Wayne Center for the Arts

winter - spring '10 classes & workshops

preschool clay and visual arts

In our popular preschool classes, our youngest artists explore the world through art.  Children love the classroom designed just for them with chairs, table, aprons, and art supplies just their size. All preschool classes are in alignment with the Ohio Early Learning Content Standards and the Academic Content Standards for the Fine Arts from the Ohio Department of Education.  You can be confident in knowing that not only are you giving your child a wonderful creative experience, but you are also preparing your child for success in kindergarten.

Color Me Happy Winter Camp   
Ages 4-5          (1 Wk)
Pat Chamber, Christine Steiner, and Charity Waugh          
M$30 NM$40 (T, TH)
M$45 NM$55 (M, W, F)
M$75 NM$85 (M-F)       

Age 3
M, W, F or T, TH options only
Colors, Patterns, and Rhythms Pizzazz! This winter camp will take the blahs out of those cold, wintry days.  Children will look at the colors and patterns of winter as they create stained glass-like window ornaments, a night snow scene, a winter animal shadow box, patterned paper mittens and scarves, and a colorful and creative snowperson collage.

On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Christine Steiner will teach Musikgarten classes which will explore the colors and patterns of music through singing, dancing, drumming and creative movement.  Together children will share in the joy of music making as they explore many simple instruments.  They will even be adding some “jazz” to their pizzazz.” Is your child in preschool?  Try our M, W, F or T, TH option designed so that no one has to miss this adventure.   Sign-in is 9:15-9:30.
A.  January 11 - January 15
Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B.  January 11, 13, 15
Mon, Wed, Fri  9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
C.  January 12, 14
Tues, Thurs       9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Parent and Child Art Class   
Charity Waugh           Ages 2-3
M$27 NM $47       (5 Wks)
Come explore art with your child in this new class created to introduce toddlers to art.  Your child will love the freedom found in coloring, finger painting, cutting and gluing and you will love not having to clean up your kitchen table!  In addition to being shown a variety of art in different styles, children will express their creativity by making fun “masterpieces” of their own to grace your refrigerator (or grandma’s).  Making and naming simple shapes and primary colors as well as incorporating numbers (1-5) and letters into the class makes this an excellent educational opportunity for your toddler.  An adult must attend class with child/ren enrolled.
February 3 - March 3
Wednesday    11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

On My Own Preschool Arts     
Charity Waugh           Ages 3-4
M$41 NM $61       (5 Wks)
(3 year olds are strongly encouraged to take Parent and Child Art Class prior to enrolling in On My Own Preschool Arts.)  In this class, children will spread their wings and create art without the help of a parent.  Children will now use crayons and markers, paint with brushes, and use clay to create their own works of art.  Making and naming more complex shapes and the secondary colors as well as incorporating numbers (1-10) and letters into the class helps keep your child growing and developing as an artist.
February 3 – March 3                Wednesday    10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Little Artists         
Charity Waugh           Ages 4-5
M$55 NM$75        (5 Wks)
(4 year olds are strongly encouraged to take On My Own Preschool Arts prior to enrolling in Little Artists.)  Your little artist will love expanding his or her artistic horizons.  New media such as liquid glue, colored pencils and sponges for creating texture in paint will be introduced in this class.  Children will continue to build their knowledge of art by learning to mix colors, incorporating and using complex shapes, and using clay to make their own creations.  Printing their names, number 1-20 and letters will also be reinforced to help prepare your child for kindergarten.
February 3 – March 3                Wednesday    9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Preschool Clay         
Pat Chambers            Ages 3-5
M $10 per class NM $15 per class
Thursday    10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Little ones love creating things out of clay and they are so proud of the finished project once it has been fired and glazed.   Nurture your child’s creativity through these fun clay classes.          
A. January 21 - Snowman      
B. February 18 - Bunny Family
C. March 18 – Decorated Wall Pocket                               
D.  All three at a discounted price of M$25  NM$40

Fairies, Mermaids, Pixie Dust and Pirates 
Ashley Woods-Bowman           Ages 3-6
M $28 NM $48            (3 Wks)
In this class your child will draw and then paint magical scenes from their favorite tales of fantasy.  Kids will  then incorporate these images into a painting with their initials in it.  This painting will be great to hang on the wall or door of a bedroom.  We will work on this project all three weeks, but we will also make smaller items to take home each class.          
March 10 – March 24                 Wednesday 4:30 PM -5:30 PM

Parent and Child
Animals at the Zoo Art 
Charity Waugh           Ages 2-3
M$27 NM$47        (5 Wks)
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!  Your little one will have a blast as they learn about animals at the zoo!  We will use some of the most popular zoo animal to inspire our artwork.  An adult must attend class with child/ren enrolled.
April 14 – May 12                      
Wednesday     11:30 AM - 12:00 AM

On My Own
Animals at the Zoo Art 
Charity Waugh           Ages 3-4
M$41 NM $61 (5 Wks)
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!  Your child/ren will have a blast as they learn about animals at the zoo!  We will use some of the most popular zoo animal to inspire our artwork.  Your kids will love these animal art projects involving paint, clay and a variety of other mediums.   In this class, children will create art without the help of a parent.
April 14 – May 12
Wednesday    10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Little Artists
Animals at the Zoo Art 
Charity Waugh           Ages 4-5
M $55 NM $75
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!  Your little artists will have a blast as they learn about animals at the zoo!  We will use some of the most popular zoo animal to inspire our artwork.  Your kids will love these animal art projects involving  paint, clay and a variety of other mediums.  Little artists will further develop their skills as they enjoy this fun class.
April 14 – May 12             Wednesday    9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Preschool Clay         
Traci Schar       Ages 3-5
M $10 per class NM $15 per class
Thursday    10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Little ones love creating things out of clay and they are so proud of the finished project once it has been fired and glazed.   Nurture your child’s creativity through these fun clay classes.          
A.  April 15 – Rainbow Wall Plaque 
B.  May 13 – Fun with Bugs                            
C.  Both workshops at a discounted price of M$18  NM$26

children's clay and visual arts

The Shadows & Light of Winter
Pat Chambers            Grades K-6
M $39 NM $59            (3 Wks)
Have you ever noticed how beautiful the shadows and light of winter are?  In this class, students will explore how sunlight affects color as they assemble pre-cut glass pieces into a design to create a stained glass window ornament.  They will study how color is muted in winter by looking at paintings by Monet and Pissarro and then they will paint an acrylic landscape of a winter scene.  Students will also create a 3-D winter animal shadow box which will feature squirrels, birds, rabbits, and other animals.  Great for homeschoolers, too!
January 12 – January 26             Tuesday    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Kid’s Clay Winter Fun  
Traci Schar       Grades K-6
M $52 NM $72            (3 Wks)
Your kids will have a great time creating charming clay pieces with fun winter themes.  Kids will create frigid forests, stylish snowmen and a mighty moose.  There will be plenty of room for creativity!
January 14 – January 28    
Thursday    4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Simple Sewing for Kids – Make Your Own Pillow   

Ashley Woods-Bowman           Grades K-6
M $28 NM $48            (3 Wks)
In this class kids will learn basic sewing skills and then use those skills to create a decorative pillow.  Each student will have the opportunity to choose a color or theme for their pillow (sports, animals, outer space, etc.).  The kids really enjoy creating this functional art project.  Their pillow would also makes a great gift.
February 2 – February 16                  Tuesday   4:30 PM -5:30 PM

Beginning Photography Composition for Kids   
Wanda Beattie           Grades K-6
M $39 NM $59            (3 Wks)
Is your child interested in photography?  This class will help students learn the basics of how to take photographs that will be of a framing quality.  This class would be excellent for children interested in entering our upcoming photography  contest or who would like to enter photographs at the fair.  Students will need a digital camera and parents will need to get prints made of several photographs that their child/ren have taken before the final class for analysis.
February 3 – February 17       
Wednesday    4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Throwing on the Wheel for Kids
Traci Schar       Grades 1-6
M $102 NM $122          (6 Wks)
Throwing on the wheel has always been a favorite with kids in our kid’s clay class and in our summer pottery camp,  so we’ve decided to create an entire class where kids can concentrate on this type of pottery.  In Throwing on the Wheel for Kids, children will learn the principles of throwing on the potter’s wheel.  Children will have the chance to experiment with creating different forms including plates, cups, and bowls.
February 11 – March 18             Thursday    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Famous Artists:  Diversity in Time, Place & Style
Pat Chambers            Grades K-6
M $66 NM $86            (5 Wks)
Who better to learn from than the masters?  In this class, students will learn to appreciate the works of five famous artists from different countries and time periods. 
Michelangelo:  a 15th century Italian sculptor famous for his sculptures and paintings Pieter Bruegel: a 16th century Flemish artist famous for paintings of everyday people at work or at play
Marc Chagall:  a 20th century Russian artist famous for his “dream-like” compositions
Grandma Moses:  a 20th century American primitive painter famous for her “folk art”
Jacob Lawrence:  a 20th century African American painter famous for his abstract interpretation of social issues

