FIA Art School Catalog - the Flint Institute of Arts

Summer 13
FIA Art School Catalog
Registration
Members
May 13
Non-members
May 20

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ARt school expAnsion
Coming this fall, FIA Art School
students and patrons will be
greeted by a new light filled, easily
accessible entrance upon arrival.
A new sliding glass door entrance
will provide students and patrons
with a dedicated and convenient
point of entry to the Art School
as part of a 2,400 square foot
renovation and expansion.
The expansion of the Art
School is designed to maximize
existing space use; install energyefficient,
accessible equipment;
address minor obstacles that
hinder accessibility and work flow,
eliminate safety hazards, and
increase efficient functionality of
spaces.
Existing spaces will be
reconfigured to expand the
kiln area, addressing current
overcrowded conditions and safety
hazards. The enlarged space
(1800 square feet), dedicated
to the critical support functions
of the ceramics program, will
accommodate two large downdraft
kilns, including a new energyefficient
Bailey shuttle kiln, seven
electric kilns of various sizes and
dedicated spaces for clay mixing
and storage. A new 600 square
foot studio will be dedicated to
glaze mixing and instruction.
A 900 square foot addition
will serve as the welding and
fabrication lab for instruction
in the design, fabrication, and
assemblage of metals. The Art
School’s ability to offer instruction
ph 810.237.7315 email arted@flintarts.org
top image: floorplan
right image: Art School
southwest entrance
bottom image:
southwest aerial view
on the visual and physical
properties of metal, welding
techniques, and three-dimensional
mediums beyond ceramics widens
educational opportunities for
the community. The expanded
welding lab will accommodate a
foundry and additional welding
stations, allowing the Art School
to ultimately offer instruction in
jewelry making and metal casting.
Additions to the Art School will
maintain the interior and exterior
design aesthetic of architect
Frederick Fisher & Partners.
Local architect, John K. Costa
will provide on-site architectural
services throughout the building
process and contractor, Sorensen
Gross Construction Services will
manage the construction. The
project will begin mid-April 2013
with demolition and construction
continuing through the summer
with completion scheduled for the
beginning of September, just in
time for fall classes. Due to lack
of specific resources (gas and
electricity) during renovation, the
ceramics division will be unable to
offer regularly scheduled courses
in clay. The Art School apologizes
for any inconvenience, but the
project must be completed by
the fall in order to work within
grant limitations and deadlines.
Fortunately, the 7-week summer
session is the shortest and
minimizes down time for students.
We look forward to seeing you in
the fall and encourage students
to consider alternative programs
in the Art School. In an effort to
advance clay student studies in
the Art School, an additional 20%
discount will be offered for the
Summer 2013 session to students
who have taken a clay class during
their studies at the FIA. Thank you
for your patience and support.
ARt school policies
Registrations are valid with full
payment. Register up to three
days before class by phone,
walk-in or mail (not by voice
mail). Cash (not by mail), checks,
VISA, MasterCard, and American
Express are accepted. Registration
confirmations are issued via email
upon request. Class fees cannot
be prorated.
Refunds are not given after the
second class. A 50% charge will
be withheld for cancellations made
within four days prior to the start
date of class.
Art school policies are available in
the Art School office upon request.
General Open Studio is open to all
adult students enrolled in the current
class and free of charge.
stuDent AMenities
Art supplies are discounted 20%
in the FIA Museum Shop (for
enrolled students only).
lockers may be rented in the Art
School office with your own lock for
$10/$13 per session or $25/$35 per
year. The FIA is not responsible for
items lost or stolen from lockers,
galleries or studios. Lockers may
not be rented by phone.
scholarships are distributed based
on need. Applications are available
April 29 and must be returned by
May 29. Forms are available on a
stuDent MeMbeRship
FiA Members receive 20% off
class fees, priority enrollment, the
FIA Magazine, free admission to
exhibitions, and a 10% discount in
The Palette café and Museum Shop.
FiA Youth Membership
participants (ages 2.5–12) receive
a 20% discount on class fees, a
10% discount in The Palette café
and Museum Shop, mailings in
their name, and three free Youth
Membership Activities per year.
Cover: Karan A. pinkston, Painting Student
Student Artwork not picked up
within two weeks of the end of the
session will be discarded.
class cancellations due to
weather or faculty illness will be
rescheduled based on classroom
and staff availability, but are not
guaranteed. Under-enrolled classes
will be cancelled three business
days prior to first day of class.
pre-college portfolio
Development program is a threeyear
subsidized program designed
to strengthen gifted high school
freshmen’s visual art skills for college
entrance. Applications are available
September 2013; call for details.
