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FALL 2008 - ADULT & Children's ART Classes

d'Art at the Selden

September 2, 2008 - Ongoing

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Quality instruction to expand your connection with the visual arts!
A full selection of day and evening courses, at all levels of experience, are offered in virtually all of the fine arts and in a number of highly skilled crafts. d’ART teachers are outstanding, highly qualified professional Artists.
ADULTS: Calligraphy Drawing Oil Painting Watercolors Pottery Photography Cartooning Encaustics PMC Ins & Outs of Architecture Breads & Desserts
CHILDREN's  Cartooning ~ Ages 10+ Mixed Media ~ Ages 6-10 Experiments in Clay ~ Ages 9-14 Exploration in Paint & Mixed Media ~ Ages 9-14
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d'ART for LUNCH
Lunchtime classes ~ All classes are Fat Free!
8 Sessions from 12 Noon - 12:50 PM for only $75.00
d’ART for Lunch: CALLIGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS
Betsy Rivers-Kennedy, Instructor
Mondays, Sept. 15- Nov. 4, 12-12:50 PM, 8 sessions

d’ART for Lunch: BEGINNING & CONTINUING DRAWING
Ralph Irby, Instructor
First-time/beginning students work in basic drawing skills; learn use of line, value, gesture and perspective by using pencil and charcoal. Students will also learn to develop the ability to use their eyes and see as artists. The class works with a variety of subjects including still life, figure, and landscape. Continuing students will refine their control of the medium. Model fees are extra. Material list will be discussed during first class.
8 Sessions: Tues. Sept. 16- Nov. 4
12N-12:50p.m., Tuition: $75

d’ART for Lunch: OIL PAINTING
Anne McNally, Instructor
Students will learn to see shapes instead of lines in this ‘paint what you see, not what you know’ approach. Individual instruction will be emphasized in this “Impressionistic” method with a focus on subject matter, composition, materials as well as personal expression. Demonstrations and critiques will also be included. Class is open to both beginning and more advanced students. Choose to take the class for 1 or 2 hours. Call 757-625-4211 for list of materials.
8 Sessions: Thurs. Sept. 18- Nov. 6
12N-12:50 p.m. Tuition: $75,
12N-2p.m. Tuition: $145 includes parking*

d’ART for Lunch: WATERCOLOR WITH PEN & INK
Lee Gerry Wertheimer, Instructor
Enliven your watercolor paintings with pen and ink! This 8 week class will cover a wide variety of eastern and western watercolor techniques. In addition, students will be taught many ways of building up texture with the use of dipping pens and felt tip drawing pens. Bring a bag lunch.
8 Sessions: Fri. Sept. 19- Nov. 7
12N-12:50 p.m. Tuition: $75
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Theory & Practice of Painting
Karl Watson, Instructor
For ages 15- Adult. Beginning and experienced painters. This class provides instruction on methods and materials of painting tailored to the individual needs of the student. Exercises and critiques will cover the basics of color, value, shape and composition with an emphasis on the process of seeing. Instruction ranges from painting exercises for beginners to the exploration of highly specific solutions of individualized problems for more experienced painters. Add in lively art discussions and an occasional trip to local museums and you have ingredients for a fun learning experience. Mediums include oil, acrylic, and watercolor– your choice. (Previously Individual Directions in Painting)
8 Sessions: Mon. Sept. 15- Nov. 3
5:45p.m.-8:00p.m.
Tuition: $145 includes parking*
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WATERCOLORS: Beginning /Intermediate
Ralph Irby, Instructor
For ages 15- Adult. Focus will be on the basics of mixing color, brush handling, and composition with an emphasis on individual expression and development of a personal view point. Students will have the opportunity to paint a variety of subject matter. Materials List will be given at first class.
8 Sessions: Tues. Sept. 16- Nov. 4
5:45p.m.-8p.m.
Tuition: $145 includes parking* Member discount applies
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THE INS & OUTS OF ARCHITECTURE
George Tussing, Instructor
This 3 week course offers an introduction to the methods of appreciating architecture with a focus on local structures. Architectural terms and points of view are presented and applied to allow students to become further teachers to themselves and others.
3 Sessions: Thurs. Sept. 18, 25, & Oct. 2
1:00p.m. - 2:00p.m.
Tuition: $30
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Evening OIL PAINTING
Anne McNally, Instructor
Students will learn to see shapes instead of lines in this ‘paint what you see, not what you know’ approach. Individual instruction will be emphasized in this “Impressionistic” method with a focus on subject matter, composition, materials as well as personal expression. Demonstrations and critiques will also be included. Open to both beginning and more advanced students. Call 757-625-4211 for list of materials.
8 Sessions: Thurs. Sept. 18- Nov. 6
5:45p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Tuition: $145 includes parking*
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POTTERY: Introduction to Pottery
Elizabeth Sawyer, Instructor
This small class of hand building and wheel work will concentrate on the basic skills and fundamentals of the medium, firing techniques, and glaze applications. Appropriate for beginning and experienced students with a desire to improve their skills. Personal expression and direction will be encouraged.
8 Sessions: Thurs. Sept. 18- Nov. 13 (No Class Oct. 16)
6:15p.m.-8:15p.m.
Tuition: $160 Material/firing fee: $25 includes parking*
EXTRA WHEEL TIME: Tuition also includes additional use of pottery wheels in clay class room during d’ART Center’s hours of operation and when other pottery classes are not in session
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Advanced / Intermediate HAND & WHEEL POTTERY
Elizabeth Sawyer, Instructor
Intermediate and advanced pottery students with a desire to improve their hand building and wheel skills will focus on decorative techniques like slip trailing, inlay, sgraffito and carving. Some students may choose to concentrate on complex forms such as teapots.
8 Sessions: Wed. Sept. 17- Nov. 12 (No Class Oct. 15)
6:15p.m. - 8:15p.m.
Tuition: $160 Material/firing fee: $25 includes parking*
EXTRA WHEEL TIME: Tuition also includes additional use of pottery wheels in clay class room during d’ART Center’s hours of operation and when other pottery classes are not in session.
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The World in a Pixel ~CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
Karl Watson, Instructor
This class will help expand your vision to get the most from your digital camera. Your photography will improve as you learn to better use "the setup" of your digital camera, computer and post camera software (such as Google's free Picasa). From in-class critiques and discussions, to a trip to the Chrysler Museum, students will focus on the world of pixels and photography. There will be a strong emphasis on both the basics of photography and creative approaches to making pictures.
8 Sessions: Wed. Sept. 17- Nov. 5
5:45p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Tuition: $145 includes parking*
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CARTOONING~ Ages 10-Adult
Ralph Irby, Instructor
This class exposes the serious student of cartooning to professional methods and procedures of the three main comic art forms: single panel grey cartoon, daily comic strip, and the comic book. Students produce all three in class and emphasis is on quality portfolio pieces. Storytelling, penciling, inking, lettering and coloring are all reviewed. Focus on the development of a personal signature style. Call 625-4211 for supply list.
8 Sessions: Sun. Sept. 21- Nov. 9
1:30p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Tuition: $135 + Materials: $10 Member discount applies
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MAKE IT & TAKE IT WORKSHOPS
ENCAUSTIC PAINTING
Kathryn Bevier, Instructor, Rochester Art Supply
Encaustic painting is quickly becoming a desirable medium for contemporary artists, students and professionals alike. The technique dates from the 4th century BC Greece and involves working with pigment, wax and heat. Encaustic paintings are created by layering melted wax mixed with pigment and applied with a variety of tools. Heat is added at each layer so the effects build to create an ethereal quality of color, intriguing textures and translucent surfaces. Students will learn the process including detailing, surface textures and scratching techniques. The paint is solvent free so there is no need of turpentine or mineral spirits. Bring a bag lunch.
2 Days: Sat. and Sun., September 6-7, 10-4 PM both days.
Tuition: $250

