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art classes - Evanston Art Center
NEW CLASSES THIS WINTER
THE FOLLOWING IS A JUST A LITTLE PREVIEW.
BUILD YOUR OWN COMPUTER
FOR KIDS AGES 9-11 PAGE 6
INDOOR SPRAY PAINTING
LEARN TO CREATE ART WITH
A WATER-BASED SPRAY PAINT
PAGE 10
MOBILE MAKING CONSTRUCT A
MOBILE BASED ON MOTION AND
BALANCE PAGE 8
BOOKBINDING INTRODUCTION TO
THE BASIC SKILLS AND TOOLS TO
CREATE HAND-CRAFTED BOOKS
PAGE 15
WINTER SESSION
ART CLASSES
JANUARY 4 MARCH 13
1717 CENTRAL STREET, EVANSTON | WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
FROM
THE
PRESIDENT
You might not guess that Evanston Art Center (EAC) is 85-years young because
of our move this past spring into a new facility on Central Street in Evanston. We
are noticing amazing upticks in our school enrollment and exhibition offerings,
as well as our daily visitor drop-ins. Our newly designed building is highlighting
that art is integral to people of all ages in Evanston and in our surrounding
communities. We want you to be a part of this artistic revitalization.
Over 30,000 people from all walks of life, representing over 100 Illinois zip codes
used the Art Center this year alone. We are a vital step in the artistic process.
The Art Center closes the gap for schools that have had funding cut for the arts
by bringing our art programming to schools. We collaborate with numerous
schools from K through College to teach skills and provide exhibition space. We
provide need-based scholarships to Evanston-Skokie District 65 elementary
students every year, year-round. Our teen and adult programming is evolving and
includes expanded interdisciplinary opportunities such as our new Maker Lab,
where students can explore 3D arts, digital fabrication, technology and design.
Our faculty is top-notch and students of all ages and backgrounds wish to learn
at EAC. Every year, EAC provides those students in need with scholarships,
financial aid, and aides to assist those with disabilities. Our exhibition program
is exceptional, showing contemporary artists from around the world, as well as
student and faculty work. All of our exhibitions are free and open to the public to
enjoy.
We want the artistic experience at EAC to reach more people. We need your help.
Our new space is attracting more visitors than ever. Please donate today to EAC
to help us continue to make artistic experiences at EAC accessible, obtainable,
and integral to anyone who wishes to make art a part of their life. Your donation
truly makes a difference at the Evanston Art Center. Donations help support
scholarship education programs, outreach programs, exhibition programs, and so
much more.
Please visit EAC at www.evanstonartcenter.org and click the “Donate” link at the
top of the page to make a tax-deductible contribution today. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Paula Danoff
President & CEO
P.S. Visit our website, visit us in person, make art a part of your life and help make
art a part of other’s lives by donating today!
The Evanston Art Center is
honored to receive the 2015
Mayor’s Award for the Arts.
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DIGITAL MEDIA AND FABRICATION IN
EVANSTON ART CENTER’S NEW MAKER LAB
There’s been a lot of discussion in the last
few years around new relatively inexpensive
technologies and equipment that allows
people to fabricate and prototype their
own images and objects in materials like
acrylic, wood, paper, vinyl, and plastic. This
equipment is still a bit too expensive for the
average household to buy, but the days of
outsourcing a project to an expensive light
manufacturing company is coming to an
end. We are witnessing the beginning of a
new Do It Yourself (DIY) movement, one
that offers lay people opportunities to work
through concepts and ideas with tools that
were once out of reach. Today the consumer
can be designer as well as producer. Do It
Yourself “Maker Labs” have been springing up
all over the country in colleges, universities,
and community centers. Most of these spaces
offer drop-in times that give people basic
access to the software and equipment. They
host workshop tutorials and then a person is
able to schedule time to come in on their own.
What Makes us
Unique:
Although we support the idea of maker
spaces, we believe they do not fulfill the
amount of instruction and investigation
people truly need to make their ideas a
reality. As an arts organization, we also feel
that we should view these technologies as
artistic tools and as an art curriculum. Our
focus should be on art students and working
artists in the communities we serve. We
are asking ourselves What does a “maker
lab” look like for an arts organization who
offers over 100 youth and adult classes and
workshops in ceramics, drawing, painting,
jewelry, metalsmithing, figure sculpture, and
printmaking? What sets us apart is a rich
project-based curriculum led by an innovative
faculty that gives users a chance to not only
play, but investigate new ways of art making.
Just consider for a moment what a painting,
drawing, traditional print, piece of jewelry,
ceramic object etc. would look like engraved
into sheets of wood, clear acrylic, bright
vinyl, 3D printed plastics of all colors, or cut
out in beautiful papers? The Evanston Art
Center welcomes everyone to imagine what’s
possible in our maker lab.
DIGITAL MEDIA
AND FABRICATION
All digital classes include free monitored
studio time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and
Thursdays times are dependent upon class
offerings and determined after the start of
classes. In addition to courses people can
become authorized on the laser engraver for
$40 and have a chance to begin a project
under direct supervision. We charge $30 for
an hour on the laser engraver and $20 for 30
minutes.
REGISTER TODAY:
CALL 847.475.5300
4745
6-WEEK BEGINNING 1/10
EXPRESSIVE IMAGES: BEGINNING DIGITAL
PHOTOGRAPHY
Andrew Breen
Sunday 1:30-3:30
Maker Lab
Ever wonder how to create exciting, wellexposed photos? This hands-on course will
make it possible to transform your pictures
into brilliant, dynamic works of art using
various digital photo techniques. Students
gain experience in photography skills through
landscape, portraiture, and still life, and learn
basic Photoshop and website applications.
Bring digital camera, flash card, and extra
batteries on the first day of class.
Skill Level: All Levels
Ages: 12-14
EAC Member $130/Non-member $150
4730
10-WEEK
ART GAMES AGES 13 – 18
Pete Nichols
Monday 4:15-6:15pm
Maker Lab
Learn the fundamentals of 3d modeling and
programming to create your own video game.
Work collaboratively to explore and discuss
the conceptual and technical elements behind
this new medium. Projects will be submitted
to Mozilla Firefox’s youth game jam. No
previous experience required.
EAC Member $ 255 / Non-member $275
7320
FLAT PACK DESIGN: SHEET TO FORM
10-WEEK
bending and laser engraving. Students will
work through various projects and develop
their own flat pack design. No previous
experience required.
EAC Member $ 370 / Non-member $390
7221
10-WEEK
BEFORE AND AFTER THE SELFIE STICK
(ADULTS)
Derek Weber
Tuesday 1-4pm
Maker Lab
Learn to engage with your camera in
manual settings through exercises in light
and shadow, perspective and composition,
color theory, shooting in the field and the
studio, an introduction to darkroom and film
photography, image editing and the internet,
exploring personal and cultural narratives, and
engaging with current events.
EAC Member $310 / Non-member $330
4731
3D PRINTING PROJECTS: AGES 9-13
10-WEEK
Pete Nichols
Tuesday 4:15-6:15pm
Maker Lab
Discover the various processes of 3d printing
to create sculptural and functional work. Learn
the fundamentals of 3d modeling and object
design. Projects include mold making for
plaster, abstract self-portraits, rubber band
powered gliders and an individual project for
our digital fabrication showcase.
EAC Member $255 / Non-member $275
Pete Nichols
Monday 6:30-9:30pm
Maker Lab
Discuss the history and techniques behind flat
pack manufacturing. Learn to use traditional
and cutting edge tools including steam
FAX 847.475.5330
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
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DIGITAL MEDIA
AND FABRICATION
(CONTINUED)
7301
7311
10-WEEK
INTRODUCTION TO 3D PRINTING
EXPLORE THE EAC MAKER LAB
Faiz Razi
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
Maker Lab
Students will get an introduction to the
basics of 3D printing, also known as additive
manufacturing. We will look at online
programs for 3D modeling such as Tinkercad,
and the database at Thingiverse as a
jumping off point for students to design and
manufacture their own 3D creations. Students
will be encouraged to sketch, draw and create
prototypes for their own unique creations
geared towards using the 3D printer as an
artistic and creative tool. We will cover both
the possibilities and limitations of the process,
and learn the correct workflow for taking a
concept to completion through the printers
onsite. Prior experience with 3D printers is
not necessary, but some knowledge in 3D
software and some elements of the Adobe
suite will be beneficial for more complicated
creations.
EAC Member $ 370 / Non-member $390
4720
10-WEEK
BEFORE AND AFTER THE SELFIE STICK
(AGES 15-18)
Derek Weber
Tuesday 4:15-6:15pm
Maker Lab
Learn to engage with your camera in
manual settings through exercises in light
and shadow, perspective and composition,
color theory, shooting in the field and the
studio, an introduction to darkroom and film
photography, image editing and the internet,
exploring personal and cultural narratives, and
engaging with current events.
EAC Member $195 / Non-member $215
7252
with lighting, sound and and a range of image
processors to explore narrative film making
in a collaborative environment. We will also
cover the fundamentals of Adobe premiere
pro as well as other software suites.
EAC Member $210 / Non-member $230
10-WEEK
THE WORLD THROUGH YOUR LENS
Derek Weber
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
Maker Lab and Darkroom
Through the lens of a camera, strengthen
your eye for composing strong images and
exploring the world around you. This class will
also delve into the history of photography and
look at past and contemporary examples that
push the boundaries of public discourse.
EAC Member $310 / Non-member $330
Pete Nichols
Thursday 1 pm - 4 pm
Maker Lab
This course explores the tools that exist in the
Evanston Art Center Maker Lab. Projects are
designed to utilize our Dremel 3D printers,
Boss laser engraver, vinyl cutter, and software
applications like Rhino and Processing.
EAC Member $230/Non-member $250
4766
10-WEEKS
BUILD YOUR OWN COMPUTER AGES 9-11
Einstein By Design
Thursday 4:15-6:15pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Using a Raspberry Pi-based system, you will
build your own computer. You will then learn to
code it yourself as you learn about computer
science applications ranging from hardware to
software development. Course material will be
covered using a hands-on approach that helps
participants to learn fundamental concepts
through practice. Camp participants enjoy oneon-one interaction with instructors in a small
class setting. Each child will take home their
own computer at the end of each session along
with any games or apps she or he develops.
EAC Member $ 370 / Non-member $390
4770
10-WEEK
PRODUCT DESIGN CHALLENGE 1.0 AGES 8-12
Einstein By Design
Thursday 4:15-6:15pm
Maker Lab
In this exciting Intro to Product Design class,
participants will construct a functioning
prototype of a creation of their own design.
This class will serves as a great introduction to
the full resources of the Evanston Arts Center’e
new Maker Lab. Materials used in the class will
include: 3D printed plastics, textiles, microcontrollers,and other up-cycled art and design
materials. Participants will learn to approach
a problem from multiple perspectives, how to
frame a design challenge properly, prototype,
and iterate solutions while communicating their
ideas clearly in design reviews, reports, and
presentations. At the end of the term there will
be a design showcase in which participants will
present their prototypes before family, friends
and community members.
EAC Member $ 270 / Non-member $290
7225
4780
5-WEEK
Using basic techniques such as the Sunny
16 Rule, learn how to read light and expose
your film properly with and without a light
meter. Through the use of a lighttight lab,
photosensitive resin coated paper, an enlarger
and chemicals, you will experience blank
pieces of paper come to life right before
your very eyes. Embrace the intimacy of the
moment, control of your artistic expression
and be a part of a historical process that laid
the groundwork for what photography has
become today. You have 24 to 36 frames to
work with. What will you create?
EAC Member $175/Non-member $195
7251
10-WEEK
SMART PHONE STUDIO: THROUGH THE
LOOKING GLASS
Pete Nichols
Saturday 11-2pm
Maker Lab
Augmented reality applications for
smartphones allow us to situate digital models
and images into real spaces. We can see these
images using only the cameras on our smart
phones. This technology is actually incredibly
simple to work with and opens our artistic
practices to a range of possibilities. Images
and sculptures are confined to the physical
and conceptual constraints of the space they
are presented. Augmented reality applications
allow us to break free from these constraints
and create surreal artworks that challenge the
way we think about gallery spaces as a whole.
This course does not require any previous
knowledge or experience with digital imaging
or augmented applications. We will be moving
at a relaxed pace and you will be surprised at
how fun and easy it is to work with.
EAC Member $ 310 / Non-member $330
7321
5-WEEK
iOS APP DEVELOPMENT AND APP PREVIEW
VIDEO PRODUCTION
Simon Qu/Stan Huang
Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Maker Lab
Do you want to have your idea run on
smartphones? Learn the basic elements in iOS
application development, including button,
table view, collection view, and local database.
Participants will walk through application
design and element integration, so as to
produce a user-friendly interface. Participants
will also learn how to record and edit App
Preview Video using iMovie. A laptop with
MAC OS installed is highly recommend for the
purpose of practicing.
EAC Member $160/Non-member $180
6-WEEK
CINEMATOGRAPHY: EXPERIMENTAL NARRATIVES BLACK AND WHITE BASICS: FILM PHOTOGRAPHY
AND DARKROOM PRINTING
AGES 13-18
Jeremy Friedburg
Wednesday 4:15-6:15pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Learn analogue and digital techniques to
create stunning short films. Students will work
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REGISTER TODAY:
Patrick Engman
Friday 1-4pm
Maker Lab/Dark Room
Explore a unique perspective of the
photographic process, one which will
exercise your mind, intent, and discipline.