This program has been made
possible by the James A. Welch
Foundation.
walk-in basis only in the Art School
office or at the FIA front desk. To be
eligible, applicants must disclose
their household income on the
application. If granted, scholarship
co-pay is required prior to the first
class meeting. Late co-payments
may forfeit the scholarship.
Individuals may be awarded three
scholarships in a two-year period
of time, although the FIA may
waive this restriction for designated
programs. Scholarships are limited
to two per household per session.
DAtes to ReMeMbeR
session Dates
June 3 – July 31
Registration begins
May 13 (members)
May 20 (non-members)
scholarship Applications
Available
April 29
scholarships Due
May 29
Art School Office Closed
May 27 & July 4
FACULTY PRoFILE
Jim Ames has taught
watercolor for 35 years and
is a member of the American
Water Color Society. He is
the author of Color Theory
Made Easy and has lectured
on color theory at many
leading U.S. Art Schools.
Rebecca Andrus has a BS
in Fine Arts from Illinois State
University and is pursuing her
masters in Early Childhood
Education at the University of
Michigan-Flint. She has been
an artist/educator for more
than 25 years.
chrysa cronley holds an
AA in Fine Arts from Mott
Community College. She
works as a custom fashion
designer and has been a
seamstress of fine apparel
for over 30 years. Chrysa
exhibits her designs locally.
Alla Dubrovich has an MFA
and BFA from the Moscow
Pedagogical University in
Moscow, Russia. She is a
freelance illustrator and also
teaches at Mott Community
College and the University of
Michigan-Flint.
Alice Foster-stocum has
taught at the FIA since 1982.
She earned a degree at
Michigan State University
and studied under several
renowned fiber artists. She
has exhibited her work at
numerous art venues.
Craig Hinshaw has a BS
in art education from Ball
State University, and an MFA
from Cranbrook Academy of
Art. He has been teaching
elementary art in Michigan
schools for 30 years.
Ryan Kelsey has a BS in
Art Education from U of
M-Flint, an MA in Humanities
from Central Michigan
University and an MA in
Educational Media Design
and Technology from Full
Sail University. He has been
teaching art for over 15 years
at Davison High School.
Karyn Konkel holds a BFA in
ceramics from Siena Heights
University. She has over 15
years experience as a clay
artist/educator from Michigan
art centers including the Ann
Arbor Art Center, Artrain, and
Pewabic Pottery.
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just you & me, kid
Share studio time with your
young artist. Classes are priced
per adult/child pair. A second
sibling may enroll in class at a
50% rate. Three children must be
accompanied by two adults. Each
pair and threesome must register
separately. Ask the office about
discounts for families of five or
more. Infants up to 12 months
may accompany their caregiver
free of charge.
Ages 2.5–5 with adult
Clay in the Garden
Karyn Konkel
Join your child as they dig
through an imaginary garden!
Learn to coil, pinch and create
wondrous summertime garden
art. Imagine the clay flowers, pea
pods, mushroom or toad houses,
snails, and maybe even some
clay gnomes you’ll create! Each
session will have different planned
projects so sign up for one or both!
TU (4 wks) 6/4-7/2 10a-11:30a
No Class 6/25
Studio 1 UM-1801-01
Members $84 Non-members $100
TU (4 wks) 7/9-7/30 10a-11:30a
Studio 8 UM-1801-02
Members $84 Non-members $100
lily Johnston, Art Student
ph 810.237.7315 email arted@flintarts.org
Ages 6–12 with adult
Crazy Clay Hand
Building
Karyn Konkel
Learn the basics of hand building
by creating crazy projects that
stretch the imagination. Focus on
making animal sculptures with
a human head, slab boxes with
secret openings, creatures, bugs,
funky toad houses. There will
be plenty of time to explore and
create with this wonderful medium
called clay!
TU (4 wks) 6/4-7/2 5:30p-7:30p
No Class 6/25
Studio 1 UM-1801-03
Members $84 Non-members $100
clay safari time
Karyn Konkel
Join your child in creating and
learning about their favorite
animals on an African Safari
Adventure. Learn how to create
a one-of-a-kind clay giraffe, lion,
elephant, or a rhinoceros by rolling,
patting, pinching, and painting the
clay with brightly colored under
glazes.
