MAUDE KERNS ART CENTER

Bringing Art to Life

Location:
1910 East 15th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97403

Phone:
541.345.1571
Fax:
541.345.6248

E-mail:
[email protected]


Gallery Hours:
Monday to Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday (when exhibits are on display): 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Gallery Admission:
Suggested Donation
$3 per person
$5 per family

REGISTER FOR SPRING ADULT CLASSES

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Call or email Cece
for more information & to register:




541-345-1571

•CANCELLATION POLICY•

All cancellations for classes, camps, and labs will incur a $50.00 administrative fee ($25 for workshops). Your refund will reflect this fee.

Full refunds or credits (minus the cancellation fee) will be offered if cancellation is made 10 business days or more prior to the start date of the class, workshop, lab, or camp.

A 50% refund or credit (minus the cancellation fee) on the cost of the class will be issued if a cancellation request is made within 6-10 business days prior to class, workshop, or camp.

No refund or credits will be given for cancellation requests made 5 business days or less prior to class, workshop, or camp. There are no refunds after the first session of the class, workshop, or camp.

No refunds, credits, or make-ups are offered for individuals who miss a class session, workshop, lab, or camp. No refunds or credits if asked to leave a current class, workshop or camp due to misconduct. Please read our behavior policy.


•SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION•

We are currently offering scholarships for 50% of the cost of tuition for classes. Scholarships are available for all age groups through the Susi Larsen & Cameron Serbu Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Madeline Christenson Scholarship Fund.

To be considered applicants must fill out the application prior to registration and payment. If awarded applicants will be contacted for the remaining payment.


Print Scholarship Application ~ OR ~ Online Scholarship Application


•WEATHER ADVISORY•

In the event of bad weather, including snow to high heat conditions, the Art Center will hold any outdoor classes inside. If traveling to the art center isn't advisable, we will cancel classes for that day and a make-up session will be held at a later date. Please check our website for updates after 12 pm on the day in question to see if afternoon and evening classes are canceled.

DRAWING & PAINTING

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Studio Oil Painting

Kate Bollons

Class Full, Waitlist Open

This class is pre-enrolled. It has limited availability and when a spot opens we fill it with the next available person on the waiting list. We encourage you to add your name. Thank you for your patience.

Tuesday, 10:30am - 2:00pm
April 9 - June 4

This nine-week class offers the perfect atmosphere for self-exploration and artistic camaraderie. Students with skills in their chosen medium have the opportunity to learn from each other’s methods, practice new techniques, and paint in a positive and supportive group setting. Each class begins with a critique reviewing the previous week’s work facilitated by Kate. Carefully designed still lifes are provided and students may take advantage of studio time to work on projects of their choice.

Members $190
Non-Members $205


Materials List, Studio Oil Painting

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Three Colors + White: An Introduction to Oil Painting

Kate Bollons

Class Full, Waitlist Open

This class is pre-enrolled. It has limited availability and when a spot opens we fill it with the next available person on the waiting list. We encourage you to add your name. Thank you for your patience.

Wednesday, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
April 10 - May 29

Come learn the techniques for creating a wide array of color and tonal value with just 5 tubes of oil paint. Instruction with oil paint will focus on skill-building in the use of value and color with the goal that each student applies these skills to the painting style of their choisce. Those with experience and confidence in any painting medicum - oil, acrylic, watercolor etc. - may join the class to take advantage of weekly critueques in addition to utilising the still lifes that will be set up for each session.

Members $165
Non-Members $180


Materials List, Three Colors + White: An Introduction to Oil Painting

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Botanical Illustration

Diana Patin

Monday, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
April 8 - June 10
*No Class May 6 and May 27

Refresh your love of drawing and painting while rendering botanical subjects in a stylized manner. Practice techniques of careful observation through photo references and simplifying the most identifiable characteristics of giant leaves, edible fruits and vegetables, and other flora. Learn to add color and depth to your sketches using opaque medium to paint over them. Each class, you will follow along as the instructor demonstrates in real time, allowing the space for questions and explanations on how to approach the drawings in a specific manner. Join us and come away from this class with 1-2 finished works of art and techniques to continue your practice at home.

