Worcester Art Museum Classes Brochure Winter / Spring 2013

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Category Icon adult classes and workshops Let art created by the great masters of the past and present inspire and influence your own artistic development.

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winter/spring 2013

www.worcesterart.org/classes

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adultadult schedule 7adult classes 8april art institute 13teacher workshop 13travel learning – china 13

youth youth + teen classes 3december workshops 3

See Refund Policy on page 15.

Barrier free entrance is accessed off the upper parking lot on Tuckerman Street. Elevator access to the second floor studios is available. Museum parking is available in lots on Salisbury, Lancaster and Tuckerman Streets.

The Worcester Art Museum reserves the right to cancel classes as necessary. Every effort will be made to notify pre-registered students who provide us with contact information.

Please turn off cell phones during classes.

The Worcester Art Museum is a smoke-free building.

don’t miss our winter/spring adult classes open house Thursday, January 24 5:30-7pmFree and open to the public

Meet with our faculty, attend demonstrations and discover art products you never knew existed courtesy of C.C. Lowell Art Supply

Spray paints, fixatives and aerosols are prohibited in adult and youth classes. We recommend the use of non-toxic, no-odor solvents.

Photos for promotional materials may be taken of students in classes. If you do not want your (or your child’s) picture taken, notify your instructor.

Weather cancellations are announced on radio station WTAG (580 AM) and at 508.793.4395.

The Worcester Art Museum offers scholarships for students with financial need. Contact Ruth at 508.793.4339 or visit us online at www.worcesterartmuseum.org for more information.

museum information + policies

education [email protected]@worcesterart.orgchristopherwhitehead@[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]

Visit us online for more staff info.

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many thanks toGeorge I. Alden Trust, Sally Riley Bishop Education Fund in support of the Adult Art Institute, Booth Family Fund for Education and Outreach through the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, Abbie S. and Mildred L. Cather Fund, David J. Freelander Memorial Education Fund, Nathan and Barbara Greenberg Fund for Education, Jacob and Frances Hiatt Scholarship Fund and the Fund for the Advancement of Museum Education, Hoche - Scofield Foundation,The Isabel B. Carleton Education Fund, Christian A. Johnson Discovery Endowment Fund, the Goggin, Hamilton, Hendricks,Washburn, and Piper Scholarship Funds, Dorothy and Norman Sharfman Education Fund, Seth Sprague Educational and Charitable Foundation, The Stoddard Discovery Fund, The Sudbury Foundation, the Karl B.A.Wass/Lundquist Family Scholarship Fund, and the Worcester Cultural Commission. The Worcester Art Museum is pleased to acknowledge the general operating support of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency; our members; and our many Business Partners.

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youth classesOur youth classes provide constructive fun and an opportunity to meet new friends. Enjoy the treasures at the Worcester Art Museum with your creative, expert instructor while you explore art materials in the studios!

Wednesdays January 16 - March 6, 2013 7-sessions (No class Feb 20)

10 to 11:30am

art together: begin with basics 3 - 5 years w/adultThis fun-filled class will bring you into the galleries to experience first-hand the wonder of painting, drawing and sculpture and inspire your own art creations.Colleen Moore / 13WYMXD144member $155 nonmember $180

4 to 5:30pm

drawing + painting 5 - 7 yearsHave fun learning about color, texture and line while you create your own drawings and paintings with tempera paints, oil pastels, watercolors and much more!Bayda Asbridge / 13WYDAP301member $125 nonmember $150

youth class information summarySee Refund Policy on page 15.

Materials are provided in youth classes.

Dress for creative mess!

Dropping Off + Picking Up: Classes meet in the Lancaster Street lobby. Parents must accompany students to and from the lobby.

Full class descriptions and registration information online at www.worcesterart.org/classes

For information about youth scholarships, please call Ruth at 508.793.4339.

drawing 8 - 10 yearsExperiment with drawing materials and focus on basic shapes, composition, texture and volume.Theresa Monteith / 13WYDRW400member $125 nonmember $150

cartooning 11 - 13 yearsBring characters and their stories to life with pen, ink, pencils and markers in a comic strip or book format.Scott Nelson / 13WYDRW501member $125 nonmember $150

Holidays @ WAMGingerbread HouseWorkshop for FamiliesSaturday, December 8, 1-3pm

Decorate your own gingerbread house using a variety of candy and food materials.

