BUTLER NORTH - Youngstown: Butler North (formerly known as the First Christian Church) houses the Dennison Education Center, the home of the Butler s education department. Butler North is located next to the Butler Institute on the corner of Wick Avenue and University Plaza. Thanks to the generosity of the Dennison family, this beautiful facility is the site for Butler classes, lectures and private lessons. INCREASE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF ART HISTORY Join Butler docents in the Zona auditorium for a Film on Art program that focuses upon art history. Lectures as well as video from the National Gallery in Washington, D.C. will cover American and European painting, as well as a variety of other art forms. This series is held on Tuesdays at noon. Contact Richard Adler 330-743-1107, ext. 1103 for program information. PLEASE NOTE Class size is limited. Classes are filled on a first come first served basis. Sessions that do not fill will be cancelled or combined. No written confirmation will be mailed. If you do not hear from us, your enrollment is ensured. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships based on need are available on a limited basis for children s classes at our Youngstown and Trumbull Butler locations. Please direct written requests to the Butler Education Department in Youngstown and include a recommendation from the student s art teacher. PARKING In Youngstown, limited free parking is available in the Butler s private lot located on the museum s north side. Additional parking is available at a nominal cost in nearby YSU lots. In Howland, ample free parking is provided on the Butler Trumbull museum s property. ONE MUSEUM - TWO LOCATIONS The Butler Institute/The Beecher Center / Butler North 524 Wick Avenue Youngstown, Ohio 44502 Phone 330-743-1107 Fax 330-743-9567 The Butler Trumbull Branch 9350 East Market Street Howland, Ohio 44484 Phone 330-609-9900 MEMBERSHIPS MAKE EXCELLENT GIFTS! Memberships can be purchased at the Butler or by calling 330.743.1107, ext. 1312 Butler Members / Srs. receive a 15% discount on Teen/Adult Classes CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (Supplies included in fee unless noted.) CREATE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK AND MANGA STYLE CARTOONING Create your own action adventure comic book telling your own story and creating exciting characters and settings. Traditional cartooning as well as the Manga style will be explained. Students will learn how to plot out their own storyline and create interesting characters in comic book form like the pros! This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. Mondays-5 weeks-february 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12 #001-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m. Mondays-5 weeks-march 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16 #002-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m. Mondays-5 weeks-april 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 #003-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m. TUNNEL BOOKS Learn about and create your own tunnel book in this unusual class. The tunnel book was developed in the 19th. Century as a threedimensional souvenir used to document and recreate for the viewer, important places and historical events. These books have become popular with children s authors and illustrators. Students will create a simple version of these interesting books. Saturdays-4 weeks-february 17, 24, March 3, 10 #004-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m. #005-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. DECORATIVE NATIVE AMERICAN CLAY CREST HATS Traditional art forms created by Native Americans are among the oldest in North America. Using air-dry clay, students will employ the hand-building techniques of pinch, coil, and slab construction to create their own decorative crest hat. Animal and folk imagery will be incorporated. Saturdays-4 weeks-february 17, 24, March 3, 10 #006-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m. CLAY FOREST DWELLINGS (Homeschool) Using air-dry clay, learn or practice your basic hand-building techniques of pinch, coil, and slab, while constructing a house and an imaginary forest creature to live there. Wednesdays-4 weeks-february 21, 28, March 7, 14 #007-Grades 4-8 10:00-11:00 a.m. #008-Grades 1-3 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. -OR- Thursdays-5 weeks-february 22, March 1, 8, 15 #009-Grades 4-8 12:30-1:30 p.m. DIORAMAS Create your own three-dimensional world of your choice to display for all to see! Students will learn to construct and paint backdrops, buildings, and creatures/figures on a base to create a 3-D table-top view of a scene of their own. Let your imagination run wild! Wednesdays-5 weeks-february 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 #010-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m. *Please note: Kids may get messy. Bring paint clothes or dress children/toddlers appropriately. Keep in mind most paints will not come out in the wash.