BREAD & DESSERTS @ THE STOVE RESTAURANT
Sydney Meers, Instructor
Learn from the irrepressible owner/chef of The Stove Restaurant the secrets of great bread and luscious desserts. This priceless instruction may include receipes for: Rye Bread, Sextuple Truffle, Lemon Cheese pie and blueberry galette - of course Syndey's delicious conversation!
3 Sessions: Sun. Oct. 5, 12, 19
2:00p.m.-5:00p.m.
Tuition: $90 and tasting rights

PMC ~ Precious Metal Clay
Instructor: Barbara and Fred Mason
Learn to work with this fascinating medium that morphs from clay to pure silver! Create jewelry and objects d’art of your own design using lump, paper sheet and slip clay. No prior experience needed. All Materials provided by instructors and included in price.
Sun. Oct. 19 from 10a.m. - 5p.m. Bring a bag lunch.
Tuition: $65 + Materials fee: $85 includes silver
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FALL 2008
Children's ART Classes

Starting weeks of Septemeber 15, 2008 - Sign up Today!
Call 757-625-4211 to enroll over the phone.
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CARTOONING~ Ages 10-Adult
Ralph Irby, Instructor
This class exposes the serious student of cartooning to professional methods and procedures of the three main comic art forms: single panel grey cartoon, daily comic strip, and the comic book. Students produce all three in class and emphasis is on quality portfolio pieces. Storytelling, penciling, inking, lettering and coloring are all reviewed. Focus on the development of a personal signature style. Call 625-4211 for supply list.
8 Sessions: Sun. Sept. 21- Nov. 9
1:30p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Tuition: $135 + Materials: $10 Member discount applies

MIXED MEDIA~ Ages 6-10
Lisa Melita, Instructor
Class is structured to encourage students’ imagination and self-expression through the experience of several mediums. Students will be inspired to use their mind’s eye as they develop skills in the use of color, form, design and shape.
8 Sessions: Sat. Sept. 20- Nov. 8
10:00a.m. - 12:00N
Tuition: $135 + Materials: $10 Member discount applies

EXPERIMENTS IN CLAY~ Ages 9-14
Barbara Mann, Instructor
Class is structured to encourage students’ imagination and self-expression through the experience of several mediums. Students will be inspired to use their mind’s eye as they develop skills in the use of color, form, design and shape.
8 Sessions: Sat. Sept. 20- Nov. 8
1:30p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Tuition: $135 + $10 Materials

EXPLORATION IN PAINT & MIXED MEDIA~ Ages 9-14
Clayton Singleton, Instructor
8 Sessions: Sat. Sept. 20- Nov. 8
Students will be encouraged to think outside the picture frame as they learn fundamentals of painting and mixed media. Class includes instruction on stretching canvas, handling different paint media, surface techniques, collage and more. There will be opportunity to participate in group and individual exercises and in-class assignments. They will be urged to plan, think critically and develop a personal artistic vision.
1:00p.m. - 3:00p.m.
Tuition: $135 + $10 Materials

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