CHILDREN'S CLASSES

Classes & Workshops for children ages 6-10.

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Classes
(to see a list of one day workshops for children, click here)

SWEETWATER SAMPLER
CH01
Ages 6-10

Every week is a new adventure in this multi-media medley.  Students will create a variety of projects and explore a multitude of techniques.  Experiment with drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking and discover the art medium that you fancy most.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:......................................... TBA
Time:............... 6 Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
First Class:................................. 9/18/2008
Last Class:................................ 10/23/2008
Member Tuition:.................................... $95
Non-member Tuition:........................... $120

Sweetwater is partnering with the Animal Rescue League of Pennsylvania’s Wildlife Center in this exciting class for kids!  Each day, a different live animal will be brought to class including an owl, a skunk, reptiles and other critters.  Students will learn about the habitat and characteristics of each of these creatures.  They will then reproduce each one in a different medium including polymer clay, pastels, colored pencil, and collage.  Tammy Frech, Wildlife Educator of the Wildlife Center, will attend several classes as a guest instructor.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:....Cynthia Shaffer & Tammy Frech
Time............. 5 Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
NO CLASS OCTOBER 8 & 22
First Class:................................. 9/24/2008
Last Class:................................. 11/5/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $95
Non-member Tuition:.......................... $120

DRAWING & CARTOONING
CH03
Ages 6-10

This class will introduce children to the history of cartooning with a focus on character design and concept. They will learn how to draw basic human structures using simple shapes and will learn how to draw comic book characters in a variety of positions, expressing an assortment of emotions, using their limitless imaginations as they create their own characters and comic strips/books while developing drawing techniques. Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:......................... Celena Yussen
Time:.............. 6 Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
NO CLASS OCTOBER 9
First Class:............................... 9/25/2008
Last Class:................................11/6/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $95
Non-member Tuition:......................... $120

CHILDREN'S CERAMICS
CH04
Ages 6-10

Children will be introduced to the basic processes of ceramics.  Clay construction techniques such as coiling, soft-slab and molding will be used to create sculptural works.  Students will also be instructed on wheel throwing techniques to create simple tableware.  Students will create both functional and sculptural pieces as they learn how to work with clay and use equipment safely and properly. Various methods of finishing and decorating pieces will also be covered.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:......................................... TBA
Time:............ 7 Saturdays, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
NO CLASS OCTOBER 11
First Class:............................... 9/27/2008
Last Class:...............................11/15/2008
Member Tuition:................................ $100
Non-member Tuition:......................... $125

FOLK ART
CH05
Ages 6-10

Explore the more traditional side of art as we learn about traditional crafts that have been passed down from generation to generation.  Learn about the elements and meanings that are inherent to the traditional crafts, making them definitive of their native countries.  While folk art exists in every culture, we will focus on North American folk art, as we learn about folk paintings, stenciling, quilting and more! Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:......................................... TBA
Time:................ 4 Mondays, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
First Class:.............................. 10/20/2008
Last Class:...............................11/10/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $60
Non-member Tuition:........................... $85

Workshops

JAPANESE FISH PRINTING
CH06
Ages 6-10

Learn the art of “Gyotaku” (Japenese fish printing).  Gyotaku is a form of nature printing used by Japanese fisherman to record their catches.  Join us as we learn about the history of the art and make our very own colorful collages.  Materials fee included in the tuition.
   
Instructor:........................... Danielle Worst
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................... 9/19/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $15
Non-member Tuition:........................... $25

FALL WREATHS
CH07
Ages 6-10

Welcome the fall season by making a beautiful fall wreath – the traditional symbol of welcome.  Using a variety of colors, textures, leaves and more, students will create wreaths that they will be proud to display on their homes.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:................................ Kelly Koble
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................... 9/26/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $15
Non-member Tuition:........................... $25

LEAF PRINTING
CH08
Ages 6-10

Using brayers and paint we will create beautiful autumn art.  Create a poster and other items with your favorite fall leaves!  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:........................... Sally Oberdick
Time:................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................... 10/3/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $15
Non-member Tuition:........................... $25

MONA
CH09
Ages 6-10

In this class, children will borrow the model, “Mona Lisa” from the Renaissance Artist/Inventor, Leonardo DaVinci and will create a whole new makeover for this timeless beauty.  After a brief art history lesson about this famous painting, young painters will work from a transferred image and transform Mona to a new changed woman.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:............................ Theresa Nero
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................. 10/10/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $15
Non-member Tuition:........................... $25

PITTSBURGH!
CH10
Ages 6-10

Come celebrate Pittsburgh’s 250th anniversary! Learn about what makes our city so special, as we learn about Pittsburgh’s colorful past, both historically and artistically.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:.......................... Colleen Sherts
Time:................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................. 10/17/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $15
Non-member Tuition:........................... $25

SWEETWATER'S "SPOOKTACULAR" HALLOWEEN
CH11
Ages 6-10

No tricks, just treats to take home in this one day workshop.  Indulge in all the frights and delights of Halloween by making creative projects with a ghoulish theme.  Join us for a frightfully fun time!  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:.... Kelly Koble & Cheron Urbanek
Time:................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................. 10/24/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $20
Non-member Tuition:........................... $30

MONSTERS!
CH24
Ages 6-10

Halloween wouldn’t be the same without those spooky monsters!  Create your very own monster (friendly or not-so-friendly…) after examining some famous cartoon and movie monsters, from Frankenstein to Casper.  Materials fee is included in the tuition. 

