10 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

10 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

10 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

12SU175.1 Calligraphy, the Art of Writing
Create written works in elegant Calligraphy. Students will learn the basic strokes of Foundation, and Gothic lettering. Each student will need to bring a felt tip broad point calligraphic pen, ruler, pencil, and unlined white paper to each meeting. A folder for student work is suggested.

8 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

8 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

8 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

8 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

8 week Open Figure Drawing Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Open, uninstructed figure drawing provides a forum for the maintenance of artistic skills and for uninhibited experimentation essential to creative development. This supportive and uncritical environment is available to everyone at their convenience on a weekly, ongoing basis. A minimum of 5 students must pre-register for the studio to run. Students under 18 must have a signed permission slip from parents/guardians.

Afternoon Adventures August 13
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 14
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 15
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 16
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 17
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 20
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 21
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 22
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 23
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures August 24
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures June 11th
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures June 12
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures June 13
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures June 14
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures June 15
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling of same household) Daily: $30

Afternoon Adventures Session A
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations.

Afternoon Adventures Session B
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations.

Afternoon Adventures Session C
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations.

Afternoon Adventures Session D
Afternoon adventures complement activities campers have worked on during the day, and includes visits by extra special artists and performers as well as fieldtrips to fun cultural destinations.

An Introduction to the Potential of Paint
In this course you will have the opportunity to explore the basic elements of painting while applying them in a personally meaningful way. Through traditional projects such as the still-life and the self-portrait you will practice techniques such as scumble painting, subtractive oil painting, and glaze painting leaving this class with a greater appreciation of the diverse range of paint as a medium.

Basic Drawing (Ages 16 & up)
Drawing is a way of seeing and communicating. Develop your own personal eye and language as you discover principles of observation, composition, shading and mark-making. Each session will focus on a specific strategy and will include demonstration, practice and group sharing. Homework is encouraged. Please check the DAC website for supply list.

Basic East Coast Swing (Ages 16 & up)
If you want to shake, rattle, roll and swing then this is the class for you! We cover lead and follow for everyone covering the major basic moves to get everyone dancing by the end of their first session. Fitness and Fun for everyone! No partner necessary. Wear comfortable clothes and smooth sole shoes.

Basic Wire Hammering (Ages 16 & up)
Expand your knowledge of wire wrap techniques and start making your own findings. As you make more jewelry this will save you money as well as adding a personal and artistic touch that will set your jewelry apart. Using the foundations learned in class, you will be able to let your imagination run freely and create many beautiful jewelry pieces and to apply these techniques to other craft projects. In class you will learn the basic components and techniques of how to shape and hammer metal wire to create pendants, links, findings, and other basic jewelry components. A materials cost of $16 is due to instructor at first class meeting. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Basic Wire Hammering (Making Findings for Wire Wrap Jewelry (Ages 16 & up)
Expand your knowledge of wire wrap techniques and start making your own findings. As you make more jewelry this will save you money as well as adding a personal and artistic touch that will set your jewelry apart. Using the foundations learned in class, you will be able to let your imagination run freely and create many beautiful jewelry pieces and to apply these techniques to other craft projects. In class you will learn the basic components and techniques of how to shape and hammer metal wire to create pendants, links, findings, and other basic jewelry components. A materials cost of $16 is due to instructor at first class meeting. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Beginning/Intermediate Wheel (Ages 16 & up)
Use the potter’s wheel to make cups, mugs, bowls, vases & much more. If you’ve never used a potter’s wheel before, you’ll learn the skills needed to make pottery. If you’re a returning student, we’ll focus on improving your skills.

Bellydance Fitness
Think that going to the gym is boring? Keep fit with this beautiful Middle Eastern dance. It’s a fun low impact exercise perfect for all shapes, sizes and ages. We’ll cover hip and shoulder shimmies, graceful turns, arm placements, upper body isolations and more. Geared toward beginners but great for more experienced dancers who want to polish up on the basics and stay in shape. Bring a large scarf for your hips. No formal dance training is required.

Bellydance! (Ages 16 & up)
Belly dance, a middle eastern folk dance, has not only transgressed the boundaries of borders, but has also transgressed the boundaries of time. The Mixed Beginner Belly Dance class is meant for individuals who want to begin expressing their own unique story of love and life and have either no experience or less than a year’s experience belly dancing. Students will learn, develop, and refine critical skills necessary to the art form of belly dancing, such as strength, control, flexibility, and grace, while also learning lively combinations that will dazzle and amaze the eye.

Book Illustration (ages 16 and up)
For beginning or intermediate illustrators, students will pick a written work to create illustrations for, be it children’s story, or a satire for grown-ups. During the course, students will work on sketches and final illustrations in class, as well as at home. We’ll go over sketches and final works as a group. Please come to class prepared with some basic drawing knowledge. Whether you’re a novice or advanced, you’ll feel more confident about the pictures you create, as we discuss composition, contrast, the importance of color usage, character design, and much more. We’ll go over some basics of illustration, and also take a look at some of the great children’s book illustrators of the past and present. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Calligraphy, the Art of Italic Writing
Create written works in elegant calligraphy. Students will learn the basic strokes of, Italic lettering. Each student will need to bring a felt tip broad point calligraphic pen, ruler, pencil, and unlined white paper to each meeting. A folder for student work is suggested.

Ceramics Camp Ages 8-12
Students will learn how to build various toys, household items, gifts, and objects of pure fantasy during this two week camp. Creativity and fun combine to create an imaginative introduction to clay and pottery. This class will cover pinch, coil, reduction, slab construction, finishes and work on a group project. Because projects need to be fired, pieces may need to be picked up after the session ends. This class will take place at the Durham Arts Council Building at 120 Morris Street.

Collage (Ages 16 & up)
Collage can be wildly playful or deeply serious – or both. This class offers exercises to foster spontaneity and experimentation as well as design concepts to help develop your work. Using a wide variety of materials such as newspapers, magazines, wallpaper, ticket stubs and other found papers, along with textured papers we create in class, we’ll create rich, expressive compositions. These can be simple or complex, abstract or pictorial. All levels are welcome. Please check DAC website for materials list.

Contemporary Art History: Exploring the Motivations Behind 20th and 21st Century Art
What we consider to be “contemporary art” is dependent on participation, interaction, and dialogue. The core purpose of this course is to discuss the artistic motivations and historical context behind the stylistic shifts during the 20th and 21st centuries. How did industrialization and urbanization create the modern “artist”? How did changing social structures affect who could be an “artist” and what an “artist” should be discussing? Who in the heck is the “audience” anyway? In essence, this class prepares you to be the quintessential obnoxious person who's all-too-ready to explain “what this piece means” while walking around a museum.

Continuing Watercolor Painting (16 and older)
Continuing students that have taken the 8 week beginner class will continue refining technique, consider additional design issues and learn through challenging painting assignments, group critiques and painting with individual goals. No beginners please. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Designing and Applying a Personal Logo using Adobe Illustrator (Ages 16 & up)
In this course students will create a personal logo and business card using Adobe Illustrator. The course will include basic skills building within Illustrator. This process will take the student from a sketch on paper to a finished digital logo that is ready for real life application. Students in this course should come to class with a basic knowledge of computers and an idea for their personal logo design.

Digital Photography I (Ages 16 & up)
Learn how to capture, edit and produce top-quality images for the Internet and printing. By mastering digital camera techniques, you gain access to a whole new world rarely obtained by photographers with conventional film photography. Students should have a digital camera with manual exposure control.

Digital Photography II (Ages 16 & up)
This course is for the student who wants to continue with their skills in digital photography. Students will learn advanced techniques in photo editing and manipulation as well as learning special projects and techniques in photography. Must have taken Digital Photography I or equivalent course work. Students should have a 35mm digital camera with manual exposure control.

Drawing-Based Transparent Watercolor (Ages 16 & up)
Easy and inexpensive! Only 2 brushes and 4 tubes of watercolor!! Each week focuses on one basic drawing strategy plus one simple watercolor technique. Practice in class and through weekly homework projects. All experience levels are welcome. Please check the DAC website for supply list.

DSLR Exposure Basics
Creating great photographs with a prosumer DSLR requires an understanding of many different technical and creative areas of knowledge. But the most difficult task for beginning students is to master exposure: creatively making the image darker or lighter (overriding auto exposure). Once this is understood, it is much easier to grasp the other concepts. This five hour class serves as a suitable introduction for beginners or a good review for intermediate students. Students must bring a Digital SLR camera to class, and have a basic understanding of how to capture images in program mode. (Please bring your camera manual to class.)

Exploring Color in Drawing and Painting (Ages 16 & up)
Color is like music. With Color you can create quiet works or express an entire symphony. No matter what the medium: pencil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, gouache, {no oils, please} this class is designed to strengthen and develop your drawing and painting through exercises in both drawing and the use of color. We’ll work with a variety of color concepts and will incorporate them in in-class drawing assignments. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of color and a wider range of drawing and painting skills. Independent study students welcome. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Exploring Encaustic
Learn the basics of Encaustic painting, collage, fusing techniques and surface treatments during these exciting workshops. Encaustic painting is an ancient, versatile and engaging method of creating art with hot wax. We will address safety issues (ventilation, temperature control, proper fusing and equipment use), explore fusing techniques, paint application, collaging, carving and surface techniques, how to create translucent and opaque layers, how to make encaustic medium and how to ensure your final work is properly cared for and archival. Although each class is available as an introductory course, students are encouraged to attend all 6 classes so that they may learn as much as possible in an open studio setting, as well as learn from and collaborate with other students. Ideally, each student will have a completed piece at the end of each class. Each workshop is $27. A $35 materials fee is due to instructor at each workshop. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Figure Drawing (Ages 16 & up)
This class combines practice and personal expression with instruction and critique. It offers both short poses (30 second) and long poses (30 minute). Each session will address one specific element of drawing through examples and demonstrations. Basic drawing skills are needed for this course. Students under eighteen must provide a signed permission letter from a parent or guardian. Please check the DAC website for supply list.

Glass Mosaic Workshop
This is an introduction to using different types of glass for mosaics. The workshop will include the design of functional and non-functional projects using new glass as well as recycled glass containers and available glass scraps. Types of glass available include stained glass, cast glass, glass tiles, recycled glass containers, mirror and found objects. Different types and methods of grouting the mosaics will be covered. A $20 materials fee is due to instructor at first class meeting. Glass will be available for purchase from the instructor. Bring an object to mosaic.

Graphic Design and Digital Arts
In this exciting Intensive, students will practice basic to intermediate skills in graphic design. The class will include brainstorming activities, sketchbook lessons, Adobe Photoshop tutorials, Adobe Illustrator tutorials, and a variety of design projects that have you exploring the digital arts. Specific design projects will include photo editing, type design, vector illustrations and more.

Guided Pottery Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Want to work on your own but still need a little help? This intermediate class is appropriate for the student with previous wheel or handbuilding experience who is ready to work independently. Improve your technique and refine your skills with as-needed assistance. Sorry, no beginners.

Guided Pottery Studio (Ages 16 & up)
Want to work on your own but still need a little help? This intermediate class is appropriate for the student with previous wheel or handbuilding experience who is ready to work independently. Improve your technique and refine your skills with as-needed assistance. Sorry, no beginners.

Guitar for Kids I (Ages 8-12)
Kids, want to play your favorite songs on the coolest instrument? Learn basic chords plus how to read tab (a simple method of playing single notes.) No experience necessary. Bring your own guitar, acoustic or electric. If the latter, bring an amp and extension chord. No toy guitars please.

Guitar I
Pull that guitar out from under your bed! Learn how to tune, strum a few basic chords and read tab (a simple method for reading single notes). We’ll apply what you’ve learned to a few favorite tunes. Bring your acoustic or electric guitar. If the latter, bring an amp, guitar cord and extension cord.

Guitar II
Take your playing to the next level! Learn more chords, strum patterns and finger picking styles so you can play your favorite tunes. You must have taken Beginning Guitar or know at least a few basic chords that you can change without stopping. You should also be able to read a chord diagram. If you’re not sure if this class is right for you, please contact the office. Bring your acoustic or electric guitar. If the latter, bring an amp, guitar cord and extension cord.

Harp for Kids I (Ages 7-11)
Join in the fun and synergy of learning to play the harpsicle in a group setting. Starting with kidsong favorites, your child will grow in harpistic skill, confidence, and musicianship. We sing, we clap, we play the harp!... Parents, Harpsicles are available for rent from The Harp Studio.

Illustrating Legends and Ghost Stories
There are many legends and ghost stories abound where historical events have taken place and North Carolina has its share of them. Let’s have a fun look at the past and create illustrations to go with local legends and ghost stories such as “The Ship Of Fire”, “The Brown Mountain Lights”, and “The Ghosts of Charlotte”. We’ll take our illustrations and bind them into books for you to take home at the end of the class. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Intermediate Painting (Ages 16 & up)
Calling all painters! Whether you use watercolor, oils, acrylic or pastels you are welcome! This class is an open format with instructor guidance to help push, inspire and challenge your existing skills. Treated like an “independent study,” students work on their own projects in their preferred media. The instructor works with each student individually during the three hour session helping and directing students. You can be self-directed or with the instructor create a more structured approach. Design, composition and color theory are emphasized and used as tools to broaden the students’ aesthetic and creative comprehension. Class demonstrations are done on an as needed basis so more time is devoted to the individual. Since students are working in their preferred media they are expected to have their supplies already. Be prepared to begin the very first class discussing your ideas and having a reference to work from.

