Lillstreet Art Center Fall 2012 Catalogue

Hello, Friends! Welcome to Lillstreet Art Center. Artists of all backgrounds, from novice to master, can find a place to learn inside our welcoming community. We began as an alternative arts space in a converted horse barn on Lill Street in 1975 and gradually evolved in to Chicago’s largest art center with 40,000 square feet to explore and create. We encourage you to spend time, interact, and learn more about our 8 departments, 50 plus studios, gallery, and artisan gift shop. Our classes, workshops, and camps provide hands-on experiences for individuals of all ages to discover and develop their creative potential. In addition to 5 and 10-week class sessions every year, we bring in visiting artists from all over the world every month to conduct workshops in an effort to augment the artistic education at Lillstreet. Don›t hesitate to bring your friends as we frequently host teambuilding sessions, private art parties, and other group outings. Looking to become more involved in cultural events with us? We regularly host gallery openings, First Fridays, parties, lectures, and many other community events throughout the year to help Lillstreet stay connected to the neighborhood and the wider Chicago population. Inside our departments, meet the instructors, department heads, and artists-in-residence who provide mentorship to our students. Our Artist-in-Residence program offers working artists an opportunity to grow in their own medium, while offering inspiration, assistance, and new perspective to students. This fall we are excited to offer new classes, thrilling events, and dynamic exhibitions to make your experience more enjoyable. We are grateful for your involvement and contribution to our community, and look forward to learning and creating with you as we continue to bring art to Chicago. Please let us know how we can make your experience at Lillstreet the most enjoyable as possible and we hope you have a fantastic class.

Bruce Robbins, Chief Executive OfficerEric Tschetter, Executive DirectorJulia Zema, Director of Marketing & CommunicationsJessica Mott Wickstrom, Gallery DirectorPam Robinson, Director of Education ProgrammingMichelle Starbuck Amos, Office & Customer Service ManagerClaire Hurwitz, Community Outreach & Special Events ManagerBarbara Kurtz, Custom Class & Administrative AssistantAbi Gonzales, Custom Class Coordinator & Studio MemberJoe Tighe, Membership CoordinatorAndy Rohr, Graphic Designer

First Time Artists

Ceramics

Metalsmithing & Jewelry

Glass

Textiles

Printmaking

Painting & Drawing

Digital Arts & Photography

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4401 N. RavenswoodChicago, IL 60640

773.769.4226

www.lillstreet.com

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HoST YouR• Company Meeting

• Brainstorming Session

• Ideation Session

• Team-building outing

• Board Meeting

• Group Retreat

• Private Party

• Birthday Party

• Bachelor/Bachelorette

• Bridal/Wedding Shower

CONTACT:Special Events Manager, Claire Hurwitz

is available for evening rentals(standing capacity 75)

It’s a perfect spot to spark conversation and mingle.

GRouP EvEnTS BEGIn AT $45 PER PERSon foR A TWo-HouR ExPERIEnCE.

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THE LILLSTREET GALLERY

Whether you come to LiLLstreet to bond with your co-workers, innovate with your business team, or celebrate a special event with friends, you’ll leave inspired to take your creativity to the next level. Private groups can soak up the artistic experience during ateam- building workshop, company meeting or private art party.

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Beginning Wheelthrowing, 10am-1pm

Home & Garden Pottery,1:30-4:30pm

Beginning Wheelthrowing, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Handbuilder, 7-10pm

Saggar Firings, 7-10pm

Tie Your Art to the Earth, 7-10pm

Advanced Wheelthrowing, 7-10pm

First-Time Potter, 10am-1pm

Intermediate Wheelthrowing, 10am-1pm

Beginning Handbuilding, 1:30-4:30pm

Intermediate Wheelthrowing, 6:30-9:30pm

Beginning Wheelthrowing, 7-10pm

Beginning Handbuilding, 7-10pm

Small Figures & Dolls, 7-10pm


Advanced Handbuilding, 10am-1pm

Metal Meets Clay, 6:30-9:30pm


Advanced Handbuilding, 7-10pm

Individual Voice (Adv. Soda), 7-10pm

Arts & Crafts, 10am-1pm


Figure Sculpture, 3-6pm

First-Time Potter, 7-10pm

Simply Soda, 7-10pm

Tile Making, 7-10pm



Advanced Topics, 10am-1pm



Figure Sculpture, 10am-1pm

Advanced Wheelthrowing, 10am-1pm

Simple Soda, 11am-2pm


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Beginning Metalsmithing,11am-2pm

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 2-5pm

First-Time Enameling, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Beginning Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm

Working with Wax & Casting, 6:30-9:30pm

Exploring Enameling, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Multilevel Metalsmithing, 1-4pm

Quick Study: Metalsmithing, 4-5:30pm

Fabricated Settings for Stones, 6:30-9:30pm


Ring-A-Week, 6:30-9:30pm

Chainmaille, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Metals for Young Adults, 4-6pm

Beginnning Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm

Intermediate Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm

Powder Coating, 6:30-9:30pm


Intermediate Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm

Beginning Metalsmithing, 2-5pm

Working with Wax & Casting, 2-5pm

First-Time Jeweler, 6:30-9:30pm

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm

Forging & Forming, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Jeweler, 10am-1pm


Date Night, 6:30-9:30pm

Beginning Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm

Family Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm


Metal Clay Stone Setting, 10am-1pm (II)

Etching, 2-5pm

Chains of Steel, 2-5pm (I)

Resin, 2-5pm (I)

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm

Boxes & Lockets, 10am-1pm



Working with Wax and Casting, 2-5pm

First-Time Jeweler, 5-8pm

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Glass Survey, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

All Levels Glass Beadmaking (II), 6:30-9:30pm

Glass Fusing, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Glass Casting, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

First-Time Glass Beadmaking, 2-5pm

Glass Survey, 6:30-9:30pm

Friday Night Workshops, 6:30-9:30pm

Workshops

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Quilt Design, 11am-2pm

Quick Study in Printing on Fabric, 4-5:30pm

Beginning Embroidery, 6:30-9:30 (I)

Embroidery Projects, 6:30-9:30 (II)

Introduction to Textiles, 6:30-9:30

First-Time Sewing, 6:30-9:30pm

Dye Survey, 6:30-9:30pm

Sew Your Own Messenger Bag,4-5:30pm (Ages 10-14)

Mastering Inks, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to Sergers Workshop

Crash Course in Sewing Machine Feet

Multilevel Sewing Projects, 6:30-9:30pm Repeat Patterns for Textiles,10am-1pm

First-Time Quilting, 10am-1pm

Garment Construction, 2-5pm

Printing Workshops

Radical Weaving, 10am-1pm

Sculptural Felt, 10am-1pm

First-Time Sewing, 2-5pm

First-Time Screenprinting on Fabric, 2-5pm

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First-Time Screenprinting on Paper,2-5pm

Screenprint Posters, 6:30-9:30pm First-Time Screenprinting on Paper, 5-8pm

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Botanical Illustration, 10am-1pm

First-Time Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm)

First-Time Painter, 6:30-9:30pm

Alla Prima Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Portrait Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Drawing & Painting Animals, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to the Portrait and Figure,10am-1pm

First-Time Drawing into Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Human Anatomy, 6:30-9:30pm

Understanding Color, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Drawing into Painting, 10am-1pm

Problem Solving for Oil Painters, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Intermediate Oil Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Figure Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Abstract Painting Studio,10am-1pm

Learning from the Masters, 10am-1pm

Collage, 2-5pm

Encaustic Painting, 2-5pm

First-Time Drawing, 10am-1pm

Introduction to the Portrait and Figure, 10am-1pm

Experimental Still-Life Painting,10am-1pm

First-Time Portrait Drawing, 2-5pm

Beginning to Intermediate Watercolor, 2-5pm

Drawing & Painting the Nude Figure, 2-5pm

First-Time Painter, 10am-1pm

Beginning Drawing, 10am-1pm

Landscape Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 2-5pm

Beginning Oil Painting, 2-5pm


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Beginning Photoshop, 10am-1pm (I)

Intermediate Photoshop, 10am-1pm (II)

Beginning Digital Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Night & Astro Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

How to Photograph Artwork, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Beginning Digital Photography, 10am-1pm

Digital Tools for Artists, 6:30-9:30pm

Portrait Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Studio Lighting, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Digital Graphic Design, 10am-1pm

Travel Photography: Chicago, 10am-1:30pm

First-Time Digital Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Advanced Digital Photography, 7-10pm

Crash Courses, 9:30am-1:30pm

First-Time Digital Photography, 10am-1pm

First-Time Lightroom, 2-5pm

Architectural Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to Web Design, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Advanced Web Design, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Beginning Illustrator, 10am-1pm

Intermediate Illustrator,10am-1pm (II)

Experimental Drawn Animation,6:30-9:30pm




How to Photograph Artwork, 2-5pm (I)

Beginning Digital Photography,2-5pm

First-Time Studio Lighting, 2-5pm (II)

Landscape Photography, 10am-1pm (I)

Urban Landscape Photography, 10am-1pm (II)

Street Photography, 10am-1pm

Crash Courses, 1-5pm

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Home & Garden Pottery,1:30-4:30pm

Beginning Wheelthrowing, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Handbuilder, 7-10pm

Saggar Firings, 7-10pm

Tie Your Art to the Earth, 7-10pm

Advanced Wheelthrowing, 7-10pm



Beginning Handbuilding, 1:30-4:30pm

Intermediate Wheelthrowing, 6:30-9:30pm



Small Figures & Dolls, 7-10pm


Advanced Handbuilding, 10am-1pm



Advanced Handbuilding, 7-10pm

Individual Voice (Adv. Soda), 7-10pm

Arts & Crafts, 10am-1pm


Figure Sculpture, 3-6pm

First-Time Potter, 7-10pm

Simply Soda, 7-10pm

Tile Making, 7-10pm



Advanced Topics, 10am-1pm



Figure Sculpture, 10am-1pm

Advanced Wheelthrowing, 10am-1pm

Simple Soda, 11am-2pm


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Beginning Metalsmithing,11am-2pm

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 2-5pm

First-Time Enameling, 6:30-9:30pm (I)


Working with Wax & Casting, 6:30-9:30pm

Exploring Enameling, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Multilevel Metalsmithing, 1-4pm

Quick Study: Metalsmithing, 4-5:30pm

Fabricated Settings for Stones, 6:30-9:30pm


Ring-A-Week, 6:30-9:30pm

Chainmaille, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Metals for Young Adults, 4-6pm

Beginnning Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm


Powder Coating, 6:30-9:30pm




Working with Wax & Casting, 2-5pm

First-Time Jeweler, 6:30-9:30pm

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 6:30-9:30pm

Forging & Forming, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Jeweler, 10am-1pm


Date Night, 6:30-9:30pm

Beginning Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm

Family Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm


Metal Clay Stone Setting, 10am-1pm (II)

Etching, 2-5pm

Chains of Steel, 2-5pm (I)

Resin, 2-5pm (I)

Advanced Beginning Metalsmithing, 10am-1pm

Boxes & Lockets, 10am-1pm



Working with Wax and Casting, 2-5pm

First-Time Jeweler, 5-8pm

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Glass Survey, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

All Levels Glass Beadmaking (II), 6:30-9:30pm

Glass Fusing, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Glass Casting, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

First-Time Glass Beadmaking, 2-5pm

Glass Survey, 6:30-9:30pm

Friday Night Workshops, 6:30-9:30pm

Workshops

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Quilt Design, 11am-2pm

Quick Study in Printing on Fabric, 4-5:30pm

Beginning Embroidery, 6:30-9:30 (I)

Embroidery Projects, 6:30-9:30 (II)

Introduction to Textiles, 6:30-9:30

First-Time Sewing, 6:30-9:30pm

Dye Survey, 6:30-9:30pm

Sew Your Own Messenger Bag,4-5:30pm (Ages 10-14)

Mastering Inks, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to Sergers Workshop

Crash Course in Sewing Machine Feet

Multilevel Sewing Projects, 6:30-9:30pm Repeat Patterns for Textiles,10am-1pm

First-Time Quilting, 10am-1pm

Garment Construction, 2-5pm

Printing Workshops

Radical Weaving, 10am-1pm

Sculptural Felt, 10am-1pm

First-Time Sewing, 2-5pm

First-Time Screenprinting on Fabric, 2-5pm

P r i n T M A k i n Gp a g e 2 1

First-Time Screenprinting on Paper,2-5pm

Screenprint Posters, 6:30-9:30pm First-Time Screenprinting on Paper, 5-8pm

P A i n T i n G &d r A W i n Gp a g e 2 2

Botanical Illustration, 10am-1pm

First-Time Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm)

First-Time Painter, 6:30-9:30pm

Alla Prima Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Portrait Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Drawing & Painting Animals, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to the Portrait and Figure,10am-1pm

First-Time Drawing into Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Human Anatomy, 6:30-9:30pm

Understanding Color, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Drawing into Painting, 10am-1pm

Problem Solving for Oil Painters, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Intermediate Oil Painting, 6:30-9:30pm

Figure Drawing, 6:30-9:30pm

Abstract Painting Studio,10am-1pm

Learning from the Masters, 10am-1pm

Collage, 2-5pm


First-Time Drawing, 10am-1pm

Introduction to the Portrait and Figure, 10am-1pm

Experimental Still-Life Painting,10am-1pm

First-Time Portrait Drawing, 2-5pm

Beginning to Intermediate Watercolor, 2-5pm

Drawing & Painting the Nude Figure, 2-5pm

First-Time Painter, 10am-1pm

Beginning Drawing, 10am-1pm

Landscape Painting, 10am-1pm

Beginning Acrylic Painting, 2-5pm

Beginning Oil Painting, 2-5pm


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Beginning Digital Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Night & Astro Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

How to Photograph Artwork, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Beginning Digital Photography, 10am-1pm

Digital Tools for Artists, 6:30-9:30pm

Portrait Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

First-Time Studio Lighting, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Digital Graphic Design, 10am-1pm

Travel Photography: Chicago, 10am-1:30pm

First-Time Digital Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Advanced Digital Photography, 7-10pm

Crash Courses, 9:30am-1:30pm


First-Time Lightroom, 2-5pm

Architectural Photography, 6:30-9:30pm

Introduction to Web Design, 6:30-9:30pm (I)

Advanced Web Design, 6:30-9:30pm (II)

Beginning Illustrator, 10am-1pm

Intermediate Illustrator,10am-1pm (II)

Experimental Drawn Animation,6:30-9:30pm




How to Photograph Artwork, 2-5pm (I)

Beginning Digital Photography,2-5pm

First-Time Studio Lighting, 2-5pm (II)

Landscape Photography, 10am-1pm (I)

Urban Landscape Photography, 10am-1pm (II)

Street Photography, 10am-1pm

Crash Courses, 1-5pm

REGISTER ToDAY! vISIT WWW.LILLSTREET.CoM oR CALL 773.769.4226 5

Sign up Early and Save!$20 off 10-week classes & $10 off 5-week classeswhen paid in full by August 20.

noT SuRE WHERE To START?

