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The 2010 Buck Hill Art Association Class Schedule

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FINE CRAFT CLASSES

Water Aerobics - Michele Saffer
Buck Hill Pool~Mondays & Wednesdays (7/5-8/18)
* 9:30am –10:30am
* $5pp/class ~$10pp/week ~Max 15p
Michele will be working her water magic again this year to get us into shape! Her classes consistently receive rave reviews! Classes begin Monday, July 5th.

Tai Chi & Qigong
Richard Roche
Urice Room ~Tuesdays (7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3)
* 10:00am –11:00am
* $15pp/class
* Min 5p/Max 10p
Tai Chi and Qigong are related arts characterized by slow, gentle movements. By taking this class, you will be able to enhance your quality of life, improve physical health, and increase mental awareness and sense of serenity. Balance and coordination are greatly improved. No special clothing or equipment is required…AND these practices can be done almost anywhere!

Mah Jongg Janet Campbell
Kirby Library ~ Tuesdays (7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27 )
* 10:00am–11:30am
* $35pp/4 classes
* Min 3p ~ Max 5p
Fee includes cost of Mah Jongg Playing Cards
Janet will again be teaching the American version per National Mah Jongg, Inc. A growing number of people are realizing the intellectual challenge Mah Jongg poses and the beauty of the game itself. Take time to learn this exciting and stimulating game. The cost of the class includes a set of Mah Jongg playing cards for each pupil. After the classes, you will be able to continue playing without the tiles!

Bridge Strategies & Duplicate Bridge
JoAnn Mauger
Urice Room - Intermediate Strategy Thursdays (7/8, 7/29, 8/5, 8/19)
* 9:30am –11:15am
* $80pp/4 classes
* Max 12p
* (Fee Includes Playing Duplicate Bridge on the day of class ONLY)
* Urice Room - Duplicate Bridge Game Thursdays (7/8, 7/29, 8/5, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30)
* 11:30am–2:30pm
* $5pp/game
* No Max
JoAnn will continue to share her expertise to enhance and improve your bridge playing!
Duplicate bridge games are open to all Buck Hill Art Association members. Enrollment in the Intermediate Strategy classes includes the cost of the duplicate game the same day of class.

Photography Workshop II
Don Sack
Kirby Library ~ Thursdays (7/8, 7/15, 7/22)
* 9:00am – 10:30am
* $65pp/session
* Max 5p
Back by popular demand! This year the classes will focus on composition and natural/flash lighting. It would be helpful if students have a camera that can be used manually and a separate flash unit. Most point and shoot cameras will not offer these options. Tripods will also be helpful.

Bushels of Beads Earrings Abigail Deardorff
Urice Room ~ Wednesday (7/14)
* 6:00pm – 8:00pm
* $45pp
* Min 5p/Max 8p
* Fee Includes All Materials
Use chain, headpins and Swarovski crystals to com-plete a stunning pair of earrings. All supplies and tools provided.

Wire Wrapped Teardrop Necklace Set
Abigail Deardorff
Urice Room ~ Wednesday (08/18)
* 6:00pm – 8:00pm
* $50pp
* Min 5p/Max 8p
* Fee Includes All Materials
Learn wiring techniques to successfully wrap teardrop or briolette beads, making a stunning necklace & earring set. All supplies and tools provided.

Knitting For Everyone Joanne Deardorff
Urice Room ~ Mondays (7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/16)
* 2:00pm – 4:00pm
* $30pp/4 classes
* Min 6p
Bring your yarn & knitting needles! Joanne, Owner, Mountain Knit & Pearls, will be here to assist with your projects. She will instruct on all levels – beginning, intermediate, & advanced. What a wonderful opportunity to not only learn but also see other projects that you may wish to complete! Joanne will also be bringing samples of yarns & other items for your viewing!

“Tapas on the Green”
Candi Watson & Dave Cook
The Fairway Grill ~ Tuesday (7/13)
* 7:00pm – 9:00pm
* $35pp
* Max 25
Fabulous hors d'oeuvres!! Just in time for your summer entertaining! Learn how to prepare & sample a delicious assortment of spectacular starters to include baked brie, crabmeat, filled puffed pastry, shrimp, stuffed wonton skins, and MORE!! This class will fill quickly…so, don’t miss out!

