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2009
Summer Classes & Camps
2009
Summer Classes are here and registration
has been begun! See below for new class dates.
For information about
Summer Camps
click here.
To Register call the Art Center at
345-1571 or e-mail sabrina@mkartcenter.org.
Adult classes include Painting
& Drawing classes,
Ceramic classes,
Plein
Air Painting Workshops and Open
Studios.
Summer
Art Camps for Youth and Young
Adult Summer Workshops
begin the week of July 13th. And, the Art Center is
pleased to announce it's new Private
Lesson Program.
Click
Here to see our
Movie Making Camps & Workshops featured on KVAL!
Personalized Gift Certificates
are available and are a perfect gifts for Mother's
Day, Father's Day, birthdays, and special occassions.
Call the Art Center to order your personalized Gift
Certificate.
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.
For
PDF format of our Spring '09 Class
Schedule, Click
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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Drawing
& Painting Classes
Basic Drawing
John
Holdway
Class ID #1606
SPACE AVAILABLE
Embark on a journey of drawing discovery! In this Basic Drawing class,
you will learn drawing skills and techniques designed to introduce you
to the concepts of line, shading, perspective, and composition. Each
week, you will build on what you’ve learned to complete exercises,
sketches, and projects to help strengthen your skills and work towards
creating finished drawings. With practice, patience, and a positive
attitude, your efforts will be rewarded as you watch your drawings
improve from week to week!
8 Sessions.
Tuesdays, July 14-September 1, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Members $80 - Non-Members $95
Oil Painting: Still Lifes & Figures
Steve Cooley
Class ID #1607
SPACE AVAILABLE
Working from still lifes and live models, you will benefit
from step-by-step demonstrations and individual instruction.
The Art Center is pleased to present this special summer
painting class with accomplished artist, longtime Art Center
supporter, and Open Studio participant, Steve Cooley.
During this four-week class, you will explore the creative
process and observe how Steve approaches his own paintings.
You will learn techniques to begin a painting and review
concepts of composition, line, value, and the relationships
between color and shape.
4 Sessions.
Thursdays, August 6-27, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $50 - Non-Members $75 - Model fee $12
Encaustic & Found Objects
Sarah Grew
Class ID #1608
SPACE AVAILABLE
Using the ancient technique of encaustic painting, create modern artwork.
Dating back to 100-300 A.D., encaustic painting was used by the Egyptians
to create portraits. The process of encaustic painting uses heated beeswax
to apply to a prepared surface. In her own work, Sarah Grew states that her
artistic process is “layered.” She creates layers of found objects, layers
of color, and layers of wax. In this three-week class, you will have the
opportunity to learn the history of this ancient method and explore the
technique for yourself. 3 Sessions
Thursdays, July 16-30, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $50 - Non-Members $75 - Materials Fee $20
"American Verismo"
Plein Air Painting with Jerry Ross
Jerry Ross
Class ID #1612
SPACE AVAILABLE
Join Art Center instructor Jerry Ross as he leads this new,
plein air painting workshop at the “Angel Flight Artists’
Retreat” along the McKenzie River in picturesque Leaburg,
Oregon. Designed for students of all skill levels, this
class covers plein air painting principles, including how
to paint from nature with minimal drawing and how to use
a simplified palette. Focusing on “color pool” mixing
and choosing a composition, you will also learn to create
a “representational” painting that reflects your creative
style. Instruction will be in oils, but students are invited
to use the medium of their choice. Students will need to
bring their own plein air easels and painting kits.
(Materials list available from the Art Center.)
Saturdays, August 15-29, 9:00am-3:00pm
Members $80 - Non-Members $95
Plein Air
Painting Workshops
Painting Outdoors with Ellen Gabehart
Ellen Gabehart
Class ID #1611
SPACE AVAILABLE
In this four-day workshop, you will learn the fundamentals
of plein air painting and explore how to choose a composition,
control values in your painting, and capture the texture of
the outdoors in your art. Each day, you will meet at a new
location and paint on-site at Island Park, the Eugene Rose
Garden, Alton Baker Park, and at the 5th Street Public Market.
Working in the painting medium of your choice, you will receive
one-on-one instruction and benefit from instructor demonstrations.
A great way to improve your paintings and enjoy the summer!
Tuesdays, July 7-Friday, July 10, 9:30am-3:30pm
Members & Non-members $60 - Special Summer Rate!
"American Verismo"
Plein Air Painting with Jerry Ross
Jerry Ross
Class ID #1612
SPACE AVAILABLE
Join Art Center instructor Jerry Ross as he leads this new,
plein air painting workshop at the “Angel Flight Artists’
Retreat” along the McKenzie River in picturesque Leaburg,
Oregon. Designed for students of all skill levels, this
class covers plein air painting principles, including how
to paint from nature with minimal drawing and how to use
a simplified palette. Focusing on “color pool” mixing
and choosing a composition, you will also learn to create
a “representational” painting that reflects your creative
style. Instruction will be in oils, but students are invited
to use the medium of their choice. Students will need to
bring their own plein air easels and painting kits.
