During the summer Rockport Art Association presents a wide range of exciting educational programs for children in the RAA’s studio. Programs include painting, clay modeling, paper making, crafts and more!
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The 2010 Summer Schedule includes:
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Painted Furniture - Pam Jones
- July 5 - 9 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Learn the brush strokes, color wheel & decorative techniques of folk art. Students should bring in one (or two small) pieces of furniture such as chairs, stools, tables, etc. that they wish to paint. Let your imagination go wild in making your selection . . . Yard Sales are a great source!
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Aboriginal Art - Pam Jones
- July 12 - 16 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Walk on the wild side as we discover Australia's Aboriginal Culture. This workshop will explore a wide range of art materials used to create Aboriginal dot paintings and rain sticks. Dreamtime storytelling will serve as inspiration for the art.
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Fiber Arts: The Art & Craft of Felting - Kathy Hilliard
- July19 - 23 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Wool never felt better! Using these simple materials: wool, soap & water, students will create bright and beautiful felt projects . . . balls that bounce, beads, finger puppets and much, much more. This is an eco-friendly class. Warning: participants will get clean hands! Fun for all ages!
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Garden Sculpture - Kathy Hilliard
- July 26 - 30 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Design your own sundial, birdbath, garden stepping stones and more! Use concrete, beach glass, pottery shards and personal collectibles. Learn a variety of sculpting and decorating techniques - from casting to mosaics. Dress for a mess!
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Sculpture - Erin O'Sullivan
- August 2 - 6 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Assume the role of artist as dreamer, observer & storyteller . . . and have fun while creating 3-D sculpture. Young artists learn how to work with plaster, armatures, wire & found objects while working on diverse projects such as animal masks, figurative sculpture, mobiles, casting & abstracts constructions. Discover the thrill of creation while building self-confidence as an artist.
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Drawing & Painting Session I - Becky Merry
- August 9 - 13 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Have fun while learning to develop your drawing & painting skills. Become familiar with the elements of basic drawing, observation, perspective & composition, as well as color mixing & watercolor techniques. Plein air drawing & painting methods will be used with beautiful Rockport as your outdoor studio.
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Drawing & Painting Session II - Becky Merry
- August 16 - 20 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Because of the popularity of this workshop, students will be given two opportunities to hone their creative skills while learning the foundation of the classically trained artist! Enjoy one or both sessions.
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Clay Works - Erin O'Sullivan
- August 23 - 27 ~ 10:00 - 12:00
- Explore the fascinating medium of clay - making vessels to sculpture. Discover how to see and use the elements of art: line, shape, form, texture & color while learning the basic techniques of working with clay and finishing work with glazes, stains & paints. Students should wear old clothes and bring a large paint shirt.
All Classes are $80 per student and are multi-age. Call today to register! 978.546.6604
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