Saturday School (6-12 yrs)
Students meet for six Saturdays from 2 - 4 p.m. and work with professional art instructors to learn about a variety of artistic mediums. Saturday School offers professional art instruction, individual attention and fun and creative opportunities to art enthusiasts ages 6-12. Classes are registration based and cost $75 for the six-week session.
2011.12 includes four sessions.
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One :: Oct. 8 – Nov. 12 Weaving
Create fun projects beginning with a simple bookmark and ending with a beautiful woven bowl. This class is a great introduction to weaving and the fiber arts.
Instructor: Carleen Michener has taught art for the Irving ISD since 2009. She studied art education at the University of North Texas and has a strong enthusiasm for fiber based art.
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Two :: Jan. 7 – Feb. 11, 2012 Mixed media – exploring cultures with lines
Experiment with paint, pencils and mixed media to learn artistic styles from cultures around the world including Japan (sumi-e brushstroke painting), China (calligraphy and scrolls), the middle east (mosaics) and Africa (textile designs).
Instructor: Cindy Perreira has a BFA in interdisciplinary art (painting) and has been teaching art to children for over 12 years. Her studio, playful creations is in Keller, Tx, and she is currently completing her MA in Museum Studies.
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Three :: Feb. 18 – Mar. 24, 2012 3- D Art Exploration
Learn the principles of sculpting with a variety of materials using traditional and non-traditional methods including body casting and carved relief.
Instructor: Vet is a mixed media artist who incorporates environmental recycling awareness through her artwork, public arts commissions, arts education programs and workshops.
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Four :: Mar. 31 - May 5, 2012 Printmaking
Learn the basic principles of relief printmaking. Experience a bit of history while learning the oldest form of printmaking that dates back to the 8th century. Carve your own design in a soft block easy enough for all ages to use.
Instructor: Kim Black has a BFA in printmaking and art education. She is a working artist who has been teaching children art for six years.
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