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2008
Summer Classes
& Summer Camps
2008
Summer Classes are here! This
summer, Adult classes
include "Basic Drawing,"
"Plein Air Painting," and Ceramics classes.
We will continue to offer our Tuesday Open Studio
session as well as a Wednesday evening Open Studio
Drawing and a Monday evening Open Studio Figure Sculpture.
We also have Summer
Art Camps for Youth, Summer
Workshops for Young Adults!
Gift Certificates
are available and are perfect for any special occassion,
such as Mother's or Father's Day! Call the Art Center
to order your personalized Gift Certificate.
Adult classes include Painting
& Drawing classes, including
our Sculpture
& Ceramic classes,
Workshops
and Open
Studios.
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. Nobody will be turned away
due to inability to pay before the start date of the
class. For more information contact the Art Center.
Winter Weather Advisory: In the event
of bad weather, the Art Center will close
if Lane Community College is closed. Classes
for that day will be cancelled and a make-up session
will be held at a later date. In the event that Lane
Community College is delayed, all Art Center classes
before 12:00pm will be cancelled. Please
call 345-1571 after 12:00pm on the day in question
for information about afternoon and evening classes.
For
PDF format of our Summer Class Schedule,
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Here.
Cancellation
/ Refund Policy:
100% - before
the first class
Sorry, no refunds after the first class meeting.
Cancellation of workshops and camps: 3 days prior to
start: 100% refund. 2 days prior: material fees and
50% of tuition will be forfeited. No refund after one
day prior to workshop or start of camp.

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Painting
and Drawing
Summer Classes
Basic Drawing with John Holdway
John
Holdway
Class ID #1508
SPACE AVAILABLE
This summer, embark on a journey of drawing discovery!
In this Basic Drawing class, you will learn and review
drawing skills in a series of lessons and exercises
designed to introduce you to the concepts of line,
shading, perspective, composition, and more. Each
week, you will build upon the techniques you’ve learned
to create sketches and finished drawings that will
help to strengthen your skills. As you gain confidence,
you will explore your own artistic style and advance
your abilities. 8 Sessions.
Tuesdays, July 15-September 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm*
*There will be no class Tuesday, August 26th.
Members $80 Non-Members $95
Plein
Aire Painting with Jerry Ross
Jerry
Ross
Class ID #1509
SPACE AVAILABLE
Enjoy summer evenings as you and your fellow artists travel
to a variety of picturesque settings where you will learn
and practice plein air painting skills under the guidance
of Art Instructor Jerry Ross. You will learn what materials
and media work best for plein air painting, how to adjust to
your outdoor environment, and how to feel comfortable in
your setting. You will discover how to turn a simple sketch
into a finished painting. Your evening painting destinations
will include the University of Oregon campus, Skinner’s Butte,
Amazon Park, and the LCC campus. Your first class session
will be held at the Art Center, and materials will be discussed
during this time.
Thursdays, August 7-September 4, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $60 Non-Members $75
Watercolors:
Seascapes, Landscapes, & More
John Holdway
Class ID #1510
SPACE AVAILABLE
Escape to a picturesque destination in your own
watercolor paintings! From start to finish, this class
gives you the tools for painting success. Designed for all
skill levels, this class allows you to explore the creative
process in a fun and encouraging environment. Experiment with
painting from photographs as you begin, develop, and finish
watercolor paintings. You will also review concepts of color,
composition, and the idea of using a limited palette as you
find your own artistic voice. 8 Sessions.
Thursdays, July 17-September 11, 6:00pm-8:30pm*
*There will be no class Thursday, August 28th.
Members $80 Non-Members $95
Painting Workshop
Painting
with Sarkis
Sarkis Antikajian
Class ID #1511
SPACE AVAILABLE
Join us for this very special painting workshop
with accomplished artist, longtime Art Center supporter,
and Open Studio participant, Sarkis Antikajian.
Recognized for his expressive painting style and masterful
use of color, Sarkis believes that “A picture is better
than 1,000 words.” In keeping with this painting philosophy,
Sarkis’s five-day workshop will teach you how to complete a
painting from beginning to end. You will explore a variety
of subjects including figures, landscapes, and still lifes as
you experiment with paint application, composition, and color.
