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Pelham Art CenterTable of Contents

Membership & Neighbor to Neighbor Program Page 1Gallery Page 2Calendar of Events Page 3Adult Classes Page 5Youth Classes Page 9Youth Thursday One-Day Workshops Page 11School Vacation Art Workshops Page 13Birthday Parties for All Ages Page 14Instructor Biographies Page 15Registration & Scholarship Information Page 17Registration Form Page 18

Gallery

Jacqueline Johnson, Ruffles at Every Turn, 2008, Dichroic beads and buttonsSusan Taylor Glasgow, Bleeding Heart Coffee Pot, 2008, Glass/mixed media

Amy Orr, Glass Eye, 2005, Window glass fragments and beads stitched onto velvet

Livia Gus, Untitled, 2008, Oil on Canvas and Lordes Font, Untitled, 2008, Pastel

Mark Jones, Environmental Aesthetic series #3, 1993, PhotographSamm Kunce, Individual Lettuce Cultures, 1994, Lettuce, water, glass, polystyrene

And for all this, nature is never spentMarch 13 - April 25, 2009

Student SalonJanuary 23 - February 14, 2009

Home Sweet Home Goods and Objects Sale & Exhibit

December 5, 2008 - January 10, 2009

1 Alexander Rutsch, Self Portrait, Oil on Canvas2007 Winner, Liang Guo, Quietness in Emptiness, 2003, Oil on Canvas

Rutsch Exhibition and AwardMay 15 - June 27, 2009

Become a member of the Pelham Art Center and join 100’sof adults and children who contribute in this important way.Learn about membership at www.pelhamartcenter.org.

Membership Levels:Senior/Educator (proof required) $25Individual $40Family $60Patron $125Sponsor $250Benefactor $500Exhibition Angel $1,000

Membership Program Basic Benefits:• 10% discount on class and workshop fees• Priority registration for all classes• 15% discount on shop purchases • Two annual member sales in the shop • Invitations to all public programs and special events• Neighbor to Neighbor, a discount shopping program • Patrons also receive a free Community Calendar• Sponsors also receive two tickets to Studio Café,

our Fall Fundraiser• Benefactors also receive four tickets to Studio Café• Exhibition Angels also receive named sponsorship

of a gallery exhibit

Neighbor to Neighbor:In cooperation with local businesses, our members receivespecial discounts thru Aug. 31, 2009. Participating businesses include:

Membership

A.G. WilliamsA.I. FriedmanCaruso Paint & HardwareCentre Stage BoutiqueGinger’s PelhamvilleStationaryLola’s Tea House

P & A Paper ChasePelham Glass ProductsPelham Manor FloristProvisionsSindy’s Nails SpaSue’s CornerWise Hardware

Ballet Arts, The Performing Arts Center of Southern Westchester

And for all this, nature is never spentMarch 13 - April 25, 2009Opening Reception and All Age Art Workshop: Friday, March 13, 2009, 6:30 - 8:00pmA group exhibition of sculpture, photography and installation-basedartwork that address specific environmental situations or that broadenpublic concern for environmental issues. Curated by Jo Anna Isaak andorganized by Fordham University students. Ms. Isaak is the Marion Chair inArt History at Fordham University.

Earth Day Celebration andClosing Reception for And for all this, nature is never spentSaturday, April 25, 2009, 1:30 - 3:30pmParticipate in an all-age art workshop and make art out of recycledmaterials, tour the gallery exhibition, and attend a lecture by environmentalist and author Robert Hernan.

Spring BenefitPelham Country ClubMay 2, 2009, 7:30 pmEnjoy dozens of artful tabletops and support the arts. Be entertained andjoin in the auctions-all to support the Center's mission to serve the publicwith free and affordable classes, exhibitions, workshops and events.

Registration for Summer Classes: July - August 2009Member Registration: May 5 Public Registration: May 19Art Classes for adults and youth of all ages and skill levels.Member discounts and scholarships available.

Alexander Rutsch Award and Exhibition in PaintingMay 15 - June 27, 2009Opening Reception and All Age Art Workshop: Friday, May 15, 6:30 - 8:00pmThe Art Center is proud to sponsor the Fifth Alexander Rutsch Exhibitionand Award, an open, juried competition for artists working in the U.S. Thewinner receives a $5,000 cash prize and a solo exhibition at Pelham ArtCenter. This exhibit honors the artistic achievements of the prolific artist,sculptor, painter and poet, Alexander Rutsch (1916 - 1997).