CALL 847.475.5300
FAX 847.475.5330
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
SUPPORT OUR ANNUAL FUND
The Evanston Art Center’s classes, exhibitions and community engagement programs serve individuals of all
ages from over 80 zip codes. We offer many art activities, special programs and all exhibitions are free and
open to the public. Your generous donation to our Annual Fund will ensure that EAC continues the depth and
accessibility of its arts programming and will allow for new community initiatives that will positively impact
thousands of people.
ANNUAL GIVING CIRCLE BENEFITS
MEMBER BENEFITS
o $100 ARTIST’S CIRCLE
o $1,000 OR MORE CURATOR’S CIRCLE
o Discounts on all classes including Youth Fine Arts
All member benefits plus annual recognition in our
printed materials
All member benefits plus recognition listed above
plus Private tour of an EAC Exhibition for 10 people
o $250 STUDIO CIRCLE
o $2,500 COLLECTOR’S CIRCLE
All member benefits plus annual recognition in our
printed materials and on our donor board
All member benefits plus recognition listed above
plus invitations to one special reception or event
and two complimentary tickets to an Art After 5
event
o Eligibility to attend Art After Five visits with
o $5,000 DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE
o Business Membership includes in additon to the
o $500 GALLERY CIRCLE
All member benefits plus recognition listed above
plus 10% discount on art purchased from exhibitions at the Art Center
All member benefits plus invitations to various
special events.
classes, adult workshops and special programs
o Announcements of exhibition openings and
special events
collectors
o Art supply discounts: 10% discount at Dick Blick
Art Materials, 10% discount at The Danon Gallery
above, one full page ad (8” x 10”) in our catalog,
or web banner ad for one month ($1,500 value)
MISSION
The Evanston Art Center is dedicated to fostering the appreciation and expression
of the arts among diverse audiences. The Art Center offers extensive and innovative
instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions,
interactive arts activities, and community outreach initiatives.
IMPORTANT DATES
Winter Dates
January 4 - March 13, 2016
Drop-off and mail-in
Ongoing
Phone-in and walk-in
Ongoing
Classes without minimum enrollment are cancelled 3 days before first class.
CLASS DISCOUNTS
Introduce a friend (first time student) to EAC classes and receive a 20% discount
off the price of one class. EAC Registrar must be alerted when you are introducing
a student to EAC classes at the time of registration in order to receive the discount.
Please check the appropriate box on the registration form indicating that you are
referring a new student or have been referred by an EAC student and write in that
student’s name. 20% refund will be issued to the referring student within 30 days
after the referred student’s first class meets. No discounts will be given for dropped
or cancelled classes.
CONTENTS
Digital Media and Fabrication
Workshops
Art Seminars
Artistic Forms
Ceramics
Drawing and Painting
Figure Sculpture
Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Printmaking
Youth
Registration & Policies
Upcoming Events
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FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS AND PAYMENT PLANS
The mission of the Art Center is dedicated to making arts
accessible to everyone. During the year we provide many
programs that are free and open to the public. Education is
a key component to art making and we want to make that
available to everyone. Need-based scholarships are available
REGISTER TODAY:
CALL 847.475.5300
FAX 847.475.5330
and can be applied to classes and workshops. Financial aid
applications are available on our website and at the front
desk. Please complete the application and return with your
class registration. Payment plans are also available. For more
information, please call 847-475-5300.
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
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THE SCHOOL AT EVANSTON ART CENTER INDEPENDENT
In this catalog you will find all of the high quality EAC art classes that you have
STUDY PROGRAM
come to know throughout the years as well as many new additions that will inspire
you for many more.
Over the last year we have had an extraordinary opportunity to reflect upon what
we do and what we want to do. We have given much thought to the youth, teen,
and adult courses we currently offer. While continuing to support these courses,
we have also developed new offerings and areas of interest that are important in
fostering our artistic community.
You can now find new classes in:
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art appreciation
artistic forms, including ikebana and knitting
3D printing
classes for people with disabilities and special needs
robot design
and silkscreen printing among many others.
Introducing the EAC’s Independent Study
Program (ISP)
The Evanston Art Center now offers a new
membership tier for those who wish to
work in our studios without instruction.
Participating departments are Jewelry,
Printmaking, Ceramics, Drawing and Painting,
and Digital Media. Monitored Studio Time is
still available to all current students as well.
To participate in Independent Study one
must go through a studio orientation hour
given by the department monitor on the first
day.
Membership:
EAC Independent Study Membership $75
SIGNING UP:
Please join us and our dynamic faculty in the new ceramics, digital media, jewelry,
printmaking, sculpture, and youth studios this winter!
To learn more about our dynamic faculty please visit our faculty bios page on
the EAC website: www.evanstonartcenter.org/school/faculty
The Evanston Art Center offers year-round workshops and classes to youth,
teens, adults, and seniors. We have been serving individuals and communities
around Chicago for over 86 years.
To schedule a time to discuss course offerings with the Director of Education,
please call the Evanston Art Center at 847.475.5300.
Monday through Friday from 11am-4pm.
Once you purchase your membership you
can sign up for 10-weeks of Independent
Study (one 3 hour block of time, one day
per week for 10 weeks). Sign up is available
online, in-person, and by phone. To sign up
on a drop-in basis for 3 hour blocks of time,
it is $30 per drop-in and you must sign up
in-person at the 1717 Central Street location
and then turn in your receipt to the studio
monitor.
SCHEDULING:
Schedules will be determined after the
first week of classes (January 4, 2016).
Stay tuned to the EAC website. Please find
these offerings listed under the department
headings inside.
GUIDE TO OUR CLASSES:
Our newest classes
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Adult classes that accept teens that are 16 and up
REGISTER TODAY:
CALL 847.475.5300
FAX 847.475.5330
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
WORKSHOPS
E1220
9026
PENS, WATERCOLOR PENCILS, AND DR. MARTIN
CONCENTRATED WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Michelle Kogan
Saturday 9:30-4pm, 3/5
Mixed-Media Studio II
Create a series of small pen and watercolor
pencil sketches, and 1 large art piece.
Complete the art with Dr. Martin Concentrated
watercolors, regular watercolors and pens.
Bring in still life material and references to
make your own unique composition. The
instructor will also set up a still life that can be
used. A material list will be posted.
Skill Level All Levels Ages 18+
EAC Member $135 / Non-member $155
9033
2-WEEK
LEARN TO KNIT
Cathy Montoya
Sunday 1/24, 1-4pm
Sunday 1/31, 1-4pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Learn the basics of knitting – cast on, knit
stitch, purl stitch, and bind off - while making
a sampler scarf of different stitch patterns.
Time will be spent on “tinking” and learning
to correct mistakes. Supplies Needed: 100g
bulky yarn and US 11 9” straight needles.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $60/Non-member $80
9507
1-DAY WORKSHOP
ENCAUSTIC WORKSHOP
Robin Samiljan
One day: Saturday January 16th 1-4pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
This workshop will cover everything you need to
know about painting with beeswax, an ancient
art form that has become more accessible to
modern-day artists. Students will learn about its
diversity and explore mixed media wax painting
– from image transfers, collage, embedding
objects in wax, to impressionistic painting
techniques. The workshop will be an excellent
introduction to the weekly class that will be
offered in the winter. Supplies will be provided.
All levels welcome.
EAC Member $100/Non-member $120
ARTISTIC
SEMINARS
1235
5-WEEK
BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF COMMUNITIES WITH
MIKE NOURSE
Saturday 12-2pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
In this five-week seminar Director of Education
at Hyde Park Art Center, and Director of Chicago
Art Department Mike Nourse will share his
experiences founding and growing Chicago Art
Department (CAD), an Intermedia art lab driven
by artist residencies, exhibitions, and community
partnerships. This seminar will explore a variety
of topics that relate to the contemporary artist, in
addition to a behind the scenes look at a 10 year
old experimental non-profit organization.
EAC members $65/ Non-member $85
REGISTER TODAY:
CALL 847.475.5300
5-WEEK BEGINNING 1/5
LEVEL I: ENGAGING ART APPRECIATION & ART
HISTORY™
Roger Heuberger
Tuesday 6:30-9pm
Mixed Media Studio
This popular program has been customized
for the EAC community. Its multi-dimensional
approach makes looking at and discussing
art really exciting. We will examine significant
events in art using many high-resolution
images. Context is considered alongside
technique. Topics include: How artists’
rejection from the Paris Salon of 1863 led to
Impressionism? Were artists competitive or
collaborative and in what ways did they draw
inspiration from the past. The 1913 NY Armory
Show brought Euro Modernism (Picasso,
Munch, Matisse) to USA: how did that affect
20th century American Art?
EAC Member $100/Non-member $120
E1221
5-WEEK BEGINNING 2/9
LEVEL II: ART EXCITEMENT AND ART HISTORY™
Roger Heuberger
Tuesday 6:30-9pm
Mixed Media Studio
Attendees are encouraged to attend Level I.
The EAC tailored, “Art Excitement” continues,
leading up to how contemporary art has been
affected by earlier periods, technology and
more. Discussion is not limited to how the art
evolved: the way viewers perceive artworks
took a big leap, i.e. we may consider a Raphael
differently than a Koons or Warhol? Surrealism
was short lived, and not for everyone: yet,
we see its fingerprints daily in all media. Pop
art has had a similar fate. Additional topics
may include developments in portraiture and
“art as a metaphor”. Both courses include
observations from the global art markets.
Some subjects may be revised, per input from
Level 1 attendees.
EAC Member $100/Non-Member $120
0413
BEGINNING SEWING
10-WEEKS
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
Mixed Media Studio
Danielle L. Schultz
Learn to sew and enjoy a lifetime of creativity!
If you’ve always wanted to make a quality,
perfectly unique garment, this is the class for
you. If you haven’t sewed since childhood, or
never learned from mom, what are you waiting
for? We’ll begin with a few simple accessories
that teach techniques, then select a simple but
wearable garment to build your confidence for
tackling projects on your own. We’ll learn pattern
and fabric choice, layout and proper cutting
techniques, inserting a zipper, waistbands,
facings, and sleeve insertion, depending on your
chosen project. Learn how to adapt patterns for
your own style, and develop those TNTs (triedand-true) for easy and stylish wardrobe builders.
Sewing machines available or bring your own
and get comfortable with it.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $300 /Non-member $320
E1001, E1002
E1001 5-Week Beginning 1/5
E1002 5-Week Beginning 2/16
INTRODUCTION TO IKEBANA FLOWER
ARRANGING
Yuko Inoue Darcy
Tuesday 10:30-12pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
Ikebana is the Japanese art of arranging flowers.
Ikebana expresses the beauty and elegance of
nature through a transformation of fresh or dried
plant materials. Each week, students create new
and different styles of arrangements. Explore
the discipline and values of Ikebana through the
knowledge and application of rules and forms, to
appreciate an idealized approach to nature! All
Supplies provided.
EAC Member $250 /Non-member $270
E1003, E1004
ARTISTIC FORMS
E1003 5-Week Beginning 1/5
E1005 5-Week Beginning 2/16
0412
Yuko Inoue Darcy
Tuesday 12:30-2pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Returning students who have completed the
Introduction Ikebana course are eligible to
register for this class. Students will review
basic Hana-Isho form, then will be introduced
to the Moribana style which involves more
principle stems. After taking this course,
students should be eligible to apply for their
first certificate from the Ohara School of
Ikebana. Tuition includes flower material.
Additional supplies may be required and can
be purchased through the instructor.
EAC Member $220 /Non-member $240
5-WEEK BEGINNING 2/11
KNITWEAR DESIGN: BEGINNING
PATTERN DRAFTING
Cathy Montoya
Thursday 6-8pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Learn to use your gauge swatch to calculate
basic straight line shapes – squares, triangles,
rectangles – to be assembled into your own
sweater design. We will discuss needle size,
gauge swatch, stitch patterns, yarn types and
estimated amounts, body measurements,
and ease to help you knit a sweater that fits.
Prerequisite: Must know how to knit and
purl, cast on and bind off. Supply list: Week
1: Pencil, calculator, tape measure, scissors,
yarn for sweater if already selected, or a few
sample skeins to swatch and read labels if
undecided. Bring in a sweater that is similar
in style and fit to the one you would like to
make. Week 2: Have yarn and knitting needles
selected for project.
Skill Level: Intermediate
EAC Member $125/Non-member $145
FAX 847.475.5330
INTERMEDIATE IKEBANA FLOWER ARRANGING
E1005
FLORAL DESIGN
5-WEEKS
Shelley Galloway
Thursday 1-3pm
Mixed Media Studio II
In this five-week class we will have fun and
also learn the calming art of floral design.
Topics to be covered will be design principles,
gathering inspiration from the world around
you, shopping for your materials, mechanics,
tools of the trade, container selection and the
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varied styles of floral design. Each week’s
class will involve a hands-on floral activity. A
basic container will be provided for the first
lesson and floral material will be supplied as
part of your fee. In the first class we will cover
design principles that will guide your practice
of floral design. Included will be how to find
your inspiration, how to shop for flowers,
how to be open to the creative process.
