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How would you like to work with some of Tulsa’s finest artists? Youth Services' Arts Studios are offered throughout the year to include sessions in the spring, summer and fall.
An exciting opportunity for budding artists at any level - you don’t need any previous experience to be a part of the program; you only need desire to discover, readiness for adventure and openness to experimentation.
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Fall 2010 Art Studio Offerings
*unless otherwise specified, classes are held at 311 S. Madison.
| Eight Week Classes |
| Pottery - Wheel Throwing |
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 A studio in clay offered in partnership with 3rd Street Clayworks. You will will learn how to throw pots, glaze and fire. Artist: Natalie Donaldson Cost: $50
An eight-week studio Fridays, 6:30-9 p.m. Sept. 24-Nov. 12. *Held at 3rd Street Clayworks, 1001 E. 3rd St.*
click here to register for Wheel Throwing.
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Pottery - Hand Building |
 Come work with clay. Create functional hand built items as well as critters, masks and other fun stuff.
Artist: Colleen Hock Cost: $50
An eight-week studio Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Sept. 25-Nov. 13.
*Held at 3rd Street Clayworks, 1001 E. 3rd St.*
click here to register for Pottery - Hand Building. |
| Claymation |
 In this workshop, you will learn how to sculpt and film a clay animation short film. This will include viewing an assortment of claymation videos to begin getting inspired about the technique. Students will brainstorm for concept building, and by working in groups of three, learn how to storyboard and create the composition for a three-dimensional animated film. Artist: Erin Turner Cost: $60
An eight-week studio Wednesdays, 4:30-7 p.m. Sept. 22-Nov. 10.
*Held at Living Arts of Tulsa, 307 E. Brady*
click here to register for Claymation.
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| 10 Week Classes |
| Beadwork and Jewelry Making |
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 Haven't you always wanted to make art that you can wear? Come hang out away from the heat and make some cool beads. Learn how to macramé hemp, string beads, wire wrap, make your own beads and more!
Artist: Susanne Barnard Cost: $40
A 10-week studio Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sept. 21-Nov. 23.
*Held at The Bead Merchant, 2745 E. 15th St.*
click here to register for Beadwork & Jewelry Making.
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Screen Printing for Beginners |
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 Learn the art of fabric screen printing as taught by local designer Carla-Rose of Raspberry Grunt. You will create your own designs through hands-on instruction and projects using the mono-color, ink blocking stencil method. Burning a screen will also be explored. Each student will design his/her own screen with logos or images of their choice. Personalize anything fabric: t-shirts, apparel, bandannas, jackets, aprons, canvas bags, pillows, clothing—the possibilities are endless! A cool class for guys and gals!
Artist: Carla-Rose Branch Cost: $50
A 10-week studio on Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. Sept. 21-Nov. 23.
click here to register for Screen Printing.
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| 12 Week Classes |
| Mixed Media |
 A studio where more is often more, Mixed Media challenges you to think outside the canvas. Create art using diverse media such as paint, collage, found materials, print and paper-making, fabric and an endless variety of other resources in a single work. Very hands-on, creative and experimental.
Artist: Mary Jane Porter Cost: $40
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 22-Dec. 8.
click here to register for Mixed Media.
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| Beginner Glassblowing |
 Glassblowing is an art as intense as it is delicate. This hands-on beginner’s class takes you through the entire glass working process. We'll be introducing you to the tools, fundamental principles and practices of glass working before guiding you in the creation of your very own beautifully blown and shaped glass paperweights, flowers and vases.
Artist: Rachel Haynes Cost: $125
Mondays, 6-8 p.m. Sept. 20-Dec. 6.
*Held at Tulsa Glassblowing Studio, 19 E. Brady*
click here to register for Beginning Glassblowing. |
| Creative Photography |
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 Learn the basics of a 35mm SLR camera from a professional photographer. This class is focused on teaching you how to manually control the most important functions on the camera. Many other creative aspects of photography will be covered like composition, subject matter, filters and film choice. If the student already has access to a 35mm SLR camera we encourage you to bring your camera to each class. Youth Services has a limited number of 35mm SLR cameras and some students may be asked to share a camera. Darkroom and film developing techniques will not be covered in this class.
Artist/Photographer: Zane Yost Cost: $40
Fridays, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Sept. 24-Dec. 10.
Click Here to register for Creative Photography.
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| Drawing 101 |
 Get ready to learn new skills and strengthen old ones by drawing a variety of subjects and objects. From figures to still life to crazy structures, students will hone their skills with pencils and ink. During the 12 weeks, students will work in both a classroom setting and at different interesting landmarks and locations around Tulsa.
Artist: Phillip Hollecker Cost: $40
Saturdays, 12:30-2 p.m. Sept. 25-Dec. 11.
click here to register for Drawing 101. |
| Comic Book / Fantasy Art |
 This studio is an introduction to the ideas and tools of the comic book art trade and how to use them. It will cover the basics of figure drawing, story boarding and page layout. You will work from well-known artists, but will also focus on individual projects and individual creativity. Everything you need to start getting your ideas out of your head, onto paper and into the public eye.
Artist: Phillip Hollecker Cost: $40
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Sept. 25-Dec. 11.
click here to register for Comic Book / Fantasty Art
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| Drama Troupe |
 An exciting and important opportunity for youth, the Youth Services’ Drama Troupe is a touring ensemble of youth who research, write and perform plays addressing youth-specific issues, exploring the ideas and topics that affect every teen. An ongoing program, the Drama Troupe is always accepting new members committed to the idea of writing and performance as a way to both freely express themselves, their concerns, and their opinions and to using this expression for positive development.
Artist: George Romero Cost: $30
Mondays, 5:30-7 p.m. Sept. 20-Dec. 6.
click here to register for Drama Troupe.
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| FREE Classes |
| Improvisational Comedy |
Improvisational comedy is interactive theatre. Actors are put on the spot, scenes are created at the drop of a hat, and audience participation is highly encouraged. An ongoing program , Youth Services is always accepting new members to “What Just Happened?” Improv. If you like “Whose Line is It Anyway?” then come out and join the fun with YST’s resident group of goofballs!
Artist: George Romero Cost: This program is free.
Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Ongoing, call 918.382.4427 for details.
click here to sign up for Improvisational Comedy.
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| ArtCore Studios |
YST and Living Arts of Tulsa invite middle and high School students to come up with the next great art project! The sessions are free and open to any student who would like to participate in a significant and relevant art making experience that deals with their own ideas. Students will meet for a fun brainstorming session, share ideas and create the content for their arts experience. A studio where the sky is the limit, ArtCore is interactive, interdisciplinary and completely original. Participants will be honored with a final presentation of their artwork in Living ArtSpace, a professional gallery, on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. What else could you want?
Artist: Erin Turner Cost: This program is free.
Brainstorming session: Sunday, Oct. 10 at 2 p.m. Regular studio time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. for 6 weeks, Oct. 12-Nov. 18.
*Held at Living Arts of Tulsa at 307 E. Brady.*
click here to sign up for ArtCore Studios. |
For more information regarding enrollment or financial assistance contact George Romero at 918.382.4472 or click here.
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