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Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center777 Evening StreetWorthington, OH 43085614.431.0329McConnellArts.org

Hours:Tuesday – Thursday: 10am – 9pm Friday – Saturday, 10am – 5pmSunday: 12pm – 5pmClosed on Monday

FALL 2016 September through December 2016

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Dear Friends of the MAC,

Singing and dancing, movies and art, and music, music, music. This fall you can start to enjoy one of the most varied slates of events ever at the McConnell Art Center.

Singing? Opera Columbus will be presenting “Opera on the Edge,” and its abridged version of the timeless classic La Boheme, sung in English.

Dancing? Join us in November for the film Thinking on Their Feet: Women of the Tap Renaissance. The filmmakers sought out former vaudeville and MGM hoofers to create intimate portraits of the most influential living women tap dancers emerging from scenes in the studio, personal interviews and conversations. Jenai West, the director, will join us for an evening of chat and tap.

On View: The Faculty & Student Exhibition opens August 13th during the MAC Bash! You can meet our extraordinary art, music, film, photography and ceramics instructors. And you can enjoy their incredible works through October 9th. The work of Joe Anastasi will be on display from October 13 – December 31 in the Main Gallery, followed by Carol Hershey & the High Road Gallery, to kick off the New Year.

On Film: The MAC’s “Exhibition on Screen” Series will offer monthly films on the works of Goya, Beethoven, among others, and will take look at the variability of Renoir’s artistic reputation over the years. Speaking of taking a look, on October 14th you can watch Jimmy Stewart spy on his neighbors in one of Hitchcock’s top thrillers, Rear Window.

Music, Music, Music: Starting in November, Jazz at the MAC will kick off a series of Sunday performances featuring Aaron Scott. And once again the McConnell Arts Center Chamber Orchestra will have concerts throughout the year.

We look forward to seeing you around the MAC!

Jon Cook Executive Director

JOIN US THIS SUMMER

table of contents:

MAC Bash 3The BalletMet Classes 5Youth Classes 7Columbus Children’s Theater Classes 8Youth Workshops 8Adult Classes 9Yoga 16 Adult Workshops 17Volunteer Spotlight & FROMAC Information 19

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Cover image: Painting by Brigid Heid from Steven Walker’s Oil Painting Class

the staff at the MacJon cook, ExEcutivE DirEctor [email protected]

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andy herron, DirEctor of opErations [email protected]

Jenn Dalton, opErations & voluntEEr coorDinator [email protected]

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ON STAgE @ THE MAC

Mcconnell arts center chamber orchestra 2016/17 season concertsPlease visit our website for specific program information

sunday, november 20 at 3pm

sunday, february 5 at 3pm

sunday, May 14 at 3pm

TICkETS: $30 online, $35 at the door

Jazz @ the Mac featuring aaron scottTICkETS: $20 online, $25 at the doorsunday, november 6, 2016 at 3pm

Dave Powers trio plays the music of bob allen.

saVe the Dates for the rest of our exciting season:

sunday, January 29, 2017 at 3pm

sunday, March 26, 2017 at 3pm

an evening with Dwight lenox: brown eyes Does old blue eyesTICkETS: $20 online, $25 at the doorsaturday, october 15, 2016 at 8:00 pm

opera on the edge presents La Bohemethursday, october 27 at 8pmThis innovative program is designed to provide an introduction to opera for those who have no experience with the art form or who may not be inclined to attend a traditional performance. Sung in English and produced by Opera Columbus, this modern and emotional production pushes the boundaries of opera and how it relates to our fast-paced world. This production is in partnership with Opera Columbus.


café Macspend your tuesday night @ the Mac! every tuesday, 6:30 – 9:00pm fRee! WIfI, Music and java included!

Grab a cup of coffee @ the MAC, sit down, fire up your laptop or just hang in the gallery and listen to some music. We’ve got a variety of styles for your listening pleasure.

1st tuesday of each month — Ohio Fingerstyle Guitar Club2nd tuesday of each month — Matt Ellis and Standard Time3rd tuesday of each month — Ohio Fingerstyle Guitar Club4th tuesday of each month — Adam Schlenker informal jams5th tuesday (if there is one) — Ohio Fingerstyle Guitar Club

MACtastic SPECIAL EVENTS

our annual Mac bash!saturday, august 13: 9:00am – 3:00pm Come meet our wonderful art, music, film, photography, and ceramics instructors and see their incredible art work in our Main Gallery and view our talented students’ work in the Corridor Galleries. View our studios as we show off our inspiring educational programming, and shop for beautiful, hand-made art on the lawn made by many of our instructors and other local artists. The MAC Bash! is FREE and open to the public, so please mark your calendars and spread the word!

9am – yaRt Sale opens on the lawn

12pm – Mac faculty & student exhibitions Opening in the Galleries, MAC Faculty in their studios

3pm – event concludes

sundown – Gateway Film Center presents an outdoor, family-friendly screening of Spirited Away on our lawn

Mac blue eventthursday, september 29, 2016

Shake the mid-week blues, and help to support your favorite creative cause — the MAC! Dress in the Arts Centers’ signature blue, grab a blue drink while listening to the Blues and snacking on the colorful buffet. This is your once in a Blue Moon evening. TICkETS $40.

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ON VIEW @ THE MAC august 11 – october 9, 2016

annual Mac faculty show in the Main Gallery

annual Mac student show in the Corridor Galleryopening reception on saturday, august 13, 12:00 – 3:00pm during the Mac bash

Come one, come all for a special open house at the MAC Bash! Meet our wonderful art, music, film, photography and ceramics instructors and see their incredible art work in our Main Gallery. See the amazing work they inspire in their students in our Corridor Galleries. Visit our studios as we show off our inspiring educational programming. FREE and open to the public.

october 13 – December 31, 2016

Joe anastasi in the Main GalleryJoseph Anastasi and Art & Soul: An Intimate Portrait is a collection of portraits of our homeless in Columbus, Ohio. This series of paintings and drawings was created by Joseph Anastasi to build awareness and raise funds for the needs of the disadvantaged in our city. Anastasi is a member of The St. Agatha St. Vincent de Paul Society and for over ten years, he has worked, fed and raised funds for those in need. He is represented by Hammond Harkins Galleries in the Short North.

friends show in the Corridor Galleryopening reception thursday, october 13, 6:30 – 8:00pm

January 5 – March 12, 2017

carol hershey & the high Road Gallery in the Main Gallery

focus on Worthington high school artists in the Corridor Galleryopening reception thursday, January 5, 6:30 – 8:00pm

ON SCREEN @ THE MAC

exhibition on screen seriesfriday, september 16 at 7pm: Goya — Visions of Flesh & Blood

friday, october 21 at 7pm: A Beethoven Journey

friday, november 11 at 7pm: Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse

friday, December 16 at 7pm: Renoir — Revered and Reviled


Gateway film center Presents Rear Window @ the Macfriday, october 14th at 7pmJoin us for a special screening of one of Hitchcock’s top thrillers, Rear Window, presented by our new partner, the Gateway Film Center. A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.


thinking on their feet: Women of the tap Renaissance A film by Jenai West

tuesday, november 29 at 7pmIn the 1970s and ‘80s, several women dedicated themselves to resurrecting and revolutionizing tap dance. Determined to keep tap dance alive, they sought out former vaudeville and MGM hoofers and convinced them to return to the stage, as well as developed new and innovative concert choreography. The film shows intimate portraits of the most influential living women tap dancers emerging from scenes in the studio, personal interviews and conversations, as well as rare footage of performances and choreography. Featuring Brenda Bufalino, Heather Cornell, Lynn Dally, Anita Feldman, Jane Goldberg, Sarah Petronio, and Linda Sohl-Ellison. Jenai Cutcher West is graduate of OSU, who also tap dances, writes about dance, teaches dance, and makes dance movies.


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BALLETMET DANCE ACADEMY @ THE MAC

fun Intro sessions Introductory dance sessions with rotating themes and age groups. No prior experience required.Instructor: balletMetWednesdays 4:15 – 5:00pm oR saturdays 10:00 – 10:45am 6 week session dates: session I: Wednesdays, august 31 – october 5 oR saturdays, september 3 – october 8 Time for Tea Dance Party: for ages 4 – 6 years old by the first day of the session You’re invited to a tea party extravaganza! We will have a head-to-toe adventure with the help of tiaras, fairy wings, tutus and more. Students will share with parents on the last day.

session II: Wednesdays october 12 – november 6 oR saturdays october 15 – november 19 The Nutcracker Suite: for ages 5 – 7 by the first day of session The Nutcracker Sampler – come join BalletMet and experience some of the dancing that you see in the holiday classic

“The Nutcracker”! Each week you dare to move to a different part of the story, becoming different characters and dancing to that familiar music. Parents are invited in to see their very own Nutcracker performance at the last class!

session III: Wednesdays, January 4 – february 8, oR saturdays, January 7 - february 11 Storybook Dancing: ages 4 – 6 by first day of session Our time together will be filled with dancing, make-believe as we explore a popular fairy tale. Combining props, costumes and a little imagination, we will bring our story to life for parents on the last day.

session IV: Wednesdays, february15 – March 22 oR saturdays, february 18 – March 25 Peter Pan: ages 5 – 8 by the first day of session

session V: Wednesdays, March 29 – May 3 oR saturdays, april 1 – May 6 Leap into Spring: ages 4 – 6 by the first day of session Leap into spring as we use creative movements to explore our garden with buzzing bees, leaping ladybugs, galloping grasshoppers and flourishing flowers – come see how our garden grows on Parent Share Day.

FEE*: $86 | MAC MEMBER: $78Fee is per 6-week session. Please note there are no refunds for absences and as these are unique themed offerings, there are no opportunities for make-up classes.

Mac students receive two vouchers per class to any performance during balletMet’s 16/17 season, excluding the nutcracker.

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YEAR LONg CLASSES

CHILDRENS DIVISIONMini Movers 3 years by first day of session Instructor: balletMetsaturdays 12:30pm-1:00pm starting september 3Develops creativity and coordination with a focus on rhythm, movement, music, imagination and fun!

MONTHLY FEE*: $65 | MAC MEMBER: $59PAY IN FULL**: $555 | MAC MEMBER $500

creative Movement4 year olds (by september 30, 2016)Instructor: balletMettuesdays 4:30 – 5:15pm starting august 30 oRthursdays 4:00 – 4:45pm starting september 1Children 4 years old discover creative movement and self expression.


Pre-ballet5 and 6 years old (by september 30, 2016)Instructor: balletMettuesdays 5:15 – 6:00pm starting august 30 oRthursdays 4:45 – 5:30pm starting september 1 oRsaturdays 11:45 – 12:30pm starting september 3 Children study simple movement sequences emphasizing musicality and coordination.


foundations of ballet 17+ years (by september 30, 2016) Instructor: balletMetWednesday 5:00 – 6:00pm starting august 31 oRsaturdays 10:45 – 11:45am starting on september 3Introduces basic ballet steps, terminology and relationship to music.


STUDENT DIVISIONballet 1 8+ years (by september 30, 2016) Instructor: balletMettuesdays 6:00 – 7:15pm starting august 30 oRthursday 6:30 – 7:45pm starting september 1Enjoy a program designed to take the dancer from beginner to an advanced level of study. A healthful approach and guided progression builds and enhances the dancers’ body and technique. Live piano accompaniment in most classes.


exploring Dance7-12 years (by september 30, 2016)Instructor: balletMetWednesday 6:00 – 7:00pm starting august 31 Explores multiple dance styles and offers exposure to a variety of dance disciplines. Provides adolescents with cultural literacy and equips them with a life-long love of dance and the arts.


TEEN / ADULT OPEN DIVISIONopen ballet beginner 13 to adultInstructor: balletMetsaturdays 1:15 – 2:45pm starting september 3Enjoy a program designed to take the dancer from his or her earliest steps to an advanced level of study. A healthful approach and guided progression builds and strengthens the dancers’ body and technique.


*Monthly auto payment setup at time of first payment**Paid in full by September 1, 2016

balletMet’s 2016/17 academic year classes begin the week of august 29, 2016 and run through the end of May 2017. students may enroll at anytime in these on-going classes

providing space is available until february 1, 2017. after february 1st, we encourage you to look at our 6 week and summer programming.

for balletMet’s holiday closures & calendar Dates, Dress code, Policies & Procedures, please see our 2016/17 academy handbook.

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My lil art class (6 weeks)4 – 6 years | all skill levelsInstructor: freda abbott-ayodeletuesdays, september 13 – october 18: 5:00 – 6:00pm oRtuesdays, november 1 – December 6: 5:00 – 6:00pmThis beginner’s art class will explore basic drawing, painting and collage techniques while introducing the elements of art. Students will have the opportunity to make their own creative decisions and will complete a project to take home each week. Repeat registration encouraged as projects will be different each session.