ArtTalk with Alexi Rutsch-BrockTuesday, June 2, 2009, 7:00 - 8:00pmJoin artist, educator and daughter of Alexander Rutsch for a discussionabout her father's work and the paintings of the Rutsch Award Winner.

Elizabeth Goldman: New PaintingsJuly 9 - August 15, 2009Opening Reception and All Age Art Workshop: Friday, July 17, 6:00 - 8:00pmAbstract paintings by Pelham-based artist Elizabeth Goldman.

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Calendar of EventsRegistration for Spring Classes: February - May 2009Member registration: January 6 General registration: January 20Classes run February 23 - June 30, 2009Member discounts and scholarships available.

Home Sweet HomeGoods and Objects: Sale and ExhibitDecember 5, 2008 - January 10, 2009An intimate arrangement of sculptural objects, artwork and jewelry byeleven artists and the jewelry collective Bijouxlry are on view and for saleduring the Art Center's annual holiday exhibition. Artists include: Michael J.Brolly; Susan Taylor Glasgow; Jeanne Heifetz; Stepanka Horalkova; JoelleJensen; Jason Miller; Cynthia Newman; Amy Orr; Nathan Purcell; JoAnneRusso; and Debora Warner. Bijouxlry: Mindy Ackerman; Parbati Dasgupta;Dabanga Dos Santos; Mary Louise Gladstone; Jacqueline Johnson; andLanni Sidoti.

Pelham Art Center Student SalonJanuary 23 - February 14, 2009Opening Reception and All Age Art Workshop: Friday, January 23, 2009, 6:30 - 8:00pmExhibit of artwork produced by dozens of Pelham Art Center students.Media includes ceramics, painting, drawing, mixed media andphotography.

Chinese New Year with Lida Yang-ZimmermanSaturday, January 24, 2009, 1:30 - 3:30pmCelebrate Chinese New Year with art-making and with fun activitiesincluding the ancient art of puppet making, three dimensional papersculptures, fans, and calligraphy. Of all the traditional Chinese festivals,the New Year is perhaps the most elaborate, colorful, and important, asthis is a time for people to congratulate each other and themselves onhaving passed through another year, a time to finish out the old year, andto welcome in the new one! This is the year of the Ox, 4707.

Music Conservatory of Westchester Creative Arts EnsemblesSaturday, February 7, 2009, 1:30 - 3:30pmStudent musicians perform a concert of classical and jazz pieces assoloists and ensembles.

School Vacation Art Workshops for 4 - 9 year oldsArt Makers 9:30am - 2:00pmFebruary 17, 18, 19 & 20 and April 6, 7, & 8Work with different artists and have fun, create artwork and perform. Enrollas many days as you would like. Snacks are provided and you bring alunch. Member discounts and scholarships available.More information on page 13.

School Vacation Art Workshops for 10 - 16 year oldsArt Masters 2:30 - 5:30pmFebruary 17, 18, 19 & 20 and April 6, 7, & 8Learn advanced techniques in Sculpture, MIxed Media, Painting & Drawing.More information on page 13.

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Hatha Yoga with Nora LeMorin9:00 - 10:30am Integral Hatha Yoga combines yoga postures, breath exercises, deeprelaxation and brief meditation to relieve stress, build strength andflexibility, stamina and focus. Individualized adjustments given tohelp create the best practice. All levels, all bodies welcome! Bring a mat/towel and wear comfortable clothes.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 23 - April 13, No class April 6Session B - 7 classes: April 20 - June 8, No class May 25Fee per session: $92/$83 membersFee for both sessions: $184/$166 membersDrop in fee per class: $20, payable in class

Portrait Painting with JC English9:30am - 12:30pmLearn how to construct and paint a portrait from life in oil, pastel, ordrawing media. Fundamentals of getting a likeness, and gooddrawing and design skills are stressed. All levels are welcome.Fee: $410/$369 members + Model Fee: $35Session A - 7 classes: Feb 23 - April 13, No class April 6Session B - 7 classes: April 20 - June 8, No class May 25Fee per session: $221/$199 membersFee for both sessions: $442/$398 members

