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Creative Parties, fiestas, celebrations, fetes, bashes or shindigs - whatever you call it let the good times roll and create a positively unique party at Water Street Studios.

Parties offered:Children’s themed parties such as Harry Potter or Star Wars. Artistic experiences for all ages and curiosities...welding, creative ladies night out, jewelry, and more.

Inspire guests and create memories by having your next party at the most creative place in your community.

For more information or to schedule a party, please visit waterstreetstudios.com, call 630.761.9977 or email SoA@waterstreetstudios.com. You may also complete a party booking form online and mail or deliver it with your deposit during regular gallery hours.

Water Street StudiosSchool of Art

160 S. Water St.Batavia, IL 60510630.761.9977 waterstreetstudios.com

has fully funded scholarships for more than 75 children to attend art classes since the fall of 2010. Through these scholarships, students without financial means to pay have explored drawing, ceramics, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking and welding. In addition to these funded classes, Water Street also offers Art Flow, our community outreach arts education program that brings high quality art classes taught by professional artists to students and women at local shelters, low-income housing, and community organizations. These programs exemplify our mission to bring art education and appreciation to all residents of the Fox Valley area. For more information about Community Outreach or if you are interested in helping to support the program, contact Jim Kirkhoff, Director of Development, development@waterstreetstudios.com or call 630.761.9977.

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Water Street Studios is an all volunteer 501(c)3 organization. As such, the organization depends on support from individuals, corporations, state and local government and grant foundations.

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This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

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Please make checks payable to Water Street Studios

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Interested in teaching? Artists/teachers please visitthe School of Art tab at www.waterstreetstudios.com for a teacher application and a class proposal form. Questions? Email SoA@waterstreetstudios.com.

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School of Art Table of Contents

Children’s Classes Ages 3+ ............................................................................................2 Ages 6+ ............................................................................................3 Youth & Adult Classes Variety ...............................................................................................6 Clay ..................................................................................................9 Drawing .............................................................................................9 Jewelry ............................................................................................11 Painting ...........................................................................................14 Printmaking .....................................................................................15 Photography ....................................................................................17

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Admire Amazing Art in the gallery. Be creative and spend quality time with the ones you love.

□ Agenda: All about Art. Activities include: drawing, coloring & painting. □ Assorted art supplies available at no charge. □ Atmosphere: Aspiring Artists Family program. □ All Ages: Best for ages 3 and up accompanied by an adult at all times. Teens welcome with parent permission. □ Admission: FREE

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Children’s Classes Ages 3+■ Mini Matisse (4-6) In this class, students will explore a variety of materials from watercolors to clay, wire to colored pencil and more. Possible projects include masks, puppets, portraiture and more. Each session offers different projects so this class can be taken again and again with no repeat masterpieces. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ M $55/NonMembers $65□ Su May 19, Jun 2, 9, 16 (No class May 26) ► 2:00-3:00p KID3203-A□ Sa Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 ► 11:30a-12:30p KID3203-B

■ Collage (5-7)Students will use many different materials coupled with three-dimensional elements to create unique works of art. Students may be asked to bring in still life. A cover-up smock is advised. Projects will not be duplicated across sessions so the class can be repeated. □ Instructor Barbara Stark□ M $60/NonMembers $70□ W Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 ►12-12:45a KID3226-A□ W July 10, 17, 24, 31 ►12-12:45a KID3226-B

■ Beginning Printmaking (5-8)This class is an introduction to the world of printmaking. Students will explore stamping and printing with items such as leaves, fruit, vegetables, string, and fi ngers! Everyday objects with unexpected results! □ Instructor Allison Cannon□ M $40/NonMembers $50□ Tu, Th Jun 11, 13, 18, 20 ►10-11a KID3227-A

“ E v e r y is an artist.

The problem is how to remain an

once s/he grows up.” – Pablo Picasso

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Ages 6+ ■ Star Wars: An Art Experience Camp (6-11) A long time ago in a galaxy not that far away, Star Wars came to Water Street Studios and is back by popular demand! This camp combines art projects with games, as well as Star Warsthemed snacks. We will drink Sith soda and eat clone trooper cupcakes as well as create portraits of our favorite characters and Tatooine torn paper collages. Students will also design and build their own droids and to top it all off, participate in a Jedi training session with their own custom made light sabers. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ M $75/NonMembers $85

□ Sa May 4, 11, 18, Jun 1 (No class May 25) ► 10-11:30a KID3204-A□ M, Tu, W, Th July 8, 9, 10, 11 ► 9:30-11:00a KID3204-B

