Perkins Center for the Arts
Fall Class Registration Begins on Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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Perkins Center is privileged to offer an incredible faculty of teaching artists who lead classes for all levels and interests from ages 3 - 103!
Our decisions to run or cancel classes are based on the level of enrollment at different times during the registration period. It's essential for students to register as early as possible not only to ensure that a space will be available in the class but also to ensure that the class will run.
The following dress code is recommended:
- Every class: Pink ballet slippers and pink ballet tights
- 5 – 6 years old: Pink leotards
- 6 – 7 years old: Light blue leotards
- 8 – 12 years old: Black leotards
Ages 3 - 4
Pre-Ballet I
Designed to improve motor skills and agility, this class will develop confidence in your young dancer. Students will learn discipline as they work in a group setting. Children also will develop their sense of rhythm, balance and coordination.
Date: September 8 - January 26
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members D-2 • Thursdays • 9:30am - 10:30am
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members D-3 • Thursdays • 10:45am - 11:45am
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Thursday Ballet parents, check out our yoga class on Thursday mornings!
D-1 • Mondays • 9:30am - 10:30amDate: September 8 - January 26
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members D-2 • Thursdays • 9:30am - 10:30am
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members D-3 • Thursdays • 10:45am - 11:45am
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 4 - 6
Pre-Ballet II
The focus of this class is similar to our Pre-Ballet I class, but is directed towards a slightly older group. It is ideal for students who have already taken Pre-Ballet I or for those who have just discovered an interest in dance.
D-4 • Tuesdays • 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Date: September 9 - January 27
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Date: September 9 - January 27
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 5 - 6
Pre-Ballet II
The focus of this class is similar to our Pre-Ballet I class, but is directed towards a slightly older group. It is ideal for students who have already taken Pre-Ballet I or for those who have just discovered an interest in dance.
D-5 • Thursdays • 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Date: September 11 - February 5
Teacher: Cynthia Gordon-Pusinelli
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 6 - 7
Pre-Ballet III
A continuation of Pre-Ballet II, this course will further explore the basics of ballet techniques with creative dance. Students will explore a more expanded ballet vocabulary while developing movement ideas. Stretching exercises increase flexibility and strength. Dance Combinations improve motor skills and coordination. Children continue to learn cooperative skills in a positive environment.
D-6 • Fridays • 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Date: September 12 - February 6
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Date: September 12 - February 6
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 7 - 9
Creative Ballet I
This course is ideal for the student interested in a focus on Ballet technique within a creative environment. Barre and center work improve strength, discipline and flexibility. Musicality and coordination develop further with a focus on more detailed skills. An increase in awareness regarding how the body moves with poise, grace and joyfulness develops throughout this class.
D-7 • Tuesdays • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 9 - January 27
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Date: September 9 - January 27
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 9 - 12
Creative Ballet II
A continuation of Creative Ballet I, this class begins a stronger emphasis on the technical vocabulary of ballet. The dancers will focus on the lyrical quality of dance while continuing their training in developing both strength and flexibility.
D-8 • Fridays • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 12 - February 6
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Date: September 12 - February 6
Teacher: Candace Carriger
Cost: $200 Members / $220 Non-members
Ages 5 - 10
Parent and Child Handbuilding
Calling all Parents! Take two hours each week to bond with your child in an exciting and creative class that will introduce children (and possibly you) to the exciting medium of clay. Children and parents can enjoy handbuildin together in this course emphasizing basic techniques; learn how to make basic forms and explore a variety of decorating and glazing techniques.
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $215 Members / $240 Non-members
Supply Fee: $45 per family
Additional Child: $100 Members / $120 Non-members
Prices are for both parent and 1 child; please no more than 2 children per parent.
PC-22 • Thursdays • 4:30pm - 6:30pmDate: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $215 Members / $240 Non-members
Supply Fee: $45 per family
Additional Child: $100 Members / $120 Non-members
Ages 7 - 9
Welcome to Pottery
Great for those who have taken Parent and Child Handbuilding, any 3D or Fantasy Sculpture class, or for those who are new to working in clay. This introductory pottery course will channel children's tactile energies into creative and enjoyable projects.
