Friday, June 2, 2017

Register for Summer 2017 Classes NOW!

~ CLASSES FOR SUMMER 2017 ~
Classes are held at: The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC), 222 East Drake Avenue, Auburn, AL; phone: (334) 501-2963 unless otherwise noted!
You MUST register by going by: The Harris Center, 425 Perry Street, Auburn, AL; phone: (334) 501-2930; hours: M-F 8 to 5 pm
Registration Dates: May 2 until class starts
Class Term: May 30 - July 31, 2017

WARNING: Due to my limited class sizes, my classes often fill up early.  
Please register early!
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NOTE: Please note the NEW dates in the Teens courses due to scheduling conflicts.

~ 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: 5/30 – 7/28
• 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.)

~ KIDS, 8 to 12 ~
Kids Can Draw
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Anyone can learn to draw! During the summer, come to fun and interesting
drawing lessons with a different topic offered each session. 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. Attend three Kids Can Draw classes and save $25!
• Ages: 8 to 12
• Sessions: 
1) Basic Drawing Boot Camp, TWRF 5/30 – 6/2 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
2) Wild Animals, TWRF 6/13 – 6/16 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
3) Baby Animals, TWRF 6/20 – 6/23 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
4) Garden Creatures, TWRF 6/27 – 6/30 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
5) Ocean Creatures, TWRF 7/11 – 7/14 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
6) Fantasy Creatures, TWRF 7/18 – 7/21 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
7) Fantasy Characters, TWRF 7/25 – 7/28 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., $45.00
• Class fee: $45.00 a workshop; Attend three Kids Can Draw classes & save $25!

~ TEENS, 12 to 18 ~
Teens Can Draw: Drawing Challenges Workshops
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Smash through the summer with this series of graphite workshops! Everyone must take the Teens Basic Drawing Boot Camp course; then take all the other courses, or pick and choose. We will be covering hands, feet and other tricky drawing queries. All courses in this section are skill level, intermediate/advanced: Prior drawing experience preferred. All supplies are included. Sign up for all five teen workshops and save $8! 
• Ages: 12 to 18
• Sessions:
1) Basic Drawing Boot Camp, F 6/16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
2) Handsome Hands, F 6/23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m..
3) Fleet Feet, F 6/30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
4) Puzzling Portraits, F 7/14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
5) Heavenly Hair, F 7/28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Class fee: $12 a workshop OR $52 for the entire series

~ ADULTS ~
Adult Painting Workshops
• Type of class: painting
• Description: Explore the wonderful world of acrylics in a small group setting with other adults. All workshops in this series are skill level basic/intermediate: Prior experience preferred. NO supplies are included. Please contact the instructor for a supply list. Take all three workshops and save $5! 
• Ages: 17+
• Sessions:
1) Lovely Landscapes, TWR 6/20 – 6/22 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
2) Festive Flowers, TWR 7/11 – 7/13 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
3) Terrific Tigers, TWR 7/25 – 7/27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Class fee: $25 a workshop OR $70 for the entire series (NO SUPPLIES INCLUDED)

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Thursday, March 2, 2017

"Find Your Inner Artist" Art Exhibition


What: "Find Your Inner Artist" Art Exhibition
When: 3/10 to 3/20
Where: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center, 222 East Drake Avenue, Auburn, AL
Location: Children's Gallery
Reception: 3/20 from 6 to 8 pm in Studio II

View artwork created by my Winter 2017 students ages 8 to adult. 14 artists' work will be displayed. Come and join the artists during the reception.

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Monday, January 23, 2017

Register for Spring 2017 Classes NOW!

~ CLASSES FOR WINTER 2017 ~

Classes are held at: The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC), 222 East Drake Avenue, Auburn, AL; phone: (334) 501-2963 unless otherwise noted!
You MUST register by going by: The Harris Center, 425 Perry Street,  Auburn, AL; phone: (334) 501-2930; hours: M-F 8 to 5 pm
Registration Dates: January 20 - March 10, 2017
Class Term: March 20 - May 19, 2017

WARNING: Due to my limited class sizes, my classes often fill up 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: 3/20 – 5/19
• 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
• 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: 3/20 – 5/19
• 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: Sea Creatures
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Dive into fun! Learn to draw using simple shapes and proportion. Learn to
draw sea creatures including: sharks, whales, turtles, dolphins and more.
All supplies will be included. Skill level: beginner/intermediate – no prior
experience required. 
• Ages: 8 to 12
• Class Term: 3/21 – 5/9
• Day & Time: Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
• Class fee: $85.00

Kids Can Paint: Paint Magic
• Type of class: painting/mixed-media
• Description: Weird and wonderful! Your child can create amazing and unique art with odd and unusual things like salt, bubble wrap and vegetables. We will learn fun techniques including stenciling, sponging, color combing and more. Plus, cool tips and tricks that make painting exciting and fun. All supplies will be included. Skill level: beginner/intermediate – no prior experience required.
• Ages: 8 to 12
• Class Term: 3/22 – 5/10
• Day & Time: Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
• Class fee: $105.00