FEE: $90 | MAC MEMBERS: $81 Master Classroom, main level

learn to Draw I (7 weeks)7 – 12 years | all skill levelsInstructor: stacey besstsaturdays, september 10 – october 22: 10:00am – 12:00pm Drawing is the foundation of the visual arts. We will learn how to see like an artist, develop the fundamental skills of drawing, and explore different drawing mediums. Each week will focus on different drawing techniques, work to build drawing skills and experiment in various mediums. Please come dressed to get messy!

FEE: $145 | MAC MEMBERS: $130 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level Bring: 8” x 10” sketchbook or similar in size

adventures in Photography (7 weeks)7 – 12 years | all skill levelsInstructor: stacey besstsaturdays, september 10 – october 22: 1:00 – 3:00pmDo you have a camera? Are you getting bored with taking selfies? Lets learn how to make amazing pictures with a camera! This class is an exploration of digital photography. We will learn how to use a camera, explore making interesting images; from portraiture to landscape subjects, candid and posed, still and action images. We will use, edit and manipulate our images in Photoshop as well as other editing software. No special equipment is required; any point-and-shoot digital camera, even an iPhone or iPod will work. You may bring your own camera (with all cables, charger, batteries, and memory card) or use one of the MAC’s cameras.

FEE: $145 | MAC MEMBERS: $130 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level

YOUTH CLASSES – VISUAL ARTS

stacey Besst discussing art with his students

learn to Draw II (7 weeks)7 – 12 years | all skill levelsInstructor: stacey besstsaturdays, november 5 – December 17: 10:00am – 12:00pm This class will build upon the skills from Learn to Draw I. Realism and abstraction will be two major focuses in this class. On one end learn to draw people and animals in realistic proportion and on the other learn to construct cartoons from simple lines. We will continue to deepen our understanding of shading and the use of value. Switch from the pencil to the paint brush and create imaginative landscapes of color! Please come dressed to get messy!

FEE: $145 | MAC MEMBERS: $130 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level Bring: 8” x 10” sketchbook or similar in size

the art of cartooning (7 weeks)7 – 12 years | all skill levelsInstructor: stacey besstsaturdays, november 5 – December 17: 1:00 – 3:00pm Learn how to develop a cartoon by writing the story and putting it together into a comic panel. Find inspiration, develop drawing skills, create characters, bring them to life, and polish your comic utilizing both traditional cartooning and digital techniques. Each week we will be exploring various cartooning mediums such as caricatures, character creation, comic strips, story telling, digital comics, cartoon making software and stop motion animation. Each class is project based and will build on the previous week.

FEE: $140 | MAC MEMBERS: $123 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level Bring: 8” x 10” sketchbook or similar in size, USB flash drive (2 GB or larger)

Youth acoustic Roots Music ensemble (7 weeks)14 – 17 years | all skill levelsInstructor: adam schlenkertuesdays, august 9 – september 20: 4:30 – 5:30pm oRtuesdays, october 4 – november 15: 4:30 – 5:30pm These sessions are designed to give intermediate musicians an opportunity to play music in a non-threatening, organized group setting. Learn how to interact with other instruments/musicians and gain a better understanding of the role of your own instrument. Charts/tabs and audio will be provided for each song. The skill level of each participant will be taken into account and no one will be asked to do more than they can handle. Songs from the American Roots Music catalog will be used. The ensembles are open to any acoustic instrument: vocal, guitar, mandolin, fiddle/violin, banjo, bass, dobro, ukulele, etc. We will meet one time per week for seven weeks and concludes with a performance for friends and family at the MAC on Tuesday, September 27th at 6:30pm and/or Sunday, November 20th at 3pm in the Main Gallery.

ENSEMBLE SESSIONS: $145 ENSEMBLE SESSIONS + 3 PRIVATE LESSONS (1/2 HOUR EACH): $205 Community Arts Room, 2nd level

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YOUTH WORkSHOPS

Play in a Day! back to school specialGrades 1 – 5 | all skill levelsInstructor: columbus children’s theatresaturday, september 17: 9:30am – 4:00pmSchool is back in session and it is time to get the creative juices flowing! Students and teaching artists will develop an original play about the trials and tribulations of the first day at school.

FEE: $105 | MAC MEMBERS: $95 Bronwynn Theater, main level

isavvy: social Media awareness for Kids (1 day)8 – 12 years | all skill levelsInstructor: Malerie torressaturday, september 24: 3:30 – 6:30pm oRtuesday, november 15: 4:30 – 7:30pmIn this technological age social media is influencing our culture more and more. Teens and children are accessing these platforms at a growing rate, often without a true understanding of the possible consequences of their digital presence. The iSavvy workshop taps into the power of the arts to engage kids in an interactive learning experience. It combines drama and art to delve into the world of social media and teaches emerging adolescents about the value of being safe, smart, and respectful. During the class, students will explore concepts of digital citizenship, information permanence, and cyberbullying through games and projects aimed at growing their awareness. This work will be done off-line in simulated exercises that will not be posted live. Please join us for parent share time in the last 20 minutes of class for students to share what they have learned through visual props and final performance.

FEE: $40 | MAC MEMBERS: $35 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level

ceramics: My first Plant(er)! (2 days)Grades K – 5th | all skill levelsInstructor: lauren Millersaturday, october 8: 10:00am – 12:00pm anDsaturday, october 15: 10:00am – 12:00pmWe will use our studio time to create hand built pinch pot planter week 1 and then, week 2 fill the fired planter with dirt and a seed to start our very own plant to add to the family garden! This is designed as a playful exploration of ceramics with the objective being to introduce your child to the joys of both ceramics and gardening.

FEE: $75 | MAC MEMBERS: $68 Includes first clay and lab/firing fees Ceramics Studio, lower level

Mini-camp creativity Days (full Day)Grades K – 8 | all skill levelsfriday, october 21: 9:00am – 4:00pm oRMonday, December 19: 9:00am – 4:00pm oRfriday, March 10: 9:00am – 4:00pmJoin us for a full-day, multi-disciplinary day camp that offers motivated youth an opportunity to explore the visual, performing, and literary arts. Sessions are taught by the MAC’s very own professional artists and may include special appearances by some of our creative partners such as the Columbus Children’s Theatre, the Thurber House, and Tiny Picassos. Each day will be different and we’ll confirm activities prior to the start of each day camp. Sign up for one or all for thrice the fun!

FEE: $75 | MAC MEMBERS: $68 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level

Play in a Day — Masquerade bash Grades 1 – 5 | all skill levelsInstructor: columbus children’s theatresaturday, october 29: 8:30am – 3:00pmShow off your latest Halloween costume! Students will create dynamic stories based on the unique characters they have chosen this Halloween.


