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Vance Wall Art Education Center Yard School of Art Winter 2017 Art Classes

Members’ priority registration: November 28, 2016 Open Registration: December 5, 2016 Register online at montclairartmuseum.org, mail or fax the registration form from the last page of the brochure, or call 973-259-5139. Classes begin the week of January 9, 2017 and run for 10 weeks, unless otherwise noted. ADULT CLASSES Ceramics Materials, glazing and firing included in tuition. 200AC The Wheel Thrown Vessel Mondays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $345 members $375 nonmembers Explore the possibilities of creating beautiful pottery on the wheel. Intended for students who have never used the potter’s wheel, or for those who are continuing to build their basic skills, this course will cover methods of centering clay and throwing bowl and cylinder forms, such as mugs and vases. Students will also learn how to finish their pots using standard decorating and glazing techniques. 101AC On and Off the Wheel Mondays 7–9:30 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $345 members $375 nonmembers This course will offer a personal, hands-on approach to creating functional and/or decorative clay pieces, using both hand building and wheel throwing techniques that will be glazed and kiln-fired. We will explore the fundamentals of working with the clay itself, necessary tools, surface treatments, and glazing. Possible project ideas and approaches include cups, bowls, vases, tiles, sculptures, the use of molds and stamps, and the use of found objects to create texture. All levels welcome. 100AG Explorations in Glass Fusing and Slumping Tuesdays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lisa Westheimer

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$345 members $375 nonmembers Discover the unique medium of kiln-fused glass! This course will offer students the opportunity to cut, design and assemble glass to make lasting functional and decorative works of art and jewelry. Students will learn the basic properties of melting glass in a kiln, as well as slumping into molds and cold working for achieving various shapes and functions. Explore possibilities such as creating platters and dishes, jewelry, and purely decorative objects. All levels welcome. 301AC Intermediate/Advanced Wheel Throwing Tuesdays 7–9:30 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $345 members $375 nonmembers For students who have mastered basic wheel throwing skills such as centering, pulling, and trimming, we have designed a course that takes you to the next level. This class provides demonstrations and instruction on more complex forms (e.g. handles, altered forms, surface texture, multiple parts, and large vessels), coupled with constructive evaluation of students’ work. The instructor will demonstrate projects, such as bowls, covered jars (round and oval), pitchers, vases, and twice thrown trays. Advanced students will be encouraged to work independently. Students will have the opportunity to explore studio glazes and incorporate the results into their pottery. 100AC Beginning Pottery Thursdays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $345 members $375 nonmembers This hands-on class for clay novices will cover both hand building and potter’s wheel methods. Learn all about the clay forming process and basic glazing techniques. Students will observe instructor demonstrations and receive personalized attention. As always, students will be encouraged to express their individuality while making beautiful pottery in a supportive and lively atmosphere. 300AC Functional Ware Thursdays 7–9:30 p.m. Carla Horowitz $345 members $375 nonmembers In this class we will discuss where form meets function to create pots that interest and intrigue your creative spirit. The main focus will be on making functional pottery for everyday use. The instructor will help you to learn to make well-balanced pots, on the utilitarian level, both visually and aesthetically. We will discuss how pots have evolved over thousands of years, from early Mesopotamia and Native American pottery, to traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, and today's creative yet functional work. 105AC All-Levels Wheel Throwing Saturdays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Stephanie Castellano

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$345 members $375 nonmembers This class will provide focused instruction on the potter’s wheel. Demonstrations are given at the beginning of each class, according to skill level, and the remainder of time is dedicated to your personal projects. Beginner demos include cups, bowls, handles, plates and creamers. Intermediate and advanced level demos will cover large bowls, vases, pitchers, oval forms, lidded jars, teapots, joined forms, sets and altered forms. Glazing techniques to fit your forms will also be included. Come try your hand on the wheel! Ceramics Open Studio Hours The Ceramics Studio offers Open Studio time to its currently enrolled adult students. During designated hours, students will be welcome to use the Studio’s facility and equipment to continue working on projects done in class, as well as independent projects. Please check the bulletin board in the entranceway for Open Studio dates and times. For more information, please call 973-259-5152. Off-Site Raku Firings and Wheel Throwing Demonstrations If you are interested in scheduling a Raku Firing session, or a Wheel Throwing Demonstration for your school or organization, please contact ceramics@montclairartmuseum.org, or call 973-259-5152. Illustration and Drawing 100AD Introduction to Drawing Mondays 7–9:30 p.m. Marion Held $260 members $290 nonmembers This class is an introduction to the art of drawing for the novice or those wishing to enhance their skills. Students will complete exercises in all aspects of drawing including the expressive line, light, shade and tonal values, and study of structural planes. The class will include three sessions with a model. Course includes an overview of different mediums and papers. 200AI Introduction to Writing & Illustrating Children’s Books Wednesdays 7–9:30 p.m. Kristine Lombardi $260 members $290 nonmembers This is an introductory course to the world of children’s books. Learn the basics of the trade from story development, character studies, and pagination, to creating your own book “dummy” for pitching stories to publishers. Students will be assigned projects to understand the process of sketching, moving to final color, text placement, and gutter allowance. Time will be spent developing the students’ individual book ideas, discussing portfolio preparation, submission guidelines and researching the marketplace. Painting 300APL