Space limited and preregistration required. Call Christine at 508.793.4334 to register. $25 (Maximum 3 people per house)

Thursday, Dec. 27 Friday, Dec. 28

10am - 12 Noon

Time

nocturnal animals 3-5 yrs w/adultcityscape rubbings 5-7 yrsjapanese lanterns 8-10 yrs

japanese paper lanterns 3-5 yrs w/adultnocturnal animals 5-7 yrscityscape rubbings 8-10 yrs

12:30-2:30pm

snow collages 5-7 yrswhat’s the buzz? 8-10 yrsprintmaking 11-13 yrs

what’s the buzz? 5-7 yrsnoise makers 8-10 yrsnocturnal animals 11-13 yrs

Lunch 12-12:30pm (Don't forget to bring your lunch)

december workshops 2012Thursday, December 27 and Friday, December 28

Morning extended day activities available from 8:30 - 10 am

Afternoon extended day activities available from 2:30 - 5pm.

Members: $20 Per Workshop $20 Per Extended Day Session Nonmembers: $22 Per Workshop $22 Per Extended Day Session

Full Workshop Descriptions + Registration Information Online

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Supervised Lunch $2 Per Child, Per Day

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Saturdays January 19- March 9, 20137-sessions (No class Feb 23)

10am to 12 noon

stories in art 3 - 5 years w/adultEnjoy hearing stories from around the world and create art that tells stories from your own imagination. Priscilla Harvey / 13WYMXD11210 to 11:30am-note timemember $155 nonmember $180

paint/draw/create 5 - 7 yearsCreate your own works of art with paint, collage, clay and more.Kelley Parsons / 13WYMXD307member $155 nonmember $180

drawing on the computer 8 - 10 yearsLearn how to use the computer to draw beautiful color illustrations.Jamie Buckmaster / 13WYCMP405member $165 nonmember $190

create your own superhero 8 - 10 yearsLearn basic drawing skills to help you draw your own original superheroes.Bret Herholz / 13WYDRW405member $155 nonmember $180

drawing from life 11 - 13 yearsLearn the fundamentals of drawing from direct observation of still-life arrangements, landscapes and the clothed figure.Jessica Harris / 13WYDRW503member $160 nonmember $185

youth classes winter 2013

art of fashion 11 - 13 yearsLearn how to draw the fashion figure, design a variety of fabrics, and create mood boards. Elizabeth Swallow / 13WYFSH501member $155 nonmember $180

composition and color 14 - 17 yearsDraw in the Museum and learn design elements such as composition and color theory.Lisa Montanaro / 13WYDAP602member $155 nonmember $180

12:30 to 2:30pm

anything abstract 5 - 7 yearsLearn to look at colors and shapes in abstract artworks and create collages, dip designs, marbled paper and more.Priscilla Harvey / 13WYMXD365member $155 nonmember $180

paint with color 8 - 10 yearsDevelop skills in color-mixing and brushwork as you discover the wonderful world of painting.Bayda Asbridge / 13WYPNT403member $155 nonmember $180

funky sculpture 8 - 10 yearsImaginations will spark as we pull, push, bend and twist materials to create personal 3D expressions.Kelley Parsons / 13WYSCL402member $155 nonmember $180

Teen ThursdaysJanuary 17- March 7, 20137-sessions (No class Feb 21)

5 to 8pm

manga 14 - 17 yearsDiscover the tricks and tips cartoonists use and create your own Manga (Japanese-style) comics.Veronica Fish / 13WYDRW620member $245 nonmember $270

fashion as art 14 - 17 yearsLearn how to design the fashion figure and build a sculptural form on which to create your own fashions. Elizabeth Swallow / 13WYFSH603member $245 nonmember $270

digiWAM - world design 14 - 17 yearsDesign, draw and paint landscapes and en-vironments needed for a video game world. This is one of four classes in the DigiWAM: Video Game Design certificate program.Andy Fish / 13WYMXD613member $245 nonmember $270

introduction to studio photography 14 - 17 yearsLearn the fundamentals of effective product, food, fashion and still-life photography using strobe and hot light systems in the studio on a variety of backdrops.Jeffery Baker / 13WYPHT604member $245 nonmember $270

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Teen ThursdaysMarch 21 - May 9, 20137-sessions (No class Apr 18)

5 to 8pm

joy of painting 14 - 17 yearsFind your own creative voice and vision in this class dedicated to the art of painting.Elizabeth Buck / 13PYPNT602member $245 nonmember $270

digiWAM - computer design 14 - 17 yearsLearn how to use Gamemaker to create exciting digital games.Andy Fish / 13PYCMP620member $255 nonmember $280

drawing with color 14 - 17 yearsAdd a variety of media to your work includ-ing pastels, oil pastels and acrylic paint in this intensive drawing class.Jamie Buckmaster / 13PYDRW618member $245 nonmember $270

3D art 14 - 17 yearsExpand your mind and artistic repertoire in this creative and challenging out-of-the box sculpture class. Elizabeth Swallow / 13PYSCL600member $245 nonmember $270