(Materials list available from the Art Center.)
Saturdays, August 15-29, 9:00am-3:00pm
Members $80 - Non-Members $95
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Sculpture & Ceramics Classes
Wheel
Throwing
Laura Jackson
Class ID #1609
SPACE AVAILABLE
Learn wheel throwing in the Art Center’s professional ceramics studio!
Perfect for beginning or intermediate potters, this class covers the
basics of wheel throwing from forming cylinders to decorating finished
pieces. Benefit from individual instruction and instructor demonstrations
s you learn to create mugs, vases, and begin to form bowls. You will also
use glazes and stains to finish your wheel-thrown works. Adults and Young
Adults (13 and over) welcome.
8 Sessions.
Tuesdays, July 7-September 1, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Tuesday, July 28th.
Members $80 - Non-Members $95 - $30 Materials fee
Handbuilding with Clay:
Sushi Sets, Lidded Boxes, Wall
Sconces & More!
Laura Jackson
Class ID #1610
SPACE AVAILABLE
Join us for the Art Center’s
new ceramics class! Designed for all skill levels, this
class teaches the fundamentals of handbuilding with clay.
With the help of instructor Laura Jackson, you will create
a variety of beautiful objects, including lidded boxes, a
sushi set, tea cups, and wall sconces (for floral arrangements).
Experiment with decorating the surface of your pieces and glazing
your finished artworks. Adults &Young Adults (13 and over) welcome.
8 Sessions.
Thursdays, August 6-September 17, 6:30pm-9:00pm*
*There will be no class Thursday, September 3rd.
Members $65 - Non-Members $80 - $30 Materials fee
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Open
Studio Sessions
Register or Drop-in this Spring and Summer!
The
Art Center invites artists to become a part of our Open
Studio Sessions. A live model is provided for each session,
and model poses vary to accomodate artists' needs. Drop-ins
are welcome. $10 Drop-In Fee.
Figure
Painting (Spring '09)
Class ID #1565
12 Sessions
One
long pose with a clothed model. Model changes weekly.
Thursdays, April 9-June 25, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Open
Studio: Draw, Paint, Sculpt (Spring
'09)
Class ID #1566
12 Sessions
One
long pose with a nude model. Model changes weekly.
Tuesdays, April 7-June 23, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Figure
Drawing AM (Spring '09)
Class ID #1567
12 Sessions
Length
of pose varies. Model is nude. Model changes weekly.
Fridays, April 3-June 26, 9:00am-12:00pm*
There will be no class Friday, April 24th.
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Figure
Drawing PM (Spring '09)
Class ID #1568
12 Sessions
Length
of pose varies. Model is nude. Model changes weekly.
Fridays, April 3-June 26, 2:00pm-5:00pm*
There will be class Friday, April 24th.
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Figure
Sculpture II
(Spring '09)
Class ID #1587
6 Sessions
One
long pose held over 6 weeks. Model is nude.
Mondays, April 20-June 15, 6:00pm-9:00pm*
There will be no class Monday, May 25th.
Members $47.50 - Non-Members $62.50
Open
Studio: Draw, Paint & Sculpt
(Summer '09)
Class ID #1613
8 Sessions
One long pose with a model. Models change weekly.
Tuesdays, July 14-September 1, 6:00pm-9:00pm*
Members $65 - Non-Members $80
Figure
Drawing Session I (Summer '09)
Class ID #1614
4 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Wednesdays, July 15-August 5, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $35 - Non-Members $40
Figure
Drawing Session II (Summer '09)
Class ID #1615
4 Sessions
Length of pose varies. Model is nude. Models change weekly.
Wednesdays, August 12-September 2, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $35 - Non-Members $40
Figure Sculpture (Summer '09)
Class ID #1616
6 Sessions
One long pose held over 6 weeks. Model is nude.
Mondays, July 13-August 17, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members $47.50 - Non-Members $62.50
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Summer Programs
for Youth and Young Adults
The Art Center will be offering week-long, full-day
Summer Camps for Youth (ages 6-12)
and week-long, half-day Summer Workshops for
Young Adults (ages 10-16). Please call Sabrina
at 345-1571 or e-mail
sabrina@mkartcenter.org
for more information.
Summer Art Camps for Youth
(Ages 6-12)
Drawing & Painting Like a Pro
Class ID #1595
Back by popular demand, our drawing and painting camp
is loaded with new art projects and fun activities to bring out
your inner artist! Get moving with marble painting and impress
with your pointillism as you learn all about drawing and painting.
On Friday at 4pm, invite your family and friends to view your masterpieces
in your very own “Art Exhibit!”
July 13-July 17, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Discover Your Art
Class ID #1596
It’s all about discovering your art in this multimedia
art camp! From drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media,
this camp has it all. Discover what famous artists have created as
you experiment with collage, painting, drawing and more to find your
favorite art form! Friday at 4pm your artworks will be showcased
for family and friends in your “Art Exhibit.” This is a perfect camp
for artists wanting to try a bit of everything.
