Art Academy
TThe Mizel Arts & Culture Center (MACC) provides year-round pottery & ceramics, painting, and drawing classes for adults. At the Art Academy (which features youth classes in the summer), students flourish in a relaxed, nurturing and creative environment under the supervision of professional visual artists who are also experienced educators. Artistic inspiration is fostered in our nicely equipped and well-lit ceramics facility (Frankel Clay Studio) and the newly renovated Greinetz Art Studio. Periodic short-term workshops, in addition to the regular schedule of classes, enable budding artists to explore new concepts, techniques and materials.
Adult art classes fill up quickly. Please register early to ensure that you are enrolled in the class of your choice. Call (303) 316-6360 for information.
Registration
JCC Membership Required for Class Registration Students enrolling in any class at the Mizel Arts & Culture Center must hold a JCC membership. This membership enables patrons and their families to register for many classes and programs throughout the JCC/MACC community. This annual membership covers administrative costs and includes updates and information regarding programs at the center. The membership application is located on the last page of this guide. Students under 18 are included in the family membership cost. All programs are subject to cancellation. If a program is cancelled, you will be notified, and your class fee will be refunded in full. For more information on any program or class, or to enroll for classes, please call (303) 316-6360
Special JAAMM Art Classes
Glass Fusion Workshop for Adults
Sunday, Oct. 26, 1–4:30 p.m.
Greinetz Art Studio
$50
Instructor: Jenny Werner
Jenny Werner is back by popular demand to teach the adult version of
our popular summer art class for kids! Local artist and educator Jenny
Werner is a longtime favorite in our summer Art Academy, and she has
agreed to return again this fall to work with adults in this hands-on glass
workshop. You will create a window hanging and a pendant or magnet
using the techniques of glass fusion. The workshop fee includes all materials
and firing. Sign up early as this workshop is likely to fill quickly!
Rosh Hashanah Card Making Workshop and Contest
Grades 1–6 (Free)
Sunday, Nov. 9, 2–4 p.m.
Greinetz Art Studio
Instructor: Risa Towbin Aqua
Participate in this exciting free art workshop with noted card artist Risa
Towbin Aqua and your work may be selected for the annual Rose
Community Foundation Rosh Hashanah card! We’ll review the holiday
and its symbols, have a short demonstration of watercolor tips and
tricks, and work through a fun, creative process to produce a masterful
card. The Foundation plans to select one image and one greeting to be
reproduced on its 2009 Rosh Hashanah card. The selected individuals
will be acknowledged on the card and will each get to distribute $500 to
the charities of their choice. The MACC is proud to partner with Rose
Community Foundation in this contest. Space is limited! Pre-registration
is recommended. Call (303) 316-6360.
CERAMICS CLASSES
Fall is an exciting time for all of our clay students. Our annual student pottery sale will run November 23–25. Some students cover the costs of their classes with the proceeds from the sale! Our outstanding team of instructors, fabulous students and well equipped studio all contribute to an educational experience that is fun and inviting.
Experience the camaraderie that has long distinguished the Frankel Clay Studio. Clay, glazes and open studio time are included in class fees. Call (303) 316-6360 for more information.
Handbuilding
Ages 15 and up
Tuesdays, Sept. 2–Dec. 16, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
(no class Sept. 30, Oct. 14, 21)
Frankel Clay Studio
13 weeks/$247
Instructor: Todd Redmond
Explore different methods of handbuilding ceramic pieces. Learn a variety
of approaches to surface treatment including stamping, stains, slips
and glazes. Students are encouraged to explore the creative process at
their own pace in this relaxed, noncompetitive environment.
Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics
Ages 15 and up
Wednesdays, Sept. 3–Dec. 17, 9 a.m.–noon
(no class Oct. 1, 15, 22 & Nov. 26)
Frankel Clay Studio
12 weeks/$228
Instructor: Vicky Smith
This class is open to students who have previous experience working
with clay. Group projects will be introduced at the beginning of the session,
and then students will have the opportunity to pursue their own
ideas in a supervised environment.