Youth holiday ornaments for Gift Giving (2 weeks) 6 – 14 years | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesundays, December 11 – 18: 12:00pm – 2:00pm oR 3:00pm – 5:00pmDo kids need last minute gifts? They can join me for 2 Sundays and make any holiday ornaments, gift tags, and pendants. Hand-building work using cookie cutters and other design template shapes. If they want to make a certain image have them bring that on the first week, we will be glazing the second week.

FEE: $65 | MAC MEMBERS: $59 Includes first clay and lab/firing fees Ceramics Studio, lower level

Play in a Day — holiday Revue Grades 1 – 5 | all skill levelsInstructor: columbus children’s theatresaturday, December 17: 9:30am – 4:00pmGet pumped for the holidays by performing in a vaudeville-style holiday show! Students will learn about classic vaudeville theatre and work with teaching artists to create a memorable performance.


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ceramics: open studio sessions16 to adult | all skill level studio technician: susan Rice september, october, november, and December 1 – 18thWednesdays: 1:00 – 5:00pmfridays: 1:00 – 5:00pmsaturdays: 10:00am – 1:00pmEnhance your creative experience at the MAC. Work independently on projects during open studio time. Open to past and current MAC ceramics students; or by request, with experience. Students must provide their own clay. A studio assistant will be on hand to answer questions, but will be not instructing. Register for one or more months for twice the studio time!

MONTHLY PASS UP TO 25 HOURS FEE: $50 | MAC MEMBERS: $45MONTHLY PASS UP TO 50 HOURS FEE: $90 | MAC MEMBERS: $81 Drop-In Fee: $8/Hour | MAC Members: $5/Hour Ceramics Studio, lower level

ceramics: Wheel class (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: stacey bessttuesdays, september 6 – october 18: 6:00 – 9:00pm oRtuesdays, november 1 – December 13: 6:00 – 9:00pmWhether you are new to the potter’s wheel or have some experience, this course has something to offer everyone. Beginners will learn the basic skills necessary to make functional ceramic pieces, trimming and glaze application. Intermediate/advanced students will be able to refine their skills while learning new and exciting techniques. Students will receive one on one time with the instructor during each class. Access to the MAC’s open studio hours is included for length of the course.

FEE: $185 | MAC MEMBERS: $167 INCLUDES FIRST CLAY & LAB / FIRINg FEES Ceramics Studio, lower level

ceramics: Wheel class (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: lisa belskyWednesdays, november 2 – December 14: 6:00 – 9:00pmWhether you are new to the potter’s wheel or have some experience, this course has something to offer everyone. Beginners will learn the basic skills necessary to make functional ceramic pieces, trimming and glaze application. Intermediate/advanced students will be able to refine their skills while learning new and exciting techniques. Students will receive one on one time with the instructor during each class. Access to the MAC’s open studio hours is included for length of the course.


ceramics: Wheel class (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: susan RiceWednesdays, september 7 – october 19: 6:00 – 9:00pm oRsaturdays, september 10 – october 22: 2:00 – 5:00pm oRsaturdays, november 5 – December 17: 2:00 – 5:00pmWhether you are new to the potter’s wheel or have some experience, this course has something to offer everyone. Beginners will learn the basic skills necessary to make functional ceramic pieces, trimming and glaze application. Intermediate/advanced students will be able to refine their skills while learning new and exciting techniques. Students will receive one on one time with the instructor during each class. Access to the MAC’s open studio hours is included for length of the course.


ceramics: sculptural Vessels (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Marty shuter thursdays, september 8 – october 20: 6:00 – 9:00pmCreate a fantasy teapot, a whimsical casserole dish or a marauding mug. In this ceramics class we will push the functional into the fantastical with sculptural additions. Potters welcome! Turn your thrown dishes into one-of-a-kind works of art. No experience necessary. We will use molds and basic hand-building techniques to bring your imagination to life.


ceramics: serving Dishes (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Marty shuterthursdays, november 3 – December 22: 6:00 – 9:00pm *no class on thanksgiving Day*

Ceramic serving dishes make for perfect gifts, table centerpieces or functional serving items. No experience necessary! We will make bowls of all sizes and platters using hump and slump molds. If you are experienced on the wheel, we can work on this as well. We will use colorful slip to create your own one-of-a-kind decoration.


ADULT CLASSES — CERAMICS

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ADULT CLASSES & WORkSHOPS — CERAMICS

ceramics: creating a Garden oasis (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: lauren Millerfridays, september 9 – october 21: 10:00am – 1:00pm oRfridays, november 4 – December 23: 10:00am – 1:00pm *no class on thanksgiving Day*

This course is suited for any level of ceramic and plant enthusiast. We will spend the 7 weeks designing, making, and subsequently filling our individually designed garden oasis. This course will cover basic hand building (pinch, coil, slab and joining processes), throwing techniques (cup/bowl), and surface ornamentation. We will end the class with adding the final touch (the plants!) and have a group discussion of the final arrangements.


holiday ornaments (4 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructors: susan Rice & Dr. Julie Weatherington-Ricesundays, november 6 – 27: 12:00 – 5:00pm Would you like to learn how to make your own original holiday ornaments, gift tags, or pendants using various hand building techniques? Clay and old fashion salt dough will be used. We will be using many different techniques for making and decorating the projects. We will also have the opportunity to make your own cookie cutters and stamps from graphics that you provide.


susan rice giving demo in class

a series of Individual 1 day workshops geared towards in-depth discussions and techniques on specific topics starting september 11 and running through october 23, 2016. open studio does not apply to these workshops.

Intentional bowls15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, september 11: 12:00 – 5:00pm Would you like to learn to make a wheel thrown bowl on purpose? Take this workshop with me and we will learn about throwing all sizes of bowls with intention. Must have experience with wheel throwing or have completed a wheel throwing class with the MAC.


Introduction to surface treatment 15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, september 18: 12:00 – 5:00pm Would you like to upgrade your skills in decorating your pieces? We will take on many forms of surface treatments including; slip trailing, sgraffito, mishima, carving, marbling, and more. Please have an assortment of wheel/hand-built leather hard work made prior to the meeting of this workshop.


trimming — Painless Ways to trim Your bottoms 15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: susan Ricesunday, september 25: 12:00 – 5:00pm Would you like to step up your trimming repertoire and learn about new foot-ring styles? Please have an assortment of untrimmed leather hard wheel pieces made prior to the meeting of this workshop. We will also have time to throw 1 – 2 small pieces on the wheel for a few pre-trimming techniques. You must have experience with wheel throwing or have completed a wheel throwing class with the MAC.


slip trailing — slip sliding away 15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, october 2: 12:00 – 5:00pm Join me for a more in-depth focused workshop on slip making, coloring, and various application techniques. Please have an assortment of wheel/hand-built leather hard work made prior to the meeting of this workshop.


