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ART FOR PRESCHOOLERS...and their adults:

Preschool Me and Mom Time
Mondays 10-12
Starting January 4th
Ages: 3 - 5
Fee: $12 per class or 6 classes $65

Bring your pre-schooler to the Space to explore different art materials and media.   We will have different art supplies and projects out for you to use with your young artist.  This is non-directed fun time to experience and play with art.

ART FOR SCHOOL AGE STUDENTS (5 and up):

Open Studio
Mondays 4:00 – 5:30
Session II: Jan. 4 - March 22

Ages: 5 and up
Fee: $15 or $135 for session II (10 weeks)

Kids grades k-5 are invited to join us in creative endeavors.  Each session there will be multiple art projects to choose from.  Participants are also encouraged to bring in any project they might be working on at home.  Each session has limited space, so pre-registration is required.

½ Day K
Tuesday 12:00 – 2:00* (no class on Nov. 24th)
Session I: October 6th – December 16th
Session II: Jan. 5 - March 23                                                                        Session III: April 6 - June 15                                                                             

Fee: $20 per class/$195 for full session

Half-day students will get the opportunity to experience and experiment with different art forms as we focus on the art form of the month at Space to Create.  Projects will enable the students to delve into the art form – whether it is sewing, painting, printing, collage…- as they experiment with materials and techniques.  Students can join in any time for as long as they wish.

*We will pick up students from Salmon Bay at 12:00.  Students should come with lunch.

Sewing Machine 2 Day Workshops "Just Jeans"
Mara Lim
Ages: 8+
4 - 5:30                 Fee: $45 + bring your own fabric

Session I: Tuesdays 1/19 and  1/26     pocket purse and wallet
Session II: Tuesdays 2/23 and 3/2              slippers and pillow    
Session III: Tuesdays 4/6 and 4/13             Jean skirt
Session IV: Tuesday  5/4 and 5/11          Book cover

Projects are designed for all level sewers. We will be using jeans for all of the projects listed. We will provide the jeans and will provide a supply list for all other needed materials.           

Expressionism
Barb Smith
Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:30
Jan. 21 - Feb. 11
Fee: $80

Students will explore the many facets of expressionistic art.  Through a variety of projects, students will learn how to express emotions through art.  We will paint, print, collage, paper mache and splatter our way through the world of Van Gogh, Munch, Kirchner, Kandinsky and Pollock.

Abstract Art
Barb Smith
Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:30
Feb. 25 - March 25
Fee: $100

What does it mean? What is that?  Students will explore abstract art through various projects: cutout collages inspired by Matisse; mobiles inspired by Calder;abstract faces inspired by Picasso and monoprints inspired by Gorky.

Pop Art
Barb Smith
Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:30
April 8 - May 13
Fee: $100

Turning the ordinary into extraordinary.  We will explore how Pop Artist look to every day objects for inspiration.  We will make hand casts inspired by Segal; fabric sculpture inspired by Oldenburg; amazing maps inspired by Jasper Johns; collage inspired by Rauschenbery and portrait prints inspired by Warhol.

ART FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS:

Middle School Open Studio Time    

Lauren Molloy-Johnson Barb Smith  
Ages 11-15
Wednesdays from 3:00-5:30 pm
Starting Jan. 6th
Open Studio Fee: $15

Come to The Space on Wednesdays after school.  Options will include sewing machine projects, painting, beading, various printing techniques and more. 


THE FOLLOWING CLASSES WE OFFER SPORADICALLY.  PLEASE CALL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.  ONCE WE HAVE ENOUGH INTEREST WE WILL SCHEDULE A CLASS:

Exploring Print Making
Lauren Molloy-Johnson
4:00 - 5:30
Ages: 8+
Fee: $60

In this class students will learn different forms of printmaking: including linoleum blocks, monoprints, nature (leaves and feathers) printing and fabric printing.  Student will be able to experiment with this fun art through various projects.  Messy clothes are strongly recommended!

Fun with Drawing
Barb Smith
4:00 - 5:30
Ages: 6+
Fee: $60

In this class students will delve into some of the techniques that create realistic drawing including line drawing, shading and proportion. Techniques will be taught through fun exercises and projects.  The approach is very relaxed and fun.

Exploring Impressionistic Art
Barb Smith
4:00 - 5:30                                                                                              Ages: 6+
Fee: $80

In this class we will explore the colors of Claude Monet, create ballerina- or skate boarder - sculptures a la Degas, paint the city lights inspired by Pissarro, the gardens of Monet and more.  Through a variety of exercises and projects students will explore some of the different media and techniques used by Impressionist artists.  Kids should come ready to explore and have fun.


Potions and Lotion
Joan Brindle
Adult and Kid class Next sessino to be announced
Fee: $50 per pair, $20 for additional participant includes all materials

Lip balm, shimmer sticks and lotions

Come make some great gifts and spend time with your child. You will create lip balms, shimmer sticks and lotions. All products are made with the finest ingredients including mango butter, sweet almond oil, beeswax and more. Essential oils and flavoring can be added from an endless assortment. Custom make a label, shrink wrap and add a bow and you have a perfect gift.

Paper Mache Creations with Barb Smith
next session to be determined
from 3:30 - 5:00
Fee: $60

Bring your kids to The Space to make the easiest pet you will ever own.  We will use wire, mesh, paper, paste, paint and assorted materials to bring to life fanciful (or realistic) creatures.  Kids should come prepared to get gooey.  All 3 classes will be required to complete project.

Children's Mural Class
Christie West
Next session TBA
3:30 - 5:30
Fee: $120

Create a painted mural using your own unique drawing.  Children will draw a picture that will be projected and traced onto a loose canvas ready for them to paint on.  Translucent glazes will be used, introducing color mixing and shadows by layering the paint.

Mosaic Mirrors
Barb Smith and Lauren Molloy-Johnson
Next session to be announced
Fee: $40 (materials included)
Pre-registration required

Join in the fun of designing, affixing and grouting a mosaic mirror.  You can go realistic or abstract, symmetrical or random-- you are the designer.  Dress for mess.

Room Decoration

Lauren Molloy-Johnson     Next session to be determined
Fee: $30 (all materials included)
Ages: 6 and up welcome

Looking to spruce up your room?  Come make unique and personalized accessories to help you get organized in style.  You will make a bulletin board and a hand holder for all of your jewelry and hair accessories.  All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own accents.