Wednesdays March 20 - May 8, 20137-sessions (No class Apr 17)

10 to 11:30am

art together: museum explorers 3 - 5 years w/adultClassical and contemporary art will be brought to life in the studio as you create paintings, sculptures, mosaics and more in this fun-filled class.Priscilla Harvey / 13PYMXD102member $155 nonmember $180

4 to 5:30pm

sculpture for small hands 5 - 7 yearsHave fun with clay, papier-mâché and recycled materials as you create animals, people and objects.Jane Lattimore / 13PYSCL302member $125 nonmember $150

painting color and light 8 - 10 yearsLearn fun painting techniques to express yourself and strengthen your observational skills while working directly from objects in the Museum.Theresa Monteith / 13PYDAP403member $125 nonmember $150

fashion design 11 - 13 yearsLearn to draw fashion figures, create mood boards and expand your confidence in your own wardrobe.Elizabeth Buck / 13PYFSH503member $125 nonmember $150

what’s in a masterpiece 11 - 13 yearsBe inspired by masterworks in the galleries as you develop your own style, and experiment in a variety of materials including watercolor, pencil, printmaking, pen and ink. Jessica Harris / 13WYMXD512member $155 nonmember $180

painting 11 - 13 yearsExplore the process of painting and strengthen your skills in using color, light, composition, special effects and perspective.Lisa Montanaro / 13WYPNT502member $155 nonmember $180

painting workshop 14 - 17 yearsStudy Dutch, French, British and American paintings in the galleries and develop painting skills while you create an advanced painting or series of paintings. Jamie Buckmaster / 13WYPNT606member $155 nonmember $180

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Teen ThursdaysPortfolio BuildersPrices include a pizza dinner.

Join this intensive, seven-week class to develop skills, create portfolio-appro-priate artwork, and critique with other like-minded students. Teen Thursday classes run from 5–8 pm and include a break for pizza, socializing and group critiques. These intensive classes have more studio time than the average class and more opportunities to get expert advice from instructors and your fellow students. This is a great opportunity for college-bound artists, students looking to build their portfolios, or new artists just looking to have some creative fun!

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SaturdaysMarch 23- May 11, 20137-sessions (No class Apr 20)

10am to 12 noon

art together: color my world 3 - 5 years w/adultEnjoy creating paintings, sculptures, mosaics and more in the studio after viewing artwork from around the world.Priscilla Harvey / 13PYMXD13910:00 to 11:30am-note timemember $155 nonmember $180

ready set paint 5 - 7 yearsLearn to mix colors and work with a variety of painting materials.Elizabeth Buck / 13PYPNT301member $155 nonmember $180

drawing for cartoons 8 - 10 yearsDevelop your own style and work at your own pace to create original comic characters and stories.Bret Herholz / 13PYDRW401member $155 nonmember $180

drawing/painting/sculpture 8 - 10 yearsVisits to the galleries will inspire you to create 2D and 3D masterpieces with tempera paints, watercolors, charcoal, pastels, clay and more.Kelley Parsons / 13PYMXD415member $155 nonmember $180

computer animation 11 - 13 yearsLearn the tricks of the trade to create full storyboards and animated sequences on the computer.Jamie Buckmaster / 13PYCMP502member $165 nonmember $190

studio art 11 - 13 yearsExplore 2D and 3D materials while building skills and expressing yourself.Jessica Harris / 13PYMXD505member $155 nonmember $180

drawing for teens 14 - 17 yearsLearn drawing techniques and work from still-life arrangements, landscapes and clothed figures.Lisa Montanaro / 13PYDRW613member $160 nonmember $185

12:30 to 2:30pm

explore our world 5 - 7 yearsProduce landscapes, seascapes, portraits and sculptures while learning about world-famous artists.Bayda Asbridge / 13PYMXD301member $155 nonmember $180

painting and drawing 8 - 10 yearsLearn how to use paints, pastels and pencils to illustrate what you see.Jessica Harris / 13PYDAP400member $155 nonmember $180

art nouns: people/places/things 8 - 10 yearsExperiment with a variety of materials to create portraits, landscape paintings and sculptures about the people, places and things that are important to you.Priscilla Harvey / 13PYMXD403member $155 nonmember $180

artist journals 11 - 13 yearsExplore the fundamentals of printmaking, drawing and painting as you fill your journal with original art.Elizabeth Buck / 13PYMXD502member $155 nonmember $180