■ Photo Fun (9-12)This class is designed to help children develop an eye for composing more interesting digi-tal photographs. Students will obtain basic technical and compositional skills to help them tell a visual story. Weather permitting, class sessions will include photographing subjects of interest in and around downtown Batavia and the Riverwalk. Each day we will explore a dif-ferent location and return to the classroom to look at some of the photos we have taken and discuss what we have learned. Parents are welcome to join. Requirement: digital camera or phone with camera and a willingness to appreciate the world around you. Minimum 2. □ Instructor Charles Peterson□ M $200/NonMembers $230□ Sa May 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 10a-12p KID3228-A□ Sa July 6, 13, 20, 27 ► 10a-12p KID3228-B

■ Kandinsky Kids (7-11)In this ever-popular class, students will explore a wide variety of media, from various papers and paint, to fabric and wire. These investigations will lead us to sculpt, expe-rience printmaking and more. Similar to the Mini Matisse class, projects are not repeated so this class can be taken again and again. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ M $55/NonMembers $65□ Su May 19, Jun 2, 9, 16 (No class May 26) ► 12:30-1:30p KID3207-A□ Sa Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 ► 2-3p KID3207-B

■ Drawing Foundations (7-11)Drawing is the fi rst art we all produce as children *, it is the most fundamental form of art as well as the foundation to all other artistic disciplines. It’s also just fun! Students will explore a variety of drawing materials from charcoal to pencils and pens. Drawing exercises may include but are not limited to drawing from observation to learn perspective, contour line, shading and more. □ Instructors WSS Staff□ M $60/NonMembers $70□ Instructor Kari Kraus□ M May 6, 13, 20, Jun 3 ► 6:30-7:30p KID3205-A□ Instructor Allison Cannon □ M, Tu, W, Th July 15, 16, 17, 18 ► 9-10a KID3205-B□ T, Th Aug 6, 8, 13, 15 ► 10-11a KID3205-C

■ Art and Grand Adventures (10-14)Come along on an exciting adventure and see what tales your artwork will tell. We will explore the creative connection between stories and art through the making of maps, mar-rionettes, and more! Bring a snack and a drink each day. □ Instructor Allison Cannon □ M $50/NonMembers $60□ T, Th Jun 11, 13, 18, 20 ► 12-2p KID3229-A

■ May the Force be with you (6-10)All that is loved about “Star Wars: An Art Experience” condensed into one day! We will make lightsabers, design our own droids and paint our own ship creations. We’ll snack on Wookie Cookies and Yoda Soda. Bring a dark colored t-shirt as we will use “the force” to decorate it and don’t forget a sack lunch. □ Instructor Kari Kraus□ M $40/NonMembers $50□ Sa July 20 ► 10a-2p KID3216-A

■ Art-ound the world in 5 days Camp (7-12)Did you ever think you could travel the world in just fi ve days? In this week long summer camp, you will! Students will study works from Asia, Australia, North and South America, Europe, and Africa. Each day we will explore a different continent as well as a variety of materials which will allow us to create our own version of a Chinese Tang Dynasty clay horse, and Australian Aboriginal fi ber sculptures, and that’s just the beginning. Please bring a sack lunch each day. □ Instructor Kari Kraus□ M $185/NonMembers $200 □ M, Tu, W, Th, F July 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 ► 10a-3p KID3230-A

4*Excerpt from Drawing is the New Painting by Karen KurczynskiArt Journal, Vol. 70, No. 1, Spring 2011, College Art Association, NY.

■ All About Art Camp (7-12)Want to explore the world of art during your summervacation? Swing by WSS for an all-out art attack! We will create a variety of projects each day ranging from painting, drawing, printmaking, clay, to mixed media. We will take a tour of the facility and gallery as well as learn the history of WSS. Projects will be drawn from the current gallery show and students will develop art appreciation skills. Visiting artists will enhance the understating of materials that students use to create new projects. Please bring a sack lunch each day. □ Instructor Kari Kraus□ M $175/NonMembers $190□ M, Tu, W, Th July 29, 30, 31 Aug 1 ► 9a-3p KID3231-A

■ Kaleidoscope Discovery (9+)Would you like to make your own kaleidoscope? In this workshop we will explore optics with arrangements of mirrors, use of materials, and process to fabricate and decorate your own fantastic kaleidoscope. This workshop will also include a site visit to the City Hall to see Kai Schulte’s fabulous permanent kaleidoscope. □ Instructor Álvaro Almat□ M $100/NonMembers $115□ Sa Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 ►10a-noon KID3232-A

■ ‘Indulge’ Art Camp (7-12)Imagine hot dogs, funnel cakes, gummy bears, cupcakes, and pizza - are you hungry now? This camp returns to Water Street School of Art and will explore the theme of ‘Indulgence’. Join in as we take a closer look at one of our basic needs through the eyes of contemporary (perhaps starving) artists. We will create a portfolio of varied art mediums all about food. We will also work with food as an art medium, including creating a still life with fresh, exotic fruits that we will taste test after our photo shoot. This camp will be tasty and fun! Please bring a sack lunch each day. □ Instructor Kari Kraus□ M $155/NonMembers $175□ M, Tu, W, Th Aug 12, 13, 14, 15 ► 10a-3p KID3213-A

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Youth & Adult Variety■ Fiction Writing: The White Page (18+)If the sight of an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of lined, white paper with three little holes along the left-hand side has always thrilled you, come experience new ways to enter this place of unknowns, this opening to other worlds. In these four 90-minute sessions, you will write many short pieces in class, and get to know yourself better as a writer. You may share with the class or just the instructor, but all feedback will be non-destructive! On the third Sunday of the month, please attend Waterline Writers readings to hear live poetry, stories, plays and more. Visit www.waterlinewriters.org for info on readings. □ Instructor Anne Veague□ M $60/NonMembers $70□ W May 1, 8, 15, 22 ► 7-8:30p VRY3201-A

■ Tie-Dye Workshop (10+) Create your very own tie dyed tee-shirt! Learn to fold fabric to create different patterns - swirl, stripes, bull’s eye, crinkle, and even a heart, then use bold, professional-quality dyes to color your shirt and make it uniquely your own. Fun to make and wear! Supplies: bring a white, 100% cotton, prewashed (without fabric softener) t-shirt. □ Instructor Allison Cannon□ M $20/NonMembers $30□ Sa Jun 8 ►1-2:30p VRY3209-A□ F July 19 ►10-11:30a VRY3209-B□ F Aug 9 ►3-4:30p VRY3209-C

■ Mixed Media (12-15)Students will learn to SEE, draw and think like artists. Black, white and color will be explored.Examples will be presented at the onset of each class to further expand the student’sexposure to visual ideas, materials and methods. Art history and artists will be dis-cussed in conjunction with assignments. Students may be asked to bring in still life. A cover-up smock is advised. Projects will not be duplicated across sessions so the class can be repeated. □ Instructor Barbara Stark□ M $90/NonMembers $100 + supplies (list available online)□ T Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 4:45-6:15p VRY3210-A□ W Jun 5, 12, 19, 26 ► 1-2:30p VRY3210-B□ W July 10, 17, 24, 31 ► 1-2:30p VRY3210-C□ T July 16, 23, 30, Aug 6 ► 4:45-6:15p VRY3210-D

■ Ideas Lab 1 (12+) Hanging out, messing around with art, design and new media. Art, design and digital tech-nologies give us opportunities to create and express ourselves, explore our real interests and have a place in the world. In this workshop we will explore innovative uses of tech-nology and come up with our own ideas for our designs. Then we will explore how can our projects come to life with the help of a network of very clever artists, designers and engineers. If there’s enough interest, Labs 2 and 3 would focus on making prototypes and fabricating our designs. □ Instructor Álvaro Almat□ M $120/NonMembers $135□ Sa Jun 8, 15, 22, 29 ► 10a-noon VRY3211-A

■ Design in Your ArtThis class is for artists who want to take their understanding and creation of art to another level. Identifying elements of good design in everyday objects will allow students to recog-nize the qualities that make for purposeful design solutions. Artists will examine potential improvements to their work through discussion and application of design concepts. This will include but is not limited to reinforced and more controlled technical skills. Focusing on conceptual and functional issues will enable students to tailor their solutions to the creation of work in their medium of choice. □ Instructor CJ Hungerman□ M $250/NonMembers $275□ Su, Tu Jun 23, 25, 30, Jul 2, 7, 9, 14, 16 ► 6-8p VRY3208-A

■ Design Theory & Application (16+)Gain an understanding of 2-D design fundamentals and how they drive successful graphic design. Learn the purpose of the leading graphic design software and how to determine which program best suited is for what project. Workshop/lecture based class (computer with relevant software encouraged but not required). Register early, class size limited. □ Instructor Clarke Hosp□ M $350/NonMembers $380□ M Jun 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26 ►5-7p VRY3207-A

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■ The Art of Innovation (Professional Development) (17+) Are you interested in taking your creative career in a new direction? Do you feel blocked, confused, stalled or at a crossroads? Re-imagine your practice by considering new and unexpected materials and techniques. Collaborate with other artists and designers while looking for opportunities to establish a sustainable practice. This class explores tools of self-improvement, creativity and innovation, integrated with contemporary trends in tech-nology, networking and unexplored areas of growth. We will brainstorm and use design thinking and innovative techniques to fi nd new ways to defi ne what is meaningful and rewarding in our work. □ Instructor Álvaro Almat□ M $140/NonMembers $155□ W July 31, Aug 7, 14, 21 ► 7-9p VRY3212-A