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Landscape Oil Painting Two classes offered: • Mondays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. • Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Gary Godbee $270 members $300 nonmembers This course is for the intermediate student who wishes to learn techniques of landscape painting with oils. Emphasis is placed on the atmospheric effects of light and shade, tonal values, and the process of uniting these elements into a balanced composition. Students can use reference materials such as photographs or take subject matter directly from nature. Individual attention will be provided, allowing each person to express his/her own unique style. 200APD Foolproof Painting: Using Color Theory and Principles of Pictorial Design Mondays 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Janet Boltax $270 members $300 nonmembers Whether you paint with oil or acrylic; whether you paint representationally or abstractly, knowledge of color theory and fundamental design principles are essential components of good painting. This class offers an analytical approach to color and design to help you develop as a painter. You will learn a step-by-step approach to mixing and achieving the “right” color and value, the relationships between colors, and how to achieve a pleasing composition. The class will include a study of how artists have achieved successful use of color and design in their paintings. All levels welcome. 200AP Introduction to Painting Mondays 7–9:30 p.m. Suzanne Baron $260 members $290 nonmembers Learn the techniques of oil and acrylic painting in a fun, hands-on environment. This course is designed for the beginner or intermediate student who would like to brush-up on the basics. This class will cover how to choose the right materials, as well as learn the basics of color theory and composition so you can create a painting. Work in a supportive atmosphere that develops a personal statement. Model fees included for three sessions. 300APD Atelier: Painting and Drawing Tuesdays 1:30–4 p.m. Robert Kogge $260 members $290 nonmembers This class welcomes beginners and advanced students to work in any two dimensional medium and style that best suits their personal vision. To whatever form a student chooses, the task of balancing elements such as color, form, harmony, line, mass, pattern, rhythm, shape, space, texture, tone, value, and volume will be addressed. Whether it is traditional or experimental, how one creates will be regarded with heightened importance in relation to what one creates. Students may use reference materials such as photographs or take their subject matter directly from nature. Individual attention and guidance will be provided to all.

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NEW! 500AP Advanced Painting/Open Studio Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Julian Tejera $265 members $295 nonmembers Work on independent projects in a constructive, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you wish to develop a series of paintings, work on a still life, or focus improving on specific technical areas, this class allows the student flexibility to pursue that goal with personalized instructor feedback. A model will also be available for part of the class. All media and subject matter welcome. 301AP Matisse & American Art: Exploring Line, Shape & Color Wednesdays 1–4 p.m. Julian Tejera $280 members $310 nonmembers Henri Matisse used bold lines, graphic shapes, and expressive color to fill his masterful compositions with energy. In this class, students will explore the exhibition Matisse & American Art, examining the works for inspiration to create their own drawings and paintings. Subject matter will range from still life to figure in an environment, with a focus on efficiency of line, design and composition, and bold color. For students with some experience with oils/acrylics and/or drawing media. 302AP The Painterly Portrait and Expressive Portrait Drawing Wednesdays 7–9:30 p.m. Janet Boltax $275 members $305 nonmembers For students with an expressive nature, this class will explore the techniques for creating more painterly portraits. Working from a model, students will learn to paint portraits with courage and vigor in the spirit of John Singer Sargent, Robert Henri, Lucian Freud, and Alice Neel. Students will be taught the basics of achieving a likeness and mixing accurate flesh tones, but will also be encouraged to push the limits of traditional portrait painting by using bolder colors and brush strokes to unleash their individual temperaments and visions. 303AP Portraiture Two classes offered: • Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. • Thursdays, 1–4 p.m. Gary Godbee $280 members $310 nonmembers Learn traditional portraiture with the use of oils, pastels, or charcoal from direct observation of a live model. This course offers a unique study of the structure and proportions of the face. Through demonstrations and individual instruction, each student will achieve an understanding of the head and features, color mixture, tonal values, and composition. All levels welcome. 305APW

