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Winter
BBAC Prog ra m G u id e
2019
01| 07 – 03 | 30
Leman Lambert, Joe, oil, detail
01/07 – 03/30 2019
Winter Magic at the BBAC! Spring /Summer
Youth & Teen Camps 59
Mark Your Calendars! 03
Spring Break Camp 60-61
Working for You at the BBAC Summer Camps 61
From the President & CEO 04
BBAC Policies & Membership 62-63
Board of Directors & BBAC Staff 05
Policies 62
Education Membership 63
Winter Registration Information 06
ArtAccess @ the BBAC 64-69
About the Cover Artist 07
Adult Class Level Descriptions 08 ArtBridge 65
The Art of Caregiving 66
Adult Classes & Workshops 9 Meet Me @ the BBAC 66
Art Tours & Meetings 10 Studio 1 67
Art & Business 10 Planet Lori Art Camp 68
Book Art 11-12 Sundays @ the Center 69
Ceramic Arts 13-15 Seniors @ the Center 69
Drawing 16-20
Drawing & Painting 21-23 Support 70-80
Fiber Arts 24
S hop!
Donor Listings 70-74
Jewelry & Metalsmithing 25-29 Tributes 75
Jewelry & Polymer Clay 30 Scholarships 76-77
Mixed Media 30-31 Shop & Champagne / Holiday Shop 78
Painting 32-43 Fine Art of Summer Thank You 79
Photography 44 Event Rentals 80
Printmaking 45-46
Sculpture 46 Inside Back Cover
Winter Exhibition Schedule
High School Classes 47
Portfolio Development / TAB Program 48
Back Cover
Grades 9 – 12 48-50 Winter Registration Schedule
above: Kristin Perkins, Earrings
Middle School Classes 51
Grades 6 – 8 52-53
Elementary School Classes 54
Grades 1 – 5 55-56
A R T I S T I C | D I S T I N C T I V E | B E A U T I F U L
Preschool & Kindergarten Classes 57
Ages 4 & Up / Family Classes 58
above: BBAC South Façade, photo by Balthazar Korab
Gallery Shop Hours:
Monday–Thursday, 9am-6pm
Friday & Saturday, 9am-5pm BBAC PROGRAM GUIDE 1 Register online at BBArtCenter.org
Mark Your Calendars
for Winter Magic @ the BBAC!
Registration Dates & Information Membership
For current registration information, see page 6. Benefits students with early registration dates
and a big savings on classes. If you are not a mem-
ber yet, sign up when you register for classes,
Adult Classes
and instantly save money! For more information,
BBAC offers outstanding visual art studio classes see page 63.
and workshops for adults at all levels and media.
Want to get started but have questions or need
guidance? Give us a call at 248.644.0866
The Art Café
so we can help place you in the class that is best The Art Café will be serving lunch in the Commons
for YOU! See pages 9–46. Gallery Monday–Friday, beginning on January 7
@ noon. Thank goodness for Jocelyn & Betty’s
hot soup!
Youth & Teen Classes
Explore a variety of studio art classes offered for
preschool through high school and adult/child
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printmaking, fashion, animation, portfolio prepara- and choose Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center.
tion and more.
Applying to an art school? Winter is the perfect time
Shop Kroger
to expand your application and the BBAC educa-
tion staff can assist you with selecting the right
& Earn Money for the BBAC!
course to fulfill your needs. See pages 48-61. Kroger will donate back to the nonprofit organiza-
tion of your choice. Use your Kroger Plus card and
sign up—every time you use your card the BBAC
ArtAccess @ The BBAC
gets a percentage! Go to kroger.com and click
“Art for All” is our vision statement and we make on the “Plus Card.” Then proceed to “get started”
it happen with opportunities for groups and or log-in to your existing account.
individuals, with focus that ranges from individuals
with Alzheimer’s to talented but underserved high
school students, to special needs populations.
Looking Ahead…Spring Term 2019
For specific programs, see pages 64-69. April 8 – June 22
Closed Memorial Day Holiday, May 25-27
BBAC Exhibitions
See inside back cover for list of winter exhibitions. Registration Dates for:
Spring Term: Classes & Workshops
Scholarships Spring & Summer: Youth Art Camps
Know someone who deserves an art class but may • Contributing Members:
not be able to afford the tuition? The BBAC has Thurs–Saturday, March 7– 9, 2019 @ 9 am – 5 pm
several scholarship opportunities for those in need. • Member Registration:
For more information, see pages 76-77. Monday, March 11, 2019 @ 9 am
• Open Registration:
Monday, March 18, 2019 @ 9 am
BBAC Archival Photo: In the BBAC Tunnel
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From the President & CEO Board of Directors & BBAC Staff
BBAC Board BBAC Contacts @ 248.644.0866
“Art is when you hear a knocking from your soul— Robert Chiaravalli David Blasco, Facilities Staff — Ext 126
and you answer.” Terri Guillemets — Vice Chair DaveBlasco@BBArtCenter.org
Anthony Brazeau, Facilities Staff — Ext 126
Lois DeBacker
AnthonyBrazeau@BBArtCenter.org
As we approach another season of heightened activity and gift-giving, I am struck by what can be a simple Secretary
Elise Brogan, Gallery Shop & Holiday Shop Coordinator — Ext 101
pleasure of getting lost in art. Tapping into your own creativity can be a time to give a few hours to yourself Patty Eisenbraun EliseBrogan@BBArtCenter.org
—quiet time to explore a new path or discover that inner spark which might unleash a new passion or path. Vice Chair Cynthia Mills Good, Vice President/Programs — Ext 107
Art-looking is another way to creatively reflect—and the BBAC’s dozen or more exhibits offer ample CindiMills@BBArtCenter.org
Lynn Forbush
opportunity to view and ponder original art. Amy Kantgias, Director of Exhibitions — Ext 103
Maggie Greene Exhibitions@BBArtCenter.org
I continue to be inspired by everything that happens at the BBAC: Immediate Ellie Keys, Facilities Staff — Ext 126
• Gifts of art are so readily available, whether it’s a favorite piece from an exhibition or one of the many Past Chair EllieKeys@BBArtCenter.org
trinkets to be found in the upcoming Holiday Shop or year-round Gallery Shop. Ben Krawczak, Facilities Staff
Michael Lewandowski
• Our ongoing programming of art classes and workshops for all ages and levels bring individuals Julie Laforet, ArtAccess Coordinator — Ext 111
Maria Marcotte JulieLaforet@BBArtCenter.org
from pre-school to seniors who choose to explore the creative spirit, the fundamentals of painting,
Chair Susan Owens, Youth Programs & ArtAccess Director — Ext 128
drawing, ceramics, and jewelry/metals to more advanced variations in just about every media, SusanOwens@BBArtCenter.org
from book arts to rivets to fiber to sculpture. Brianna McNamara
Gwenn Rosseau, Vice President/Finance — Ext 105
• The amazing, talented artists who choose to share their time and talent by teaching here. Judith McNeeley GwennRosseau@BBArtCenter.org
• The BBAC ArtAccess programs that continue to enhance lives by providing important creative Laura Ryan, Ceramic Department Technician
Ryan J. Pickens LauraRyan@BBArtCenter.org
opportunities.
