2008 Summer Session

ENROLL NOW FOR SUMMER CLASSES!

CityArts mission is to be an activity center for the arts, providing education, information, and opportunities to the citizens, youth and special populations of the community.

Call (316) 462-2787 for registration and more Information.

For a downloadable registration form, click Registration Form.
To download CityArts' Summer 2008 classes, click CityArts Summer 2008 Classes.

Payment and Registration:

• Register at CityArts in person, mail in the registration form with payment, or phone in with Visa, MasterCard.
• Checks should be made out to CityArts.

• Pre-registration is required the Thursday before class start date.

Registration confirmation:

• Keep a record of the date and time of the class in which you are enrolled.
• Notification will be given only if a class has been filled or cancelled.
• Classes are on a first come first served basis.
• CityArts will not hold registration without payment.

Refund Request will be granted strictly following City Policy:

• Prior to the Second Class of the session = 80% refund.
• Prior to the Third Class = 50% refund.
• After the Third Class of the session = NO refund.
• If a class is cancelled by CityArts, a FULL refund will be issued.
• Please allow 4-6 weeks to receive a refund.

ADULT CLASSES

CityArts programming offers an extenseive range of art classes and a variety of skill levels for adults in many mediums. All programming is geared towards making the arts accessible to everyone. There is a variety of day and evening classes, which will stimulate your imaginations and creativity. Adult classes for ages 16 and up, unless listed otherwise.

College Credits
Ask your college & university Art Departments about earning credits by taking courses at CityArts. We have agreements with most area schools to offer college credits for classes at CityArts in the areas of Fiber Arts, Glassblowing, and Silversmithing. Talk first to your school, then call or come see us at CityArts.

ADULT FIBER

Fiber Collage & Mono Printing
Explore different techniques by printing (such as frottage printing) on a variety of textiles, then combining collage methods and developing a small piece of wall art. Age 13+
Material fee: $10
89959 6wks 6/10-7/15 TUES 6:30-8:30PM C. Volkman $73

Weaving Fabric – Beginning
Learn the basics of weaving. Weave a sampler or a table runner to display in your home. Age 14+
Materials provided.
89960 8wk 6/11-7/30 WED 6:30-8:30PM D. Joles $94

Layer It On – Hot and Wet 1
Discover a wide variety of experimental mixed media materials such as Tyvek, Pelmet Vilene, and Latradu. You will create amazing layered surfaces for 2 or 3 dimensional fiber projects using both water and heat. No sewing experience necessary – just your imagination. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
89961 4wk 6/12-7/3 THU 6:30-8:30PM C. Volkman $50

Layer It On – Hot and Wet 2
Create more complicated layered mixed media fiber techniques for vessels, body art, wall art – the ideas are endless. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
89962 5wk 7/10-8/14 THU 6:00-8:30PM C. Volkman $61

Navajo Weaving
Make a set of hand woven coasters by weaving various Navajo motifs on a mat board handloom. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
89963 3wk 7/17-7/31 THU 6:00-9:00PM N. Squire $51

ADULT PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMPUTER TECH

Adobe Photoshop
Learn Photoshop tool palette, restoration techniques, layering, filters, managing your workflow and shortcuts. Must have knowledge of Microsoft XP and know how to start programs, copy and move files. Age 16+
90102 4wk 6/10-7/1 TUE 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $63
90103 4wk 7/15-8/5 TUE 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $63
90104 4wk 6/11-7/2 WED 6:30-8:30PM W. Sircoulomb $63
90105 4wk 7/16-8/6 WED 6:30-8:30PM W. Sircoulomb $63
90106 4wk 7/16-8/6 WED 2:00-4:00PM W. Sircoulomb $63

Basic Digital Photography
Learn the basics of digital photography and how to use your camera. You’ll explore camera functions, composition, and what to do with the photos you’ve taken! Age 16+
Supply list: digital camera
90107 4wk 6/11-7/2 WED 2:00-4:00PM W. Sircoulomb $63
90108 3wk 6/12-6/26 THU 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $50
90109 3wk 7/10-7/24 THU 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $50
90110 3wk 7/31-8/14 THU 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $50

Advanced Digital Photography
Explore more advanced photography techniques. Learn the tricks of your camera, composition and how to manipulate your photos after you’ve taken them. Age 16+
Supply list: DSLR digital camera.
90112 6wk 7/7-8/11 MON 6:30-8:30PM B. Duram $90