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handles – hold Me closer 15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, october 9: 12:00 – 5:00pm Pulled, Rolled, Slab, or Thrown; handles can be made more ways than you thought. We will also focus on handle attachments, so please have a few pieces of wheel/hand-built leather hard work made prior to the meeting of this workshop.


carving — stabbed, Gouged, chiseled, and hacked 15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, october 16: 12:00 – 5:00pm We will be focusing on various carving techniques to help embellish your work. We will cover the techniques of cut outs, sgraffito, mishima, relief carving, and more, while learning about the various tools to help you achieve the look you want. Please have an assortment of wheel/hand-built leather hard work made prior to the meeting of this workshop.


ADULT WORkSHOPS — CERAMICS

a series of Individual 1 day Workshops geared towards in-depth discussions and techniques on specific topics starting september 11 and running through october 23, 2016. open studio does not apply to these workshops.

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Glazing – how to help avoid the heartbreak 15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: susan Ricesunday, october 23: 12:00 – 5:00pm This workshop will cover various glaze applications along with matching the right glaze to the correct clay bodies. Also you will learn about the advantages of manipulating the temperature and time during glaze firings, which can help yield amazing results. Please bring finished bisque-ware ready to glaze for this workshop.


ceramic hand tools for the home and body15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: lauren Millersaturday, november 12: 10:00am – 1:00pmThis workshop is open to any level of ceramic enthusiast. We will use basic hand building skills (coil, pinch, slab, basic joining techniques) to create one of a kind tool. The object may be a commonly used item such as a spoon or garden spade, or it can be a tool created by the imagination of the maker. We will conclude the workshop time discussing the final objects and their intended use. This is designed as a playful exploration of ceramics with the objective being a single fired object the participant can pick up post firing (within two weeks of workshop date).


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ADULT CLASSES — PAINTINg & DRAWINg

Painting & Drawing open studio sessions15 to adult | all skill levelsstudio Monitor: Joyce fisher & barb carruthersthursdays, september 8 – october 20: 2:00 – 5:00pm oRthursdays, november 3 – December 22: 2:00 – 5:00pm *no class on thanksgiving Day*

Enhance your creative experience at the MAC and work independently on projects during open studio sessions. Open to all MAC painting & drawing students, or by request, with experience. Students must provide their own canvas and painting supplies. A studio assistant will be on hand to answer questions, but will not be instructing. Fee is waived for all students currently enrolled in a MAC painting or drawing class. Please see a MAC staff member in the admin offices on the 2nd floor.

MONTHLY PASS FEE: $40 | MAC MEMBERS: $36 Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd floor

large scale Painting15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Joseph lombardotuesdays, september 6 – october 18: 10:00am – 1:00pmNo experience is necessary, only a positive attitude required.This 7-week studio class will cover painting in large scale. We will complete one large painting over the seven-week period. Each class begins with a painting demonstration advancing the painting into the next step. After demonstration, students continue to work on their own large-scale painting with individual instruction. Students will develop control and build confidence in working large. Large scale is defined by the size of your vehicle and your ambition. 30”x40” is recommended but any size will work. Students will paint from their own photographs. Oil or acrylic painters are welcome all instructor demonstrations will be done in oil. No experience is necessary, only a positive attitude required.

FEE: $195 | MAC MEMBERS: $176 Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd floor Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50-100.

CERAMICS WORkSHOPSIndirect Painting: “Glazing”15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Joseph lombardotuesdays, november 1 – December 13:10am-1pmLearn the secrets used by the old masters to create luminous paintings with smooth transitions and indecipherable brush marks. The indirect painting process sometimes called “glazing” has been in use for centuries. Da Vinci used the indirect process to create the Mona Lisa. Students will learn to control the transparency and opacity of their paint and through many layers create compound colors and soft smooth gradations. Students will paint from their own photographs. Oil or acrylic painters are welcome. All instructor demonstrations will be done in oil. No experience is necessary, only a positive attitude required.

FEE: $195 | MAC MEMBERS: $176 Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd floor Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50-100.

pat Howard Blendon Woods Autumn, July 2015, from steven Walker’s oil painting class

Intermediate / advanced Painting: oils or acrylic (7 weeks)18 to adult | Intermediate/advancedInstructor: brent Paynetuesdays, september 6 – october 18: 2:00 – 5:00pm oRtuesdays, november 1 – December 12: 2:00 – 5:00pmThe focus of this course is traditional representational painting. There will be structured sessions where students will have the opportunity to paint from life (direct observation). In these sessions we will work primarily from the still life and discuss such topics as developing a under-painting, mixing colors, formal issues (the use of art elements: line, value, color, shape and texture), and design principles (composition), and constructing images through blocks of colors via a direct approach to painting. For these sessions students have the choice of using oil or acrylic paints. Through lectures we will discuss the works of historical and contemporary painters in relation to this course, and students will receive feedback on their work through individual and group critiques. In addition to the structured sessions, students will be allowed and encouraged to work on their own paintings. For example, the student may work from photos, or perhaps they want to create an abstract painting. The instructor is prepared to discuss how the student can create a more visually engaging work through use of art elements and design principles.

FEE: $195 | MAC MEMBERS: $176 Painting and Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50 – 100.

nude figure Drawing and/or Painting (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: angela Gagetuesdays, september 13 – october 25: 6:00 – 9:00pmStudents may draw or paint the human figure while working from models. We will cover proportions of the figure, as well as techniques and basics of drawing. Gain confidence while working with charcoal and/or pencils. No experience necessary. Price includes model fees.

FEE: $175 | MAC MEMBERS: $158 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd floor Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50.

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oil Painting from life (7 weeks)15 to adult | intermediate/advanced Instructor: fred fochtmanWednesdays, november 2 – December 14: 10:00am – 1:00pm oR Wednesdays, november 2 – December 14: 2:00 – 5:00pmLearn to create oil paintings from the practice of direct observation or painting from life. This class will explore the many building blocks of the painting process, with emphasis on the importance of drawing and value as essential components in painting from life. The subjects of study may include still life, landscape, figure and interior. Recognizing that painting is a process requiring continued practice and exploration, this class will add another tool or set of ideas to compliment your growth as a painter. Some previous oil painting experience suggested. For beginners, please see Oil Painting 101 with Angela Gage.

FEE: $175 | MAC MEMBERS: $158 Digital Imaging Studio, lower level Bring: Supplies list on our website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Road. Approx. $50 – 100

foundation of Drawing (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: angela GageWednesdays, september 14 – october 26: 2:00 – 5:00pm oRtuesdays, november 8 – December 20: 6:00 – 9:00pmDrawing is the foundation for the visual arts. Focus on the basics, build skills, and learn how to see as an artist, while working from your own photos, a personal still life, and more. Gain confidence while experimenting with pencils, charcoal, pastel and ink.

FEE: $175 | MAC MEMBERS: $158 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: Supplies list on our website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Road. Approx. $50

oil Painting 101 (7 weeks)15 to adult | beginningInstructor: angela GageWednesdays, september 14 – october 26: 6:00 – 9:00pmLearn how to paint using oils. We will work on projects including the human figure, still-life and landscape while working from photographs. We will cover proportions of the figure, as well as techniques and basics of painting. Gain confidence while working with paint. No experience necessary.

FEE: $175 | MAC MEMBERS: $158 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: photo reference. Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50 – 100

michelle Geissbuhler in steven Walker’s oil painting class

PAINTINg & DRAWINg

Pastels (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: angela GageWednesdays, november 9 – December 21: 2:00 – 5:00pmIs it drawing or is it painting? It’s both! Learn the basics of this vibrant and versatile medium and discover how to use color and line to create expressive works of art. Building upon the skills you have used and learn how to take this vibrant, versatile medium and take your artwork to the next level.


Intermediate / advanced oil Painting (7 weeks)15 to adult | intermediate, advancedInstructor: angela GageWednesdays, november 9 – December 21: 6:00 – 9:00pmCreate your choice of dynamic and captivating landscape painting or personal still life painting. Explore the basic elements of design: color, composition and depth, and gain a fundamental understanding of painting materials and techniques.

FEE: $170 | MAC MEMBERS: $153 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: photo reference for landscape. Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50 – 100.

composition by Design (7 weeks)12 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Jim GloverWednesdays, november 2 – December 14: 2:00 – 5:00pmA brilliantly painted picture with poor composition will fail to impress, but even if poorly painted, a strong composition will stand on its own feet. This class will center on learning to understand how the viewer’s eye can be led to a center of focus by designing a painting around composition. Preliminary work will lead to working on a painting to completion using principles learned in class.

FEE: $210 | MAC MEMBERS: $189 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50 – 100.

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PAINTINg & DRAWINg & PHOTOgRAPHY & PRINTMAkINg

Painting with a Palette Knife (7 weeks)12 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Jim GloverWednesdays, november 2 – December 14: 6:00 – 9:00pmThis class will engage the student’s new familiarity with mixing oil colors with the palette knife to produce one or more finished pieces of art. Students will choose to work from their own photos, still life objects, or their own imagination. Hands-on instruction helps in manipulating the knife and “carving” paint in a dimensional way to capture a likeness of the subject matter. This class is beneficial for beginning to advanced artists. Deomonstrations will be provided with a running dialog to explain the process, and to ensure enthusiasm and success during the painting process.

FEE: $210 | MAC MEMBERS: $189 Master Classroom, main level Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50 – 100.

expressionism Painting in acrylics (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Mary Pat turnerfridays, september 9 – october 21: 10:00am – 1:00pm oRfridays, november 4 – December 23: 10:00am – 1:00pm *no class on thanksgiving Day*

We will discuss how Impressionism marked a shift towards abstraction, and study the transition from strict observation to an expression of the artist’s inner world. Along with these discussions we will create our own expressionist paintings by working from life and photographs. We will immerse ourselves in the possibilities color has to offer, and embrace new ways of visualizing the world. I encourage each student to experiment with acrylics and develop their own personal voice.

FEE: $195 | MAC MEMBERS: $176 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor Bring: Canvas, canvas panels or boards would be supplied by the student. Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd. Approx. $50-100.

beginner DslR Digital Photography (4 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: barb schwartzWednesdays, september 7 – 28: 6:45 – 8:45pmDo you have a new DSLR, and are looking for help on how to use it, or just want to get out of auto mode? In this fun and informative class, you will learn easy and successful techniques to get better photos with your camera. Hands-on lectures, 3 projects, and helpful critiques are specifically designed to improve your skills in photography. Topics covered will be camera controls, modes, shooting in Manual mode, and how to choose the correct image resolution, exposure and focus. We will also cover photo composition, lenses, and using available light and flash to create beautiful photographs.

FEE: $90 | MAC MEMBERS: $81 Master Classroom, main level Bring: DSLR camera, memory card, fully charged batteries, and your camera’s full instruction or user manual. *Note: The instruction manual for your camera is not the Quick Start guide. For this class, you will need your complete instruction manual that covers everything on your camera, and has an index in the back. It might be on a CD that came with the camera, and is also usually available online. Please bring this manual to class on a laptop, tablet, or printed out.

altered books and other adventures in bookmaking (6 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Juliette Montaguesaturdays, september 17 – october 22: 1:00 – 4:00pmThis is a great class for anyone who would like to explore bookmaking and alternative ways to create personalized journals and sketchbooks using a variety of materials. Make your own sketchbook or journal out of a discarded book and explore other bookmaking techniques by hand. In this workshop, learn simple binding and folding techniques as well as a variety of ways to create altered art in your journal or sketchbook using image transfers, painting, stamping, collaging, and sewing to name a few.

FEE*: $210 | MAC MEMBERS: $189 *Includes ream of paper (for the signatures in the books), needles and thread Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: photographic images, PVA glue, packing tape, collage materials, scissors, specialty papers, exact-o knives, etc.

linocut Printmaking — create Your own holiday cards (6 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Juliette Montaguesaturdays, november 5 – December 10: 1:00 – 4:00pm Perfect for holiday cards and gifts, this course introduces students to the bold art of Linocut. Positive and negative space is emphasized as students make use of design fundamentals to simplify what they see into decisive, visual elements. Students will also learn how to use line as a method of shading as they concentrate on mark making in order to create tone and contrast. Introduction starts with black and white prints and then moving on to color with the reduction print process. Fee includes paper and ink.

FEE: $210 | MAC MEMBERS: $189 Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor Bring: soft cut linoleum available from Dick Blick, some masking tape, as well as images, ideas for your projects

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ADULT CLASSES — MUSIC ENSEMBLES

acoustic roots music Ensemble with adam schlenker

acoustic Roots Music ensemble Recording session (3 weeks)17 to adult | intermediate Instructor: adam schlenkertuesdays – thursdays, november 29 – December 15: 7:30 – 9:00pmExpanding on the Acoustic Roots Music Ensemble program, this is a 3 week recording workshop. One ensemble will rehearse and record and 3-4 song EP. Songs will be selected from the traditional catalogs.