Over the course of this workshop, Sarkis will customize a
curriculum to suit the skills and interests of you and your
fellow students. He will guide you through the process of
painting and offer his assistance and inspiration.
Sarkis will begin each day with a painting demonstration in
which he will complete a painting from start to finish, enabling
you to observe his techniques and ask questions. You will then
begin work on your painting, putting into practice the skills
and techniques Sarkis has demonstrated. Individual and group
critiques will also help to strengthen your paintings. Students
will have a lunch break on each day. $100 Deposit is required at
the time of registration.
September 8 - 12, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Members $400 Non-Members $450
Sarkis's Painting Workshop Registration/Cancellation
Policy: Spaces are reserved
on a first deposit basis. Payment in full must be received
14 days prior to the start of the workshop or students
may lose their space unless other arrangements have
been made. There is a $50 non-refundable cancellation
charge. No refund will be made within 10 days of the
workshop unless a replacement student is found. No refunds
once the workshop has begun. In the event the Art Center
must cancel the workshop, a full refund will be made.
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Sculpture and Ceramics
Spring Classes
Wheel
Throwing
- Registration Extended!
Laura Jackson
Class ID #1512
SPACE AVAILABLE
Cover the basics of creating wheel-thrown pottery in
this introductory ceramics class. From preparing clay
for use, to centering pots on the wheel, to glazing
finished pieces, your instructor will guide you step-
by-step through each process. Have fun as you explore
a variety of surfacing techniques and experiment with
wheel throwing in a professional ceramics studio. A
perfect class for beginners and intermediate ceramic
artists. Adults and Young Adults (13 and over) welcome.
8 Sessions.
Thursdays, July 17-September 11, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Thursday, August 21st.
Members $80 - Non-Members $ 95 - $30 Materials fee
Class with or without
the Wheel
Laura Jackson
Class ID #1513
FULL
Take advantage of this
relaxed classroom environment to create your own wheel-thrown
or handbuilt pottery. Working in the Art Center’s professional
ceramics studio, you will learn and review the fundamentals
of wheel throwing as you experiment with handbuilding
techniques. View instructor demonstrations or simply
take advantage of studio time to create cups, bowls,
pitchers, lids, and more. This is a class designed to
accommodate you and is tailored to the skill levels
of all students. Adults &Young Adults (13 and over)
welcome. 8 Sessions.
Tuesdays, July 8-September 2, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Tuesday, August 19th.
Members $80 - Non-Members $95 - $30 Materials fee
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Open
Studio Sessions
Register or Drop-in for Spring &
Summer!
The
Art Center invites artists to become a part of our Open
Studio Sessions. Receive a discount for enrolling in
all sessions! A live model is provided for
each session, and model poses vary to accomodate artists'
needs.
Drop-ins
are invited each week if space permits.
$10 Drop-In Fee
Summer
Open Studio: Draw, Paint, & Sculpt
Class ID #1514
8 Sessions
One long pose with a nude model. Model changes weekly.
Tuesdays, July 15-September 2, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $60 - Non-Members $75
Summer
Figure Drawing: Session I
Class ID #1515
4 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Model changes
weekly.
Wednesdays, July 16-August 6, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $35 - Non-Members $40
Summer
Figure Drawing: Session II
Class ID #1516
4 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Model changes
weekly.
Wednesdays, August 13-Sept. 3, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $35 - Non-Members $40
Summer
Figure Sculpture
Class ID #1517
7 Sessions
One long pose held over 7 weeks. Model is nude.
Mondays, July 14-August 25, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $35 - Non-Members $40
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Summer Art Camps for Youth
Drawing
& Painting Like a Pro
Class ID #1496
Ages 6-12
Put your drawing and
painting skills into practice! You will become an “Art
Pro” as you explore techniques such as color mixing,
line drawing, still life drawing, and basic painting.
Experiment with watercolors, acrylic paints, pencils,
charcoal, pastels, and more as you discover your artistic
talents and create your very own masterpieces. Friday
at 4pm, invite your family and friends to come to your
very own “Art Exhibit!”
July 14 - 18, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Movie
Making
Class ID #1497
Ages 6-12
From drawing to storyboarding
to filming, you will create your very own stop-motion
animation movie short! During the mornings, you will
learn drawing and painting techniques to help you create
characters, design sets, and strengthen your artistic
skills. In the afternoons, you take on the roles of
storyteller, camera person, and director to produce
your animation movie short. Family and friends are invited
for your “Movie Premiere,” Friday at 4pm.
