Art Classes for Teens

SUMMER 2013

 

TRADITIONAL POTTERY

Explore the ancient art form of making pottery by using traditional hand-building methods.  Learn about clay properties, applying underglazes and a variety of decorating techniques while applying art concepts such as line, shape and color.  Ages 13 to 16

Instructor :  Nora Mosrie
Tuesday, August 6 from 1:00 until 4:00 pm
$12 Burke Arts Council Members/ $15 Non Members

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CERAMIC WALL POCKETS

Need a unique place to store things?  Create your own ceramic wall pocket, using clay slabs, that can then be used as a decorative storagecontainer for small items such as fashion accessories, keys, sunglasses, etc .  Learn about clay properties, applying underglazes and a variety of decorating techniques while applying art concepts such as line, shape and color.  Ages 13 to 16.  

Instructor:  Nora Mosrie
Wednesday, August 7 from 1:00 until 4:00 pm
$12 Burke Arts Council Members/ $15 Non Members

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CLAY ANIMAL SCULPTURE 

By constructing a clay animal sculpture, participants will explore the aspects of a three-dimensional art form, as well as clay sculpting techniques.  In addition, Participants will learn about clay properties and applying underglazes.  Ages 13 to 16 

Instructor:  Nora Mosrie
Thursday, August 8 from 1:00 until 4:00 pm
$12 Burke Arts Council Members/ $15 Non Members

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PAINTING I

Learn the techniques that are essential for a successful painting experience.  We will begin with watercolor, which is a quick way to learn about mixing and applying color to make objects look 3-D.  Prior experience in drawing or painting is helpful but not necessary.  Each class will be 2 hours each day, for 3 days.  All materials for this class will be provided but feel free to bring your own drawing pencils, kneaded eraser, or watercolor supplies if you already have them.  Ages 13 – 17

Instructor: Kathi Yarnall
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.  August 13, 14, 15.  1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
$30 BAC Member/$40 Non-Member (for the three class session)

 

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TIE-DYE TUESDAYS ARE BACK!

tie dyeFun for all ages!  Tuesdays at the Burke Arts Council you can tie-dye a t-shirt in any design.  T-shirts and all materials are provided.  So drop in anytime between 2pm and 4pm and take home a work of art.  All Ages

Tuesdays July 2 through August 13
$12.00 per person
All materials provided.