WE (4 wks) 6/5-6/26 5:30p-7:30p
Studio 1 UM-1801-04
Members $84 Non-members $100
WE (4 wks) 7/10-7/31 5:30p-7:30p
Studio 1 UM-1801-05
Members $84 Non-members $100
camps
Ages 5–7 and 8–12 will share
space and enjoy time separately
while engaging their minds and
bodies in creativity and productive
summer play. Enroll separately for
each week. Drop off times begin
at 8:30a. Each Friday, friends and
families will gather at 4:00p for
a Bishop Gallery performance/
exhibition reception.
Ages 5–12
Everyday Animals
camp Faculty
Begin our journey close to home
as we discover how everyday
animals enrich our lives. From
the barnyard to the skies above,
animals add inspiration in many
forms. From the jobs we perform,
to the clothes we wear, let’s paint,
draw, sculpt, and investigate the
impact animals have on our world.
Mo-FR 7/8-7/12 9a-4:30p
Studio 1 & 5 AC-14
Members $165 Non-members $199
Kalahari safari - Africa
camp Faculty
Join an African expedition! Learn
how colors, patterns, sizes and
shapes of animals influence the
people, art, and rich folklore
traditions. Campers will paint,
sculpt, and imagine their very own
collection of work based on the
African animals.
Mo-FR 7/15-7/19 9a-4:30p
Studio 1 & 5 AC-15
Members $165 Non-members $199
Wonder Down Under -
Australia
camp Faculty
Let’s go down under for a walkabout
and meet some of the most
unique animals on earth. We will
explore the amazing wildlife of
Australia, take a plunge into the
Great Barrier Reef and swim with
the fish and sea turtles through the
bright and colorful corals.
Mo-FR 7/22-7/26 9a-4:30p
Studio 1 & 5 AC-16
Members $165 Non-members $199
children’s classes
Children ages 4–12 attend these
classes independently. Parents/
guardians may relax in the student
lounge or tour the FIA galleries.
Ages 6–8
Art Sew Great
chrysa cronley
Encounter the fashion world while
learning the basics of sewing and
textiles. Projects include fabric
self-portraits, appliquéd pillows,
and handmade messenger bags.
With instructor supervision,
students learn hand stitching
techniques, applying buttons and
zippers, and hand beading.
SA (6 wks) 6/22-7/27 10a-12p
Studio 1 EC6-5001-06
Members $101 Non-members $119
Ages 6–10
super sun-print
photographs
courtney simpson
Sun-prints encourage an interest
in science and art! Harness the
power of imagination to create
blue and white photos using the
sun and water. Arrange objects on
photosensitive paper and develop
prints. No camera required!
TH (2 wks) 6/13-6/20 1p-3p
Studio 7 EC6-2201-07
Members $46 Non-members $52
Ages 8–10
imagine, explore, create
Rebecca Andrus
Stretch your imagination, explore
the world around you, and create
fun and fabulous art. Focus on
structure, color, and surface
pattern through foil repoussé,
multi-pass printing, drawing, pulp
painting, 3-D construction, and
wearable art.
SA (6 wks) 6/22-7/27 1p-3p
Studio 8 EC8-0301-08
Members $96 Non-members $114
Amari Marshall, Art Student
Ages 9–12
elementary Animation
Craig Hinshaw
Students will learn animations
underlying principles as they
make early animation toys such
as flip-books and thaumatropes.
Students will work in small groups
to create short animation movies.
WE (5 wks) 6/5-7/10 5p-6:30p
No Class 7/3
Studio 5 EC9-5001-09
Members $70 Non-members $83
clay connection
Michele gunn
Create wacky masks, wild animals,
unique tiles, and more. Incorporate
your design ideas as you pinch,
roll, model, and sculpt with clay.
Put on your finishing touch with
under-glaze and and gloss glazes
to create colorful works of art.
TH (6 wks) 6/13-7/25 5p-7p
No Class 7/4
Studio 5 EC9-1101-10
Members $117 Non-members $135
Drawing & Painting
sarah lathangue
Focus on creating 2-D artworks
that include still-life, the figure,
landscape, and cartooning. This
class offers art instruction that
goes far beyond cut and paste,
and arts and crafts. Students will
learn how to “see” in a new way
and with a basic understanding of
drawing and painting techniques.