Over the course of 3 weeks (9 sessions total) we will rehearse, arrange and record 3-4 songs. The recording process will be based on a “multi-track” approach. During weeks 2 & 3 we will schedule individually to come in and record their parts.

Week 1: Rehearse and arrange the songs. All students at all three sessions.

Week 2: Focus on recording the “rhythm section” for each song (Bass, rhythm guitar, backup mandolin, backup banjo etc…)

Week 3: Focus on recording solos for each instrument and all vocals (lead and harmony)

ENSEMBLE SESSIONS: $195 Community Arts Room, 2nd level

acoustic Roots Music ensemble (8 weeks)17 to adult | intermediate Instructor: adam schlenkertuesdays, october 4 – november 15: 7:30 – 9:00pm oRWednesdays, october 5 – november 16: 7:30 – 9:00pm oRthursdays, october 6 – november 17: 7:30 – 9:00pm oRsaturdays, october 8 – november 19: 10:30am – 12:00pmThese sessions are designed to give intermediate musicians an opportunity to play music in a non-threatening, organized group setting. Learn how to interact with other instruments/musicians and gain a better understanding of the role of your own instrument. Charts/tabs and audio will be provided for each song. The skill level of each participant will be taken into account and no one will be asked to do more than they can handle. Songs from the American Roots Music catalog will be used. The ensembles are open to any acoustic instrument: vocal, guitar, mandolin, fiddle/violin, banjo, bass, dobro, Ukulele, etc.. We will meet one time per week for seven weeks and concludes with a performance for friends and family at the MAC on Sunday, November 20th at 3pm in the Main Gallery. You may sign up for one day a week, or two days for twice the playing.

Ensemble Sessions: $155 Ensemble Sessions + 3 private lessons (1/2 hour each): $215 Community Arts Room, 2nd level

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Yoga basics (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: stacie stormertuesdays, september 6 – october 18: 10:00 – 11:00am oRtuesdays, november 1 – December 13: 10:00 – 11:00amAre you curious about starting a yoga practice or are you a seasoned practitioner who could use a refresher on yoga fundamentals? This active, yet relaxing class will leave you feeling calm, yet energized, supple yet strengthened. We will focus on the elements of a safe and stimulating yoga practice and modifications will be offered and encouraged.

FEE: $75 | MAC MEMBERS: $67 Dance Studio, lower level Bring: yoga mat, bolster, block, strap and thick blanket is optional

Inspiration Yoga (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: stacie stormertuesdays, september 6 – october 18: 7:30 – 9:00pm oRtuesdays, november 1 – December 13: 7:30 – 9:00pmCreativity is a whole-body experience and yoga can be a facilitator. Through this active, yet relaxing yoga practice we will use the mind-body-spirit connection to stimulate your creativity. We will embody the elements of the creative process, such as ambiguity, vulnerability, curiosity and play. Everything is welcome. A meditative environment will be maintained after class to provide space and time for personal reflection to journal or sketch or simply sit. This class is appropriate for beginning and experienced yoga practitioners, as modifications will be offered and encouraged.

FEE: $110 | MAC MEMBERS: $100 Dance Studio, lower level Bring: yoga mat, bolster, block, strap, a thick blanket is optional and creative media if you wish

Renaissance Yoga (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: stacie stormerthursdays, september 8 – october 20: 10:00 – 11:00amMany tout Michelangelo’s David as the epitome of beautiful sculpture and human form. In this active yet relaxing yoga practice, we will tour our very own marvelous bodies with the same sense of curiosity and wonder. This class is appropriate for beginning and experienced yoga practitioners, as modifications will be offered and encouraged. Bring your yoga mats and experience a renewed connection to your spirit, mind… and body.

FEE: $75 | MAC MEMBERS: $67 Main gallery, main level, first and last class only Dance Studio, lower level, remaining classes Bring: yoga mat, bolster, block, strap and thick blanket is optional

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Masterpiece Yoga (7 weeks)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: stacie stormerthursdays, november 3 – December 15: 10:00 – 11:00am What is your most moving art experience? What is that one piece of artwork or performance that inspired to you to experience your life differently? Bring that memory of that transcendent art experience to class to share and we will build our 8-week yoga practice on it. This class is appropriate for beginning and experienced yoga practitioners, as modifications will be offered and encouraged. Bring your yoga mats and reconnect to your inspiration.

FEE: $75 | MAC MEMBERS: $67 Dance Studio, lower level, (Main gallery, main level, last class only) Bring: yoga mat, bolster, block, strap and thick blanket is optional

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Using transparent colours to enhance the figure (2 days)17 to adult | intermediate/advancedInstructor: fran Mangino Wed - Thur, september 7 & 8: 10:15am – 4:30pm Join us for a wonderful intermediate/advanced watercolor workshop. Students will work alongside the instructor from the same photograph (provided). Instruction will be analyzing the human form, simplifying the portrait painting in a dark, rich background while keeping the colors transparent on the figure. Please bring a sack lunch OR enjoy one of the many local restaurants in Old Worthington.

FEE: $125 | MAC MEMBERS: $113 *Includes all encaustic medium and paint stick supplies Master Classroom, main level

encaustic collage Painting (1 day)15 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Juliette Montaguesaturday, september 10: 10:00am – 5:00pmIn this class, learn basic encaustic collage, assemblage and image making techniques to expand your mixed media art making! You will learn how to create beautiful layered works using the ancient media of natural beeswax to create collages, embed three dimensional objects, incorporate stenciled and transferred imagery, explore sgraffito techniques and create custom colors of encaustic paint. This workshop is great for both beginning and experienced artists. Beeswax and paint will be included in the cost of the workshop — but wood panels and collage materials will need to be additionally purchased.

FEE: $110 | MAC MEMBERS: $99 *Includes all encaustic medium and paint stick supplies Painting & Drawing Studio, 2nd level Bring: Scissors, photos or photocopied images, collage papers and any other collage items both 2D and 3D that you might want to include as well as one studio artists wooden panel from Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd.

landscape in triad: Yellow, Red and blue (1 day)18 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Kevin bucklandsaturday, september 24: 9:00am – 4:30pmThis is a workshop teaching the use of just three paint colors yellow, red, and blue to complete a landscape painting. Included in the workshop is personal instruction, several handouts, a painting demonstration, and positive critique of attendees work. There will be one hour for lunch around noon; bring a sack lunch or enjoy one of the many local restaurants in Old Worthington.

FEE: $85 | MAC MEMBERS: $77 Master Classroom, main level Bring: Supplies list available on website or at Blick Art Supplies on Sawmill Rd.

