GENERAL INFO & POLICIES SPECIAL EV ENTS · portrait in graphite and pen in both self-portraits and...
16
1
Transcript of GENERAL INFO & POLICIES SPECIAL EV ENTS · portrait in graphite and pen in both self-portraits and...
1
2 3
GENERAL INFO & POLICIES
SPECIAL EVENTS
3D
DRAWING & PAINTING
FILM
GRAPHIC DESIGN
INTERIOR DESIGN
PHOTOGRAPHY
PRINT, PAPER & BOOK
SPECIAL TOPICS
REGISTRATION FORM
MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Community Education Program of Watkins College of Art, Design &
Film is to provide a distinctive education that will empower youth, teens and adults to
embrace their artistic abilities and give them the tools to pursue a life of creativity.
Watkins College of Art, Design & Film
2298 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard
Nashville, Tennessee 37228
Phone: 615.383.4848
Fax: 615.383.4849
www.watkins.edu/community-education
“Like” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instragram -
Watkins Community Education Program
Photography by Sam Angel
Catalog Design by Sara Strese
Printing by Lithographics
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Watkins College of Art, Design & Film is funded
in part by the Tennessee Arts Commission, the
Metro Nashville Arts Commission, the Memorial
Foundation and the generosity of donors
throughout Tennessee.
Watkins College of Art, Design & Film makes no
distinction in its employment, contracting, or
admissions policies or procedures, including the
awarding of scholarships or other forms of financial
assistance, on the basis of age, sex, religion, race,
or color, national origin or physical handicap.
4 5
If spaces are open after the registration deadline you may still be able to register. Please check the website
or call the Community Education office for details.
Registrations are accepted by mail, phone or online. Payment for tuition and materials fee is due at the time
of registration. MasterCard, Visa, checks, money orders and cash are accepted.
Please visit watkins.edu/community-education for up-to-date schedule information. Dates and times are
ubject to change. Classes may be cancelled or combined if minimum enrollment of 5 students is not met at
least 2 weeks before the first class meeting. Students will be informed of cancellations prior to the first day
of class so that alternative plans may be made.
R E F U N D S
Refunds requested 7 days prior to the first day of class will be refunded 100% of tuition and fees, less a $25
processing charge. Classes dropped within 7 days before the start of class will be refunded at a 60% tuition
rate, less a $25 processing charge. No tuition or fees will be refunded once the class has started. In the event
that a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, 100% of tuition/fees will be refunded. To drop a class you must
contact the Community Education office.
FA Q ’ S
For frequently asked questions about all of our programs please visit our website at
watkins.edu/community-education
D I S C L A I M E R
Watkins is an institution of higher education in the visual arts. There may be times when work is exhibited in
the gallery or other spaces that could be considered inappropriate for certain audiences, especially young
viewers. Signage to this effect is posted in the gallery. As you visit other areas of the building, please be aware
that it is not always possible to anticipate the impact of all material.
GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Adult 9-week classes: August 31
Workshops, 4-week, and 6-week classes that begin mid-term: 2 weeks prior to start of class.
6 7
SPECIAL EVENTS
H A N D M A D E & B O U N D N A S H V I L L E , 5 T H E D I T I O NOctober 2 & 3handmadeboundnashville.com
Handmade & Bound Nashville, now in its fifth year, is an annual festival celebrating independent publications
and printed matter, featuring artists’ books, zines, and mini-comics. Come learn about independent publishing,
book arts, letterpress, printmaking, papermaking, zines, mini-comics, and all things book! Vendors will be selling
affordable artwork. The Brownlee O. Curry, Jr. Gallery space will feature local artists’ books as well as books
created through Bound Together, a series of partnership workshops between Watkins Community Education
and local community organizations.
Bound Together is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. Handmade & Bound Nashville is
hosted by Watkins Community Education and the Watkins Library and is funded in part by The Community
Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
T E A C H E R W O R K S H O P F O R A R T E D U C AT O R SA ________ Is Worth A Thousand ________: Working with Text as ImageOffered in collaboration with CheekwoodFriday, October 16, 9:00am – 4:00pmFree, breakfast and lunch included.
Join Nashville artist, Noah Saterstrom, for a workshop inspired by Jaume Plensa: Human Landscape, an
exhibition currently on view at Cheekwood. Using Plensa’s work as a point of departure, educators will use the
instruments of text – letters, words, and phrases – in a way that frees text from its associations and explores
these instruments as physical objects. How do you make a work of art without using pictures? How do you
make a work of writing without using type and handwriting? Participants will use nontraditional materials to
create works inspired by music, literature, and art. Space is limited. For more information visit www.watkins.edu/
community-education/outreach-events/
Our teacher programs are funded in part by the Memorial Foundation and the Tennessee Arts Commission.
