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STUDENT BENEFITSThe Art Reference Library is located in the Academic Building on the corner of State and Henry Streets, Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 pm, Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., and closed on Sunday. Info at (315) 797-0000, ext. 2123

The PrattMWP Campus Store is located in the Student Center at 1216 State St. Our store carries a full range of art supplies, personal items, and PrattMWP merchandise.

BECOME A MEMBERMWPAI membership has many benefits including discounted classes at the School of Art, free entrance to all museum exhibitions, and access to the school’s Art Reference and Music Library. Visit MWPAI.org and click on SUPPORT for all of the membership details.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION MWPAI community art classes and workshops

OfficeSchool of Art 1200 State StreetUtica, NY 13502

MailSchool of Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute 310 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502

Phone 315.797.8260

Webwww.mwpai.org/learn

CONTENTSDrawing and Painting 2

Ceramics 8

Jewelry 10

Photography 12

Printmaking 14

Sculpture 15

Teens 16

Young Artists 18

Kids 20

Faculty 22

Calendar 26

Scholarships 27

Office HoursMon – Fri 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

EmailMunsonClasses@mwpai.org

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FALL 2015 AT MWPAI SCHOOL OF ARTThe School of Art program for Community Arts, founded in 1941, offers part-time, non-credit instruction for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. All classes are taught by academically qualified, active professional artists in the finest studio facilities in Central New York.

MISSIONThe Mission of the School of Art is to provide excellent instruction and the facilities for the creation, exhibition and aesthetic appreciation of the visual arts.

LETTER FROM THE DEAN

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is dedicated to enriching the lives of people by providing rich aesthetic experiences that inspire them to experience great art and also encourage them to create their own artistic visions.

Now, after 75 years we want to reintroduce you to the School of Art. Core to the Institute’s mission is the community’s participation in the exhilarating reward that can be had in pursuing one’s own innate creativity.

Our faculty— skilled professional artists and art educators—want to share their passion, experience and knowledge with like-minded people. Whether you are a seasoned artist looking to expand and investigate new avenues and techniques for your own development, or a beginner who wants to take that first step and discover the possibilities of your talent the School of Art has classes and programs to fit your schedule and comfort level.

Taking an art class is a great way to meet interesting people and engage in conversation around the notion of creativity. Now, more than ever, art and design is celebrated in every aspect of our daily lives: in the electronic media we enjoy, the designs of our everyday products, the publications we read, and the availability of new and exciting materials. Our classes teach skills that utilize a wide variety of tools, from basic hand tools to computers to kilns and more, while emphasizing your most important tools: your hands, eyes, mind and heart.

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MWPAI offers classes and workshops for beginner and accomplished artists. Students enrolled at the School of Art create in a studio environment that honors the fine arts tradition while exploring the rich potential of contemporary art and design.

Materials lists are distributed upon registration as needed. Adult students provide additional supplies unless otherwise stated.

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Our drawing and painting classes are held in the School of Art Studio Building, a three-level, 23,000 square foot facility designed specifically for higher art education. The drawing and painting studios on the second level feature ample space and airy, vaulted ceilings. Each studio is furnished with sinks, easels, tables, lighting, and a substantial reservoir of still life subject matter.

THE FIGURE DRAWING SALONAges 18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo

A salon is a gathering of people under the roof of an inspiring host. The direct analysis of the human form and translating that interaction to paper is critical to an artist. Humans have been the subject of drawings since prehistory. This salon will explore gesture drawing, contour drawing and other methods of recording a direct response to the figure. A nude model will be used. Both six-week sessions may be taken sequentially to learn a large range of techniques.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 – OCT 20, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-2Non-member: 145 Member: 135

TUESDAYS, OCT 27 – DEC 8, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-3Non-member: 145 Member: 135

DRAWING 101Ages 18+ / Beginners / Annette Gurdo

This course is structured for first-timers and mirrors a freshman drawing art school experience. Students begin with the basic elements of drawing – line, gesture, mark, mass, shape, value and texture – with emphasis on observation from life and the building blocks of great composition. Drawings generated in this class will hone skills and improve your hand in all other art classes offered, particularly painting.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA101-4Non-member: 290 Member: 270

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INTRO TO OIL PAINTING PORTRAITUREAges 18+ / Beginners Yulia Levkovich

A well-executed portrait hopes to depict the inner essence of the subject (from the artist’s point of view.) Students will be introduced to portrait painting by working on a continuous pose from a live model for 12 weeks. Students will start out learning basic drawing techniques necessary for a preparatory sketch (cartoon) that will then be transferred and completed as an oil painting. Students will walk out with a finished painting and a wealth of knowledge accumulated for exploring classical techniques.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 – DEC 10, 6 to 9 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-4Non-member: 290 Member: 270

PAINTING TECHNIQUES FOR BEGINNERSAges 18+ / Beginner / Sandra DeVisser

This course provides an excellent painting foundation through a structured program designed for beginning students. Projects focusing on composition and design, color mixing and essential painting techniques will be investigated. Acrylic paints are preferred.

MONDAYS, SEPT 14 - DEC 7, 9 a.m. to NOON12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-3Non-member: 290 Member: 270

STUDIO PAINTINGAges 18 + / All Levels / Chris Cirillo

This class is designed to accommodate beginners and experienced painters and encourage each artist’s intentions and personal development. Investigate painting as a craft as well as a form of expression. Students will develop their painting skills and learn how to analyze and talk about art through critiques and discussions.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 9 a.m. to NOON12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-1Non-member: 290 Member: 270

LANDSCAPE PAINTING EN PLEIN AIRAges 18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo

En plein air, or outdoor landscape painting, began with the Romantics (fl.1789-1830) whose search for authenticity accorded particular value to spontaneous sketching from nature. The class will meet and paint outdoor landscapes and scenes on location (weather permitting). Painting demonstrations and individualized instruction in your choice of watercolor, acrylic, oils or pastels are featured. Indoor studio lessons will be offered when there is severe weather. Students provide their own supplies and transportation.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 - DEC 8, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-2Non-member: 290 Member: 270

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MONDAY NIGHT PAINTINGAges 18+ / Beginner-Intermediate / Al Shaw

A great Monday evening studio class to brush up on various techniques with a focus on developing basic concepts and composition.

MONDAYS, SEPT 14 – DEC 7, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-7Non-Member: 290 Member: 270

ONE DAY WORKSHOP:WATERCOLOR: SURFACE & TEXTURE SERIES Ages 18 +/ All Levels / Annette Gurdo

Take this fun one-day workshop to learn basic watercolor techniques while creating a charming and sophisticated series of small, object-based, paintings that are ready for the frame. Materials included.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.1 sessions / 6 contact hours / WK102-5Non-member: 75 Member: 65

FOUR DAY WORKSHOP:PUBLIC PRACTICE: OUT OF THE BUBBLE ART PROJECTSAges 18 + / All Levels / Jenna North

Expand your art practice with this seminar for artists interested in a “public practice.” This includes, but is not limited to, visual art that uses traditional/ non traditional media to communicate and interact within a diversified audience about issues directly relevant to their life. Critiques will consider intention, context, and collaboration of participants current or intended artwork through presentations and site visits while discussing contemporary and historical projects that have formed the genre today.

WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 7-28 , 6 to 9 p.m.4 sessions / 12 contact hours / WK102-6Non-member: 95 Member: 85

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Ceramic students may take advantage of Open Studio Hours in the Ceramic Studio on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These hours are only available for the duration of the course.

The pottery studio encompasses 3,500 square feet of the historic carriage house Ceramics and Sculpture Studio Building. Arched windows, tiled walls, and decades of good energy make this area esthetically pleasing. Our studios are the best equipped ceramics facilities in the area. Assets include over a dozen electric wheels, a slab roller, extruder, mixers, electric kilns, and a Bailey Car kiln. The kiln shed is equipped with large salt kilns and an anagama kiln. The shed is the hub for workshops and for learning the fundamentals of wood firing. The second floor is home to the Vincent R. Clemente Ceramic Resource Room, a library of 250 ceramic books, magazines, and DVD demos for research and inspiration.

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INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY: THROWING FOR BEGINNERSAges 18+ / Beginner / Veronica Byun

You have always wanted to learn pottery, so start by developing the skills, dexterity, and coordination required to use the potter’s wheel as a tool of the ceramic-forming process. You will be introduced to hand building and various ceramic techniques, processes and aesthetics in a contemporary, social and historical context. The fundamentals of the firing and glazing processes will also be explored. Tuition includes clay and glaze. Reasonable firing fees charged based on volume of work produced.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 - DEC 8, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-1Non-member: 375 Member: 355

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED POTTERYAges 18+ / Intermediate Advanced / Veronica Byun

This course covers various throwing techniques, functional design and surface treatments. Advanced students may pursue projects of their own choosing with instructional guidance. Reasonable firing fees charged based on volume of work produced.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 - DEC 8, 6 to 9 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-2Non-member: 375 Member: 355

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 16 - DEC 9, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-3Non-member: 375 Member: 355

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-4Non-member: 375 Member: 355

CERAMIC SCULPTUREAges 18+ / All Levels / Veronica Byun

There is more to creating beautiful and functional ceramic pieces than throwing on the wheel. This class explores the extensive range of sculptural possibilities of clay through hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling, slab construction, extruding and press mold. Students can transform found shapes, images or objects, utilizing concepts gathered from cultural information and contemporary art.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 16 - DEC 9, 6 to 9 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-5Non-member: 375 Member: 355

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Adult jewelry students may take advantage of designated open lab time on Saturday mornings to continue work independently at no additional cost. A lab schedule will be distributed at the beginning of the class.