WE (5 wks) 6/19-7/24 12p-2p
No Class 7/17
Studio 8 EC9-5001-11
Members $83 Non-members $99
Mixed-Media Kids
sarah lathangue
Create paintings, collages, and
sculptures from paper, found
objects, and various materials.
This class will focus on combining
different materials and assemble
artwork inspired by books, stories,
and imaginary subjects.
WE (5 wks) 6/19-7/24 3p-5p
No Class 7/17
Studio 8 EC9-5001-12
Members $83 Non-members $99
Vacation Hodgepodge
Anita spencer
Summertime is here, and it’s
time to travel! Take an imaginary,
creative trip to the mountains, the
seaside, the dry southwest, and
beyond as we use pastel, pencil,
paint and clay to explore popular
vacation destinations.
TU (5 wks) 6/18-7/16 10a-12p
Studio 7 EC9-3101-13
Members $83 Non-members $99
Art Sew Great
chrysa cronley
Encounter the fashion world while
learning the basics of sewing and
textiles. Projects include fabric
self-portraits, appliquéd pillows,
and handmade messenger bags.
With instructor supervision,
students learn hand stitching
techniques, applying buttons and
zippers, and hand beading.
SA (6 wks) 6/22-7/27 1p-3p
Studio 7 EC9-5001-14
Members $101 Non-members $119
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FACULTY PRoFILE
sarah lathangue has a BS
in Art Education from the U
of M-Flint, and a Masters in
Education from Marygrove
College of Detroit. She
teaches Elementary and
High School Art for Capac
Community Schools.
erin Mohrman holds a BFA
in Graphic Communications
and her Michigan Teaching
Certificate from the College
for Creative Studies. She
has ten years experience
as an art director/designer
in advertising and currently
teaches in the FIA Education
Department.
igor Macherkevich has a
BA in graphic design from
Moscow Art College of
Design and an MFA from
Moscow State Pedagogical
University. He is a full-time
practicing graphic designer.
Matthew Osmon has a
BFA from Columbia College
in Chicago and an MA in
Educational Technology from
the U of M-Flint. He teaches
art at Mott Middle College
High School and exhibits
throughout the region.
Rachel Reynolds holds a
BFA from the College for
Creative Studies and earned
an MFA from Vermont
College of Fine Arts. She
exhibits regionally.
Lois Sharp-Schneider
owns The Yoga Loft & Sharp
Fitness in downtown Flint
and has taught Iyengar Yoga
for 23 years. She welcomes
students of all levels, and
interacts individually to meet
their needs.
courtney simpson holds
a BFA from the University
of Michigan. She is a
Flint-based professional
photographer. Courtney
exhibits her photography and
installation work regionally.
Arla slogor earned her
BFA in painting from the U
of M-Flint. She is currently
teaching painting and
drawing for VSA artist-inresidence
at the GISD.
Anita spencer holds a BA in
Art Education from Eastern
Michigan University. She
taught K-6 in the Lapeer
Public Schools for 30 years
and exhibits fused and lampworked
glass regionally.
ph 810.237.7315 email arted@flintarts.org
teen classes
Ages 13–17
4 Day Workshop
high school portfolio
intensive
Ryan Kelsey
This course is for high school
students looking to develop
and prepare a portfolio for art
college admission. With a focus
on drawing and painting, improve
your skills in life drawing, stilllife
and portrait drawing. Explore
creativity and conceptual thinking.
Mo-TH (4 days) 7/15-7/18 1p-4p
Studio 8 ECT-5001-15
Members $84 Non-members $97
theater Make-up
Matthew Osmon
Transform yourself and others
using brushes, cream make-up
and liquid latex. Students will
begin to understand shadow and
highlight, line, form, and shape.
Apply corrective, old age, gore,
fantasy, character make-up, and
more. Make-up kit included.
TU (7 wks) 6/18-7/30 1p-3p
Studio 7 ECT-3401-16
Members $153 Non-members $175
Field Drawing &
Studio Painting
Arla slogor
For four weeks, learn to field
sketch at beautiful Applewood
Estate in preparation for a studio
painting composition done in the
last half of the course. All supplies
included. Cameras are welcome.
Mo (7 wks) 6/17-7/29 1p-3p
Studio 7 ECT-2501-17
Members $108 Non-members $130
Teen classes build a foundation
in drawing, color theory, and
design principles. Age 16 and
up are welcome in adult classes
where indicated in the catalog.
