Classes at Islip Arts Council

ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL  SCHOOL OF CULTURAL ARTS  AT BROOKWOOD HALL March 2013  SPRING CLASSES Greetings! There's still time to register for the following classes. Space is limited. Call 631-224-5402 or 224-5420  to register. ADULT CLASSES DRAWING AND SKETCHING  with Marlene Bezich This class will cover different types of papers and drawing techniques. The art of "quick sketch" will be explored as well as many other drawing exercises.  Students will leave this class with an understanding of charcoal and pencil rendering. Fridays: Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. April 12, 19, 26 May 3, 10, 17 Fee: $85   SCULPTURE IN & OUT with Richard Mauro The class will explore, discuss and create armatures and techniques to suit the student=selected subject. Students will be working in plastilene, self-hardening clay, French wax. Class is suitable for all levels. Mondays:1 - 3 p.m. Session A: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2013 Fridays: 1 - 3 p.m. Session B: March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 2013  Fee: $100 per session plus materials fee $35   ART OF SEWING (BEGINNERS) with Hope Giambalvo Students will learn the basics of how to operate a sewing machine (such as proper threading, winding a bobbin, how to replace a needle, etc.).  In addition they will learn such skills as pivoting, how to make a French seam, overcasting, and the basics of using a pattern. Material list will be provided. Students should complete several projects by the end of each session. Wednesdays: Time: 4-6 p.m. Session B: March 13, 20, 27 April 10, 17, 24 Fee: $120   ART OF SEWING (INTERMEDIATE) with Hope Giambalvo Students will further their knowledge of their machine and pattern use while learning about pleats, darts, buttonholes and gathering. Students should complete several projects by the end of each session Tuesdays: Time: 4-6 p.m. Session B: Mar 12, 19, 26 April 9, 16, 23 Fee: $120   QUILTING FOR BEGINNERS with Hope Giambalvo Students will learn the basic skills for quilting and create a small quilt by session's end. Tuesdays: Time 6 - 8 PM Session B: Mar 12, 19, 26 April 9, 16, 23 Fee: $120   CROCHET & KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS with Hope Giambalvo Students will learn basics of crochet and knitting. Wednesdays: Time: 6- 8 PM Session B: March 13, 20, 27 April 10, 17, 24 Fee: $120     CHILDREN'S CLASSES CARTOONING with Michelle Kroog Learn to draw cartoon characters in the likeness of Warner and Disney. Create and make flip books, a comic strip and posters. Saturdays: 1-3 p.m. April 13, 20, 27 May 4, 11, 18 Fee: $120 per session plus $10 materials fee MUSIC CLASSES NYSSMA Solo Preparation with James Cassara  REGISTER NOW  Learn how to prepare to perform your NYSSMA instrumental solo with insights provided by a certified All State adjudicator. Learn what specific key signatures, rhythms and instrument range are included in the sight reading exercise. Learn techniques to help you remember your scales. Course fee is completely donated to the Islip Arts Council. Participation in course is no guarantee of NYSSMA results. Saturday: 9-11:30 March 9, 2013 Fee:  $ 25   GUITAR LESSONS with Dan Lachacz The perfect class for the absolute beginner. The instructor will introduce and familiarize students   with guitar tabulator. Students will learn basic, major, minor and seventh cords in a fun and relaxed environment. Ages 10+  Thursdays: 5:00 - 6:30 pm  Session A: April 4, 11, 18, 25 Session B: May 2, 9, 16, 23 FEE:  $100 per session     ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL SCHOOL OF CULTURAL ARTS  50 IRISH LANE EAST ISLIP, NY 11730 631-224-5402