Art Matters Magazine of the Western Colorado Center for the Arts
Current and upcoming exhibitions classes workshops Art Center News
Volume 3, Issue 3 Summer 2018
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Art Matters Contents
Director’s Letter
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About The Art Center
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Exhibitions Contemporary Clay 2018 Rocky Mountain Collage Society Learning Open Exhibition Fans, Folds, and Folktales Why Am I
Events Music in the Grapevines
Youth Education Summer Art Camp Teen Workshops
Adult Education Summer Workshop Series Ceramics Figure Drawing How To Enroll
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On The Cover: Erik Gellert, Awaken (detail)
Art Matters Summer 2018 gjartcenter.org
WELCOME
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Happy 65th! The Art Center turns 65 years old this year, so this is a great opportunity to reflect on the history of this fantastic organization. Here are a few highlights (much of this information is from our Wikipedia page):
• The Art Center can trace its roots back to the Beaux Arts Club, which was formed during the 1920s. After a lull during the depression and World War II, the group renewed its activities under the name Fine Arts Association. • In February 1953, the group became incorporated as the Mesa County Art Center. • In 1953 the annual Artists Ball for the benefit of The Art Center began. This annual costume ball was one of the social events of the year. It is last mentioned in 1958 as the Beaux Arts Ball at Frank’s Lounge on April 2, 1958, from 9pm until 1am with a smorgasbord supper served at midnight. • The first mention of a craft exhibit is June 1956. The first children’s classes are mentioned in 1957. • In 1957, the organization was granted 501(c)(3) status. • In 1960, the organization bought and remodeled a two-story house at 1745 N. Seventh Street. The Mesa County Art Center opened in November 1960. The main floor was used for exhibits and recitals. Painting classes were upstairs, and ceramics classes in the basement. The Art Center boasted 121 members. • In April 1970 a new building was completed north of the two-story house. It included a kitchen, classrooms, an octagonal room with walls designed for exhibits, and stage for theater, music and dance performances (this is what we now call Studio Colorado). • In 1982, a $100,000 donation from the Grand Junction Lions Club helped expand The Art Center from 7,800 square feet to 14,000 square feet. New features included a lobby, gift shop, two courtyards, the North Gallery, storage areas, and a ceramics studio. Storage and dressing rooms were added to the theater area. • In 1989, Dr. Arch Gould donated Navajo rugs valued at $100,000 to the permanent collection and $100,000 to expand the Art Center facility. A collector from the eastern United States promised six additional rugs worth an estimated $75,000. The new space, dubbed the Gould Gallery, was dedicated in January 1991. • The Art Center has tried twice to relocate for the sake of space, once in 1993 and again in 2001. But relocation plans were shelved in favor of addressing more immediate goals of the current center at those times. These are just a few highlights. Please visit our Wikipedia page to learn more: wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Colorado_Center_for_the_Arts. If you have any Art Center stories or trivia, please let us know. We’ll have a big 65th birthday celebration in conjunction with our annual meeting this September. And we’d love to be able to share some of your stories. After all, this is YOUR Art Center!
Lee Borden, Executive Director
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Board of Trustees
Robbie Breaux (President) Anita Pisciotte (Secretary) Chris Briardy (Treasurer) Jeremy Franklin Kirk Granum Lancer Livermont Michael Neste Kevin Cochrane Cathy Zippert (Art Center Guild Representative) Kay Ambrose (Art Center Foundation President)
Art Center Staff Lee Borden
Executive Director
Avery Glassman
Curator, Programs & Exhibitions
Rachel Egelston
Youth & Special Needs Education Director
Terry Shepherd
Artist-in-Residence, Ceramics Director
Keith Brewer
Membership & Gift Gallery Coordinator
Haley Van Camp
Design and Communications Manager
Steve Morley
Facilities Manager
Art Center Hours
9am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday Admission $3 (free to members and children under 12) There is no charge to visit the gift gallery Tuesdays are free to everyone thanks to a generous sponsorship by Home Loan & Nationwide Insurance
Operational funding provided in part by
ABOUT US
Our Mission: The Art Center is a community arts organization dedicated to improving quality of life by promoting the enjoyment and understanding of the visual arts and related arts through studio art instruction, educational programs for children and adults, exhibitions, and the acquisition, care and display of a permanent art collection.
