Winter/Spring Class Listings

Winter/Spring 2009-10 Children's Creative Arts Classes
and Information

Still Enrolling for Spring!

NOTE: Membership discounts cannot be processed through the online enrollment system at this time. To receive your 10% discount, please enroll in person or by calling 785/843-2787.

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Online Enrollment F.A.Q.

The Lawrence Arts Center is proud to offer a variety of classes in the areas of drama, dance, and visual arts for students ages 2-102. As a service to our customers, we offer online enrollment as an option for those wishing to take advantage of our classes. Read on for more information...

How can I enroll online?
Easy! Just log on to our website (www.lawrenceartscenter.org), click "Class Listings," and choose your interest area. When you find the class you want, click "Enroll Now" and follow the directions.

Are all classes open for online enrollment?
No. Some private lessons, pay-per-use classes, and performance opportunities require instructor meetings, auditions, and the like before enrollment can be granted. Therefore, these classes are not available for online enrollment.

Can I use my member/senior citizens discount when I enroll online?
Not at this time. Because our online enrollment setup has no way of verifying eligibility for discounts, we cannot reduce or modify fees when students enroll online. We are continually evaluating our practices, however, and will let you know when this option becomes available. Until then, we will be happy to process member and senior enrollments via phone, fax and walk-in registrations.

Can I set up a payment plan when I enroll online?
Currently, online enrollment accepts only full payments. If you are in the Dance program and would like to make monthly payments, please enroll via phone, fax or walk-in. Students in other programs or those seeking financial aid may also be able to set up payment arrangements, if registering with one of the above methods.

We hope this article has shed a little more light on the online enrollment process. If you have additional questions, please call us at 843-2787 or email questions to lartctr@sunflower.com.

Class Listings

1st-2nd grade

You must be in 1st-2nd grade to be in these classes. No experience required. All materials included in class fee. Play clothes are a must!

Drawing and Painting       Donika Wiley

Kids learn to find their own unique artistic style by exploring various drawing and painting techniques. Learn how to use different media to illustrate what you see, then have fun experimenting with color mixing, balance, composition and shading. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0111: Mon, Jan 11-Feb 8 (4wks, no class Jan 18), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0112: Mon, Feb 15-Mar 8 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0111: Mon, Mar 22-Apr 12 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0112: Mon, Apr 19-May 10 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

Mudpie Madness       Jenny Jenks

What can be more fun than digging in, playing with and getting your hands dirty in mud? Students will discover the magical qualities of clay to make handbuilt forms, bowls, creatures and anything else they can imagine while developing technical skills. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0211: Tue, Jan 12-Feb 2 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0212: Tue, Feb 9-Mar 2 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0211: Tue, Mar 23-Apr 13 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0212: Tue, Apr 20-May 11 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

Imagination Station       Sarah Wertzberger

Your imagination is the limit in this exciting art class! Imagine it, create it, and play with it. This class covers crafts, sculpture, painting and more. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0311: Wed, Jan 13-Feb 3 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0312: Wed, Feb 10-Mar 3 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0311: Wed, Mar 24-Apr 14 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0312: Wed, Apr 21-May 12 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

3D Mania       Jason Barr

Explore your world in shape, form, color and movement. This class will explore fundamental sculpture techniques including using a variety of materials from paper to recycled materials. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0411: Thu, Jan 14-Feb 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0412: Thu, Feb 11-Mar 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52 Canceled
SP-AY0411: Thu, Mar 25-Apr 15 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0412: Thu, Apr 22-May 13 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

3rd-5th grade

You must be in 3rd-5th grade to be in these classes. No experience required. All materials included in class fee.