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Watercolor Techniques Four classes offered: • Wednesdays, 7–9:30 p.m. • Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. • Fridays, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. • Fridays, 1:30–4 p.m. Sharon Pitts $270 members $300 nonmembers Watercolor is a beautiful and versatile medium. This course emphasizes the creative use of the paint and goes beyond the general information found in “how-to” books. Subject matter includes florals, still life, and landscape, both plein air and from photos. We will concentrate on use of the palette, texture, composition, values, design, and color work. Demonstrations will give students a basis for starting their own work and individual attention is provided to encourage each student to find his or her own direction. All levels welcome. Short Course: 300APW Exploring Matisse & American Art in Watercolor Thursdays Six weeks: February 9–March 16 1:30–4 p.m. Sharon Pitts $170 members $200 nonmembers It is a time-honored tradition for artists to learn and be inspired by the work of other artists. This special topic class will visit the Museum’s exhibition Matisse & American Art and discuss a range of possibilities to inform our own work based on the rich array of art on view. In the studio, we will interpret our discoveries to produce our own works in watercolor. This course requires some watercolor experience. Mixed Media and Pastel 100AMM Layered Imagery: An Exploration in Collage Two classes offered: • Mondays, 1:30–4 p.m. • Thursdays, 1–3:30 p.m. Barbara Minch $260 members $290 nonmembers Experience collage in a brand new way. Using a layering system, create unique and unusual compositions where no two collages look alike. Through this process you will learn how to tap into your subconscious for a more intuitive imagery. We will also work with the three dimensional technique of glue and gel collage. 101AMM Creating Art for Greeting Cards Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. $260 members $290 nonmembers Kristine Lombardi

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Are you crazy for paper stores? Always checking out cards and stationery? Would you like to see your art on cards? This class will introduce you to the world of greeting cards. We will review the industry, developing personal style and marketing of your designs. Each student will develop a portfolio of work, ranging from everyday cards to niche and holiday. 600APP Independent Study: Landscape 2 Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Catherine Kinkade $270 members $300 nonmembers Independent Study is essentially a graduate student seminar about painting en plein air: students design their own projects in any medium. The winter semester allows for an in-depth study of topics addressed on site when the weather permits. This semester the class has chosen to compare color study techniques using watercolor, gouache or pastel; underpainting and under-drawing; and to address tonal hues and metallics. Open to artists already comfortable in at least one medium. No plein air experience necessary. For intermediate and advanced students. Printmaking 400APM Printmaking Intensive Tuesdays 1–4 p.m. Dorothy Cochran $270 members $300 nonmembers This is an advanced studio class for artists that have some printmaking experience and want to raise the bar on their studio practice and individual skill base. Experiments in relief and intaglio methods such as collagraph, solarplate, drypoint, paper lithography, and carborundum will be some of the processes to be explored. Group and individual projects will be based on consultation with the instructor and development of individual goals. Class interactions will include current exhibitions, the history of printmaking and group critiques in a supportive community of artists. 201APM Pursuing Matisse with Monotype Wednesdays 1–4 p.m. Dorothy Cochran $270 members $300 nonmembers Inspired by the upcoming exhibition Matisse and American Art, this class will investigate the various themes that Matisse used in his work including figurative subjects, landscape of both interior and exterior viewpoints, the art studio, and finally the exuberant colored compositions of Jazz and abstraction. Working from what we see in the exhibition, we will proceed to creating monotypes with plate, ink, and paper using personal themes based on his influence. Digital Media 200DP

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Digital Photography Techniques Wednesdays 7–9:30 p.m. Anthony Cuneo $300 members $330 nonmembers Create visually compelling images that you can be proud to display in your home, or in your portfolio. This course will cover a variety of techniques to achieve unique and artful photographs. Learn about the settings and functions of your digital camera, subject and composition, and use of visual elements. Shooting assignments will sharpen your mastery and give you a chance to play with a variety of conceptual approaches. Students will also learn how to prepare their photographs for printing, digital projection, and the web. No prior experience required. Students should bring their own digital camera to class (point and shoot or DSLR). 100GD Introduction to Graphic Design Tuesdays 7–9:30 p.m. William Sweeney $300 members $330 nonmembers This course will explore the trade and industry of graphic design, providing a foundation to the student who is considering either branching out, or making graphic design their creative path. We will cover topics including print media, marketing and branding, and info-graphics. Students will develop an understanding of the key principles of design such as: balance, contrast, repetition, alignment, proximity, and scale. There will be a mix of lecture and discussion, technical instruction and critique. Students will develop a level of competency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and will come away with an improved understanding of how to create a graphic design portfolio. NEW! 100DM Art Preparation for Web and Print Fridays 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. William Sweeney $300 members $330 nonmembers This class will be a specific examination and comparison of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, including how the applications are similar and different, what resolution is and how it applies to both print and the web, and what file forms are required for usage within the media. Learn about the differences in vector and raster artwork, and the file formats necessary for print and for web. Adult Workshops Video Editing: Intro to Adobe Premiere Pro with Montclair Film Festival (Ages 15+) Choice of Saturday: • January 21 • March 4 12:30–3:30 p.m. $40 members (MAM and MFF) $60 nonmembers Learn to edit your video footage like a professional in partnership with Montclair Film Festival! This one-day beginner workshop will cover the interface, controls, and features of the industry-

