Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers a wide variety of arts education classes for adults and children in the literary, visual, and performing arts. Classes are offered quarterly and typically meet for ten weeks or less, with registration beginning approximately six weeks prior to the start of classes.
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Registration
If you would like to register for classes, you can complete the registration form in the back of the course catalog and mail it with your check or credit card information to Callanwolde. Please follow the instructions on the form to complete the registration.
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By Phone: You may also register by phone with a VISA or Mastercard by calling our Programs/Registration Office at (404) 872-5338, Monday-Friday 9:00AM until 5:00PM.
By Email: For registration questions contact Robin Van Horne at rvanhorne@callanwolde.org
In Person: You may register in person by visiting Callanwolde's Programs/Registration Office Monday-Friday, 9:00AM until 5:00PM. The Registration Office is located on the second floor of the Callanwolde mansion at 980 Briarcliff Road, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30306.
Supply Lists:Download here. Many art classes require you to purchase or obtain supplies before the first class begins. You can download course supply lists in Adobe PDF format from the icon below.
More Information: For more information about our registration policies and procedures, cancellation and refund policies, etc., click on the Registration link on the green menu bar at the top of this page, or call our Programs/Registration Office at (404) 872-5338.
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Registration
If you would like to register for classes, you can complete the registration form in the back of the course catalog and mail it with your check or credit card information to Callanwolde. Please follow the instructions on the form to complete the registration. Online: Available NOW! You may now register online for classes. By Phone: You may also register by phone with a VISA or Mastercard by calling our Programs/Registration Office at (404) 872-5338, Monday-Friday 9:00AM until 5:00PM. In Person: You may register in person by visiting Callanwolde's Programs/Registration Office Monday-Friday, 9:00AM until 5:00PM. The Registration Office is located on the second floor of the Callanwolde mansion at 980 Briarcliff Road, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30306. Supply Lists: Many art classes require you to purchase or obtain supplies before the first class begins. You can download course supply lists in Adobe PDF format from this website. Click on the Registration link on the green menu bar at the top of this page for more information about supply lists. More Information: For more information about our registration policies and procedures, cancellation and refund policies, etc., click on the Registration link on the green menu bar at the top of this page, or call our Programs/Registration Office at (404) 872-5338.
Summer Arts Camps
Callanwolde offers a variety of Summer Arts Camp programs for children of all ages from newborns to teenagers. Sessions include visual arts, pottery, drama and Kindermusik programs. Age limits are determined by Callanwolde's instructors and the Programs Department. No exceptions will be made.
The complete Summer Camp Schedule is available in Adobe PDF format.
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Summer Dance Camps
Callanwolde offers a variety of summer dance camps for children ages 7 and up. Dance workshops are offered in Ballet, Modern and Jazz styles of dance. The dance camp schedule is listed in the Summer Class Catalog.
Callanwolde Hours
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is open Monday through Friday 9:00AM until 10:00PM and on Saturdays 9:00AM until 4:00PM. Callanwolde is closed on Sundays and most holidays, except for special events. Please call (404) 872-5338 for more information about closed holiday dates.
Parking
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center has free parking available in the open lot behind the arts center. Auxilliary parking is available at the adjacent Laurel Heights Hospital on Briarcliff Road. For safety reasons, parking in the driveway, near entrances and in fire lanes is prohibited.
MARTA
Callanwolde is easily accessible using MARTA. The Edgewood/Candler Park rail station is the closest rail station to Callanwolde and is approximately 3 miles away. Bus service is available to a bus stop in front of Callanwolde on Braircliff Road. Take Bus # 6 from either the Edgewood/Candler Park MARTA rail station or the Lindbergh rail station to get to Callanwolde by bus.
Disabled Students
Programs and facilities are offered to all persons without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, creed or disability. If you have a special need or a disability, please let us know and we will make every effort to accommodate you.
Children & Teen Dance Classes
ALL CHILDREN MUST HAVE
PARENTAL SUPERVISION BEFORE
AND AFTER THEIR CLASS
The aim of this program is to instill in each student the joy of dance as an art form. The program includes technical skills, improvisation and choreography, musical background, and performing experience within a graded structure. Children are allowed a high degree of personal freedom for their own invention and creativity. This educational approach to dance utilizes problem-solving, observation, and sharing of experience.
Make-Up Policy:
Dance students must make up classes missed during a quarter before the end of that quarter. Children should attend a class of the same age group with the same instructor and should discuss make-up policy with their instructor. Callanwolde is not responsible for classes missed due to student absences.
Parents’ Day:
Parents will observe the class “in action,” and may discuss their child’s personal growth and development with the instructor on the last day of Summer Quarter dance classes.
Scholarship Assistance:
A limited number of partial scholarships are available to dance students 5-years-old and older. Criteria are need, talent, and commitment to the program. Applications for the 2008-2009 school year are available in the Programs Office. The deadline to receive applications is Thursday, July 31, 2008.
Mommy & Me Ballet (2-4 years)
For parent and child to experience the fundamentals of dance together! Increase your physical strength, coordination, flexibility, and endurance while experiencing the joy of movement. A wonderful way for you and your child to learn the basics of ballet while sharing a creative process.
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $60 members / $65 non-members
3275 Wednesdays, July 16 – August 6
4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 4 weeks
Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet (4-6 years)
Introduces boys and girls ages 4-6 to the fundamentals of dance, while helping them to increase their physical strength, flexibility, coordination and endurance. Designed to increase the student’s self-confidence and to find a greater joy in moving, dance and personal expression.
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $50 members /$55 non-members
3276 Wednesdays, July 16 – August 6
5:00 – 5:45 p.m. 4 weeks
What to wear for Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet:
Children should wear comfortable clothes and may dance barefoot or in ballet slippers. Tights and leotard are preferred.
Mommy & Me Jazz (6-10 years) NEW
For parent and child to experience the fundamentals of dance together! Increase your physical strength, coordination, flexibility, and endurance while experiencing the joy of movement. A wonderful way for you and your child to learn the basics of jazz while sharing a creative process.
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $60 members / $65 non-members
3277 Wednesdays, July 16 – August 6
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. 4 weeks
Summer Dance Intensive (7 years & up)
A week-long intensive for the Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Dancer. Join us for five fun-filled days of dance classes and activities: Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and additional classes such as Pointe, Variations, Character, Drama, History, Tap, and Turns. Class placement is determined by previous experience; an evaluation will be given the first day of class. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 15, max. 40.
