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September 11, 10:00a–2:00p

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September 17, 5:30–8:30p

Womanspace Art

Handbuilt Pottery
Ages 16–Adult. This class is an excellent introduction to working with clay and is recommended prior to taking Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery. Students will learn to construct bowls, vases, and vessels of many shapes and sizes, using a variety of building techniques including pinch, coil, and slab.

As a mostly self-taught artist Cynthia admits that nearly everything she knows about clay, she learned at Womanspace! Along with playing with clay, she enjoys watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, and creating collages.

Course #: PH10-1
Dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18
Time: Mondays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Cynthia Linnabary
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by September 9

Course #: PH10-2
Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 13
Time: Mondays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Cynthia Linnabary
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by October 28

Beginning Wheel-Thrown Pottery
Ages 16–Adult. For true beginners as well as those who have had one or two previous classes. Each will have a wheel to work on and ample opportunity to practice centering the clay and pulling up bowls, mugs, and plates. Material costs are included in fee.

Cathy has studied at Womanspace as well as with pottery teachers in Tennessee and Colorado. She has taught pottery at Womanspace for several years.

Course #: PB10-1
Dates: September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20
Time: Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Cathy Hodges
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by September 13

Course #: PB10-2
Dates: November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15
Time: Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Cathy Hodges
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by November 1

Intermediate Clayworks
Ages 16–Adult–Instructor’s approval required. For those who have mastered basic hand built & throwing skills. Students work independently with guidance as they learn to refine their skills, create lids, and alter & join forms. New construction techniques will be explored, plus the opportunity to learn more about glazing & firing.

Melinda has 5 years of experience throwing pottery. She has a small studio in her home and studied pottery at both Rock Valley College and McHenry College.

Course #: PI10-1
Dates: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18
Time: Mondays, 9:30–11:30a
Instructor: Melinda Konetski
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by September 9

Course #: PI10-2
Dates: November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, December 6
Time: Mondays, 9:30–11:30a
Instructor: Melinda Konetski
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $95 (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing)
Register by October 28

Advanced Clayworks
Ages 16–Adult–Instructor’s approval required. This course provides an opportunity for experienced clay artists to work on projects without formal instruction, but with some guidance. The sharing of different skills is highly encouraged. Participants must be proficient in hand-building or wheel-throwing, and be able to produce kiln-ready (stable, lightweight, non-exploding) pieces on a consistent basis. Instructors or advanced independent study students will handle firing. Includes all materials.

Elaine Hirschenberger co-founded Womanspace in 1975 with Dorothy Bock. She is an accomplished writer and creates art in many different media. In her roles as Executive Director of Womanspace and lead clay instructor, Elaine enjoys working with accomplished and aspiring artists and thoughtful people of all ages and abilities.

Course #: PA10-1
Dates: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Elaine Hirschenberger
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $75/six classes or $15/class (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing) Register by September 9

Course #: PA10-2
Dates: November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Elaine Hirschenberger
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $75/six classes or $15/class (includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing) Register by October 28

Sculpture: Exploring New Forms
Ages 16–Adult. In this five point class series, begin working with new forms of animals, people, found objects that you can create out of clay and combine with wood in unique constructions that mirror the 21st century. Experiment, discover, and connect! All clay/wood material is covered in fee.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Course #: SC10-1
Dates: September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21
Time: Thursdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $90 Register by September 21

Acrylics: The Flexible Medium
Ages 16–Adult. Learn to expand your existing horizons or for the first time, start to paint without thinking about outcome. Revisit the fun you had as a "kid", when you let your brush take over and carry you through the painting. Bring acrylic paint and brushes, two canvases at least 24"x30", palette, drop cloth, and water jar. No images to copy please, you have treasures stored in your right brain just waiting to be set free.

As an exhibiting artist in Rockford, Karen’s work can be seen in Womanspace exhibitions, at ArtScene and in businesses around the region. She participates in Unforgettable Art, the Alzheimer’s event, every year and donates her work to other charitable events in our community. Karen has been represented by galleries in California, Utah, Washington, and Illinois, and she has sold her work internationally.