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standard software Adobe Premiere Pro. Whether you're aspiring to make simple home movies, YouTube shorts, or the next Hollywood blockbuster, Premiere Pro is an affordable and user-friendly way to get the job done. To register, visit montclairfilmfest.org Gelatin Plate Printmaking Sunday, January 22 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Dorothy Cochran $90 members $110 nonmembers Making monotypes with gelatin plates without a press is one of the easiest and most enjoyable methods of printmaking. In this one-day workshop, students will use acrylic paint and water-based ink to roll, brush, stamp, layer, and texture color onto a reusable gelatin plate that will be printed on a variety of papers. These colorful abstract or realistic images can be further embellished with collage, digital transfers, beads, and stitchery. Almost Spring Bling: Glass Jewelry Making Sunday, January 22 12–3 p.m. Lisa Westheimer $75 members $95 nonmembers Discover the fun of making jewelry with fused glass. Students will assemble colorful pieces of glass to create stunning original jewelry and be shown how to mount them onto findings that are provided. Pieces will be kiln-fused and ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after the workshop. Spend a relaxing afternoon creating stunning original jewelry! Wine & Wheel with Friends Choice of Friday: • January 27 • March 17 7–9:30 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $50 members $70 nonmembers Create with clay while sipping cabernet! Gather your friends to try your hands at the potter’s wheel in a relaxed, fun, and light-hearted environment. After an instructor demonstration, participants will make wheel thrown objects such as cups, bowls, or vases. Select from a variety of glazes to complete your piece. Finished pieces will be ready to pick up in two to three weeks, on average. Event is BYOB; light snacks are provided. iPhone Photography Saturday, January 28 12:30–3:30 p.m. Deborah Guzman-Meyer $40 members $60 nonmembers The best camera is the one you have with you. Yes, that iPhone in your pocket has a great camera. Go beyond the simple snapshot and learn the tips and tricks of taking stunning photos with your smart phone. Maximize the potential of those photo-editing apps and learn the best ways to crop, color, and store your pictures both in and out of your iPhone. You will be amazed at what you can do. And so will your friends. The Art of Plasma Cutting Sunday, January 29 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Darin Wacs $75 members $95 nonmembers Learn to make sculptures by cutting shapes out of metal! Students will transform flat metal shapes into unique three-dimensional works of art. Safe use of a plasma torch will be taught as students explore this exciting medium. Imagery through Collage Sunday, January 29 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Barbara Minch $80 members $100 nonmembers If you love collage but didn’t think you could do it, this workshop is for you. Using magazine imagery, students will learn to layer and design unusual compositions with surprising results. This process allows you to tap into your subconscious and work more intuitively. Students should bring scissors or an X-ACTO knife, permanent glue sticks, and high quality drawing paper. Magazines will be provided for images. Pop Art with Photoshop Saturday, February 11 12:30–3:30 p.m. Deborah Guzman-Meyer $40 members $60 nonmembers Take your favorite portrait to another level by turning it into Pop Art. Students will learn how to transform an image using basic Adobe Photoshop tools and create a one-of-a-kind reproduction. Students should bring a JPEG or TIFF file on a flash drive and should have a basic understanding of using a Mac computer. Prior Photoshop experience is NOT required. Introduction to Wheel Throwing Choice of Sunday: • February 12 • March 5 12–3 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $60 members $80 nonmembers Is learning the potter’s wheel on your bucket list? This one-day workshop is a basic introduction to the fundamentals of the potter’s wheel. Students learn basic pottery techniques that will help them to create unique and personal pieces out of stoneware. Students select glazes and return to pick up their fired pots at the end of the semester. All supplies are provided. Silk Painting Inspired by Matisse Sunday, February 12 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Ritika Gandhi $90 members $110 nonmembers Learn how to bring designs to life on silk! Students will create sketches inspired by the artwork of Henri Matisse, and then translate these into silk paintings. At the end of the workshop, students will have at least two original pieces of artwork that are ready to frame. All levels welcome. A $30.00 materials fee is not included in tuition, includes all supplies, and is payable to the instructor at the start of the workshop.