FUNdamentals of sculpture 11 - 13 yearsWork in traditional media such as clay and wood, and explore the possibilities of rubber bands, aluminum foil and much more.Kelley Parsons / 13PYSCL500member $155 nonmember $180

digital graphic novel 14 - 17 yearsLearn how to letter, color and create the images used in digitally-produced graphic novels!Jamie Buckmaster / 13PYCMP623member $165 nonmember $190

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watercolor I + II p.10

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independent projects p.10

pastel drawing I + II p.8

watercolor + light p.10

writer’s workshop: a small true thing p.12

mastering the portrait p.9

painting I + II p.10 digital photography I + II p.11

may the earth rest lightly upon you p.12

watercolor I + II p.10

women artists at wam: milhazes/mitchell/ murray/neel p.13

photographing to sell p.11

still life drawing + painting p.9

vital practices in drawing + painting p.9

drawing/painting/ composition p.9

art dialogue + critique p.12

art of tai chi I + II p.12

drawing fundamentals p.8

drawing + painting in the 21st century p.9

introduction to web design p.12

mixed media construction p.11

writer’s workshop: family trees/shrubs/ weeds p.12

color + light extended p.9

digital design: a traditional approach p.12

drawing with colored pencils p.8

introduction to traditional oil painting p.10

life drawing open studio p.8

photographic composition p.11

asian brush painting I + II p.11

digital photography I + II p.11

landscape drawing + painting p.9

sculpture workshop p.11

the portable sketchbook p.9

winning writers p.12

artistic anatomy p.9

beginning drawing I + II p.9

exploring printmaking techniques p.11

painting the figure in landscape p.10

Sunday Afternoon

photoshop for digital photographers p.12

color + light intensive p.9

independent projects in watercolor p.10

acrylic + oil painting p.10

painting + mixed media: inside/outside p.10

color + form in calligraphy p.10

color + light I + II p.10

adult class schedule

April 22-26, 2013

april art institutecolor and light intensiveM-F, April 22-26, 10am -3pm

watercolor intensiveM-F, April 22-26, 10am-3pm

figure intensive: Study of Facial Expressions T + W, April 23 + 24, 10am-4pm

oilstick painting, T, April 23, 10am-4pm

figure intensive: composition Th, April 25, 10am-4pm

one day with joan mitchell F, April 26, 10am-4pm

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taking advantage of digital Sundays, February 10 + 17 9:30am-12:30pm p.11

photographer’s toolbox for photoshopSundays, March 3 + 10 9:30am-12:30pm p.11

introduction to your digital cameraSundays, March 24 + 31 9:30am-12:30pm p.12

Art and Literature the children’s picture book I + II Sunday, March 10 10am-4pm p.12

Teacher Workshopwomen artists at WAM: milhazes/mitchell/murray/neelWednesdays, January 23 to April 3 4-8pm p.13

Travel Learninga china romance/dream idyllMay 9-19, 2012 p.13

workshops

PDPs available for all classes

feb-april, 2013

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connections to the collectionExperience our world-renowned collection through art making. Let art created by the great masters of the past and present inspire and influence your artistic development. Every class includes at least one gallery visit to view part of our permanent collection or a special exhibition such as Jill Slosburg-Ackerman—In Rome or Georges Rouault, both now on view. Some courses even include a special trip to the print room to see works on paper that are not currently on view.

adult class informationSee Refund Policy on page 15.

The Worcester Art Museum is a state-approved Professional Development Points provider. PDPs are available for all courses. Request PDPs when you register.

Except where noted, materials are not included in the tuition.

College Credit is available for select courses through Quinsigamond Community College (QCC), Fitchburg State College and Clark University. For more information, visit us online or call 508.793.4339.

Weather cancellations are announced on radio station WTAG (580 AM) and at 508.793.4395.

Full class descriptions and registration information online at www.worcesterart.org/classes

studio art certificate programThe Worcester Art Museum offers adult students a three year Studio Art Certificate Program that recognizes the development of skills in studio art over a discreet period of time through the Museum’s Continuing Education program. Participants will receive on-going support from faculty and staff to assist in course selection and portfolio development. Students who complete the program will be eligible to present their work in a group exhibition in the Higgins Education Wing during their third year of course work. Museum Membership is required and the registration fee for this program is $50. For more information about specific coursework or to register, please call Christine Dunant at 508.793.4334.

drawingPlease bring an 18”x 24” sketchpad and a pencil to the first class.