■ Controlling the Spark (18+) Equipment for this class was made possible through a grant from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. Learn the fundamental skills of sculptural metal fabrication. This class is suited for beginners who have never worked with metal, or experienced artists who want to brush up on their skills. Students will learn to use the tools associatedwith metal working such as a Mig welder, angle grinder,cut off chop saw, and jig saw to develop their artisticdesign. Students will learn how to weld in one hour. Studentsinterested in creating a sculpture can prepare presenttheir ideas, learn how to advance their concept into a 3D form and complete a finishedproduct with ongoing one-on-one instruction. stevenlockwood.com □ Instructor Steven Lockwood□ $55 per hr PVT3203-A□ Contact SoA@waterstreetstudios.com or 630.761.9977 to schedule date(s) and time.

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Clay Equipment for these classes was made possible through a grant from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley.

■ Basic Ceramics on the Wheel (16+)Have you always been curious about working on the wheel, or are you ready to “get back into it”? Whatever the reason, this class is for you! During this six-week session students will explore and practice basic wheel

throwing techniques to create a collection of functional pottery. Dress to get messy and bring an apron or an old towel. Feel free to repeat this class to build skill level. Max 5. □ Instructor Eddie Johnson□ M $245/NonMembers $275 (includes 12.5# of clay, use of tools, firing and some glazes. Additional clay available for purchase.) □ Th Jun 6,13, 20,27, July 11,18 (No class July 4) ► 6:30-9p CLY3202-A

■ Private Instruction on the Wheel One-on-one instruction based on instructor avail-ability. □ $35/hr PVT3201-A (includes firing fee, some glazes, does not include clay cost.) □ Contact SoA@waterstreetstudios.com or 630.761.9977 to schedule date(s) and time.

Drawing■ Open Studio Life Drawing (18+)Working from live models, artists will experience one of the oldest and most valued forms of study and discovery. During these 3 hour open studio drop-in sessions artists can take advantage of exposure to a preliminary 15 minute session of gesture warm-ups followed by a 2 hour and 45 minute pose that will allow time to complete and perfect a work in the medium of your choice. These loosely structured sessions are designed to allow indi-vidual interpretation and practice. A facilitator will be present to provide feedback and critique, as well as discussion of basic principles of gesture, proportion, line quality, contour, light and shadow, and positive and negative space. Please note that space is limited, so if you choose paint as your medium, keep your set-up as compact as possible! You will need to provide your own fold-away tray table to hold paints and palettes. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop and nurture your drawing skills! Max 8.□ Instructor/Facilitator WSS Staff□ M $20/NonMembers $35 + suggested supplies (list available online). Payment is due before session begins. Please arrive early enough to complete your transaction with the facilitator before 6:15.□ Second Tu of each month May 14 DRW3210-A ► 6:30-9:30p Jun 11 DRW3210-B ► 6:30-9:30p Jul 9 DRW3210-C ► 6:30-9:30p□ For more information please email SoA@waterstreetstudios.com or call 630.761.9977 and leave contact information for Caroline or Deb.

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■ Comics WorkshopA fun and entertaining workshop for the curious to the experienced. We will explore all approaches...comic books (cover art & inside story), storyboards (geared towards anima-tion) caricatures (funny family or celebrity pix), greeting cards (set-up/punch line) comic strips (3 panels) gag cartoons (1 panel) anime, graphic novel...or anything that students would like to try. Students are encouraged to incorporate their creative ideas into their work and then watch how their own characters and stories come to life! Please bring paper, pens, sharpies, and a snack or sack lunch. □ Instructor Michael Glascott□ M $35/Nonmember $45□ Sa May 18 ►12-3p DRW3206-A□ Sa Aug 10 ►10-1p DRW3206-B

■ Life DrawingWorking from live models, students will experience one of the oldest and most valued forms of study and discovery. Using traditional drawing mediums such as pencil, char-coal, conte or pastel, students will translate the understanding of the human form into a work that communicates life. Basic principles of proportion and gesture as well as detailsof line quality, light and shadow, positive and negative space and contour will be explored.Classes will include discussions on anatomy and how to utilize reference to enable accurate representation of the live model. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop and nurture your drawing skills! Some basic drawing skills are helpful, though not necessary. □ Instructor Deb DiVita Glascott□ M $100/NonMembers $115 + supplies (list available online)□ Th May 23, 30 & Jun 6, 13 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3205-A□ Th Jul 11, 18, 25, Aug 1 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3205-B

