Art School
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offerings all year round! Just submit your email below:
For more information on any of our programs, contact Tobe Sevush
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sevusht@jccmw.org |
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Art School
Kids,
teens and adults can all take advantage of our professional art studios and
expert art faculty. We offer classes for the beginner, those just exploring
an interest in the arts and the more advanced student.
 Immerse
yourself in the Arts…
JCC Maccabi Artsfest is a premier arts and Maccabi experience
for Jewish teens grades 8 – 12. Participants choose an art
specialty and take part in performances and master classes.
This annual summer experience, held in selected communities
throughout North America, features a wide variety of social
activities, Artists-in-Residence who are at the top of their
fields, opening and closing events and performances, and
community service, while it strengthens bonds to Jewish
heritage, community, and Israel.
Art Specialties have included: Rock/Pop Bands,
Dance/Choreography, Filmmaking, Visual Arts, Jazz/ World Music,
Classical Music, Acting, Music Theater, Photography, Creative
Writing, Costume Design, Vocal Music & Culinary Arts.
JCC
Maccabi Artsfest will take place in Minneapolis, Minnesota,
August 17-22, 2008.
For more information visit:
www.jccmaccabiartsfest.org
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or
contact
Melissa Healy (914) 472-3300 x 350
melissahealy@jccmw.org
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Art Gallery
The Art
Gallery at the JCC was generously endowed by Marjorie and Norman
Alexander. It is a showcase for community artists, both professional
and amateur. In addition, the Art School uses this gallery for
faculty and student shows, photographic essays, and group exhibits.
For information on upcoming shows, or for space availability, please
call the Art School. |
Children's Art Classes
Kids Art Club
In this relaxed,
gentle introduction to the world of art, kids will explore their creativity
while experimenting with a variety of materials, some quite unusual! Through
a process-based approach, children will learn some basic artistic skills and
appreciate their world in a new way. Wonderful materials included. Snack is
served.
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Lydia Hassan and
assistant, Instructors |
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14
Tuesdays |
September 16 2008 – January 27, 2009 |
$330 |
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15
Tuesdays |
February 3 -
June 2, 2009 |
AR05 |
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12:30-2:00pm |
3 - 4 1/2 years |
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No classes
on 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4, 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 3/10, 4/7, 4/14 |
Drawing & Painting with Pat
We will incorporate basic principles in various subjects and media to
encourage enjoyment and development of personal expression through art.
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Pat Frankel, Instructor |
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14
Wednesdays |
September
17, 2008 – February 4, 2009 |
$330 |
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14
Wednesdays |
February
11 – June 3, 2009 |
AR08 |
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6:30-8:00pm |
8 - 13 years |
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No classes
on 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 2/18, 4/8, 4/15 |
Clayworks
Discover the exciting world of ceramics in this very popular program! We’ll
slab, coil, and more to create everything from crazy creatures to beautiful
bowls. Students will learn a variety of technical skills and a basic
introduction to wheel throwing in our professional ceramic studio. Materials
included.
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Rachel Allen, Instructor |
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15
Thursdays |
September 18, 2008 –
January 22, 2009 |
$350 |
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15
Thursdays |
January 29 –
May 28, 2009 |
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3:30 -
5:00pm |
Grade 2 - 5 |
AR07 |
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No classes
on 10/9, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 2/19, 4/9, 4/16 |
Mixed Media for Children
In this class we will create beautiful
art projects while working with watercolor, pastels, paper construction and
mixed media.
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Susan
Kaufman, instructor |
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14
Wednesdays |
September 17, 2008 –
February 4, 2009 |
$330 |
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14
Wednesdays |
February 11 –
June 3, 2009 |
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3:45 -
5:00pm |
6-10 years |
AR50 |
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No classes
on 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 2/18, 4/8, 4/15 |
Wheel Throwing for Young Adults
NEW!
Learn to
throw functional pottery from our master potter. Our professional instructor
will teach the basics of throwing, trimming, glazing and more. All levels of
students welcome.
