Fall Classes 2008
Yoga: Evening Session I with Heidi Londo
September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22 Wednesday, 6 to 7 p.m.
The Bonifas offers yoga classes for personal growth and the pure pleasure of relaxation. Instructor Heidi Londo, American Yoga Institute trained on all levels of the discipline, will focus on your individual needs and abilities so that you can proceed at your personal pace, from beginner to expert. Hands-on help is available. Selected exercises gently open the body to deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Learn basic instruction in centering, breathing exercises, and poses in Sun Salutations. This class is recommended for students of all levels and for individuals recovering from injury and illness. Students should bring their own mats and either a belt or a necktie.
Six week course: Members $40, Non-members $50
Walk-ins: Members $8, Non-members $10
Yoga: Evening Session II with Heidi Londo
Wednesday, October 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, and 10; 6 to 7 p.m.
Note: No yoga on 11/26 due to Thanksgiving holiday
Six week course: Members $40, Non-members $50
Walk-ins: Members $8, Non-members $10
Beginner Beading: Antique Silver Bracelet with Sandy Wilson
Tuesday, Sept 23; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Antiqued silver disc beads accented with a decorative scrolled engraving are set off with a combination of Swarovski crystals and pearls. Tones of silver, gray and black make a handsome and very versatile bracelet. No experience necessary – just string it and wear it home! Additional kits available for purchase.
Members $18, non-members $22.50; includes materials.
Beginner Level Glass Fused Beaded Necklace with Beth Cox and Sandy Wilson
Thursdays, September 25 and October 2; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Discover the ancient art of glass fusing and produce your own fabulous glass jewelry at the same time! In the first session with Beth, students will be provided with enough material to craft two glass elements suitable for use as jewelry forms during the second class session. You’ll then select your favorite glass piece, embellish it, and incorporate it into a piece of beaded jewelry in the second session with Sandy.
Members $25, Non-members $31; includes materials.
Sculpture: Beginner Level with Earl Senchuk
Saturday, October 4; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This session introduces students to some of the basic methods and tools used in 3-dimensional art forms. You’ll learn to calculate proportion, form your armature, and develop your own polymer clay sculpture to take home and fire in your oven. Artist Senchuk will lead students during their studio time via demonstrations and individual instruction. Note: Students need to bring pocket calculator and ruler.
Members $35; Non-members $43.75
Beginner through Expert Clay Residency with April South Olson
Saturdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1 and 8
Keep your creative flame going with a weekly visit to our clay studio. Work alongside a local ceramic artist to get an intro to the pot shop, tools and medium. Artist demos and instruction on hand-building techniques are offered for the first ½ hour of each session only. The remaining time is available for you to work independently to create projects of your choosing. Beginners are as welcome as those with clay experience. Students with throwing experience may practice on the wheel. All students pay a $30 clay fee, which includes 12# clay and bisque firing. Students may purchase additional clay as needed.
Members $45; Non-members $56.
Walk-in Fees: Members $8; Non-members $10. Walk-in students also pay $30 clay fee.
Mehndi: Henna Body Painting with Eddie Moritz
Tuesday, October 7; 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Learn about the long, rich history of Mehndi and wear home your own creation – a temporary tattoo of your very own design. Mehndi is the application of henna as a skin decoration, popular in areas such as South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Somalia. The tradition started in India in the days when bridal decoration was scarce. Henna, a natural product, is a reddish-brown dye obtained from henna bark. It is applied to the hands and feet, where the color will be darkest. Henna paste is usually applied using a plastic cone or paint brush. The painted area is then wrapped to lock in body heat and create a more intense color. The final tattoo is reddish brown and can last anywhere from two weeks to several months.
Members: $10; Non-members $12
Fearless Painting! with April South-Olson
Wednesday, October 8 and 15; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tap into your intuitive side and explore your creative spirit in this anything-goes class! You’ll fling, splatter, scrape and stamp on your own painting surface to create an original. Your painting will emerge with the help of local artist April South-Olson, who has painting instructions and exercises to warm you up and get you ready to hit the canvas. Think fun, and paint to your hearts’ content! Members $28; Non-members $35; includes all materials.
Clay: Wheel-throwing
The Arts Center offers wheel-throwing in two sections to accommodate busy schedules and enhance specific skills. Take one or both of these three-week sessions. Both allow time and instruction for students to work at their own pace and to augment their own skills.