■ Drawing and Composition (16+)This black and white drawing and design class will cover line, composition, value and shape as well as volume. Materials will primarily be graphite, charcoal, black and white acrylic paint and ink. Examples will be presented at the onset of each class to further expand the student’s exposure to visual ideas, materials and methods. Students may be asked to bring in still life. A cover-up smock is advised. Different drawing assignments will be given out over the sessions so the class can be repeated. □ Instructor Barbara J. Stark□ M $125/NonMembers $145 + supplies (list available online)□ Tu Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3211-A□ Tu July 16, 23, 30 Aug 6 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3211-B

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■ Drawing and Color Theory (16+)This class will cover drawing principles along with color theory and application. Materials will be color chalk, oil pastels and color pencils. Examples will be presented at the onset of each class to further expand the student’s exposure to visual ideas, material and methods. Students may be asked to bring in still life. A cover-up smock is advised. Different drawing assignments will be given out over the sessions so the class can be repeated. □ Instructor Barbara J. Stark□ M $125/NonMembers $145 + supplies (list available online)□ Th Jun 6, 13, 20, 27 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3212-A□ Th July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1 ► 6:30-8:30p DRW3212-B

Jewelry■ Metalsmithing for Jewelry Fabrication (16+)Explore jewelry fabrication using basic metalsmithing techniques to design and create one-of-a-kind personalized jewelry. This course will cover sawing, piercing, sanding, hand stamping, texturing, forming, and fi nishing. Each week students can create at least one unique piece of copper or sterling silver jewelry. Projects may include earrings, pendants, bracelets, or rings. Metal to complete at least four projects included in class fee. Students have access to studio tools and equipment. No prior experience necessary. Feel free to repeat class to master skills. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $150/NonMembers $170 (includes $25 for supplies)□ W May 1, 8, 15, 22 ► 6-9p JWL3203-A□ Sa May 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 1-4p JWL3203-B

■ Lampwork Beadmaking Workshop (16+ and teens w/parent permission)Learn how to make glass beads in this introductory “tour” of lampwork beadmaking

using the old Venetian technique of layering molten glass on a rod to form a glass bead. There will be a brief discussion on safety, tools, and technique, followed by a demonstration. Students will then have time to explore their own creativity by manipulating the glass to create one-of-a-kind handmade glass beads with in-structor guidance. Each student will be supplied with a special Nortel Minor glass working torch, safety glasses, various colors of Moretti soft Italian glass and all the tools needed. Max 7. Please

bring note-taking supplies and wear close fitting cotton clothing and closed toe shoes. Long hair should be tied back. □ Instructor Victoria Belz□ M $65/NonMembers $75□ Su May 26 ► 1-4p JWL3202-A□ M July 29 ► 6-9p JWL3202-Bd□ Sa Aug 24 ► 1-4p JWL3202-C

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■ Beyond Beginner Metalsmithing (16+)This four-week course will build upon the metalsmithing techniques learned in the fi rst metalsmithing class. Students will learn proper soldering techniques and much more! Refi ning techniques will be encouraged. Prerequisite: Metalsmithing for Jewelry Fabrica-tion. Feel free to repeat class to master skills. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $150/NonMembers $170 (includes $25 for supplies)□ W May 29, Jun 5, 12, 19 ► 6-9p JWL3209-A

■ Beginning Lampwork Glass Beadmaking (16+ and teens w/parent permission)In six-sessions, learn how to make beautiful lampworked glass beads using the old Venetian technique of layering molten glass on a rod to make a bead. Learn the basicskills used to manipulate glass and concentrate on cultivating a mastery of those skills. We will cover basic bead shapes, layering of glass, dots, basic flower designs, frit (the use and making of), stringer pulling and how to make and pull twisty canes. It is recommendedthat students have attended a Lampwork Beading Workshop, but not required Eachstudent will be supplied with a special Nortel Minor glass working torch, safety glasses,and all the tools needed for use in shaping glass. Various colors of Moretti, soft Italianglass will be available for purchase. Max 7. Students should bring note-taking supplies and wear close fitting cotton clothing and closed toe shoes. Long hair should be tied back. □ Instructor Victoria Belz□ M $205/NonMembers $235 (includes 12 mandrels as well as $20 worth of glass to be used in the class.)□ M Jun 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 ► 6-9p JWL3210-A□ Su Jun 23, 30, July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4 (No class July 7) ► 1-4p JWL3210-B

■ Make It, Take It Cuff Bracelet Workshop (16+)Students will make their own unique copper cuff bracelet with pre-cut shapes that they have hand stamped with a word or short message. Lots of room for individuality. No prior metalsmithing experience is necessary. All materials and tools are supplied during class time. Great for a Ladies Day Out! □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $45/NonMembers $55 (includes $10 for supplies)□ Su July 14 ► 2-4p JWL3218-A□ Th July 18 ► 6-8p JWL3218-B