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Bev Thomas
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20 WP-22b • Saturdays • 11:30am - 1:00pm
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
Students will work with the basic techniques of coil, slab and pinch construction. Projects will address the students' ages and skill levels, promoting artistic growth as they make both sculptural and functional objects from clay. This class may be repeated, since new projects are designed for each term.
WP-22a • Tuesdays • 4:30pm - 6:30pmDate: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Bev Thomas
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20 WP-22b • Saturdays • 11:30am - 1:00pm
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
Ages 8 - 10
Welcome BACK to Pottery
The second half of Welcome to Pottery, Welcome Back to Pottery, is designed for students who have previously participated in Welcome to Pottery.
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
This course will continue to channel tactile energies into clay projects designed for more experienced students. Students will work with coil, slab and pinch construction.
WB-22 • Saturdays • 1:30pm - 3:00pmDate: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
Ages 10 - 13
Exploring Clay
This class is ideal for students who have taken Welcome to Pottery, Welcome BACK to Pottery, or both. Students in this class will strengthen basic techniques and learn new ones as they begin with handbuilding projects and progress to the wheel.
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Linda Miller
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20 EC-32b • Saturdays • 9:00am - 11:00am
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
Beginners are welcomed in this class, which will include both sculptural and functional objects. More advanced students will hone their clay skills, while everyone will learn to develop their ideas from sketches to three dimensional realization. This class maybe repeated, since new projects are designed for each term.
EC-32a • Mondays • 4:00pm - 6:00pmDate: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Linda Miller
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20 EC-32b • Saturdays • 9:00am - 11:00am
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Lana Heckendorn
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $20
Ages 3 - 4
Fantastic Sculpture Explorations
Through paint sculpture & assemblage, children will experience tactile discovery through the use of found and recycled objects to create amazing sculptures.
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
In this class, students will enjoy building and creating sculptures, mobiles and puppets of imaginary creatures, animals and structures from dinosaurs and creatures to fun fantasy architectural structures. They will be introduced to contemporary sculptors and painters such as Jackson Pollack, Red Grooms, Joan Miro, and many more. Young artists will be encouraged to use their imagination freely in creating paintings and sculptures with gentle instruction in materials and techniques.
FS-01 • Tuesdays • 9:30am - 10:45amDate: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
From Tales to Art
This new class is designed for young children ages 3 - 4 as an introduction to art classes at Perkins Center. Students each week will read a story or fairy tale connected through an art lesson. They will work and experiment with a variety of mediums - markers, paint, pastels, collage, watercolor.
TA-01 • Saturdays • 9:30am - 11:00am
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jenni Deets
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jenni Deets
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 4 - 5
Play in Clay
Come and enter a fun world of tactile discovery through playing in clay! This is an exciting class that stimulates the imagination and the senses. Using clay, young children will create wonderful animal creatures and sculptures. Young artists will also be taught how to create functional objects such as cups and bowls utilizing sculpture elements. Students will learn some basic clay techniques; such as coiling, rolling slabs and creating functional objects from balls of clay.
PI-11 • Tuesdays • 11:15am - 12:30pm
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Aardvarks to Zebras
Animals are the inspiration for this art exploration class whether your child's inspiration comes from a trip to the zoo or from his/her imagination!
AZ-12 • Saturdays • 11:30am - 1:15pm
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jenni Deets
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jenni Deets
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Tales and Treasures in a Book
Come paint a look in a book! Young students will create paintings, soft sculpture and puppets based upon wonderful stories and books. This class will give young children a gentle, sophisticated introduction to illustration and story interpretation through the art making process.
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Students will be introduced to: paints, colored pencils, and markers and pastels. The end of the session will culminate in a beautifully illustrated book filled with bright paintings and illustrations of one or two favorite stories or folk tales.
TT-12 • Tuesdays • 1:00pm - 2:15pmDate: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Pauline Houston McCall
Cost: $115 Members / $135 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 4 - 6
Tell Me a Story
Nothing brings out a child's imagination like a great story! Each class will begin with a different and exciting children's book. Students will then work on a short project inspired by the book. Methods including printmaking, painting, drawing and sculpture will keep things new and fun.
TM-12 • Thursdays • 1:15pm - 3:00pm
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $120 Members / $140 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Fantasy Sculpture
This is an ideal class for children who love to build, play with modeling clay and/or form 3-dimensional objects. Students will create imaginative, playful animals, monsters and masks using self-hardening clay, papier-mâché, found objects and wood. Students will learn about form, space and have a lot of fun!
FS-11 • Fridays • 9:30am - 11:15am
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Art Around the World
Take a make-believe trip around the world! Children will learn about the similarities and differences of people living around our globe as they create projects reflecting the art and traditions of numerous cultures found throughout the world.
AW-12 • Fridays • 12:15pm - 2:30pm
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 7 - 9
Dragons, Monsters & Mythological Creatures
Learn from stories featuring Dragons, Monsters and Myths then create the creatures you read about in this art exploration class! Multicultural tales of fantastic creatures such as dragons, griffins, unicorns and ogres will be the basis of this class. The children will focus on a different creature each week as they explore in paint, watercolor, papier-mâché and more to create oneof-a-kind pieces. There will also be several collaborative pieces that will be worked on throughout the session.
DM-22 • Tuesdays • 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Kate Johnson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Kate Johnson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Let's Create!
Working in two and three dimensions, students will delight in experimenting with paint, papier-mâché, recycled objects and a variety of other media, while learning about form, space and color. Emphasis will be placed on self expression, creativity and fun!
LC-22 • Fridays • 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Drawing, Drawing, Drawing
Does your child like to doodle? Take that talent to the next level! Students will learn to draw what they observe as well as what they imagine by using pencil, charcoal and pastels to explore the elements of drawing including line, shape, composition and perspective.
DD-22 • Mondays • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Jackie Cervino
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25 DD-21 • Saturdays • 9:15am - 11:14am
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Jackie Cervino
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25 DD-21 • Saturdays • 9:15am - 11:14am
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 9 - 11
Beginning Comic Book Illustration
An introductory course for students who want to explore the world of cartooning and comic book illustration. Students work at their own pace, choosing the subject matter they like best. Step by step, students will improve basic drawing skills while applying the techniques used by the pros. A great primer for those who later wish to pursue Comic Book Illustration 2.
BC-33 • Mondays • 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Brian Butler
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Brian Butler
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 9 - 12
Drawing & Painting
This course provides students with a variety of drawing and painting experiences reinforced by an exposure to art history and the fundamentals of art. Weekly subject matter includes still life, figure drawing, portraiture and landscape. Students will draw and paint with media including charcoal, pastels, markers, tempera and watercolors.
DP-32 • Saturdays • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 10 - 16
Comic Book Illustration 2
The art of comics is a highly stylized approach to illustration! Develop drawing skills while learning the techniques of the pros. Illustrate your comics or cartoons featuring superheroes, manga style, fantasy or whatever you like. Starting with pencil, students will design their pages and transfer them to special blue-line board. Then, discover the secrets of comic book inking that give drawings added dimension.
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Brian Butler
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Finally, students will photocopy their pages and add color with special watercolor dyes, creating their very own comic books. This course is ideal for students who have participated in Drawing Drawing Drawing, Drawing & Painting or past Comic Book classes.
CB-33 • Wednesdays • 7:00pm - 9:00pmDate: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Brian Butler
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 12 - 16
Drama, Comedy and Improvisation
This class is great for students who have already taken past drama courses or for those who have just discovered an interest in Drama. Students will learn the basic techniques of the dramatic and comedic stage and the fundamentals of playwriting. Young performers will enjoy applying these fundamentals in performances of their own work.
DC-41 • Saturdays • 10:00am - 12:00pm
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Barry Moore
Cost: $130 Members / $150 Non-members
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Barry Moore
Cost: $130 Members / $150 Non-members
Ages 14 - 18
Photography and Pin-Hole Cameras
Digital photography isn't the only way to take pictures. Learn how to use a "traditional" film camera and explore the use of photography as a means of self-expression. Students will do some darkroom work developing skills on how to create a photo print out of negatives they provide. Two classes will be spent making pinhole cameras and developing those pictures.
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Christian Hochenberger
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply / Lab Fee: $25
Students are responsible for a 35mm camera, film and the cost of developing. SLR cameras can be of the inexpensive variety; single use cameras are not recommended.
