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Beginner Painting, ages 9-13
In this beginner's class, students will learn the fundamentals of painting while studying traditional and contemporary painters. Lessons will include color theory and basic techniques such as layering and highlighting. Working from still life, students will learn to break down objects to simple forms, then build in details. This class will provide the knowledge and confidence to tackle painting; beginning with acrylics and progressing to oils.
Instructor: Elizabeth Rocha
Thursdays, 3:00-5:30pm
July 2 - August 6
6 sessions M: $137 NM: $152 Materials: $35
How to Draw Manga, ages 14+
Want to know how Chobits, Inuyasha and Spiderman are sketched and set into complex adventures? Then this is the class for you. We will examine the conventions in character design, motion, storytelling, and setting. Using basic and advanced drawing techniques, students will create this exciting genre in their own style, while broadening their artistic skills.
Instructor: To Be Announced
Fridays 5:30-7:30 pm
July 3 - August 14
7 sessions M: $128 NM: $142 Materials: $30
Comics, ages 8+
Master the steps needed to make your own comic book. Learn character design, plotting and perspective. You will master all the tricks to creating a dynamic page turner. All you need is paper, pencils and a vivid imagination! Beginner and advanced students are welcome. Limited to 10.
Instructor: Joe Carrigg
Fridays 3:30-5:30 pm
July 10 - August 14
6 sessions M: $110 NM: $122 Materials: $35
Fantasy & Folk: Drawing & Painting
In this class students will refine their skills in drawing and painting while populating their worlds with fantastic characters. Working with colored pencil, ink, watercolor, and mixed media, students will learn to accurately render magical landscapes, playful still lifes and mystical figures.
Instructor: Elizabeth Rocha
Tuesdays, 4:00�6:00pm
June 30 - August 4
6 sessions M: $110 NM: $122 Materials: $35
Jewelry & Metalsmithing: A Metals Sampler
Learn to make beautiful jewelry with an introduction to metalsmithing techniques. Your teacher will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. You can make earrings, bracelets, brooches, boxes and more. Teachers will also introduce hollow forms, stone setting, stone inlay, repouss� and reticulation. Projects vary with experience level and teachers. Silver available for a small additional fee. Limited to 6.
Instructor: Leslie Shershow
Mondays, 2:30�5:30pm
July 6 � August 10
Instructor: TBA
Tuesdays, 2:30�5:30pm
July 7 � August 11
6 sessions M: $110 NM: $122 Materials: $35
Bookworms, ages 4-6
In this fun, creative class students will turn their favorite stories into artwork! From Eric Carle to Maurice Sendak to Dr. Suess, every class will begin with a favorite book in group story time and will be followed by age-appropriate and themed projects. The perfect chance to give your pre-school aged child a creative head start!
Instructor: TBA
Mondays, 2:30�4:30pm
June 29 - July 20
Instructor: TBA
Wednesdays, 2:30�4:30pm
July 1 - July 22
4 sessions M: $89 NM: $98 Materials: $35
Pottery & Wheelthrowing
Learn about the creative possibilities of clay. These classes will introduce students to hand-building techniques and the basics of wheelthrowing. Students will develop sensory skills, an understanding of balance and concepts of textures. Both individual and group instruction will be available. All projects will be kiln fired. Limited to 8.
ages 9-12, Instructor: Ann Fitzgerald
Mondays, 2:30�4:30pm
July 13- August 17
Ages 5-7, Instructor: Vanessa Irzyk
Tuesdays 3:30 - 5:30pm
July 14 - August 18
ages 8+, Instructor: Ann Fitzgerald
Wednesdays, 2:30�4:30pm
July 15 - August 19
ages 6-8, Instructor: TBA
Thursdays, 3:30�5:30pm
July 16 - August 20
ages 7-9, Instructor: Mark Mancuso
Fridays, 3:30�5:30pm
July 17 - August 21
ages 10+, Instructor: Vanessa Irzyk
Saturdays, 3:30�5:30pm
July 18 - August 22
6 sessions M: $110 NM: $122 Materials: $40
Parent & Child Pottery, ages 4�5
Spend time with your child sculpting clay. Make a zoo, create your own set of fun dinnerware, or use your imagination to invent fantastic clay sculptures! Limited to 4 pairs.
Instructor: Ann Fitzgerals
Fridays, 9:30 � 11:30 am or 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
July 17 - August 21
6 sessions M: $110 NM: $122 Materials: $40
Drawing & Painting, ages 4-6
Have fun learning the basics of drawing and painting. In these classes students will focus on drawing and painting skills, as well as trying their hand at collage and 3-D work. Students will use many different kinds of media: pencil, charcoal, tempera, pastel and more. Limited to 8.