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The spacious jewelry facilities are located on the first floor of the new School of Art Studio Building. MWPAI’s jewelry studio is professionally equipped with a wide variety of equipment to support beginning through advanced techniques and processes. This includes an extensive array of hand tools; flex-shafts and drill presses; buffing machines and tumblers; a hydraulic press; rolling mills; shears; an etching tank; kilns and equipment for vacuum casting and enameling; numerous hammers and stakes for forming metal; six soldering stations, each equipped with a gas/air torch and annealing station. A state-of-the art ventilation system allows for safe practices of all techniques taught. Jewelry students can conveniently purchase non-ferrous metal (copper, brass, and silver) as well as consumable supplies (saw blades, solder and sand paper) for classes right from the School of Art Reception desk.

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BEGINNING JEWELRY Ages 18+ / Beginner / Lisa Oristian

Learn basic techniques through demonstrations and projects. Techniques include sawing, piercing, texturing, riveting, chain making, soldering and bezel setting cabochon stones. Students can utilize class and lab time to practice techniques and make finished pieces of jewelry. This class requires use of hand tools, machinery and torches. Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes must be worn.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 - DEC 8, 1 to 4 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-1Non-member: 375 Member: 355

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 - DEC 8, 6 to 9 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-2Non-member: 375 Member: 355

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED JEWELRYAges 18+ / Intermediate Advanced / Chris Irick

This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the 12-week beginning level jewelry class and are ready to learn a variety of new techniques and practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations may include working with non-traditional materials, surface development including etching, stone setting, die forming, hollowware and casting or enameling. Students fabricate jewelry of their own design. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 6 to 9 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-3Non-member: 375 Member: 355

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Our Photography classes are held on the lower level of the School of Art Studio Building. The studio has two traditional dark rooms and 14 enlargers. Digital photography processing equipment includes Mac computers with the latest Adobe Software, large and small format printers, and four flatbed scanners for both film and photos. Photography classes emphasize an awareness of fine arts traditions as well as the professional disciplines of the contemporary media artist.

BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Ages 18+ / Beginner / Eric Mishalanie

Digital photography is a powerful medium with infinite possibilities. Learn the fundamentals of digital photography from the technical aspects of camera and lens operation to the artistry of composition. Moreover, creatively develop and print images in the digital darkroom using Photoshop CS6. Whether your interest is fine art, portraiture, event photography, product styling, or family photos, this course provides the focused instruction to help you realize your artistic vision.

Students required to provide their own digital camera.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 16 - DEC 9, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA120-1Non-member: 375 Member: 355

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FRIDAY NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY: DARKROOM TO DIGITALAges 18+ / Intermediate / Eric Mishalanie

Intermediate Photography is *the* class for artists, amateurs, and those looking to turn their photographic skills into a business. This course is designed for students wishing to explore various photographic processes ranging from traditional darkroom printing to modern digital photography with use of Photoshop CS6. Students have the opportunity to pursue their photographic interests with guided instruction.

FRIDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 9, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA105-1Non-member: 375 Member: 355

ONE DAY WORKSHOP: STUDIO PORTRAITS AND LIGHTINGAges 18+ / Beginner / Eric Mishalanie

Shoot portraits better then the rest! Learn how to stage and light a studio portrait in this intensive one afternoon workshop. Participants will get hands-on practice with lighting variations, camera settings, background, angles, and composition. At the end of the session, students will have knowledge of the basic equipment needed to set up their own studio sessions.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, NOON to 5 p.m.1 sessions / 5 contact hours / WK105-1Non-member: 55 Member: 45

ONE DAY WORKSHOP: PROCESSING AND PRINTING DIGITAL PHOTOSAges 18+ / All Levels / Eric Mishalanie

Learn how to professionally format, correct, and produce a high-quality digital print. Bring your photo files and questions to this rewarding one afternoon workshop in MWPAI’s state-of-the art photography studio and walk away with prints ready for your best frame.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, NOON to 5 p.m.1 sessions / 5 contact hours / WK105-2Non-member: 65 Member: 55

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The printmaking facilities encompass 1200 square feet of the lower level of the School of Art Studio Building. Our print classes focus on a “green printing” philosophy, limiting harsh chemicals, solvents, and waste. The vast studio is equipped to explore multiple print processes from screen printing to book making, lithography to monoprint. Among other equipment, MWPAI has 2 large etching presses, a Washington press with wood type, Platen press with metal type and a Lithography press and assorted stones.

SCREEN PRINTING FOR ROCK STARSAges 18+ / All Levels / Elise Incze

Strap on your black leather boots and get ready to rock out radical prints. Students will be exposed to the use of print media throughout rock’n’roll history and how screenprinting has influenced the music world today. Students will gain the knowledge of basic screen-printing skills including using photo- sensitive emulsion and will cover hotter-than-hell techniques to print multi-layer prints, edition multiples, and off-the-charts wild blending styles. Screen-printing is the ideal medium to transfer designs to CD covers, posters and t-shirts. You can be a screen-printing rock star!

MONDAYS, SEPT 14 - OCT 19, 6 to 9 p.m.6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA103-3Non-member: 185 Member: 165

TEXTILE PRINTING FOR DESIGN AND FASHIONAges 18+ / All Levels / Elise Incze

Students will be exposed to a variety of printing techniques to transfer designs and patterns to fabric. This class will educate students with the skills to create repeating designs, printing multiples, with the addition of monoprinting to finesse patterns and produce one-of-a-kind originals. We will review inks for fabric printing and methods of printing with dyes and resists. Students will use both block printing and silkscreen techniques to expand their knowledge of print design to best suit their vision.

MONDAYS, OCT 26 - DEC 7, 6 to 9 p.m.6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA103-4Non-member: 185 Member: 165

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The first floor Sculpture shop facilities cover over 3,000 square feet of wood and metal fabrication in the Ceramics and Sculpture Studio Building. Brightly lit spaces hold ample tools and equipment to work in a variety of scales and materials. The metal shop holds seven ARC welding stations, MIG welder, plasma cutter, drill press, ironworker, Oxy Acetylene torches, 3-in-1 sheet metal break as well as many power and hand tools. The equally equipped woodshop has worktables, handtools, band saws, and table saw for generating great sculptural work. The lower level includes a plaster studio for mold making.

STEEL FABRICATION : IT’S BEYOND ELECTRIC!Ages 18+ / All Levels / Kim Carr Valdez

Discover the power and immediacy of using steel to draw in space. Students will be introduced a variety of processes including ARC, MIG, and Oxy/Acetylene Welding. The Plasma Cutter and other power tools will also be demonstrated. This course is based in learning a process and is also a creative class stressing experimentation and personal exploration of the welded form. Combining mixed media elements with the structures will also be introduced. Curriculum can be molded for beginning to advanced students.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 16 – DEC 9, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107-1Non-member: 375 Member: 355

INTRODUCTION TO MOLDMAKINGAges 18+ / All Levels / Kim Carr Valdez

Make sculptural forms while investigating the mold-making process with plaster and rubber molds. Create objects from life with casts taken directly from the original objects. Plaster, wax, and experimental materials will be used to create replicas of found-objects and exploring the concept of producing multiples.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 17 – DEC 10, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107-2Non-member: 375 Member: 355

TWO DAY WORKSHOP: UPCYCLING: WORKING INTUITIVELY IN THE WOODSHOPAges 18+ / All Levels / Kim Carr Valdez

The awesome suitcase you found could make the perfect end table. Your great- grandmother's hat boxes would make beautiful wall shelves. Need dramatic lighting? Practically anything can be a lamp. Bring your found objects and expand your creations bigger and better. Kim will work with each workshop student to best realize their design with the additional help of a full wood and metal shop. Day one is planning, strategizing, and material gathering. Day two is construction. Instruction, tools and some materials provided. Students provide initial object and purchases to complete project.

SATURDAY + SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 - 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.2 days / 12 contact hours / WK107-3Non-member: 125 Member: 115

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NARRATIVE ILLUSTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS Ages 14 – 17 / All Levels / Caitlyn Knepka

Narrative illustration comes in many styles. Students will create lively children's books working in various mediums including watercolor and hand drawing. Studio discussions will explore books awarded the annual Caldecott Medal (most distinguished American picture book for children) and what makes their illustrations winners. Class limited to 12 students.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 – OCT 20, 6 to 8 p.m.6 classes / 12 contact hours / TA103-1Non-member: 130 Member: 115

COMIC BOOK AND GRAPHIC ARTAges 14 – 17 / All Levels / Caitlyn Knepka

POW! Create your own 10-page comic book. Learn the fundamentals to creating a comic / graphic novel based on American cartoonist Scott McCloud’s Understanding Comics. Group discussions will delve into comics as art and form of communication while honing in on the successes of each student’s work. Class limited to 12 students.

TUESDAYS, OCT 27 – DEC 8, 6 to 8 p.m.6 classes / 12 contact hours / TA103-2Non-member: 130 Member: 115

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JEWELRY FOR TEENS Ages 14 – 17 / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge

Wear your creations. Teens will be introduced to the basics of jewelry making and create jewelry of their own design. Demonstrations and lectures will include sawing/piercing, soldering, surface development, chain making and bezel setting cabochon stones. Pieces will be made using these techniques and working in non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and silver. Metal and some expendable supplies including sand-paper, solder and saw blades are available at the School of Art reception desk. Students will be required to use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment including regular use of torches for annealing and soldering. Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes must be worn for safety during class. Class limited to 12 students.

