MWPAI School of Art Community Art Education Winter Catalog 2020

WINTER 2020

SCHOOL of ART

community classes for adults, teens + kids

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MWPAI community art, classes and workshops

CONTENTS Workshops 3

Office Hours Mon – Fri 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Office School of Art 1200 State Street Utica, NY 13502

Adults 5 Ceramics + Pottery 6 Calligraphy Drawing 9

Mail School of Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute 310 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502

Fashion + Fibers 10 Jewelry + Metals 11 Printmaking 8 Painting 12

Phone 315.797.8260

Photography + Video 15 Sculpture 15 Kids (ages 4-12) 16

Email mwpsoa@mwpai.edu

Web www.mwpai.org/learn

Young Artists (ages 9-12) 18 Teens (ages 13-17) 20 Faculty 22 Calendar 26 Scholarships 27

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COMMUNITY STUDENT BENEFITS The Art Research Library is located in the Academic Building on the corner of State and Henry Streets, Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., and closed on Sunday. Info at (315) 797-0000, ext. 2123 The PrattMWP Campus Store is located in the Student Center at 1216 State Street and carries a full range of art supplies, personal items, and PrattMWP merchandise.

ARE YOU A MEMBER? Become an MWPAI member and save on classes at the School of Art, free admission to all museum exhibitions, and full access to the MWPAI Art Research Library, including borrowing privileges. Visit MWPAI.org and click on SUPPORT for all of the membership details.

ON THE COVER: Stephanie Blask, collage, 2016

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PARENT/CHILD CRAFTS SUNDAYS

18 months to 4 years / All Levels / Joella Burt Explore art processes, materials, textures, and colors with your little ones through simple but fun projects in a group setting at the School of Art. Supplies provided.

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8 MAR

SUNDAY, 10:00 a.m. - Noon 1 session / 2 hours / WK400-1 Non-member per Parent/Child: 15 Member per Parent/Child: 10 Per additional child: 5

SUNDAY, 10:00 a.m. - Noon 1 session / 2 hours / WK400-2 Non-member per Parent/Child: 15 Member per Parent/Child: 10 Per additional child: 5

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1 - 5 p.m.

PAINTING WITH PASTELS

16 + / All Levels / Maria Vallese Learn the techniques and styles used to create vivid and colorful artwork with artist-grade pastels. Explore color mixing and layering techniques with oil and chalk pastels, different papers and surfaces, and preservation of finished artworks while working from still life compositions in a studio setting. Materials provided.

1 session / 4 hours / WK101-3 Non-member: 45 Member 40

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WORKSHOPS: HAND LETTERING + CONTEMPORARY CALLIGRAPHY 16 + / All Levels / Rachel Bartunek

Good handwriting is not required to create beautiful non-traditional lettering. Gain skills with visual hierarchies, illustrate letters with confidence, and create dynamic compositions. Pencil sketch, trace, and ink letters in these two-session classes Wednesday workshops.

Supplies provided.

4+11 MAR

1+8 APR

WEDNESDAY, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

2 sessions / 4 contact hours WK300-3 Non-member: 45 Member: 40

WEDNESDAY, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

2 sessions / 4 contact hours WK300-2 Non-member: 45 Member: 40

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6 - 9 p.m.

MONOPRINT MAGIC

16 + / All Levels / Taro Takizawa This workshop is ideal for people who love to draw and paint. Monoprinting combines hand drawing and direct painting with printmaking to create unique prints with each pull off the press. A great introduction to working in the printmaking studio. Supplies provided.

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Saturday / 1 session / 3 hours / WK103-2 Non-member: 40 Member: 35

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6 - 9 p.m.

SEW A SPRING TOTE

16 + / All Levels / Niki English Learn how to sew a simple but stylish tote bag with designer Niki English. Choose from a few fabrics to make your own. Beginner level sewing machine skills recommended. Supplies provided.

Saturday / 1 session / 3 hours / WK170-1 Non-member: 45 Member: 40

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1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

COLORED PENCIL DRAWING

18 + / Beginners / Maria Vallese

Discover different techniques that can be used to create beautiful drawings with artist-grade colored pencils.

Colored pencils are portable, lightweight, inexpensive and can create a piece that looks like a painting.

Materials provided.

1 session / 4 hours / WK101-4 Non-member: 45 Member 40

Image Credit: Joella Burt, Cows, Steamroller Print, 2016

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WOMEN HISTORY MONTH: FEMALE ARTISTS

18 + / All Levels / Kassandra Gustin

Presentations and group discussions focus on women artists throughout history, highlighting artists in our permanent collection. This is an enjoyable class for any level of art enthusiast.