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Contemporary Clay 2018
May 11 – June 23 Sponsored by Chuck & Robbie Breaux, Sara Ransford, and Intermountain Architecture First Friday reception and awards announced June 1, 7-9pm Juror lecture June 2, 5pm, free and open to the public The 7th Contemporary Clay Biennial is upon us once again! The Art Center hosts this international, juried exhibition every other spring. Since its inception in 2006, Contemporary Clay has sought to showcase the latest developments in ceramic art and offers a wide spectrum of creation, spanning the categories of functional vessels, sculptural ceramics, and installation art. This year, juror Doug Casebeer chose work by 58 artists representing 26 states, out of a field of 117 artists who submitted. It was a competitive jurying process, with only 65 pieces (24% of the total number of entries) selected. The exhibition also features work by four invited artists chosen by Casebeer: Stuart Asprey (Norman, Oklahoma), Seth Green (Fort Wayne, Indiana), Giselle Hicks (Snowmass Village, Colorado), and Lorna Meaden (Durango, Colorado). This is an opportunity to view and appreciate a diverse and dynamic range of interpretive work in clay. In some cases, the artistic styles on display are ones rarely seen in the Grand Valley’s local exhibition venues. We hope you’ll make time to come enjoy this show! Doug Casebeer is the Artistic Director of Ceramics at Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Snowmass, CO. He teaches, lectures, builds kilns, and exhibits his art worldwide. Casebeer received his BFA and MFA degrees in ceramics from Wichita State University and Alfred University in New York, respectively. For
Below: Kazuma Sambe, Small, Medium, Large; Top Right: Elliott Kayser, Contain to Serve; Bottom Right: Jonathan Fitz, All Together Now
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information about his workshop on June 2, see page 21. Juried artists: Deighton Abrams, Ted Adler, Noel Bailey, Luisa Baldinger, Shannon Blakey, Danielle Callahan, Guo Cheng, Joshua Clark, Karin Davis, Justin Donofrio, Magdolene Dykstra, Jonathan Fitz, Erik Gellert, Pat Hall, Carroll Hansen, Matthew Hardwick, Monica Hewryk, Jennifer Holt, Molly Johnson, Heather Kaplan, Elliott Kayser, Jamie Kirkpatrick, Lucien Koonce, Laura Korch Bailey, Stephanie Lanter, Drew Liedtke, Mey-Mey Lim, Elaine Lorenz, Joyce Lung, Lauren Mayer, Paul McCoy, Andrew McIntyre, Ashtonn Means, Lee Middleman, Andres Montenegro, Stephanie Osser, Molly Peacock, Elaine Quave, Katie Queen, Mike Rand, Sara Ransford, Horacio Rodriguez, Kazuma Sambe, Elizabeth Shriver, Jessica Smith, Brian Snapp, David Stevens, Hannah Thompsett, John Tobin, Goedele Vanhille, Derek Walter, Veronica Watkins, Eliza Weber, Tim Wedel, Stephanie Wilhelm, Don Williams, Shiyuan Xu, and Alex Zablocki.