Movie Maker Video Editing
This beginner class lets you learn the ins and outs of Windows MovieMaker, while working on a movie of your very own! Bring in your own video footage and we’ll teach you how to upload it, edit it, add music, titles and burn it to a CD to share! The class will also provide some tips on what to look for when outfitting your home computer to edit video. Age 16+
90111 4wk 6/9-6/30 MON 6:30-8:30PM P. Sanner $60

Basics of Building a Web Site
Design & create a fun and interesting Web Page. Students will learn the basic steps to create a stellar site & the best techniques of web design to put their web site above the rest. Age 16+
90113 4wk 6/14-7/5 SAT 10:30-12:30PM C. Rasico $63

Advanced Web Site
This class continues from class, “Basics of Building a Web Site.” Age 16+
90114 4wk 7/12-8/2 SAT 10:30-12:30PM C. Rasico $63

ADULT GLASS

Glass Blowing
CityArts is the only place in town to experience liquid glass, glory holes and blowpipes. Learn the basics of this unique art and produce forms in hot glass. Demonstrations will be given and instructions for more complex forms. Beginners must attend first class orientation. Age 16+
Glass fee is included in price.
89950 4wk 6/9-7/7 MON 6:00-9:00PM Buettgenbach-Ward $160
89951 4wk 6/10-7/8 TUE 6:00-9:00PM Harp-Staff $160
89952 4wk 6/11-7/9 WED 6:00-9:00PM Harp-Staff $160

Mosaic Stained Glass
Build stained glass into transparent & opaque surfaces & learn techniques. Tools provided. Age 14+ (No class 3/12)
Supply list: E6000, contact paper, terra cotta saucer & glass scraps if you have them.
86960 4wk 4/30-5/21 WED 1:00-3:00PM R.Spriggs $42

Kiln Work – Glass Jewelry
Create beautiful glass cabochons for pins, pendants & bracelets. Techniques: Fusing-bonding glass by heat, puddling, forming sheet glass & surface design. Age 16+
89943 4wk 6/18-7/9 WED 7:00-9:00PM R.Spriggs $42

ADULT DRAWING

Fundamentals of Drawing
This class covers the basics of drawing, such as contour, shading & perspective. It’s great for the beginner as well as someone who wants to brush up on their skill. Age 16+
89924 10wk 6/9-8/11 MON 6:30-8:30PM J. Lokke $100

Portrait Drawing
This class is an intro to portrait drawing with exercises in line, shading and texture techniques plus preliminary still life sketching. Ages 16+
89926 5wk 6/10-7/8 TUE 6:30-8:30PM C. Martin $50
89928 5wk 7/15-8/12 TUE 6:30-8:30PM C. Martin $50

ADULT PAINTING

Oil Painting
This class is setup to accommodate the beginner as well as the more experienced painter. Students work one-on-one with the instructor to pursue particular interests & needs. Age 16+
(No class July 24th)
89931 11wk 6/12-8/21 THU 6:30-8:30PM C. Martin $110

Watercolor
For students with some painting experience, this is an opportunity to advance your knowledge & skills. Projects will focus on moving students to the next level in their artistic abilities. Age 16+
(No class July 23rd)
89925 10wk 6/10-8/12 TUE 6:30-8:30PM K. Stardy $100
89929 9wk 6/11-8/6 WED 10:30-12:30PM P. Wingo $90

Watercolor Beginning & Beyond
Learn basic techniques of watercolor such as color mixing, perspective & composition. Students are encouraged to develop their own style of painting. Age 16+
(No class July 23rd)
89930 9wk 6/11-8/6 WED 6:30-8:30PM J. Lokke $90

Landscapes in Watercolor
Focus on landscapes and sky in this watercolor class that will include some plein aire painting. Age 16+
89932 10wk 6/12-8/14 THU 6:30-8:30PM J. Lokke $100

Matting and Framing
Create your own-framed art! Explore traditional and alternative matting and framing methods. Learn how to measure and cut your own mat and frames and professionally display your art or photos! Age 16+
Supply list: art no larger than 16 x 20 and some framing materials as needed after 1st class.
90250 4wk 6/6-6/30 MON 6:30-8:30PM J. Lightner $50