Botanical Illustration with Janet Shearn2:00 - 4:30pmMaster basic botanical drawing skills and ultimately learn to renderrealistic studies of fruits, vegetables, leaves, root systems and flowersin both pencil and color media.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 23 - April 13, No class April 6Session B - 7 classes: April 20 - June 8, No class May 25Fee per session: $184/$166 members + Botanical Fee: $15Fee for both sessions: $368/$332 members + Botanical Fee: $30

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Pottery in the Morning with Susan Nathenson9:30am - 12:30pmCreate functional or sculptural objects using a slab roller, wheels, andextruder. Begin or gain a deeper understanding of the ceramic arts.High-fire stoneware clay and non-toxic glazes used. Session A - 7 classes: Feb 24 - April 14, No class April 7Session B - 7 classes: April 21 - June 2Fee per session: $221/$198 membersFee for both sessions: $442/$396 membersFee per bag of clay includes firing/glazing fee: $30Each additional bag: $30. Clay and tools may be purchased in class

Basic Drawing & Collage with Deborah Coulter10:00am - 12:00pmThe basic techniques of drawing and collage using pastel, pencil,charcoal and collage materials. One of the classes works from a liveclothed model to improve drawing abilities.8 sessions: April 14 - June 2Fee: $208/$187 members + Model Fee: $20

Pottery in the Evening with Susan Nathenson7:00 - 9:30pmCreate functional and sculptural objects using a slab roller, wheelsand extruder. High fire stoneware and non-toxic glazes will be used.Emphasis placed on creating wind chimes and planters.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 24 - April 14, No class April 7Session B - 7 classes: April 21 - June 2Fee per session: $184/$165 membersFee for both sessions: $368/$330 membersFee per bag of clay includes firing/glazing fee: $30Each additional bag: $30. Clay and tools may be purchased in class

Painting & Drawing with Donna Ross7:00 - 9:00pmExplore the fundamentals of drawing and painting by working fromstill life, photos and objects. Develop good painting skills usingshapes, values, color, and design and learn to create a successfulcomposition.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 24 - April 14, No class April 7Session B - 7 classes: April 21 - June 2Fee per session: $147/$132 membersFee for both sessions: $294/$264 members

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Hatha Yoga with Nora LeMorin6:15 - 7:15am Integral Hatha Yoga combines yoga postures, breath exercises, deeprelaxation and brief meditation to relieve stress, build strength andflexibility, stamina and focus. Individualized adjustments given tohelp create the best practice. All levels, all bodies welcome! Bring amat/towel and wear comfortable clothes.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 25 - April 15, No class April 8Session B - 7 classes: April 22 - June 3Fee per session: $74/$66 membersFee for both sessions: $148/$132 membersDrop in fee per class: $20, payable in class

Pottery with Susan Nathenson, Tuesday’s 9:30am - 12:30pm & 7:00 - 9:15pmBasic Drawing & Collage with Deborah Coulter, Tuesday’s 10:00am - 12:00pm

Painting & Drawing with Donna Ross, Tuesday’s 7:00 - 9:00pm

Adult ClassesHigh School students may enroll in adult classes.

Need-based scholarships are available. See page 17.Become a member of the Art Center! See page 1.

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Morning Drawing & Painting with Eleanor Miller9:00am - 12:00pm Grow artistically by exploring the fundamentals of drawing, andpainting and their inter-relationship. Emphasis on individualperception. Work from still life, photos or objects you bring. Session A - 6 classes: Feb 27 - April 3 Fee: $189/$170 membersSession B - 7 classes: April 17 - May 29 Fee: $221/$198 membersFee for both sessions: $410/$368 members

Afternoon Drawing & Painting with Eleanor Miller12:15 - 3:15pmSee description and fee of Morning class above.

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Watercolor Workshop with Hope Friedland10:15 - 12:15pmExplore watercolor! Work from still life’s and floral’s and paint big,bold and loose. Learn color, composition, layering of washes and theelements of design and value.6 sessions: March 14 - April 25, No class April 11Fee: $156/$140 members

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Sunday Sampler2:00 - 4 :30pm

Fee per session: $75/$68 + Material Fee: $10Two class sessions to try what you have always wanted to do or

try something you haven’t done in awhile.