TUESDAYS, MAR 3 - 24, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

4 sessions / 6 contact hours / AA160-2 / Non-member: 60 Member: 55

BOTANY + FLORAS IN ART

18 + / All Levels / Kassandra Gustin Presentations and group discussions focus on botany and floras in art that reveal much more then one might first imagine. This course includes admission to MWPAI’s one-weekend Art in Bloom exhibition of arrangements.

TUESDAYS, MAR 31 - APR 21, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

4 sessions / 6 contact hours / AA160-3 / Non-member: 60 Member: 55

ART CLASSES FOR ADULTS

ART APPRECIATION

CERAMICS + POTTERY

INTRO TO POTTERY: THROWING FOR BEGINNERS

18 + / Beginners / Ronald Miller

Develop skill, dexterity, and coordination using the potter’s wheel as a tool of the ceramic-forming process as you are introduced to hand-building and throwing techniques. Develop aesthetics in a contemporary, social, and historical context while also exploring the fundamental process of firing and glazing.

Firing fees are charged, based on volume of work produced.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-2 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 Materials Fee: 75

NEW THROWING + HANDBUILDING 18 + / Intermediate / Veronica Byun Focus on creating functional, sculptural, decorative pieces. Explore form, size, refinement, and surface both on the wheel and through hand building techniques like slab, extruding, using hump/slump molds, and more. Special attention is given to creating larger vessels, multiples, and executing sophisticated forms. Prerequisite: Intro to Pottery.

WEDNESDAYS, JAN 22 - APR 15, 1 - 4 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-4 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 Materials Fee: 75

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED POTTERY

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18 + / Intermediate-Advanced / Veronica Byun

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Learn various throwing techniques, functional design, and surface treatments through demonstrations and personalized instruction. Advanced students may pursue projects of their own choosing with instructional guidance. Firing fees are charged, based on volume of work produced. Prerequisite: Intro to Pottery and/or instructor permission to enroll.

TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - APR 14, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-3 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 Materials Fee: 75

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 1 - 4 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-5 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 Materials Fee: 75

CERAMIC SCULPTURE: MOLD MAKING + SLIP CASTING

18 + / All Levels / Veronica Byun

Learn techniques to make open-face and multi-part plaster molds for slip casting from hand-built forms and found objects. Each student generates cast porcelain pieces that are altered and combined to create ceramic sculptures, allowing students to develop new ideas. Demos focus on incorporating slip casting into hand- building processes. Tuition includes plaster, porcelain slip, clay, and glaze.

TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - APR 14, 1 - 4 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-6 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 Materials Fee: 75

NEW CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO TIMES

Students currently enrolled in a ceramics class may take advantage of open ceramics studio hours, Saturdays from Noon to 5 p.m.

Classes make great gifts

Salt firing is embraced by ceramic artists and potters because of the beautiful and unaticipated results that come from a salt-fired kiln. These four-week workshops will explore form, function, aesthetic values, textures, tactile qualities, and surface development of atmospheric firing through salt. All works will be made from start to finish during the workshop.

WORKSHOP I: JAN 22 - FEB 12 WEDNESDAYS, 6 - 9 p.m.

4 sessions / 12 contact hours / WK104-6 Non-member: 165 Member: 155 Materials Fee: 40

WORKSHOP II: MAR 25 - APR 15 WEDNESDAYS, 6 - 9 p.m.

4 sessions / 12 contact hours / WK104-7 Non-member: 165 Member: 155 Materials Fee: 40

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SALT FIRING WORKSHOPS

18 + / Intermediate / Veronica Byun

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FIRING TICKETS

Firing fees are based on the measured volume of the finished pieces. Firing tickets are $2 each and available for purchase at the School of Art reception desk during business hours.

MATERIAL FEES

Required material fees cover the cost of full use of studio clay and glazes.

MWPAI SPRING BREAK:

No scheduled classes Mar 16 - 21

SUMMER CERAMICS WORKSHOP

2020 CERAMICS SALT & WOODFIRING WORKSHOP

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute School of Art 310 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 18 + / Intermediate + Advanced Instructors: Michael Fujita Pratt Institute Visiting Assistant Professor of Ceramics | michaelfujita.com Veronica Byun MWPAI Coordinator + Instructor of Ceramics | veronicabyun.com

This summer’s workshop explores form, function, aesthetic values, textures, tactile qualities, and surface development of atmospheric firing through salt and wood. Works will be made from start to finish during the workshop. Develop a contemporary and historic understanding of the unique qualities and processes of salt- and wood-firing and learn to work with the ancient processes of the Anagama kiln. The resulting colors and textures are exclusive to the process and to each fire.

Nurture and grow your personal aesthetic in a communal atmosphere. Step outside the ordinary and create in the extraordinary in this two-week exploration of salt and wood on the MWPAI and PrattMWP College of Art & Design campus.