Intermediate Painting (Ages 16 & up)
Calling all painters! Whether you use watercolor, oils, acrylic or pastels you are welcome! This class is an open format with instructor guidance to help push, inspire and challenge your existing skills. Treated like an “independent study,” students work on their own projects in their preferred media. The instructor works with each student individually during the three hour session helping and directing students. You can be self-directed or with the instructor create a more structured approach. Design, composition and color theory are emphasized and used as tools to broaden the students’ aesthetic and creative comprehension. Class demonstrations are done on an as needed basis so more time is devoted to the individual. Since students are working in their preferred media they are expected to have their supplies already. Be prepared to begin the very first class discussing your ideas and having a reference to work from.

Intermediate Painting (Ages 16 & up)
Calling all painters! Whether you use watercolor, oils, acrylic or pastels you are welcome! This class is an open format with instructor guidance to help push, inspire and challenge your existing skills. Treated like an “independent study,” students work on their own projects in their preferred media. The instructor works with each student individually during the three hour session helping and directing students. You can be self-directed or with the instructor create a more structured approach. Design, composition and color theory are emphasized and used as tools to broaden the students’ aesthetic and creative comprehension. Class demonstrations are done on an as needed basis so more time is devoted to the individual. Since students are working in their preferred media they are expected to have their supplies already. Be prepared to begin the very first class discussing your ideas and having a reference to work from.

Intro to Kiln Fired Glass (Ages 16 & up)
This class is an introduction to glass forming with a kiln. Students will learn basic glass techniques to make small sculptural and functional glass objects. They will use methods to form glass by fusing, slumping and casting techniques. Annealing and cold working (grinding and finishing) will be covered as well as firing temperatures, Technical aspects of kiln work such as glass and color compatibility, what types of glass to use for projects. Students will learn mold-making techniques and how to finish projects. Mold materials are provided. Glass may be purchased independently and the cost is dependent on project selection. Approximately $1per oz for most colors, reds and purples are $1.25 oz as they are made with gold. A $25 materials fee is due to instructor at first class meeting.

Introduction to Wire-Wrap Jewelry Making (Ages 16 & up)
Learn one of the world’s oldest and most versatile forms of jewelry making: wire wrapping. Using the foundations learned in class, you will be able to let your imagination run freely and create many beautiful jewelry pieces and to apply these techniques to other craft projects. In class you will learn the basic components and techniques of how to wire wrap jewelry using metal wire and drilled beads. The course will cover wire varieties, gauges, and their uses; creating simple loops and wire wraps; and work on two projects of the student’s choice within the scope of instruction. A $12 materials fee is due to instructor at first class meeting. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Introduction to Wire-Wrap Jewelry Making (Ages 16 & up)
Learn one of the world’s oldest and most versatile forms of jewelry making: wire wrapping. Using the foundations learned in class, you will be able to let your imagination run freely and create many beautiful jewelry pieces and to apply these techniques to other craft projects. In class you will learn the basic components and techniques of how to wire wrap jewelry using metal wire and drilled beads. The course will cover wire varieties, gauges, and their uses; creating simple loops and wire wraps; and work on two projects of the student’s choice within the scope of instruction. A $12 materials fee is due to instructor at first class meeting. Please check DAC website for additional supply list.

Kindermusik: Let's Play (Ages 2-4)
ABC Music & Me is a researched-based language and early literacy program built around music. ABC Music & Me helps develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and storytime. ABC Music & Me supports the early childhood standards and requirements for “high quality programs” as defined by the National Institute for Early Education. Let's Play All the ways you play—at home, in the school yard, during your family time together—is this month’s theme. In class we’ll play “Follow the Leader” and other playground games to help your toddler develop listening and singing skills while strengthening movement and hand-eye coordination. In your Home Kit, find more activities, songs, and games you can do together to play and learn at home, too.

Kindermusik: Marvelous Me (Ages 2-4)
ABC Music & Me is a researched-based language and early literacy program built around music. ABC Music & Me helps develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and storytime. ABC Music & Me supports the early childhood standards and requirements for “high quality programs” as defined by the National Institute for Early Education. Marvelous Me This month we’ll cover pattern games and body awareness from head to toe. In class we’ll listen for patterns and repeated phrases in the music, which develops your child’s early math skills and self-esteem. When you play the same pattern seeking games at home that we played in class, your toddler’s confidence and skill building will grow.

Kindermusik: Splash (Ages 2-4)
ABC Music & Me is a researched-based language and early literacy program built around music. ABC Music & Me helps develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and storytime. ABC Music & Me supports the early childhood standards and requirements for “high quality programs” as defined by the National Institute for Early Education. Splash This month we’ll think and talk in patterns of 3s. In class we’ll sing songs that help your child seek and find that pattern, such as singing Row, Row, Row Your Boat. Even the things in your Home Kit this month comes in 3s—when you listen to the music, share the activities, and splash around with this blow-up beach ball.

