course catalog

Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts

Spring 2009
VisArts at Rockville 155 Gibbs Street, Suite 300, Rockville MD 20850 VisArtsCenter.org
VisArts Staff
Debra Moser
Executive Director
Dana Ferguson
Store Manager
Kim Freedman
Catalogue for Philanthropy
Youth Program Coordinator Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts
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Marketing Manager Philanthropy: Greater Washington. Chosen
from a field of some 200 applicants, we
Holly Haliniewski survived a rigorous vetting process and were
Assistant Director selected, according to Catalogue President,
Barbara Harman, as “one of the best small
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charities in the Washington, DC region.” A
Director of Digital Arts
panel of sixty expert reviewers from area
John Hoover foundations, corporate giving programs, and
Director of Photography larger non-profit organizations participated in
the annual review process.
Brett Johnson
Director of Exhibition Education
Peg Koetsch
Curator of Exhibitions
Paige Khuen
Event and Exhibitions Coordinator
Harriet Lesser
This year, in a tough economy, VisArts faces
Director of Special Exhibitions
an even tougher challenge than usual as we
and Programming
seek to raise money to meet our mission.
Rachel Loving We are fortunate to have in the Catalogue
Director of Outreach for Philanthropy a trusted advisor on how to
make wise end-of-year contributions that will
Minna Philips truly have impact.
Education Coordinator
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 Welcome and Contents

WELCOME TO VISARTS ADULT ART CLASSES

Dear Friends, 2 Ceramics

3 Digital Arts

Welcome to the VisArts Spring 2009 Course 4 Photography

Catalogue. Over the last year, we have
collected many suggestions from artists, 6 Drawing & Painting
students, faculty and families about the
opportunities that you would like to have 8 Fused Glass
available. Our new courses and various other
programming respond to as many of those 9 Jewelry/Screen Printing
ideas as possible. We hope that you find at
least one or two opportunities that will tempt 10 Wood/Inclusive Arts
you to participate more actively at VisArts and
we invite you to try out something entirely 11 Miscelaneous
new to you. As we always do at VisArts,
we have assembled a wonderful group of
YOUTH ART CLASSES
instructors and lecturers to contribute to
the exciting courses this spring. Due to the 12 Grades K-2
overwhelming demand we have received for
camps, we have doubled the size of Spring 12 Grades 3-5
Break Camp this year. Also, if you are in the
process of making summer plans please make 14 Grades 6-8
a note: Summer Camp registration opens
January 2nd online! Last year camp was 15 Grades 9-12
completely sold out so we encourage you to
register early.
WORKSHOPS/SPECIAL PROGRAMS
We hope that you will enjoy these offerings 11 Family Programs
and that you will continue to give us
suggestions about other art courses and 16 Spring Break Camp
opportunities we can provide for your
enjoyment and personal enrichment. 16 Art Birthday Parties

18 Field Trips/Scout Programs/

Create Your Own Class
Sincerely,
ALSO AT VISARTS...
Debra Moser 17 Gallery Exhibitions/Resident Artists/
Executive Director Event Room Rentals

18 VisArts Too! Store

19 Special Events
VisArts is supported in part through grants from the Arts and
Humanities Council of Montgomery County, the Maryland State
Arts Council and the generosity of VisArts members and patrons.



Get Started in Ceramics
6 Mondays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Jan 26 – Mar 9 (no class Feb 16)
Instructor: Seth Weisel
Take the first steps toward working with
clay and become proficient in ceramic
techniques. Focus on hand-building, get
comfortable on the wheel, and then decide
what you would like to pursue.
Final clay forms will be used to learn
various glazing and surface decorating
techniques. Materials, firing, and
unlimited Open Studio included while
students are enrolled in class.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Pottery: Beginners & Beyond
8 Wednesdays, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Jan 14 - Mar 4
8 Wednesdays, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Mar 18 - May 13
Instructor: Joe Straka
This class concentrates on centering,
opening, and making simple shapes on
the wheel. These wheel-thrown clay
forms may be combined to create larger
pieces. Discussions will emphasize the
characteristics of clay as a medium. Work
at your own pace; this class provides
individual instruction to your level.
Members $279 Non-Members $310
Intermediate Ceramics
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-9:30pm
Jan 14 - Mar 4
8 Wednesdays, 7:00-9:30pm
Mar 18 - May 13
Instructor: Joe Straka
For students with some experience in
wheel and hand-building, this class
includes an exploration of various clay
bodies, surface decoration techniques,
and firing methods. More advanced
students work with more complex forms.
Students complete functional or fine
art works in clay. Materials, firing, and
unlimited Open Studio included while
students are enrolled in class.
Members $279 Non-Members $310
Advanced Ceramics
6 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Jan 13 - Feb 17
6 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Feb 24 - Mar 31
5 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Apr 14 - May 12
Instructor: Bob Devers
Intermediate to advanced students
explore their own independent projects.
Instructor provides technical support,
creative challenges and regular critiques
of work. Demonstrations in hand-building,
wheel-throwing and glazing techniques
are included as a supplement to ongoing
artistic development. Materials, firing,
and unlimited Open Studio included while
students are enrolled in class.
Members $211 Non-Members $235
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Ceramics
Making Faces in Clay
6 Mondays, 7:00-9:30pm
Mar 16 – Apr 27 (no class Apr 6)
Instructor: Seth Weisel
This class incorporates the creation
of expressive faces and face vessels.
Students create relief faces in ceramics.
Be ready for an exciting journey of your
imagination! Open Studio included while
students are enrolled in class.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Hand Built Drinking Vessels
2 Saturdays, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Jan 17 & Jan 24
Mar 14 & Mar 21
Instructor: Laura Peery
This two-day workshop will teach students
how to hand-build functional drinking
vessels that can pass for wheel-thrown
forms! Students of all levels will find that
working without the potter’s wheel can be
a freeing experience and create limitless
possibilities in traditional clay forms.
Surface decoration, firing, and glazing of
final pieces are also explored. Materials,
firing, and unlimited Open Studio included
while students are enrolled in class.
Members $99 Non-Members $110
Laura Peery
Teapots: Fine Art & Functional
4 class sessions, 10:00am – 12:30pm
Two Saturdays and Two Sundays
Mar 28, Mar 29, Apr 4, Apr 5
Instructor: Laura Peery
Explore the traditional teapot form from
both a functional and fine art approach.
Learn the history of the teapot as a
traditional ceramic piece and how a more
inventive and whimsical approach has
evolved. Students will create different
teapots, hand-built or wheel-thrown, with
an emphasis on proportion and personal
expression. All materials and firings
included.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
The Exquisite Surface:
Tile Painting
5 Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Feb 5 - Mar 5
Instructor: Joanne Gigliotti
Learn a variety of techniques for
designing, drawing and decorating the
surface of ceramic tiles. A variety of
undercoats, glazes, and tints are provided
for this class. Students may bring their
own bisque tiles to paint or use the tiles
provided. Everyone finishes at least eight
tiles. A workbook for the visual history
of tile painting and a list of resources
for further study will be provided. All
materials and firings included.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Maiolica Glaze Workshop
A Single Sunday, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Jan 31
A Single Thursday, 6:30 - 9:30pm
Mar 5 • Apr 30
Instructor: Bob Devers
Maiolica glaze painting is a genre of
ceramics consisting of a low fire clay
body glazed with an opaque tin-based
white glaze and then painted with brightly
colored metallic oxides and stains. This
one day workshop will explore traditional
and contemporary approaches to pattern
generation and painting methods using
commercial tiles for painting. All materials
and firing included.
Members $81 Non-Members $90
Step Away from the Wheel
6 Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Apr 18 - May 30 (no class May 23)
Instructor: Laura Peery
Students learn basic hand-building
techniques for clay including slab-building,
pinch and coil methods. Pottery, vessel
and sculptural forms are introduced along
with a variety of surface treatments and
glazing techniques. Creative expression
and craftsmanship are emphasized.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Mold Making for Ceramics
6 Mondays, 7:00-9:30pm
May 4 – June 15 (no class May 25)
Instructor: Seth Weisel
This class includes basic mold-making
techniques in press molds and slip casting
molds to make ceramic art including, but
not limited to tiles, embellished pottery,
and more. Open Studio included while
students are enrolled in class.
Members $252 Non-Members $280

Introduction to Photoshop
8 Mondays, 6:15 - 8:15pm
Jan 26 - Mar 23 (no class Feb 16)
Learn to touch-up photos, create artistic
effects, and take control of your images.
From color levels to masking to layers,
leave with a portfolio of improved
images that leads to more advanced
study in graphic design and digital photo
manipulation. Most skills will apply both
to Photoshop and Photoshop Elements;
where they are different, effects will be
demonstrated using both programs.
Members $243 Non-Members $270
Intermediate Photoshop
4 Tuesdays, 6:15 - 8:15pm
May 19 - June 9
Learn blending modes, paths, curves,
actions/batching, brush color and shape
dynamics, and combination techniques to
create professional effects.
Members $135 Non-Members $150
Photoshop for Graphic Design
3 Tuesdays, 6:15 - 8:15pm
Apr 28 - May 12
Learn to create buttons, transitions, laser
effects, and other flourishes in Photoshop.
Using the pen tool, unique brushes, and
plenty of masks as the foundation to create
various techniques useful in creating
graphics, web visuals, and fantastic
backgrounds.
Members $99 Non-Members $110
Make Your Own Web Site - For
Artists and Small Business
8 Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Feb 3 - Mar 24
Build simple and appealing content driven
websites. Learn how to affect the look and
feel, update content quickly and easily, and
communicate your ideas and messages.
This class is appropriate for artists,
photographers, and small businesses.
The skills learned here can also be applied
to creating pages on shared web spaces
such as Blogger, eBay, Etsy and many more.
(In order to complete your site during the
course, you will need to purchase web
hosting before the 2nd class.)
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Flash Animation for the Web
8 Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Feb 4 - Mar 25
2 Wednesdays, 9am-3:30pm
Apr 22 & Apr 29
Create dynamic media and animation for
display on the web! Learn to navigate the
tools, design movie clips and clickable
buttons, and organize the moving parts
of your animation for maximum design
efficiency. Prepares students for Flash
Animation II and Designing Flash Web Sites.
Members $216 Non-Members $240
Digital Arts
Interactive Flash/ActionScript Open Digital Lab
7 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm Jan 15 – June 15
Apr 29 - June 10 Hours by Appointment
2 Mondays 8:30am - 4:00pm
May 11 & May 18 The VisArts digital lab offers Mac
Pro computers (running both Mac
If you’re ready to create your first web-
OS X and Windows) equipped with
based Flash game or an immersive rich
the Adobe CS3 with programs such
media experience for a web site, this is
as Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, and
the class for you. Learn to program with
Dreamweaver. Final Cut and audio
ActionScript and unleash the real power of
production software is also available.
Flash. Requires familiarity with animating
Access to scanners is free, and printing
in Flash. Motivated teens may enroll in
is available on a fee per page basis.
this adult class if they have completed
Passes are good for 6 months from date
both a Flash class and a Game Design
of purchase.
class (or equivalent).
10 hr pass: $100
Members $347 Non-Members $380
20 hr pass: $160
As you go pass: $12/hour
Video Editing with Adobe
Premiere Elements
6 Mondays 6:30 - 8:30 Photoshop Mastery:
Apr 27 - Jun 8 (no class May 25
) Editing Skin
Convert your stacks of video footage 4 Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30pm
into concise and entertaining movies Apr 23 - May 14
complete with skillful transitions, great Go beyond the healing brush for an
audio quality, intercutting, and title intensive investigation of editing skin in
sequences. Learn to organize your footage Photoshop. Master the art of smoothing
for maximum impact and to package it for skin and removing inconsistent coloring
different formats (web, DVD). while maintaining detail and the pore
Members $144 Non-Members $160 structure. Students must have familiarity
with Photoshop tools and concepts,
including layers, channels, histogram, and
Adobe InDesign for Desktop
masking.
Publishing Members $144 Non-Members $160
3 alternating Saturdays, 12:00 - 4:00pm
Feb 28, Mar 14, Mar 28
Produce eye-catching printed documents
Printing Your Photographs
4 Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30pm
and increase your productivity to new
May 21 - June 11
levels! Save time and get results with
Adobe InDesign. Work with text, graphics, Learn to properly prep your files for
accurate home and self-serve printing.
color swatches, and layers, but most
From monitor calibration to output
important: master the workflow so you
can spend your time actually designing. settings and the lowdown on which
printers are worth using, you’ll be ready
Members $162 Non-Members $180
to transform your digital creations into
physical reality.
Layout and Visual Design Members $117 Non-Members $130
7 Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Feb 12 - Mar 26
Learn the fundamentals of design and
visual composition. Balance elements
to create harmonious layouts, create
pleasing color palettes, explore
typography, and discover how to create
contrast through size, weight, shape,
position, and color differences. Design
principles will be applied to many formats,
including fliers, web pages, postcards,
books, and business cards.
Members $182 Non-Members $200
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Free Portfolio Critique
*Free Class
A Single Saturday, 9:30am - Noon
Feb 21 • Mar 21 • Apr 25
Bring your images to an informal critique
session. Receive feedback on strength of
image, composition, and advice on how to
get to the next level. Each critique session
is 30 minutes long. Registration required.
Platinum/Palladium Printing
4 Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Apr 9 – Apr 30
This is an introductory course for the
student who has already mastered silver
gelatin printing. Platinum/Palladium
printing produces beautiful contact prints
with a wide tonal range, picking up the
most subtle details in a negative. It is an
archival printing process and every print
is well worth the wait. Students need
medium and/or large format black and
white negatives.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Fundamentals of View Camera
4 Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Apr 6 – Apr 27
Instructor: John Hoover
The view camera is the most versatile
of cameras, producing images on large
format sheet film. Camera adjustments
such as shift and tilt, rise and fall, allow
the photographer to control depth of field
and converging lines. This is an excellent
medium for photographers who are
looking for greater flexibility and artistic
expression. This class will teach you the
necessary skills to explore this tradition of
photography.
Members $252 Non-Members $280
Photography
Portrait Lighting
4 Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Feb 4 - Feb 25
4 Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
May 6 - May 27
Instructor: Andarge Asfaw
This hands-on studio lighting class will
teach students how to approach portrait
lighting from the ground up. Learn the
language of lighting and understand
how to create a relationship with
your subject(s). Critique of portrait
assignments will take place on the last
day of class. Film and digital students
welcome.
Members $171 Non-Members $190
Digital Camera Basics
4 Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:30pm
Mar 4 – Mar 25
Instructor: Donna Jones
Do you know how to use your new digital
camera? Demystify all of the buttons and
symbols to learn about camera operation,
composition and creative lighting. Learn
good exposure techniques, lens/ zoom
choices and the use of flash. Students
should bring their own digital camera and
camera manual.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Darkroom Demonstration
*Free Class
A Single Thursday, 6:30-8:00pm
Jan 22
A Single Saturday, 10:00am-12:30pm
Jan 24
Free Darkroom printing demonstration.
Observe the techniques used to convert
film negatives into beautiful black and
white silver gelatin prints. Only one
session per person.
Black & White Photography
6 Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Jan 26 – Mar 2
Refresh your knowledge of shooting 35
mm film with a manual SLR camera, or
learn it for the very first time. Develop
your own negatives and print fine art
black and white photographs in the
darkroom. Complete class with a set
of final prints and the skills to move on
to more in-depth photography classes.
Contact VisArts for supply list.
Members $270 Non-Members $300
Night Photography
3 Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:30pm
May 5 - May 19
Instructor: Donna Jones
Learn to make great images at night.
Go on location and try your hand at new
techniques. Share your images in an
in-depth critique. Tripod and a camera
with the ability to make long exposures
required. Digital and film welcome.
Members $126 Non-Members $140

Studio Lighting
3 Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
February 5 – February 19
Instructor: John Hoover
Learn the use of soft boxes, umbrellas,
reflectors, electronic flash and assorted
studio lighting equipment. Manipulate
multiple light sources that will yield more
professional studio images. Students
bring cameras and film or memory card.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
John Hoover
Sue Bloom
The Digital Darkroom
3 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Mar 17 - Mar 31
Instructor: Nikhil Bahl
Learn how to optimize your photographs
using Adobe Photoshop. Whether you
shoot in RAW or JPG format there is
always a need to optimize the image
after it has been captured in camera.
Demonstrations will help you understand
how various adjustments affect the
image. Global and local adjustments
discussed and demonstrated include:
contrast, saturation, white balance,
sharpening, noise reduction, cloning,
dodging, burning, levels, curves, masks
and more. Tips and tricks to optimize
different types of images and the use of
High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography
are also included. Note: this class does
not encompass digital manipulation, such
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as, adding elements to the photographed

scene.
Members $125 Non-Members $150

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Outdoor Photography:
Mini Workshop
3 Class Sessions
Friday, April 17, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Saturday, April 18, 7:00 - 10:00am
Tuesday, April 21, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Instructor: Nikhil Bahl
This class is designed to help you
improve your technical skills and your
photographic vision. While the emphasis
will be on photographing close-ups
and intimate landscapes, all outdoor
photography will be discussed. The first
session will be a classroom presentation
on visual design and composition. The
next 3 hour session will be held at a
local park, photographing with the
instructor. In-field demonstrations of
select techniques will be conducted. You
will also have the opportunity to receive
immediate feedback on your technique
and compositions. The last session is a
critique of the photographs taken during
the field session. It is recommended that
students own a tripod, SLR camera and
have a lens with close focusing capability.
Members $125 Non-Members $150
Advanced Composition &
Techniques
3 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
May 5 - May 19
Instructor: Nikhil Bahl
This class focuses on the essentials of
good composition and visual design.
Students learn how to combine different
elements harmoniously to create
balance in a photograph. Learn how
to use color, line, shape, form, texture
and perspective to create a dynamic
image. The creative use of depth of
field and slow shutter speeds, multiple
exposures, panoramic photographs, and
other advanced techniques are included.
A critique of student images will be
conducted during the last session. Film
and Digital photographers welcome. It is
recommended that students own a
SLR camera.
Members $117 Non-Members $130
DC Photo Excursions
A Single Thursday, 7:00 – 9:30 pm
May 7: National Cathedral
A Single Thursday, 7:00 – 9:30 pm
May 14: National Mall
Visit some of DC’s most recognizable
places, but photograph them like never
before. You’ll see the scene through
fresh eyes as you receive photographic
advice, tips and tricks along the way.
These fieldtrips are a great learning
experience that is also loads of fun!
Students bring their own camera and
film or memory card. Contact VisArts
for meeting place/times.
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Photography
Digital Collage Painting
with
Sue Bloom
VisArts is proud to present this
two-day intensive workshop with
renowned photographer Sue Bloom.
Sue Bloom Workshop:
Digital Collage Painting
Feb 21 & Feb 22, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Sue Bloom
This two-day workshop explores the
new and exciting artistic possibilities
for digital collage and painting. On
Saturday, we will delve into the
myriad of collage techniques, including
geometric, gridded collages and free-
form multi-layer images. Learn how
blending modes and masking can
transform your work. Students are
encouraged to bring their own images
but Sue will supply photos for tutorials.
On Sunday, learn the techniques that
will turn your photos into pastels,
watercolors, conte drawings, oil
paintings and more. Sue has pioneered
techniques that mimic the real
mediums. Students are encouraged
to bring photos that they would like
to use. These techniques will work on
everything from still lifes, to portraits,
to landscapes.
Members $297 Non-Members $330
Sue Bloom
Open Darkroom
Jan 17 - June 13
Saturdays, 1:00 - 5:00pm
(Closed Apr 11, May 23)
Sundays, 1:00 - 5:00pm
(Closed Apr 12, May 10, May 24)
Additional Darkroom Hours by
Appointment
Individuals with darkroom experience
can spend additional time in the
photography lab and darkroom.
Participants can process film, tone, dry
mount prints, and cut mats on site.
Passes may be purchased from the
studio monitor during open darkroom
hours. Participants bring their own
photo paper; all chemistry is provided
by VisArts.
Passes are good for 6 months from
date of purchase.
10 hr pass: $100
20 hr pass: $160
As you go pass: $12/hour
John Hoover
Shooting Studio Rental
Jan 15 – June 15
Hours by Appointment
VisArts has excellent space and
lighting equipment for most studio-
based photography projects. High
ceilings and tungsten and strobe
lights adaptable to virtually any setup,
along with an amazing variety of
backdrops will help you realize your
creative vision. Explore the subtle and
challenging art of studio lighting in a
facility that is available to you when
inspiration strikes.
Studio size: 30’x17’, 510 square feet.
2 hour minimum, full service with
shooting equipment.
$50/hour
$150/half day
$300/full day

 Drawing and Painting
Figure Drawing I:
Gesture & Tone
7 Mondays, 6:00 - 9:30pm
Jan 26 – Mar 16 (no class Feb 16)
Instructor: Russ Bogdan
This course is a classically inspired
introduction to “Form Drawing.” Working
from reproductions of Italian Master
drawings and live models to learn cross-
hatching: the traditional shading technique
of using black & white charcoal on toned
paper. Analyze proportion, foreshortening
and basic anatomy to create more
expressive drawings through the use
of “gestural design.” Develop tone that
describes anatomy and shape, and use
light to enhance 3D illusion. All levels
welcome, but some drawing experience
recommended. Continuing students
are encouraged to explore more
sophisticated issues. All supplies and

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model fees included.
Members $261 Non-Members $290

Figure Drawing II: Structure

7 Mondays, 6:00 - 9:30pm
Apr 13 – June 1
Instructor: Russ Bogdan
This advanced course approaches the
architecture and anatomy of the figure,
utilizing concepts and techniques of
the classical Masters. Work from
reproductions of master drawings and
live models to analyze the structural and
geometrical aspects of the body. “Form
Drawing” concepts will be used, allowing
students to see and draw in a more 3D
manner. Skills learned will provide an
essential foundation for expression.
Using charcoal pencils, tonal-hatching
techniques will be introduced to describe
shape and anatomy. Study anatomy,
proportion and contours, and learn to
take measurements and angles. Use
bone alignments as a guide, focus on
relationships between the ribcage and
pelvis. Using charcoal mediums, demos
will be given. Continuing students will
build upon knowledge gained in prior
classes. All supplies and model fees
included.
Members $261 Non-Members $290
Abstract Painting in Acrylics
8 Tuesdays, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Session1: Jan 20- March 10
Session 2: April 21 – Jun 9
Instructor: Deanna Schwartzberg
Learn to see and interpret abstract
painting in a new and challenging way.
Explore color, line, movement and form
with emphasis on personal expression.
In depth critiques and discussions take
place throughout the session. Supply list
provided after registration.
Members $252 Non-Members $280
Beginning Drawing
6 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30pm
Jan 14 – Feb 18
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
Move away from drawing stick figures and
learn skills handed down from the masters
like form, composition, perspective,
and understanding space. This class is
designed to demystify traditional drawing
techniques while using graphite and
charcoal. This approach is the perfect
foundation for advancing in drawing
and painting of all kinds. Students with
experience are welcome and will receive
individual attention from the instructor at
the appropriate level. Supply list provided
after registration.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Advanced Concepts in
Drawing
6 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30pm
Feb 25 – Apr 1
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
This class is designed to teach drawing
as a skill that not only aids other art
mediums, but also is a medium strong
enough to be a final product. Explore
drawing through advanced exercises that
will take current work to the next level.
Using graphite, composition, line weight,
edges, and tone/value will all be critically
explored as tools in developing a personal
voice through drawing. Continuing
students will receive individual attention
from the instructor at the appropriate
level. Supply list provided after
registration.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Paint to Perfection
8 Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:30pm
Jan 15 – Mar 5
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
Enhance your knowledge of basic painting
principles, or learn them for the very first
time. Develop an in-depth understanding
of paint mixing, color theory, and tonal
values with an emphasis on personal
expression. Subject matter includes still
life, landscape and working from the
model. Students will receive individual
attention in the paint medium(s) they
wish to explore. Drawing experience
is required. Supply list provided after
registration.
Members $234 Non-Members $260
Book Illustration in
Watercolor
6 Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:30pm
Mar 19 – Apr 30 (no class Apr 9)
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
This is a class for anyone who loves to
pair imagery with text. Learn to improve
watercolor skills while developing your
very own narrative work. Explore artistic
character creation, page layout, and
watercolor composition. Ideas behind
the aesthetic identities of a paint and an
illustration will be covered. Continuing
students will receive individual attention
from the instructor at the appropriate
level. Supply list provided after
registration.
Members $198 Non-Members $220

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Sketchbook Drawing
5 Saturdays, 10:30am – 12:30pm
May 9 – June 13 (no class May 23)
Instructor: Hamil Ma
Leave the easel and drawing board at
home and learn to draw efficiently in
a sketchbook. Embrace techniques of
simplified drawing, quick proportions,
and rapid shading that will give you the
freedom to create anytime, anywhere!
Supply list provided after registration.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Open Studio Figure Drawing &
Painting
Drop in Sessions on Tuesday Evenings
7:30 - 10:00pm
Jan 20 - May 19 (no class Apr 7)
Instructor: Walter Clark
Each session features a live model
beginning with one, three and five minute
poses, followed by prolonged poses for
the remainder of the session. Artists of all
levels are welcome, although instruction
is optional. Participants must bring their
own art supplies and VisArts will supply
easels and drawing boards. A $20 model
fee will be collected by the instructor at
the start of each class.
Drop in Cost: $20/per session
(To attend this class on a regular basis,
please contact VisArts to register.)
Analytical Anatomy and Figure
Drawing:
The Model, The Memory and the Mind
9 Saturdays, 2:00 - 4:30pm
Jan 24 - Mar 21
Instructor: Malone Samuels
This course provides the principles of
drawing the human figure and anatomy
necessary to depict the figure whether
from the live model, the memory, or
from the imagination. Throughout the
course, each class consists of two main
components: the principles of structural
drawing and the study of artistic anatomy.
Lectures and demonstrations provided
by the instructor. Drawing from the live
model, class discussions, assigned class
exercises and suggested study to be done
outside of class, included.
Members $261 Non-Members $290
Drawing and Painting
Watercolor Painting
5 Saturdays, 1:30am – 4:30pm
May 9 – June 13 (no class May 23)
Awaken your creativity with this
traditional watercolor class. Learn to
paint washes, glazes, color mixtures,
dry and wet techniques and different
brush strokes. Study the elements
of pigment, light, and composition in
painting. Class includes exercises and
insightful critique sessions. Supply list
provided after registration.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
From Drawing to Painting
4 Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30pm
Apr 22 – May 13
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
This compact class is designed for
intermediate/advanced drawing
students looking to transition into
painting. Take the next steps to move
from charcoal, pencil and conte crayon
to a more painterly mode of artistic
interpretation. Use previously acquired
drawing skills to build well composed
paintings.
Supply list provided after registration.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Still Life in Oils
7 Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:30pm
May 7 – June 18
Instructor: Russ Bogdan
Students create their own still life
using geometric models supplied.
Layout a design on canvas and develop
a monochromatic under painting.
Traditional use of a palette, mixing,
glazing and blending techniques are
addressed along with lighting and
composition. Continuing students may
bring personal props, begin to use color,
and cover more advanced techniques.
Supply list provided after registration.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Plein Air Painting
A Single Sunday, 10:00 - 1:30pm
Apr 26 • May 17 • Jun 7
Instructor: Harriet Lesser
Learn the techniques of Plein-Air
painting on location with instruction on
a personal level regardless of student
ability. Enjoy painting in the moment
and representing visually what you see,
hear and feel. Study color temperature,
edges, values, and learn to observe
and paint light effectively. Supply list
provided after registration and contact
VisArts for meeting places.
Members $72 Non-Members $80
Watercolor Workshop
Series with
Nicholas Simmons
VisArts presents a series of Watercolor
Painting Workshops with Nicholas
Simmons, one of today’s most exciting
contemporary watermedia artists. In
2007, Simmons won the top prize of
the 87th National Watercolor Society
Exhibition, from an international field
of 1,200 painters. His work has been
featured in a variety of publications
and he has exhibited in the U.S. and
abroad. Mr. Simmons is a sought-after
workshop instructor, known for his
fresh, unorthodox, and often irreverent
approach.
Two-Day Workshop: Saturday January
10th & Sunday January 11th, 2009
~ 10am-4pm daily
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Three-Day Workshop: Saturday March
28th through Monday March 30th, 2009
~ 10am-4pm daily
Members $260 Non-Members $234
Three-Day Workshop: Wednesday June
3rd through Friday June 5th, 2009
~ 10am-4pm daily
Members $260 Non-Members $234
Nicholas Simmons
This Innovative Watermedia 2-day
workshop will focus on techniques and
concepts the artist is noted for, including
the use of fluid acrylic paint used as
transparent watercolor and standard
watercolor. Innovative Watermedia
3-day workshop will go deeper into
topics covered in the 2-day workshop,
and will also feature a special Photoshop
presentation by the artist (no computer
or projector required for enrollees),
demonstrating unique ways to stimulate
the imagination and develop startling
compositions. Participants will paint each
day, and receive individualized attention.
Da Vinci Paint will provide free samples
of Fluid Acrylic paint to each artist.