ADULT SCULPTURE

Clay Sculpture
Learn techniques for sculpting with clay. Students will have the opportunity to experience human figure sculpting as well as other forms, including animals. Age 16+
$20 Clay/Firing Additional Fee.
89909 8wk 6/9-7/28 MON 1:00-3:30PM C. Pilcher $83

Woodcarving
Accomplished carver, Carl Pilcher will teach basic tool use, safety, relief and chip carving techniques, and finishing and painting your project. The focus will be on human and animal anatomy. Age 16+
89906 8wk 6/11-7/30 WED 1:00-3:30PM C. Pilcher $110

Hand Build a Hanging Vase
Create a fun and whimsical hanging wall vase using hand building clay slab techniques. Add your personality using colorful glazes to display that special look. Age 16+
89917 3wk 6/12-6/26 THU 1:00-3:00PM M. Pace $44

Sculpture Relief in Clay
Sculpture in relief is more 2-dimensional sculpture form, usually described as a ‘panel’ style wherein the illusion of three dimensional is brought to life utilizing special art tricks. Age 16+
89910 10wk 6/12-8/14 THU 6:30-9:00PM A. Patton $110

Sculpture – Human Figure
Investigate the human form with clay. Emphasis is on perception and creating expressions with clay. Students will be encouraged to develop projects of individual’s interest. Age 16+
$20 clay/Firing Additional Fee.
89907 9wk 6/11-8/6 WED 9:30-12:00PM B. Mellor $93

ADULT CERAMICS

Pottery – All Levels
In this fun and lively class you will learn basic throwing techniques for the potter’s wheel along with glazing and firing. Advanced students will be encouraged to attempt more difficult projects, such as complex forms and multi-piece throwing. Students may complete class challenge projects or pursue special interests. Age 16+
$20 Clay/Firing Additional Fee.
(No class July 4th)
89911 10wk 6/10-8/12 TUE 10:30-1:00PM B. Johnson $110
89912 10wk 6/10-8/12 TUE 6:30-9:00PM M. Drouin $110
89913 10wk 6/11-8/13 WED 6:30-9:00PM M. Pace $110
89915 9wk   6/13-8/8 FRI 10:30-1:00PM B. Johnson $100
89916 10wk 6/14-8/16 SAT 10:30-1:00PM B. Johnson $110

ADULT SILVERSMITHING

Chainmaille Jewelry Design
Prepare for a mind-bending jewelry making experience that will put your brain in a twist. Learn to make unique chain jewelry that dates back Centuries. When the class ends, you will have learned different styles of chain bracelets. Age 12+
Supply list: 2 good pairs of pliers and your patience.
90251 4wk 6/14-7/12 SAT 10:30-1:00PM C. Hartley $58
86977 4wk 7/19-8/9 SAT 10:30-1:00PM C. Hartley $58

Silversmithing
CityArts’ versatile metalsmithing studio offers experiences in jewelry fabrication (sawing, soldering and stone setting), lost wax casting (centrifugal), forging, forming, even enameling and lapidary on a limited basis. If you have ever wanted to create your own jewelry for yourself or someone else this is the class to take. Age 16+
89933 10wk 6/9-8/11 MON 6:30-9:00PM K. Lister $124
89934 10wk 6/10-8/12 TUE 6:30-9:00PM B. Vogt $124
89935 10wk 6/11-8/14 THU 6:30-9:00PM B. Vogt $124
89936 10wk 6/14-8/16 SAT 1:00-3:30PM K. Fathi $124

Silversmithing – Open Studio
The open workshop is for people with some metalsmithing experience who wish to explore new techniques. Age 16+
89937 10wk 6/11-8/13 WED 1:00-3:30PM K. Lister $124
89938 10wk 6/12-8/14 THU 1:00-3:30PM K. Fathi $124

Silversmithing – Master Class
CityArts Master Class is for the experienced metalsmith who wants to accept the challenge of advanced special projects. Age 16+
89939 10wk 6/11-8/13 WED 6:30-9:00PM K. Lister $124

Bead on a Wire
Make your own unique jewelry with Beads & Wire! Students will learn basic wire working techniques, including: beaded wire chain, fancy wire wrapped beads, handmade clasps, ear wires and wire bracelets. Age 16+
Supplies list: 20 gauge copper wire (available at hardware stores) and any kind of beads.
89940 5wk 6/9-7/7 MON 6:00-8:30PM K. Fathi $61
89941 5wk 7/14-8/11 MON 6:00-8:30PM K. Fathi $61

