2014 Winter Schedule

The Baker Hunt

Art & Cultural Center

620 Greenup Street Covington, KY 41011 www.bakerhunt.org 859-431-0020

ArtsMart 2014 Saturday, January 4, 2014 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Beat the Winter Doldrums

Free Art Classes! Fun for the Whole Family Experience the magic of Baker Hunt through a sampler of our classes for youth and adults. Meet our teachers. Choose from short sessions of Painting, Clay, Mosaics, Drawing, Colored Pencil, Yoga, and more! Or just come enjoy our beautiful campus!

Everyone in attendance will be entered to win Baker Hunt gift certificates.

NEW 8 Week Sessions—Pick your Session Register now for either Winter or Spring session Winter Session—January 13 through March 8 Spring Session—March 24 through May 24 No classes April 19 through April 25

Winter/Spring 2014

Youth

Lil Rembrandts—Judy Sanders

$60

Explore the elements of art and the principles of design. Activities cover painting and drawing, along with three dimensional art projects. Ages 4-8 Saturday 9:00am-10:30am Studio Ages 8-10 Saturday 10:45am-12:15pm Studio Ages 8-10 Thursday 4:30—6:00pm Studio

Copy The Masters—Judy Sanders

$60

Discover the art styles of the Great Masters. Create a different style painting each class and learn background history of the Master Artists. Students will also create their own masterpieces. Ages 4-10 Monday 4:30—6:00pm Studio 2

The WunderKids—Explore Science and Visual Arts—Judy Sanders

$60

Albert Einstein said, “The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.” Imagine the end of a rainbow? Learn to combine scientific fact with creativity to produce amazing works of ART! Ages 4-10 Tuesday 4:30—6:00pm Studio Ages 4-10 Saturday 2:15—3:45pm Studio

The History of Art—Judy Sanders

$60

Advanced Drawing and Painting—Nancy Pugliano

$60

Learn about the time periods of Art. From pre-historic man to 20th century art. Create artwork based on a different time period each class. Painting, sculpture, mosaic, 3-D Architecture and printmaking techniques will be explored. Ages 4-10 Wednesday 4:30—6:00pm Studio 2 Ages 4-10 Saturday 12:30—2:00pm Studio

Discover various drawing and painting techniques in a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to work independently and on group projects. Ages 10-17 Monday 4:00—5:30pm Studio

Youth Scholarships Available Winter Application Deadline January 4 Spring Deadline March 15

NEW 8 Week Sessions 2014 Winter January 13 to March 8

2014 Spring March 24 to May 24 (No classes April 19—25)

Cartoon Kids—Chad Turner

$60

From Spongebob Squarepants to Scooby-Doo!, the list goes on and on. Kids have always loved drawing cartoons. Strengthen that interest while exploring the FUNdamentals of drawing cartoon characters. Age 4 to 6 Monday 4:30—6:30pm Round Room

3D Character Sculpture—Chad Turner

$70

Make your imagination come to life, and polymer clay is the perfect medium. Students will be designing 2D characters that they will then sculpt out of polymer clay. Leave it to Mr. Chad !! Age 8-12 Thursday 4:30-6:00pm Studio 2

Pokemon Galaxy—Chad Turner

$60

Students will create projects related to Pokemon. Draw, Paint, Stuff them, and even design them out of polymer clay. Age 7 & up Saturday 9:00-10:30am Studio 2

Manga/Cartoon Design—Chad Turner

$60

Learn to Cartoon in this creative drawing class. Explore the basics of developing characters for manga and cartoon art. Work on facial shapes and profiles, and progress to developing the body and gestures and even creating pets for your character. Age 7 & up Saturday 10:45am-12:15pm Studio 2

Manga/Cartoon Design II—Chad Turner

$60

Students will take designs to the next level, focusing on action poses and incorporating emotion into their characters. Age 7 & up Saturday 12:30pm-2:00pm Studio 2

Picasso’s Loft—Chad Turner

$60

This is Baker Hunt’s variety pack. We’ll explore paint, clay, watercolor, charcoal, toy making, origami… and more. Each week, a different art form will be experienced. Age 8-12 Saturday 2:15-3:45pm Auditorium

Intermediate Studio Arts—Erin Winters

$60

Brush up on fundamental skills and explore more advanced techniques in drawing, painting, and simple sculpture techniques. Includes Proportion, Perspective, Color Mixing, and Composition. Ages 10-17 Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm Entry Room

Teen Basic Drawing—Erin Winters

$60

Learn the foundations of art and design through drawing. Students will learn to render 3-D forms in space through studying still life and the human face. Pencil, charcoal, pastel, and watercolor. Ages 10-17 Monday 1:00-2:30pm Studio 2

The Young Authors—Julia Koets

$60

Creative writing is often overlooked in today’s schools. It is the perfect way to encourage young people to “think outside the box.” This class is a fun way to enhance your child’s language skills, while heightening creativity and imagination. Taught by a published author. . Age 9-12 Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm Round Room

Introduction to Dance—Ana Bird

$60

Students will get moving as they discover the joy of music and dance. This fun class will explore the disciplines of dance; from folk, to ballet and creative movement. Children will also become familiar with rhythm and interpretive movement. Ana has taught both in the US and Europe. Age 5-7 Saturday 11:00am-12:15pm Ballroom

Guitar Jam 101—Matthew McCormick

$60

Learn to enjoy the guitar through songs of your choice. This beginning guitar class starts from how to hold a guitar and allows students to have fun playing right away. The class covers reading chord diagrams, tablature, scales, reading music, improvisation and many other topics while jamming with songs the students enjoy. Age 11-16 Saturday 1:00-2:00pm Ballroom

$60

Advance your guitar skills in a fun environment. Explore songs you enjoy while learning more advanced chords, scales, and improvisation skills. Age 11-16 Saturday 2:00-3:00pm Ballroom

The Young Chef’s Kitchen—Lauren McIlvain

$75

Savory and Sweet, Bon Appétit! Adults are not the only foodies. Kids love helping in the kitchen. Discover your creative voice with food as your medium. Learn the basics of cooking and discover your inner chef. Take home your food creations to share with your family! Age 6-10 Saturday 10:30am-12:00pm Scudder

The Imagination Station—Lauren McIlvain

$60

Spark your child’s imagination in 3D. This is a recycled sculpture studio for kids. Study the Masters while creating amazing works of art using recycled and found objects. Each project will be unique to your child’s own imagination. First class assignment, bring a “bag of junk”!! Ages 6-12 Saturday 12:15-1:45pm Scudder

Youth Animation—Phil Franks

$60

Create a variety of stop-motion scenarios, including claymation, cut-outs, Legos, and whiteboard. Apply basic animation principles to your hand-drawn characters. Have fun exploring the ideas and techniques that bring your art to life. No experience necessary. Age 9 & up Saturday 10:00-11:30am Auditorium

Intermediate Youth Art—Phil Franks

$60

More than a beginner, but not quite advanced? Here’s an intermediate painting and drawing class just for you. Join us as we explore techniques in pastels, ink, watercolor, and acrylics. View great art, learn fundamentals, and have fun creating personal works of art. Age 9 & up Saturday 12:00-1:30pm Auditorium

The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center

859-431-0020 www.bakerhunt.com


Youth

Guitar Jam 201—Matthew McCormick

Youth

Teen Studio Sampler —Clair Breetz

$60

Learn the fundamentals of Art and Design from a professional artist. Explore drawing, painting, pastel, crayons, charcoal and mixed media. Work from still life set-ups and your own photos. Meets homeschool requirements. Age 12 & up Monday 4:30-6:00pm Round Room

Monet’s Rainbow Garden—Clair Breetz

$60

Learn from the Great Masters. Explore color theory and technique. Have fun painting and drawing with a new project every class. Release your artful expression. Meets home school requirements. Age 6-11 Thursday 11:00am-12:30pm Round Room

The Young Indiana Jones—History of Art—Clair Breetz

$60

Think Archeology meets Art Education!! Explore, discover and create cave paintings, hieroglyphics, Greek pottery and shields. Combined disciplines are the latest in youth development and engaged learning. No Passports required!! Age 8 & up Tuesday 12:30-2:00pm Round Room

Youth and Adult Beginner Watercolor—Clair Breetz

$60

Learn color theory and color mixing. Basic instruction in materials and techniques. Students will work from still life setups and landscape photos. Age 10 + Monday 2:00-3:30pm Round Room

Digital Photography for Youth—Mike Bresnen

$50

(6 Week class starting January 14) How do you get the most out of your digital camera? What do all those settings mean? Come learn how to take great creative images from a professional photographer. Beginners with new cameras always welcome. Digital camera with manual setting option recommended. Age 10+ Tuesday 4:00—5:30pm Auditorium

Pottery—Youth Handbuilding—Jessie Rienerth

$75

Experience the uniquely expressive qualities of clay by creating pottery and sculptures using pinching, coiling, and slab making techniques to create beautifully glazed and fired ceramic ware. All supplies included. Age 6 & up Saturday 9:00-10:30am Entry Room

Pottery—Teen Wheel—Guy Michael Davis

$75

Learn to create functional pottery on the pottery wheel. This class will focus on the foundations of wheel thrown pottery skills, technique development, trimming, and glazing. All supplies included. Max 10. Age 12 & up Saturday 11:00am-12:30pm Wheel Room

Pottery—Handbuilding Youth & Adult—Jane Bresser Choose Your Session Register Now for Winter and Spring Sessions


$75

A fun class for all ages. Create functional pottery and sculptures using pinching, coiling, and slab making techniques. All supplies included. Age 5 & up Wednesday 1:00-2:30pm Entry Room

WORMS (We’re Organic Recycling Mulchers) Ages 5 to 10 Judy Sanders—Combining Art and Gardening, students will discover the excitement of growing their own produce. Study great works of art that were inspired by nature. A field trip to our local Covington Ladies Home will include planting on site and conversations about how gardening played a part in their lives.

May 31st to June 28 Saturday

9:00am-10:30am

Studio

Saturday

10:45am-12:15pm

Studio

$60

Drawing & Painting Portraits—Gilda Horn

$100

Explore the fundamentals of portraiture. Draw and/or paint. Some exercises will include a live model. Bring paper, pencil (charcoal or graphite), and eraser to first class. Tuesday 1:00-3:00pm Auditorium

Drawing Basics—Bob Hebenstreit

$100

Learn to draw with accomplished instructor Bob Hebenstreit. Study the basic principles and elements of drawing, including composition, line, value, foreshortening and perspective. Start with pencil and paper, and progress with charcoal and other mediums. Wednesday 10:00am-12:00pm Auditorium

The Fundamentals of Drawing—Maurice Mattei

$100

This class provides first-hand instruction for the beginner in a variety of drawing techniques. This is a foundational course that is invaluable for any individual starting out or wishing to brush up on their drawing abilities. Maurice is a professional Illustrator, Designer and Photographer who has had international exhibitions. Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm Auditorium

Colored Pencil —Nancy Pugliano

$100

Learn to create painterly works of art with colored pencil. Various techniques will be explored as students work on class and/or individual projects. Supply list available. Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm Round Room

Colored Pencil—Advanced—SOLD OUT for Winter Session Monday

1:00-3:00pm

$100

Studio

Digital Photograph...Introduction to DSLR Cameras—Mike Bresnen

$100

Most of us use about 10% of the capability of our DSLR camera. Join Mike, a professional photographer, and learn to capture those perfect indoor and outdoor photos. Teens welcome. Must have a Digital Single-Lens Reflex Camera. Tuesday 6:00-8:00pm Studio 2

Digital Photograph...Using DSLR Cameras—Matthew Andrews

$100

Ever wonder what those settings mean on your DSLR Camera? Learn settings to use for quality action photos, portraits, and outdoor scenes. Be prepared for technical discussion. Build your portfolio with the help of an award winning professional photographer. Beginner, advanced and teens welcome. Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm Studio 2

Pottery—Wheel Throwing

$120

Discover the magic of creating functional, decorative, and sculptural forms using the pottery wheel. This class will focus on the foundations of wheel thrown pottery skills, technique development, trimming, and glazing. All skill levels welcome. Monday 6:30-8:30pm Wheel Room Trina Feldhake Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm Wheel Room Trina Feldhake Thursday 6:30-8:30pm Wheel Room Heather Miller-Foster

Pottery—Wheel Throwing...Three Hour Sessions—Trina Feldhake

$150

Want to spend a little more time in the pottery studio? This class will give your creativity an extra hour each week to hone your skills. Wednesday 6:00-9:00pm Wheel Room

Pottery—Handbuilding—Jane Bresser

$120

Students will learn the uniquely expressive qualities of clay by creating pottery and sculptures using various hand building techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab making, resulting in beautifully glazed and fired ceramic ware. Tuesday 1:00-3:00pm Entry Room Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm Entry Room

Pottery Photography Drawing

Adult Classes

Painting

Adult Classes The Craft of Oil Painting—Stephen Jenkins

$100

Accomplished local artist, Steve Jenkins, teaches you the secrets of color mixing (hue, value, and chroma) to establish light and space in a painting. All skill levels welcome. Monday 1:00-3:00pm Auditorium Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm Auditorium Monday 7:00-9:00pm Auditorium

Oil Painting—Judy Guttman

$100

Intermediate and Advanced. Some drawing and painting experience necessary. Students may paint the subject of their choice. Please bring reference photos to first class. Materials list available. Intermediate Wednesday 10:00am–12:00pm Studio Advanced Wednesday 1:00-3:00pm Studio

Acrylic Painting—Velma Morris

$100

Cincinnati legend, Velma Morris, helps students explore their own creativity and discover their own style. Materials list available in the office. Please bring subject matter to begin the first class. Monday 7:00-9:00pm Studio Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm Studio

Acrylic Painting—Erin Winters

$100

Working from still life set ups, students will explore acrylic painting techniques, color mixing and rendering light and shadow, and individual creativity. Material list available. Monday 10:00-am -12:00pm Studio

Watercolor Painting—Bruce Neville

$100

Beginner. This is your starting place. Discover the world of watercolor with Bruce Neville. Materials and discounts for purchasing supplies discussed at first class. Thursday 10:00-12:00pm Studio Intermediate. Learn to paint a successful watercolor. There will be a strong emphasis on drawing and painting subjects such as landscapes, architecture, and water scenes. Understand perspective drawing, color mixing, and mastering value ranges. Materials discussed at first class. Thursday 1:00-3:00pm Studio

Watercolor Painting—Marlene Steele

All Adult Classes Age 16 + Up The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center 859-431-0020 www.bakerhunt.org

$100

Explore materials for creating expressive watercolor landscapes and still life subjects. Master color mixing and value range to develop your technique. Materials will be discussed at first class. Beginner and Intermediate. Tuesday 6:30—8:30pm Auditorium

Pastels—Katherine Hurley—SOLD OUT for Winter Session

$100

Discover the joy of this versatile medium. Learn to express the beauty and mystery of the landscape. Emphasis will be on learning contrasts: composition, color, temperature, value, line, edges, weight and energy. Students will work from photo reference and life. Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm Studio

Pastels—Marlene Steele

$100

Explore color for the beginner and intermediate pastel student. Using traditional pastel, we will explore the color mixing and layering processes using still life setups, landscape and photo reference. Thursday 1:00-3:00pm Auditorium

Mosaics

$100

Learn basic and intermediate mosaic techniques with an easy-to-learn approach that uses glass, ceramic tile and broken china. Have fun with a mosaic project for your home or for display. No experience necessary, teens are welcome, materials discussed in the first class. Thursday 6:30p-8:30pm Studio Jackie Slone Tuesday 1:00-3:00pm Studio Deb Pille

Creative Writing—Ellen Deaton

$100

Everyone has a story in them. Learn to creatively write utilizing in-class assignments, studying classic and modern-day masters and formula writing. Bring in creative pieces for critiquing by a published author and fellow students. Beginner and experienced writers welcome. All writing styles/genres are encouraged. Monday

7:00-9:00pm

Couples Beginner Ballroom Dance—Joszef Parragh

Round Room

$140 per couple

This fun, energetic class is perfect for those who have always wanted to try dance. The class will cover basic foot patterns and movements in classics like waltz, foxtrot and swing as well as some Latin dances. Wear comfortable clothes. This class is for couples that want to take a dance class together. Thursday 6:00-7:30pm Ballroom

Couples Advanced Ballroom Dance—Joszef Parragh

$140 per couple

For couples who have taken beginner ballroom and are ready to hone their skills and move on to more advanced steps. Thursday 7:30-9:00pm Ballroom

Kundalini Yoga

$100

Tap into your body’s inner healing with Kundalini Yoga, a discipline in which there is nothing but success. Everyone goes at their own pace. Improve your health, reduce stress and increase your vitality. Wear loose clothing. Bring a yoga mat and water. Beginners welcome. Tuesday 7:15-8:45pm Ballroom Peggy Munson Thursday 9:30-10:55am Ballroom Catherine Skyrm

Hatha Yoga—Phoenix Wilson

$100

Start your day and weekend with a clear mind, invigorated body and renewed spirit. Yoga is a timeless system of self-care that helps us gain strength, suppleness, balance, and awaken to our present heart and mind. Saturday 9:00-10:15am Ballroom Monday 5:30-6:45pm Auditorium

T’ai Chi—Phoenix Wilson

$100

This practice is described as a moving meditation which focuses on the circulation and balance of the intrinsic life-force energy … Chi. Through gentle movements—connecting the mind and body—balance, coordination, and an overall sense of well-being is improved. Tuesday 5:30-6:45 pm Ballroom

Mixed Media/Lifestyle

Adult Classes

2014 Winter Schedule Begins January 13

2014 Spring Schedule Begins March 24 All classes 8 weeks unless noted otherwise

Non-Profit Organization

The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center

U.S. Postage Paid Covington, Kentucky

620 Greenup Street Covington, KY 41011 www.bakerhunt.org 859-431-0020

Permit No. 288

The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people in our community through art education and cultural enrichment.

8 Week sessions for Youth and Adult Students Winter Session—January 13 through March 8 Spring Session—March 24 through May 24

Winter/Spring 2014 Schedule

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Sunday, March 9 Friday, April 25

- Youth Student Art Show - Floodwall Jazz Quintet Concert

(presented by The Friends of Baker Hunt and the Covington Education Foundation thanks to an ArtsWave Grant, sponsored by The Jacob G. Schmidlapp Trusts, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee)

Sunday, June 1

- Adult Student Art Show

46th Annual Duveneck Art Show Saturday, May 10 - Noon to 5:00pm George Rogers Clark Park, Covington, KY (Rain Date—Sunday, May 11) Registration: Early Registration is suggested. Classes have limited enrollment. No cash refunds after the first class. Class changes may be made with administration permission.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30am to 4:30pm To Register: Visit www.bakerhunt.org, or call us at 859-431-0020