Instructors: Callanwolde Faculty & Guests
Pre-Registration through May 16th
Fee: $250 members / $260 non-members
Following May 16th
Fee: $300 members / $310 non-members
3151 Monday - Friday, June 16 - 20
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 5 days
Little Musicals (9-11 years)
Campers will study song and dance centered upon each theme, along with focused art projects to be used as props in the final show. Little Musicals takes to the stage on Wednesday at 1 p.m., to which family and friends are invited. Musicals TBA. Min. 10, max. 20.
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3152 Monday - Wednesday, June 30 - July 2
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 3 days
Summer Ballet Intensive
This intensive ballet workshop will offer daily classes in ballet technique for all levels with additional classes in character and modern, and pointe/variations for our advanced level. The last 45 minutes of each session will be variations class focusing on choreography from the Nutcracker.
Instructor: Kelly Oakes Dent
Fee: $175 members / $185 non-members
Grade VI & Up
3153 Monday - Friday, August 4 - 8
9:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. 5 days
Grade II-V
3154 Monday - Friday, August 4 - 8
12:45 - 3:45 p.m. 5 days
Children's Art
Drawing (8-12 years)
Your child will learn fundamental drawing techniques that will enrich their interpretation of the world around them for their own art making. They will work from life, from their own creative forces, and memory. Artistic concepts such as line, form, proportion, value, and texture will be covered. See supply list online. Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Beth D'Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $100 members / $110 non-members
3279 Wednesdays, June 4 - June 25
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Painting (8-12 years)
In this class your child will explore texture, pattern, and color as they learn to paint from their imagination and from life. They will be encouraged to try a variety of acrylic painting techniques including dry-brushing and wash and will learn concepts such as abstraction and realism. See supply list online. Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Beth D'Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $110 members / $120 non-members
3280 Wednesdays, July 9 - July 30
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Teen Jewelry and Metalsmithing Camp NEW
Join this exciting weeklong course to learn some of the basics of jewelry making and metalsmithing. Take home 2-3 pieces of unique art (jewelry). Projects include a pierced charm, a forged bangle and a textured link bracelet. Teens having taken a jewelry class at Callanwolde are welcome (projects are different). Bring your lunch and a drink bottle (with a resealable top) each day. Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). Min 5, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $180 members / $190 non-members
3278 Monday – Friday, June 9 – 13
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 5 days
Summer Camp Registration Began February 11, 2008
Registrations will be accepted until all spaces are filled.
Please visit www.callanwolde.org for detailed information.
Wee Artists (4-5 years)
DAYS: Tues, Wed & Thurs (meeting a total of 6 days)
TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $135 members/ $145 non-members per 2-week session
3100 Wee Artists I June 10-19
3101 Wee Artists II July 8-17
3102 Wee Artists III July 22-31
Young campers will enjoy learning and creating with a variety of media which will include some of the following: PAINTING, DRAWING, TEXTILES, AND MIXED MEDIA PROJECTS. Enrollment: min. 24, max. 30 (2 classes of 15 students will be formed). Teacher aide/Student ratio - 1:8. Please send a copy of your child’s birth certificate with registration.
Kaleidoscope (6-10 years)
DAYS: Tues, Wed & Thurs (meeting a total of 6 days)
TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $245 members/ $255 non-members per 2-week session
3103 Kaleidoscope I June 10-19
3104 Kaleidoscope II July 8-17
3105 Kaleidoscope III July 22-31
Kaleidoscope camps are designed to provide quality art education that will create a solid foundation for children to apply at home, in school, and throughout their lives. Campers have four 1 hour and 15 minute classes each day in the four media listed for that session. Enrollment: min. 24, max. 40. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:10.
Kaleidoscope Masters (8-12 years)
DAYS: Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 5 days)
TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $245 members/ $255 non-members per 2-week session
3106 Masters I June 2-6
3107 Masters II June 23-27
Students will sharpen their creative and imaginative skills by participating in four 1 hour and 15 minute classes each day in the four media listed for that session. Classes are designed for the older student seeking advanced and challenging work but no experience is required to participate. Pottery will include one day of basic instruction in wheel throwing. Enrollment: min. 24, max.40. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:10.
Teen Art Workshop (13-16 years)
DAYS: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (meeting a total of 3 days)
TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $155 members/ $165 non-members
3108 Teen Art Workshop June 30-July 2
Students will maximize their creative and imaginative skills by concentrating on 2 in-depth classes each day: Painting and Drawing, and Mixed Media. Classes are designed for the older student seeking advanced and challenging work. Prior experience is recommended. Enrollment: min. 16, max. 20. Teacher/Student ratio - 1:10.
Teen Jewelry and Metalsmithing Camp NEW
DAYS: Monday – Friday 5 days
TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $180 members/ $190 non-members
3278 Teen Jewelry Camp June 9 – 13
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Join this exciting weeklong course to learn some of the basics of jewelry making and metalsmithing. Take home 2-3 pieces of unique art (jewelry). Projects include a pierced charm, a forged bangle and a textured link bracelet. Teens having taken a jewelry class at Callanwolde are welcome (projects are different). Bring your lunch and a drink bottle (with a resealable top) each day. Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). Min 5, max 8.
On Stage (5-10 years)
DAYS: Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 5 days)
TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fee: $155 members/ $165 non-members per 1-week session
3109 On Stage! I June 9-13
3110 On Stage! II June 23-27
3111 On Stage! III July 14-18
This weeklong camp will assist students in discovering their own creative abilities. The camp is performanceoriented and incorporates: theatre games, creative dramatics, basic dance movement instruction, simple set, props, and costume construction. This fun, educational week of activities will culminate in a final performance for family and friends. Enrollment: min. 18, max. 24. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:12.
On Stage Masters (8-12 years)
DAYS: Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 10 days)
TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Fee: $270 members/ $280 non-members per 2-week session
3112 On Stage Masters July 21-August 1
This camp is designed for those students who want a little more challenge from their performing arts camp. The first week we will focus on developing technique, diving a little deeper into games/exercises that teach acting and movement skills. The second week, the focus is shifted toward rehearsing for the performance on the last Friday. A desire to improve and prior performance experience is recommended. MUST be available for the performance. Enrollment: min. 18, max. 24. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:12.
PEEK-A-BOO, I LOVE YOU
Newborns to 18 months–Parent/caregiver attends entire session
Have fun learning new songs, lullabies, and ways to say ”I love you” using touch, Mother Goose rhymes, literature books, and chants. Activities include instrument play, American Sign Language, and special parent-baby dances that stimulate baby’s eyes, body and mind. Parents connect with other newborns and families in the community as well as learn how music encourages the child development process. Family materials provided: CD, poster, board book, duck-shaped mirror and star-shaped sponge ($28 supply fee included in tuition). Enrollment: min. 6, max. 12. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:12.
Fee: $90 members/ $100 non-members
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3113 Tuesdays, July 8 - August 5
9:00 to 9:45 a.m. 5 weeks
CREATURES AT THE OCEAN (1 Hour)
18 months to 3 ½ years–Parent/caregiver attends entire session
Join us for seaside musical fun! Each day of musical camp includes singing, games, storytime, movement, musical exploration, instrument play, and theme-related snacks. Themes include: Ahoy There, On My Beach Blanket, Coastal Waters, Riding the Waves, and In the Deep Blue Sea. Family materials provided: music CD, full-color parent folders, and seashell castanets ($30 supply fee included in tuition; sibling kits may be purchased for $20). Enrollment: min. 10, max. 12. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:12.
Fee: $105 members/$115 non-members per 1-week session
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3114 Monday – Friday, June 2 - 6
10:00 to 11:00 a.m. 5 days
CREATURES AT THE OCEAN (1 Hour-30 Min)
18 months to 3½ years–Parent/caregiver attends entire session
Join us for seaside musical fun! Each day of musical camp includes singing, games, storytime, movement, musical exploration, instrument play, theme-related snacks and craft time. Themes include: Ahoy There, On My Beach Blanket, Coastal Waters, Riding the Waves, and In the Deep Blue Sea. Family materials provided: music CD, full-color parent folders, and seashell castanets ($30 supply fee included in tuition; sibling kits may be purchased for $20). Enrollment: min. 10, max. 12. Teacher/Student ratio – 1:12.
Fee: $140 members/$150 non-members per 1-week session
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3115 Monday – Friday, June 23 -27
10:00 to 11:30 a.m. 5 days
ZOO TRAIN (1 Hour-30 Min)
18 months to 3 ½ years; parent/caregiver attends entire session
Fee: $140 members/$150 non-members per 1-week session
Tag-along this summer with a traveling zoo-train! Bring your own stuffed animal for the petting zoo. Wear long white socks on your hands for polar bear paws, and learn about real animals in the zoo. Sing songs in new languages. Parents learn about child development, and how music improves a child’s ability to think, reason, create, and express. Camp includes singing, games, story time, movement, musical exploration, instrument play, theme-related snacks, and craft time. Family materials provided: music CD, poster, literature book, and a surprise animal-shaped instrument. (Sibling rate is $125/$135.) Enrollment: min. 8, max. 12. Teacher/ student ratio- 1:12.
Instructor: June Abbott
3116 Monday - Friday, July 28 - August 1
10:00 to 11:30 a.m. 5 days
FAMILY TIME - Make Way for Music
Families with multiple children ages newborn to 7 years;
One adult family member must attend entire session.
Families will sing, dance and move their way through an exploration of several elements of music: beat and rhythm, concepts and contrasts (staccato and legato, high and low, the major scales, and arpeggios) the human voice, instrument families, and ensemble. Come enjoy developmentally appropriate activities that the whole family can enjoy together, including finger plays, songs, circle dances, story time and family jam. ($60 home materials included in tuition!) Max. 6 families.
Fee: $160 members /$170 non-members
Instructor: June Abbott
3117 Wednesdays, June 4-25 and Thursday, June 26
6:30 – 7:15 p.m. 5 Sessions
ON THE ROAD
3 ½ to 6 years–Parent/caregiver attends last 15 min. of class at 11:45 a.m.
Imagine the fun we will have as we go on classroom road trips in our bus named Van Go! We’ll go hiking, to the beach, play in a vacation cottage, and plan a stop at the carnival. Our imaginations will takeoff as we build a campfire with rhythm sticks, flashlights, and red scarves. We’ll sing all your favorite camp and car song games and learn some new ones. Each lesson will feature music, stories, instrument play, snacks and crafts. Family materials provided: music CD, surprise instrument, and a special literature book featuring “Van Go,” the roadtripping van. (Sibling rate is $185/$195.) Enrollment: min. 8, max. 10. Teacher/student ratio- 1:10.
Fee: $200 members / $210 non-members per 1-week session
Instructor: June Abbott
3118 Monday – Friday, July 7 - 11
9:30 a.m. to Noon 5 days
YogaKids
There will be no YogaKids for the current session.
Music Classes
Quarter Dates: Monday, June 2 through Saturday, August 9
Private lessons are scheduled on an individual basis. Students must confirm times and dates of lessons with instructor before registering for lessons. Instructors set own make-up policy. Call 404.872.5338.
Private Guitar Lesson Fees:
8 weeks/8 lessons
30 minutes: $180 members / $190 non-members
45 minutes: $235 members / $245 non-members
One Hour: $290 members / $300 non-members
Guitar: beginning and advanced for children ages
7 and up, teens, and adults.
Instructor: Carl Tiegreen, B.M. Berklee College of Music
8 weeks/8 lessons
30 minutes: $200 members/$210 non-members
45 minutes: $285 members/$295 non-members
Instructor: Mark Walsh, B.A. West Virginia University
Piano: beginning and advanced students ages 7 and up, teens, and adults. (Adult piano scheduled only as 45-minutes). You may continue your studies with Mark Walsh even if you began with another instructor.
8 weeks/8 lessons
30 minutes: $215 members/$225 non-members
45 minutes: $315 members/$325 non-members
Instructor: Emily Parrott, M.M., Georgia State University
Yoga For Life
Soothing sequences of postures (asanas) to strengthen body and spirit. Brings wonderful new levels of flexibility and deeper levels of relaxation and awareness. No previous study required. Please bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: Kate Holland
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3281 Tuesdays, June 3 – August 5
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. 10 weeks
3282 Thursdays, June 5 – August 7
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 10 weeks
Yoga For Life: For Absolute Beginners
Are you scared to try Yoga? Come to this class built expressly for the first-time yoga student. Bring yoga mat.
Instructor: Kate Holland
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3283 Mondays, June 2 – August 4
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. 10 weeks
3284 Wednesdays, June 4 – August 6
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. 10 weeks
3285 Thursdays, June 5 – August 7
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. 10 weeks
Yoga For Life: Extended Session
Previous study recommended. Soothing sequences of postures (asanas) to strengthen body and spirit. Brings wonderful new levels of flexibility and deeper levels of relaxation and awareness. Please bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: Kate Holland
Fee: $145 members / $155 non-members
3286 Mondays, June 2 – August 4
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 10 weeks
Kundalini Yoga
Experience the energy of your highest potential. Kundalini is an exercise system that uses non-impact aerobic exercise, breathing techniques, and the science of sound and rhythm. Min. 6.
Instructor: Ann Ritter
Fee: $85 members / $95 non-members
3287 Saturdays, July 12- August 16
8:45 – 10:00 a.m. 6 weeks
Kundalini Yoga and Pilates
Discover the intersection between these two rich systems: Kundalini, the energy of your highest potential, and Pilates, which strengthens your core. Presenting each tradition discreetly, we will use traditional Pilates moves and Kundalini kriyas that work on the abdominals, navel point and low back, mastering breathing techniques, and the science of sound and rhythm. A deep meditation ends each class.
Instructor: Ann Ritter
Fee: $85 members / $95 non-members
3288 Thursdays, July 10- August 14
6:00 – 7:15 p.m. 6 weeks
Tai Chi
Easy, flowing movement makes up this introduction to the ancient Chinese exercise form. Class increases flexibility and balance, both physically and emotionally..
Instructor: Lori Rowe
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
Beginning Level
3289 Mondays, June 2 – August 4
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Continuing Level
3290 Mondays, June 2 – August 4
8:00 – 9:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Kung Fu
Rich and exciting, this form of ancient Kung Fu from China, “My Jhong Law Horn,” is famous for its kicking, swift, powerful stance-work and offers the student mental and physical discipline, fitness and self-defense.
Kung Fu for Kids (8 years & up)
Instructor: Will Waggener
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3291 Wednesdays, June 11 – August 13
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Beginning Level; no experience required
Instructor: Will Waggener
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3292 Wednesdays, June 11 – August 13
7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Continuing Level
Instructor: Mark Warner
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
3293 Wednesdays, June 11 – August 13
8:00 – 9:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Adult Dance
Adult Dance Class Make-Up Policy:
Callanwolde is not responsible for classes missed due to student absences. Discuss unavoidable absences and make-up policy with instructor.
What to Wear:
Ballet: tights, leotard, ballet slippers.
Contemporary Dance: comfortable exercise clothes, bare feet.
Tap: comfortable clothes and tap shoes.
Beginning/Intermediate Modern Dance
High energy class utilizing elements of body alignment, musicality and personal style to perform dances choreographed to wide array of music.
Instructor: Kate Holland
Fee: $130 members / $140 non-members
3294 Thursdays, June 5 – August 7
7:30 – 8:45 p.m. 10 weeks
Tap Dance Program
These courses emphasize tap technique and combinations in the rhythm jazz tap style. Appropriate for teens. All classes are 8 weeks.
Instructor: Terrence “Taps” Bennett
Fee: $120 members / $130 non-members
Saturdays, June 7 – August 2 (no class July 5)
3295 Beginning Tap: 11:00 a.m. – Noon
3296 Continuing Tap: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
3297 Advanced Tap: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet
Alignment, flexibility and strength are achieved through proper ballet technique at the barre and in the center. This class is appropriate for the beginner or someone with previous experience.
Instructor: Suzanne Garrison
Fee: $85 members / $95 non-members
3298 Mondays, June 2 – June 30
6:30 – 7:45 p.m. 5 weeks
Beginning Ballroom Dancing
Students of all ages will learn the most basic leading and following skills for partnership dancing. Timing and characteristics of dances such as the Foxtrot, Swing and Waltz will be included. The focus of the class will be to “get by” in any social situation. Register in pairs – a dance partner is a must!
Instructor: David Spencer
Fee: $125 members/$135 non-members per person
3299 Thursdays, June 5 – August 7
7:00 – 7:50 p.m. 10 weeks
Advanced Beginning Ballroom
This class is designed for students who have completed the beginning ballroom dancing class and who wish to refine leading and following skills. Students must register in pairs – a dance partner is a must! Pre-requisite: Beginning Ballroom Dancing at Callanwolde or permission of instructor.
Instructor: David Spencer
Fee: $125 members/$135 non-members per person
3300 Thursdays, June 5 – August 7
8:00 – 8:50 p.m. 10 weeks
Special Interest
Including Children's Book Writing & Illustration, Calligraphy, Pollage, Metalsmithing, Stone Setting, PMC, Landscaping, Stained Glass, Brush Painting, Mosaic, and more!
Writing and Illustrating Children’s Books
Introduction to the do’s and don’ts of writing and illustrating children’s books. This seminar is taught by a published author/illustrator, and will include tips on writing and illustrating techniques, hints on approaching publishers, numerous visuals as examples. The instructor will offer critiques. Min. 8.
Instructor: Bonnie Baker
Fee: $45
3301 Saturday, June 21
10:00 a.m. – Noon 1 day
Calligraphy/Copperplate Style
This beautiful, pointed pen script lends itself nicely to wedding envelopes, scrapbooking titles, and anything that requires an old-fashioned, romantic look. All supplies provided the first night of class for a fee of approximately $25 (payable to instructor). Min. 8, max. 15.
Instructor: Carol Gray
Fee: $110 members / $120 non-members
3302 Wednesdays, June 11 - July 16
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Pollage: Altered Techniques on Canvas
Come create a canvas using Patricia’s unique combination of painting and collage. You will use acrylics, gesso, gel medium, charms, metal, ribbons, printed images, and much more. No experience is necessary. All materials provided; materials fee of $40 payable to the instructor at workshop. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 4, max. 14.
Instructor: Patricia DiBona
Fee: $105
3303 Saturday, June 28
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Dream Boxes
Design your own box! Beginning with a plain wooden box, we will gesso/paint the inside and outside, collage with a selection from vintage collage papers, metalwork, clay, embellishments, microscope slide collages, and charms. Finish box with metal word plates, ribbons, and feet. Once you learn how to make a dream box, you will want to make one for all your friends! All materials provided; materials fee of $25 payable to instructor at workshop. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 4, max. 14.