ADULT WORkSHOPS

how to earn a living in Music Performance (2 days)16 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Matt Munhall & Matt Paetschsaturdays, november 12 & 19: 10:00am – 4:00pmLearn the practical skills that are essential for making a living in music performance that you won’t necessarily learn in private lessons or the conservatory. Being a proficient or even excellent musician does not translate into running a successful business. In this workshop we will light the way to following your dreams and paying the bills. The main topics discussed will include diversification of work and the pay that comes with different performing opportunities, personal communication skills, professionalism and etiquette, balancing realistic goals with high hopes, social media, copyright and performance royalties, as well as taxes. Matt Paetsch is a bassist who graduated from OSU in jazz studies and has performed over 200 shows a year for over 15 years. He also teaches college music majors at Kenyon College. He has played all kinds of music in all kinds of situations. Matt Munhall is a pianist and singer/songwriter who has also performed in many different concert halls and venues over the last 15 years. Please bring a sack lunch OR enjoy one of the many local restaurants in Old Worthington.


tips to Writing excellent character Development15 to adult | all skill levelsInstructor: Robin YocumWednesday, october 5: 6:00 – 8:00pmHow will your develop characters for your next novel? Will they be contrived from your imagination, or derived from people you already know? Or perhaps a combination of both? Central Ohio novelist Robin Yocum will lead a class on how to develop compelling characters. In reviews of his latest novel, A Brilliant Death, Shelf Awareness said, “Robin Yocum has a knack for nuanced characters,” while Examiner.com said, “The characters are polished and clever.” Join Robin for what promises to be an entertaining and educational class.


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holiday ornament Making16 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Marty shutersunday, December 4: 1:30 – 4:00pmRepurpose your old Christmas Cards for a delightful Christmas Ornament. We will be using Christmas cards and card stock to create a 20-sided paper ornament with a ribbon loops. This colorful ornament is made using scrapbook hole punches 1.5” or 2” in diameter for the resulting ornaments 3-5” in diameter. Bring your old cards. Additional cardstock, ribbons and glue will be provided.


the artist Way Workshop (2 days)adult | all skill levels Instructor: Joyce fishersaturday, october 1 & 8: 10:00am – 1:00pmYou are an artist! But are you stuck? Can’t get started? You need to recover your creativity and this workshop can help! We will begin by discussing Julia Cameron’s best-selling book, The Artist’s Way to discover causes of potential blocks. Then we will let our inspiration loose. Expect to get paint-splattered as we jump-start our creative juices and have fun! Please wear clothes appropriate for making art. Also please read the Introduction and familiarize yourself with Spiritual Electricity, Basic Principles, and Basic Tools of The Artist’s Way prior to class.

FEE: $80 | MAC MEMBERS: $72 Master Classroom, main level Bring: The Artist’s Way, an 8 x 10 spiral notebook, 2 – 3 magazines (these will be used for collage).

ADULT WORkSHOPS

henri Matisse Paper cut-outs Workshop (1 day)14 to adult | all skill levels Instructor: Patrick Durkinthursday, october 13: 6:30 –9:00pm oRthursday, December 15: 6:30 –9:00pm2014 was the year Matisse’s Cut-Outs captivated the art world. His exhibitions at The Tate Modern Museum in London and MOMA in NYC set an all time attendance record. Matisse’s contemporaries described his ultimate method as “the audacity of simplicity.” Although universally regarded as art’s greatest colorist, Matisse considered the Cut-Outs his life’s greatest achievement. This workshop will open with Durkin’s short documentary film, “Matisse’s Ultimate Method,” followed by detailed instructions on how to create your own paper cut-out masterpiece. Even if you think you have zero artistic ability, this workshop allows you to create a piece of art that will wow! Anyone, regardless of age or talent will walk away with a dynamic, colorful fine art original. This fun and inspiring workshop re-imagines his concept in an effort to bring the joys of creating to everyone. All materials - a hand painted 16 x 20 inch foam core canvas, hand painted paper, scissors, glue, brushes, bowls and sponges will be provided by the instructor. A second cut-out composition can be created on the reverse side of your canvas.


altered Books & other adventures in Bookmaking with Juliette montague

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friends of the Mcconnell arts center (fRoMac) Join usAs members of FRoMAC, we provide important support to the MAC by volunteering for many events at the center. These range from ushering at concerts in the theater to hanging art work for exhibitions in the galleries to conducting tours for elementary school students. Whatever your talents or interests may be, we have a place that will fit you perfectly.

Another important part of our mission is to support local art education. We are very pleased that each year we are able to award an art scholarship to a talented graduating senior attending a high school in the Worthington Public School District.

In addition, we hold four general meetings each year. These fun and informative meetings include presentations by talented artists from many different fields, as well as opportunities to socialize and to meet new people.

FRoMAC is open to everyone wishing to support the MAC and local art education. The membership fee is $25.00 annually.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

to join or for more information, please contact suzy lucci, ([email protected])

gET INVOLVED @ THE MAC!

Volunteer spotlight: tam Dalrymple, front Desk face & Writer extraordinaire in her own words: The other day I was talking with a friend about my volunteering at the McConnell Arts Center.

“That’s cool,” she said. “That’s why I do it,” I replied. “So people will think I’m cool.”

Let’s face it, we volunteer for things because we get something out of it, even if it’s just that cool fuzzy volunteer feeling. At The McConnell Arts Center you can get the fuzzy feeling, discounts on classes, free admission to MAC events, and more.

When I am being very cool I’ll toss out a phrase like, “over at The MAC” or, “a class at The MAC.” This can prompt people to ask what “The MAC” is, which gives me an opportunity to enjoy another benefit of volunteering at the MAC: being in the know about so much of the arts scene in the Worthington area. What kinds of things are being planned for the Worthington Arts Festival this year? How about the Fourth of July? And like a good volunteer, I can point folks to The MAC Web site for the latest information.

You can get information on how to volunteer at the MAC right here. And stop by the front desk on Thursday afternoons. I will be there, being helpful. Oh, and cool.

Volunteer at the Mac!The MAC produces and hosts over 250+ events each year and we could not do it without the support from our volunteers. If you are interested in lending a hand during one of our many, varied, creative arts experiences, concerts, receptions and other special events, please contact Jenn Dalton, [email protected] to be added to our database. Every month volunteers receive an email with all upcoming opportunities. The perk of volunteering is attending said event for free. We hope you will take part and volunteer to bring art, music, film, dance, theater and more into your life and into our community!

photo by christine matlak taken in Barb schwartz’s Digital photography class

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