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Examining Infrastructure Sunday, February 19 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Suzanne Baron $75 members $95 nonmembers Make a painting based on Dannielle Tegeder’s installation, Infrastructure. An initial lesson on linear perspective will address Tegeder’s focus on architecture, followed by a discussion of the tools and processes that the artist uses. Students will learn to distort basic geometric shapes using linear perspective as a way of constructing dynamic tension. Architectural templates and painters’ tape will also be used to design precise lines and further create a sense of movement and energy. Sketch Comedy Writing Sunday, February 19 12–4 p.m. Ryan Moore $40 members $60 nonmembers Want to learn how to write well-structured, hilarious sketch comedy? This workshop with teach students how to shape characters, utilize a straight man, heighten jokes, and format a professional, effective sketch comedy script. Students will watch and break down classic comedy sketches before writing and presenting their own. No previous writing experience required. Remarkable Marks: Abstraction Saturday, February 25 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Pat Butynski $80 members $100 nonmembers This workshop will introduce students to the world of abstract drawing and painting. Through demonstration, critique, and plenty of hands on application, students will awaken the inner fire needed to make expressive, lively art. As a visual jumpstart, this workshop will catapult students into making remarkable works through the art of the mark! Art of the Zentangle Saturday, February 25 12–3 p.m. Nanci Iovino $40 members $60 nonmembers Learn the Zentangle Method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns and structured doodles. This is an art form for beginners and experts that increases focus, creativity, and provides artistic satisfaction while being fun and relaxing. Website Design Intensive Saturday, February 25 12:30–4:30 p.m. William Sweeney $60 members $80 nonmembers Have you always wanted to make a website, but could never find the time to learn how? This one-day intensive workshop will show you the ropes and jumpstart you on your way to creating a professional quality website. With instructor supplied samples, learn how Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop factor into the production of web design and then lay out a website in the web authoring program Dreamweaver.

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Matisse Cut-Outs: Inked and Printed Monotypes Sunday, February 26 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Dorothy Cochran $90 members $110 nonmembers Inspired by MAM’s exhibition, Matisse and American Art, participants will create their own lively cut-outs from Yupo, a synthetic paper support, then assemble the cut pieces into balanced compositions by inking each piece with soy based Akua Ink and printing them on fine art paper. The result is a dynamic and decorative two-dimensional print. All levels are welcome. Collage: Layer Like Matisse Sunday, February 26 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Barbara Minch $80 members $100 nonmembers Surprise yourself by creating an original three-layered collage using magazines and personal photos. Students will then deconstruct their collages into the flat design style of Matisse. All levels welcome. NEW! Alcohol Ink Painting Sunday, March 12 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Ritika Gandhi $90 members $110 nonmembers Using alcohol inks is a fun way to create interesting paintings and to add color to different surfaces such as glass and metals. Alcohol ink is an acid-free, highly pigmented, and fast-drying medium to be used on non-porous surfaces. Mixing colors can create a vibrant marbled effect and the possibilities are limited only by what you are willing to try. Screenwriting Intensive 101 Sunday, March 12 12–3 p.m. Michael Stabile & Evan Dickerson $25 members $35 nonmembers Have you always wanted to write a movie or TV show? Students will discover what it takes to create an effective script for the screen through learning about film and television story structure and screenplay formatting. Students will examine the pages of acclaimed industry professional writers and learn the craft of screenwriting—from how to create scenes that jump off the page and grab the audience to generating authentic dialogue. No previous writing experience required. CHILDREN’S CLASSES Classes limited to 15 students unless otherwise noted. All supplies are provided for children and young teen (ages 12–15) classes. Ages 4–5 101KE Studio Explorers

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Tuesdays 4:15–5 p.m. Aggie Wszolkowska $240 members $270 nonmembers The perfect introductory class for our younger students, this course will include painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, and some sculpture. Emphasis will be placed on imagination, creative expression, and skills that will help children to develop hand-eye coordination. NEW! 102KE First Impressions Fridays, 4:15 – 5 p.m. Aggie Wszolkowska $240 members $270 nonmembers Inspired by the art of the Impressionists, our youngest artists will develop motor and observational skills while learning to use fine art materials in the art studio. Ages 5–7 101KC Pint-Sized Potters Tuesdays 4–5 p.m. Michael Ferrari $280 members $310 nonmembers For our youngest pottery enthusiasts, this class will give students the chance to explore the tactile art of clay. Basic clay sculpting techniques will be covered and projects will include pinch and coil pots, cups, sculpted clay figures, and more fun and funky vessels. All works will be either painted, or glazed and kiln fired, and will surely be treasured for years to come! 202KM Animal Tales Wednesdays 4–5 p.m. Nanci Iovino $240 members $270 nonmembers Using our favorite tales, visits to the Museum’s galleries, and our imaginations as inspiration, we will create our own characters and develop their stories. 103KB Creatures & Animals Fridays 4–5 p.m. Nanci Iovino $240 members $270 nonmembers Art gone wild! This class will explore a new creature each week. Inspired by real animals, mythological creatures, and creations all their own, students will draw, paint, collage, and sculpt interpretations of these creatures, inspired by their imaginations as well as fun facts and discussions about the animals’ habitat and more.