Instructor: Patricia DiBona
Fee: $95
3304 Saturday, July 26
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 1 day
Beginning/Intermediate Jewelry & Metalsmithing
This course offers the basics in jewelry design and fabrication. Appropriate for repeat students; projects change each quarter. Learn silver piercing, shaping, soldering, texturing, finishing, and stone setting. Individual attention will encourage the development of personal style and emphasize the production of high quality, wearable art or small sculptural pieces. Projects range from rings, bracelets, pendants, earrings, lockets and broaches. Materials will be discussed in the first class; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). No prerequisite for beginners/return beginners. Intermediate students have option to design a project with guidance from instructor. To be considered an intermediate student one must have taken at least 4 metalsmithing classes and have the ability to design artwork with limited instruction. Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $185 members / $195 non-members
3305 Mondays, June 16 – August 4
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 8 weeks
3306 Mondays, June 16 – August 4
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
3307 Wednesdays, June 18 – August 6
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 8 weeks
3308 Wednesdays, June 18 – August 6
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Fee: $140 members / $150 non-members
3309 Saturdays, June 7 – July 19 (no class July 5)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.6 weeks
Open Studio & Independent Study
Whether you’re currently enrolled in a class or already have experience as a jeweler, come to our open studio and take advantage of our space and tools. If you are not currently enrolled at Callanwolde, please be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of tools and safety. INSTRUCTOR AVAILABLE FOR GUIDANCE. Walk-ins welcome at $20/visit. Min. 4, max. 8.
Supervisor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $45 members / $50 non-members
3310 Saturdays, July 26 – August 9
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon 3 weeks
Stone Setting I: Making bezels and setting cabochon stones
Learn to make eye-catching bezel settings for cabochon (flat bottom) stones. Take home a stunning set of earrings or cuff links. Have fun as you learn a new skill, enjoy a break from your Saturday routine and meet new friends! Bring supplies to first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). No prerequisite. Min 4, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $145 members / $155 non-members
3311 Saturdays, June 7 - June 28
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. 4 weeks
Stone Setting II & III: Settings for uneven sided stones & step bezels
Rubies, sapphires and other gorgeous faceted stones-how many times have you wondered how those sparkling stones were set? Now you can learn to make a stone set pendant and a simple ring with a faceted stone! Make beautiful jewelry, take a break from the rat race and meet new friends! Bring supplies to first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). No prerequisite (Stone setting I recommended). New students and 1st time stone setting students should plan to walk-in to the open studio at least 1 week to finish projects. Min 4, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $155 members / $165 non-members
3312 Saturdays, July 12 - August 9
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. 5 weeks
Mosaic Studio
Learn the direct mosaic method while you make a unique work of art. Draw or choose a design; learn simplified cutting techniques, setting, and grout application. Students may work on a picture frame, small of piece of plywood, or any flat object/surface. Some supplies are included, and some can be purchased from the instructor.You may also bring your own tools and mosaic materials. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
3313 Tuesdays, July 8 – August 12
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Teen Jewelry and Metalsmithing Camp NEW
Join this exciting weeklong course to learn some of the basics of jewelry making and metalsmithing. Take home 2-3 pieces of unique art (jewelry). Projects include a pierced charm, a forged bangle and a textured link bracelet. Teens having taken a jewelry class at Callanwolde are welcome (projects are different). Bring your lunch and a drink bottle (with a resealable top) each day. Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper/brass metal and stones for projects will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). Min 5, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby
Fee: $180 members / $190 non-members
3278 Monday – Friday, June 9 – 13
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 5 days
Precious Metal Clay Intensive Weekend Workshop
In this 2-day workshop you will learn about Precious Metal Clay–a putty-like mix of silver powder, water and binder that makes it possible for almost anyone to make real silver jewelry within hours. PMC can be molded, textured, and layered with simple inexpensive tools to make pendants, earrings, small sculpture–in fact just about anything! The work is dried and fired in a kiln where the water and binder are driven off to leave a unique object that is100% pure silver. We will cover PMC’s forms and properties, as well as a wide variety of techniques you can use to create your own unique works. Firings will allow students to end class with fine silver pieces. Supply list available online. Bring a sack lunch both days. Nan is a member of the PMC Guild. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Nan Albertson, Certified PMC Instructor
Fee: $195
3314 Saturday & Sunday, June 21 - 22
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 2 days
3315 Saturday & Sunday, August 2 - 3
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 2 days
Advanced Techniques in Precious Metal Clay - Gems & Gold
Previous course or experience necessary in PMC. In this two-day Intensive Workshop you will learn various methods for setting gemstones, which will be fired along with PMC+. You will also learn how to apply 24K Gold to your freshly fired PMC pieces using an ancient Korean technique known as Keum-Boo. Kilns, agate burnishers, etc. for this fascinating process will be available. Students must purchase and bring to class their own gems and 24K Gold. Consult the online Supply List; specific information regarding the types of gemstones (specific for high firing temperatures) and the type of 24K Gold included. No substitutions! Order at least two weeks prior to class to make sure you receive materials in time. As always, PMC+ will be provided for the construction of your pieces.
Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Nan Albertson, Certified PMC Instructor
Fee: $195
3316 Saturday & Sunday, August 16 - 17
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 2 days
Beginning/Continuing Stained Glass
Start by designing patterns (even if you can’t draw), and follow centuries-old methods for cutting glass, assembly, soldering to hanging. This is a very portable method that can easily be packed away; great for small spaces. Tools will be discussed in first class; some available for purchase from the instructor, and some are included in tuition. If you have a small wood frame in which you would like to put glass, bring it and your ideas to class. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
3317 Tuesdays, June 17 – July 22
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
3318 Thursdays, June 19 – July 31 (no class July 3)
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Stained Glass Open Studio
Students bring in their project (either lead or foil) for direction, instruction or just encouragement. Start a project you want to do: measuring, design, color selection, and/or special technique. Each student will set appointment for individual meeting with teacher at first class. Some supplies included. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
3319 Tuesdays, June 24 – July 29
10:00 a.m. – Noon 6 weeks
Landscape Design
Atlanta is just too pretty not to have a nice yard. Use real world examples, namely your own yard, to explore landscape design principles. Students develop practical garden plans for their own yards while learning design concepts with plenty of practical advice. Supplies recommended for first class: plat or property survey & pictures of the property you intend to design. Students may be asked to complete stages of design work outside of class.