Stacy Reeves Cyndi Shay, Office & Finance Assistant —
Ext 101
• The generosity of friends and supporters who believe and/or participate in all we do, and who share
CyndiShay@BBArtCenter.org
our vision of “art for all.” Jessica Woll Diane Taylor, Executive Assistant — Ext 110
Chair-Elect DianeTaylor@BBArtCenter.org
In this season, I must reiterate that among our greatest gifts is YOU—our students and community.
Ellie Tury, Finance/Student Service Associate — Ext 109
I’m looking forward to spending the new year with you all.
EllieTury@BBArtCenter.org
Annie VanGelderen, President & CEO — Ext 108
AnnieVanGelderen@BBArtCenter.org
With my best regards, Dale Warren, Facilities Staff — Ext 126
DaleWarren@BBArtCenter.org
Instructor Diane Roach Smith,
Hello, watercolor
Teaching
Annie VanGelderen Adult Classes: Cynthia Mills Good | CindiMills@BBArtCenter.org — Ext 107
Youth & Teen Classes: Susan Owens | SusanOwens@BBArtCenter.org — Ext 128
P.S. — Speaking of “the season,” do join us
Exhibits
for Shop & Champagne, November 28, 6:30 – 9:00pm,
Amy Kantgias | Exhibitions@BBArtCenter.org — Ext 103
and Holiday Shop, November 29 – December 20,
to support the BBAC, local artists, and find truly creative gifts Gallery Shop & Holiday Shop
for people you love! Elise Brogan | EliseBrogan@BBArtCenter.org — Ext 101
Art Birmingham, the BBAC’s annual fine art fair
Contact The Guild of Artists & Artisans | TheGuild.org — 734.662. 3382
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Winter Registration Info About the Cover Artist
above: MFAC 2018 Opening Reception
Winter Term 2019 for Adults, Teens & Youth: January 7 – March 30
Get instant class discounts when you become a member
Early Registration for Contributing Members: by Phone and In Person Only
Thursday – Saturday, November 15–17, 2018 @ 9 am – 5 pm
Basic Members Registration: Online, by Phone or In Person
Begins Monday, November 19, 2018 @ 9 am
above: Instructor Leman Lambert, Portrait of Gilda Snowden, oil, detail
Open Registration: Online, by Phone or In Person About the Cover Artist: Leman Lambert
Begins Monday, November 26, 2018 @ 9am Leman Lambert is an artist/portrait painter from Detroit, Michigan. Inspired by people and their individuality,
Online: BBArtCenter.org he searches for the characteristics that make each person unique, and strives to create works that evoke
Phone: 248.644.0866 human interaction such as “Joe” on the front cover and “Gilda,” above.
In Person: 1516 South Cranbrook Road He has work in corporate and private collections throughout Michigan, is currently an adjunct drawing pro-
[ @ 14 Mile Road & Cranbrook Road, where Evergreen turns into Cranbrook Road ]
fessor at College for Creative Studies where he earned his BFA, and is a drawing instructor at Birmingham
Bloomfield Art Center.
BBAC Office & Gallery Hours — January 7 – March 30
Monday–Thursday, 9 am – 6 pm | Friday & Saturday, 9 am – 5pm Check out his Drawing Foundations classes on Wednesdays.
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Adult Class Level Descriptions
BBAC offers a range of adult classes & workshops, tailored specifically to fit the needs of each
student, from beginner to advanced. Use the guide below to decide which class level is right
for you. If you need guidance, please call 248.644.0866 and speak to a member of our staff.
Introductory Level Level 1
For students with no previous For the beginner student with some art back-
art experience. ground, but still needing instruction in basic art
skills and techniques.
Class work includes learning basic art terms and
studio fundamentals while exploring materials
and mediums in a comfortable, non-threatening Level 2
environment.
For the student who has already acquired basic
knowledge of art terms, fundamentals and skills,
All Levels but wants further instruction to improve technique
and begin discovering their own style.
Includes Fundamentals Classes
Classes labeled “All Levels” are for students Level 3
who have some previous experience (Level One +)
or those who want to learn and experiment with For the advanced student who requires more
a new medium. If you have never taken an art class independence along with interaction and encour-
previously, please register for an introductory class. agement from the instructor to help develop
a unique artistic expression.
= Drop-in Studio
Level 4+
= Family Studio For the advanced independent student who has
done extensive exploration of their own media
of choice, and desires more in depth study and
= Introductory critiques from their instructor and fellow advanced
level students.
= New
About this Catalog
BBAC
= Portfolio Development This catalog is printed months in advanced of registra-
Nobuko Yamasaki, End of the Day, woodblock print
tion and there may be changes to information such as
= Prerequisite dates, times, instructors, descriptions, # of sessions,
and fees, that occurred after the print date. Whenever
possible, please check our classes on the BBAC
= Workshop website to see any updates, or call 248.644.0866
and a member of our staff will answer any questions
you may have. Also, please review your receipt after
registering to make sure you are registered for the
correct class, and note the start dates.
Adult Classes & Studios
The BBAC staff wants to ensure your registration
experience is positive, and we appreciate your help!
