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Batavia’s Art Center160 S. Water St.Batavia, IL 60510630.761.9977 www.waterstreetstudios.com

vision is to have a central location for artists to

rent affordable space and develop their craft all while having a network of

support and inspiration from their

neighboring artists. Add to this, the ability to

interact with the community through

shows, classes, workshops, projects, events...

the potential for a shared creativity is

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Letter from the Director of Education:

Water Street celebrates one year in our permanent home this September and anniversaries provide the time for reflec- tion, celebration, and future envisioning. I am astounded by what a group of talented artists and community friends have accomplished over the past twelve months and look forward to all that lies ahead. A special thank you to the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. Their generous grant allowed us to purchase electric pottery wheels, ceramic tools, welding equipment, and a projector. New classes on the potter’s wheel and welding are a welcome addition to our class line-up.

We are lucky to have Jeannie McGuire joining Water Street this November for a three-day figurative watercolor work-shop. McGuire is the featured artist in the August 2010 edition of Watercolor Artist Magazine and is flying in from Pittsburgh to join the School of Art. Her fresh approach to character development and persona is sure to inspire many!

Don’t forget about Awesome Art Afternoons from 1-3p every Sunday. These afternoons are a great way to bond with your family over art and the best part – it’s FREE! We have a lot to offer this trimester and I hope to see you around the studios.

Kari KrausDirector of Education630.761.9977kari_l_kraus@sbcglobal.netBatavia’s Art Center

160 S. Water St.Batavia, IL 60510 waterstreetstudios.com

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our community by becoming a Corporate Partner or a Water Street Studios Member.

If you would like to become a Member, or your company would like to become a Corporate Partner, contact Jim Kirkhoff, Water Street Studios Development Director for information 630.761.9977.

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Director of Education via kari_l_kraus@sbcglobal.net.

Interested in teaching at Water Street Studios? Artists/teachers please visit us online www.waterstreetstudios.com to obtain a teacher application and a class proposal form.Please note: deadline for fall class submissions is Friday, Oct. 1, 2010.

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RegistrationTo register, complete the registration form located in the center of this booklet and mail or deliver to:

Water Street Studios, School of Art 160 S. Water St. Batavia, IL 60510 Please make checks payable to: Batavia Artists Association.

Water Street Studios is located at 160 S. Water Street by the corner of First and Water Streets in the heart of downtown Batavia, Illinois. We are less than one block south east of the Batavia Public Library. Please direct any questions to Kari Kraus,

Through generous support, Community Outreach fully funded 10 art classesfor 15 children during the Winter 2010 and Summer 2010 trimesters. The classes chosen were very diverse and included hand building clay sculpture, drawing, photography, and on of our popular Star Wars classes among others. Water Street Studios also provided a summer program at Batavia Appartments through the Community Outreach program. For more information about Community Outreach or if you are interested in helping to support the program, please contact Jim Kirkhoff, Development Director Water Street Studios, 630.761.9977.

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Admire Amazing Art in the gallery. Be creative and spend quality time with the ones you love.

□ Agenda: All about Art. Activities include: drawing, coloring, pasting & even painting. □ Assorted art supplies available at no charge.□ Atmosphere: Aspiring Artists Family program.□ All Ages: Best for ages 3 and up accompanied by an adult at all times. Teens welcome with parent permission.□ Admission: FREE □ Sundays: 1-3p

Let’s put the in !Host your next birthday at Water Street Studios! We have a variety of art projects that will really make your birthday party something special. Parties for both kids and adults alike! Projects include but are not limited to clay, printmaking, jewelry, themed kids parties such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, or Alice in Wonderland Tea Party, and so much more!□ Call 630.761.9977 or visit us at waterstreetstudios.com for more details.

Teen and Adult ClassesAll Adult classes are ages 17 and up unless otherwise noted.

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Instructor: Sharon P. Sychta $ 50.00 per participant Date to be mutually agreed upon at time of registration. 7-10 pm (3 hours) THIS in the Same old spot with its own title

Awesome Art Afternoons - FREE Every Sunday 1-3 p

Admire Amazing Art in the gallery.

Agenda: All about Art. Activities include: drawing, coloring, pasting and even painting

Assorted art supplies available for Free

Atmosphere: Aspiring Artists Family program.

All Ages:

Admission: Free

(Best for ages 3 and up accompanied by an adult at all times.

Teens welcome with parent permission.