Members $165
Non-Members $180


Materials List, Botanical Illustration


Online registration, Botanical Illustration

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Experimenting with Pastels

Channing Rudd

Wednesday, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
April 10 - May 29

Delve into the remarkable world of pastels. This 8-week workshop will teach you about pastel materials and techniques. The instructor will demonstrate and provide individualized instruction as you learn pastel drawing. Get ready on week 4 to roll up your sleeves and make your own pastels! Knowing what goes into pastels will help you understand how and why this medium acts the way it does. As your pastels dry, you will continue with scumbling and blending with your purchased pastels and learn tips for getting detail in your drawings. Come and investigate drawing approaches and the properties of pastel making with us!

Members $165
Non-Members $180
Materials Fee $18


Materials List, Experimenting with Pastels


Online registration, Experimenting with Pastels

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Beginning Oil Painting

Karleena Graham

Wednesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
April 10 - May 29

Explore the fundamentals of oil painting. You will be introduced to the tools and techniques of this medium, such as paint mixing, value study, and color theory. Aided by instructor demonstrations, you will learn how to paint landscapes, create atmospheric abstract art, and work from still-life displays. The last two weeks will be dedicated to harnessing the techniques and tips you have learned as you work to complete your own oil painting. Beginners fear not! Oil painting is forgiving. No experience is necessary. We invite you to develop a new artistic practice.

Members $165
Non-Members $180


Materials List, Beginning Oil Painting


Online registration, Beginning Oil Painting

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Color and Abstract Painting

Bogi Pataki

Thursdays, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
April 11 - May 30

Expand your understanding of color through mixing techniques. In these 8-weeks, we will be creating abstract works and exploring color values, tints, and shades using the color wheel and working with color contrasts. This class, which is great for beginners who work in acrylic, will help you understand how colors interact with one another and how colors can create different atmospheres. Beginners are welcome! If you already have a painting practice, refresh your color mixing techniques in this class.

Members $165
Non-Members $180
Materials Fee $10


Materials List, Color and Abstract Painting


Online registration, Color and Abstract Painting

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Graphic Gouache

Diana Patin

Tuesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
April 9 - May 28

Learn graphic illustrative painting with the opaque watercolor paint medium known as gouache. Graphic illustrative painting features bold flat shapes, limited colors, and minimal rendering. In this class, you’ll learn tips and tricks for working with gouache paint. Learn to select photo references to design your art and simplify the shapes that represent your subject. You will learn to limit your color palette to make sophisticated graphic illustrations and discover how to accentuate negative space to make a better composition. This class is perfect for beginners to more experienced artists interested in creating graphic illustrations in gouache.

Members $165
Non-Members $180


Materials List, Graphic Gouache


Online registration, Graphic Gouache

ARTIST SERVICES

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Basic Portfolio Development

Brenna Hansen

Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
April 30 - June 4

This class series is designed for working artists who wish to build foundational skills for entering the art world. During our 6 weeks together, we will spend the necessary time reflecting on the concepts and visual characteristics that shape our work. Reflecting on our personal and professional experiences that drive our art practices will help you articulate and present your art. You will emerge with the elements of a portfolio which include an artist resume, artist statement, biography, and a basic visual portfolio to begin seekd professional opportunities. The last class will be remote through Zoom and the instructor will prepare you for this class.

Members $130
Non-Members $145


Online registration, Basic Portfolio Development

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Intro to Documentation and Web Design

Brenna Hansen

Tuesdays, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
April 30 - June 4

Learn to photograph your artwork and build a basic website for showcasing your art. Students will emerge from this class with a live website, including Home, About, and Image Gallery pages. No prior experience with photography or coding experience is needed to learn to create and build your web presence. All levels are welcome whether you are a hobbyist to emerging artist, or a seasoned practicing artist. We can support and learn from one another's creative and entrepreneurial goals. The last class will be remote through Zoom and the instructor will prepare you for this class.

