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2012 Winter Classes for youth, young adults and adults are here! Gift Certificates are also available for Art Classes, Art Center Membership, or you can customize your perfect holiday gift. To Register or purchase a Gift Certificate call the Art Center at 541-345-1571 or e-mail sabrina@mkartcenter.org. Please see below for the Art Center's Winter Weather Advisory.

Winter Adult classes begin the week of January 9th and include Painting & Drawing classes, Ceramic classes, Winter Workshop and Open Studios.

For young artists, we have Youth Classes for youth ages 6-12 as well as
Young Adult Classes for ages 10-16. Classes for youth and young adults begin the week of January 9th. The Art Center also offers Private Lessons for youth and young adults. Call today to reserve your space!

You can register for classes in person with cash, check, or credit card, or by mail with check or credit card. To register for classes at the Maude Kerns Art Center, please call 345-1571. Scholarships are available based on financial eligibility. For more information contact the Art Center.

Winter Weather Advisory
In the event of bad weather, the Art Center will close if Lane Community (LCC) is closed. Classes for that day will be cancelled and a make-up session will be held at a later date. In the event LCC is delayed, all Art Center classes before 12pm will be cancelled. Please call after 12pm on the day in question for more information about afternoon and evening classes.

Personalized Gift Certificates are available for art classes, Art Center membership, or you can customize your own gift. Call the Art Center at 345-1571 to order your personalized Gift Certificate.

Drawing & Painting Classes

Basic Drawing
Erika Beyer
Class ID #1848
SPACE AVAILABLE

With a step-by-step approach, instructor Erika Beyer will guide you through the drawing process and introduce you to a variety of drawing mediums. Each week, you will focus on one “big idea,” such as line, shape, and value. With these principles in mind, you will complete a series of exercises designed to strengthen your skills and develop your sense of perception. With patience, practice, and a positive attitude, you are sure to watch your drawings progress from week to week.

Tuesdays, January 10-February 28, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Members $82 ~ Non-Members $97

Drawing
Kate Bollons
Class ID #1849
SPACE AVAILABLE

Perfect for students looking to further develop their skills, this new class offers a continued investigation into the wonderful world of drawing. With instructor Kate Bollons, you will discover your own personal drawing style as you explore the idea of drawing as mark making. Working from a variety of still life set-ups, you will delve into the concepts of perspective, composition, and value. You will also discuss color theory as it relates to value. This class is best suited for students with some drawing experience.

Wednesdays, January 18-March 7, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Members $82 ~ Non-Members $97


Studio Painting: Still Life & Figurative
Farley Craig
Class ID #1850
SPACE AVAILABLE

Designed for intermediate to advanced students, this class offers a variety of painting exercises designed to inspire and challenge your creativity. You will begin by creating quick color studies from still lifes and as classes progress, you will gradually transition into longer paintings from the model. Each week, instructor Farley Craig will lead a class critique, providing the opportunity to share your art and learn from fellow students. With individual instruction and group discussion, this class is perfect for the student who possesses a passion for painting.

Tuesdays, January 10-March 6, 10:30am-2:00pm
Members $92 ~ Non-Members $107 ~ Model fee $17


Oil Painting Fundamentals
Kate Bollons
Class ID #1851
SPACE AVAILABLE

Discover what you can create painting in oils! In a fun and relaxed classroom environment your instructor, Kate Bollons, introduces you to the basics of oil painting. Each week, you will work from a carefully designed still life to help you practice your painting skills and develop your technique. You will discuss concepts of light, tone, and value, and also look at a variety of different artists and styles to inspire your own creativity. This class is perfect for new painters and artists looking to “brush up” on their skills.

Wednesdays, January 18-March 7, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $82 ~ Non-Members $97 ~ Studio fee $5

Working with Watercolors
Erika Beyer
Class ID #1852
SPACE AVAILABLE

Explore the expressive and versatile medium of watercolor. Designed for beginning and intermediate students, this class offers a comprehensive overview of working with watercolor paints. From choosing your materials to experimenting with different techniques, instructor Erika Beyer will guide you through the painting process from start to finish. You will explore concepts of color, composition, and texture as you complete a variety of exercises and projects. Students may also take advantage of open studio time to work on projects of their choice.

Wednesdays, January 11-February 29, 6:00pm-8:30pm
Members $82 ~ Non-Members $97


Figure Painting: A One-Pose Study
Farley Craig
Class ID #1853
SPACE AVAILABLE

In this class, you will have the opportunity to complete a comprehensive study of the human figure as you work from one pose over eight class sessions. You will experience the painting process from beginning to end, developing your piece from first sketches into a finished painting. Instructor Farley Craig will guide you step-by-step through your progression, as you learn how to transfer your drawing to canvas, keep your form intact, and explore the principles of light and composition.

Thursdays, January 12-March 1, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $82 ~ Non-Members $97 ~ Model fee $25

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Winter Workshop

Setting Up & Painting Still Lifes
Sarah Sedwick
Class ID #1854
SPACE AVAILABLE

Too rainy to paint outside this winter? Come explore the joys of indoor painting in this four-week workshop! Local artist Sarah Sedwick will guide you through the process of creating a still life from start to finish. You will learn how to place and light objects with maximum effect and how to select a successful composition. With instructor demonstrations, you will also have the opportunity to observe Sarah’s painting process, including how to start a painting with a loose under-drawing in oil paint. You will work from smaller individual still life set-ups, as well as larger shared ones, and learn to customize this method to your own unique painting style. Instruction will be in oils, but students are invited to use the medium of their choice.

Mondays, February 6-March 5, 9:30am-12:30pm*
*There will be no class Monday, Feb. 20th.
Members $47 ~ Non-Members $57

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Sculpture & Ceramics Class

Wheel Throwing
Laura Jackson
Class ID #1855
SPACE AVAILABLE

With a small class size and lots of individual instruction, this class is perfect for students of all skill levels to learn and review the fundamentals of working with clay and throwing on the potter’s wheel. This class offers a relaxed setting for you to experiment and perfect your wheel-throwing skills as you create bowls, vases, and mugs. With your instructor, Laura, you will also explore a variety of techniques such as “throwing off the hump,” which you can use to create lids and smaller bowls and cups. And, you will add color to your finished pieces using a variety of colored glazes. Adults and Young Adults (13 and over) are welcome.

Thursdays, January 12-March 8, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Thursday, Feb. 23rd.
Members $87 ~ Non-Members $102 ~ $30 Materials fee


Basic Wheel Throwing
Annelise Ostberg
Class ID #1856
SPACE AVAILABLE

Perfect for beginning potters and students looking to refresh their skills, this basic wheel-throwing class takes a step-by-step approach to working with clay. With the help of your instructor, Annelise, you will learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel and build a skill set that will enable you to form a cylinder to create vases, cups, and bowls. You will review a variety of techniques to embellish your pieces and add color to your finished pottery with a number of glazes. This is a great opportunity to work in the Art Center’s ceramic studio and create your own wheel-thrown pottery. Adults and Young Adults (13 and over) welcome.

Tuesdays, January 10-March 6, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Tuesday, Feb. 21st.
Members $87 ~ Non-Members $102 ~ $30 Materials fee


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Open Studio Sessions
Register or Drop-in this Fall & Winter!

The Art Center invites artists to become a part of our Open Studio Sessions. Model poses vary and are selected to acommodate artists' needs. Drop-ins are welcome. $11 Drop-In Fee. Sign up for the whole term and receive a sizeable discount!

Open Studio: Draw, Paint, & Sculpt (Fall '11)
Class ID #1817
12 Sessions
One long pose with a model. Models change weekly.
Tuesdays, Sept. 27-Dec. 13, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Figure Painting (Fall '11)
Class ID #1818
12 Sessions
One long pose with a clothed model. Models change weekly.
Thursdays, Sept. 22-Dec. 15, 9:00am-12:00pm*
*There will be class Thursday, Nov. 24th.
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Figure Drawing AM (Fall '11)
Class ID #1819
12 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Fridays, Sept. 23-Dec. 16, 9:00am-12:00pm*
*There will be no class Friday, Nov. 25th.
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Figure Drawing PM (Fall '11)
Class ID #1820
12 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Fridays, Sept. 23-Dec. 16, 2:00pm-5:00pm*
*There will be no class Friday, Nov. 25th.
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Figure Sculpture (Fall '11)
Class ID #1821
6 Sessions
One long pose held over 5 or 6 weeks. Model is nude.
Mondays, Oct. 10-Dec. 19, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $89 ~ Non-Members $104

Figure Sculpture (Winter '12)
Class ID #1861
12 Sessions
One long pose held over 6 weeks. Model is nude.
Mondays, Jan. 9-April 9, 6:00pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no classes Jan. 16th and Feb. 20th.
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Open Studio: Draw, Paint, Sculpt (Winter '12)
Class ID #1857
11 Sessions
One long pose with a model. Models change weekly.
Tuesdays, Jan. 10-March 20, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $97 ~ Non-Members $112

Figure Painting (Winter '12)
Class ID #1858
11 Sessions
One long pose with a clothed model. Model changes weekly.
Thursdays, Jan. 12-March 22, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $87 ~ Non-Members $102

Figure Drawing AM (Winter '12)
Class ID #1859
11 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Fridays, Jan. 13-March 23, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $87 ~ Non-Members $102

Figure Drawing PM (Winter '12)
Class ID #1860
11 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Fridays, Jan. 13-March 23, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Members $87 ~ Non-Members $102

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