Be creative and spend quality time with the ones you love.

Oil Painting For painters of all levels, skills and disciplines, the focus of this class is to nurture the individual creative process. Color mixing and basic oil painting techniques will be covered. Participants will explore traditional and alternative styles in oil painting while developing an understanding of basic drawing and composition skills. Emphasis is placed on discovering individual strengths and styles that will enable each to complete a final painting reflecting those characteristics. This class is structured for enjoyment in a relaxed format to allow creativity to surface naturally.

■ Figure Sculpture for Adults (Ages 18+)

Working from live models, we will use the dominant sense of touch to work clay like flesh.Anatomical reference combined with artistic interpretation will help you bring your creations to life. Using a variety of armature and construction techniques will help you see your own designs become reality in clay. All levels - beginner to advanced welcome. Dress to get dirty! □ Instructor Patty Davoust□ $330 includes model fee, firing, use of tools,12 lbs of clay and some glazes.□ Wed Sept 15, 22, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov 3, 10, 17 ► 6:30-9:30p

■ Beginning Ceramics On the Wheel! (Ages 16+)Create your own pottery using basic wheel throwing techniques. During this six week class we will discuss, explore and practice basic wheel throwing techniques and see where it takes you! Thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, Water Street Studios has been able to purchase electric wheels, bats and tools for class use. Join us to play with clay - we'll get messy! Class size is limited to 3. □ Instructor Caroline Baty-Barr□ $220 includes a 12.5 lb. bag of clay, use of tools, firing, and some glazes.□ Session 1 Th Sept 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14 ► 7:00-9:30p□ Session 2 Th Nov 4, 11, 18, Dec 2, 9, 16 (No class Nov 25) ► 7:00-9:30p

Drawing■ Introduction to Colored Pencil (Ages 17+)After acquiring basic drawing skills, you are now ready to incorporate techniques of mix-ing and blending color. In this class you will train your eye to discern which hues can be combined in multiple layers to create richness in your work. □ Instructor Andria Burchett □ $150 □ Th Oct 21, 28, Nov 4, 11, 18 ► 6-9p

■ AniMotion Learn about the exciting world beyond our own. In this class students will study the short history of animation (cartoons through special effects) and how it’s affected movies through innovation and technique. Students will learn about the essential building blocks of anima-tion: motion, space, relationships, and timing - and how it can apply to lo-tech and hi-tech projects alike! To keep things fun and spontaneous we will create drawings, storyboards and flip-books to breathe life into your own ideas and characters. Required Supplies: 2B and 4B pencils with erasers. Thin and thick black Sharpies, 8x10 pad of tracing paper. Blank Flip–Books will be provided at minimal cost. Additional Supplies: (not required) color pencils, colored markers. □ Instructor Michael Glascott □ $100□ Sat Sept 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 9-11a

■ Learn How To Draw AnythingIf you can write your signature, you can learn how to draw! Really! Drawing is a learnable skill, like riding a bicycle. Basic drawing techniques such as line quality, shading and placement, and advanced concepts such as proportion, composition and perspective are covered in this fun and comprehensive class. Bring an 11x17 drawing tablet, drawing pencil, and eraser to first class. Additional materials list given at first class. □ Instructor Patty Davoust □ $210□ Mon & Fri Sept 27, Oct 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 ► 9:15a-11:30a

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Jewelry■ Awesome Earrings For Beginners (Ages 13+)This is an excellent beginners class that will teach you the fundamental techniques to create awesome earrings. Once you master loop forming and a little bit of wire wrap-ping you can make countless pairs of of earrings. These earrings are great for gift giving! In the class you will receive all supplies necessary for up to three pairs of pierced dangle earrings with sterling silver and various beads. All tools necessary are available to use during the class time. No previous experience necessary. Maximum 8 students. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $35 □ Sat Sept 11 ► 3-5p or Th Oct 5 ► 6-8p

■ Introduction to Fused Glass (Ages 16+)In this class you will learn basic fused glass techniques to create a pendant, magnet or tie tack. Students choose which two projects they want to complete. You will learn the basics of glass fusing and jewelry making (no solder) during this HOT class. A basic glass assortment is included in the class fee. Specialty glass, findings and other components will be available for purchase from the instructor. Maximum 2 students. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $55□ Sun Sept 19 ► 1-4p & Sept 26 ►1-2:30p or Th Nov 11 ► 6-9p & Nov 18 ► 6-7:30p