Portrait Painting with JC EnglishStudy how to capture the proportion of the head. Placement of facialfeatures, and how to render a likeness.Session A - March 1 and March 8

Drawing Lessons with Susan KaufmanExplore drawing what you see with lessons in proportions,perspective, value, foreshortening, and composition. Session B - April 26 and May 3

Hand Building with Clay with Susan NathensonLearn to make pinch and coil pots, how to build with clay slabs, andmake a vase, box or bowl.Session C - May 31 and June 7

Figure Drawing with JC EnglishThere are a variety of approaches to drawing the nude human form.Learn proportions and basic anatomy while experimenting withvarious techniques and personal style.Session D - June 14 and June 21

Intermediate Hatha Yoga with Nora LeMorin8:30 - 9:45am Previous yoga experience required. A series of stretch and balancepostures, breath exercises, deep relaxation and brief meditation is apath to a peaceful mind and easeful body. Bring a mat.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 25 - April 15, No class April 8Session B - 7 classes: April 22 - June 3Fee per session: $92/$83 membersFee for both sessions: $184/$166 membersDrop in fee per class: $20, payable in class

Still Life Painting & Drawing with JC English7:00 - 9:30pmPaint or draw a still life and learn how light effects simple geometricforms. Develop good painting skills using shapes, values, color,design and other elements to create an exciting visual statement.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 25 - April 15, No class April 8Session B - 7 classes: April 22 - June 3Fee per session: $184/$165 membersFee for both sessions: $368/$330 members

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Figure Drawing with JC English7:00 - 9:30pm Good painting starts with good drawing skills. Working with nudemodels we will develop well-structured drawings with emphasis onaccuracy of action, balance, and proportion. Create form with lightand shade as we move from short poses to longer ones. Session A - 7 classes: Feb 26 - April 16, No class April 9Session B - 7 classes: April 23 - June 4Fee per session: $184/$165 members + Model Fee $23Fee for both sessions: $368/$330 members + Model Fee $45

Photography with Nick Kuskin7:00 - 9:30pm Learn how to make great photos a reality. This class will advance youin the discipline of photography, clarifying the foundations ofexposure, and what makes a successful image. Pixels, and AdobePhotoshop will be discussed related to digital photography, butemphasis will be given to B&W sliver printing, as photographersagree, the darkroom is where the magic of photography isexperienced and learned.35mm or 120mm film camera is required, digital camera is alsorecommended.Session A - 7 classes: Feb 26 - April 16, No class April 9Session B - 7 classes: April 23 - June 4Fee per session: $184/$165 members + Material Fee: $18 for chemicalsFee for both sessions: $368/$330 members + Material Fee: $35 for chemicals

Figure Drawing with JC English, Thursday’s 7:00 - 9:30pmStill Life Painting & Drawing with JC English, Wednesday’s 7:00 - 9:30pm

Adult Classes

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High School students may enroll in adult classes.Need-based scholarships are available. See page 17.

Become a member of the Art Center! See page 1.

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Craft + Clay with Donna RossAges 3 - 5 1:30 - 2:30pm Children will use hands and tools to explore art-making techniquesand media, including paint, paper, wood, found objects, clay andother unusual materials.14 sessions: Feb 24 - June 2, No class April 7Fee: $182/$164 members + Material Fee: $10

Pottery & Sculpture with Donna Ross Ages 4 - 7 3:30 - 4:45pm An introduction to hand-building techniques, the extruder, slab rollerand different types of clay. Children will gain a basic knowledge of theceramic process, including glazing and firing.14 sessions: Feb 24 - June 2, No class April 7Fee: $228/$205 members + Clay/Firing Fee: $30

Ceramics with Donna RossAges 8 - 155:00 - 6:30pmChildren will gain basic knowledge of the ceramic process includingglazing & firing. This class is an introduction to hand building, theextruder, & slab roller. Older students will experiment with the wheel.14 sessions: Feb 24 - June 2, No class April 7Fee: $273/$246 members + Clay/firing Fee: $30