As students learn about these diverse artists, they will create their own original artwork based on the techniques and styles of each artist.  Students will sculpt, paint, draw, and create a collage.
February 22 - March 22              Monday    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Pet Portraits:  How to Draw Cats and Dogs    
Wanda Beattie           Grades K-6
M $26 NM $36            (2 Wks)
Does your child like to draw animals?  In this two week class students will learn the basics of drawing cats and dogs.  We will be making pencil drawings of these lovable creatures. 
March 23 – March 30           
Tuesday    4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Super Duper Paper Mache Creatures  
Pat Chambers            Grades K-6
M $39 NM $59            (3 Wks)
This class is for all those super creative kids who love to invent and construct totally unique creations.  We will be making an imaginary creature out of paper mache which will then be decorated with paint, pipe cleaners, feathers, beads, and whatever else strikes your fancy.
April 12 - April 26                 Monday    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Kid’s Clay       
Traci Schar       Grades K-6
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Children will creatively explore working with clay in this class that is designed just for them.  Students will build one of a kind creations using their hands and will make a variety of pots, bowls, vases, and more.  As a special treat, young potters will also get a chance to throw a bowl on the potter’s wheel.
April 15 – May 6              Thursday    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Underwater Watercolor  
Wanda Beattie           Grades K-6
M $39 NM $59            (3 Wks)
Does your child love to paint?  Does your child love fish, dolphins, whales, and other fun ocean creatures?  If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect class!  In this class students will learn basic watercolor techniques and will use those techniques to paint fantastic underwater scenes full of seaweed, sea creatures, and, of course, water.
May 3 - May 17                Monday    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

homeschool classes

Creative Writing for Homeschool Students
Jaime Weis        Grades 5-7
M $40 NM $60            (3 Wks)
If your child loves to write or tell imaginative stories – or simply enjoys daydreaming of adventures – then he or she she should learn to write their stories down to share with the world!  In this class we will discuss brainstorming techniques, story forms, paragraphing, and dialogue – everything that a young author needs to begin penning the next great American novel!
January 25 – February 8             Monday    2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Art Fundamentals for Homeschool Students: The Elements of Art    
Pat Chambers            Grades K-6
M $66 NM $86            (5 Wks)
This class, designed specifically for homeschoolers, will focus on five basic elements of art:  line, shape, color, form and texture.  Children will study how artists use these elements in creating their work and a different art media will be incorporated into each lesson.  Students will draw, paint, make prints, and create both a 3-D sculpture and a low relief sculpture.
February 22 - March 22   Monday  2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Other classes that may interest homeschool students are listed under Children’s Clay and Visual arts.  We think that you would find many of these classes, including The Shadows and Light of Winter, and Famous Artists would be a great asset to any child’s education.

teen classes

See Also Teen & Adult Clay and Teen & Adult Visual Arts

Beginning Photography Composition for Teens  
Wanda Beattie           Grades 7-12
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
In this class teens will learn the basics of photography composition and how to take higher quality photographs. We will be looking at some of the masters of photography to see how they chose their subjects.  This class would be excellent for those who wish to enter our upcoming photography contest or who are interested in entering photographs at the fair.  Students will need a digital camera for this class.
February 2 – March 9      Tuesday    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Drawing the Human Face 
Wanda Beattie           Grades 7-12
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
Learn various types of drawing techniques and the basic art elements as we study the eyes, nose, ears, and mouth; and then combine that knowledge to render drawings of the complete human head using graphite sticks and graphite drawing pencils.  All materials, including graphite sticks and graphite drawing pencils will be provided for your use in class.
April 13 – May 18             Tuesday    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

family workshops

Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.  Sign up each member of the family who wants to create the project  (cost is per project).

Valentine’s Day Flower Vase  
David Sollenberger            Ages 4-Adult
M $18 NM $24            (1 Wk)
This is a great project for any age.  Create a beautiful, hand made clay flower vase for your friend, sweetheart, mother, sister, or grandma.  Your vase will be a unique gift for that someone special.
February 2                       Tuesday    4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Shamrock Cookie Platter
David Sollenberger            Ages 4-Adult
M $18 NM $24            (1 Wk)
Do you like shamrock cookies with yummy green frosting?  Come create a clay cookie platter and decorate it with charming shamrock shapes for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
March 2                           Tuesday    4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Clay Bird Houses 
Matt Menuez       Ages 6-Adult
M $22 NM $32            (1 Wk)                                                              
Fun for the whole family!  Create a unique birdhouse out of clay for your feathered friends.  The basic structure will be provided leaving the creative touches up to you.  Add vines and leaves or create a funny face to make your birdhouse one of a kind.  You can also add color with our paint-on underglazes as a final touch. 
April 3                             Saturday 9:30 Am – 12:00 PM

For the Garden, Clay Creations     
David Sollenberger            Ages 4-Adult
M $18 NM $26            (1 Wk)
Are you a garden enthusiast?  In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to use your imagination as you create fun and whimsical garden decorations, garden stakes, and even a toad house if you would like.  Children and adults will be able to choose what they would like to make from a variety of different ideas.
April 20                Tuesday    4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

musikgarten

Musikgarten music and movement curriculum for parents and children is directed toward an aural development of the child through activities designed to nurture a loving musical bond between parent and child.  Families will be encouraged to actively make music together in their homes.  Because Musikgarten is an aural music education curriculum, the purchase of materials allows the child and parent to listen at home to the music used in class and is a necessary part of the program.  Attire for all Musikgarten classes:  comfortable clothes for moving.  Parents and children will be sitting on the floor. No toys, food or drink in the classroom.  Only students enrolled in class will be permitted in the Musikgarten class. 

Family Music for Babies #1, Part 2       
Christine Steiner       Ages Newborn - 15 months
M $36 NM $56            (8 Wks)
Musikgarten Family Music for Babies nurtures a bond of love and security between parent and child, increases a child’s curiosity about music and develops a child’s listening skills and sense of flow and beat through movement. Music activities appropriate for this age will include bouncing and rocking songs, wiggle and peek-a-boo games, singing, dancing and moving.  The babies and their parents create a community of music makers.  The teacher plays the role of coach as parents learn ways to play musically with their babies in arms.

Special Materials Fees:  $32 “Family Music for Babies #1” CD, Parent Book, Baby Instrument Packet (rhythm sticks,rattle, scarf, cloth bag); $11.50 additional charge for extra instrument packet for sibling baby enrolled in the same class.  Families may already own these materials from siblings having taken the class.
January 12 - March 9      Tuesday  9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
No Class January 19   

Family Music for Babies and Toddlers: 
Clap with Me, Part 2 - Saturday Class 
Christine Steiner               Ages 6 months to 36 months
M $27 NM $47            (6 Wks)
Musikgarten classes channel a toddler’s energy productively.  These “learners in constant motion” get to sing, chant, move, dance, listen, and play simple instruments while further developing musical aptitude and focused    listening.  Children are encouraged to explore and experiment with the world of sound more on their own in class and at home. The teacher plays the role of coach in order to stimulate musical interaction between child and parent.  Each child needs an adult partner for class.

Special Materials fees:  $27 “Clap with Me” CD, Parent Book, 2 finger cymbals; $4.00 additional charge for extra pair Finger cymbals for sibling toddler enrolled in the same class.  Families may already own these materials from siblings having taken the class.
January 23 – March 6   Saturday 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
No Class February 20         

Family Music for Toddlers:  Clap with Me, Part 2     
Christine Steiner       Ages 15 months - 3 years
M $36 NM $56            (8 Wks)
Musikgarten classes channel a toddler’s energy productively.  These “learners in constant motion” get to sing, chant, move, dance, listen, and play simple instruments while further developing musical aptitude and focused listening.  Children are encouraged to explore and experiment with the world of sound more on their own in class and at home. The teacher plays the role of coach in order to stimulate musical interaction between child and parent.  Each child needs an adult partner for class.

Special Materials fees:  $27 “Clap with Me” CD, Parent Book, 2 finger cymbals; $4.00 additional charge for extra pair Finger cymbals for sibling toddler enrolled in the same class.  Families may already own these materials from siblings having taken the class.
A.  January 12 - March 9 (No class January 19)   Tuesday 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
B.  January 12 – March 9 (No class January 19)   Tuesday 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM     

Family Music for Toddlers:  Clap with Me, Part 2 - Saturday Class         
Christine Steiner       Ages 15 months - 3 years
M $27 NM $47            (6 Wks)
January 23 – March 6   Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
No class February 20

Private music instruction

Dates and times to be set up with the instructor.

Private Guitar, Piano, Mandolin, Irish Whistle - - - Ages 8-Adult
Private Beginning Fiddle - - - Ages 4-10
Teresa Morrison                                            

Private Voice Lessons - - - Ages 12-Adult
Private Beginning Piano - - - Ages 5-Adult
Anna Barrios

adult and teen clay

Please ask for our pottery procedure sheet for information on purchasing additional clay and open studio procedures.  Clay will be provided during class.  Clay is $1.00 a pound outside of class.  To get the most out of your clay class, we encourage you to purchase a membership as it gives you access to our pottery studio outside of class time.

Evening Introduction to Pottery - Part I       
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
This class is a great introduction to the world of pottery making.  All of the basics including pinch pots, slab, coil, as well as wheel throwing techniques will be covered, and you decide on which technique you would like to concentrate. 
February 2 – February 23                  Tuesday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Evening Introduction to Pottery - Part II   
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Would you like to learn some new techniques?  Build on the skills learned in Part I, or any other previous clay experience you may have.  The instructor will guide you as you learn and improve your handbuilding or wheel throwing skills.
March 9 – March 30                  Tuesday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Evening Intermediate Pottery – Part I       
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Build on the skills learned in the Evening Introduction to Pottery Part II, or classes you may have taken elsewhere. Join us as we experiment and explore the more complex aspects of pottery making.  This class will include coil, slab, wheel throwing, throwing off the hump, and any other techniques you would be interested in learning or improving.
February 4 - February 25                  Thursday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Evening Intermediate Pottery – Part II
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Would you like to further develop your skills?  In this class, the instructor will help you improve your skills by guiding you as you choose what pieces you would like to create.  You will have the freedom to explore the forms that most interest you.
March 4 – April 1             Thursday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Assisted Studio Nights
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M$10 per class NM$15 per class                     (6 Wks) 
Benefit from David Sollenberger’s expertise as you work on your own creative pieces.  Potters are invited to come and work at this time when David is available to assist and answer any questions they may have - or show them an advanced technique they would like to acquire.  Please sign up in advance.  Clay is $1.00 a pound.
Wednesday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24, March 10 & 24 