■ Copper Inspiration Cuff (Ages 13+)Students will make their own textured or stamped copper cuff bracelet with a sterling silver plate that they have hand stamped with their own word or short message. Beads may be added if you desire. No prior metal-smithing experience is necessary. All materials and tools are supplied during class time. Great for Ladies Night Out! □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $45 □ Mon Sept 20 ► 6-8:30p or Fri Nov 12 ► 6-8:30p

■ Quirky Cool Cocktail Ring (Ages 13+) Students will make one or two absolutely unique cool cocktail rings out of sterling silver wire and a focal bead of your choice. No prior experience required. All materials and tools are supplied during class time. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $30□ Tu Sept 28 ► 6-8p or Fri Oct 22 ► 6-8p

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N0te If you are aware of any metal allergies or have any special needs, instructors must know well in advance to make acommodations. PLEASE NOTE: Neither the instructor nor Water Street Studios can be held responsible for any metal allergies/allergic reactions. If a special metal is required (sterling silver, niobium, 14k gold filled or 14k gold additional cost may occur. Instructor must be contacted prior to class to discuss possible alternatives. 630.761.9977 ■

■ Recycled Wool Felted Flower Pins (Ages 15+) Brighten up a winter coat or hat with these lively blooms. Create two colorful flower pins out of recycled felted wool sweaters. Embellish them with beads and embroidery thread. □ Instructor Sharon P. Sychta □ $35□ Wed Oct 20 ► 6-8:30p or Sat Nov 13 ► 2-4:30p

■ Handcraft Your Own Hoop Earrings (Ages 13+) Create your own sterling silver hoop earrings. Participants can create one or two pairs of sterling silver and bead earrings. Once you master the simple technique you will have the skills to make oodles of hoops for yourself and friends! All supplies included for up to two pairs of earrings. All tools necessary are available to use during the class time. No previous experience necessary. Maximum 8 students. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $30□ Wed Sept 22 ► 6:30-8:30p or Sun Nov 14 ►1-3p

■ Metalsmithing for Jewelry Fabrication Design and create one-of-a-kind personalized jewelry. Explore jewelry fabrication using basic metalsmithing techniques. This four-week course will cover sawing, piercing, sanding, hand stamping, texturing, forming, and finishing. Each week you will create at least one unique piece of copper or sterling silver jewelry. Projects may include earrings, pendants, bracelets, or rings. Metal to complete at least four projects is included in the class fee. Students have access to studio tools and equipment. Additional tools and metal may be purchased from instructor. No previousexperience necessary. Maximum 4 students. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $125 □ Wed Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20 ► 6-9p

■ Beyond Beginner Metalsmithing This four-week course will build upon the metalsmithing techniques you learned in the first metalsmithing class. Students will learn basic soldering, cold connections, and much more! Refining techniques will be encouraged. Prerequisite: Metalsmithing for Jewelry Fabrica-tion. Maximum 4 students. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $125□ Wed Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17 ► 6-9p

■ Beginners PMC Jewelry (Ages 13+)Make one pair of earrings and one pendant with pure silver. PMC is microscopic particles of pure silver mixed with organic binders that fuse together in the kiln leaving pure silver. You need have NO prior knowledge and/or skills to work with this remarkable medium. You will learn how to form, refine, fire and finish one pendant and one pair of dangle earrings. You will leave the class with at least two finished pieces of fine silver jewelry that you have designed and made yourself. The class includes demonstrations, handouts, enough clay for at least two projects, firing of the projects and the use of instructor’s tools. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $50 □ Sun Oct 10 ► 1-4p or Fri Nov 5 ► 6-9p

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Mind, Body Wellness■ Tai chiTai Ji Quan was developed during 13th Century China by a Taoist monk, Chang San-Feng, as a powerful martial art. Those who practiced this art found not only their martial skills, but their overall health was improving. Tai Ji Quan can assist in regulating blood pressure, anxiety, depression, balance, circulation, stress, and self esteem. Class consists of Qi Gong (energy work), Tai Ji 8 posture form, and applications. Any fitness level is accepted. □ Instructor Stephen Huebner □ $50 □ Session 1: Mon Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11 ► 7-8p □ Session 2: Mon Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15 ► 7-8p

