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| What's Going on at Pfac in September? |
| Saturday, 04 September 2010 10:14 |
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Check out the exhibits, events and classes at Pfac this month:How Artists See Their World: Outsider Art from the Collection of Dan Prince Now Through September 19, 2010 Featuring artworks gathered over the past 40 years by dealer and collector Daniel C. Prince, this exhibition dares viewers to see through the eyes of non-traditional artists often called "Outsiders" or "Visionaries." This grouping of artists with developmental disabilities and diagnosed mental conditions represents a different world of art than that which is conventionally promoted or displayed. Emotional, vibrant, colorful, and direct – the work they have created is based on their reality. Arts and Education Week - Free Admission Weekend
Saturday, September 4, 10 am- 5 pm - Sunday, September 5, 1-5 pm Free and open to the public The U.S. House of Representatives designated the second week of September as "Arts in Education Week." In celebration, Pfac is offering free admission on September 4 and 5 so that visitors may view the exhibition How Artists View Their World, and experience the many art education resources available to families on site, and for use at home. To enhance the experience and to ensure parents are aware of all the many child development activities and resources that Pfac offers to families, docents will demonstrate our family gallery games, and volunteers will be on-hand to assist in the with the creative activities in our Hand On For Kids gallery. Guests are encouraged to add their broken plates, figurines and tiles to the creative process. Many of Pfac’s educational activities are designed to support Virginia’s Standards of Learning (SOLs). Pfac will be free and open to the public as part of our Arts Access program funded by the Noland Foundation. Girls Night Out! Wednesday, September 8, 5:30-7:30 pm Free and open to the public Pfac’s “Hostess with the Mostest” Jo Louise is hosting another of her fun Gallery Shop get-togethers on Wednesday, September 8, 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Says Jo, “Shopping, nibbles, girl talk, art--no men allowed--what fun! We’ll feature, former Pfac Director, Crys Warlitner, who will showcase her sassy jewelry, handbags, and other creative surprises!” Also featured are artists Rosemary Gray and Laura May who create wonderfully, whimsical pottery together. Discover Watercolor Tuesday, September 14-November 16, 9:30-12 noon $195 Pfac members / $210 non-members Under the tutelage of noted artist Jan Ledbetter, students with any level of experience will enjoy learning more about the tools and techniques of traditional watercolor while experienced artists will discover the methods of painting on alternative surfaces and combining gouache with watercolor paint. Person expression is emphasized and lots of individual attention will be given. A popular and well-respected class with one of Hampton Roads’ finest artists and teachers! Enrollment preference is given to students registered in the previous quarter. Limit: 15 students. The Potter’s Wheel Choose from two sessions: September 14-November 16 Tuesday, 10 am-12 noon (10 sessions) $195 Pfac member / $215 non-member Marshall Turner Or September 16-November 18 Thursday, 7-9 pm (10 sessions) $195 member / $215 non-member Lynn Oglesby This small enrollment course includes basic instruction for beginners plus more advanced techniques for continuing students. For ages 16 through adult. Limit: 7 students. Discover Watercolor Tuesday, September 14-November 16, 9:30-12 noon $195 Pfac members / $210 non-members Under the tutelage of noted artist Jan Ledbetter, students with any level of experience will enjoy learning more about the tools and techniques of traditional watercolor while experienced artists will discover the methods of painting on alternative surfaces and combining gouache with watercolor paint. Person expression is emphasized and lots of individual attention will be given. A popular and well-respected class with one of Hampton Roads’ finest artists and teachers! Enrollment preference is given to students registered in the previous quarter. Limit: 15 students. Intermediate-Advanced Clay Choose from 2 sessions: September 15-November 17 Wednesday, 6:30-9 pm (10 sessions) $195 Pfac member / $215 non-member Or September 16-November 18 Thursday, 10:30 am-1 pm (10 sessions) $195 Pfac member / $215 non-member Beth Turbeville Advanced demonstrations and individual consultations to assist students in exploring their own signature style. Prerequisite: basic understanding of and ability in hand building techniques (pinch, coil, slab) and the potter’s wheel (centering, pulling, trimming). For ages 16 through adult. Limit: 12 students. Oil Painting Tuesday, September 14-November 16, 6:30-9 pm $170 Pfac member / $185 non-member Join Brian Murphy, an experienced landscape painter and explore oil painting as a beginning, intermediate or experienced student. The beginning student will learn fundamentals of oil painting. I f you have been painting for a while but want to loosen up your style or brush up on your techniques, this is the class for you. Learn how to attain a more spontaneous look to your paintings and broader brushstrokes while achieving a certain amount of detail for realism. Learn to use a limited palette and achieve a wide range of colors while retaining a balanced and harmonious painting. Weekly critiques. Beginners: call for materials list. Limit: 14 students.