TP-42 • Wednesdays • 4:45pm - 6:45pmDate: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Christian Hochenberger
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply / Lab Fee: $25
Teen Portfolio Prep
Are you planning on studying art at the college level? This course is intended to help students prepare their own distinctive portfolio suitable for college applications. Participants will work with a variety of media; subjects of study include the human figure (nude models), portraiture, design, and still lives. Open discussion and critique will allow for further awareness and expressiveness.
PP-42 • Thursdays • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $135 Members / $155 Non-members
Model Fee: $20
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $135 Members / $155 Non-members
Model Fee: $20
Pen and Ink Drawing & Mixed Media
Join artist Don Stephens in an exploration of utilizing mixed media as a bases of new expression. Utilizing ball point pens, collage techniques, water based paints and inks; fundamental understandings of color theory combined with effective mark applications will surly energize your personal creative voice.
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Don Stephens
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
At the first class please bring black ball point pens. A materials list will be discussed at first class. Students of all levels/skills are invited.
PI-42 • Thursdays • 4:15pm - 6:15pmDate: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Don Stephens
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Ages 14 - Adult
Printing Without a Press
The art of printmaking is utilized in numerous ways including, fine art, clothing design, stationary design, and more! You don't need expensive equipment to practice this art. Join Jane Chesson to discover the secrets of printing with tools and materials you can find in your own home. Finally, learn to put your creativity to use in the exciting world of printmaking without the use of a costly press!
Date: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $30
Beginning - Intermediate students will learn a variety of printmaking skills and techniques using their own artistic aesthetic to bring to life relief, subtractive, fabric printing and more. Foam, linoleum, rubber, wood, fabric and digital media will be among the many materials used. Adults are welcome to participate.
PW-52 • Saturdays • 2:30pm - 4:30pmDate: September 13 - November 15
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $30
Life Drawing / Painting Studio
This three-hour class allows independent work from a model in extended poses. Designed for all skill levels, this is time for students to increase their experience in working from live models. There is no instructor, so students are invited to work within a community of other interested people.
LD-51 • Tuesdays • 9:30am - 12:30pm
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Norman Gaffin
Cost: $70 Members / $95 Non-members
Model Fee: $30
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Norman Gaffin
Cost: $70 Members / $95 Non-members
Model Fee: $30
Advanced Watercolor: En Plein Air
This class will meet on location and will further develop technical skills and understanding of watercolor with regard to the landscape. New students: please bring a previously created piece to the first class. In inclement weather, the class will meet at Perkins Center.
AW-51 • Wednesdays • 9:30am - 12:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Robert Sakson, A.W.S
Cost: $170 Members / $195 Non-members
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Robert Sakson, A.W.S
Cost: $170 Members / $195 Non-members
Beginning to Intermediate Watercolor
In this course, students will gain a solid foundation in the medium of watercolor. Students will work from the landscape as well as still life. The use and care of materials also will be addressed. Students should bring a sketchbook, drawing board, masking tape and one full sheet of 140 lb. watercolor paper to the first class.
BW-51 • Thursdays • 9:30am - 12:30pm
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Norma Griffith
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Norma Griffith
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Painting Over the Line
Are you interested in pushing the limits of your current painting style? Advance beyond the confined lines and hard edges to a more liberated way of painting. Paint form observation and imagination to find your own visual language. Work more intuitively and view unforeseen occurrences as opportunities to discover new possibilities. Explore new processes in brushwork and color layering, Post-Impressionist, Abstract and Abstract Impressionist styles. Receive individual support, direction and group critique. This class is open to intermediate and advanced painting students.
PO-51 • Fridays • 9:30am - 12:30pm
Date: September 19 - November 21
Teacher: Kassem Amoudi
Cost: $175 Members / $200 Non-members
Date: September 19 - November 21
Teacher: Kassem Amoudi
Cost: $175 Members / $200 Non-members
Oil Painting: Still Life & Landscape
This class will teach students to work directly and indirectly in styles of oil painting. The class will work from still life and on-site landscape doing direct painting oil sketches; then working from those oil sketches, life and photo references, will learn to take the oil painting into an indirect method of painting. The students will learn the process of oil painting and bring an oil painting to completion. A materials list will be provided.
