In This Issue: - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
In This Issue: - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
In This Issue: - Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
- TAGS
- pennsylvania
- academy
- arts
- pafa.org
You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles
YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.
A New Season <strong>of</strong> PAFA After Dark<br />
Whe<strong>the</strong>r you’re a convert to <strong>the</strong> new nighttime festivities<br />
at PAFA or still sitting at home on Thursday nights<br />
wondering what all <strong>the</strong> fuss is about, it turns out you’re<br />
in luck. PAFA After Dark is back for its second season<br />
<strong>of</strong> surprising nights in <strong>the</strong> galleries with an eclectic mix<br />
<strong>of</strong> music, performances, cocktails, friends and <strong>of</strong> course<br />
– art. We’ll explore <strong>the</strong> lure <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> local at October 27th’s<br />
kick<strong>of</strong>f event – Home Grown – with local craft brews,<br />
performances by artists from <strong>the</strong> HERE exhibition, and<br />
demonstrations by local green thumbs who keep our city<br />
beautiful. On December 15th, we’ll bring you Collision<br />
Course, a night <strong>of</strong> surprising overlaps where <strong>the</strong> permanent<br />
collection gets reinterpreted by local artist Hennessey<br />
Youngman, scavenger hunts turn up all sorts <strong>of</strong><br />
artistic personality clashes, and young students fill <strong>the</strong> old<br />
building with artwork that’s all for sale.<br />
Still not convinced? Here are a few more reasons why<br />
you should join us for PAFA After Dark:<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
•<br />
It’s fun, which is one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> last things on earth you can’t<br />
be allergic to.<br />
It’s free for members. Where else can you hear a<br />
concert or see a performance for absolutely no dollars?<br />
The galleries look different at night. They’re moody and<br />
atmospheric. They trade in mystery.<br />
The people-watching is exceptional.<br />
The people-listening is pretty fantastic too, and you just<br />
might learn something new.<br />
You love art and history and <strong>the</strong> adventure <strong>of</strong> learning<br />
about new things. After Dark is always a new adventure.<br />
We promise.<br />
PAFA After Dark takes place on select Thursdays from<br />
6 – 9 p.m. Tickets are free to members but reservations<br />
are required. (We are happy to note that we have been<br />
known to sell out this event, so reserve early!)<br />
Continuing Education Programs this Fall<br />
A Community <strong>of</strong> Dedicated Artists <strong>of</strong> All Ages and Skill Levels<br />
Juliette Aristides, Willow (detail), 2010, 22 x 17 in., charcoal on toned<br />
paper heightened with white<br />
Continuing Education at PAFA <strong>of</strong>fers art classes and workshops<br />
for adults and high school students at all levels <strong>of</strong> ability.<br />
Whe<strong>the</strong>r you’re venturing into art for <strong>the</strong> first time, returning<br />
after a long absence or polishing your skills, we have something<br />
for you. Members at <strong>the</strong> “Friend” level and above receive<br />
a 10% tuition discount on regular courses and workshops!<br />
<strong>This</strong> fall semester choose from an amazing selection <strong>of</strong><br />
classes, programs, and workshops.<br />
Master Class with Juliette Aristides:<br />
Classical Figure Drawing<br />
October 15 & 16<br />
Learn to draw <strong>the</strong> human figure accurately and confidently with<br />
Juliette Aristides, Director <strong>of</strong> The Classical Atelier at <strong>the</strong> Gage<br />
<strong>Academy</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fine</strong> Art in Seattle author <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Lessons in<br />
Classical Drawing, published by Watson-Guptill.<br />
Photos: Sean Tucker<br />
Guests enjoy recent work by PAFA’s students in <strong>the</strong> Certificate & BFA programs.<br />
PAFA After Dark: Wanderlust attendees listen to an artist talk by Ted Walsh (MFA ’11).<br />
Stuart Shils, Morning Light, Looking Down from Montecastello (detail), 2007, 13 x 11 1/4 in., oil on linen, Courtesy Steven Harvey <strong>Fine</strong> Art Projects Bill Scott, Spring Aquarium (detail), 2009, oil on canvas, 43 x 52 in.,<br />
courtesy Hollis Taggert Galleries, New York<br />
Master Class with Stuart Shils and Bill Scott<br />
November 11, 12 & 13<br />
Learn approaches to painting that emphasize <strong>the</strong> sensuous yet<br />
thoughtful, abstract construction <strong>of</strong> space with renowned<br />
painters Bill Scott and Stuart Shils..<br />
Alla Prima Painting Workshop with<br />
Christine Lafuente<br />
December 3 & 4<br />
Deepen your understanding <strong>of</strong> color harmony with Christine<br />
Lafuente. Explore palettes, experiment with principles <strong>of</strong><br />
viscosity, and relate drawing concepts to color.<br />
<strong>In</strong>formed Perception: An Objective Approach to Aes<strong>the</strong>tic<br />
Appreciation with Christine Stoughton<br />
September 13 - December 13<br />
<strong>This</strong> course will introduce students to an objective method for<br />
appreciating art using <strong>the</strong> methods developed by John Dewey,<br />
Dr. Albert C. Barnes and Violette de Mazia.<br />
PAFA Welcomes over<br />
30 new docents!<br />
Photos: Sarah Holloran<br />
Ever wonder who gives all <strong>the</strong> tours to adult groups and<br />
our nearly 10,000 school children? It’s a docent, and after<br />
a year <strong>of</strong> training that included an American art history<br />
lecture series, paper assignments, presentations in <strong>the</strong><br />
galleries, and multiple o<strong>the</strong>r curatorial walkthroughs and<br />
educational workshops, 37 new docents will graduate in<br />
September. The addition <strong>of</strong> this dedicated group <strong>of</strong> volunteers<br />
will double our docent program to over 70 active<br />
docents. <strong>This</strong> is <strong>the</strong> first class in five years and many were<br />
eager to join last summer. Although <strong>the</strong>y’ve spent a great<br />
deal <strong>of</strong> time in our galleries and doing research on <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
own, <strong>the</strong>ir education does not end with graduation. All <strong>of</strong><br />
PAFA’s volunteer guides have an exceptionally big task<br />
ahead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m this year, as <strong>the</strong>y prepare to tour two major<br />
exhibitions, starting with HERE in <strong>the</strong> fall and culminating<br />
with Henry Ossawa Tanner: Modern Spirit in <strong>the</strong> spring.<br />
Join us in congratulating <strong>the</strong>m on all <strong>the</strong>ir hard work and<br />
consider stopping by for one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir regularly scheduled<br />
tours.<br />
Daily Tours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 11:30 &<br />
12:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday at 1 & 2 p.m.<br />
Or schedule a group tour by contacting tours@pafa.org<br />
or call 215-972-2069.<br />
Christine Lafuente, Lilies and Jelly Jar (detail), 2006, oil on linen, private collection<br />
PAFA at Historic Yellow Springs<br />
September 27 – November 12<br />
Enjoy PAFA classes on location in beautiful<br />
Chester County.<br />
Color Workshop with Al Gury<br />
October 29<br />
A focused look at color in art with Al Gury, Chair <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PAFA<br />
Painting Department, and author <strong>of</strong> Color for Painters: A Guide<br />
to Tradition and Practice.<br />
PAFA CE courses and workshops are eligible for Act 48 hours<br />
and New Jersey Department <strong>of</strong> Education Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development<br />
credit. For <strong>the</strong> complete summer schedule, visit<br />
www.pafa.edu/CE, call 215-972-7632 or e-mail<br />
continuinged@pafa.edu.<br />
9