"The Wind Rises" Showing FREE in Auburn, AL

If you've always wanted why I rave about Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, go and see for yourselves.  Tomorrow the Jule Collins Museum of Fine Art is having a FREE showing of his newest film "The Wind Rises".  

Online it says it was on December 17, but they are showing it again &/or for the first time.  Who cares?!  It's Miyazaki, it's FREE, and it's showing here in Auburn.

DETAILS:

"The Wind Rises"

January 7, 2016 from 5 to 7 pm

Animated/Drama | 126 min. | PG-13

Director: Hayao Miyazaki, (2014)

Academy Award® Nominee for Best Animated Feature

LOCATION:

​Jule Collins Museum of Fine Art

901 South College Street 

Auburn, AL 36849 

(334) 844-1484​

​FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE FILM:

http://jcsm.auburn.edu/event/film-the-wind-rises/

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

There is still time to register for all my classes.  Registration for my classes has been extended to THIS FRIDAY, January 8th at 5 pm.  Please contact me directly if you need any assistance registering, or to register for private/semi-private lessons.

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~ CLASSES FOR WINTER 2016 ~

New classes that I’m offering this quarter include: Adventures in Writing: Folktales, & Adult Acrylic Studio.

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: November 1 - November 30, 2015
Class Term: January 11 - March 11, 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: 1/11 - 3/11
• 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 ~

ADVENTURES IN WRITING: FOLKTALES
• Type of class: writing - fairie tale /art class
• Description: This new writing course is the second in a series, which combines art
and creative writing. Students will study folktales, and then 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: 1/11 – 3/7
• Day & Time: Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm

• Class fee: $95.00 (includes supplies)

KIDS CAN PAINT: IMPRESSIONISM
• Type of class: painting/mixed-media
• Description: Impressionism is lively paintings that capture a fleeting moment in time. In this class students will explore the artwork of six famous artists: Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Mary Cassatt. Then we will use these artists and their works as a springboard to explore art and creativity. Each artist will have an “inspiration” piece based on their style, use of color, etc. However, each student will be encouraged to explore his or her own artistic style. All supplies will be included. Skill Level, Beginner/Intermediate: No prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 - 12 years old
• Dates: 1/13 – 3/9
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm
• Class fee: $110.00 (includes supplies)

~ AGES 12 to 17 ~

ANIME DRAWING: MANGA PEOPLE
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Manga is a Japanese style of comics. In this class we will learn how to draw rocking boys and cool girls. Each student will be encouraged to develop his or her own anime/manga characters and unique style of drawing. Skill Level, Intermediate: Student needs prior drawing experience. Small group instruction. All supplies are included.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old
• Dates: 1/15 – 3/11
• Day & Time: Fridays from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m.
• Class fee: $95.00 (includes supplies)

ILLUSTRATION GEEKS FAN CLUB
• Type of class: club/drawing and writing
• Description: The Illustration Geeks are back in action! This term everyone will be making their own comic book or manga. Join us on the second and fourth Fridays from 6-8 p.m. to participate in all the fun. A limited number of discounts /scholarships will be available.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old (18 if still in high school)
• Dates: 1/15 – 3/11
• Day & Time: 2nd & 4th Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Class fee: $65.00 (includes supplies)

~ ADULTS ~
ADULT ACRYLIC STUDIO
• Type of class: acrylic/mixed-media
• Description: explore the wonderful world of acrylics. In Session 1 we will learn the basics of acrylics, plus an introduction to basic color theory, along with some fun tips and tricks. While in Session 2, we will combine acrylics with other media, and work on some more advanced techniques. You must attend Session 1 in order to attend Session 2. Skill Level: Basic: No prior experience needed. Small group instruction. Includes all supplies; please bring an apron or smock.
• Ages: 17+
• Dates: Session I 1/13-2/10; Session II 2/17-3/9
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 1;00 to 3:00 pm
• Class fee: Session I $112.00; Session II $90.00 (includes supplies)

NOTE: This class is cheaper if the student provides ALL supplies!

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

9th Annual Holiday Art Sale

Once again I'll be participating in the Holiday Art Sale at the JDCAC. Please come out to support me!

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The Auburn Arts Association and Auburn Parks and Recreation will host the 9th Annual Holiday Art Sale on Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center and Harris Center. This festive and unique shopping experience features local artists selling handmade works including pottery, paintings, photography, pet goods, jewelry, gourmet food stuffs, embroidered and applique goods, candles and much more! Cross off holiday shopping on your to-do list while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds from sales supports the Auburn Arts Association and their art education programs held at the Jan Dempsey Arts Center.

For more information, email Cari Cleckler, Art Education Specialist, at ccleckler@auburnalabama.org or call 501-2963.

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

AUMC's 2015 Christmas Market

The 2015 Auburn United Methodist Church's Christmas Market will be held in the AUMC Mathison Building and Epworth Center on 138 South Gay Street in Auburn, Alabama. 

Support local artists, and the AUMC's Mercy Committee and other charities.

I'll be sharing a booth with well known watercolorist, Richard "Dick" Millman. We'll be in the Mathison Lobby in Booth #1. This will be my first year participating in this event.

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

Registration is OPEN for my Winter 2016 classes

Register NOW for my Winter 2016 classes! * You MUST register by calling or going by: The Harris Center (334) 501-2930; hours: M-F 8 to 5 pm* Registration Dates: November 1 to November 30, 2015* Class Term: January 11 to March 11, 2016

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

Register NOW for Winter 2016 Classes!