T O U R N É E S F I L M F E S T I VA LIn conjunction with the Watkins Film Student CouncilScreenings October—NovemberFree and low-cost admissions
Watkins has been selected as a participant in the 20th edition of Tournées Film Festival, which offers a
wide variety of films representing the best of French cinema distributed in the U.S., from the popular to the
experimental. Showcasing established and emerging talents, Tournées Film Festival reflects the diversity and
the richness of French cinema through various genres — fiction, documentary, animation and repertory films
— giving participants the opportunity to expand their programming and for audiences to experience French
cinema through a wider lens. Join us for six film screenings running mid-October through mid-November. More
information, including screening times, movie descriptions and ticket information can be found online
at watkins.edu/community-education/outreach-events/
SPECIAL EVENTS
8 9
ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
M U LT I - L E V E L C E R A M I C STuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $65 lab feeTeaching Artist: Rob McClurg
Learn the art of hand-building and wheel-throwing
in this multi-level class that is great for beginners
and experienced students alike. You will create
functional and sculptural pieces and leave with an
understanding of form, decoration and texture.
Pieces will be kiln-fired and glazed. Clay and glazes
are included with lab fee; students should bring their
own set of clay tools (details will be provided prior
to the first class).
W O O D F U R N I T U R E : B U I L D I N G A W O O D E N H A N D - P L A N ESaturday, October 17—Sunday, October 1810:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. both days$105, plus $65 lab feeTeaching Artist: Stephan Michletto-BlouinWooden hand-planes predate their metal-bodied
siblings by centuries. 20th century woodworker
James Krenov is credited with revising them and
championing their use, and to him they offer a
character of versatility in their design and an
intimacy in their use that metal planes cannot rival.
In this class students will build a smoothing plane
with a laminated wooden body and wedge and pin
throat that works as well or better than any of its
heavy-bodied steel brethren. This class is open to
students of all levels. Students should wear closed-
toe shoes.
H A N D M A D E C U T T I N G B O A R D SSaturday, September 2610:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. $80, plus $35 lab feeTeaching Artist: Sam Angel
Learn to plane, shape with hand tools, and sand
by-hand rough walnut into a simple, elegant cutting
board! Students will learn the basics of making
a walnut cutting board for food prep, serving, or
bragging rights! This is a beginner level course,
but all experience levels are welcome! All tools and
materials included in the lab fee. Students should
wear closed-toe shoes.
W O O D F U R N I T U R E : D OV E TA I L E D B E N C HTuesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $65 lab feeTeaching Artist: Stephan Michletto-Blouin
The processes of woodworking can either be
drudgery or delight and it often comes down to
the details in your approach. Students will focus
on making these processes as beautiful as the
furniture they are building. Attention will be given to
sharpening chisels, irons and scrapers; hand-planing
for dimension and surface; hand sawing; laying out,
chopping and paring joinery; and material, work and
design in conjunction. Students will build a bench
featuring through or half blind dovetails and through
mortise and tenon joinery (although many joinery
options will be explored). Open to all skill levels. All
tools and materials included in the lab fee. Students
should wear closed-toe shoes.
W O O D F U R N I T U R E : S T O O L S W I T H A S C U L P T E D S E ATSaturday, November 7—Sunday, November 810:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. both days$105, plus $65 lab feeTeaching Artist: Stephan Michletto-Blouin
This class takes its inspiration from the beloved
work of mid-20th century furniture maker Wharton
Esherick. The stools he made nicely married the
character of furniture work, with its ability to create
uniform multiple parts, and original quality that can
only come from something handmade. These three-
legged stools will be built for either a table or bar
height and will feature spoke-shaved tapered legs
and spindles with through mortised tenons.
The seat will be sculpturally carved with both hand
and power carvers. Students will come away with a
piece that only they could have made. This class is
open to students of all levels. All tools and materials
included in the lab fee. Students should wear
closed-toe shoes.
3-D
1 0 1 1
DRAWING &PAINTING
D R AW I N G F U N D A M E N TA L SMondays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 14 – November 9 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Richard Heinsohn
Learning to draw not only trains the hand but also
sharpens your powers of observation, perception and
critical thinking. This beginning drawing course offers
a comprehensive but natural approach to translating
the three-dimensional world into two dimensions.
Students will use primarily charcoal and graphite as
they learn the essentials: contour, rendering, gesture,
and perspective through still life, landscape, and
memory drawing. Students should bring their own
supplies; a suggested materials list will be provided.
A C RY L I C PA I N T I N G F U N D A M E N TA L S Tuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Shawn Krise
Acrylic paints, a versatile medium, are perfect for
beginning artists! Students will be guided on material
options and will learn at least six different painting
methods. Topics such as fundamental color mixing
and color theory are covered and handouts provide
more resources for at-home work. Many techniques
and tips are discussed throughout class making this
a great place to start your painting journey. Students
should bring their own supplies; a suggested
materials list will be provided.
P O R T R A I T D R AW I N GSaturday, November 14—Sunday, November 1510:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m., both days$105, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Anna DeWitt
This workshop will cover the basics of drawing a
portrait in graphite and pen in both self-portraits
and working from a live model. Instruction will cover
the structures and measurements of the face. The
techniques and tools used in this class will expand
skills in drawing, painting, and sculpting, as well as,
digital mediums. This course is perfect for artists
with some experience drawing who want more
focused instruction. All materials are provided.
F I G U R E D R AW I N GMondays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 14 – November 9 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Anna DeWitt
Working from a live model is necessary to succeed
in capturing the human form. Students will review
basic elements of art including line, shape, and
volume while exploring composition, spatial illusions,
and linear perspective. Instruction will focus on
skeletal and muscular anatomy while students learn
the formulas of the masters to achieve correct
proportion. Students will explore a wide range of
materials and media while developing their personal
style. Students should have some drawing experience
and bring their own supplies; a suggested materials
list will be provided.
M A K I N G M E A N I N G : E X P L O R I N G F O R M A N D C O N T E N TWednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 16—November 11 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Grace Mikell Ramsey
Have something to say but not sure how to express
it in your work? This class will explore how the two
essential ingredients of art, form (what it looks
like) and content (what it means), work together.
By breaking down and considering these elements
as well as visually analyzing successful artworks,
students will discover what makes a work of art
powerful, uncanny, disturbing, funny, etc. This class
will help students hone their ideas and create the
kind of work they want to be making. Instruction
will include lecture/observation/discussion as well
as hands-on application of new ideas using acrylic
paints (other mediums are also welcome). Students
should bring their own supplies; a suggested
materials list will be provided.
1 2 1 3
U N D E R S TA N D I N G M O D E R N PA I N T I N GThursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 17—November 12 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Richard Heinsohn
This acrylics course provides a hands-on study of
modern painting techniques, strategies and history—
from Impressionism to present day. Students will
employ the composition strategies, paint handling
and color techniques of the modern masters while
developing their own painting style and direction.
This course will also be a forum for experienced
painters to connect and discuss developments in the
contemporary art world while learning more about
museums, galleries and alternative spaces. Students
should bring their own supplies; a suggested
materials list will be provided.
WAT E R C O L O R S : N AT U R A L A B S T R A C T I O N SSaturday, November 7—Sunday, November 810:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m., both days$105, plus $25 materials feeTeaching Artist: Elizabeth Sanford
Learn how to use the natural world as a starting
point for painting abstractly in watercolor. Explore
several different ways to use color, texture and
composition expressively. Experiment with the
natural properties of paint, paper and water as a
path to abstraction. All skill levels are welcome.
All materials are provided.
F I G U R E PA I N T I N G : E X P L O R I N G T H E S T Y L E O F A L I C E N E E LSaturdays, 1:00—4:00 p.m.October 17—November 14 (4 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Grace Mikell Ramsey
The paintings of Alice Neel are striking, haunting,
intimate and as fresh as ever. Students will study
Neel’s work and create paintings in her particular
style. Emulating Neel’s dynamic style will help
students loosen up, experiment with new brushstrokes
and ways to apply paint, play with color, and practice
painting the figure without worrying too much about
proportions and accuracy. Perfect for those who
are interested in, but intimidated by, painting the
figure. Some basic experience painting and drawing is
preferred. Students should bring their own supplies;
a suggested materials list will be provided.
S E Q U E N T I A L A R T S T O RY T E L L I N G : W R I T I N G F O R C O M I C SThursdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 17—October 8 (4 weeks)$105Teaching Artist: Damian RoweThis course pairs well with “Introduction to Comic Design”
Have an idea for a comic book or graphic novel,
but you’re not sure where to start? This course is
designed to show you how to form your ideas into
a script that is ready to be illustrated. Students
will learn important languages and terminology in
script writing and story development including the
anatomy of a comic book page. Students will also
learn how to break down your ideas to include what
is important and exclude what is not, resulting in
a final pitch to share with the class. Cross-listed in
Special Topics.