drawing with colored pencilsWith this unique medium, focus on texture effects, glazing, value and color theory and create beautiful colored pencil drawings.Jill Pottle / 13WADRW303M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $220 nonmember $245

life drawing open studioCome to the Museum to work from a life model for eight weeks or drop in on your own schedule. Does not include instruction and does not require prior experience. Enjoy a $8 discount when you sign up for eight weeks!13WADRW317OM Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 7 to 9pm, (Sign up for all 8 and save $8)1 session, member $12 nonmember $14

drawing fundamentalsFamiliarize yourself with art elements and concepts such as line, shape, value, form, proportion, perspective and composition to improve your drawing skills.Irina Parfenova / 13WADRW208T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $225 nonmember $250

pastel drawing I + IIFrom quick sketches to rich painterly applications, experiment with pastels to get comfortable with this versatile medium. Visit the print study room to view pastels in the collection.Ella Delyanis / 13WADRW302T Feb 5 – Apr 2, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm, (No class Feb 19)member $220 nonmember $245

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don’t miss our winter/spring adult classes open house Thursday, January 24 , 5:30-7pmFree and open to the public Meet with our faculty, attend demonstrations and discover art products you never knew existed courtesy of C.C. Lowell Art Supply

class listing key novice/beginner-100s beginner/intermediate-200s all levels-300s intermediate-400s intermediate/advanced-500s

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the portable sketchbookLearn tools and techniques to keep a memorable travel sketchbook.Andy Fish / 13WADRW338W Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $215 nonmember $240

beginning drawing I + IIFocus each week on a different aspect of drawing through Museum visits, demonstrations and group critiques.George Hancin / 13WADRW205Th Feb 7 – Mar 28, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $225 nonmember $250

artistic anatomyLearn how to create convincing renderings of the human figure using the knowledge of the skeletal structure with the body’s basic geometric shapes and proportions.Irina Parfenova / 13WADRW340Th Feb 7 – Mar 28, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $255 nonmember $280

drawing + paintingPlease ask for a materials list when you register.

develop your personal styleLearn techniques, composition, color and creative expression in an upbeat and supportive environment.Patricia Kelly / 13WADAP206M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pmmember $215 nonmember $240

color + light extendedVisit the galleries to discover how past artists used color in their paintings. Then, work in any color medium including oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics or colored pencils to create rich color and the luminous feeling of light.William Griffiths / 13WADAP402M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $215 nonmember $240

mastering the portraitDeepen your understanding of portrait rendering techniques and push your art to the next level.Irina Parfenova / 13WADAP369T Feb 5 – Apr 2, 8-sessions 1 to 4pm (No class Feb 19)member $250 nonmember $275

drawing + painting in the 21st centuryView the work of contemporary artist Jill Slosburg-Ackerman and learn drawing and painting foundations through this dynamic 21st century art.Patricia Kelly / 13WADAP370T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 6:30 to 9pmmember $180 nonmember $205

landscape drawing + paintingWork from photographs and sketches to capture this popular subject in your chosen drawing/painting medium.Ella Delyanis / 13WADAP305W Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $215 nonmember $240

color + light intensiveSpend the day expanding your knowledge of color and light with master colorist, Bill Griffiths.William Griffiths / 13WADAP409W Feb 6 – Apr 3, 8-sessions 9:30am to 4pm (No class Feb 20)member $395 nonmember $420CredQCC $40

vital practices in drawing and paintingGet acquainted with the joys of creating 2D artwork and learn the basic elements of drawing techniques, color mixing and painting styles.Nan Hass Feldman / 13WADAP207Th Feb 7 – Apr 4, 8-sessions 1:30 to 4:30pm (No class Feb 21)member $215 nonmember $240

still life drawing + paintingBegin with simple still lifes and graduate to more complex arrangements, focusing on composition, technical drawing and value changes.Ella Delyanis / 13WADAP325Th Feb 7 – Apr 4, 8-sessions 1 to 4pm (No class Feb 21)member $215 nonmember $240

drawing/painting/compositionLearn all about design principles, while experimenting with drawing and painting materials and techniques.Patricia Kelly / 13WADAP203Sa Feb 9 – Mar 30, 8-sessions 12:30 to 3:30pmmember $215 nonmember $240

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color + light I + IIExplore the basics of color theory in your chosen medium to achieve more vibrant work.William Griffiths / 13WADAP304Sa Feb 9 – Mar 30, 8-sessions 9am to 12 noonmember $215 nonmember $240

paintingPlease ask for a materials list when you register.