Clay Creations       Jenny Jenks

This class will explore both hand building and wheel throwing techniques to create both sculptural and functional forms. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0231: Mon, Jan 11-Feb 8 (4wks, no class Jan 18), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0232: Mon, Feb 15-Mar 8 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0231: Mon, Mar 22-Apr 12 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0232: Mon, Apr 19-May10 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52

Drawing and Painting       Donika Wiley

Beginning and advanced students will enjoy developing their drawing and painting skills. Students will learn new techniques to work with line, color, form and composition using a wide range of materials. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0131: Tue, Jan 12-Feb 2 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0132: Tue, Feb 9-Mar 2 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0131: Tue, Mar 23-Apr 13 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0132: Tue, Apr 20-May11 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52

Printmaking       Alison Filley

Learn how to make prints using a variety of techniques including relief printing, sharpie marker printing and monoprinting. All inks used are non-toxic and water soluble. (Min 4/Max 8)

WI-AY0431: Wed, Jan 13-Feb 3 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52 Canceled
WI-AY0432: Wed, Feb 10-Mar 3 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0431: Wed, Mar 24-Apr 14 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0432: Wed, Apr 21-May 12 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

Imagination Station       Sarah Wertzberger

Your imagination is the limit in this exciting art class! Imagine it, create it, and play with it. This class covers crafts, sculpture, painting and more. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0331: Thu, Jan 14-Feb 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0332: Thu, Feb 11-Mar 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52 Canceled
SP-AY0331: Thu, Mar 25- Apr 15 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0332: Thu, Apr 22- May 13 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

Comic Book Art       Lori Hanson

Create your own comic characters and adventures! This class is for youth who want to learn fun and easy ways to make comics. Students will also learn the basic tools and techniques for developing their drawing skills. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY053: Sat, Jan 16-Feb 27 (6wks), 10am-noon, Fee: $78
SP-AY053: Sat, Mar 27-May 8 (6wks), 10am-noon, Fee: $78

6th-9th grade

You must be in 6th-9th grade to be in these classes. No experience required. All materials included in class fee.

Drawing and Painting       Jason Barr

Beginning and advanced students will enjoy developing their drawing and painting skills. Students will learn new techniques to work with line, color, form and composition using a wide range of materials. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0161: Mon, Jan 11-Feb 8 (4wks, no class Jan 18), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0162: Mon, Feb 15-Mar 8 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0161: Mon, Mar 22-Apr 12 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0162: Mon, Apr 19-May 10 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52

Studio Artist Series       Sarah Wertzberger

The Studio Artist Series explores the art styles and techniques of art movements such as surrealism, op-art, and impressionism. This camp includes projects in drawing, painting, and sculpture for all skill levels. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0661: Tue, Jan 12-Feb 2 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52 Canceled
WI-AY0662: Tue, Feb 9-Mar 2 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52 Canceled
SP-AY0661: Tue, Mar 23-Apr 13 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0662: Tue, Apr 20-May11 (4wks), 4-5:30 pm, Fee: $52

Photography       Ann Dean

Explore art photography in this fun, informative class for young photographers. Students will learn the basics of 35mm photography — how cameras work, how to design and compose a good picture, and darkroom techniques and processes. Students should bring a 35mm camera and at least two rolls of TRI-X 400 black-and-white film (available at Image Works). (Min 4/Max 8)

SP-AY086: Wed, Mar 24-May 5 (8wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $100

NEW!
Beginning Metals and Jewelry-making       Juliet Cline

Introduce yourself to the world of metals and fine jewelry-making. Students will learn fundamental techniques of jewelry and metals design, including soldering, patinas and more. Nontraditional materials and found objects will also be incorporated into their projects. (Min 4/Max 12)

WI-AY0961: Wed, Jan 13-Mar 3 (8wks), 2-4pm, Fee: $100 Canceled
SP-AY0962: Wed, Mar 24-May 12, (8wks), 2-4pm, Fee: $100

Pottery Camp       Jessica Conner

Learn how to make ceramic sculptures, bowls, vases, plates, mugs and more. Youth will be able to learn to use the potters wheel, construction and glazing techniques. (Min 4/Max 14)

WI-AY0261: Thu, Jan 14-Feb 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
WI-AY0262: Thu, Feb 11-Mar 4 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0261: Thu, Mar 25-Apr 15 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52
SP-AY0262: Thu, Apr 22-May 13 (4wks), 4-5:30pm, Fee: $52

Printmaking       Alison Filley

Learn how to make prints using a variety of techniques including relief printing, sharpie marker printing and monoprinting. All inks used are non-toxic and water soluble. (Min 4/Max 8)

WI-AY076: Sat, Jan 16-Feb 27 (6wks), 10am-noon, Fee: $78 Canceled
SP-AY076: Sat, Mar 27-May 3 (6wks), 10am-noon, Fee: $78