*** Children’s art classes are offered at the Mistlin Gallery, sponsored by the Central California Art Association and the City of Modesto Parks and Recreation department for children 3 to 17 years of age. Register at www.modestogov.com/prnd or call 209-577-5344 for these classes.
Mommy and Me***
Mommy/Daddy & Me Art Class*
Wednesdays, March 3 – March 24, 11am – 12pm or Mondays, July 12 – August 2, 11am - 12pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 3-5 years Adults will assist their child in experiencing the fun of painting and creating with color. Each week will be a different adventure. An adult must accompany child. Supplies are furnished. 4 sessions/$40.
My First Art Class***
Wednesdays, March 3 - April 7, 3:30pm – 4:30pm or Wednesdays, July 7 – August 11, 4:00pm – 5:00pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 5-7 years Children will experience the fun of painting by creating new colors and learning to handle paints and brushes. New lessons taught at each session. Supplies are furnished. 6 sessions/$60.
The Science of Art***
Wednesday, March 17, 3:30pm – 4:30pm or Tuesday, July 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm or Tuesday, July 20, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 8-13 years What do science and art have in common? In this fun, hands-on workshop, students will learn about optical illusions and try to draw their own. They will also learn how colors combine both scientifically and artistically.
1 session/$20.
Fun with Painting***
Thursdays, March 11 - April 1, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 14-17 years Students will concentrate on painting with different media, techniques and subject matter. Supplies are furnished. 4 sessions/$40.
KID'S DAY
Saturday, May 8, 10:00am – 12:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery
Ages 6-8 years Cheryl Brown will teach kids to create in air dry clay and experiment with paint.
1 session/$15 plus $5 materials fee.
Children's Art Camp
Tuesdays and Thursdays June 15 , 17, 27 and July 1, 10am – 12pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 6-8 years CCAA instructors teach creative expression with fun materials including clay, chalk, printmaking and more. Children will bring home a portfolio to keep their own artworks.
4 sessions/$80 plus $15 materials fee.
Older Youth Art Camp
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays June 21, 23, and 25, 10am – 2pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9 years and up
CCAA instructors will teach creative expression in various media including clay, painting, collage and more. Children will bring home their own portfolio of artwork. 3 sessions/$120 plus $20 materials fee.
Young Drawers Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays July 13, 15, 27 and 29, 10am – 11am Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 5-8 years
Cheryl Brown will teach children ages 5 to 8 to draw beyond the ordinary, plus the fun of drawing people in motion, faces with expression, imaginary creatures and more. Media: pencil and chalk.
6 sessions /$50 plus a $5 materials fee.
Older Children's Drawing Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays July 13, 15, 27 and 29, 11am – Noon Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-13 years
Cheryl Brown will teach skills with cartoonish and imaginative drawing, plus realistic drawing and creating perspective.
6 sessions/$50 plus $5 materials fee.
Beginning Drawing and Painting Class***
Mondays and Wednesdays July 12 – July 21, 2pm – 3pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-12 years Learn to see as a young artist. Students will draw in black and white and paint in color. Basic fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques will be taught. Bring your own 9” x 12” drawing pad. Other supplies will be furnished. 4 sessions/$45.
Intermediate Drawing and Painting Class***
Mondays and Wednesdays
July 26 – August 4, 2pm – 3pm Where : Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-12 years Students will learn to draw and paint with emotion. This class is designed for students who have completed Beginning Drawing and Painting and are ready for more advanced techniques. Bring your own 11” x 14” drawing pad. Other supplies will be furnished.
4 sessions for $45.
Kid's Day
Thursday, August 5, 10am – 2pm Where: Mistlin Gallery
Ages 8-12 years Last chance for an artistic fling before school starts. Create with Cheryl Brown using paint, chalk pastels, and more. Come dressed to get messy and bring a lunch and drink.
1 session/$25 plus $5 materials fee.
Central California Art Association Art Classes for Adults Spring and Summer 2010
Oil Painting Class
When: March 4 - April 22, Thursdays, 1pm – 4pm. Where: Senior Citizens Center.
