ART CLASSES

SPECIAL SUMMER WORKSHOPS

Summer Kid’s Art Camp

Instructor: Adrienne Risby

July 28-August 1, Monday-Friday

Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm 

Ages: 8 to 13

Students will complete a number of projects using
a variety of mediums. Subject matter may vary from
animals, landscapes, still life and much more. Many
master and contemporary artists will be studied along with appropriate art vocabulary. Most supplies included. Bring a sack lunch. Homeschoolers welcome.
Minimum students 6, Max 12         
Class Fee: CAC Member: $95   Non-Member: $115

Stick Puppet Workshop    

Instructor: Morgan Elser

Sunday, August 3

Time: 10:00-4:00 pm
(one six hour session)
Ages 15 & up
Registration deadline:  July 26
Accomplished artist and puppet maker will provide
instructions and supplies to create the perfect stick puppet. The puppets will be about 20" tall. Puppets will be constructed from wooden dowels, art foam, painted eyes, acrylic paint, fabric, air dry clay, magic sculpt and eye bolts. Each student will create one puppet. Students must have a basic knowledge of art doll body construction. A stick (or rod) puppet has a jointed torso, an art doll head with a dowel for a spine as well as a holder for the puppet. Dowels are also attached to the hands for action of the hands. Some instruction will also be
provided to make these newly created puppets come to life in the hands of the student puppeteer.
Minimum students 4, Max. 8
Class Fee: CAC Member:  $85        Non-Member: $95

Two Glass Workshops

Instructor: Brett Hoerr

Wednesdays, July 23 & August 20

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm 

(two 2-hour sessions)

Ages 18 & up

Registration deadline: one week before
In one evening, transform glass using a torch to create two pendants. Class also features a bowl making demonstration. Workshops are held at UnBroken Glass in E. Peoria.
Minimum students 5, Max 10          
Class Fee: CAC Member: $30   Non-Member: $40

SUMMER ART CLASSES

Figure Drawing / Open Studio 

Tuesdays, July 8-August 26

Time: 7:00-9:00 pm 

(eight 2-hour sessions)

Ages 18 & up

Draw or paint the figure from a live clothed or nude model. Monitor will direct the model to change poses and provide guidance. Drop-in fee $10.00 per class.
Minimum students 4, Max 10          
Class Fee: CAC Member: $55   Non-Member:  $65

Beginning Children’s Art  

Instructor: Preston Jackson
Monitor: Vicki Glover

Saturdays, July 12-August 30

Time: 11:00–NOON 
(eight 1-hour sessions)
Ages 6-12 years
Registration deadline: July 12
Students will learn art from a broad perspective, emphasizing humans as a part of the natural world, covering art techniques as well as history and environmental issues.
Minimum students 4, Max. 15 
Class Fee: CAC Member: $50   Non-Member: $60

Intermediate Children’s Art

Instructor: Preston Jackson
Monitor: Joy Kessler
Saturdays, July 12-August 30
Time: 11:00–Noon
(eight 1-hour sessions)
Ages 11-14 years
Registration deadline: July 12
Drawing and/or painting for serious young students, emphasizing individual style. Students work independently, with critiques by Preston. Students bring their own pens, pencils, and/or acrylic paint, paper or canvas and photographs they have taken from which to work.
Minimum students 4, Max. 10
Class Fee: CAC Member: $50   Non-Member: $60

Painting

Instructor: Preston Jackson
Saturdays, July 12-August 30
Time: 1–3:00 pm
(eight two hour sessions)
Ages 16 & up
Registration deadline: July 12
Relationship of drawing and painting in acrylics or the student’s own choice of
media. Exploration of painting through color theory and design. Students should bring brushes, a canvas 18”x 24” or larger, paint (at least yellow, red, blue, white & black) and photographs they have taken themselves from which to work.
Minimum students 4, Max. 10
Class Fee: CAC Member: $90     Non-Member: $110

Watercolor Painting

Instructor: Katie L. Truemner
Saturdays, July 12-August 30
Time: 3:30-5:30 pm
(eight 2-hour sessions)
Ages 16 & up
Registration deadline: July 5
Learn color theory & technique in the art of watercolor. Through this class, create work that reflects the properties of the free flowing medium. Watercolor color paper will be provided. Students should bring a minimum of primary watercolor paints, assortment of brushes, and a mixing tray. Student may also bring a watercolor painting already in progress or photos taken by the student from which to work.
Minimum students 4, Max. 10
Class Fee: CAC Member: $90      Non-Member: $110

Sculpture

Instructor: Preston Jackson
Mondays, July 7-August 25
Time: 7–9:00 pm
(eight 2-hour sessions) 
Ages 16 & up
Registration deadline: July 7
Three-dimensional exploration through multi-media with focus on materials,
techniques and concepts.
Minimum students 4, Max 10 
Class Fee: CAC Member: $90      Non-Member: $110

MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES

Tai Chi Ch’uan

Instructors: Preston Jackson
and Steve Aldus 
Saturdays, on-going
12–1:00 pm
Ages 16 & up
Registration: On-going
Teaches Yang style Tai Chi pattern with strong emphasis on Tai Chi applications and principles. Also introduces weapons and other external martial arts (Tae Kwon Do, Karate).
Class Fee:    
CAC Member: $25 / month
Non-Member: $35 / month
(Drop in rate: $8.00 mem., $10.00 nonmem)

Tai Chi For Health

Instructor: Preston Jackson
Mondays, on-going
Time: 6-7:00 pm
Ages 16 & up
Registration:
On-going
Tai Chi with close examination of theory plus martial arts basics like self-defense tactics.
Class Fee:
CAC Member: $25 / month
Non-Member: $35 / month
(Drop in rate: $8.00 mem., $10.00 nonmem)

General class Information: All classes are held at CAC except where noted. For all classes except Saturday Tai Chi, please use Commercial St. entrance at the rear of the building.
Registration: Students may enroll during regular business hours: Tues-Sat 11:00-5:00, call or fax registration with credit card or mail in the completed form with check. Fees include all supplies unless stated. Registration deadlines are stated with each class
description.
Late Registration: Late registrations are welcome if there is space available in the class. Class fees are not prorated. Cancellations: Class may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met. Refunds: Full Refund: If student withdraws prior to registration deadline or CAC cancels a class. Partial Refund: If student withdraws after registration deadline and /or up to the end of the 1st class session, half of the class fee will be refunded. After registration deadline, materials / lab fees cannot be refunded. CAC is not responsible to provide refunds or make-up classes for students who miss classes. Fees will not be deferred to a future class. Students will not receive compensation for missed classes.