Cartooning with Kevin Brownie Ages 5 - 9 5:00 - 6:00pm Explore cartooning with the emphasis on exploring the imaginationand creation of art. Basic drawing skills will be stressed as animportant element of the artists' tool kit. Develop drawing skills whileexploring what makes great cartoons and great cartoon characters. 14 sessions: Feb 24 - June 2, No class April 7Fee: $182/$164 members

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Adult + Tot Ceramics with Jeanne CarreauAdult + Ages 2.5 - 5 1:00 - 2:00pmExplore the magic of creating in clay using coil, pinch, and hand-building techniques. Projects range from pots to masks of your ownface, a pet, or a favorite character. Twins welcome.14 sessions: Feb 25 - June 3, No class April 8Fee for one Adult + Tot: $280/$252 members + Clay/Firing Fee: $30

Sculpture, Painting & Drawing with Donna Ross Ages 5 - 9 3:30 - 4:45pm Children will explore many art-making techniques and mediaincluding paint, paper, wood, found objects, and other unusualmaterials. Draw, paint, glue, cut, sculpt, and more.14 sessions: Feb 25 - June 3, No class April 8Fee: $228/$205 members + Material Fee: $10

Drawing & Painting with Donna RossAges 8 - 135:00 - 6:30pmIntroduction to drawing and painting, concentrating on still life,shading, shadowing, and shapes. Learn the basic drawingtechniques and explore the possibilities of paint.14 sessions: Feb 25 - June 3, No class April 8Fee: $273/$246 members + Material Fee: $10

Cartooning with Daniel DeNapoliAges 10 - 165:00 - 6:30pmLearn how to create your own cartoon characters and experimentwith techniques for drawing faces, figures, characters, andperspective. Manga and Anime techniques are also emphasised.14 sessions: Feb 25 - June 3, No class April 8Fee: $273/$246 members

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Adult + Tot Mixed Media with Lydia HassanAdult + Ages 2.5 - 5 10:30 - 11:30am Introductory class that explores sculpture, painting, collage and awonderland of unique assortment of materials. Come and enjoy themessy exploration that both you and your child will enjoy. Twins welcome.10 sessions: March 5 - May 14, No class April 9Fee for one Adult + Tot: $200/$180 members + Material Fee: $10

Cartooning with Dan DeNapoli, Wednesday’s 5:00 - 6:30pmSculpture, Painting & Drawing with Donna Ross, Wednesday’s 3:30 - 4:45pm

Adult + Tot Ceramics with Jeanne Carreau, Wednesday’s 1:00 - 2:00pm

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High School students may enroll in adult classes.Need-based scholarships are available. See page 17.

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Thursday One Day Workshops with Donna Ross

Fee per workshops $25/$22Fee per 4 - 12 workshops $20/$18

Ages 3 - 5 1:30 - 2:30pm

Mask ManiaCreate a colorful bejeweled mask for a masquerade ball or animaginary animal mask for unlimited fun, using a variety ofmaterials including glitter, feathers and tissue paper.

Jungle BoogieChildren will create a jungle diorama using twigs, leaves and mini animals.

Watercolor CollageCreate a personal collage using watercolors, the resistancetechnique, cut out images and add on decorations.

Bird Nests Using a cup cake paper holder, hay, threads, and yarn, kids willcreate a bird's nest that will hold a bird created with clay andfeathers.

Vegetable PrintingMake patterns with cut vegetables dipped in paint, be as creative as you like with patterns.

Decoupage DayUsing scissors, rubber cement, and various papers, kids will decoupage a treasure box for there keepsakes.

Sand CastlesKids will create a castle fit for a king or queen, made with wooden spools and colored sand.

DinosaursMake a dinosaur with wire, set on a base and mold clay around itand watch it come alive. Decorate with beads and markers.

RobotsCreate a fantasy robot using air dry clay, nuts & bolts, screws and other embellishments.

Paper MacheMake lady bugs, spiders and other creepy crawly's using Paper Mache, tissue and glitter.

Spring Placemats Using flower prints, stencils, paint and contact paper, create a sturdy placemats for mealtime fun.

PuppetsUsing fabrics, pompoms, pipe cleaners, yarn and googly eyes create your own hand puppet for hours of fun.

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One Day Workshops is a hands on, process-oriented,creative arts approach combined with imaginative play. This encourages young artistic potential. Children will

have an opportunity to create their own artwork and gain confidence in self-expression.