For all students ages 18+ unless otherwise specified
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Art Tours & Creative Meetings Adult Classes & Workshops
TOURS & MEETINGS ART & BUSINESS BOOK ART
Art Tours Art & Business: Bookbinding/ Printing:
The Birmingham Bloomfield Art Tours Group offers
Building a Website/ Blog The Printed Book
exciting monthly visits to artists’ studios, galleries, Instructor: Kim Fay Instructor: Laura Beyer
museums, homes and other sites of artistic interest. This workshop will help you launch a user-friendly
This class will focus on creating original prints
These are day trips by bus, with a stop for lunch. website that you can manage yourself. You will that will be used as content for handmade books.
To explore this opportunity or to be added to the learn how to upload photos, add links and gadgets Students will learn a number of versatile printmak-
substitute list, call: such as “buy now” and social media share buttons. ing techniques and book structures.
Arlene Oppenheim @ 248.885.8543 We will also cover how to drive traffic to your new
or Carol Kobosh @ 248.788.4941 site and start selling! You will need a laptop (ideal) 1120.22.01.19 Levels 1 & 2
or tablet with internet capabilities. Mondays, January 7 – March 25
No Class January 21
2101.52.01.19 All Levels 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 11 sessions
Saturdays, January 12, 19 & 26 $279 Members, $319 Guests, $35 Materials Fee
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 3 sessions
$144 Members, $184 Guests Bookbinding:
Intermediate/ Advanced
The Business of Art Instructor: Laura Beyer
Instructor: Laura Whitesides Host Ever wanted to learn how to make handmade
books? This class will cover a variety of binding
This seminar offers practical advice to artists inter-
structures designed for function and aesthet-
ested in gaining greater visibility and recognition for
ics. Students will be encouraged to build on their
their artwork. Making art and thinking about busi-
knowledge throughout the course and to create
ness issues are not mutually exclusive. Discussions
beautiful one-of-a-kind book structures.
will cover presentation, promotion, documentation,
exhibition of work including prices and the benefits 1120.52.02.19 All Levels
of networking. Instructor Laura Host is a founding Mondays, January 7 – March 25
member of Lawrence Street Gallery since 1987, an No Class January 21
artist-run gallery whose mission is to showcase the above: Instructor Laura Beyer, marbling/ printing/ bookbinding
4:15 pm – 7:15 pm, 11 sessions
works of SE Michigan artists.
$279 Members, $319 Guests, $35 Materials Fee
below: Instructor Laura Beyer, Longstitch, book art
2101.52.02.19 All Levels
Saturday, March 23
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 1 session
above: Gallery Tours Group on Location
$48 Members, $88 Guests, $5 Materials Fee
Creative Meetings & Workshops
Many opportunities exist for your business or
organization to create something unique in an art
studio atmosphere. Each workshop is designed
specifically to meet the needs of the group and fees
are based on chosen project, instructor and cost of
supplies. Catering can also be arranged
for daytime or evening workshops.
For more information, contact:
Annie VanGelderen at 248.644 - 0866 Ext. 108
or email AnnieVanGelderen@BBArtCenter.org
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Adult Classes & Workshops Adult Classes & Workshops
BOOK ART BOOK ART CER AMIC ARTS CER AMIC ARTS*
Book Art: Bookbinding/ The BBAC Ceramic Arts Department *Classes Listed by Day of Week
Heart & Soul Art Journal Printmaking Workshop: We offer students of all levels, ages and
Instructor: Kerry Yaklin Monoprint Concertina Binding abilities numerous opportunities to learn Mondays
Instructor: Laura Beyer about ceramic arts and interact with other
Art journaling is joyful and freeing! Ceramics Foundations: All Levels
This class embraces exploration and creative play
ceramic artists in the community.
This workshop will begin with a monoprinting dem-
as a tool for relaxation, de-stressing, and personal onstration and print session. We will take a lunch Ceramic adult offerings include classes Instructor: Tracey Priska
insight. Students explore the effects that different break and then transform our prints into a beautiful, for first-time students as well as advanced Experience working with clay using basic founda-
art materials and techniques produce for conveying one-of-a-kind book. artists. Our offerings cover: tions taught through an exploration of techniques;
their individual ideas and feelings on guided topics learn practical methods of ceramic arts such as
• Handbuilding
each week. 2120.52.01.19 All Levels wheel-throwing, handbuilding, surface decoration
• Wheel-throwing
This is a mixed-media class where various Saturday, January 26 and glazing. Electric kiln-firing will be available and
• Slip-casting, Mold-making; Tile-making
techniques will be put to use in creative ways for 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 1 session each person will be working at his or her own level
• Surface Design/ Decoration
unique visual pages. Some visual effects explored $75 Members, $115 Guests, $10 Materials Fee with the guidance of the instructor.
• Generous open studio time to hone newly
will include (but not limited to): drawing, painting,
acquired skills (6 hours extra each week, 1104.52.01.19 All Levels
stencils/stamping and collage.
not including holidays) Mondays, January 7 – March 25
New skills such as the use of design elements,
• Independent Study for intermediate/ advanced
composition for emphasis, color schemes, and 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
students (without instruction in the summer)
visual layering are utilized to play with creative $304 Members, $344 Guests
• Occasional Specialty Workshops
expression of your distinctive artistic voice that $60 Materials/Studio Fee
resonates an original representation of you. In an
open classroom environment students can expect Ceramics: Handbuilt
to participate in group discussions about content, Sculptural & Functional Forms
technique examples and demonstrations, and
hands on experimentation. Instructor: Tracey Priska
Come with an open mind and a curious spirit and In this class participants will experiment with and
watch your inner world take form before your eyes explore handbuilding techniques such as pinching,
and to your hearts delight! coiling, slab construction and subtractive methods
Students must provide a journal of their choosing to create both sculptural and functional forms.
(design/size/shape) to work in, scissors, and pencil Class time will also include technical demonstra-
or pen. Recycled or scrap materials are tions, group discussions and presentation of
encouraged, as well. contemporary, ceramic work. Students will be
encouraged to work at their own pace and skill
1120.52.03.19 All Levels
level with guided instruction to continue developing
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
their own personal expression.
