Howard County Center for the Arts: Arts Council

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Visual Arts
- Art Matting and Mounting Workshop 5/3
  - Ages 16-Adult
    
    Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings, prints, and paintings using a mat cutter and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting, elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation. Bring 1 piece of artwork up to 11”x14” to mount and mat during the class.
    
    Fine art photographer David Ashman currently resides in Annapolis, MD. He captures images of abstraction, life, uninhabited landscapes & unique portraits exclusively on black and white film using a vintage medium format camera. David has studied with master photographers John Sexton, Chip Forelli, Tom Wolff, and John Goodman. His hand crafted black and white prints are part of numerous private and public collections including the DC Art Bank. He has exhibited at various solo & juried exhibitions, and has received numerous awards.
    
    Also available on Thursday April 17
    David Ashman
    Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, .
    May 3 - May 3.
    Fee: $60 (members: $55).
- Marketing for Artists Workshop Series-Workshop 1: Create Your Portfolio 4/21
  - Bring photos of your artwork, promotional materials, resumes, and artist statements. Nannette will guide you through assembling an interest-catching portfolio to help you promote yourself and your artwork. Participants can bring a binder with front and back cover pockets to work on their portfolio or wait to see what can be produced. Some items will be available at the workshop for an additional cost.
    
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff is a professional sculptor who also writes and lectures on how artists can promote themselves and their artwork. Her newest business-of-art book is Promoting Art with Integrity.
    
    Workshop takes place on April 21st
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff
    Monday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, .
    April 21 - .
    Fee: $35 (members: $30).
- Resident Artist and Organization Classes
  - Diana Marta holds painting and drawing classes for adults in HCCA studio 3. Students from beginning to experienced are welcome. Instruction includes methods and approaches for technical and expressive use of drawing, watercolor, oil, acrylic, and collage. Lessons are based on formal design, observation, theme and invention. Call 410-750-3125 for info.
    
    David Zuccarini, nationally recognized artist, gives private instruction in traditional drawing and painting styles in Studio 10. Ongoing instruction provided for all levels of adult students including individualized instruction in charcoal, pastel and oil. Portfolio preparation is available for students planning to attend art schools. Call 410-997-8572 for info.
    
    Various Instructors
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    Fee: $Varies (members: $Varies).
- Sumi Painting
  - Ages 13-Adult
    
    Learn the traditions and techniques of Sumi ink brush painting through various demonstrations and practice. You will explore East Asian concepts of line, brush stroke and composition with a focus on the plum, orchid, chrysanthemum and bamboo. Learn to express yourself through this unique cultural style.
    
    Myung Sook Kim is a Maryland artist who received her MA in studio art from the Cleveland Institute of Art in Ohio. She recently had a solo exhibit of her paintings at the Columbia Art Center in Columbia, MD, and has exhibited internationally at LaMer Gallery in Seoul, Korea; Degar Gallery in Virginia; Muse Gallery in Philadelphia; the Towson Commons Gallery in Baltimore and Maryland Hall in Annapolis.
    Class also available Wednesday evenings from 6:30 pm - 9:30 p.m.
    Myung Sook Kim
    Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, .
    April 9 - May 14.
    Fee: $135 (members: $120).
- Life Drawing/Painting Sessions - Drop In
  - A monitor coordinates all sessions, however, instruction is not provided. The sessions consist of a single pose with the same model over a multiple week period for detailed figure study work. Bring your own art materials. There are a limited number of easels, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions purchased in advance are only good for one year from time of purchase. Pre-registration is not required.
    Figure Model Sessions - Drop In
    A live, nude model is provided at each session. Participants under age 18 must have parental consent to participate.
    
