Creative Arts, YOUR Non-Profit
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School for Theatre, Music and Art.

25 Woburn St.
Reading, MA 01867
phone: 781.942.9600

Email: info@WeTeachCreativeArts.org

Winter/Spring Office Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11am-6:30pm, Fridays noon-5pm; & by app't

Closed: 5/28

 
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NOW Registering for Winter 2012 Kids & Adult Visual Art Classes...see below or use the drop-down menu to see the offerings!

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    Ages 3-6
    Vacation Week Mixed Bag Media -
    Ages 3-5
    Feb 21-23, 10:30-11:30am
    Instructor: Jenny Walker
    Tuition: $40
    Through imagination and observation students will explore different media,
    techniques and artists. We will experiment with materials and methods to
    create unique projects, build sculptures and paint masterpieces.

    Mixed Bag Media - Ages 4-6
    Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm
    Session 1: 5 wks, Jan 9-Feb 13, no
    class Jan 16, $70
    Session 2: 7 wks, Feb 27-Apr 9, $95
    Session 1 AND 2: 12 weeks, Jan 9-
    April 9, $153 – Savings of $10!
    Through imagination and observation
    students will explore different media,
    techniques and artists. We will
    experiment with materials and
    methods to create unique projects,
    build sculptures and paint
    masterpieces.
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  • Ages 7-11
    Beginning Sculpture - Ages 7-10
    Mondays, 4:45-5:45pm
    Session 1: 5 wks, Jan 9-Feb 13, no
    class Jan 16, $70
    Session 2: 7 wks, Feb 27-Apr 9, $98
    Session 1 AND 2: 12 weeks, Jan 9-April 9, $158 – Savings of $10!
    Take your creativity to the 3rd
    dimension in this multimedia sculpture
    class! Students will learn different
    techniques to realize their ideas with
    paper mache, wire and found objects.


    NEW! Intro to Fibers - Ages 7-10
    Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30
    Instructor: Jenny Walker
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 11-Feb 15, $84
    Session 2: 7 wks, Feb 29-Apr 11, $98
    Session 1 AND 2: 13 weeks, Jan 11-April 11, $172 – Savings of $10!
    From weaving to soft sculpture to wall
    hangings, this class will explore the
    versatility of fibers in contemporary
    art practice.

    Painting Studio - Ages 7-10
    Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
    Instructor: Jenny Walker
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 10-Feb 14, $84
    Session 2: 7 wks, Feb 28-Apr 10, $98
    Session 1 AND 2: 13 weeks, Jan 10-April 10, $172 – Savings of $10!
    Perfect for students that love to paint
    and would like to improve their skills
    with fine arts training. All skill levels
    are welcome!

    Illustration - Ages 7-11
    Thursdays, 5:45-6:45
    Instructor: Dennis Hart
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 12-Feb 16, $84
    Session 2: 7 wks, Mar 1-Apr 12, $98
    Session 1 AND 2: 13 weeks, Jan 12-April 12, $172 – Savings of $10!
    Tell your stories through pictures!
    Students learn how to effectively
    layout stories through the use of story
    boards before creating a final book.
    Studies include character
    development, facial expression,
    motion, and composition.
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    Ages 10-15
    Kinetic Sculpture - Ages 10-14
    Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
    Instructor: Dennis Hart
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 12-Feb 16, $84
    Always enjoyed tinkering with
    machines or building new
    contraptions? Then this is the
    class for you! In this class students
    will explore the challenge of taking
    sculpture off the static pedestal and
    bringing them to life!

    Found Object Sculpture –
    Ages 10-14
    Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
    Instructor: Dennis Hart
    Session 2: 7 wks, Mar 1-Apr 12, $98
    Create new objects through the
    use of recycled materials. Bring
    items from home to help create
    abstract and representational pieces
    of unique artwork. Students will
    sketch ideas and work from
    conception through execution.

    Pottery - Ages 10-14
    Wednesdays, 4:45-6:15pm
    Instructor: Sholeh Regna
    Session 1: 8 wks, Jan 11-Mar 7, $154
    Students will sculpt clay using pinch,
    coil and slab techniques to create
    unique, imaginative and fun projects!
    This class is made possible in part by
    The Harpley Foundation.

    Drawing Studio - Ages 11-15
    Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45pm
    Instructor: Jenny Walker
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 10-Feb 14, $84
    Session 2: 7 wks, Feb 28-Apr 10, $98
    Session 1 AND 2: 13 weeks, Jan 10-April 10, $172 – Savings of $10!
    Hone your skills with this class
    designed to expand ideas and methods
    through the practice and study of
    drawing. From portraiture to Pop Art,
    students will explore drawing through
    different media and art historical
    practices. All skill levels welcome!

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    SPECIAL WORKSHOPS (More may be added throughout the school year, so check back often or watch your email box!)

    Fabulous Holiday Cards Ages 6-12
    Jazz up any gift with a fantastic card made by you! From robots to cool designs, use your imagination to create something unique or simply hilarious!
    Saturday, Dec. 10, 10:30am-12:30pm
    Instructor:
    Tuition: $20 (no registration fee; 1 Sat. / 2 hours)


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    NEW! Glass Blowing Workshop
    for Adults
    Session 1A: Sat & Sun, Jan 7 & 8, 10am-3pm, $325
    Session 1B: Sat & Sun, Jan 14 & 15, 10am-3pm, $325
    Instructor: Sandy Dukeshire
    Location: offsite - Andover, MA
    Learn the basic foundation of glass
    blowing techniques and how
    to correctly use appropriate tools.
    Teamwork, safety, and studio
    etiquette will be stressed. Basic
    exercises will be taught through
    demonstrations and ample practice
    time will be offered so students will
    learn to complete simple blown forms.
    Bring your lunch. Limit 3 students.

    NEW! Stained Glass Workshop for Adults
    Feb 21-23, 6:00-8:00pm, $55
    (registration fee does not apply)
    Instructor: Joanne Jolly-Kay
    Learn the art of Stained Glass in this
    special 3-day workshop! Using the
    copper foil technique, students will
    learn basic skills while creating
    beautiful, small works. This class
    is made possible in part by The
    Harpley Foundation.

    Pottery for Adults
    Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm
    Instructor: Sholeh Regna
    Session 1: 8 wks, Jan 11-Mar 7, $195
    Whether trying clay for the first time
    or coming back to improve skills,
    this class will explore hand building
    techniques from beginner to
    advanced students. Students will
    create functional or abstract pottery in
    a relaxed atmosphere. 25lbs of kiln
    fire clay and glazes are included.
    This class is made possible in part
    by The Harpley Foundation.

    Figure Drawing for Adults
    Thursdays, 7:00-9:00pm
    Instructor: Dennis Hart
    Session 1: 6 wks, Jan 12-Feb 16, $150
    Session 2: 7 wks, Mar 1-Apr 12, $175
    Session 1 AND 2: 13 weeks, Jan 12-April 12, $300 – Savings of $25!
    Use your medium of choice to practice
    drawing the human form through
    timed poses by a live, nude model.
    Easel and ch