The Arts
We Inspire—You Create
Artist Entrepreneur Series
$45 each seminar, or $199 for five part series:
- Have You Thought It Through? An Artist’s Introduction to Creating a Business
- Photographing Your Art
- Shout it Out! - PR & Marketing for Artists
- The Art of Email
- Entrepreneurs, Artisans and Taxes: Can we all get along?
Ceramics
Ceramic Creations
Jump into the exciting world of ceramics, led by Phill Ungar, a Shenandoah Valley ceramicist with more than 30 years of experience. Hands-on instruction covers trimming, surface decoration, glazing, and kiln firing; course fee includes studio time/ tools/supplies. Whether you're a beginner or a more advanced student, you will receive one-on-one instruction. Each course is $175 and runs for eight Tuesdays. BRCC Fine Arts Center V115
57384; Jan 31 - Mar 20, 4-6:15 pm
57389; Jan 31 - Mar 20, 6:30-8:45 pm
57388; Mar 27 - May 15, 4-6:15 pm
57390; Mar 27 - May 15, 6:30-8:45 pm
Ceramics: Formulating Glazes & Kiln Loading* NEW
Now that you’ve had several advanced courses, join this class to unravel the mysteries of formulating glazes and loading the kiln. Phill Ungar will review gram scale measurements, hold demonstrations on accurate kiln loading, and share techniques that will save time and enhance your focus. Bring your own paper mask to class each week.
57391; $99; Four Wednesdays, Mar 14 - Apr 4, 4-6 pm; BRCC Fine Arts Center V113
*May meet teacher recertification requirements. Call 540/453-2380 for details.
Hand-Building Ceramics NEW
Why not try your "hand" at a ceramics technique that is uniquely your own? If you've mastered wheel-throwing classes with Phill Ungar, or if you've wanted to try ceramics but haven't felt comfortable working on a wheel - this is the course for you! Learn an entirely different set of skills by first creating images or thought patterns - then bring those ideas to fruition with finished projects you'll be proud to call your own! Class will cover modeling, glazing and slab processes.
57343; $99; Four Wednesdays, Feb 1 - 22; 4-6 pm; BRCC Fine Arts Center V113
Hand-Built, Non-Functional Ceramics NEW
Your opportunity to make sculptural forms offers a new beginning in ceramics. Local artist Janly Jaggard (www.janlyjaggard.com) focuses on visual problem-solving within the design process, then follows with ways to implement your ideas into reality. Pinch, slab and coil-building and modeling will be covered; final surface treatments, such as use of slips, engobes, glazes and alternative materials will be woven into the program.
57376; $175, Six Thursdays, Jan. 26 - Mar 15 (no class 2/23 or 3/1), 6-9 pm; BRCC Fine Arts Center V113
Lids: Make ‘Em Right, Make “Em Tight! NEW
This small group class, led by Phill Ungar, will equip you with the skills you need to create perfect lids for your next pot, bowl, pitcher, or teapot.
57345, $99, Four Wednesdays, 4-6 pm; Apr 18, 25, May 2 & 9; BRCC Fine Arts Center V113
Creative Sight: See Your World in a Different Light NEW
Let Deb Booth help you unleash your inner creative genius in this two-part class as she incorporates discussion, laughter and sharing of ideas. Hands-on experiential creation helps expand your ways of “seeing past the ordinary.” Bring $5 for minimal supplies.
57393; $75; Two Thursdays, Feb 23 & Mar 1, 6:30-8:30 pm; BRCC Plecker Center
Drawing Basics
Designed for beginners and intermediate artists, you will use simple materials provided the by instructor, Brandon Wallace, to learn shading, composition, and the fundamentals of drawing. Get started on your path to creating, by accomplishing your drawing skills early!
57377; $95; Three Fridays, Feb. 10, 17, 24, 9 am -1 pm; BRCC Augusta Center 124
58592; $95; Four Fridays, Mar 16-Apr 6, 8:30-11:30 am; BRCC Fine Arts Center V203
Floral Watercolor Paintings
Discover the joy of creating floral watercolor paintings, as you learn basics of color mixing, brush work, composition, and how to prepare for a painting. Instructor Janet Cardwell demonstrates washes, values, compliments, and texture techniques, with projects geared toward individual experience levels. Registration confirmation will include a supply list.
62294; $150; Six Mondays, Mar 19-Apr 23, 6-8:30 pm; BRCC Harrisonburg Center 204
Linocuts: Beyond stamping, relief printmaking as art NEW
Relief printmaking is an old art, yet very contemporary. Barbara Gautcher, a local artist and teacher for 30 years, is an award winner in printmaking media: www.oasisartgallery.org/gautcher.htm. Explore traditional methods of printing, using inks, under paintings, and collage. Some drawing skills helpful, but not required. Bring $40; instructor provides supplies. Great fun!
57347; $120; 6 Thursdays, Feb 9–Mar 15; 6:30-9 pm; BRCC Harrisonburg Center
Mixed Media: Acrylic Collage with Found Objects NEW
Do you have a desire to explore the rich world of textures? Do you have a plethora of pictures, memorabilia and objects? Using line, shape, space, and especially texture and color, Barbara Gautcher will help you explore the possibilities these objects will have in your abstract compositions. Barbara is a mixed media artist, having taught painting, collage, printmaking, pottery and stained glass, and exhibits in local community art galleries. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the next group of adventure-seeking artists. No experience required – just bring your own sense of fun and wonder. Please bring $40 to the first class; instructor provides supplies.
57348; $120; 6 Thursdays, March 29 – May 3; 6:30-9 pm, BRCC Harrisonburg Center
Watercolors: Simple, Easy, and Fun! NEW
See how simple watercolors can be! Learn basic techniques and explore the potential of this forgiving paint medium. Instructor John Hancock is the current Shenandoah Valley Art Center president and longtime watercolor and water-media painter. Bring $25 for supplies, along with your willingness to explore and relax!
57397; $149; Four Fridays, Mar 23-Apr 13, 9am - noon; BRCC Fine Arts Center V205
2D Surface Design NEW
Whether you’re a quilter, aspiring textile designer, graphic designer, fashion designer, or furniture maker, you'll thrive in this 2D surface design course. You'll learn about issues of layout, balance, color, and positive/negative concepts. Artist and entrepreneur Janly Jaggard will inspire you to design for design’s sake.
57346; $155; Six Thursdays, Mar 29-May 3, 6:00-8:30 pm; BRCC Fine Arts Center V113