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O C O M I C D E S I G NWednesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.October 14—November 18 (6 weeks)$160Teaching Artist: Billy MartinezThis course pairs well with “Sequential Art Storytelling”
This class is designed to introduce basic anatomy,
perspective and storytelling using up-to-date
standards in creating your own comic book and/or
graphic novel. This class will focus on anatomy, basic
perspective as well as understanding cropping and
foreshortening and proper pacing of storytelling.
Students will learn how to layout and design
ideas in a storyboard form. This class combines a
basic understanding of traditional art mixed with
sequential design. All levels welcome. Students
should bring their own supplies; a suggested
materials list will be provided. Cross-listed in
Graphic Design.
B O TA N I C A L WAT E R C O L O RSaturday, October 1710:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80, plus $25 materials feeTeaching Artist: Mary Gwyn Bowen
Explore the historic techniques used by artists who
portrayed, in accurate detail, the flora and fauna of
our world. Learn to capture the intricate details of
nature through pencil under drawings, dry brush
watercolor techniques and color mixing. Emphasis
is placed on completing a detailed plant portrait
while learning about the appropriate materials and
techniques for botanical watercolors. All skill levels
are welcome. All materials are provided.
S I LV E R P O I N T D R AW I N GSaturday, November 710:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80, plus $25 materials feeTeaching Artist: Mary Gwyn Bowen
Silverpoint was the drawing technique of scribes,
artisans and craftsmen for centuries and is
associated with illuminated manuscripts from the
Middle Ages and drawings of the Renaissance.
Advances in modern materials have allowed for a
simplification and rebirth of this historic art form.
In this workshop, the art of silverpoint drawing will
be covered including material choices, preparing a
ground and specific drawing techniques. Students
will leave the workshop with a completed silverpoint
drawing. All materials are provided.
A R T L I C E N S I N G I IWednesdays, 6:30 p.m—9:30 p.m.September 16—November 18 (9 weeks, no class September 30)$210Teaching Artist: Lauren Lowen
Students expand upon their experience from Art
Licensing I (previously called “The Art of Licensing”)
by creating a more developed art collection over
the semester that thoroughly covers all steps of the
process: from trend research and color exploration
to digital mock ups and advanced digital techniques.
Whether students are interested in art for stationery,
home décor, textiles or kid’s products, this course
offers a more personal and in-depth experience
towards developing art that is ready to be licensed
tomorrow. Students should bring their own supplies;
a suggested materials list will be provided.
Cross-listed in Graphic Design.
1 4 1 5
F I L M M A K I N G F U N D A M E N TA L STuesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Clark Anderson
A hands-on, grassroots course for beginning
filmmakers who are interested in learning more
about the art and technique of production or
improving skills they may already have. Topics will
include storytelling, planning a shoot, directing
fundamentals, composition and staging, camera
dynamics, choreography and timing, location prep
and basic editing fundamentals. Students will
conceive, plan, and direct their own 3-5 minute films
using their own video cameras (or smart phones),
computers and software. Light homework between
classes is required to achieve course goals.
S C R E E N W R I T I N G F U N D A M E N TA L SMondays, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.September 14—November 9 (9 weeks)$210Teaching Artist: Bob Giordano
Get hands-on guidance for developing a great
idea into a story that conforms to professional
Hollywood standards, and discover elements
that strengthen or weaken a script. Students
will write actual script pages and begin the journey
of translating a story from their head onto the page.
W R I T I N G F O R T V A N D T H E W E BTuesdays, 6:30—9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210 Teaching Artist: Bob Giordano
Do you have an idea you’ve been wanting to turn
into a TV show? Do you want to create the next hot
new internet series? This writer’s boot camp will take
you through the process of creating a professional
log-line, show bible, and a pilot script (5-60 pages).
Students will receive hands-on, one-on-one coaching
through an intensive development and writing
process. This course is not suitable for beginners.
Students need to have completed Screenwriting
Fundamentals or have equitable writing experience.
F I L M A P P R E C I AT I O N : W H AT M A K E S I T G R E AT ?Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.September 17- October 8 (4 weeks)$80Teaching Artist: Bob Giordano
Ever wonder what makes a great film work? What do
successful films do to result in critical and financial
success? How does genre determine different
expectations and reach different audiences? This
analytical course will explore four different award-
winning films, reveal the rules they follow and break
in genre and structure and how this relates to their
ultimate success.