■ Radiant Tween Yoga (Ages 8-11)Through posture, breathwork, meditation, and games, students will learn to incorporate the principals of yoga (balance, focus, flexability, strength) into their school and home life. Specific attention is given to learning body awareness, improving self-esteem, and learning how to cope with life challenges. Mats & props provided. □ Instructor Jenny Glick □ $80 □ Th Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4 ► 4:30-5:30p

■ Hatha Yoga & Meditation (Ages 18+)Live acoustic guitar will accompany this class. Hatha Yoga & Meditation focuses on tra-ditional yoga postures and is recommended for all levels. This class combines movement with stillness and develops breath awareness with proper alignment of yoga postures. Your whole body will feel strong and balanced with a peaceful state of mind. Mats and props provided. □ Instructor Jenny Glick □ $80 □ Th Sept 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4 ► 6-7p

Painting ■ Oil Painting (Ages 17+)For painters of all levels, skills and disciplines, the focus of this class is to nurture the individual creative process. Color mixing and basic oil painting techniques will be covered. Participants will explore traditional and alternative styles in oil painting while developing an understanding of basic drawing and composition skills. Emphasis is placed on discovering individual strengths and styles that will enable each to complete a final painting reflecting those characteristics. This class is structured for enjoyment in a relaxed format to allow creativity to surface naturally. □ Instructor Deborah DiVita/Glascott □ $100 plus supplies (list available on request)□ Session 1 Sat Sept 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 9-11:30a Session 2 Sat Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4 ► 9-11:30a

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■ Oil Painting TechniquesFor anyone who wishes to brush up on basic oil painting techniques, we will focus on pro-

ducing “mini-works” that demonstrate different techniques. These may include glazing, impasto, dry brush, and simple blending and shading techniques. We will work from a sin-gle object or shape to easily visualize the different effects that can be achieved simply by changing the application. Color mixing and brush use will also be covered. □ Instructor Deborah DiVita/Glascott

□ $100 plus supplies (list available on request)□ Sat Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 ► 9-11:30a.■ Creating Murals Learn how to paint murals from the ground up! Starting with sketches, students will work collaboratively and create something really BIG, hand painted, right on the wall for everyone to see. If you’re afraid of paint and worried about painting big this is the class for you! If you’re curi-ous as to how murals are put together and like to have fun this is the class for you! □ Instructor Michael Glascott □ $100 plus supplies□ Sat Oct 9, 16, 23, 30 ► 9-11a

Photography ■ Basic Camera MechanicsYou have a camera in your hand, don’t panic. As a group we will sort out all the button meanings, mode functions and “safe” everyday settings and even figure out how to take a great picture by the end of the class. The instructor will offer one-on-one help with prob-lems, specific camera features and individual questions. Bring your manual and camera and we will figure it all out together. □ Instructor John Granata □ $45□ Sat Sept 4 ► 12-4p or Sat Nov 6 ► 12-4p

■ Photographic Fundamentals Ready to move past the snapshot? Have you ever asked yourself, “So I have this camera, what do I do now?” Do you want to take one of those images that capture the essence of a subject? In this class we will explore how to photographically discover the extraordinary in the ordinary world. Learn how to convey what your subject wants to say through your

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This mural is located in Oak Park's Scoville Park at Lake St. & Oak Park Ave. It was completed by artist, Michael Glascott in June, 2010. Go see it!

■ Photographic Fundamentals continuedphotographic image. Participants will need a camera (camera phone, point and shoot, DSLR or film camera) and access to the computer and Internet. Images for discussion will need to be uploaded to a private group on Flickr. □ Instructor John Granata □ Cost $85□ Th Sept 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14 ► 6-8p or Tues Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 ► 6-8p

■ Photographing Artwork You have spent countless hours on your artwork and now it’s time for the next step. Learn how to photograph your work in a way that will document its existence without sacrificing the personality of the piece. Learn the essential skills needed for submitting high quality images of your work. This class will include examples and demonstrations on products, and a question and answer session. Please bring your work or previous picture attempts. □ Instructor John Granata □ $45 □ Sat Oct 9 ► 1-4p or Sat Nov 20 ► 1-4p

■ Private Photography Lessons Water Street Studios resident artist John Granata has twenty years experience in pho-tography. Need some photographic help? Want to learn something specific? One of the other classes offered doesn’t fit into your schedule? Purchase any of the following classes through Water Street Studios for yourself or as a gift: (1) Digital Camera Set Up (2) Photoshop “How To” (3) Action Photography (4) Nature & Landscape Photography (5) Composition (6) Low Key Lighting. Flexible class times are available. □ Instructor John Granata □ $30/hr or $100 for a 4 hour package

