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WORCESTER ART MUSEUM

art classesSummer 2015

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MaterialsSpray paints, fixatives, and aerosols are prohibited in adult and youth classes. We recommend the use of non-toxic no odor solvents; ask your instructor for more information. The Worcester Art Museum is not responsible for materials left on the premises. Please bring any appropriate supplies you already have to the first class. Instructors will go over specific supply lists during the first class meeting.

Professional Development Partnerships/PointsPDPs are available for all Adult Classes. Request by email: [email protected]. Certificates are sent when the entire session has ended. For more information on how your school district can join the Professional Development Partnership Program, call the Registration Administrator at 508.793.4333 or email [email protected].

Confirmations/Schedule ChangesThe Worcester Art Museum reserves the right to cancel any under-enrolled course, to restrict the registration in a course, to change instructors when necessary, and to reschedule individual classes as needed and appropriate. If the Museum finds it necessary to cancel courses or make schedule changes, every effort will be made to notify registered students.

Schedule Changes & Inclement Weather ClosingsIn case of snow or inclement weather, please check worcesterart.org, facebook.com/worcesterart, www.whdh.com, or call 508.793.4333. Please note that Museum classes may still be held when local schools are closed. The Museum schedules make-up classes when possible.

Refund Policy - Important!Classes and adult workshops: a 90% refund is given upon withdrawal in writing 5 or more business days before first class meeting. Withdrawal must be in writing. Email withdrawal request to: [email protected]. No credits or refunds are given on withdrawals less than 5 business days before the first class meeting. When a class is canceled, students are issued a full refund. Vacation week programs: supervised lunch, extended day and workshop fees are non-refundable. Make-up classes are not offered if students are absent. Class tuition cannot be prorated due to student absences.

PhotosFrom time to time our in-house photographers and members of the news media take pictures of students participating in classes and programs, as well as their artwork, which may be reproduced for promotional purposes. If you prefer that you or your child not be photographed, please inform the photographer. If we have used a photo or video of you that you would prefer not be used, please contact us by email [email protected], request that we remove the image, and we will be happy to take the photo or video down from our website and not use the photo in future print publica-tions. Please be sure to fully describe the page and image, so we can identify it correctly.

OtherOut of consideration for other students, we ask that cell phones be turned off. If you must make a phone call during class, please use the Lancaster Lobby to avoid disturbing others. Students are not allowed to leave early from class without written parent release form filled with the Education desk. Parents and guests must wait in the Lancaster Lobby or the Museum galleries during their child’s class. Only registered students are allowed in the studios and galleries.

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Sword programs at WAM are now enrolling! If you are inspired by our Knights! and Samurai! exhibitions, you will love our new classes for kids, teens and adults. These classes are ideal for students who are inter-ested in history, geometry and physics, and strategies. Sign up for multiple workshops to learn about the use of various weaponry and defense methods from the Medieval periods to ancient Japan. This class is as much for your mind as for your body.

Look for the sword logo throughout our summer brochure new and exciting classes for kids, teens and adults.

Members FREE / Free with Museum Admission

Nude Drawings In The GalleriesThursdays from 2-5pm

The nude takes center stage among our old masters. Try your hand at drawing a live nude model with the guidance of our expert faculty among masterworks by Veronese, El Greco and Rembrandt.

Families @ WAM Tour And Make Art First Saturday Of The Month!Families @ WAM Tour : 10:30-11am Explore the museum galleries with your family on a docent-guided discovery tour. Hear fun facts, stories and enjoy sharing observations and time together. Tours last approximately 30 minutes.

Make Art: 11-11:30am Stay after your family tour for this fun intergenerational time in the galleries. Get inspired by our art and try making something uniquely yours. Materials will be provided. Come and recover your childlike sense of a free spirited day.Information effective through 8/30/15

Arms And Armor DemonstrationsSundays at 12:30 and 2:30pm

Join us for this fun interactive program and learn all about different kinds of arms and armor used by knights and soldiers, including Roman soldiers, Celtic warriors, Medieval knights and beyond!

Sunday TourSundays at 1-2pm

Join one of our talented Museum docents for an overview of the Museum collection.

Tours of the MonthOne Wednesday and Saturday of each month at 2pm

Each month, a Museum Docent picks a topic of special interest and creates a tour through the Museum based upon that subject matter. This is an opportunity for visitors to glean a more in depth knowledge about the collection. Don’t miss out!

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSESYouth class descriptions can be found online. All materials are supplied for our youth class program. If you need help finding the right class, the registration staff will be happy to assist you. The best way to reach us is by email at [email protected]; your question will be forwarded to the person or department most appropriate to answer your question.

Important DatesSummer Classes Begin — Monday, July 6, 2015 Youth Classes Week 1 — July 6-10 Youth Classes Week 2 — July 13-17 Youth Classes Week 3 — July 20-21 Youth Classes Week 4 — July 27-31 Youth Classes Week 5 — August 3-7 Youth Classes Week 6 — August 10-14 Summer Classes End — Saturday, August 15 Fall Classes Begin — Monday, September 14, 2015 Youth Classes Begin — Saturday, September 19 Columbus Day — Closed, Monday, October 12 Fall Classes End — Monday, November 23, 2015 December Workshops Begin — Tuesday, December 1

Class Key / Extended Day: Page 6 Youth Classes: Page 7-13 Teen Classes: Pages 14-15

Youth Classes Pages 7-13

$125 Member / $150 Nonmember unless otherwise notedAges 3-5 w/adult These classes introduce young children to art materials and new experiences through studio activities, games, and stories. Required parent/guardian participation reinforces communication skills and assists children in developing motor skills. Shared and individual activities help children gain self-confidence as adults model life-long learning habits. These classes require one adult (guardian) per child enrolled.Ages 5-7 Students are exposed to a broad range of ideas and art forms through medium-specific classes such as sculpture and painting, as well as through theme- based classes. Emphasis is on self-expression and experimentation.

Ages 8-10 & 11-13 Students strengthen creative confidence and technical abilities through medium-specific courses. Projects focus on developing observational and technical skills as well as furthering the student’s ability to think independently.

Teen Classes Pages 14-15

$250 Member / $300 Nonmember unless otherwise notedAges 14-17 Projects and critiques continue to help develop technical skills and support the student’s ability to make personal decisions about expression, style, and content.

In compliance with regulations, only certified and CORI-checked Museum personnel are allowed to accompany children ages 5-17 in any class program.

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Join us for Extended Day and LunchMorning 8:30 to 10am - $40 Member / $50 Nonmember Lunch 12-12:30pm - $10 Member / $15 Nonmember Afternoon 2:30 to 5pm - $70 Member / $80 Nonmember

YOUTH Week 1: July 6-10

10am to 12pm Art Together: Animal Art Adventure

3-5 Years w/Adult 151YMXD160Learn art through this animal-themed class! With inspiration from works of art featuring our feather, furred, and scaled friends. Together we will take a visual trip to the mountains, deserts, farms and forest to learn about animals then draw, paint and sculpt. No infants or siblings.$150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Wings, Tails, and Scales 5-7 Years 151YMXD336Discover creatures that creep, wiggle and fly as you explore the Museum and hear stories about animals from around the world. Create your own real or imaginary animals with clay, paint and more.

French Art, Culture, and Conversation 5-7 Years 151YMXD340Experience the art, music, culture and language of France. Explore the works of French artists in the Museum, listen to stories about these artists, sing French folk songs, and learn some French words in this fun-filled, hands-on class. Bienvenue!

Creative Cartooning 8-10 Years 151YDRW508Learn how to draw faces that express emotion, write text to make your readers laugh, and draw convincing outlandish situations in this fun class. Explore the basics of drawing, shading, writing and page layout.

Kids Sculpt 8-10 Years 151YSCL309In this class we will focus on advancing your studio skills by experimenting with a variety of materials to create fun and inspired sculptures. The end goal of this class is to have a class exhibition to showcase your hard work.

Mythology In Art 11-13 Years 151YMIX501Create art from the myths of many cultures and time periods while exploring the common themes that span the ages. In the studio, tell stories using a drawing, painting and sculpture materials.

Kids Build- New City Dreams 11-13 Years 151YSCL308Bring your 3D dreams to life! Learn how to use a variety of materials in making hand-built architecture. There is an emphasis on creativity and experimentation through projects and skill building.

12:30 to 2:30pmMeet the Artists 5-7 Years 151YMXD334Visit the galleries to see how artists like Monet and Magritte used materials in their art. Create your own art as you have fun learning the basics and expressing yourself in painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture.

Under Construction 5-7 Years 151YMXD318Explore the architecture of the Museum, and then have fun creating your own constructions with clay, wood, wire and recycled materials.

Family Fun: Family Portraits 5+ Years w/ Adult 151YMXD205Learn how to create portraits in a variety of media as you explore representations of people in the Museum. Learn basic drawing skills, experiment with tempera paint, and try your hand at sculpture, paper construction, and more.$170 Member / $190 Nonmember for 3 participants

Bonjour French Art 8-10 Years 151YMXD341Be inspired by French artists! Explore the works in the Museum then create your own master-pieces using a variety of materials throughout the week in this fun-filled, hands-on class.

Drawing and Painting Portraits 8-10 Years 151YDAP501Learn how to draw portraits that capture both likeness and emotional qualities through the use of light and color. Gain insights and inspiration from the portraits in the Museum, identifying emotions expressed and exploring ways that feeling is conveyed.

Pen and Ink Drawing 11-13 Years 151YDRW314Learn basic drawing skills focusing on texture, line width and shading. Then learn how to use wash to create work from still life, landscape, architecture, animals and people.

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The Art, Culture and Language of Japan 11-13 Years 151YMXD509Take a trip this summer - head to Japan at WAM! Study master Japanese artisans, view Japanese art, and pick up some Japanese vocabulary along the way. In the studio, explore art forms including origami and anime (cartooning).

Samurai 11-13 Years 151YSWD300This class with introduce young students to Japanese Samurai culture, history, and geogra-phy. There will be instructor led demonstrations and lessons in empty hand methods. Students will learn about the Samurai saying ‘Bu Bun Ichi’- the martial arts and the academic arts are one. Students / guardians must sign waiver.


10am to 12pm Art Together: Museum Explorers

3-5 Years 152YMXD102Build your art vocabulary as you and your child enjoy exploring the galleries and making your own art masterpieces. Together, search the Museum for elements of art -- color, shape, line, and texture. In the studio, boost your child’s confidence and model life-long learning skills while creating in paint, collage, clay, and more. No infants or siblings. $150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Drawing and Nature 5-7 Years 152YDRW304Experience art making from observing the natural world. Draw natural forms such as plants, animals and weather with a variety of drawing materials and techniques.

Journey of Your Imagination 5-7 Years 152YMXD317Learn to think like an artist and unleash your imagination with this fun, creative journey into art. Each day, you’ll explore a new art medium, including drawing, painting, printmaking, papier mâché, clay and more.

Discovering Samurai! Art 8-10 Years 152YMXD364Travel back in time and explore the days of me-dieval and early-modern Japan samurai through 2D and 3D mixed media creations. Visit the Museum to view works by contemporary artists inspired by samurai and their enduring myth.

Drawing Your World 8-10 Years 152YDRW409Explore landscapes, cityscapes and dream-scapes in the galleries. Then draw your own beautiful world using inks, watercolors, oil pastels and other drawing materials.

Claymation 11-13 Years 152YCMP501Claymation is the standard for model-based animation in the movies. Create and build char-acters and then photograph them frame-by-frame to create a modern masterpiece of 3D animation.

Art of Funny Illustration 11-13 Years 152YDRW414Create images that can be used in the following art forms: comic strips, greeting cards, children’s books, t-shirt design, advertisements, comic books, story-boarding and more!

12:30 to 2:30pmAnything Goes With Abstract Art 5-7 Years 152YMXD365Students will discuss how abstract art represents a shift from realism to personal expression. A number of art styles from the beginning of the 20th century will be introduced. Students will use paint, marker and colored pencils.

Family Fun: It’s All Greek to Me 5+ Years w/ Adult 152YMXD212Go back in time and learn about the culture, vessels, coins, stories, and paintings of ancient Greece, as you tour the galleries. In the studio, use paint, paper, clay, and more to create works of art inspired by what you learned. $170 Member / $190 Nonmember for 3 participants

Samurai 8-10 Years 152YSWD301This class with introduce young students to Japanese Samurai culture, history, and geogra-phy. There will be instructor led demonstrations and lessons in empty hand methods. Students will learn about the Samurai saying ‘Bu Bun Ichi’- the martial arts and the academic arts are one. Students / guardians must sign waiver.

Giant Animals 5-7 Years 153YMXD304Go for an adventure in our Pre-Columbian, Greek, Egyptian and Asian galleries and be on the lookout for animals. Back in the studio, create large animal sculptures out of paper, clay and natural materials.

SWORDS 8-10 Years 153YSWD302This class will explore the history of the long-sword, rapier, and dagger. This includes learning the parts, how to hold it, and exciting aspects like offensive and defensive cuts and guards. Explore several methods of defense and trickery with the aim to develop effective movement and creativity with a sword. No prior athletic experience required. Student/guardian must sign waiver.

Courtly Fashions - Capes Shields Crowns and More 8-10 Years 153YMXD388Print designs on cloth for a cape. Design and decorate a shield and a crown. Make some royal jewelry. Paint designs on fabric for a tunic.

Art In Architecture 11-13 Years 153YMXD356Introduce a young architect or engineer to the fundamentals of design through engaging studio projects. Utilize a variety of materials and sculpt-ural projects to explore shapes and forms and begin to understand how these forms, patterns and textures are expressed in architecture.

Fiber Arts 11-13 Years 153YMXD501Try your hand at fabric printing, weaving and needlework. Be inspired by colors and designs from works in the Museum galleries and design your own fiber art.

12:30 to 2:30pmDragons 101 5-7 Years 15AY1MXD374Inspired by dragons throughout various stories, cultures and mythology, learn to draw the ana-tomical form of these magical creatures, along with the unique details of wings, claws, scales and fire. Working from imagery in the museum and your own imagination, we will explore the skills needed to bring them to life in your artwork. Design a castle with towers, a drawbridge, moat, battlements and paint the magical skies and landscapes which surround them.

Sculpture Hunt 8-10 Years 152YSCL405Visit all the galleries in WAM hunting for sculp-ture. Inspired by a variety of artists, time periods and cultures in the Museum, create your own sculptures with clay, papier-mâché, cloth and more.

Painting with Color 8-10 Years 152YPNT510Learn fun painting techniques to express yourself and strengthen your observational skills while working directly from objects in the Museum.

Digital Comics: Animals and Creatures 11-13 Years 152YCMP513Comic illustration is the basis for designing characters for comic books, children’s books, toy design, animation and video games. Use the computer to develop non-human characters, and learn to use traditional comic drawing techniques to illustrate animals and create unique creatures.

Drawing and Painting the City 11-13 Years 152YDAP346After viewing images in the galleries the class will sketch on location in parks, neighborhoods and at Worcester landmarks. We will then return to the studio to develop our sketches by using paints, pastels and watercolors to create a finished work.


10am to 12pm Art Together: Out to Sea

3-5 Years w/Adult 153YMXD125Develop your preschooler’s skills and confidence working in several materials, all inspired by art and stories about the ocean and its creatures. Draw, paint and sculpt treasure boxes, boats, fish and much more. No infants or siblings.$150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Heroes, Villains, and Creatures 5-7 Years 153YMXD300Learn basic drawing skills and create your own original superheroes, villains and creatures. Then, lead your characters into action by drawing comic strip adventures!

8 9Register online worcesterart.org/classesYouth Classes - $125 Member / $150 Nonmember unless otherwise noted

Express Yourself! 5-7 Years 153YMXD450Get inspired in the Museum and let your creativ-ity loose. Experiment in sculpture, printmaking, paint and other materials to develop fun, colorful and experimental projects.

Create Your Own Super Hero 8-10 Years 153YDRW405Learn basic illustration techniques to help you draw your own original superheroes. Create characters and put them into action by developing and drawing short comics.

Drawing From Life 8-10 Years 153YDRW503Learn the fundamentals of drawing from direct observation of still life arrangements, landscapes, and portraits. Visit the Museum’s galleries each day for inspiration.

Knights of the Round Table 11-13 Years 153YSWD303Have the tales of King Arthur and his knights stirred the warrior inside you? Come learn how to use the weapons of the Medieval era! Student knights will be instructed in how to use the sword, dagger, and polearm. Any young squire who enjoys fantasy books, shows, or video games involving this art would highly enjoy this venture. Students / guardians must sign waiver.

Fashion Design 11-13 Years 153YMXD308Designed for students interested in fashion de-sign or fabric arts. Get inspired by fashions in the European and American galleries. Learn about figure rendering, draw textures, patterns and designs in 2D and 3D with pencil, watercolor, fabric and more.

YOUTH Week 4: July 27 – 31

10am to 12pm Art Together: Line, Color and

Shape 3-5 w/Adult 154YMXD119Introduce your preschooler to the basics of creative expression. Look at art in the galleries and experiment with a variety of materials in the studio. Together, have fun exploring ways to draw, paint, print, and sculpt. No infants or siblings. $150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Come on an Art Safari 5-7 Years 154YMXD332Come on an art safari and search the Museum for animals from around the world. In the studio, use watercolors, pastels, clay and more to create real and imaginary animals and habitats.

Drawing Your World 5-7 Years 154YMXD310Explore landscapes, cityscapes and dream-scapes in the galleries. Then draw your own beautiful world using inks, watercolors, oil pastels and other drawing materials.

Drawing, Painting and Sculpture 8-10 Years 154YMXD415Visits to the galleries will inspire you to create 2D and 3D masterpieces with tempera paints, watercolors, charcoal, pastels, clay and more.

The Art of Cartoon 8-10 Years 154YDRW404Encouraing a love of drawing, storytelling, and sense of humor with this great class! Get inspired by your favorite comics and design your own character in a storyline.

SWORDS 11-13 Years 154YSWD304This class will explore the history of the long-sword, rapier, and dagger. This includes learning the parts, how to hold it, and exciting aspects like offensive and defensive cuts and guards. Explore several methods of defense and trickery with the aim to develop effective movement and creativity with a sword. No prior athletic experience required. Student/guardian must sign waiver.

Kids Sculpt- An Exploration of Form and Color 11-13 Years 154YSCL309In this class we will focus on advancing your studio skills by experimenting with a variety of materials to create fun and inspired sculptures. The end goal of this class is to have a class exhibition to showcase your hard work.

12:30 to 2:30pmArtful Doodles 5-7 Years 154YMXD303Explore artwork in the galleries and learn to sketch what you see. Learn how to use lines, shading, how to create unique doodles, how to use and apply inspiration, play with scale and more!

Fairy Tales and Myths in Art 5-7 Years 154YMXD376Once upon a time, in a day long ago, there lived incredibly talented artists. Create your own 2D/3D fairy tale or myth with paints, found objects, clay and more inspired from objects in the European, Asian and Knights art galleries.

Peter Pan Pirates 8-10 Years 154YSWD305Ahoy, there swabbie! Join us for a swashbuckling adventure of the high seas! Dancing with a dagger, sailing with a sabre, and fancy footwork all to be taught to the new recruits. Your inventory of weaponry will include cutlass, single handed sword, dagger and basic grappling. Students / guardians must sign waiver

Faces, Forms, and Feelings 8-10 Years 154YMXD446Experiment with a variety of materials to create portraits, landscape paintings and sculptures about your favorite people, objects and feelings. Visit the galleries to see how artists throughout history have been inspired by similar themes.

Claymation 11-13 Years 154YCMP501Build clay characters and then photograph them frame-by-frame to create a modern masterpiece of 3D animation.

Drawing Techniques 11-13 Years 154YDRW386Love to draw? Improve your drawing skills, learn new techniques and practice in the galleries, studio and outside.

YOUTH Week 5: August 3-7

10am to 12pm Art Together:

Summer FUNdamentals 3 - 5 Years 15AY1MXD100Build your art vocabulary as you and your child explore the Museum and make art. Together, search the galleries for elements of art: color, shape, line and texture. In the studio, develop these skills while working in paint, collage and clay. No infants or siblings.$150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Meet Me at the Museum 5-7 Years 15AY1MXD331Have fun discovering what’s inside the Worcester Art Museum galleries. Learn about many different artists and then create your own objects with clay, paint and more to hang in your own “Museum” at home!

Drawing What You See 5-7 Years 15AY1DRW309Visit the galleries to see how artists draw their world. Then, use a variety of materials to draw the world around you. Try your hand at drawing a toy, a bowl of fruit, your own hand, or a fellow student. Add a splash of color with markers or colored pencils.

Art In Space 8-10 Years 15AY1MXD376Explore the cosmos in creative ways as we paint night skies with constellations, use pastels to evoke nebulae and create a collection of Zodiac prints. Let the universe inspire you to make art that is out of this world!

Painting in Black and White 8-10 Years 15AY1PNT407Explore how the process of painting in grayscale (black, white or gray) is used in art noir, graphic novels and pop art. Learn about painting techniques in the Museum. Use watercolors, tempera paints, and drawing materials to build painting skills.

SWORDS 11-13 Years 15AY1SWD306This class will explore the history of the longsword, rapier, and dagger. This includes learning the parts, how to hold it, and exciting aspects like offensive and defensive cuts and guards. Explore several methods of defense and trickery with the aim to develop effective movement and creativity with a sword. No prior athletic experience required. Student/guardian must sign waiver.

Computer Animation 11-13 Years 15AY1CMP502In our state of the art computer lab, learn the tricks of the trade to create full storyboards and animated sequences on the computer.

Register online worcesterart.org/classes10 11Youth Classes - $125 Member / $150 Nonmember unless otherwise noted

12:30 to 2:30pmDraw Paint and Create! 5-7 Years 15AY1MXD307Tour the Museum and get inspired! View the architecture of the Chapter House, learn about colors in Impressionist paintings, and discover how water helps create beautiful colors in Asian paintings. In the studio, experiment with paint, collage, clay, and much more.

Family Fun: Making Faces Ages 5+ w/Adult 15AY1MXD395Designed for children 5-13 and parents or grandparents of all ages, this gallery-studio class focuses on the art of portraiture. Learn how to create portraits in a variety of media as you ex-plore representations of people in the Museum. Learn basic drawing skills, experiment with tempera paint and try your hand at sculpture, paper construction, and more.$170 Member / $190 Nonmember

Defending Sherwood Forest 8-10 Years 15AY1SWD307Join Robin Hood’s band of merry people! Learn to fight the best of them: none shall pass your bridge, steal your gold, or defeat you with a sword! For the defense and protection of the small, learn the quarterstaff, sword, dagger, and basic grappling. As Robin always brought his trusted friend, Little Jon, bring your favorite comrade! Students / guardians must sign waiver.

The Art of Play 8-10 Years 15AY1MXD322Visit WAM’s Pre-Columbian, Asian and European art galleries to learn how children and adults of the past played. Then design, draw, paint and assemble your own board games. Once the games are completed we’ll challenge each other in games of chance and skill.

Painting Experimental 11-13 Years 15AY1PNT505Explore the process of painting, inspire creativity, strengthen your ability to capture color, light and composition in your work. Study paintings in the galleries and then experiment with paints and non-traditional materials to build skills.

Manga 11-13 Years 15AY1DRW504Comic book art was created in America, but the Japanese turned comics into a phenomenon. Learn the tricks and tips Manga cartoonists use and create your own Manga-style comic strip.

YOUTH Week 6: August 10-14

10am to 12pm Art Together: Movin’ in the Museum

3-5 Years w/Adult 15AY2MXD105Let’s have some hands-on fun! Encourage your preschooler’s self-expression and motor skills in this art, movement and music workshop. Get in the mood to be creative as we stretch, wiggle, create and smile our way through gallery activities and creative studio projects. $150 Member / $175 Nonmember

Drawing and Painting 5-7 Years 15AY2DAP301Have fun learning about color, texture and line while you create your own drawings and paint-ings with tempera paints, oil pastels, watercolors and much more!

Sculpture FUNdamentals 5-7 Years 15AY2SCL301Get inspired in the Museum by touring the galleries to sketch 3D works. Then, explore hand-building with clay as well as creating 3D works with paper, wire and found objects.

Mixed Media- People and Places 8-10 Years 15AY2MXD402Work with a variety of media to create landscape paintings, life-size portraits and sculptures about the people, places and things in our lives. Visit the galleries to see how artists all over the world are inspired by similar themes.

Their Favorite Color Was Chrome 8-10 Years 15AY2MXD379Discover the many different ways metal appears in a variety of art. From gold leaf frames to dazzling armor, visit the Museum galleries and see many examples of beautiful metal artwork. Be inspired and create your own pieces using mixed media and recycled materials.

Inspired Sculpture 11-13 Years 15AY2SCL306Learn about the Middle Ages by exploring the Museum’s KNIGHTS! exhibition. Students will be inspired to create their own style of 3D art.

Pop Art Painting 11-13 Years 15AY2PNT504Sketch in the 20th Century gallery, study the Warhol silkscreen as well as other ground breaking artists of the time, and then paint large scale artworks.

12:30 to 2:30pmFish Tales and Other Ocean Creatures 5-7 Years 15AY2MXD332Dive down into a sea of art in the galleries. Back in the studio draw, paint and sculpture an ocean of creatures both real and imaginary.

Family Fun: The Art of Everyday Things 5+ Years w/ Adult 15AY2MXD022Gather together and gather stuff for art making! In the studios child and adult will create constructions, using everyday not so special items like buttons and bows into objects that are oh so special. $170 Member / $190 Nonmember

Exploring Modern Art 8-10 Years 15AY2MXD380Explore work from the museum’s 20th century collection and use it as inspiration for your own 21st century masterpieces. Have fun as you draw, paint, collage and more.

Medieval Arts 8-10 Years 15AY2MXD375Explore the galleries for clues of how people lived in Medieval times. Then in the studio, use a variety of materials to create paintings, books and sculptures

Origami! 11-13 Years 15AY2SCL234Explore our Samurai exhibition and get inspired! Back in the studio learn the Japanese art of paper folding. Where the goal of is to transform a flat sheet of paper into a finished piece of artwork through folding and sculpting techniques.

Printmaking 101 11-13 Years 15AY2PRT301Make your mark in this beginning printmaking class. Through the week, explore printmaking in the galleries and experience a variety of different printing techniques, bringing home your own series of prints.

Register online worcesterart.org/classes12 13Youth Classes - $125 Member / $150 Nonmember unless otherwise noted

TEEN Week 3: July 20-24

10am to 2:30pmCartooning Intensive 14-17 Years 153YDRW139Brush up on some skills, learn new ones, or discover the world of cartooning for the first time ever. Work with an award winning illustrator, cartoonist and author. Learn methods for developing characters and environments, strengthening your writing, and a variety of inking techniques.

Drawing and Painting Portfolio Builder 14-17 Years 153YDAP408Whether you are getting ready for art school admissions or simply looking for an intensive workshop, discuss ways to improve your work that are specific to the student. The class will have an in-depth look at what it means to go to art school, different programs and requirements, and ways to reduce college costs.


10am to 2:30pmDrawing and Painting Anatomy for Your Portfolio 14-17 Years 154YDAP340Working from model and artwork in the Museum, learn how to make quick sketches to detailed compositions. Expand your knowledge of draw-ing and painting with an emphasis on lighting, features, color, values, composition, background, drapery, color mixing, and anatomy.

Introduction to Contemporary Sculpture 14-17 Years 154YSCL607Use artwork in the collection as inspiration, and study line, perspective, and dimension to transform a 2D image into a 3D sculpture. This foundational class in sculpting is a good entry into drawing and sculpting and an opportunity for those with experience to further their skills and work on a piece for a portfolio.

TEEN Week 5: August 3-7

10am to 2:30pmDrawing With Charcoal 14-17 Years 15AY1DRW396Learn to draw with charcoal while developing your portfolio. Visit the museum’s galleries to gain insight into the history of art. In the studio classroom we will construct drawings from direct observation, learning about proportion, perspective and the nature of light and shadow.

Painting Intensive 14-17 Years 15AY1PNT401Study Dutch, French, British and American paintings in the galleries and develop painting skills while you create an advanced painting or a series of paintings.

TEEN Week 6: August 10-14

10am to 2:30pmCut Out Animation 14-17 Years 15AY2CMP617Learn how to create a traditional cut-out anima-tion, like in Monty Python or South Park using a mix of drawn characters and photographic references in magazines. Bring them to life using computer animation.

Artful Mischief- Illustrating Mystery and Suspense 14-17 Years 15AY2DRW606Learn fundamental drawing skills while investigat-ing the world of mystery and suspense. Discover how to create dark and ominous illustrations, while learning or improving pen and ink technique.

12:30 to 2:30pm Samurai 14-17 Years 15AY2SWD308

This class with introduce teens to Japanese Samurai culture, history, and geography. There will be instructor led demonstrations, lessons in empty hand methods, and an introduction to swordsman-ship. Students will learn about the Samurai saying ‘Bu Bun Ichi’- the martial arts and the academic arts are one. Students / guardians must sign waiver. $125 Member / $150 Nonmember


10am to 2:30pmPainting from the Museum Collection 14-17 Years 151YPNT512Create a composite painting by appropriating various imagery found in the museum collection. Through this re-contextualization you will create paintings with new meaning, learning about various approaches to the medium throughout art history.

Digital Arts 14-17 Years 151YCMP606This class focuses on designing digital games. Gain an understanding as to how to create inter-esting and unique backgrounds and characters. Students will see examples from Gamemaker, Zbrush and Maya 3D. No previous programming knowledge is required.


10am to 2:30pmDrawing for Teens 14-17 Years 152YDRW613Learn drawing techniques and work from still-life arrangements, landscapes and clothed figures. The focus is both on the exploration of creative processes and on developing strong foundational skills.

Teen Photography 14-17 Years 152YPHT600Explore adventurous and subtle ways to capture the unique environments, patterns, people and relationships that define your world while developing your photographic skills in composition, light, color and meaning. Students must provide their own digital camera.

TEEN CLASSES$250 Member / $300 Nonmember unless otherwise noted

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Important DatesSummer Classes Begin — Monday, July 6, 2015 Youth Classes Week 1 — July 6-10 Youth Classes Week 2 — July 13-17 Youth Classes Week 3 — July 20-21 Youth Classes Week 4 — July 27-31 Youth Classes Week 5 — August 3-7 Youth Classes Week 6 — August 10-14 Summer Classes End — Saturday, August 15 Fall Classes Begin — Monday, September 14, 2015 Youth Classes Begin — Saturday, September 19 Columbus Day — Closed, Monday, October 12 Fall Classes End — Monday, November 23, 2015 December Workshops Begin — Tuesday, December 1

ADULT starting July 610am to 3pm

Expressive Drawing and Painting 15IADAP323Patti Kelly - Put more expression into your artwork and gain confidence in your expressive power. Join this class to help free your creativity while making art and exploring new dimensions in your work. Open to all levels.M-F 5 classes: July 6-10 Member $215 Nonmember $240

3 to 6pm

Exploring Watercolor/ 15SAWAT204William Griffiths - Explore basic watercolor techniques and experience this unique medium in a supportive environment.M 6 weekly classes: July 6-August 10 Member $150 Nonmember $175

6 to 9pm

Open Studio- Painting Workshop/ 15SAPNT507Elaine Smollin - In this workshop individual students will explore their own painting style. Enjoy painting this summer with weekly critiques and learn to create your own solo art exhibition and invite a few friends.M 6 weekly classes: July 6-August 10Member $150 Nonmember $175

Beginning Drawing/ 15SADRW101Ella Delyanis - This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of drawing, concentrating on the use of line, value, proportion, spatial relation-ships, compositional planning and the use of drawing tools. Model fee is included.M 6 weekly classes: July 6-August 10Member $160 Nonmember $185

Chinese Landscape Shan-Shui (Mountain-Water)/ 15SAORT416Bayda Asbridge - This class will tackle painting the basic elements of landscape such as mountains, valleys, trees, rivers, waterfalls & forests. Students will also explore the style of a number of remarkable Asian artists while traveling in time for traditional to more modern and abstract styles. M 6 weekly classes: July 6-August 10Member $150 Nonmember $175

ADULT starting July 73 to 6pm

Color and Light/ 15SADAP402William Griffiths - Work in any color medium including oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics or colored pencils to create rich color and the luminous feeling of light. Tu 6 weekly classes: July 7-August 11Member $150 Nonmember $175

6 to 8pm

Rapier and Dagger/ 15SASWD102Krista Baker - Come learn the basics of a rapier and dagger. Explore various meothds of attack, defense and trickery with the aim to develop effective movement and creativitiy with the sword. No prior athletic experience required (doctor has cleared you for exercise).Tu 6 weekly classes: July 7-August 11Member $150 Nonmember $175

6 to 9pm

Memoirs in Watercolor/ 15SAWAT578Elaine Smollin - Memoir is all the rage these days. Create watercolors from family photos and even create a thematic exhibition. Instructor will provide examples, demonstrations and individual/class guidance. Tu 6 weekly classes: July 7-August 11Member $150 Nonmember $175

Art of Stress Relief/ 15SAINT100CJ Kennedy - Combine art with Reiki Principles and Chi Gong exercises to relieve stress. Both are mind, body, and spirit healing modalities. With gentle movement and breathing (doctor has cleared you for exercise), you’ll melt stress away, and increase your energy. Channel your energy to create small works of art in a fun, non-judgmental atmosphere. No art experience required. Wear comfortable clothing.Tu 6 weekly classes: July 7-August 11Member $150 Nonmember $175


Acrylic and Oil Painting/ 15SAPNT401William Griffiths - Work on paper or canvas and explore acrylic or waterbased oil painting media. Color and design will be stressed through traditional and experimental approaches. Bring your acrylics or waterbased oil paints and paper or canvas grounds.W 6 weekly classes: July 8-August 12Member $150 Nonmember $175

6 to 9pm

Figure and Watercolor/ 15SAWAT331Elaine Smollin - Review basic watercolor meth-ods and explore new ways to paint. Take your skills up a level or two as you explore the figure in the studio with lessons in color and brushwork. Model fee is included. Open to all levels. W 6 weekly classes: July 8-August 12Member $160 Nonmember $185

Asian Brush Painting/ 15SAORT303Sharon Smith Viles - In this is a series of short workshops students will learn about traditional Chinese subjects including creative poetry in the Chinese style and the exploration of papers and ink. W 6 weekly classes: July 8-August 12Member $150 Nonmember $175

Paper Bits, Pots and Pieces/ 15SAMXD312Bayda Asbridge - This course is all about paper! Learn the origins of paper making, make your own paper and use it in many projects - bind your own art journal, make a unique vessel, fold origami, create paper sculpture and collage for a unique art of piece that’s all yours.W 6 weekly classes: July 8-August 12Member $150 Nonmember $175

Acrylic Painting Techniques/ 15SAPNT462Patti Kelly - This class will offer all the techniques used in acrylic paint including grounds, mediums and surfaces. This is a great class to learn these techniques and incorporate them into your works of art. W 4 weekly classes: July 8-29Member $95 Nonmember $120

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ADULT starting July 189:30am to 4pm

Fix Your Photos/ 15SACMP300Kathy Murray - This 1-day workshop will cover some of the retouching techniques used to enhance photographic images, including restoration and coloration. We will cover such topics as tone, contrast, color, dust removal, repair, rebuilding, and refining. Bring your own images or use those provided. Includes lab fee.Sa 1 class: July 18Member $55 Nonmember $80


Folk Art As Everyday Life/ 15IATCH301Jane Lattimore - Learn about the vibrant collection in WAM’s special exhibition American Folk Art, Lovingly Collected. Create 2D and 3D works of art based on American Folk Art. Spend several days making art in the studios at the Worcester Center for Crafts learning about some shared traditions between folk and contemporary craft. Projects include clay, weaving, metal forging, and enameling. Watch a demonstration exploring glass at the WCC New Street Glass Studio. Build connections across curricula using studio art methods and materials. Develop curriculum to use in your classroom. All educators are welcome. Students taking the course for college credit are required to complete a curriculum assignment after the week in class (contact WAM to confirm availability). Includes material fee for WCC programs.M-F 5 classes: July 20-24Member $360 Nonmember $385


Figure Painting Workshop/ 15SAPNT319Elaine Smollin - Work in waterbased oil, acrylic and/or gouache from life models for short and long poses. Learn basic anatomical structures, the expressive power of a human body, and composition strategies. Model fee is included. Open to all levels. Th 6 weekly classes: July 9-August 13Member $160 Nonmember $185

6 to 8pm

The Longsword/ 15PASWD110Krista Baker - Students will explore the technol-ogy and physicality of the longsword. How this weapon works is rooted in the development and interrelatedness of armor, engineering and fight-ing goals. The class will be centered on some discussion of these points, but more importantly exploring how to use a sword. This includes learning the parts of a sword, how to hold a sword and defensive cuts and guards.Th 6 weekly classes: July 9-August 13Member $150 Nonmember $175

6 to 9pm

Create Your “Own Place”/ 15SAWRT267Randy LeSage - Use images, ideas (snapshots, old photos, sketches, documents, etc.) from your own neighborhood(s)/locations to develop in drawing, painting, collage or mixed media. Instructor will provide examples and approaches to this meaningful, personal artmaking experience.Th 5 weekly classes: July 9-August 6Member $125 Nonmember $150

Sketching In The Galleries/ 15SADRW562Ella Delyanis - Do not miss this opportunity to draw in a truly inspired atmosphere. Develop skills, gain new insights, and learn from fellow artists while sketching in front of orginial works of art. Students will be provided with a stool and drawing board. Pencils only please.Th 6 weekly classes: July 9-August 13Member $150 Nonmember $175

The Clay Pot/ 15SASCL322Elaine Smollin - Using slab and plank construc-tion techniques students will explore how the humble clay pot took form in world cultures. Learn to create your own hand made collection of the most basic cups and pots. Includes clay fee.Th 6 weekly classes: July 9-August 13Member $160 Nonmember $185

ADULT starting July 119:30am to 12:30pm

Working Towards A Solo Exhibition/ 15SADAP501Elaine Smollin - This class will focus on each student individually as they work to develop a cohesive style while exploring a subject matter of their choosing. Through instruction, gallery visits and critiques this class will cover the requirements for artists who plan on exhibit-ing their artwork. Sa 6 weekly classes: July 11-August 15Member $150 Nonmember $175

10am to 2pm

Intro To Silk-screening Basics/ 15SAPRT329Sarah Williams - Explore the basics of silk-screening to create multiple prints on paper and fabric. This class will discuss making multiples, color blocking and how to register your prints. This course is open to beginning and inter-mediate level students. Includes materials fee.Sa 2 classes: July 11, 18Member $65 Nonmember $90


All Media Figure Workshop/ 15SAMXD390Elaine Smollin - Through demonstrations and one-on-one instruction, learn techniques that will inspire your creativity. In this class students will explore the figure through lessons delving into composition, light, color and new media. Includes model fee.Su 2 classes: July 12, 19Member $45 Nonmember $70

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Using your Digital SLR/ 15IAPHT358Richard Hoyer - Bring your digital SLR and learn about settings, aperture and shutter speeds, ISO sensitivity, histograms, focus settings, image quality and size settings. Test out your new skills through in call photo shoots and critiques. Includes lab fee.M-F 5 classes: July 13-17Member $135 Nonmember $160

1 to 4pm

Photoshop for Digital Photographers/ 15IAPHT398Richard Hoyer - Learn how to use the basic functions in Photoshop to enhance, fix and manipulate your digital photographs. Includes lab fee.M-F 5 classes: July 13-17Member $135 Nonmember $160


Outdoor Watercolor Workshop/ 15SAWAT414Randy LeSage - Enjoy the ‘prime time’ of the summer day to go outside and paint watercolors from park and city settings. The instructor will provide examples and ways to create simply and effectively in watercolors on site. Some drawing experience is helpful. T 3 classes: July 14, 21, 28Member $155 Nonmember $180


Etching For A Day/ 15SAPRT301Randy LeSage - Learn the fine traditional art of etching to create a small edition of prints. The instructor will guide students through the basic process of creating an etching on a metal plate. In the morning you’ll create your images, then ink and print your plates in the afternoon. Includes materials fee.F 1 class: July 17Member $45 Nonmember $70

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Monotype- Historical Survey Overview/ 15SAPRT303Paula DeSimone - Create unique one-of-a-kind prints on paper. Students will explore creative printmaking techniques working in non-toxic water-based media on plexiglass plates while learning how to use the etching press to create monotypes. Special demo on colorful transparent layering using Akua Inks. Includes materials fee.W 3 classes: July 22, 29, August 5Member $70 Nonmember $95


The Brush Dances and the Ink Sings/ 15SAORT307Sharon Smith Viles - Come learn the essence of Asian brush painting. This one day class will cover brush painting using ink and its long and unique history. Originating with a poet-calligrapher who used the brush and ink to express the emotion of the poetry.Sa 1 class: July 25Member $35 Nonmember $60


Color Pencil Workshop/ 15SADRW311Jill Pottle - Create beautiful color drawings in a variety of materials exploring texture effects, glazing, value, and color theory in each unique medium. Specific exercises will provide you with the background to develop projects on your own and enhance your mastery of drawing with color. Su 1 class: July 26Member $35 Nonmember $60


Folk Art As Everyday Life/ 15IATCH302Jane Lattimore - Learn about the vibrant collection in WAM’s special exhibition American Folk Art, Lovingly Collected. Create 2D and 3D works of art based on American Folk Art. Spend several days making art in the studios at the Worcester Center for Crafts learning about some shared traditions between folk and contemporary craft. Projects include clay, weaving, metal forging, and enameling. Watch a demonstration exploring glass at the WCC New Street Glass Studio. Build connect-ions across curricula using studio art methods and materials. Develop curriculum to use in your classroom. All educators are welcome. Students taking the course for college credit are required to complete a curriculum assignment after the week in class (contact WAM to confirm availability). Includes material fee for WCC programs.M-F 5 classes: July 27-July 31Member $360 Nonmember $385

9:30am to 12:30pm

Paint The Landscape/ 15IAPNT329Ella Delyanis - Explore the art of landscapes through gallery visits, studio time and working outdoors. Work from photographs, sketches and the physical landscape to capture this popular subject. Learn about the role of perspective, color, light and composition in your landscapes. M-F 5 classes: July 27-31Member $125 Nonmember $150

ADULT starting August 19:30am to 12:30pm

Street Photography/ 15AAPHT333Richard Hoyer - Explore the wonders of street photography during this creative, hands-on photography workshop. This workshop will intro-duce you to snapping people, traffic and build-ings under streetlights and in low-light conditions. Sa 1 class: August 1Member $25 Nonmember $40


Figure Drawing/ 15AADRW301Ella Delyanis - Learn the essentials of drawing while working from a live model in a variety of poses. Drawing exercises will focus on proportion, anatomy and creative expression. Model fee included. M-F 5 classes: August 3-7Member $135 Nonmember $160


iPhone & iPad Photography/ 15AAPNTRichard Hoyer - Learn how to get the most out of your iPhone & iPad to shoot and edit photographs. In this workshop you will learn how to shoot, edit and share photographs using only your iPhone, iPad or iPad Mini. You will learn simple tips and tricks that will take your photography to the next level. Adjust and Edit photos. Photo apps and how to use them. Import, save and share photos.Sa 1 class: August 8Member $25 Nonmember $40


Speed Painting On Location/ 15AAPNT406Jill Pottle - Paint at a new location each day, and learn how to simplify forms, develop overlap-ping areas for depth, and create relationships between sky and land. Work on two landscapes each day--in the morning and afternoon--and learn how to set up paint quickly and capture the scenery with big shapes and ideas.M-F 5 classes: August 10-14Member $125 Nonmember $150


Composition Techniques/ 15AAPHT315Richard Hoyer - The class is designed to help you refine your vision and improve your composition. We will look at framing, patterns, movement, focal point and creating depth. We will also look at examples of photographs that highlight compositional rules and techniques that will make a difference in your photos. Sa 1 class: August 15Member $25 Nonmember $40

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