Life Drawing Workshop (Ages 16 & up)
This is an all level course addressing a range of topics and issues in drawing as a general practice and the figure specifically. Whether you are a beginner or someone who has been working with the figure for years the topics covered here will form a strong basis for further work or add new variations and possibilities to your already assured technique. Mixing levels will provide beginning students with mentoring examples while giving more advanced students the ability to share their knowledge and skills in the classroom community. We will work with a range of visual and rendering skills including gesture and chiaroscuro, foreshortening and modeling along with some anatomical studies. Then we’ll add some new strategies and explore sequencing, single form studies, grids, collage and copying. Add to this, form and spatial studies from nature and manmade objects, drawing on prepared and found surfaces, and we begin to approach a more holistic awareness of the drawing process and its purpose in visualizing us and our world while transforming it through art. In short we’ll be developing a holistic rational for the process and art of drawing. Throughout we’ll work to enhance your personal expressive voice. Techniques will focus primarily on using charcoal, Conté crayons, and ink while opening up the course to watercolor and pastel. Regular class critiques will mark your progression and we’ll discuss some of the ways the figure and the other objects and spaces we draw can carry meaning whether through expression, technique, or scale. We will look at historical and contemporary works and techniques by a range of artists for both understanding and inspiration. Leonardo da Vince said `The supreme misfortune is when theory outstrips performance' so we’ll play hard, have fun with the process, and build progressively the development of your rendering and visual skills. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Mini Camp 1: 6/11 Recycled Art
Create art by reusing what most people use once and then throw away. Bryant Holsenbeck and David Edgar are just two of the many artists that create from recycled materials. Get inspired by the various artists and organizations in North Carolina that work with and support the use of recycled material to create your own recycled art. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 1: 6/12 Recycled Art
Create art by reusing what most people use once and then throw away. Bryant Holsenbeck and David Edgar are just two of the many artists that create from recycled materials. Get inspired by the various artists and organizations in North Carolina that work with and support the use of recycled material to create your own recycled art. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 1: 6/13 Recycled Art
Create art by reusing what most people use once and then throw away. Bryant Holsenbeck and David Edgar are just two of the many artists that create from recycled materials. Get inspired by the various artists and organizations in North Carolina that work with and support the use of recycled material to create your own recycled art. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 1: 6/14 Recycled Art
Create art by reusing what most people use once and then throw away. Bryant Holsenbeck and David Edgar are just two of the many artists that create from recycled materials. Get inspired by the various artists and organizations in North Carolina that work with and support the use of recycled material to create your own recycled art. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 1: 6/15 Recycled Art
Create art by reusing what most people use once and then throw away. Bryant Holsenbeck and David Edgar are just two of the many artists that create from recycled materials. Get inspired by the various artists and organizations in North Carolina that work with and support the use of recycled material to create your own recycled art. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 2: 8/13 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 2: 8/14 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 2: 8/15 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 2: 8/16 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 2: 8/17 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 3: 8/20 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 3: 8/21 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 3: 8/22 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 3: 8/23 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mini Camp 3: 8/24 Native American Art
Native Americans first started migrating to North American as early as 40,000 BC. Their influence has infused itself in art, jewelry, food and even the names of roads, towns and rivers. Learn more about Native American influences and current North Carolinian tribes, such as the Lumbee, Coharie and Cherokee. Weekly: $130 ($120 per additional sibling) Daily: $30

Mixed Media
Like to draw, paint, collage, carve, print? You can try it all in this mixed media summer intensive. Based on artists Helen Frankenthaler, Romare Bearden, Andy Warhol, Elizabeth Catelett and others, you will use a variety of techniques and different mediums to create unique works of art. A field trip to the Nasher Museum is a special feature of this teen intensive. Anne Gregory, Instructor

NEW! INTERMEDIATE Drawing-Based Transparent Watercolor (Ages 16 & up)
This is an opportunity for artists who have taken Drawing- Based Transparent Watercolor to expand their palette and learn additional strategies. (No beginning students please.) Sessions will feature individualized Instruction, demos and critique, together with longer studio time. Short weekly lessons and homework projects will continue to guide our exploration. Please check the DAC website for supply list.

NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! Build Your Own Plan Pot!
NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! These workshops are a great way to get creative with your child. Each workshop will allow your child, with your assistance, to create their very own ceramic artwork. Take one, or take them all! Each workshop is $15 per child. Because the projects need to be fired, artwork will be available for pick up about two weeks after the workshop. Handbuild a pot to grow your very own plant in, then decorate it using a variety of colored slips! Make it for that someone special or as your very own!

NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! Name Plates!
NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! These workshops are a great way to get creative with your child. Each workshop will allow your child, with your assistance, to create their very own ceramic artwork. Take one, or take them all! Each workshop is $15 per child. Because the projects need to be fired, artwork will be available for pick up about two weeks after the workshop. Use stamps, textures and color to create your very own nameplate!

NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! Thrown from the Wheel!
NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! These workshops are a great way to get creative with your child. Each workshop will allow your child, with your assistance, to create their very own ceramic artwork. Take one, or take them all! Each workshop is $15 per child. Because the projects need to be fired, artwork will be available for pick up about two weeks after the workshop. Even young ones can throw from the wheel. Our instructors will get your wheel piece started, and you and your child will complete it! Each piece will be dipped in clear glaze and fired.

NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! Thrown from the Wheel!
NEW! Parent/Child Clay Workshops! These workshops are a great way to get creative with your child. Each workshop will allow your child, with your assistance, to create their very own ceramic artwork. Take one, or take them all! Each workshop is $15 per child. Because the projects need to be fired, artwork will be available for pick up about two weeks after the workshop. Even young ones can throw from the wheel. Our instructors will get your wheel piece started, and you and your child will complete it! Each piece will be dipped in clear glaze and fired.

NEW! Parent/Child Toddler Art Workshops (Ages 18 - 4yrs)
Come and join this magical art exploration and experimentation for toddlers and their caregivers. This early opportunity in art making will include multiple stations for creation including painting, collage, clay/playdough and more. In each experiential session, participants are encouraged to discover and create at their own pace and activities and materials will vary each session. Enjoy the process and watch your sprouting artists creativity unfold. Take one, or take them all! Workshops will meet once a month on Monday from 10:00- 11:00 AM. Each workshop is $12 per child.

NEW! Parent/Child Toddler Art Workshops (Ages 18 - 4yrs)
Come and join this magical art exploration and experimentation for toddlers and their caregivers. This early opportunity in art making will include multiple stations for creation including painting, collage, clay/playdough and more. In each experiential session, participants are encouraged to discover and create at their own pace and activities and materials will vary each session. Enjoy the process and watch your sprouting artists creativity unfold. Take one, or take them all! Workshops will meet once a month on Monday from 10:00- 11:00 AM. Each workshop is $12 per child.

NEW! Parent/Child Toddler Art Workshops (Ages 18 - 4yrs)
Come and join this magical art exploration and experimentation for toddlers and their caregivers. This early opportunity in art making will include multiple stations for creation including painting, collage, clay/playdough and more. In each experiential session, participants are encouraged to discover and create at their own pace and activities and materials will vary each session. Enjoy the process and watch your sprouting artists creativity unfold. Take one, or take them all! Workshops will meet once a month on Monday from 10:00- 11:00 AM. Each workshop is $12 per child.

NEW! Parent/Child Toddler Art Workshops (Ages 18 - 4yrs)
Come and join this magical art exploration and experimentation for toddlers and their caregivers. This early opportunity in art making will include multiple stations for creation including painting, collage, clay/playdough and more. In each experiential session, participants are encouraged to discover and create at their own pace and activities and materials will vary each session. Enjoy the process and watch your sprouting artists creativity unfold. Take one, or take them all! Workshops will meet once a month on Monday from 10:00- 11:00 AM. Each workshop is $12 per child.

Outdoor Nature Photography (Ages 16 & up)
Are you looking to expand you capabilities as a photographer? Do you want to control your camera by taking it off automatic where it takes the photo it wants,….and you take the photo? Confused about f-stop, shutter speed, ISO, white balance and their interactions with the ever-changing light conditions outdoors? This class, for beginners and intermediate level photographers from 14 and up will discuss all of these and many more topics in this one day class. Time permitting at the end; we’ll have an optional photo shoot at Duke Gardens.

Painting Gone Wild (Ages 16 & up)
ever just wanted to express yourself using color, line, form and energy? Would you like to explore a range of subject matter- say, abstract and landscape? Do all paintings use only paint or can other tools like pencil and collage be incorporated? Would you like to paint on a variety of surfaces? If the answer to any of these questions is YES, then this is the class for you! We will push the boundaries of painting by exploring paint and any other additions you choose to incorporate. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Painting Gone Wild (Ages 16 & up)
ever just wanted to express yourself using color, line, form and energy? Would you like to explore a range of subject matter- say, abstract and landscape? Do all paintings use only paint or can other tools like pencil and collage be incorporated? Would you like to paint on a variety of surfaces? If the answer to any of these questions is YES, then this is the class for you! We will push the boundaries of painting by exploring paint and any other additions you choose to incorporate. Please check DAC website for supply list.

