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A) Drawing Attention

Grades/Ages: Teen & Adult

GARY LENNON

Study drawing with Gary Lennon in a relaxed friendly and supportive environment. The beginner, intermediate or advanced artist will benefit from classes by learning to see and observe. Learn the basics of drawing (line, form, shading, perspective, and composition) from materials to techniques while rising to a new level of skill. Gary will help students to refine ideas and concepts resulting in their best work. Supply list available online or upon enrollment.

Price: $96

Mondays: 7:00-9:00 PM

May 7, 14, 21, 27

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

A) Art Studio with Gary

Grades/Ages: Teens/Adults

GARY LENNON

Study with Gary Lennon in a relaxed, friendly and supportive atmosphere. Students may use the medium and subject matter of their choice. Using encouraging one on one instruction techniques, Gary will help students rise to new levels of skill. Students of all artistic abilities are welcome ... pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolor, oils or acrylics. Please bring project ideas and your preferred supplies the first session. 4 weeks.

Tuition: $144

Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 pm

May 8, 15, 22, 29

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to www.edmondfinearts.com

A) Watercolor with Gary

Grades/Ages: Teens/Adults

GARY LENNON

In this class, specific brushstroke techniques, color combinations and use of materials will be taught for the beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Using encouraging one on one instruction techniques, Gary will emphasize the study of subject, preparation and transference to watercolor paper. Techniques for still life, landscape and portraiture will be offered and students will advance to higher levels of skill as the course continues.

04/12/2012-05/03/2012
05/10/2012 - 05/31/2012

Thursday 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Price: 96.00

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

A) Adult Oil Painting Portrait Studio

Grades/Ages: Adults/Teens

Painting the human face is both challenging and rewarding. Using oil paint you will learn the classical techniques needed to capture every facial feature and create a likeness. Step by step you will proceed through the stages of preliminary sketch, laying out the palette; the use of brushes and tools and mastering the painting of a true successful portrait. Regardless of your current level of artistry, look forward to developing your personal approach. The first class, while we are getting to know one another, students should bring a small canvas, charcoal and a photograph to work from. A supply list is provided on the FAI website. We will at time work with a model. Students' first meeting will be April 4th @ 10:00 for one hour. Supplies will be discussed during the first meeting.

Michelle Wiser

Wednesdays: 1:00 - 3:00 pm

April 11, 18, 25 and May 2
May 9, 16, 23, 30

$108

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to www.edmondfinearts.com

Origami Masters

Grades/Ages: 2nd and up

You will learn the Japanese art of paper folding! See how a single sheet of paper transforms into flowers, animals, birds and much more! Practice your favorite techniques and take them home as treasures!

Friday, June 8
1:00-2:30 pm

$20

Teacher: Kayla Sherry

For more information, call 405a-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

High School Drama Workshop
Featuring Thoroughly Modern Mille, Jr.*
June 11-15, 2012
9 am to 5 pm, daily
Ages 13 - 18
Registration forms available at www.ocae.net
Earlybird discount if registered by April 30, 212.

*Presented by special arrangement through Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials were also supplied by MTI.

During your workshop we will teach you from start-to-finish how to prep, paint, distress, & glaze your own funky & custom furniture. Workshop tuition is all-inclusive! Not only will you receive the knowledge to Refunk ALL of the furniture in your home - but you will also learn all of my funky tips & tricks to make your furniture painting easier, along with a product recommendation guide with ALL of the products & brands I think are the best (and the best value!)

Learn from my mistakes and don't waste your money on your own furniture painting mess! The average piece of furniture costs about $75.00 to refinish on your own- what if you don't buy the right paint? The right glaze? Or heaven forbid, the wrong color?

We provide all of the tools, materials, brushes, paint, and glazes as well as snacks and a catered lunch - you simply show up in comfy clothes with your piece of furniture and we will provide the rest! You will take home your own piece of gorgeous furniture along with the knowledge of how to refunk and refinish everything else in your home ( and trust me, it's addictive!)