MONDAY, JUNE 15 - SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2020 2-weeks / Code 202WK104-1 / Studio Hours: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m Tuition: $700 (Includes $50 Materials Fee) *Optional on-campus housing: $500 to $650

QUESTIONS? Please contact Veronica Byun at vbyun@mwpai.edu or Michael Fujita at mfujita@pratt.edu Join the workshop event on FACEBOOK >>

PRINTMAKING Learn how to screen print using various hand and photographic methods in a professional print studio. This course covers printmaking fundamentals while also exploring the appropriation of images and text as a method to collage visual content for poetic prints. Screenprinting is a versatile process that can be used for fine art or commercial projects beyond this class. Materials list provided.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA103-5 Non-member: 355 Member: 335

Image Credits: Denise Sachs-Mishalanie

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SCREENPRINTING

18 + / All Levels / Taro Takizawa

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DRAWING THE FIGURE IN COSTUME

18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo

Drawing the human figure is an enjoyable and powerful exploration that serves as a universal link to the culture of artists and art. Using simple materials, focus on visual skills and analysis, investigate gesture, proportions, and anatomy while expanding a drawing vocabulary. Nude models will also be used in scenes with drapery, florals, and still life objects. Materials list provided.

DRAWING

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SESSION I: TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - FEB 25, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-2 Non-member: 155 Member: 145

Image Credit: Katheryn Warner

SESSION II: TUESDAYS, MAR 3 - APR 14, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

(No class Mar 17) 6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-3 Non-member: 155 Member: 145

FASHION + FIBERS

NEW FASHION SEWING FOR BEGINNERS 18 + / Beginners / Niki English Fashion for the absolute beginner! Discover all the basics of operating a sewing machine, how to read a paper pattern, and to properly prepare and cut fabric.

Learn basic construction techniques for garments such as hem finishes, seam finishes, darts, gathers, plackets, collars, and armholes, and finish the class with a completed garment. Materials list provided.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 6 - 9 p.m. (No class Mar 19) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA170-3 Non-member: 275 Member: 265

NEW NEXT LEVEL FASHION SEWING 18 + / Intermediate / Niki English

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Broaden your knowledge of fashion sewing techniques. Learn techniques for sewing difficult fabrics, knits, and novelty stitches as well as flat pattern adjustments and tailoring a garment to fit your body measurements. Ideal for those looking to expand upon basic sewing knowledge and learn from a practicing designer.

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WEDNESDAYS, JAN 22 - APR 15, 6 TO 9 p.m. (No Class Mar 18) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA170-4 Non-member: 275 Member 265

DROP SPINDLING

18 + / All Levels / Amy Francisco-Nugent Spin beautiful yarns suitable for knitting, crochet, weaving, and more.

Instruction covers different properties of animal, plant, and synthetic fibers.

Learn processing procedures to make sure the new yarn is project ready.

Materials list provided.

MONDAYS, FEB 3 - MAR 9, 6 - 8 p.m.

6 classes / 12 contact hours / AA170-2 Non-member: 105 Member: 95

INTRO TO KNITTING

Ages 18 + / Beginners / Amy Francisco-Nugent Discover the joys of learning to knit in a group setting. Build basics by learning to cast on, knit, and cast off making a simple garter stitch dishcloth. Advance to simple shaping by learning to purl and knit in the round and more. Materials list provided.

TUESDAYS,JAN 21 - APR 14 p.m. (No Class Mar 17) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA170-1 Non-member: 175 Member: 155

Craft a bezel setting for a cabochon–a smooth, convex, oval stone–to create a super cool pendant necklace! Learn how to select a cabochon, size and shape a bezel, and then solder the bezel to a flat piece of sheet metal. Techniques learned also include texturing, sawing, and piercing. Copper provided. Stone must be purchased from the School of Art during first class.

JEWELRY + METALS

MINI-COURSE: BEZEL-SETTING A STONE PENDANT

Ages 18 + / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge

TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - FEB 11, 6 - 9 p.m.

4 classes / 12 contact hours / AA106-9 Non-member: 135 Member: 125

BEGINNING JEWELRY

Learn creative fine metalworking through demonstrations and projects geared toward the beginning jeweler. Techniques include sawing, piercing, texturing, riveting, chain making, soldering, and bezel-setting cabochon stones. Students utilize class and lab time to practice techniques and make finished pieces of jewelry.

A starter materials kit can be purchased at the School of Art Reception Desk.

EVENING SESSION: MONDAYS, JAN 27 - APR 20, 6 - 9 p.m.

(No class Mar 16) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-2 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

AFTERNOON SESSION: TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - APR 14, 1 - 4 p.m.

(No class Mar 17) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-1 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

NEW INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED JEWELRY 18 + / Intermediate - Advanced / Mary Beth Fiorentino This class is designed for students who have successfully completed the 12-week beginning jewelry class and are ready to learn a variety of new techniques with practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations will include surface development, salt-water etching and die forming.

TBD 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-3 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

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18 + / Beginners / Shannon Stockbridge

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PAINTING

PAINTING TECHNIQUES FOR BEGINNERS

18 + / Beginners / Sandra DeVisser

This course provides an excellent painting foundation through a structured program designed for beginning students. Projects focusing on composition and design, color mixing and essential painting techniques will be explored. Acrylic paints are preferred. Materials list provided.

MONDAYS, JAN 27 - APR 13, 9 A.M.- NOON (No class Mar 16) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-3 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

NEW WATERCOLOR 102 18 + / Intermediate / Annette Gurdo In this class, students with some prior experience learn new techniques, refresh skills, and expand knowledge within the medium of watercolor while also developing a personal direction in their artwork. Demos and practical exercises focus on both skill and conceptual building of paintings. Materials list provided.

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MONDAYS, JAN 27 - APR 13, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (No class Mar 16) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-12 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

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INTERMEDIATE PAINTING

18 + / Beginners - Intermediate / Joseph Murphy Develop a foundation of acrylic painting skills exploring illustration and atmosphere in this Monday evening course. Projects encourage explorations of composition, color theory, and basic techniques to create atmosphere and light to develop a narrative within the world of the canvas. Materials list provided.

MONDAYS, JAN 27 - APR 13, 6 - 9 p.m. (No class Mar 16) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-10 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

OIL PAINTING PORTRAITURE

18 + / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich

Great for beginners and experienced painters. Discover to portrait painting by working from a live model, learning basic drawing techniques for a preparatory sketch, and transferring techniques. Explore a classical oil painting approach and complete finished portrait paintings. Materials list provided.

WEDNESDAYS, JAN 22 - APR 15, 6 - 9 p.m. (No class Mar 18) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-4 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

STUDIO PAINTING

18 + / All Levels / Chris Cirillo This class is designed to accommodate beginners to experienced painters and encourage each artist’s intentions and personal development as they investigate painting as a craft as well as a form of expression. Develop your painting skills and learn how to analyze and talk about art through critiques and discussions. Materials list provided.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 9 a.m. - NOON (No class Mar 19) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-1 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

LANDSCAPE PAINTING

18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo

Focus on painting the landscape from images and nature. The semester delves into landscape via studio work from images and sketches. Panting en plein air will be offered in the spring, weather permitting. Individualized instruction and demos in watercolor, acrylic, oils and pastels are featured. Materials list provided.

TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - APR 14, 1 - 4 p.m. (No class Mar 17) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-2 Non-Member: 295 Member: 275

Last Chance to Paint with Janet

NEW

Intro to Expressive Color 18+ / Beginners - Advanced Janet Loren Hill, MWPAI Artist in Residence Working from images, still-lifes, and/or the figure, learn techniques to paint expressive and imaginative color based off of visible contrasts and value structure. Studio time revolves around individualized instruction in acrylics or oils, demos, and discussions. Topics include relational color, color theory, cultural connotations of color, and beyond. The perfect class to learn to infuse creations of any medium with the deep meaning color can bring.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16 6 - 9 p.m. (No class Mar 19) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-11 Non-member: 275 Member: 255

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

NEW VIDEO: MINI-DOCUMENTARY MAGIC 18 + / Beginners / Gavin Law This one-week beginner video course is a fast, furious, and fun introduction to video and documentary production techniques including subject interviews. Students shoot footage together and learn the basics of video recording, editing, b-roll, and software including Premiere Pro and other Adobe Suite programs.

MONDAY - FRIDAY, MAR 16- 20, 9 a.m. - NOON 5 classes / 18 contact hours / AA150-2 Non-member: 170 Member: 160

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: UTICA LANDMARKS EDITION

18 + / Beginners / Eric Mishalanie

Learn the fundamentals of digital photography while taking photos onsite at some of Utica’s most beloved locations like the spectacular Union Train Station and historic Saranac Brewery. Learn the technical aspects of the camera and the artistry of composition. In the photography computer lab, learn to creatively edit, develop, and print images using Photoshop CC. Students must provide their own digital cameras.

WEDNESDAYS, JAN 22 - APR 15, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (No class Mar 18) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA120-1 Non-member: 375 Member: 355

Last Chance to learn with Michael

NEW

Portraits Of People 18 + / All Levels Michael Hicks, MWPAI Artist in Residence Explore in-depth the various approaches for making revelatory and engaging portraits of people, both out in the world and in the studio.

Topics explored will be approaching strangers, working with models, location scouting, using props, improvisation, developing a vocabulary of poses to use, camera settings, using artificial lighting, and postproduction techniques. Class will occasionally meet on locations outside of campus. Students must provide their own DSLR Camera.