Instructor: Holly Brooks
Fee: $110 members / $120 non-members
3320 Tuesdays, June 24 – July 29
Field Trip: Saturday morning, date TBD
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Woodworking
Callanwolde teams with Highland Hardware
404-872-4466
www.highlandhardware.com
1045 N. Highland Ave
Classes are held at Highland Wordworking
Gift Ideas from the Lathe with Hal Simmons
No gift is more appreciated than a work from your own hands. Hal Simmons will help you turn items that can easily be completed in a few hours, leaving you plenty of time to turn more than one gift! The holiday gifts turned in this workshop are centered on the family, a friend and a workplace acquaintance. The family gift will be a holiday ornament. The gift for a friend will be a turned box. The workplace gift will be a letter opener. Students should have some experience since the emphasis will be on turning the project, not on learning how to use the tools. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Hal Simmons
Fee: $105
3321 Saturday, June 28
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1 day
Antique Restoration with Alan Noel
Don’t discard that old piece of furniture, its varnish blackened with age, that you found in Grandma’s attic. You can restore it to its former beauty using techniques that won’t diminish its value or permanently assign it back to the attic. In his own shop, Alan will demonstrate how the pros refinish and restore an antique piece of furniture to its former glory. He will disassemble the piece, where necessary, prep the wood surface for staining and color-matching, then choose and apply the finishing system most suitable for the piece. All along the way, Alan will share some tricks of the trade—like strippers and how they work and when to use them; surface preparation and how to know when you are done; fillers, not just for holes and scratches; and finally, applying a totally controlled, layered finish topped off with French polish. Note: The class will be held in Alan’s shop, but students should report to Highland Woodworking and the class will carpool to his shop. Please arrive by 8:45am. Min. 4, max. 12.
Instructor: Alan Noel
Fee: $275
3322 Saturday & Sunday, August 9 & 10
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 2 days
Adult Art
Painting the Figure In Oil or Pastel
This class is designed for all levels of students and will work with a live model. Drawing background required. Class will deal with composition and construction, modeling, understanding values and color, and the technical aspects of the media used. Come prepared to begin painting at the first class. Supply list available online. Model’s fee included with tuition. Min. 10, max 14.
Instructor: Kate Fetterolf
Fee: $130 members / $140 non-members
3323 Thursdays, June 5 – July 10
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Morning Figure Painting Studio
This open studio class with no instructor provides an opportunity for students and professionals to work with the model in long poses of between one and three weeks in order to develop color sketches and paintings. Attendees may work in a variety of media. Participants working with oil paints are requested to use odorless turpentine substitutes. Min. 7, max.14.
Fee: $60 members / $70 non-members
3324 Fridays, July 11 - August 15
0:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Life Drawing Studio
This 2-½-hour session provides the opportunity to draw from live model (gesture/short pose) with no instructor present. (Model’s fee included in tuition.)
Min. 7, max. 14.
Fee: $80 members / $90 non-members
3325 Fridays, June 6 – August 1 (no class July 4)
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Oil Painting
This class focuses on the fundamental techniques of painting with oil-based media. Students develop skills using color, composition, and creativity. Practical studio activity, demonstrations and critiques will be covered. Subject matter will range from photography and still life, to personally developed themes. Designed to be suitable for a broad range of painting experience, both beginning and continuing level students are welcome. Supply list available online. Min. 6, max. 11.
Instructor: Woody Cornwell
Fee: $155 members / $165 non-members
3326 Wednesdays, June 11 – July 30
7:00 - 9:15 p.m. 8 weeks
3327 Thursdays, June 12 – August 7 (no class July 3)
4:00 - 6:15 p.m. 8 weeks
Abstract Painting & Drawing
Designed for beginners; covering the fundamentals of abstraction: color, texture, and composition using a variety of media. Explore the world of abstraction with experimentation and discussion to become more familiar with your own personal style. Supply list available online. Min. 6, max. 11.
Instructor: Woody Cornwell
Fee: $155 members / $165 non-members
3328 Thursdays, June 12 – August 7 (no class July 3)
7:00 - 9:15 p.m. 8 weeks
Learn to Draw What You See
This class is just right for beginners who want to draw from reality (observation) and learn how to draw from photos as well. This class follows a proven formula for learning the basics. We will start with simple objects and end with learning how to draw portraits based on photos. You will learn perspective, shapes, line, proportions, tonal values (shading), facial features, and composition among many other things. This class will focus on pencil on paper with many lectures and demos. The instructor teaches drawing and figure drawing at the Art Institute of Atlanta. No experience is necessary. Min. 8, max. 12.
Instructor: Tim Hunter
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
3329 Saturdays, June 7 – August 2 (no class July 5)
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Drawing Fundamentals: Plants & Natural Objects
Exciting class–beginners and intermediates learn to draw (or improve skills) through a step-by-step, skill-building process. Learn the principles of composition, proportion, shading and perspective. Drawing assignments will guide you through the visual elements of value, line, texture, shape, and space. Students will work in 4 black and white mediums: pencil, pen, marker, and charcoal. Lectures, demos, and handouts will enrich your learning experience. Your progress will amaze you! Supply list available online. Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
3330 Thursdays, June 5 – July 10 (no class July 3)
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 5 weeks
3331 Thursdays, July 17 – August 14
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 5 weeks
Basic Drawing: 5 Black-&-White Mediums:
Scratchboard/B&W Water-soluble Pencils/Carpenter’s Pencil/Graphite: Ebony Jet Black Extra Smooth/ Charcoal and Vine Sticks. Each week students will explore a new black and white medium. Each material will offer an exciting new experience in terms of learning its unique properties, characteristics and techniques. We will work outside form nature for several classes, weather permitting. Bring a collection of photo images from b&w photography books: animals, birds, insects, plants & trees, landscapes and underwater scenes. Supply list online. Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
3332 Thursdays, June 5 – July 10 (no class July 3)
1:15 – 4:15 p.m. 5 weeks
3333 Thursdays, July 17 – August 14
1:15 – 4:15 p.m. 5 weeks
Introduction To Water-Based Painting
This course is a studio experience in water-based materials: their properties, use and application in the development of your individual artistic direction. Basic techniques and materials will be introduced in conjunction with a thematic idea that will be interpreted individually. The theme will be presented in writing, verbally and with examples, when available, of related artists’ works. The primary water-based painting mediums fall into three categories: watercolor and ink, gouache and temperas, and acrylic. Properties of all three will be explored with varying experiments and subject matter. Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Woody Cornwell
Fee: $45 members / $50 non-members
3334 Wednesdays, August 6 – August 13
7:00 – 9:15 p.m. 2 weeks
Techniques of the Masters From A-Z
Appropriate for all skill-levels. Instructor evaluates students’ levels in first class; please bring your portfolio for discussion. Fundamental through advanced techniques of drawing and/or oil painting to be demonstrated step-by-step with emphasis on individualized attention. Light sources, perspective, proportion in composition, balancing colors and final touch-ups (calibrating) are to be studied to achieve professional-quality results. Bring a sketchpad, pencils, and portfolio to first class. This course is specially designed for ongoing training akin to private lessons with option to re-enroll and pay in 4-week blocks. Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Dennis Assayac (www.epicgallery.com)
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
3335 Mondays, June 2 – June 23
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 4 weeks
3336 Mondays, July 7 – July 28
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Capturing Floral Bouquets
In just four sessions you can experience creating an impression of complex flower arrangements and bouquets! Learn to express and interpret a variety of flowers concentrating on their unique differences of texture, color, shape, structure and gestural qualities. Emphasizing imagination and techniques, any media may be used as well as mixed media. Bring whatever supplies you would like to work with to the first class. This is open to all levels of experience. Min. 8, max. 14.