Variety■ Intro to Graphic DesignCome and explore the fundamentals of typography, color theory, and layout design. The basics of Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop are also included in this class. There will be weekly creative assignments as well as a final project showcase. Laptop computer and basic computer skills required. □ Instructor John McKillip □ $175□ Mon Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 ► 6-7p

■ Mosaic Art for Beginners (Ages 12+)Hands-on, two-session beginner mosaic class covers mosaic design ideas, with handouts on terminology, as well as tools and materials. From start to finish, class will cover steps for creating a successful project. Learn how to choose materials, proper cutting techniques, and design and grout a 10" x 10" wood frame mosaic mirror. Students are encouraged to bring their own broken dishes, jewelry, found objects and other potential mosaic elements to class to add to their mosaic. Relax and enjoy this perfect introduction that provides your start in mosaic work so you can do larger projects later on. No experience necessary. Just be imaginative and have a sense of humor. Dress for a controlled, but messy project. □ Instructor Mary Ketarkus Brown □ $80 (includes basic supplies)□ Tu Sept 14 ► 9a-1p & Th Sept 16 ► 9-11a or Sat Oct 23 ► 9a-1p & Sun Oct 24 ► 9-11a

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■ Controlling the Spark (Ages 18+) In this class you will learn the fundamental skills of sculptural metal fabrication. This can be a class for beginners who have never worked with metal, or experienced artists who want to brush up on their skills. Students will present their sculpture ideas, learn how to advance their concept into a 3-D form and complete a finished product. In this class students will learn to use the tools associated with metal working such as a Mig welder, angle grinder, chop saw, and jig saw to develop their artistic design. Thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, Water Street Studios has been able to purchase welding equipment for class use.□ Instructor Steven Lockwood□ $35/hr some materials provided, additional supplies available for purchase. □ Contact Kari Kraus, Director or Education for available dates and times.

Children’s ClassesLanguages■ Spanish Adventures (Ages 5-9)Uno, dos, tres... come along for an adventure as we learn the basics of the Spanish language. We will explore numbers, colors, and simple phrases with food and culture high-lights along the way. □ Instructor Sarah Klein □ $65 □ Sun Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 ► 1-2:30p

Young Ones: Ages 4+■ Mini Matisse (Ages 4-6) This is an exciting class where students can explore a variety of media ranging from watercolors, clay, masks, puppets, portraiture and more. Each session has different projects so this class can be taken again and again with no repeat masterpieces. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $55□ Tues Sept 7, 14, 21, 28 ► 5-6p or Sat Oct 23, 30, Nov 6, 13 ► 9:30-10:30a

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provides financial assistance for students

whose families can not afford the cost of

class without assistance. Community Out-

reach can pay for part or all of the cost

of the class depending on the demand. If

you think that you qualify for assistance

under Community Outreach or if you want

to help others by donating to the program,

The Community Outreach Program■ Wee Ones Paint and Paste (Ages 3-5)Play, paint, and paste with a parent. Each class will offer one hour of fun and artistic activities geared towards movement, color and art. □ Instructor Sharon Sychta □ $55□ Wed Oct 13, 20, 27, Nov 3 ► 10-11a

contact Jim Kirkhoff (630) 761-9977

Art for the Homeschooler■ The Science of Clay (Ages 9-14)Which came first...the Artist or the Scientist? The correlation between art and science is well documented! Math scores increase with 3D art skills -so come learn the “fundamen-tals” with clay! We will expand the mind and spirit with spatial relationships, texture, color, science and imagination through fun clay projects! Explore centrifugal force with the pottery wheel and chemical reactions through glazes!Chemical formulas and pyrometrics meet manual manipulation and creativity to create functional and non-functional works of art. □ Instructor Patty Davoust □ $145 □ T & Th Sept 28, 30, Oct 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 ►12-1:30p

■ Kandinsky Kids (Ages 7-11)The same popular version for Homeschoolers! In this class students will create using a wide range of media including but not limited to all types of paint, clay, fabric, sculpture, printmaking, etc. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ Cost $55 □ Fri Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 ► 10-11a