Explore a new medium in a no-pressure environment. Each of our adult departments offers five-week introductory classes for be-ginning students with no previous experience. Get comfortable with the basics before you decide on a full-length class! Some materials are included, and you’ll have ac-cess to open studio during your class.

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fIRST-TIME PoTTER see PAGe 08Not ready for a 10-week commit-ment? Try your hand at a variety of clay techniques, and learn the basics of handbuilding and wheelthrowing.

Tuesday 10am-1pmThursday 7-10pmSunday 10am-1pm$165, Members $160

$20 Ceramic Tool Kit

fIRST-TIME HAnDBuILDERsee PAGe 08Using slabs and coils, learn hand-building techniques to make pots. Techniques include molds, slab roller, and extruder.

Monday 7-10pm$165, Members $160

$20 Ceramic Tool Kit

fIRST-TIME JEWELERsee PAGe 12This class is designed for begin-ning jewelers who want to sample basic skills. Saw piercing, textur-ing, cold connections, and a sol-dered band ring will be covered. A materials kit is required and is available for purchase from the instructor on the first day of class. Silver and additional materials may be purchased from the in-structor.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Friday 10am-1pm Sunday 5-8pm$165 Members $160

$10 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME EnAMELInGsee PAGe 12Create beautiful decorative art and jewelry designs by kiln-firing colorful powdered glass enamels onto copper. No previous art ex-perience is required. Students will learn basic enameling techniques and acquire a range of skills to create their own vibrantly colored designs for the projects of their choice. Copper sheet and pre-cut shapes are available from the in-structor.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm (Session I only)$165, Members $160

$20 Materials Fee

fIRST-TIME GLASS BEADMAKInGsee PAGe 17Make beautiful glass beads on the torch using basic techniques for shaping and surface design. This workshop will concentrate on providing students with solid technical groundwork for further development. Instruction will also be given on how to create a simple necklace or a pair of ear-rings. Materials fee includes tools, mandrels, and assorted glass col-ors. No experience required.

Thursday 2-5pm $180, Members $175

$35 Materials fee

nEW! fIRST-TIME DRAWInG InTo PAInTInGsee PAGe 22This introductory class will combine basic drawing with the fundamentals of painting. It will begin by introducing the student to line, value and composition and how they combine to compose a successful drawing. They will then use this experience to see how those visual building blocks trans-late into painting introducing the student to the basic tools used in acrylic painting and their use in composing and executing a paint-ing. Purchase your beginning kit on the first night.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Thursday 10am-1pm $165, Members $160

$35 BeginningPainting & Drawing Kit

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fIRST-TIME DRAWInGsee PAGe 22This entry-level class is for those with little or no drawing experi-ence. Learn the use of value, line, and proportion to create realistic drawings. Purchase your begin-ning drawing kit on the first night.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Saturday 10am-1pm $165, Members $160

$15 Beginning Drawing Kit

fIRST-TIME PAInTERsee PAGe 22This class will introduce you step by step to the process of painting. Starting with an introduction to the basic materials, students will learn how to use brushes and paint together to begin, develop and finish a painting so even a novice will find success in this di-rect and engaging class. Purchase your beginning painting kit on the first night.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Tuesday 10am-1pm Sunday 10am-1pm $165, Members $160

$35 Beginning Painting Kit

fIRST-TIME PoRTRAIT DRAWInGsee PAGe 22This entry-level course is designed for those students with little or no experience. The primary focus is placement and how the various facial features come into play in creating a portrait drawing. Sup-ply kits and additional materials available for purchase.

Saturday 2-5pm $180, Members $175

fIRST-TIME SEWInGsee PAGe 18Perfect for someone who doesn’t know how to thread a machine or stray from the straight stitch. This class gives formal instruction on how to operate a sewing ma-chine, basic techniques and sew-ing vocabulary. Sewing machines provided. Thread and notions provided with materials fee.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm Sunday 2-5pm $165, Members $160

$15 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME QuILTInGsee PAGe 18Dive in and gain hands-on expe-rience in all the steps required to make a fully functional quilt. Students will be encouraged to experiment and get creative with patterns and color. We will cover six block patterns and create a quilted hot-mitt out of our fa-vorite two blocks. Slide lectures and instructions on how to plan larger future projects will also be included. Material provided on first day. Students may wish to supplement fabric for subsequent classes. Thread and most notions provided with materials fee.

Saturday 10am-1pm $165, Members $160

$15 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME SCREEnPRInTInG on fABRICsee PAGe 18Combine stencil and photo-emul-sion techniques to create layered, multi-colored prints. Learn how to transfer drawings and designs onto loose yardage and fabric blanks. Perfect class for beginners who want to make and sell work in Lillstreet’s Holiday Party and Art Fair. New aluminum screens and UV vacuum exposure unit make hand-silkscreening faster and easier! Materials fee includes most materials.

Sunday 2-5pm $165, Members $160

$25 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME SCREEnPRInTInG on PAPERsee PAGe 21Prepare a screen and print an image using stencils and photo-emulsion. Perfect class for begin-ners who want to make and sell work in Lillstreet’s Holiday Party and Art Fair. Most equipment and some paper provided, and UV vacuum exposure unit make ex-posing a screen faster and easier! Materials fee includes most mate-rials.

Tuesday 2-5pm Sunday 5-8pm $165, Members $160

$20 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME DIGITAL PHoToGRAPHYsee PAGe 25Before that new digital camera be-comes an expensive paperweight, learn how it works and how to make beautiful images with it. We’ll use easy technical explana-tions, shooting exercises, and a review of student images to teach you how to find, compose, and capture compelling photographs. Camera with manual settings re-quired, DSLR preferred. Please bring a small flash drive.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmThursday 10am-1pmSaturday 10am-1pm$190, Members $185

fIRST-TIME STuDIo LIGHTInGsee PAGe 25Good lighting is often the differ-ence between an average photo-graph and a great one. Serious photographers like to control their light in a professional studio. This course will teach you the basic concepts of studio lighting design, and give you hands-on instruction with hot lights, strobes, soft boxes, colored gels, and reflectors. Stu-dents will light their own portraits and table top set-ups.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm (Session II only)

Saturday 2-5pm (Session II only)$190, Members $185

fIRST-TIME LIGHTRooMsee PAGe 26Lightroom is powerful and af-fordable software for enhancing photographs, cataloging, printing, and more. In this overview class you’ll learn how to organize, de-velop, and print your images. See why professional photographers everywhere are hooked on Light-room. This is a perfect follow-up to First-Time Digital Photography or can be taken on its own. Basic computer skills required.

Thursday 2-5pm$190, Members $185

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LI L LS TRE E T ’ S long-established clay department offers classes for all skill levels in wheelthrowing, handbuilding, and sculpture. Advanced students can fine-tune their work or experiment with soda fireing.

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over 200glaze combinations, firing, & state-of-the-art equipment in our generous open studio hours. 10-week classes including 25 pounds of clay.

BEGInnER / ADvAnCED BEGInnERfIRST-TIME PoTTER(5 WeeKs)

Not ready for a 10-week commit-ment? Try your hand at a variety of clay techniques, and learn the basics of handbuilding and wheelthrowing. This class is not a prerequisite for the 10-week Beginning Wheelthrowing or Handbuilding classes. Beginning students should plan to purchase a clay tool kit at Lillstreet ($20). Includes 12 pounds of clay.

Tuesday 10am-1pmKaren Avery

Session I: September 11

Session II: October 16Thursday 7-10pmRobert Smith

Session I: Starts September 13

Session II: Starts October 18

Sunday 10am-1pmSession I: Starts September 16

Session II: Starts October 21Mary Drabik

$165, Members $160

fIRST-TIME HAnDBuILDER(5 WeeKs)

Not ready for the 10-week com-mitment? Using slabs and coils, learn handbuilding techniques to make pots. Techniques include molds, slab roller, and extruder. This is not a prerequisite for the 10-week Beginning Handbuild-ing classes. Beginning students should plan to purchase a clay tool kit at Lillstreet ($20). Includes 12 pounds of clay.

Monday 7-10pmSession I: Starts September 10

Session II: Starts October 15Mary Drabik

$165, Members $160

METAL MEETS CLAY(10 WeeKs)

Learn to create unique functional and/or sculptural works by com-bining metal and clay. Projects such as tea strainers, bowls and small sculpture can be created. Students are encouraged to bring their own ideas and will be shown a variety of techniques though demonstrations. In ceramics, basic hand building techniques such as coiling, pinch pot, slab construction and various surface techniques will be covered. The metals component will introduce students to saw piercing, cold connections, light torch work and basic forging techniques. In addition, students will be able to incorporate other found materials into their works. Additional mate-rials may be purchased from the instructor.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmMichelle Sallemi & Mary DrabikStarts September 12

$360, members $350

$10 Metals Kit Fee

$20 Clay Kit Fee

BEGInnInG/ADvAnCED BEGInnInG WHEELTHRoWInG(10 WeeKs)

Explore the mystery of the potter’s wheel and develop fundamental pot- throwing techniques. Re-turning students can refine their technique and create more com-plex forms. Beginning students should plan to purchase a clay tool kit at Lillstreet ($20).

Monday 10am-1pmLes OrensteinStarts September 10

Monday 6:30-9:30pmJayson LawferStarts September 10

Tuesday 7-10pmGary JacksonStarts September 11

Wednesday 10am-1pmKaren AveryStarts September 12

Wednesday 7-10pmDavid and Sharon HartshorneStarts September 12

Saturday 10am-1pmCatherine TweedieStarts September 15

Sunday 2-5pmDavid TrostStarts September 16

$330, Members $320


BEGInnInG/ADvAnCED BEGInnInG HAnDBuILDInG(10 WeeKs)

Whether your aim is functional or sculptural ceramics, master the basics and learn ways to work with slabs, coils and pinching to create virtually anything you can dream up. Beginning students should plan to purchase a clay tool kit at Lillstreet ($20).

Tuesday 1:30-4:30pmLisa HarrisStarts September 11

Tuesday 7-10pmMarjorie WoodruffStarts September 11

Saturday 1-4pmJoanna PikeStarts September 15

$330, Members $320

MuLTILEvEL, InTERMEDIATE AnD ADvAnCEDHoME & GARDEn PoTTERY(10 WeeKs)

Work independently and in col-laboration with the instructor and classmates on home and garden projects.

Monday 1:30-4:30pmKaren AveryStarts September 10

$360, Members $350

HAnDBuILDInG: TIE YouR ART To THE EARTH(10 WeeKs)

Consider the artwork you are drawn to handbuild in clay. How does it relate or respond to the earth–its rhythms, myths, stories, dreams, totems, human nature, or even the clay itself? Learn how to build structures and do surface carving and textures that represent your ideas. Basic handbuilding techniques will be taught. Individual attention will be given to problems of technique as they arise. Dialogue among class members at each stage of the process will enrich the overall experience.

Monday 7-10pmCorinne PetersonStarts September 10

$360, Members $350

SAGGAR fIRInG(10 WeeKs)

A saggar is a refractory (fire re-sistant) container, used by the Chinese centuries ago to keep impurities such as fly ash off fine porcelain work. Today, artists are using saggars to fill with organic combustible materials and metal salts which give rich surfaces created by smoke, fire, draft and chance. There is always more to explore with this intriquing method of firing and results will beg more experimentation. This class is for the intermediate to advanced student.

Monday 7-10pmPatty KochaverStarts September 10

$360, Members $350

SMALL fIGuRES AnD DoLLS(10 WeeKs)

This class is all about using the figure creatively and sculpting “outside the box”. Applying a basic knowledge of the figure, stu-dents may choose to create a static fantasy sculpture or add kinetic elements to their work through figure articulation. It’s all about playing. All levels welcome.

Tuesday 7-10pmRobin PowerStarts September 11

$360, Members $350

InTERMEDIATE WHEELTHRoWInG(10 WeeKs)

Design your own pots and develop a personal aesthetic, while learn-ing techniques to make complex forms. Weekly demos and trying new glaze combinations will help you to develop a signature look.

Tuesday 10am-1pmLisa HarrisStarts September 11

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmKaren AveryStarts September 11

Thursday 10am-1pmPatty KochaverStarts September 13

Saturday 10am-1pmDavid TrostStarts September 15

$360, Members $350


Learn to create unique functional and/or sculptural works by com-bining metal and clay. Projects such as tea strainers, bowls and small sculpture can be created. Students are encouraged to bring their own ideas and will be shown a variety of techniques though demonstrations. In ceramics, basic hand building techniques such as coiling, pinch pot, slab construction and various surface techniques will be covered. The metals component will introduce students to saw piercing, cold connections, light torch work and basic forging techniques. In addition, students will be able to incorporate other found materi-als into their works. Additional materials may be purchased from the instructor. $10 metals kit fee, $20 clay kit fee.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmMary Drabik And Michelle SallemiStarts September 12

$360, Members $350

ADvAnCED WHEELTHRoWInG(10 WeeKs)

Demonstrations of more complex forms will encourage you to ex-pand your repertoire of pots and build confidence to throw taller and bigger, and to create pieces with nuance. Try new and more advanced glazing techniques in a class designed to help you create pots of your own design and aes-thetic.

Monday 7-10pmDavid TrostStarts September 10

New Time!Sunday 10am-1pmPatty KochaverStarts September 16

$360, Members $350

ADvAnCED HAnDBuILDInG(10 WeeKs)

Increase your clay skills while building functional and sculptural objects. Weekly demonstrations will teach you more complex tech-niques to manipulate clay and al-low you to develop your handbuilt work.