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $20 Materials Fee 1104.52.02.19 All Levels
Mondays, January 7 – March 25
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests
$60 Materials/Studio Fee
Contacts for Ceramics Department
Laura Ryan — Studio Technician, 248.644.0866
above: Instructor Kerry Yaklin, Journal, mixed media LauraRyan@BBArtCenter.org
Cindi Mills — Vice President of Programming
above: Instructor Susan O’Connor, Altered Pitcher, stoneware CindiMills@BBArtCenter.org 248.644.0866 Ext. 107
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Adult Classes & Workshops Adult Classes & Workshops
CER AMIC ARTS CER AMIC ARTS CER AMIC ARTS CER AMIC ARTS
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays
Ceramics: Ceramics: Ceramics: Wheel-Throwing Ceramics:
Advanced Techniques Open Studio Instructor: Sue O’Connor Intro to Figure Sculpture & Portrait
Instructor: Sue O’Connor Studio Monitor: No instruction Students should be proficient in throwing a basic Instructor: Mary Dudek
cylinder. From the basic cylinder, we are able to
This class is for those students who would like to Open Studio time is available for students currently Through a series of anatomy lectures and direct
create a multitude of different shapes and sizes.
explore more advanced techniques. We will cover registered for a ceramics class (12 hours or more) observation, students will gain a deep appreciate
We will concentrate on multiple bowls, mugs,
projects in handbuilding and wheel-throwing using on most Wednesdays afternoons throughout the for the human body and understanding of form and
and other functional wares which will enforce
templates, altering and reassembling. Projects term. There is no instruction during open studio. proportions. Students will learn the basics of clay
techniques, shape, and design. We will review
may include functional and sculptural objects Students using open studio time must follow modeling, sculpting the portrait, and full figure
trimming and glazing of pieces as well as learn
with an emphasis on design. Porcelain will also be all department policies and dates in regards in stoneware clay. All experience levels welcome.
new techniques including altering and surface
introduced. to the production schedule set by the BBAC Studio
decorations. 1116.52.01.19 All Levels
Prerequisite: Proficiency in throwing and hand- Technician.
building. Fridays, January 11 – March 29
1104.32.01.19 Level 2 & Up
Wednesdays, January 16 – March 27 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
Thursdays, January 10 – March 28
1104.42.01.19 Levels 3 & 4 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 11 sessions $304 Members, $344 Guests
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 $115 Materials/Studio Fee, $50 Model Fee
$304 Members, $344 Guests
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
Ceramics Foundations: All Levels $60 Materials/Studio Fee
$304 Members, $344 Guests
$60 Materials/Studio Fee Instructor: Tracey Priska Saturdays
Experience working with clay using basic founda- Ceramics: Intro & Beginner 1 Ceramics:
Ceramics: Handbuilding tions taught through an exploration of techniques; Instructor: Charles Kipp Open Studio
learn practical methods of ceramic arts such as Studio Monitor: No instruction
Instructor: Sue O’Connor Students will be introduced to a variety of clay-
wheel-throwing, handbuilding, surface decoration
and glazing. Electric kiln-firing will be available and forming methods and techniques such as pinching, Open Studio time is available for students currently
Functional and sculptural forms will be explored
each person will be working at his or her own level coiling, slab-building and wheel-throwing. Basic registered for a ceramics class of 12 hours or more,
by using a variety of molds, slabs, textures and
with the guidance of the instructor. ceramics tools and materials will be explored and/ on most Saturday afternoons throughout the term.
forms. We will focus on texture, balance, and
or discussed such as clay types, glazes and firing Students using open studio time must follow
functional use. Projects may include teapots, pitch-
1104.52.04.19 All Levels techniques. No experience necessary for this class. all department policies and dates in regards
ers, dinnerware and sculptural forms. Students will
become proficient in creating ceramic vessels with Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 to the production schedule set by the BBAC Studio
1104.12.01.19 Intro / Level 1
a unique surface and collecting a variety of hand- 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 12 sessions Technician.
Thursdays, January 10 – March 28
building skills. $304 Members, $344 Guests
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 12 sessions Saturdays, January 19 – March 30
$60 Materials/Studio Fee
1104.52.03.19 All Levels $304 Members, $344 Guests 1:45 pm – 4:45 pm, 11 sessions
left: Instructor Susan O’Connor, Altered Pitcher, porcelain
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 $60 Materials/Studio Fee
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests
left: Andrew Wu, New Test Surface, stoneware
right: Mary Schneider, Untitled, porcelain
$60 Materials/Studio Fee
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Adult Classes & Workshops Adult Classes & Workshops
DR AWING* DR AWING DR AWING DR AWING
*Classes Listed by Day of Week Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays
Pastels That Pop! Figure Drawing: Drawing Foundations: Level 2
Mondays Instructor: Fran Seikaly Intermediate/ Advanced Instructor: Nan Cowan
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain 1 Learn about value, layering colors (glazing), use
Instructor: Mary Dudek
This class will begin by reviewing basic drawing
Instructor: Kerry Yaklin of warm and cool colors, and light and shadows Through studying the skeleton, superficial muscles, skills including sighting, values and line while
to create depth and interest. Work from a still life and drawing from a live model, students will working from direct observation. Projects will then
This is an introductory class geared at learning the
or use your own photo for reference. Instruction is develop a deep understanding, perception, and explore composition development, scale and color
basic skills for drawing. This theory approaches
individualized within the class. There is a materials appreciation of the human body and a strong body using graphite, charcoal, ink, colored pencils
drawing as a learnable skill that eases as we
list for this class. of work. and oil pastels. We will also study how artists use
modify the process of how we “see” in order to
sketchbooks to develop their work. Students will
draw more realistically. Many skills required to draw 1113.52.01.19 All Levels 1105.32.02.19 Level 2 & Up receive individual instruction to match their level
effectively are located in the brains’ right hemi- Mondays, January 7 – March 25 Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 of drawing experience.
sphere processing; not the dominant, analytic, left 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
side. Projects are therefore designed to strengthen 1105.32.04.19 Level 2
$304 Members, $344 Guests $304 Members, $344 Guests, $130 Model Fee
and practice these perceptual skills with how the Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
(The last week we will have 2 models.)