MONDAYS, SEPT 14 – DEC 7, 6 to 8 p.m. 12 classes / 24 contact hours / TA106-1 Non-member: 260 Member: 240

TEEN DRAWING AND PAINTINGAges 13 - 17 / All Levels / Sandra DeVisser

This is the perfect class for teens who want to seriously improve their art game. Advance your skills and meet others who share your interest in the arts. This class focuses on drawing from observation and is designed specifically for teenagers who want to grow creatively and explore the visual arts. You will be using the skills gained in this class for years to come. Supplies are provided. Class is limited to 15 students.

SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 12 classes / 30 contact hours / TA101-1 Non-member: 310 Member: 290

COLLEGE PREP PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENTSophomores, Juniors, Seniors / All Levels / Elise Incze

Solidify your drawing and presentation skills while building a robust portfolio. Aspiring art students considering applying to colleges will need to present an exceptional portfolio for evaluation. This assessment is important in determining the level of merit scholarship each student receives. Students are provided with essential drawing skills to strengthen their ability in translating the three-dimensional world on a two-dimensional surface. The core focus of this course is to prepare students for a portfolio review with the ability to use universal terms to communicate and present their best, highest quality work. Supplies are provided. Class limited to 12 students.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 15 – DEC 8, 6 to 8 p.m.12 classes / 24 contact hours / TA102-1Non-member: 260 Member: 240

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Pre-teens are developing their aesthetic sense and beginning to pursue ideas of more personal relevance. Our classes are designed to nurture this individual development and expand the means in which they can explore their artistic gifts.

YOUNG ARTISTS DRAWING AND PAINTINGAges 9 – 12 / Sarah Kilian

Students will develop and expand on their drawing skills using a wide variety of media while working from observation, memory, and imagination. Visits to the Museum of Art give students the opportunity to connect with works of art while learning about famous artists. Interacting directly with masterpieces, students gain inspiration and insight into the creative process that they utilize when they return to the studio. Class is limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24, 9 to 11:30 a.m.6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-1 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-3 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

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YOUNG ARTISTS CLAY AND SCULPTURAL MEDIA Ages 9 – 12 / Paula Caruana

Students get to expand their creative voices and skills by experimenting with clay and sculptural materials. Open-ended projects and lessons encourage confidence and build maturity. Lessons will also focus on popular and historic sculpture artists and ceramists. Visits to the Museum of Art will lead the way for fun and exciting projects. Class is limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24, 9 to 11:30 a.m.6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-2Non-member: 125 Member: 115

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-4 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

STOP MOTION ANIMATIONAges 9-12 / Meghan Murphy Pagano

Action! Students learn a range of skills while creating their own stop motion animations. From learning to operate a camera, tripod, and how the stop motion process works to creating characters, props, scenery and sound effects. Over this six-week session, students will see artist examples, plan their own storylines, and produce several animations. Class limited to 12 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24, 9 to 11:30 a.m.6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-1Non-member: 125 Member: 115

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-2Non-member: 125 Member: 115

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Kids use art to discover their learning potential, creating and having fun as they challenge their imaginations. In these classes, students experiment with clay, recycled materials, fibers, and drawing and painting to learn about texture, line and color. Saturday classes are taught by dedicated, enthusiastic instructors who respond and encourage a child’s creative spirit. Visits to the MWPAI Museum of Art allow students the opportunity to view works of art for inspiration.

ART EXPLORATIONS I Ages 4 - 5 / Michael Giordani

Students engage in the process of art-making through hands-on exploration. Discover vibrant compositions through a playful understanding of color, collage, painting, and sculpture. Children will enjoy the social interaction provided by the activities surrounding the class projects. Class limited to 10 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24 9 to 10:15 a.m. 6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-1 Non-member: 78 Member: 68

10:30 to 11:45 a.m.6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-2 Non-member: 78 Member: 68

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12 9 to 10:15 a.m. 6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-3 Non-member: 78 Member: 68

10:30 to 11:45 a.m.6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-4Non-member: 78 Member: 68

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ART EXPLORATIONS II, DRAWING AND PAINTING Ages 6 - 8 / Megan Atkinson

Children develop drawing skills using a wide variety of media by learning how to draw from observation, memory, and imagination while experimenting with an assortment of drawing and painting tools. Students will also learn about famous artists through trips to the Museum and class presentations. Class is limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-1 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-3 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

ART EXPLORATIONS II, CLAY AND SCULPTURAL MEDIA Ages 6 – 8 / Kyle Pumilio

Children use a variety of media including clay and glaze to recycled materials, fibers, plaster, wire and more as they build sculptures and create non-stop! In addition to students learning about famous sculptors and ceramists, they will be making art in the School of Art’s beautiful, historic ceramics studio for an immersive experience. Class limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 19 – OCT 24, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-2 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

SESSION II: SATURDAYS, OCT 31 – DEC 12, 9 to 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-4 Non-member: 125 Member: 115

PLEASE NOTE: Parents are asked to provide a snack for break time and a smock to protect clothing. All other supplies are included.

IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class. No exceptions.

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PROFESSORS

CHRISTOPHER CIRILLO regularly exhibits his work and has shown in a variety of galleries and art centers in NY State and in the Midwest. He has instructed design, color theory, painting, and drawing courses for PrattMWP, Mohawk Valley Community College, Empire State University and also for Kirkland Art Center.Chris received his MFA in visual arts from The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University and his BFA in painting and drawing from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Painting

LISA GREGG WIGHTMAN has been the head of the printmaking curriculum at the MWPAI School of Art since 1985. She received her BA and MA from the State University of New York at Oswego. Her work has been exhibited nationally and is included in collections such as Allied Corporation, Encyclopedia Britannica, Illinois Bell Telephone, and National Bank of Detroit. Her work is represented in the art collections of SUNY and MWPAI and in private collections throughout the nation. Printmaking/BookArts

CHRIS IRICK received a BFA in metalsmithing from Texas Tech University and an MFA in metals from UMASS Dartmouth. She has taught jewelry for many years in both college and adult education programs. She is currently Professor of Metal Arts and the head of the jewelry program at PrattMWP. Her work has been featured in Metalsmith and American Craft magazines, The Metalsmith’s Book of Boxes and Lockets, 500 Pendants & Lockets, 500 Brooches, 500 Bracelets, The Art and Craft of Making Jewelry, and The Penland Book of Jewelry. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum.Jewelry/Metals

BRYAN MCGRATH joined the faculty in 1985 as head of the ceramics depart-ment. His work has been featured in A Potter's Professional Handbook, by Steven Branfman and Studio Potter magazine. Bryan has exhibited internationally and his research travels have taken him to Japan and Ireland. Private collections include The Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, Oklahoma University, College of Visual and Performing Arts, Syracuse University, and Museum of Art, and MWPAI. Pottery/Ceramics

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SANDRA DEVISSER has been an instructor at the School of Art since 1980 where she developed the Young Artists program. Sandra has previously taught painting and art history at SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome. She received her bachelor’s degree in Social Studies from SUNY Albany, masters from Colgate University, and was awarded a certificate in Fine Art from MWPAI. Sandra’s work has been shown extensively in solo and group exhibitions throughout Central New York. Painting / Adults / Teens

ANNETTE GURDO has been actively working and exhibiting her paintings in Central NY for more than 20 years. In addition to being honored numerous commissions, her work is included in private collections throughout the Northeast. She received an Associate Degree in Fine Arts from MVCC/ Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and a BFA in Drawing & Painting at the Philadelphia College of Art. Painting / Drawing / Adults

MEGHAN ATKINSON attended PrattMWP and went on to complete her BS in Visual Art Education at SUNY New Paltz with a concentration in Printmaking. She is a certified K-12 visual arts teacher working in the Syracuse school districts. Kids

STEPHANIE BEVINS attended PrattMWP and completed her BFA/MS in Art and Design Education from Pratt Institute. She is currently an Elementary Art Teacher for the Westmoreland Central School District. At home, Stephanie and her husband enjoy being entertained by their two dogs and pet pig. Kids

VERONICA JUYOUN BYUN was born in Seoul, Korea and educated in the US, receiving her MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, R.I. and BFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in Alfred, N.Y. She has exhibited in galleries and public institutions in New York, Philadelphia, Palm Beach, Chicago, Providence, Attleboro, San Angelo, Maryland, Seoul, Korea, Varazdin, Croatia, Kapfenburg, Austria, Taipei, Taiwan, and Fienza, Italy. She is represented by Loveed Fine Arts in New York City since 2008. Byun was a 2013-2015 Artist in Residence. She is the Assistant Coordinator and Instructor of Ceramic Arts at MWPAI. Pottery / Ceramics / Adults PAULA CARUANA received her bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. She is a certified art teacher in Pennsylvania, and has taught art in grades K-12 in public and parochial schools in suburban Philadelphia and Lockport, NY. Paula has done post graduate studies in ceramics, watercolors, drawing, printmaking and calligraphy. She exhibits and sells her ceramic sculptures regionally and is a long time student in the ceramics program at MWPAI. Since 2000, Paula has been a Decorative Arts Assistant in MWPAI’s Museum of Art Decorative Arts Department, at Fountain Elms. Kids