Wednesday 10am-1pm Joanna PikeStarts September 12

Wednesday 7-10pmDavid TrostStarts September 12

$360, Members $350

ARTS & CRAfTS(10 WeeKs)

Explore the arts and crafts move-ment of the last century. We will look at examples of patterns, tiles, and embellished vase forms noted potteries such as Teco, Pewabic, and Rookwood.

Thursday 10am–1pmLisa HarrisStarts September 13

$360, Members $350

SIMPLY SoDA: BEGInnInG SoDA(10 WeeKs)

Be prepared for flashes of color, textured surfaces and the excite-ment of unpredictable results. You’ll make pots for the soda kiln, and weekly wheelthrowing or handbuilding demonstrations will increase your knowledge of more complex forms. You’ll also learn the uses of soda slips and glazes, and the class will make the soda firing process accessible and understandable. Participation in all stages of the process, includ-ing some kiln loading, introduc-tion to firing, and unloading outside of class time, is required. Prerequisite: at least one year of experience working with clay or instructor’s permission.

Thursday 7-10pmPatty Kochaver Starts September 13

New Time!Sunday 11am-2pmErik ZohnStarts September 16

$360, Members $350

$60 soda firing fee

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ADvAnCED ToPICS In SoDA fIRInG: InDIvIDuAL voICE(10 WeeKs)

Continue to develop a body of work with your individual voice or on glaze development, if that is your passion! This class will meet 5 times, every other week, for demonstrations as well as one-on-one time of encouragement and critique. The other weeks can be devoted to serious clay time or lab time in the Chemical Room. By permission only, from Karen. Participation in all stages of the process, including some kiln load-ing, firing, and unloading outside of class time, is required. Prereq-uisite: two Simply Soda classes.

Wednesday 7-10pmCharles Jahn Starts September 12

$360, Members $350

$60 soda firing fee

TILE MAKInG(10 WeeKs)

Learn what the ancients knew – how to make beautiful decorative ceramic tile. Learn to sculpt for high relief tiles, make molds to reproduce tiles, and other inter-esting techniques. For beginner to advanced students.

Thursday 7-10pmMike SkierschStarts September 13

$360, Members $350

fIGuRE SCuLPTuRE(10 WeeKs)

Learn the basic anatomy land-marks of the human body, in-cluding proportions, along with distinctions, like ethnicity and gender. Students will start with basic geometric forms and learn to sculpt the human body. Model fee will be collected in class.

Thursday 3-6pmSergio CeronStarts September 13

$360, Members $350

fIGuRE SCuLPTuRE: WoRKInG CREATIvELY(10 WeeKs)

Working from nude model stu-dents will use their knowledge of human anatomy to work creatively. Pushing the limits of surface muscles, skeletal structure and figure proportions students may choose to sculpt a full figure, head or torso. Building techniques problem solving, observational skills, internal armature, human expression and gesture will be emphasized. Special attention will be given to traditional and untra-ditional finishing techniques for sculpture.

Sunday, 10am–1pmRobin PowerStarts September 16

$360, Members $350

$40 model fee

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This class is designed primarily for students who want to develop specific ideas, refine techniques, and pursue independent projects.

Saturday 10am-1pmLisa HarrisStarts September 15

$360, Members $350

CHooSE fIvE(5 WeeKs)

Choose five consecutive weeks within the term and an instruc-tor to offer individual tutelage for one hour per week. Fee does not include clay or open studio time outside of the five weeks. Ap-proval of the program coordina-tor, Karen Avery, required.

$275, Members $265

WoRKSHoPSGARDEn GnoMES(1 DAy)

Does your garden seem a little lonely? Does it seem like someone should be living there? Make your own garden gnome and decorate it with slips. We’ll high-fire gnomes so they can live in the garden all year.

Saturday, September 29, 2-5pmRobin Power

$45, Members $40


fIRE THIS KILn(1 DAy)

Turn the dials. Watch red heat glow. See the green flame. Learn the fundamentals of firing Lill-street’s Bailey kilns by firing your own and others’ glazed work. This is the first step toward un-derstanding the firing process and being able to fire the kilns at Lillstreet. Firing starts at 8am and usually lasts 13 hours.

Saturday, September 29 Karen Avery

$85, Members $80

DAY of THE DEAD: MExICAn SKuLLS (1 DAy) A Calaveras or skull is com-monly used for decoration during the Mexican Day of the Dead fes-tival on November 1st. They are frequently shown with marigold flowers and foliage and are gen-erally depicted as joyous, rather than mournful, to indicate a happy afterlife. The Mexican be-lief is that no dead soul likes to be thought of sadly, and that death should be a joyous occasion. Clay, tools, clays and firing included. No experience necessary, all ages welcome.

Saturday, October 6, 2-5pmRobin Power

$45, Members $40

WEAvInG CLAY(1 DAy)

Working with clay strips and coils students will create a simple shal-low woven basket bowl. Your may choose to add your personal touch with texture and glaze to your wo-ven bowl or leave it natural terra cotta color. All levels welcome.

Saturday, October 27, 2-4pmRobin Power

$35, Members $30

fEAR no GLAZE(1 DAy)

Use provided bisque or bring your own to try the cone 10 glaze com-binations you’ve always wondered about. Dem-onstrations will include learning to judge com-binations, creating test pieces, using the spray booth, and wax, brush, and scratch techniques.

Sunday, October 28, 1-3pmKaren Avery

$35, Members $30

CoRnuCoPIA(1 DAy)

The traditional cornu-copia is a horn shaped basket filled with fruit and vegetables. It is also a symbol of fertility, for-tune and abundance. In this workshop students may choose to make a traditional or non- tra-ditional cornucopia that depicts something more personal to the student. Work may be glazed or left natural terra cotta. All levels welcome.

Saturday, November 3, 2-4pmRobin Power

$35, Members $30

CERAMIC CRITIQuE(1 DAy)

Bring your sculptures or functional pottery to this critique. Learn how you might achieve your goals by talking about the next step to make that change. Come to discuss ce-ramics in a supportive atmosphere. Open to cur-rently enrolled Lillstreet students.

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$35, Members $30

foR MoRE InfoRMATIon oR To REGISTER vISIThttp://lillstreet.com/department/visiting-artist-workshop

l i l l s T r e e T ’ svisiting artist workshops are designed to provide supplemental information and education to student artists from within our community as well as from outside, bring a greater understanding of their processes and inspiration for beginners as well as seasoned artists

SAM CHunGSLAB DESIGn: MAKInG PouRInG foRMS

Sam will be using paper patterns with slabs to construct hand-built pouring forms. Over the course of two days, he will dem-onstrate the construction of a teapot, pitcher and ewer using customized paper templates. This process begins with sketch-ing forms and translating these two-dimensional ideas into templates that will then be used to create three-dimensional slab form. Drawing is a key component to the making of forms, so one’s creativity is only limited by the ability to draw. Almost any form can be realized with this process, whether it is a body, lid, spout or handle. Discussion will focus on how ideas for pouring forms can be generated from a variety of sources, in-cluding function, ergonomics, history and design. This process incorporates the more intuitive act of drawing with the more mechanical method of building with pre-determined parts. Additionally, he will discuss construction strategies that can simplify one’s approach to slab building.

saturday & sunday, september 15 & 16, 10am-5pm$125 Members/Non-Members if registered by August 20

$175 Members/Non-Members after August 20

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BEGInnER / ADvAnCED BEGInnERfIRST-TIME JEWELER(5 WeeKs)

This class is designed for begin-ning jewelers who want to sample basic skills. Saw piercing, textur-ing, cold connections, and a sol-dered band ring will be covered. A materials kit is required and is available for purchase from the instructor on the first day of class. Silver and additional materials may be purchased from the in-structor.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Alisa MillerSession I: Starts September 13

Session II: Starts October 18Friday 10am-1pmNeil KrausSession I: Starts September 14


Sunday 5-8pmSusan Franker


Session II: Starts October 21$165 Members $160

$10 Materials fee

fIRST TIME EnAMELInG(5 WeeKs)

Create beautiful decorative art and jewelry designs by kiln-firing colorful powdered glass enamels onto copper. No previous art ex-perience is required. Students will learn basic enameling techniques and acquire a range of skills to create their own vibrantly colored designs for the projects of their choice. Copper sheet and pre-cut shapes are available from the in-structor.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmMary LaskeySession I: Starts September 10

$165, Members $160

$20 Materials Fee

BEGInnInG METALSMITHInG(10 WeeKs)

Design and create jewelry in sil-ver, copper and brass. Learn basic skills such as sawing, texturing, soldering, and polishing. Students will also learn simple forming techniques and how to bezel set stones. A materials kit is required, and is available for purchase from the instructor on the first day of class.

Monday 11am-2pmRachelle StrombergStarts September 10

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Neil KrausStarts September 10

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmAlisa MillerStarts September 11

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Darlys EwoldtStarts September 12

Thursday 2-5pmMichelle SallemiStarts September 13

Friday 2-5pmNeil KrausStarts September 14

Saturday 10am-1pmAnne SchaferStarts September 15

Sunday 2-5pm Rachelle StrombergStarts September 16$330, Members $320$25 Materials Fee

ADvAnCED BEGInnInG METALSMITHInG(10 WeeKs)

In this class, students will be able to develop and achieve higher skill levels of design, soldering, stone setting and finishing. Students will also be able to explore pati-nas and other means of coloring metal. This class is perfect for stu-dents not yet comfortable enough to move into intermediate level or who have not taken a class in some time. Materials available for purchase from instructor.

Monday 2-5pmNeil KrausStarts September 10

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmSusan FrankerStarts September 13

Sunday 10am-1pmSusan FrankerStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

MAKe WeArAble PieCes oF ArT and learn to create unique designs in our four fully equipped classrooms Closed-toe shoes are required in the studio. Metals are available for sale during class time from the instructor or monitor. Giv-en fluctuating metals prices, all material costs are approximate and subject to change.

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CHAInMAILLE(5 WeeKs)

This comprehensive course covers several basic weaves, along with tips for “speedweaving.” You’ll see many samples and explore how slight variations change the look of the weave. Students will receive enough jump rings for 8 bracelets, some of which will be completed in class. This course covers the following weaves: Double Spi-ral, Wiggle, European 4-in-1 (Mesh), Rosettes, Byzantine, Box (Queen’s Chain), Japanese 12-in-2 (Japanese Lace) and Jens Pind. If you already know one or two of these weaves, you can still take the class and work on different varia-tions of the weave.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmKat Wisniewski

Session I: Starts September 11$165, Members $160

$55 Materials Fee


Learn to create unique functional and/or sculptural works by com-bining metal and clay. Projects such as tea strainers, bowls and small sculpture can be created. Students are encouraged to bring their own ideas and will be shown a variety of techniques though demonstrations. In ceramics, basic hand building techniques such as coiling, pinch pot, slab construction and various surface techniques will be covered. The metals component will introduce students to saw piercing, cold connections, light torch work and basic forging techniques. In addition, students will be able to incorporate other found materials into their works. Additional mate-rials may be purchased from the instructor.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmMichelle Sallemi & Mary DrabikStarts September 12

$360, members $350

$10 Metals Kit Fee

$20 Clay Kit Fee

A QuICK STuDY In METALSMITHInG(5 WeeKs)

Why should your child be the only one having fun? While they’re in class, you can be creating a pendant, ring, earrings, or small sculpture out of brass or copper. Learn basic metalsmithing tech-niques such as saw piercing, filing, texturing, and riveting. No experi-ence necessary. Silver is available for an additional fee.

Tuesday 4-5:30pmMichelle Sallemi


Session II: Starts October 16$135, Members $130

MuLTILEvELWoRKInG WITH WAx AnD CASTInG(10 WeeKs)

This multilevel class explores the three-dimensional possibilities of hard waxes for carving and soft waxes for modeling. Students can expect to complete two small pieces, such as rings, charms, or miniature sculptures. Two cast-ings will be done in class, and work also can be brought to a pro-duction caster for a nominal fee.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmPam RobinsonStarts September 10

Thursday 2-5pmNeil KrausStarts September 13

Sunday 2-5pmMike StrombergStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

RInG-A-WEEK(5 WeeKs)

Love rings? So do we! Challenge yourself to make five rings in five weeks. A new ring design and techniques will be demonstrated each week. Sawing, cold connec-tions, and soldering will be cov-ered. Prerequisite: One session of Beginning Metals. Materials are available for purchase from instructors.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmRachelle & Mike Stromberg

Session I: September 11

Session II: October 16$175, Members $170

DATE nIGHT: METALSMITHInG foR CouPLES(5 WeeKs)

Explore a new craft while spending time with your sweet-heart! Learn basic metalsmith-ing skills such as cutting, joining, texturing, and soldering metals. Leave with fabulous pieces of jewelry or small sculptures for you or your significant other. All skill levels welcome. $10 materials fee includes the basics; additional materials available for purchase.

Friday 6:30-9:30pmRachelle & Mike Stromberg



$10 Materials Fee

PoWDER CoATInG(5 WeeKs)

Add some color to your jewelry! Powder coating is a fun and eco-nomical way to enhance your brass or copper jewelry using color. Students will learn how to use the powder coating gun, layer colors, mask off patterns, and the best ways to fabricate work to be powder coated. A respirator is mandatory. You may bring your own or purchase one from the instructor on the first day of class.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmAlisa Miller



$25 Materials Fee

fAMILY METALSMITHInG(5 WeeKs)

Ages 10-14

Want a fun activity to do together? Have a hammering good time in this class, as you learn sawpierc-ing, texturing and cold connec-tions. Projects will include finger puppets, picture frames and stu-dents’ one-of-a-kind creations.

Saturday 10am-1pmMichelle Sallemi



RESIn(5 WeeKs)

Add interest and color to your jewelry by using resin. Learn techniques such as constructing base piece, mixing, coloring, ap-plication, embedding objects, cur-ing, safety tips, and finishing.

Prerequisite:Beginning Metalsmithing.