SL-51 • Wednesdays • 10:00am - 12:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Relaxation Yoga
This beginner yoga series of 45 minute classes is perfect for busy people! Relax, restore and renew in this beginner yoga class designed to fit a busy schedule. Unwind after a long week and learn how the coordination of breath and movement can de-stress your life and lead to a balanced body and mind. Meditation will also be included. Please bring your own mat and a large towel.
RY-51 • Thursdays • 9:35am - 10:20am
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Melanie Levan, RYT
Cost: $100 Members / $120 Non-members
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Melanie Levan, RYT
Cost: $100 Members / $120 Non-members
Drawing & Painting the Portrait
This class is for the student who wishes to explore all aspects of the portrait. Working from a clothed model, students will be instructed in techniques for head structure, basic anatomy and proportion to develop skills to achieve a likeness of the sitter. Participants will begin with dry, charcoal medium and move on to paining. This class may be repeated.
PP-52 • Wednesdays • 1:15pm - 4:15pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $40
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $40
Intermediate to Advanced Painting: All Media
No matter what paint media you work in; oil, acrylic, watercolor, charcoal or any other 2D media, you are encouraged to join artist, Robert Bender in this class. The class will include opportunities to work from still-life over multiple weeks as well as opportunities to work En Plein Air on Perkins grounds.
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Robert Bender
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Mr. Bender tailors instruction based on students' needs and will offer instruction on refining things like drawing, perspective, composition or color while also making the act of painting an enjoyable experience. Painting demonstrations will also be provided if desired. Students are asked to bring the materials they regularly work with.
P-52 • Fridays • 1:00pm - 3:00pmDate: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Robert Bender
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Oil Painting
Open to all levels, this class will provide the fundamentals of painting in oils with a focus on color, drawing, and composition. Individual instruction will strengthen the development of skill and personal expression. Students will work from direct observation of still life and a model. A supply list will be provided.
OP-52 • Mondays • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Jimm Scannell
Cost: $170 Members / $195 Non-members
Model Fee: $40
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Jimm Scannell
Cost: $170 Members / $195 Non-members
Model Fee: $40
Figure Sculpture
This course is open to the beginning and experienced student interested in discovering the techniques of clay modeling. Using terra cotta clay, students will work from a live model. During the first half students will be sculpting the head. This semester a new approach will be taken in the second half. Instead of sculpting the entire figure we will focus on tackling some challenging areas of the human body.
Date: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: Jimm Scannell
Cost: $215 Members / $240 Non-members
Model Fee: $30
By popular request students will learn to sculpt hands and feet. Understanding these complex structures in 3D will be helpful not only in sculpting the figure, but also in drawing and painting. Demonstrations on proportion, anatomy, measuring and basic construction will be presented. Pieces will be bisque-fired and methods of patina will be addressed. There will be additional fees for clay.
FS-53 • Mondays • 7:00pm - 10:00pmDate: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: Jimm Scannell
Cost: $215 Members / $240 Non-members
Model Fee: $30
Color Theory
Color Theory classes are ideal for both beginning and advanced painting students looking to advance their use of color in their art. This class focuses on an in depth look at color. Emphasis will be placed on answering color problems from the basic to the advanced using the methodology of the color experts including, Josef Albers. Thorough lessons in color mixing, value, hue and intensity will carry over to your artwork in various and beneficial ways.
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $140 Members / $165 Non-members
Teenagers 16 and older are also welcome to attend.
CT-53 • Thursdays • 7:00pm - 9:00pmDate: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Jane Chesson
Cost: $140 Members / $165 Non-members
Yoga
This beginner yoga series will help you unwind after a long day and learn how body movements synchronized with your breathing can lead to a balanced body and mind. Breath work, meditation and movement will be part of the instruction. Bring your own mat and a towel.
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Melanie Levan, RYT
Cost: $110 Members / $125 Non-members
Teenagers 16 and older are also welcome to attend.