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Rocky Mountain Collage Society: Within and Without May 16 – June 23 Expo: Saturday, June 16, 10am-3pm
The Rocky Mountain Collage Society presents its Biennial Members’ Exhibition in Studio Colorado from May 16 through June 23. Society members will exhibit individual new work in collage and assemblage, as well as create pieces using the theme “Within and Without” for a large group installation. Mixed media artist Mary Ennes Davis of Bellingham, Washington, will judge the non-juried exhibit and award monetary prizes. In addition to the exhibition, ten member artists will be demonstrating collage and mixed media techniques at RMCS’ Collage and Mixed Media Expo on Saturday, June 16th, from 10am to 3pm in Studio Colorado. Funding for the Collage and Mixed Media Expo was provided by a grant from the City of Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture. The public is invited to enjoy meeting the artists and participate in the creative process in a hands-on, family-friendly atmosphere.
Above: Gayle Gerson, Gimme Shelter; Right: Enjoying last year’s Collage and Mixed Media Expo.
Learning Open Exhibition
July 6-28 First Friday reception July 6, 7-9pm Artwork Drop-off: Saturday, June 30, 10am-2pm Artwork Pick-up: Sunday, July 29, 10am-2pm Learning is an annual exhibition devoted to celebrating The Art Center’s educational programs. It is open to anyone who has taken or taught an Art Center class, workshop, or open studio between July 2017 and June 2018. This includes children’s art camps and our Artability classes. Eligible artists may submit up to three pieces, and there is no entry fee. Don’t forget to show up on June 30 for drop-off! Artwork does not need to have been produced during class time or for a particular class; as long as you were enrolled in or instructed at least one educational program within the past 12 months, you are eligible to exhibit. Artists must sign the prospectus (available at The Art Center and gjartcenter.org) and complete the online entry form. Over 1000 people enriched their learning through an Art Center program in the past year. The Art Center has a diverse student body that ranges in age from 5 to 95 and encompasses every level of skill. We are proud to highlight the vast exchange of knowledge that occurs through its educational programming. Whether between peers, instructors, or students and their mentors, artistic techniques and philosophies are constantly being shared, contributing toward the greater good of a visually literate public.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS
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Fans, Folds, and Folktales: Art from Japan’s Floating World July 6-28 Sponsored by the Robinson Estate
Campaign finance reform has been making headlines lately. The effort to “remove big money from politics” is shared by constituents on both sides of the aisle, making it one of our currently divided nation’s only bipartisan issues. Given the amount of large donations to political campaigns, it begs the question: What would society look like if the wealthy were completely cut off from politics? For the answer, look no further than Japan’s Edo period (1615-1868), on display in Fans, Folds, and Folktales, an exhibition of The Art Center’s Japanese art collection. Edo Japan was ruled by a feudal military government called the Tokugawa Shogunate, which limited political power to the warrior class. At the same time, Japan’s economy grew and cities like Edo (Tokyo), Kyoto, and Osaka began to turn into metropolises. Artisans and merchants enjoyed economic prosperity but had no political sway and no opportunity for social mobility. As a result, they became ultimate patrons of the arts, spending their money on Kabuki theatre, paintings, prints, sculptures, graphic novels, and the latest fashions. No art form illustrates this lifestyle more than ukiyo-e, a genre of Japanese woodblock printmaking that reached its height during the Edo period. The Art Center’s collection includes 27 ukiyo-e prints. They feature a high level of detail and depict lavish interiors, popular kimono patterns, scenes from the pleasure districts
11 Ukiyo-e translates to “pictures of the floating world,” signifying the ungrounded, extravagant approach to leisure that had become prevalent among Japan’s merchant class. In 17th-19th century Japan, woodblock printmaking enabled ukiyo-e artists to compose in bright colors and bold yet delicate lines. With few gradients, the colors provide some abstraction to the compositions, while the confident lines are for the most part naturalistic. The faces depicted range from expressionless to extremely expressive, depending on the time period in which they were designed. In addition to ukiyo-e, Fans, Folds, and Folktales also features prints from the Meiji period (1868-1912) and the Sōsaku Hanga (“creative print”) movement of the early 20th century, as well as Japanese ceramics, painting, imperial court masks, and several textiles. Though these works were made in Japan centuries ago, Colorado has a deep Japanese American history from the 20th century. The Granada War Relocation Center in Granada, Colorado, also known as Camp Amache, was one of ten internment camps established during World War II. During this dark period of United States history, between 1942 and 1945 over 110,000 American citizens of Japanese ancestry were forced to move from their homes to internment camps in remote areas. Ralph Carr, Colorado’s 29th governor (1939-1943), was the only elected official in the U.S. to publicly defend the rights of Japanese Americans. Below: Kuniyoshi, scene from a Kabuki play
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of burgeoning cities, and even famous male Kabuki actors in drag (women were not allowed to act).