Saturday 2-5pmKarla Wheeler


ExPLoRInG EnAMELInG(5 WeeKs)

Enameling is the ancient art of fusing colorful powdered glass onto copper to create decorative art and jewelry designs. In this multi-level class students will learn the fundamentals of the enameling process beginning with preparing metal surfaces, sifting and wet inlay applications and using stencils to create layered color effects with transparent and opaque glass. Once students have mastered the basics, they’ll progress to more advanced tra-ditional kiln-fired techniques such as basse taille, champlevé, sgraffito, en ronde bosse, limoges, paillon and cloisonné. Students of all levels are welcome to enliven their small-scale art and jewelry projects while learning the won-derful art of enameling. Metal is available for purchase from the instructor.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmMary Laskey


$40 Materials Fee

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ETCHInG(5 WeeKs)

This class will explore exciting ways to add texture to metal. You will be able to work with your own drawings or copyright free designs by experimenting with two tech-niques to image-transfer the de-signs. We’ll begin with “low-tech” options by using readily available etchant solutions and direct draw-ing methods and work up to photo etching with nitric acid solutions to etch sterling silver, brass and copper.

Prerequisite:Beginning level metalsmithing or first-time jeweler.

Materials not included. Metal and etching paper available for pur-chase from the instructor.

Saturday 2-5pmMichelle Sallemi



CHAInS of STEEL(4 WeeKs)

Explore the use of steel as an affordable, lightweight, alter-native material for a variety of chains. Experiment with different soldering and riveting methods with 20g-10g steel wires. Person-alize your chains with non-toxic finishing techniques and added accents of your choice. All levels are welcome.

Steel will be included in your materials fee. You are welcome to bring other metals (silver, brass, copper) and found materials. Ad-ditional materials will be available for purchase.

Saturday 2-5pmMaia Leppo


$20 Materials Fee

METALS foR YounG ADuLTSAges 10-16

(10 WeeKs)

This class is designed for young, aspiring jewelers who want to learn the basics of metalsmith-ing/jewelry making or improve the knowledge they already have. Saw-piercing, texturing, cold con-nections and a soldered band ring will be covered. Most materials included. Additional materials and silver may be purchased from instructor.

Wednesday 4-6pmMichelle SallemStarts September 12

$330, Members $320

InTERMEDIATE / ADvAnCEDInTERMEDIATE METALSMITHInG(10 WeeKs)

Build upon skills learned in Be-ginning Metals by working on projects that develop your ability to solder, create three-dimension-al forms, and set stones. Design, craftsmanship, and refining tech-niques will be discussed. This class is for advanced beginners who want to expand and hone their skills. Prerequisite: two ses-sions of Beginning Metalsmithing or instructor approval.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Heejin HwangStarts September 12

Thursday 10am-1pm Rachelle StrombergStarts September 13

Saturday 10am-1pm Pam RobinsonStarts September 15

Sunday 1:30-4:30pmDarlys EwoldtStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

MuLTILEvEL METALSMITHInG(10 WeeKs)

Students work independently on projects and receive individual-ized attention. This class focuses on the design and development of more advanced technical skills. Demonstrations and projects will be chosen during the first class. Prerequisite: two sessions of Be-ginning and one of Intermediate Metalsmithing or instructor’s permission.

Tuesday 1-4pm Pam RobinsonStarts September 11

$330, Members $320

foRGInG AnD foRMInG(10 WeeKs)

In this class students will learn basic forming and forging tech-niques to create organic shaped sculptural objects. In learning to manipulate copper sheet and wire, students will be able to cre-ate bowls, vases, flatware or small sculptures.

Prerequisite:Two sessions of Beginning Metal-smithing or instructor’s permis-sion. Materials may be purchased as needed.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmDarlys EwoldtStarts September 13

$330, Members $320

METAL CLAY STONE SETTING(5 WeeKs)

Take your metal clay to the next level by creating jewelry that includes your favorite gem-stones. We will set fireable and non-fireable stones with silver metal clay and fine silver. Settings will be created for cabochons and faceted stones. Metal clay, fine silver, and CZs are available for purchase. Students are welcome to bring their favorite gemstones and consult with instructors on setting them. This class is open to students that are advanced beginners to intermediate metal clay artists or those who have completed a beginning metal clay course.

Saturday 10am-1pmKatie Baum & Mary Ellen Giffels

Session II: Starts October 20$175, members $170

BoxES AnD LoCKETS(10 WeeKs)

Adorn your home and yourself with unique boxes or lockets to hold your special treasures! Learn to design and make in-triguing metal containers using various methods of construction, lids, mechanisms, and functions. Boxes that slide, hinge, move, and clasp will be introduced.

Prerequisite:Two sessions of Beginning Metal-smithing or instructor’s permis-sion.

Sunday 10am-1pmDarlys EwoldtStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

$25 Materials Fee

fABRICATED SETTInGS foR STonES In JEWELRY(10 WeeKs)

Students will learn how to fabri-cate settings for both faceted and cabochon cut stones. Bezels, tube bezels, step bezels, combination prong and bezel settings, gypsy settings, and basket settings will be covered. Students can also cre-ate settings for unusually shaped stones and found objects. Addi-tionally, bench tricks and setting tips, and making your own setting tools will be discussed. Students should bring cabochon stones to the first class. Metal will be avail-able for purchase from instructor.

Prerequisite:One intermediate metalsmithing class.

Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pmRhonda StormStarts September 11

$330, Members $320

ADvAnCED PERSIAn BRACELETS(1 DAy)

You will learn two Persian style weaves: Half Persian 4-in-1 and Half Persian 3-1. These weaves are great for both women’s & men’s style chains. Students may choose from aluminum, copper or brass jewelry for their project.

Prerequisite:Any 2 chainmaille bracelet classes.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmKat WisniewskiOctober 16$65, Members $60

$18 Materials Fee

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DuPLICATE DuETS BRACELETS(1 DAy)

This Byzantine variation bracelet has a very fluid movement. Learn how to manipulate this popular weave to look like a completely different pattern all together, while incorporating glass rings into the center!

Students may choose from Alumi-num, Copper or Jewelry Brass.

Prerequisite:Students must have taken at least 2 chainmaille classes.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmKat WisniewskiOctober 23 $65, Members $60

$14 Materials Fee

SPECIAL WoRKSHoPMICRo SPICuLuM/ MICRo AnTICLASTIC RAISInG/SYnCLASTIC SHELL foRMInG (3-DAy)

On a small scale, students will learn anticlastic, synclastic, and shell forming techniques using specially designed tools from NC Black Co. Students will fabricate a basic micro spiculum and can use that to create earrings and/or pendants. Basic synclastic shell forms will be demonstrated using the micro shell forming hammers and blocks. You will then be given an opportunity to fabricate a jew-elry object using all 3 techniques combined. The NC BLACK Team will walk you through the benefits of using this micro set and get you creating small, delicate forms with ease.

Tool sets available for use and purchase during the workshop.

Prerequisite: Beginning Metalsmithing class.

Students need to bring 1-6x6 piece of copper and/or NuGold(bronze). Additional materials will be avail-able for purchase.

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, September 14-16, 10am-5pmAndrea & Chuck Kennington

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5TH ANNUAL LILLSTREET INTERNATIONAL

AUGUST 17 – SEPTEMBER 14

Join us for the 5th annual lillstreet international a juried show open to artist submissions from across the world. For this year’s themed exhibition, juror Sandy Simon searched far and wide for “the perfect plate.”

artists included in the exhibition: Michael Ashley, Noel Bailey, Mariana Baquero, Amanda Barr, Clinton Berry, Anna Calluori Holcombe, Elise Delfield, Nick DeVries, Mike Gesiakowski, Jon Glabus, Mel Griffin, Sangeet Gupta, Todd Hayes, Tom Jaszczak, Jay Jensen, Jake Johnson, Kristen Kieffer, Lucien Koonce, Justin Lambert, Melissa Lee, Missy McCormick, Megan Mitchell, CJ Niehaus, Bob Pool, Justin Rothshank, Jan Schachter, Aaron Sober, Kyla Strid, Marjorie Wade, Derek Walter, Ai Yamamoto, Adam Yungbluth

reception: friday, august 175:30pm: Juror Talk

6-8pm Artist Reception and Awards Presentation

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SGLASS BEADMAKInG, fuSInG & CASTInGExplore several different glass techniques such as beadmaking, fusing, kiln casting and sculpture. All levels of students are supported in an educational and relaxed setting. Join us on the third floor to create beautiful glass forms. Closed toe shoes and cotton clothing are required.

GLASS BEADoPEn STuDIo Work on projects and improve skills outside of class in our highly recommended open studio. Punch cards are available for students enrolled in a class at the reduced cost $60 (5 sessions for $12 each); current students may also pur-chase single sessions for $14 each. Punch cards are also available for those not enrolled in a class for $85 (5 sessions for $17each). Glass and mandrels are available for sale; tools will be available for use. A monitor will be on hand to answer questions but not instruct. Punch cards may be purchased at the front desk.

GLASS fuSInGoPEn STuDIoSunday, September 16, 23, October 21, November 11, 2-5pmWork on projects outside of class in open studio exclusively for fusing. This time is for students who have taken at least two 4 or 5 week fusing classes in the past 6 months. The fee is $25 and includes one 8 ½ x 11 box to fill, the use of tools, firings and scrap glass. An extra $18 will be charged for each additional 8 ½ x 11 box filled. There is a variety of sheet glass for sale in the studio. A monitor is on hand to help an-swer questions but not to instruct. You must sign up online or in per-son at least one week prior to your session and pre-pay the OS fee of $25. Permission from the Depart-ment Head is required.

fRIDAY nIGHT WoRKSHoPS foR BEGInnERSfEAR of CoMMITMEnT: GLASS BEADMAKInG(1 DAy)

This is a crash course in glass bead making. We’ll cover basic techniques and surface designs including dots and stripes. Leave with finished beads and a zipper pull, key chain or simple pendant. No experience required. Materials fee includes all glass, tools, and kiln firing.

Friday, September 14, October 12, November 9, 6:30-9:30pm$80, Members $75

$15 Materials fee

fEAR of CoMMITMEnT: GLASS fuSInG(1 DAy)

In this crash course in glass fus-ing, you’ll learn the basics of cut-ting and assembling glass for the kiln. Make a small plate, tile, or pieces for jewelry. Materials fee includes all glass, tools, and kiln firing. Finished pieces may be picked up two weeks after class ends. No experience necessary.

Friday, September 21, October 19, November 16, 6:30-9:30pm $80, Members $75

$20 Materials fee


Lillstreet Art Center has become my escape, where I like to spend my time because it provides me with mental relaxation.”

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BEGInnER / ADvAnCED BEGInnERfIRST TIME GLASS BEADMAKInG(5 WeeKs)

Make beautiful glass beads on the torch using basic techniques for shaping and surface design. This workshop will concentrate on providing students with solid technical groundwork for further development. Instruction will also be given on how to create a simple necklace or a pair of ear-rings. Materials fee includes tools, mandrels, and assorted glass col-ors. No experience required.

Thursday 2-5pm Judy Zeddies’



$35 Materials fee

GLASS fuSInG foR BEGInnERS/ADvAnCED BEGInnERS(5 WeeKs)

Students will get familiar with the tools, materials, and basic tech-niques for fusing glass, and learn to properly cut, design for and lay out glass. Materials fee includes kiln firings, clear, white and black glass, and a variety of scrap glass, frit, and stringers. Additional glass is available for purchase. No experience required.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Leslie Speicher


$50 Materials fee

GLASS SuRvEY: An InTRoDuCTIon To BEADMAKInG AnD fuSInG(5 WeeKs)

In this class you’ll be introduced to two glass techniques: fusing, and bead making with a torch. Become familiar with the tools and materials needed to create projects such as glass beads for jewelry and functional fused piec-es. Color, decoration, design and process will be covered. No expe-rience necessary. The materials fee includes assorted glass colors, tools, mandrels, and kiln firings.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmSession I: Starts September 11Dobrila PintarThursday 6:30-9:30pmSession I: Starts September 13

Session II: Starts October 18Leslie Speicher

$180, Members $175

$50 Materials fee

MuLTILEvEL NEW!GLASS CASTInG (5 WeeKs)

In this new glass class you will learn two types of casting tech-niques and basic mold making skills. Open-face relief and Pate de Verre casting techniques will be explored in order to create cab-ochons for jewelry, relief tiles for architectural elements and small sculptures. Students can expect to make 3-5 pieces. Materials fee includes, glass, mold materials, tools and firings. No experience required.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmLeslie Speicher


$50 Materials fee

ALL LEvELS GLASS BEADMAKInG(5 WeeKs)

Beginning students will get fa-miliar with the tools, materials, and basic techniques for using the torch, and learn to properly manipulate and design glass in the flame. More advanced stu-dents will broaden their skills and explore new techniques. Materials fee includes glass, mandrels and firings. No experience required.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm Dobrila Pintar


$35 Materials fee

WoRKSHoPSIMAGERY In fRIT(1 DAy)

Learn to create representational imagery in glass during this one-day workshop. We will explore working with frit and ways to take advantage of the unique proper-ties of the various sizes. Building glass trays, damming and firing schedules will be covered.

Saturday, September 29, 10-4pmRobin Kittleson

$95, Members 90

$30 Materials fee

STACKED PLATE(1 DAy)

Put your glass scrap to use by creating a one-of-a-kind plate. We will assemble stacks or assorted fusible glass and let heat, surface tension and gravity do their work. These plates are beautiful illustra-tions of fusing and the movement of molten glass when heated to high temperatures. No two plates are ever the same. Prerequisite- one 5-week fusing class

Saturday, October 27, 10am-1pmRobin Kittleson

$80, Members 75

$20 Materials fee

REACTIonS In GLASS(1 DAy)

Working with glass containing copper, sulfur and lead, students will explore the reactions which occur when these elements are combined. Color shifts, halos, gradients and contrasting out-lines are a few of the reactions you will create and learn to control during your fusing work. Sheet glass, frit, stringers and silver foil will be used to make samples for future reference. Prerequisite- one 5-week fusing class.Saturday, October 27, 2-5pmRobin Kittleson

$80, Members 75

$25 Materials fee


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CHECK ouT ouR REMoDELED DARK RooM and new state-of-the-art UV vacuum exposure unit, with exposure times under 60 seconds! Dye students can achieve professional results in our bullet steamer, and the new dye station set up makes immersion dyeing more user friendly. We have students from a variety of backgrounds, from professional artists who sell at art fairs, online shops, and consignment, to all levels of artists developing skills to build on their portfolio. Make our space your space by taking advantage of free open studio when enrolled in one of our Textile Department classes!