Description: Create lasting works of art as you learn the skills and techniques of color and composition through oil painting. All skill levels welcome. Supplies needed prior to the start of class. Call (209) 577-5344 for supply list. Supply costs: $100 - $150. 6 sessions/$40 (No class Mar. 11 or April 8) Course taught in partnership with Modesto City Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods. Sign up through Parks and Recreation: 577-5344 or www.modestogov.com/prnd.
Faux Finishing Class
When: Sat, March 13, 9am. Where: Mistlin Gallery.
Description: Basics of faux finishing including glazes on smooth and textured surfaces, how to simulate antique verde marble,crackle finish, and a two colors of paint finish. Written instructions are provided for each technique learned. This is a completely hands on class. $80 with a $5 materials fee.
Ukrainian Egg Dying Class
When: Sat, March 20, 10am – 12pm or Sat, March 20, 1pm – 3pm or Sat, March 27, 10am – 12pm or Sat, March 27, 1pm – 3pm.
Where: Mistlin Gallery.
Description: Ukrainian Egg Dying (just in time for Easter) All ages welcome (students under 16 must be accompanied by a participating adult) Caution: involves open flame, melting wax, sharp metal tipped utensils. $12.50 per person for 2 hour session. All supplies included. Students are welcome to attend two sessions for $25.
Watercolor Class
When Sat, April 10– Sun, April 11, 9:30am - 4:30pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery.
Description: Shirley Green, artist/teacher
Beginning Drawing Class
When Thu, April 15, 6pm – 9pm Or Thursday, July 15, 6pm – 9pm. Where Mistlin Gallery.
Description: Milt Bullard teaches general beginning drawing skills for adults, ages 18 and up. $40. Students must bring their own sketch pad and ink pens, pencils or other drawing materials.
No Sew Tote Bag Class
When: Sat, April 17, 9am – 1pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery Description: All materials provided to make a tote or handbag from jeans and pieces of fabric. $40/1 session
Drawing/Painting class
When Thu, April 22 – May 27, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery
Description: Lori diMuro teaches drawing and painting for ages 18 and up. 6 week session for $120. Materials list will be provided.
Painted Bird Feeder class
When: Sat, April 24, 9am – 12pm Where: Mistlin Gallery
Description Petra Borchert teaches Painted Glass Bottle Bird Feeders. All ages welcome (students under 16 must be accompanied by a participating adult) Acrylic painting on recycled glass bottles. Bird Food NOT included. $15 per person 3 hour session. All supplies will be included.
Intermediate Drawing Class
When: Sat, April 24, 12pm – 4pm or Sat., July 17, 12pm – 4pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery. Description: Milt Bullard will teach general drawing skills to improve the techniques of intermediate to advanced artists. Students must bring their own sketch pad and ink pens, pencils or other drawing materials. 1 Session/$50.
Color Made Easy for Painters
When: Wed, May 12, 10am – 12pm and /or Wed., May 19, 10am – 12pm and/or Wed., June 9, 10am – 12pm and/or Wed., June 16, 10am – 12pm
and/or Wed., July 14, 10am – 12pm and/or Wed., July 21, 10am – 12pm and/or Wed., August 11, 10am – 12pm and/or Wed., August 18, 10am – 12pm
Where: Mistlin Gallery
Description: Louise Yohannan will teach "Color Made Easy" for painters. Ages 18 and up. A materials list will be provided. Student chooses oil or acrylic paint. Students can take one or more classes at $20 for one 2 hour session.
Monumental Face Drawings
When Fri, June 11, 2010, 6:30pm – 9:30pm AND Saturday, June 12 10am – 2pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery
Description: Don Hall is the instructor and can be contacted at mail@donhallworks.com. Bring a photo and will use a grid to enlarge to a finished conte crayon product. For those with basic drawing skills up through experienced artists. $70 plus $10 materials fee and bring 18" to 3 foot ruler (and a high quality black-and-white 5-by-7 or larger photograph). Instructor will have quality photos for those that do not have their own.
Calligraphy class
When: Thu, June 17, 2010, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery. Description: BettyJean Reynolds teaches adult watercolor calligraphy. $20 for session, materials provided. Students will go home with a matted parchment.
Potter's Demonstration Workshop
When Sat, September 4, 2010, 10am – 5pm. Where: Mistlin Gallery.
Description: San Joaquin Potter's Guild, "Hands In Clay" show, sale and workshop.