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104KB Beyond the Playground Saturdays 10–11 a.m. Aggie Wszolkowska $240 members $270 nonmembers Children will be introduced to many fine art techniques that use childhood themes as a springboard, and will use everyday experiences as inspiration. The young artists’ favorite people, places, animals, and things are some of the themes explored. Painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, collage, and printmaking will be taught in an encouraging atmosphere. Ages 6–8 105KB Draw, Paint, Twist and Stretch! Mondays 4–5 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $240 members $270 nonmembers This class introduces young artists to building, design, color and drawing. Imagine the possibilities! Two and three-dimensional projects will incorporate techniques ranging from painting to paper-maché, and learning to sculpt with found objects. Projects will use both recycled and fine art materials to create unique and memorable works of art. 203KM Meet Matisse! Wednesdays 4–5 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $240 members $270 nonmembers Imagination rules in this whimsical class exploring visionary artist Henri Matisse. Students will visit the galleries and see how Henri Matisse inspired and influenced American artists. We will study Matisse’s artwork and how he used unusual colors and compositions in his portraits, landscapes, sculptures, cutouts, prints, and more. 301KD Comic Book Art Adventures (Ages 7–10) Wednesdays 4:30–6 p.m. Vicki Arlein $250 members $280 nonmembers Have fun creating your own comic book with your own superheroes, creatures, or people. You'll learn about making comic books as you plan and draw your story with characters that talk, walk, run or fly! When our class is done, you can bring "published" copies of your comic book home to share with family and friends. 103KC Universe of Clay Thursdays 4–5 p.m.

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Peg Kenselaar $280 members $310 nonmembers Learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel and hand build with kiln clay. Projects will be both functional and/or decorative, and will cover cultural and whimsical themes. Learn the proper use of clay tools, sculpting techniques, surface design and decoration, as well as glazing. Some projects will include bowls, mugs, animals, boxes, plates, miniature figures, masks and more! All pieces are glazed by dipping or painting, and then fired in the kiln. 100KD Beyond the Sketchbook I Thursdays 4–5 p.m. Nanci Iovino $240 members $270 nonmembers Fun yet focused, this course is for young artists who have a passion for drawing. Explore basic and essential drawing and rendering techniques, including shading, perspective, form, line, and composition through a series of fun and challenging projects. Using a variety of fine art drawing mediums, this course will develop a set of skills for students who are serious about sketching. 200KS Funky Sculpture Saturdays 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Aggie Wszolkowska $240 members $270 nonmembers Push the limits of your imagination in this fun and funky class! Students will create wild and whimsical sculptures, both fantastic and functional, using a variety of traditional, and nontraditional materials, as well as objects of personal meaning brought from home. From Calder-inspired mobiles and made-up machines to silly skyscrapers and paper-mache palaces, this class will be sure to inspire and challenge. Ages 8–12 200KA Lego Animation Mondays 4:30–6 p.m. Ryan Moore $250 members $280 nonmembers Everything is awesome in this unique class that teaches young students the art of stop-motion animation using Lego™ building blocks. Students will have the opportunity to create sets and characters, creating exciting short films that set them on the path to becoming a master builder. With a focus on visual storytelling techniques, Lego Animation is the perfect class to let your imagination run wild! 106KB Creative Crafts Tuesdays 4–5 p.m. $240 members

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$270 nonmembers Peg Kenselaar For kids who love to experiment with different functional and decorative crafts, this class will offer projects such as beading, the basics of hand sewing, weaving and quilting, paper arts and collage, stamp making and more! 200GS Gallery Sketching Fridays 4–5 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $240 members $270 nonmembers Students will be enriched by the diverse array of artwork from the current exhibitions and build confidence in their art-making practice. While in the galleries, pencil will be the primary medium, but there will be opportunity to embellish works with watercolor, pastel, colored pencils, and charcoal. A variety of papers and collage techniques will be explored as well. 101KD Beyond the Sketchbook II Thursdays 5:15–6:15 p.m. Nanci Iovino $240 members $270 nonmembers For young artists who have a passion for drawing, this course will explore basic and essential drawing and rendering techniques, including shading, perspective, form, line, and composition through a series of fun and challenging projects. Using a variety of fine art drawing mediums, this course will develop a set of skills for students who are serious about sketching. 103KW Pottery on the Wheel Three classes offered: • Mondays, 4:30–6 p.m. with April Clark • Fridays, 4:30–6 p.m. with Danielle Kotopoulis • Saturdays, 1–2:30 p.m. with Ashley Hanania $300 members $330 nonmembers This class offers older children the opportunity to work exclusively on the wheel. Gain a solid foundation of throwing techniques while creating bowls, pots, vases, and more. Hand building, sculpture techniques, glazing and texturing will also be covered. Personal expression is encouraged! 100KDP Digital Photography Wednesdays 4–5:30 p.m. Deborah Guzmán-Meyer $250 members $280 nonmembers Learn to capture the beauty of the world us! Students will learn how to get the most out of their digital cameras through a range of fun hands-on activities covering how a lens and shutter work, composition, light, and contrast. Students will also learn how to perform some basic editing techniques using Photoshop CC. Canon point-and-shoot cameras will be available, but students may bring their own camera as well. No previous experience required.