This Mugs for You!     
Sam Sheller       Ages Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
This wheel throwing class is designed for students with any level of skill or experience.  Students will create cylinders, cups, mugs, and pitchers and learn how to make and attach pulled handles.  Decorating techniques including sgraffito, banding, combing, underglazing, slip decorating, and glaze application will be learned.  Students will also explore the history of pottery making around the world and apply what they learn about ancient and contemporary forming and decorating techniques in their own creative work. You may want to purchase a pottery tool kit (approx $10.00) from a local craft store. 
February 3 – February 24                  Wednesday    9:30 AM - 11:30 PM

Bowls, Bowls & More Bowls    
Sam Sheller       Ages Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Soup bowls, salad bowls, fruit bowls, popcorn bowls, pasta bowls, mixing bowls, serving bowls, bowls of all shapes, sizes, and colors can be created.  This wheel throwing class is designed for students with any level of skill or experience. Students will also explore the history of pottery making around the world and apply what they learn about ancient and contemporary forming and decorating techniques in their own creative work. You may want to purchase a pottery tool kit (approx $10.00) from a local craft store. 
March 10 – March 31  
Wednesday    9:30 AM - 11:30 PM

Assisted Studio Mornings     
Sam Sheller       Ages Adult
M$10 per class NM$15 per class      (8 Wks)
Benefit from Sam Sheller’s experience and expertise as you work on your own creative pieces.  For a fee, students from the Wednesday morning pottery class are welcome to stay and continue work on their class pieces.  Other potters are invited to come and work at this time when Sam is available to assist and answer any questions they may have - or demonstrate an  advanced technique they would like to acquire.  Please sign up in advance.  Clay is $1.00 a pound.
Wednesday 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
February 3, 10, 17 & 24; March 10, 17, 24 & 31 

SPRING - Evening Introduction to Pottery - Part I    
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
This class would is a great introduction to the world of pottery making.  All of the basics including pinch pots, slab, coil, as well as wheel throwing techniques will be covered, and you decide on which technique you would like to concentrate. 
April 13 – May 4              Tuesday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

SPRING - Evening Intermediate Pottery – Part I       
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
Build on the skills learned in the Evening Introduction to Pottery classes, or classes you may have taken elsewhere. Join us as we experiment and explore the more complex aspects of pottery making.  This class will include coil, slab, wheel throwing, throwing off the hump, and any other techniques you would be interested in learning or improving.
April 15 – May 6              Thursday    6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

SPRING - Assisted Studio Nights 
David Sollenberger            Ages 12-Adult
M$10 per class NM$15 per class      (3 Wks)
Benefit from David Sollenberger’s expertise as you work on your own creative pieces.  Potters are invited to come and work at this time when David is available to assist and answer any questions they may have - or show them an advanced technique they would like to acquire.  Please sign up in advance.  Clay is $1.00 a pound.
Wednesday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
April 21, May 5 & 19

Ready, Set, Go!        
Sam Sheller       Ages Adult
M $68 NM $88            (4 Wks)
You will design and make your own dinnerware set, canister set, nesting bowls, tea pot set, tumblers, punch bowl and cups, lemonade or iced tea set.  The set you create will be up to you and your imagination and skill level. This wheel throwing class is designed for students with any level of skill or experience.  Decorating techniques including sgraffito, banding, combing, underglazing, slip decorating, and glaze application will be learned.  Students will also explore the history of pottery making around the world and apply what they learn about ancient and contemporary forming and decorating techniques in their own creative work. You may want to purchase a pottery tool kit (approx $10.00) from a local craft store. 
April 14 - May 5                    Wednesday    9:30 AM – 11:30 PM

SPRING - Assisted Studio Mornings     
Sam Sheller       Ages Adult
M$10 per class NM$15 per class      (4 Wks)
Benefit from Sam Sheller’s experience and expertise as you work on your own creative pieces.  For a fee, students from the Wednesday morning pottery class are welcome to stay and continue work on their class pieces.  Other potters are invited to come and work at this time when Sam is available to assist and answer any questions they may have - or demonstrate an  advanced technique they would like to acquire.  Please sign up in advance.  Clay is $1.00 a pound.
Wednesday   12:00 PM – 2:00 PM     
April 14, 21, 28  &  May 5