~ TEENS, 12 to 18 ~
Anime Drawing: Chilling with Chibis
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Manga is a Japanese style of comics. 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. All supplies will be included
• Ages: 11 to 17
• Class Term: 3/24 – 5/12
• Day & Time: Fridays, 4:15 – 5:45 p.m.
• Class fee: $85.00

Teens Can Draw: Drawing Challenges Workshop
• Type of class: drawing
• Description:Challenge your teen during the spring with this series of graphite workshops. Take one or take them all. We will be covering hands, feet and other tricky drawing queries. Skill level: intermediate/advanced – prior drawing experience preferred. All supplies are included. Sign up for all four courses and save $8. WORKSHOP TOPICS: 3/31 Handsome Hands, 4/14 Fleet Feet, 4/28 Puzzling Portraits, & 5/12 Heavenly Hair.
• Ages: 11 to 18
• Class Term: 3/31, 4/14, 4/28, & 5/12
• Day & Time: Fridays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Class fee: $12/workshop OR $40/all

~ ADULTS ~
Adult Drawing Studio
• Type of class: drawing
• Description: Discover the wonderful world of art. Explore art in a small group setting with other adults. We will cover the basics of drawing and shading with graphite pencils. Already familiar with graphite? Learn how to sharpen your skills. Everyone will provide their own materials after the first class. Please contact the instructor for a supply list. Skill Level: basic/intermediate – no prior experience needed.
• Ages: 17+
• SESSION I/ AFTERNOON: Wednesdays, 3/22 – 5/10 from 1- 3 p.m.
• SESSION II/ EVENING: Thursdays, 3/23 – 5/11 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m
• Class fee: $85.00 (NO SUPPLIES INCLUDED)

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Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Register for Winter 2017 NOW!

~ 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!
******

~ 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
• 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 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)

Thursday, September 29, 2016

IG Movie Night

The Illustration Geeks fan club will be having a movie night on September 30 from 6-8 pm at the Jan Dempsey. Anyone 10 and up is invited to attend providing you can behave.

EVERYONE will have to a SIGNED Auburn Recreational Center waiver listing the IG fan club (as the class/event). Your parent MUST sign the form.

WHAT: IG fan club - Movie Night
WHEN: 9/30/2016 from 6-8 pm
WHERE: JDCAC, Studio 1
WHO: Anyone 10 and up
TO BRING: A signed Auburn Rec. Center waiver, a drink, and a snack to share
RSVP BY: 9/30 by 3 pm.

AGENDA: We will be watching a Studio Ghibli movie.  The attendees will vote on which movie we will watch.  If you have any concerns over ratings or content, please advise me before the meeting.  (Most Studio Ghibli movies are rated PG 13 or less; a few have violence/disturbing images.) 

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IG Movie Night

The Illustration Geeks fan club will be having a movie night on September 30 from 6-8 pm at the Jan Dempsey. Anyone 10 and up is invited to attend providing you can behave.

EVERYONE will have to a SIGNED Auburn Recreational Center waiver listing the IG fan club (as the class/event). Your parent MUST sign the form.

WHAT: IG fan club - Movie Night
WHEN: 9/30/2016 from 6-8 pm
WHERE: JDCAC, Studio 1
WHO: Anyone 10 and up
TO BRING: A signed Auburn Rec. Center waiver, a drink, and a snack to share
RSVP BY: 9/30 by 3 pm.

AGENDA: We will be watching a Studio Ghibli movie.  The attendees will vote on which movie we will watch.  If you have any concerns over ratings or content, please advise me before the meeting.  (Most Studio Ghibli movies are rated PG 13 or less; a few have violence/disturbing images.) 

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Illustration Geeks fan club RECRUITS WANTED

Just a reminder that we are looking for some new geeks to hang out with us.  We often wear something fandom related to club meetings (T-shirts, buttons, cat ears).  Feel free to invite a friend.  Your favorite plushie (stuffed animal friend is welcome too); Roger, our friendly tiger mascot, is raring to go!  Please contact Miss Laurie (aka Kitty-chan) if you need more information.

Illustration Geeks Fan Club
• Type of class: meet up/club
• Description: The Illustration Geeks Fan Club are teens who are into anime, comics, gaming, fandom (think Harry Potter, Hunger Games, etc.) and want to hang out with like-minded fans. Events for this term are: September 30 & November 4 are movie nights with snacks, while October 21 will be a costume party with candy & prizes.
• Ages: 10 to 17 (18 if still in high school)
• Class Term: 9/30, 10/21, 11/4
• Day & Time: Fridays, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Class fee: $5.00

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