James Griffin, Small But Mighty, Holiday Extravaganza until Dec 28

Drawing, Helen Solomon

Helen Solomon
Tuesdays 9:30-11:30

This class is in 3 sections. Working from magazines, you will build your skills, from 1 to 2 to 3.

1. You’ll start with a simplified skeleton (the basic figure or stick figure), move on to the volumes of muscle structure, and then finally the details of each part of the body and face. The first fundamental to acquire is proportion, and then we’re going to practice the basic figure for a while as we become familiar with the human form.

2. You’ll start with a simplified figure in motion, move on to the volume of muscle structure, and then finally the details of each part of the body. Sitting, running also included in this course is hands and feet. The first fundamental to acquire is proportion, and then we’re going to practice the basic figure for a while as we become familiar with the human form in action.

 

3. In this session the focus is on the details of each part of the face, eyes, mouth, nose. The first fundamental to acquire is proportion, and then we’re going to practice the basic male, female proportions as we become familiar with the human form from head to toe, we will also learn all about skin tone.

S4: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25  Figure Drawing I-From Sticks to Form
S5: Feb 1, 8, 15, 22   Figure Drawing 1-Basic Figure
S6: Mar 1, 8, 15, 22   Figure Drawing 2-Figure in Motion
S7: Mar 29, Apr 5, 12, 19  Figure Drawing 3-Portraits and Skin tone

$87 ACM Members
$112 Future Members

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Mixed Level Intermediate/Advanced Jewelry, Wendy Thurlow

Wendy Thurlow I-A
Mondays 12:00-4:00 or 6:00-9:00

In this class, students will expand on existing skills. Focus on craftsmanship and finishing will be emphasized. Complex soldering techniques, fabrication, forming and more will be introduced. New techniques and interesting projects will be shown each session. Learn new skills while developing your creativity.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11
S2: 5 wk: Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15
S3: 5 wk: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20, 27
S4: 5 wk: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
S5: 5 wk: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 7
S6: 6 wk: March 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11, 18

5 wk/Day: $167 Member $192 Future Member
6 wk/Day: $200 Member $225 Future Member

5 wk/Night: $127 Member $152 Future Member
6 wk/Night: $152 Member $177 Future Member

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Mixed Level Intermediate/Advanced Jewelry, Wendy Thurlow

Wendy Thurlow I-A
Mondays 12:00-4:00 or 6:00-9:00

In this class, students will expand on existing skills. Focus on craftsmanship and finishing will be emphasized. Complex soldering techniques, fabrication, forming and more will be introduced. New techniques and interesting projects will be shown each session. Learn new skills while developing your creativity.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11
S2: 5 wk: Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15
S3: 5 wk: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20, 27
S4: 5 wk: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
S5: 5 wk: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 7
S6: 6 wk: March 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11, 18

5 wk/Day: $167 Member $192 Future Member
6 wk/Day: $200 Member $225 Future Member

5 wk/Night: $127 Member $152 Future Member
6 wk/Night: $152 Member $177 Future Member

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Beginning Jewelry Foundation, Donna Carrion

Donna Carrion   B
Tuesdays 12:00-4:00 or 6:00-9:00

Get to know the basics of jewelry making and design. You will learn basic skills such as soldering with a torch, sawing, forming metal and polishing. New projects will be made during each session. Materials such as metal and saw blades will be purchased during class. Supply fees are paid before each project. If you attend the evening class please bring a check. Please print your supply list as the items are needed for the first class. Closed toe shoes are required.

