 Raku Fridays - November 20 & December 11
If you missed it in October, here's a second chance - come learn about the firing technique Raku - the ancient Japanese technique in which 2000 degree glowing red hot works are removed from the kiln and placed into a fiery vessel filled with combustibles - it's sure to inflame and inspire! Ceramics specialist Matt Maggioni will lead multiple firings each of the Fridays, starting at 1 p.m. in the ceramics studio parking lot at 9 W. Henry Street. Stop by and observe the process, or glaze and fire a work or two. (Pieces will be available for those who want to participate.) Ceramic artists may also bring personal bisque fired works to glaze and fire. $10 firing fee; no fee to observe. Space is limited - participants are limited to 1 large work or two small works.
For more information, contact Matt at 912-651-6783.
Visual Arts & Performing Arts Classes & Workshops at Studio S.P.A.C.E.
The Department of Cultural Affairs' Studio S.P.A.C.E. (Savannah’s Place for Arts, Culture & Education), located at 9 West Henry Street, offers classes in both visual and performing arts for all ages and skill levels. Classes range from beginner to advanced, and are open to anyone who would like to experiment in a new medium or refine their skills in a familiar one!
To accommodate today's busy lifestyles, we offer four, six, and eight-week sessions, as well as one- and two-day workshops. Whether you'd like to gain indepth experience in a chosen medium, or simply get your feet wet, we have the classes to suit your schedule!
For information on Studio S.P.A.C.E. and our classes and workshops, contact (912) 651-6783 or email Arts Programs Coordinator, Debra Zumstein or Visual Arts Coordinator, Lisa Bradley.
Attention Arts Instructors: We Need You!
The Department of Cultural Affairs is seeking proposals from artist/instructors to teach classes throughout the year. Beginning, advanced, adult and youth classes and workshops in the mediums of jewelry, ceramics, printmaking, drawing, painting, metals, glass and theatre arts will be considered.
Day and evening class proposals can range from one-day workshops to eight week courses. Interested individuals should submit a proposal to include: a resume; description of proposed class; class schedule; syllabus; materials list; and up to five sample works (in digital format). Previous experience in art instruction is required.
The instructor application is attached below. The deadline for winter semester is October 30 at 5 p.m. Performing Arts applications should be submitted to Ellie Pyle, Performing Arts Coordinator. Visual Arts applications should be submitted to Lisa Bradley, Visual Arts Coordinator. You can also mail or drop the application by City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 W. Henry St., Savannah, GA, 31401. For information, call (912) 651-6783.
Fall 2009 Schedule
Fall registration is underway! Sessions are offered in visual and performing arts for various ages and skill levels. Classes begin the week of September 21. Fees include materials, instruction, use of studio and equipment. Advance registration is required. A PDF file of the complete schedule and registration form is available below for download.
REGISTER TODAY!
Download and complete our Class Registration Form and mail or hand deliver it to the Department of Cultural Affairs' office.
Youth Visual & Performing Arts Classes
Da Vinci’s Finest
8 weeks (ages 7-10)
Instructor: Lisa Bradley
Wednesdays, September 23 - November 18, 4-5 p.m. (No class 11/11)
This after-school art class allows children to express themselves by using their creative imaginations in an educational and creative environment to produce great works of art. The class will focus on the fundamental skills of art making and will allow students to explore a wide variety of art mediums.
$75
Fun with Fibers for Kids
6 weeks (ages 7-10)
Instructor: Suzy Hokanson
Wednesdays, October 7 - November 18, 4-5 p.m. (No class 11/11)
Kids will have fun playing with all kinds of fibers to create beautiful works of art. They will lean how to spin wool into usable yarn that they will hand dye with Kool-Aid. With this newly created yarn they will learn to weave a variety of fun projects.
$55
Kid’s Hands on Clay
8 weeks (ages 6-10)
Instructor: Hadley Kelly
Tuesdays, September 22 – November 10, 4-5 p.m.
This class for children offers an exciting introduction to the world of clay. Young students can let their imaginations go wild through fabulous hand-built projects.
$75
Teen Wheel-Throwing
8 weeks (ages 10-16)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Wednesdays, September 23 - November 18, 3:30-5 p.m. (No class 11/11)
This introductory class will teach young students the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel. Students will trim and finish their works of art with a variety of glazes.
$85
Starry Night’s for Kids, Ages 6-10
Instructor: Layla Cady
Saturday, Oct 31, 10a.m. – 12p.m.
Young students will study and be inspired by artist Vincent Van Gogh and create their very own Starry Night painting. Students will use a variety of mixed mediums and be encouraged to express themselves to create their own unique works of art.