ADULT WORKSHOPS

Tatting – Beginning
Learn the basics of tatting, including how to make rings, chains, picots, basic joining methods, & split rings. You’ll learn how to interpret patterns, plus block & set your finished piece. Age 16+
Supply list: 2 plastic contrasting color tatting shuttles, 2 balls of #10 size cotton crochet thread (contrasting colors), one #9 steel crochet, and one pair of thread snips or scissors.
90010 2day 6/10-6/12 TUE/THU 6:00-8:00PM Staff $30
90011 2day 7/8-7/10 TUE/THU 6:00-8:00PM Staff $30

Tatting – Advanced
Incorporate more advanced tatting techniques, including celtic and cluny tatting and josephine knots into your pieces. Learn how to tat letters. Age 16+
Supply list: 2 plastic contrasting color tatting shuttles, 2 balls of #10 size cotton crochet thread (contrasting colors), one #9 steel crochet, and one pair of thread snips or scissors.
90012 2day 6/17-6/19 TUE/THU 6:00-8:00PM Staff $30

Shibori-Silk Scarf Dying
Explore an 18th century Japanese art form of resist-dyeing on a silk scarf using various techniques of binding, folding, twisting and clamping of the fabric. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
90000 1day 6/14 SAT 10:30-12:30PM N. Squire $15

Fiber Beads
Learn how to create unique types of fiber beads through a variety of surface altering techniques, like zapping, layering, and melting. We’ll be using fabric, felting, tyvek, angelina and more to aid in your creativity. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
90001 1day 6/21 SAT 10:00-3:00PM C. Volkman $24

Recycling Purses with Pizzazz
Spend the day re-creating your old polyester totes or leather purses into a new design with painting, stamping and BLING. All skill levels welcome. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
90002 1day 7/12 SAT 10:00-3:00PM C. Volkman $24

Embellishments for Fabric Creations
Make color splashed embellishments (Bling) for clothing, fiber wall hangings, journals, etc., using polyester fibers that melt and glow with manipulation. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
90005 1day 7/26 SAT 10:00-3:00PM C. Volkman $24

Fiber Experimentation
Indulge yourself in creative play with all new materials available for zapping, melting, and fusing. Texturing, layering, and stitching will be used to create amazing surfaces for use as embellishments in all of your creative projects. Experiment, play, and learn. Age 16+
Material fee: $10
90009 1day 8/9 SAT 10:00-3:00PM C. Volkman $24

YOUTH CLASSES

CityArts works to help kids develop their inherent creativity. The youth programming focuses on giving students opportunities to develop and experience a diverse range of media. Classes and workshops are offered to help students stretch their skills and provoke their imaginations.

MULTI-WEEK CLASSES

Build and Play Your Own Guitar
We will be making a guitar from a great kit, then decorate it any way you want. Basic instruction on tuning & playing will be included. Age: 8-12
88754 10wk 6/3-7/3 TUE/THU 10:30-12:00PM K. Lister $90

Exploring Functional Clay
This is a wonderful way to get introduced to clay and all of its many properties. Projects will include some assigned projects and also ‘free’ projects to learn manipulation of clay, decorating and glazing finished pieces. Age: 8-12
(No class July 3rd)
88750 6wk 6/12-7/17 THU 10:00-11:00AM M. Pace $50

Exploring Functional Clay
This is a wonderful way to get introduced to clay and all of its many properties. Projects will include come assigned projects and also ‘free’ projects to learn manipulation of clay, decorating and glazing finished pieces. Age: 13-16
(No class June 30th)
88751 7wk 6/9-7/21 MON 10:00-11:30AM M. Pace $80

Teen – Silversmithing
Learn basics of design, layout, planning, forming, soldering, stone setting & polishing. Age 10-15
89942 10wk 6/9-8/11 MON 10:00-12:00PM K. Fathi $100

Teen – Pottery
Learn to throw on a potter’s wheel & learn techniques that include: centering, raising a wall, & shaping. Students will create finished pieces with low-fire glazes & decoration. Age: 13-16
89918 8wk 6/11-7/30 WED 10:00-12:00PM M. Pace $92

ART IN THE MORNING

Art in the AM – CA Under Construction
Functional sculpture, build art, dream machines, 3-D imaginings. Age: 6-12
88550 5day 6/9-6/13 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

Art in the AM – CA Under the Sea
Dive into art. Draw, paint and play with flora and fauna of an underwater world. Age: 6-12
88551 5day 6/16-6/20 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

