School of Art Fall 2018 Course Catalog

FALL 2018

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CONTENTS Workshops 3

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

Office School of Art 1200 State Street Utica, NY 13502

Art Appreciation 5 Ceramics 6 Drawing + Painting 8

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

Jewelry + Metals 12 Printmaking + Calligraphy 13 Photo, Video + Animation 14 Furniture + Sculpture 16 Teens 17

Phone 315.797.8260

Young Artists 18 Art + Autism 19

Email mwpsoa@mwpai.edu

Web www.mwpai.org/learn

Kids 20 Faculty 22 Calendar 26 Scholarships 27

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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 St. Our store carries a full range of art supplies, personal items, and PrattMWP merchandise.

BECOME A MEMBER MWPAI membership has many benefits including discounted classes at the School of Art, free admission to all museum exhibitions, and borrowing privileges at the MWPAI Art Research Library. Visit MWPAI.org and click SUPPORT for membership details.

ON THE COVER: Frank Montecalvo, Old and New Utica, Acrylic, 2018.

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DRAWING FACES FROM CASTS

Ages 16+ All Levels / Yulia Levkovich

Draw using PrattMWP’s collection of cast anatomical models of facial features. Delve into the planes and details of the face in this three-hour workshop based on the classical practice of sight-size cast drawing in charcoal or pencil.

THURSDAY, OCT 4, 6 - 9 p.m.

1 session / 3 hours / WK101-2 Non-member: 35 Member: 30

PHOTOSHOP COLLAGE + LAYERS

Ages 18 + / All Levels / Joella Burt Apply collage techniques to digital artwork and illustration with an intro to Adobe Photoshop through layers, custom brushes, and more.

WEDNESDAY, NOV 14, 6 - 9 p.m.

1 session / 3 hours / WK102-2 Non-member: 35 Member: 30

RE-BOUND: HAND-CRAFTED BOOKS + UPCYCLED MATERIALS Ages 16+ / All Levels Rachel Bartunek

PHOTO SESH: SARANAC BREWERY

Ages 21 + / All Levels Eric Mishalanie

Explore architectural photography.

Learn tips to shoot in industrial spaces and capture wide angles during this three-hour, site-specific workshop inside one of the oldest family owned craft breweries in the country. Provide your own SLR camera and tripod. Fee includes one post-workshop beer or soda ticket.

TUESDAY, OCT 16, 1 - 4 p.m.

1 session / 3 hours / WK105-3 Non-member: 45 Member: 40

Participants will use upcycled and natural materials to produce unique, high-quality, personalized handmade books. This workshop combines bookbinding techniques, paper crafting, textiles and decorative arts. Materials included.

THURSDAY, NOV 29, 6 - 9 p.m.

1 session / 3 hours / WK103-6 Non-member: 40 Member: 35

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“SELFIE” PORTRAIT

16 + / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich Students work from a mirror held at arm’s-length to create a trendy “selfie” portrait in oil paint. This fun workshop explores oils and new portraiture. Instruction tailored to individual skill levels.

SATURDAY, OCT 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

1 session / 6 hours / WK102-10 Non-member: 60 Member: 55

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INTRO TO STAINED GLASS ARTISTRY

Ages 18 + / All Levels / L. David Pye, Ph.D.

Dive into stained glass. Following an introduction on historical and modern aspects of stained glass, students construct a framed work of art in brilliant colored glass. This hands-on process includes the fundamentals of pattern design and utilization; cutting, sizing and fitting various pieces of glass; and joining methods. Materials included.

Limited spots.

SATURDAY, OCT 27, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

1 session / 6 hours / WK107-1 Non-member: 180 Member 175

PATTERN DESIGN

Ages 18 + / All Levels / Eloisa Gobbo

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SculptureSpace Artist in Residence, from Padova, Italy

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Learn to design patterns using traditional tools including paper, pencil and colors or a computer. Explore the principles of symmetry groups (translation, reflection, rotation, glide-reflection), frieze patterns, wallpaper groups, and tessellation. Pattern design applications include artwork, decoration, ceramics, graphics, wallpapers, fabric prints, and more.