Y-53 • Wednesdays • 6:30pm - 9:30pmDate: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Melanie Levan, RYT
Cost: $110 Members / $125 Non-members
Beginning to Intermediate Watercolor
This class is designed for beginning to intermediate watercolor students. Working from direct observation of still life and the model, this class will experiment with washes and dry brush techniques that result in a variety of smooth and rough textures, soft and hard edges. Color and composition will be discussed as well. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring to the first class whatever watercolors you have. A materials list will be provided.
WP-53 • Wednesdays • 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Philip Carroll
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $20
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Philip Carroll
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $20
Advanced Watercolor
For the student with some previous experience in watercolor, this class will further develop technical skills and understanding of the medium. Students will investigate various subject matter including landscapes, still life and portraiture. Students are encouraged to explore their individual subject interests.
AW-53 • Thursdays • 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 11 - November 6
Teacher: James Toogood, A.W.S. NWS
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Date: September 11 - November 6
Teacher: James Toogood, A.W.S. NWS
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Poetry Writing Workshop
In this workshop we will exchange our poems and provide rigorous but sensitive feedback on each other's work. We will also read contemporary poetry to inform our poetic standards. In keeping with the belief that poetry is meant to be read and heard, this course ends with a student poetry reading in the community.
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Rodger LeGrand
Cost: $130 Members / $150 Non-members
Teenagers 16 and older are also welcome to attend.
P-53 • Tuesdays • 7:00pm - 9:00pmDate: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Rodger LeGrand
Cost: $130 Members / $150 Non-members
Drawing & Painting the Figure (Formerly Life Drawing & Painting)
This course will provide students with individual instruction to accommodate varying levels of ability. The first five classes will focus on drawing from the model and will cover skills such as line, tone, composition, proportion and space. The remaining five will allow students to work on extended poses and will focus on painting issues such as color, paint application and light. Students may work in oil or acrylic
DP-53 • Wednesdays • 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $45
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Dianne Corbeau
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Model Fee: $45
Drawing Studio
Drawing skills are essential in order to excel in any other 2-dimensional art media. This class, open to all levels, is designed to instruct the student in the fundamental techniques of drawing. Individual attention will be given to each student so that he or she may develop at his or her own pace. Students will investigate the idea of drawing as a foundation of painting as well as its importance in the making of all art.
DS-53 • Thursdays • 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Donald Stephens
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 11 - November 13
Teacher: Donald Stephens
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Kemper Pottery Tool Kits available for purchase at front desk at Perkins Center.
Pottery Tool Kit - Quality tools of finest stainless steel and select, smooth hardwood. Includes a potter's rib, steel scraper, wood modeling tool, needle tool, ribbon tool, loop tool, sponge, and wire clay cutter. $13.
Ceramic Tool Kit - Set of 7 popular and practical tools for ceramics, including wire loop sgraffito, cutting tool, palette knife, clean-up tool, lace tool, sabre saw, salt and pepper drill. Packaged in plastic tray. $14.
Beginning Throwing & Handbuilding
This class will guide students through the fundamentals of working with clay. Students will be introduced to basic skills of handbuilding and working on the potter's wheel. Students also will be introduced to a variety of decorative and glazing techniques. This course may be repeated.
BT-53 • Mondays • 9:00am - 12:00pm
Date: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: David Gamber
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: David Gamber
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Wheel Throwing, Hand Building & Surface Decoration
Students will explore a full range of studio projects from bettering their wheelthrowing skills to creating slab functional or sculptural work. Surface decoration will be taught through the use of texture, pattern, and scraffitto, slip and glaze application. All levels welcome.
WT-51 • Thursdays • 9:00am - 12:00pm
Date: September 11 - Dec 4
Teacher: Linda Shusterman
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 11 - Dec 4
Teacher: Linda Shusterman
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Handbuilt & Thrown Pottery
In this class, emphasis will be placed on exposing the student to a variety of throwing and altering techniques for making unique pottery forms as well as surface decoration and glazing techniques. Students will progress their pottery making skills and will have flexibility for individual expressive goals. This course is open to all students, please let us know if you are beginner when you are registering.
HB-53 • Mondays • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Date: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: Jen Wankoff
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 8 - November 24
Teacher: Jen Wankoff
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Throwing on the Potters Wheel
This class will guide students through the fundamentals of working with clay. Students will be introduced to the basic skills needed to successfully work on the potter's wheel. Students also will be introduced to a variety of decorative and glazing techniques. This course may be repeated.