$10
Adult Visual and Performing Arts Classes
Ceramics
Continuing Wheel
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Irene McCollam
Mondays, September 21 - October 26, 6-9 p.m.
This class is designed for those with prior experience. Advanced techniques will be taught. Students will work on refining their skills as they work at their own pace and receive individual attention.
$125
Basic Hand-building, Making it with Clay
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Tuesdays, September 22 - October 27, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
This hand-building class is open to all skill levels. This class will help develop basic hand-building skills in clay construction, glazing, and decorative techniques. Learn techniques such as pinching, coiling, and using slabs to make basic forms such as bowls or vases on up to more complex forms.
$125
Basic Hand-building, Making it with Clay
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: TBA
Tuesdays, September 22 - October 27, 6-9 p.m.
This hand-building class is open to all skill levels. This class will help develop basic hand-building skills in clay construction, glazing, and decorative techniques. Learn techniques such as pinching, coiling, and using slabs to make basic forms such as bowls or vases on up to more complex forms.
$125
Beginning Wheel-Throwing
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Wednesdays, September 23 - October 28, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This introductory class will teach you the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel. Trimming and decorative techniques will be taught to give each vessel its own flair. Students will work at their own pace and receive individual attention.
$125
Beginning Wheel-Throwing
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: TBD
Wednesdays September 23 - October 28, 6-9 p.m.
This introductory class will teach you the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel. Trimming and decorative techniques will be taught to give each vessel its own flair. Students will work at their own pace and receive individual attention.
$125
Screen Printing onto Clay
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Thursdays, September 24 - October 29, 6-9 p.m.
Explore the process of screen printing and transfer original images onto your ceramic pieces. This class incorporates both ceramic and print making processes, and will focus mainly on the surface design possibilities of combining these two media. Some prior ceramic experience is necessary.
$125
Ceramics Open Studio
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Fridays, September 25 - October 30, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Make Friday mornings your time to practice skills learned in current or previous clay classes. Fee includes materials for use in this 6-week class and firing of work produced during this open studio.
$125
Ceramics Holiday Open Studio
6 Weeks (ages 17+)
‘Tis the season for creativity! Hand-build or wheel-throw beautiful ceramic holiday gifts for loved ones. Take one of our three, four-week, Open Studio Sessions. Spaces are limited.
$125
Workshop I
Mondays: November 2 – December 7, 9 a.m.-12p.m.
Workshop II
Mondays: November 2 - December 7, 6-9p.m.
Workshop III
Wednesdays: November 4 - December 16, 9a.m.-12p.m. (No class 11/11)
Sgraffito Surface Design
6 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Matt Maggioni
Tuesdays: November 3 - December 8, 9a.m.-12p.m.
Add depth to your current ceramic work with this easy and fun surface design technique. This short term class will cover the basics of making colored slip decoration and Sgraffito. Some prior ceramic experience is necessary.
$125
Metals
Beginning Metalsmithing
8 weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Christi Reiterman
Mondays, September 21 - November 9, 6-8 p.m.
This is an introductory course to metalsmithing. The focus of this course is to introduce basic tools and techniques used by jewelers. Students will use both sterling silver and copper to create several pieces of jewelry. Expect to get your hands dirty!
$125
"Mixing Metalsmithing with Glass", New Directions
8 Weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Kathryn Riechert
Wednesdays, September 23 – November 18, 6-8p.m. (No class 11/11)
Be inspired to create jewelry with character while exploring many new and exciting techniques. This class will allow students to continue to expand their metalsmithing skills in addition to experimenting with the medium of enamel. Students should have previously completed the beginner's course in order to take this course.
$125
Mixed Media
Fun with Fiber’s for Adults
6 Weeks (ages 17+)
Instructor: Suzy Hokanson
Wednesdays, October 7-November 18, 6-8 p.m. (No class 11/11)
Have fun with fibers starting with learning how to make your own yarn by spinning wool. Students will learn different dyeing processes and explore a variety of weaving techniques that will show different textures. No prior knowledge needed, just enthusiasm for fun.
$100
Performing Arts
One-Day Visual Arts Classes
The Still Life Studio, an Introduction to Drawing, Ages 17+
Instructor: David Rousseau
Saturday, October 3, 9a.m. - 4p.m
This basic studio drawing workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of drawing from observation: sighting and measuring, proportion, perspective, mark-making, and value. Students will apply these skills to create effective still life compositions and will learn how to create their own still life set ups for future drawings.
$50
Mixed Media Collage, Ages 17+
Instructor: Jelena Pavlovic
Saturday, November 7, 9a.m. – 4p.m.
Spend a day using a variety of found objects and art mediums to create an original work of art. Students are encouraged to bring their own objects from home which can be incorporated either as a part of their actual piece or can be set up as a still life to draw and create from.
$50
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