Wheel Throwing
Ages 15 and up
Wednesdays, Sept. 3–Dec. 17, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
(no class Oct. 8 & Nov. 26)
Frankel Clay Studio
14 weeks/$226
Instructor: Barry Krzywicki
This class will accommodate all skill levels from beginning to advanced. In
addition to developing throwing skills, students are encouraged to explore
the creative process at their own pace. Through demonstration and critique,
participants will develop better forms and become more proficient
in producing handles, lids and spouts. Students will explore surface treatment
by decorating their work with a variety of stains, slips and glazes.
Beginning/Intermediate Ceramics
Ages 15 and up
Fridays, Sept. 5–Dec. 19, 9 a.m.–noon
(no class Sept. 14, 28, Oct. 5, Nov. 28)
Frankel Clay Studio
15 weeks/$285
Instructor: Vicky Smith
Explore a variety of forming and decorating techniques under the guidance
of Vicky Smith, an experienced teacher and studio artist. Vicky
presents engaging challenges for her students, while providing them
with the freedom to explore individual ideas and directions in a creative
and non-competitive environment.
PAINTING AND DRAWING CLASSES
A supply list will be distributed at the first class. Partial scholarships are available for classes taught by Toby Meyer – call (303) 316-6319 for more information.
Painting
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, Oct. 6–Dec. 22, 9 a.m.–noon
Greinetz Art Studio
12 weeks/$166
Instructor: Toby Meyer
Learn to develop paintings using a wide variety of ideas and techniques.
Explore design, color, composition and spontaneity. Working in acrylic,
watercolor, oil or mixed media, you will be encouraged to develop your own
imagination and ideas into your personal creative expression. Individual
guidance will be given to both beginning and experienced students.
Painting
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, Sept. 16–Dec. 30, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
(no class Sept. 30, Oct. 14, 21 & Nov. 4)
Greinetz Art Studio
12 weeks/$166
Instructor: Toby Meyer
Learn to develop paintings using a wide variety of ideas and techniques.
Explore design, color, composition and spontaneity. Working in acrylic,
watercolor, oil or mixed media, you will be encouraged to develop your own
imagination and ideas into your personal creative expression. Individual
guidance will be given to both beginning and experienced students.
Watercolor
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, Oct. 6–Dec. 22, 1–4 p.m.
Greinetz Art Studio
12 weeks/$166
Instructor: Toby Meyer
Learn to develop watercolor paintings using a wide variety of ideas and
techniques. Explore the magic of watercolor while learning exciting ways
to use design, color, composition and spontaneity. Learn to develop your
own imagination and ideas into your personal creative expression in an
encouraging atmosphere. Individual guidance will be given to both
beginning and experienced students.
Life Drawing
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, Sept 18–Dec 18, 9 a.m.–noon
(no class Oct. 9 & Nov. 27)
Greinetz Art Studio
12 weeks/$166
Instructor: Toby Meyer
This class will concentrate on the fundamental skills of drawing the
human figure using live models. Explore techniques including quick gesture
sketches, contour drawing, value, shading, color and composition
with short and long poses. Learn to develop personal creative expression
in an encouraging atmosphere. The instructor will work individually
with students of all abilities.
Film Making
Filmmaking Workshop for Youth
Grades 7–9 (ages 12–15)
Mondays, Sept. 8–Dec. 15, 3:30–5 p.m.
(no class Sept. 29 & Oct. 13)
Greinetz Art Studio
13 weeks/$325
Instructors: Scott Kinnamon & Krisi Olivero
Video is, undoubtedly, the pre-eminent storytelling medium of our age –
particularly true of the generation now coming of age. In this dynamic
workshop, teens will have the opportunity to make their own videos, discover
their creative voice and use it to tell a story of their choosing. All
equipment will be provided to guide participants through scriptwriting,
storyboarding, directing, shooting, scoring and editing their video.
Beginning students, as well as those with some filmmaking background, will
find this to be a valuable and enjoyable creative experience with applications
to school projects and presentations as well as personal aesthetic expression.
For more information about adult art classes, call 303-316-6360.