FILM
1 6 1 7
GRAPHIC DESIGN
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O A D O B E I L L U S T R AT O RTuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Mike Meredith
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator, the industry-
standard program for creating graphics, logos,
illustration and much more. Students will work with
type effects, color and other tools to create their
own digital images. Basic experience using Mac
computers is required, and students should bring
their own external storage device.
W O R D P R E S S F O R A R T I S T SThursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 17—October 22 (6 weeks)$160, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Noah Saterstrom
This course is designed to help students customize
and manage their own WordPress site. WordPress is
a wonderful and brilliant tool, and once a site is built,
looks and acts the way you want it to, it is incredibly
user-friendly. However, getting it to that point can be
time-consuming and confounding. At the completion
of the course students will have the skills required
to manage their website effectively on their own.
Students will learn the basic skills of installing a
visual theme, building custom pages, a custom menu
(including drop-down items), and creating links and
posts. Instruction will include working with widgets,
plug-ins and stylesheet basics. Basic experience
using Mac computers is required, and students
should bring their own external storage device.
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O A D O B E P H O T O S H O PThursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 17—November 12 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Matt Allison
Beginning students will be transformed into
confident Photoshop users through in-depth
instruction that not only covers how to use the
program’s tools, but the bigger concepts behind
them. The class covers a wide range of material
and is divided roughly into three sections: Basic
Photoshop, Photo Editing, Drawing & Color. Lessons
will include demonstrations followed by in-class
projects with time for individual questions. Basic
experience using Mac computers is required, and
students should bring their own external storage
device and digital images.
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O G R A P H I C D E S I G N & T Y P O G R A P H YTuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Katie Gonzalez
Learn the fundamentals of graphic design including
composition, the grid system and color theory.
This course will also have a strong emphasis on
typography, including choosing and pairing fonts,
creating images from type, and using typography
to communicate. Students will become familiar with
Adobe InDesign, an essential program for designers,
while working on projects such as calendars, posters
and business cards. Through projects, hands-on use
of the software program and critiques, participants
will leave with a thorough understanding of design
and how they can incorporate it into their own lives.
Basic experience using Mac computers is required,
and students should bring their own external
storage device.
1 8 1 9
D I G I TA L PA I N T I N GThursdays, 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.September 17—November 12 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab fee Teaching Artist: Michael Cribbs
This course covers the basic aspects of drawing
and painting within a digital platform and Adobe
Photoshop. Students will examine the use of brushes,
layers, filters, and multiple avenues of painting within
digital media from start to finish. Concepts covered
will include compositions, color, light, form and matte
painting. Proficient knowledge of Mac computers is
required and experience with Adobe Photoshop is
suggested. Students should bring their own external
storage device.
A R T L I C E N S I N G I IWednesdays, 6:30 p.m—9:30 p.m.September 16—November 18 (9 weeks, no class September 30)$210Teaching Artist: Lauren Lowen
Students expand upon their experience from Art
Licensing I (previously called “The Art of Licensing”)
by creating a more developed art collection over
the semester that thoroughly covers all steps of the
process: from trend research and color exploration
to digital mock ups and advanced digital techniques.
Whether students are interested in art for stationery,
home décor, textiles or kid’s products, this course
offers a more personal and in-depth experience
towards developing art that is ready to be licensed
tomorrow. Students should bring their own supplies;
a suggested materials list will be provided.
Cross-listed in Drawing & Painting.
B U I L D I N G YO U R A L P H A B E TSaturday, September 2610:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Edwina Shannon
In this hands-on class students will learn letter
design principles including the basics of symmetry,
proportion, angles, slant and style. Applying these
principles, students will create structurally sound
alphabets, manually or electronically. Instruction will
focus on intelligent development of letterforms from
solid principles, while incorporating characteristics
that infuse emotions and purpose into the letters:
serious, fun, open, or a historic visual message.
All materials are provided.
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O C O M I C D E S I G NWednesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.October 14—November 18 (6 weeks)$160Teaching Artist: Billy MartinezThis course pairs well with “Sequential Art Storytelling”
This class is designed to introduce basic anatomy,
perspective and storytelling using up-to-date
standards in creating your own comic book and/or
graphic novel. This class will focus on anatomy, basic
perspective as well as understanding cropping and
foreshortening and proper pacing of storytelling.
Students will learn how to layout and design
ideas in a storyboard form. This class combines a
basic understanding of traditional art mixed with
sequential design. All levels welcome. Students
should bring their own supplies; a suggested
materials list will be provided. Cross-listed in
Drawing & Painting.