Session I is designed for beginners and those with a little experience, to review the basics and to focus on centering and pulling up techniques. This session can be taken separately or can lead directly into Session II.
Students will need either the first session or some familiarity with clay and terminology for Session II. Instruction will focus on finishing techniques. Students will choose either a bisqueware mug or a plate at registration for practicing glazing techniques. Instructor will offer some guidance for throwing and hand-building techniques, as well. Additional pieces of bisqueware may be purchased; students may also bring their own bisque pieces to glaze.
Note: Students may use the clay studio for practice while they are registered in a session, and additional clay may be purchased.
Session I: Beginners–Intermediate with James Mata
Thursdays, October 9, 16, and 23; 7 to 9 p.m.
Members $34, Non-members $42; includes all materials.
Session II: Finishing: trimming, handles, glazing with Vicki Shirley
Thursdays, November 6, 13, and 20; 7 to 9 p.m.
Members $34, Non-members $42; includes all materials.
Beginner Level Drawing: Extreme Pencil with Eddie Moritz
Thursday, October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 13 and 20; 7 to 9 p.m.
Note: No class 11/6 due to Gallery Reception
Let local artist, Eddie Moritz introduce you to the simple materials of graphite and paper. Learn a system for drawing anything and build your confidence in creating art! Start with artists’ demonstrations and fundamental rough sketches, then work them into complete drawings. You’ll be able to apply these skills to other media of your choice, too.
Members $62; Non-members $78; includes materials.
Copper Weaving Jewelry with Sue Tinti
Saturday, October 11; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Here’s a great new look in jewelry. The distinctive air of this rope bracelet comes from a combination of material and technique. Copper wire and the Viking Weave are used to produce a beautiful tubular bracelet that’s both versatile and very durable. Learn both single and double weave, with techniques for crimping and other finishing details.
Members $28; Non-members $35
Recycling III: Magic Marble Kaleidoscope with Rose PeltierTuesday October 14; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Kaleidoscopes reflect an endless variety of patterns, and you’ll have endless fun when you construct your own home-made kaleidoscope out of recycled materials. Tubes, marbles (made out of recycled material), and mirrors are all you need when Rose shows you the magic on how it works! This workshop is a great outing for you and your favorite kiddle, so come on down for some family fun!
Per Project: Members $16, Non-members $20. Additional kits available for purchase from instructor.
Enviro Bag with Rose Peltier
Saturday, October 18; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Environmentally-friendly totes are yours for the making! This durable, plastic-mesh bag folds into a wallet-sized clutch for easy transport and unfolds to a full-sized grocery bag for all your errands. Features include easy-to-clean material, heavy handles for your big jobs, and a wrist handle when folded for storage. Use it over and over and over and over again for camping, groceries, laundry, trips to the library… Students must bring a sewing machine. Additional kits available for purchase from instructor.
Members $34; Non-members $42; includes materials. ***MNO discount applies
Beginner Water Color with Monica Mortel
Tuesdays, October 21, 28, November 4 and 11; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for an introduction to watercolor and learn about a variety of w/c materials; brushes, papers, and techniques. Learn from artist’s demonstrations and paint-a-long style. Develop your skills as you experiment with techniques and produce sketches and samples. Instruction during the final session will lead you through drawing out and starting a final painting. Materials are supplied but students are welcome to supplement and bring in their favorite brushes, paints etc.
Members: $42, Non-members $53; includes all materials.
Intermediate Basket Weaving: Oneida Basket with Janie Paulin
Wednesdays, October 22 and 29; 6 to 9 p.m.
This replica of an Indian basket is woven with natural and dyed reed for a striking contrast. Begin with a 6” square base, and continue to a 12” diameter round basket. The color combinations are endless, with accent rows in two different colors and Cherokee wheels woven into the center to add interest, allowing you to make your basket unique and in your own color preference.
Members $32; Non-members $40; includes all materials.
Paint-a-Pot: Beginner Level Ceramic Glazing with Vicki Shirley
Thursday, October 30; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
No experience necessary. Success is guaranteed in this class! You are the artist from start to finish when you pick out your clayware (a serving bowl, serving platter, butter-dish, or a pair of mugs or soup bowls), your colors, and your own design. Vicki shows you tips for glazing: dabbling, painting, brushing or dipping. You’ll have lots of options and lots of fun. It’s a great way to spend some time with friends or family. Clay work will be final-fired and ready for pickup by November 5. All finished pieces are food and dishwasher safe.
Members $18, Non-members $22; includes all materials and firing costs.
Beginner level Basket Weaving: Victorian Christmas Sleigh with Janie Paulin
Wednesdays, November 5 and 12; 6 to 9 p.m.
This basket, inspired by seasonal sleighs, features ornate weaving that mimics the Victorian era. Despite the look, this stunning project, is suitable for beginners. Constructed in deep tones of the Christmas red and green, the Victorian Sleigh Basket will add a dramatic touch to your holiday table or mantel. The basket is a great addition to the holiday scene and is suitable to stand alone or can be filled with other seasonal touches.
Members $33, Non-members: $41; includes all materials.
Artist Level Printmaking for Painters with Michael Volker
Friday, November 7; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Join visiting artist Mike Volker as he demonstrates his approach to creating original painterly monotypes in the form popularized by Edgar Degas. Beautiful monotypes created in oil and overlaid with pastel demonstrate the immediacy and freshness typically seen in Degas’ work. Traditional painting and printmaking instruments such as brushes, daubers, and cotton rags are used as well as nontraditional homemade tools, as Volker shares his techniques for combining some of the strongest characteristics of both oil and watercolor media. Workshop participants are encouraged to experiment with drawing materials such as pastels in order to further enhance their images. Volker will also discuss water-based inks as an alternative to oils.
Students will create several small prints during the workshop. The monotype is equally effective for representational genre such as portraiture, landscape, and still life, or more experimental abstract images.
Members $45, Non-members $55; materials included (students are encouraged to supplement with their favorites)
Beginner Beading: Sophisticated Lady Bracelet with Sandy Wilson
Saturday, November 15, 1 to 2 p.m.
A stunning combination of black, browns, and silver gives this bracelet its sophisticated look. The strong dynamic pattern of the beadwork is created with over-sized Swarovski crystals, black onyx, tortoise window beads, and crazy lace agate. Accents are bali silver beads and toggle clasp. No experience is needed, just string and wear! Additional kits available for purchase from instructor.
Members $14, Non-members $18; includes all materials.
Beginner Level: Floor Cloths with Jolie Dzanbozoff
Tuesdays, November 18 and 25; 7 to 9 p.m.
Try this new twist on floor cloths: in just two short sessions you’ll create your own 2’ x 3’ area rug from paints, scrap vinyl, and a little imagination! Let Jolie, an experienced set painter from Players de Noc, help you put your ideas onto canvas. She’ll demonstrate a variety of painting techniques, stamping, stenciling, and brushwork, for you to incorporate into your own piece. You’ll learn from start to finish how to prime, design and paint your floor cloth. You’ll leave with a painted rug and supplies needed for protective poly coatings.
Members $30; Non-members $38; includes all materials.
Intermediate Level Pine Needle Basket with Linda Peterson
Wednesdays, November 19, December 3; 6 to 9 p.m.
Some basket or needle-work experience is helpful, but not required, for this class project. Learn to prepare Ponderosa Pine needles, basic coiling techniques, simple and decorative stitches, how to embellish, taper and finish, as you create your beautiful 4” basket. You’ll work with needles and artificial sinew, choosing the shape of your basket and whether or not to include embellishments. Some take-home work may be required in order to be ready for the second class.
Member $34, Non-member $43; includes all materials.
Beginner Level Stained Glass Ornament with Beth Cox
Tuesday December 2 and 9, 6 to 9 p.m.
Get ready for the holidays and create a new family heirloom when you make this stained glass ornament. You’ll learn to cut glass and use foil and solder as you create a memory. Choose from traditional patterns or design your own Christmas ornament - it will be perfect for dressing the Christmas tree, for a window display, or for gift giving.
Members $36, Non-members $45; includes all materials.
Beginner Beading: Cosmic Silver Ring Bracelet with Sandy Wilson
Thursday, December 11, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Here’s the hottest new look, and you can make it and take it! The bracelet consists of a lot of silver, offset with Swarovski crystal rings of Bermuda Blue. You’ll learn how to connect jump rings as you construct this spectacular bracelet. Additional kits available for purchase from instructor.
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With Kathie Briggs
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