BEGInnER/ADvAnCED BEGInnERfIRST-TIME SEWInG(5 WeeKs)

Perfect for someone who doesn’t know how to thread a machine or stray from the straight stitch. This class gives formal instruction on how to operate a sewing ma-chine, basic techniques and sew-ing vocabulary. Sewing machines provided. Thread and notions provided with materials fee.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm Nora Renick-Rinehart


Session II: Starts October 16 Sunday 2-5pm Melissa Leandro


Session II: Starts October 21 $165, Members $160

$15 Materials fee

fIRST TIME QuILTInG(5 WeeKs) Dive in and gain hands-on expe-rience in all the steps required to make a fully functional quilt. Students will be encouraged to experiment and get creative with patterns and color. We will cover six block patterns and create a quilted hot-mitt out of our fa-vorite two blocks. Slide lectures and instructions on how to plan larger future projects will also be included. Material provided on first day. Students may wish to supplement fabric for subsequent classes. Thread and most notions provided with materials fee.

Saturday 10am-1pm Nora Renick-Rinehart



$15 Materials fee

fIRST-TIME SCREEnPRInTInG on fABRIC(5 WeeKs)

Combine stencil and photo-emul-sion techniques to create layered, multi-colored prints. Learn how to transfer drawings and designs onto loose yardage and fabric blanks. Perfect class for beginners who want to make and sell work in Lillstreet’s Holiday Party and Art Fair. New aluminum screens and UV vacuum exposure unit make hand-silkscreening faster and easier! Materials fee includes most materials.

Sunday 2-5pm TBASession I: Starts September 16


$25 Materials fee

BEGInnInG EMBRoIDERY(5 WeeKs) Socialize with classmates while learning traditional embroidery stitches with a contemporary spin. Learn how to turn images and drawings into relief effect em-broideries, with demos on image transfer and finishing techniques. Students should bring in images or ideas on the first night. No ex-perience needed! Floor standing hoops make it easy to stitch com-fortably during class and open studio. Most materials provided.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Camille Canales


THE LILLSTREET TExTILE DEPARTMEnT is a growing artist community interested in traditional and contemporary craft media. Our newly renovated sewing studio offers more class space and upgraded equipment including sergers and an industrial sewing machine. Haven’t taken a print class in a while?


NEW! InTRoDuCTIon To TExTILES(10 WeeKs)

Have you been eyeing classes in the Textile Department, but not quite sure where to start? We’ve designed this class with you in mind! Students will run through several processes such as dyeing, screenprinting, and sewing, and complete one beginner pillow project to show off your newly ac-quired textile skills. Create more than a pillow during work time in class and during open studio hours. No experience necessary! Materials fee includes dyes and inks in class, students provide fabrics after first night.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmNora Renick-RinehartStarts September 10$340, Members $330

$30 Materials fee

A QuICK STuDY In PRInTInG on fABRIC(5 WeeKs)

Tired of waiting in the cafe week after week while your child is tak-ing a fun art class? Don’t have enough time to run errands in the short time and looking for a quick creative outlet? Or maybe you have a busy schedule and can’t make it to our three hour classes? Take some time to treat yourself while picking up a new skill! Learn the basics on how to silkscreen fabric blanks like tote bags, tshirts, or dinner napkins with either our pre-made designs, or create some of your own. Mate-rials fee includes most materials, including one tote bag! Students provide fabrics or blanks.

Monday 4-5:30pm Camille Canales



$15 Materials fee

MuLTILEvELDYE SuRvEY: ACID, Mx, InDIGo AnD nATuRAL DYES(10 WeeKs)

Ready to dive into dyes? Sample MX, acid, indigo and natural dyes that can be used for immersion and screenprinting techniques on natural fibers (cotton, silk, rayon, linen). Work with two of our fa-vorite instructors to create a col-orful collection of fabric samples as a pallet for future creations, and delve deeper into the world of dyes. Dye fee includes all dyes. All levels welcome. Experienced printers will expand their knowl-edge of printing with new dyes.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmAkemi Cohn and Elizabeth KumorStarts September 11

$340, Members $330

$45 materials fee

RADICAL WEAvInG(5 WeeKs) Inspired, created, and in reverence of nature we will weave, twist and bind natural materials together to create vessels and forms using unconventional weaving tech-niques. Learn about materials, such as branches, in your existing environments to understand the best way to manipulate it into the form you desire. Most materials provided.

Sunday 10am-1pm Vivian Visser



$10 Materials fee

MuLTILEvEL SEWInG PRoJECTS (10 WeeKs)

Have you taken First Time Sew-ing, and want to work on your own projects now? Want to learn how to use a serger for a more professional finish? Maybe you are a self-taught sewer, but would like some professional guidance. This class allows students to choose individual projects, gar-ments or house-ware based, and work closely with the guidance of the instructor to complete one-of-a-kind sewing projects. Bonus topics covered: serger instruction, sewing machine feet attachments, button-hole stitches, and topics as they relate to student’s projects. Prerequisite: First Time Sewing or equivalent experience.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmSarah MontgomeryStarts September 13

$330, Members $320

SCuLPTuRAL fELT (5 WeeKs) Explore the wonders of felt-making! Focus on creating origi-nal three dimensional objects, functional or sculptural, with basic wet felting and resist felt-ing techniques. Mix colored wool roving to create dynamic surfaces and textures. Most materials provided, and wool roving will be provided in the first class. You may purchase wool roving before hand, and instructor will pass out resource list the first day.

Sunday 10am-1pm Akemi Cohn



$10 Materials fee

EMBRoIDERY PRoJECTS(5 WeeKs) A follow-up to BEGINNING EM-BROIDERY or FIRST TIME EM-BROIDERY, students will tackle personal projects and demos will cater to student needs as they relate to projects. Advanced tech-niques include machine embroi-dery and fabric paint application. Students should bring in images or ideas on the first night. Floor standing hoops make it easy to stitch comfortably during class and open studio. Some materi-als provided. Great for at-home embroidery enthusiasts who want formal instruction.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Camille Canales


QuILT DESIGn: BEYonD THE GRID(10 WeeKs)

Moving past traditional block piecing, this class will help stu-dents create their own unique quilt designs. We will look at textile traditions from all over the world as well as the work of vari-ous contemporary quilt makers to find inspiration. Students work with the instructor to map out a design, piece a large scale quilt top, and develop a strategy for quilting and binding. Resource list will be provided to students during class. All levels welcome.

Monday 11am-2pmSarah Nishiura Starts September 10

$330, Members $320

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InTERMEDIATE / ADvAnCEDNEW! MASTERInG InKS: CoLoR MIxInG AnD ExTEnDERS(10 WeeKs)

Want to learn how to mix all the colors of the rainbow? Start with primary inks to create custom colors for all your print projects. Each week students will work together to create custom colors, as well as gradation scales, using extender to alter the transparen-cies. Also, become familiar with our newest UV exposure unit to brush on exposing your screens! Materials fee includes all inks for class and open studio. Prereq-uisite: First Time or Beginning Screenprint on Fabric.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmCamille CanalesStarts September 12

$340, Members $330

$35 materials fee

GARMEnT ConSTRuCTIon(10 WeeKs) Learn how to operate a serger and master a sewing machine while completing at least one garment, either recreated from a favorite clothing item or following an existing pattern. Also learn to mend and alter clothing. Expect to come away with hand-made garments that fit your figure just right! Prerequisite: First-Time Sewing or basic sewing experi-ence.

Saturday 2-5pmAmanda FranckStarts September 15

$340, Members $330

REPEAT PATTERnS foR TExTILES(10 WeeKs)

Translate your designs into re-peating patterns by mastering registration, straight repeats, half drops, and composition. Also un-derstand the importance of scale to create beautiful, unique fabrics. Students should come prepared to print with either inks or dyes on the first day of class. There is a fee for students printing with dye. Prerequisite: First Time or Begin-ning Screenprint on Fabric.

Friday 10am-1pmElizabeth KumorStarts September 14

$340, Members $330

WoRKSHoPSBLoCKPRInTInGDraw, transfer, carve and print your design onto fabric through this traditional art of India. Create beautiful bold prints onto loose yardage, t-shirts, hand towels, scarves, tote bags, etc through the uncomplicated method of hand block printing. Most materials provided and additional blocks and printable goods will be avail-able for purchase. Students are encouraged to bring in their own fabrics to the workshop, however fabric is available for purchase from the instructor.

Saturday, October 20, 2-6pmElizabeth Kumor

$65, Members $60

PRInTInG T-SHIRTS WoRKSHoP(1 DAy)

Print on several types of t-shirts or fabric blanks in this fast-paced workshop. You can make your own band tees or tote bags. In-structor will email instructions on image preparation one week prior to workshop. Most materials and inks provided, additional fabric blanks available for purchase. Students bring in their own fab-rics to the workshop. T-Shirts are available for purchase. All levels welcome.

Saturday September 22nd, 2-6pm Steve Amos

$70, Members $65

InTRo To SERGERS WoRKSHoP(1 DAy)

The Textile Department is happy to announce that it can now of-fer students the use of sergers! Sergers are extremely useful when sewing with knits or other stretchy materials; they will also add a level of professionalism to any project! Meet the new ma-chines, learn how to operate and care for them, and get authorized to be able to use them during open studio. Prerequisite- First Time Sewing or equivalent experience.

Wednesday September 19th, 6:30-9:30pm Nora Renick-RinehartWednesday November 7th, 6:30-9:30pm Nora Renick-Rinehart

$55, Members $50

CRASH CouRSE In SEWInG MACHInE fEET(1 DAy)

Learn how to use all the crazy looking sewing machine feet the studio has available for use on the Singer Confidence machines. (Techniques will easily translate to other makes/models of machines.) Extremely useful for anyone sew-ing garments or professional grade housewares.

Wednesday October 3rd, 6:30-9:30pm Nora Renick-Rinehart

$45, Members $40

PRInTED TEAToWELSPrint with inks while learning the basics of screenprinting onto a fun and functional houseware item- a tea towel! Students will be provid-ed with 2 teatowels for workshop, and students are encouraged to bring in more towels or purchase from sales locker ($3.50 ea.) for printing if time allows. No expe-rience needed! All inks provided. Students can either use screens with our pre-made designs, or put their own image onto a screen. In-structor will email instructions on image preparation one week prior to workshop.

Saturday October 6th, 2-6pmElizabeth Kumor

$70, Members $65

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(10-14)

Spend your afternoon making your very own messenger bag, all the while learning how to use a sewing machine! Customize your bag with your favorite fabrics from the store or your home, and wow your friends with your hip, handmade bag. Threads and no-tions provided.

Wednesday 4-5:30pm Melissa Leandro




PrinTMAKinG AT lillsTreeT is going through some changes. This fall we will be offering screenprinting on paper in collaboration with our Textiles and Fibers department while we make some changes to the classroom spaces and equipment. For 2013, we’ll have new classes and equipment, so check back later in the fall to see what’s new for winter. Updates will also be available on the printmaking page at lillstreet.com. ART

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SCREEnPRInTInG on PAPER CLASSESfIRST-TIME SCREEnPRInTInG on PAPER(5 WeeKs)

Prepare a screen and print an image using stencils and photo-emulsion. Perfect class for beginners who want to make and sell work in Lillstreet’s Holiday Party and Art Fair. Most equipment and some paper provided, and UV vacuum exposure unit make exposing a screen faster and easier! Materials fee includes most materials.

Tuesday 2-5pm Matthew Ginsberg


Session II: Starts October 16Sunday 5-8pm Andrew Campbell


Session II: Starts October 21 $165, Members $160

$20 Materials fee

SCREEnPRInTED PoSTERS(10 WeeKs) You’ve enjoyed cool posters for years, and now you can make your own! Screen Printed Posters guides you every step of the way, from composing an eye-catching design to successfully screenprinting it. Whether your passion is music, film, or your beloved pet, you’ll learn how to make a dazzling tribute. There is a materials fee of $20, and most materials provided.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Matthew GinsbergStarts September 13

$340, Members $330

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exPress yourselF in TWo DiMensions with acrylics, water-color, gouache, oils, pastels, pen & ink, or encaustic techniques. Painting & Drawing classes are divided Into Beginning, Interme-diate, Multilevel or Advanced classes. Use these designations and the class descriptions to create a curriculum for yourself.

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BEGInnInGnEW! fIRST-TIME DRAWInG InTo PAInTInG(5 WeeKs)

This introductory class will combine basic drawing with the fundamentals of painting. It will begin by introducing the student to line, value and composition and how they combine to compose a successful drawing. They will then use this experience to see how those visual building blocks trans-late into painting introducing the student to the basic tools used in acrylic painting and their use in composing and executing a paint-ing. Purchase your beginning kit on the first night.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Melanie Brown

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September 12Session II: Starts October 17

Thursday 10am-1pmPatrick Micel



$35 BeginningPainting & Drawing Kit

fIRST-TIME DRAWInG(5 WeeKs)

This entry-level class is for those with little or no drawing experi-ence. Learn the use of value, line, and proportion to create realistic drawings. Purchase your begin-ning drawing kit on the first night.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmSteve Amos

Session I: Starts

September 10Session II: Starts October 15

Saturday 10am-1pmTony Porter



$15 Beginning Drawing Kit

fIRST-TIME PAInTER(5 WeeKs)

This class will introduce you step by step to the process of painting. Starting with an introduction to the basic materials, students will learn how to use brushes and paint together to begin, develop and finish a painting so even a novice will find success in this di-rect and engaging class. Purchase your beginning painting kit on the first night.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmAnnie York



Tuesday 10am-1pmPatrick Miceli



Sunday 10am-1pmSteve Amos



$35 Beginning Painting Kit

fIRST-TIME PoRTRAIT DRAWInG(5 WeeKs)

This entry-level course is designed for those students with little or no experience. The primary focus is placement and how the various facial features come into play in creating a portrait drawing. Sup-ply kits and additional materials available for purchase.