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■ Introduction to Fused Glass (16+)Learn basic fused glass techniques to create two of the following: pendant, magnet or tie tack. In just two weeks students will learn the basics of glass fusing and jewelry making (no solder) during this HOT class! A basic glass assortment is included in the class fee. Specialty glass, findings and other components will be available for purchase from the instructor. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $55/NonMembers $65 (includes $10 for supplies)□ Sa Jun 15 4-6:30p & Sa Jun 22 5-6p ► JWL3217-A

■ Make It, Take It Riveted Cocktail Ring (16+)Create a unique handcrafted ring for yourself or someone special. Start with a strip of cop-per, choose a texture or pattern, fi nalize with pre-cut shapes and a rivet, end up with your own masterpiece. Great for a Ladies Day Out! □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $35/NonMembers $40 (includes $10 for supplies)□ Su July 21 ► 1-3p JWL3219-A□ Th Aug 8 ► 6-8p JWL3219-A

■ Awesome Earrings for Beginners (13+)Learn the fundamental techniques needed to create awesome earrings. Once loop forming and a little bit of wire wrapping are mastered, the sky’s the limit. Supplies for creating up to three pairs of pierced dangle earrings with sterling silver and various beads are provided. All necessary tools available to use during class time. No previous experience necessary. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $35/NonMembers $45 (includes $7 for supplies)□ Su Jun 23 ► 4-6p JWL3213-A

■ Cold Connections In Metalsmithing (16+)This four-week course will build upon the metalsmithing techniques you learned in the first metalsmithing class. Students will learn wire rivets, tube rivets, tab settings and more ways to connect without using a torch! Prerequisite Metalsmithing for Jewelry Fabrication. Feel free to repeat class to master skills. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ M $150/NonMembers $170 (includes $25 for supplies) □ W Jun 26, July 10, 17, 24 (No class Jul 3) ► 6-9p JWL3204-A □ Sa Jul 27, Aug 3, 10, 17 ► 1-4p JWL3204-B

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N0teIf you are aware of any metal allergies

or have any special needs, the instructor

must know in advance to make

accommodations. PLEASE NOTE: Neither

the instructor nor Water Street Studios

can be held responsible for any metal

allergies/allergic reactions. If a special

metal is required (sterling silver, niobium,

14k gold fi lled or 14k gold) additional

cost may occur. Instructor must be con-

tacted prior to class to discuss alterna-

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Painting■ Abstract Acrylic Painting (16+)This is a free-spirited and physical painting class that focuses on creativity. Techniques covered will include color theory, drawing, brush painting, sgraffito, scumbling, spraying, sanding, pouring, and xerox transfer. A basic supply list is available online; epoxy resin may be purchased from the instructor for optional experimentation with layering and high gloss techniques. Class may be repeated. Max 7. □ Instructor Jen Evans□ M $120/NonMembers $130 + supplies (list available online)□ W May 1, 8, 15, 22 ►6-8p PNT3206-A□ W Jun 12, 19, 26, July 3 ► 6-8p PNT3206-B□ W July 24, 31, Aug 7, 14 ► 6-8p PNT3206-C

■ Oil Painting (17+)For painters of all levels, skills and disciplines, the focus of this class is to nurture the individual creative process. Color mixing and basic oil painting techniques will be covered. Participants will explore traditional and alternative styles in oil painting while developing an understanding of basic drawing and composition skills. Emphasis is placed on dis-covering individual strengths and styles that will enable each to complete a final paint-ing reflecting those characteristics. This class is structured for enjoyment in a relaxed format to allow creativity to surface naturally. □ Instructor Deb DiVita Glascott□ M $100/NonMembers $115 + supplies (list available online)□ Sa May 18, 25, Jun 1, 8 ► 9-11:30a PNT3201-A □ Sa Jul 13, 20, 27, Aug 3 ► 9-11:30a PNT3201-B

■ Oil and Wax (18+)Encaustic painting is an ancient method that blends pigment with beeswax to create thick, luminous, and glossy surfaces that smell like honey! This medium is great for layering translucent colors and embedding objects and photo transfers. Painting in oils, beeswax, and mixing these media will be covered. Encaustic methods, tools, and materials will be explained. All supplies provided. Class may be repeated. Max 5. □ Instructor Jen Evans□ M $95/NonMembers $105□ W May 29, July 5 ► 6-9p PNT3209-A□ W July 10, 17 ► 6-9p PNT3209-B□ W Aug 21, 28 ► 6-9p PNT3209-C