adult visual arts

Acrylic and Oil Painting:  Focus on Portraits     
Wanda Beattie           Ages Adult
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
In this class you will practice and develop skills required to paint portraits using acrylic or oil paints.   Please bring some photographs of people to the first class as we will be using those in our practice.  You will need oil paint or acrylic paint, brushes, and canvas boards to paint on.
January 14 – February 18
Thursday    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Evening Watercolor     
Rich Dobec        Ages Adult
M $80 NM $100           (6 Wks)
Relax and enjoy an evening lesson in the basics of watercolor.  Students will learn how to use all of the materials needed to paint with watercolors and will learn about composition and color use.  Take a break and experience the beauty of painting with watercolors in our relaxing and supportive environment.
January 20 – February 24           
Wednesday   6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Drawing for Note Cards 
Nancy Skinner           Ages Adult
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
Would you like to develop drawing skills to create your own personalized note cards?  In this class, the instructor will guide you as you design and draw your own pictures for cards.  Use your imagination and draw anything from stylized initials to flowers or even abstract sketchings.  Please bring a selection of graphite pencils from #2-4B, a kneading eraser, a soft eraser, a drawing tablet and a ruler.  Blank cards and envelopes will be provided for your final products.
February 23 – March 30
Tuesday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM    

Pet Portraits:  How to Draw Cats and Dogs    
Wanda Beattie           Ages 12-Adult
M $26 NM $36            (2 Wks)
Are you a dog or cat owner?  Would you like to learn how to draw a picture of those animals that share your living spaces with you?  In this two week workshop, you will learn how to create pencil drawings that look like these special animals.  You will need pencils that have different hardness of lead, and a good eraser.
March 23 – March 30    
Tuesday    6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Basic Digital Photography      
Wanda Beattie           Ages 12 - Adult
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
In this class students will learn the basics of photography composition and how to take higher quality photographs. We will be looking at some of the masters of photography to see how they chose their subjects.  This class would be excellent for those who are interested in entering photographs at the fair.  Students will need a digital camera for this class.  Hopefully, we will have beautiful spring weather and we will be able to use our developing skills taking outdoor photographs in beautiful downtown Wooster.   
April 13 - May 18             Tuesday    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

SPRING - Evening Watercolor     
Rich Dobec        Ages Adult
M $80 NM $100           (6 Wks)
Relax and enjoy an evening lesson in the basics of watercolor.  Students will learn how to use all of the materials needed to paint with watercolors and will learn about composition and color use.  Take a break and experience the beauty of painting with watercolors in our relaxing and supportive environment.
April 14 – May 19
Wednesday   6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

SPRING - Acrylic and Oil Painting     
Wanda Beattie           Ages Adult
M $94 NM $114           (6 Wks)
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint?  Here is your chance.  Beginners are encouraged and welcomed. Relax and enjoy learning how to use the materials needed to paint with acrylics and water based oil paint.  A list of materials will be at the front desk for you to pick up before class starts.  You may already have some supplies, so bring what you have.  You will need to have all the supplies on the first night of class.
April 15 - May 20             Thursday    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Springtime Floral Design     
Dot Blum          Adult
M $45 NM $65            (3 Weeks)
Would you like to be able to create floral arrangements to compete in fairs and flower shows?  Dot Blum, a nationally accredited master judge with National Garden Clubs, will guide you in the principles of design as your skill in floral arranging grows.  In this class we will focus on “Designer’s Choice,” one category of design commonly seen in flower shows.  You need not bring anything to the first class.  Instructor will give directions on what is needed in subsequent  classes.
May 3 – May 17                Monday     6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

family theatre

Storytime Family Theatre Company
Dedicated to recreating classic and beloved stories and fairytales on stage. Coordinated by Lisa Zemancik

How to Have a Successful Audition    
Anna Barrios and Chelsea Barrios    Ages 8-Adult
M $18 NM $28
What do I wear to an audition?  How do I prepare myself?  What is the director looking for?  In this class we will discuss and practice ways to have a successful audition.  Stage presence, vocal projection, facial expression and gestures are just some of the skills we will practice using.  You will rehearse monologues and everyone will have the opportunity to have a mock audition and receive feedback.  Perfect for those who are thinking about auditioning for Twain’s Tales.
January 30                  Saturday    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Twain’s Tales
Anna Barrios and Chelsea Barrios    Ages 8-Adult
M $50 NM $70
Twain’s Tales is a collection of five short stories by the master American storyteller-Samuel Clemens, also known as Mark Twain.  The stories are “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County,” “Science v. Luck,” “The Joke That Made Ed’s Fortune,”  “The Belated Russian Passport” and “Is He Living or Is He Dead?” – as well as the fence-painting chapter from The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.  The play takes place on the front porch of a general store inHannibal, Missouri in the late 1800s.  The locals – the storekeeper and his wife, a printer, a reporter and a riverboat pilot – spend the morning entertaining each other by seeing who can spin the tallest tale.  This play is full of wit, humor, great stories, and interesting characters.   I don’t know who will be more entertained – you as actors, or the audience.

This play has a large, flexible cast.  Everyone ages 10 to adult who auditions will be assigned a role. Children under the age of 10 may be accepted based on audition and at the discretion of the director.