right brain processes information. By strengthen- 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
ing these skills, you can feel the joy at achieving Drawing: Intermediate/ Advanced Figure
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee
realistic looking drawings by experiencing the Instructor: Mary Dudek Figure Drawing:
mental shift that produces accurate results. Items Intermediate/ Advanced
covered include: line, positive & negative shapes, Students will be taught how to approach and draw
the figure from a number of different perspectives Instructor: Dan Keller
proportion, light & shading, etc. We will discuss
materials on the first day; only bring paper and and methods to develop a well-rounded skill set. In this class, students will learn the foundations
pencil to first class. Both short and long poses will be incorporated. of drawing the figure from a live model. Through
demonstrations, individual instruction and group
1105.12.01.19 Level 1 1105.32.01.19 Level 2 & Up
critiques students will develop the necessary skills
Mondays, January 7 – March 25 Mondays, January 7 – March 25
of figure drawing such as: proportion, gesture,
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12 sessions practical anatomy, lighting and constructing form.
$304 Guests, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee $304 Members, $344 Guests, $130 Model Fee
(The last week will have two models.) 1105.32.03.19 Level 2 & Up
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
left: Instructor Mary Dudek, Untitled, pencil & charcoal, detail
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $120 Model Fee
right: Student of Leman Lambert, Drapery 2,
pencil, charcoal, pastel
above: Student of Kerry Yaklin, Zebra, pencil
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DR AWING DR AWING DR AWING
Wednesdays Thursdays
Drawing Foundations: Level 1 Drawing:
Instructor: Leman Lambert An Introduction
Instructor: Colleen Sanders
Drawing Foundations is based on providing stu-
dents a solid foundation in drawing fundamentals This class was designed specifically for people
through an exploration of traditional media and with no previous art experience. Drawing is the
techniques. Students will learn about line, shape, foundation for all other mediums including paint-
composition, perspective, light & shadow and ing, pastels and sculpture. Instruction will provide
how to translate a three-dimensional visual into fundamental vocabulary, tools and techniques
a two-dimensional drawing through observation to begin seeing through the eyes of an artist. Enjoy
and imagination. Students will learn to understand fun weekly projects in a relaxed, comfortable,
the potential of drawing in itself, as well as apply non-threatening environment.
this knowledge to other media.
1105.12.02.19 Intro / Level 1
1105.22.01.19 Level 1 Thursdays, January 10 – March 28
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12 sessions $304 Members, $344 Guests, $10 Materials Fee
$304 Members, $344 Guests
1105.22.03.19 Level 1 Fridays
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 Drawing:
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 12 sessions Beginning Portrait
$304 Members, $344 Guests
Instructor: Du Truong
Learn how to capture depth and likeness in
Drawing: Intro to Figure
portraiture by using perspective lines and drawing
(Ages 16+)
the planes of the structural form. Step-by-step,
Instructor: Du Truong students will learn to develop each feature of the
above: Student of Leman Lambert, Still Life 2, graphite, detail
This class is an essential first step in learning how head with guidance from the instructor.
to draw the human figure. Working from a model,
1105.22.04.19 Level 1
students will learn to capture the figure in space
Fridays, January 11 – March 29
by understanding how to apply the elements of
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
art such as perspective, values, and form. They
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $120 Model Fee
will develop observational drawing skills and learn
to draw faster through gesture drawings and long
poses. Charcoal, graphite pencil and various other
drawing media will be used.
1105.22.02.19 All Levels
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee right: Student of Leman Lambert, Self Portrait 2,
$120 Model Fee graphite & charcoal, detail
left: Brian Skol, Standing Nude (back) with Pole,
graphite & charcoal
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DR AWING DR AWING & PAINTING*
Saturdays *Classes Listed by Day of Week Tuesdays
Drawing Nature w/ Colored Pencil Drawing & Painting:
Instructor: Barbara Holmer
Mondays Botanical Art Studio
Using traditional colored pencil techniques,
Drawing & Painting: Instructor: Barbara Holmer
students will focus on natural subjects to create Sampler Botanical art is a blend of art and science that
accurate realistic drawings from observation. Instructor: Diane Roach Smith combines detailed, accurate drawing and painting
Special attention will be given to color patterns and with artistic sensitivity. In this class, students will
This class will explore drawing and painting fun-
texture. Subjects will be provided. Please check explore several approaches to composition using
damentals while creating a project in each of the
for materials list on the class website. graphite, colored pencil, and/or watercolor to
media explored. Starting with black & white media,
create a traditional botanical drawing or painting.
1105.32.05.19 Level 2 & Up students will learn how to shade with graphite and
Plant material is provided for the first class. Supply
Saturdays, February 2 – March 23 experiment with colored pencil. Soft pastels will
lists for each medium are on the BBAC website.
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 8 sessions be studied. Students will also explore water-based
$203 Members, $243 Guests, $5 Materials Fee paints such as watercolor and acrylic, and then 1121.32.01.19 Level 2 & Up
continue to oil painting on a canvas, which will be Tuesdays, January 8 – March 12
completed in the class. Individual support will be 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 10 sessions
Drop-In given to each student. All materials are included
$254 Members, $294 Guests
Life Drawing in fee.
Studio Monitor: Martin Brill ( 248) 933.6213 1121.22.01.19 Intro / Level 1
Current BBAC membership is required to attend Mondays, January 7 – March 25
this drawing studio. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $55 Materials Fee
BBAC members have the opportunity to draw from
a model in an open studio environment without
instruction. Space is limited to the first 14 members
to arrive.
If you are not sure if your membership is up-to-
date, please stop in the front office to check before
you go to class.
Saturdays, January 12 – March 30
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
$18 for 3 hours; payable to monitor on date
attending.
right: Kris Huckabay, Corn, colored pencil, detail
above: Instructor Diane Roach Smith, Hello, watercolor above: Instructor Barbara Holmer, Sycamore Leaf,
colored pencil, detail
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DR AWING & PAINTING DR AWING & PAINTING DR AWING & PAINTING
Tuesdays Fridays Fridays
Drawing & Painting: Drawing & Painting: Drawing & Painting:
Contemporary Landscape Contemporary Landscape Advanced Studio Practices
Instructor: Edward Duff Instructor: Edward Duff Instructor: Edward Duff
This class will cover the basic foundations of This class will cover the basic foundations of This class is for advanced students who wish to
landscape drawing and painting with a focus on landscape drawing and painting with a focus on further their drawing & painting skills while investi-
atmospheric perspective, accurate color mixing, atmospheric perspective, accurate color mixing, gating, visualizing and developing a personal body
composition, and photo interpretation. Through composition, and photo interpretation. Through of work. Students will refine their technical skills,
demonstrations, individual instruction, group demonstrations, individual instruction, group expand their knowledge of materials and process,
critiques, and lectures on the history of landscape critiques, and lectures on the history of landscape and benefit from individual instruction, group
painting to the present, students will be encour- painting to the present, students will be encour- critiques and lectures on classical and contempo-
aged to find their own personal direction as the aged to find their own personal direction as the rary studio practices. Students should bring their
create contemporary works of art. create contemporary works of art. current works-in-progress, reference materials,
and their preferred medium to class.
1121.32.02.19 Level 2 & Up 1121.32.03.19 Level 2 & Up
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 Fridays, January 11 – March 29 1121.32.04.19 Level 2 & Up
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions Fridays, January 11 – March 29
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee $304 Members, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $5 Materials Fee
above: Instructor Edward Duff, Harbor Lights, oil
above: Instructor Edward Duff, Passage, oil, detail Instructor Edward Duff, Coast Guard Station, Point Betsie, oil
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FIBER ARTS JEWELRY & METALS* JEWELRY & METALS
Weaving: *Classes Listed by Day of Week Tuesdays
Beginner/ Intermediate
Jewelry/Metals:
Instructor: Boisali Biswas Mondays Anticlastic Forming II
Learn to weave on your own with the guidance Jewelry/Metals: Instructor: Mary Kernahan
of the instructor. Beginning students will start with Advanced This class is designed to build on the skills learned
the basics of threading a loom and setting it up for
Instructors: Robin Servo & Scott Brazeau in Anticlastic and Synclastic Raising. Students will
weaving. Various patterns and weave structures will
explore more complex anticlastic, multi-shell and
be explored. The instructor will introduce the use Students who have proficiency in intermediate
hollow forms including counter synclasts, crescen-
of various materials, and nurture the idea of creat- jewelry skills will have lectures and demonstrations
tiforms, bi-shells, lentiforms, and spheres for use
ing art through weaving. to meet individual needs. Techniques such as lost
in jewelry, sculptural and vessel fabrication.
wax casting, resin inlay, stone setting, and metal
1106.22.01.19 Levels 1 & 2 forming and fabrication may be covered. 1108.52.01.19 Levels 2 & 3
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning and Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions intermediate jewelry/ metals class including torch 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
$330 Members, $370 Guests, $25 Loom Fee soldering.
$304 Members, $344 Guests
1106.22.02.19 Levels 1 & 2 1108.42.01.19 Level 3 & Up w / Robin Servo $50 Materials/Studio Fee
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 Mondays, January 7 – March 25
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, 12 sessions 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions Jewelry/Metals:
$330 Members, $370 Guests, $25 Loom Fee $304 Members, $344 Guests Directed Studies
$40 Materials/Studio Fee
Instructor: Mary Kernahan
Weaving: 1108.42.02.19 Level 3 & Up w / Robin Servo Whether it’s a matter of solving a design or
Open Studios Mondays, January 7 – March 25 engineering problem, or simply a desire to bring
Students must be registered in a current term 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions some longstanding projects to successful comple-
weaving class to attend an open studio. $304 Members, $344 Guests tion, this course is designed to provide students
$40 Materials/Studio Fee with tailored instruction for the execution of their
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
chainmaille, wire, or fabrication projects. As such,
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions 1108.42.03.19 Level 3 & Up w / Scott Brazeau demonstrations will not be predetermined, but
Mondays, January 7 – March 25 instead will be provided by student request.
Thursdays, January 10 – March 28
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning and
4:30 pm – 7:30 pm, 12 sessions above: Instructor Boisali Biswas, Untitled, fiber
$304 Members, $344 Guests intermediate jewelry/ metals class including torch
$40 Materials/Studio Fee soldering.
1108.32.01.19 Levels 2 & 3
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26
left: Instructor Boisali Biswas, Untitled,
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
fiber & mixed media, detail
$304 Members, $344 Guests
$40 Materials/Studio Fee
left: Instructor Robin Servo, Bracelet,
silver, gold leaf, black pearls
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JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS
Tuesdays Tuesdays Wednesdays Wednesdays
Jewelry/Metals: Jewelry/Metals: Jewelry/Metals: Casting Jewelry/Metals:
The Art of Tableware Intermediate Instructor: Robin Servo Stone Setting & Techniques
Instructor: Nancy Clark Instructor: Nancy Clark Instructor: Darlene Earls
Students are introduced to the lost wax casting
We will be exploring utilitarian items that we use This class is for students who have recently com- process including instruction of all steps necessary Students will learn various setting techniques such
at our table. Create a fork, a spoon, napkin rings, pleted the beginning level metals class and want to complete a final, (jewelry scale) casting. Various as bezel, tube, flush, hammer and prong.
or various serving utensils. Techniques such as to improve skills previously learned, and build the wax-working and mold-making techniques will be The various settings require specific tools that will
sinking, forming, sawing, fabricating, riveting, and confidence necessary to transition to higher level demonstrated in this class. Basic jewelry making be introduced during the lessons. Please bring
forging will be demonstrated. Copper and brass classes. Instruction will include more advanced skills are helpful but not required. a round or oval faceted, or cabochon stone you
will be provided, silver (optional) to be purchased soldering, stone-setting, and metal fabrication Enrollment is limited to 10 students. wish to make into a project or we will provide
by student. techniques along with suggested practice test a CZ for the first project.
Prerequisite: Must have basic soldering skills. pieces and projects utilizing the demonstrated 1108.52.02.19 All Levels Enrollment is limited to 10 students.
processes. Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning
1108.32.02.19 Level 2 & Up Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions jewelry/ metals class including torch soldering.