2 0 2 1
PHOTOGRAPHY
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O I N T E R I O R D E S I G NWednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 16—November 11 (9 weeks) $210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Dallas Dedmon
This course introduces students to the language and
field of interior design as they learn what is required
to design and build interior spaces—from concept
to reality. Instruction will cover space planning and
basic drafting techniques, including lettering, line
weights and dimensioning. By the end of the course,
students will have created a floor plan for an interior
space, taking into consideration elevations, materials,
color palettes, lighting, textiles and furniture styles.
This course is perfect for those who want to learn
the basics of design, sharpen design skills, or explore
avenues for professional growth. Most tools and
supplies included in lab fee.
P H O T O G R A P H Y & T H E A R T O F S E E I N G Wednesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 16—November 11 (9 weeks)$210, plus $20 lab feeTeaching Artist: Jim Brown
This study will explore the elements of art and
principals of design involved in the development
of the photographer’s eye. Students will learn
how to “work a subject” and improve their use
of photographic composition. Through hands-on
instruction students will gain a better understanding
of their camera’s functions and develop a portfolio
of images that improves throughout class. Students
should bring their own digital SLR cameras,
instruction manuals and external storage devices. A
list of recommended (not required) interchangeable
lenses will be provided. Students must be
comfortable using their cameras on a manual setting.
S TA R T R A I L P H O T O G R A P H YMonday, October 12—Tuesday October, 136:00—9:00 p.m., both days$80Teaching Artist: Sam Angel
In this intermediate workshop students will
experiment with long exposures at night through
the technique of star trail photography. Students
will learn how to control exposures up to twenty-five
minutes long! Topics covered include understanding
shutter speed, efficiently using a tripod, and
exposing an image at night. Students should bring
their own digital SLR cameras, tripods, timer remote
controller (remote shutter release) and instruction
manuals. Students must be comfortable using their
cameras on a manual setting. The first night will
include instructions and experiments on campus. The
second night will consist of meeting off location up-
to 30 minutes outside of Nashville. Location details
will be shared before the workshop.
D I G I TA L P H O T O G R A P H Y F O U N D AT I O N S : C A P T U R I N G I M A G E SWednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 16—November 11 (9 weeks) $210Teaching Artist: Sam Angel
Learning how to use their digital SLR cameras
students will develop the necessary technical skills to
produce artful and expressive photographs. Through
classroom discussions, demonstrations, and hands-
on photo assignments, students will learn camera
controls while developing an understanding of light,
exposure, framing and composition. Students should
bring their own digital SLR cameras and instruction
manuals.
INTERIOR DESIGN
2 2 2 3
PRINTPAPER &BOOK
S C R E E N P R I N T I N G C R A S H C O U R S ESaturday, September 26—Sunday, September 2710:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. both days$105, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Christopher Cheney
A condensed version of the nine-week course, this
class will cover the fundamentals of screenprinting
from coating and exposing a screen to printing
and everything in between. Students will build an
understanding of the processes and techniques
involved in screenprinting, while creating single and
multiple color print editions. Most materials included
in the lab fee.
S C R E E N P R I N T I N GTuesdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 15—November 10 (9 weeks)$210, plus $40 lab feeTeaching Artist: Christopher CheneySilkscreen printing is a popular and versatile printing
method commonly used to create posters, t-shirts
and labels. In this class, students will learn the whole
process from preparing an image to developing a
screen to running a set of prints on paper. Instruction
will include demonstrations and hands-on practice
using stencil methods as well as transparencies. Most
materials included in the lab fee.
L E T T E R P R E S S B A S I C SSaturday, October 319:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Sawtooth Print Shop
In this introductory workshop, students will create an
edition of 25, single-color prints in the studio space
of Nieves Uhl & Chris Cheney, collectively known as
Sawtooth Print Shop. Students will work from the
shops’ collection of wood and metal type as well as
carved image blocks as they gain an understanding
of the steps involved in making a letterpress print.
Students will gain a working knowledge of how to
typeset a form and ready a press for printing, as well
as how to run a printing press to make their prints.
No experience required. All materials provided. Class
will be held at Sawtooth Print Shop, 604 Gallatin
Ave, Suite 215.
I N T R O D U C T I O N T O L E T T E R P R E S SWednesdays, 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.September 16—November 11 (9 weeks)$210, plus $40 lab feeTeaching Artist: Sawtooth Print Shop
In this introductory course to letterpress printing,
students will create multiple-color print editions
in the studio space of Nieves Uhl & Chris Cheney,
collectively known as Sawtooth Print Shop. Students
will work from the shops’ collection of wood and
metal type as well as carved image blocks as they
gain an understanding of the steps involved in
making a letterpress print. Students will gain a
working knowledge of how to typeset a form and
ready a press for printing, as well as how to run a
printing press to make their prints. No experience
required. All materials are provided although a
sketchbook is highly encouraged. Class will be held at
Sawtooth Print Shop, 604 Gallatin Ave, Suite 215.