Shrink Art Jewelry

Grades/Ages: 6-12 years

Your drawing skills will be used to create a one of a kind pendant. Once artwork is completed, Stephanie heats the plastic sheeting, melting it to pendant size. Your unique pendant will be strung with a variety of beads creating an amazing designer necklace which will become a treasured keepsake.

Tuesday, June 26
4:00-4:45 pm

$24

Stephanie Carel

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

All Day Furniture Finishing Workshop located at The Edmond Fine Arts Institute in Downtown Edmond, Oklahoma.

Workshop Fee: $175.00 $50.00 Deposit due upon reservation & remaining balance is paid the day of your workshop.

Class Limit: 8 Participants

B.Y.O.F.: Bring your own furniture! Please bring a piece that you are able to carry by
yourself – such as a small dresser, bookshelf, chair, side table, etc. We do provide a dolly the day of the workshop, but please limit your piece to less than "30 long. Furniture must be in good condition – prepped, clean, & ready to paint!

Techniques include: . Using CeCe Caldwell's All Green, NO VOCs, Paints you will learn aging, distressing, and old world finishing techniques, proper finishing with wax to create a durable, gorgeous finish and custom tinting with wax and paints as well as tons of furniture painting tips and tricks to save you time help you become more efficient in your creative process.

Workshop Details: Workshop includes instruction and furniture painting tips and tricks learned from owning our furniture painting business! We will be available to answer any questions you may have as you finish your piece of furniture with CeCe Caldwell’s Paints & Waxes. Classes are limited to 8 participants, so everyone gets one-on-one instruction! We provide a catered lunch, snacks, and drinks. *Workshop fee includes all paint and supplies. You simply show up with your piece of furniture, wearing your painting clothes, and be ready to Refunk!

Students will be offered a 10% off discount on any purchase of CeCe Caldwell's paints the day of the workshop.

Day at the Beach

Grades/Ages: 2nd and up

Nothing is more fun than a day at the beach! Boys and girls will create beachwear perfect for a family beach outing or an afternoon of pretend sunbathing in the backyard.

Friday, June 22
10:00-11:30 am

$23

Instructor: Kayla Sherry

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

Illuminated Manuscript Calligraphy

Grades/Ages: 2nd grade and up

Come learn to paint beautiful alphabets using gold, silver, pen and ink and other colors just like the Kings and Queens of long ago. You will use black paper to create your name or write a poem. These are beautiful and a treasure to keep!

Saturday, June 23
10:00 am -12:00 pm

$28

Teacher: Becki Collins

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

Wire Wrapping Watch

Grades/Ages: 16 and up

You will create a watch unique to you from beginning to end using silver faced watches, pewter chain, silver headpins, freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals. The basic principles of wire wrapping will be taught in class. While this is a beginner class, it does take some dexterity and patience. A great refresher course too!

Tuesday, June 26:
6:30 – 8:30 pm

Tuition: $44

Teacher: Stephanie Carel

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

Steampunk Necklace

Grades/Ages: 16 and up

Steampunk jewelry has made a real comeback in recent years. Vintage parts are becoming harder and harder to find so our class will be using replica parts to create a truly one of kind necklace. Some of the items we will be using will include watch parts, keys, typewriter parts, metal hearts, lockers tags, etc. The pieces attach to an antiqued bronze chain.

Thursday June 21:
6:00 – 7:30 pm

Tuition: $44

Teacher: Stephanie Carel

For more information, call 405-340-4481 or go to edmondfinearts.com

Everyone has a story to tell. That's why the contemporary memoir has become such a popular phenomenon. In this workshop, you will learn how to focus your life stories, give them purpose and apply such craft elements as character, plot, dialogue and setting, especially pertaining to Oklahoma history. Whether you attend one or all twelve sessions, this workshop will show you how to best tell the stories of your life.

Pre-registration required. Class limit - 12.

Co-Sponsor: City Arts Center

Drama Day Camp I
Featuing Dear Edwin, Jr.*
June 18-22, 2012
9 am to 5 pm, daily
Ages 7-12
Registration forms available at www.ocae.net
Earlybird discount available if registered by April 30, 2012.

*Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre Internatinal (MTI). All authorized performance materials were also supplied by MTI.