Members $130
Non-Members $145


Online registration, Intro to Documentation & Web Design

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Community Art Share!

Free to register

Liv Braiker

Saturday, March 16
1:00-3:00pm

Free to register


Online registration, Community Art Share! (March 16th)

Levi Whittier

Saturday, June 15
1:00-3:00pm

Free to register


Online registration, Community Art Share! (June 15th)

Join us for a quarterly art share. Bring a piece of art, meet fellow artists, and receive feedback in a supportive environment. During this two-hour event, our facilitator will guide us through a reflective activity as we talk about what we see in each work of art. This is not a formal critique, but a facilitated conversation that allows us to share the experiences we have when viewing art. Open to anyone regardless of skill level. Please sign up today! Space is limited.

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In The Style Of...

Sara S. Spahn

Mondays, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
April 8 - May 13 (6 Week Session)

This six-week workshop combines a fascinating look at established artists with hands-on creative exercises. The first portion of each class will focus on an artist, their techniques, approaches, or methods they use in artmaking. After a brief look at the artist's work, the instructor will guide you through an activity using those techniques or concepts during the second half of class. Each class will be inspired by a new concept or technique, and the exercises may include elements of sculpture, collage, drawing, and printmaking depending on the highlighted artist. This class promotes a willingness to experiment with different media and techniques. The last two classes allow students the opportunity to explore their individual style and project ideas inspired by the techniques and artists we explored. All materials provided.

Members $125
Non-Members $140


Online Registration, In The Style Of...

OPEN STUDIOS

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Figure Drawing

Fridays, April 12 - June 14

This figure drawing open studio has 10 sessions. Open Studios are meant for personal practice without an instructor. Participants must bring their own drawing supplies and paper. The model will be nude and changes weekly. The length of each pose will vary. Please see our open studio guidelines linked on our website for more information on the format of the class.

Members $130
Non-Members $145

Drop-Ins $15
Student Drop-Ins $10


Open Studio Figure Drawing: Format and Etiquette

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Clothed Figure Painting

Thursdays, 9:30am - 12:30pm

April 11 - June 13

This figure painting open studio has 10 sessions. The model will be clothed and changes weekly. This class has one long pose.

Members $130
Non-Members $145

Drop-Ins $15
Student Drop-Ins $10


Online registration, Clothed Figure Painting

CERAMICS

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Wheel Throwing Fundamentals

Mondays

Emily Bellehumeur

10:00am - 12:30pm
April 8 - June 3

*No Class May 27


Online registration, Wheel Throwing Fundamentals Monday Session

Tuesdays

Aly Wheeler

6:00pm - 8:30pm
April 9 - June 4

*No Class April 30

Class Full, Waitlist Open


Online registration, Wheel Throwing Fundamentals Tuesday Session

Are you new to wheel throwing? Have you taken a wheel throwing class before but want to learn new skills? This class will cover the basics of throwing including wedging, centering, and creating simple forms on the wheel. Classes will begin with an instructor demonstration and move into hands-on activities to help you learn the basics of throwing and preparing your work to be fired. Students will leave this 8 week course with at least 3 finished forms to take home. All levels welcome.

Members $165
Non-Members $180

Materials Fee $28


Materials List, Wheel Throwing Fundamentals

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Handbuilding with Clay

Emily Bellehumeur

Class Full, Waitlist Open

Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm
April 11 - June 6
*No Class May 30

Try your hand at clay! Beginners and those interested in refreshing their skills are welcome in this class as we learn about the materials, methods, simple tricks, tips, and rules involved in hand-building ceramic items. Learn how to make a layered tile, then move up to three dimensions with a vase or cup. The instructor will guide you through handbuilding methods such as coils, pinch pots, log rolls, soft slabs, hard slabs, stamps, and sprigs. We will also learn various glaze techniques like staining, sgraffito, resist, inlay, stencils, and more. As you work on projects of your own choosing, you will have the instructor there to help you consider the best design and construction methods.

