~ CLASSES FOR WINTER 2017 ~
Classes are held at: The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) (334) 501-2963 unless otherwise noted!
You MUST register by going by: The Harris Center (334) 501-2930; hours: M-F 8 to 5 pm
Registration Dates: November 7, 2016 - January 6, 2017
Class Term: January 9 - March 10, 2017
WARNING: Due to my limited class sizes, my classes often fill up early.
Please register early!
Please register early!
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~ PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS ~
Private & Semi-Private Art Lessons
• Type of class: fine art
• 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: 1/9 – 3/1
• Day & Time: by appointment ONLY!
• Class fee: Private -> $90.00 for lessons (6, 1 hour sessions) plus $20.00 for supplies; Semi-Private -> $66.00 for lessons (6, 1 hour sessions) plus $20.00 for supplies per student (*Supply fee depends on media and unit chosen.)
Private Reading & Writing Instruction
Private Reading & Writing Instruction
• Type of class: tutoring/private instruction
• Description: Is your child struggling with grammar, writing or reading comprehension? Work one-on-one with a former English teacher, and a certified Reading Specialist. Content will be individualized to meet your child’s needs. These lessons are available by appointment only, and spaces are limited! Please contact the instructor directly for more information, or to sign up for private reading & writing lessons.
• Ages: 8 to 18
• Class Term: 1/9 – 3/1
• Day & Time: by appointment ONLY!
• Class fee: Private -> $90.00 for lessons (6, 1 hour sessions) plus $20.00 for supplies (*Supply fee depends on unit chosen.)
~ KIDS, 8 to 12 ~
Kids Can Draw: Pets
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Everyone loves their pet! Learn to draw animals using shapes and
proportion. We will cover: cats, dogs, guinea pigs, parakeets, mice and
more. All supplies will be included. Skill level, beginner/intermediate: no
prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 to 12
• Class Term: 1/10 – 2/21
• Day & Time: Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
• Class fee: $75.00
Kids Can Paint: Pop Art
• Type of class: painting/mixed-media
• Description: Pop Art is an eye-opening celebration of pop culture. In this class,
students will explore the artwork of six famous pop artists, and then use
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 and create their own unique work of art. All supplies will be
included. Skill level, beginner/intermediate: no prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 to 12
• Class Term: 1/11 – 2/22
• Day & Time: Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
• Class fee: $95.00
~ TEENS, 12 to 18 ~
~ TEENS, 12 to 18 ~
Teens Can Draw: Superheroes
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Smash! Bash! Zonk! Want to draw awesome heroes and vexing villains?
We will explore several styles of drawing superheroes including: traditional,
streamlined and American manga. Students taking this class will learn some
basic/intermediate drawing techniques plus cool tips and tricks. Skilled
students will be encouraged to develop his or her own characters and
unique style of drawing. Skill level, intermediate: prior drawing experience
preferred. Small classroom instruction. All supplies are included. For more
information, please contact the instructor.
• Ages: 11 to 17
• Class Term: 1/13 – 2/24
• Day & Time: Fridays, 4:15 – 5:45 p.m
• Class fee: $75.00
Illustration Geeks Fan Club
• Type of class: meet up/club
• Description: The Illustration Geeks Fan Club are teens, who are into fandom, gaming,
anime and/or comics, and want to hang out with like-minded fans. Events
for this term include: movie nights with snacks on 1/20 and 2/3, and a
costume party on 2/17.
• Ages: 12 to 17 (18 if still in high school)
• Class Term: 1/20, 2/3, 2/17
• Day & Time: Fridays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Class fee: $5.00
~ ADULTS ~
Adult Pastel Studio
• Type of class: pastel
• Description: Discover the wonderful world of art. Explore art in a small group setting
with other adults. You can choose to focus on chalk or oil pastels. We will
have an introduction to basic color theory, along with some fun tips and
tricks. Your choice of afternoon or evening sessions. Everyone will provide their own supplies after the first class. Please
contact the instructor for a supply list. Skill Level: basic/intermediate: no
prior experience needed. For more information, contact the instructor
• Ages: 17+
• Class Term: 1/11 – 2/22
• AFTERNOON: Wednesdays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m; NIGHT: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Class fee: $80.00 (NO SUPPLIES INCLUDED)