Star Wars Themed Classes■ Advanced Art of Star Wars (Ages 6-10)This class is for those who love the Star Wars films and is based on the performance arts. The focal point of this Advanced Art of Star Wars will be writing, designing the props and set, and filming a mini fan film. We will enjoy sith cider and jabba jiggle while creating our movie. This class is fantastic for those who have taken the first Star Wars class but is not required. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $90□ Sat Sept 11, 18, 25, Oct 2 ► 12:30-2:30p

■ May The Force Be With You (Ages 6-10)All that is loved about Star Wars: An Art Experience is now condensed into one glorious day! We will make lightsabers, design our own droids, and paint our own ship creations. Don’t forget to bring a dark colored tee as we will use “the force” to decorate it. Snacks of yoda soda and wookie cookies provided. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $50□ Sat Oct 16 ► 12-5p

Older Ones: Ages 7+ ■ Personalized Pendant or Dogtags (Ages 7+)Participants design two of their own pendants or dogtags using shrinkable plastic. Choose from a ball chain or a rubber cord and you have a custom piece of artwork to keep or give as a gift. □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $15□ Wed Sept 22 ► 4:30-6p or Sat Nov 20 ► 2:30-4p

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■ Kandinsky Kids (Ages 7-11) In this popular class, students will create using a wide range of media including but not limited to all types of paint, clay, fabric, sculpture, printmaking, etc. Similar to our Mini Matisse class in that no projects are repeated so you can retake this class often. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ Cost $55□ Tu Sept 7, 14, 21, 28 ► 6:30-7:30p or Sat Oct 23, 30, Nov 6, 13 ► 11a-12p

■ Muggles Making Art (Ages 7-12)Come join us at Water Street Studios as we hop the train to Hogwarts. This exciting class gives the true Harry Potter experience. We will split into the different houses and follow along with the different courses offered at Hogwarts. There will be a “potions and herbol-ogy” lesson along with transfiguration, defense against the dark arts, and care of magical creatures’ courses. We will create fabulous art while playing games such as Hoo’s Hedwig and eating chocolate “frog” snacks. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $65□ Sat Sept 11, 18, 25, Oct 2 ► 10-11:30a

■ Monsters, Goblins and Orcs (Ages 5-12)In this class students will use many art forms to create creatures that are creepy, kooky and spooky! A fun time for exploring sculpture, photography and drawing with music, movie clips and food to enhance the experience. □ Instructor Katherine Kratzer □ $90□ Ages 5-7 Wed Sept 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13 ► 4:30-5:30p□ Ages 8-12 Wed Sept 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13 ► 6-7p

■ Junior Personalized Leather Wristband and Keychain (Ages 7+) Personalize a cool leather wristband and keychain with your own message, design or name made for yourself or someone special. No experience necessary. Super simple. Super fun! □ Instructor Lisa Dienst-Thomas □ $18□ Wed Oct 6 ► 4:30-5:30p or Sat Nov 20 ► 4:30-5:30p

■ Playing in the Mud: Youth Pottery (Ages 7-12)This class is great for those kids who love to get dirty and have fun! A variety of types of pottery are explored in this class with an emphasis on hand-built ceramics. We will learn about the history of pottery, glazes and firing, grasp coil, slab and pinch construction. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $95 □ Mon Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 15 ► 6:30-8p Glaze Date Monday Nov 29 ► 6:30-8p

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■ Alice in Water Street Wonderland (Ages 7-12)This class is a topsy-turvy mix of fine arts projects, delicious snacks, and Rabbit Hole activities. Join us in the adventure of using clay to create our own teacups and teapots, illustrating unique big/small drawings, and building beautiful miniature shadow boxes. We will also work on Artist Trading Cards that will rival the Queen’s guards. In the last class we will watch Tim Burton’s version of Alice in Wonderland while enjoying a Mad Hatter-style tea party. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $75 □ Tues Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30* ► 6-7:30p *Note: Last class 11/30 is ► 6-8p

■ Mask Making (Ages 8-12)Put on a mask and be transformed. You move, act, and think differently when disguised. Roar like a lion, twitter like a bird, or experience life as another person. Each class will offer a different technique in mask making: feather/embellishments, construction, foam, and paper mache. Note: The paper mache masks take up two classes to allow for drying time. □ Instructor Sharon P. Sychta □ $25 per class ($90 for all four) □ Mon Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 ► 4-5:30p

■ Video Editing 101 (Ages 8-12)This class will provide students with a basic understating of film editing and creation. Acting, prop making, sound effects and editing for story will be reviewed. With these tech-niques students will create a music video and videos of comedy shorts. □ Instructors Kari Kraus & Cassie Sychta □ $70 □ Mon Sept 27, Oct 4, 11, 18 ► 6:30-8p