High School freshmen are
encouraged to apply to The Pre-
College Portfolio Development
Program. Applications are
available September 2013.
Black & White
illustration
erin Mohrman
Explore classic black, white, and
grayscale illustration techniques
using ink, pencil, and gouache.
Discover how artists throughout
history create black and white
masterpieces using techniques
such as crosshatching, pointillism,
and shading.
Mo (8 wks) 6/10-7/29 5p-7p
Studio 5 ECT-5001-18
Members $117 Non-members $142
Drawing: Mixed Media
Arla slogor
This class is designed for any teen
that has a strong desire to explore
different drawing techniques.
Experience non-traditional and
fun ways to focus on line, value,
texture, and shape with a new
project presented each week. All
materials will be provided.
FR (6 wks) 6/21-7/26 1p-3p
Studio 7 ECT-2501-19
Members $101 Non-members $119
Alexandra Greenfelder, Art Student
adult classes
The FIA Art School offers classes
for all skill levels in drawing,
painting, clay, fiber, mixed media,
photography, and more! The FIA
strives to create an encouraging
environment for students to
explore the creative process
at their own pace. Beginning
students are encouraged to start
with basic drawing and entrylevel
classes. The Education
Department offers educator
workshops and public programs.
For information, visit www.
flintarts.org or call 810.234.1695.
photogRAphY / DigitAl MeDiA
1 Day Workshop
photographing 3-D
Artwork
courtney simpson
Ever wish you could have
professional quality photos of
your 3-D artwork? Learn to take
accurate photos of your own
artwork for your portfolio, website,
promotional materials, or to enter
juried competitions! Focus will
be placed on lighting techniques,
background selection and various
camera controls.
TH (1 day) 6/27 1p-5p
Studio 7 WK-2202-21
Members $47 Non-members $68
1 Day Workshop
photographing 2-D
Artwork
courtney simpson
Ever wish you could have
professional quality photos of
your 2-D artwork? Learn to take
accurate photos of your own
artwork for your portfolio, website,
promotional materials, or to enter
juried competitions! Focus will
be placed on lighting techniques,
composition and various camera
controls.
TH (1 day) 7/11 1p-5p
Studio 7 WK-2202-22
Members $47 Non-members $68
YogA
Digital photography for
beginners
courtney simpson
Learn to use your own digital
equipment to take better photographs!
Cover the basics of digital
photography while exploring the
technical and artistic elements of
photography. Beginners with any
type of digital camera, from pointand-shoot
to SLR, are welcome.
Teens welcome.
WE (8 wks) 6/5-7/31 10a-12p
No Class 6/19
Lecture Room PH-2201-23
Members $115 Non-members $140
TH (6 wks) 6/6-7/25 6p-8p
No Class 7/18
Lecture Room PH-2201-24
Members $91 Non-members $109
Digital composition
courtney simpson
Improve compositional skills
through photo shoots and class
discussion. Learn about light and
shadow, controlling exposure,
camera settings and subject
matter. Bring a digital camera and
manual. A personal laptop would
be helpful but is not required;
computers are not provided.
WE (8 wks) 6/5-7/31 12:30-2:30p
No Class 6/19
Lecture Room PH-2204-25
Members $115 Non-members $140
Art of Yoga
Lois Sharp-Schneider
Expand your creative energy by
stretching your body and centering
your mind. Focusing on breathing
and body alignment will deepen
sleep, reduce pain, improve
muscle tone, and heighten energy.
Students should bring a mat,
towel, and water bottle.
Mo (8 wks) 6/10-7/29 8a-9a
Lecture Room Yo-5006-20
Members $64 Non-members $77
Lois Sharp-Schneider, Yoga Instructor
Trudy Herriman
Digital Manipulation Student
Digital Manipulation
Matthew Osmon
This class is designed to teach
students the basics of Adobe
Photoshop Elements software.
Topics will include scanning and
retouching old photos including;
ripped and molded photos, color
correction, photo manipulations
including digital painting, filtering,
morphing and other forms of
digital art techniques. Basic
computer skills required.
Mo (7 wks) 6/17-7/29 10a-12p
Lecture Room DM-3402-26
Members $143 Non-members $165
= Beginner = Intermediate = Advanced
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adult classes
DRAwing
1 Day Workshop
creative Figurative
Drawing
Rachel Reynolds
From a live model, study the
human form and practice drawing
its expressive poses. Using pastel,
charcoal, or ink wash, students
may emphasize the anatomy or
merely the essence of the human
form. Drawing exercises include:
model posing with stretched
fabric, an image projected on a
model, and a figurative drawing
with cast shadows.