Art in the AM – CA Under Wraps
Wrap it up with stretch and glitz. Make it fit! Accessorize to just your size. Each day try something new. Age: 6-12
88552 5day 6/23-6/27 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

Art in the AM – CA From Behind the Camera
Put yourself behind the camera to understand and use video and still photos. Photo ops, friends and fun. Age: 6-12
88553 5day 7/7-7/11 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $90

Art in the AM – It’s a Jungle in Here
Unleash the wild artist in you! Have fun with the bright flora and fauna of the rainforest. Age: 6-12
88554 5day 7/14-7/18 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

Art in the AM – CA Our Art Space
Art space right here and way out there! Come for space exploration with art stuff. Age: 6-12
88700 5day 7/21-7/25 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

Art in the AM – CA Theatrix
Theater from start to finish. Star in your won show. Age: 6-12
88701 5day 7/28-8/1 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $70

ART IN THE AFTERNOON

An extreme exploration of art! Each day and session brings new experiences in media like drawing, painting, stained and mosaic glass and photography! Age: 6-12
M-TH (4day) 1:00-3:00PM $40

Art X #1 – 88702 6/9-6/12  
Art X #2 – 88703 6/16-6/19
Art X #3 – 88704 6/23-6/26
Art X #4 – 88705 7/14-7/17
Art X #5 – 88706 7/21-7/24
Art X #6 – 88707 7/28-7/31

FULL DAY PROGRAMS
(Bring a lunch)

Fantasy Fun
Unicorns, dragons, fairies, anything you can dream up and create with art stuff. Age: 6-12
88708 2day 7/1-7/2 TUE/WED 9:00-3:00PM Staff $45

Teen Extreme Week
Let the modern artist in you break out! Students will work collaboratively to explore mediums of photography, audio, video, mosaic and more to create a multimedia art installation. Age: 13-15
88709 5day 6/2-6/5 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $100

Teen’s Studio Week
Come have a great time with other creative teens. Artists share skills and experience as you create in each dept. of CityArts: 2D, 3D, glass, clay, fibers and silver. Are you up for the challenge? Age: 13-16
88710 5day 7/7-7/11 M-F 9:00-12:00PM Staff $100

WORKSHOPS

Backpack Bling
Make pulls and jewels to jazz up your back-to-school gear. Age: 6-14
89946 1day 8/4 MON 1:00-2:30PM R. Spriggs $12

Poster Pet Portraits
Bring a photo of your pet. Use it to create a real likeness of your friend to take home. Age: 6-14
89944 1day 8/5 TUE 10:00-12:00PM R. Spriggs $12

Clay Tiles
Make a picture with clay, shape it into a tile to be fired and picked up later. Age: 6-14
89945 1day 8/11 MON 10:00-12:00PM R. Spriggs $15

Mini Books
Create 3 mini books. Record your thoughts and memories. Share these tiny treasures with friends. Age: 6-14
89974 1day 8/13 WED 10:00-12:00PM R. Spriggs $12

ART CLUB PROGRAMMING
(Only during the school year)

Art Club I (Grades K-5)
4:00-5:30 Monday
This after school program is for elementary age students to come for creative time together. CityArts staff/artists share their enthusiasm and expertise with kids. There is a fee of $2 per student.

Art Club II (Grades 6-8)
3:30-5:00 p.m. Tuesday
Art Club II will only be available to middle school groups of 10 or more.
Reservations required along with $2 fee per student. Please call to sign up your class now.

GROUP FIELDTRIPS TO CITYARTS

• Minimum group number of 6 - $6 per participant.
• 1 ½ hour experience unless otherwise noted.
• Check out specifics for your group.
• Reservations by payment must be made at least one week prior to the field trip.

Preschool – Art & Me – Friday

• Preschool (3,4,5 yrs) groups, with teachers or parents. Come and join us for some creative, art-fun workshops. Each month will reflect a different theme & encompass simple art materials and tools. Kids will explore their imagination, creative skills, communication and enjoy some time in creative play.

High School & College Class Groups – Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Senior Citizen Groups – Monday, Wednesday

• Observe CityArts glass art instructors demonstrating our glass blowing studio.
• Do a small hands-on stained glass project.
• Take walking tour of CityArts (we have an elevator).
• Enjoy a Gallery talk on: current gallery exhibit.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES