Classes
*CURBSIDE CLASS: THESE CLASSES ARE TAUGHT VIA ZOOM. UPON REGISTERING FOR A CURBSIDE CLASS, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED VIA EMAIL WITH CLASS INSTRUCTIONS. MATERIAL KITS FOR YOUR REGISTERED CLASS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR CURBSIDE PICK UP 1 WEEK PRIOR TO START OF CLASS AT JACOBY ARTS CENTER BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Families registering more than one participant will receive a 10% discount. After you click "Register & Pay, " enter discount code 1+ARTIST on the next page.
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If you would like to set-up a payment plan, please call 618.462.5222 or come into the Center during our open hours: Wednesday-Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 12-4pm.
INTRODUCTION TO HANDBUILDING
*Curbside Class
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Ages 7+
Instructor: Camille Carpenter
Sponsored by Miles + Mary Yanta
Explore a variety of clay hand building methods! This class is designed for anyone that is new to working with clay. We will explore a variety of methods, including pinch, sculpt, coil, and slab building. Upon completion, clay projects must be dropped back off to Jacoby Arts Center for firing in the kiln, then picked up once fired.
2D DESIGN + DRAWING
*Curbside Class
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Ages 15+
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Instructor: Steven Dale Schmitt
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Grow and refine your drawing skills with this course. Students will learn basic two-dimensional design and drawing skills. Classes will focus on grayscale media (pencil, chalk, charcoal, etc.) and color media. Material kits will be available for curbside pick up.
$38/4 sessions
$10/1 session
TAROT READING + ART
*Curbside Class
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Ages 18+
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Instructor: Travis Ware
FRI
June 5, 12, 19, 26
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Learn how to read tarot cards and create your own occult artwork! This is an interactive class that focuses on the art, history, and process of reading tarot cards. You will create your own tarot art throughout the course.
Material kits (canvas, paint, brush) will be available for curbside pick up.
Purchase own set of beginner or Rider - Waite tarot cards.
INTERPRETING MODERN ART
LECTURE SERIES
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Ages 16+
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Instructor: Steven Dale Schmitt
What is the meaning of modern art? How did we get to where we are in art today? Join lecturer, Steven Dale Schmitt, in a conversation about interpreting modern art and learn about the historical impacts leading to our current art scene.
DIGITAL IMAGERY
(DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY)
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Ages 18+
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Instructor: Jody Jedlicka
In this class you will learn to use your camera as a tool to create your vision by creating images rather than taking photos.
Required supplies: digital camera or camera phone with ability to set F Stop.
$50/4 sessions
$15/1 session
BEGINNERS PHOTOGRAPHY
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Ages 18+
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Instructor: Tom Allred
This beginner level course focuses on several areas of photography. These include but are not limited to, types of cameras, lighting, portraiture, accessories, types of photography, practice ideas. Introduction to Photography is an interactive course encouraging students to talk photo through questions, comments, or advice on your own work. Bring your own camera (any type), camera phone.
WHEEL THROWING
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Ages 18+
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Instructor: Chris Carson
MON + TUES
July 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
August 3, 4, 10, 11
Have you always wanted to learn the basics of throwing clay on the wheel? Beginning students will learn how to center a ball of clay and shape it into various objects. Students with previous experience will learn techniques to make more complicated forms and hone in their skills. This class is a great opportunity for students of all levels to explore clay on the potter’s wheel in a fun and creative atmosphere.
COMIC COLLAGE
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Ages 5+
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Instructor: Niki Bussler
THURS
June 11 *CURBSIDE CLASS
SUN
July 26
2PM - 3:30PM (June 11)
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12PM - 2PM (July 26)
Create your own superhero or comic collage! Join us for this two hour session arranging images onto your own beautiful canvas creation.
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
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Ages 18+
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Instructor: Tom Allred
TUES
August 4, 11, 18, 25
Learn technical aspects of photography. This class will explore advanced composition, lighting, home studio accessories and lenses.
Bring your own camera--any type!