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.) (Supplies included in fee unless noted.) PLASTER ACTION FIGURES Using Plaster-Craft (plaster infused gauze) and aluminum foil, create a figure in an action pose and an appropriate environment. We will look to our own George Segal steelworkers sculpture for inspiration. Use your imagination and join in the fun! Saturdays-4 weeks-march 24, April 7, 14, 21 (no class March 31) #011-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m. #012-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CHIHULY STYLE GLASS MAKING Inspired by the glass sculptures of American glass artist, Dale Chihuly, students will create flexible glass sculptures using aluminum wire and special acrylic paint. Experiment with light, color, and form in the creation of these unusual sculptures. Saturdays-4 weeks-march 24, April 7, 14, 21 (no class March 31) #013-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m. TUNNEL BOOKS (Homeschool) Learn about and create your own tunnel book in this unusual class. The tunnel book was developed in the 19th. Century as a three-dimensional souvenir used to document and recreate for the viewer, important places and historical events. These books have become popular with children s authors and illustrators. Students will create a simple version of these interesting books. Wednesdays-4 weeks-april 4, 11, 18, 25 #014-Grades 4-8 10:00-11:00 a.m. #015-Grades 1-3 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. OR Thursdays-4 weeks-april 5, 12, 19, 26 #016-Grades 4-8 12:30-1:30 p.m. NATIVE AMERICAN ART Traditional art forms created by Native Americans are among the oldest in North America. We will explore several examples of some of these works. Beautifully designed and constructed clay objects, crest hats, and jewelry were part of the beauty of everyday living. We will construct our own artworks based on these examples. Saturdays-4 weeks-april 28, May 5, 12, 19 #017-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m. #018-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. DRAW AND PAINT Practice a variety of drawing and watercolor painting techniques in this two-dimensional class. Explore different ways to use materials to create your own artworks. Saturdays-4 weeks-april 28, May 5, 12, 19 #019-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m. PLASTER ACTION FIGURES (Homeschool) Using Paris-Craft (plaster infused gauze) and aluminum foil, create a figure in an action pose and an appropriate environment. We will look to our own George Segal steelworkers sculpture for inspiration. Use your imagination and join in the fun! Wednesdays-4 weeks-may 2, 9, 16, 23 #020-Grades 4-8 10:00-11:00 a.m. -OR - Thursdays-4 weeks-may 3, 10, 17, 24 #021-Grades 4-8 12:30-1:30 p.m. CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.) (Supplies included in fee unless noted.) WEAVING WHEELS (Homeschool) Learn the art of weaving on a circle plate and a cup. These beautiful weavings will be combined with a colorful design drawn on the plate when weaving is completed. Wednesdays-4 weeks-may 2, 9, 16, 23 #022-Grades 1-3 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH COLORED PENCIL DRAWING This class will provide students with a variety of techniques needed in using coloredpencils to draw and color subjects of their choice. Explore light sources, shading, and blending to produce finished artworks. Students should bring several 8 x 10 color photo references of their favorite subject to draw. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Mondays-5 weeks-february 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12 #A01-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. -- Mondays-5 weeks-march 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16 #A02-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. -- Mondays-5 weeks-april 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 #A03-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. BASIC PENCIL DRAWING FOR TEENS Students will learn basic drawing techniques: shape, contour outlining, and form. Basic skills in shading and light source will be taught along with depth and placement of objects. Materials/tools will also be explained. Students should bring several 8 x 10 black and white photo references of subject matter they would enjoy learning to draw. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Tuesdays-5 weeks-february 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 #A04-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays-5 weeks-march 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 #A05-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays-5 weeks-april 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 #A06-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. WATERCOLOR PAINTING Dive into the wonderful world of watercolor painting. Students will learn water saturation, color mixing, lighting, and values. Instructor will demonstrate working with different types of paper and brushes. Layout of artwork and composition will also be discussed. Join us for a great class for all to enjoy at any level. Please bring several 8 x 10 color photo references of your favorite subject matter. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Tuesdays-5 weeks-february 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 #A07-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesdays-5 weeks-march 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 #A08-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesdays-5 weeks-april 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 #A09-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.) BASIC PENCIL DRAWING Explore subject matter, contouring, shade, layout, basic perspective, and light source. Students will learn different techniques of recognizing shape and form to transition to their drawing as well as tools to help them learn basic drawing skills. Students should bring several 8 x 10 black and white photo references of their favorite subject to draw. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Wednesdays-5 weeks-february 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 #A10-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesdays-5 weeks-march 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 #A11-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesdays-5 weeks-may 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 #A12-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. PERSPECTIVE MADE EASY FOR TEENS Examine the purpose and importance of perspective drawing in your artwork. Students will learn depth, horizon line and vertical line along with placement of objects in relation to eye recognition. This class will help students achieve more realistic pieces of artwork in any media. Students should bring several 8 x 10 black and white photo references of scenes with objects and buildings they would enjoy drawing. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Thursdays-5 weeks-february 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15 #A13-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. PEN AND INK Students will learn to finish their pencil drawing and sketches in pen and ink using various techniques and materials. Explore light source, shading, and perspective of objects. Finished art will be ready for reproduction (greeting cards, notes, business cards, etc.) This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Thursdays-5 weeks-february 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15 #A14-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursdays-5 weeks-march 22, April 5, 12, 19, 26 #A15-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. BRINGING REALITY TO CANVAS (ALL LEVELS) This painting class will provide students of all skill levels time to work at their own pace while creating an oil painting from a photographic source. This class may be repeated. Students are asked to bring a 5 x 7 photo for use on an 11 x 14 prestretched canvas. (Ambitious students may try larger surfaces-i.e. 8 x 10 photo with a 16 x 20 canvas but must provide their own canvas.) Although reference photos that you have taken are preferred, it is a good idea to have several different photos with you at the start. In some cases you may like a different sky, or trees or just want to combine several to make an image more unique or personal. In many cases, choosing a photo with larger shapes and good contrast from light to dark may be easier to translate. All supplies for painting in oils will be provided. Students wishing to work in acrylics may bring their own paints and instruction will be provided as well. Supply fee is waived if students have their own supplies. Previous students can use time in class to complete any earlier oil paintings and begin a new work. Sean Butler, art instructor Saturdays-5 weeks-february 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 Class (payable to BIAA) Supply Fee: $10 (payable to Sean Butler, first day of class) #A16-Adult 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Saturdays-5 weeks-april 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 Class (payable to BIAA) Supply Fee: $10 (payable to Sean Butler, first day of class) #A17-Adult 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.) COLORED PENCIL FOR TEENS Basic skills of shading, coloring, and blending will be explored to help students learn basic techniques for sing soft lead colored pencils to create colorful pieces of artwork. Students should bring several color 8 x 10 photo references of subject matter they would enjoy learning the use of colored pencils. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Thursdays-5 weeks-march 22, April 5, 12, 19, 26 (no class March 29) #A18-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. STUDIO OIL/ACRYLIC PAINTING (All levels) Learn or continue learning to paint at your own pace and level. Bring along a few references to paint that are clear so detail can be seen. Teacher will be available for suggestions and assistance. For beginning painters, make sure your references are not overly complicated. For any questions or supply list, please call instructor at 724-698-7076. Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor Wednesdays-4 weeks-april 4, 11, 18, 25 Room A #A19-Adult 6:30-9:00 p.m. WATERCOLOR FOR TEENS Students will enjoy learning basic skills/tools of the world of watercolor painting. Mixing, water usage, and light source will be explored. Basic drawing skills will also be taught to help students learn to paint in this wonderful media. Students should bring several 8 x 10 color photo references of subject matter they would enjoy learning to paint. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Thursdays-5 weeks-may 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 #A20-Ages 13-19 4:00-5:30 p.m. PERSPSECTIVE MADE EASY FOR ADULTS Examine the purpose and importance of perspective drawing in your artwork. Students will learn depth, horizon and vertical line along with placement of objects in relation to eye recognition. This will help students achieve more realistic pieces of artwork in any media. Students should bring several 8 x 10 black and white photo references of scenes with objects and buildings they would enjoy drawing. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Thursdays-5 weeks-may 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 #A21-Adult 6:00-8:00 p.m. CHILDREN'S CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER (Supplies included in fee.) DRAWING Students will explore a variety of materials used for drawing as well as learn about various techniques used to create realistic and imaginary artworks. Saturdays-5 weeks-february 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17 #T001-Grades 4-8 10:00-11:30 a.m. CREATE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK AND MANGA STYLE CARTOONING Create your own action adventure comic book telling your own story and creating exciting characters and settings. Traditional and Manga style cartooning will be explained. Students will learn how to plot out their own storyline and create interesting characters in comic book form like the pros! This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences. Saturdays-5 weeks-february 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17 #T002-Grades 4-8 12:30-2:00 p.m. Saturdays-5 weeks-april 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 #T003-Grades 4-8 12:30-2:00 p.m.