Callanwolde Fine Arts Center offers a wide variety of classes for adults and children in literary art, visual art and performing art. Classes are offered quarterly and typically meet for eight weeks or less.
Summer 2009 Class Catalog PDF Click Here
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Summer 2009 Registration begins May 18. Click Here for online registration.
Registration for Summer 2009 quarter will open May 18 and continues until the class begins. Click on the above link to register online, or scroll down for more information. The complete course catalog is available here to download in Adobe PDF format, or scroll down for a text version.
Summer 2009 Class Catalog Text Version
Follow these links for easy access to our class descriptions in text version online.
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: Summer 2009 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 the icon below.
Binders Art Supplies and Frames Store: Binders at Disco Kroger and Peachtree will give a 10% discount to those who bring in their supply lists and mention Callanwolde.
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Shop at Binders for your art supply needs and Callanwolde will receive 5% of your purchase donated back to help fund its programs.
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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Mailing List
To be placed on a mailing list for class publications, please call our Programs/Registration Office at (404) 872-5338.
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.
Cancellations
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment. Full refunds are issued for cancelled classes. We make every effort to notify students of postponements and cancellations at least 24 hours before the first scheduled class. Dates and times are subject to change as necessary. Callanwolde may elect to postpone a class in order to accept additional registrations to meet minimum enrollment requirements.
Refund Policy
To withdraw from a class:
• Students must notify the registration office by phone, mail, or in person; e-mails are not acceptable notification for withdrawal.
• Students must notify the registration office at least two business days before the first class meeting in order to receive a refund less a $20.00 withdrawal fee per class. No refunds or transfers will be made after that time.
• Refunds take 1-2 weeks to process.
Confirmation
Due to postage costs, students do not receive confirmation of registration. Unless you are otherwise notified by telephone, classes will start on the days, dates and times listed in this course catalog.
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, dance, jewelry, photography, storytelling, and Kindermusik programs. Age limits are determined by Callanwolde's instructors and the Programs Department. No exceptions will be made.
The complete Summer Camp 2009 Schedule is available in Adobe PDF format.
To download click on the "sun" image.
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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 Art Camp schedule above.
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 arts 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.
The Callanwolde Foundation, Inc., operating as The Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to function as a major arts and cultural center located in and maintained as a National Historic Place. All proceeds from class registration and cultural events go to the general operation of the arts center and for the development of future course offerings and cultural programming. All courses and events will take place at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center unless otherwise noted.
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 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. All scholarship funds for 2008-09 have been awarded.
Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet (3-6 years)
Introduces boys and girls ages 3-6 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.
Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet (4-6 years)
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $50 members / $55 non-members
4000 Wednesdays, June 10-July 1
5:00-5:45 p.m. 4 weeks
Creative Movement/Pre-Ballet (3-5 years)
Instructor: Kate Hinkel
Fee: $50 members / $55 non-members
4001 Tuesdays, July 7-July 28
4:00-4:45 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 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
4002 Wednesdays, June 10-July 1
4:00-4:45 p.m. 4 weeks
Mommy & Me Jazz (6-10 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 jazz while sharing a creative process.
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
Fee: $60 members / $65 non-members
4003 Wednesdays, June 10-July 1
6:00-6:45 p.m. 4 weeks
Summer Dance Intensive (7 years & up)
Fee: Pre-registration $240 members/$250 non-members
After May 16th: $290 members/$300 non-members
Instructors: Callanwolde Faculty & Guests
3795 Dance Intensive June 15 - 19
Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 5 days)
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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. Students
bring a sack lunch. Min. 15, max. 40.
Little Musicals (10-12 Years)
Fee: $145 members/$155 non-members
Instructor: Jerylann Warner
3796 Little Musicals June 29 - July 2
Monday through Thursday (meeting a total of 4 days)
10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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 Thursday at 1 p.m., to which family and
friends are invited. Musicals TBA. Min. 10, max. 20.
Summer Ballet Intensive
Royal Academy Grades II & Up
Fee: $175 members/$185 non-members
Instructor: Kelly Oakes Dent
3797 Grades VI & Up August 3 - 7
Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 5 days)
9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
3798 Grades II - V August 3 - 7
Monday through Friday (meeting a total of 5 days)
11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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 and other classical ballets.
Callanwolde Annual Children's Dance Recital
Costume/Facility Fee: $60
Additional Costume Fee: $35 (if participating in more than one class performance)
3832 Saturday, May 30, 2009 1 PM & 3 PM
St. Pius High School
2674 Johnson Rd NE, 30345
Dancers aged 4 & up are eligible to participate in the recital. The costume/facility fee must be paid IN FULL at time of Spring registration. Costumes must be ordered asap.
Parent & Me Art Camp (2-4 years)
Parent attends entire session.