I N T E R M E D I AT E B O O K A R T SMondays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 14—November 9 (9 weeks)$210, plus $40 lab feeTeaching Artist: Katie Gonzalez
Build your bookbinding skills in this class focusing on
a handful of ambitious bindings that feature exposed
stitching along the book spines. Students will go
in-depth with a series of binding lessons — learning
new techniques and styles while having substantial
time to personalize each project. We will explore
sewing onto cords, the secret Belgian binding, and
the four-needle Coptic binding, among other styles.
These bindings will allow students to create journals,
sketchbooks, and photo albums. You’ll leave this
class with an assortment of your own handbound
books and the skills and resources to continue
binding at home. Prerequisite: completion of
Introduction to Book Arts, one of Katie’s bookbinding
workshops, or comparable book arts experience. All
materials are provided.
24 2 5
H A N D B O U N D J O U R N A L S W I T H H A N D P R I N T E D PA P E R S Wednesdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 16—October 7 (4 weeks)$105, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Lesley Patterson-Marx
In this fun and informative class, students will learn
how to cut durable paper stencils from which to print
their own book cloth, end papers, and inner pockets.
Students will then incorporate their beautiful hand
printed cloth and papers into a sturdy hard bound
exposed spine journal. No previous bookbinding
experience is required. All materials are provided.
H A N D B O U N D B O O KS : F R E N C H L I N K S T I T C HSaturday, November 1410:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m$80, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Katie Gonzalez
Learn the basics of bookbinding while creating a one-
of-a-kind handbound book. You’ll make a softcover
book of your own design, bound with the French
link stitch. This style allows the crisscross stitching
pattern to be visible on the spine of the book, a
great way to show off your handiwork. In addition
to completing one book in class, you’ll learn a type
of binding that’s easy to replicate at home with
simple materials and few tools. With your know-how,
you’ll create awe-inspiring books that could make
meaningful holiday gifts to be used as sketchbooks,
planners, guest books, and travel journals. No
previous bookbinding experience is required. All
materials are provided.
PA P E R M A K I N G : F O R B O O K S A N D M O R E !Saturday, September 26—Sunday, September 2710:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. both days$105, plus $40 lab feeTeaching Artist: Claudia Lee
Students will learn the basics of sheet forming as
well as how to create very thin sheets and thick
sheets of paper. Students will also learn to use
pigments and color washes to create decorative
sheets. All students will go home with a selection of
papers suitable for making artist’s books and other
projects. All materials are provided.
T R A D I T I O N A L L E AT H E R B O O K B I N D I N G W I T H A C O N T E M P O R A RY T W I S TSaturday, October 1710:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m$80, plus $25 lab feeTeaching Artist: Katie Gonzalez
Learn to bind a soft-cover leather book that can be
used as a journal, a sketchbook, or a photo album.
Using the Italian Longstitch style, each student will
create a book with a leather cover that features
exposed decorative stitching on its spine and pages
that lay completely flat when open. Students will
have the option to include interesting contemporary
papers inside. Students will leave this class with
a completed handmade book, and the skills and
resources to continue binding at home. No previous
bookbinding experience is required. All materials
are provided.
26 2 7
SPECIALTOPICS
C R E AT I V E W R I T I N G F U N D A M E N TA L SMondays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.September 14—November 9 (9 weeks)$105Teaching Artist: Gloria Ballard
Explore techniques for strengthening creative
writing in all genres. This class is for writers of all
skill levels and will focus on triggers for effective
writing, ways to engage the reader, in-class exercises,
and feedback on work-in-progress. The class will
include short writing assignments at home as well
gentle commentary and critique in a workshop
setting.
C R E AT I V E W R I T I N G L A BThursdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.October 22—November 12 (4 weeks)$105Teaching Artist: Gloria Ballard
Designed for writers with a work in progress who
are looking for encouragement, incentive and time
to write each week, this open studio class will offer
instruction with brief discussion of various writing
topics followed by time to hunker down with your
own creative work. For those who need a solution to
writer’s block, writing topics may be suggested, and
in-class reading and critique are also options.