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202KD Write, Illustrate, Create! Wednesdays 5:15–6:15 p.m. Aggie Wszolkowska $240 members $270 nonmembers Tell your story! For aspiring authors and artists, this class will combine creative writing exercises with the art of bookmaking. Students will learn to illustrate their stories, design, and create their own books using fine art techniques and materials. 200KP Drawing and Painting (Ages 8–10) Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m. Liz Seaton $250 members $280 nonmembers This class will explore a variety of techniques that allow for creative expression in a fun and supportive atmosphere. A selection of visual resources will be used to introduce styles, techniques and artists, and as inspiration for some of the lessons. 220KP Intermediate Drawing and Painting (Ages 10–12) Saturdays 12–1:30 p.m. Liz Seaton $250 members $280 nonmembers A more challenging version of our earlier program on Saturday designed for a slightly older student. Fine art mediums are used to explore styles, techniques, and the formal elements of art making in a creative and supportive atmosphere. 300FI Fashion Illustration Mondays 4:30–6 p.m. Nanci Iovino $250 members $280 nonmembers Calling all fashionistas to explore the art of fashion. While focusing on the exaggerated fashion figure and today's trends, students will explore sketching, design, basic sewing and mixed media to transform their fashions into art. 301KA Digital Animation Tuesdays 4:30–6 p.m. Amanda Droussiotis $230 members $250 nonmembers Do you love cartoons and animated movies? Held in our Digital Media Lab, this class lets you become the author, director, and animator of your own personal cartoon. Students will learn traditional 2D animation as seen in Disney films and utilize Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro and Photoshop to make a short film they will take home on DVD to share with friends and family.

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Children’s Workshops Making the Lego Movie (Ages 8–12) Sunday, January 22 12–3:30 p.m. Ryan Moore $75 members $95 nonmembers Discover the fun of stop-motion animation by making your own movie with Lego building blocks. Students will build sets, create characters, work together, and produce short animated films. The only limit is your own imagination. Parent & Child Ceramics (Ages 5+) Choice of Sunday: • January 29 • March 12 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Danielle Kotopoulis $60 members $80 nonmembers Students will create decorative and functional cookie jars out of clay while learning about basic slab construction, stamp usage, textures, and will choose a glaze to personalize their lidded jar. All jars will be kiln fired, food-safe, and ready for winter holiday cookies! Price is per parent and child pair. Parent & Child No Sew Fabric Crafting (Ages 5+) Saturday, February 11 1–3 p.m. Nanci Iovino $40 members $60 nonmembers Work together with your child to make a textured tile or wall hanging and experiment with throwing on the potter's wheel. Workshop participants will view demonstrations of the various steps involved in wheel throwing and have time for guided practice. Additionally, participants will use a variety of stamps and texturing implements to design their own "family" tile or wall piece. Students are encouraged to bring texture objects to class. Price is per parent and child pair. Mini-Matisse Collage (Ages 5–9) Sunday, February 12 12–2 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $35 members $45 nonmembers Take a tour of Matisse and American Art and then create a collage panel with hand painted papers in the style of Matisse. Superhero Green Screen Filmmaking (Ages 8–12) Sunday, February 12 12–2:30 p.m. Evan Dickerson $85 members $105 nonmembers Lights, Camera, Action! Spend the day as a superhero while learning how to create Hollywood-style visual effects. Students will perform exciting action scenes in front of a green screen and

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composite superhero motion graphics with Adobe Suite editing software. Take home your movie in stunning high-definition and impress your friends and family with your superpowers! Animal Paintings Inspired by Matisse (Ages 5–9) Sunday, February 19 12–2 p.m. Peg Kenselaar $35 members $55 nonmembers Take a tour through Matisse and American Art and then create your own animal painting with stark contrast and bright colors, just like Henri Matisse. Spiraled Coiled Picture Frame (Ages 7–10) Sunday, February 26 12–2 p.m. Ashley Hanania $40 members $60 nonmembers Create a one-of-a-kind textured picture frame by personalizing it with coil spirals and spheres. Frames will be kiln fired and perfect for displaying that special photograph. Vacation Camps Students will have the opportunity to be engaged and enriched with art while school is out. We will paint, draw, sculpt, work with clay, digital media, mixed media, and collage in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Students will learn fine art techniques while exploring a variety of exciting and stimulating themes. Taught by the Museum’s professional art educators, our camps are the perfect activity for your young artist! Tuesday, December 27–Friday, December 30, 2016 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Themes: Draw, Paint, Innovate! (Ages 5–12) $100 per day; $360 for four days for members $130 per day; $390 for four days for nonmembers From the Renaissance masters to modernists like Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso, to Native American pots and Andy Warhol’s prints, this camp with explore art history’s most famous innovators. Using MAM’s exhibitions as inspiration, we will paint, draw, print, collage and sculpt our own personal masterpieces. Digital Photography (Ages 8–12) $110 per day; $370 for four days for members $140 per day; $400 for four days for nonmembers Students will spend the day discovering how to get the most out of their digital cameras through a range of fun, hands-on activities. Learn about the basic principles of photography—how a lens and shutter work, composition, light, and contrast, as well as basic editing techniques using Photoshop CC. Canon point-and-shoot cameras will be available for each student, or students may bring their own camera. Pottery Camp (Ages 6–12)