Fee: $70 members /$80 non-members
Instructor: Jena Sibille
3770 Mon, Tues, Wed, June 22-24
9:00-10:15 a.m. 3 days
Wee Artists (4-5 years)
Fee: $135 members/$145 non-members/2 week session
3771 Wee Artists I June 9-18
3772 Wee Artists II July 7-16
3773 Wee Artists III July 21-30
Tues, Wed & Thurs
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 6 days
Kaleidoscope (6-10 years)
Fee: $245 members/$255 non-members/2 week session
3774 Kaleidoscope I June 9-18
3775 Kaleidoscope II July 7-16
3776 Kaleidoscope III July 21-30
Tues, Wed & Thurs
9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 6 days
Kaleidoscope Masters (8-12 years)
Fee: $245 members/$255 non-members/1 week session
3777 Masters I June 1-5
3778 Masters II June 22-26
Monday through Friday
9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 5 days
Summer Drama Camps
On Stage (5-10 years)
Fee: $155 members/$165 non-members/1 week session
3779 On Stage! I June 8-12
3780 On Stage! II June 22-26
3781 On Stage! III July 13-17
Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 5 days
On Stage Masters (8-12 years)
Fee: $270 members/$280 non-members/2 week session
3782 Monday through Friday July 20-31
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 10 days
Greek Myth–Storytelling Theatre-Style (7-12 years)
Fee: $155 members/$165 non-members
3794 Monday through Friday, August 3-7
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 5 days
Teen Workshops
Teen Art Workshop (13-16 years)
Fee: $155 members/$165 non-members
3790 Mon, Tues, Wed, June 29-July 1
9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 3 days
Teen Jewelry & Metalsmithing Camps (13 years & up)
Fee: $215 members/$225 non-members/1 week session
3791 Stone Setting & Stamping June 8-12
3792 Basic Ring & Bracelet August 3-7
Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 5 days
Teen Photography Workshop (13 years & up)
Fee: $200 members/$210 non-members
3793 Monday through Friday, June 29-July 3
9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 5 days
NEW - Write On! Creative Writing Workshop (10-1 4 years)
Young people who enjoy the power and excitement of writing will make new friends and soar to the next level.
The scribes will be inspired and encouraged to hone their skills in a bright writing room and throughout the
bucolic setting of Callanwolde. Students will receive
individual attention. Included: stream-of-consciousness writing, journaling, free verse poetry, personal
memories, making revisions and lots more. Learn to add strong color and detail to your writing and brush
up on skills that help you think like a writer. Look forward to writing quick scripts and to fun exercises involving
observation and story ingredients, from characters and setting to plot twists and mood/atmosphere. The week
ends with a performance of favorite works for family and friends. Min. 10, max. 15.
Instructor: Julie Bookman
Fee: $165 members / $175 non-members
4008 Monday-Friday, June 22-26
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 5 days
Children's Art & Writing
Drawing and Cartooning (8-12 years)
Students will have fun improving their drawing skills and creating their own cartoons. Initially focusing on realistic
drawing, the course will progress to where students will be able to enjoy drawing their favorite cartoons,
caricatures and creating their own characters. Focus is primarily on line and drawing, but use of color will
also be explored in later sessions. Supply list available online. Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Stephen Sweny
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4004 Mondays, June 1-July 20
4:00-5:30 p.m. 8 weeks
NEW! Elements of Drawing for Teens (13–17 years)
This is a class for teens who love to draw and for teens who would love to draw, or draw better! Come explore
the FUNdamental concepts, skills and techniques of observational drawing such as line, gesture, shape, volume, composition and sighting strategies while working with a variety of materials including graphite, charcoal, and ink. Focus will be placed on learning how to see with “artist eyes” and translating this way of seeing into the two-dimensional world of drawing. Supply list online. Min. 8, max. 12.
Instructor: Donalyn Brooks Catalano
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4005 Tuesdays, June 9 - July 14
4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 6 weeks
NEW! From Music to Mixed Media for Teens
Students will use their favorite song as a springboard for creating a mixed media painting; transform tempo
into texture, mood into color, and instrumentation into medium. An exploration of new mediums will enhance
their understanding of the possibilities that are inherent in the painting world. Some supplies included; supply
list online. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 5, max. 14.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $120
4006Saturday, July 11
11:30 a.m.-4:0 p.m. 1 day
NEW! Teen Portfolio Building for College
Designed for high school students that are interested in pursuing a career in an art related field. They will
create work that is specifically geared towards portfolio requirements and have guidance in preparing and
refining this portfolio. General visual concepts will be covered such as composition, color theory, and overall
design related to the medium or mediums of the student’s choice. Students will be expected to gather information
and work on projects outside of class as well as in class. They will leave with a digitized portfolio of their
best work and a letter of recommendation. Supply list online. Min. 4, max. 14.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4007 Wednesdays, June 10 - July 29
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. 8 weeks
NEW - Write On! Creative Writing Workshop (10-1 4 years)
Young people who enjoy the power and excitement of writing will make new friends and soar to the next level.
The scribes will be inspired and encouraged to hone their skills in a bright writing room and throughout the
bucolic setting of Callanwolde. Students will receive
individual attention. Included: stream-of-consciousness writing, journaling, free verse poetry, personal
memories, making revisions and lots more. Learn to add strong color and detail to your writing and brush
up on skills that help you think like a writer. Look forward to writing quick scripts and to fun exercises involving
observation and story ingredients, from characters and setting to plot twists and mood/atmosphere. The week
ends with a performance of favorite works for family and friends. Min. 10, max. 15.
