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Course Catalog Welcome to Annmarie Garden’s Studio School – a new endeavor presenting creative offerings for all ages and abilities! At the Studio School, you will find classes and workshops offered in a relaxed and friendly arts environment that will inform and challenge the beginning or experienced student. Our classes represent a range of subjects, media, and techniques and are taught by skilled practicing artists and educators who will help you define and work towards your own artistic goals. Come to the Studio School and let our studios, talented and supportive faculty, and beautiful setting enrich your life! |
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| The Studio School features a variety of classes for all ages and abilities - see this page for infomation | |||||
Click Here to Download a Course Catalog 2008 Summer Catalog |
Click Here for: Kids and Families Weekend Workshops Feel-good Programs |
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Summer Art Camps: week-long fun for school-aged kids! Note to Parents: All camps start promptly at 9 am. Students should bring a bagged lunch. Camps end at 4:30; all students must be picked up by 5pm. Some camps require a small lab fee, payable to the instructor on the first day of camp. For more information, contact Jaimie Jeffrey at the Garden office, 410.326.4640. |
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Modern Art Madness Ages 5-8 August 4-8 9am - 5pm $150 Discover modern art masterpieces and create art in the style of famous modern artists. Students will learn about a different artist each day. After lunch, students will put their painting skills into action….real action! Throw it, bounce it, roll it, how many ways can we make a painting? Each student comes away with a variety of colorfully expressive paintings. |
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Playtime Art: Dolls & Storybooks Explore the world of art dolls and art books as we make paper dolls, wire dolls, clay dolls, and more. In the afternoon, students will design storybooks by re-inventing an old one using painting, drawing, and collage techniques. Each child comes away with one storybook and several different dolls. |
Young da Vincis: Sketch Journals This class encourages students to try their hands at nature journaling which was utilized by famous minds such as Leonardo da Vinci. Explore objects in nature while recording observations in sketch journals. Various activities help to develop drawing and writing skills. Students will be encouraged to display both drawings and writings about the objects they encounter. |
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One Body, One World In this camp, students will be introduced to creative activities that contribute to a healthier world. Morning yoga, eco-art projects, team-building games, and art |
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Mad Hatter’s Throne Throw it, stomp it, whack a tree! |
Rock Paper Scissors
Create art by using rock, paper, and scissors! Make sculpture and garden art from rocks and clay. Learn to make paper from scratch, and design and build your own book. Students come away with a different finished artwork everyday! |
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Accessorize, Accessorize Create beads, belts, bags, and bangles to accessorize in with style. Learn techniques in polymer clay for designing vivid beads and jewelry. Complete your look by turning colorful wool into felted bags perfect for an iPod or cell phone. |
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Go BIG! Go BOLD! |
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Not JUST a Lemonade Stand Design, build, and decorate a playful lemonade stand with wood and recycled materials. Make mosaic benches for seating around your lemonade stand. Class members will use this lemonade stand to sell lemonade at Annmarie Garden on Saturday, July 26th and at the Halloween event on October 25th. Final proceeds will be donated to a charity of the class’s choice. An excellent lesson in social responsibility as well as art and design. All students come away with a mosaic bench and the satisfaction of knowing their skills were used to help a worthwhile cause. |
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About Studio School Summer Camps: All camps start promptly at 9 am and run until 4:30 pm. Students may arrive at 8:45am and must be picked up by 5pm. Students should bring a bagged lunch. Some camps require a small lab fee, payable to the instructor on the first day of camp. Students will not be permitted to use cell phones, iPods, or digital cameras during class instruction time. Annmarie Garden does not assume responsibility for student belongings. Students should wear old clothing that can be painted on. For more information, contact Jaimie Jeffrey at the Garden office, 410.326.4640. |
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| Art Series for Kids: multi-week programs | |||||
Drawing Re-invented: Thinking WAY Out of Line! Saturdays, 10-12pm Ages 7-11 5/10 – 5/31 Member/Non-member -- $100/110 Instructors: Jeannie Monico/ Vanessa Vizcarrondo
This series encourages students to rethink the notion of drawing by attempting to draw with a mixture of materials, such as brushes, fabric, wire, and materials found in nature. By using alternative materials and surfaces, students will learn to draw what they see, and will better understand how to use line quality to portray their surroundings. |