Additional supplies may be required and can
be purchased through the instructor.
EAC Member $250 /Non-member $270
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THE ART OF ART FRAMING
5-WEEK
Bob Danon of Danon Gallery
Thursday 7-8pm
In this class gallerist Bob Danon brings his
40 years of framing experience to the EAC
for a five-week class for artists and others
to teach how to choose frames, mats, and
framing techniques. This class is FREE and
open to everyone interested in learning how
to highlight works of art through the picture
frame. Please call the Art Center to RSVP.
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CUSTOM ART
PARTIES AT EAC
6051
Monitor
Monday 1-4pm
Ceramic Studio
A $75 membership is required to participate
in EAC independent study program. This is
for people who want studio access without
instruction. Anyone signing up must be
supervised by a monitor, must adhere to EAC
studio policies on materials, clean-up, as well
as entrance and exit procedures.
EAC ISP Members only $260
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FORM & FUNCTION
Leslie Jay Orenstein
Monday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Ceramic Studio
This class is for students with some experience
in throwing and hand-building. Students will
be encouraged to add to their repertoire of
forum and techniques—throwing “larger,”
adding appendages to pots, and altering
thrown forms. We will explore how function
-- the purpose of the piece—relates to form,
the shape, and the design of the piece. We will
work with high-fire reduction stoneware.
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
For more information on how to schedule
a party see our website:
www.evanstonartcenter.org/art-parties
0508
David Trost
Tuesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Ceramic Studio
This class is for students with some
experience in throwing and hand-building.
Students will be encouraged to add to their
repertoire of form and technique. We will be
throwing “larger,” adding appendages to pots,
and altering thrown forms. We will explore
form and function as well as shape and design
of ceramic pieces.
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
10-WEEK
Lisa Harris
Wednesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Ceramic Studio
Designed for the student with specific goals
and for those who want to build on their
wheel and hand-building construction skills.
Through demonstrations, discussion, and
lots of individual guidance students broaden
their understanding of technique, materials
and ceramic history. Class is enhanced by a
wide variety of activities such as glaze testing,
creativity exercises, and informal critiques.
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
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MOSAICS
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Patty Kochaver
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
Ceramic Studio
For centuries ceramic tile has been a popular
decorating element because of it’s beauty,
durability and utility and this remains true
today. Handmade tile in particular is becoming
once again a favorite, instead of and in
conjunction with commercial tile. In this course
we’ll explore rolled tile and open face press
molded tile, and also cover a variety of surface
techniques such as carving, resist, image
transfer, tube lining, and slip inlay to name
some. Throughout the course we’ll interject
some history of handmade tile. Students will
be able to do small projects with instructor’s
o.k., no previous clay experience is necessary.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
THROW, HAND-BUILD, & ALTER
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10-WEEK
Sean Clute
Tuesday 1-4pm
Ceramic Studio
This class for beginners who have never taken
a ceramics class before. In this class you will
learn the basics of wheel thrown pottery,
wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, glazing,
and basic studio etiquette. The ten-week class
also covers basic hand-building.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
CERAMIC TILE MAKING
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INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CERAMICS
INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS
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Patty Kochaver
Monday 9:30am-12:30pm
Ceramic Studio
This class will introduce the beginning student
to the potter’s wheel, giving them a solid
base on which to build their throwing skills.
Students will first master the cylinder allowing
them to move on to more complex forms,
and will explore glazing techniques and firing
basics. This is also a chance for continuing
students to improve their throwing technique.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
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Have you ever wanted to throw your child
a birthday party where his/her guests
get to make art? Look no further, the
Evanston Art Center has you covered.
Our art parties are designed based on the
your child’s interests. In the past we’ve
made art about princesses, ninjas, and
favorite aquatic animals. We’ve painted
each other’s portraits and drawn still lifes.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM: CERAMICS
BEGINNING WHEEL Rebecca Kiel
Friday 11-1pm
Mixed Media Studio II
This mobile class develops the concept of
living within the space of an art work intended
to move, hover or surround us. Creating
mobiles combines what changes through
motion and balance of art aestetics. Students
will construct a completely personalized
art piece using our own choice of materials
and design options. Our first class will be
spent forming a very basic mobile with class
provided materials while discussing specific
plans to devise/ develop a balanced and
exquisitely unique mobile of our own.
EAC Member $200 /Non-member $220
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studio time (dependent upon class schedules).
Class fees include glazes, firings, and a free
bag of clay. Additional clay may be purchased
through the receptionists.
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MOBILE MAKING
CERAMICS
All ceramics classes include free monitored
10-WEEK
Bonnie Katz
Monday 1-4pm
Mixed Media Studio II
In this multi-level class, students learn the
process of creating a mosaic piece: cutting
tile, layout and design, substrates, adhesives
and grouting. 2-3 projects will be offered
for students wanting to learn a variety
of techniques. Individual ideas will be
encouraged for the more advanced student. Students are welcome to bring their own
collection of ceramic/glass tiles, found objects
to incorporate into their work.
Skill Level: Intermediate and Advanced
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
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0556, 0557
10-WEEK
LEARN TO THROW
Leslie Jay Orenstein
0556, Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
0557, Thursday 9am-12pm
Ceramic Studio
This class will be taught to each student’s
individual needs. It’s appropriate for students
with no experience, as well as those with
some experience in throwing. Students will
learn and become comfortable with the basic
techniques in throwing (centering, opening,
and pulling cylinders) and glazing. We’ll work
with high-fire reduction stoneware to make
mugs, bowls, and plates.
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
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INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS
10-WEEK
Sean Clute
Thursday 6:30-9:30pm
Ceramic Studio
This class for beginners who have never taken
a ceramics class before. In this class you will
learn the basics of wheel thrown pottery,
wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, glazing,
and basic studio etiquette. The ten-week class
also covers basic hand-building.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $320/Non-member $340
DRAWING AND
PAINTING
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PASTEL DRAWING
10-WEEK
Didier Nolet
Monday 9am-12pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
Soft pastel is a unique medium that combines
the qualities of drawing and painting, such
that dry pigments look like velvet catching
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the light. Learn to create pastels from
nature, photographs or memories as you
explore composition, color, light, shadow and
perspective.
Skill Level: Beginners-Advanced
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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PAINTING STUDIO
10-WEEK
Janis Pozzi-Johnson
Monday 9:15am-12:15pm
East Painting Studio
This class will provide students the
opportunity to participate in a lively,
interactive working environment. Students
may choose to develop paintings already
in progress to a more finished, resolved
statement, or to address those challenging
places in their work that have impeded
forward movement. Skill development, use of
materials, stylistic choices, personal imagery,
and aesthetic content will be addressed
as students find their visual voice. Come
prepared to work the first class!
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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10-WEEK
DRAWING & PAINTING THE NUDE: THE LONG
POSE
Ken Minami
Monday 1-4pm
East Painting Studio
This class is designed for the student who
wishes to pursue a figure painting or drawing
in greater depth. Two and three week poses
allow more time for a thorough study of the
model. Painting students will be encouraged
to draw with the brush in full color. Drawing
students can work with charcoal, conte
crayon, pencil or pastel. Every class will start
with a half hour of shorter poses drawn on
newsprint. Come prepared to work in the
media of your choice.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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0302
PAINTING STUDIO: COLOR
EXPLORATION
10-WEEK
Nina Weiss
Monday 6:30-9:30pm
Mixed Media Studio II
In this studio painting class; students will bring
richness; color and depth to their
paintings. Using a limited palette guided
and inspired by color theory; students will
implement techniques such as layering,
optical mixture, broken brushstroke, and
glazing to create complex, expressive
color. Basic ideas about painting will
be reviewed. Students will learn about
materials and techniques in the medium
of their choice, including gouache,
acrylic, and oil. Students will learn to
construct paintings with a variety of subject
matter; using information about composition;
color; gesture; and line
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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10-WEEK
OPEN FIGURE STUDIO: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Ken Probst
George Weissler
Tuesday 9:30-12:30pm
West Painting Studio
Participants must have previously completed
one EAC painting or drawing class
Figure Studio offers participants the
opportunity to work in their choice of media
and study the nude. Poses range from one
to thirty minutes. Instruction is not included;
a classroom monitor is in charge. EAC
membership is required.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Members only $175 or $20 per drop-in
session
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SEEING THE BODY: ANATOMICAL FIGURE
DRAWING
Sarah Kaiser
Monday 6:30pm-9:30pm
2South
Want to improve your figure drawing abilities?
Learn to know what to look for. Students in
this studio-based figure drawing class learn
to recognize anatomical landmarks, which are
bone and muscle structures evident on the
live model. Charcoal and graphite pencils are
used to actively learn anatomy while drawing.
Poses will consist of short gesture drawings
as well as longer studies to enable students
to hone in on the material. Students will have
access to a model in each class in order to
explore a specific unit of the body.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member$335/Non-member $355
0157
10-WEEK
LIGHTING EFFECTS IN YOUR PAINTINGS OR
PASTELS
Didier Nolet
Tuesday 9-12pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
Using oil, acrylic, pastel, charcoal etc. learn
to optimize your paintings by improving
the lighting effects. Light gives a sense of
dimension, mood and life. Didier Nolet is
an artist who has perfected the use of light
in his art. He will share with you years of
experience. In class Didier will help you
understand light by doing simple exercises
with still lifes made of white geometrical
shapes (cones, cubes, tubes etc..) and then
moving to colored objects. The next step
will be to study lighting conditions in nature
(landscapes and more) using photographs as
a visual support. (My website address could
be included so students could see samples of
my work: www.didiernolet.com
Skill Level: Beginners/Advanced
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
E0160A, E0160B
E 0160A beginning 1/5
E0160B beginning 2/9
5-WEEK
WATERCOLORS: MATERIALS, COMPOSITION AND
TECHNIQUE
Michelle Kogan
Tuesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Mixed Media Studio I
Create vibrant paintings focusing on
composition and technique. Covering the
use of transparent verses opaque watercolor,
washes, and painting wet in wet. Class will
include instruction on different watercolor
mediums including tubes, pencils and cakes.
Skill Level: All Levels EAC Member $150/Non-member $170
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10-WEEK
IN THE STUDIO- DRAWING AND PAINTING
Jill King
Tuesday 10-12pm
East Painting Studio
Awaken your creative instincts and collaborate
with a group of kindred spirits while working
in the EAC studio environment. Learn to
access your uncensored voice and free
yourself from limiting opinions of what is
considered acceptable artmaking. In this
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class, students elevate drawing and painting
skills by practicing gesture, contour drawing,
color theory and more. Students explore
paint application methods and mediums by
working from still life set-ups and personal
imagery. Instructor compassionately
guides budding or experienced artists
toward unblocking self -imposed barriers
to creativity and gives students the tools
to discover a renewed sense of strength
and purpose toward living a vital, authentic
creative life. Bring charcoal, pastels, acrylics,
watercolors or oils.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member$200/Non-member $220
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the course. Critiques and discussions from
personal insights are encouraged. A figure
model will be scheduled to visit this class 2
times during this session.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member$260/Non-member $280
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SEEING THE BODY: ANATOMICAL FIGURE
DRAWING
Sarah Kaiser
Tuesday 2-5pm
West Painting Studio
Want to improve your figure drawing abilities?
Learn to know what to look for. Students in
this studio-based figure drawing class learn
to recognize anatomical landmarks, which are
bone and muscle structures evident on the
live model. Charcoal and graphite pencils are
used to actively learn anatomy while drawing.
Poses will consist of short gesture drawings
as well as longer studies to enable students
to hone in on the material. Students will have
access to a model in each class in order to
explore a specific unit of the body. Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member$335/Non-member $355
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BEGINNING DRAWING
10-WEEK
Duffy O’Connor
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
West Painting Studio
Discover and develop your way of drawing!
Get an introduction to the fundamentals of
observational drawing using black & white media
such as graphite (pencil), charcoal and ink with
the optional introduction to color drawing media. Students will draw using line, light and shadow,
depth and perspective to make drawings that
offer a realistic yet artistic image. Perfect for
students without drawing experience and a good
refresher for those with experience. Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
0204
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FOR THE LOVE OF DRAWING AND PAINTING
Jill King
Tuesday 6:30-9pm
West Painting Studio
This class is designed for budding and
seasoned artists who have always loved to
paint and draw, but need the time, space
and guidance in order motivate themselves.
This class explores drawing and painting
mediums (Charcoal, Pencil, Oil and Acrylic
Paints). Students are guided toward realizing
their visions and building partnerships
between mind and materials. Beginners
work from in class still-life set ups and figure
models. Basic Drawing and Painting skills are
elevated through practicing Gesture Drawing,
Contour Drawing, Color Mixing, Color Theory
and exploring paint application methods
and mediums. Viewing and discussions of
contemporary artworks take place throughout
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INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTIC PAINTING
Robin Samiljan
0303 Wednesday 9:30am-12:30pm
0304 Thursday 6:30-9:30pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
This class will cover everything you need to
know about painting with beeswax, an ancient
form that has become more accessible to
modern-day artists. Students will learn about
its diversity and explore mixed media wax
painting – from image transfers, collage,
embedding objects in wax, to impressionistic
painting techniques. See supply list below.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $235/Non-member $255
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PUSHING THE FIGURE: ABSTRACTION & BEYOND
Janis Pozzi-Johnson
Wednesday 9:30am-12:30pm
East Painting Studio
This course is designed to address the
concerns of the figurative painter. Using the
costumed model, placed within an interesting
compositional arrangement as a point of
departure, students will explore the expressive
potential of stylistic choices, move toward a
more conceptual or abstract rendering, or
concentrate on the cultivation of a distinct
visual treatment. Students should come
prepared to work from the model in a chosen
medium, drawing/painting. Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member$335/Non-member $355
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BEGINNING INDOOR SPRAY PAINTING
Miguel Aguilar
Wednesday 9:30-12:30pm
Mixed Media Studio II
This course is rooted in the traditions of
graffiti art while exposing students to new
styles and ways of painting. Water-based
spray paint is a non-toxic safe medium. It’s the
first quality spray paint designed for indoor
use. In this class students will paint on wall
mounted panels and use it seated with water
and brushes. Try your hand at making still
lifes, landscapes, and using photo references.
Working the medium like watercolor offers a
range of experiences too.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOK ILLUSTRATION
Michelle Kogan
Wednesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Mixed Media Studio I
Choose a classic children’s picture book or
bring in your own picture book story and learn
about making sequential scenes and creating
a picture book dummy. In class we’ll cover
creating thumbnail layouts, storyboarding and
using a scanner and computers to create the
book dummies. Bring to 1st class: 9 x 12 inch
or larger sketchbook and tracing paper pad,
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kneaded eraser, 3 staedtler mars #3b drawing
pencils, pencil sharpener and reference
materials for your picture book drawings.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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WINTER OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING
Didier Nolet
Wednesday 9-12pm
West Painting Studio
Learn to create landscape paintings that have the
flavor of the season. Didier Nolet was trained at
the Beaux-Arts School in Paris where he learned
old and contemporary masters techniques. He
will guide his students according to needs,
addressing technique, composition, colors,
perspective, and other visual elements.
Skill Level: Beginners/Advanced
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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ENSEMBLE OF THE PORTRAIT
10-WEEK
Ken Minami
Wednesday 1pm-4pm
East Painting Studio
This course analyzes the drawing and color
aspects of portrait painting separately and
then combines them into a coordinated whole.
Color studies are used to map out the major
color relationships and monochrome drawings
are used to develop the student’s ability to
see the form. Poses will last 3 weeks with a
strong emphasis put on seeing the large visual
impression. Ideal for paint and pastel but can
be studied with drawing media only.
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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BEGINNING OIL PAINTING
Jill Sutton
Thursday 1pm- 4pm
East Painting Studio
This multi-level course provides students with a
solid understanding of the technical and practical
aspects of oil painting. Formal and cognitive
concerns of image-making are addressed using
various subjects such as the still life, model and
landscape. Drawing experience is recommended.
(Bring 18” x 24” (or larger) piece of drawing
paper and charcoal to 1st class).
Skill Level: Beginning and returning students
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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WATERCOLORS: BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE
Linny Freeman
Thursday 1pm-4pm
Mixed Media Studio II
Jump in and express yourself through
watercolor painting. Students will learn
traditional techniques including wet-into-wet,
dry brush, lifting, glazing, color mixing and
much more. Student’s work with watercolor
paints and watercolor pencils to learn skills and
techniques in order produce finished artworks.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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PAINTING: STILL LIFE AND FIGURES
Michelle Kogan
Wednesday 1-4pm
West Painting Studio
Working in oil or acrylic mediums students will
create a series of still life and figure paintings.
Instruction will focus on creating a strong
composition, materials and use of color. This
class will have a model for 5 sessions.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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FROM STILL LIFE TO REAL LIFE
10-WEEK
Ken Minami
Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
East Painting Studio
Manet proclaimed still life to be the
“touchstone” of painting. Like Manet, we will
study still life set-ups to learn how to see the
world in terms of color relationships, shadow,
light, and quality of edges. Composition,
creating light effects, volume, and atmosphere
will be discussed in group critiques. The
course culminates in a 3-week portrait with
props and a live model. This class is ideal for
oil painting but can be pursued in other media.
Skill Level: All levels
EAC Member $310/Non-member $330
E0162A, E0162B
E0162A Beginning 1/7
E0162B Beginning 2/18
5-WEEK
WATERCOLOR PENCILS
Linny Freeman
Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm
Mixed Media Studio I
Watercolor pencils offer an exciting new
dimension to the art of sketching and
designing. This beautiful and vibrant media
allows you to float between a sketch and color
washing, adding a new sense of freedom to
your creativity. We will explore many different
techniques that can be applied to your pencil/
wash drawings. Please see supply list.
Skill Level
EAC Member $150/Non-Member $170
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BEGINNING DRAWING
10-WEEK
Jill Sutton
Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm
East Painting Studio
This class is ideal for anyone interested in
learning fundamental drawing skills regardless
of previous experience. Weekly exercises will
range from familiar subjects like still-life and
landscape to exploring the realm of abstract
and conceptual art. Using historical and
contemporary art references, we will work in
both black and white as well as color.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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WHAT WOULD MONDRIAN DO?
10-WEEK
Katherine Hilden
Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm
West Painting Studio
Or Diebenkorn, or De Kooning, or Hofmann,
et. al.? Learn from the masters of modernism
and from your own experience how line,
value, edge and weight can create tension
and movement in your work. Learn what
pleases the eye, tickles the mind and draws
the viewer into your painting. The instructor
works closely with each student to develop
his/her individual entry into abstract thinking
and perception. This class welcomes
beginners because abstraction offers the
pleasure of playing freely in a chosen medium. Experienced painters will find ah-hah
moments in presentations on composition,
texture and color. Work in acrylic, oil or mixed
media—using photographs, collages and the
imagination.
Skill Level: All levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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MULTI-LEVEL DRAWING
Katherine Hilden
Thursday 1pm-4 pm
West Painting Studio
Students work from still life, photographs,
model, and imagination, while exploring charcoal, pencil, and ink for their expressive
potential--and for sheer pleasure. The
instructor often sits next to students
and draws along, observing nuances of
personal style and offering specific technical
instruction. Development of personal themes,
textures, and styles is always encouraged.
Learning to read the whole picture, i.e.
composition, is important at every stage. We indulge in technical demonstrations and
group discussions of exemplary art of the past
and of our own time. Basic supplies may be
purchased from the instructor, but bring your
own if you prefer. Skill Level: All levels
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
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BEGINNING DRAWING
10-WEEK
Duffy O’Connor
Friday 1-4pm
West Painting Studio
Discover and develop your way of drawing!
Get an introduction to the fundamentals of
observational drawing using black & white media
such as graphite (pencil), charcoal and ink with
the optional introduction to color drawing media. Students will draw using line, light and shadow,
depth and perspective to make drawings that
offer a realistic yet artistic image. Perfect for
students without drawing experience and a good
refresher for those with experience. Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $355/Non-member $375
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10-WEEK
FROM HEAD TO TOE: CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT
MAKING AND FIGURE STUDY
Eleanor Spiess-Ferris
Friday 9:30am-12:30pm
East Painting Studio
This class is a contemporary look at drawing
and/or painting the portrait and/or the figure
through the examination of 20th and 21st
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century artists from Picasso to Eric Fischl
and artists like Chuck Close. Students will be
encouraged to explore and develop different
directions in their art making. Using oil and
acrylic paints or drawing materials, the live
models provide practice for direct observation
to begin an abstraction or to include in another
painting/environment. The instruction is
focused on individual goals with some in class
demonstrations and discussions. Each model
pose is two weeks. This is a long pose class.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member$335/Non-member $355
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10-WEEK
REPRESENTATION IN OIL
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SUNDAY SALON
Robert Porazinski
Thursday 6:30-9:30pm
Painting Studio West
This class will explore the materials as well
as the process and techniques for creating
a representational oil painting from a
photographic source. Recommended for
beginning to intermediate levels. Detailed
materials list to follow.
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
E0117
5-WEEK BEGINNING 1/9
Mairin Hartt
Saturday 12:30pm-3:30pm
Mixed Media Studio
This course will cover various forms and
methods found in altered art. Participants will
learn multiple mixed-media techniques and
experiment with the possibilities of media
combinations in application to found imagery
and objects. The course will discuss works
by various artists - including Ellen Gallagher,
Brian Dettmer, Dr. Larka, Christian Holstad, and
Noriko Ambe - and utilize drawing, painting,
collage, assemblage, and artists’ books.
Skill Level: Beginners/Advanced
EAC Member $150/Non-member $170
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DRAWING & PAINTING THE PORTRAIT
Ken Minami
Sunday 10am-1pm
East Painting Studio
Students will be directed to see how shadow
and light reveal the forms of the head and how
these individual forms fit into a coordinated
whole. For those painting, learning to organize
the major color relationships will be stressed.
Composition, light effects, and
atmosphere will be studied to produce lively
paintings and drawings. One pose will last 3
weeks for a thorough study of the model.
Skill Level: All levels
EAC Member $335 / Non-Member $355
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All figure sculpture classes include free studio
time (dependent upon class schedules). Class
fees include glazes and clay. The EAC does
charge students to fire work. Firing fees are
based on the actual weight of your piece.
Firing fees are paid to the receptionists.
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THE FIGURE: REAL OR IMAGINED
10-WEEK
Barbara Goldsmith
Monday 9:30am-12:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
Students sculpt the figure in clay from live
models. Models generally hold the same
pose for 3 classes. Students study the model
learning to see proportions, gesture, and
anatomy as they work realistically or use the
model as the inspiration for more imaginative
and interpretative work. Instructors work with
each student individually. Finished sculptures
are hollowed, dried, and fired into stoneware
ceramics. Afterwards students can add color
and texture through the use of assorted stains,
slips, and other ceramic patinas.
Skill Level: All Levels
Ages: 18+
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
FIGURE SCULPTURE
Devin Mawdsley
Sunday 1-4pm
Mixed Media Studio II
This is a collage course meant to introduce
students to basic collage principles and
vocabulary. While participants engage with
these terms, they will engage in a historicallyrooted technical practice of collage, beginning
with the birth of modern collage as a fine art
technique in the practices of the Dadaists,
evolving through the 20th and into the 21st
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FIGURE
SCULPTURE
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COLLAGE: HISTORY AND PRACTICE
10-WEEK
Eleanor Spiess-Ferris
Tom Dieschbour
Sunday 12:30-3:30pm
West Painting Studio
Sunday Salon is an independent study of
the figure that focuses on the long pose.
Models hold one pose the whole time and get
booked for 2 weeks in a row. All mark making
materials are welcome.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Members only $175 or $20 per drop-in
session
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century. The course will take students beyond
the page itself, working in various modes
of three-dimensional collage. Students of
this course will make a unique collage work
every session, and will spend the last several
sessions working on a cumulative, multimode collage work. Ultimately, students will
have a more thorough, as well as diverse,
understanding of where collage comes from,
its central role in 20th century art, and the
potential ways it can be employed to convey
meaning.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $295/Non-member $315
10-WEEK
Robin Power
Monday 1-4Pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
Working from nude model students will
use their knowledge of human anatomy
to work creatively. Pushing the limits of
surface muscles, skeletal structure and figure
proportions students may choose to sculpt a
full figure, head or torso. Building techniques
problem solving, observational skills, internal
armature, human expression and gesture will
be emphasized. Special attention will be given
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armature, human expression and gesture will
be emphasized. Special attention will be given
to traditional and nontraditional finishing
techniques for sculpture.
EAC Member $335 / Non-member $355
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INDEPENDENT FIGURE SCULPTURE
10-WEEK
Monitor
Friday 9:30am-12:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
This class provides independent studio time
with a nude model holding one pose per
session. There is no instructor and the course
is informal in structure, however, a monitor
oversees all studio sessions. Figure sculpture
experience is a prerequisite.
EAC Member $230/Non-member $250
JEWELRY &
METALSMITHING
Monitored Studio Time is available to currently
enrolled students for $85 a term
(use code 8351). Certain materials are
available for purchase and others come with
each course.
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BEGINNING METALSMITHING
to traditional and nontraditional finishing
techniques for sculpture.
EAC Member $335 / Non-member $355
2580
10-WEEK
FIGURE SCULPTURE
Vincent Hawkins
Tuesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
This class focuses on the study and
interpretation of the human form. Instruction
in armature building, mold-making, concrete
and plaster casting and hollowing techniques
for stoneware firing will be given on an
individual basis. Models pose for several
weeks to allow maximum anatomical study.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
2561
10-WEEK
BEGINNING FIGURE
Sean Chute
Tuesday 6:30-9:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
Begin to explore the human body. This class
will introduce how to develop the human
form. We will break down multiple ways to
construction a hand, a self-portrait and a
full figure. A nude model with be present
during the second half of the session and
fee will be collected in class for his and her
services. All levels are welcome. EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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THE PORTRAIT AND THE FIGURE
10-WEEK
Barbara Goldsmith
Wednesday 9:30am-12:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
During the first 6 weeks of the semester
students will study the structure and
proportions of the human head. They will
learn how to create a portrait-likeness in
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clay working from a life model. In the second
6-weeks students will focus on the entire
figure by studying the model learning to
see proportions, gesture, and anatomy as
they work realistically or use the model as
the inspiration for more imaginative and
interpretative work. Instructors work with
each student individually. Finished sculptures
are hollowed, dried, and fired into stoneware
ceramics. Afterwards students can add color
and texture through the use of assorted stains,
slips, and other ceramic patinas.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
Neil Kraus
Monday 9:30-12:30am
Jewelry Studio
Design and create your own jewelry, rings,
pins, bracelets, earrings, in a variety of metals.