WE (1 day) 6/12 11a-5p
Studio 6 WK-3506-27
Members $90 Non-members $108
1 Day Workshop
Introduction to Drawing
Rachel Reynolds
This class introduces students to
many materials and techniques
utilized in drawing. Explore issues
of form, value and space using
pencils and charcoal. Lessons
provide instruction concerning
diverse approaches to drawing
including contour line, blind
contour, gesture studies, shading
and proportion studies.
Mo (1 day) 6/17 11a-5p
Studio 6 WK-3502-28
Members $90 Non-members $108
Ruth Kunka, Drawing Student
ph 810.237.7315 email arted@flintarts.org
nickolena topping, Drawing Student
Basic Drawing
Alla Dubrovich
This class is designed for
people with little or no drawing
experience. The concepts of
line, value, tone, proportions,
perspective, shape, composition,
light and shadow will be covered.
A variety of drawing media
will be used, such as graphite,
charcoal, Conte crayon, ink, etc.
Class activities include sketches,
compositional thumbnails, and
long-term drawing projects.
Mo/WE (4 wks) 7/1-7/24 12p-2:45p
Studio 6 DR-0801-29
Members $112 Non-members $138
Introduction to
Colored Pencil
barbara holmer
Learn or review colored pencil
techniques including color
layering, blending and impressed
line with a series of exercises.
Then create your own colorful
drawing with this popular and
accessible medium. Teens are
welcome. Some materials are
provided.
TH (7 wks) 6/6-7/25 9a-12p
No Class 7/4
Studio 7 DR-1702-30
Members $109 Non-members $132
Colored Pencil
Independent Study
barbara holmer
This class is for students who
have old projects to finish or new
projects to begin. With the option
of drawing from life or using photo
references, work in a supportive
atmosphere using traditional
colored pencil techniques and
focusing on composition as you
develop your drawing. Bring
drawing supplies and your
subject or a selection of your own
photographs to the first class.
WE (8 wks) 6/5-7/24 9a-12p
Studio 7 DR-1704-31
Members $122 Non-members $148
Drawing: Independent
Study
Alla Dubrovich
This class is for students who
have taken a drawing class or
have previous drawing experience.
With an instructionally supportive
environment, students will focus
on individually chosen projects
or instructor assigned projects.
Assignments can be designed
according to individual interests.
TU (4 wks) 7/2-7/23 6p-9p
Studio 7 DR-0804-32
Members $64 Non-members $77
botanical sketchbook
from the Kitchen Garden
barbara holmer
Create accurate, detailed sketches
of plants from the kitchen garden
and hone observational skills using
graphite, colored pencil, and/or
watercolor. Sketchbook pages
can be used as a reference guide
for finished work or a journal of
the growing season. The class will
include ‘in-the-garden’ drawing
sessions as weather permits. Bring
drawing supplies to the first class.
WE (8 wks) 6/5-7/24 1:30p-4:30p
Studio 7 DR-1704-33
Members $122 Non-members $148
Drawing & Painting
portraits from
photographs
Alla Dubrovich
Focus on portrait drawing and
painting using the photographic
image as a model. Learn how
to choose a photograph that is
suitable for creating a portrait,
prepare the photo image for
drawing (grid system), and scale
the image. Two projects (b&w
drawing, or drawing/painting in
color) are to be completed.
Mo/WE (4 wks) 7/1-7/24 3p-5:45p
Studio 6 DR-0804-34
Members $112 Non-members $138
Figure Drawing
Alla Dubrovich
This class will explore the figure as
subject matter. Different aspects of
drawing from life will be covered,
such as human proportion,
shape, mass conception, basic
artistic anatomy, equilibrium,
foreshortening, perspective, and
composition. We will work from
nude and draped models. Model
fee included.
Mo/WE (4 wks) 7/1-7/24 6p-9p
Studio 6 DR-0804-35
Members $162 Non-members $188
FibeR
Weaving: Beginning
to Advanced
Alice Foster-stocum
Color! Texture! Fiber! Learn to
weave! Explore the age-old art of
weaving and discover how cloth
has been made for centuries.