SATURDAY, NOV 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

1 session / 6 hours / WK103-1 Non-member: 55 Member: 50

LIFE-SIZE FIGURE DRAWING

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich Go big! Draw life-size figures on six-foot lengths of paper. Instruction focuses on proportion, line quality, observation of the standing figure, and modeling of form through value. Nude models will be used.

SATURDAY, DEC 1, 1 - 6 p.m.

1 sessions / 5 hours / WK102-9 Non-member: 55 Member: 50

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ART APPRECIATION ART + RELIGION

Ages 18 + / All Levels / Annette Goldmacher Presentations and group discussions focus on the influence of religion in historic and contemporary artworks. This is an enjoyable class for any level of art enthusiast.

TUESDAYS, OCT 9 - 30, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

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

Image: Kelli Samson, Studio Painting, 2018

INTRO TO POTTERY: THROWING FOR BEGINNERS

Ages 18+ / Beginners / Nichole Hess

Develop skill, dexterity, and coordination using the potter’s wheel as a tool of the ceramic-forming process. Students are introduced to hand-building and throwing techniques. Aesthetics are developed in a contemporary, social, and historical context while also exploring the fundamental process of firing and glazing. Tuition includes clay and glaze. Reasonable firing fees are charged, based on volume of work produced.

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MONDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 9 a.m. - NOON 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-1 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

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THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

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

INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED POTTERY

Ages 18+ / Intermediate-Advanced / Veronica Byun This course covers 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. Reasonable firing fees are charged, based on volume of work produced. Prerequisite: Intro to Pottery and/or instructor permission to enroll.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-3 Non-member: 380 Member: 360 THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 1 - 4 p.m.

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

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 1 - 4 p.m.

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

CERAMICS The historic Ceramics Studio Building houses the pottery studios, wood and salt kiln shed, the Vincent R. Clemente Ceramic Resource Room, and the Sunithi J. Bajekal Small Works Gallery. Studio guidelines are available online.

SALT FIRING WORKSHOPS

Ages 18+ / Intermediate / Veronica Byun Salt firing is embraced by ceramic artists and potters because of the beautiful and unpredictable 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 II: OCT 24 - NOV 14 WEDNESDAYS, 6 - 9 p.m.

4 sessions / 12 contact hours / WK104-7 Non-member: 145 Member: 135

CERAMIC SCULPTURE

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Veronica Byun Students engage in sculpture focused on spatial relationships and ideas as they exist in architectural settings. The processes of hand building for tile patterning and press molding for multiple repetitive pattern making are the primary modes of construction this semester. Drawing and modelmaking are stressed as preliminary studies for installation.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 1 - 4 p.m.

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

FIRING TICKETS Firing fees are based on the measured volume of the finished pieces. Firing tickets are available for purchase at the School of Art reception desk for $1.50 each.

CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO Students currently enrolled in a ceramics class may take advantage of open ceramic studio hours, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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WORKSHOP I: SEPT 26 - OCT 17 WEDNESDAYS, 6 - 9 p.m.

4 sessions / 12 contact hours / WK104-6 Non-member: 145 Member: 135

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DRAWING + PAINTING

FIGURE DRAWING

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Annette Gurdo Humans have been the subjects of drawings since prehistory. This evening class explores gesture drawing, contour drawing, and other methods of recording a direct response to the figure on paper. A nude model will be used. Materials list provided.

SESSION I: TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - OCT 23, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-2 Non-member: 145 Member: 135 SESSION II: TUESDAYS, OCT 30 - DEC 11, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (No class Nov 20) 6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-3 Non-member: 145 Member: 135

REFORMAT / REFOCUS: COLLAGE + MIXED MEDIA DRAWING

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Carlie Sherry

Develop drawing techniques while integrating a variety of materials within any given work of art. In three separate projects, explore collage techniques that utilize photo transfers, drawings in pencil, watercolor, ink, charcoal, and marker.