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CALL FOR ARTISTS
September 14 – October 12 Sponsored by School District 51 Artwork drop-off: Tuesday, September 11, 10am-2pm In school, we are often asked to consider the question, “Who are you?” Are you someone with a penchant for the sciences, the arts, or maybe athletics? Do you have an outgoing personality, or are you more on the shy side? As we age, the more pertinent question becomes, “Why are you the way that you are?” Why are you shy, or outgoing, or adventurous, or timid, or any of the other countless traits humans collectively possess? Whether you believe in nature, nurture, or a combination of the two, there is a reason behind every aspect of ourselves and every one of our tendencies. With the exhibition Why Am I, The Art Center hopes to get people thinking about these reasons, as well as engage participants with Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15 nationwide) through the work of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907-1954), one of the most recognizable artists of all time. The Art Center also looks forward to collaborating with several classes from School District 51 for this exhibition. Kahlo used self-portraiture to explore the concept of identity. Her art is intensely personal yet equally strongly tied to the political and cultural movements that defined her era. She came of age in post-revolutionary Mexico, which revered Mexico’s ancient history and native cultures yet was still subject to 20th century industrialization. Kahlo often inserted markers of ethnic nationalism, like Mexican indigenous clothing and headdresses, and of industrialization, like skyscrapers and medical devices (Kahlo was plagued with health issues throughout her adult life), into her self-portraits, as well as insects, flowers, and other objects from her own reality. What are the most salient parts of your identity, and what visual signs define your reality? Whether you participate as an artist or a viewer, this exhibition is an opportunity to gain insight into how people see themselves. Why Am I is open to all members of the Western Slope community, and there is no entry fee. The Art Center’s website contains links to the Why Am I prospectus as well as helpful links to information about Frida Kahlo and approaches to selfportraiture. Artwork must be a self-portrait but does not need to depict human form: it can be realistic, abstract, symbolic, conceptual, etc. Artwork should incorporate visual symbols or patterns from the artist’s own life. This can include symbols representing the artist’s thoughts, emotions, heritage, family history, political or cultural stances, successes, disappointments, joys, and sorrows. Limit of one artwork per person. Why Am I is not about imitating Kahlo’s style, inserting oneself into her narrative, or depicting oneself to look like her. Rather, it is an honoring of Kahlo’s legacy and an examination of the circumstances and qualities that make Western Slope citizens unique. Left: Frida Kahlo, Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird
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Why Am I: Kahlo-Inspired Interpretations of Self
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Save the dates: 2018 Summer Concert Series Tickets: $15 per person, all ages (non-refundable) All concerts Tuesdays at 7pm
The Art Center’s summer concert series, Music in the Grapevines, takes place outdoors at the beautiful Two Rivers Winery, 2087 Broadway, Redlands, CO. Bring a picnic and a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of music and relaxation in the shadows of the Colorado National Monument. Wine is available by the glass or bottle. Please, no other adult beverages permitted. All proceeds benefit The Art Center (Western Colorado Center for the Arts). For more information call (970) 243-7337 ext.2 or email sjroberts1@earthlink.net.