Course #: AC10-1
Dates: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12
Time: Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30a
Instructor: Karen Gines
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $70 Register by September 13

Course #: AC10-2
Dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30a
Instructor: Karen Gines
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $70 Register by November 1

Watercolor: Make a Splash
Ages 16–Adult. Pay attention to the overall design of your watercolors rather than getting lost in detail. The larger splash or areas of brilliant color are more important than tiny details. Use liquid masque, crayons, and burnishing tools to create effects. Learn to use textures to imprint and saran wrap for mountain ranges, skies. Work with passion and presents to the mood of your work. Begin again with a splash. Bring brushes and watercolors.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Course #: WC10-1
Dates: September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19
Time: Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $70 (includes 140 lb. paper) Register by September 16

Drawing: From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Ages 16–Adult. Learn how to sketch objects, natural forms, and people in 2-D and 3-D styles. Learn how to shadow to create depth, illusion of space using prism color markers, pencils, conte crayons, and oil pastels. All material is included in the fee.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Course #: DW10-1
Dates: October 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17
Time: Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $70 (includes all materials) Register by October 18

Hypertufa Garden Art
Ages 16–Adult. Come discover the many uses of Hypertufa, a lightweight concrete used to make creative pieces for your garden. In the morning we’ll create a wonderful Japanese-style lantern to add a little sparkle to your garden. In the afternoon we’ll make leaf castings using real leaves from the garden such as Hosta, rhubarb, burdock, etc. These leaves make a great decorative accent for your garden or patio. This class will be held outdoors and can be very messy, so please dress accordingly. Bring a sack lunch. All supplies will be provided.

Cherie Heck has been an active member of Womanspace, taking every art class she can fit in her schedule and volunteering on the OutReach for the Arts committee. Her beautiful creations have appeared in Gallery 3 exhibits and OutReach for the Arts.

Course #: AW09-14
Dates: August 28
Time: Saturday, 10:00a–2:30p
Instructor: Cherie Heck
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: Sorry, this class is full.

Beaded Jewelry Making
Ages 16–Adult. Join Annette for a fun morning learning easy techniques to make beaded jewelry for yourself, or to give as a gift. You may never buy from a store again! The class fee includes a kit to make one necklace and one pair of matching earrings. Additional materials to make more jewelry will be available for purchase at the class.

Annette has been in the education field for many years, but she also has a love for anything that sparkles. She is an avid potter and has been making and selling jewelry close to a decade. You can find her creations in our Gallery2Go gift shop.

Course #: AW10-1
Dates: October 9
Time: Saturday, 10:00a–Noon
Instructor: Annette Conley
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $30 (includes supplies for one necklace & pair of earrings) Register by October 7

Pen-Ink-Paint Artshop
Ages 9–Adult. Using basic watercolor for enhancement, we will start by wetting our paper and drawing a composition with pen and ink, allowing the water on the paper to help us shape and shade our work. Then we'll work into the piece using paint. The wet paper allows the ink to flow around freely, creating wonderful subtleties in the artwork. There will be plenty of time for experimentation and doing multiple pieces with this technique, plus suggestions on using collage or mixed media to add to the overall effect of our masterpieces!

Norm is a recycling artist and works with themes and images from Buddhism, kitsch, and collections of nostalgia and American culture. He enjoys preserving the past in color and textures that soar as visionary, or dive deep into metaphor. Norm has extensively exhibited his work locally, nationally and also has international patrons.

Course #: AW10-2
Dates: October 16
Time: Saturday, 9:00a–1:00p
Instructor: Norm Knott
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $35 (includes 140 lb. paper, plus use of pens, nib & bottled ink) Register by October 14

Watercolor Plus Artshop
Ages 16–Adult. Come experiment with watercolor and then mix it up with a variety of rice papers. This simple layering process produces interesting and often surprising textural effects. Bring watercolors and brushes. Paper and other supplies are included in the fee.

Sue received her BFA from Millikin University in Decatur and has taught art in elementary and middle schools, as well as at Womanspace. She is also an accomplished exhibiting artist and chair of our Gallery Committee.

Course #: AW10-3
Dates: October 23
Time: Saturday, 9:00a–Noon
Instructor: Sue Mount
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $30 (includes 140 lb. paper) Register by October 21

Collage for Fun
Ages 16–Adult. In this three-part class, you’ll experiment with papers, fibers and adhesives, exploring many different surfaces and materials to create your own unique collages. Please bring a clay or masonite board, acrylic paints, brushes and other favorite materials.