This course is for the novice who has never
used a tool before. Covering the basic skills,
with hands on demos, we will explore: sawing,
texturing, riveting, soldering and finishing,
as well as simple stone setting techniques.
Turn your ideas, starting the first day, into
wonderful, wearable pieces of art.
Skill Level: Beginner
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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NEW EXPLORATIONS
10-WEEK
Barbara Goldsmith
Thursday 9:30am-12:30pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
Learn to create abstract three-dimensional
art forms by exploring non-objective, organic
and figurative themes. Stoneware clay,
plaster, concrete with fiberglass, Styrofoam,
along with metal, glass and found objects
may be used. Instruction in slab and coil
building, armature assembly and plaster mold
casting techniques will be investigated. Some
sculptural experience is recommended.
Skill Level: Some Sculpture Experience
EAC Member $290/Non-member $310
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FIGURE SCULPTURE
10-WEEK
Robin Power
Thursday 1-4Pm
Figure Sculpture Studio
Working from nude model students will
use their knowledge of human anatomy
to work creatively. Pushing the limits of
surface muscles, skeletal structure and figure
proportions students may choose to sculpt a
full figure, head or torso. Building techniques
problem solving, observational skills, internal
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METALSMITHING: JEWELRY AND OBJECTS I
Nancy Sickbert-Wheeler Monday 1-4pm Jewelry Studio
Acquire and refine your skills in metalworking.
Building upon jewelry skills and techniques
of soldering, fusing, sawing, forming, etching
and stone setting. Students will also have the
opportunity to work with glass enamel this
class session. Individual interaction with the
instructor encourages students to design and
construct their own concepts in jewelry and
object making. Projects are given with specific
techniques to be explored.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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ENAMELING
10-WEEK
Leslie Perrino
Monday 7-10pm Jewelry Studio
This beautiful art form involves sifting and
layering colored glass onto a metal base.
Beginners learn enameling techniques
and complete sample pieces. After that,
they design and make a piece of their
choice. Advanced students work on more
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complex projects, improving or learning new
techniques.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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BOXES AND LOCKETS
10-WEEK
Darlys Ewoldt
Tuesday 9:30-12:30
Jewelry Studio
Adorn your home and yourself with unique
boxes or lockets to hold your special
treasures! Learn to design and make intriguing
metal containers using various methods of
construction, lids, mechanisms, and functions.
Boxes that slide, hinge, move, and clasp will be
introduced.
Prerequisite – One session of Beginning Metals
or permission of instructor
Skill Level All Levels
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
3503
LOST WAX CASTING AND MORE
10-WEEK
Virgil Robinson
Tuesday 7-10pm
Jewelry Studio
This course is designed for individuals who
are interested in lost wax casting and special
projects, and who areproficient in fabrication
skills such as soldering, sawing and finishing.
Topics covered include wax carving, casting,
bezel making, working in gold or silver,
fabrication techniques, and oxidation.
Students cast at least once during the term.
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
3542
5-WEEK BEGINNING 1/6
MAKING BELT BUCKLES
Galatea Kontos
Wednesday 9:30-12:30pm
Keep your pants on. Literally, by designing and
creating your own belt buckle. We will start by
examining the anatomy of the belt buckle to
ensure proper fit and functionality. Then using
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the basic metalsmithing techniques of sawing,
piercing, filing, riveting, texturing, soldering
and finishing we will create a layered and
riveted belt buckle. No experience required.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $160/Non-member $180
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10-WEEK
ENAMELS AND CREATIVE STONE SETTING
Nancy Sickbert-Wheeler
Wednesday 1-4 Jewelry Studio
For the Metalsmith who has covered the
basics. This class offers the opportunity
to explore more techniques building on
what you currently know. Enameling is a
wonderful way to make your own stones or
jewels! Learn various ways to make creative
capture settings for your enamel stones.
Techniques and demonstrations in enameling
and Metalsmithing are given throughout the
session.
Beginners welcome.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $375/Non-member $395
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Leslie Perrino
Thursday 7-10pm
Jewelry Studio
Students with previous experience
will be introduced to more advanced
skills while working on projects of their
choosing. Instruction will be geared
toward the individual needs of the student.
Demonstrations and discussion support
in-class work and experimentation
is encouraged. Students should come to the
first class prepared to work.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
10-WEEK
BRACELETS: BANGLES, CUFFS AND LINKS Leslie Perrino
Wednesday 7-10pm
Jewelry Studio
Through structured projects, beginning
students will be introduced to basic
fabrication techniques-such as sawing,
soldering, filing and finishing - and become
accustomed to working with jewelry-making
tools and equipment. The instructor will
present demonstrations for all levels, including
forming, chains, rivets, and forging. Students
should be prepared to purchase a materials
kit. Kit costs approximately $90.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
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INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED JEWELRY
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BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY
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Neil Kraus
Friday 9:30-12:30
Jewelry Studio
This multilevel class is designed for the
beginner who has never taken any metals, or
for the student who wishes to concentrate
on a single design motif, the bracelet. This
course covers all the basic metalworking
skills: sawing, soldering, finishing and forming,
while exploring the bangle, cuff and link chain,
in a variety of metals. Through hands on
demos, students will be able to make several
examples of each. More advanced students
will be able to incorporate simple stone
settings. Materials are available for purchase.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $315/Non-member $335
3544
RINGS GALORE
4-WEEK BEGINNING 1/8
Galatea Kontos
Friday 1-4pm
Do you love rings and wonder how they
are made? This workshop will answer that
question for you. By learning the basic
metalsmithing techniques of sawing, filing,
soldering, surface texturing, and finishing you
will gain the skills necessary to design and
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fabricate two of your own custom silver rings.
No experience is required.
Skill Level: Beginning/Intermediate
EAC Member $125/Non-member $145
3502
10-WEEK
ADVANCED OPEN STUDIO: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Sandra Peterson
Open Studio TBD
Jewelry Studio
There are Prerequisites for this class.
Participants in this open studio class have
access to the jewelry studio when classes are
not in session to do independent study. These
times are announced at the beginning of
each semester. In addition, occasional visiting
artists are arranged. This class requires
approval from instructor, 3 consecutive
jewelry classes and 3 consecutive terms of
monitored studio time.
EAC ISP Members Only $260
PRINTMAKING
All printmaking classes include free monitored
studio time (dependent upon class schedules
and monitor availability). Independent Study
time is available as well see below.
1550
PRINTMAKING IN PRACTICE
10-WEEK
Megan Sterling
Sunday 11-2pm
Print Studio This multi-level course will explore the
processes in printmaking as a part of
developing and pushing one’s art practice,
whether it is professionally focused or
simply the love of continuing to make
prints. The instructor will become acquainted
with each student’s work, skill level, and
project goals and will develop a series of
demonstrations useful to the group and
provide personalized instruction and guidance
for individuals. Students may come in with a
particular project, an edition they would like
to complete, the desire to develop their skills
in a concentrated area or can utilize their
instructor and peers’ feedback to push their
artistic practice.
Skill Level: Experienced Printmakers
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM: PRINTMAKING
Monitor: Kasia Stachowiak
Monday 1-4pm
Print Studio
A $75 membership is required to participate
in EAC independent study program. This is
for experienced printmakers who want studio
access without instruction. Anyone signing
up must undergo a studio orientation, be
supervised by a monitor, and must adhere to
EAC studio policies on materials, clean-up, as
well as entrance and exit procedures. *If you
are new to independent study, please contact
Director of Education Keith Brown or Studio
Coordinator Megan Sterling before signing
up at wkbrown@evanstonartcenter.org or
msterling@evanstonartcenter.org.
Skill Level: Experienced Printmakers ONLY
EAC ISP Members only $240
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MULTI-LEVEL SCREEN PRINTING
Kasia Stachowiak
Monday 6:30-9:30pm
Learn to create hand-pulled screen prints in
this course that delves into the silkscreen
process. New students will get a full
overview of the fundamentals of the process
including image and screen preparation,
autographic and photo emulsion stencils,
and will learn about color mixing, registration
and printing to create graphic and colorful
multiples on paper and t-shirts. Returning
students will have the opportunity to continue
working with the instructor in honing their
skills while developing more complex projects,
as well as exploring a variety of substrates
to print on.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
1509
10-WEEK
INTAGLIO
Duffy O’Connor
Monday 9:30-12:30pm
Print Studio
Intaglio, an Italian term pronounced in-tal’yō
and meaning “carving,” “notch” or “indenture,”
is a process in which a design is incised or
corroded into the surface of a plate that holds
ink and is transferred to paper during printing.
This printmaking course for students of all
levels covers a variety of traditional intaglio
techniques and encourages experimentation
with more contemporary approaches to
printing. Drypoint, etching, aquatint, and
chine collé are some of the methods that
will be covered, though demonstration in
soft ground, sugar lift, spit bite and other
processes can be presented and explored. Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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BOOKBINDING
Megan Sterling
Tuesday 11am-2pm
Print Studio
This hands-on course introduces the basic
skills and tools to create hand-crafted books.
Students will learn about folding, sewing and
gluing to explore different types of stitches
and structures to create several of their own
sample books and learn how to adapt them
for artists’ books with their own drawings and
prints or to create sketchbooks or gifts.
Skill Level: Beginners
EAC Member $170/Non-member $190
1506
10-WEEK
EXPERIMENTAL PRINTMAKING, MULTI-LEVEL
SEMINAR
Michael Jackson
Tuesday 7-10pm
Print Studio
This class is either structured or informal
to suit the requirements of both beginners
and repeat students. The chemistry of
class dynamic is integral; those making
their first prints mix with more experienced
printmakers. From basic transfer drawing,
ideas are developed across media, including
drypoint and carborundum collograph with
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chine colle, screenprinting, monoprinting and
polyester plate lithography, using both oil
and water soluble techniques. Transforming
the humblest doodle into something more
exciting through the alchemy of diverse
printmaking procedures is entirely possible in
this course, as well as breathing new life into
more advanced conceptions. The lofty term
seminar here is taken directly from the latin
“seed plot” i.e. a place to sow ideas in a free
thinking environment.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
1503
RELIEF PRINTMAKING
10-WEEK
Matt Bodett
Wednesday 2-5pm
Print Studio
Explore traditional and contemporary
methods of relief printmaking in this course
that familiarizes students with the tools,
techniques and the translation of imagery and
ideas for this direct and rewarding process.
New students will be introduced to linoleum,
wood and alternative substrates and returning
students can be guided through more
advanced techniques including reduction
prints, additive processes, multiple block
and color methods of printing, as well as
exploring more contemporary approaches
and applications.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
1527
INTRO TO PRINTMAKING
10-WEEK
Matt Bodett
Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm
Print Studio
This class is designed especially for beginning
level students who are ready to explore
several traditional and contemporary basic
printmaking processes. Students will learn
various image-making techniques for relief,
monoprint, and drypoint. Group and individual
support will focus on creative aspects of the
artwork made during sessions and apply
printmaking techniques to their own work.
Each session will include basic projects that
will allow students to produce singular prints
and/or editioned prints depending on process.
Skill Level: Beginners
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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10-WEEK
INSTANTANEOUS GRATIFICATION! MONOTYPE
AND MONOPRINT
Diana Kast
Thursday 6:30-9:30pm
Print Studio
A Monotype positive or negative image can
be produced instantaneously using 10,000 lbs
of pressure and a variety of inking methods
directly or indirectly applied to a smooth
plate. We will explore this fully as painters with
brushes or as creators of stencils using rollers.
The active arena of ink removal (subtraction)
is achieved directly with rags, stencils, brushes
or found low relief objects used as adhering
ink is taken away. All these methods can be
used inversely to apply color (positive). While
the ink is wet or dried, layers are applied for
transparency or opacity. Expect surprise
and dramatic change in a spontaneous way
or manifest expectations with more control
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Sculptural furniture making from trees.
Carpentry basics and layout. Project ideas
include: picture frame, jewelry box, step
stool, end table, small book end, wooden
necklace, small musical instruments (cigar
box guitars) wooden drums and Viking horns
and monochord guitars. Projects of student’s
choice (with instructor approval).
EAC Member $215/ Non-member $235
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10-WEEK
BEGINNING PAINTING - A FRIENDLY
INTRODUCTION AGES 12 -14
Angela Schlaud
Monday 4:15-6:15
YFA North
This class is a point of entry for beginners and
advanced beginners to acrylic and watercolor
painting. Working in a studio environment,
students will build a strong foundation for
further artistic development by learning
about materials and painting techniques. We
will explore the aesthetic quality of paint in
regard to surface, depth, color, composition
and application as well as gain experience in
working from observation and photography.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
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WHEEL THROWING AGES 9-11
10-WEEK
Bobbe Schlesinger
Monday 4:15-6:15pm
Ceramics Studio
Teens will learn fundamental throwing skills
of centering, throwing a cylinder and then
more complicated forms. They will make
thrown pieces that they can eat and drink
out of such as cups, mugs, bowls and plates.