Members $165
Non-Members $180

Materials Fee $28


Materials List, Handbuilding with Clay


Online registration, Handbuilding with Clay

PRINTMAKING

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Procreate and Printmaking

Levi Whittier

Thursdays, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
April 11 - May 30

Bring your digital designs into the real world in this new hybrid eight-week course. Design your own linoleum relief prints with the power of Procreate on the Apple iPad. Learn about everything that Procreate has to offer, from its intuitive layer system to its robust selection of drawing and brush painting tools. Experiment with different color combinations in the blink of an eye and plan out a multilayer project with ease. Whether you’re new to digital art, printmaking, or both, this class has something to offer everyone. All materials provided. See you in the studio!

Members $165
Non-Members $180

Studio Fee $25


Online registration, Procreate and Printmaking

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Studio Printmaking

Liv Braiker

Class Full, Waitlist Open

This class is pre-enrolled. It has limited availability and when a spot opens we fill it with the next available person on the waiting list. We encourage you to add your name. Thank you for your patience.

Wednesdays, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
April 10 - May 28

Enjoy this open-ended printmaking studio class where you can freely explore your printmaking designs and process. An instructor will be present to offer guidance when you need someone to help you brainstorm ideas, answer your questions, provide technical assistance, and give demonstrations. Sessions allow you to try out our tools, presses, and materials while you work side by side with an active and engaged studio community!

Members $165
Non-Members $180

Studio Fee $25

PHOTOGRAPHY

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Courtesy of Eugene Darkroom Group

Manual Camera Function

Ben Birkey

2 hours of instruction

This course is available for those who are interested in working in a darkroom but are unfamiliar with shooting on film. In these individually scheduled, one-on-one courses, an instructor will guide you through the basics of manual camera function and shooting on black & white 35mm film. Bring your own camera or check one out with us.

*All other materials for this course are available through Eugene Darkroom Group*

Members $45
Non-Members $60


Online registration, Manual Camera Function

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Courtesy of Eugene Darkroom Group

Darkroom Photography Process

Diana Patin

6 hours of instruction with open lab time

This flexible and customizable course is designed for beginners with no previous experience in a black & white darkroom. In this individually scheduled, one-on-one course, an instructor will guide you through the basics of darkroom photography processes, adjusting the curriculum to focus on your goals within the medium. Topics covered include processing black & white film, contact printing, and enlargement printing in a black & white darkroom. Please note: This course does not include instructions on camera function & shooting. An additional lesson can be scheduled for those enrolled who require such instruction.

*All other materials for this course are available through Eugene Darkroom Group*

Members $160
Non-Members $175


Online registration, Darkroom Photography Process

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Courtesy of Eugene Darkroom Group

Black and White Refresher Course

Ben Birkey or Diana Patin

3 hours of instruction

This one-day session is designed for those who have had some previous experience in black & white photography, processing, or printing but have been away from it for some time. We will go through the process of black & white film processing and darkroom printing together as a refresher to these hands-on procedures. Participants must bring an exposed roll of film to work with for this class.

*All other materials for this course are available through Eugene Darkroom Group*

Members $75
Non-Members $90


Online registration, Black and White Refresher Course

WEEKEND WORKSHOPS

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NEW! High School Open Studio

Sara S. Spahn

Join us on the 2nd Saturday of every month! This time is for you to bring into view your unique voice and skills. Whether you bring something you are currently working on, or explore a new project or idea, this open studio will provide access to tools and art materials in painting, drawing, and mixed media. If you need someone to bounce ideas off of, Sara will be on hand to help you gain inspiration for your creative process. Our goal is to help support your artistic practice, including helping you document and organize your artwork. Bring your unique self and contribute to a thriving teen arts community!