TH-53 • Tuesdays • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Date: September 9 - November 25
Teacher: Naimah Stith
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 9 - November 25
Teacher: Naimah Stith
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Beginning Throwing & Handbuilding
This class will guide students through the fundamentals of working with clay. Students will be introduced to basic skills of handbuilding and working on the potter's wheel. Students also will be introduced to a variety of decorative and glazing techniques. This course may be repeated.
HT-53 • Wednesdays • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Date: September 10 - Dec 3
Teacher: Teacher to be announced
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 10 - Dec 3
Teacher: Teacher to be announced
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Beginning to Intermediate Throwing
This course emphasizes the fundamentals (and beyond) of working on the potter's wheel. Wedging, centering and throwing will be presented, as students will be encouraged to try new techniques and develop their skills. The focus of this class will be form and function as it pertains to pottery for everyday use. Glazing techniques will be discussed and demonstrated.
BI-53 • Thursdays • 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Date: September 11 - Dec 4
Teacher: Jen Wankoff
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Date: September 11 - Dec 4
Teacher: Jen Wankoff
Cost: $235 Members / $260 Non-members
Lab Fee: $45
Ages 7 - 10
Drawing Realistic Animals
Chloe Blake Stevenson Learn how to draw realistic looking animals through a step-by-step process focusing on the skeletal system, muscle system, and surface anatomy of a variety of species.
CDA-32 • Wednesdays • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Chloe Blake Stevenson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Chloe Blake Stevenson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Ages 9 - 13
Perspective Drawing
Have you wondered why objects located far away appear smaller compared to the same objects viewed nearby? Did you know your brain automatically formats images you see into a logical, order? We will explore these questions and related concepts in depth and you will leave the class with the base tools needed to improve in all other 2-dimensional media.
CPD-22 • Tuesdays • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Chloe Blake Stevenson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Date: September 9 - November 11
Teacher: Chloe Blake Stevenson
Cost: $125 Members / $145 Non-members
Supply Fee: $25
Adults
Painting in All Media
This will be painting course open to all Painting and Drawing Mediums. Class will focus on an emphasis in individual interpretation and direction. Classes will include demonstrations using various techniques of water color, oil, acrylic and drawing mediums. A materials list will be provided.
CPA-53 • Fridays • 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Philip Carroll
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 12 - November 14
Teacher: Philip Carroll
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Painting & Drawing in Soft Media
Learn skills needed to draw and paint with charcoal and pastels. Basic and advanced techniques will be covered while students work from still life. Demonstrations on use of light and its effect on color and composition are some of the topics that will be discussed by the instructor.
CPD-52 • Mondays • 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Linda Wiseley
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 8 - November 10
Teacher: Linda Wiseley
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Painting with Water-Based Med
If you're interested in painting with acrylics, watercolor, ink wash, or any other water-based medium, this class is for you. Subjects such as color theory, composition and technique will be taught while students paint from still life. Bring in the water-based medium of your choice to class. There will be some materials on hand for experimentation as well as instruction in the medium of your choice.
CPW-22 • Wednesdays • 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Linda Wiseley
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Date: September 10 - November 12
Teacher: Linda Wiseley
Cost: $150 Members / $175 Non-members
Colorfield Abstractions
Broaden your painting horizons through this in-depth focus on colorfield painting. Explore the painting techniques and color-layering processes behind this sophisticated genre, as well as compositional matters such as busy vs. calm space, balance, metaphor, and movement. Masters of the genre including Jules Olitski, Morris Louis, Nicolas de Stael, Sam Frances, Richard Diebenkorn and others will be discussed. Instruction will be supplemented by a slide presentation and both individual and group critique. Painting experience recommended.
CCA-53 • Mondays • 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 15 - November 7
Teacher: Kassem Amoudi
Cost: $175 Members / $200 Non-members
Date: September 15 - November 7
Teacher: Kassem Amoudi
Cost: $175 Members / $200 Non-members
From Photo to Fiber
It's time to unearth your travel photos, magazines, and doodles. In this course we will translate a photographic image or sketchbook drawing into fiber media, using various techniques such as Xerox transfer, appliquŽ, and embroidery. Starting with basic embroidery stitches, students will then be guided through the design process to think about composition, line, color, and texture, and will complete their own embroidered fiber art. They will come away with skills in transfer and needlework that can be adapted for other multimedia art-making. A materials list will be provided, students should also come prepared with scissors, a sketchbook, and pencil.