MICHAEL GIORDANI graduated from PrattMWP and Pratt Institute with a BFA. He is a Utica transplant, being born in New York City and raised in Long Island, NY. Michael is active in childcare, starting a Family Day Care with his wife and homeschooling their son. Michael enjoys nothing more than fostering the creative spark in others. Kids

ELISE INCZE earned her BFA in printmaking from Pratt Institute after beginning her studies here at PrattMWP. She worked in several commercial and educational print studios throughout Brooklyn. Most recently, Elise’s work was awarded best in show at the Schweinfurth Art Center’s juried exhibition, “Made in New York 2015.” Printmaking / Adults / Teens

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SARAH TUCKERMAN KILIAN has taught in the Utica schools since 1990, She is a graduate of William Smith College in Geneva, NY, and received her MS in Art Education from Syracuse University. Her goal in teaching her students is to give them the roots of knowledge of art techniques and concepts, with the wings of confidence and skill to fly successfully and create their own creative masterpieces. Kids

CAITLYN KNEPKA holds a BS in Studio Art with a concentration in Graphic Design/Illustration from Nazareth College. She is completing her Masters of Art Education at SUNY Oswego. Caitlyn is a freelance designer and is currently illustrating the second in a series of children’s books, Little Mouse’s Adventures. Graphic Design / Teens

YULIA LEVKOVICH is an award-winning representational painter. She was born in Ukraine and moved to Canada where she was exposed to the Russian School of Painting. Yulia completed rigorous training at the Academy of Realist Art, received her BFA from OCAD University, Toronto, and an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, Manhattan. She worked in production for Jeff Koons and taught at several institutions including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Yulia’s work is included in many public and private collections and is exhibited extensively in New York City and abroad. Painting / Adults

ERIC MISHALANIE completed the MWPAI/ MVCC program before receiving his photography BA from Maryland Institute College of Art. Previous projects include photo documentation for the Neighborhood Design Center, Baltimore, MD and teaching at Danella Photographic, New Hartford, NY. Eric currently owns and operates Mishalanie Photography which covers a wide range of photographic services. Photography / Adults

MEGHAN MURPHY PAGANO received her MFA in Interdisciplinary Art from Goddard College. She holds a BFA in Photography and Art Education from the College of Saint Rose and an Associates degree in Fine Arts and Illustration from MVCC. Meghan teaches art at many institutions throughout the Mohawk Valley, is an active professional photographer, and has founded and produced multiple collaborative public arts projects. Animation / Kids

JENNA NORTH received a BFA in Painting from the Kansas City Art Institute after studying at PrattMWP and an MFA in Painting and New Genres from the San Francisco Art Institute. Recent awards include a residency at the National Art Gallery in Male’, Maldives where she is designing a rooftop mural/city park. Other awards include a residency at the Headlands, Root Division, and a Murphy and Cadogan Fellowship. Jenna teaches in the PrattMWP program and has an active role in downtown revitalization and arts in Utica. Workshop / Adults

LISA ORISTIAN found her artistic voice through her first life-changing Metals for Jewelry class and is now privileged to be able to teach jewelry to others through MWPAI’s Community Art classes. Lisa is the owner of Kissing Dog Designs, a small artisan jewelry business. Jewelry / Metals / Adults

KYLE PUMILIO received his education from PrattMWP and SUNY Potsdam. As a certified art teacher, Kyle has the privilege of working with diverse students of all ages.Through his artistic investigations, he has found a long lasting love for working with ceramics and the three dimensional form. Kyle believes becoming an accomplished artist takes hard work, determination, and a love for what you’re doing. Kids

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AL SHAW is the Chair of Art and Music at T.R. Proctor High School. He completed the MWPAI/MVCC program before receiving his bachelor’s degree in Art Education, with a focus in Sculpture and Ceramics from Syracuse University. Al completed his master’s degree at Syracuse University, with an extended study in Art Education, focusing in two-dimensional design, painting and drawing, as well as Computer Graphics. Painting / Adults / Teens

SHANNON STOCKBRIDGE received her BFA in sculpture through PrattMWP and graduated from Pratt Institute. Jewelry is her primary medium and she has been creating a wearable collection using the lost-was casting method as well as incorporation alternative materials into her pieces. Shannon has taught all ages and levels of classes locally, including the Kirkland Art Center, Rome Art and Community Center, Art Camp at St. James Episcopal Church, and MWPAI. Jewelry / Metals / Teens

KIM CARR VALDEZ received her BA in Studio Art from Hartwick College and her MFA in Sculpture from Syracuse University. Her sculptures have recently been included in the 63rd Exhibition of Central New York Artists at MWPAI and in a solo exhibition at the Earlville Opera House Arts Center. Her work has been exhibited extensively in New York City. She was a resident artist at Sculpture Space and at Chashama's Brooklyn Army Terminal. Kim also teaches 3D Design at PrattMWP and currently lives in Utica with her husband Paul and son Jackson.Sculpture / Adults

ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM

The new Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program at MWPAI supports emerging artists who are furthering their academic voice within a developed studio practice. Resident artists are selected and invited to live and work on the Institute’s campus for a year and teach within the Communi-ty Art program. Our residency represents a symbiotic relationship between the visiting artist and the Mohawk Valley’s art population. Each resident provides fresh insights, expertise, and awareness of new techniques to our community art students as well as energizing faculty and staff. We look forward to welcoming new AIR’s offering classes and workshops in the upcoming 2016/17 sessions.