Wednesday, September 15-November 17, 6:30-9 pm $180 Pfac member / $195 non-member Begin or continue your journey toward painting in watercolor with award-winning artist Bill Hobler. From sketching to completing your painting you will expand your skills using watercolor media. If you ever wished to express yourself in this luminous medium, here’s a course that encourages you to learn watercolor techniques – from basic through advanced. Whether you work in a representational style or abstract, you will be encouraged toward finished works that lead to your own fulfillment. The course will address drawing, basic techniques, color theory, image and color composition, perspective, atmospheric perspective, reflections, photographs as source and people in paintings. The objective is to provide all the skills, knowledge and confidence to continue in intermediate and advanced artistic expression in watercolor. Instructor: Bill Hobler Limit: 14 students. Art After 5 *PREMIERE* Thursday, September 16, 5-7:30 pm Free and open to the public Live acoustic music, poetry, spoken word, making art, refreshment and new friends are the draw of Pfac’s new third Thursday Mixer. The lobby and galleries come alive with the sound of some of the area’s best musicians, interspersed with poetry, painting and other forms of creative expression. Viewing and creating art is not a passive experience here—don’t be surprised if you get pulled into the action. Doors open at 5 pm, entertainment and refreshments begin at 5:30 pm Admission to Pfac every third Thursday (10 am-7:30 pm), and Art After 5 is free through a generous grant from the Noland Foundation. Evening Watercolor Thursday, September 16-November 18, 6:30-8:30 pm (10 sessions) $170 Pfac member / $185 non-member This is the place to start, whether you eventually want to focus on watercolor, gouache or acrylic, or combine your medium with collage. Under the guidance of artist Jim Dees, learn to paint pictures that express you intent and to critique your own paintings with an artist’s vocabulary. Class will begin with a short lecture/demo and proceed to painting subjects of your choosing. Line, composition, value, color, texture… all the basics will be covered. And advanced students will get personal attention, too. This session we’ll also move into some experimental areas – abstract and non-objective painting, Eastern watercolor techniques and collage. Limit: 14 students. Beginning-Intermediate Clay Choose from 2 sessions: September 16-November 18 Tuesday, 6-8:30 pm (10 sessions) $195 Pfac member / $215 non-member Lynne Oglesby Or September 15-November 17 Wednesday, 10:30 am-1 pm (10 sessions) $195 Pfac member / $215 non-member Beth Turbeville Beginning students will be instructed in basic pottery skills (hand forming methods, potter’s wheel, decorating, finishing) and will pursue individual projects. Intermediate students will focus on strengthening their skills set and developing their creative expression. For ages 16 through adult. Limit: 12 students.
After School Clay Camp Wednesdays, September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 4-5:30 pm: for Ages 9-12 Wednesdays, October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 4-5:30 pm: for Ages 5-8 $40 Pfac members / $50 non-member Beth Turbeville and Diane Kroniess Do you like to get messy while creating cool stuff? Here’s your chance! Explore hand forming and the potter’s wheel to create your artworks. A great way to get your young artist started with basic ceramic skills. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Limit: 14 students. Paint Days! Hands On For Kids gallery Every Tuesday & Thursday 10 am-4 pm After being inspired by the art in the galleries, young artists can create their own painting in our Hands On For Kids gallery. Paints, paper, easels and smocks are provided. You provide the creativity and we clean up the mess! The Peninsula Fine Arts Center is located at 101 Museum Drive in Mariners' Museum Park, Newport News, Va. Hours: Tuesday 10 am-8 pm (free Tuesday evenings, 5:30-8 pm); Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 am-5 pm; and 1 to 5 pm Sunday. Pfac is free every first weekend of the month, and every third Thursday, including Art After 5, 5-7:30 pm. Admission (tickets valid 7 days): $7.50/Adult; $6/Seniors, Students, Active-duty Military & AAA; $4/Children (6-12); Free/Children 5 and under. Call (757) 596-8175 for information or visit www.pfac-va.org. Quote this article on your siteTo create link towards this article on your website, copy and paste the text below in your page. Preview :  Powered by QuoteThis © 2008 |
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