Materials list provided.

MONDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 6 - 9 p.m.

6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-5 Non-member: 150 Member: 135

INTRO TO WATERCOLOR

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Ages 18+ / Beginners / Annette Gurdo

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Gain a foundation in watercolor painting through step-by-step techniques including washes, wet-on-wet, dry brush, blotting, lifting, glazing, and more.

Learn color, art history, and your own painting style through this versatile medium. Demonstrations show the flexibility of watercolor and presentations inform and inspire. Projects range from simple exercises to individualized paintings. Materials list provided.

MONDAYS, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-9 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

PAINTING TECHNIQUES FOR BEGINNERS

Ages 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, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 9 a.m.- noon 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-3 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

Soojin Kim, Hung Cookies No.1, Oil on Canvas, 40X45, 2017

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CONTEMPORARY OIL PAINTING

Ages 18 + / All Levels Soojin Kim, MWPAI Artist in Residence

Paint dazzling realistic depictions of familiar objects and contemporary foodstuffs through a classical lens. Traditional Dutch still life oil techniques and modern applications are taught to hone individual students skills with shape, color, and texture. In-studio presentations focus on OG 17c Dutch painters, the history of food as artistic subject, and the meaning of food in contemporary art and pop culture. A dynamic class for fresh beginners as well as experienced painters. Materials list provided.

TUESDAY, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-11 Non-member: 275 Member: 255

DRAWING + PAINTING

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INTERMEDIATE PAINTING

Ages 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, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA108-1 Non-member: 205 Member: 185

OIL PAINTING PORTRAITURE

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich Great for beginners and experienced painters. Students are introduced to portrait painting by working from a live model, learning basic drawing techniques for a preparatory sketch, and transferring techniques. Students explore a classical oil painting approach and complete finished portrait paintings.

Materials list provided.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-4 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

STUDIO PAINTING

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Ages 18 + / All Levels / Chris Cirillo

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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. Students develop their painting skills and learn how to analyze and talk about art through critiques and discussions. Materials list provided.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 9 a.m. - noon 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-1 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

LANDSCAPE PAINTING

Ages 18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo Focus on painting the landscape from images and nature.

The majority of the semester delves into studio work from images and sketches. Painting en plein Air may be offered towards the beginning of the course, weather permitting.

Individualized instruction and demonstrations in watercolor, acrylic, oils and pastels are featured. Materials list provided.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 1 - 4 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-2 Non-Member: 295 Member: 275

JEWELRY + METALS

BEGINNING JEWELRY

Ages 18+ / Beginners / Shannon Stockbridge Learn creative fine metal working 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, SEPT 17 - DEC 10, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-2 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

AFTERNOON SESSION: TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 1 - 4 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-1 Non-member: 380 Member: 360

OFF THE CHAIN: FABRICATING UNCOMMON CHAINS FOR JEWELRY

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge

Learn traditional chain making and how to create unusual linkages.

Demonstrations cover simple connections and move through twisting, weaving, texturing, forming, to fusing and soldering fine metals. Techniques for making chains with sheet metal and non-traditional materials will also be covered. All materials provided. Silver is available for purchase.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - OCT 23, 6 - 9 p.m.

6 Classes / 18 contact hours / AA106-6 Non-member: 188 Member: 168

RING CASTING

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge

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Whether crafting a charm for a loved one or shaping a ring for personal adornment, this class is all about creating bling! Learn the timeless process of lost wax casting to craft a finished ring of your original design. Explore carving, sculpting, and finishing techniques to ultimately cast bronze or silver rings.

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TUESDAYS, OCT 30 - DEC 11, 6 - 9 p.m.

