Yes, it's already time to be thinking of Spring. Be sure to register early as some of my classes fill up quickly.
~ CLASSES FOR SPRING 2016 ~
New classes that I’m offering this quarter include: Write Your Own Adventure,
Classes are held at: The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) (334) 501-2963 unless otherwise noted!
You MUST register by calling or going by: The Harris Center (334) 501-2930; hours: M-F 8 to 5 pm
Registration Dates: February 1 - February 28, 2016
Class Term: March 21 - May 20, 2016
~ PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE ART LESSONS ~
Private & Semi-Private Art Lessons
• Type of class: private & semi-private art lessons
• Description: Artist and educator, Laurie Brenden offers private and semi-private art lessons in addition to her group classes each quarter. A private lesson is for one student. Semi-private lessons are for two students; the students can be siblings, family members, friends, etc. These lessons are available by appointment only and spaces are limited! Please contact her directly for more information or to sign up for private art lessons.
• Ages: 6 years to adult
• Class Term: 3/21 – 5/20
• Day & Time: by appointment ONLY!
• Class fee: Private -> $80.00 for lessons (6, 1 hour sessions) plus $20.00 for supplies; Semi-Private -> $60.00 for lessons (6, 1 hour sessions) plus $20.00 for supplies per student (* Supply fee depends on media and unit chosen.)
~ AGES 8 to 12 ~
WRITE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
• Type of class: creative writing /art class
• Description: This new writing course is the third in a series, which combines art and
creative writing. Students will write and illustrate their own fabulous stories.
Each student can write and illustrate their work in a traditional manner or
in a comic book format. The instructor has a M. Ed in Gifted Studies and
specializes in small group instruction. Skill level, beginner/intermediate: No
prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 - 12 years old
• Dates: 3/21 – 5/9
• Day & Time: Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm
• Class fee: $85.00 (includes supplies)
ANIME DRAWING: CHIBI MANGA
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Manga is a Japanese style of comics and one popular aspect of manga
are the chibis. Chibis are the super-popular, cute, tiny people of manga.
Each student will be encouraged to develop his or her own anime/manga
characters, and unique style of drawing. Skill level, beginner/intermediate:
no prior experience required. Small group instruction.
• Ages: 8 - 12 years old
• Dates: 3/23 – 5/11 (No CLASS 4/20)
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm
• Class fee: $85.00 (includes supplies)
~ AGES 12 to 17 ~
ANIME DRAWING: FANTASY MANGA
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Manga is a Japanese style of comics and there are many types of
manga including “fantasy” manga. Fantasy manga is filled with magical
faeries, beautiful princesses, futuristic knights, awesome heroes, magical
weapons and so much more! Each student will be encouraged to develop
his or her own anime characters and unique style of drawing. Skill level,
intermediate: student needs prior drawing experience.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old
• Dates: 1/15 – 3/11
• Day & Time: Fridays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
• Class fee: $85.00 (includes supplies)
ILLUSTRATION GEEKS FAN CLUB
• Type of class: club/drawing and writing
• Description: The Illustration Geeks are back in action! The first day of class, we will vote
on what we will do for the spring quarter.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old (18 if still in high school)
• Dates: 3/25 – 4/22
• Day & Time: Friday 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, & 4/22 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Class fee: $65.00 (includes supplies)
~ ADULTS ~
ADULT DRAWING STUDIO
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Discover the wonderful world of art. Explore art in a small group setting
with other artists. We will cover the basics of drawing and shading with
graphite pencils. Already familiar with graphite? Learn how to sharpen
your skills. Please contact the instructor for a supply list. Skill level: basic/
intermediate: No prior experience needed.
• Ages: 17+
• Dates: 3/23 – 5/11
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 1;00 to 3:00 pm (NO class 4/20)
• Class fee: $85.00 (Students PROVIDE their own supplies!!)
Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction
