Register for Summer 2016 Classes

~ CLASSES FOR SUMMER 2016 ~

New classes that I’m offering this quarter include: Most of the Kids Can Draw classes.

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: May 2 - May 30, 2016

Class Term: May 31 - July 31, 2016

WARNING: Due to my limited class sizes, 

my summer classes often fill up early.  Please register early!

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~ 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 the fine arts including watercolors, drawing, mixed media and much more. 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 the instructor directly for more information or to sign up.

• Ages: 6 years to adult

• Class Term: 6/13 – 8/5

• 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.)

~ KIDS CAN DRAW ~

• Type of class: drawing

• Description: Anyone can learn to draw! This summer we will be focusing on cartoon drawing and chibis. Chibis are a type of manga drawing that anyone can master. The Basic Drawing course is recommended before attending other classes. All courses in this section are skill level, Basic: No prior experience is needed. All supplies are included. Small group instruction. Attend four KCD classes and save $25.00 on your last KCD course! 

• Ages: 8 - 12 years old

1. Basic Drawing Boot Camp - Dates/Time: 6/14 – 6/17 (TWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $45
2. Terrific ‘Toons - Dates/Time: 6/20 – 6/24 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55
3. Even More Terrific ‘Toons - Dates/Time: 6/27 – 7/1 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55
4. Basic/Intermediate Drawing - Dates/Time: 7/5 – 7/8 (TWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $45
5. Chilling with Chibis - Dates/Time: 7/11 – 7/15 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55
6. Manga Monsters - Dates/Time:  7/18 – 7/22 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55
7. Cartoon Chibi Mashup - Dates/Time: 7/25 – 7/29 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55
8. Kawaii Chibi Mashup - Dates/Time: 8/1 – 8/5 (MTWRF) from 2:30 – 4 p.m., Price: $55

~ KIDS CAN PAINT ~

• Type of class: mixed-media/painting

• Description: Students will make cool painting projects during these three-day painting sessions. Students will learn basic painting techniques while being encouraged to explore their creativity. All courses in these sections are Skill Level, Basic: no prior experience is needed. All supplies are included. Small group instruction.

• Ages: 8 - 12 years old

1. Amazing Animals - Dates/Time: 6/14 – 6/16 (TWR) from 4:10 – 6:10 p.m. , Price: $85 
2. Lovely Landscapes - Dates/Time: 7/5 – 7/7 (TWR) from 4:10 – 6:10 p.m., Price: $85 
3. Tremendous Tigers - Dates/Time: 8/2 – 8/4 (TWR) from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., $85

~ TEENS CAN DRAW ~

• Type of class: drawing

• Description: Challenge your teen during the summer with this series of realistic graphite drawing courses. Students need to take the basic and intermediate drawing classes before taking other courses in this series (depending on their skill level). All courses in this section are: Skill Level, Intermediate/Advanced:Prior drawing experience preferred. All supplies are included. Small group instruction. Attend four TCD classes and save $25 on your last TCD course! 
• Ages: 11 - 18 years old

1. Basic Drawing - Dates/Time: 6/20 – 6/24 (MTWRF) from 4:30 – 6 p.m., Price: $55
2. Intermediate Drawing - Dates/Time: 6/27 – 7/1 (MTWRF) from 4:30 – 6 p.m., Price: $55
3. Realistic Animals - Dates/Time: 7/11 – 7/15 (MTWRF) from 4:30 – 6 p.m., Price: $55
4. Realistic People - Dates/Time: 7/18 – 7/22 (MTWRF) from 4:30 – 6 p.m., Price: $55
5. Realistic Animals/People II - Dates/Time: 7/25 – 7/29 (MTWRF) from 4:30 – 6 p.m., Price: $55

~ ILLUSTRATION GEEKS FAN CLUB ~

• Type of class: club

• Description: Come and fly your geeky flag with us!  The Illustration Geeks fan club are teens, who are into anime and comics, and want to hang out with like minded fans.  We will do free and low cost events a couple of times each term.

• Ages: 12 -17 years old (18 if still in high school)

• Dates: TBA

• Day & Time: TBA

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Update on Fall 2013 Classes

Here is an update on my Fall 2013 Classes:

1. Private & Semi-Private Art Lessons – There are still a few openings left, but I am still unsure of what days/times I will be available.  It will depend on the group classes and availability.  Please contact me if you are interested.  I will try to start scheduling private and semi-private lessons ASAP; I apologize for the delay to those of you that have already contacted me.
2. Teens Can Draw: Real Animals – Has been cancelled due to lack of interest.
3. Kids Can Paint: Abstract Art – We are meeting Wednesday, 9/18.  This is a mixed-media class for children 8-12.  If you would like your child to attend please call or text me ASAP.  If you decide tomorrow, then come tomorrow; we’ll be happy to see you there.  The cost is $95.00 for 8 weeks which covers all supplies.  ALL student must bring an apron or a smock to class every week.  This class should make, but I still have openings if you are interested.
4. Anime Drawing: Fantasy Manga – Was cancelled this week.  We will try again next week.  I am MOVING this class to Fridays and we will meet from 4:30 to 6:00 pm.  The cost is $85.00 for 7 weeks which covers all supplies; if your child has ALL of their own supplies (including paper) then the cost would be $70.00.  I still need a few more students for this class to make.

At this point if you are interested in attending any of my Fall classes you must REGISTER WITH ME!

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