S1: 6 wk: Sep 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12
S2: 6 wk: Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23
S3: 5 wk: Nov 30, Dec 7, 14, 21, 28
S4: 5 wk: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25, Feb 1
S5: 6 wk: Feb 8, 15, 22, Mar 1, 8, 15
S6: 6 wk: Mar 22, 29, Apr 5, 12, 19, 26

5 wk/Day: $167 Member $192 Future Member
6 wk/Day: $200 Member $225 Future Member

5 wk/Night: $127 Member $152 Future Member
6 wk/Night: $152 Member $177 Future Member

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Intermediate Jewelry: Creating With Confidence, Donna Carrion

Donna Carrion   I
Wednesdays 12:00-4:00 OR 6:00-9:00

Build on the skills that you acquired in Beginner’s Foundation while learning new ways to shape both sheet metal and wire. More advanced stone setting techniques will be taught as you improve on your technique. You will learn to design pieces that are uniquely you. Bring your sketchbook, notebook, tools and imagination. Please print your supply list. Closed toe shoes are required in all jewelry classes for safety.

S1: 6 wk: Sep 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13
S2: 5 wk: Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17
S3: 5 wk: Dec 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
S4: 5 wk: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2
S5: 6 wk: Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16
S6: 6 wk: Mar 23, 30, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

5 wk/Day: $167 Member $192 Future Member
6 wk/Day: $200 Member $225 Future Member

5 wk/Night: $127 Member $152 Future Member
6 wk/Night: $152 Member $177 Future Member

$126 Future Members

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Jewelry Independent Study, Donna Carrion

Donna Carrion I-A
Fridays 10:00-4:00

This class is geared towards students who can complete basic metal working skills. Create your own designs while receiving expert advice. Topics and techniques will be discussed as needed. Form, function, creativity and craftsmanship are the focus of this student driven class. This is a great time to explore your creative path. Closed toe shoes are required for safety. This class has a lunch break.

S1: 3 wk: Sep 10, 17, 24
S2: 3 wk: Oct 1, 8, 15
S3: 4 wk: Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19
S4: 3 wk: Dec 10, 17, (no Dec 24, 31) Jan 7
S5: 3 wk: Jan 14, 21, 28
S6: 4 wk: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
S7: 4 wk: Mar 4, 11, 18, 25
S8: 4 wk: Apr 1, 8, 16, 22

3 wk: $245 Member
$270 Future Member

4 wk: $327 Member
$352 Future Member

KidsArt After School Ages 6-10

Mixed Media Fun
Robert Koutny
Tuesdays or Thursdays 4:00-6:00

Let your creative and artistic genius soar with 10 different sessions. During each session students will explore a different media while they learn, have fun and make new friends!

Drawing (Tues): S1: Sep 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Painting (Thurs): S2: Sep 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
Mixed Media (Tues): S3: Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7
Pastels (Thurs): S4: Nov 4, 11, 18, (no Nov 25), Dec 2, 9, 16
3D Art (Tues): S5: Dec 14, 21, 28, Jan 4, 11, 18
Ceramics (Thurs): S6:Dec 23, 30, Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
Printmaking (Tues): S7: Jan 25, Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar 1
Manga & Cartoons (Thurs): S8: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
Famous Artists (Tues): S9: Mar 8, 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12
Works in Paper (Thurs): S10: Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21

$120 ACM Members
$145 Future Members

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Advanced Jewelry: Designed For Success, Donna Carrion

Donna Carrion A
Thursdays 12:00-4:00

Sharpen your jewelry design skills as you create a new body of work. You will be encouraged to develop your craftsmanship and polishing abilities. Challenging designs and techniques will be presented. Bring a sketchbook, notebook, your tools, metals and your imagination. Metal can be purchased in class. If you attend the evening class, be sure to bring a check in order to purchase supplies. Closed toe shoes are required in all jewelry classes for safety.

S1: 6 wk: Sep 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14
S2: 5 wk: Oct 21, 28, Nov 4, 11, 18
S3: 5 wk: Dec 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S4: 5 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: 6 wk: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10, 17
S6: 6 wk: Mar 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28

5 wk/Day: $167 Member
$192 Future Member

6 wk/Day: $200 Member
$225 Future Member

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Our Location

ArtCenter Manatee
209 9th St West
Bradenton, FL 34205

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