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SUMMER 2021
VIRTUAL + IN-PERSON CLASSES
56 Island Street Lawrence, MA 01840
978-685-2343 info@essexartcenter.org
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THE POWER OF ART
YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH INTENSIVE IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
OUT OF THIS WORLD, Age 7-10 + Age 11-15
Virtual Class format: We will meet together using Zoom video conferencing. in-person with MARIANA, PHUONG, + LISA
An invite will be emailed to you before the first class session, and you'll need 3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7/6 − 7/8, $135
internet access on your computer, tablet, or phone to participate. Get ready to blast off to outer space and explore! Astronauts, aliens, and other
planets will inspire you to create something out of this world. Learn sculptural
In-Person Protocol: masked and socially distanced at EAC. Before enrolling, techniques as you build using recycled materials, Create one-of-a-kind digital
please read our policies. drawings with Procreate on the EAC iPads, and learn about color and texture as
you work with paints. Join us for three intensive mornings of creation, creativity,
EAC provides all materials for in-person youth programs. Please read the and collaboration. EAC provides all materials.
description for our virtual programs, where you will find the supply list.
FOOD EXPLORED THROUGH ART, Age 7-10
in-person with LILLI, MARIANA, + PHUONG
3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7/13 − 7/15, $135
The colors, textures, and our personal experiences with food will wet our artistic
palette. Inspired by artists like Claes Oldenburg and his gigantic Floor Burger,
we will create soft sculptures of our favorite foods. Using the EAC iPads and the
Procreate app, we will learn how to design our own food emoji. And finally,
using watercolors and acrylic paints, we will gain a better understanding of form
and color as we create food that looks real enough to eat! EAC provides all
materials.
YOUTH INTENSIVE VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
CLAY INTENSIVE, Age 11-15
STUDIO ARTS, Age 8+ in-person with MARIA SANCHEZ KOUASSI
virtual with LUBA SHAPIRO GRENADER 3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7/13 − 7/15, $135
4-days, Mon-Thu, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, 7/12 − 7/15, $90 Join us for three intensive mornings of creation, creativity, and collaboration.
Through your paintings, you'll visit a place you have been or would like to go. Learn how to throw on the potter's wheel in our clay studio, build projects by
Learn how to draw portraits of yourself, family, and friends. This workshop will hand, and decorate your completed forms with underglaze. EAC provides all
help you develop your own unique style while learning foundation skills in materials.
studio arts. Explore color, composition, and creative problem solving while
working with pencil, markers, and paints. Students will provide their own FANTASY WORLD, Age 7-10 + Age 11-15
materials, supply list HERE. in-person with TENA, MARIANA, + PHUONG
3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7/20 − 7/22, $135
SCULPT + BUILD, Age 6+ Monsters, dragons, gnomes, and fairies. What clever creatures can you design
virtual with GEORGIA RENFROE as you develop your own fantasy world? Learn how to create your own digital
4-days, Mon-Thu, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 7/26 − 7/29, $90 cartoon character using the EAC iPads. Sculpt dragons or gnomes out of clay.
On each day of this four-day workshop, students will embark on a new creative Bring your imagination to life as you paint landscapes of these secret worlds.
adventure. Students will sculpt and build fun and imaginative three-dimensional EAC provides all materials. EAC provides all materials.
works of art. We will use many recycled materials that students have at home
combined with some basic art supplies. Students will provide their own ANIMALS, Age 7-10 + Age 11-15
materials, supply list HERE. in-person with LILLI, TENA, MARIANA, + PHUONG
3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 7/27 − 7/29, $135
CRASH COURSE IN STOP-MOTION, Age 10+ From pets to wildlife, we will capture the spirit of animals as we depict them in
virtual with OONA TAPER masking tape + wire sculptures, digital paintings, and charcoal drawings. Let's
4-days, Mon-Thu, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 8/9 − 8/12, $120 think about how we share our planet with these amazing creatures and discuss
Students will learn the basics of claymation and video production. We will talk the myths and legends of animals as they inspire our artistic creations. EAC
about character design, storyboarding, animation, video editing, and sound provides all materials.
editing. By the end of the class, students will have made their own short
animation and have all the skills and tools they need to make their own films. MIX IT UP, Age 7-10 + Age 11-15
Students will provide their own materials, supply list HERE. in-person with TENA, MARIANA, + LISA
3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 8/3 − 8/5, $135
Each morning we will work with a different instructor in a different medium. Let's
mix it up as we learn hand sewing techniques to create a personalized
drawstring bag. Find your calm as you discover the art of zentangles and
mandalas. Discover your goofy side as you develop your own cartoon
characters and learn some digital drawing techniques using the EAC iPad and
the Procreate app. EAC provides all materials.
STUDIO TIME, Age 7-10 + Age 11-15
in-person with CLAIRE, LISA, + MARIANA
3-days, Tue-Thu, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 8/10 − 8/12, $135
Join us in the studio for three intense mornings of creative fun! Explore gesture
drawing and study facial proportions as you create portraits on canvas. Learn
the art of needle felting as you form colorful soft sculptures. And finally, using
the EAC iPads, learn how simple lines and shapes can transform into an
animated object as you create your own gif. EAC provides all materials.
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WEEKLY IN-PERSON YOUTH CLASSES WEEKLY VIRTUAL YOUTH CLASSES
CLAY SCULPTURES, Age 7+ FASHION ILLUSTRATION, Age 8+
in-person with TENA MILLARD virtual with LUBA SHAPIRO GRENADER
6-wks, Thursday, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 5-wks, Wednesday, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
7/1 − 8/12, no class 7/15, $145 7/21 − 8/18, $75
Learn a variety of clay forming techniques, including pinch, coil, and slab. Enter the exciting world of Fashion Design by creating and illustrating your own
Explore decorating your clay surface using stamping, carving, painting, and designs. Learn how to develop your own style and unique designs inspired by
more. EAC provides all materials. nature, history, the future, and your own interests. Discover various techniques
of illustrating your fashions using pencils, markers, and collage; design your
HAND SEWING, Age 8+ own fabric patterns, shoes, accessories, and create fun environments for your
in-person with TENA MILLARD models. We will discuss the basics of fashion figure proportions, face modeling,
4-wks, Monday, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM and composition. Students will provide their own materials, supply list HERE.
7/19 − 8/9, $100
Learn the art of hand sewing as you create a variety of fun projects. The PERSPECTIVE DRAWING, Age 10+
instructor will share various sewing techniques such as the running stitch, virtual with SAM AMAN
invisible stitch, blanket stitch, and whip stitch to incorporate into your projects. 6-wks, Monday, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Create a keychain, a stuffed animal, a drawstring bag, and more! EAC provides 7/12 − 8/16, $135
all materials. If you've ever wanted to learn how to draw from your imagination, but you've
always struggled with believability and being able to translate what is in your
WHEEL-THROWING, Age 10+ head onto the paper, then this course is for you. Using the rules of perspective
in-person with DINA COLLIER drawing, you will begin to learn how to use visual tricks, construction lines, and
7-wks, Wednesday, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM technical drawing fundamentals to create characters, worlds, objects, or
6/30 − 8/11, $210 whatever you want to draw from your own head. Students will provide their own
Students will learn how to center, throw and trim using the potter's wheel. With materials, supply list HERE.
lots of practice, you will learn to make bowls, cups, and other forms. Explore
decorative techniques to complete wheel-thrown forms. EAC provides all INTRO TO DIGITAL ART WITH PROCREATE, Age 10+
materials. virtual with MARIANA MARTINS
6-wks, Tuesday, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
THE LANGUAGE OF COLOR, Age 10+ 7/13 − 8/17, $135
in-person with LILLI LEGGIO Students will immerse themselves in the world of digital art by learning how to
6-wks, Thursday, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM draw and animate on the iPad using the Procreate app. Learn the tools and
7/8 − 8/12, $135 secrets that professional illustrators and digital artists have been using to create
Paul Gauguin once said, "Color! What a deep and mysterious language, the stunning digital masterpieces, animations, and narratives. Students must
language of dreams." Using vibrant paints, tempera cakes, and pastels, we will download the Procreate app, have an iPad running iOS version 13.2 or later, and
bask in the awesomeness of color by painting like modern artists—abstract an iPad pencil. You can find the Procreate app HERE.
expressionists like Jackson Pollock, Helen Frankenthaler, and Hans Hofmann,
who poured their emotions into action painting and pop artists like Roy
Lichtenstein and Romero Britto, whose fun, color-splashed comics and cartoon-
like imagery are a blast to recreate. EAC provides all materials.
DRAWING YOUR SELF PORTRAIT IN CHARCOAL, Age 12+
in-person with MARGIE CARRIER
6-wks, Tuesday, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
7/6 − 8/10, $135 We give back to our community
The purpose of this workshop is for students to improve their drawing abilities
with charcoal through the self-portrait. The focus of the exercise is to discipline
the eye to see the relationship of values, angles, proportions, and edges as
presented by the visual impression. Students will draw their self-portraits with LAWRENCE, MA
charcoal. Reference photos will be taken on the first day of class. Basic handling RESIDENTS (18 and under)
and sharpening of the charcoal and how to create a wide value range will also
be taught. This class will be beneficial to students of any skill level to improve
their drawing skills. The workshop will arm the students with concepts that can 75% OFF
continue to improve their drawing abilities of any subject. If continued to
exercise and discipline the eye by comparing visual relationships, the student
will improve their drawing skills exponentially! EAC provides all materials. USE CODE
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ADULT PROGRAMS
Virtual Class format: We will meet together using Zoom video conferencing.
An invite will be emailed to you before the first class session, and you'll
need internet access on your computer, tablet, or phone to participate.
In-Person Protocol: masked and socially distanced at EAC. Before enrolling,
please read our policies.
Supplies: Please read class description regarding supplies.
ART HISTORY
WHAT DO THE WORKERS WANT? EDVARD MUNCH'S CHOCOLATE
FACTORY MURALS, Adult
virtual with MARY BLACKBURN CLAY STUDIO
1-day, Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 7/14, $20
In 1921, Edvard Munch was commissioned to paint a series of murals for the The EAC clay studio is fully equipped with hand-building and wheel-throwing
Oslo Freia Chocolate factory; these were installed in the women's lunchroom. tools, a slab roller, and wheels. Limited open studio time is available to those
Together, we will use these murals to complicate our presumptions about just enrolled in our weekly adult clay classes. Fired to cone 04 for bisque and cone 6
who the worker is; how her image and aesthetic taste are imagined by herself for glaze, EAC offers two clay bodies to choose from, a chocolate brown
rather than by her boss and the artist. Finally, let's imagine what public murals stoneware with some grog, and a mid-fire white stoneware, smooth in texture.
might look like when their actual constituents determine the style and content. Students will be given one 25 lb. bag of clay to create work. Those who want to
Where does this leave the artist now? create more work may purchase additional clay at $50 (25 lbs.) or $25 (12.5 lbs.).
This cost includes bisque and glaze firing. Students are limited to a total of 75
4 MODERNIST SCULPTORS, Adult lbs. of clay per session; this includes the clay you are given when class begins.
virtual with JIM ZINGARELLI
3-wks, Friday, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 8/6 − 8/20, $65
In this art history class, we will examine the work of 4 modernist sculptors over
the course of 3 online zoom classes. We'll begin with Constantin Brancusi (early BUILDING CLAY FORMS WITH SLAB, Adult
20th century), move on to Barbara Hepworth (mid-century), Marisol (late mid- in-person with TENA MILLARD
century), and finally Martin Puryear (late 20th-early 21st century). In each case, 7-wks, Monday, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
we'll explore the evolving nature of modernist sculpture (referencing other 6/28 − 8/16, no class 7/5, $315
sculptors as well), each working within both traditional and new methods & Learn how to transform a flat piece of clay, known as a slab, into various
materials, and the context in which their work unfolded. The class will conclude functional forms. The instructor will demonstrate proper slab construction,
with a brief look at Jim Zingarelli's sculptural work, which has been influenced manipulation, and connection to create forms such as mugs, vases, containers,
by a modernist aesthetic and, more particularly, by all of these sculptors. and small plates. Decorative techniques will also be covered, such as pressing
patterns, carving, and underglaze application. No clay experience necessary.
Class cost includes 25 lbs of clay and bisque and glaze firing of projects.
CLAY TIME, Adult
FIBER in-person with DINA COLLIER
7-wks, Monday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 6/28 − 8/16, no class 7/5, $315
7-wks, Tuesday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 6/29 − 8/10, $315
FABRIC COLLAGE ...an Eye-Opening Color Workshop, Adult
7-wks, Wednesday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 6/30 − 8/11, $315
in-person with KAREN NASTUK
Students of all levels will work on individual projects through hand-building
1-day, Monday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 7/12, $45
and/or wheel-throwing. The instructor will guide students in creating projects
Want the depth of Rembrandt and the sparkle of Sargent? With three hours of
that push the limits of clay and their creativity. Learn how to complete forms
practice reproducing a scene using fabric, you'll train your brain and eyes to see
through glaze decoration. Lots of demonstrations and one-on-one instruction
color more accurately, which will make you a better painter! How dark can a
provided. All levels welcome. Class cost includes 25 lbs of clay and bisque and
white chair be? Does a white buoy have a white reflection? Please bring five
glaze firing of projects.
color photographs or magazine scenes. You will recreate one in fabric. These
images should have objects close and far away to help you understand the
CLAY OPEN STUDIO, Adult
depth of field.
in-person with TENA MILLARD
7-wks, Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MODERN WEAVING MINI-SERIES, Adult
6/30 − 8/11, $315
in-person with KARA DULIN
Students of all levels will work on individual projects through hand-building
4-wks, Thursday, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
and/or wheel-throwing. The instructor will guide students in creating projects
7/15 − 8/5, $135
that push the limits of clay and their creativity. Learn how to complete forms
This 4-week weaving series is designed for either beginner or intermediate
through glaze decoration. Lots of demonstrations and one-on-one instruction
students with an emphasis on weaving exploration through the use of texture,
provided. All levels welcome. Class cost includes 25 lbs of clay and bisque and
color, and mixed media features. We'll begin with instruction of basic modern
glaze firing of projects.
weaving techniques to create a mini wall hanging and continue our exploration
into other areas of weaving, including the use of roving, radial looms, and
beading. The instructor provides all the materials.
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PAINTING + COLLAGE DRAWING
PAINTED PAPERS + COLLAGE, Adult FROM PENCILS TO BRUSHES: A JOURNEY FROM DRAWING TO
in-person with KATHY REMING WATERCOLOR, Adult
2-day, $180 virtual with MARY ANN MCCARTHY MCARDLE
Saturday, 6/26, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM + Sunday, 6/27, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6-wks, Tuesday, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 7/6 − 8/10, $125
Are you interested in college and looking for new ways to create unique We begin with basic exercises to sharpen our observation and drawing skills.
papers? This weekend workshop will be filled with lots of painting and printing These skills become the foundation for learning about watercolor and its basic
techniques to create a large supply of collaged papers. We will learn about techniques, exploring colors, values, shapes and spaces, and the world around
color combinations and mixing with a variety of different paints. Explore color, us. Some experience with drawing and watercolor painting is helpful but not
texture, light, space, and movement. We will be playing with different kinds of required. A desire to discover and grow in both dry and wet media are essential.
marks, stamping, rolling, printmaking, transfers, trace monotypes, stencils, and Students will provide their own materials, supply list HERE.
more. We will spend time on the second day making collages. Come join in on a
creative weekend! All levels are welcome. EAC provides some materials, and COPYING A MASTER IN PASTEL, Adult
students will provide additional materials, supply list HERE. in-person with MARGIE CARRIER
6-wks, Tuesday, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM, 7/6 − 8/10, $210
TECHNIQUES FOR A SURREAL COLLAGE, Adult Students will improve their skills by copying the brilliant works of Edgar Degas.
in-person with PACO COLOM Copying a master can unveil the secrets of how the art was created. Images of
1-day, Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, 7/14, $30 Degas's pastels will be provided for students to choose from. The focus is to
In this 2 hour class, you will be presented with several collages and mix media discipline the eye to see relationships of value, chroma, color, and edges. By
techniques to enable unique self-expression using magazine images. You will copying a master's pallet, students will understand how Degas created harmony
be encouraged to create your own work of art. In this step-by-step class, you will and unity with color. Students will provide their own materials, supply list HERE.
be encouraged to think visually and view images and magazine pictures
differently by observing themes, lines, colors, and shapes. You will challenge ANATOMY OF A PORTRAIT, Adult
reality by using a method called "shattering" and techniques called virtual with SAM AMAN
"juxtapositioning" and "hybrid collage," which is the idea of putting unexpected 6-wks, Monday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 7/12 − 8/16, $170
images together and playing with scale. Students will provide their own Portraiture is one of the most sought-after skills when people think of 2D art and
materials, supply list HERE. design. However, as many of us know, capturing the human face in all of its
complexity can feel daunting and often discourages most folks from pursuing the
TÉCNICAS PARA UN COLLAGE SURREALISTA, Adult subject matter at all. Not to worry! Rendering the face is possible with just a few
in-person with PACO COLOM tricks and techniques. If you have always wanted to learn how to draw the human
1-day, Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, 7/21, $30 face with real systems and step by step processes that don't feel esoteric, join me!
En esta clase de 2 horas, se le presentarán varias técnicas de collage y medios Students will provide their own materials, supply list HERE.
mixtos para permitir una autoexpresión única utilizando imágenes de revistas.
Se le animará a crear su propia obra de arte. En esta clase de paso a paso, se lo
alentará a pensar visualmente y a ver imágenes y fotografías de revistas de
diferentes maneras mediante la observación de líneas, colores y formas.
Desafiará la realidad utilizando un método llamado "destrozo" y técnicas
llamadas “Yuxtaposicionamiento” y “collage híbrido” que es la idea de juntar
imágenes inesperadas y jugar con la escala. Los estudiantes proporcionarán
sus propios materiales, lista de suministros AQUÍ.
PAINTING ABSTRACTION WITH ACRYLICS, Adult
in-person with JENN WOOD
5-wks, Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
7/14 − 8/11, $175
Develop your visual language as you paint to reveal form, color, texture, and
light. Begin with fun, highly creative projects, progressing to develop and refine
your work. Utilize painting exercises, visual references, photos +/or sketches, to
abstract imagery of organisms, objects, scenes, or figures - real or imagined.
Challenge your practice to re-think compositions and explore different ways of
painting. Spontaneity, experimentation, and personal content are encouraged.
Demos, guidance, and critiques are provided. All levels are welcome. Students
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will provide their own materials, supply list HERE.
ACRYLIC PAINTING 101, Adult
virtual with SAM AMAN SENIORS (60+)
7-wks, Wednesday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7/14 − 8/18, $195
Painting can be a daunting endeavor for anyone, even a seasoned draftsman. If
you have ever wanted to learn to use acrylic paints to capture still life, scenery,
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landscapes, and portraits, this course is made for you. Using the elements and
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principles of art and design, students will learn basic to advanced color theory,
brush techniques, and surface preparation to render objects, scenery, and SENIOR10
portraiture. Students do not need fancy materials or a studio setup. Some basic
drawing skills are ideal but not necessary. Students will provide their own
materials, supply list HERE.
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Instead of Essex Art Center's annual "New Paint" event, this year, we're throwing a
free, community-wide Block Party on Saturday, August 21. We hope to see you
there! The Block Party will serve as our grand reopening celebration. It will
include an art exhibition and sale, which will showcase the region's diverse artistic
talents. And, we're planning to add even more color to our vibrant city - through
public art activations throughout Lawrence. We can't wait for you to see it!
To support these initiatives and sustain our mission, we need to raise $100,000
over the next six months. It's ambitious, but with your help, we know we can do it.
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