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER (cont.) (Supplies included in fee.) PAINTING Learn the art of color mixing and explore a variety of painting techniques. Practice using watercolor and tempera paint in this fun class. Saturdays-5 weeks-april 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 #T004-Grades 4-8 10:00-11:30 a.m. TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER COLORED PENCIL AND WATERCOLOR COMBINED Explore the world of mixed media art combining basic skills of watercolor painting enhanced with the detail of colored pencils. Students will learn lighting, shading, layering, and perspective to produce beautiful full color works of their favorite subject matter. Please bring several different full color reference pictures (5 x 7 ). (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Fridays-5 weeks-february 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16 #TA01-Adult 1:00-3:00 p.m. TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER (cont.) BASIC ACRYLIC PAINTING Achieve realistic and beautiful artwork of your favorite subject matter on canvas board or stretched canvas. Basic skills using tube acrylic painting will be explored: color mixing, blending, shading, and light source. Basic drawing and layout skills will also be taught while students explore composition of their project before painting actual piece of artwork. An informative class of this widely used media! Please bring several 8 x 10 color photo references of your favorite subject matter you would like to learn to paint in acrylic. (Supplies will be discussed in first class.) Fridays-5 weeks-march 23, April 6, 13, 20, 27 (no class March 30) #TA03-Adult 1:00-3:00 p.m. Fridays-5 weeks-may 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1 #TA04-Adult 1:00-3:00 p.m. STILL-LIFE WITH PAINTING MEDIUM OF CHOICE (all levels) Students will work from a set-up of shapes, color and various interesting objects. The focus will be understanding lighting, values, composition, and more. Demonstrations andgroup discussion will help see various effects in our paintings. For any questions or supply list, please call instructor at 724-698-7076. Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor Sundays-2 weeks-march 11, 18 #TA02-Adult 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (bring snack) WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP (Beginner-Intermediate) Students will paint a spring scene from several teacher s references or their own. Demonstrations along with painting tips, composition, and color will be discussed. For any questions or supply list, please call instructor at 724-698-7076. Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor Sundays-2 weeks-april 8 & 15 #TA05-Adult 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (bring snack) FREE PROGRAMS ARTS IN THE EARLY MORNING The Butler Institute of American Art - FREE Monthly Programs Thursdays at 10am FREE FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Youngstown Butler, Sundays -1:30pm Join artist and Butler docent, Sandy Trolio, for an afternoon of family tours, demonstrations and art making. Enjoy time with your family in a gallery Scavenger Hunt and exploring art and creativity. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 1101 or 1103 for more information. January 21, 2018 February 18, 2018 March 18, 2018 April 22, 2018 FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Butler Trumbull Branch, Saturdays - 2:00pm Join artist and Butler docent, Sandy Trolio, and the children's librarian from the Howland Branch Library for an afternoon of art making and literature. Enjoy time with your family discovering stories, and exploring art and creativity. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 1101 or 1103 for more information. January 20, 2018 February 17, 2018 March 17, 2018 April 28, 2018 FILM ON ART - TUESDAYS at NOON in YOUNGSTOWN Each Tuesday at noon in the Butler s Beecher Center auditorium, a film on art series is presented free of charge. Learn more about world art and artists through this wonderful program. For more information on the series and the film schedule, contact Dick Adler 330.743.1107, ext. 1103.
Mark your calendar for the museum's annual Summer Visual Arts Daycamp 2018 for children ages 8-12 Tuesday through Friday, July 17-20 and July 24-27, 2018. For more information contact Education Department Assistant Maggie Kamenitsa at 330.743.1107, ext 1103. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS 2018 HOMESCHOOL ART CLASSES AVAILABLE Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 1211 regarding options for scheduling homeschool art classes. A variety of dates and times can be scheduled to suit your needs. SCOUTING BADGE ART REQUIREMENTS Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 1211 to schedule a special class based on your needs for scouting badge fulfillment. To register by phone, please call 330.743.1107, ext. 1211. A 10% discount may be applied for registration in two or more children s classes or for two or more family members registering per children s class. A 20% discount for veterans may be applied for registration in an adult class.
the Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Art Classes Make Great Gifts