introduction to traditional oil paintingApproach oil painting in a traditional style to discover fundamental principles for painting landscape, still life and portrait projects.JoEllen Reinhardt / 13WAPNT108M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $225 nonmember $250

painting I + IIStrengthen your basic techniques through painting projects that focus on still life, land-scape, the figure and abstraction.Jill Pottle / 13WAPNT312M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 1:30 to 4:30pmmember $220 nonmember $245

independent projectsCome to the Museum to work on independent projects in painting and/or printmaking. Be inspired in a creative and friendly environment. Ask about additional materials fee for printmakers.Randy LeSage / 13WAPNT325T Feb 5 – Apr 2, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 19)member $215 nonmember $240

painting + mixed media: inside/outsideFocus your attention on interior/exterior spaces. Investigate these literal and figurative subjects to discover their poetic and evocative properties. Nan Hass Feldman / 13WAMXD320Th Feb 7 – Apr 4, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 21)member $220 nonmember $245

acrylic + oil paintingExplore color and design to investigate traditional and experimental techniques in oils and acrylics.William Griffiths / 13WAPNT201Th Feb 7 – Apr 4, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 21)member $215 nonmember $240

watercolorPlease ask for a materials list when you register.

watercolor I + IIThrough demonstrations and one-on-one instruction, learn techniques that will get you painting in the first class.William Griffiths / 13WAWAT203BM Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pmmember $215 nonmember $240

JoEllen Reinhardt / 13WAWAT203AW Feb 6 – Apr 3, 8-sessions 1 to 4pm (No class Feb 20)member $215 nonmember $240

watercolor + lightApproach new watercolor techniques through the perspective of color and light to bring a fresh dimension to your art.William Griffiths / 13WAWAT502T Feb 5 – Apr 2, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 19)member $215 nonmember $240

independent projects in watercolorWeekly demonstrations of new watercolor techniques will inspire your independent landscapes, still lifes, portraits or other projects. JoEllen Reinhardt / 13WAWAT407W Feb 6 – Apr 3, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 20)member $215 nonmember $240

painting the figure in landscapesView paintings in the Museum galleries and learn how to paint the human figure in a landscape setting.JoEllen Reinhardt / 13WAWAT408Th Feb 7 – Mar 28, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $225 nonmember $250

calligraphy + asian brush paintingPlease ask for a materials list when you register.

color + form in calligraphyUse pen and ink, markers and pencils to create your own alphabet. Bring color to your calligraphy by exploring various watercolor background techniques. C. J. Kennedy / 13WACAL307Sa Mar 23 – May 4, 6-sessions 10am to 12 noon (No class Apr 27)member $110 nonmember $135

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asian brush painting I + IICreate simple, impressionistic forms and explore modern and traditional subjects of Asian brush painting.Sharon Smith Viles / 13WAORT303W Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6:30 to 9pmmember $180 nonmember $205

printmakingIncludes inks and some plates; paper not included. Please bring an 18”x24” sketchpad and pencil.

exploring printmaking techniquesLearn non-toxic printmaking techniques to create a series of prints. Explore monotype, silkscreen, relief block, etching and plate lithography to find your favorite approach. Randy LeSage / 13WAPRT327Th Feb 7 – Mar 28, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $245 nonmember $270

See also independent projects on page 10.

mixed media + sculpturePlease ask for a materials list when you register. Some materials are provided for sculpture.

mixed media constructionBring your mixed media work to the next level and be inspired to create 3D pieces using a variety of materials. Visit Jill Slosburg-Ackerman’s exhibition to experience how a contemporary artist uses frames to complement her work.Donalyn Schofield / 13WAMXD363T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $230 nonmember $255

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sculpture workshopShare sources of inspiration and develop new work using a wide range of materials such as clay, wire, wood and plaster.Thomas Kellner / 13WASCL329W Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $240 nonmember $265

See also painting + mixed media: inside/outside on page 10.

photographyPlease bring your film or digital camera, appropriate accessories and manual.

photographic compositionImprove you photographic composition to make your images more exciting and interesting for viewers. Discover how color, unusual perspective and focus can impact your photographs.Norman E. Eggert / 13WAPHT338M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 6 to 9pm (No class Feb 25 + Mar 11, field trips Mar 2 + 16)member $215 nonmember $240

photographing to sellLearn how to photograph small objects using an indoor portable table top studio set. Be able to sell on sites like Ebay using these masterful photographs.Norman E. Eggert / 13WAPHT339Th Mar 7 – 28, 4-sessions 1 to 4pmmember $110 nonmember $135

digital photographyPlease bring your digital camera, appropriate accessories and manual.

digital photography I + IILearn the fundamentals of digital photography equipment and Adobe Photoshop editing software.Richard Hoyer / 13WADPH202AW Feb 6 – Apr 3, 8-sessions 1 to 4pm (No class Feb 20)member $255 nonmember $280

Richard Hoyer / 13WADPH202BW Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $255 nonmember $280

workshops with Richard Hoyer

taking advantage of digitalLearn techniques that digital photographers can use to take the art of photography beyond film photographs.Richard Hoyer / 13WADPW202Su Feb 10 + 17, 2-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pmmember $80 nonmember $105

photographer’s toolbox for photoshopApproach Photoshop from a photographer’s perspective and learn one of the most powerful image editing programs available today.Richard Hoyer / 13WACMW318Su Mar 3 + 10, 2-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pmmember $80 nonmember $105