They will explore individual style and altering
forms after they are thrown, as well as surface
treatment and glaze combinations. Finished
pieces will be able to use, eat out of and enjoy!
EAC Member $205/ Non-member $215
YOUTH
and experience. This process is an extension
of a variety of artistic method as basic and
exemplified by drawing with a chopstick.
Instruction in several adjunctive processes
like copy machine transfer or engraving with
Sentra plastic will be incorporated into this
class appropriate for absolute beginners or
masters of color.
Skill Level: All Levels
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
1527
INTRO TO PRINTMAKING
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TEEN DRAWING AGES 15-18
10-WEEK
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WOODWORKING FOR AGES 12-14
10-WEEK
10-WEEK
Andy Larkin
Monday 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
YFA North
Instructor Andy Larkin brings his 20 years+
experience in the building trades to a class
tailored to the beginning woodworker.
Concepts covered include: woodworking
safety, basic hand tool use an small electric
tools (optional and with parental consent),
builder’s geometry, math and physics, how
to read tape measure and misc gauges.
Proportions/color and design/ Tree and wood
identification/ Wood bending techniques/
Bent lamination techniques. Chip carving.
Colorful wood dyeing, staining and finishing.
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FUN WITH COLLAGE AND ASSEMBLAGE
AGES 9-11
Jennifer Small
Monday 4:30-6:30pm Students will receive an introduction to
observational drawing techniques using a
variety of media (graphite, charcoal, pastel,
ink) through the rendering of 3D space via still
life, portraiture, and interior space drawings. EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
Duffy O’Connor
Saturday 12-3pm
Print Studio
This class is designed especially for beginning
level students who are ready to explore
several traditional and contemporary basic
printmaking processes. Students will learn
various image-making techniques for relief,
monoprint, and drypoint. Group and individual
support will focus on creative aspects of the
artwork made during sessions and apply
printmaking techniques to their own work.
Each session will include basic projects that
will allow students to produce singular prints
and/or editioned prints depending on process.
Skill Level: Beginners
EAC Member $335/Non-member $355
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Mairin Hartt
Monday 4:15-5:45pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
This course will cover multiple forms of
collage and assemblage including creature
collages, junk sculptures, and Joseph Cornell
boxes. Students are encouraged to work
with various materials and think-outside-thebox. So, if you like to experiment and work
with multiple mediums, this is the class for
you!
EAC Member $175/Non-member $195
4009
CARTOONING AGES 9-14
10-WEEK
Cheryl Steiger
Monday 4:15pm-6:15pm
YFA North
In this class, students learn to express
their ideas through cartooning. Drawing
techniques, characterizations and story lines
will be explored.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
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EXPLORING CLAY AGES 6-8
10-WEEK
Bonnie Katz
Monday 4:15pm-5:45pm
Ceramic Studio
Come create mugs, bowls, folk beads,
message boxes, animals and more while
learning basic hand-building skills. We’ll
explore texturing and decorating techniques
using a variety of natural objects and
sculpting tools. Your imagination will bloom as
you finish your fanciful and functional projects
with colorful, food-save glazes.
EAC Member $185/Non-member $205
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10-WEEK
MAKE A MASTERPIECE PART II AGES 6-8
Monday 4:15-5:45pm
Susan Tecktiel
Mixed-Media II
Each week students will create a project
inspired by a different artist. We will be learning
about a new group of artists from first session.
It is not necessary that the first class was taken
as a prerequisite to this one. There will be 10
artists work introduced, one per week. This
classwill be clay and multimedia. The artists
will include: Matisse, Dali, Lichtenstein, Georgia
O’Keefe, Louise Nevelson, Frida Kahlo, Jasper
Johns, Monet, Oldenburg and Chagall. Sample
projects: Matisse- a print and watercolor
collage. Dali- a clay project to simulate the
dreamlike quality in his painting. Lichtenstein-A
drawing project in comic book style. Georgia
O’Keefe- An observational drawing from nature
and watercolor wash. Louise Nevelson- A
sculpture made of found objects and painted
monochromatically. Frida Kahlo Self-portrait
painting, Jasper Johns- A graphic interpretation
of a flag on wood. Monet’ Observation of color,
light and brushstroke combining paint and
ink. Oldenburg- Soft Sculpture made of fabric.
Chagall-Painting with glaze on a tile
EAC Member $175/ Non-member $195
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DIY MOM AND TOTS AGES 2-4
5-WEEK
Susan Tecktiel
Monday 11-12pm
YFA South
Cabin Fever? Come join us in this side
by side class and work alongside your
child. Children must be accompanied by a
parent or caregiver. This class will give you
an opportunity to explore with your child
clay, paint and print. Join us in a supportive
setting to be creative with your child. We will
begin each class with a story and proceed
to a relatedproject. Dress for mess Sample
projects: Clay snowmen, Handprints, Clay
pinch pots, Free drawing and paint, sponge
painting, stamping, Butterflles made with dot
markers and coffee filters.
EAC Member $155/ Non-member $175
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PRIMARY PALETTE
5-WEEK BEGINNING 1/12
Greta Connor
Tuesday 11-11:45pm
YFA North
This new 45 minute parent-child class offers
parents the opportunity to enjoy time with
their little artist and, observe and foster the
development of fine motor skills using a
variety of media. The class is five weeks long
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and serves as an excellent bridge for children
as they transition to greater independence in
the classes offered to three year-olds.
*One parent or caregiver must accompany the
child.
*Children must be 2 years of age at the
beginning of the class session.
*Enjoy one-on-one time with your child. No
siblings please.
Ages 2 years old plus caregiver
EAC Member $160/Non-member $180
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FIRST STUDIO
5-WEEK BEGINNING 1/12
Greta Connor
Tuesday 12-12:45pm
YFA North
Your three year-old will enjoy making art
independently, building a visual vocabulary,
and meeting new friends in this new
45-minute class that offers new media and
thematic projects in a familiar setting for
students that took Primary Palette.
*Children must be 3 years of age at the
beginning of the class session.
*Children attend the class independently.
EAC Member $160/Non-member $180
4110
WOODWORKING FOR AGES 9-11
10-WEEK
Andy Larkin
Tuesday 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm
YFA North
Instructor Andy Larkin brings his 20 years+
experience in the building trades to a class
tailored to the beginning woodworker.
Concepts covered include: woodworking
safety, basic hand tool use an small electric
tools (optional and with parental consent),
builder’s geometry, math and physics, how
to read tape measure and misc gauges.
Proportions/color and design/ Tree and wood
identification/ Wood bending techniques/
Bent lamination techniques. Chip carving.
Colorful wood dyeing, staining and finishing.
Sculptural furniture making from trees.
Carpentry basics and layout. Project ideas
include: picture frame, jewelry box, step
stool, end table, small book end, wooden
necklace, small musical instruments (cigar
box guitars) wooden drums and Viking horns
and monochord guitars. Projects of student’s
choice (with instructor approval).
EAC Member $215/ Non-member $235
4268
10-WEEK
DRAWING / PAINTING / MIXED MEDIA:
CONTEMPORARY PROCESSES AGES 15-18
Chris Thomas
Tuesday 4:15-6:15
YFA South
What is contemporary art? What makes
a piece categorized as a painting versus a
sculpture? Through inquiry-based learning,
students will learn about contemporary
art making processes and movements.
Students will observe the artwork of such
contemporary painters such as Gerhard
Richter, Jeff Koons and installation
artist Felix Gonzales-Torres. These three
artists specifically have challenged the way
the public may interpret a piece of artwork.
Students will learn new approaches and
processes to making artwork ranging from 2D
materials to 3D materials. EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
FAX 847.475.5330
4225A, 4225B
ART EXPLORERS AGES 3, 4, AND 5
10-WEEK
Roberta Miles
4225A, Wednesday 1-2:30pm
4225B, Thursday 1-2:30pm
YFA South
This class emphasizes use of the small motor
skills. Children are introduced to different
art materials including, but not limited to;
pastels, water colors, and tempera paint.
Some projects are craft-like, but there is an
emphasis on developing drawing and painting
skills. We are exploring creative expression.
PLEASE NOTE: Children must be potty
trained! Children attend independent of adults
or caregivers for this class.
EAC Member $175/ Non-member $195
4215
10-WEEK
WHIMSICAL SCULPTURE FOR KIDS AGES 6-8
Angela Schlaud
Wednesday 4:15-5:45pm
YFA North
Kids will dive into sculpture in this playful and
amusing approach to 3-D arts. Some of the
projects will include Calder-esque mobiles; tiny
animal head paper machés, painted graphic
pinwheels; origami butterflies and moths; and
crystalized sculptures grown in a jar.
EAC Member $175/ Non-member $195
4024
TEEN WHEEL THROWING AGES 12-14
10-WEEK
Bobbe Schlesinger
Wednesday 4:15-6:15pm
Ceramics Studio
Teens will learn fundamental hand-building
skills such as pinching, coil-building, slab
construction, and secure attachment methods
for sculptural and functional artworks. They
will explore individual style, a variety of
surface treatments and glaze combinations.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4269
CITY CONSTRUCTION AGES 6-8
10-WEEK
Susan Tecktiel
Wednesday 4:15-5:45pm
Mixed-Media II
Daniel Burnham, the famous Chicago planner
had a philosophy,” Make no
small plans.” The first week we will explore the
design of Chicago, including the
importance of Lake Michigan and the park
system. We will do a group drawing and
continue our work in clay using slabs and
drawing on the clay. This class will use both
clay and multimedia materials. Sample
projects: Clay construction of a skyline,
collage using postcards from around the
world and continue drawing, watercolor
wash, grid drawing of a building reflecting
several floors, create a type of house in clay
example: skyscraper, house construct a 3d
environment such as a park or beach, fabric
collage- using different shapes of fabrics
create a design to reflect a city scene, diorama
using the structure of a box, invent a place
using multimedia materials, printmaking
project using a variety of textures to simulate
building features, exploration of construction
collaborative project.
EAC Member $175/ Non-member $195
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
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4003A, 4003B
AFTER SCHOOL TREATS: MULTI-ARTS
10-WEEK
Cheryl Steiger
Bonnie Katz
4003A, Wednesday 4:15pm-5:45pm Ages 6-8
4003B, Wednesday 4:15pm-5:45pm Ages 9-11
Painting Studio East This class gives students the opportunity to
explore both 2-D and 3-D work. Students
spend half the term learning 2-D processes,
like painting, drawing, cartooning, or
printmaking, as well as creating 3-D
sculptures. The other half of the term is spent
with ceramic clay; kids learn hand building
techniques and how to embellish and glaze a
variety of clay projects.
EAC Member $180/Non-member $200
4279
10-WEEK
FROM DRAWING TO PAINTING AGES 12-14
Mairin Hartt
Wednesday 4:15-6:15pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
This course will build upon previous drawing
experience while helping students translate
from the practice of drawing to painting.
Initial projects will focus on observational
and representational art, while moving
toward abstraction and imaginary works as
the class progresses. Materials used include
charcoal, soft pastels, oil pastels, acrylic, and
watercolor.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4267
10-WEEK
TEEN ACRYLIC PAINTING AGES 15-18
Jennifer Small
Wednesday 4:30-6:30 pm
Mixed Media II Students will receive an introduction to
basic acrylic painting techniques using
observational subjects like still life, portraiture,
and interior spaces. Color theory and
historically relevant painters will also be
discussed. EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4766
10-WEEKS
BUILD YOUR OWN COMPUTER AGES 9-11
Einstein By Design
Thursday 4:15-6:15pm
Maker Lab
Using a Raspberry Pi-based system, you
will build your own computer. You will then
learn to code it yourself as you learn about
computer science applications ranging from
hardware to software development. Course
material will be covered using a hands-on
approach that helps participants to learn
fundamental concepts through practice.
Camp participants enjoy one-on-one
interaction with instructors in a small class
setting. Each child will take home their own
computer at the end of each session along
with any games or apps she or he develops.
EAC Member $370/Non-member $390
4007
BEGINNING DRAWING AGES 9-14
10-WEEK
Cheryl Steiger
Thursday 4:15pm-5:45pm YFA North
Students begin to learn drawing
fundamentals, such as line, shape, form, and
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composition. They explore different materials
and techniques as they draw from observation
and imagination. RETURN STUDENTS
WELCOME! Teacher works individually with
students to develop skills and ideas.
EAC Member $175/Non-member $195
4274
10-WEEK
CREATIVITY GROWS HERE: 2D ART AND CLAY
AGES 9-11
Janice Sugg
Thursday 4:15-6:15pm
Ceramics Studio
This is a fun and exciting studio for kids of all
skill levels. We’ll do a series of fun and engaging
studio classes that promote creativity, and
are tailored for children of all levels of ability.
Children create art in many mediums, drawing,
painting, clay projects. Students will explore
materials and methods in ways that inspire new
ideas and help develop a unique style. Projects
include: Art of the Forest 2D, Under the Sea
Art clay, Arctic Arts clay and found objects,
Create the Coast 2D, Tropical Arts 2D, Art
Safari clay, and Art at the Pond 2D.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4276
10-WEEK
OBSERVATIONAL DRAWING AGES 12-14
Mairin Hartt
Thursday 4:15-6:15pm
2North
This course will focus on the fundamentals
of drawing and working from observation.