Saturday 2-5pm Tony Porter




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BEGInnInG DRAWInG(10 WeeKs)

This beginning level class is rec-ommended for students who have completed First-Time Painter or First-Time Drawing. The student will be introduced to a variety of drawing materials as they learn formal drawing techniques like shading, perspective, proportion and composition while working from still life and other source materials. Emphasis will be on developing observational skills. Supply kits and additional materi-als available for purchase.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmJeriah HildwineStarts September 11

Sunday 10am-1pm Patrick MiceliStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

BEGInnInG To InTERMEDIATE WATERCoLoR(10 WeeKs)

This class is for students with some drawing or painting expe-rience. Watercolor is a versatile painting medium that allows the artist a range of expression from tight, representational work to loose, fluid sketches and more improvisational abstracts. The class will provide a comprehen-sive introduction to watercolor, and watercolor techniques such as blending, glazing and representa-tion as well as fun, special effects with the medium. Supply kits and additional materials available for purchase.

Saturday 2-5pmTom DieschbourgStarts September 15

$330, Members $320

BEGInnInG ACRYLIC PAInTInG(10 WeeKs)

This class is recommended for those who have taken First-Time Painter or First-Time Drawing, have had previous experience and want to expand their painting skills in various acrylic mediums. Supply kits and additional mate-rials available for purchase.

Tuesday 10am-1pm Jeriah HildwineStarts September 11

Thursday 6:30-9:30pm Annie York Starts September 13

Sunday 2-5pm Steve AmosStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

InTRoDuCTIon To THE PoRTRAIT AnD fIGuRE(10 WeeKs)

This beginning to intermediate level drawing class teaches the fundamentals of drawing portraits and figures while working from a nude model. Weekly demonstra-tions and structured exercises will emphasize observation, propor-tion, measuring, and anatomy. Students begin with charcoal, move to conté, and eventually learn to use pastels. Supply kits and additional materials available for purchase.

Wednesday 10am-1pm Bob HornStarts September 12

Saturday 10am-1pmBob HornStarts September 15

$330, Members $320

$60 model fee

BEGInnInG oIL PAInTInG(10 WeeKs)

This class is recommended for students who have completed be-ginning drawing and want to learn the fundamentals of oil painting. This class will cover the basics of laying out a palette, mixing colors, and brush and palette knife use in the process of creating realistic paintings that capture light and space. Supply kits and additional materials available for purchase.

Sunday 2-5pm Patrick MiceliStarts September 16

$330, Members $320

MuLTILEvEL To InTERMEDIATE NEW! HuMAn AnAToMY(10 WeeKs)

Improve your figure! Painting, drawing and sculpture students, improve your figure work through deeper understanding of human anatomy. In this class, students will learn body proportions, skele-tal structure, and surface muscles and their functions. All levels welcome. Supplies provided with materials fee.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm Robin Power Starts September 12

$330, Members $320

$10 materials fee.

NEW! LAnDSCAPE PAInTInG(10 WeeKs)

In this class, students will ex-plore the endless possibilities of landscape painting. A variety of brushwork and color schemes will be taught from Art Historical examples such as Claude Monet, Camille Corot, and Gustave Cour-bet. The primary focus in this class will be on learning to create the illusion of deep space using value color, and various perspec-tive techniques. Either acrylic or oil paints may be used. Bring a medium sized canvas and paints to the first class.

Sunday 10am-1pmAdrian Cox Starts September 16

$330, Members $320

unDERSTAnDInG CoLoR(5 WeeKs)

Learn about the importance of color and the power it can give you to improve your work. This color class is intended for the beginner, intermediate or advanced level student interested in enhancing their understanding and percep-tion of color. A supply list will be provided on the first day of class.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmPawel Kupiec



EnCAuSTIC PAInTInG(5 WeeKs)

Learn how to paint with wax in this multi-level class. Use pig-ments, damar crystals, various types of waxes as well as other in-gredients to create multi-layered, heavily textured to paint on a vari-ety of surfaces. Work with metals tools and special brushes as well as torches, heat guns and irons. Encapsulate additional materials and collage the surface. Artists of all media will enjoy the limitless possibilities of working in encaus-tics. A supply list will be provided one week before class begins.

Friday 2-5pmJenny Learner


Session II: Starts October 19Sunday 2-5pmJenny Learner



BoTAnICAL ILLuSTRATIon(10 WeeKs)

Designed for beginners to ad-vanced students, this class will introduce the student to tech-niques to accurately render bo-tanical subjects using graphite and watercolor. We will keep a sketchbook to record details and test techniques, and then apply those skills to more considered and developed pieces. Some class periods will be spent at local con-servatories practicing our artistry in the field.

Monday 10am-1pm Kimberly PancoastStarts September 10

$330, Members $320

PoRTRAIT DRAWInG (10 WeeKs)

This intermediate course is for those who have had some experi-ence or have taken First Time Portrait Drawing. It will build upon your basic understanding by showing you placement, vari-ous in-depth shading techniques, and the art of seeing. A supply list will be provided on the first day of class.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm Tony PorterStarts September 11

$330, Members $320

$60 model fee


fIGuRE DRAWInG(10 WeeKs)

This intermediate class offers an in-depth study of the human fig-ure, stressing an understanding of anatomical structures, propor-tion, and tonal values. Students of all levels can explore drawing techniques in charcoal, pencil, and pastels. Learn about head lengths, construction line draw-ing, bone structure, and more. Please bring a newsprint pad and a drawing pencil to the first class.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmSarah Kaiser Starts September 13

$330, Members $320

$60 model fee

InTERMEDIATE / ADvAnCEDnEW! ABSTRACT PAInTInG STuDIo(5 WeeKs)

This class is for those students who are interested in developing techniques for abstract painting. Working with each student, Cyn-thia will help you to discover your artistic vision with individually designed projects, exercises, and techniques. The class will have periodic critiques and discussions about relevant Artists’ work and shows. Move from where you are in your work with the goal of refining your artistic vision. Come prepared to paint. Paper will be provided for the first class.

Friday 10am-1pm Cynthia Vaicunas



ExPERIMEnTAL STILL-LIfE PAInTInG(5 WeeKs)

This is not just another still-life class. No wine bottles. No plas-tic fruit. No flowers. We’ll take a completely different approach to the still-life. You’ll think out-side the box and push the limits of how we define still-life paint-ing for ourselves and as a culture. Directed projects will refine your ideas while building your paint-ing skills. Come prepared to paint in acrylics.

Saturday 10am-1pmAnnie York Davis



InTERMEDIATE oIL PAInTInG(10 WeeKs)

Expand your skills and learn new techniques in both traditional and contemporary approaches to painting in oil. Open to students who have completed Beginning Oil or with similar experience. A supply list will be provided.

Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm Patrick MiceliStarts September 13

$330, Members $320

NEW! ALLA PRIMA PAInTInG(10 WeeKs)

Alla Prima, meaning “at once”, is a way of seeing, as much as a method.

This intermediate/advanced oil painting class will teach you the alla prima technique of focusing on the big relations of shape, val-ue, hue, and definition, draw with a brush, and paint wet into wet. It will liberate you from the coloring book way of drawing outlines and filling them in with color. Learn to see the alla prima way. The first half of the class will focus on still life and the last half on the human figure.

Monday 6:30-9:30pm Ken Minami Starts September 10

$330, Members $320

$30 model fee

NEW! DRAWInG AnD PAInTInG AnIMALS(10 WeeKs)

This intermediate/advanced class will address the fundamentals of drawing and painting. using the animal as subject. Students begin by bringing images to class of their favored animal for refer-ence. Weekly demonstrations will emphasize the fundamentals of representational painting, in-cluding proportion (anatomy), composition, and color. Each student will have ample time to complete either drawings or a painting of their personal animal image, either real or imagined. Come ready to work. Drawing and painting kits are available for purchase.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmRichard Laurent Starts September 11

$330, Members $320

DRAWInG AnD PAInTInG THE nuDE fIGuRE(10 WeeKs)

This advanced class is for those students who have previous expe-rience working from nude models. Poses will be scheduled for two weeks, so that a painting or draw-ing can be fully developed. Indi-vidualized instruction supports students in developing their skills and their individual styles. Come prepared to work in the medium of your choice.

Saturday 2-5pm Bob HornStarts September 15

$330, Members $320

$60 model fee

LEARnInG fRoM THE MASTERS(10 WeeKs)

Learn classical painting tech-niques from art history in this advanced class. You’ll study the works of Rembrandt, Chardin, and Van Eyck, and directed proj-ects will help improve your oil painting skills. Projects will ad-dress color, light, composition, glazing, and brushwork. Draw-ing experience is recommended. Come to the first class prepared to work in oils and bring a 16” x 20” canvas.

Friday 10am-1pm Bob HornStarts September 14

$330, Members $320

PRoBLEM SoLvInG foR oIL PAInTERS(10 WeeKs)

This advanced class is for students who have previous experience in oil painting. Students will work on directed projects and individ-ual projects. The directed projects will focus on improving the core skills of representational paint-ing. Please come to the first class prepared to work in oils with a 16” x 20” canvas.

Thursday 10am-1pm Bob HornStarts September 13

$330, Members $320

foR ALL STuDEnTSoPEn STuDIoIf you have taken a class and need a place to work, open studio is for you. This option allows you to use the classroom as your studio.

Member/Non-Member:$30 per week or

$250 per ten-week session.

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BEGInnERfIRST TIME DIGITAL PHoToGRAPHY(5 WeeKs)

Before that new digital camera be-comes an expensive paperweight, learn how it works and how to make beautiful images with it. We’ll use easy technical explana-tions, shooting exercises, and a review of student images to teach you how to find, compose, and capture compelling photographs. Camera with manual settings re-quired, DSLR preferred. Please bring a small flash drive.

Wednesday 6:30-9:30pmCasey Smallwood

Session I Starts September 12

Session II Starts October 17

Thursday 10am-1pmKevin Malella

Session I Starts September 13Session II Starts October 18

Saturday 10am-1pmGarret Baumer


Session II Starts October 20$190, Members $185

fIRST TIME STuDIo LIGHTInG(5 WeeKs)

Good lighting is often the differ-ence between an average photo-graph and a great one. Serious photographers like to control their light in a professional studio. This course will teach you the basic concepts of studio lighting design, and give you hands-on instruction with hot lights, strobes, soft boxes, colored gels, and reflectors. Stu-dents will light their own portraits and table top set-ups.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmRebecca Reuland

Session II Starts October 16Saturday 2-5pmGarret Baumer


BEGInnInG DIGITAL PHoToGRAPHY(10 WeeKs)

Are you afraid of getting away from the “automatic” mode? Learn how to use your camera with all of its various settings. Learn about composition, subject choice and thematic ideas. Clear lectures and hands-on exercises will have you shooting like a pro. The course will also cover the ba-sics of image enhancement in the digital lab. Basic computer skills and a digital camera with manual controls (DSLR preferred) are required.

Monday 6:30-9:30pmChristopher SchnebergerStarts September 10

Tuesday 10am-1pmKevin MalellaStarts September 11

Saturday 2-5pmVesna JovanovicStarts September 15

$350, Members $340

MuLTILEvEL TRAvEL PHoToGRAPHY: CHICAGo(10 WeeKs)

Learn how to take great photos of the places you travel to, and explore some different neighbor-hoods around Chicago. We’ll learn techniques of exposure and com-position, and then put them into practice with weekly excursions. We’ll capture a sense of each place - the sights, the people, even the sounds and tastes. Each outing will finish with lunch at a unique restaurant in the neighborhood. There will also be review sessions to give feedback. Students should bring a digital camera (DSLR pre-ferred).

Wednesday 10am-1:30pmChristopher SchnebergerStarts September 13

$350, Members $340

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Artists need photographs of their work, but it can be expensive to have done, and frustrating to do it yourself. This class will show you how to make effective photo-graphs of your paintings, ce-ramics, or jewelry, with a few simple lighting techniques and understanding of your camera. You’ll also learn how to use the computer to adjust, crop, and resize your images for websites and jur-ied shows. Please bring your digital camera, a small piece of your artwork to photo-graph, and a flash drive.

Saturday 2-5pmGarrett BaumerSesson I StartsSeptember 15

Monday 6:30-9:30pmGarret BaumerSession II StartsOctober 16$100, Members $95

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Would you like to really capture somebody’s personality with your camera? This course will elevate your snapshots into portraits. You’ll learn how to coax expres-sion out of blank faces and put subjects at ease. We’ll consider the power of portraits in convey-ing meaning. We’ll work with locations and available light, but then move into the studio to learn about artificial lighting. There will also be in-class shooting as-signments, and critiques. DSLR camera preferred.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmRebecca Reuland

Session I Starts September 11$190, Members $185

ARCHITECTuRAL PHoToGRAPHY(10 WeeKs)

Chicago is a city of architectural treasures, but those building aren’t always easy to photograph. In this course you’ll learn the secrets to making dynamic photo-graphs of buildings. Classes will cover shooting techniques dur-ing on-location meetings. You’ll photograph and learn about some outstanding architecture. Class-room time will be used to review your images and survey some great examples of architectural photography.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmRebecca ReulandStarts September 13

$350, Members $340

LAnDSCAPE PHoToGRAPHY(5 WeeKs)

One of the grand traditions of photography is the landscape. From Timothy O’Sullivan, to Ed-ward Weston, to Ansel Adams, to Michael Kenna, the landscape has commanded the interest of masters and amateurs alike. In this course you’ll get out into the field and learn how to capture the landscape in dramatic images. Critical camera techniques and composition will be discussed, as well as a survey of the genre.

Sunday 10am-1pmKevin Malella


uRBAn LAnDSCAPE PHoToGRAPHY(5 WeeKs) You don’t have to visit a national park to make landscape pho-tographs. Many contemporary photographers have found that the urban world is a compelling landscape on its own. You’ll look at the city as a space with man-made mountains, canyons, and rivers. You’ll photograph on loca-tion, as well as review work in the classroom.

Sunday 10am-1pmKevin Malella


nIGHT AnD ASTRo PHoToGRAPHY(5 WeeKs)

Learn how to make stunning, luminous photographs when it’s dark out. You will be amazed at how the night can come alive through your camera with the proper techniques. This class will show you how to shoot in different nighttime environments, natural and urban. You will also learn how to make spectacular photo-graphs of the night sky, filled with stars. You’ll get to use special astrophotography equipment, but also produce results with your own camera. Basic photography skills and DSLR cameras preferred.