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$120 per day; $400 for four days for members $150 per day; $430 for four days nonmembers This camp offers students the chance to create a variety of kiln-fired pieces; some functional, others decorative, all of which will be treasured for years to come. Held in the Yard School of Art's Ceramics Studio, with a visit to MAM’s galleries included. *Wheel throwing will be offered for children ages 8 and older. Young Teens (Ages 12–15) 200YTD Drawing Mondays 4:30–6 p.m. Julian Tejera $250 members $280 nonmembers Students will draw from direct observation, learning the fundamental elements of line, value, form, perspective, composition, and proportion. Subject matter will vary, and include still life, landscapes, clothed figures, and sketching from the Museum’s collection. 200YTGD Graphic Art and Web Design Mondays 6:30–8 p.m. Joshua Green $275 members $305 nonmembers Students will learn the fundamentals of graphic design and building their own websites that focus on their individual interests. By making personal design choices for fonts, images, colors, and the composition of their websites, students will create a product that expresses their unique voice, while learning and applying real 21st century digital design skills. 300YTP Oil Painting Tuesdays 4:30–6 p.m. Nicole Basalyga $255 members $285 nonmembers Students will be introduced to the technical and perceptual basics of oil painting. Building on the foundation of drawing and compositional skills, color mixing, paint application, and manipulating paint will be used to create form and space. They will paint from still life and use artwork in the Museum as reference. 300YTC Wheel Throwing for Teens Wednesdays 5:15–6:45 p.m. Steve Jaskowak $305 members $335 nonmembers This class is for teens that want to learn to throw pottery on the wheel. Throwing techniques for centering clay, creating bowls and cylinder forms will be covered. In addition, students will gain a

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strong foundation of finishing techniques, such as glazing and texturing. Individual vision and personal expression is valued and encouraged. 200TPM Teen Fine Arts Survey Thursdays 4:30–6:30 p.m. Janice Belove $255 members $285 nonmembers For teens of any age, this is an opportunity to study a range of fine art techniques. Drawing, oil and acrylic painting, printmaking, and mixed media techniques will all be covered in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Teens can refine their skills in their area of interest, or work with a medium they have never tried. All students will leave with a well–rounded and robust knowledge of traditional fine art media, with a touch of experimentation and adventure. 203TDP Digital Photography Saturdays 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Deborah Guzmán-Meyer $275 members $305 nonmembers Students will learn how to maximize the use of their digital cameras to create personal works of art. Through different assignments, students will learn about composition and lighting, as well as camera settings that will give them the creative tools they need to make their art have it's own unique voice. Students will learn how to transform their images using Photoshop CC. Canon point-and-shoot cameras will be available for each student. Students are encouraged to bring their own cameras. For Older Teens (16+) The upper level teen classes (ages 16+) are modeled on college level studio courses and develop formal skills while promoting analytical, critical, and creative thinking. Students are responsible for bringing their own supplies. Students 16 and older may also register for our adult courses. Supply lists can be found online at montclairartmuseum.org. 305TPP Teen Portfolio Preparation Tuesdays 7–9 p.m. Anthony Cuneo $255 members $285 nonmembers The intention of this course is to provide high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to prepare and expand on their portfolio for admission to art school, college, and university. We will examine the application process of what art programs are both in search of, and requiring from your portfolio. The class objectives include art historical references with each project, exploration of various media, life drawing from a nude model, and class critiques. The goal for the students is to enhance their existing portfolio and help prepare them for admission to college. 300TLD Life Drawing Saturdays

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9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. John Atura $280 members $310 nonmembers This course provides an opportunity for older teens and adults to work directly from the figure to explore sketching the human form and anatomy. It is especially useful for students 16 and older who need life drawing experience not provided in the high school art curriculum. Working from the nude model, a classical approach provides the basis for understanding the relationship of form and technique. Students will draw with charcoal, pencil and a variety of other mediums.