Photoshop Bootcamp (Ages 16 & up)
Our Introductory “Level 1” Photoshop workshop is ideal for both those new to Photoshop and more experienced users who want to dramatically improve their Photoshop skills and abilities in a one-day workshop format. Students must have a basic knowledge of PC Windows or Mac.

Sculptural Handbuilding (Ages 16 & up)
Create 3-dimensional art, using basic sculptural handbuilding techniques. You will also explore surface treatments with texture, glazes and colored slips. Please note, we do not teach wheel technique in this course, but we encourage students with such skills to incorporate thrown work with handbuilt. All skill levels are welcome!

Sculptural Handbuilding (Ages 16 & up)
Create 3-dimensional art, using basic sculptural handbuilding techniques. You will also explore surface treatments with texture, glazes and colored slips. Please note, we do not teach wheel technique in this course, but we encourage students with such skills to incorporate thrown work with handbuilt. All skill levels are welcome!

Session A: Festive Philippines! 11-13 years Performing Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! 11-13 years Visual Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! 7-8 years Performing Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! 7-8 years Visual Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! 9-10 years Performing Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! 9-10 years Visual Arts Track
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session A: Festive Philippines! Creative Kids 5-6 years
The Philippines, an archipelago located in Asia, consists of over 7,000 islands. While many Filipinos come from the Malay race the culture is a melting pot with Chinese, Indonesian, and Arab influences. Spanish colonization in the 1500’s brought change in religion as well as architectural changes to the area by creating walled cities called Intramuros with churches and other buildings inside. In 1898 the Philippines became the first American colony and experienced more outside influence as changes were made to language and education. Come take a peek inside this exciting country.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 11-13 years Performing Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 11-13 years Visual Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 7-8 years Performing Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 7-8 years Visual Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 9-10 years Performing Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! 9-10 years Visual Arts Track
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session B: Spectacular Sweden! Creative Kids 5-6 years
Despite prehistory dating back as early as 12,000BC with historical roots linked to the Vikings, Sweden did not become its own independent country until the Middle Ages. With such a rich and long history this now peaceful and modern thinking country has produced many wonderful artists. Anders Zorn, portrait artist; Carl Larsson, painter; Franz Adolf Berwald, composer; Ingrid Bergman, actor/filmmaker; and Astrid Lindgren, writer of Pippi Longstocking are among the many who call Sweden home. Come and be introduced to some of the amazing Swedish artists of the past and present.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 11-13 years Performing Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 11-13 years Visual Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 7-8 years Performing Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 7-8 years Visual Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 9-10 years Performing Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! 9-10 years Visual Arts Track
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session C: Zesty Zimbabwe! Creative Kids 5-6 years
Home to the ruins of Great Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls (the largest waterfall) and the Shona culture Zimbabwe is full of art including pottery, sculpture, jewelry and carvings, which are often recognized by their symmetrical qualities. Many modern day musician, painters and writers have fused the many historical influences, including African folklore and European influences, from Zimbabwe into their current works. Artists from this great land go beyond the visual and include writers and poets. Come take a cultural journey through Zimbabwe with us and learn about it’s remarkable art and artists.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 11-13 years Performing Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 11-13 years Visual Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 7-8 years Performing Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 7-8 years Visual Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 9-10 years Performing Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! 9-10 years Visual Arts Track
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

Session D: Unparalleled Peru! Creative Kids 5-6 years
Lake Titicaca, which sits at a high altitude, is not the only amazing thing inside this diverse country. Beyond the amazing natural landscape of mountains and rainforest is also Peru’s culture which proves to be extremely diverse as a result of its rich history, being the home to the ancient Incan capital if Cuzco and the lost city of Machu Picchu, and combined with the influences of the Spanish Conquistadors. With the Andes Mountains to the west and the Amazon River Basin isolating Peru from the rest of South America it has been able to maintain many of its ancient customs. Come explore this diverse and marvelous country.

SLR Digital Photography: Composition, Light and
Tired of using your powerful digital SLR like a point and shoot camera? Learn the basic photographic techniques involved in planning, shooting, and photo-editing images. Learn how to shoot in manual mode and how to independently set ISO, aperture and shutter controls. Learn how to use the various focus and exposure functions. Learn about all the different lenses available for your camera. We will also cover the artistic parts: lighting, flash, quality of light, composition, color and aesthetics. Class will consist of shooting, lectures, slide shows, analysis of past and present master photographers and hands-on photo editing work in the digital lab. Text: A Short Course in Digital Photography by Barbara London and Jim Stone, 2010. Recommended, but not required.

Songwriting
It all starts with a song! Are you the next Adele? Do you want to express your thoughts, feelings and ideas through song? This class will teach you the fundamental elements of songwriting and how to make them work for you! Students will create, develop and polish their own songs in preparation for a final concert for their friends and family. Composition will also be taught during this musical intensive.