Introduction to Fused Glass
Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Jan 31 & Feb 1
Saturday & Sunday, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Apr 18 & 19
Instructor: Eileen Martin
This entry level glass fusing course
introduces students to the concepts
of coefficient of expansion (COE),
temperature, volume control and firing
schedules. Using cutting tools, a variety
of glass, molds and kilns will allow the
artist to create art from fused glass.
Discussions include slumping, project
layout, choosing materials, design and
color. Student projects will culminate with
the creation of an 8”x8” dish. Each
student will complete class with skills and
knowledge to begin fusing on their own.
No previous glass experience required. All
supplies and firing included.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Continuing Fused Glass
2 Saturdays, 11:00am - 2:00pm
March 14 & 21
2 Saturdays, 11:00am - 2:00pm
May 9 & 16
Instructor: Kathie Lynch
Go beyond the basics and learn techniques
that will take your glass work
to the next level. Enhance your knowledge
of fusing with pattern bars, inclusions, and
more. This project centered class will
focus on the process of building a dish
using pattern bars as the main component.
All supplies and firing included.
Members $200 Non-Members $225
“That’s Hot...”
Friday,Saturday,Sunday 10:00am -
4:00pm
Mar 13, 14, 15
Friday,Saturday,Sunday 10:00am -
4:00pm
June 5, 6, 7
Instructor: Eileen Martin
This advanced level glass course takes
students deeper as they look at different
possibilities in glass. Work with powder
wafers, inclusions, pot drops, pattern
bars, and more. Demonstrations and
hands-on use of the Vitrograph are
included. Create a variety of projects
culminating in the creation of a thick
glass dish. Understanding of kiln firing,
temperature control, and glass behavior is
required to fully appreciate this class. All
supplies and firing included.
Members $342 Non-Members $380
Kathie Perry
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Fused Glass
Have a Blast with Irid Glass
A Single Saturday, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Jan 24 • April 4
Instructor: Kathie Lynch
Iridescent glass radiates a rainbow of
colors! Create original designs and learn
to use the sandblaster to put those
designs on glass. Create a beautifully
illustrated irid glass dish that will be
slumped into a choice of molds which we
have available. All materials and firing
included.
Members $90 Non-Members $100
Jewelry from Glass
A Single Saturday, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Mar 21 • May 30
Instructor: Kathie Lynch
Students of all levels will design earrings,
pins and pendants from fused glass.
Create unique designs using frit, stringers
and specially cut pieces of glass to
achieve just the right look. Assemble final
jewelry pieces that are ready to wear! All
materials and firings included.
Members $81 Non-Members $90
Girls Night Out!
Single Evenings by Appointment
7:00 - 9:00pm
Jan 15 – June 15
Gather up the gang (girls or boys!) and let
VisArts provide the party! Private parties
of six people or more enjoy an evening
of artistic creation where every participant
makes an original glass dish. VisArts will
teach you the skills you need and provides
the snacks; you provide drinks. All glass
materials and firing included.
$45 per person
6 person minimum, 12 person maximum
JUST TRY IT!
Single Projects in Glass
Choose a project that you want to create
in glass and go for it! With little or no
experience students create a work of art
in glass in just one session. Learn how
to cut and layer glass and incorporate frit
and stringers to bring your design to life.
Try it solo, or gather a group of friends for
a fun and artful evening.
Just Try... A Glass Dish
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Jan 13 • Mar 24
The finished project is a 4x8” sushi dish or
add $10 to upgrade to an 8x8” dish.
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Just Try... Glass Jewelry
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Jan 20 • Mar 31
The finished project is a pair of earrings
and a pendant using the lovely Dichroic
glass. Includes hanging findings but does
not include a chain.
Members $49 Non-Members $55
Just Try... Wall Art
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Jan 27 • Apr 14
The finished project is a 12x12” flat tack
fused square which can be wall or window
installed. The hardware for installation
will be provided, great results guaranteed!
Members $72 Non-Members $80
Just Try... A Mosaic Mirror
Tuesday & Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Feb 3 & 4 • Apr 21 & 22
The finished project is a framed mosaic
glass mirror for hanging. The hardware for
installation will be provided. This project
takes 2 sessions.
Members $49 Non-Members $55
Just Try... A Functional Clock
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Feb 10 • Apr 28
The finished project is a fused glass clock
for hanging (8x8”). The hardware for
installation will be provided.
Members $54 Non-Members $60
Just Try... A Planter Table
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Feb 17 • May 5
The finished project is a small table with
a fused glass tabletop.
Members $72 Non-Members $80
Just Try... Picture Frames
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Feb 24 • May 12
Students will complete 2 picture frames.
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Just Try... A Votive Candle
Holder
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Mar 3 • May 19
The student will complete a lovely
votive candle holder, approximately 6x6
slumped. Student may make another
votive during this session for an added
material fee of $10.
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Just Try... Flat Sculptural Art
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:00pm
Mar 10 • May 26
The finished project is a 10x10” fully
fused square which will be displayed in
a lovely metal stand – what a beautiful
piece of art! .
Members $81 Non-Members $90
Just Try... A Table Lamp
A Single Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:00pm
Mar 17 • June 2
A free standing 4 sided table lamp, allows
the student to make 4 rectangular panels
which will eventually be attached to the
lamp sides.
Members $81 Non-Members $90

Beginning Jewelry
6 Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Apr 16 - May 21
Instructor: Mimi Harris
Learn the art of metal jewelry making and
create one-of-a-kind pieces to wear or
give as gifts. Learn how to design, saw,
pierce, drill, texture, form, sand and file
to achieve just the right look. Students
finish three pieces of their choice.
Members $189 Non-Members $210
Flowers Forever:
Beads, Pearls & Crystals
1 Monday & 1 Thursday, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Mar 16 & Mar 19
Instructor: Mindy Lam
Complete a beautifully beaded jewelry
set using Swarovski crystals, Japanese
beads, and pearls. Explore creative
ideas, design, theory and technique
while making multifunctional jewelry
and accessories. Students complete a
pin that can be used as a pendant, a
multifunctional necklace/bracelet, and
a pair of earrings in a flower motif. All
materials included.
Members $135 Non-Members $150
Jewelry/Screen Printing
Spiral Beaded Bracelet
Saturday & Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00pm
April 18 & Apr 19
Monday & Tuesday, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Feb 9 & Feb 10
Instructor: Mimi Harris
Make a spiral beaded bracelet with small
glass seed beads, a needle and beading
thread. This gorgeous stitch makes
a beautiful tubular spiral pattern. No
experience necessary. Some work at
home may be needed between sessions
to complete the bracelet. Bring glasses or
magnifying glass if needed for small work.
All materials included.
Members $81 Non-Members $90
Pendants in Copper,
Brass & Silver
A Single Monday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Apr 27 • Jun 8
Instructor: Mimi Harris
Personalize pendants by stamping names,
shapes, symbols, or words into metal
that will be drilled to hang as pendants.
Complete a silver, brass and copper
pendant that can be strung together or
worn separately. Designs can be oxidized
to highlight detail.
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Screen Printing
Screen Printing from Digital
Media
3 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
Feb 3 - Feb 17
3 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
Apr 29 - May 13
Screen a digital file (such as a photo,
scanned drawing, or Photoshop file) to
create printed T-Shirts, posters, or fine
art. Learn to properly prepare your image
and to use light-sensitive emulsion to
transfer your image to a screen, as well
as the technical skills to print your work.
Members $108, Non-Members $120
1-Day Workshop: Screen
Printing from Digital Media
Saturday, Jan 31, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday, Mar 15, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday, Apr 25, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Screen a digital file (such as a photo,
scanned drawing, or Photoshop file) to
create printed T-Shirts, posters, or fine
art. Learn to properly prepare your image
and to use light-sensitive emulsion to
transfer your image to a screen, as well
as the technical skills to print your work.
Members $81 Non-Members $90

Crocheted Neckpiece
A Single Thursday, 6:00 – 9:00pm
Jan 22
A Single Saturday, 10:00am – 1:00pm
April 11th
Mindy Lam

Instructor: Johnnie Gins

Students create a beautiful three tier
necklace in just one workshop! Learn a
simple crochet stitch to suspend beads,
Cuff Bracelet shells, stones to create just the right look.
A Single Saturday, 11:00am – 1:00pm Students are encouraged to bring their
Feb 28 • Jun 13 own ‘found objects’ to incorporate into

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this one-of-a-kind piece.
Instructor: Mimi Harris Members $50 Non-Members $55
With little or no experience, students will
learn how to form metal to make a silver
cuff bracelet. Hammering, texturing,
forming and filing are all a part of making Screen Printing Open Studio
your own one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
that will be ready to wear home that day. Feb 17 - Mar 24
Members $45 Non-Members $50 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
May 20 - June 10
“Idiot’s Delight” Silver Chain Stop by with some friends and print
Bracelet T-shirts together! You bring the shirts
Saturday & Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00pm or paper, we provide the rest, including
Apr 25 & 26 emulsion, computers, laser printer,
Monday & Tuesday, 10:30am – 1:30pm transparencies, exposure unit, paint,
screens, etc.
Johnnie Gins

Feb 23 & Feb 24

Passes are good for 6 months
Instructor: Mimi Harris
from date of purchase.
Learn to make jump rings and form them
10 hr pass: $100
into an interesting patterned solderless
20 hr pass: $160
chain to complete a bracelet. No
As you go pass: $12/hour
experience necessary. Bring glasses or
magnifying glass if needed for small work.
*Ask about Screen Printing
All tools and materials included.
Parties for Teens
Members $81 Non-Members $90



