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5 Week Introductory Hand Building with Dennis Evans
Course #: Wi-0124
Instructor: Dennis Evans
Ages: Adult
Level: Any level welcome
Date: Tuesdays Jan 24 to Feb 21, 2012 ~ 6.30 to 9.30 pm
Place: The Shatford Centre, 760 Main Street, Penticton
Fees: $150.00 plus $30.00 materials fee (including firing)
Total Cost: $180.00
5 Weeks of Classes ~ Course Outline Week 1 ~ pinch pot Week 2 ~ coil pot Week 3 ~ slab covered jar Week 4 ~ 6 coffee mugs Week 5 ~ glazing *Note: Must finish first 5 weeks before taking second five weeks. WORKSHOP OVERVIEW The hand building programme consists of 5, 3-hour sessions from 6:30 p.m.to 9:30 p.m. with a coffee break at 8:00 with a short slide presentation. These workshops have been presented for over forty years. You will learn the basics of hand building and have an understanding of the basics of glaze application. This programme is the bases for hand building and glaze techniques so the student can go onto advance hand building work. This programme will allow you to become part of the pottery collective that will enable you to work at your own pace and schedule in the Shatford Centre pottery studio. You will need some supplies for the programme. A list will be provided when you register for the class. Be prepared to develop a lifelong love affair with pottery and the amazing process that is pottery. You will learn pottery building techniques that will give you satisfaction and good results. No previous knowledge with clay is required.
Big and Small - Painting for Preschool Children with Jenny Long
Course #: Wi-0224
Instructor: Jenny Long
Ages: 2 to 5 years - Parent Participation Required
Level:
Date: 4 sessions, Fridays, February 24, March 2, 9 & 16 ~ 10 to 11.30 am
Place: The Shatford Centre, 760 Main Street, Penticton
Fees: $110.00 supplies included, 1 adult, 1 child
Total Cost: $110.00
Looking for somewhere you and your child can come to create artwork in a studio environment together? Not to mention have a professional local artist guide you through fun and exciting explorations in paint! This 4 week session is convenient with everything being supplied for the parent and child, including higher-quality paints, tools and surfaces (i.e. canvas, canvas paper) and is a perfect morning highlight for your week. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.
5 Week Intermediate Hand Building with Dennis Evans
Course #: Wi-0228
Instructor: Dennis Evans
Ages: Adult
Level: Intermediate
Date: Tuesdays, Feb 28 - Mar 27, 2012
Place: Pottery Studio, Shatford Centre
Fees: $150 plus $30 materials including firing
Total Cost: $180.00
5 Weeks of Classes ~ Course Outline Week 1 ~ template pot Week 2 ~ combination pot Week 3 ~ ceramic sculpture Week 4 ~ students choose Week 5 ~ glazing WORKSHOP OVERVIEW The hand building programme consists of 5, 3-hour sessions from 6:30 p.m.to 9:30 p.m. with a coffee break at 8:00 with a short slide presentation. These workshops have been presented for over forty years. You will learn the basics of hand building and have an understanding of the basics of glaze application. This programme is the bases for advance hand building and glaze techniques so the student can go onto wheel work. This programme will allow you to become part of the pottery collective that will enable you to work at your own pace and schedule in the Shatford Centre pottery studio. You will need some supplies for the programme. A list will be provided when you register for the class. Be prepared to develop a lifelong love affair with pottery and the amazing process that is pottery. You will learn pottery building techniques that will give you satisfaction and good results. Some previous knowledge with clay is required.
1 Day Watercolour Workshop With Larry Jackson
Course #: Wi-0229
Instructor: Larry Jackson
Ages: Adult
Level: All Levels Welcome
Date: Wednesday, February 29th, 10 am to 4 pm
Place: Shatford Centre, 760 Main Street, Penticton
Fees: $50.00
Total Cost: $50.00
Larry Jackson is a popular former Okanagan School of the Arts’ instructor and accomplished watercolour artist. Larry now resides in Saskatchewan but is visiting the Okanagan this winter and we are pleased to be able to offer this workshop to local watercolour enthusiasts. Larry has perfected a versatility of style which keeps his paintings fresh and lively. His watercolours and vibrant acrylic inks contrast so dramatically that each painting is unique in itself. Larry is regularly asked to give workshops in all parts of the country. His concepts about painting and his techniques have been especially encouraging to watercolour painters who are interested in developing successful styles of their own. He is well known for his patience with beginner students in watercolour. Please bring your painting supplies and your lunch. For more information call the office at the Shatford Centre, 250-770-7668. For more information on Larry and his work please visit www.prairieartistsguild.org

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