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NEW! Start to Art Sessions 18 mos. - 3 yrs June 10 August 12 |
Picture This! Art + Story Sessions Ages 4 - 6 |
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Around the World on Artsy Days Ages 7 - 12 |
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NEW! Kids’ Yoga Ages 4 - 6 or 7 - 10 Basic yoga postures build self-esteem, develop body-awareness, improve concentration, and promote flexibility as students discover then fun and relaxation of yoga. |
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NEW! Creative Movement Ages 3 - 5 Designed for little ones, this class stresses coordination, motor skills, musical awareness, spatial awareness, and listening skills. Special music and musical instruments help engage the students’ attention and imagination. Hosted by Abigail Francisco’s School of Classical Ballet. |
NEW! Pre-Ballet Ages 6 - 8 This class solidly prepares students to advance to the first level of the Vaganova method of ballet. Students are taught the basic fundamentals of the ballet technique and develop the self-discipline necessary to continue to the study of classical ballet. Hosted by Abigail Francisco’s School of Classical Ballet. |
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NEW! Jazz Dance Class Ages 7 - 9 |
NEW! Songwriting for Teens Ages 13 - 18 |
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| Workshops for Kids: weekend and one-day workshops | |||||
Young da Vincis: Nature Sketch Journals Ages 11-14 Saturday and Sunday, 1-4pm 5/17- 5/18 Member/ Non-member -- $60/70 Instructors: Jeannie Monico/ Vanessa Vizcarrondo
This class encourages students to try their hands at nature journaling which was utilized by famous minds such as Leonardo da Vinci. Students will be exploring objects in nature while recording observations in their sketch journals. Students will be encouraged to display both drawings and writings about the objects they encounter. |
Kids Ceramics: Clay Dragons! Ages 9-14 Saturday, 1-3:30pm 5/31 Member/ Non-member -- $65/75 Instructor: Sarah Houde
Learn basic hand-building techniques as you sculpt you own unique dragon. Pinch and coil methods will be used to create these fantastical creatures. Dip your dragon in an under glaze to complete it. Finished pieces make be picked up two weeks after class date. |
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Kids’ Ceramics: Toad Houses Ages 7 - 12 |
Kids’ Ceramics: Animal Pots Ages 6 - 10 Learn basic hand-building techniques as you make a simple pot and transform it into your favorite animal! Pinch and coil techniques will be demonstrated. Parents must sign up with child; parents get to make their own pot, too! |
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Kids’ Ceramics: Under the Sea Ages 7 - 12 Learn basic hand-building techniques as you make a fish platter or large bowl! Hand-building techniques will be demonstrated, and underglazes will be used to decorate your creation. Children ages 7-9 are required to take this class with an adult; adults get to make a platter, too! |
Plein Air Paint-Out! Ages 11 - 14 Learn to paint landscapes and nature scenes by working “in the field” as we take sketchbooks, easels and canvases outside to draw and paint what we see using color, light, and shadow. Students come away with a series of sketches and a finished painting. |
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Self- Portrait Narrative Masks Ages 12 - 16 Create a self-portrait mask of your face out of plaster, and use it as a mold to build a ceramic mask. Carve and sculpt the surface of the mask to better depict your personality. Add glazes and found objects to your mask for added coloration. A wonderfully unique and personalized artwork! |
Nature Sculptures Ages 12 - 16
Use the artwork of Andy Goldsworthy, Nils Udo, and Patrick Daugherty as motivation for constructing sculpture from natural objects. Sticks, leaves, grasses, shells, rocks, and more will be used to make interesting free-standing artwork. |
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| Family Fun: offerings for the entire family to enjoy! | |||||
Mothers Day Tea for Two (or Three or More!) Ages 13-adult -- $55 each Ages 6-12 -- $30 each Perfect for moms, grand moms, or any special woman in your life! In this ceramics workshop, family groups will work together to create their own tea service complete with a teapot, creamer, sugar bowl, and teacups for each participating member. After building your set, take a break and enjoy an early afternoon tea party before returning to the studio to dip your tea set in glaze. Finished products may be picked up two weeks after class. A unique way to celebrate the maternal figure in your life! Class size is limited to eight families—register now! |
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Fathers Day Fling: Catapults and … Fine Art? |
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NEW! Find Your Inner Artist Learn to “see” through your inner artist’s eyes as you discover lines, forms, colors, and textures of Annmarie Garden. Using the nature and sculpture at the Garden for inspiration, basic sketching and drawing exercises will be demonstrated and approached with pencils, pens, crayons, pastels, and watercolor crayons-- and a playful sense of experimentation! This is a beginner’s class that will further your appreciation for art and awaken the artist within! |
