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2009-2010 Class Schedule (updated 10/18/09)
Children's Summer Classes for 2009
I will teach the following for the Art Space Summer Arts Program in 2009. Click link for more details.
- Pique Assiette (broken tiles) for rising 7th-10th graders : June 15th - 19th : 1pm - 4pm
- Stained Glass Wall Mosaic for rising 7th-10th graders : August 10th - 14th : 9am - 12pm
This year I will also teach two summer children's classes at Jordan Hall Arts Center in Cary!!
- Stained Glass Wall Mosaic : July 13th - 17th : 9am - 12pm
- Art Redux: August 3th - 7th for rising 6th - 9th graders : 9am - 12pm
This class will focus on how to re-purpose materials that would otherwise be thrown away into art. The unique design of this class is that my session with rising 6 to 9th graders will create the base of a project that a younger group in the afternoon session, led by artist and instructor, Linda Simpson, will embellish. The completed piece will be on display in Cary, location TBD.
New! Teen Classes for 2010
Classes at Jordan Hall Arts Center in Cary (ages 11 to 16)
Schedules:
- Teen Stained Glass Wall Mosaic (5 class session): Mondays 02/01/10 - 03/08/10, 6 to 7:15 pm
Adult Classes for 2009-2010
Classes at Jordan Hall Arts Center in Cary (ages 16 & up)
I will teach the following classes this winter/spring session at Jordan Hall Arts Center, Cary, NC (Harrison Ave.)
The online brochure has more information including rates.
Schedules:
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 9/10/09, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Beginning Fused Glass (4 class session): Mondays 9/14/09 - 10/12/09, 7:30 to 9:30 pm - (no class 9/28/09)
- Stained Glass Mosaic Art (5 class session): Tuesdays 9/15/09 -10/13/09, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 10/19/09, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Glass Painting: Thursdays (2 class session) 11/5/09 and 11/12/09, 6:30 to 9:30 pm
- Molds for Glass (4 class session): Mondays 11/9/09- 11/30/09, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 11/19/09, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass Ornaments: Monday 12/7/09, 6:30 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 12/10/09, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 01/14/10, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Beginning Fused Glass (4 class session): Mondays 02/01/10 - 03/01/10, 7:30 to 9:30 pm - (no class 02/22/10)
- Mosaics for Your Garden (3 class session): Thursdays 02/11/10-02/25/10, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 03/11/10, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Molds for Glass (4 class session): Mondays 03/15/10- 04/05/10, 7:30 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 04/08/10, 7 to 9:30 pm
- Fused Glass for Fun: Thursday 05/13/10, 7 to 9:30 pm
Class Descriptions:
Fused Glass Jewelry - New in '09:
Learn how to make pendants, earrings and even bracelets. Materials are not included.
Beginning Fused Glass is a prerequisite for this class
Molds for Glass - New in '09: In this mold-focused fused glass class, we will make functional and nonfunctional pieces utilizing molds to slump and drape glass. Materials are not included.
Beginning Fused Glass is a prerequisite for this class
Mosaics 101 - New in '09: Get acquainted with mosaics using stained glass. You will create your own art mosaic wall hanging. Learn how to plan your design, use glass cutting tools, grouting and hanging installation.
Mosaics for Your Garden - New in '09: Make a mosaic to brighten your spring garden. We will use the wild and fun technique of pique assiette (French: broken plate) to create a colorful flowerpot or birdhouse. Learn how to cut plates and tiles with proper tools, use of adhesives and grouting.
Beginning Fused Glass: Explore the art of fused glass. Learn to translate drawings into glass
designs, the correct use of tools, preparing glass for firing, types of glass and terminology. Create small items such as coasters, jewelry and suncatchers.
This class is a prerequisite for the Fused Glass 4 Fun, Fused Glass Jewelry, and Molds for Glass classes!!
Fused Glass for Fun: Experience art in its most stress free way as you select colorful glass, lay out a design, and assemble pieces that become permanently fused when fired. Fused items can become pins, pendants, and suncatchers. Due to kiln firing schedules, completed works are picked up at a later date. Materials, including 4 ounces of glass, are provided.
Beginning Fused Glass is a prerequisite for this class
Teen Stained Glass Wall Mosaics - New in '10: Create your own mosaic masterpiece! Participants will create their own design, transfer it to plywood, and begin the mosaic process. We will learn glass cutting, classic mosaic design techniques and grouting. The finished piece will be ready from hanging.