May 15: STRAY GRASS (Acoustic Bluegrass, Americana, Rock ‘n’ Roll) June 19: TIM + RICHARD (Acoustic, Rock, Gypsy Folk, Jazz, Blues) July 17: THE SCONES (Rockin’ Rollin’ Americana) August 21: BRYAN SAVAGE (Smooth Jazz, Saxophone and Flute) September 11: EXIT 42 (Americana, Classic Rock and Blues) Concerts are proudly sponsored by:
YOUTH EDUCATION
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Summer Art Camp 2018: A unique experience every week
Ages 5-12 Monday – Friday, 9am-4pm Tuition: $110 member / $135 non-member per week, per child Need-based scholarships available All materials provided Don’t forget to bring a snack, a lunch, and a water bottle! Weeks one through five include the Our Secret World installation. Students will work on this together from start to finish, and the completed installation will become part of The Art Center’s Learning exhibition. Students will conjure up their favorite imaginary places, powers, and creatures.
Week 1, May 29 – June 1: Art Basics (four days; $88 member / $108 non-member)
This week we will learn and advance on students’ techniques in drawing, painting and sculpture.
Week 2, June 4-8: I heART the Outdoors (Camp will meet at the Botanical Gardens Wednesday, June 6)
Explore the natural world to find eco-friendly inspiration. Students will work with charcoal, pastels, and pencil. We will create mandala rock paintings and shaker sticks; weave sticks; draw leaves and flowers; and make rubbings. We will also learn how to make natural dyes, and make nature block prints. We will study conservation groups including the Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and Oceana to develop projects.
Week 3, June 11-15: Old and New Ways of Creating 3-Dimensional Art
Discover old and new ways of creating three-dimensional artwork. Students will learn about different clay techniques. Celebrate the history of animals in art, from ancient times to present day. Explore value drawings using caveman art supplies. Stuff, build, draw, and paint creatures that roam the earth and the outer limits of your imagination.
Week 4, June 18-22: What is a Film?
What is a film? The telling of a story, understanding framing, and filming a story from beginning to end. As a class we will come up with an idea, write a script, record, and edit the short film. The students will also act in their films. Parents will be emailed a link to the YouTube video after the project is completed. We will also work with different forms of portrait drawing of people, pets, and zoo animals, and learn mosaic techniques.
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Week 5, June 25-29: Sculpture
Students will work with clay for part of the week. They will work with paper to create vehicles that run on wheels, sailing vessels, hot air balloons and designer paper airplanes, and more.
Week 6, July 2-6: Art is More than Drawing and Painting (skipping July 4; $88 member / $108 non-member)
This will be a fun-filled four days. Projects include the art of Yoga, writing, origami, acting exercises, food art, and dance.
Week 7, July 9-13: Explore The Art Center
The Art Center will be a source of inspiration and emphasis for the art students this week. Students will look intensively at the collection of Pre-Columbian ceramics and current exhibitions. They will see the inner workings of The Art Center and hear from Art Center staff. They will create their own masterpieces using clay, pencil, ink, watercolor, and acrylic.
Week 8, July 16-20: The Art of Legos and Printmaking
Students will learn about Nathan Sawaya, brick artist, and then create their own creation out of Legos and photograph them. Also during the week the students will construct a book of prints and make their own paper.
Week 9, July 23-27: Theater & Humor
Discover the classic world of theater. Students will learn tricks of the trade, create wearable sculptures, and perform “kid-friendly Shakespeare.” We’ll work on funny stuff, from cartoons to caricatures and everything in between. Learn how art can make people laugh.
Week 10, July 30-Aug 3: STEAM
Discover why educators include art in STEAM. Projects will include magnetic paint, gravity, tiny energy dancer sculptures, and life-cycle flip books. Plus what’s in outer space—bottle rockets, paint the planets, and design your own space outfit.
Week 11, Aug 6-10: Clay and the Art of Music
Students will look to the Blue Man Group for inspiration in creating their own instruments for a concert at the end of the week. They will also experiment with some of The Art Center’s musical instruments. During the week we will also be working with clay.
Monday – Friday, 12-4pm Tuition: $55 member / $67 non-member per week, per student Need-based scholarships available All materials provided June 25-29: Pencil, Charcoal, and Ink July 9-13: Acrylic and Oil July 23-27: Manga
Refine your skills or learn new ones. These workshops will teach techniques that you might not have heard of. Workshops allow for the developing of your own style.
Storytelling through Character Design (one-day workshop) Saturday, June 23, 12-4pm Tuition: $25 member / $30 non-member
Character design is the foundation of all media. From commercials to movies, character design is essential to the story. During this class students will “Flesh out” an original character. They will also learn techniques in storytelling and design often used in the industry.
YOUTH
Summer Teen Workshops 2018
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ADULT EDUCATION
Doug Casebeer Saturday, June 2, 10am-4pm $50 member / $60 non-member
In this demo-style workshop, Doug will throw, trim, and assemble pots and pottery forms. He will make parts and pieces to compose functional forms.
One-day Alcohol Inks Carol Ann Rasmussen Saturday, June 23, 9:30am-4pm $75 member / $115 non-member Supply list available
Alcohol ink is a fluid painting medium that demands determination and experimentation to master. With practice, artists can create compositions that radiate harmonious, brilliant colors. Carol Ann will share her methods to control these vibrant inks on Yupo paper. Students will then apply these techniques to create their own paintings. Come in old clothes, as the inks will not wash out.
CLASSES WORKSHOPS
Making Pots: A Personal Journey
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WORKSHOPS
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SUMMER
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Bigger, Faster, Fresher, Looser Abstract Painting David Kessler Friday – Sunday, July 27-29 $282 member / $322 non-member Supply list available
Have you ever wondered how to loosen up your painting style? Paint with more freedom? Be more spontaneous and expressive? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then this workshop is for you. David will teach you how to do each of these things, while also establishing a firm foundation of structure for your paintings using shape, value, color, edges, and center of interest. Here is some of what we’ll cover: how to paint with no pre-planning; how to use big brushes and lots of juicy paint; how to paint from your heart, not your head; how to create fresh, beautiful color without making “mud;” art business information; and much more! This workshop is not only about painting abstract compositions, but also about learning to loosen up and paint more freely. All who attend will be able to apply the lessons learned to their own style of painting in their studios. This workshop is not media-specific; all who utilize watercolor, acrylic, pastel, and oil are welcome.
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Forrest Zerbe Saturday, July 7, 10am-4pm $47 member / $67 non-member Most materials provided; $25 paid to instructor The process of image transfer connects the art of photography with printmaking. In this workshop we will use techniques similar to collage to make composited images, discussing image choice and layout along the way. Once constructed, student compositions will be printed on an ink jet printer and transferred to cotton rag fine art paper, using hand sanitizer as a transfer medium. Come discover the creative potential of everyday household items and your own mind. Students must bring their own art paper and are encouraged to bring their own photos for transfer; all other materials are provided by the instructor.
Poured Acrylic
Diane Saulnier Saturday, July 14, 10am-3pm $59 member / $79 non-member All materials provided This workshop is a fun opportunity to create your own unique art—and you don’t even have to consider yourself an artist to do it. We will be creating abstract compositions, and the only thing you have control of is the colors that you use. Follow Diane’s gentle directions and the painting paints itself. Ages 18 and up.
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Intro to Image Transfer
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Unlikely Pairings: Painting Across Disciplines
Ron Hicks Saturday, August 4, 9am-12pm and Sunday, August 5, 9am-4pm $195 member / $235 non-member Supply list available The objective of this figurative painting workshop is to explore the commonalities in the representational, abstract, and nonobjective painting worlds. We will attempt to find harmonious dialogue between these disciplines using various visual elements (shape, value, edges, color, line) with a live model. We will also discuss what role this can play in future artistic endeavors. While aspects of this workshop are designed with intermediate and advanced students in mind, all levels are welcome. Open to all painting media (oil, acrylic, watercolor, etc.). Ages 18 and up.
Cold Wax Creations
Susan Stanton Saturday & Sunday, August 11-12, 9:30am-4:30pm $109 member / $149 non-member Most materials provided; $30 paid to instructor on first day This two-day workshop will provide an overview of cold wax in an atmosphere that encourages a sense of play and discovery. You’ll learn to explore and create with cold wax, oil paint, and acrylic (which can be used on the first layer to paint in a design). Cold wax medium provides rich texture, depth, and discovery. Layers can be covered up with more layers of wax and oil paint as the artist’s composition evolves. No experience necessary; students of all skill levels are welcome, and will walk away with two completed paintings.
Amy Kline Saturday & Sunday, August 11-12, 9am-4pm $220 member / $260 non-member
Amy Kline takes a new, sculptural approach to creating lamps in high-fire porcelain on the potters’ wheel. This is a great way to bring fine art and sculpture into the home in a functional way. Amy will start with the initial drawing/design and progress to measurements, weights, and use calipers to fit forms together post-firing. Amy uses lots of color and texture in cone 10 reduction.
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White Hot: All about High-Fire Porcelain
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All Levels Hand-building Nina Williams Mondays 1-4pm, June 4 – July 30 $220 member / $260 non-member
Not all beautiful ceramic work is thrown on a wheel! We will join slabs of clay into beautiful works of art using a variety of techniques and surface patterns. We will focus primarily on decorative and ornamental work this session. In addition to slab-built work, there will also be coiling and extrusion projects throughout the class.
$220 member / $260 non-member
All sessions of Fundamentals end with raku, a fun and quick firing technique.
Robbie Breaux Tuesdays 1-4pm, June 5 – July 31 This class is for both beginner and intermediate students. Beginners focus on simple forms—bowls, mugs with handles, glazes, and glazing techniques. Intermediates receive instruction on techniques they want to hone, such as lidded vessels, plates, or stacked forms. Throughout the session, students are introduced to different surface designs to enhance one’s work. Emphasis is on what you want to know more about! Instructor email: chuckrobbiebreaux@gmail.com
Gary Andrews Tuesdays 6:30-9:30pm, June 5 – July 31 Escape into the world of clay. Students learn the basics of hand-building, then dive into the skills needed to throw fundamental forms which have been used through the ages. At times Gary will provide pre-thrown pots for students to practice glazing. Come relax and tap into your right brain.
Origins of Ancient Ceramics: Primitive Pottery Studies Terry Shepherd Thursdays 1-4pm, June 7 – August 2 $220 member / $260 non-member
This summer, in addition to approaching ceramics fundamentals, this class will focus on ancient primitive pottery methods. The class will take field trips to prospect and process samples of local sedimentary clays and gather wood. Students will prepare two to three pit fires for their work. Techniques covered include thick coil, pinch and paddle, rib scraping, and wheel-throwing. This is an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in native materials and processes to make clay vessels in the spirit of historical ceramics, dating back centuries! Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org
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Fundamentals in Clay
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Intermediate Ceramics
Terry Shepherd Wednesdays 9:30am-12:30pm, June 6 – August 8, skipping July 4 $220 member / $260 non-member Take this class if you are confident when it comes to wedging and centering, can throw a 6-8” cylinder using 2-3lbs. of clay, and have experience with basic hand tools and slab rollers. Techniques like altered throwing are introduced. Come with an open mind, ready to engage in constructive critique and explore and develop a more in-depth approach to ceramics. Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org
Advanced Ceramics
Terry Shepherd Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm, June 6 – August 8, skipping July 4 $220 member / $260 non-member Take this class if you meet the requirements for intermediate ceramics, have confidence when it comes to throwing a 10-14” cylinder using 5-10lbs. of clay, and have a desire and willingness to acquire a deeper understanding of the material properties of different clays (such as cone 10 stoneware and porcelain) and glazes, as well as alternative firing processes. Students engage in constructive critique and challenge themselves in order to improve their skill level. Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org
Sculpting in Clay
Ron Cloyd Fridays 9:30am-12:30pm, June 8 – August 3 $220 member / $260 non-member Whether you are a novice or seasoned clay artist, this class is one that will help you transform your visions into finished fired forms. With a bent toward whimsy and humor, Ron’s sculpture class will have demos and discussion about project inspiration (“where did you come up with that idea?”), use of tools, clay manipulation, firing and finishing. We will start with a couple of single session instructor-guided projects, and then move on to sculpting from your own ideas. Tools are available, but if you have your own you may want to bring them along. Instructor email: roncloyd@gmail.com Included in every ceramics tuition is one, 25-lb. bag of clay and 3000 cu. in. of glaze firing (firing fee after 3000 cu. in. is 2 cents/cu. in.)
No instruction Thursdays 6-9pm May: $50 member / $75 non-member June: $40 member / $60 non-member July: summer break Drop-ins $15
Join us every Thursday night to draw or paint from live models. We work independently, listen to music, and socialize when we feel like it. A relaxed and lighthearted atmosphere is our MO. This is a judgment-free zone open to professionals, hobbyists, and those anywhere in-between. New artists are always welcome.
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The Nitty Gritty Summer registration opens Tuesday, May 1. Students must register three days before the start of a class to secure a spot. Registration and payment: Registration can be completed online at gjartcenter.org, over the phone, or in person at The Art Center. For phone registration, call 970-243-7337, x. 2. To register in person, stop by during gallery hours, Tuesday-Saturday 9am to 4pm. Payment can be made by American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, check, or cash. Class space will not be reserved without full payment. Please be aware that classes require a minimum number of students and are subject to cancellation. The best way to ensure that the class you are interested in does not get canceled is to register early, and don’t forget to urge a friend to sign up! Cancellation Policy: To cancel a class or workshop registration, notify The Art Center at least 14 days before the start of the class or workshop. If given the required 14-day notice, The Art Center will issue class credit in full or will refund your payment less the registration fee ($15 for adults and $5 for children). No refunds or class credit will be issued for cancellations made
within 14 days of the start of the class or workshop. If you register for a class or workshop within the 14-day period, you will receive no refund or class credit for cancellation. Sorry, no refunds or class credits for no-shows. This registration policy helps instructors plan and prepare for upcoming classes, ensuring you receive ample notice if a class has insufficient registration. Art Supplies: Supply lists for each class are available on our website. Unless otherwise specified, the student is responsible for purchasing art supplies. Some supplies are available at The Art Center Gift Gallery. Tuition for ceramics classes includes one, 25-lb. bag of clay and 3000 cu. in. of glaze firing (firing fee after 3000 cu. in. is 2 cents/cu. in.) Ceramics students will need a pottery tool kit, not covered by tuition and available from The Art Center Gift Gallery for $20.99 plus tax. Need-based scholarships are available. Visit our website’s scholarships page for more information!
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An artist proudly presents his work during the exhibition portion of the program.
Arte en Español On February 11, The Art Center hosted a program called “Arte en Español,” a collaboration with both the Aspen Art Museum and School District 51’s Migrant Education Program. Available for Spanish-speaking families living in Mesa County, the day’s theme was “Turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.” Adults attended an interactive lecture by AAM Learning Director Michelle Dezember about contemporary art that combines or displays ordinary objects in such a way as to elevate their significance. Dezember used the museum’s current exhibitions as examples. Children participated in a drawing and coloring activity around the theme as well. Arte en Español ended with a mini exhibition that included a talkback between the artists and their parents. Two weeks later, the AAM welcomed the same families for a tour of its exhibitions, connecting the topics discussed at The Art Center with the art objects themselves. The Art Center was enthusiastic to facilitate this full-circle educational experience and looks forward to future community partnerships.
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