July 21 - July 25, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Multimedia
Art Week
Class ID #1498
Ages 6-12
Discover all kinds of
art from drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed
media. Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting,
experiment with assembling artworks, and discover what
great artists before you have done. Experiment with
paint, charcoal, pencil, pastel, collage, assemblage
as you learn why color, light, texture, and composition
are important to your art. This camp is perfect for
artists wanting to try a little bit of everything. Friday
at 4pm, your artworks will be showcased for family and
friends in your “Art Exhibit.”
July 28 - August 1, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Movie
Making - Take 2!
Class ID #1499
Ages 6-12
Join us for a second
week of movies, art, and fun! Explore drawing, painting,
and movie making as you create an art portfolio and
a stop-motion animation movie short. During morning
sessions, you will learn drawing and painting techniques
to help create characters and design sets. In the afternoons,
you will work on your own and in groups as you take
on the roles of storyteller, camera person, and director
to produce your movie. Friday at 4pm, friends and family
are invited for your “Movie Premiere.”
August 4 - 8, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Olympics
Art Week
Class ID #1500
Ages 6-12
Create a world of art!
At the same time that athletes from all over the world
are competing in the Olympics, you will be learning
all about art from around the world. From China to Australia
to Brazil, explore the art of different countries as
you create your own portfolio. Learn about drawing,
painting, collage and more. Pack up your paintbrushes
and get ready to go global as you discover a world of
art! Friends and family are invited to your “Art Exhibit”
Friday at 4pm.
August 11 - 15, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Creature Features &
Animal Art
Class ID #1501
Ages 6-12
Lions, Tigers, Bears
and more! Dragons, Unicorns, Sea Monsters Galore! Draw,
paint, and sculpt not only the animal kingdom, but also
the creatures in your imagination. Each day, you will
have a very special guest model who will pose for you
so that you can create an animal masterpiece. Working
with pencils, paints, pastels, and mixed media learn
to capture animals and creatures in your artworks. Friday
at 4pm, share creations with family and friends at your
“Art Exhibit.”
August 18 - 22, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Young Adult Summer Workshops
Drawing:
Perspective & Composition
Class ID #1503
Ages 10-16
Expand your basic drawing
skills and strengthen your techniques in this drawing
workshop. Designed for all skill levels, you will learn
how to take your drawings to the next step. Benefit
from instructor demonstrations and complete drawing
exercises to help you gain a better understanding of
capturing motion, effectively using perspective, and
creating a successful composition.
July 14 - 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Painting:
Composition & Color Theory
Class ID #1504
Ages 10 - 16
Learn the fundamentals of working with
paint. Explore the concepts of color theory, composition,
and light as you experiment with watercolor and acrylic
paints. With the help of your instructor, you will review
basic drawing skills and practice painting techniques.
You will also learn about and participate in painting
critiques to help advance your painting skills and build
your painting portfolio.
July 21 - 25, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Movie Making
Class ID #1505
Ages 10-16
This week-long
workshop introduces you to the art of stop-motion animation.
Write, direct, edit and produce animated shorts that
you create on your own and in groups. You will learn
the fundamentals of animation, character development,
storyboarding, and film editing. You will also showcase
your movie shorts at your “Movie Premiere” on Friday
at 2:30pm for family and friends.
July 28 - August 1, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Drawing:
Color Theory and Texture
Class ID #1506
Ages 10-16
Whether new to drawing or a returning student, you will
learn and review techniques that you will help you further
your understanding of shading, perspective, and line.
Experiment with a variety of drawing media including
pencil, pen, charcoal, and pastels as you explore color
theory, composition, and texture. A great workshop to
improve the skills you have and experiment with new
ideas and techniques.
August 4 - 8, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Painting:
Perspective and Color Mixing
Class ID #1507
Ages 10-16
Join us for our second Painting Workshop of the summer!
There are always new skills and ideas to learn. Working
with watercolor and acrylic paints, you will improve
your approach to painting. Learn to create a finished
painting and review concepts of color, light, and composition.
A perfect way to polish your painting portfolio and
develop your creative talents.
August 11 - 15, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
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2008
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2008
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2004
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2004
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