Classes through Durham Technical College in Durham
I will teach the following workshop this winter/spring session through Durham Technical College, Durham, NC
The online brochure has more information. (found at the bottom of the page)
Class Descriptions:
Painted Furniture Workshop Goes to the Animals - $99 :
Three local artists teach a painted furniture workshop to create pieces for the Independent Animal Rescue Annual Auction, which benefits thousands of animals in the Triangle. Well-known Durham artists Emily Weinstein, Kathryn DeMarco, and Paula MacLeod show how to prepare furniture for application and explain faux finishes, mosaic and collage techniques. Participants then create works of art out of ordinary, household furniture. Most materials are supplied but a short materials list will be provided.
A piece of furniture will be provided for each student to use for class and this piece will then be donated to Independent Animal Rescue. This is a non-profit organization that receives no public funds. Finished furniture will be auctioned at the Independent Animal Rescue Auction later this year. An introductory meeting and furniture pickup will be held on Wednesday, April 22, from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at Northgate Mall. For more information, contact Dina Logan at 919-536-7238, ext. 4202, or email logand@durhamtech.edu.(Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.)
Check out the blog post from last year's class.
Schedules:
- Introductory Meeting: Wednesday 4/22/09, 6:00 to 9:00pm: Northgate Mall, Durham, NC
- Workshop Classes (2 class session): Saturdays 4/25/09 and 05/02/09, 11 am to 5 pm: Northgate Mall, Durham, NC
Ongoing Class Opportunities At My Studio
"Mosaics For You"™
I am offering custom class options for adults to be taught in my home studio. Classes are scheduled based on your availability and interest. If you have certain time restraints, no problem. Maybe an individual "Mosaics For You"™ class or workshop will best fit your schedule. The classes can run consecutively or span months. The choice is yours. Classes can be tailored for all levels of interest from the casual hobbyist to the professional mosaicist.
No need to wait for others to be interested in the same project or technique as you are. We will discuss the number of sessions needed to learn what you want and schedule it! This is a system that will allow you to learn various techniques at your own pace and convenience.
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"Mosaics For You" Class Price Sheet
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1-2 people
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3-4 people
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$30/hr
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$20/hr
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Classes do not have to be completed in consecutive days. We can spread the hours out to meet your schedule, but they must be in 2 hour increments and the class must be completed within 3 months. You get 2 hours of phone consulting or 5 emails with each class you take. You can purchase class time with VISA, MasterCard, Discover, Paypal, in-state checks, and of course cash.
Below are the basic descriptions of the techniques and classes I teach including a new Mosaic Survey class. If there is something you are interested in that is not listed. Don't hesitate to send me an email to discuss your ideas.
Here is a testimonial made by one of Paula's students on the blog: click here
Course/Project Descriptions
Mosaic Survey
I will cover how to cut stained glass, plates and tiles, smalti, and vitreous tiles. We will discuss how to find and use the necessary tools, different surfaces (wood, concrete, plastic, etc), techniques (indirect/direct), adhesives, and how to decide what surfaces/materials/adhesives are best for indoor versus outdoor projects. It is a three hour class. $90 ( Note: Multi student discount does not apply for this class)
Direct method -- pique assiette (broken plate) Indoor
In this class you will learn the basics of breaking plates and tiles with a hammer and more precisely with tile nippers. I will also cover proper adhesives and grouting. This class is recommended if you are interested in learning how to handle projects for inside your home (flower pots, floors, counters, table tops, mirrors, trivets etc.).
Direct Method -- pique assiette (broken plate) Outdoor
This class also covers plate-breaking techniques. However, in this class we will focus on adhesives for outdoor use. This class is recommended for anyone interested in learning how to handle outdoor projects (flower pots, bird baths, exterior walls, stepping stones, etc.)
Direct Method -- Stained/Vitreous Glass Wall Mosaic
In this class I will cover basic stained/vitreous glass cutting so you can create your own design. We will work on pre-treated plywood, finish the edges, and install the hangers for a beautiful wall hanging.
Direct method -- Smalti Wall Mosaic
In this class I will cover basic smalti tools and cutting techniques so you can create your own design. We will work on pre-treated plywood, finish the edges, and install the hangers for a beautiful wall hanging. Grout is generally not used when using Smalti, thus the spacing between pieces is very small and precise cutting is required. Therefore, it is suggested that you take a pique assiette or vitreous class first. Also note that smalti classes willtend to be longer in duration due to the fact that such precision is needed for cutting.
Indirect method -- Stained Glass Stepping Stones
In this class I will cover basic stained glass cutting so you can create your own design. After your design is complete, we will use molds and pour our own concrete. Some concrete colors will be available. (It is suggested that you take a direct method class before trying to tackle the indirect method.
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