Work on floor looms, learn about
differences in fibers and loom
mechanisms. Explore color and
design. Ample open studio time
available. Teens welcome.
SA (8 wks) 6/8-7/27 10a-2p
Studio 4 FB-0906-36
Members $138 Non-members $171
wAteRcoloR
Painting Landscapes in
watercolor
igor Macherkevich
Explore watercolor techniques
and styles by using landscape
as subject matter. Variety of
seasons, sites, color schemes,
and compositional solutions will
be discussed. Learn and practice
professional approaches beginning
with selection of suitable photo
images through finished and fully
detailed artwork.
WE (6 wks) 6/5-7/10 5:30p-8:30p
Studio 8 WC-3206-37
Members $91 Non-members $110
sheila Dirrim, Fiber Student
Advanced Watercolor
Jim Ames
Study watercolor techniques and
color theory taught by the author
of Color Theory Made Easy: A New
Approach to Color Theory and
How to Apply It to Mixing Paints.
Please bring photo references.
TU (9 wks) 6/4-7/30 6:30p-8:30p
Studio 8 WC-0204-38
Members $118 Non-members $146
Lisa Land, Watercolor Student
= Beginner = Intermediate = Advanced
8

9
adult classes
pAinting
1 Day Workshop
Painting, Movement &
composition
Rachel Reynolds
Examine different approaches
to composing subject matter.
Exploring choices in viewpoint,
scale and perspective, students
will create dynamic compositions
that exhibit movement, balance
and harmony. Using paint,
compositions will be developed
in response to arrangements of
colored forms.
TH (1 day) 6/27 11a-5p
Studio 6 WK-3506-39
Members $90 Non-members $108
1 Day Workshop
painting without a
Brush: Non-Traditional
Methods in Painting
Rachel Reynolds
You may have seen paintings by
Jackson Pollock in a museum
and thought, “I could do that!”
Well, have you ever tried? Enjoy
the process of “Action Painting,”
and see what it feels like to
create images with colored drips.
Two additional projects will
provide other a-typical painting
experiences: applying paint with
sticks like Brice Marden, and
painting using squeegees, like
Gerhardt Richter.
Mo (1 day) 6/10 11a-5p
Studio 6 WK-3506-40
Members $90 Non-members $108
Karen p. Miller, Painting Student
ph 810.237.7315 email arted@flintarts.org
creativity lab
Arla slogor
Have you ever suffered from artist
block? This course is a series of
projects designed to jump-start
your creative thought processes.
Through a series of projects using
mixed mediums, students will
delve deeper into their creativity.
TU (9 wks) 6/4-7/30 5:30p-8:30p
Studio 6 PA-2506-41
Members $140 Non-members $170
experimental painting
Matthew Osmon
Learn to stretch a canvas, prepare
a board, and add texture to a
surface before painting. Focus on
creating dynamic compositions,
working with portraits, the human
figure and abstraction. Experiment
with oil or acrylic in a fun and
supportive environment.
Mo (7 wks) 6/17-7/29 1p-4p
Studio 8 PA-3406-42
Members $114 Non-members $137
plein Air painting
Arla slogor
Paint in the style that French
Impressionists called “In the open
Air” using oils or acrylics. This
class will meet in any weather, at
a different location each week to
paint landscapes, cityscapes and
more. Bring your own gear as well
as a camera.
SA (8 wks) 6/8-7/27 9a-1p
Studio 6 PA-2506-43
Members $138 Non-members $171
Angela hamilton, Painting Student
Drawing & Painting
Landscapes Outdoors
Alla Dubrovich
Explore the advantages and
challenges of working on landscapes
from nature. Several
sketching techniques will be
demonstrated on-site including
Applewood Estate, Stepping
Stone Falls, and For-Mar Nature
Preserve. Examine a variety of art
media or stick with your favorite
ones. Students are expected to
provide their own vehicles. Rainy
days will be made up.
TU (4 wks) 7/2-7/23 12p-3p
Studio 6 PA-0806-44
Members $64 Non-members $77
Studio Painting for
Adults
Arla slogor
Learn basic techniques of oils or
acrylics, or continue to further
advance your own unique style in
this friendly studio setting. Explore
blending, glazing, and layering
with brushes and palette knives.
Please bring your own photos for
reference.
TH (7 wks) 6/6-7/25 5:30p-8:30p
No Class 7/4
Studio 8 PA-2504-45
Members $111 Non-members $134
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