Monday 7-10pmScott Mason


ADvAnCEDADvAnCED DIGITAL PHoToGRAPHY(10 WeeKs)

This course is for the advanced amateur, or budding professional who wants to take their photogra-phy that one next step. Come with project ideas you wish to develop into portfolios for exhibition, pub-lication, or other goals. Topics will include portfolio development, gallery exhibition, advanced shooting techniques, advanced digital editing and printing, book publishing, and more. This free-form class allows for plenty of one-on-one instruction, free from assignment constraints.

Wednesday 7-10pmChristopher SchnebergerStarts September 12

$350, Members $340


BEGInnER

fIRST-TIME LIGHTRooM(5 WeeKs)

Lightroom is powerful and af-fordable software for enhancing photographs, cataloging, printing, and more. In this overview class you’ll learn how to organize, de-velop, and print your images. See why professional photographers everywhere are hooked on Light-room. This is a perfect follow-up to First-Time Digital Photography or can be taken on its own. Basic computer skills required.

Thursday 2-5pmTBA



$190, Members $185

InTRoDuCTIon To WEB DESIGn(5 WeeKs)

This course will show you how easily you can create and manage your own website. We’ll start with very simple online tools to create a site with galleries of images. Then we’ll learn how to take more control by using Dreamweaver software to create stunning de-signs and interactive pages. Basic computer skills required.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmVesna Jovanovic


BEGInnInG PHoToSHoP(5 WeeKs)

Photoshop is an advanced soft-ware program used by artists, graphic designers, and photogra-phers to create and manipulate graphic and photographic imag-ery. In this course you’ll learn the basics of the software including brushes, selection tools, image adjustments, and masks. This is a good follow-up to First Time Lightroom, Digital Photography I, or taken on its own. Basic com-puter skills required.

Monday 10am-1pmRandee Ladden


Saturday 10am-1pmAlyce McQueen


BEGInnInG ILLuSTRAToR(5 WeeKs)

Illustrator is an indispensable software for graphic artists. It al-lows you to turn visual ideas into stunning digital designs. In this course you’ll learn to work with line, shapes, shading, paths, text and much more. See how easy it is to convert your basic sketches into graphics and illustrations that you can use in your artwork, graphic design, or promotional materials.

Friday 10am-1pmKatie Mills


MuLTILEvEL InTERMEDIATE PHoToSHoP(5 WeeKs)

Go beyond the basics of Photo-shop and learn the techniques and skills to expand your digital hori-zons. This course will teach you how to manipulate and blend im-agery with precise control using advanced tools like clipping paths, blending modes, and much more. Basic Photoshop skills required.

Monday 10am-1pmRandee Ladden


Saturday 10am-1pmAlyce McQueen


DIGITAL GRAPHIC DESIGn(10 WeeKs)

Learn how to create dynamic graphics and layouts with easy to use software like InDesign and Illustrator. You’ll learn how to create business cards, logos, let-terheads, posters, and more. The course will teach the elements of good design and how to cre-ate graphics. You’ll learn how to design layouts using type, images, and other tools. Basic computer skills required.

Wednesday 10am-1pm Katie MillsStarts September 12

$350, Members $340

DIGITAL TooLS foR ARTISTS(5 WeeKs)

Today’s artists increasingly are using digital tools for creating art. In this course you’ll learn how to use both Illustrator and Photo-shop software to generate graphic designs, collage, and alter imagery with fantastic effects. Create art-work from scratch, manipulate ex-isting imagery, or create a blend of technical approaches. You’ll print your art on various papers and learn how that can be the basis for mixed media works, or simply stand on its own.

Tuesday 6:30-9:30pmSteve Amos



InTERMEDIATE To ADvAnCEDADvAnCED WEB DESIGn(5 WeeKs)

This course will show you how to create your own Dreamweaver templates and cascading style sheets (CSS) to build a distinc-tive website for your art or your company. We will also get “under the hood” with HTML coding to fine tune design and functionality. Basic computer skills required. Photo editing skills helpful.

Thursday 6:30-9:30pmVesna Jovanovic


InTERMEDIATE ILLuSTRAToR(5 WeeKs)

This course will explore more ad-vanced features and techniques in Illustrator. You’ll master the pen tool and be able to create stunning vector graphics. You’ll also learn about custom brushes, shapes, creative text effects, patterns, layouts, work flow and more. Per-fect for the designer or illustrator looking to gain greater ability to create dynamic graphics.

Friday 10am-1pmKatie Mills


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CRASH CouRSE In DIGITAL PHoToGRAPHY(1 DAy)

Learn about your camera and take better pictures as we learn about digital photography. We’ll start with the essential camera controls like ISO, aperture, shutter speed, shooting modes, and focus. Then we’ll put these lessons into prac-tice with some in-class exercises. We’ll discuss composition and how to shoot thematically. To round out the class, there will be a demonstration of editing images using Lightroom software and the basics of printing. Students should bring a digital camera (DSLR preferred) with a fully charged battery and memory card with plenty of space.

Visit Lillstreet.com for the fall crash course schedule

$120, Members $115

CRASH CouRSE In LIGHTRooM(1 DAy)

Lightroom is a powerful and af-fordable software for enhancing photographs, cataloging printing, and more. In this crash course you’ll get ann overview of how to organize, develop, and print your images. This is a great introduc-tion to digital photo editing. Basic computer skills required. Basic computer skills required.

CRASH CouRSE In PHoToSHoP(1 DAy)

This class will teach students the essentials of working with Photo-shop. We’ll start by learning the workspace and all the tools, in-cluding brushes, paint, and flow. Next we’ll edit imagery on screen with adjustments such as levels, curves, hue/saturation, and how to selectively apply those adjust-ments. We’ll composite different image elements together. And we’ll conclude with a lesson on printing. Students should bring a flash drive with 5-10 images to edit. Basic computer skills re-quired.

CRASH CouRSE In DIGITAL vIDEo(1 DAy)

Learn to take excellent quality videos with simple cameras and edit them to create professional quality projects. We’ll cover cam-era controls and settings, im-porting to the computer, editing software, working with sound and soundtrack, and outputting completed projects to DVD or the internet. Basic computer skills required.

CRASH CouRSE In fInAL CuT ExPRESS(1 DAy)

Final Cut is the industry standard for video editing. The Express version is an affordable option with nearly all the features full one. This course will show you the essentials of video editing with Final Cut, including working with soundtracks, and exporting your video in different formats. Basic computer skills required.

CRASH CouRSE In ILLuSTRAToR(1 DAy)

Illustrator is an indispensable software for graphics artists to create designs. In this course you’ll learn about vector-based graphics, how to create and edit paths, work with type, how to use live trace, how to paint and fill objects, and much more. Basic computer skills required.

CRASH CouRSE In InDESIGn(1 DAy)

InDesign software allows you to easily bring together type, graph-ics, and photographs, to create excellent layouts. Learn to design business cards, posters, and more, in this introduction to this soft-ware and its capabilities. Basic computer skills required.


YouNG ARTiSTS WiLL BuiLD CoNFiDENCE AND CRiTiCAL THiNKiNG SKiLLS WHiLE CREATiNG ASTouNDiNG WoRKS oF ART. MoST CLASSES ARE 5 & 10 WEEKS AND BEGiN THE WEEKS oF september 10 & october 15 .

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Toddler Paint,10-11am

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Toddler Clay,2-3pmam

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Multimedia Art,10-11:30am

Kinderclay,2-3:30pm

Nature Detectives,4-5:30pm

Pile on the Layers,4-5:30pm

Spook House,2-3:30pm

Multimedia Art,2-3:30pm

Kinderclay,4-5:30pm

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Clay All Day,4-5:30pm

All Things Messy,4-5:30pm

Clay All Day,4-5:30pm

All Things Messy,4-5:30pm

Monsters,10-11:30am

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Handbuilding & Wheelthrowing,4-6pm

Sew What,4-5:30pm

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Drawing & Cartooning,4-5:30pm

Drawing & Cartooning,4-5:30pm

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Living Drawing,4-6pm

Digital + Handmade,4-6pm

Drawing into Painting,4-5:30pm

Sew Your Own Messenger Bag,4-5:30pm

Wheelthrowing,4-6pm

Family Metalsmithin,10am-1pm

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Y O U N G A R T I S T S will build confidence and critical thinking skills while creating astounding works of art

AGES 18-30 MonTHSA parent or babysitter stays with the child in these classes. In or-der to provide the best quality time with your toddler, we ask that you refrain from bringing other children to class. Class size limited to 10 children.

CoLoRED TExTuRES(5 WeeKs)

Soft yellow, bumpy red, and scratchy blue! Using a variety of materials, we’ll discover different textures and colors while build-ing language, fine motor skills, and creative thinking.

Friday 10-10:45amMelanie Brown


Session II: Starts October 19$75, Members, $70

AGES 2-4In all toddler classes, a parent or babysitter stays with the child. In order to provide the best qual-ity time with your toddler, we ask that you refrain from bringing other children to class. Class size limited to 10 children.

ToDDLER CLAY(5 WeeKs)

Young sculptors will explore the amazing properties of clay by pounding, rolling, squishing, poking, creating texture and then painting their unique masterpiec-es with their caregivers

Friday 2-3pmMelanie Brown


Session II: Starts September 19$95, Members $90

ToDDLER CLAY AnD MuLTIMEDIA(5 WeeKs)

Can’t decide whether to explore clay or paint? In this class, we get to do both plus a lot more. Work together and independently to paint and build with clay and other materials. Exploration, rather than the end product, is emphasized.

Wednesday 10:30-11:30am Susan Tecktiel



ToDDLER PAInT(5 WeeKs)

Each class begins with a story to inspire our paintings. We will use many different textures of paints and a variety of tools to create our messy masterpieces. Come ready to work alongside your child throughout the class.

Tuesday 10-11am Kimberly Pancoast



CLAY & SonG(5 WeeKs)

Discover new rhythms, tunes and movements through sounds and songs. Each class begins with a half-hour of music and then moves on to a clay experience of shaping, painting and fun. Come ready to work alongside your child throughout the class.

Monday 10-11:30am Sue Fisher-Yellen



AGES 3½-5Children enjoy these classes on their own, however parents may stay for the first class. Classes are limited to 12 children.

MuLTIMEDIA ART(5 WeeKs)

This class is designed to allow children to express themselves individually while learning new techniques with a variety of ma-terials including fabric, collage, paint (tempera and watercolor), drawing, clay, pipe cleaner sculpt-ing and more! While experiment-ing with these mediums, we will discover new ways of construct-ing. Children will use their fine motor abilities, imaginative minds and creativity to express their great thoughts artistically. We will be creating work on a specific theme that changes each session. The first session we will make projects with a Halloween theme and the second session will be Autumn themed.

Monday 10-11:30amSusan Tecktiel



Friday 2-3:30Roz Adams



KInDERCLAY(5 WeeKs)

Each week will provide an op-portunity for creative expression through the shaping of clay. This class will provide individual at-tention and enable each child to develop his or her personal style. We will be creating work on a specific theme that changes each session. The first session we will make projects with a Halloween theme and the second session will be Autumn themed.

Monday 2-3:30pmSusan Tecktiel



Friday 4-5:30pmKris Bespalec-Davis



nATuRE DETECTIvES(5 WeeKs)

Magnifying glasses ready? Ex-plore the changing of the seasons through art! We will use clay, paint, and multimedia to create art inspired by our natural world.

Monday 4-5:30Susan Tecktiel



PILE on THE LAYERS!(5 WeeKs)

Let’s get creative with tactile ma-terials and the scanner! We’ll be piling and layering many differ-ent textures of materials in clear boxes, scanning them, and then using the printed image to create imaginative masterpieces. Tissue paper, sand, oobleck, and paper pulp are some of the materials we’ll be using.

Thursday 4-5:30pmKimberly Pancoast



SPooKY HouSES(5 WeeKs)

Let’s transform a humble shoebox into a miniature spooky home for friendly ghosts and goblins! We‘ll use clay, wood, clothespins, spider webs, battery operated lights, and more to create a world perfect for Halloween decorating.

Friday 2-3:30pmRoz Adams


AGES 5-7

MonSTERS!(5 WeeKs)

Monsters are our friends! We will look at books, cartoons, movies, and our imaginations for inspira-tion. Create and build a monster, fairy, gnome, or other unique friend with fabric. Then we’ll build homes out of clay and found objects to make a monster village and have a monster party!

Saturday 10-11:30amChristine Bespalec-Davis



ALL THInGS MESSY(5 WeeKs)

We’ll be up to our elbows in glori-ously messy creation! Work with paint, clay, and other goopy ma-terials. We will be experimenting with tons of different handbuild-ing and paint application tech-niques as well as learning about different artists and art move-ments. Each session will focus on a different theme, so no two will be alike! The theme for the first session will be Inspired Art-ists and the second session will be Around the World.

Tuesday 4-5:30pmMelanie Brown


Session II: Starts October 16Friday 4-5:30pmMelanie Brown



$100, Members $95

CLAY ALL DAY(5 WeeKs)

A lump of clay offers a whole new world of creative possibili-ties. Discover how slabs and coils become interesting shapes and forms. We’ll explore these new skills in handbuilding and learn decorative techniques using tex-tures and colorful underglazes. The first session we will make projects with a Halloween theme and the second session will be Au-tumn themed.

Monday 4-5:30pm Marian Castro-Palanyk


Session II: Starts October 15Wednesday 4-5:30pm Susan Tecktiel



AGES 8-10SEW WHAT(5 WeeKs)

We’ll use fabric, sewing, and mul-timedia to create soft sculptures and wearable art. Create your own special pillows, bags, and more!

Friday 4-5:30pm Roz Adams



CLAY & MuLTIMEDIA(5 WEEks)

Can’t decide whether you want to play with clay or express yourself with paints, prints, wood and more? Then this class is for you! Each week we will explore a vari-ety of artistic materials and new ideas. Bring your imagination! Each session will focus on a differ-ent theme, so no two will be alike! The theme for the first session will be Inspired Artists and the second session will be Around the World.