TUESDAYS, JAN 21 - APR 14 6 - 9 p.m. (No class Mar 17) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA120-3 Non-member: 355 Member: 335

Delve deeper into the nuanced art of functional woodworking in a group setting.

Technical demos and projects will be based on class interest. Advanced students may pursue shop-appropriate projects of their choosing with design, planning, and material purchasing guidance from the instructor. Tool and materials list provided.

Prior wood working experience helpful.

MONDAYS + WEDNESDAYS, FEB 17 - MAR 25, 6 – 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107-2 Non-member: 375 Member: 355

WINTER WELDING: MAKE METAL SCULPTURE

FURNITURE + SCULPTURE

FURNITURE 102: CUSTOM PROJECTS

18 + / Intermediate / Jon Taylor

Draw in space with steel. Beginning and more experienced students explore the basic metal shop techniques of welding and cutting to build metal sculptures in this two-week class. Projects are tailored to each student’s skill level and are student initiated. Materials list provided.

MONDAYS - THURSDAYS, JAN 6 - 16, 9 a.m. - NOON. 8 classes / 24 contact hours / AA107-3 Non-member: 255 Member: 235

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FIGURE SCULPTURE

18 + / All Levels / Christi Harrington Learn to represent the human form. The semester begins with a spotlight on anatomy and building figure by developing mass, structure, surface, and form in clay. This class is great for beginners and for those looking to improve figurative work in any media. Materials list provided.

FRIDAYS, JAN 24 - APR 17, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. (No class Mar 20) 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107 - 1 Non-member: 375 Member: 355

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18 + / Beginners / Kim Valdez

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KIDS AGES 4 - 8: Kids use art to discover their

learning potential by creating and having fun as they challenge their imaginations. Supplies provided. (No Classes Mar 21) ART EXPLORATIONS I

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Ages 4 - 5 / Michael Giordani

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Students engage in the process of making art through hands-on exploration.

Discover vibrant compositions through a playful understanding of color, collage, painting, and sculpture. Children enjoy social interactions provided by activities surrounding class projects.

SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 - 10:30 a.m.

6 classes / 9 contact hours / CA101-1 Non-member: 68 Member: 58

SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 - 10:30 a.m.

6 classes / 9 contact hours / CA101-2 Non-member: 68 Member: 58

ART EXPLORATIONS II: DRAWING + PAINTING

Ages 6 - 8 / Rachel Ortega

Children develop drawing skills using a wide variety of media and tools. They learn to work from observation, memory, and imagination while experimenting with forms of drawing and painting. Students learn about famous artists through trips to the Museum of Art and class presentations.

SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-1 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-3 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

ART EXPLORATIONS II: CLAY + SCULPTURAL MEDIA

Ages 6 – 8 / Kyle Pumilio

Children use a variety of media including clay and glaze, recycled materials, fibers, plaster, wire and more as they build sculptures and create nonstop. Students learn about famous sculptors and ceramists while making art in the School of Art’s beautiful historic ceramics studio.

SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-2 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-4 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

YOUNG ARTISTS

STOP-MOTION ANIMATION

Ages 9-12 / Meghan Murphy Pagano Action! Create your own stop-motion animations while learning a wide range of skills including operating a camera and tripod, how the stopmotion process works, creating characters, props, scenery and sound effects. Students see artist examples, plan storylines, and produce several animations.

SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-1 Non-member: 128 Member: 118 SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104- 2 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

YOUNG ARTISTS CLAY + SCULPTURE

Ages 9 – 12 / Paula Caruana

Expand your creative voices and skills by experimenting with clay and sculptural materials. Open-ended projects and lessons encourage confidence and build maturity. Lessons focus on popular and historic sculpture artists and ceramists. Visits to the Museum of Art lead the way for fun and exciting projects.

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SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes /15 contact hours / CA103-2 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

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SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-4 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

YOUNG ARTISTS DRAWING + PAINTING

Ages 9 – 12 / Sarah Kilian

Develop and expand drawing and painting skills using a wide variety of media while working from observation, memory, and imagination. Visits to the Museum of Art gives students the opportunity to connect with works of art while learning about famous artists. (No class March 21) SESSION I: JAN 25 - FEB 29 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-1 Non-member: 128 Member: 118 SESSION II: MAR 7 - APR 18 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-3 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

Classes make great gifts

AGES 9-12:

Preteens are developing their aesthetic sense and starting to pursue personally relevant ideas in each of these courses.

Supplies provided. (No Classes Mar 21)

TEENS AGES 13-17: MWPAI’s professional facilities and

specialty classes offer an introduction to art school and support a well-rounded art education.

Supplies provided. (No Classes Apr 4-10) NEW INTRO TO FASHION DESIGN FOR TEENS Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Niki English Design your own clothing collection! Explore design concepts, theory, basic fabric knowledge, research techniques, ideation techniques such as collage and mood boards, fashion sketching, and design presentation. Walk away with a portfolio of designs.