Instructor: Peg Kane
Monday & Wednesday, 3:30�5:30pm
Section One: June 29 � July 22
Section Three: July 27�August 19
Tuesday & Thursday, 3:30�5:30pm
Section Two: June 30�July 23
Section Four: July 28�August 20
8 sessions M: $132 NM: $147 Materials: $35
Parent & Child Art Stations, ages 2-3
Have fun learning the basics of drawing and painting. In these classes students will focus on drawing and painting skills, as well as trying their hand at collage and 3-D work. Students will use many different kinds of media: pencil, charcoal, tempera, pastel and more. Limited to 8.
Instructor: Peg Kane
Fridays, 10:00am - 11:30pm
Section One: July 17�31
Section Two: August 7-21
3 sessions M: $50 NM: $55 Materials: $15
Moms, Dads and Tots, ages 2-3
Work creatively one-on-one with your child. We will use a variety of traditional art and household materials and will explore these in an open, expressive environment. There will be lively music, singing, and creative movement. Limited to 12 pairs. Each tot must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructors: Merrill Smith & Janet Ashton
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30am - 11:30pm
June 29, July 1, 6 and 8
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
June 30, July 2, 7 and 9
4 sessions M: $109 NM: $121 Materials: $20
Artventures
Ages 6-9
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm
Students learn about visual arts in a fun and non-competitive environment. Each week is based on an exciting theme. The students will explore painting, drawing, sculpting, collage, and more! Bring a packed lunch and a snack. Limited to 15.
One week session: M: $294 NM: $327 Materials $45
For each additional session: M: $265 NM: $294 Materials $45
June 24-26
Under the Sea
Lead Teacher: Peg Kane
Learn about the deep blue sea and create your own sea creatures and aquarium life!
3 Days: M: $176 NM: $196 Materials $30
June 29 - July 3
Ancient Egypt
Lead Teacher: Joe Carrigg
Travel back to the time of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs and the Great Pyramids.
July 6-10
Art Challenges
Lead Teacher: Vanessa Irzyk
Laughs will abound as your child spends an entire afternoon painting only with their feet or building a sculpture with only scotch tape. We�ll really think outside the box!
July 13-17
Join the Circus
Lead Teacher: Kristen Hoops
Explore the different spectacles of the circus and create your own. You will be able to use your imagination to create your own show and dazzle the class.
July 20-24
Pop Art
Lead Teacher: Joe Carrigg
Explore Warhol, Lichtenstein, and their bright fun artwork while you print and paint your own inspired pop art!
July 27 - 31
Art-chitecture
Lead Teacher: Vanessa Irzyk
Take a look at the cityscapes around us, especially the Boston skyline. We will observe the structures and styles of different buildings and use our observation to draw and paint our own city skylines.
August 3 - 7
Recycled Art
Lead Teacher: Kristen Hoops
Create eco-friendly works of art! Projects will include mosaics and sculptures built from recyclable materials.
August 10 - 14
Aztec World
Lead Teacher: Joe Carrigg
Learn about this ancient culture by making Aztec coins, mask and pyramids and building traditional Aztec games.
August 17 - 21
Wild West
Lead Teacher: Vanessa Irzyk
Saddle up and take a ride out to the frontier. We�ll take a look at life in the 19th century, the Land Runs, and the Gold Rush!
August 24 - 28
Outer Space
Lead Teacher: TBA
3-2-1 Blast off! Create two and three-dimensional representations of the solar system and other galaxies.
M: $294 NM: $327 Materials $45
For each additional session: M: $265 NM: $294 Materials $45
Summer Studios
Ages 10-16
Mon. - Thur., 10am - 2pm
Summer Studios is a two week program that offers young artists the opportunity to study drawing, painting, and ceramics in a focused, creative environment. After gaining familiarity and proficiency with pencil, brush, and clay, the student will be inspired to use these media for personal creative expression. Students study two hours of drawing and painting, and two hours of ceramics each day. Bring a lunch for the break. When you call to register, please specify age group: Ages 10-12 or Ages 13-16. Limited to 8 per age group.
July 13-23
with Wendy Soneson & Ann Fitzgerald
July 27 - August 6
with Elizabeth Rocha & Ann Fitzgerald
August 10 - 20
with Elizabeth Rocha & Ann Fitzgerald
One two-week session (8 classes): M: $353 NM: $393 Materials $55
For each additional session: M: $318 NM: $353 Materials $55
Jewelry & Metalsmithing: A Metals Sampler Intensive
This class will explore the different types of metals used in metalsmithing. Techniques include shaping, soldering, piercing, etching and embellishing in copper and brass. Silver available for a small additional fee. Limited to 6.
Ages 12+
Instructor: Heather Wang and Margaret Langdell
Mondays - Fridays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Section 1: Section 1: June 29 - July 3
Section 2: July 6 - 10
Section 3: July 13 - 17
Section 4: July 20 - 24
Section 5: July 27 - 31
Section 6: August 3 - 7
Section 7: August 10 - 14
5 sessions M: $153 NM: $170 Materials: $35