Instructor: Carla House
Fee: $120 members / $130 non-members
3337 Mondays, July 21 - August 11
9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Imaginative Painting: Painting from the Inside Out
The techniques taught in this class are a wonderful means for painting from one’s imagination. We’ll learn how to bring out visual metaphors using pattern, texture and the art of balancing color, by tapping into an endless source of imagery to paint. Painting experience helpful, but not required. All supplies included in tuition (a $25 value). Ages 17 & up welcome. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
3338 Tuesdays, June 3 – July 22
4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Design Basics
This course offers a foundation in composition. Fundamental to all visually creative fields from architecture to fashion, photography, graphic design, etc, this course is designed to develop a practical visual vocabulary, hone critical thinking and evaluation abilities, and offer basic design skills achieved through project assignments, critiques, and discussions. You will investigate the basic elements of two-dimensional design (line, shape, value, texture, and color) and the principles of design (harmony, balance, rhythm, variety, repetition, emphasis and economy). Supply list available online.
Instructor: Woody Cornwell
Fee: $155 members / $165 non-members
3339 Wednesdays, June 11 – July 30
4:00 - 6:15 p.m. 8 weeks
Gallery Crawl
Discover a truly unique cross section of art galleries throughout Atlanta, an exciting and diverse spectrum of exhibition spaces. This course is perfect for the budding collector, artists looking to exhibit their artwork and individuals interested to know where the galleries are. We will explore commercial, alternative and non-profit art spaces with field trips, critiques, visits to artists’ studios and intimate discussions with gallery directors, owners and curators. Through question and answer sessions you will be introduced to pertinent information on gallery management, portfolio development and collecting strategies. Great for couples! Min 6, max. 15.
Instructor: Woody Cornwell
Fee: $180 members / $190 non-members
3340 Saturdays, July 12 – August 16
Noon – 2:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Building Large Dynamic Paintings
This class focuses upon production of large acrylic paintings emphasizing the building of surface texture and color harmonies through a variety of techniques including dripping, palette knifing, fabric inlays, and collage with use of mediums such as molding paste, pumice gel, and sand. Supply list available online. Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $180 members / $190 non-members
3341 Mondays, June 9 – July 28
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
The Art of Collage
Learn techniques of composing works of art by pasting on a single surface various materials not normally associated with one another. This brand new class will be an exciting opportunity this summer, and is open to all levels, with no prior experience necessary! Explore different approaches each week, and learn the history of collage. All medias are welcomed. Supply list available online. Min. 8, max. 12.
Instructor: Carla House
Fee: $120 members / $130 non-members
3342 Mondays, June 9 – June 30
9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Painting with Style: Acrylic Painting
In this non-traditional class for all levels of experience, we work with still-life and outdoor landscape settings. Students learn techniques and experimental uses of the acrylic medium. Included in this class are tips on mixing and balancing color, while special attention is given to the development of individual painting style. Ms. Hatch believes in helping the student learn how to bring out what is behind what one sees in order not to be overwhelmed by detail. Supply list available online. Adults only. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $150 members/$160 non-members
3343 Mondays, June 2 – July 21
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Outdoor Watercolor Painting
Spend the evenings outdoors painting the beautiful landscape and architecture of Callanwolde. Students will learn to capture the essence of a particular scene, learning to work with the changing light of the day as the sun moves across the summer sky. This course will teach you fundamentals of color mixing, value, pattern, design and composition through demonstration, practice and discussion. Appropriate for all skill-levels. See supply list online. Min. 4, max 12.
Instructor: Helen Kwon
Fee: $90 members / $100 non-members
3368 Wednesdays, June 4 - June 25
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. 4 weeks
Photo Collage & Resin
Students will explore the world of collage with an introduction to a variety of techniques for image transfer including gel medium transfers and blending marker transfers. Composition and color theory concepts will be used to create images ranging from surrealist landscapes to a family photomontage. Resin will encapsulate our final images. Bring a sack lunch. Supply list available online. Min. 5, max. 15.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $95
3230 Saturday, May 17
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 1 day
Fee: $95
3344 Saturday, June 14
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 1 day
Beginner’s Black-and-White Portrait Workshop
The human face is always an intriguing subject for artists. Collect and bring 6 large b&w images of people’s heads from books, magazines and newspapers. We will examine key proportional relationships of the features and human head as we look at considerations for the profile, three-quarter view, and full-face positioning. Bring a 5x7 or 8x10 b&w photo of a friend, celebrity or loved one’s face (high quality, not digital). Also bring a 14x17 spiral-bound drawing pad, small mirror, and a sack lunch. Prior experience recommended. Supply list online. Min. 3, max. 12.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $90
3345 Saturday, June 21
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 1 day
Colored Pencil Portrait Workshop
Colored pencil is a wonderful medium for portraits because it has a subtle, soft visual appearance achieved by layering many colors together. The softness of this medium is especially nice for rendering children. We will examine facial proportions for preliminary drawings then study skin tones and hair color in order to select the color scheme for each individual portrait. The instructor will bring original colored pencil portraits to class for further instruction. Prior experience recommended. Bring water and a sack lunch. Supply list online. Min. 3, max. 12.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $90
3346 Saturday, July 19
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 1 day
Adult Pottery
Handbuilding
Recommended first clay course. All levels will learn the expressive potential of pinch, coil, and slab construction.
Pottery on the Wheel
Introduction to the potter's wheel, for beginning and intermediate students. Basic throwing skills will be taught, as well as design and decorative techniques for functional pottery forms.
Intermediate Handbuilding
Those with at least two quarters handbuilding experience will learn more advanced non-wheel techniques. Emphasis placed on form, surface and expression.
Intermediate Pottery
Students will learn to refine their throwing technique, with emphasis on altering the thrown form. At least two quarters of throwing experience, plus a basic knowledge of handbuilding is recommended.