      Auditions:  Sat, February 6, 10:00-12:00

      Rehearsals:  Sat, February 13  through Sat, March 20, 10:00-12:00

      Dress Rehearsal: Tuesday, March 23, 6:00-8:30

      Final Dress:  Thursday, March 25, 6:00-8:30

      Performances:  Friday, March 26, 7:00            (arrive at 5:00),        

                               Saturday, March 27, 2:00            (arrive at 12:00)

Little Stars Storybook Theatre     
Anna Barrios and Chelsea Barrios    Ages 4-7
M $49 NM $69            (5 Wks)
Does your child love make believe?  Do you think he/she would enjoy acting?  In this class, children will get the chance to act out a different fairy tale each week.  We will be inspired by such classics as “Stone Soup,” “The Princess and the Pea,” “The Elves and the Shoemaker,” and “Sleeping Beauty.”  There will be a special performance  on May 15 at 11:00 for family and friends!
April 17 - May 15             Saturday    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

creative movement

Creative Movement
Katie Willig            Ages 3-4
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
This class will stimulate young imaginations and develop confidence in movement to music.  Your child will enjoy this fun introduction to movement that exposes young students to the basic concept of class structure.   Children should wear comfortable clothing to move in (leotard, tights, and ballet shoes optional).
A. February 1-May 3 (No Class Feb 15 and April 5)                  
Monday 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
B. February 5 – April 30 (No Class April 9)
Friday 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM

tap dance

Elementary Tap         
Katie Willig            Ages 6-11
M $72 NM $92           (12 Weeks)
In the elementary tap class, students will focus on learning single tap steps, then incorporating the steps into series of combinations. Young dancers will learn rhythm and timing as they develop their tap skills.  Girls should wear a blackleotard, pink tights, and tap shoes.  Boys should wear athletic shorts, t-shirts, socks and tap shoes.
February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 &April 5)         
Monday 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Teen/Adult Tap              
Katie Willig            Ages 12-Adult
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
In the teen/adult tap class we will start the first lessons with very basic movements like tapping the ball of the foot, and  brushing/striking the foot against the floor in a shuffling style.  As students develop their tap skills, they will begin creating combinations and short routines.  Students should wear comfortable clothes to move in and tap shoes.
February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 & April 5)                          
Monday 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM

jazz dance

Elementary Jazz  
Katie Willig            Ages 8-12
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
Jazz technique is exciting and incorporates contemporary movements that are fun and energetic.  The study of Jazztechnique improves performance qualities and is a good addition to Classical Studies as it challenges young dancers in new and unique ways.  Please wear comfortable clothes to move in and bare feet or ballet shoes.
February 6 – May 1 (No Class April 10)
Saturday    11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Teen/Adult Jazz        
Stephanie Sustar        Ages 13-Adult
M $49 NM $69            (6 Weeks)
Jazz technique is exciting and incorporates contemporary movements that are fun and energetic.  The study of Jazz technique improves performance qualities and is a good addition to Classical Studies as it challenges dancers in new and unique ways.  Jazz is also a great style of dance for those who have never taken a dance class before.  Please wear comfortable clothes to move in and bare feet or ballet shoes.
A. February 6 – March 13
Saturday 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
B.  March 20 – May 1 (No class April 10)
Saturday 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM 

pre-ballet and continuing pre-ballet

Students who are participating in the Beginning and Continuing Pre-Ballet Classes are invited to perform in the Wayne Center Ballet Spring School Performance which will be held May 8 at the Performing Arts Center.  Students will be rehearsing for this performance during class time.  Students will be required to attend a rehearsal Friday evening, May 7th,  as well as pay a participation fee of $25 (which defrays the costs associated with the performance) due by Feb 6.

Beginning Pre-Ballet   
Katie Willig and Stephanie Sustar   Ages 4-5
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
Pre-Ballet is an introduction to simple basic technique with carefully graded rhythmic exercises designed to develop poise, flexibility, and grace within the young child.
A. February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 & April 5)
Monday 4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
B. February 5 – April 30 (No class April 9)
Friday 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
C. February 6 – May 1 (No Class April 10)
Saturday    9:15 AM- 10:00 AM
D. February 6 – May 1 (No Class April 10)
Saturday   9:15 AM – 10:00 AM

Continuing Pre-Ballet  
Katie Wilig       Ages 4-5
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
Students must complete a minimum of three sessions of Beginning Pre-Ballet and have instructor’s permission before advancing to Continuing Pre-Ballet.  In Continuing Pre-Ballet students continue to develop poise, flexibility, and grace.
February 6 – May 1 (No Class April 10)
Saturday  10:00 AM – 10:45 AM 

elementary ballet

These Ballet level classes stress the basic vocabulary and technique of Classical Ballet.  For students wishing to go on to more advanced Ballet studies, elementary classes are an excellent preparation.  Levels are assigned by the instructors.

