Class Descriptions / Adult

September 02, 2010

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Scholarships available

Morning Sessions	Afternoon / Evening Sessions	Weekend Sessions

Morning Sesions

Digital Photography I, with Paul Rogers
Dates: Tuesday - Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26 Time: 10 -12 am
Improve your photography skills during this 4 week workshop. Classroom discussions and equipment demonstrations will prepare participants for photo-ops in historic Stowe village and at scenic spots around town. Specialized close-up techniques will equip the novice and advanced photographer to capture successful images of botanical subjects. The field portion of this workshop will be slow-paced, and will likely be done on paths and even terrain. Students are required to bring their own digital or film camera and appropriate memory cards or film. Recommended gear includes: accessory lenses, tripod, sturdy footwear, raincoat, cap, sunscreen and water. Digital cameras of all levels may be used.

Drywall Stone Building, with Craig Royce
Dates: Saturday - Oct. 9 & 10 Time: 10 am - 4 pm
Learn the art and craft of stone wall building. Stone is our most ancient building material. Our first tools were made of stone. Many of our most ancient structures are made of stone. Come learn this time honored craft from a master stone mason. You will learn by doing as you jump into building a dry laid "no mortar" stone wall with local materials.

Jewelry, with Karla Van Vliet
Date: Thursday - Oct 14 Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Go green and look fabulous all at once! You will learn how to take that old, funky jewelry that you've never worn and make it new and fashionable. Using beads, wire work and sterling silver you will create new pieces out of old. Students should bring two sets of pliers; needle nose and narrow flat nose pliers, and wire cutters, as well old beaded jewelry to take apart, or other beads they wish to work with.

Japanese Woodblock Printing, with Alex Angio
Dates: Saturday - Oct 30, Nov 6, 13, 20 Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Learn the basic techniques in the Japanese tradition of woodblock printing with water-based pigments. This tradition is associated with the earliest lessons of design and color from the Ukiyo-e masters. All aspects of the process will be introduced including use of carving tools, wood preparation, color registration and hand printing. Materials (woodblock, paper, carving tools, pigments) are included, however early sign-up is necessary so that they can be ordered! DEADLINE for registration is: Friday, Oct. 15th.

Afternoon / Evening Sessions

Digital Photography II, with Bob Straus
Date: Thursday - Oct 14 Time: 1 - 5 pm
Spend an afternoon with Bob Straus, a professional commercial photographer for over 40 years. He's traveled the world on assignment, with a client list that includes CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox Sports, Arnold Palmer Enterprises, Nike, NFL, NBA, USTA, USGA, Popular Photography, Time, Sports Illustrated, Penske Racing, Polo Ralph Lauren, and CARE. Learn about shooting in various conditions with a film mindset. Spend time in the field honing your digital photography skills in order to make the best possible images. Basic photography skills are required for this intermediate level workshop. Rain date: October 21st.

Figure drawing, with Marie LaPreGrabon
Dates: Thursday - Oct 28, Nov 4, 11, 18, Dec 2, 9 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
This class will focus on drawing the figure from nude models and is a great way to develop both drawing and observational skills. We will use a variety of drawing media including pencil, charcoal, and ink to investigate the use of line, value, texture, perspective, composition and space in the development of descriptive drawing. No previous drawing experience is necessary. Some materials provided.

Clay Basics, with Chris Townsend
Dates: Tuesday - Nov 2, 9, 16, 30, Dec 7, 14 Time: 6 - 9 pm
Get familiar with the wheel! We will learn how to center clay and make small vessels such as cups, bowls and vases. Become proficient at throwing basic shapes so that later you will be able to use these skills to create more complex forms later. Basic glazing techniques and an introduction to the kiln will also be discussed. Supplies & kiln use included! Class is limited to only 4 participants - so sign up now! This class will be held at the NEW Clay Studio on corner of School Street & Main Street.

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Helen Day Art Center, 5 School Street, PO Box 411, Stowe, VT 05672 (802) 253-8358
Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12pm-5pm and by appointment.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm.
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