GADSDEN ARTS CENTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
The popular Art to the Schools continues... plus 2 NEW programs for 2008–2009!
Art to the Schools
This popular school-based program offers art appreciation to the schools along with related cultural and historical educational content. Students learn to “read” a work of art, to observe thoroughly, interpret meaning, gather additional information about the artist, historical period, and culture in which works were created, and to finish with an informed analysis of the each of art. Studio art activities are available to reinforce each lesson.
Art for Literacy
Art is the world’s most universal language, and one of the greatest motivational and inspirational tools. Art for Literacy presentations offer carefully designed lessons that utilize art to motivate and support students’ development of reading and writing skills.
Artists to the Schools
Members of the GAC Artists Guild are available to give presentations to school groups about their artwork (subject matter, medium and techniques) and their life as a professional artist. Successful artists are an inspiration and role model for many of today’s youth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I arrange an Art to the Schools, Art for Literacy or Artists in the Schools presentation?
A. Call (850) 875-4866 and ask for the Education Coordinator to arrange an Art to the Schools presentation. Each presentation is custom-tailored to fit the needs of the requesting teacher and student group.
Q. What materials will I need for my class?
A. Art reproductions and studio activity materials for use during the presentation are provided by the Gadsden Arts Center.
Q. How long is each presentation?
A. 30 minutes - 1 hr, depending on your schedule and needs
Q. How much will this cost?
A. Each presentation is provided free of charge
FAMILY HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
Bring your family for fun, holiday-themed art-making activities, led by Beth Bostick Cox! Paint pumpkins for Halloween, design painted pots for Thanksgiving, and design your own festive cards and ornaments for the Holidays!
Tuition: $3.50 per person, adults attend with children, all materials included, ages 2+
All workshops are Saturdays 1–3pm:
Halloween Pumpkin Painting, October 25
Thanksgiving Paint-a-Pot, November 22
Holiday Cards & Ornaments, December 13
To register, call (850) 875-4866 or print and mail/fax this registration form to Gadsden Arts.
STUDIO ART CLASSES
DRAWING I: Sept. 4–Oct 9, 1–3pm
DRAWING II: Oct 16–Nov 17, 1–3pm
Tuition $65 ($75 nonmembers)
The Basic Drawing course ranges from the accurate rendering of what is seen to unleashing the imagination in order to experiment, manipulate and explore the media. For both beginning and experienced artists, emphasis will be on the dynamic use of line, accurate proportion, value and patterns of texture. Graphite is the main media; however pen and ink, colored pencil and pastel will also be explored. Learning new or reviewing basic drawing techniques always leads to a higher quality of artwork in all areas of art.
Instructor Linda Pelc is a studio painter, art educator, graphic designer and photographer. Watercolor is her current specialty; however, she has mastered numerous media in 28 years of teaching art in the Clymer Central Schools of Clymer, New York. Linda relocated to Tallahassee in 2006 with a desire to learn the business side of art, and has been actively exhibiting and teaching since her arrival.
PAINTING AND DRAWING SOCIAL
October 16–November 20 6:30–8:30pm
Tuition $65 ($75 nonmembers)
Enjoy one of the Arts Center’s most popular studio offerings! Sharpen your drawing and painting skills and make new friends in this fun, social, collaborative studio environment. Instruction is provided on an individual basis.
Artist Dawn McMillan is a resident of Quincy, a professional graphic designer and exhibiting artist who specializes in pastels and watercolors. Her work has been exhibited throughout the region in juried and invitational exhibitions, including recent shows at the TCC Fine Art Gallery and Art in Gadsden.
To register, call (850) 875-4866 or return registration form to Gadsden Arts.
SUMMER ART CAMP and TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS
Art camp is a popular annual tradition at Gadsden Arts. This year in June, the Arts Center offered three weeks of Art Camp to an enthusiastic group of 6–12 year old children who enjoyed drawing, painting, mosaics, mask making, and ceramics. 50% of children attended on Tuition Scholarships. Call 875-4866 for Art Camp and Tuition Scholarship information.
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