6 Classes / 18 contact hours / AA106-5 Non-member: 188 Member: 168

INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED JEWELRY

Ages 18 + / Intermediate - Advanced / Chris Irick 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 and practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations may include working with non-traditional materials, surface development, stone setting, die forming, hollowware, casting, or enameling.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

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

JEWELRY OPEN STUDIO Jewelry students have access to designated open lab time on some Saturday to continue working independently at no additional cost while enrolled in a six- or 12-week course. Lab schedules are posted at the beginning of class.

Ages 16+ / All Levels / Rachel Bartunek

Beautiful 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 this four-session, in-depth class.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - OCT 11, 6 - 8 p.m.

4 sessions / 8 contact hours / AA300-1 Non-member: 85 Member: 80

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SCREENPRINTING

18+ / All Levels / Taro Takizawa 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, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

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

PRINTMAKING + CALLIGRAPHY

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MINI-COURSE: HAND LETTERING + CONTEMPORARY CALLIGRAPHY

PHOTO + VIDEO + ANIMATION

INTRO TO CREATIVE VIDEO

Ages 18+ / Beginners / Gavin Law This is an excellent introduction to video production through techniques and processes taught in the 4D computer lab. Students capture footage on their own digital devices to bring into the studio to learn video recording, editing and basic introductions to programs including Premiere Pro. Studio time revolves around watching examples, learning software and equipment, and working on course assignments.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA150-1 Non-member: 355 Member: 335

BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Ages 18+ / Beginners / Eric Mishalanie

Learn the fundamentals of digital photography from the technical aspects of camera and lens operation to the artistry of composition. Creatively edit, develop, and print images in the digital darkroom computer lab using Adobe Photoshop CC. Students must provide their own digital cameras.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA120-1 Non-member: 375 Member: 355

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INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Ages 18 + / Intermediate - Advanced / Jamie Young

Build on the fundamentals of digital photography and dive deeper into concept and creative compositions. In-class demos focus on new techniques and processes in Adobe Photoshop CC. Instruction geared toward developing individual projects.

Digital printing and presentation will also be discussed. Students must provide their own digital cameras.

TUESDAYS, SEPT 18 - DEC 11, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA105-1 Non-member: 375 Member: 355

Caroline Voagen Nelson, “Code Ruth,” film still, 2018, Animation, h.264, 16:9

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STOP-MOTION ANIMATION

Ages 16 + / All Levels Caroline Voagen Nelson, MWPAI Artist in Residence Learn to create professional stop-motion films using various techniques and explore the principles of animation. Survey of stop-motion animation’s history and multiple styles created through the years will be discussed. Range of skills taught include operating multi-plane camera set ups, lighting fundamentals and learning Dragonframe, the industry standard software for stop-motion animation.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m.

12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA150-3 Non-member: 295 Member: 275

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FURNITURE 101: CRAFTING CULINARY OBJECTS

Ages 18+ / Beginners / Jon Taylor

Learn the fundamental skills necessary to produce functional wood objects such as cutting boards and spoons. Students become familiar with the safe use of hand and power tools while exploring joinery and carving techniques, design, finishes, and efficient planning of a hand-crafted wood project. Emphasis placed on preparing students for their own projects beyond this course. Materials and tool list provided. FURNITURE 102 is offered in the Winter Session.

MONDAYS + WEDNESDAYS, OCT 1 – NOV 7, 6 – 9 p.m.

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

FIGURE SCULPTURE: ANATOMY

Ages 18+ / All Levels / Christi Harrington Learn to represent the human form through weekly focused studies of anatomy.

Students closely study elements and proportions of the body by developing mass, structure, surface, and form in oil clay. Great for beginners and for those looking to improve figurative work in any media. Materials list provided.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA107-1 Non-member 185 Member: 165

SESSION II: NOV 3 – DEC 15 (No Class Nov 24) SATURDAYS, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA107-3 Non-member 185 Member: 165

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

classes offer an introduction to art school and support a well-rounded art education. (No Classes Nov 24) DRAWING PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Carlie Sherry

A strong portfolio is essential for art students applying to colleges. 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. Supplies are provided.

THURSDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 – 8 p.m.

8 classes / 16 contact hours / TA102-1 Non-member: 180 Member: 165

TEEN DRAWING + PAINTING

This is the perfect class for teens who want to seriously improve their art game, advance their skills and meet others with a shared interest in the arts. Class focuses on drawing and painting from observation. Supplies are provided. Limited to 15 students.

SATURDAYS, SEPT 22 - DEC 15, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

16 classes / 40 contact hours / TA101-1 Non-member: 310 Member: 290

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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. Students 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.

Supplies are provided.

WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 19 - OCT 24, 6 – 8 p.m.

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

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Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Sandra DeVisser

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YOUNG ARTISTS

AGES 9-12: Pre-teens are developing their

aesthetic sense and starting to pursue personally relevant ideas. (No Classes Nov 24) 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 stop-motion process works, creating characters, props, scenery and sound effects. Students see artist examples, plan storylines, and produce several animations. Limited to 10 students.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-1 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

YOUNG ARTISTS CLAY + SCULPTURAL MEDIA

Ages 9 – 12 / Paula Caruana

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Students expand their 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.

Limited to 15 students.

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SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 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

Students 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 give students the opportunity to connect with works of art while learning about famous artists. Supplies provided. Limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-1 Non-member: 128 Member: 118

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

PLEASE NOTE: Parents are asked to provide a snack for break time and a smock to protect clothing. All other supplies are included.

IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.

ART + AUTISM ADVENTURES IN ART In collaboration with The Kelberman Center at the School of Art

Ages 8 - 16 / All Levels / Michael Giordani

SESSION I: SEPT 18 - OCT 23 TUESDAYS, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

6 sessions | 7.5 contact hours | CO102-1 Non-member: 90 Member: 85 Free for Kelberman Center waiver clients

SESSION II: OCT 30 - DEC 11 (No Class Nov 20) TUESDAYS, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

6 sessions | 7.5 contact hours | CO102-2 Non-member: 90 Member: 85 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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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. All materials included. Class size limited to 10 students. 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.

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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 Nov 24)

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. Limited to 10 students.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 - 10:30 a.m.

6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-1 Non-member: 68 Member: 58

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 SATURDAYS, 9 - 10:30 a.m.

6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-2 Non-member: 68 Member: 58

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. Limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

ART EXPLORATIONS II: DRAWING + PAINTING

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. Limited to 15 students.

SESSION I: SEPT 22 – OCT 27 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

SESSION II: NOV 3 - DEC 15 SATURDAYS, 9 – 11:30 a.m.

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

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Ages 6 - 8

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FACULTY

PROFESSORS CHRISTOPHER CIRILLO instructs design, color theory, painting, and drawing courses for PrattMWP. Chris 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 CHRIS IRICK received a BFA in Metalsmithing from Texas Tech University and an MFA in metals from UMass Dartmouth. She is currently Professor of Metal Arts and the head of the jewelry program at PrattMWP. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Jewelery / Metals

INSTRUCTORS RACHEL BARTUNEK owns Handmade Darling, a bespoke paper goods and event accessories boutique featured online and in local CNY shops. She received her MS in communications design through Pratt Institute focusing in print and typography. Calligraphy / Book Arts / Portfolio 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

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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

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PAULA CARUANA received her BS in art education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. Paula is a Decorative Arts Assistant in MWPAI’s Museum of Art Decorative Arts Department and a long-time student in the Institute’s community ceramics program. Young Artists SANDRA DEVISSER has been an instructor at the School of Art since 1980 and developed the Young Artists Program. 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. Painting / Adults / Teens 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. Kids ANNETTE GOLDMACHER received her BA in classical studies and German from Colgate University and her MA in museum studies from Syracuse University’s Graduate Program. Art Appreciation NICHOLE HESS is a PrattMWP alumni with a BFA in ceramics from Pratt Institute. She is experienced in wood and salt firing, was a demo thrower for Standard Ceramic Supply, and has worked in a commercial pottery studio in Brooklyn, NY. Ceramics