The projects promote creativity for children as theypaint, sculpt and design with a variety of media.

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Watercolor with Iris SchecterAges 4 - 74:00 - 5:00pmLearn basic techniques of this transparent and luminous medium tohelp you create beautiful landscapes, cartoons, illustrations, sea andlandscapes. Spontaneity and expressive qualities are encouraged.14 sessions: Feb 26 - June 4, No class April 9Fee: $182/$164 members

Drawing for High School Students with Donna RossAges 13 - 185:00 - 6:30pmLearn traditional drawing techniques. Use different dry media suchas charcoal and pastel. Work from still life with emphasis onaccuracy, light effects on form and perspective, and the importanceof strong composition. Engage in discussion and critiques of work.7 sessions: Feb 26 - April 16, No class April 9Fee $137/$123 members

Figure Drawing for High School studentswith Donna RossAges 13 - 185:00 - 6:30pmDraw the human figure in relation to space and volume. Gesture andexpressiveness of the human form and study of anatomy areemphasized. Poses with a nude female model and partially clothedmale model. A great addition to your art portfolio.7 sessions: April 30 - June 11Fee: $137/$123 members + Model Fee: $20

Pastel Drawing with Iris SchecterAges 7 - 115:15 - 6:15pmCreate artwork that radiates vibrant colors! Learn pastel techniquesof blending, overlay of color, creating patterns and color theory.14 sessions: Feb 26 - June 4, No class April 9Fee: $182/$164 members

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Jewelry Design I with Maria Elena Carullo Ages 8 - 1410:00 - 11:15amLearn the basics of jewelry design and construction using beads,wire, cord, chain, and found objects. Create pieces like rings andnecklaces.6 sessions: Feb 27 - April 3Fee: $98/$88 members+ Material Fee: $25, includes tools & beads.

Jewelry Design II with Maria Elena Carullo Ages 8 - 1410:00 - 11:15amLearn advanced techniques of jewelry design and construction usingbeads, wire, cord, chain, and found objects. Work on more complexpieces. Welcomed to bring in your own supplies.6 sessions: April 24 - May 29Fee: $98/$88 members + Material Fee: $25, includes beads & ss wire.

High School students may enroll in adult classes.Need-based scholarships are available. See page 17.

Become a member of the Art Center! See page 1.

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Watercolor with Iris Schecter, Thursday’s 4:00 - 5:00pmPastel wiith Iris Schecter, Thursday’s 5:15 - 6:15pm

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A R T M A K E R SAges 4 - 10 9:30 - 2:00pmFee per day: $68/$61 members

Session A: Feb 17, 18, 19 and 20Fee for the session: $234/$211 membersSession B: April 6, 7, and 8Fee for the session: $176/$158 members

Spend your vacation at the Art Center enjoying art activities likepainting, mixed media, drawing, sculpture, and theater arts.Work with different artists and have fun. Enroll as many days asyou like. Snacks provided and you bring a lunch.

A R T M A S T E R SAges 10 - 16 2:30 - 5:30pm

Session A: Sculpture & Mixed Media: Feb 17, 18, 19 and 20Fee per session: $156/$140 members + Material fee: $15

Session B: Painting & Drawing: April 6, 7, and 8Fee per session: $117/$106 members + Material fee: $15

Work in-depth with a visual artist. Take more time and havefreedom to explore creative ideas Concentrate on one art form.Individualized attention. Nutritious snack provided.

5% Sibling Discount for ART MAKERS & ART MASTERS

Birthday Parties

Celebrate your Birthday at the Art Center!

Ages 5 - Adult

Let us host your 2 hour birthday party by holding a

60 minute art workshop of your choosing. Children

may invite up to 17 guests and 5 adults.

Adults may invite up to 20 guests.

Hours are available on most weekends and some

weekdays and evenings. Please call at least one

month in advance of your desired party date.

Children’s party $289/$260 members.

Adult party$350/$315 members.

For assistance, please contact us at 914-738-2525

or info@pelhamartcenter.org.