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■ Oil Painting TechniquesFor anyone who wishes to brush up on basic oil painting techniques, we will focus on producing “mini-works” that demonstrate different techniques. These may include glaz-ing, impasto, dry brush, and simple blending and shading techniques. We will work from a single object or shape to easily visualize the different effects that can be achieved simply by changing the application. Color mixing and brush use will also be covered. □ Instructor Deb DiVita Glascott□ M $100/NonMembers $115 + supplies (list available online)□ Sa Jun 15, 22, 29, Jul 6 ► 9-11:30a PNT3203-A

■ Beginning Art of Watercolor (16+)In this class, we will explore watercolor technique and its stubborn, intuitive nature. Learn how to mix colors and other skills that are a prerequisite to watercolor painting. Techniques that will be explored are stretching, washes and glazes, wet on wet (backruns, paint diffu-sion, pouring and dropping in paint, salt texture), dry brush and softening edges. Integrating these techniques is the Art of Watercolor. □ Instructor Michele Norman□ M $100/NonMembers $115 + supplies (list available online)□ W July 31, Aug 7, 14, 21 ► 9-11a PNT3207-A

Printmaking Printmaking equipment for these classes was made possible through grants from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley and the Kane County Riverboat program.

■ Collagraph (12+)Collagraph is a type of printing matrix that results in an impression that is texturally and tonally rich. The word collagraph derives from the Greek kolla, meaning “glue,” and graphos, “to write”. Creating a collagraph is a constructive process: pieces of cardboard, tin foil, feathers, tape, fibers, fabrics, string and so on are glued to a base plate so that objects are in low relief on the surface. Ink is wiped into the collaged features of the plate. When printing, the paper is forced to stretch into the nooks and crannies to grab the ink. Students will create a variety of collagraph plates and learn to print them with intaglio and relief printing processes. Required materials: small bottle acrylic gloss medium, Krylon crystal clear acrylic coating #1303. Recommended materials: sketch-book, xacto knife or box cutter, flat or bastard file, 5 piece woodcarving tool set, Elmer’s glue, spackling paste, fabrics, ribbons, leaves, tin foil, feathers, sand paper, various textured tapes, or any other interesting textured items no thicker than a penny. □ Instructor Kimberly Fredricks□ M $145/NonMembers $165□ T, Th May 2, 7, 9, 16, 21, 23 (No class May 14) ► 7-8:30p PRT3203-A

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■ Drypoint Engraving (13+)Drypoint is an intaglio (in-TAL-ee-oh) printmaking technique in which a sharp point is used to scratch into a metal or plexiglass plate. Drypoint is the simplest type of engraving. It is identified by its soft, furry quality of line. Ragged burrs of metal pushed up at the edge of the incised line give the softness that is the main beauty of drypoint. The technique of using a drypoint scribe is similar to drawing with a pencil. Ink is wiped into the burrs of the plate. When printing, the paper is forced to stretch into the nooks and crannies to grab the ink. Students will create a variety of drypoint plates and learn to print them with the intaglio printing process. Students will be exposed to other engraving techniques such as mezzotint and line engraving. Required materials: double pointed steel drypoint scribe with cork handle. Recommended materials: E.C. Lyons square burin #8 engraving tool, sketchbook, tracing paper, masking tape.□ Instructor: Kimberly Fredricks□ M $175/NonMembers $195□ Su, M May 5, 6, 12, 13, 20, Jun 3 (No class May 19, 26, 27) ► 7-8:30p PRT3205-A

■ Monoprint Madness! (12+)Explore the fun, experimental printmaking process of monoprints! Painterly, graphic, ab-stract or representational, monoprints are a fun and direct way of making one-of-a-kind prints and images. Students will explore new ways of image-making using ink rollers, stencils, found objects and even their hands. Some materials provided. □ Instructor Tessa Shackelford□ M $40/NonMembers $55□ Su May 12, 19, 26, June 2 ► 3-6p PRT3207-A□ Su July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4 ► 3-6p PRT3207-B

■ Relief PrintmakingRelief printing is a form of expression in which the surface of a block yields the image and the areas that do not print are cut away. It is the oldest form of printmaking and is used to communicate ideas through symbols, imagery and printed words. Ink is rolled onto the block, paper is placed upon it and pressure is applied to transfer ink from block to paper. The class will focus on woodcut relief print techniques to create engaging imagery. Required materials: 5 piece Miki-syo Power Grip woodcarving tool set. Recommended materials: sketchbook, pencil, fi ne and extra fi ne point Sharpie marker, and soft rubber brayer. □ Instructor Kimberly Fredricks □ M $145/NonMembers $165□ M, W Jun 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, July 1, 3 ► 7-8:30p VRY3201-A