Students will create landscapes, still-lives, and
portraits using various materials, including
graphite, charcoal, oil pastels, and ink.
Although focusing primarily on observational
drawing, students will also have opportunities
to explore imaginative drawing practices as
well.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4191
10-WEEK
TEEN PAINTING AND DRAWING AGES 12-16
Kathy Cunningham
Thursday 4:15pm-6:15pm
Painting Studio West
Skills such as perspective, composition,
lighting, and color theory are covered through
drawing and painting skills. Painting includes
watercolor and acrylic.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4221 TEEN PORTFOLIO PREP AGES 15-18
10 WEEK
Jill King
Thursday 4:30pm-6:30pm
Painting Studio West
A portfolio is a way to express an artist’s
individual voice and skills. It must show the
respect you have for your work. In this class
students will explore a variety of subject
matter and demonstrate and work with a wide
range of media such as; oils, acrylics, charcoal,
mixed media, 3D mediums, and more…
Students will create a portfolio that embodies
the depth and range of his/her creative
accomplishments. By the end of this course
you will have created your ideal portfolio
to present to colleges, you will be able to
talk about what each project involved, how
you made creative decisions, what you have
learned from the experience, and how you feel
about your finished artwork.
EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
CALL 847.475.5300
FAX 847.475.5330
4266
DRAWING / PAINTING: STREET ART AGES 12-14
Chris Thomas
Drawing / Painting: Street Art
Thursday 4:15-6:15
Street art can be very mysterious. There is a
fine line between graffiti and street art which
has had an international subculture spanning
nearly four decades. With the emergence and popularity of Banksy in recent years,
museums and gallery’s are starting to become
interested in which was once considered
vandalism. Students will learn about the
evolving movement through slide lecture and
then learn and practice techniques such as
stenciling, printmaking and wheat pasting. EAC Member $195/ Non-member $215
4270
ART SMORGASBORD AGES 6-8
10-WEEK
Mairin Hartt
Saturday 10-11:30 am
Mixed Media II
This course will cover a variety of
2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional art forms.
Each class will focus on a different type of
art making, including drawing, painting,
printmaking, clay, assemblage, and collage.
EAC Member $175/ Non-member $195
4226
FOSSILS AND ART AGES 3-5
5-WEEK
Angela Schlaud
Saturday 11-12:15pm
YFA South
This class is for all the junior paleontologist
out there. We are about to embark on an
expedition of fossils and art. In this class
students will be able to pick up and examine
actual fossils and cool geological rock
specimens. Each week they will use these
fascinating objects for inspirations to explore
lots of new art mediums, such as, clay, pastels,
and tempera paints all the while learning
about ancient creatures.
EAC Member $165/ Non-member $185
4069
10-WEEK
DRAWING AND THE SKETCHBOOK AGES 12-14
Angela Schlaud
Saturday 1:30-3:30
Mixed-Media Studio II
There is a long history of artist exploring and
developing their ideas through the use of the
sketchbook. In this class student’s will use the
sketch book to learn core drawing techniques.
Using pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, and
watercolor they will discover the ways
sketchbooks can be used for brainstorming
and problem solving for larger more complex
works of art. During the class they will be
creating their own sketch book, using the
Japanese Bound Book method. By taking a
look at the history of the artist sketchbook,
they will discover how important sculptures,
painters and others artist have developed
their ideas through this versatile medium.
EAC Member $195/Non-member $215
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
4745
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EXPRESSIVE IMAGES: BEGINNING DIGITAL
PHOTO AGES 12-14
Andrew Breen
Sunday 1:30-3:30
Maker Lab
Ever wonder how to create exciting, wellexposed photos? This hands-on course will
make it possible to transform your pictures
into brilliant, dynamic works of art using
various digital photo techniques. Students
gain experience in photography skills through
landscape, portraiture, and still life, and learn
basic Photoshop and website applications.
Bring digital camera, flash card, and extra
batteries on the first day of class.
EAC Member $110/Non-member $130
4014
WHEEL THROWING AGES 13-17
Mollie Morris
Saturdays 10:00-12:00pm
Ceramics Studio
In this class youth will reinvent the wheel
giving them an introduction to throwing. The
fundamentals of centering, opening, pulling
cylinders and glazing techniques will be
introduced on the journey. Hand building and
other construction methods will be explored
to create functional and fun projects with clay.
EAC Member $205 / Non-member $225
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ARTISTS
Creative Coworking
- Your Office Home Join the 45+ local artists showing their
work at Creative Coworking, a local art
gallery and shared workspace!
Contact angela@creativecoworking.com
922 Davis St.
Evanston, IL
creativecoworking.com
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MEMBERSHIP LEVEL:
PROGRAM $75
o EAC STUDENT $40
o SENIOR / YFA $35
o FAMILY $60
o INDIVIDUAL $50
o INDEPENDENT STUDY
REGISTRATION FOR WINTER CLASSES
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Ongoing
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Ongoing
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January 4 - March 13
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March 14-20
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LOCATION
The Evanston Art Center is located at 1717 Central
Street, Evanston. All courses are taught at this
location. Public transportation: For Evanston Art
Center, take CTA Purple line to Central Street in
Evanston and walk 4 blocks west to 1717 Central
Street. The Art Center is also located one block east
from the Central Street Metra Station.
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PLEASE LIST YOUR CLASS(ES) BELOW, ALONG WITH ANY SECOND CHOICE(S) YOU MAY HAVE.
ADDITIONAL CLASSES MAY BE LISTED ON ANOTHER REGISTRATION FORM.
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1) MAIL-IN & DROP-OFF & GO
Mail-in and Drop-off & Go registration are ongoing.
They are processed in order of receipt.
Note: We urge you to put down a second class
choice, in case your first choice class is already filled.
Many fill quickly.
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2) PHONE-IN, WALK-IN
You can "phone-in" or "walk-in" to register. You may
prefer this method if you want to know immediately
which classes are available, which aren’t, etc. (Mail-in
and drop-off registration methods still continue).
Phone-in registration may be charged with a MasterCard, Visa or American Express credit card during
the EAC’s registration hours. (A $5 service fee will be
added to all credit card charges.)
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INTRODUCE A FRIEND (FIRST TIME STUDENT) TO EAC CLASSES AND RECEIVE A
20% DISCOUNT. SEE NEXT PAGE FOR DETAILS:
o I was referred to the EAC by ________________________________________ (current EAC student)
(PRINT NAME)
3) ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online registration - www.evanstonartcenter.org
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(PRINT NAME)
PAYMENT
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IF PAYING BY CREDIT/DEBIT CARD, SERVICE FEE
$5.00
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CONFIRMATION
If you do not get into your first choice class(es), we
will call you. (Online registrants will receive an email
confirmation.)
PLEASE NOTE:
In order to register for adult classes, students must
be 18 years of age. Younger students may petition
the Director of Education for permission to enroll
in an adult class or workshop. No one, including
children of students, is allowed in the studios during
class or studio time unless they are enrollees or
have visitor permission from the Director of Education.
WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED METHOD TO VIEW EAC COURSE OFFERINGS FOR FUTURE SESSIONS?
o View online course catalog on EAC website o Printed catalog (Direct mail) o Downloadable file (PDF)
ARE YOU WILLING TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ONLINE SURVEY AT THE END OF THE CLASS SESSION TO
HELP US IMPROVE THE DELIVERY OF OUR CLASS OFFERINGS AT EAC? o Yes or o No
PLEASE READ AND SIGN BELOW.
Some final, but very important details. Mail your
registration form and payment to: EAC, 1717 Central
Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Students may prefer
payment by check to avoid the $5 service charge attached to credit/debit cards transactions. Unless you
are registering by phone, you must sign your registration form and your payment must be included
with the registration. When registering by phone,
your verbal agreement to EAC’s policies and liability
waiver are needed to complete the transaction.
LIABILITY WAIVER: I have read and understand the registration and refund policies of the Evanston Art Center. Tuition is refundable, minus a processing fee for each class or workshop dropped: ADULT/YFA CLASSES - only if EAC registrar is notified by or
on the next working day after the first class has met; WORKSHOPS - only if EAC registrar is notified one week before the first
session has met. I fully agree to and accept all EAC school policies as outlined in the current catalog and recognize EAC’s right to
refuse to retain any student in any course at any time without incurring obligations. I know that membership is non-refundable
and that there are no exceptions to EAC policies. I hereby accept and assume all risk for any harm, injury or damages that may
befall me, foreseen or unforeseen, as a result of my participation in workshops and classes at the Evanston Art Center. I authorize
the Evanston Art Center to seek medical assistance on my behalf if necessary.
SIGNATURE
If you are registering a child; a parent or guardian must sign.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND POLICIES
REFUND
SCHEDULE
Dropped 7 or more days before
first session*
Dropped between 6 days before the first
session and the first working day after first
session*
Dropped after the first
working day after the
first session*
ADULT AND YFA CLASSES
Tuition refunded minus $50 processing fee**
Tuition is refunded minus a processing fee
equal to 50% of the tuition
NO REFUND
WORKSHOPS $100 OR MORE
Tuition refunded minus $50 processing fee**
NO REFUND
NO REFUND
WORKSHOPS UNDER $100
Tuition refunded minus $25 processing fee**
NO REFUND
NO REFUND
*The first session is defined as the first day a class or workshop meets (NOT the first class or workshop attended).
**To avoid paying the processing fee, students may elect to receive a full tuition credit for classes or workshops dropped seven days or more BEFORE the first session.
Tuition credit will have an expiration date of one year from the date the class or workshop was dropped and must be used in full for EAC class and/or workshop tuition. After
the credit is redeemed, no further refund options will be available.
Tuition credits are not redeemable for cash under any circumstances. Tuition credits may be transferred to another individual only with written notice.
Our goal is to make our art programming accessible to all, please ask about financial aid opportunities and free programs.
SPECIAL NEEDS AND ACCESSIBILITY
The new location of the Evanston Art Center is
handicapped accessible on all floors via elevator.
We encourage the involvement of children and
adults with special needs. Children with developmental disabilities or physical handicaps can, in
most cases, be registered in youth classes. Please
let us know about special needs or health problems
in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
MEMBERSHIP
As a member of the Evanston Art Center you will
be one of our most valued supporters. Membership
contributions help to defray some of the expenses
of running a high-quality Art School and help enable
us to fulfill our mission and continue our community
commitments. Members receive a discount on all
classes, workshops and programs.
Membership is non-refundable.
CLASS DISCOUNTS
Introduce a friend (first time student) to EAC classes and receive a 20% discount off the price of one
class. EAC Registrar must be alerted when you are
introducing a student to EAC classes at the time of
registration in order to receive the discount. Please
check the appropriate box on the registration form
indicating that you are referring a new student or
have been referred by an EAC student and write in
that student’s name. 20% refund will be issued to
the referring student within 30 days after the referred student’s first class meets. No discounts will
be given for dropped or canceled classes.
REFUNDS
See schedule above. Students are responsible for
notifying the EAC REGISTRAR that they wish to
drop a class; not attending class does not constitute an official withdrawal from courses or cancellation of tuition or fees. Notifying your teacher
does not constitute an official withdrawal - you
must notify the EAC Registrar. There is no reduced
or pro-rated tuition. There are no refunds or makeup classes for classes students miss. There are no
exceptions to the EAC refund policy. Membership is
non-refundable.
CANCELLATIONS
Classes are cancelled when enrollment minimums
are not reached. EAC encourages students to
register early. Classes that do not meet enrollment
minimums are cancelled three days before the first
class, and students are notified by telephone. Full
tuition will be refunded within three weeks. The
Art Center reserves the right to change instructors, class structure, or to discontinue any class
without incurring obligations. If a student is unable
to attend a class period for any reason, the Art Center is not responsible for providing any make-up.
Not attending class does not constitute an official
drop or withdrawal from courses or cancellation of
tuition or fees.
REGISTER TODAY:
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MISSED CLASSES
A make-up week is scheduled at the end of each
term in the event a class session is cancelled by the
EAC or the instructor. Make-up week is considered
part of the term, and no refunds will be given for
unattended scheduled classes during this week.
There are no refunds, credits or make-ups for any
other class sessions that were held as scheduled
and missed by the student (student “no-show”).
CLASS / WORKSHOP SUPPLY LISTS
Those registering by mail, telephone or in person
will receive a full or partial supply list along with
the confirmation of enrollment, when a supply list is
available. Online registrants should check the class
course description on our website for supply list
availability.
EVANSTON ART CENTER CLOSINGS
Classes will not be held on major national holidays
or during extremely inclement weather. Generally,
the Art Center follows the decisions of the District
#65 public schools regarding weather related
school closings. Classes falling on these days will
be made up at the end of the term and will be
coordinated between the faculty member and each
class. Only the administration may cancel classes in
case of inclement weather. Please check emergencyclosings.com.
FEES
Fees are noted in the course description in this
catalog.
POLICY CHANGES
The administration reserves the right to alter policies pertaining to courses, fees, and other notices in
this catalog from time to time as deemed necessary
for the proper functioning of the Art Center. All
such policy changes will be approved by the Board
of Trustees before action is taken. The administration also reserves the right to cancel classes and
alter scheduling or staffing when circumstances
warrant.