An Evening with Lyman at the Frogtown Inn
Chef Lyman Winner
The Frogtown Inn
Wednesday (7/7 & 7/28))
* 5:30pm –?pm
* $60pp/class
* Max 8p/class
Two opportunities to join Chef Lyman to prepare a gourmet three-course meal and enjoy your efforts! Preview the menu for each class on The Frogtown’s website www.thefrogtowninn.com. Register quickly since participation is limited to eight (8) per class! You must bring your own apron & hair covering for your head. Please also bring something to take notes; Chef Lyman will be sharing his recipes, techniques, and other “helpful” hints.

FINE ART CLASSES

We are thrilled Megan Leblond will be instructing us again this year! She obtained her fine arts degree in sculpture from Southern Illinois University & has recently received her art education teaching certificate.

We are also delighted that both John James and Jill Swerzie are returning to instruct us in the mediums of oil and watercolor painting.

Endless Summer Floral Workshop Megan Leblond
Ottaway Room (Art & Ceramic Studio)
Tuesday/Thursday (7/13, 7/15)
Pick Up Pieces 7/20
* 3:30pm – 6:00pm
* $90pp Adult/Teen Level
* Max 5p
Back by popular demand! On the first day of the two-day workshop, participants will model a 3-dimensional flower of their choosing. The method for creating petals will be demonstrated. Bring an image of your favorite flower. On the second day, you will use under-glazes to create lustrous color on your flower sculptures. Create multiple pieces or one bold statement.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

Create Your Own Serving Piece
Megan Leblond
Ottaway Room (Art & Ceramic Studio) Tuesday/Thursday (7/27, 7/29)
Pick Up Pieces 8/03
* 3:30pm – 6:00pm
* $90pp
* Adult/Teen Level
* Max 5p
Serving platters can be playful or elegant. In this class you will design our own platters or creative serving dishes using a slab technique. Glazes and modeling techniques will be used to invent beautiful and unique tableware. Oven safe terra-cotta clay or decorative stoneware will be available. Create a sensational serving platter or fashion a creative baking dish. The possibilities are endless.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

Wall Panel Relief Workshop
Megan Leblond
Ottaway Room (Art & Ceramic Studio) Tuesday/Thursday (8/3, 8/5)
Pick Up Pieces 8/10
* 3:30pm – 6:00pm
* $90pp
* Adult/Teen Level
* Max 5p
Using an ancient technique of relief and a thin clay slab, we will create charming wall hangings. Recreate a favorite photo or drawing using a demonstrated template technique or work “freehand” drawing directly into the clay. Step outside of the square format and embrace clay’s volume and versatility.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

Create Your Own Vessel
Megan Leblond
Ottaway Room (Art & Ceramic Studio) Tuesday/Thursday (8/17, 8/19)
Pick Up Pieces 8/24
* 3:30pm – 6:00pm
* $90pp Adult/Teen Level
* Max 5p
Vessels have described cultures across time. Create your own vase, wine jug, bowl, basket or ornamental bottle using the coil and slab techniques demonstrated in class. Learn how to model beautiful and decorative handles for your pieces. Students will also adorn their objects with decorative methods including: sgraffito, relief and additive techniques. Come create a beautifully personal functional vessel!
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

Watercolors with John James Barrett Elementary Center Art Room
Series 1:
Thursdays (7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22)
* 10:00am –1:00pm
* $110pp/series
* Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Series 2:
Thursdays (7/29, 8/5, 8/19, 8/26) - No Class 8/12/2010
* 10:00am – 1:00pm
* $110pp/series
* Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Back by great demand! This series is an all-time favorite taught by one of our most outstanding local artists.

Oil Painting with Jill Swersie Barrett Elementary Center Art Room
Series 1:
Tuesdays (7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27)
* 10:00am – 1:00pm
* $110pp/series
* Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Series 2:
Tuesdays (8/3, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31) - No Class 8/10/2010
* 10:00am – 1:00pm
* $110pp/series
* Min 4p ~ Max 10p
Jill is back once again and will be teaching you techniques for great success in your painting!

QUESTIONS?

Contact: Ramona Parker, (570)460-3346 or Mayson Moore-Price, (570) 595-2662