Songwriting for Everyone
Think you can't write songs? Or you've written a few but need a boost? Maybe you're a journal writer or a poet who'd like to branch out? Whatever the case, you'll enjoy this fun class. With easy exercises and discussion, we'll explore finding inspiration, writing lyrics, and making up melodies. For beginning songwriters or more experienced writers who want a slow paced class. Formal background in music is NOT required.

Studio Lighting for Digital Photography
Learn basic lighting for digital photography. Electronic Flash, Constant Light Sources, and Lighting Control Devices will be demonstrated. How to meter and adjust exposure for best results in a variety of picture-taking situations will be explored.

The Alphabet Book
A collaborative exploration of block printed imagery to form a book that everyone binds and makes their own copy. Printing techniques can range from beginners with linoleum blocks or plaster to advanced printers with woodblocks and composites. Using a standard format and a standard imagery concept, each student produces a certain number of blocks or pages with type that are printed, trimmed and then bound using Japanese Perf Binding to make a finished book. This is about exploration of this most ancient, yet modern technique. Emphasis will be on easily found materials and techniques for those of us who do not own a “press” or expensive equipment. This will be open to all levels of experience – the greater the variety the more fun the results. Do not assume that alphabets books are just for children. There is a $25 materials fee owed to teacher at first class. Please check DAC website for materials list.

To Paint a Portrait (Ages 16 & up)
This is a portrait class for artists with any basic painting and drawing skills. This class will be geared toward the recreational painter but will accommodate any artist who wants a solid introduction to portraiture. You will learn more than one way to get your subject’s image onto the canvas. Skin tones will be de-mystified. Practical considerations of dealing with your subject or model will be discussed and you will experience 3 sessions working with a live model. Leave your preconceptions at home, bring your paints and check your ego at the door! Let’s paint people! Oil or acrylic will work but oils are highly recommended. Please check DAC website for supply list.

TRIANGLE YOUTH BALLET 5-6 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

TRIANGLE YOUTH BALLET 7-8 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Triangle Youth Ballet, 3-4 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Triangle Youth Ballet, 3-4 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Triangle Youth Ballet, 3-4 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Triangle Youth Ballet, 3-4 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Triangle Youth Ballet, 3-4 year olds Pre-Ballet
Our Stage One Classes are an introduction to dance through a ballet-based creative movement for boys and girls. Using music, movement and make-believe, students develop their dance skills. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and free-form, with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate cognitive skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure.

Watercolor and the Figure (Ages 16 & up)
This course will concentrate on rendering the figure in watercolor, and pen and ink. These media are part of a long tradition in drawing the figure. From the Renaissance with pen and wash on colored papers, to the expressionists and photo realists of our contemporary time, watercolor has a long and varied tradition when it comes to rendering the figure. The process asks one to slow down and give attention to details and form, to think in terms of paint and expression. Less a life drawing and anatomy class and more a painterly exploration of the figure, we’ll first concentrate on developing some traditional techniques and then expand on these in a variety of ways with each person developing their own individual expressive manner. The watercolor techniques taught will assume no prior experience with the medium and will instead build from the ground up with processes and materials to provide a base for using this medium well beyond the course. We’ll work with various techniques including wet on wet and dry brush. We’ll examine color mixing and simultaneous contrast as well as a variety of rendering techniques including painterly and photo image styles. Prerequisite is one life drawing class. Students under eighteen must provide a signed permission letter from a parent or guardian.

Web Design Building Blocks (Ages 16 & Up)
Intro to HTML and CSS - or how you can create a web page with a text editor and your browser. Learn web publishing essentials and see your work on the Internet! This class is hands on, but also covers what you need to know to go beyond the basics.

Wedding Prep/Ballroom Sampler : Basic - Fox Trot and Waltz (Ages 16 & up)
In this Class you will Learn how to move through the basic patterns of both Fox Trot and Waltz, If you are getting married, or someone you know is or you simply just want to learn how to dance beautifully then this is the class for you! No partner necessary.

Zumba (Ages 16 & up)
One of the newest exercise crazes is the Zumba fitness program, an upbeat aerobic exercise workout done to Latin and international music. Using a mixture of body sculpting movements and simple dance steps, it is a fun and easy “feel happy” way to burn calories and tone the body. No running shoes allowed.

Zumba (Ages 16 & up)
One of the newest exercise crazes is the Zumba fitness program, an upbeat aerobic exercise workout done to Latin and international music. Using a mixture of body sculpting movements and simple dance steps, it is a fun and easy “feel happy” way to burn calories and tone the body. No running shoes allowed.