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Painting, Drawing & Mixed Mediawith Susan KaufmanAges 6 - 1010:00 - 11:15amStudents will create works of art using a variety of techniques andmaterials, including tempera, watercolors, pencils, collage, andsculpture.14 sessions: Feb 28 - June 13No class April 11 & May 23Fee: $228/$205 members + Material Fee: $10

Still Life & Portrait Paintingwith Susan KaufmanAges 11 - 1811:30am - 1:00pmLearn basic fundamentals of getting a likeness of your subject.Develop good painting skills with an emphasis on techniques, valueand color relationships, composition and design. Material List Provided.14 sessions: Feb 28 - June 13No class April 11 & May 23Fee: $273/$246 members + Material Fee: $10

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Kevin Brownie: Mr. Brownie received his BA and BFA fromConcordia University, Montreal, and also studied at the BanffCentre for The Arts in Alberta and York University, Toronto. He hastaught in Ireland and at SVA and FIT in New York. His credits as abackground painter, storyboard, layout and animation artistinclude 'Heavy Metal', 'An American Tail II', Bugs Bunny shorts,Beavis and Butt-head, Saturday Night Live, C.O.P.S., Teddy Ruxpinand the Ace Ventura animated series.

Jeanne Carreau: Ms. Carreau was a master potter’s apprentice inJapan and then earned her MA at UC Berkley in East AsianStudies. Working with clay for 40 years, she has taught childrenand adults in California, Hong Kong, and New York and has shownher work in Tokyo, Hong Kong and New York. She currentlyteaches at the Pelham Art Center and the Clay Art Center.

Maria Elena Carullo: A jeweler since high school, she has workedin several areas of jewelry design. She now works on designs inbeaded jewelry, marketed by Mariele Garcia Co., and holdsdegrees in modern languages and educational administration.

Deborah Coulter: Ms. Coulter has a BA from The EvergreenCollege, Washington and also attended SVA and the University ofHartford Art School. A visiting artist at Solomon Schecter Schooland Mamaroneck High School, she currently teaches privately inWestchester and Connecticut.

Dan DeNapoli: Dan received a BFA from The School of Visual Arts,NY and studied at The Art Students League. Mr. DeNapoli hastaught children cartooning, painting, and drawing at TheWestchester Academy of Self Defense and graphic design andadvertising at The School of Visual Arts.

J.C. English: Ms. English is classically trained in oils, pastels, anddrawing and was an apprentice to Daniel E. Greene. She receivedher academic training at The Art Students’ League. Her work hasbeen included in many juried exhibitions and she has taught in thearea for over 20 years.

Hope Friedland: Ms. Friedland is an award-winning watercoloristwho has exhibited widely. She has also authored articles onelementary art education. As well as teaching adults, she is knownas "The Art Lady" from her workshops for the Westchester LibrarySystem.

Lydia Hassan: Ms. Hassan holds a BFA in Visual and PerformingArts from Syracuse University. Works for the Fox MeadowElementary School in the after school program and as a teachingartist for the Mid-Westchester JCC as a special education artteacher. She has eight years teaching experience in pre-school art,she enjoys the excitement that comes from introducing newmaterials to the youngest artists.

Susan Kaufman: Susan Kaufman has created murals and awardwinning exhibitions for museums, businesses, and private homes.For 20 years, she has taught students of all ages. She isCoordinator of Art School Programs and gallery curator for JCC ofMid-Westchester in Scarsdale.

Lisa Robb DirectorFilomena Iolascon Education & Outreach Program Manager

Elizabeth Saperstein Gallery & Public Programs ManagerBridget Bettke Finance Manager

www.pelhamartcenter.orgNicholas Kuskin: Mr. Kuskin teaches photography and Photoshopand has also taught in the UK and Belgium. Mr. Kuskin studied atGeorge Washington University with Jerry Lake and PurchaseCollege with Jed Divine. He works in a custom black and whitephoto lab.

Eleanor Miller: Represented by Fieldstone Fine Art in Ramsey NJ,Fredricks Galleries in Allenhurst NJ and Renaissance Gallery inOrangeburg NY. Member of the Salmagundi Club, NYC. Faculty:ROCA, St. Thomas Aquinas College (adjunct), NY.