CPF-53 • Thursdays • 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 18 - November 13
Teacher: Marie Elcin
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Date: September 18 - November 13
Teacher: Marie Elcin
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Color Theory
Explore the fascinating world of the science and art of Color in this course that is suitable for students of any skill level. Students will develop a personal color resource sketchbook through experiments in acrylic paint, paper collage, and colored pencil to cover the following topics: the 3 dimensions of color, light vs. pigment, color harmonies, the importance of contrast, the interaction of color, illusions of space and transparency, and the cultural and psychological impact of color. A materials list will be provided.
CCT-53 • Tuesdays • 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Date: September 16 - November 11
Teacher: Marie Elcin
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Date: September 16 - November 11
Teacher: Marie Elcin
Cost: $145 Members / $170 Non-members
Class Policies for Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Pottery
Registration Information
Registrations received before the first date of registration are processed at the end of first registration business day.
Early registration is strongly recommended to ensure placement in class of choice.
Members must be in good standing at start date to receive discount on classes and workshops.
Teens ages 16 and older may register for adult classes with teacher recommendation.
There is no prorating of any class.
No notification of registration acceptance will be sent. Receipt of payment by Perkins Center confirms registration unless notified of class cancellation or filled class.
Perkins Center for the Arts reserves the right to make changes in programs and teachers.
Perkins Center is not responsible for supervision of children more than five minutes before or after class.
Early registration is strongly recommended to ensure placement in class of choice.
Members must be in good standing at start date to receive discount on classes and workshops.
Teens ages 16 and older may register for adult classes with teacher recommendation.
There is no prorating of any class.
No notification of registration acceptance will be sent. Receipt of payment by Perkins Center confirms registration unless notified of class cancellation or filled class.
Perkins Center for the Arts reserves the right to make changes in programs and teachers.
Perkins Center is not responsible for supervision of children more than five minutes before or after class.
Refund Policy
Refund requests must be submitted in writing to Perkins Center by stated deadlines. Phone calls will not be accepted as withdrawal notification.
Refunds and credits of tuition and supply fees will be issued as follows:
Memberships and non-member registration fees are not refundable.
Refunds and credits of tuition and supply fees will be issued as follows:
- 7 or more days before 1st class: 90% refund
- Within 6 days of 1st class: 90% credit
- After 1st class but before 2nd class: 75% credit
- No refunds or credits thereafter.
Memberships and non-member registration fees are not refundable.
Holidays and Snow Closings
Perkins Center is closed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Thursday and Friday, and December 25 - 26 (Christmas holidays). Students observing religious holidays will receive class credit upon request. Snow closing #2027, KYW News Radio 1060 AM.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships are available based on financial need.
To apply, please contact Stacey Harris at 856-235-6488 x302.
To apply, please contact Stacey Harris at 856-235-6488 x302.
Perkins Center for the Arts is now an educational resource for NJ State Certified Teachers!
The New Jersey Department of Education has approved Perkins Center as a Registered New Jersey Professional Development Provider for State certified teachers. Teachers can earn professional development hours by participating in any course, music lesson or workshop offered by the Center. As a provider, Perkins Center is included in a provider directory on the Department of Education's website, www.state.nj.us/education.
In order to qualify for professional development hours, teachers need to request a Professional Development Documentation form from Perkins at the time of registration. A completed form will be provided to teachers at the end of the course.
In order to qualify for professional development hours, teachers need to request a Professional Development Documentation form from Perkins at the time of registration. A completed form will be provided to teachers at the end of the course.
In-service Programs
Perkins Center for the Arts also serves teachers and schools by facilitating Teacher-In-Service programs for area schools. Most recently, Perkins Center for the Arts has provided In-Service programs for the Medford Township Public School District music teachers and for the Mount Laurel Public School District visual art teachers. The in-service program is designed based on the needs of the school planning the service.
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