Independent Study
Students with advanced throwing skills and at least one quarter of handbuilding, work independently on advanced projects and meet with their instructor on a scheduled basis for critique. Instructor's approval needed prior to registration. Enrollment: 6 handbuilding and 6 wheel students.
Studio Procedures
Internship course for learning to operate a pottery studio. Kiln firing and design, basic glaze formulation, and photographic techniques will be covered. You will work with assistants and attend 5 mandatory lecture sessions. (This course is required prior to application for pottery assistantship.) Tuition includes cost of studio manual. (Use separate registration form).
POTTERY FEES & SUPPLIES
Unless otherwise noted, fees are:
$180 members/$195 non-members
All Adult Pottery classes are 8 weeks
The tuition includes a $35 fee which covers the cost of 25-lb. bag of stoneware clay, glazes, and 2,000 cubic inches of glaze firing. Additional clay and tools may be purchased from the Pottery Department. Firing methods include Raku, cone six oxidation, Salt, Soda, and cone ten reduction. All work fired at Callanwolde must be produced in the Pottery Program studios (no outside work allowed). Students may access the studios on weekends and most afternoons for practice at no additional cost.
You may register for pottery classes online, by calling the registration office, or by simply mailing in your pottery registration form. Tip: Pottery classes fill quickly. It is advisable to mail your registration in early, so it can be processed on the morning of Monday, May 19.
When filling out the pottery registration form please list a first and second choice of classes (or more) in your order of preference. If your first choice class has been filled, you will be registered in your next class choice with space remaining. You will be contacted if all your pottery class choices have already been filled. To confirm your enrollment you may call the registration office at (404) 872-5338 after May 19.
ALL ADULT POTTERY CLASSES ARE 8 WEEKS
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT PER CLASS
IS 12 STUDENTS
DAYTIME
9:30 a.m. – Noon
Mondays, June 2 – July 21
3349 Handbuilding Mike Klapthor
Tuesdays, June 3 – July 22
3350 Pottery on the Wheel Lora Rust
Wednesdays, June 4 – July 23
3351 Intermediate Handbuilding Glenn Dair
Thursdays, June 5 – July 24
3352 Intermediate Pottery Glenn Dair
EVENING
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Mondays, June 2 – July 21
3353 Handbuilding Barry Gregg
3354 Pottery on the Wheel Jennie Ashcraft
Tuesdays, June 3 – July 22
3355 Intermediate Handbuilding Sandy Culp
3356 Pottery on the Wheel Mary Cobb
Wednesdays, June 4 – July 23
3357 Handbuilding Laurie Steele
3358 Pottery on the Wheel Vernon Smith
Thursdays, June 5 – July 24
3359 Handbuilding Bill Nixon
3360 Intermediate Pottery (RAKU) Rick Berman
Photography
Beginning/Continuing Camera & Darkroom
For beginning students seeking a solid foundation in basic mechanics of the camera and introduction to black-and-white darkroom. For continuing students to improve darkroom skills and expand portfolio. One-half of class time spent concentrating on camera techniques: shutter speeds, f/stops, lenses and accessories in both automatic and non-automatic SLR cameras. The other half of class time will concentrate on darkroom techniques and developing/printing of black-and-white film. Advanced students will be assisted with individual goals and projects. Open to students ages 15 & up. Min. 8, max. 10.
Supplies and Equipment: Bring camera and its manual to first class. Students required to supply film and paper. Tuition includes chemical fees and daily access to darkroom outside of class, as well as one workstation per student.
Beginners’ Fee: $210 members/$225 non-members
Intermediates’ Fee: $185 members/$200 non-members
Instructor: Steve Schaefer
3347 Tuesdays, June 10 – July 29
6:30 – 9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Beginners’ Fee: $175 members/$190 non-members
Intermediates’ Fee: $150 members/$165 non-members
Instructor: Joe Cillo
3348 Wednesdays, June 25 – July 30
6:30 – 9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Writing Classes
Summer Poetry Workshop
“Feeding Your Poems”: a one-day midsummer workshop for advanced poets. By July 13, please send copies of two poems-in-progress to Callanwolde (marked Poetry Workshop) to be forwarded to the instructor. Bring eight copies to the meeting. Adult poets only. Enrollment limited.
Instructor: Memye Tucker
Fee: $50
3361 Saturday, July 19
11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 1 day
Fiction I
For beginning and advanced writers who wish to use exercises, demonstrations, and discussion to find and develop their strongest sources for material, sharpen their understanding and use of characters, dialogue, atmosphere, conflict, plot - all to encourage personal style. Min. 10, max. 25.
Instructor: Carol Lee Lorenzo
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
3362 Thursdays, June 12 – July 17
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Fiction Workshop
Individual attention given to each participant. The focus of the class will be work in progress - chapters of a novel, a short story, or pieces of fiction where you are seeking sources for a story. Min. 10, max. 25.
Instructor: Carol Lee Lorenzo
Fee: $170 members / $180 non-members
3363 Tuesdays, June 10 – August 12
10:00 a.m. – Noon 10 weeks
Fiction II Workshop
A course for writers who have taken Fiction I. Instructor’s approval needed to join class. Min. 10, max. 15.
Instructor: Carol Lee Lorenzo
Fee: $170 members / $180 non-members
3364 Thursdays, June 12 – August 14
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Memoir I: Reading It and Writing It
Introduction to the art of the memoir in which a writer takes the reader back to a part of his or her life that was unusually vivid or intense and travels far below that surface. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: June Akers Seese
Fee: $165 members / $175 non-members
3365 Tuesdays, June 10 – July 29
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Memoir Seminar
A course for writers who have completed Memoir II at Callanwolde. Instructor’s approval needed to join class. Weekly critiques and extensive editing. Students can expect to have written and revised 40 pages before the individual conferences on the last day of class. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: June Akers Seese
Fee: $175 members/$185 non-members
3366 Wednesdays, June 11 – July 30
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Textiles
Beg./Inter. Floor Loom Weaving
Beginning students will learn the basics of floor loom weaving and complete a sampler. Supplies are included in the tuition. Intermediate students will complete a project of their choice and must contact instructor prior to class. Intermediate students must purchase their own supplies. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructors: Kay Guilmet & Ann Doherty
Beginners’ Fee (includes supplies): $160 members/$175 non-members
Intermediates’ Fee (without supplies): $140 members/$155 non-members
3367 Tuesdays, June 3 – August 12 (no class June 24)
6:30 – 9:00 p.m. 10 weeks
