Class Schedule for Fall 2010

Geared towards the youngest of artists, this class cultivates cognitive development, small motor skills, and creative thinking. Little minds and hands will be kept busy with visual play, storytelling, and more. Note: No class Tuesday, Nov 23 or Friday, Nov 26.

Toddlers explore the world of visual arts! Young artists play while learning basic art concepts and terminology through 2- and 3-dimensional art projects. Classes foster cognitive development, small motor skills, and creative thinking. Note: No class Friday, Nov 26.

This is the third level of age-appropriate curriculum that encourages creative young minds and active hands. Child and caregiver will work both collaboratively and independently on a variety of stimulating projects. Participants will increase knowledge of basic art concepts and terminology. Note: No class Nov 23.

From hot climates to aquatic conditions to the frozen tundra—students will look at the natural ecosystems. The importance of biodiversity and preservation will be highlighted, while researching fascinating creatures such as poisonous frogs and carnivorous plants. Fun and innovative projects will explore important aspects of the environment that will help illuminate the delicate balance between animal and plant life.

Research has found that the brain needs to learn and practice how to navigate using maps, diagrams and the like. Participants will look at old maps, globes, different diagrams, codes and illustrations that show cross-sections of particular movements and habitats. Students will then practice navigation with a creative twist—with projects like mapping the neighborhood, their bedrooms, a dream house, breakfast or even bad days!

The best way to spend a Saturday morning is ... being creative! This class will use different media to explore, work small motor skills and push the imagination. New projects every session. Note: No class Nov 27.

What do YOU want to create? Anything goes in this class where students help guide project direction—maybe artist books, handmade paper, Japanese brush painting or designing your own wall mural! Who knows? The sky is the limit. Note: No class Nov 27.

Students will practice techniques, processes and creative tricks used by cartoonists to produce stories that successfully convey ideas, thoughts and feelings. Through demonstrations, show and tell, and projects, participants will learn how to conceive, draw, ink, letter and ultimately assemble their own unique cartoons and comics. Note: No class Nov 24.

Come for half-day, all-day, or multiple days if scheduled. Kids enter a world where their minds are hard at work while having fun. They’ll make art with a variety of creative studio themes and media, read books, hear storytelling, get physical exercise, see old friends, make new ones and everything in between. See dates below.

Note: All students—bring a snack. Full-day students—bring lunch and two snacks. If preferred, ArtiCulture offers snacks for .75 each. Extended care option available at additional cost.

Extended day childcare:

• Before care 8 am - 9 am: $5 per day
• After care 4 pm - 5:30 pm: $7 per day

Come for half-day, all-day, or multiple days if scheduled. Kids enter a world where their minds are hard at work while having fun. They’ll make art with a variety of themes and media, read books, hear storytelling, get physical exercise, see old friends, make new ones and everything in between. See dates below.

Note: All students—bring a snack. Full-day students—bring lunch and two snacks. If preferred, ArtiCulture offers snacks for .75 each. Extended care option available at additional cost.

Extended day childcare:

• Before care 8 am - 9 am: $5 per day
• After care 4 pm - 5:30 pm: $7 per day

Dates & Themes:

• Thurs Oct 21 (NEA): Multiple Images - Printing
• Fri, Oct 22 (NEA): Art of the Book
• Thurs, Nov 4 (Mpls Schools): Creature Comforts
• Fri, Nov 5 (Mpls Schools): Mythology

Come for half-day, all-day, or multiple days if scheduled. Kids enter a world where their minds are hard at work while having fun. They’ll make art with a variety of themes and media, read books, hear storytelling, get physical exercise, see old friends, make new ones and everything in between. See dates below.

Note: All students—bring a snack. Full-day students—bring lunch and two snacks. If preferred, ArtiCulture offers snacks for .75 each. Extended care option available at additional cost.

Extended day childcare:

• Before care 8 am - 9 am: $5 per day
• After care 4 pm - 5:30 pm: $7 per day

Dates & Themes:

• Wed, Oct 20 (St. Paul Schools): Creature Comforts
• Fri, Nov 12 (St. Paul Schools): Mythology

Think in reverse to create a relief carving to use on our vintage printing press and over and over again at home. Your picture, the family dog, or another photo or drawing of choice, will be transferred onto a printing block. The use of texture, shape, and space will be emphasized. There will be print trade where participants can share exciting printed work with fellow artists.  Note: No class Oct 28.

This class is designed to assist students preparing artwork for college entry in visual arts. Students will work on technical skills and idea development while creating the observational pieces that are required for portfolio submission including landscape, still life, interior, and self-portrait. Primarily using pencil, charcoal, pen, and paint, focus will be on a full value scale and composition. Note: No class Oct 28 or Nov 25.

This class is for students who truly love to immerse themselves in art making. Students will work on refining technical drawing and painting skills such as use of line, shade, color, perspective, proportions, alone with composition. Depending on Interest, projects such printmaking, artist books or materials experimentation may also be explored. Note: No class Oct 31 or Nov 28.

Use simple relief and stenciling techniques to create designs and patterns to print onto various materials such as fabric, leather, magnets, bags, or books. Experiment with our vintage printing press and learn how the art of printing extends into every-day life. Revamp that old hand bag, pillowcase or shirt or possibly think of unique, handmade holiday gifts!

This art theory class is for people who are fascinated by the power of color. Working in oil pastel and paint, we will study the difference between hues, tints, shades and tones. Participants will look at the emotional impact that colors can create and how color schemes suggest different moods. Note: Novus artists welcome. Supplies will be discussed first day.

This intriguing class will focus on visual dichotomies and storytelling. Realistic images in unrealistic scenes and combinations will be created in pencil, pen, and paint. We will look at art of the Surrealists throughout time, while we ourselves attempt dream journals from which to draw inspiration. Note: Novus artists welcome. Supplies will be discussed first day.

NOTE: Artists younger than 18 years need parental permission.

Produce museum-quality prints of your line drawings using centuries-old copper etching (intaglio) processes. This is a non-toxic introduction to intaglio techniques used by master artists like Leonardo DaVinci and Albrecht Durer. From landscape, still-life, figure or abstract—watch your image come to life on copper. Produce multiple copies from the same plate, your images will materialize, while experimenting with our vintage printing press! 

Learn basic technical skills if just starting out—such as observation, perspective, shadowing, and composition. For the more advanced student—expand your knowledge base. Benefit from individual guidance through a variety of skill-building projects, or purely enjoy a creative support system. All skill levels are welcome from beginning to advanced in dry or water based media. Note: Bring desired supplies or materials to purchase will be discussed first class.

Copper clay has similar properties to PMC (precious metal clay) and fires in a kiln in just 30 minutes. Make beautifully textured charms, pendents, or earrings. Depending on size—each student will make a minimum of two to four pieces as personal accessories or as the perfect gift. Note: Previous PMC experience a plus but not necessary. 

Learn the basics of working with silver precious metal clay (PMC) using stamps, textures and your own inspiration to make beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry. Participants will design and complete at least three or four pieces (pendants, earrings etc) in this workshop. Create these accessories for personal use or give as wonderfully unique gifts.

Create dazzling ornaments to catch the warming sun’s glow. Participants will work in both fused glass and stained glass processes and learn basic technical skills of copper foiling for stained glass and glass layering for kiln fused glass. These personally designed abstract or realistic patterned sun catchers are perfect for south facing windows, and make wonderful gifts!

In this workshop participants will focus on designing one-of-a-kind glass jewelry. Make at least four colorful glass pins, pendants or earrings using colorful dichroic glass to be kiln fired. Great for gift giving or add to your own personal collection.

During this one day workshop participants will create a functional flower “pocket” vase by fusing two sheets of glass together. You will also decorate the top sheet with other pieces of glass creating your own design. The vase will hang from a chain and can be mounted in a window or on a wall. Each piece will then be kiln fired.

Create a unique glass wind chime with fused glass. Students will be shown how to cut and layer the glass to make and design your own personal chimes. In addition, participants will be taught how to make braided copper loops, which are used to hang the chimes.

Make a pair of artsy and wonderfully warm wool mittens for the cold days ahead. Pick your personal color pallet of wool fibers, which are the key ingredients to felt making. In addition, learn surface embellishing techniques to personalize your own pair. The process uses water, so, dress for mess and be ready to roll up your sleeves. Note: Bring a bag lunch, 2 or 3 hand towels and an old bath towel.

Using wool roving and a variety of embellishment fibers, learn to felt a seamless 3-dimensional small vessel to hold trinkets, chocolates or simply for decoration. Choose bright or natural colors to “sculpt” a vessel into an organic or contemporary bowl or vase. For a two-in-one series it can also be designed to be reversible. The process uses water, so, dress for mess and be ready to roll up your sleeves. Note: Bring 2 or 3 hand towels and an old bath towel.

No patterns in this workshop. Make a stylish freeform scarf from soft wool fibers. A colorful meandering path, plus fringe and accents of silk and bamboo make each scarf one-of-a-kind. Learn traditional wet-felting techniques while completing this fun wool accessory. The process uses water, so, dress for mess and be ready to roll up your sleeves. Note: Bring a bag lunch, 2 to 3 hand towels and an old bath towel.

Learn to felt wool fibers using special barbed needles—yep, they’re sharp! Create jewelry, ornaments, gift tags and more. Be green by embellishing recycled wool sweater parts for a variety of accessories and adornments—possibilities are endless and make perfect gifts.

Learn the fascinating art of Nuno (Japanese for cloth) felting. Combine wool fibers and silk fabric for an beautiful felted table runner or wall hanging. Several embellishing techniques will be learned in class to add color and texture to the surface. Incorporate your own creative touches to create something truly unique. We’ll be working with water, so dress comfortably and get ready to roll up your sleeves! Note: Bring 2 to 3 hand towels and an old bath towel.