A R T O F T H E S E N S E SWednesdays, 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.September 16—October 22 (6 weeks)$160Teaching Artist: Matthew Jernigan
Students will explore the five accepted human
senses (sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell) and the
way our interactions with those senses dictate our
realities. The course will be compartmentalized by
the senses as we break down how our brains take
in the five senses and the physiological changes
that occur with each. Beyond the scientific context,
we will discuss each sense philosophically and
conceptually – considering how tweaking our sensory
input changes our reality, what it means to do so as
an artist, and how these concepts are being put into
practice by artists and corporations today in order to
create a desired experience.
S E Q U E N T I A L A R T S T O RY T E L L I N G : W R I T I N G F O R C O M I C SThursdays, 6:00—9:00 p.m.September 17—October 8 (4 weeks)$105Teaching Artist: Damian RoweThis course pairs well with “Introduction to Comic Design”
Have an idea for a comic book or graphic novel,
but you’re not sure where to start? This course is
designed to show you how to form your ideas into
a script that is ready to be illustrated. Students
will learn important languages and terminology in
script writing and story development including the
anatomy of a comic book page. Students will also
learn how to break down your ideas to include what
is important and exclude what is not, resulting in
a final pitch to share with the class. Cross-listed in
Drawing & Painting.
T R AV E L W R I T I N G : L E T YO U R S E L F G O !Saturday, November 710:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80Teaching Artist: Gloria Ballard
Sometimes a trip is more than just a trip, it’s a
transformative experience that the traveler must put
into words. This workshop is designed to examine
different types of travel writing, from basic where-
to, how-to stories to creative, first-person essays
that reflect on the inner journey that arises from
a special trip, location or destination. Students will
discuss a variety of contemporary travel writers
and their techniques, and begin to transform their
own travel experiences into compelling, true stories.
Instruction will include generating ideas for travel
writing, how to gather information for a travel story,
how to prepare for a trip that will provide material
for a travel essay, and what travel editors look for in
the stories they publish. The workshop is open to all
levels of experience.
A R T, S O C I E T Y & M ESaturday, September 2610:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80Teaching Artist: Kenneth Lacy, Jr.
Are you interested in understanding the relationship
between art and society? Do you believe that art
should be defined by the artist or by society, as a
whole? With the importance of art and society in
mind, students will delve into art from a sociological
perspective. The parallels between art and Sociology
are that any given subject matter can be approached
and displayed in a multitude of ways. Students will
discuss their perceptions on art as well as their
perception of their one-of-a-kind piece of artwork
created during the workshop. Bring an open mind,
your imagination, drawing utensil(s) and paper of
choice. Open to all levels of experience.
A R T I S T S I N H E A LT H C A R ESaturday, November 1410:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.$80Teaching Artist: Mary Gwyn Bowen
Artists and designers will explore the possibilities
of working in healthcare. This class will cover
current art and design projects in various medical
facilities, art in health research projects, and art
exhibitions in hospitals. Artist-in-residence roles,
considerations when working with patients and
in medical facilities and career viability for artists
and designers in healthcare will also be addressed.
This is a great opportunity for professional artists
and entrepreneurs to learn more about career
opportunities and involvement in the growing
healthcare field.
28 2 9
R E G I S T R AT I O N D E A D L I N E S :Adult 9-week classes: August 31
Workshops, 4-week, and 6-week classes
that begin mid-term: 2 weeks prior to
start of class.
O N L I N E R E G I S T R AT I O N :watkins.edu/community-education
M A I L T O :Watkins College of Art, Design & Film
Community Education
2298 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37228
Student Name _________________________________________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________
City __________________________ State _______________ Zip _______________
Home Phone ___________________________________________________________
Cell Phone _____________________________________________________________
Email ___________________________ Birthdate:_____________________________
Gender (optional):_______________ Ethnicity (optional): _____________________
How did you hear about us? _____________________________________________
Payment:
Credit Card Check Enclosed Check #: _______ Make checks payable to Watkins
Credit Card Information: MasterCard Visa
Cardholder’s Name _____________________________________________________
Cardholder’s Billing Address ____________________________________________
Card Number _______________________________Expiration Date _____________
Signature ______________________________________________________________
Course Name Tuition and Lab Fee
1.
2.
3.
Tuition Total
Donation to Watkins CE Youth Scholarship Fund
Total
REGISTRATION FORMREGISTRATIFORM
3 0
Non
-Pro
fitU
.S. P
osta
gePA
IDN
ashv
ille, T
NPe
rmit
No.
233
822
98 R
osa
L. P
arks
Bou
leva
rdN
ashv
ille, T
N 3
7228