    $12 per session (purchased in advance)
    $60 for 6 sessions
    
    Monitor: Jim Adkins
    Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Room 9.
    April - June.
    Fee: $12 (members: $12).
- Portrait Drawing/Painting Sessions - Drop In
  - A monitor coordinates all sessions, however, instruction is not provided. The sessions consist of a single pose with the same model over a multiple week period for detailed figure study work. Bring your own art materials. There are a limited number of easels, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions purchased in advance are only good for one year from time of purchase. Pre-registration is not required.
    
    Draw or paint from a live, clothed model at each session.
    
    $10 per session
    
    $42 for 6 sessions (purchaed in advance
    Fee to be paid to monitor.
    Monitor: Cheryl Lucente
    Monitor: Cheryl Lucente
    Tuesdays, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Room 9.
    September - June.
    Fee: $10 per session (members: $10).
- Art Matting and Mounting Workshop 4/17
  - Ages 16-Adult
    
    Learn to properly affix and display your photographs, drawings, prints, and paintings using a mat cutter and various archival mounting methods. This demonstration based workshop covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting, elevation mounting, and a discussion on exhibition preparation. Bring 1 piece of artwork up to 11”x14” to mount and mat during the class.
    
    Fine art photographer David Ashman currently resides in Annapolis, MD. He captures images of abstraction, life, uninhabited landscapes & unique portraits exclusively on black and white film using a vintage medium format camera. David has studied with master photographers John Sexton, Chip Forelli, Tom Wolff, and John Goodman. His hand crafted black and white prints are part of numerous private and public collections including the DC Art Bank. He has exhibited at various solo & juried exhibitions, and has received numerous awards.
    
    Also available on Saturday, May 3
    David Ashman
    Thursday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, .
    April 17 - .
    Fee: $60 (includes materials) (members: $55).
- Marketing for Artists Workshop Series--Workshop 2: Speaking About Your Art 4/28, 1:00pm
  - This interactive session focuses on the public speaking process. Learn how to gather data that will organize your thoughts, and discover new ideas and new techniques that will change your comfort level when speaking about your work. Bring one or two pieces of your artwork and receive constructive feedback on your presentation.
    
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff is a professional sculptor who also writes and lectures on how artists can promote themselves and their artwork. Her newest business-of-art book is Promoting Art with Integrity.
    
    Class takes place April 28.
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff
    Monday, 1:00pm - , .
    4/28 - .
    Fee: $35 (members: $30).
- Marketing for Artists Workshop Series-Workshop 1: Create Your Portfolio 4/21, 1:00pm
  - Bring photos of your artwork, promotional materials, resumes, and artist statements. Nannette will guide you through assembling an interest-catching portfolio to help you promote yourself and your artwork. Participants can bring a binder with front and back cover pockets to work on their portfolio or wait to see what can be produced. Some items will be available at the workshop for an additional cost.
    
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff is a professional sculptor who also writes and lectures on how artists can promote themselves and their artwork. Her newest business-of-art book is Promoting Art with Integrity.
    
    Workshop takes place on April 21st
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff
    Monday, 1:00 - 3:00, .
    April 21 - .
    Fee: $35 (members: $30).
- Marketing for Artists Workshop Series--Workshop 2: Speaking About Your Art 4/28, 6:30pm
  - This interactive session focuses on the public speaking process. Learn how to gather data that will organize your thoughts, and discover new ideas and new techniques that will change your comfort level when speaking about your work. Bring one or two pieces of your artwork and receive constructive feedback on your presentation.
    
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff is a professional sculptor who also writes and lectures on how artists can promote themselves and their artwork. Her newest business-of-art book is Promoting Art with Integrity.
    
    Class takes place April 28.
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff
    Monday, 6:30PM - 8:00PM, .
    April 28 - .
    Fee: $35 (members: $30).
- Marketing for Artists Workshop Series-Workshop 2: Speaking About Your Art 4/14
  - This interactive session focuses on the public speaking process. Learn how to gather data that will organize your thoughts, and discover new ideas and new techniques that will change your comfort level when speaking about your work. Bring one or two pieces of your artwork and receive constructive feedback on your presentation.
    
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff is a professional sculptor who also writes and lectures on how artists can promote themselves and their artwork. Her newest business-of-art book is Promoting Art with Integrity.
    
    Workshop available on April 14 or April 28.
    Nannette Clapman Blinchikoff
    Monday , 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, .
    April 28 - .
    Fee: $35 (members: $30).
- Loosen Up!
  - Ages: 17-Adult
    Inspired by artists such as Wayne Thiebaud, Marsden Hartley and Helen Frankenthaler (to name a few), in this course students will learn to take their artistic skills to a whole new level, while exploring a wide range of possibilities within the realm of drawing and painting. Loosening the stroke of the pencil, pen and brush, experimentation is the key to this class, as students are exposed to fresh and lively approaches to subject matter including still-life in the studio and on location (outside). Students will have an opportunity to utilize artistic media in non-traditional ways. This is an excellent art course for anyone who loves to paint, but feels the need to loosen-up or expand their repertoire or for a student preparing a college or A.P. portfolio.
    
    Karen Graff is a fine artist with experience in traditional plein aire painting and mixed media, as well as fashion design. She has taught both middle school and high school art, including Advanced Placement Studio Art and Art History. She currently teaches high school art at the Key School in Annapolis, where she teaches studio courses and oversees yearbook. She received her Bachelor's in Art Education from Millersville University, and completed graduate work there and at Towson University.
    Karen Graff
    Saturday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, .
    April 12 - May 31.
    Fee: $120 (members: $108).
- Basic Black & White Film Photography - Adult
  - Take a step back and learn the hands-on basics of black and white photography: how a camera works, proper exposure, composing and shooting a photograph, and developing your film. Utilize your techniques learned in class in weekly assignments. Developing chemistry and 3 rolls of 35 mm film are included in fee. Bring your own 35mm camera.
    
    Fine art photographer David Ashman currently resides in Annapolis, MD. He captures images of abstraction, life, uninhabited landscapes & unique portraits exclusively on black and white film using a vintage medium format camera. David has studied with master photographers John Sexton, Chip Forelli, Tom Wolff, and John Goodman. His hand crafted black and white prints are part of numerous private and public collections including the DC Art Bank. He has exhibited at various solo & juried exhibitions, and has received numerous awards.
    David Ashman
    Wednesday, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, .
    May 7 - May 28.
    Fee: $100 (members: $90).
Performing Arts
- No Boundries Musical Theatre Program (ages 17 and up)
  - No Boundaries is a musical theater program for young adults and adults (ages 17 and up) with mild to moderate disabilities. Participants sing, dance and act segments from one of Broadway’s famous musicals. The class will end with a public performance. Offered in partnership with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks Office of Therapeutic Services.
    Wayne Larrivey
    Tuesdays, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Theatre.
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    Fee: $50 (members: $N/A - Register through Rec. & Parks at 410-313-7275).
- Fabulous 50+ Players Musical Theatre Program
  - A musical theatre program for anyone aged 50 and over – regardless of past musical theatre experience – that provides opportunities to participate on or off stage in the production of a musical revue and related projects. Rehearsals will begin this winter for performances in for spring 2009.
    
    Participation in the Fabulous 50+ Players onstage and backstage is free! Call 410-313-2787 for more information about being part of next year’s show.
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    Fee: $N/A (members: $N/A).
- Howard County Ballet
  - Howard County Ballet offers a variety of dance classes for children and adults in studio 17 and the HCCA dance studio. Call 410-465-9414 or visit www.howardcountyballet.org for more information.
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Visual Arts Classes are open to anyone age 18 or older.
* Denotes classes open to 11th and 12th grade students
** Denotes classes open to 8th - 12th grade students

Supplies: Adults are responsible for obtaining their own supplies and materials. Supply costs will vary and are not included in program fees. A supply list will be provided during or prior to the first class. Some classes may require a supply fee be paid to the instructor.

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