Instructor:.......................................... TBA
Time:............... 1 Thursday, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Class Date:.............................. 10/30/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

MOSAICS
CH12
Ages 6-10

From the Byzantine Empire to the work of the contemporary artist Joyce Kozloff, mosaics have dazzled with their brilliant color and scintillating light.  Using various materials -- tiles, marbles and seashells, students will create mosaic collage photo frames, flower pots and light switch covers that can enliven any room.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:....................... Sarah Davenport
Time:................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................... 11/7/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $20
Non-member Tuition:........................... $30

EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLOR FOR FALL
CH13
Ages 6-10

Celebrate the fall foliage by using the colors, textures, and mood of the Autumn season to inspire dynamic watercolor paintings!  Explore the possibilities of using found objects from nature to apply watercolor.  Sticks, feathers and other natural materials will be used.  Some natural materials will be provided, but students are encouraged to bring additional materials to experiment with texture in order to make their work more personal (ex. twigs, pinecones, etc).

Instructor:.......................... Vanessa Latour
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:.............................. 11/14/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

THANKSGIVING TRADITIONS
CH14
Ages 6-10

Students will learn about some well-known and some not so well-known Thanksgiving traditions, create art projects that can double as Thanksgiving decorations, and learn about the origin of the holiday.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:...................................Erin Shaw
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:.............................. 11/21/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

HOLIDAY BEAD-DAZZLED GIFTS
CH15
Ages 6-10

Create sparkling beaded ornaments for the tree as well as holiday jewelry you can wear or give as gifts.  Children can select from a special selection of beads and holiday charms and design their own pieces.  Each child will make four projects: ornament, choker, bracelet, and key chain or back pack dangle.  Materials fee is included in the tuition. 

Instructor:................................ Marie Long
Time:................ 1 Saturday, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Class Date:.............................. 11/29/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $20
Non-member Tuition:............................ $30

HOLIDAY CARD MAKING
CH16
Ages 6-10

Giving and receiving cards is a very special part of the holiday season. Make this year extra special by creating your own charming, hand-made cards perfect for mailing or delivering in person. Students will use assorted embellishments such as beads, buttons, metal flowers, paint, stickers, ribbon – anything and everything to make your cards unique and memorable! Don’t miss this fun-filled class. Bring a friend and double the fun!  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:............................ Kathy Shomo
Time:.................. 1 Monday, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Class Date:............................... 12/1/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $20
Non-member Tuition:........................... $30

RECYCLED ART HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS
CH17
Ages 6-10

Make beautiful holiday ornaments using every day items.  Learn how to utilize items you would normally throw away to create artful ornaments to either keep or give as a gift.  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:.......................................... TBA
Time:................. 1 Tuesday, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Class Date:................................ 12/2/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

GIFTS FOR GIVING
CH18
Age 6-10

This holiday workshop allows children to create a variety of gifts that they will enjoy sharing with others.  Use an array of artistic materials to create holiday gifts for the special person(s) in your life. Materials fee is included in tuition.

Instructor:.......................................... TBA
Time:................ 1 Thursday, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Class Date:................................ 12/4/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS IN CLAY
CH19
Ages 6-10

Brighten your home during the holiday season with hand-made, one-of-a-kind ornaments! In the first class, students will use cookie cutters and other techniques (all fun winter shapes like snowmen, presents, and Christmas trees!) to form their ornaments in clay.  The second class allows students the chance to decorate their creation, through use of under-glazes, surface treatments, and acrylic paint finishes. The ornaments make perfect gifts or home decorations that can be used year after year!  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:........................ Charlotte Tolliver
Time:.... 2 Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
First Class:................................. 12/6/2008
Last Class:................................ 12/13/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $40
Non-member Tuition:............................ $55

ECO-FRIENDLY ART GIFTS
CH20
Ages 6-10

Few works of art can surpass the holistic and delicate beauty of nature.  In this holiday workshop, students will create a number of nature-derived gifts for their loved ones.  Students will make hand creams, aromatherapy bath products, and flavored lip balms.  Students are encouraged to bring in recyclable containers from home, which we will embellish with color and decoration to enhance the beauty of their natural gifts.

Examples of recyclable objects to bring: empty bottles of various shapes and colors, altoid tins, interested boxes and product packaging (sturdy product tag from name brand clothing).  All other materials included in the tuition.

Instructor:............................. Theresa Nero
Time:.................... 1 Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Class Date:.............................. 12/12/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $20
Non-member Tuition:............................ $30

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD
CH21
Ages 6-10

Make Christmas crafts from all over the world in this class that goes beyond American traditions to explore how the holiday is celebrated in other countries.  Do they have Santa Claus in Italy?  Do Hungarians have Christmas trees?  Come to Sweetwater and find out!  Materials fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor:.......................................... TBA
Time:........................ 1 Tuesday, 4:30-6:00
Class Date:.............................. 12/16/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $15
Non-member Tuition:............................ $25

HOLIDAY COOKIE EXTRAVAGANZA
CH22, CH23
Ages 6-10

Be a sugar artist!  Nothing says home for the holidays like freshly baked cookies.  In this workshop students will bake and decorate several different kinds of cookies and take them home.  Of course, there will be some tasting in class!  Kids - roll up your sleeves and get ready to have some festive fun in the kitchen!  Materials fee is included in tuition.

CH22
Instructor:........................ Cheron Urbanek
Time:.....................1 Friday, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
First Class:.............................. 12/19/2008
Member Tuition:.................................. $25
Non-member Tuition:........................... $35
 
CH23
Instructor:........................ Cheron Urbanek
Time:.............. 1 Saturday, 9:30-12:30 a.m.
Class Date:.............................. 12/20/2008
Member Tuition:................................... $25
Non-member Tuition:............................ $35

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