Nora Le Morin: Nora Nirmala LeMorin was Certified to teach HathaYoga in 1992 at the Integral Yoga Institute in NYC. She serves ontheir Board of Directors and instructs in their Teacher CertificationProgram. Nora worked in a French traveling circus and walkedacross the US, but finds being a suburban mom and yoga teachersher wildest adventure yet.

Susan Nathenson: Ms. Nathenson received her BA fromWashington University and has exhibited and taught throughoutthe US, Europe and in Hungary. A member of the HungarianPotters Association, she has completed several residencies inHungary.

Donna Ross: Ms. Ross has a BFA from the School of Visual Artsand has taught children for several decades. She is a decorative,mural, faux painter and restorer for many private clients. She is analso an instructor at Scarsdale YMCA, Siwanoy School, and theJapan America Society.

Janet Shearn: A graduate of the Fine Arts Program of YorkUniversity in Toronto, Ms. Shearn has 22 years’ experience as atheatrical scenic artist on over 250 productions. She received acertificate in Botanical Art and Illustration from NY BotanicalGardens.

Iris Schecter: Ms. Schecter has recently worked as an art teacherat Eastchester Middle School. She has conducted numerous artworkshops for families at the Albright-Knox Museum. Ms. Schecterreceived her MA in art history from SUNY Purchase and her BS inArt Education from SUNY Buffalo.

Staff & Instructors

Pottery in the Evening with Susan Nathenson, Tuesday’s 7:00 - 9:30 pm

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Registration Info Registration FormPelham Art Center155 Fifth AvenuePelham, NY 10803-1503

tel 914-738-2525 fax 914-738-2686info@pelhamartcenter.org www.pelhamartcenter.org

Hours:

Tuesday - Friday: 10 - 5pm Saturday: 12 - 4pm

Member’s registration: January 6, 2009Open registration: January 20, 2009Term begins: February 23, 2009 Term ends: June 21, 2009

Payment methods: Credit card, check or cash accepted.

Scholarships + Payment plans: Need-based scholarships areavailable through grants from Westchester Arts Council, Town ofPelham, New York State Council on the Arts, Annual Fund andRobin’s Art+Giving Donors. All students must pay at least 25% offees. One scholarship per student per term is available. To apply, fillout a scholarship form available from the Art Center. Payment plansare available.

Emergency First Aid Forms: Students with a medical condition thatcould require administration of emergency first aid must providesigned consent and medical forms on file.

Rolling Registration: You may enroll in most classes after the class hasbegun. All fees are prorated except for materials & firing fees.

Class Cancellations: The Art Center reserves the right to cancelclasses and/or delay the class starting date. If cancelled, everyoneregistered will be notified and sent a full refund.

Weather Related Closing: If weather necessitates closing the Center,this information will be broadcast on WFAS 103.9 FM or 1230 AMand on the Center's telephone recording. Make up sessions arescheduled.

Refunds & Credits: Full refunds are made up to two weeks before thefirst class. Within two weeks of class, 25% of the fee is retained. Norefunds are made after classes begin.

Tax Identification: Pelham Art Center’s Federal ID # is 51-0164630.

Discounts: Members receive a 10% discount. Seniors receive 10% offclasses and Senior Members receive 20% off classes.

Materials Lists: Before classes begin, please contact the Art Center formaterial lists for adult classes.

Parking: Metered and disabled parking is near by. $.25 per 20 minutes

Directions: The Art Center is located in Pelham, NY at the corner ofFifth Ave. and Third St., across from Capital One Bank and nearLincoln Avenue.

Auto From North: Hutchinson Parkway South to Exit 12, E.Lincoln/Mt.Vernon. At exit ramp bear right at yield sign, at first light, turn right ontoLincoln Ave. Proceed 3 lights to Fifth Ave. and turn right. Proceed oneblock to Third St.

Auto From South: Take Hutchinson Parkway North to Exit 12, E.Lincoln/Mt. Vernon. At exit stop sign turn left onto First Ave. At firsttraffic light turn right onto Lincoln Ave. Proceed as directed above fromLincoln Ave.

Train: Metro North New Haven line to Pelham station. Walk two blocksnorth, crossing First St. and past the gazebo in the village green.

Bus: BeeLine #7 to Lincoln Ave and Fifth Ave. Walk one block southon Fifth. BeeLine #53 to Fifth Ave and Third Street.

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