Abstract Art

Instructor: Elizabeth Hill

Ages: 13+

Dates: (4) Tuesdays, November 2 - November 23

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Cost: $70 members/$80 non-members

Students will learn about the varied styles and methods associated with Abstract Expressionism.  Each lesson will cover a different Abstract Expressionist, including Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, and Helen Frankenthaler.  This class will explore the different ways to put paint to canvas and what makes splatters of paint Art.  Most of the class supplies are included, but students will need to bring paint brushes (synthetic bristles, various sizes from ½“ - 2” in width).

Ballroom (session 1)

Instructor: Frank Geib

Ages: 17+

Dates: (5) Tuesdays, October 12 - November 9

Timed: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Cost: $115 members/$125 non-members (per couple)

Bring your partner and learn to dance for the upcoming events in your life.  We will learn the Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Cha-cha and Merengue so you can join the fun at parties, weddings and other social events.  It is essential that all participants wear shoes with either leather or man made soles.  No sandals or sneakers please.  Students must enroll as a couple, and may enroll in more than one session.

Ballroom (session 2)

Instructor: Frank Geib

Ages: 17+

Dates: (5) Tuesdays, November 16 - December 14

Timed: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Cost: $115 members/$125 non-members (per couple)

Bring your partner and learn to dance for the upcoming events in your life.  We will learn the Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Cha-cha and Merengue so you can join the fun at parties, weddings and other social events.  It is essential that all participants wear shoes with either leather or man made soles.  No sandals or sneakers please.  Students must enroll as a couple, and may enroll in more than one session.

Beginning and Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Jeanette Oliver

Ages: 14+

Dates: (8) Mondays, October 25 - December 13

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Cost: $190 members/$200 non-members

Students will learn or improve their pottery skills using the potter's wheel as a tool for creating functional and decorative pieces.  The class includes up to four hours a week of extra studio time.  (Payment plans available.)

Beginning Oil Painting

Instructor: Elizabeth Hill

Ages: 13+

Dates: (6) Tuesdays, September 7 - October 12

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Cost: $100 members/$110 non-members

Students will learn the basics of oil painting, including arranging a small still life and mixing oil paint to produce the correct colors and tones.  Each week will build on the skills acquired in the previous week.  By the end of the class students will have one finished painting and two studies.  Most supplies are included in the cost of the class, but students will need to bring their own paint brushes.  (Bristle brushes preferred.)

Belly Dance (session 1)

Instructor: Amy Navaar

Ages: 17+

Dates: (8) Mondays and Wednesdays, September 13 - October 6

Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Cost: $80 members/$90 non-members

Take your workout on an exotic journey through the art of Belly Dance!  Work your core and your mind while learning belly dancing basics.  This empowering, feminine workout is designed for all fitness levels.  Participants should bring three yards of sheer fabric for a veil, and are encouraged to wear hip scarves.

Special Belly Dance Trial Offer!

Not sure Belly Dance is the class for you?  Give it a try anyway!

Pay only $12 to participate in one Belly Dance class. 

If you decide to join the class your tuition will be prorated for

the remaining number of days the class will meet.

Belly Dance (session 2)

Instructor: Amy Navaar

Ages: 17+

Dates: (8) Mondays and Wednesdays, October 18 - November 10

Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Cost: $80 members/$90 non-members

Take your workout on an exotic journey through the art of Belly Dance!  Work your core and your mind while learning belly dancing basics.  This empowering, feminine workout is designed for all fitness levels.  Participants should bring three yards of sheer fabric for a veil, and are encouraged to wear hip scarves.

Introduction to Caligraphy

Instructor: Ann Warren

Ages: 13+

Dates: (8) Tuesdays, September 7 - October 26

Time: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Cost: $80 members/$90 non-members

This class will cover the basic mechanics and techniques of the calligraphy pen and ink.  We will cover several simple scripts including medieval, Victorian, and some Chinese and Japanese characters.  The class also includes a small introduction to illumination and embellishments to go along with the scripts.  Students are encouraged to wear an apron to protect their clothes.

Lithography

Instructor: Everett Ward

Ages: 16+

Dates: call to schedule lessons

Time: call to schedule lessons

Cost: TBA

This course will cover basic principles of Lithography on stone. To include: graining stone, drawing image on stone, etching image on stone, pulling trial prints, and creating an edition of prints.  Students need to bring a couple of cellulose sponges to keep the stone wet during washout and pulling of prints.  If interested in this class, please contact the Carnegie Arts Center to schedule lithography lessons, 651-0765.

Music Lessons

Guitar       Piano       Violin       Voice

Learn more about music lessons here!

The Potter’s Wheel (session 1)

Instructor: Deb Leavitt

Ages: 17+

Dates: (8) Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 14 - October 7

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Cost: $190 members/$200 non-members

Students will learn or improve their pottery skills using the potter's wheel as a tool for creating functional and decorative pieces.  The cost includes all clay, glazes and kiln firings as well as up to four hours per week of extra studio time.  Students are welcome to enroll in more than one session.  (Payment plans available.)

The Potter’s Wheel (session 2)

Instructor: Deb Leavitt

Ages: 17+

Dates: (8) Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 12 - November 4

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Cost: $190 members/$200 non-members

Students will learn or improve their pottery skills using the potter's wheel as a tool for creating functional and decorative pieces.  The cost includes all clay, glazes and kiln firings as well as up to four hours per week of extra studio time.  Students are welcome to enroll in more than one session.  (Payment plans available.)

Yoga (Hatha Yoga)

Instructor: Jeressa Stout

Ages: 17+

Dates: (30) Tues. and Thurs., September 7 - December 21  *no class Nov. 25

Time:  12:00 - 1:00 pm

Payment Option 1: $250 members/$280 non-members upfront

Payment Option 2: 10 session for $100/$110 (can be purchased multiple times)

Payment Option 3: monthly payments of $75/$82.50 (totaling $300/$330)

Yoga combines postures and breathing techniques used for exercise, stress management and relaxation.  Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat.

Did you know you can enroll in yoga mid-session?  You can!

The Carnegie Arts Center will prorate tuition for students

who join yoga after the class has started.