ADULT & TEEN CLASSES
Our Policies:
It takes five paid enrollments to “make a class”. Twelve is the maximum per class. All classes must be pre-registered and prepaid. Payment in advance guarantees a spot in the class. Refunds are given only if a class does not make. Class fees are not prorated. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Visa/MasterCard are accepted. It is suggested that you call before attending a class to be sure that it has made. During inclement weather, the studio will close if the Mid-Del School District is closed. Make-up classes/lessons are given ONLY if a class has been cancelled by the instructor or because of inclement weather.
Adults on the Wheel
Instructor: Karla Squires
Dates: Tues. Apr. 15-May 13
(No class April 22)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 15+
Cost: $64 + $25 materials fee.
This six week class is for the beginner or intermediate potter.
You will learn or enhance basic throwing skills and will create pots, plates, and bowls on the wheel or a project of your own choosing.
Artistic Gourd Instruments-Shekeres
Instructor: Astrud Reed
Dates: Tuesday, May 13,
Time: 6:00-9:00pm ♦
Ages: 11+
Cost: $24.00 + $9 material fee
Gourd musical instruments have been identified in every recorded ancient culture and are still used today in many forms throughout the world.
This multi-cultural class will focus on gourds as percussion instruments where students will learn how to decorate and play this instrument.
Schools and music classes around the country now keep shekeres as a staple item – kids love them!
Ballroom Dance for Beginners
Instructor: Gene Thomas
Dates: Sun. Apr. 20-May 25
OR Sun. June 22-Aug. 3
(No class July 6th)
OR Sun. Aug. 10-Sept. 21
(No class Aug. 31st)
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $72 per person
You may not be dancing with a star; but, your favorite partner will do just as well!
Join a professional dance instructor to learn the basic steps to the Fox Trot, Waltz and Swing.
Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended. No dance partner is required but is encouraged.
Note: Special arrangements can be made for private lessons. Cost will vary.
Basic Drawing
Instructor: Debbie Langston
Dates: Mon. Aug. 4-25
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $64
Learn the basics about drawing: proportion, scale, shading, value, and composition.
Subject matter includes landscape, flowers, still-life and student’s choice.
Beginning Oil Painting
Instructor: Debbie Langston
Dates: Sun. Apr. 27-May 25
(No class May 11)
Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Ages: 14+
Cost: $64
Learn all the basics about oil painting: color-mixing, layering colors, shading composition.
Subject matter includes: landscape, still life and student’s choice
Belly Dance for Beginners
Instructor: DeAnn Lehenbauer
Dates: Every Wednesday
New students accepted weekly
Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Cost: $8 per class OR
$48 per 6 weeks
This class will cover the beginning movements and isolations as well as simple choreography used in traditional Middle Eastern dancing.
Dress in regular work out clothes. Bring a friend!
GOT ARTITUDE?
You and your family
are invited to join
Studio Mid-Del
for its
Grand Opening Celebration
Sat. April 12,2008
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Hands-on art, entertainment,
and much, much more!
Sponsored by:
The Good Printing Company
The Junior Service League of Midwest City
The MWC Sheraton Hotel at the Reed Conference Center
The National Endowment for the Arts
The Oklahoma Arts Council
The Oklahoma Centennial Commission
Charcoal Drawing
Instructor: Debbie Langston
Dates: Mon. July 7-28
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 14+
Cost: $64
Experiment with one of the oldest art mediums known to man.
Learn basic drawing techniques plus working with values, shading, blending and composition.
You will create a portrait, landscape and a work of your own choosing.
The Clay Experience
Instructor: Matt Murray
Dates: Sat. July 12-Aug. 2
Time: 10:00 a.m.-Noon
Ages: 18+
Cost: $64 + $25 materials & glazing fee.
Experience clay for the first time or refresh your memories from times gone by!
Learn techniques for working with clay on the potter’s wheel.
Registration is limited for this class, so please call early to reserve your spot!
Clay for the Adult Student
Instructor: Matt Murray
Dates: Sat. June 7-28
Time: 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Ages: 18+
Cost: $64 + $25 materials & glazing fee
Roll up your sleeves and let Potter Matt teach you how to throw, center, and
pull your clay into beautiful pots of your own design.
Digital Photography Basics
Instructor: Deon Darnell
Dates: Tues. April 22-May 13
Times: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 16+
Cost: $64
Become familiar with your digital camera and learn professional tips and tricks to help you take better photos.
Plus, learn to retouch, crop, scan and enhance your photos using Adobe Elements.
Please bring your digital camera to each class.
Drawing for Adults
Instructor: Pam Bradford
Dates: Tues. June 10-24
Time: 5:30-7:30
Cost: $48
This class is designed for the beginning student.
We will cover basic drawing skills and techniques, perspective drawing, still life, life drawing and portraiture.
Students will use charcoal, graphite and colored pencils.
Dream Keepers
Instructor: Astrud Reed
Date: Tues. Apr. 15
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ages: 11+
Cost: $24 (Materials fee of $9 is payable to the instructor)
In this gourd crafting class, students will learn how to use the Dremel Tool to make a beautiful gourd vessel with a dream catcher woven into the side.