Members $35
Non-Members $50

Drop In Fee $15

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Landscapes in Watercolor

Hannah Becker

Saturday, May 4
12:00 - 3:30 pm

Join Hannah for an enjoyable afternoon of landscape painting. In this workshop, you will learn how to break down and simplify a complex landscape. Learn to select reference photos for inspiration, and how to build a landscape composition and layer in your watercolors. Packed full of tips, join us and begin your art practice to paint beautiful landscapes!

Members $105
Non-Members $120


Materials List, Landscapes in Watercolor


Online registration, Landscapes in Watercolor

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Practice Painting the Head

Deni Wohlgemuth

Two Saturdays, April 13 & 20
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Refine your figurative oil painting practice over two Saturdays with instructor Deni Wohlgemuth. Deni has an extensive career and passion for figure drawing and painting, working for years at the Pasadena Art Center's College of Design as well as the Laguna Art Center. In this workshop, you will focus on skills and methods that help you learn the anatomy and expressive qualities of the head. For the first Saturday session, Deni will provide an extended demonstration of head painting from a live model. After observing the lay-in and partial work-up process, students are invited to begin their lay-in for the head study. This will serve as the basis for developing the head study the next weekend. Some figurative painting and drawing experience is needed. Enjoy this very special workshop series!

Members $150
Non-Members $165
Model Fee $22


Materials List, Practice Painting the Head


Online registration, Practice Painting the Head

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Crocheting 101

Diana C. Patin

Saturday, April 20
1:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us and crochet a farmer's market bag! Learn the simpled art of crocheting with Diana. Once you learn a few simple stitches, you can make other items as well. Bring home you bounty of farm produce with a handmade market bag. See you in the studio!

Members $75
Non-Members $90


Online registration, Crocheting 101

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Introduction to Scratchboard

Levi Whittier

Saturday June 1 & 8
12:00 - 4:00 pm

Discover the intriguing art of scratchboard over two Saturdays. On day one, you will be introduced to the history and evolution the scratchboard artform. Discover how to select the perfect photo reference and begin creating your first scratchboard. Day two will be an open class with demonstrations by the instructor and one-on-one feedback as you continue working on your design. By the end of the class you will walk away with your very own scratchboard masterpiece and create a new past time for yourself! Please see the materials list for materials you will need to bring with you each day.

Members $111
Non-Members $126


Materials List, Introduction to Scratchboard


Online registration, Introduction to Scratchboard

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Open Studio: Collage

Saturday, March 9
10:00am - 12:00pm

Come be a part of the Eugene Collage Collective and celebrate collage at this community collaging session with other fellow collage artists. Open to all levels of experience. Some collage materials will be provided, but bring your favorite materials and tools.

$15 Drop-In Fee, No registration required

FAMILY WEEKEND WORKSHOPS

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Art Down Under!

Sara S. Spahn

Saturday, April 27
1:00 - 3:30 pm

Get ready to explore the art, history, and culture of Australia's Northern Territory! We will embark upon an exploration of Aboriginal art and learn about contemporary, colorful dot paintings! The instructor will guide you and your family members through free drawing, stenciling, and easy methods that lead to a finished contemporary dot painting. Join us for a fun-filled Saturday!

(1) Member Adult with (1) Child $60
(1) Non-Member Adult with (1) Child $75

Additional Family Members $35


Online registration, Art Down Under!


•PARKING INFORMATION•

MKAC has a parking lot for art students, visitors, and staff. If you happen to arrive for your class and the parking lot is full, please come into the office and grab a parking pass. This will override the street parking time limits for your class time!

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CONTACT US

Location:
1910 East 15th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97403

Phone: 541.345.1571

E-mail: [email protected]

Gallery Hours:*
Monday to Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
*(These hours apply when exhibits are on display. Please check our Current Exhibit dates.)

Gallery Admission:
Suggested Donation
$3 per person
$5 per family


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