MONDAYS, JAN 27 - MAR 16, 6 - 8 p.m. (No class Apr 6) 8 classes / 16 contact hours / TA170-1 / Non-member: 240 Member: 220

TEEN DRAWING PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

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Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Joella Burt

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In this class, participants learn the drawing skills essential to translate the 3D world onto a 2D surface, covering projects from still lifes to figure drawing.

Preparation for a portfolio review is explored through critiques with universal terms to communicate and present best work.

THURSDAYS, JAN 23 - APR 16, 6 – 8 p.m. (No class Apr 9) 12 classes / 24 contact hours / TA102-1 / Non-member: 260 Member: 240

TEEN DRAWING + PAINTING

Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Sandra DeVisser This is the perfect class to seriously improve your art game, advance your skills and meet others with a shared interest in the arts. Class focuses on drawing and painting from observation.

SATURDAYS, JAN 25 - APR 18, 9 – 11:30 a.m. (No class Apr 4) 12 classes / 30 contact hours / TA101-1 / Non-member: 310 Member: 290

TEEN DIGITAL PAINTING IN ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

Ages 13 - 17 / Beginners / Joella Burt

This course covers the basics of digital painting and illustration in Adobe Photoshop CC, a program used in all creative industries. Explore tools and techniques for translating color theory into the digital space to generate content, download and create custom brushes, learn about layers, and more.

WEDNESDAYS, FEB 5 - MAR 25, 6 – 8 p.m.

8 classes / 16 contact hours / TA101-2 / Non-member: 180 Member: 165

ART + AUTISM ADVENTURES IN ART In collaboration with The Kelberman Center at the School of Art This studio class provides kids and teens with autism spectrum disorder an opportunity to delve into a variety of art-making processes through play, experimentation, and material exploration. Projects build visual skills and instruction is tailored to meet individual needs. The Kelberman Center provides up to three staff per session for student support. All students must register through The Kelberman Center for screening and appropriate accommodation.

SESSION I: JAN 21 - FEB 25 TUESDAYS, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

6 sessions | 9 contact hours | CO102-1 Non-member: 90 Member: 85

SESSION II: MAR 3 - APR 7 TUESDAYS, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

6 sessions | 9 contact hours | CO102-2 Non-member: 90 Member: 85

Free for Kelberman Center waiver clients

Free for Kelberman Center waiver clients

The Kelberman Center provides state-of-the-art programs and services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and their families.

Please register for this collaborative class at kelbermancenter.org or by calling 315.797.6241

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Ages 8 - 16 / All Levels / Michael Giordani

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FACULTY

PROFESSORS CHRISTOPHER CIRILLO teaches design, color theory, painting, and drawing courses for PrattMWP. He received his MFA in visual arts from The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University and his BFA in painting and drawing from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Painting

INSTRUCTORS JOELLA BURT is a PrattMWP alumni and received her BFA in painting and K-12 teaching certification from SUNY Potsdam. She has exhibited regionally and expanded her digital and traditional painting practice through teaching seminars and offering works for sale locally. Digital Painting / Teens VERONICA JUYOUN BYUN was born in Seoul, Korea, received her MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, RI and her BFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in Alfred, NY. Veronica was a 2013-2015 Artist in Residence. She is the Assistant Coordinator and Instructor of Ceramic Arts at MWPAI. Pottery / Ceramics PAULA CARUANA received her BS in art education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. She has taught K-12 art in public and private schools. Paula is a Decorative Arts Assistant in MWPAI’s Museum of Art department, and a longtime student in the Institute’s community ceramics program. Young Artists ALEXANDRIA MARIE COMPO attended PrattMWP and graduated from Pratt Institute with a BFA in communication design and a concentration in illustration.

Alexandria is a freelance designer and illustrator who works with a variety of private, retail, musician, and creative clients across multiple platforms. Drawing / Adults SANDRA DEVISSER has been an instructor at the School of Art since 1980 where she founded and developed the Teen Drawing and Painting curriculum. She received her BA in social studies from SUNY Albany, her MA from Colgate University, and was awarded a certificate in fine arts from MWPAI.

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Painting / Adults / Teens

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MARY BETH FIORENTINO’s jewelry is centered around experimental enameling and hand fabrication methods combined with her background in design. She holds an MFA in Metal from the State University of New York at New Paltz and a BFA in graphic design from SUNY Fredonia. Jewelry / Adults MICHAEL GIORDANI graduated from PrattMWP and Pratt Institute with a BFA. He is a Utica transplant, born in New York City and raised on Long Island, NY. He enjoys nothing more than fostering the creative spark in others. Young Artists ANNETTE GURDO has been actively working and exhibiting in Central NY for more than 20 years. Her commissions and work are included in many collections throughout the northeast. She received an AA in fine arts from MWPI/MVCC and a BFA in drawing and painting at the Philadelphia College of Art. Painting / Drawing CHRISTI HARRINGTON is a Professor of Art at MVCC. She received her BFA from the University of Michigan and began studying the figure while abroad in Italy.

Christi holds an MFA in sculpture from the New York Academy of Art. Sculpture/

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MICHAEL HICKS received his BA in Political Science from Rutgers University.

He then attended the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies for Documentary Photography Multimedia before pursuing his MFA in Photography at Syracuse University. Recent residencies include Saltonstall Colony for the Arts and the Berlin Summer Residency. Michael exhibits internationally and teaches at Syracuse University. 2019/20 Artist in Residence, Photo

JANET LOREN HILL received her BFA from the University of Washington and her MFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She has exhibited at numerous galleries nationally including Field Projects Gallery (NY, NY), Blindfold Gallery (Seattle, WA) and Stone Gallery’s 2017 exhibition of Boston Young Contemporaries. Recent residencies include Vermont Studio Center, Wassaic Project, and the Beijing Royal School in China.

2019/20 Artist in Residence, Drawing/Painting

NIKI ENGLISH is an Apparel Designer who has been working in the NYC fashion industry for 10 years. She has worked for brands including Jessica Simpson, Vivienne Tam, and Ann Taylor as well as creating her own designs and accessories. Niki received a BS in apparel design from the Univ. of Minnesota, Minneapolis.

Fashion / Adults / Teens

GAVIN LAW is a local videographer and owner of Gavin Law Videography and commercially focused Upstate Film Company. Gavin holds an AA in radio, and TV broadcasting from Herkimer County Community College. Video YULIA LEVKOVICH is an award-winning representational painter. She trained at the Academy of Realist Art, received her BFA from OCAD University, Toronto, and her MFA from the New York Academy of Art in Manhattan. She has taught at several institutions including the The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Painting / Adults ERIC MISHALANIE completed the MWPI/MVCC program before receiving his photography BA from Maryland Institute College of Art. Eric currently owns and operates Mishalanie Photography which covers a wide range of photographic services. Photography JOSEPH MURPHY is an illustrator who uses atmosphere and light to create dreamlike images for projects in book publishing, editorial, and entertainment fields. Joseph received his BFA and MFA in illustration from Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts. Painting / Illustration AMY FRANCISCO-NUGENT is an artist and museum educator. She received her BFA in Art Photography from Syracuse University and worked as an English teacher in South Korea. Her personal work combines photography, fibers, sculpture, and digital media.

RACHEL ORTEGA knew she wanted to be an artist and teacher by the time she was 12. She received a BFA from Alfred University. She works in the Utica City Schools as an art teacher and loves making art with kids and being inspired by their creativity and personalities. Kids MEGHAN PAGANO received her MFA in interdisciplinary art from Goddard College. She holds a BFA in photography and art education from the College of Saint Rose and an AA in fine arts and illustration from MVCC. Animation / Young Artists KYLE PUMILIO received his education from PrattMWP and SUNY Potsdam and is an art instructor at West Canada Valley CSD. He loves working with diverse students, ceramics, and three-dimensional form. Kids / Teens CARLIE SHERRY received her BFA in painting from SUNY Potsdam and her MFA in painting from Syracuse University. She is an adjunct instructor at Utica College and PrattMWP. Carlie has exhibited throughout the Northeast. Painting / Drawing SHANNON STOCKBRIDGE received her BFA in sculpture through PrattMWP and graduated from Pratt Institute. Jewelry is her primary medium and she has been creating a wearable collection using the lost-wax casting and alternative materials. Jewelry / Kids /

Adults

TARO TAKIZAWA was born and raised in Japan. He received a BFA in 2-D/ printmaking from Central Michigan University and an MFA from Syracuse University in printmaking.

He exhibits his printmaking, vinyl installations, paintings, drawings, and ceramics nationally and internationally. Printmaking JON TAYLOR is the owner of ENJOINERY, a custom design and fabrication business. He received a sculpture BFA from Alfred University and an MFA from UMass Dartmouth in wood and furniture Design. Sculpture / Adults

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Fibers / Adults

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CALENDAR

REGISTER NOW MWPAI.ORG OR 315.797.8260 WINTER 2020 January 14

Scholarship application deadline

January 20

MLK Day

January 21 MWPAI adult + teen classes begin January 25

Session I Saturday kid’s classes begin

March 7

Session II Saturday kid’s classes begin

March 16 - 21 NO CLASSES; Some exceptions; MWP Spring Break April 22

Winter session ends

May 2

CAE Student Exhibition Opens

SUMMER 2020 June 15 - 28 Ceramics Salt + Wood Firing Workshop July 1

CAE Scholarship application deadline

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July 6-10 Week 1, MWPAI adult, teen, + kids classes begin

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July 13-17

Week 2

July 14 - July 19

MWPAI Arts Festival

July 16

OCYB 12th Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest

July 20-24

Week 3

July 27-31

Week 4

July 31

Summer session ends (some exceptions)

PLEASE NOTE: Registration may be available for classes posted online before printed catalogs are mailed. Interested students are encouraged to check online course listings.