CODE OF CONDUCT
In order to provide students, members, visitors
and staff with a safe and supportive educational
environment, the Evanston Art Center has adopted
a Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct is printed
on the reverse of your enrollment confirmation.
Copies of the Code of Conduct are also available
through the EAC Registrar or Director of Education.
The Art Center reserves the right to refuse to retain
any student in any course at any time without
incurring obligations.
FAX 847.475.5330
STUDIO TIME
Several departments offer studio time to current
students who would like additional time to work in
the EAC studios outside of class time. Studio time
schedules are worked out at the beginning of each
term. Studio time is included in class tuition for Ceramics, Figure Sculpture and Printmaking students.
Studio time is available to Jewelry students for an
additional fee. Jewelry students may sign up for
studio time at any point during term.
YOUTH ARTS LATE PICK-UP FEES
Parents are responsible for picking their children
up on time. The EAC cannot be responsible for students brought early or picked up late. A fee of $10
per every five minutes will be assessed by credit
card or by invoice.
PERMISSION TO PHOTOGRAPH
The Art Center retains the right to photograph any
class, work, student or event and reproduce the images at its discretion without incurring obligations.
PARKING
The parking lot adjacent to the Art Center is available on a first-come first-serve basis with vehicles
exhibiting a parking pass. Parking passes are
availble to students registered in a 5, 6, 10 or 12
week session. The parking passes are available to
pick up at the EAC front desk at the beginning of
each session.
CLASS
DISCOUNTS
Introduce a friend (first time student)
to EAC classes and receive a 20%
discount off the price of one class.
EAC Registrar must be alerted when
you are introducing a student to EAC
classes at the time of registration in
order to receive the discount. Please
check the appropriate box on the
registration form indicating that you
are referring a new student or have
been referred by an EAC student and
write in that student’s name. 20%
refund will be issued to the referring
student within 30 days after the referred student’s first class meets. No
discounts will be given for dropped
or cancelled classes.
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
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UPCOMING EVENTS, EXHIBITIONS & PROGRAMS
VERENA BRASSEL*
Expressions from Ancient Roots:
A Spiritual Journey
November 21 – December 20, 2015
Opening Reception: November 21, 1 – 4 pm
Swiss artist Verena Brassel’s works are
comprised of mixed media paintings that are
inspired by historical relics, mostly ancient
scripts collected from her various trips to
the Orient, Morocco, India and Israel, and the
landscapes that surround these historic sites.
Her process involves transferring these relics
onto hand-made paper and incorporating
them as collages into her paintings; often
adding soil samples to her palette from these
very sites. She often has experts translate the
script fragments, transforming her paintings
into a mediation on the meaning of these texts.
The final result is that of a spiritual experience,
a symbiosis of emotional reality, mystical
experience, perception, and matter rising from
the subconscious, connecting the viewer with
the unique past from each and every piece.
FACULTY EXHIBITION
January 10 – February 21, 2016
The Evanston Art Center’s faculty of teaching
artists is comprised of a dedicated, talented
group of artists working in a wide array of
mediums. The Faculty Exhibition showcases
the work of Evanston Art Center faculty
members in ceramics, digital and 3D arts,
drawing, painting, fiber, figure sculpture,
jewelry, photography, and printmaking.
THE MAIDS BY JEAN GENET*
Directed by Anton Juan
7pm, January 29, 30, 31
7pm, February 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
On Sundays there is a show at 3pm and 7pm
Mooncrane Theater Ensemble presents Jean
Genet’s classic play about two domestic
workers who plot to kill their privileged
employer. Internationally acclaimed director
Anton Juan is adapting his acclaimed 2013
Manila production for presentation at the
Evanston Art Center. The production follows
Genet’s original instructions that the female
characters be played by men cross-dressed as
women. Award winning Filipino actor Topper
Fabregas will be reprising his role as Claire
and the director will play Solange. The cast
will be rounded out with alternating Chicago
actors as the ill-fated employer.
LOYOLA ACADEMY AP AND HONORS EXHIBITION
February 25 – 28, 2016
This will be the fifth year that the Evanston
Art Center is partnering with Loyola Academy
by hosting their annual student exhibition.
The students work together to edit the work,
install the show, publicize the event, and speak
publically about their artwork and inspirations.
The artwork is always beautifully executed
and offers the audience a window into what is
on the minds of our younger artists.
DIALOGUE CHICAGO: 12*
March 6 – April 17
Opening Reception: Sunday, March 6, 1 – 4pm
Sarah Krepp – Curator
The Dialogue Chicago: 12 exhibition
encompasses twelve outstanding artists
who are alums of DIALOGUE CHICAGO, a
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WINTER ARTS &
CRAFTS EXPO 2015
WINTER ARTS
& CRAFTS EXPO
NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 20, 2015
Monday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm
Preview Party: November 20, 6 – 9 pm; Tickets $30 in advance, $40 at the door
The general Expo is free and open to the public.
The Evanston Art Center’s Winter Arts & Crafts Expo is one of the largest and
most celebrated craft shows in the Chicago area. The 13th annual Expo features
original, handmade arts and crafts by over 100 selected artisans, featuring
original, handmade works of jewelry, ceramics, fiber, metal, glass, painting,
photography, mixed-media, and more.
unique interdisciplinary critique/seminar for
professional artists participating in aggressive
studio practice. Recognizing a need for
regular dialogue among artists, the forum
was founded in 2003 in Evanston as a vehicle
for artists to meet and talk. The on-going
group has evolved into a supportive crossdisciplinary artistic community. Artists from
a variety of disciplines– including painting,
sculpture, print-making, photography,
installation, performance, time/arts, and
mixed media–will be showcased in this
exhibition. Participating artists include: Karen
Azarnia, Mara Baker, Robert Burnier, Jenn
Cooper, Robin Dluzen, Kate Ingold, Stacza
Lipinski, Melody Saraniti, Gregory Scott,
Geneva Sills, Chris Smith, Margaret Welsh.
FREE FILM SCREENINGS AT THE EAC WITH CRAIG
HARSHAW AND INSIGHT ARTS
FAX 847.475.5330
An Artwork-in-Residence Program at the
Evanston Art Center
“Society!” The first ever Artwork-in-Residence
Program at the Evanston Art Center will
begin this coming winter. Jessica Cochran,
Consulting Curator, will invite artists to
participate in this inaugural program that will
work to develop a hybrid work and exhibition
space. Artists will develop their work in a
temporary public platform with space to
experiment and develop their artwork while
engaging the EAC community. An open call
for three artists to participate in this residency
will take place as well. Please check out our
website for more details.
CALLING ALL TEENS!
Every Tuesday at 6:30 unless noted otherwise
March 1 - August 30, 2016
Each decade the British film journal Sight and
Sound asks a select group of international film
critics to select the greatest films of all time by
contributing a list of ten films. The editors collect
and tally these list and publish the results along
with each individual critics list. 846 critics from
73 countries contributed top ten lists in 2012
leading to a total of 2,045 films being mentioned.
Evanston Arts Center in collaboration with
Insight Arts will be offering a special ongoing
series of free screenings of films appearing on
the 2012 list. Craig Harshaw, Executive Director
of Insight Arts and curator of this ongoing series,
will provide brief introductions to each film and
facilitate after screening audience dialogues.
Craig Harshaw has started a blog to add another
level of engagement to this series. Please visit the
link below.
https://movingimageinsights.wordpress.
com/2015/08/30/the-greatest-films-of-alltime-free-for-all/
CALL 847.475.5300
SOCIETY!*
If you are a teen interested in art and public
programs, consider joining the Teen Arts
Council. The council will work together to
create teen programs at the EAC, work on
future exhibitions, and plan various projects
throughout the year, including painting a
mural. For more information, visit our website!
HOST YOUR NEXT PARTY AT EAC
Having a Girls’ Night Out, Birthday Party,
Corporate Team Building Event or a Holiday
Party? Grab your friends and book a Wine
and Painting Party! Please visit our website for
details. www.evanstonartcenter.org
* Exhibition funding provided by the
Illinois Arts Council, a state agency,
and the EAC’s general membership.
* This project is partially funded by the
Evanston Arts Council, in partnership
with the City of Evanston and Illinois
Arts Council, a state agency.
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
EVANSTON ART CENTER
NEW LOCATION
1717 Central Street
Evanston, IL. 60201
847-475-5300
www.evanstonartcenter.org
EvanstonArtCenter
@evartcenter
@EvanstonArtCenter
PARKING
The parking lot adjacent to the Art Center is available on a first-come first-serve basis
with vehicles exhibiting a parking pass. Parking passes are availble to students registered in a 5, 6, 10 or 12 week session. The parking passes are available to pick up at
the EAC front desk at the beginning of each session. Street parking is also available.
EAC FACILITY AND CLASS REGISTRATION HOURS
Monday thru Thursday 9am-10pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday and Sunday 9am-4pm
OFFICERS
Linda Beck, Board President
Harold Bauer, Vice-President
William Floyd, Vice-President
Katlyn Hemmingsen, Vice-President
Kenneth Powers, Vice-President
Rob Sills, Treasurer
Stephanie Dorn Miller, Secretary
TRUSTEES
Debra Favre
Elena Gonzales
Jim Hardgrove
Karen Hunt
John R. Jacobs
J.J. Juntunen
Joseph E Perkoski
Nancy Prial
Gail Struve
Keith Struve
Jonathan T Vree
EX-OFFICIO
Tess Lickerman
Renee Schleicher
Paula Danoff/President & CEO
EAC GALLERY INFORMATION
Galleries are free and open to the public.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
HOLIDAYS | CLOSINGS
The EAC is closed for the following holidays: New Year’s Eve, Memorial Day, July 4th
(Classes will be in session on July 3), Labor Day, and the week of Thanksgiving. The
EAC closes for a holiday break from 12/24 thru 1/1.
MEMBERSHIP
As a member of the Evanston Art Center you will be one of our most valued
supporters. Membership contributions help to defray some of the expenses of
running a high-quality Art School and help enable us to fulfill our mission and
continue our community commitments. Members receive a discount on all classes,
workshops and programs.
In return, we connect our members to the vibrant art scene of Chicago and
Chicago’s North Shore with special access to collection tours, art openings, public
programs, Art Store discounts, and more.
Paula Danoff
President and Chief Executive Officer
pdanoff@evanstonartcenter.org
W. Keith Brown
Director of Education
wkbrown@evanstonartcenter.org
Larry Boswell
Director of IT and Administration
lboswell@evanstonartcenter.org
Gabrielle Burrage
Manager of External Affairs
gburrage@evanstonartcenter.org
Dana Chen
Director of Design
dchen@evanstonartcenter.org
Cara Feeney
Manager of Exhibitions
cfeeney@evanstonartcenter.org
Receptionists:Cara Feeney, Joanna Goodson,
Ariel Hartman, and Jason Lupas
REGISTER TODAY:
CALL 847.475.5300
FAX 847.475.5330
ONLINE WWW.EVANSTONARTCENTER.ORG
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FINANCIAL AID/
SCHOLARSHIPS
AND PAYMENT
PLANS
HIGHLIGHTS
The mission of the Art Center is
dedicated to making arts accessible
to everyone. During the year we
provide many programs that are free
and open to the public. Education is
a key component to art making and
we want to make that available to
everyone. Need-based scholarships
are available and can be applied to
classes and workshops.
Financial aid applications are available
on our website and at the front desk.
Please complete the application and
return with your class registration.
Payment plans are also available.
For more information, please call
847-475-5300.
3D PRINTING PROJECTS: AGES 9-13
Pete Nichols
Tuesday 4:15-6:15pm
10-Week
Maker Lab
For more information see page 3
PENS, WATERCOLOR PENCILS, AND
DR. MARTIN CONCENTRATED WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Michelle Kogan
Saturday. March 5, 9:30-4pm
Mixed-Media Studio II
For more information see page 7
INTRODUCTION TO IKEBANA FLOWER ARRANGING
Yuko Inoue Darcy
Tuesday 10:30-12pm
5-Week
Mixed-Media Studio II
For more information see page 7
The Evanston Art Center is looking for Volunteers!
BECOME A BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEMBER
After serving the community for 86 years, the Evanston Art Center
is entering a new and exciting stage of growth in our 1717 Central
Street building and location. As a result, we are expanding our Board
of Trustees to better encompass the skills and expertise that will be
necessary to successfully navigate this strategic next step.
The Board of Trustees currently has specific needs to fill in fundraising,
facility management and human resource backgrounds. If you are
interested in making a difference in the community through a board
position for the Evanston Art Center, contact our President & CEO,
Paula Danoff at pdanoff@evanstonartcenter.org or 847-475-5300,
ext. 109. Paula will be happy to answer any questions and forward your
information to our Nominating Chairperson for further discussion.
BECOME A COMMITTEE MEMBER
Evanston Art Center has volunteer committee opportunities
available as well. Please contact President & CEO Paula Danoff at
pdanoff@evanstonartcenter.org or 847-475-5300, ext. 109 if you are
interested in serving as a committee member on our development,
education, exhibition, or facility committees. Paula will be happy to
answer any questions and forward your information to the Committee
Chairperson for further discussion.