Image: Julie Huntsman, Studio Painting, 2018

FACULTY

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 an Associate 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 SARAH TUCKERMAN KILIAN has taught in the Utica City School District since 1990. She is a graduate of William Smith College in Geneva, NY, and received her MS in art education from Syracuse University. Young Artists SOOJIN KIM is a multidisciplinary Korean artist who works in Korea and the U.S. After receiving an MS in electrical engineering, Soojin pursued her MFA at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University. Recent awards include the Boit Award for independent studio practice, the Dana Pond Award in painting, and a MASS Moca Artist Residency. She is represented by Gallery BOM, Boston, and Tao Water Gallery, W. Barnstable, MA. Painting / 2018-19 MWPAI Artist in Residence 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

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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, Manhattan. Yulia has taught at several institutions including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Painting / Adults

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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 dream-like 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 CAROLINE VOAGEN NELSON creates animations inspired by American history and fabricated mythologies. Caroline received her BFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and MFA in digital art with a focus in animation at Pratt Institute. Her work has been shown at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, Aperture Gallery, the Florida Film Festival, Animasivo, el Festival in Mexico City, and the Museum of the City of New York. Animation / 2018-19 MWPAI Artist in Residence 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 in Utica schools. He loves working with diverse students, ceramics, and the three dimensional form. Kids / Teens

EMILY REGER received her BFA in environmental design from East Carolina University and her K-12 art certification from the University of North Carolina.

She has 20 years of enthusiastic visual arts teaching and creative outreach. Kids 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 New York State.

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 TARO TAKIZAWA was born and raised in Japan. He received a BFA in 2-D/ printmaking from Central Michigan University and a MFA from Syracuse University in printmaking. He has exhibited his printmaking, vinyl installations, paintings, drawings, and ceramics nationally and internationally. Taro was recently awarded residency at Saltonstall Artists Colony. Printmaking JON TAYLOR is the owner of ENJOINERY, a custom design and fabrication business collaborating with regional to international retail brands, designers, and private clients on fixtures and furniture. He received a sculpture BFA from Alfred University and an MFA from UMass Dartmouth in wood and furniture Design. Furniture

Image: Pam Ossont, Ceramics Sculpture, 2018

JAMIE YOUNG is a professional and fine art photographer. His client list includes Syracuse University, American Girl, Sundance Cinemas, The New York Times, among others. Jamie teaches photography at PrattMWP and wood/metal fabrication at Syracuse University’s School of Design. Photography

CALENDAR

REGISTER NOW MWPAI.ORG OR 315.797.8260 FALL 2018 September 4 Labor Day September 10 Scholarship application deadline September 17 MWPAI adult and teen classes begin September 22 Session I kids classes begin November 3 Session II kids classes begin November 19 - 24 NO CLASSES; Thanksgiving break December 6 - Holiday Pottery Sale, School of Art Student Center December 15 Fall session ends WINTER 2019 January 21 MLK Day January 22 MWPAI adult + teen classes begin January 26 Session I Saturday kid’s classes begin March 9 Session II Saturday kid’s classes begin March 19 - 24 NO CLASSES; Some exceptions; MWP Spring Break April 22 Winter session ends

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May 4 CAE Student Exhibition Opens

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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-Colon Administrative Assistant/Reception Renee Mozzetti Evening Receptionist Jamie Barcomb

NEW STUDENT DISCOUNT!

10% OFF Tuition 315.797.8260 TO REGISTER WITH DISCOUNT. 10% off cost of class does not include additional materials.

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: MWPAI website, School of Art Reception: Automated cancellation message, Television & Radio: News, 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 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.

-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.

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

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REFUND POLICY

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S AV E T H

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Holiday Pottery Sale School of Art Student Center, 1216 State Street