~ CLASSES FOR ​WINTER 2016 ~

New classes that I’m offering this quarter include: Adventures in Writing: Folktales, & Adult Acrylic Studio.

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: ​November 1 - November 30, 2015
Class Term: January 11 - March 11, 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: 1/11 - 3/11
• 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 ~
ADVENTURES IN WRITING: FOLKTALES
• Type of class: writing - folktales /art class
• Description: This new writing course is the second in a series, which combines art
and creative writing. Students will study folktales, and then 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: 1/11 – 3/7
• Day & Time: Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm

• Class fee: $95.00 (includes supplies)

KIDS CAN PAINT: IMPRESSIONISM
• Type of class: painting/mixed-media
• Description: Impressionism is lively paintings that capture a fleeting moment in time. In this class students will explore the artwork of six famous artists: Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Mary Cassatt. Then we will use these artists and their works as a springboard to explore art and creativity. Each artist will have an “inspiration” piece based on their style, use of color, etc. However, each student will be encouraged to explore his or her own artistic style. All supplies will be included. Skill Level, Beginner/Intermediate: No prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 - 12 years old
• Dates: 1/13 – 3/9 
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm
• Class fee: $110.00 (includes supplies)

~ AGES 12 to 17 ~

ANIME DRAWING: MANGA PEOPLE
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Manga is a Japanese style of comics. In this class we will learn how to draw rocking boys and cool girls. Each student will be encouraged to develop his or her own anime/manga characters and unique style of drawing. Skill Level, Intermediate: Student needs prior drawing experience. Small group instruction. All supplies are included.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old
• Dates: 1/15 – 3/11
• Day & Time: Fridays from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m.
• Class fee: $95.00 (includes supplies)

ILLUSTRATION GEEKS FAN CLUB
• Type of class: club/drawing and writing
• Description: The Illustration Geeks are back in action! This term everyone will be making their own comic book or manga. Join us on the second and fourth Fridays from 6-8 p.m. to participate in all the fun. A limited number of discounts /scholarships will be available.
• Ages: 12 -17 years old (18 if still in high school)
• Dates: 1/15 – 3/11
• Day & Time: 2nd & 4th Fridays from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Class fee: $65.00 (includes supplies)

~ ADULTS ~
ADULT ACRYLIC STUDIO
• Type of class: acrylic/mixed-media
• Description: Explore the wonderful world of acrylics. In Session 1 we will learn the basics of acrylics, plus an introduction to basic color theory, along with some fun tips and tricks. While in Session 2, we will combine acrylics with other media, and work on some more advanced techniques. You must attend Session 1 in order to attend Session 2. Skill Level: Basic: No prior experience needed. Small group instruction. Includes all supplies; please bring an apron or smock.
• Ages: 17+
• Dates: Session I 1/13-2/10; Session II 2/17-3/9
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 1;00 to 3:00 pm
• Class fee: Session I $112.00; Session II $90.00 (includes supplies)

Brenden Designs - Custom art work, mural painting, and art instruction

Register NOW for Fall 2015 Classes!

~ CLASSES FOR ​Fall 2015 ~

New classes that I’m offering this quarter include: Adventures in Writing: Faerie Tales, Kids Can Do: Pastels, & Adult Pastel Studio.

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: ​August 3 - August 28, 2015
Class Term: ​September 14 - November 20, 2015

~ 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: 9/21 – 11/20
• 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 ~
ADVENTURES IN WRITING: FAERIE TALES
• Type of class: writing - folk lore /art class
• Description: This new writing course is the first of a series, which combines art and creative writing. Students will study nontraditional faerie tales, and then write and illustrate their
very own fabulous tale. 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: 9/21 – 11/9
• Day & Time: Mondays from 4:00 to 5:30 pm
• Class fee: $95.00 (includes supplies)

KIDS CAN DO: PASTELS
• Type of class: pastel/mixed-media
• Description: Do you like color and expressing yourself? Make bold, expressive works using pastels, and other media. This class is not only vivid and fun, but very messy. Skill level, basic: no prior experience needed. Small group instruction and includes all supplies. Please bring an apron or smock. For more information, please contact the instructor.
• Ages: 8 - 12 years old
• Dates: 9/23 – 11/4
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:00 pm

• Class fee: $85.00 (includes supplies)

~ AGES 12 to 17 ~

FANTASY DRAWING: DRAGONS
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Learn how to draw awesome dragons! Dragons will be the focus of this class, though other fantasy creatures may be discussed if time allows. Students attending this
class are required to own at least one dragon/fantasy book and bring it to class each week. Skill level, intermediate: students need prior drawing experience. Small group instruction. All supplies are included. For more information, please contact the instructor
• Ages: 12 -17 years old
• Dates: 9/25 – 11/13
• Day & Time: Fridays from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
• Class fee: $85.00 (includes supplies)

~ ADULTS ~
ADULT PASTEL STUDIO
• Type of class: pastel/mixed-media
• Description: Explore the wonderful world of pastels. Pastels are a vivid, messy media. In Session I we will learn the basics of pastel, plus an introduction to basic color theory, along with some fun tips and tricks. While in Session II, we will combine pastel with other media, and work on some more advanced techniques. You must attend Session I in order to attend Session II. Skill level: basic: No prior experience needed. Small group instruction. Includes all supplies; please bring an apron or smock. For more information, contact the instructor.
• Ages: 19+
• Dates: Session I 9/23 - 10/14; Session II 10/21 - 11/4
• Day & Time: Wednesdays from 1;00 to 3:00 pm
• Class fee: Session I $90; Session II $70 (includes supplies)