STAFF Interim Dean Ken Marchione Community Arts Education & Residency Director Audrey Hasen Taylor Assistant to the Dean Jennifer Wollaber-Syrotynski Registrar Angela Marken

Administrative Assistant/Reception Renee Mozzetti Evening Receptionist Jamie Barcomb and Sharon Bello

SCHOLARSHIPS Partial scholarships for each semester may be available to kids, teens, and adults who demonstrate significant financial need. Awards are limited and the amounts vary based on the quantity of qualified applications received. When granted, award amounts usually offset a portion of the tuition for one course only.

To apply, obtain a scholarship form online at mwpai.org, or from the MWPAI School of Art office: mwpsoa@mwpai.org Elizabeth R. Lemieux Children’s Scholarship Fund Ellen Marie Geiersbach Memorial Children’s Scholarship Fund Carmen E. Guarnieri Children’s Scholarship Fund Community Arts Education Scholarship Fund

GIVING

Consider funding a scholarship or special facilities at the School of Art. Art enhances our lives, adding beauty and substance to the human existence. Your support of MWPAI helps ensure the survival of the arts and the wonderfully diverse set of gifts this area has to offer. Contact our development office (315) 797-0000, ext. 2129 WEATHER CANCELLATIONS

In the event of inclement weather or other emergency cancellation, announcements will be made on the following: Local news outlets, MWPAI website, School of Art Reception: Automated cancellation message, and MWPAI Social Media.

PLEASE NOTE: We generally do not contact students individually by phone or email for inclement weather cancellations. MWPAI and our instructors make reasonable efforts to reschedule some adult classes canceled due to inclement weather or other emergencies however it is not always possible.

KIDS + TEENS: Because of heavy classroom usage between the college program and other CAE classes, we do not offer makeup classes for children and teen classes.

COURSE CHANGES + CANCELLATIONS

Course catalog and class listing must be considered informational and not binding on the Institute. Community Arts Education classes are subject to minimum enrollment guidelines. We make every effort to notify students of canceled classes in a timely fashion. However, courses are sometimes canceled as late as the day of the first class meeting. If your course is canceled, you are contacted and given the option of substituting another course or receiving a full refund. It is extremely important that we have your correct email and phone number. Additionally, in these circumstances, please note that MWPAI is not responsible for supplies purchased prior to the start of classes.

REFUND POLICY

A full refund will be granted for Community Arts Education classes or workshops when an entire course is canceled or the Office of the Registrar receives an official withdrawal form from a student prior to the first scheduled class meeting.

A pro-rated refund may be given after the second scheduled class, based on last day of attendance and/or date the official withdrawal form is received by the registrar.

After the third scheduled class, no refund will be granted unless it is a medical emergency accompanied by a doctor’s note.

This refund policy covers withdrawals for any reasons including injury, illness or family emergencies. Refunds of fees take up to four weeks to process and take the form of the original payment method for the canceled course.

Checks are mailed directly to the student’s home address. Official Withdrawal Forms may be downloaded from the website or obtained at the School of Art reception desk.

DISMISSAL

Students are expected to abide by studio rules and to compose themselves in a courteous and polite manner at all times.

MWPAI instructors may, with the approval of the CAE Director or Dean, dismiss from class or refuse enrollment to any attendee who is disruptive or uncooperative or whose skills are advanced beyond the level of instruction of a particular class or section. Students may or may not be given a warning by the Instructor, Director, or Dean before dismissal.

For full policies, please visit mwpai.org.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute has a policy of non-discrimination, which assures that students are accepted fairly, and without discriminatory regard for sex, race, national origin, color, religion, age, disability or sexual orientation.

MEDIA POLICY

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a not-for-profit educational corporation which, in furtherance of its purposes and objectives, endeavors to publicize the work and achievements of its students, faculty, staff and alumni. In connection with these efforts the Institute reserves the right to release appropriate information and to take photographs, motion pictures, or videotape of students, faculty, staff and alumni, and their work, and to use and distribute these materials in any form or format in furtherance of the Institute’s purpose and objectives.

CATALOG DESIGN

Sarah Burns-Miller / saraheburns.com

310 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502

Save the Date

ANNUAL COMMUNITY ARTS EDUCATION STUDENT EXHIBITION May 2 - May 24 OPENING RECEPTION Saturday, May 2, 4 - 6 p.m.

Free + Open to the Public PrattMWP Gallery in the Museum of Art