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 jewelry/ metals class including torch soldering. $330 Members, $370 Guests
3:45 pm – 6:45 pm, 12 sessions $50 Materials/Studio Fee 1108.32.08.19 Level 2 & Up
$304 Members, $344 Guests 1108.32.03.19 Level 2 Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
$50 Materials/Studio Fee Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26 3:45 pm – 6:45 pm, 12 sessions
Jewelry/Metals: Enameling
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions $330 Members, $370 Guests, $60 Materials Fee
$304 Members, $344 Guests Instructor: Robin Servo
$40 Materials/Studio Fee In this class, students will be introduced to the Jewelry/Metals: Beginning
fundamentals of enameling. Basic wet and dry
Instructor: Robin Servo
enameling techniques, along with other topics such
as enamel selection, equipment, and metal prepa- This class is for students who have no experi-
ration will be taught. Instruction on techniques ence in jewelry making. Instruction covers the
necessary to incorporate enameled pieces into fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the
jewelry or decorative objects will be included. studio. Additionally, students will become engaged
left: Instructor Robin Servo, Earrings, silver, gold leaf, zirconia
No previous enameling experience is necessary in the design process to create both decorative and
left: Instructor Nancy Clark, Fish Server, sterling silver w/ cloisonné enamel
but basic soldering and metal fabrication experi- functional metal objects. The works produced may
ence is recommended. include wearable art or small sculptures, learning
Enrollment is limited to 8 students. basic metal fabrication techniques and torch
Prerequisite: Basic soldering and metal fabrication soldering.
experience.
1108.22.01.19 Level 1
1108.32.04.19 Levels 2 & 3 Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions $304 Members, $344 Guests
$352 Members, $392 Guests $40 Materials/Studio Fee
$50 Materials/Studio Fee
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JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS JEWELRY & METALS
Thursdays Thursdays Saturdays Saturdays
Jewelry/Metals: Jewelry/Metals: Jewelry/Metals Workshop: Jewelry/Metals Workshop:
Beginning Surface Embellishment Dapped & Domed Earrings Geometric Pendant Necklace
Instructor: Janice Degen Instructors: Terri Dworkin & Nancy Clark Instructor: Janice Degen Instructor: Janice Degen
This class is for students who have no experi- Delve into contemporary fashion trends while The skills taught in this workshop will be basics of Students will create shape and texture on sheet
ence in jewelry making. Instruction covers the exploring ancient techniques. A variety of pro- forging and fabrication. Students will learn cutting, metal to create one finished brass pendant
fundamentals of basic tools and safety in the cesses will be investigated, some to be considered sawing, texturing, hammering, forming and doming necklace. Skills learned will be on cutting, sawing,
studio. Additionally, students will become engaged are: chiseling, filigree, fusion, marriage of metal, on jeweler’s brass or copper sheet metal and cre- filing, forging and hammering jeweler’s brass sheet
in the design process to create both decorative and mokume gane, reticulation, roller printing, shibuichi ate two pairs of finished earrings. No experience metal. Students will learn foundational techniques
functional metal objects. The works produced may and weaving. Colorants will also be explored, necessary. All materials included in fee. including surface embellishment techniques, form
include wearable art or small sculptures, learning including resins, waxes, colored pencils, lacquers, fabrication, color-patina effects, and or polishing/
basic metal fabrication techniques and torch patinas, etc. 2108.52.01.19 All Levels finishing. No experience necessary. All materials
soldering. Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning Saturday, February 9 included in fee.
jewelry/ metals class including torch soldering. 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, 1 session
1108.22.02.19 Intro / Level 1 $45 Members, $85 Guests, $15 Materials Fee 2108.52.02.19 All Levels
Thursdays, January 10 – March 28 1108.32.05.19 Level 2 & Up Saturday, February 23
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions Thursdays, January 10 – March 28 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, 1 session
$304 Members, $344 Guests 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions $45 Members, $85 Guests, $10 Materials Fee
$40 Materials/Studio Fee $304 Members, $344 Guests
$40 Materials/Studio Fee
Jewelry/Metals Workshop:
Jewelry/Metals: 1108.32.06.19 Level 2 & Up Simple Stackable Rings
Stone Setting & Techniques Thursdays, January 10 – March 28 Instructor: Janice Degen
Instructor: Darlene Earls 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions
Create your own beautiful, stackable rings. Learn
$304 Members, $344 Guests
Students will learn various setting techniques fabrication skills and techniques using hammers,
$40 Materials/Studio Fee
such as bezel, tube, flush, hammer and prong. decorative stamps and other surface embellish-
The various settings require specific tools that will ment tools to create your designs. No experience
be introduced during the lessons. Fridays necessary. All materials included in fee.
Please bring a round or oval faceted, or cabochon
Jewelry/Metals: 2108.52.03.19 All Levels
stone you wish to make into a project or we will
provide a CZ for the first project.
Drop-In Open Studio Saturday, March 16
Enrollment limited to 10 students. No Instruction: Facilitated by Studio Monitor above: Instructor Janice Degen, Rings, silver 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, 1 session
Prerequisite: The completion of a beginning $45 Members, $85 Guests, $30 Materials Fee
Open studio is available to all students currently
jewelry/ metals class including torch soldering. below: Instructor Janice Degen, Earrings,
enrolled in a jewelry/metals class.
copper, brass & silver
1108.32.07.19 Level 2 & Up This is a great opportunity to use the tools and
Thursdays, January 10 – March 28 equipment outside of class time.
Open Studio sessions follow all current term
3:45 pm – 6:45 pm, 12 sessions
policies, procedures and schedule.