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Rachel
Allen, instructor |
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15 Tuesdays |
September 16, 2008 – January 27, 2009 |
$380 |
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15
Tuesdays |
February 3 –
June 2, 2009 |
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4:00 -
6:00pm |
11 -
15 years |
AR02 |
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No classes
on 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 4/7, 4/14 |
Teen Classes
Life Drawing
Contour, gesture, modeling techniques, along with basic anatomy and
proportion will be studied as students draw from the nude model. This class
is for the novice as well as for the experienced student. Bring charcoal and
large newsprint pad to first class.
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Susan Kaufman, Instructor |
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14
Tuesdays |
October
28, 2008 – February 10, 2009 |
$350 |
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14
Tuesdays |
February
24, - June 9, 2009 |
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7:30 -
9:30pm |
Grades 11 - 12 |
AR10 |
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No classes
on 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 4/7, 4/14 |
Adult
Classes
Life Painting
Students should have prior experience in life drawing/painting.
Emphasis will be on creative expression through shape and color. Special
attention is given to individual development and student needs. Supply list
is available at registration; please bring all supplies to first class.
Class size is limited. Please register early!
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Richard Miller, Instructor |
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15
Thursdays
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September 18, 2008
– January 22, 2009 |
$410 |
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15
Thursdays
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January 29 –
May 28, 2009 |
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12:30-3:30pm |
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AR44 |
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No classes
on 10/9, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 2/19, 4/9, 4/16 |
Creative Painting
Create abstract paintings using new media and techniques in conjunction with
traditional methods. Individual instruction.
Students bring all supplies to first class; supply list is available at
registration. Class size is limited. Please register early!
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Richard Miller,
Instructor |
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15
Fridays |
September 19, 2008
– January 16, 2009 |
$375 |
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15
Fridays |
January 23 –
May 15, 2009 |
AR48 |
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12:30-3:00pm |
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No classes
on 11/28, 12/26, 1/2, 2/20, 4/10 |
Adult Wheel Throwing
You’ve always wanted to try
– here it is! A master potter will teach techniques of throwing, trimming,
glazing, and more. Classical and modern references will be studied. All
levels are invited, especially beginners.
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Rachel Allen,
instructor |
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15
Tuesdays |
September 16, 2008
– January 27, 2009 |
$410 |
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15
Tuesdays |
February
3, - June 2, 2009 |
AR42 |
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7:00
-10:00pm |
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No classes
on 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 4/7, 4/14 |
Ceramic Pottery Workshop
Working with clay relieves stress! With the technical foundation
demonstrated in this class, you will explore your aesthetic senses and begin
to develop a personal style. Open to potters and sculptors of all levels. In
a short time you will create personalized pieces to adorn your home or give
as gifts. Instruction is individualized. Make time in your busy week for
yourself. Our small class size and relaxed pace will be most welcome!
| Joy Rosen,
Instructor |
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15 Tuesdays |
September 16, 2008
– January 27, 2009 |
$410 |
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15 Tuesdays |
February
3, - June 2, 2009 |
AR46 |
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9:30am -12:30pm |
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No classes
on 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 12/23, 12/30, 2/17, 4/7, 4/14 |
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15 Thursdays |
September 18, 2008 – January 22, 2009 |
$410 |
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15 Thursdays |
January 29 –
May 28, 2009 |
AR45 |
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9:30am -12:30pm |
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No classes
on 10/9, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 2/19, 4/9, 4/16 |
Clay Fee of $45.00 per
25 lbs. is payable to the JCC at the first class. This is for adult ceramics
classes only. The fee covers all bisque and glaze firings and all glazing
materials. Clay must be purchased from the Art Department.
Open Ceramic Studio Hours
for Adult Students
currently registered in classes will be posted during the first week of the
semester. Each adult student is allotted 2 hours of open studio time. There
will be a charge for any additional time of $10/hour of use.
Teens may enroll in
adult evening classes with permission of the instructor.
The Art Department at the JCC has a
strong
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
seeking to fulfill their
school’s community service requirements. Most students assist instructors in
our after school children’s art classes. To arrange an interview, please
call the Art Department Director. |