Students will also learn about preparing a gourd bowl and gourd decorating.
Keep dreams, ideas, as well as your favorite trinkets inside!
Everyone Can Draw
Instructor: Corley Clifton
Dates: Wed. May 7-28
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 14+
Cost: $64
Learn introductory drawing skills while using a variety of mediums, techniques and styles.
F
used Dichroic Glass Jewelry with Wire WrapInstructor: Marty Baldwin
Dates: Tues. & Thurs.
July 8 & 10
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 14+
Cost: $48 +$50 materials fee
Make a distinctive fused glass piece of jewelry with wire wrap in sterling silver.
Dichroic glass is one of the most popular glass types used for jewelry design.
Gourd Pine Needle Weaving
Instructor: Astrud Reed
Date: Wed. June 11
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ages: 11+
Cost: $24 ($11 material fee payable to the instructor.)
This gourd decorating class will focus on traditional gourd pine needle weaving.
Students will also learn about preparing a gourd bowl, and gourd decorating with paint, dyes and pyrography.
These elegant pieces are beautiful around the home and make very unique gifts!
Graphic Design: Photoshop I
Instructor: Deon Darnell
Dates: Mon. April 21-June 2
(No class May 26)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 16+
Cost: $96
Adults and teens explore the exciting world of Graphic Design while learning basic to professional skills using the Adobe Creative Suite.
This introductory class to Photoshop will teach you how to use some of the tools to do simple photo enhancement and manipulation.
Please bring your digital cameras with you to each class.
Graphic Design: Photoshop II
Instructor: Deon Darnell
Dates: Mon. June 2-23
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Ages: 16+
Cost: $96
This class continues Photoshop I emphasizing the use of additional tools and how to do color correction,
red-eye reduction, use the color pallets and add layers to photos.
Please remember to bring your digital camera.
Graphic Design: Photoshop III
Instructor: Deon Darnell
Dates: Mon. July 7-28
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Ages: 16+
Cost: $96
Learn more about Photoshop in this class.
Create special effects, photo collages, layers, and graphics with text.
Other tips and tricks will be offered. Bring your digital camera!
Huichol Beaded Bowls
Instructor: Astrud Reed
Date: Wed. Aug. 6
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ages: 11+
Cost: $24 ($9 materials fee payable to the instructor)
The Huichol Indians from Central Mexico, an ancient culture founded on strict oral traditions,
have been using symbols in their colorful art for over 1,600 years to record their history.
Learn how to make a traditional design Jicara bowl from a gourd.
Introduction to Latin Dance
Instructor: Gene Thomas
Dates: Sun. Apr. 20-May 25
OR Sun. June 22-Aug. 3
(No class July 6th)
OR Sun. Aug. 10-Sept. 21
(No class Aug. 31st)
Time: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Cost: $72 per person
Celebrate the lively Latin beats of the Salsa, Cha Cha, and Tango in this energetic dance class.
Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. No dance partner is required but is encouraged.
Note: Special arrangements may be made for private lessons. Cost will vary.
Irish Step Dancing for Adults
Instructor: Diana Rodgers
Dates: Wed.June 4-July 30
Time: 5:00-5:45 p.m.
Ages: 21+
Cost: $72
Students will do Beginning Reel, Light Jig and Slip Jig.
Students should wear a t-shirt and Capri pants or comfortable pants-no jeans please.
You may dance in socks to begin with. Ghillie’s soft shoes may be ordered by the instructor.
Wednesdays for Woman
Instructor: Pam Bradford
Dates: Every Wednesday
Month beginning
Wed. June 11-July 30, 2008
Time: Noon-2:00 p.m.
Ages: 18+
Cost: $10
We invite you to join us every Wednesday for a “Women’s Only” hands-on art gathering.
You will work with a professional artist who will help you find your creative self
through a variety of techniques such as printmaking, painting, papermaking, and drawing.
Each week a new technique will be learned in a nurturing environment.
You should bring a brown bag lunch to provide nourishment for your body and we’ll provide the nourishment for your creative spirit.
Jewelry Making Basics
Instructor: Sheridan Scott
Dates: Sat. July 19-Aug. 9
Time: 10:00 a.m.-Noon
Ages: 14+
Cost: $64 + $75 materials fee
Learn basic jewelry making techniques from a jeweler! Create cold connection assemblages.
This beginning class creates jewelry without the use of a torch. This class is simple but fun; not to mention professional looking.
Jigg’in and Reel’in to the Beat
Irish Step Dancing for Teens
Instructor: Diana Rodgers
Dates: Wed. June 4-July 30
Time: 4:00-4:45 p.m.
Ages: 13-20
Cost: $72
Students will do Beginning Reel, Light Jig and Slip Jig.
Students should wear a t-shirt and Capri pants or comfortable pants-no jeans please.
You may dance in socks to begin with. Ghillie’s soft shoes may be ordered by the instructor.
Learning How to Encourage Your Creative Child to Draw
Instructor: Sheridan Scott
Date: Thurs. May 1-22
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 21+
Cost: $64
A creative and fun class that makes drawing easier with a method that works for you!
Learn how to create a supportive environment to help your artistic child’s development. W
hat are the right supplies? Explore different types of media for drawing.
This requires no prior knowledge of how to draw. Begin with working with the five basic shapes.
BUY-A-BRICK
Want to make a contribution to the arts? How about buying a
tax-deductible brick for our new building?
Call for details 741-6666 or
visit our website.
Mini Gourd Drums
Instructor: Astrud Reed
Date: Wed. Apr. 30
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ages: 11+
Cost: $24 (Materials fee of $4 is payable to the instructor)
Learn basic drum-making skills and gourd-working techniques while creating beautiful, miniature piece of art.
These mini drums may be worn as necklaces or used as decoration.
Oil Pastels for Adults
Instructor: Debbie Langston
Dates: Sun. Aug. 3-24
Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $64
Learn all the basics about oil pastels: color mixing, blending, layering colors, and shading.
Subject matter includes still-life, landscape, flowers, and student’s choice.
Open Studio –Ceramics
Dates: Tues. July 8-29
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $64 for the month
Studio Mid-Del will open its ceramics studio to allow students to practice and refine the skills learned during class.
Registration is limited. Please call if you plan to attend. Potter Matt will be available to assist.
Percussion Masters Class
Instructor: Allan Johnson
Dates: Thurs. & Fri.
July 24 & 25
Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Ages: Teens & Adults
Cost: $50
This two day master’s class will emphasize techniques of playing percussion instruments.
Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch and a beverage for both days.
Post Natal Yoga
Instructor: Karen Prior
Dates: Tues. April 15-May 13
Call for other summer dates.
Time: 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $40
This class is designed to balance and restore the physical needs of new mother and baby.
Mother must have been cleared for exercise by her doctor. Baby must not yet be crawling.
(Babies 6 weeks to crawling)
STUDIO MID-DEL ANNOUNCES
Private lessons in clarinet, drums, guitar, strings, piano and voice will now be offered to students ages 8+.
Guitar and strings students must provide their own instruments. All students are expected to buy their music.
Call for an appointment and for additional information.
Please read our policy statement on the front of this schedule regarding make-up lessons.
Saturdays on the Wheel
Instructor: Matt Murray
Dates: Sat. April 5-26
Times: Noon-2:00 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $32+ $25 Mat. Fee
Spend your Saturdays with Potter Matt as he shares his knowledge of clay, throwing, and glazing techniques.
This is a great way to relieve stress from the work week!
Scrap Booking on a Lean Budget
Instructor: Corley Clifton
Dates: Mon. May 5-26
Times: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $64
This class will utilize antique books for scrapbooks or journals and create handmade prints,
use collage and mixed media, and facilitate the completion of a themed scrapbook page or journal.
Please bring photos or artifacts to incorporate in your work.
Something Special for Senior Citizens
Instructor: Matt Murray
Dates: Tues. June 3-24
Time: 10:00 a.m.-Noon
Ages: 50+
Cost: $50 (includes materials)
Round up your friends and gather around the potter’s wheels for a chance to relax while enjoying the therapeutic effects of clay.
This class has a limited registration so please call early to reserve your wheel.
Stained/Leaded Glass for Beginners and Intermediates
Instructor: Marty Baldwin
Dates: Thurs. May 1-22
AND/OR Thurs. June 5-26
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 13+
Cost: $96 + $23 Materials fee paid to instructor for tools & supplies.
Whether a beginner or just want to polish up your skills, this class will meet your needs.
Learn to cut, foil and solder. You may work at your own pace to create a sun catcher and a panel design of your own choosing.
Some materials are provided. Others will be available for purchase from the instructor.
Throwing on the Wheel
(A Class for Men Only)
Instructor: Matt Murray
Dates: Mon. July 7-28
Times: 6:30-8:30
Ages: 13+
Cost: $64 + $25 materials fee
Give your upper body a workout while creating works of art on the potter’s wheel.
This class is for the beginner or intermediate student who wishes to learn or refresh skills required for working with clay.
Urban Folk Art
Instructor: Corley Clifton
Dates: Tues. May 6-27
Times: 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 12+
Cost: $48
This class will teach you how to renew your wardrobe by creating homemade patches, to decorate hoodies and make treasures from recycled clothing.
Learn to do stencil art and paint a large mural as well.
Women on the Wheel
Instructor: Karla Squires
Dates: Mon. June 9-30
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ages: 16+
Cost: $64 + $25 materials fee
Take time to play, share a little girl talk and enjoy the early summer evenings with the coolness of clay slipping through your fingers.
Create a new piece of art each night.
Working with Oils: An Introductory Class
Instructor: Debbie Langston
Dates: Mon.-May 12-June 9
(No class May 26)
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost: $64
Learn to mix colors, texture, layer and more.