■ Tasty Felt Treats (Ages 7-12)Using a variety of felting techniques we will create miniature versions of our favorite foods out of felt. Students will sew, glue, and needle felt to create some truly remarkable food pieces. We will learn to make a cupcake key ring, fantastic sushi in a bento box, and even a mini grill with barbeque favorites. We will also have time to make our favorites with per-sonalized one-on-one instruction. Note: students will use a hot glue gun and learn some basic sewing techniques - no prior experience necessary. □ Instructor Kari Kraus □ $48□ Tues Oct 5, 12, 19 ► 6:30-8p

■ Light Dancing with Photos (Ages 5-10)This class is a child and parent team effort. Parents can capture some truly unique images of their children while participating in an all-out dance party. While children are dancing in the “dark” the parents will be photographing. Kids Love It! Unique images are created by using glow sticks, black lights, and colorful animated projections. Required: Working knowledge of your own digital camera. Bring your wrist or neck strap.You may want to bring extra glow sticks, crazy colored flashlights, bubbles, or black light make-up. It is suggested that you wear as much black clothing as possible. Bring a white t-shirt or other flowing white chiffon items like tutus or ribbons to wear over the black clothes. Note: children scared of the near dark should not enroll in this class. □ Instructor John Granata □ $30 total for both parent and child□ Sat Oct 2 ► 3-5p or Sun Nov 21 ► 1-3p

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■ Protecting Wildlife (Ages 7-12)Because of mounting concern about the loss of natural habitats of many birds and ani-mals of the Gulf Coast, this class will celebrate the beauty of that natural world. Students will learn step-by-step techniques for drawing and painting animals and birds as well as printing monoprints – a unique way of combining painting techniques with printmaking techniques. □ Instructor Sandra Bacon □ $35□ Sat Oct 9 ► 12-3p

Workshops■ Painting the Portrait Alla Prima

a likeness by quickly blocking in value and shape, building a portrait from general forms to specific detail. The workshop will begin with a demonstration in the morning and then allow for students to work independently with critique and instruction during the afternoon. There is no cost for the class, but there is a $20 model fee. Materials list will be mailed to registrants. Register early as class space is limited. □ Instructor Leah Mitchell □ FREE except model fee □ Sat Sept 5 ► 9-5p

■ Figurative Watercolors for Adults (Ages 18+)Create strong watercolor paintings of people from your photo references and snap shots. This workshop is intended to encourage and challenge students through design and contrast, to explore character and play with persona. Students will learn the versatility

of watercolor when employing a higher ratio of pigment to water, different paper surfaces and pigment properties. Suggested materials to bring: photo/snap shot reference of one or several people. Pre-drawing allows more painting time but is optional. Good watercolor paper such as Arches or Lanaquarelle, 140 lb. weight. Palette with large wells and mixing space. Tubes of watercolor paints so fresh paint may be used instead of dried paint. Variety of pigments; trans-parent through opaque, values and fun colors, include tita-nium white watercolor. Brush collection to include some flats

and at least one 1½" or 2" wide flat brush. □ Instructor Jeannie McGuire □ $250 □ Sun Nov 12, 13, 14 ► 10a-4p

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Working in oils students will learn how to establish

■ Photographic Dance with Experimental Lighting Capture truly unique images with a camera while participating in an all-out dance party. Wonderful images are achieved by using glow sticks, black lights, and colorful animated projections. We will split up into two teams and take turns. While one group is dancing the other will be photographing. Don’t worry if you are a bad dancer nobody will notice since most of the time we will be in the dark. Required: Working knowledge of your own digital camera. It is recommended that you bring your wrist or neck strap. You may want to bring extra glow sticks, crazy colored flashlights, bubbles, or black light make-up. It is suggested that you wear as much black clothing as possible and bring a white t-shirt. □ Instructor John Granata □ $30 □ Fri Oct 8 ► 6-9p or Sat Nov 20 ► 6-9p

■ Beginning Origami Lane Allen, AIA has been doing origami for 40 years and his enthusiasm for this craft as a sculptural medium is infectious. In this workshop students will fold three completed pieces. Origami paper will be provided. □ Instructor Lane Allen □ $10 (WSS members $5)□ Sun Nov 7 ► 2-3:30p