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introduction to your digital cameraLearn digital photography techniques in this exciting introductory class.Richard Hoyer / 13WADPW101Su Mar 24 + 31, 2-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pmmember $80 nonmember $105

computer artPlease bring a notebook and a pencil.

digital design: a traditional approachUse traditional drawing techniques to establish your compositions and then finish the pieces in Photoshop and Illustrator.Andy Fish / 13WACMP342M Feb 4 – Mar 25, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $255 nonmember $280

introduction to web designLearn web and blog design from the ground up and create your own website and/or blog following standard design and production processes.Richard Hoyer / 13WACMP126T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $255 nonmember $280

photoshop for digital photographersLearn how to use the basic functions in Photoshop to enhance, fix and manipulate your digital photographs. Richard Hoyer / 13WACMP305Su Feb 10 – Mar 31, 8-sessions 1 to 4pmmember $255 nonmember $280

art of movementthe art of tai chi I + IICalm your mind and improve your health, balance and range of motion while learning the ancient art of Tai Chi.William Riordan / 13WAINT301T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 5:15 to 6:30pmmember $120 nonmember $145

art historyart dialogue + critiqueSet aside time to look intensely at your art and think about the direction of your work.Susan Swinand / 13WAHST302T Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, 3-sessions 6:30 to 9pmmember $65 nonmember $90

may the earth rest lightly upon youThis Latin phrase sit tibi terra levis was the wish ancient Romans bestowed on their dear departed for a peaceful final rest. Learn about Greek, Etruscan and Roman beliefs, rituals and myths about the afterlife. Examine how their beliefs were reflected in the art forms of these periods and into early Christian art.Antonella Doucette / 13WAHST399W Mar 13 – Apr 10, 5-sessions 12 noon to 1:30pmmember $80 nonmember $105

writingthe children’s picture book I + IIIn this interactive workshop, survey the elements of picture book art and writing, from brainstorming through the publishing process.Suzy Becker / 13WALIW303Su Mar 10, 1-session10am to 4pmmember $65 nonmember $90

writer’s workshop: family trees/shrubs/weedsUse your rich background of humor and tragedy in your family history as a source to work on character revelation and narration in your writing.Jim Beschta / 13WAWRT385T Feb 5 – Mar 26, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $215 nonmember $240

writer’s workshop: a small true thingBreak down your memoir or essay into manageable pieces using the flash non fiction form. Spark ideas through writing exercises and time in the galleries to write your best true stories.Laurel D. King / 13WAWRT386T Feb 5 – Apr 2, 8-sessions 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class Feb 19)member $215 nonmember $240

winning writersThis class covers contest announcements, analysis of contest-winning stories, writing exercises and critique of your stories. Laurel D. King / 13WAWRT377W Feb 6 – Mar 27, 8-sessions 6 to 9pmmember $215 nonmember $240

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teacher workshopteacher workshop - women artists at WAM: milhazes/mitchell/murray/neelStudy the history and characteristics of four women artists represented in the Museum’s collection: Beatriz Milhazes, Joan Mitchell, Elizabeth Murray and Alice Neel. Then, practice working with each artist’s particular stylistic considerations, techniques and/or material to design and create projects for both your classroom and as a form of personal expression.Catherine Carter / 13WATCH346W Jan 23 – Apr 3, 10-sessions 4 to 8pm (No class Feb 20)member $390 nonmember $415CredFITCHG $380

travel learningtravel learning: a china romance/dream idyll Still time to register. Please call Christine for more information, 508.793.4334.Paul Ropp / 13SOST332May 9-19, 2013, 11-daysmember $4,250 nonmember $4,450single occupancy $1,250earn 3 credits through Clark University continuing education (COPACE)$1,050 (graduate)$575 (undergraduate)

color and light intensiveSpend the week expanding your knowledge of color and light with master colorist, Bill Griffiths.William Griffiths / 13WAIDAP409M - F Apr 22 – 26, 5-sessions 10am to 3pmmember $225 nonmember $250

watercolor intensiveMaster various methods of watercolor in this intensive week. From glazing to variegated washes, increase your basic knowledge of this luminous medium.JoEllen Reinhardt / 13WAIWAT315M - F Apr 22 – 26, 5-sessions 10am to 3pmmember $225 nonmember $250

figure intensive: study of facial expressionsAdd more life to your portraits and focus on how facial muscles communicate feelings and emotional states.Irina Parfenova / 13WAIDRW339T + W Apr 23 + 24, 2-sessions 10am to 4pmmember $130 nonmember $155