Thursday 4-5:30pm Roz Adams



HAnDBuILDInG & WHEELTHRoWInG(5 WeeKs)

This class is a great opportunity to try your hand at clay. We will spend time learning the basic techniques of handbuilding, then move onto the wheel, while mak-ing great pots and unique sculp-ture!

Thursday 4-6pm Karen Avery



AGES 8-12DRAWInG AnD CARToonInG(5 WeeKs)

Explore the world of cartooning! We will cover our favorite TV and comic book friends and animals. You’ll get to develop your own individual characters, incorpo-rating drawing and cartooning techniques.

Monday 4-5:30pm Anne York


Session II: Starts October 15Tuesday 4-5:30pmAnne York




AGES 10-14WHEELTHRoWInG(5 WeeKs)

Learn the exciting skill of wheelthrowing! We’ll learn the basics skills needed to center clay and throw a pot while encourag-ing the expression of your person-al ideas on the wheel. Decorating and glazing will also be taught as you create your own collection of pottery.

Wednesday 4-6pm Marian Castro-Palanyk

Session I: Starts September

Session II: Starts October $120, Members $115

DIGITAL + HAnDMADE(5 WeeKs)

This class provides an opportunity for students to blend traditional painting, drawing, and collage techniques with digital imaging processes. Learn basic Photoshop skills such as digitizing source ma-terial, cropping, selection tools, brushes, paint tools, and layers.

Tuesday 4-6pmKimberly Pancoast



DRAWInG InTo PAInTInG(5 WeeKs)

Learn to see color in new ways and discover the joy of the tac-tile experience of working with charcoal, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic paint. In the first session we will focus on still life and land-scapes and the second session will focus on portraits and animals.

Wednesday 4-5:30pm Session I: Starts September 12


LIvInG DRAWInGS: DRAWn AnIMATIon(5 WeeKs)

Do you ever look at your drawings and doodles and wish you could watch them wiggle, kick, wink, or shake? With animation, you can! We will watch drawn animations from different times and places, have workshops and assignments that cover basic techniques, and do LOTS and LOTS of drawing! Three projects will be completed throughout the course: a class-collaborative “Exquisite Corpse” morph animation, an abstract “doodle” cycled animation, and a short looped animation of your own imagined character walking. Lots of hard work, and lots of fun!

Monday 4-6pmGwyneth Anderson

Session 1: Starts September 10


SEW YouR oWn MESSEnGER BAG(5 WeeKs)

Spend your afternoon making your very own messenger bag, all the while learning how to use a sewing machine! Customize your bag with your favorite fabrics from the store or your home, and wow your friends with your hip, handmade bag. Threads and no-tions provided.

Wednesday 4-5:30pmMelissa Leandro



fAMILY METALSMITHInG(5 WeeKs) Want a fun activity to do together? Have a hammering good time in this class, as you learn sawpierc-ing, texturing and cold connec-tions. Projects will include finger puppets, picture frames and stu-dents’ one-of-a-kind creations.

Saturday 10am-1pmMichelle Sallemi



AGES 10-16 METALS foR YounG ADuLTS(10 WeeKs)

This class is designed for young, aspiring jewelers who want to learn the basics of metalsmith-ing/jewelry making or improve the knowledge they already have. Saw-piercing, texturing, cold con-nections and a soldered band ring will be covered. Most materials included. Additional materials and silver may be purchased from instructor.

Wednesday 4-6pmMichelle SallemiStarts September 12

$330, Members $320

YounG ADuLTS 13+CoLLAGE AnIMATIonJoin us for creating stop-motion animations using paper, fabric, and images from magazines! We will watch cut-out animations from different times and places, and have workshops and assign-ments that cover basic techniques. Each student will complete a fin-ished cut-out animation of their own creation. No drawing skills necessary.

Wednesday 4-6pmGwyneth Anderson

Session 1: Starts September 12



NEW! foR PAREnTSWe are now offering Quick Study classes for parents! These classes meet during the same times as many of our popular kids’ classes so parents can have fun too!

A QuICK STuDY In METALSMITHInG(5 WeeKs)

Why should your child be the only one having fun? While they’re in class, you can be creating a pendant, ring, earrings, or small sculpture out of brass or copper. Learn basic metalsmithing tech-niques such as saw piercing, filing, texturing, and riveting. No experi-ence necessary. Silver is available for an additional fee.

Tuesday 4-5:30pmMichelle Sallemi



A QuICK STuDY In PRInTInG on fABRIC(5 WeeKs)

Tired of waiting in the cafe week after week while your child is tak-ing a fun art class? Don’t have enough time to run errands in the short time and looking for a quick creative outlet? Or maybe you have a busy schedule and can’t make it to our three hour classes? Take some time to treat yourself while picking up a new skill! Learn the basics on how to silkscreen fabric blanks like tote bags, tshirts, or dinner napkins with either our pre-made designs, or create some of your own. Mate-rials fee includes most materials, including one tote bag! Students provide fabrics or blanks.

Monday 4-5:30pmCamille Canales



$15 Materials fee

fAMILY CLASSESSIDE-BY-SIDE fAMILY DRoP-In(ADulTs AnD CHilDren AGes 2+)

Drop-in to create with clay as a family! Our teacher will guide you and your family in a clay project that is appropriate for all ages. Reservations are encouraged, as there is limited space.

Saturday 10:00-11:00amMembers/Non-member$10 per person per class

fAMILY WoRKSHoPSThese workshops are a wonderful opportunity to work together on theme projects, and bring laugh-ter, smiles, and great new crafts into your life! All workshops are 2 hours long and meant for adults and children ages 5+.

Members $25 per personNon-members $30 per person

GHouLISH GRAvEYARDSSet the scene for a spooky Hal-loween. Make a scary ceramic graveyard to decorate your table or porch, or a candleholder to re-ally spook up your lair.

Sunday, October 7th 2-4pm

our teachers and staff will work with you to create a custom class or camp tailored to your interests and availability. For more information call the front desk at 773.769.4226 or email Melanie Brown at [email protected]

Custom ClassesCustom Classes

THAnKSGIvInG PLATTERSAutumn is in the air and rich-ness of fall colors compliment the warm tones of Stoneware. Using the handbuilding technique of slumping clay into a form, create a platter to hold centerpiece gourds or serve Thanksgiving turkey!

Sunday October 28th, 2-4pm

fAMILY MEnoRAHOne of our most popular family workshops! Learn simple hand-building techniques to design and create a beautiful and unusual heirloom.

Sunday, November 18th 2-4pm

CLAY oRnAMEnTS Make beautiful ceramic orna-ments to decorate your tree or give as special stocking stuffers. Due to popularity offered 2 sepa-rate dates.

Session I: Saturday November 17th 2-4pm

Session II: Sunday, December 2nd 2-4pm

SCHooL’S ouT CAMPSAre there other days you’d like to have a school’s out camp? Let us design a School’s Out camp for your child and his schoolmates.! Custom Camps are available for 5 or more students. For more in-formation call the front desk at 773.769.4226 or email Melanie Brown at [email protected]

CLAY & MuLTIMEDIA CAMP AGes 5-12Children spend the day working in clay and other media, developing handbuilding skills and working in multimedia to create fantastic pots, critters, and other creations!

November 12 9am-3:30pm$85, Members $80

WHEELTHRoWInG CAMPAGes 8-12Learn the exciting skill of wheelthrowing! Campers will learn the basics required to throw pottery and express their personal ideas on the wheel.

November 12 9am-3:30 pm$85, Members $80

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artreach is Lillstreet’s non-profit sister organization.

for more thAn 25 yeArs, ArtReach has developed and amplified artistic voices in Chicago by bringing the community, talent, and spirit of Lil lstreet to under-served populations that cannot access art centers and resources such as Lillstreet.

eACh yeAr ArtreACh provides over 6,000 art experiences in schools, residential centers for the elderly and differently abled, in community centers and social service agencies. ArtReach participants are encouraged to explore the world without fear and use art to work together in spite of differences.

H e l P A r T r e A C H s P r e A d o U r trAnsformAtive Art Community!

C o n T A C T U s A b o U T b r i n G i n G A r T r e A C H i n T o Y o U r C o M M U n i T Y .

V i s i T o U r W e b s i T e A n d H e l P W i T H o U r W i s H l i s Td o n A T e A r T M A T e r i A l s .

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b e C o M e A s P o n s o r A T V A r i o U s l e V e l s :

s T U d e n T :For $ 5 0 one student will receive 8 weeks of art instruction

C l A s s :For $ 1 5 0 one class group will receive a one-time arts experience

P r o G r A M :For $ 1 0 0 0 one class group will receive 8 weeks of art instruction

s C H o o l :For $ 3 0 0 0 an entire school/organization will receive a full year of art instruction

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d e d U C T i b l e . d o n A T e V i A C H e C k , C A s H , o r o n l i n e W i T H P A Y P A l A T W W W . A r T r e A C H A T l i l l s T r e e T . o r G

OFFICE & GALLERY HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY: 10AM-7:30 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 10AM-6PM SUNDAY: 10AM-5PM

REGISTER EARLY! CLASSES FILL QUICKLY. We strongly encourage you to preregister to ensure a space in class. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with a 50% deposit required. Workshops must be paid in full at time of registration. Balance is due on the first day of class. Lillstreet accepts payments by VISA, Master Card, American Express or Discover. Checks should be made payable to Lillstreet Art Center.

HOLIDAYS AND MISSED CLASSES For classes that fall on holidays, it is up to individual teachers and students to decide whether to hold the class or to schedule a make up class later in the session. Missed classes may only be made up within the same class session.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS Students may be required to purchase a tool kit from Lillstreet, or other materials in order to complete class work. Unless otherwise specified, materials will be provided for the first class session and students will receive a supply list for purchase.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDSPLEASE READ CAREFULLY

CANCELLATIONSClasses are canceled when enrollment minimums are not reached. Students will be notified if classes are canceled and will be eligible for a full refund or class credit. Tuition credits are good indefinitely toward any classes, workshops or gallery items and are not redeemable for cash under any circumstances.

REFUND POLICY FOR DROPPED CLASSESAND WORKSHOPSTuition is refundable for all classes and workshops dropped one week prior to the session start date, minus a $40 processing fee. Classes dropped during the week prior to the start of the class session are eligible for a studio credit only (no refunds). Classes dropped during the first week of the session are eligible for a 50% studio credit (no refund). Classes dropped after the first week of the session are not eligible for a credit or refund except in cases of documented medical emergency with physician’s note. Students are responsible for notifying the Lillstreet staff that they wish to drop a class or workshop. Not attending class does not constitute an official withdrawal or cancellation of tuition or fees. See complete policy information at lillstreet.com

M e M b e r s H i P b e n e F i T sBe a part of the Lillstreet Community by becoming a

member today. You will join a supportive and friendly art

community and have access to all the great benefits listed

below:

Artist Membership: $40/year• Discounts on classes and workshops

• VIP membership card

• Discounts at participating art supply stores and other community services

• Invitations to exciting and unique workshops and events

• Free gift

• 10% off of gallery purchases

Household Membership: $75/year (for 2 people)

Receive all the benefits of an Artist Membership plus:

• Attend an available workshop and receive a 2-for-1 offer (one per year)

• Members’ price on children’s camps (for 2 people)

Family Membership: $110/year (for 3 or more people)

Receive all of the benefits above plus:

•One free family workshop per year, subject to availability

•Member’s price on children’s camps (entire family)

Please note that the membership discounts only apply to the person or people whose names are on the membership card.

G e T T i n G T o l i l l s T r e e TWe are located on the northeast corner of Montrose and

Ravenswood. Public Transportation: Take the CTA Brown

Line to Montrose, or use Montrose Bus #78. The Metra Union

Pacific North line Ravenswood stop is located four blocks

north of Lillstreet. By Car: We are three blocks west of

Ashland and four blocks east of Damen. On-street parking is

available. Find directions online at our website lillstreet.com.

C U s T o M C l A s s e s , C o r P o r A T e e V e n T s , A n d P r i V A T e P A r T i e sLillstreet Art Center is the perfect place for your next

office retreat, class field trip, family reunion, girls night out,

team-building event . . . any type of gathering! Our creative

staff is eager to customize a special class to fit the needs of

your group. Enjoy a creative, hands-on artmaking experience

with friends or coworkers. No experience necessary! Just

call or stop by the front desk to make arrangements for your

unique event. 773-769-4226.

PoliCies & ProCedUres

FALL SESSION

Dropped on or before 9/2/12

Dropped between 9/3/12-9/9/12

Dropped between 9/10/12-9/16/12

Dropped after 9/16/12

Adult/Child Classes

Refund minus $40 or full class credit

No refund – class credit only

No refund – half class credit

No refund or class credit

Workshops If dropped one full week prior to start date, refund minus $40 or full class credit.

If dropped 3-6 days before start date, no refunds – class credit only.

If dropped less than 3 days before start of workshop, no refund or class credit.


OUR MOST DIVERSE SEASON TO DATE

lillstreet gallery

enhances the educational

mission of Lillstreet Art

Center by offering students

and visitors an opportunity

to explore and be inspired

by the work of emerging and

established artists.

This fall we are excited to

present our most diverse

season to date. More than 150

artists from across the nation

will exhibit work ranging

from small-scale sculptures

to letterpress posters

and handcrafted jewelry

to painting, textiles, and

ceramics. Weekend jewelry

trunk shows and a monthly

featured artist series add

more variety to our robust

exhibition programming.

5th annual lillstreet international:the perfect plateAugust 17 – September 14Reception: Friday, August 17Image: Jon Glabus

63: small-scale works bymembers of chicago sculpture international September 25 – october 14 Reception: Friday, September 28Image: Ron Gard

lillstreet student member showoctober 22 – october 28Reception: Friday, october 26Image: Carla Nessa

graphic noise:gig posters by members of the chicago printers guildNovember 2 – 25Reception: Friday, November 2Image: Matthew Ginsberg

let there be light:lillstreet’s 37th annual holiday show & saleNovember 30 – December 31Reception and Holiday Party: Friday, November 30Image: Mariko Brown

LILLSTREET ART CENTER | 4401 N. RAVENSWOOD | CHICAGO | 773 769 4226 | LILLSTREETGALLERY.COM

OUR MOST DIVERSE SEASON TO DATE

Experience

Documents

Lillstreet Art Center Fall 2012 Catalogue