■ From the Ground Up (Ages 18+)Learn how to develop gritty grounds and lush backgrounds for paintings and collage while working with crackle paste, molding pastes, micaceous iron oxide and more. Students will build up surface texture, imagery and pattern using both collage and assemblage tech-niques, combined with a range of textural acrylic Golden products. Students should bring a range of acrylic brushes and palette knives, paper towels, and two 8" x 10" canvases. □ Instructor Sandra Bacon □ $75□ Sat Sept 25 ► 10a-4p

■ Layers and Imagery (Ages 18+)Using their own imagery, students will create an acrylic painting using materials as meta-phor. Techniques covered include: glazing, distressing, ageing, tinting, fossilizing and layer-ing pattern and text onto the surface using transfer. Students should bring color copies of artwork, patterns or drawings, paper towels, acrylic brushes, palette knives and two 8" x 10" canvases. Golden paints will be provided. □ Instructor Sandra Bacon □ $75□ Sat Oct 16 ► 10a-4p

■ Creative Ladies Night Out Schedule a night with five or more of your girl friends for a Creative Ladies Night out. We will make two small art projects while enjoying appetizers and refreshments. Project ideas include: Handmade envelopes, postcard plaques, decoupage bottles, wired hanging bottles/bud vases, photo frames, silverware charms, small accordion books, or recycled wool flower pins. Projects to be determined at class registration. Refreshments include water and non-alcoholic beverages. Appetizers will be an assortment of chips, dips and sweets. □ Instructor Sharon P. Sychta □ $50 □ Date ► to be mutually agreed upon at time of registration.

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Letter from the Director of Education:

Water Street celebrates one year in our permanent home this September and anniversaries provide the time for reflec- tion, celebration, and future envisioning. I am astounded by what a group of talented artists and community friends have accomplished over the past twelve months and look forward to all that lies ahead. A special thank you to the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. Their generous grant allowed us to purchase electric pottery wheels, ceramic tools, welding equipment, and a projector. New classes on the potter’s wheel and welding are a welcome addition to our class line-up.

We are lucky to have Jeannie McGuire joining Water Street this November for a three-day figurative watercolor work-shop. McGuire is the featured artist in the August 2010 edition of Watercolor Artist Magazine and is flying in from Pittsburgh to join the School of Art. Her fresh approach to character development and persona is sure to inspire many!

Don’t forget about Awesome Art Afternoons from 1-3p every Sunday. These afternoons are a great way to bond with your family over art and the best part – it’s FREE! We have a lot to offer this trimester and I hope to see you around the studios.

Kari KrausDirector of Education630.761.9977kari_l_kraus@sbcglobal.netBatavia’s Art Center

160 S. Water St.Batavia, IL 60510 waterstreetstudios.com

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our community by becoming a Corporate Partner or a Water Street Studios Member.

If you would like to become a Member, or your company would like to become a Corporate Partner, contact Jim Kirkhoff, Water Street Studios Development Director for information 630.761.9977.

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Director of Education via kari_l_kraus@sbcglobal.net.

Interested in teaching at Water Street Studios? Artists/teachers please visit us online www.waterstreetstudios.com to obtain a teacher application and a class proposal form.Please note: deadline for fall class submissions is Friday, Oct. 1, 2010.

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RegistrationTo register, complete the registration form located in the center of this booklet and mail or deliver to:

Water Street Studios, School of Art 160 S. Water St. Batavia, IL 60510 Please make checks payable to: Batavia Artists Association.

Water Street Studios is located at 160 S. Water Street by the corner of First and Water Streets in the heart of downtown Batavia, Illinois. We are less than one block south east of the Batavia Public Library. Please direct any questions to Kari Kraus,

Through generous support, Community Outreach fully funded 10 art classesfor 15 children during the Winter 2010 and Summer 2010 trimesters. The classes chosen were very diverse and included hand building clay sculpture, drawing, photography, and on of our popular Star Wars classes among others. Water Street Studios also provided a summer program at Batavia Appartments through the Community Outreach program. For more information about Community Outreach or if you are interested in helping to support the program, please contact Jim Kirkhoff, Development Director Water Street Studios, 630.761.9977.

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vision is to have a central location for artists to

rent affordable space and develop their craft all while having a network of

support and inspiration from their

neighboring artists. Add to this, the ability to

interact with the community through

shows, classes, workshops, projects, events...

the potential for a shared creativity is

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