oilstick paintingDiscover how to create painterly works using this portable, easy and versatile medium.Nan Hass Feldman / 13WAIPNT322T Apr 23, 1-session10am to 4pmmember $55 nonmember $80

figure intensive: compositionLearn ways to compose your figures in the pictorial plane and strengthen your artistic expression.Irina Parfenova / 13WAIDAW300Th Apr 25, 1-session 10am to 4pmmember $65 nonmember $90

one day with joan mitchellExplore one of the most vital Abstract Expressionist artists, Joan Mitchell. View her work and try your hand at painting in the style of this innovative abstract artist.Randy LeSage / 13WAIDAW301F Apr 26, 1-session10am to 4pmmember $55 nonmember $80

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winter/spring adult classes open house

Thursday, January 24 5:30-7pm

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Bayda AsbridgeTishreen University Syria, BA; Saint Michael’s College, MA; Applied Linguistics PhD Course Work

Jeffery BakerUniversity of Maryland, MBA

Suzy BeckerBrown University, BA

Jim BeschtaDominican College, BA; Assumption College, MA

Elizabeth BuckMassachusetts College of the Liberal Arts, BA; Fitchburg State University, MEd

Jamie BuckmasterMassachusetts College of Art, BA

Catherine CarterLesley University, BA; University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, MFA

Ella DelyanisBoston University School of Fine and Applied Arts, BFA; Suffolk University

Antonella DoucetteLiceo Classico in Varallo, Greek and Latin classic literature,European history and art, and Italian language and literature; Universita’ Di Pavia, jurisprudence

Norman E. EggertUniversity of Massachusetts, Amherst, BA

Nan Hass FeldmanState University of New York, Buffalo, BFA; Goddard College, MA; Vermont College, MFA

Andy FishSchool of Visual Arts in New York City, studied with Will Eisner; author of 12 graphic novels & five how-to art books

Veronica FishMassachusetts College of Art, BFA

William GriffithsPratt Institute, BFA

George HancinKent State University, BFA; Yale School of Art, MFA

Jessica HarrisHumboldt State University, BFA

Priscilla HarveyState University of New York, Cortland, BA

Bret HerholzSavannah College of Art & Design, BFA

Richard HoyerSouthern Connecticut University, New Haven, BA; Fairfield University, MA

Thomas KellnerCollege of the Holy Cross, BA; University of Massachusetts, MFA

Patricia KellyMassachusetts College of Art, BFA

C. J. KennedyBoston University, BA

Laurel D. KingPennsylvania State University, BA; Emerson College, MFA

Jane LattimoreMassachusetts College of Art, BFA; Lesley College, MEd

Randy LeSageFramingham State College, BA; Tufts University/School of the Museum of Fine Arts, MFA

Lisa MontanaroPaier College of Art, BFA

Theresa MonteithFramingham State College, BA

Colleen MooreColorado State University, BA; University of Massachusetts, MS; Fitchburg State College, MEd

Scott NelsonFreelance artist, author, and illustrator; clients include Hallmark and Goldenbooks for Children; Worcester Technical Institute, Certificate

Irina ParfenovaPenza College of Fine Arts, Associate; Penza State Pedagogical University, BA; Florida State University, MFA

Kelley ParsonsEmerson College, BA

Jill PottlePainting studies at St. Martin’s School of Art, London, England; The College of Visual & Performing Arts, Syracuse University, BFA; Tufts University/School of the Museum of Fine Arts, MFA

JoEllen ReinhardtWestfield University, BA; Rhode Island School of Design; New School of Classical Art

William RiordanStudied with master Chow Ling Chang and Sifu Stan Tabor; grandmaster Chan Pui of Wah Lum, Florida; master Liu Chengde, Jinan, China; master Joseph Chen; and Master Jou Tsung Hwa.

Paul RoppHistory, Bluffton College, BA; University of Michigan, MA, PhD

Donalyn SchofieldMarygrove College, BFA; Wayne State University, MFA

Sharon Smith VilesAssumption College, MS; Andover Theological School, MDiv

Elizabeth SwallowFramingham State University, BSLorezo de’ Medici, Florence Italy

Susan SwinandMoore College of Art, BFA; Barnes Foundation, Diploma; Summer Academy of Fine Arts, Salzburg, Austria, Diploma

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BECOME A DOCENTSHARE YOUR LOVE OF ART

The Worcester Art Museum is currently recruiting New Docents for a New Docent Training Program beginning in January, 2013.

www.worcesterart.org/docents

I WANT YOUTO TEACHME ART