Barb has studied painting and collage extensively and her own artwork, shown in various galleries throughout the Midwest. Barb loves to create and teach artwork that incorporates acrylics, pastels, handmade papers and monotypes. www.barbarasantucci.com

Course #: AW10-4
Dates: October 26, November 2, 9
Time: Tuesdays, 1:00–4:00p
Instructor: Barbara Santucci
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $85 (includes some materials) Register by October 20

Oil Painting Workshop: People Personalities
Ages 16–Adult. Working with brush and palette knife, begin to discern the unique personalities of the people you paint. Build up and scratch out. Become an expert at layering. Two canvases will be included. Bring oil paints and brushes.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Course #: AW10-5
Dates: October 30
Time: Saturday, 9:00a–2:00p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $50 (includes two canvases) Register by October 28

Oil Painting Workshop: Soul Searching
Ages 16–Adult. Soul-scopes are the subject of this workshop. Dream worlds, visions, and journeys will emerge. Two canvases will be included. Bring oil paints and brushes.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Course #: AW10-7
Dates: November 20
Time: Saturday, 9:00a–2:00p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $50 (includes two canvases) Register by November 18

Raku-Fired Beads Artshop
Ages 16–Adult. The Raku firing process is fun, unpredictable, and instantly gratifying! This workshop is a great way to try this amazing art with no prior experience. Create and fire your own beads for a necklace, bracelet, earrings, etc. during the first class, and then glaze and hang beads on individual bead racks for firing at the second class. Learn simple techniques, and experience the excitement of firing in our outdoor Raku kiln. Wear cotton clothing appropriate for both indoor and outdoor art work.

Stacey Burns is an enthusiastic multi-media artist, with a passion for encouraging others in their creative endeavors. New to Rockford, drawn here by the enigmatic Sock Monkey, she is never one to be pinned down or boxed in. Creativity is a way of life for her: She writes, creates pottery, lampwork beads and marbles, alters anything that isn't nailed down, designs rubberstamps for Rockford's own Amazing Arts, paints, sews, and much more.

Course #: AW10-6
Dates: November 6 & 13
Time: Saturdays, 9:00a–Noon
Instructor: Stacey Burns
Location: New Dimensions Studio
Cost: $60 (includes materials) Register by November 4

Art Lectures with Dorothy Bock

Ages 16–Adult. Join us over the lunch hour to view a short documentary and discuss the interesting life of various artists. Bring a sack lunch if you like–light refreshments will be provided.

Dorothy earned her MFA in Art at the University of Notre Dame. She has been a teacher of art, literature and the humanities since 1950.

Paul Klee: Poet, Violinist, Visionary Artist
Klee, born near Bern, Switzerland, was the son of a music teacher. He joined the Bauhaus group in 1920. It was a perfect theater for his teaching methods and process of unifying the fine and applied arts. From 1933 until his death in 1940, at 61 years, he was engaged in the rich music of simplification of his painting which was intense and powerful. Paul Klee’s work had enormous importance on the development of modern art.

Course #: AL10-1
Dates: September 23
Time: Thursday, Noon–1:30p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: Fountain View Room
Cost: $10 Register by September 21

Alberto Giacometti: Existentialist
Born in 1901 in Italian speaking Switzerland, Alberto left school at 18 years old to pursue studies with Antoine Bourdelle, a student of Rodin, initially involved with the surrealists he became identified with the Existentialist School of Art and Literature. By mid-1940’s his elongated figures stretched out and were engulfed by their environment. His startling statues were exhibited in New York in 1948 as he became an icon of the 20th century, Depicting of the age around persons and object. His reduction of the human form heralded minimalism, a 20th century influential movement.

Course #: AL10-2
Dates: October 21
Time: Thursday, Noon–1:30p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: Fountain View Room
Cost: $10 Register by October 19

Jackson Pollock: Abstract Expressionist Painter
Born in Wyoming in 1912, Jackson Pollock became a notorious artist in the 20th century. He fixed his canvas to the floor, dripping, splashing and throwing paint onto his canvas. He used a variety of objects to manipulate the paint and became a front-runner of the abstract expressionist movement. Scoffed at by many, he was supported by progressive critics as original and central to the art scene. By 1960, when he was famous, he was experiencing recurring bouts of depression and struggling with alcoholism. His visual work, so personal, is fresh to changing tastes.

Course #: AL10-3
Dates: November 11
Time: Thursday, Noon–1:30p
Instructor: Dorothy Bock, MFA
Location: Fountain View Room
Cost: $10 Register by November 9

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