$330 Members, $370 Guests
$60 Materials/Studio Fee Most Fridays, January 11 – March 29
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
$12.00 per three-hour session
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JEWELRY & POLYMER CLAY MIXED MEDIA MIXED MEDIA
Jewelry & Polymer Clay: Mixed Media: Mixed Media:
Techniques to Create Artistic Jewelry Heart & Soul Art Journal Collage & Assemblage
Instructor: Susan Kaplan Instructor: Kerry Yaklin Instructor: Marat Paransky
Explore the infinite possibilities of the marvelous Art journaling is joyful and freeing! This course is a combination of technical instruc-
medium of polymer clay. Various techniques will be This class embraces exploration and creative play tion through demos, discussion of examples from
demonstrated each week. Using these instructions as a tool for relaxation, de-stressing, and personal art history in books/ slideshows and, of course,
as a guide for their project, students will use their insight. Students explore the effects that different studio time and individual instruction for students
own self-expression to make a unique piece of art materials and techniques produce for conveying to create collage & assemblage work.
jewelry. Lessons include color blending, caning, their individual ideas and feelings on guided topics In terms of theory, the instructor will be discuss-
extrusions, mokume gane, faux techniques, mica each week. This is a mixed media class where vari- ing these art forms in their historical context, their
shift, inclusions, surface treatments, mixed media ous techniques will be put to use in creative ways subversive nature and contemporary uses in the
embellishment, finishing and much more. for unique visual pages. visual arts.
New techniques will allow returning students Some visual effects explored will include (but not Some of the technical topics include:
to increase their knowledge of the wonders of limited to): drawing, painting, stencils/stamp- • Supports for collage and assemblage
polymer clay. Materials and tools will be provided ing and collage. New skills such as the use of
• Mounting images and materials
to complete several projects. design elements, composition for emphasis, color
• Sealing images and objects
schemes, & visual layering are utilized to play with
1109.52.01.19 All Levels • Glues and mediums
creative expression of your distinctive artistic voice
Fridays, January 11 – March 29 Students will be required to scavenge for their
that resonates an original representation of you.
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions own raw materials and ready-mades, as well as
In an open classroom environment students can
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $60 Materials Fee expect to participate in group discussions about purchase acrylic medium and PVA glue.
content, technique examples and demonstrations, They will also need to bring in their painting/
and hands on experimentation. drawing/ sculptural medium of choice to add
Come with an open mind and a curious spirit and to their projects.
watch your inner world take form before your eyes
1109.52.02.19 All Levels
and to your hearts delight!
Tuesdays, January 8 – March 26
Students must provide a journal of their choosing
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions
(design/size/shape) to work in, scissors, and pencil
or pen. Recycled or scrap materials are encour- $304 Members, $344 Guests
aged, as well.
1120.52.03.19 All Levels
Wednesdays, January 9 – March 27
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests, $20 Materials Fee
left: Instructor Susan Kaplan, Necklace,
w/ polymer clay beads above: Instructor Marat Paransky, Mechanically Separated,
mixed media, detail
left: Instructor Marat Paransky, Gangue, mixed media, detail
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PAINTING* PAINTING PAINTING PAINTING
*Classes Listed by Day of Week Mondays Mondays Mondays
Painting Light Painting: Contemporary
Mondays for the Beginning Student Intro to Acrylic Oil Painting
Painting: Personal Visions Instructor: Tim Widener Instructor: Kerry Yaklin Instructor: Paula Zammit
Instructor: Meighen Jackson Painting Light & Expressing Color for the Beginner This course will focus on the fundamentals of Students will be looking at the traditional medium
is a class designed as an introduction to painting acrylic painting. Emphasis will be placed on basic of oil but with a fresh, contemporary perspective.
This studio class is directed towards the advanced
light, and for the beginner to understand color. handling of paint medium, color theory and basic We will be focusing on composition and color,
student who wishes to paint every week and move
In the first part of the class, students will learn skill exploration. Students will work with a variety as well as multiple ways to complete a much more
beyond general classroom instruction to develop
color by mixing it, and then applying it to canvas. of different painting media and learn to experiment dynamic piece, regardless of the subject matter.
a personal aesthetic, independent vision and artis-
Afterwards, a grounding in the use and under- with several techniques. A range of subject matter Students are encouraged to choose subject matter
tic voice. It assumes the student is already familiar
standing of value, tonal rendering of form, under- will be explored including: still life (various color that is personally significant and meaningful
with the technical requirements of the medium and
standing edges, basic composition and other palettes), nature, and abstraction. to them, and bring those images to the first class.
is able to work outside of class as well as during
fundamental methods and techniques are intro- Materials list will be discussed in first class. This class has a materials list on the BBAC website,
scheduled sessions. Critiques, individual problem
duced to start students on their way to describing or you can get one in our front office.
solving and discussions of contemporary art issues 1112.12.01.19 Intro / Level 1
a painting with light. This course is designed for
related to the student’s work form the foundation Mondays, January 7 – March 25 1112.32.01.19 Level 2 & Up
the student with little to no painting experience,
of this instruction. Mondays, January 7 – March 25
but can be adapted for those who have painted for 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions
1112.42.01.19 Levels 3 & 4 years and want to learn these techniques. Students $304 Members, $344 Guests 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, 12 sessions
Mondays, January 7 – March 25 can use oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. $304 Members, $344 Guests
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 12 sessions
1112.22.01.19 Level 1
$304 Members, $344 Guests
Mondays, January 7 – February 11
Large Scale Painting
1112.42.02.19 Levels 3 & 4 9:00 am – 3:30 pm, 6 sessions Instructor: Anatoliy Shapiro
Mondays, January 7 – March 25 $330 Members, $370 Guests Students will receive step-by-step instruction
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm, 12 sessions on how to create a large painting from pictures
1112.22.02.19 Level 2
$304 Members, $344 Guests and sketches. Image will be projected on canvas
Mondays, February 18 – March 25
using an overhead projector, enabling larger-
9:00 am – 3:30 pm, 6 sessions
scale proportions for painting. Composition will
$330 Members, $370 Guests
be discussed and students will acquire a better
understanding of methods, color and value as it
applies to their work. Painting media can include
latex, acrylic and oil and should paint on stretched
canvas, 30 x 40 inches, or larger.
Bring your ideas, references, such as photographs
and/or sketches to the FIRST class.
1112.32.02.19 Level 2 & Up
Mondays, January 7 – March 25
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, 12 sessions
$304 Members, $344 Guests
above: Instructor Paula Zammit, Clementine, oil, detail
Instructor Meighen Jackson, Myth (angled)
mixed media, detail
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