July 20-July 24, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Movie Making
Class ID #1597
It’s the only place in town for a week of movie-making,
art-creating fun! Spend your mornings drawing and painting.
Learn techniques to create characters and design sets. In the
afternoon, take on roles of set designer, camera person, and
director as you work with your “movie crew” to create a stop-motion
animation movie. Friday at 4pm preview your movie at the “Movie
Premiere” for family and friends.
July 27-July 31, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Drawing & Painting Like the Pros
Class ID #1598
If you haven’t gotten enough drawing and painting
this summer, then this is the camp for you! New and continuing
campers will create a portfolio of exciting drawing and painting
projects. Explore different styles of art as you learn all about
artists past and present. From Van Gogh to Monet, this is your
week to become an “Art Pro!” Family and friends are invited to
your “Art Exhibit” Friday at 4pm to view your finished artworks.
(Drawing & Painting Week 1 not required.)
August 3-August 7, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Movie Making - Again!
Class ID #1599
Offered only at MKAC - it’s lights, camera, action
in our second week of movie-making! During morning sessions,
you will learn drawing and painting techniques to help you
create characters and design sets. In the afternoons, you
will work with your “movie crew” to produce your stop-motion
animation short. Friday at 4pm showcase your movie to friends
and family in your “Movie Premiere.” (Movie Making Week 1
not required.)
August 10-August 14, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Creature Features & Animal Art
Class ID #1600
The animals are taking over the Art Center
in our week-long “Creature Features & Animal Art” camp!
Learn to draw, paint, and sculpt fantastical creatures
and members of the animal kingdom. A special guest
“model” will pose each day so that you can create an
animal artwork. On Friday at 4pm, share your creations
with family and friends at your “Animal Art Exhibit.”
Sign up now for this popular summer art camp!
August 17-August 21, 8:30am-5:00pm
Members $150 - Non-Members $165
Summer Art Workshops for Young Adults
(Ages 10-16)
Drawing: Creating Composition
Class ID #1601
Designed for all levels, this workshop
will strengthen your drawing skills. Learn the importance
of choosing a composition and how to create visual interest
in your drawings. Experimenting with a variety of materials
including graphite, ink, and charcoal you will review concepts
of line, shading, and perspective as you build your portfolio.
You will also showcase your work to family and friends on Friday
in your own “Art Exhibit.”
July 20 - 24, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Painting: Building Color & Depth
Class ID #1602
Focus on color and perspective in your paintings!
Working with acrylic paints and watercolors, you will learn
how to mix colors and use light and dark tones to create
depth in your paintings. Benefit from one-on-one instruction
and instructor demonstrations as you complete projects to improve
all of your painting skills. On Friday, exhibit your artwork for
family and friends.
July 27 - 31, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Movie Making
Class ID #1603
Offered exclusively at the Art Center, this
workshop lets you create a short movie in just one week.
Working on your own and in groups, you will write, direct,
and produce a stop-motion animation movie short. During
the week, you will learn to create characters, develop a
story line, and add sound to your film. Friday at 1:30pm
you will showcase your movie for family and friends at your
“Movie Premiere.”
August 3 - 7, 9:00am-2:00pm
Members $95 - Non-Members $110
Drawing + Color & Texture
Class ID #1604
Learn to incorporate color and texture into your
drawings with colored pencils, pastels, and conte crayons.
You will complete a variety of projects to teach you about
shape, form, and perspective. A great workshop to improve
your skills and try new ideas. On Friday your work will be
displayed for family and friends.
August 10 - 14, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Painting: Discover Your Style
Class ID #1605
Discover your painting style in this painting workshop!
Looking at the work of well-known artists, you will create projects
that highlight different painting styles and learn to bring your
creative ideas to your paintings. You will also learn to create a
finished painting and review concepts of light, color, and composition.
On Friday showcase your painting portfolio for family and friends.
August 17 - 21, 9:00am-12:00pm
Members $85 - Non-Members $100
Private
Art Lessons Now Available!
The Art Center is pleased to announce its Private Lesson
Program for Youth and Young Adults!
Private Lessons are now available for Youth (ages 6-12)
and Young Adults (ages 10-16). Lessons will include
(4) one-hour sessions with an Art Center Instructor.
Once a week meetings. Lessons will be available in a
variety of drawing and painting mediums. To arrange
private lessons for your young artist, please contact
Sabrina at 345-1571 or
sabrina@mkartcenter.org
(4) Private Art Lessons: $150 -
(Cost of materials not included.)
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Previous
Class Schedules
Winter 2008
Summer
2008
Spring
2008
Winter
2008
Fall
2007
Summer
2007
Spring
2007
Winter
2007
Fall 2006
Summer
2006
Spring
2006
Winter
2006
Fall
2005
Summer
2005
Spring
2005
Winter
2005
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