It’s an ART . . . School!

Once again it's time for a new season of art classes sponsored by the Dahlonega Arts Council (DAC) at the Buisson Arts Center on South Chestatee Street, Dahlonega. The first set of classes were a huge success - we all had a great time and learned a lot.

The next series will begin in February, meeting each Tuesday from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for six weeks. Some of the classes being offered are:

Oil Painting - Terry Ergle

Drawing - Win Crannelle

Sculpture - Bob Dodds

Theatre Set Design - Jim Fambrough

Acrylic Painting - Bill Lawson

Basket Weaving - Jan Stansell

If you are interested in taking a class (or teaching one!) call Mike Miller at 706-867-5009 or stop by the Buisson Arts Center and register. Registration forms are also available at www.buissonartscenter.com .

There will be discounts for DAC Members (and it's only $25 to join the DAC - click here)!

Classes will be held at the Buisson Arts Center (formerly known as the Folkways Center), across from the Smith House. For more information call the instructor or (706) 867-0050. Consider taking a class yourself, or tell your friends! Makes a wonderful gift!

This will be the start of a year-round art school located on the top floor of the Buisson Arts Center, behind the church building.

Oil Painting. Instructor: Terry Ergle (706) 344-8537           
Tuesday Evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Six weeks starting February, 2005
This class is designed for beginners as well as for those advanced in oil painting.  There will be individual attention given to each student.  Subject matter can be varied with each student, and students can bring their own photos to work from.  There will be instruction in landscape, still life, and abstract painting.  Class is limited to 8 students with a minimum of 5.  A supply list will be provided after registration.

Non-Members: $85 per student + materials;
DAC Members $75 per student + materials.

Drawing. Instructor: Win Crannell.
Tuesday Evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Six weeks starting February, 2005
You will learn the principles of composition, proportion, shading and perspective.  Drawing assignments will guide you through the visual element of value, line, texture, shape and space.
$60.00 per student, plus materials.

Non-Members: $85 per student + materials;
DAC Members $75 per student + materials.

Cast Metal Sculpture. Instructor: Roberct Dodds (706) 864-9699  
Tuesday Evenings, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
6 weeks starting February 2005.
This Class will involve the metal casting process (several casting options for iron and bronze will be discussed during the course of the class). In class you will learn techniques to create your sculpture piece(s) by working directly in modeling wax.  You will also learn and have assistance in preparing your piece for the refractory mold process. Explanation for finishing your metal sculpture by “chasing and patination to presentation” after casting will be covered. A list of simple tools and further explanation of possible expenses will be provided by calling the instructor prior to beginning class. Sculptor’s microcrystalline wax will be provided for a cost of $2.00 per pound. Class limit is 10 students, minimum of 5.
$70 + materials; DAC members $60 + materials

Non-Members: $70.00 + materials
DAC Members: $60.00 + materials

Theater Set Design. Instructor: Jim Fambrough  706-867-0050
Tuesday Mornings 9:30am-11:30am;
Tuesday Evenings 6pm-8pm

6 weeks starting February 2005.
Students will learn the basic necessities for a safe and proper set design. Construction techniques and faux finishing will be taught by using  hands on and real set design. A must for anyone involved in theater or play productions.

Non-Members: $75.00 + materials
DAC Members: $65.00 + materials

Acrylic Painting. Instructor: Bill Lawson   
Tuesday Mornings 9:30 am-11:30 am;
Tuesday Evenings 6 pm-8 pm

6 weeks starting February 2005.
Students will learn how to create a composition, figurative gestures, and finally create a portrait from a photograph. They will learn the importance of form for the human figure, highlights and shadows, perspective, and balance. The focus of the course will not be on capturing realism, but rather on form, color, and balance. Within this time frame each student will complete one finished portrait. Class limit is 10, minimum of 5.

Non-Members: $75.00 + materials
DAC Members: $65.00 + materials

Appalachian Basket Weaving. Instructor: Jan Stansell  

Tuesday Evenings 6:30 pm-8:30 pm

6 weeks starting January 18, 2005.

Learn to weave the classic basket shapes of the mountains; market basket, apple basket, egg basket, and more. While primarily geared toward beginning students, there will be more challenging projects for the intermediate student to tackle. Techniques taught will include plaiting, spoke work, and twining. We will be working with reed and adding color accents if desired. Jan Stansell has been making baskets and teaching the craft for over 15 years. She teaches at the John C Campbell Folk School. Class limit is 10, minimum of 6.

Non-Members: $85.00 + materials
DAC Members: $75.00 + materials
Estimated material cost $40, to be purchased through instructor.