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Northfield Arts Guild Classes

Fall 2016

Welcome

Tuition for Arts Guild activities are among the lowest in town! Our rates are competitive and

reflect our focus on quality instruction. Most of our teachers are K-12 certified art educators

and/or professional artists. And remember, many families can claim children’s fine arts

classes as educational expenses on income taxes! Contact the office for receipts if needed.

Discounts: Arts Guild Members receive a 10% discount on all classes! Member (m) & non-

member (nm) prices are listed for each class. 50% sibling discounts are also available for Music

Together and Home School classes. A 5% multiple class discount is available for a student

registering for 3 or more dance classes in a semester.

Scholarships: Based on financial need, scholarships may be available for select classes (not

including materials) through the Community Action Center. Call (507) 664-3550.

Required Forms: All participants will be required to fill out emergency contact forms,

photo release waiver, etc. before the beginning of class. Forms will be emailed and can be

downloaded from our website.

Cancellation/refund policy:

For our full list of class policies and procedures, please visit: northfieldartsguild.org/education

Register Online: NorthfieldArtsGuild.org

or call (507) 645-8877 or stop by 304 Division Street S.

General Policies

What’s Inside?

Class & Member Information………….2-3

Pre-K & Youth Classes…..…………..….4-11

Classes for Home Schoolers……………...12

Classes for Special Needs…...…………….13

Adult Classes...………………………….…14-17

Get Involved……….…………...……………..18

Register for Classes…………..……………..19

Fall Semester Dates

September 1 - December 30, 2016

No classes will be held the week of Nov. 21.

Your Arts Guild Staff

Alyssa Herzog Melby - Executive Director

Rachel Haider - Performing Arts Manager

Heather Lawrenz - Visual Arts Manager

Kathy Bjerke - Accountant

Epic - Custodial Services

Classes at the Arts Guild

We offer over 40 weekly classes in dance, music,

theater, literary and visual arts. Students, young

and old, novice and experienced, are invited to

explore their creative voices as they are guided by

teachers who are working professionals and

certified art instructors. Classes are taught with a

focus on sequential development of skills,

establishing the groundwork for aesthetic

development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.

Photo credit: Rob Morrow and Annette Nierobisz -

thank you for sharing your time and talents for

many photos in this brochure!

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Full refund minus $25 administrative fee

50% refund minus $25 administrative fee

No Refund Full refund

Cancelled 14 or more days prior to

the first day of class

Cancelled 13 days or less days prior to

the first day of class

Cancelled first day

of class or later

If class is cancelled

by the Guild

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Become a Member

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Name

Street Address

City, State and Zip

Phone Number

Email

Membership Level

How to Join:

Online: northfieldartsguild.org

By phone: 507-645-8877

Detach & mail with check to: 304 Division St., Northfield, MN 55057

The Guild is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and

meets business and corporate matching

gift program guidelines.

Please select all the Guild

activities of interest.

Acoustic Music Series

CVRO (Orchestra)

Classes (Adult)

Classes (Children)

Gallery

Literary Events

Riverfront Fine Arts Festival

Shop

Theater

Are you a professional artist?

yes no

If so, what is your medium?

dance literary musical

theatrical visual

Membership Benefits

Student: 10% class discount

Individual: 1 ticket voucher ($15 value) +10% class discount

Household: 10% class discount+ 2 ticket vouchers ($30 value)

Guild Plus: 10% class discount+ 2 ticket vouchers ($30 value) All Members have exhibition opportunities, voting privileges at the Annual Members’ Meeting, receive e-newsletters and other update information, and support creativity in our vibrant community!

Level Annual Fee Sustaining (monthly) Fee Student $25 (with college ID) Individual $60 $5 per month Household $95 $7.92 per month Guild Plus $150+ $12.50+ per month

MEMBERSHIPS are a central component of the livelihood of the Northfield

Arts Guild. Join us in hosting 100 annual arts events and 40 weekly arts classes. You help the arts thrive in Northfield!

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Music Together®

Join us in singing, playing instruments and dancing with your child(ren) ages birth to 5 in a playful, non-performance-oriented atmosphere. These developmentally appropriate classes guide children through the crucial early stages of music development and feature arrange-ments of original and traditional songs in a wide variety of tonalities, meters, and cultural styles. Tuition includes two professionally recorded CDs, a beautifully illustrated songbook, and a parent guide. This session's theme is Flute.

Mondays 6:30-7:15 pm

Sept. 12 - Nov. 14, 2016 Ages birth to 5

Art Studio

OR

Wednesdays 10:00-10:45 am

Sept. 14 - Nov 16, 2016 Ages birth to 5

Dance Studio

OR

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 am

Sept. 15 - Nov. 17, 2016 Ages birth to 5

Dance Studio

NAG member: $135; non-member: $150; 8 months or younger = free. 50% sibling discount available.

Instructor: Anna Lisa Rustad

Anna Lisa Rustad majored in music at St. Olaf College and received her Masters in Teaching from St. Thomas University. Anna Lisa is a certified Music Together instructor. She also teaches piano and plays fiddle with Scandium, a contemporary Scandinavian folk band.

Classes For Pre-K

Creative Dance 1 (see pg. 7) & Folklorico Club: Introduction (see pg. 11)

5 Classes For Youth - Ceramics Kids Clay Studio

StART the school year off right-with messy hands and tons of imagination! Students will be guided to create whatever they can dream up using slab and coil handbuilding techniques. Whether it's making a present for a parent or a decoration for their room, students are free to explore their creativity. Sign up for one or both sessions to continue the fun! This class is offered through Community Education. Please visit their website: http://northfieldschools.org/communityservices/ to register for this class.

Thursdays 4:30 - 5:45 pm

Session 1 Sept. 22 - Oct. 13, 2016 Session 2 Oct. 27 - Nov 17, 2016

Clay Studio

NAG member: $84.60; non-member: $ 94

Instructor: Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt

Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt, is better known as “Ms. Kelly” by her students. She has

been teaching Art at St. Dominic School for the past six years. A love of travel provides a world of creative inspiration in the art studio with her students. She was a graphic designer for several years before getting her MS in Art & Design Education from Pratt Institute.

Clay for Middle School

Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of creating pottery through a blend of guided projects and individual work time. Instruction on basic wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles, decorating and glazing will be provided (hand building techniques may be demonstrated as well for students who wish to learn them). By the end of the course students will understand the processes involved in turning a lump of clay into a piece of functional art!

Wednesdays 4:45 - 6:00 pm

Session 1 Sept. 21 - Oct. 12, 2016 Session 2 Oct. 26 - Nov. 16, 2016

Clay Studio Ages 11-14

NAG member: $72.90; non-member: $81

Instructor: Alan Perillo

Making pottery has been a passion of Alan for over six years, and he has experience instructing ceramics classes for adults and youth at summer programs. Alan possesses a B.S. in behavioral neuroscience from Northeastern University and currently teaches biology at Shattuck St. Mary’s school. Both pottery and science cause him to appreciate the process of trial and error as a necessary method of discovery!

http://northfieldschools.org/communityservices/

Classes For Youth - Visual Arts & Theater 6

Little Picasso’s Club

What do you get when you combine Minecraft, dogs, and Spanish and Mexican art masters? An art class with lots of energy and life! Even if you don't like Minecraft, or like cats more than dogs, you're sure to find an art activity in this class that you will like. All levels of Spanish are welcomed, even students with no prior knowledge of Spanish.

Saturdays 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Session 1: Sept. 17 - Oct. 29, 2016 Session 2: Nov. 5 - Dec. 17, 2016

Art Studio Ages 5 to 10

NAG member: $81; non-member: $90

Instructor: Mar Valdecantos

Mar is a native of Spain and a Northfield resident since 1998. Mar is a writer, an artist, a translator, and creates beautiful home, business, and building portraits. She taught art and literacy classes for the Summer and Winter Plus students at the Northfield Public Schools and Spanish at St. Olaf and Carleton for over ten years before becoming the translator for the Northfield School District.

Picasso’s Club

What do you get when you combine Minecraft, dogs, and Spanish and Mexican art masters? An art class with lots of energy and life! Even if you don't like Minecraft, or like cats more than dogs, you're sure to find an art activity in this class that you will like. All levels of Spanish are welcomed, even students with no prior knowledge of Spanish.

Saturdays 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Session 1: Sept. 17 - Oct. 29, 2016 Session 2: Nov. 5 - Dec. 17, 2016

Art Studio Ages 9-13



Purple Door Youth Theater

PDYT is educational, hands-on, challenging, creative, inspiring and really fun. We will develop a full scale production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL and learn about every aspect of producing the show along the way! Students may choose the acting or technical theater track, but each group will learn about both onstage and backstage tasks. All students must schedule an easy audition/interview slot for September 13 or 15, 4:00 – 6:00pm. Call the Arts Guild at 507-645-8877 to schedule your timeslot. Only students who are accepted into the program may register. Rehearsals begin on October 13. No classes on Oct. 20, 21, Nov. 24, 25. Performances Dec. 2-4 and 9-11.

Tues, Thurs, Friday: 4:00-6:30 pm Mon, Thurs: 4:00-6:30 pm; Sat: 9:00-11:00 am

Cast Grades 2-12 Techs Grades 4-12

NAG Theater 411 3rd Street W.


Instructors: Rachel Haider, Joe Jorgenson & Helen Dillon

Rachel is a theater director, educator, performer, coach, choreographer, and arts administrator. Her extensive resume includes work with professional, community and educational theaters. Rachel brings a broad range of arts expertise to her students and productions, creating quality, memorable and fun theatrical experiences.

Joe studied theater at Waldorf College while pursuing a degree in education. He is a theater director, designer and builder and serves as the tech director for Purple Door Youth Theater. Whenever he has the opportunity, Joe also enjoys acting and singing. He teaches and builds sets at Northfield High School.

Helen is a very proud grandmother and one of our resident costumers. Helen loves watching how her costumes help actors become their characters. In addition to costuming at our theater and others, Helen has, for years, created many beautiful and fun pieces for our dance performances.

7 Classes For Youth - Dance

Creative Dance 1

Creative Dance 1 focuses on the joyful expression of movement. This class nourishes the development of the whole child. Dancers build technique through ballet and modern exercises. They learn how to craft space, time, and energy into choreography and build self-esteem through performance. Dancers grow in cognitive, social, and emotional intelligence through improvisation, creative problem-solving, and collaboration with others. No classes on Oct. 22 or Nov. 26.

Saturdays 9:45 - 10:30 am

Sept. 10 - Dec. 17, 2016 Ages 3 to 5

Art Studio


Instructor: Sophia Diehl

Sophia has studied Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Choreography through Ballet West Academy and Children’s Dance Theatre in Salt Lake City, Utah. She is currently working towards her B.A. in Dance at St. Olaf College with a dance scholarship. Sophia has expanded her journey with movement through teaching in a Dancers with Disabilities class and an internship with InterPlay, an arts and social justice organization. Sophia has a passion for sharing the joy of movement and nurturing the creative voice of each individual. She is grateful to be teaching in the Northfield Arts Guild dance program.

Creative Dance 2

Creative Dance 2 builds upon the body awareness and relational skills of Creative Dance 1. Dancers develop strength and healthy alignment through ballet and modern technique. They use this physical foundation to develop an artistic voice through choreography, improvisation, and performance. This class takes a holistic approach to dance, allowing the child to use movement as a medium for connection and expression. No class on Oct. 22 or Nov 26.

Saturdays 10:30 - 11:15 am

Sept. 10 - Dec. 17, 2016 Ages 6 to 9

Art Studio



Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Students stay in the same level class throughout the entire school year.

Ballet 2/3

In this level the dancer builds a higher level of achievement and strength. Dancers are expected to articulate basic ballet technique and to perform longer ballet combinations, while also individually interpreting the movement material. No class on Nov. 22.

Tuesdays 5:15 -6:30 pm

Sept. 13— Dec. 13, 2016

Ages 9 to 13 Dance Studio


Instructor: Rebecca Lorang

Ballet 4/5 Pointe

Pointe work begins after a student has acquired proper placement and strength on demi-pointe. Pointe class is an intensive session in which stamina, strength and speed will be developed in the advanced dancer. No class on November 21.

Mondays 6:15 - 7:30 pm

Sept. 12—Dec. 12, 2016

Dance Studio Ages 13+


Instructor: Shari Setchell

Classes For Youth - Dance 8

Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!


Ballet 1

The distinct movement vocabulary of classical ballet develops a strong body that expresses both beauty and grace. We focus on healthy anatomical placement while also encouraging students to develop their unique artistic voice. No class on November 22.

Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 pm

Sept. 13 - Dec. 13, 2016 Ages 7 to 9

Dance Studio


Instructors: Rebecca Lorang Rebecca is a new resident of Northfield and is excited to share her love of movement and dance with students at the Arts Guild. She attended Beloit College for her undergraduate degree and while there she performed in, choreographed for, and directed multiple department and student produced concerts. After graduating in 2010, she began teaching dance and has since instructed at small studios in Wisconsin and Minnesota, as well as preschools throughout the Twin Cities. Her training includes a wide variety of dance styles including ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hip hop, lyrical, creative movement and contemporary. Recently, she received her M.A. in Education from the University of Minnesota and will be joining the Northfield Middle School staff as an EL teacher this coming fall.

Modern

Modern Dance takes students on a soulful and rigorous exploration of movement. Dancers develop balance, coordination, strength, and healthy alignment. They apply these physical skills by learning combinations and creating movement patterns. Students learn to express ideas through movement, becoming articulate communicators. This class integrates the mind, body, and spirit through the study of dance technique and performance. No Class on November 21. This class is offered through Community Education. Please visit their website: http://northfieldschools.org/communityservices/ to register for this class.

Mondays 7:30-8:30 pm

Sept. 12 - Dec. 12, 2016 Ages 8+ Art Studio



Tap 1/2

In this class we cultivate the natural and rhythmic abilities of the individual. This is instilled through a variety of music, vocabulary, fun rhythmic structures, and material. All levels welcome. Previous tap experience encouraged, but not necessary.

Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Sept . 13 - Dec. 13, 2016

Ages 7 + Dance Studio


Instructor: Rebecca Lorang

Advanced Modern

Advanced Modern continues to explore the elements of modern dance with greater specificity. Dancers refine their balance, spinal articulation, and alignment with classical modern technique. They also approach dance through the sensory and intuitive movement of post-modern tecnique. Students become dynamic artists, with the ability to learn movement material from a variety of forms and to synthesize this material into a choreographic expression. Students must have 3+ years experience in any style of dance. No class on November 22.


Sept. 13- Dec. 13, 2016

Ages 12+ Dance Studio



Classes For Youth - Dance 9

Registering a student for 3+ dance classes this semester? Call the Guild to receive an additional 5% multiple class discount!



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Classes For Youth - Dance Arts Guild dance classes are taught with a focus on sequential development of skills establishing the groundwork for aesthetic development and a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Students stay in the same level class throughout the entire school year.

Kids to Kids Hip Hop

This class will be an introduction to the hip hop style of dance. Taught by teens, students will learn the fundamentals of hip hop and how to use them to create their own hip hop voice. Both boys and girls who like to jam to pop music are encouraged to try this class. No class on October 21.

Fridays 4:00- 5:00 pm

Sept. 16 - Oct. 28, 2016

Dance Studio Ages 7 to 9


Instructors: Grace & James Muth Grace and James are freshmen twins at Northfield High School. They have been dancing since they were young, including four years of Hip Hop. Their goal as teachers is to introduce their students to the art and culture of Hip Hop through dancing. They hope to allow their students to have fun while exploring Hip Hop and expressing themselves.

Dance Theater Company

In its 8th season, The Dance Theater Company includes technique classes and choreography. Dancers create pieces in ballet, jazz and modern to be performed during Winter Walk on Dec 8th at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m.. Dancers need at least 2 years of dance experience and instructor permission. Extended classes (4:30-7:30) on Nov. 17 and Dec. 1. No classes on Oct. 20 or Nov. 24. This class is offered through Community Education. Please visit their website: http:northfieldschools.org/communityservices/ to register for this class.

Thursdays 4:30-6:30 pm

Oct. 6 - Dec. 1, 2016 Ages 11+

Dance Studio


Instructors: Kathleen Pender & Shari Setchell

Kathleen grew up in Northfield, MN and received her B.A. in Dance from St. Olaf College. Kathleen assists classes with Young Dance in Minneapolis. She is also Company Manager with performance company Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater and performs for Minneapolis-based choreographer Taja Will. With deep passion for dance education and performance, Kathleen is grateful to be teaching for the Northfield Arts Guild's dance program, which served as her dance foundation and fostered her development as an artist.

Shari is both a registered yoga teacher and certified Global Somatics Practitioner; she applies somatic and yogic principles training in her ballet instruction. A seven-time choreographer for Northfield High School's Rock 'n' Roll Revival, she also choreographs the fall musicals. Furthermore, Shari teaches dance at Arcadia Charter School, and choreographs musicals with the Arts Guild and at the Paradise Center for the Arts. In all her work, Shari’s focus is on empowering her dancers by giving them tools to create their own style of performance. More than anything, she wants her students to know they are artists who can use dance and theater to express themselves in the world.



11 Classes For Youth & Adult- Dance

Folklorico Club: Intermediate (Ages 7 to 12)

Saturdays 10:30-11:30 am

Oct. 1-29, 2016 Nov. 5-19, 2016 Dec. 1-17, 2016

$25 per calendar month

Instructor: Folklorico Team

Folklorico Club: Advanced (Ages 12+)

Saturdays 9:30-10:30 am

Oct. 1-29, 2016 Nov. 5-19, 2016 Dec. 1-17, 2016



Folklorico Club: Introduction (Ages 3 to 4)

This introduction class will be held concurrently with Beginning Folklorico, but students will finish at 12:15 pm.

Saturdays 11:30 am-12:15 pm

Oct. 1-29, 2016 Nov. 5-19, 2016 Dec. 1-17, 2016



Exploring Folklorico (Ages 16+)

Exploring Folklorico is a new class offered by popular demand for adults and teens. Shoes for men and women, and practice skirts for women will be available on loan from the NAG.

Wednesdays

6:00-7:00 pm

Nov. 2-30, 2016 Dec. 7-Dec. 14, 2016

Instructor: Kate Stuart

Folklorico Club Come join the club—the Folklorico Club! In an effort to be as affordable as possible to all families in our community, this class has shifted to a monthly club fee. Regardless of the number of times you meet in a month—the rate remains the same easy to remember price: just $25! To continue classes beyond the first month, families will be asked to pay a $35 annual registration fee (waived for NAG members and for families who qualify for free and reduced lunch). All levels of Folklorico explore traditional dance from various Mexican States. The rhythms are strong and the music is energetic. Students should wear comfortable clothes that allow room for movement; shoes for boys and girls will be provided. No class on November 23 or 26. All classes are held in the Dance Studio.

September Free Folklorico Workshop

Give Folklorico a try! Note: The Introduction class will be held concurrently with Beginning Folklorico, but students will finish at 12:15 pm.

Saturday

Sept. 24, 2016

Advanced 9 :30-10:30 am Intermediate 10:30-11:30 am Beginning 11:30 am -12:30 pm Introduction 11:30 am -12:15 pm

Ages 12+ Ages 7 to 12 Ages 4 to 10 Ages 3 to 4


Folklorico Club: Beginning (Ages 4 to 10)

Saturdays 11:30 am-12:30 pm

Oct. 1-29, 2016 Nov. 5-19, 2016 Dec. 1-17, 2016



Youth Homeschool Classes Teen Homeschol Classes Wednesdays 9:30-11 am Wednesdays 11:30-1 pm Members: $31.50; Non-members: $35 Members: $63; Non-members: $70 50% sibling discount available 50% sibling discount available

Prehistoric Art: Youth Visual Arts Class: September 7 & 21, 2016 Youth Music and Dance Class: September 14 & 28, 2016 Teen Class: September 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2016

Primitive Cultures, Enduring Crafts: Visual Arts Class: October 5 & 19, 2016 Music and Dance Class: October 12 & 26, 2016 Teen Class: October 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2016

Clever Communication: Pictographs to Cuneiforms Visual Arts Class: November 2 & 16, 2016 Music and Dance Class: November 9 & 30, 2016 Teen Class: November 2, 9, 16 & 30, 2016

Egyptians and Cretans: Celebrating Life Visual Arts Class: December 7 & 21, 2016 Music and Dance Class: December 14 , 2016 Teen Class: December 7, 14, 21, 2016

Homeschool Classes Take a tour around the world through the arts! Northfield Arts Guild Home School classes inspire students to tie together various strands of their learning, from history to science, to literature and folklore, through experiential art, music, and dance-focused lessons. Classes are designed for youth ages 6-12, teens 13+. Fall 2016 classes focus on art topics spanning from cave paintings up to modern art. For more detailed class descriptions and frequently asked questions, please visit : http://northfieldartsguild.org/education/classes/homeschool/

12 Classes For Home Schoolers

Kelly Lynn Stanton-Nutt, is better known as “Ms. Kelly” by her students. She has been teaching

Art at St. Dominic School for the past five years. A love of travel provides a world of creative

inspiration in the art studio with her students. She was a graphic designer for several years before

getting her MS in Art & Design Education from Pratt Institute.

Kate Stuart began teaching music at the age of 17, dance a few years later, and hasn’t stopped

since. After earning a B.Mus. and M.A., she pursued further graduate studies in music and dance

while choreographing ten years of Madrigal Dinners at two universities, dancing at the Wisconsin

Shakespeare Festival, and teaching at St. Olaf College. Recently she has been teaching at the

Northfield Arts Guild and Northfield Senior Center, sharing folkdance at the annual SCSC Young

Artist Conference, and offering music and dance classes for fellow homeschool families.

13 Classes For Special Needs

A+ Art Club

Participants work with local professional artists and college mentors. Please contact program director Laura Goodwin at 507-301-2824 if you are interested in joining.


Sept. 13 - Nov. 15, 2016 Teens & Young Adults

Art Studio

NAG Member: $211.50; non-member: $235

Instructor: Laura Goodwin

Laura Goodwin grew up in Northfield and attended classes at the Arts Guild as youngster. She is a Rhode Island School of Design graduate, who taught in RISD’s children’s program. Laura’s journey into the field of autism began after a family member was diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Laura currently works as Educational Assistant at NHS in the autism program.

A+ Holiday Mart

An opportunity for A+ students to make holiday gifts for family and friends. Please contact program director Laura Goodwin at 507-301-2824 if you are interested in joining.


Dec. 6 & Dec 13, 2016 Teens & Young Adults

Art Studio

NAG Member: $50; non-member: $45

Instructor: Laura Goodwin

Autism and the Arts is an art program for teens and young adults on the autism

spectrum that began in 2010. The purpose of the program is to provide the opportunity

for participants to develop art and social skills in a well structured, safe, social environ-

ment. The A+ Art Club and A+ Holiday Mart meet at and are programs of the Northfield

Arts Guild. These programs are led by Laura Goodwin, with the help of peer mentors

from St. Olaf College and the Northfield community. An Autism Specialist consults with

teachers and volunteers to work with club members on the autism spectrum.

Classes For Adults - Ceramics 14

Get Ornamental!

Using underglazes we'll decorate a number of plain white bisque fired ornaments pre-made by the instructor. In these one-day workshops, add color, designs, or personalize with names and initials. Underglazes work a lot like paint so no clay experience necessary. Bring your creativity and sense of fun! Expect to decorate up to 8 ornaments during class. Children must be accompanied by parent, and both must register for class.

Tuesdays 6:00- 8:00 pm

Session 1: Nov. 3, 2016 Session 2: Nov. 11, 2016

Clay Studio Ages: 12+


Instructor: Emily Haskell

While earning her Bachelors degree in Studio Arts at Carleton College, Emily was introduced to ceramics, and she has worked with that medium ever since. She has lived in Northfield since graduating in 2002, and has been a Northfield Arts Guild employee, volunteer and Open Clay Studio Monitor.

Wheel Throwing for Adults

The focus of this class is to introduce and practice the basics of wheel-throwing including but not limited to throwing cylinders, bowls, plates, trimming, and adding handles. Plus, learn about glazes and glazing techniques to decorate your clay piece and have a spectacular finished piece of artwork. This class is offered through Community Education. Please visit their website: http://northfieldschools.org/communityservices/ to register for this class.

Saturdays 9 - 11 am

Session 1 Sept. 3-Oct. 1, 2016 Session 2 Oct. 8-Nov. 5, 2016 Session 3 Nov. 12-Dec. 17, 2016

Clay Studio Adults


Instructor: Rafa Estrella

Rafael is a graduate of Carleton College, a

certified art educator, and currently teaches for the Northfield School District. When he is not teaching art, he is drawing, creating ceramics, coaching, playing soccer, or reading.

Open Studio for Adults

For the experienced ceramic artist. No instructor present. Punch cards include one bisque and one glaze firing and use of glazes.

Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00-8:30 pm

ongoing

Clay Studio Adults

4-use punch card: NAG member: $63; non-member: $70 8-use punch card: NAG member: $108; non-member: $120 25# bag of clay is sold separately for $15/bag.



15 Classes For Adults - Visual Arts

Beginning Watercolor

Join in on the adventure of mastering watercolor- whether it's your first time or you've dabbled in watercolor before, this class will offer you more "tools" in your pocket to help you make great work. We will focus on elements of design as well as unique features of the watercolor medium.

Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 pm

Oct. 26 - Nov. 9, 2016



Instructor: Jennifer Sanders

Jennifer lives in Northfield with her husband, Noah, with whom she graduated from St. Olaf College in 2013 with degrees in English and Studio Art. Her artwork has been shown at the Hideaway Coffeehouse as well as at Life21 Church. Her favorite art mediums are watercolor, oil, and digital design. She enjoys writing poetry, interior design, and sewing adorable things for her coming first baby!

Create Public Art!

Channel your inner artist/architect! Installation art is an exciting artistic genre of 3-D works that are often site-specific and designed to transform perceptions of a space. Explore this art form and be part of creating an indoor art installation. The class will be divided into 3 parts: learn and talk about art installations; practice building temporary installations; and help construct/install a final piece that will be publicly displayed in Northfield for two-weeks. Throughout, the class will work together in a hands-on learning environment. The class will conclude with a party to unveil the art installation to the public.

Saturdays 1:00-4:00 pm

Session 1: Sept. 17 - Oct. 15, 2016 Session 2: Oct. 29 - Dec. 3, 2016

Dance Studio Adults


Instructor: Martin Thorsheim

Martin received his BA in studio art and cultural geography from St. Olaf College in 2000. As an artist, he’s worked primarily in sculpture and installation, including a residency and creating a work for Franconia Sculpture Park. He enjoys public art that brings people together and moves conversations in new and perhaps fun and adventurous directions. Originally from Northfield, Martin returned from points north and west in 2006, and has since worked at Laura Baker Services as founding director of LBSA’s artist-in-residence program and director of in-home supports. To see examples of Martin’s creative work, visit www.about.me/martin.thorsheim

Building Portraits

Learn how to draw a building with perspective first in pencil, finishing in ink. Mar will show you how to capture the personality of your favorite building-be it a house, commercial or public building. Build your observation and drawing skills, while learning how to edit and reflect the important lines that create the essence of the building. If the weather allows it we can even try drawing some buildings plein air. Bring photos of your building selection to class.

Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 pm

Oct. 5 - Nov. 2, 2016




Classes For Adults - Visual Arts

Painting at Parkview

Part open studio, part instruction, part experimentation, this class meets the needs of individual participants based on their creative goals. Riki Kölbl Nelson, an artist and arts educator, has taught students aged 9 to 90. She provides exercises designed to stretch the skills and creativity of the participants. She facilitates group feedback and gives encouragement to take your art making to the next level for both beginners and advanced students. Participants choose their preferred medium to work in - watercolors, acrylic, oils, pastels, or color pencils--and purchase their own materials for the class. This class can also be helpful for those who wish to add art work to their memoirs. Some material for the students is on hand at the first session.

Mondays 9:30-11:30 am

Session 1: Nov. 7 – 28, 2016 Session 2: Dec. 5 – 26, 2016 Ages 13+

Northfield Retirement Community

NAG member: $79.20 per calendar month; non-member: $88 per calendar month

Instructor: Riki Kölbl Nelson

Riki Kölbl Nelson holds a BA degree in art (St.Olaf College) and an MFA degree (UMN, Minneapolis). She has worked as an artist, giving private lessons, workshops and classes for decades. She has exhibited her art-work in personal and group shows, here and abroad. “Making art and teaching art are vitally important to me. I think of myself as facilitator, helping new and experienced students to achieve their creative goals.

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Acrylic Painting

Join us and discover your inner artist! Beginner and intermediate acrylic painters are welcome to hone color mixing and technical skills in this relaxed studio painting class. No prior experience required.

Wednesdays

7 - 8:30 pm

Session 1 Sept. 14 - Oct. 26, 2016 Session 2 Nov. 2 - Dec. 14, 2016

Art Studio

Adults


Instructor: Elaine Schaffner

Elaine is a professional oil and watercolor painter and a former state of Massachusetts K-8 visual art educator. She has completed the “Art is 4 Every1®” certification to teach acrylic painting classes. This specialized method of teaching allows students with no previous drawing or painting experience to complete a painting of a subject of their choice as they learn fundamental color mixing, composition and how to “see” as an artist.

Open Life Drawing

Hone your figure drawing skills by working with live models, costumed and nude, in this monthly workshop. Open to all skill levels, whether you are looking to develop your drawing skills or enhance your portfolio. Work with live models in the medium of your choice. *Please note: This is an uninstructed class, easels are available but no other materials are provided. Children under 18 years need parental consent and Arts Guild approval before attending.

Fridays 6:30-8:30 pm

Session 1 Oct. 7 & 28,2016 Session 2 Nov. 4 & 18,2016 Session 3 Dec. 2 & 16,2016

Art Studio Adults

NAG member: $43.20;

non-member: $48

Facilitator: Marie Fischer

Teen / Adult Ballet

Teen/Adult Ballet is an Advanced Beginning class that will help dancers further their understanding of ballet technique. Class will focus on strength, alignment and stamina while building kinesthetic awareness through embodiment work. Students will develop comfort with ballet vocabulary in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere that fosters a community dynamic and supports individuals to become their own very best dancer selves. Enroll for all 13 weeks or buy a 4 or 8-class punch card which allows you to choose your dates during the fall session. No class on November 21.

Mondays 5:00 - 6:15 pm

Sept. 12—Dec. 12, 2016 Ages 13+

Dance Studio

13 weeks: NAG member: $146.25; non-member: $162.50 8-class punch card: NAG member: $108; non-member: $120 4-class punch card: NAG member: $63; non-member: $70

Instructor: Shari Setchell

Adult Social Ballroom & Latin Dance

From the classics (Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers) to the modern day, (Dancing with the Stars) ballroom dancing fascinates all ages! Everyone would like to be a better dancer; this introduction to the popular social dances gives you the basics in Swing, Salsa, Waltz, Tango and more. Looking for a fun form of fitness? No rhythm? Two left feet? No partner? This class is for you! You’ll have a great time and learn to dance along the way! No classes on Oct 17 or Nov 28. This class is taking place at the Northfield Senior Center.

Saturdays 12:45 -1:30 pm Saturdays 1:30-2:15 pm

Beginner Level 1: Sept. 17- Nov. 19, 2016

Beginner Level 2: Sept. 17- Nov. 19, 2016

Northfield Senior Center 1651 Jefferson Parkway

NAG or NSC member: $108; non-member: $120

Instructor: Andrea Mirenda

Andrea Mirenda has spent more than 20 years as a ballroom dance educator. She is co-founder of the nonprofit Heart of Dance which provides social and emotional learning to all ages through the medium of partner dance. She is certified through the National Dance Council of America, and is an experienced dance instructor, choreographer, studio manager, multi-studio owner, regional director, and competition organizer. She currently coaches the competition and performance teams at Carleton College and St. Mary's

University and serves as a judge and emcee at ballroom dance competitions.

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Theater for the Heart & Mind: SPDT's Approach to Meaningful Movement

Join the artists of Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater (SPDT) for a movement/theater master class in the company's work, integrating emotional and physical movement vocabulary with vocal and theatrical expression. Wear comfortable clothing and come barefoot. This workshop is geared towards actors and dancers; all levels and abilities welcomed! Donations accepted.

Monday 5:30 - 7:00pm

Oct. 25, 2016


Instructors: Stuart Pimsler, Suzanne Costello, and SPDT Company Artists

Want to teach a class or a workshop? While class proposals are accepted year-round, deadlines for submitting a proposal for an upcoming term is approximately three months prior to the beginning of that term (for example, the deadline for fall classes would be June 1 for classes). Deadline dates will be posted on our website. Classes are generally held on a weekly basis for ten weeks and are 1 – 2 hours long. Workshops generally run one or two days and are 4 – 6 hours long. Stand-alone classes are taught as individual units with no direct relation to other classes, while sequential classes increase in complexity from one session to the next and may require a prerequisite or permission of the teacher. Email [email protected] with questions related to submitting a class proposal. Volunteers: Volunteers drive our programs. From our volunteer-led Gallery, Theater, and CVRO committees to one-time special events to helping to fix a broken faucet, we need people of all skill levels and interests here at the Guild! Please contact [email protected] if you are interested in helping! Visual and literary artists: Want to exhibit your work? We have opportunities for you in our gallery spaces, gift shop, or at the Riverfront Fine Arts Festival. For more information and for open call details, please visit http://northfieldartsguild.org/visual-arts/ or email [email protected].

Performing Artists: The Northfield Arts Guild Theater and the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra

invite performing artists of all levels and ages to participate! Auditions for Theater productions take

place around two months prior to the opening of each show. For more information, visit

http://northfieldartsguild.org/theater/ or email [email protected]. To audition for

CVRO, please contact the director, Paul Niemisto, at [email protected].

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Northfield Arts Guild

304 Division St. South

Northfield, MN 55057

507 645-8877

Northfield Arts Guild Theater

411 West 3rd St


507 645-8877

Parkview Center at the

Northfield Retirement Community

910 Cannon Valley Drive West


507 645-9090

Northfield Senior Center

1651 Jefferson Parkway


507 664-3700

Class Locations:

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The Northfield Arts Guild welcomes all of our community to participate in

our arts programming! If you need accommodations, the Guild will strive to

meet all reasonable requests. To request accommodations or if you have

questions about our access accommodations, please call 507-645-8877.

tel:507-645-8877

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