WOOD
Fundamentals of Woodworking
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Jan 5, 6 &12, 13
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Feb 2, 3 & 9, 10
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Mar 2, 3 & 9, 10
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
Apr 6, 7 &13, 14
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
June 8, 9 & 15, 16
This class is designed for beginning
woodworkers or those who have been
away from the craft for sometime.
Students will learn about different types
of woodworking joints used in furniture
construction using both hand and power
tools as they make their own take-home
project. This course also covers subjects
such as wood properties, selecting and
purchasing lumber, and finishing.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Turning Plates and Platters
A Single Saturday, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Jan 24 • Feb 28 • Mar 28 • Apr 25
May 30 • June 27
Expand your turning horizons to include
the turning of wooden plates and platters.
This class will show you how to prepare
wood blanks for shallow turning. Learn
the proper tool selection, sharpening
techniques, tool grip, positioning, and
finish applications you create a beautiful
one-of-a-kind work of art, suitable for
everyday use or special occasions.
Members $157 Non-Members $175
Fundamentals of Face Carving
2 Fridays, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Jan 9 & Jan 16
2 Fridays, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Mar 20 & Mar 27
2 Fridays, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
May 15 & May 22
Learn the finer points of carving as you
carve a face in found lumber to create
whimsical spirit sticks. The Instructor will
guide you through the basic techniques
required for layout and symmetry. You
will learn specific cuts required to properly
form eyes, nose, mouth, and hair. Tuition
includes carving knife.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Handmade Wooden Pens
A Single Thursday, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Mar 19 • June 18
Learn how to make your own exotic
wooden pens. Friends and family won’t
believe you made them yourself! Receive
instruction and practice on the lathe, band
saw, drill press, and sanding station as
you learn the secrets to successfully make
these beautiful and delicate pens.
Members $72 Non-Members $80
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Wood / Inclusive Arts
Decorative Box Construction
4 Days, Mon – Thurs, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Jan 26 - Jan 29
4 Days, Mon – Thurs, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Mar 23- Mar 26
4 Days, Mon – Thurs, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
May 18 - May 21
This class introduces the student to the
joinery techniques to construct a beautiful
decorative wooden box. Students will
construct their own box from curly maple
and figured veneer. The box will be held
together using double dado joints cut on
the router table. The top incorporates
a floating frame and panel construction
and utilizes simple yet effective concealed
hinge. The basics of veneer application
and sanding will be covered and each
student will complete their masterpiece
with a hand trubbed oil finish.
Members $247 Non- Members $275
INCLUSIVE ARTS
VisArts’ Inclusive Arts program, provides
visual art education and experiences
for adults 18 + with developmental
disabilities. Goals are to promote
improved self-esteem, nurture creative
thinking, improve manual dexterity, and
have fun!
Exceptional Artists: Clay
Creations
8 Mondays, 1:00 - 2:30pm
Jan 26– Mar 16 (no class Feb 16)
8 Mondays, 1:00 - 2:30pm
Apr 13 - Jun 8 (no class May 25)
Instructor: Michele Chais
Students dive into the ’mud’ and create
fantastic animals, sculptures, pots and
more! Learn hand-building techniques
like pinching and coiling. Returning
students are welcome, as this class
always has new projects! Since this is
a group class, students must be able
to work with minimal assistance, or be
accompanied by an adult who can provide
help.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Regiser for both sessions at once and
receive a discount:
Members $286 Non-Members $320
Michele Chais
Exceptional Artists Photography
5 Thursdays, 1:00 - 2:30pm
Apr 16 - May 14
Instructor: John Hoover
Students learn how a camera works and
practice basic guidelines of composition
and lighting. Shoot portraits, still life,
architecture and macro photos. Learning
the way to capturing great photos
presents the photographer with a new
voice!
Members $117 Non-Members $130
Exceptional Artists: Fine Arts
Sampler
9 Fridays, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Jan 30 - Mar 27
9 Fridays, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Apr 17 - Jun 12
Instructor: Michele Chais
Students explore sculpture, fiber arts,
mixed media, painting, drawing and much
more! Experiment with several art styles
and techniques while enjoying the creative
process. Returning student are welcome,
as this class always has new projects!
Students should be able to work with
minimal assistance, or be accompanied by
an adult who can provide help.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Regiser for both sessions at once and
receive a discount:
Members $268 Non-Members $300
Exceptional Artists:
Crafts from Recycled Materials
& Natural Objects
9 Tuesdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Jan 27 - Mar 24
9 Tuesdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Apr 14 - Jun 9
Instructor: Michele Chais
Make crafts from rocks, pebbles, sticks,
leaves, bamboo, feathers among other
natural materials. Also construct projects
from recycled materials and found
objects.
Projects include sculptures, weavings,
mosaics, and collages.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Regiser for both sessions at once and
receive a discount:
Members $268 Non-Members $300
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MISCELLANEOUS
Getting Back to Art
6 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Jan 13 - Feb 17
Instructor: Harriet Lesser
This mixed media course is specially
designed for those who have had art
training, moved away from it, and would
like to get back to the artistic element of
their lives. Enjoy exercises in drawing,
painting, mixed media collage and other
mediums that will rekindle each student’s
creative side. Class includes information
about submitting current artwork for
juried exhibitions.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Cold Metal Sculpture
6 Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:30pm
Apr 21 - May 26
Instructor: Harriet Lesser
Who says that you need a blow-torch
to produce amazing metal sculpture?
Learn the basics of manipulating metal
as a sculptural material along with the
importance of compositional elements in
three dimensional designs. Experiment
with embossing, twisting, cutting, cold
adhering and many other creative
methods of working with metal.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Mosaic Art
5 Sundays, 2:30 - 5:30pm
Feb 8 - Mar 8
Instructor: Hillary Sloate
This class will introduce students to
the basics of Mosaic: materials, tools,
techniques, cutting, adhesives, grouting,
andamento, approaches, and history.
Each student will create small works,
using both direct and indirect methods.
Bring your ideas, sketches and inspiration.
Supply list provided upon registration.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Italilan Embroidery
5 Thurdsays, 12-2:00pm
Feb 12-Mar 12
Instructor: Emma Siani
This is a beginner level class that
introduces the fantastic world of Italian
traditional embroidery. The final product
will be something that can be used
everyday on your tables like place mats,
table runners or coasters.
Members $162 Non-Members $180
Family Programs
FUN AS A FAMILY!
Arts 2 gether
5 Thursdays 2:30 - 3:30pm
Jan 22 - Feb 19  A Single Sunday, 1:00 – 2:00pm
5 Thursdays 2:30 - 3:30pm
Mar 5 - Apr 2
Instructor: Joan Clowes
This hands-on class allows parent and
child to jump into creativity together! Be
inspired by books, nature, seasons and
holidays. Explore colors, textures, shapes
and elementary composition together and
have fun doing it! This class is perfect for
children ages 2 - 4 accompanied by one
adult.
Members $117 Non-Members $130
Puffed Heart Pendant for
Valentine’s Day
A Single Saturday, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Feb 7
Instructor: Mimi Harris
Children ages 6+ work with a parent
to make a gift for someone special
this Valentine’s Day! In this jewelry
workshop, press a heart shape out of
copper with a hydraulic press and saw out
the design, adding beads to decorate a
pendant. Parent and child learn together
in a safe environment to make a one-of-
a-kind jewelry piece to give as a gift to
someone they love!
Members $45 Non-Members $50
T-Shirt Screen Printing
A Single Sunday, 10:00am - Noon
Feb 22 • May 17
Hand-print designs on up to 5 shirts of
any size! Families create a design of their
own but can also print from our pre-made
designs. Kids love squeegeeing the paint
onto the shirts and seeing their artwork
appear. Wear shirts home the same day!
Please bring your own shirts. For children
age 7+ accompanied by one adult.
Members $40 Non-Members $45
Handmade Wooden Pens
A Single Thursday, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Feb 26
Learn how to make your own exotic
wooden pens. Receive age appropriate
instructions for all participants and
practice on the lathe, band saw, drill
press, and sanding station as a team.
Learn the secrets to successfully make
beautiful and delicate pens in a safe and
fun environment. For children age 7+
accompanied by one adult.
Members $90 Non-Members $100
Spring Fling!
Casting Critters in Glass
Apr 5 • Apr 26
Butterflies, frogs, ladybugs, worms and
more... Bring your own crazy critter to life
as never before! Explore the wonders of
glass as an art material in a safe and fun
way. Students will also create one-of-a
kind wrapping paper for their finished
work of art. For children ages 3 +
accompanied by one adult.
Members $40 Non-Members $45
Do-Together Books
4 Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Apr 15 – May 6
Instructor: Karen Harrison
Create a cooperative story and then
illustrate your own pages. Also, create
marble paper and a Z-book with your
family. Add embellishments with stamps
and bind your books. Depict a traditional
story using visual symbols. For children
ages 5-11 accompanied by one adult.
Members $117 Non-Members $130
Make it for Mom: Glass
Jewelry
A Single Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00am
May 2
Instructor: Eileen Martin/Kathie Lynch
The best, most thoughtful, gifts are those
that are hand made. Families learn to
work together with glass to craft special
pieces of jewelry for mom, grandma, or
anyone celebrating Mother’s Day. This
special workshop is for children ages 3 - 6
accompanied by one adult.
Members $50 Non-Members $55
Think Inside the Box:
Pinhole Cameras
A Single Saturday, 10:30 - 1:00pm
May 9 • Jun 6
Make your own camera out of almost
anything! Learn the elements of
traditional photography and leave with
amazing images from a new perspective.
For children ages 5 + accompanied by
one adult.
Members $54 Non-Members $60
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GRADES K-2
Paintbox Discovery!
4 Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Jan 27 – Feb 17
4 Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Mar 3 – Mar 24
4 Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Apr 14 – May 5
4 Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
May 19 – June 9
Find out what’s in the paintbox! Drawing,
painting, printmaking and sculpture are all
included in this creative class. Discover a
variety of fun and unique projects which
encourage imagination and individual
expression. Kids explore a variety of art
concepts, art vocabulary and different
art mediums and discover what creative
outlets they enjoy the most.
Members $135 Non-Members $150
Kids ‘n’ Clay
4 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Jan 28 – Feb 18
4 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Apr 15 – May 6
Children dive into the ’mud’ and create
fantastic animals, vessels, name plaques
and much more! Kids learn hand-building
techniques such as pinching and coiling as
well as sculpture and surface decoration.
Come ready to have fun and get messy!
All materials and firing fees included.
Members $135 Non-Members $150
Discover Digital Arts!
5 Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:30am
Feb 21 - Mar 21
5 Sundays, 10:30 - 11:30am
May 3 - Jun 7
From “drawn” artwork to student shot
photos and designs, kids explore digital
imagery and learn to use technology as a
tool for artistic creation. Students design
their own logo, produce a series of images
that tell a story, and embark on many
other fun projects.
Members $99 Non-Members $110
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GRADES 3-5
Me, Myself & I Fun With Digital Arts
4 Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm 8 Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00pm
Mar 5 – Mar 26 Jan 28 - Mar 18 (Theme: Jazz and Improv)
Students use artistic expression to tell the 8 Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00
story of themselves! Personal collages, Jan 27 - Mar 17 (Theme: Inventions)
self portraits and much more are all part In this exciting sampler class, students
of the adventure. Painting, drawing and will be exposed to three types of digital
mixed media sculpture are used in this art: digital drawing, music-making, and
self-esteem building course.
animation. In the last three classes,
Members $135 Non-Members $150 students choose their favorite and create
a small project in that medium. Returning
students may create in their preferred
Creatures, Critters & Cartoon
medium throughout the session.
Characters Members $135 Non-Members $150
4 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
May 20 – June 10
More Fun With Digital Arts
This is not just a drawing class! Crazy 7 Wednesdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
critters and characters real and imagined (Theme: Multiples and Mass Production)
take on a life of their own through sculpture, Apr 29 - June 10
printmaking, and painting and drawing Students build on the skills they learned
combined with mixed media. Traditional in the original “Fun with Digital Arts” to
cartooning concepts are the building blocks take their music, graphics, and animation
for this action packed class! talents to new levels. The class culminates
Members $135 Non-Members $150 in a final project to which each student
contributes. Prerequisite: completion
Pop-Up Valentine’s Day Cards of the Fun With Digital Arts class or
A Single Saturday, 10:00 – 11:30am demonstrated proficiency with digital
Feb 14 drawing, electronic music production, and
animation.
Pop-Up Mother’s Day Cards
Members $126 Non-Members $140
A Single Sunday, 10:00 – 11:30am
May 3
Share surprise greetings with family, Cool Books
friends and neighbors by creating one- 3 Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
of-a-kind pop-up greeting cards that are Jan 29 – Feb 12
sure to delight! Instructor: Karen Harrison
Members $18 Non-Members $20 Students create three books: an accordion
book, lift-the-flap joke book with a
Japanese style binding, and a game
book. These books will have collaborative
elements and allow the students to
express their creativity.
Members $90 Non-Members $100
Dare to Draw!
6 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
John Hoover
Feb 23 – Mar 30
Instructor: Karen Harrison
Charcoal, pastels, ink, markers and
pencils… Kids try them all while
learning real drawing concepts at an
age appropriate level. Lessons in line,
shadow, contour and value take drawings
from good to great!
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Painter’s Palette
6 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Apr 13 – May 18
Instructor: Karen Harrison
Explore an assortment of media including
watercolor, acrylics, ink wash, and
tempra. Kids try their hand at painting
John Hoover
still life, portrait and landscape in addition
to experiments in abstraction!
Members $153 Non-Members $170

Clay Creations
5 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Mar 16 – Apr 20 (no class Apr 6)
Instructor: Michele Chais
Children dive into the ’mud’ and create
fantastic animals, vessels, name plaques
and much more! Kids learn hand-building
techniques such as pinching and coiling as
well as sculpture and surface decoration.
Come ready to have fun and get messy!
All materials and firing fees included.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Time Flies When You’re Having Fun
5 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Jan 26 – Mar 2 (no class Feb 15)
Instructor: Michele Chais
Students will create a fantastic and
unusual ceramic pendulum wall clock.
All participants are encouraged to explore
their own theme ideas to produce a
one-of-a-kind time piece.
All materials and firing fees included.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Fabulous Fountains
5 Mondays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
May 11 – June 8 (no class May 25)
Instructor: Michele Chais
Explore whimsical indoor fountain designs
and build a functional ceramic indoor
fountain. Various construction methods such
as slab, pinch, and the use of a cavity mold
will be taught. Surface texture, sculptural
relief, and glazing techniques are explored.
Students are encouraged to create their
own theme ideas to produce a one-of-a-kind
indoor fountain.
All materials and firing fees included.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Masters in the Making
5 Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30am
Feb 21 – Mar 21
Each week students explore the artwork,
and ideas of a master artist and then dive
into their own unique creations using their
newly learned techniques and skills.
Painting, drawing, mixed media collage
and clay are all part of this artistic
adventure!
Members $125 Non-Members $150
Paper Toys & Creatures from
Digital Graphics
A Single Saturday 9:00am - Noon
May 2
Students learn to use 2D graphics to print
elaborate paper cutouts that can be folded
into 3D objects and toys. Watch for the
moment of wonder when the angles add
up and a student understands how the 2D
shape will transform. Great combination
of basic geometry and art.
Members $27 Non-Members $30
Youth Classes & Workshops
Mosaics & More!
6 Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Feb 5 - Mar 12
New at VisArts!
Instructor: Julie Philips
Have fun with colorful glass and other
mixed media! Experience piecing glass
mosaic to make a mirror, frame, box,
or wall art. Learn to prepare glass and
arrange a pleasing design, glue and
grout your final piece. As well, work with
mixed media materials, such as pastels,
fresco, and fanciful wire and fabric figure
sculpture.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Celebrate the Cherry
Blossoms!
A Single Sunday, 10:00 - 11:30pm
Apr 5
In coordination with the Washington
DC Cherry Blossom Festival, this one
day workshop will celebrate the annual
blooming of the trees with a very special
mixed media art project!
Members $27 Non-Members $30
Make it for Mom: Glass
Jewelry
A Single Saturday, 1:00 - 2:00pm
May 2
Instructor: Eileen Martin/Kathie Lynch
The best, most thoughtful, gifts are those
that are hand made! Kids craft wearable
art from glass to give to mom, grandma,
or anyone celebrating Mother’s Day.
Members $50 Non-Members $55
Make it for Mom:
Glass Picture Frame
A Single Saturday, 5:00 - 6:00pm
May 2
Instructor: Eileen Martin/Kathie Lynch
Kids craft a glass picture frame perfect
for preserving family memories. This
unique gift is perfect for mom, grandma,
or anyone celebrating Mother’s Day. The
best, most thoughtful, gifts are those that
are hand made!
Members $45 Non-Members $50
Fusion Art and Poetry
8 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:30pm
Jan 14 –Mar 11 (no class Feb 11)
Instructor: Adele Steiner
Students will learn how to use their
senses to explore the visual arts and
write poetry.  Students will compose
different types of poetic forms and
techniques in writing including haikus,
acrostic, echphrastic, and shape poems.  Art Afternoons: Fridays in May
Visual art components include mixed
media, drawing, painting, and ceramics.
Students will leave with their own poetry
chapbooks.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Art Afternoons:
Kid’s Choice!
In this child-centered class, students
relax and unwind, creating art, playing
games, listening to music, and even
doing homework if that’s what they
choose. A wide variety of art projects,
craft activities, and creative games
will be offered to students for their
enjoyment and growth. All materials
will be provided. Grades: K-8
Instructor: Michele Chais
Art Afternoons:Tuesdays in January
3:00 – 6:00pm
Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
Members $140 Non-Members $155
Art Afternoons: Fridays in January
3:00 – 6:00pm
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
Members $140 Non-Members $155
Art Afternoons: Tuesdays in February
3:00 – 6:00pm
Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
Members $140 Non-Members $155
Art Afternoons: Fridays in February
3:00 – 6:00pm
Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
Members $140 Non-Members $155
Art Afternoons: Tuesdays in March
3:00 – 6:00pm
Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Members $171 Non-Members $190
Art Afternoons: Fridays in March
3:00 – 6:00pm
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
Members $140 Non-Members $155
Art Afternoons: Tuesdays in April
3:00 – 6:00pm
Apr 14, 21, 28
Members $105 Non-Members $115
Art Afternoons: Fridays in April
3:00 – 6:00pm
Apr 3, 17, 24
Members $105 Non-Members $115
Art Afternoons: Tuesdays in May
3:00 – 6:00pm
May 5, 12, 19, 26
Members $140 Non-Members $155
3:00 – 6:00pm
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Members $171 Non-Members $190

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GRADES 6-8
Teen Environmental
Film Festival Project
9 Thursdays, 4:30 - 7:00pm
Jan 15 - Mar 12
Produce a 2-8 minute video for the
Environmental Film Festival! Students
will form a team, develop a project on an
environmental topic, and direct, film, and
edit the video. Students will benefit from
special critiques and guidance through
American University, and expert guidance
and training at VisArts (plus the use of
appropriate equipment).
Members $216 Non-Members $240
Music Production & Recording
8 Tuesdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Feb 3 - Mar 24
8 Tuesdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Apr 21 - June 9
8 Wednesdays, 10:00am - 12:00
Apr 22 - June 102
Rock out with professional software
to mix beats, layer vocals, and create
original songs in your own style, whether
it’s classical or hip hop. Bring your love
of music. No production experience
necessary.
Members $162 Non-Members $180
3D Modeling with Google
Sketchup
6 Tuesdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Feb 17 - Mar 24
6 Tuesdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
May 5 - June 9
Do you like building things? From
buildings to transportation to characters
and clothing, you can build a 3D model!
Students will learn about how to design a
structure of their own creation, and we’ll
use Google SketchUp to make the design
process much easier (and more fun) than
using traditional AutoCAD.
Members $90 Non-Members $100
Animating Monsters and
Magical Creatures
8 Mondays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Jan 26 - Mar 23 (no class Feb 16)
Bring your drawings to life using the
computer! Learn to draw and animate
objects and characters using the popular
Flash format, with special emphasis on
imaginary creatures.
Members $162 Non-Members $180
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Hand Turned Wooden Pens
A Single Thursday, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Jan 15 • Apr 30
Learn how to make your own exotic
wooden pens. Friends and family won’t
believe you made them yourself! Receive
instruction and practice on the lathe, band
saw, drill press, and sanding station as
you learn the secrets to successfully make
these beautiful and delicate pens.
Members $72 Non-Members $80
Animating Planes, Trains, and
Spaceships that Go!
7 Mondays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Apr 20 - June 8 (no class May 25)
Blasters, propellers, and spinning wheels:
learn to mix moving parts into the vehicle
of your dreams -- and send it on a
mission that you create. Flash animation.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Intro to Game Design
8 Fridays, 4:15 - 5:45pm
Feb 6 - Mar 27
If you’ve ever dreamed of designing your
own digital game, this is step one. Learn
about interactive game-making through
interfaces like GameMaker, and gain
experience working with both graphics
and code. Create your first interface,
make characters that move, and practice
storyboarding all in one class.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Game Design 2: The Next
Level
6 Fridays, 4:15 - 5:45pm
May 8 - June 12
Are you ready to control particles,
efficiently build worlds, and write your
own scripts? We’ll use GameMaker Pro
to expand your game-making horizons.
Perfect for students who have taken at
least 8 weeks of Intro to Game Design.
Prepares students for the Interactive Flash
class.
Members $135 Non-Members $150
Reinventing the Music Video
7 Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm
Apr 30 - June 11
If you like music videos, come make one!
Students learn how the combination of
music and moving images can be used
for unique artistic effect. Take back this
powerful art form and while you’re making
movies, make a statement.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
Constructing in Clay
5 Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:30pm
Jan 29 – Feb 26
Students explore hand-building techniques
in depth and have the opportunity to
create one large piece or a few smaller
works of art. Surface decoration, glazing,
and advanced planning for mixed media
are covered. All materials and firing fees
included.
Members $153 Non-Members $170
Make it for Mom: Glass Jewelry
A Single Saturday, 3:00 - 4:00pm
May 2
Instructor: Eileen Martin/Kathie Lynch
The best, most thoughtful, gifts are those
that are hand made! Kids craft wearable
art from glass to give to mom, grandma,
or anyone celebrating Mother’s Day.
Members $50 Non-Members $55
Woodturning for Youth
4 Fridays, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Feb 6 - Feb 27
4 Fridays, 6:00 – 8:00pm
June 5 - June 26
This class is designed to introduce
youths (ages 10 to 15) to woodturning.
Each student will gain experience on
the lathe making a variety of different
projects under the supervision of the
instructor. They will learn the basics of
wood selection, preparation, set-up, tool
selection, and safe shop practices.
Members $207 Non-Members $230
Drawing, Painting & Portfolio
5 Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30am
May 9 - June 13 (no class May 23)
Instructor: Julie Philips
Drawing, painting and the beginning
of developing a real portfolio are all
a part of this class for young people
with an enthusiasm for art. Use of still
life, the figure, and varied content to
develop technique with pencil, conte,
charcoal, pen and ink and ink wash, as
well as watercolor and acrylic. Work on
personal projects and visual problem-
solving intended to extend your rendering
skills and develop facility in design and
composition.
Members $144 Non-Members $160
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GRADES 9-12
Professional Portfolio
Workshop
Weekday evenings by appointment
Instructor: J. Jordan Bruns
This one time portfolio review is designed
for students planning on pursuing visual
arts in college. Learn what it means to
build a cohesive body of work, expand
on creative thinking, and highlight a
collection of the best and most recent
work. Artist statements, aesthetic issues,
artistic strengths, and visual reflection of
personal artistic voice will be examined in
order to prepare students to submit work
to AP portfolio reviews and/or college
admissions boards. Start now and learn
the value of maintaining the discipline of
a serious working artist. Students bring
artwork for review and critique
Members $45 Non-Members $50
John Hoover
Foundation Drawing
6 Saturdays, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Jan 17 - Feb 14
Instructor: Malone Samuels
Teens seeking a strong foundation in
drawing learn basic principles, techniques,
and media of drawing and visual
perception. Approach still life, landscape
and drawing human proportions using
pencil, charcoal, chalk, conte and ink.
This class prepares students to move
forward to the next level painting class.
All drawing supplies are included.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Painting Principles
6 Saturdays, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Feb 21 - Apr 4 (no class Mar 28)
Instructor: Malone Samuels
Teens with a solid foundation in drawing
learn basic principles, techniques, and
media of painting and color theory.
Approach still life, landscape and work
from pictures and the imagination.
Contact VisArts for a supply list.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Youth Classes & Workshops
Jewelry from Glass
A Single Saturday, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Mar 21 • May 30
Instructor: Kathie Lynch
With little or no experience, students will
design earrings, pins and pendants from
fused glass. Create unique designs using
frit, stringers and specially cut pieces
of glass to achieve just the right look.
Assemble final jewelry pieces that are
ready to wear! All materials and firings
included.
Members $81 Non-Members $90
3D Animation
5 Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Feb 26 - Mar 26
Learn to understand the process of 3D
Animation and the techniques of organic
modeling, texture mapping, lighting, and
basic special effects. Create characters
and worlds! This class combines both
artistic and mathematical concepts.
Members $198 Non-Members $220
Teens on Wheels
5 Saturdays, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Feb 7 – Mar 7
Learn the fundamentals of wedging,
centering, throwing a successful form,
trimming and glazing. Various surface
decoration techniques are explored
components. No experience necessary but
intermediate students are welcome and
will be taught at the appropriate level. All
materials and firings included.
Members $180 Non-Members $200
Woodturning
4 Fridays, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Apr 3 - Apr 24
This class is designed to introduce teens
to woodturning. Each student will gain
experience on the lathe making a variety
of different projects under the supervision
of the instructor. Learn the basics of
wood selection, preparation, set-up, tool
selection, and safe shop practices.
Members $207 Non-Members $230
Hand Turned Wooden Pens
A Single Thursday, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
May 14
Learn how to make your own exotic
wooden pens. Friends and family won’t
believe you made them yourself!. Receive
instruction and practice on the lathe, band
saw, drill press, and sanding station as
you learn the secrets to successfully make
these beautiful and delicate pens.
Members $72 Non-Members $80
Intro to Woodworking
2 Mondays & 2 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm
May 4, 5 & 11, 12
This class is designed for beginning
woodworkers who would like to learn the
tools and the craft. Students will learn
about different types of woodworking
joints used in furniture construction
using both hand and power tools as they
make their own take-home project. This
course also covers subjects such as wood
properties, selecting and purchasing
lumber, and finishing.
Members $225 Non-Members $250
Screen Printing from Digital
Media
3 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
Feb 3 - Feb 17
3 Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm
Apr 29 - May 13
Screen a digital file (such as a photo,
scanned drawing, or Photoshop file) to
create printed T-Shirts, posters, or fine
art. Learn to properly prepare your image
and to use light-sensitive emulsion to
transfer your image to a screen, as well
as the technical skills to print your work.
Members $108 Non-Members $120
1-Day Workshop: Screen
Printing from Digital Media
Saturday, Jan 31, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday, Mar 15, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday, Apr 25, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Screen a digital file (such as a photo,
scanned drawing, or Photoshop file) to
create printed T-Shirts, posters, or fine
art. Learn to properly prepare your image
and to use light-sensitive emulsion to
transfer your image to a screen, as well
as the technical skills to print your work.
Members $81 Non-Members $90
Student-Created Art Show
4 alternating Saturdays 12:00 - 3:00pm
Feb 7, Feb 21, Mar 7, Mar 21
Learn by doing... with a team of high-
school artists, plan and execute an art
show. Each session will consist of a
presentation from a professional (on
subjects such as selecting work, lighting,
and promotion) followed by student-led
planning and decisions. A project coach
will help facilitate the student-powered
process. This project will require some
time spent outside of class, as determined
and scheduled by you and the other
team members.
Members $117 Non-Members $130
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Kids Create! Spring Break Art Camp
April 6 - April 10, 2009 8:30am - 3:00pm Kids’ Art Birthday
Students ages 6 - 11 spend their Spring Break week at VisArts
exploring their creative spirit with a full day of Kids Create! Art Camp. Parties:
Each day campers explore new and exciting art projects.
Leave the planning to us!
Kids bring a bag lunch and enjoye different recess activities or special
guests each day. On the last day of camp, kids host their own art VisArts offers birthday parties with
exhibition for their parents and enjoy a pizza party reception. an artistic flare for 4 - 12 year old
This camp sells out, so register early! budding artists.

Spring Break Camp Cost: Members $351 Non-Members $390 All birthday parties include fine art

Ages 6 - 8 Ages 9 - 11 activities that are fun and exciting!

Digital Arts Woodwork

From “drawn” artwork to student-taken
photos and designs, kids explore digital
imagery and learn to use technology as a
tool for artistic creation.
Painting & Drawing
Charcoal, watercolor, colored pencils,
acrylic... experiment with it all!
Learn the building blocks of the wood Basic Party Package
shop and what can come of those timeless
For 12 children
tools.
• Art project led by qualified instructor
• Use of Kids Art Studio for 2 hours
Photography
• Birthday decorations for the room
A picture perfect lesson in the art of
• Staff assistance with set/clean-up.
creating traditional black and white
Members $270 Non-Members $300
photographs.

Ceramics Printmaking
Dive into the ‘mud’ and learn how Experiment with countless materials to
to hand-build clay and decorate it to learn the art of making unique prints.
perfection.
Clay Animation
Glass Create unique characters, tell their
Make functional art from glass in a fun story and bring them to life by adding
and safe environment. movement and sound!

Rachel Loving
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Deluxe Party Package

For 12 children
• All Basic Party benefits, plus…
Extended Camp, All Ages, 3:00 - 5:30pm • Pizza lunch, cake and drinks
• Place settings (plates, cups, etc.)
Does your child want more creative time? Register for extended • Party favor bag for every guest
Spring Break Camp at VisArts and students will recieve an additional • A surprise for the birthday child!
two and a half hours of artistic experieces and guided creative time. Members $360 Non-Members $400

Extended Camp Cost: Members $121 Non-Members $135 Households with a VisArts Family Membership
receive a 10% discount!

For more information, reservations &

art project selection, please contact:
Dana Ferguson
dferguson@visartscenter.org
301-315-8200
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 Gallery Exhibtions Resident Artists
Turning the Page How You See It Eileen Martin
Stained/Art Glass
Studio #201
Dec 4 - Feb 21 March 5 - May 10

Kathie Perry
Fibonacci Animals by Carol Schwartz
Kathie Perry
Lynch

Maple Turning by Peg Koetsch

Fused Glass
Studio #201

Seth Weisel
Seth Weisel
Ceramics
Studio #203

The fine art behind illustrations Wide range of contemporary

photographs juried by Frank Goodyear, Bertrand Mao
Turning the Page Curator, National Portrait Gallery.

Bertrand Mao
Chinese Ink
Gallery Educational Brush
Studio # 204
Programs
Swirls, Twirls & Lift-off!
Marbleizing Event Room Julie Phillips
Mixed Media
Sunday, January 18, 2009 1:00-3:30pm
Rentals Studio #205

Julie Philips
Instructor: Harriet Lesser
Experiment with the intricacies and wonder
of this beautiful, decorative technique on We Host Events
Mindy Lam
paper and fabric. Age: 14+ Filled with Art, Jewelry
Members $50 Non-Members $55 Culture, and Creativity Studio #206

Illustrate Animals & Pen a

Poem in a Handmade Book

Mindy Lam
Saturday, February 7, 2009 Johnnie Gins
10:00am-12:00pm Jewelry
Studio #207
Explore sounds and animal characteristics,
with authors Cathy Abramson and Nancy
Arbuthnot, to write and illustrate an animal
poem in a book you make. Age: 8 -11 Mimi Harris
Members $50 Non-Members $55 Jewelry

Mimi Harris
Studio #207
Creative Bookbinding
Sunday, February 8, 2009
10:30am-12:30pm Pamela Hill-Byrne
Instructor: Sue Bikoff Jewelry
Studio #207

Pamela Hill-Byrne
Learn binding and folding methods to create
a star accordion book. Blend images and
your imagination to make a “mindscape”
handcrafted book. Age: 16+ Alan Sislen
Members $50 Non-Members $55 Photography
Studio #208
John Hoover

Papermaking
Saturday, January 24, 2009 10am-4pm
Location: Pyramid Atlantic-8230 Georgia
Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Colleen Spencer
Unique Event Spaces, Henderson
Alan Sislen

Instructor: Gretchen Schermerhorn Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Photography

An overview of papermaking history and Studio #208
Corporate Parties
techniques. Learn how to pull or form a
sheet of paper, add color using natural and
aqueous pigments, and incorporate collage, For more information email
Danny Conant
Colleen Henderson

inclusions, and pulp painting into handmade Contact Callie Prassinos at Photography
paper. Traditional Western and Eastern Galleryassist@VisArtsCenter.org Studio #208
papermaking techniques are covered.
Materials provided. Age: 16+
Members $130 Non-Members $145

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VisArts Too! contemporary

craft store displays and
sells the creative work
of the VisArts Resident
Artists as well as other
prominent local and national
artists. Proceeds from the
store benefit the VisArts

John Hoover
Education and Outreach
departments.

“ArtStops” Scout Programs For All Ages

The Ultimate Bring Your Troop Create Your
Art Field Trip To VisArts! Own Class!
Malena Martella

Rachel Loving

The Art Stop Program
increases visual art
awareness and promotes
artistic self-expression
for school groups, scouts,
seniors, and individuals with
special needs. Participants
enjoy a lively gallery tour,
artist demonstrations and
create a piece of art to
take home.
For more information, email
outreach@visartscenter.org
Come with your troop and
learn the skills to produce
a project in woodworking,
fused glass, digital art,
or ceramics. We have the
skilled teachers and facilities
to help you complete the
visual art scout activities.
For more information, email
outreach@visartscenter.org
John Hoover
Are you looking for an art
class or workshop that is
not being offered? VisArts
can custom make art
programming for guaranteed
groups of five or more! Tell
us what class you would like
to take and we will do the
rest. The sky is the limit!
To make a class or workshop
request, please contact the
Education Department at:
education@visartscenter.org

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 Special Events
Art After Hours Martinis & Matisse “Night at the
Free event the 1st Friday of each Live Music, Art & Martinis!
month, 6:30 - 9:00pm 2 & up Museum”
For all ages Friday, March 20th Viz Kidz For grades 3 - 5
6:30pm-9:30pm
Feburary 6 6:30 pm Friday, March 27th–
March 6 9:00am Saturday, March 28th
April 3
May 
June 5

John Hoover
Bring your sleeping bags, PJs
and slippers and have an
John Hoover

Create a unique martini glass

to take home! All galleries and amazing art expereince.
resident artist studios open.
Visit the galleries and resident $85 per child: includes dinner,
artist studios. Bring your friends $0 at the door/cash bar- light breakfast, art activities,
for an interesting evening of art, includes martini glass games, movies, stories, and
food, and fun! creative PJ prizes.

Ride for the Arts 2009 VisArts Fine Kids Create!

Sponsored by the Montgomery
County Hogs Association Arts Festival Summer Camp
May 6, 2009 Fine Arts and Crafts For Artists 5-12
9:00am Free Admission
Live Music Two week sessions
starting
May 23-May 24 June 29th, 2009
2:00pm- 8:00pm
John Hoover

Rachel Loving

Ride starts at 9am in the

This two day festival features
Rockville Town Square. Family
the area’s finest visual artists. “Best Art Camp On This
Activities to follow with live music
VisArts presents this festival Side of DC!”
from “The Crimestoppers.”
in connection with Hometown “A First Rate Arts Experience!”
Open for all motorcycles of all
Holidays, Memorial Day Weekend.
shapes and sizes.
Proceeds benefit the VisArts For artist applications contact Register early, space is limited!
Education and Outreach education@visartscenter.org
programs. Center.
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Join or renew now! Membership term is one year from date of purchase. Members received 10% discount
off of all classes, camps, workshops and purchases from VisArts Too!, our contemporary crafts shop.

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$40 Senior $50 Individual $75 Family

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CLASS POLICIES
Confirmation: Registration is confirmed by email. If there is a problem or schedule change, you will be notified by email or phone.
Withdrawals & Refunds: Notice of voluntary student withdrawal must be made in writing and is effective upon receipt by VisArts.
Up to 14 days before class start: 100% refund, less $15 registration fee. From 13 days before class starts: 70% refund, less $15
fee. After 1st class: 50% refund, less $15 fee. No refunds after 2nd class session. Cancellation: VisArts reserves the right to cancel
class if minimum enrollment is not met. Cancellations will take place up to 2 days before scheduled start of class. Full tuition and
registration fees will be returned if class is cancelled. Photo release policy: VisArts takes photographs of students for possible use in
our publications, applications for funding, website, and other development/public relations purposes. No compensation is povided to
individuals who appear in photographs. Inclement Weather Policy: VisArts will close in coordination with the closing of Montgomery
County Public Schools for inclement weather. For up-to-date information on school closings, please visit www.mcps.k12.md.us.

I have read and understand all policies of VisArts at Rockville.

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 Board of Directors
Robert Buchanan, President
Membership Benefits Bev Denbo, Vice President
Howard Covin, Treasurer
Become a VisArts Member Today! Robert Gratz, Secretary
We invite you to become a Member of VisArts and immediately enjoy Ronald Abramson
the benefits with discounts on year-round classes, camps, purchases Clay Blackmore
in the gallery and VisArts TOO! our contemporary craft store. Fleur Bresler
Memberships support our organization’s education, outreach and Phyllis Bresler
scholarship programs which enrich the lives of others while adding
new dimensions to your own. Jerry Fenzel
Johnnie Gins
Barbara J. Goldberg
Directions and Parking Beth Irving
Shirly Jacobs
From the North: Jerome Kaplan
Take I-270 South towards Washington John Lin
Take Exit 5 Falls Road, bear left towards Rockville/Rockville Town Center Norman Mitchell
Continue on Falls Road/Maryland Ave. and take that directly into Town Center Stacy Sklaver
VisArts is located next to the new library: VisArts front door: 155 Gibbs Street

From the South:

Take I-495N
Slight left at I-270N spur towards (Rockville/Frederick)
Merge onto I-270N (Frederick)
Take exit 5 Falls Road, bear right towards Rockville/Rockville Town Center
Continue on Falls Road/Maryland Ave. and take that directly into Town Center
VisArts is located next to the new library: VisArts front door: 155 Gibbs Street

Metro Directions:
VisArts is about a 5 minute walk from the Rockville Metro stop on the Red Line.
Exit the Metro following the signs pointing to “Rockville Town Center.” Walk
towards 355N and E. Middle Lane. Follow 355 North away from E. Middle Lane
about 2-3 blocks. Turn left onto Beall Ave. Turn left onto Gibbs Street. VisArts
shares the block with the Rockville Public Library and is the large glass building
on the left looking from Beall Ave.

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Parking for VisArts at Rockville:

Garage parking is available at the following Rockville Town Square
parking garages: 215 North Washington Street Garage, Rt. 355 Garage,
and 30 Maryland Avenue Garage. There is also metered parking spots
on the streets in Rockville Town Square.
 Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts
VISARTS MISSION STATEMENT
Metropolitan Center for the Visual Arts
develops passion for the visual arts, fosters
creative activity, and expands artistic
knowledge through exemplary education,
exhibition, and community outreach
programs serving children and adults.

VisArts at Rockville Non-Profit Org.

155 Gibbs Street, Suite 300 U.S. Postage
Rockville, MD 20850 PAID
Suburban, MD
Permit No. 7575