DARIA SOUVOROVA (AIR 2013/14), Bacchus Comforting Ariadne, Oil on linen. 64x44in. 2013

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FALL 2015

August 12 Fall registration opens

September 7 Labor Day

September 14 MWPAI adult and teen classes begin

September 19 Session I Saturday kids classes begin

October 31 Session II Saturday kids classes begin

November 23-28 Thanksgiving break; no classes held, Office closed November 26 – 27

December 12 Fall session ends

SPRING 2016

December 16 Spring registration opens

January 18 MWPAI adult and teen classes begin; MLK Day

January 23 Session I Saturday kids classes begin

March 5 Session II Saturday kids classes begin

March 14 – 19 Spring break; no classes held

April 16 Spring session ends

STAFFDean Ken Marchione

Assistant to the Dean Elise Incze

Registrar Tammy L. Bennett

Community Arts Ed Coordinator Audrey Hasen Taylor

Administrative Assistant/Reception Ellie Brown

Evening Receptionist Barb March

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DISCOUNTMWPAI School of Art Classes10% OFF for first-time studentsA welcome gift for first timers on campus. / All ages

10% off of cost of class not including additional materials.

TO GET DISCOUNT PLEASE CALL 315.797.8260 TO REGISTER WITH CODE ‘FALL15!’

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SCHOLARSHIPSPartial financial aid for each semester may be available to kids, teens, and adults who demonstrate significant financial need. Awards are limited and the amounts vary based on the quantity of qualified applications received. When granted, award amounts usually offset a portion of the tuition for one course only.

To apply, obtain a financial aid form from the MWPAI School of Art office by emailing MunsonClasses@mwpai.org

Lisa R. Lemieux Children’s Scholarship FundGeierbach ScholarshipCarmen E. Guarnieri Scholarship FundCommunity Arts Education Scholarship Fund

GIVINGConsider funding a scholarship or special facilities at the School of Art. Art enhances our lives, adding beauty and substance to the human existence. Your support of MWPAI helps ensure the survival of the arts and the wonderfully diverse set of gifts this area has to offer.

Contact our development office (315) 797-0000, ext. 2297

CANCELLATIONSIn the event of cancellation, announcements will be made on the following:MWPAI website: www.mwpai.orgSchool of Art Reception: Automated cancellation message

Makeup Classes: Because of heavy classroom usage between the college program and other CAE classes, we do not offer makeup classes for children and teen classes.

MUNSON-WILLIAMS-PROCTOR ARTS INSTITUTE has a policy of non-discrimination, which assures that students are accepted fairly, and without discriminatory regard for sex, race, national origin, color, religion, age, disability or sexual orientation. Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a not-for-profit education-al corporation, which in furtherance of its purposes and objectives, endeavors to publicize the work and achievements of its students, faculty, staff and alumni. In connection with these efforts the Institute re-serves the right to release appropriate information and to take photographs, motion pictures, or videotape of students, faculty, staff and alumni, and their work, and to use and distribute these materials in any form or format in furtherance of the Institute’s purpose and objectives.

MWPAI instructors may, with the approval of the Dean, dismiss from class or refuse enrollment to any attendee who is disruptive or uncooperative or whose skills are advanced beyond the level of instruction of a particular class or section.

REFUND POLICYA full refund will be granted for Community Arts Education classes or workshops when an entire course is canceled or the Office of the Registrar receives an official withdrawal form from a student prior to the first scheduled class meeting.

A pro-rated refund may be given after the second scheduled class, based on last day of attendance and/or date the official withdrawal form is received by the registrar.

After the third scheduled class, no refund will be granted unless it is a medical emergency accompanied by a doctor’s note. This refund policy covers withdrawals for any reasons including injury, illness or family emergencies. Refunds are issued in the form of a check, which is mailed directly to the student's home address. In case of credit card payment, refunds are applied directly to the credit card account. Allow four weeks to process.

Official Withdrawal Forms can be found at the School of Art reception desk or online at www.mwpai.org/learn/community-arts-education/policies-and-guidelines

This catalog must be considered as informational and not binding on the Institute. MWPAI reserves the right to make changes in the information printed in this catalog without prior notice.

CATALOG DESIGNSarah Burns-Miller / saraheburns.com

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