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■ Color Relief Printmaking (16+) This class will take relief printmaking to the next level with the introduction and exploration of color relief printmaking. Students will learn the reductive woodcut process and multiple block printing process to achieve a multicolored image. The reduction woodcut process al-lows the printmaker to print as many colors as s/he wishes, yet only uses one block to print all the colors from. The multiple block process uses a separate block for each color with a final key block to bring the image together. Students will also learn registration techniques to keep imagery tight throughout each stage of printing. Required materials: 5 piece Miki-syo power grip set. Recommended materials: sketchbook, pencils, fine and extra fine point Sharpie marker, and soft rubber brayer. □ Instructor Kimberly Fredricks □ M $220/NonMembers $250□ M, W July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 ► 7-8:30p PRT3202-A

■ Linocut Collage Lab (12+)Linocut is a variant of woodcut in which the relief printing matrix is made of softer linoleum. A design is drawn onto the surface which is then cut with gouges, v-tools and chisels. The uncarved areas yield a mirrored image when printed. Students will learn to create imagery on linoleum, pink erasers, and flat rubber discs which will be used to experiment in print collage. Required materials: Speedball lino cutter set. Recommended materials: sketch-book, pencil, extra fine sharpie markers. □ Instructor Kimberly Fredricks□ M $125/NonMembers $145 (includes mounted linoleum block(s), paper, pink erasers, lino discs)□ T, Th July 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 ► 1-2:30p PRT3204-A

Photography■ Digital Photography (16+)This class is for anyone interested in taking control of their photographic process. Begin-ning with the basics of digital photography and camera functions we will identify what is needed to take good photographs. We will discuss purposeful decisions which need to be made before taking a picture, leading to advanced composition. We will touch on process-ing and enhancement techniques using free software which will make your photographs stand out. We will discuss methods of cataloging and storing images to fi nd them easily. Discussion will be a large part of this class so bring some examples of your work for the class to look at. We will look at your particular issues and how you might solve them. Bring your camera, instruction book and tripod as we will set up for some photography of gallery art in the later sessions. □ Instructor Charles Peterson□ M $175/NonMembers $200□ W May 29, 5, 12 ► 6-8p PHO3207-A□ Sa Jun 22, 29, July 6 ► 1-3p PHO3207-B

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■ Macro Photography Workshop (16+)Get up close and discover the hidden beauty in the details. We will focus on the equipment and techniques required to get good, sharp, close-up photographs of the little things in life. We will set up our cameras and go through the steps to acquiring a quality image, so bring your camera and tripod as well as any close-up equipment you have. We will also try some additional lighting techniques. Increase your powers of observation as you focus on the details.□ Instructor Charles Peterson□ M $100/NonMembers $115□ Sa Jun 1 ► 9:30-11:30a PHO3205-A

■ Private Photography StudyDo you have a digital camera, but are struggling to understand the instructions? Or have you had one for a while and are not really sure what all of those buttons and knobs do. If you do not know the difference between “aperture priority” and “shutter priority” or why white balance is important (but you want to), this is a great class for you. The instructorwill take you through the basics of the world of digital photography to help you make the most of your camera. These private lessons will help. Students are asked to bring in ex-amples of pictures they have taken in the past and what they like about them. This will lead into discussion on the importance of different camera controls like aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance. Class exercises will be planned to exploit all of these different ele-ments. □ Instructor Jim Kirkhoff□ $80/2 hour package or $150/4 hour package PVT3206-A

■ Still Looking for something that fi ts your schedule? After all of these classes and workshop listings, are our schedules still not compatible?

If that is the case, just give us a call. Private classes can be arranged for most of the classes offered. Simply gather a minimum of 3 students and we will work with you to create a private class that fi ts into your schedule! Email SoA@waterstreetstudios.com.

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“The position of the artist if humble. S/he is essentially a channel.”

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■ Looking for a Custom Class to fi t your schedule? Private classes can be arranged for most of the classes offered. Simply gather a minimum of 3 students and we will work with you to create a private class that fi ts into your schedule!

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has fully funded scholarships for more than 75 children to attend art classes since the fall of 2010. Through these scholarships, students without financial means to pay have explored drawing, ceramics, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking and welding. In addition to these funded classes, Water Street also offers Art Flow, our community outreach arts education program that brings high quality art classes taught by professional artists to students and women at local shelters, low-income housing, and community organizations. These programs exemplify our mission to bring art education and appreciation to all residents of the Fox Valley area. For more information about Community Outreach or if you are interested in helping to support the program, contact Jim Kirkhoff, Director of Development, development@waterstreetstudios.com or call 630.761.9977.

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