Public Art Project ‘08: Stick Together |
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NEW! Sunday FUNdays |
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Community Rhythm Circle – all ages welcome! |
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THE SIDEWALK CHALKATHON |
SUMMER FUN SCAVENGER HUNTS! Sculpture Scavenger Hunt Toddler Tour Activity Hunt Artsy Things Scavenger Hunt Find snippets of famous masterpieces hidden in the tree knots along the Sculpture Walk. Search for a variety of other whimsical creations among the trees! |
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| Art Series for Adults: multi week programs | |||||
Intro to Drawing: Old Masters’ Technique Mondays, June 30 - August 4 |
Basic Oil Painting: Still Life Learn how to compose a still life set-up while learning about drawing and the medium of oil paint. Old Master approach helps guide the student to understand structure and balance by using shapes and values as your tools for a successful finish. Beginners learn fundamental techniques while more experienced painters will explore alla prima (one-day sitting) techniques. |
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Portrait Painting May13- June 17 Ideal for the intermediate student, this class focuses on a variety of oil painting techniques, including alla prima and glazing. Students are instructed on identifying color and form and transcribing them to canvas. The semester includes two poses and each class features discussions and demonstrations. Model fees extra. |
Still Life Painting Thursdays, May 14- June 18 Learn how to compose a still life set-up while learning about drawing and the medium of oil paint. Old Master approach helps guide the student to understand structure and balance by using shapes and values as your tools for a successful finish. Beginners learn fundamental techniques while more experienced painters will explore alla prima (one-day sitting) techniques. |
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Oil Painting: Portraiture Ideal for the intermediate student, this class focuses on |
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NEW! Crash Course in Art History |
NEW! Ceramics: Hand-building Platters |
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NEW! Creative Writing |
NEW! Memoir Writing |
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Printmaking Rediscovered Series: Monotypes |
Community Rhythm Circle |
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Drumming Series: Drumming the Rhythm ‘Round Us Explore the world of rhythms and drumming as we focus on beginning Djembe technique with warm-up exercises and move into polyrhythms from the West African and Afro-Cuban traditions. End with the creation of our own polyrhythms. No prior drum experience required. Bring your own drum, or rent one for $5 per session. Hosted by Full Circle Rhythms. |
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| Workshops for Adults: weekend and one-day workshops | |||||
Landscape Painting Friday -Sunday, 9-4pm Paint a Chesapeake Bay scene as we travel to the water’s edge to capture it on canvas. In this outdoor class, students examine the property of light and how it can transform color and explain form. Demonstrations clarify procedures for newcomers to plein air painting. First class meets at Annmarie Garden, but will drive a short distance to the Chesapeake Bay shoreline. |
Fiber Art: Nuno Felting Saturday 10-4pm Merge colorful wool fibers with silk to create a wearable work of art. Discover this alternative method of felting wool fibers onto a silk scarf, creating a unique artwork with subtle shifts of texture. The finished product is excellent to give as a gift! |
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Day By the Bay: Digital Photo & Mixed Media Adventure Saturday 1-5pm and Sunday 10-4pm On Saturday, enjoy Solomons Island with your digital camera and learn how to focus on interesting details within each snapshot. On Sunday, your best photos will be transferred to art papers where watercolor and collage are added to create unique mixed media artwork. |
Drumming The Rhythm ‘Round Us Sundays 1-3pm $5 drum rental, or bring your own! Ages 15-adult Explore the world of rhythms and drumming as we focus on beginning Djembe technique with warm-up exercises and move into polyrhythms from the West African and Afro-Cuban traditions. End with the creation of our own polyrhythms. No prior drum experience required. |
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Intro to Digital Photography |
Advanced Digital Photography |
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Loose & Juicy Watercolor |
Sketch Journals: Travel & Nature |
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Plein Air Sketching and Painting Event! |
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Jumpstart into Abstraction |
Western Painting with Eastern Brushes Experience the unique line quality of asian brushes. Abstract painting “western”-style with long goat hair eastern brushes and traditional Chinese painting techniques will expand your art work in new and creative ways! Bring paper or canvas, watercolors or acrylics, ink and rice paper, and let the experimentation begin! |
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PO Box 99, 13480 Dowell Road, Dowell, MD 20629 - t. 410.326.4640 |
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