Dance Attire for all Pre-Ballet and Elementary Ballet Classes:
Girls:  black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes (no skirts!)
Boys:  white t-shirt, black tights, white socks, white ballet shoes

Students who are participating in Elementary Ballet Classes are invited to perform in the Wayne Center Ballet Spring School Performance which will be held May 8 at the Performing Arts Center. Students will be rehearsing for this performance during class time.  Students will be required to attend a rehearsal Friday evening, May 7th,  as well as pay a participation fee of $25 (which defrays the costs associated with the performance) due by Feb 6.

Elementary I Beginners Class 
Judith Miller           Ages 6-12
M $106 NM $126          (12 Weeks)
This class (formerly Absolute Beginners) is for students with no previous ballet experience.  After this class, the instructor will place students in the appropriate level to continue.
February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 & April 5)        
Monday    6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Elementary I           
Judith Miller           Ages 6-12
M $106 NM $ 126         (12 Weeks)
February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 & April 5)        
Monday    5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

 Elementary II          
Judith Miller           Ages 7-12

M $106 NM $126          (12 Weeks)
February 4 – April 29 (No Class April 8) 
Thursday    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM          

Elementary III         
Judith Miller           Ages 8-12
M $106 NM $126          (12 Weeks)
February 4 – April 29 (No Class April 8)                  
Thursday    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Elementary IV          
Judith Miller           Ages 9-12
Two Classes a Week Required         M $180 NM $200          (12 Weeks)
February 3 – April 28 (No Class April 7)
Wednesday 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM
February 5 – April 30 (No Class April 9)                                                              
Friday 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM

teen/adult lyrical, modern and ballet

Teen/Adult Lyrical     
Katie Willig            Ages 13 – adult
M $72 NM $92            (12 Weeks)
Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet, jazz and modern styles of dance.  Some dance experience is recommended.Dancers will work on flexibility and technique and create combinations and routines to slower, lyrical music. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in.
February 1 – May 3 (No Class February 15 & April 5)
Monday    7:45 PM – 8:30 PM

Teen/Adult Ballet
Judith Miller           Ages 13-Adult
M $108 NM $128          (12 Wks)
This class is designed for the adult student who has no formal ballet training or who has studied ballet in the past and wishes to resume training.  Emphasis will be on correct placement, body alignment, toning and stretching. The class will advance at the pace appropriate to the developing skills of the students. Students are not expected to wear leotards and tights, but should wear clothes that are suitable for movement that fit appropriately so that the instructor can see posture and the lines of the body.
February 4 – April 29 (No Class April 8)
Thursdays 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

classical ballet

Classical Ballet Faculty:  Brenda Klingbeil Schwinn, Tricia Jenkins Meyer

Class placement is assigned by the faculty.  There are seven assigned levels:  Advanced Beginner, Intermediate I, II, III, IV and Advanced A & B.  Class placement is assigned by the Classical Ballet Faculty.  Students new to the school must arrange to attend an audition class by contacting the Front Desk. 

Wayne Center Ballet is the resident company of the school, providing the community with quality dance performances and performing experience for its dancers who are chosen by audition.  The repertoire includes an annual spring performance to be held in March 2010, as well as a full-length Nutcracker in even numbered years.  New this season for all Classical Ballet students will be a Demonstration Performance to be held in May, 2010.

Spring Semester:  January 4-May 15 (16 weeks)
No class Jan 18 (MLK Day) & Feb 15 (President’s Day)
No classes April 2-11 (Spring Break)
May 17-May 22 make-up week

Spring Semester fees (16 weeks)
2 classes a week   M$280  NM$305
3 classes a week   M$370  NM$395
4 classes a week   M$455  NM$480                                       

Classical Ballet Studio Schedule  

Monday (Studio B)

   4:30-6:00      Advanced Beginner          6:00-7:30       Advanced A & B

   7:30-9:00       Rehearsal

Tuesday – Company Classes (Studios A & B)

   4:30-6:00     Intermediate I-II-III-IV

   6:00-7:30     Advanced A & B

   7:30-9:00     Rehearsal

Wednesday (Studio B & Painting Studio)

   5:00-6:30     Advanced Beginner 

   6:30-8:00     Intermediate I-II – Pre-Pointe/Beg. Pointe

   5:00-6:30     Intermediate III-IV & Advanced B 

   6:30-8:00     Advanced A 

   8:00-9:00     Rehearsal

Thursday (Studio B)

   4:30-6:00     Intermediate I & II

   6:00-7:30     Advanced A & B

    7:30-9:00     Rehearsal

Friday (Studio B)

   4:00-5:30     Intermediate III, Intermediate IV & Advanced A&B

Saturday (Studio B)

   10:00-11:30  Intermediate III, Intermediate IV & Advanced A&B

   11:30-2:00    Rehearsal

All missed classes should be made-up at the same level of study or one level lower.  Advanced Beginners should make up in the Elementary IV class that meets on Fridays, 5:15-6:30 pm. (February 5 – April 30)

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Hours

Monday: 12 Noon - 9 pm

Tue thru Thu: 9 am - 9 pm

Friday: 9 am - 7 pm

Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm

Sunday: CLOSED