Instructor: Julie Bookman
Fee: $165 members / $175 non-members
4008 Monday-Friday, June 22-26
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 5 days
NEW! Frog Went A-Dancing
18 months to 3-1/2 years; parent/caregiver attends entire session
Come create memories with your child! Join us for a single Kindermusik class, each accompanied by an adult caregiver. This fun lesson, designed around the theme of ribbiting frogs, includes all the great musical
components you have come to expect from us: singing, moving, playing instruments, listening and story time.
We have included a themed craft time to complete your fun musical morning. Home materials include
Froggy Book and CD. Min. 6, max.12.
Instructor: June Abbott
Fee: $20
4009 Saturday, June 13
9:30 -11:00 a.m. 1 day
4010 Saturday, July 18
9:30 -11:00 a.m. 1 day
Summer Kindermusik Camps
Summer Camp Registration Began February 9, 2009. Registrations will be accepted until all spaces are filled.
Please visit www.callanwolde.org for detailed information.
Family Time-Make Way For Music
Families with multiple children ages newborn to 7 years;
One adult family member must attend entire session.
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
Instructor: June Abbott
3783 Tuesdays, June 2-30
6:30-7:15 p.m. 5 weeks
Peek-A-Boo, I Love You
Newborns to 18 months; parent/caregiver attends entire session.
Fee: $90 members/$100 non-members
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3784 Tuesdays, July 7-August 4
9:00-9:40 a.m. 5 weeks
Creatures In My Backyard
18 months to 3 1/2 years; parent/caregiver attends entire session.
Fee: $140 members/$150 non-members/1 week session
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3785 Monday-Friday, June 1-5
Instructor: June Abbott
3786 Monday-Friday, July 27-31
10:00-11:30 a.m. 5 days
Creatures At The Ocean
18 months to 3 years; parent/caregiver attends entire session.
Fee: $105 members/$115 non-members/1 week session
Instructor: Lisa Nall
3787 Monday-Friday, July 20-24
10:00-11:00 a.m. 5 days
On The Road
3 ½ to 6 year olds; parent/caregiver attends last 15 min. of
class for sharing time at 12:15 p.m.
Fee: $200 members/$210 non-members/1week session
Instructor: June Abbott
3788 Monday-Friday, June 15-19
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 5 days
Giggles
4 to 6 year olds
Fee: $150 members/$160 non-members
Instructor: June Abbott
3789 Tuesday-Friday, July 7-10
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 4 days
Yoga for Kids
There will be no YogaKids for the current session.
Private Music Classes
Quarter Dates: Monday, June 1– Saturday, August 8
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 for teacher contact info.
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
Instructor: Carl Tiegreen, B.M. Berklee College of Music
Guitar: beginning and advanced for children ages 7 and up, teens, and adults.
Private Piano Lesson Fees:
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.
Private Voice Lessons Fees:
8 weeks/8 lessons
30 minutes: $215 members/$225 non-members
45 minutes: $315 members/$325 non-members
Instructor: Cynthia Watters, M.M. Indiana University
NEW - Private Woodwind Lessons Fees:
Saxophones, Clarinet, and Flute
8 weeks/8 lessons
30 minutes: $215 members/$225 non-members
45 minutes: $315 members/$325 non-members
Instructor: Norman Ficke, B.A. Georgia State University
How to Read and Write Music
Have you always wanted to understand how music is written? Do you compose music of your own, but have
no idea how to put it on paper? Do you sing in a choir but don’t understand the notes in front of you?
Learn all the basics in a class for beginners with little or no background in reading music. We’ll make you
musically literate in just 6 weeks. Pop music, hymns, classics and other genres will be explored. Textbook
TBA. Min. 6, max. 15.
Instructor: Mark Walsh, B.A. West Virginia University
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
4011 Mondays, June 8-July 13
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Adult Fitness & Exercise
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
4016 Tuesdays, June 2-August 4
8:00-9:00 a.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
4017 Mondays, June 1-August 3
7:30-8:30 p.m. 10 weeks
4018 Wednesdays, June 3-August 5
8:30-9:30 a.m. 10 weeks
4019 Thursdays, June 4-August 6
7:00-8:00 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
4020 Mondays, June 1-August 3
6:00-7:30 p.m. 10 weeks
4021 Thursdays, June 4-August 6
5:30-7:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Outdoor 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; open class for all levels. Please
bring a yoga mat.
Instructor: Kate Holland
Fee: $65 members / $75 non-members
4022 Tuesdays, June 2-June 30
6:00-7:30 p.m. 5 weeks
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
4023 Fridays, June 5-August 7
9:00-10:00 a.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. Suitable for beginners and repeating students. Min. 6.
Instructor: Ann Ritter
Fee: $75 members / $85 non-members
4024 Saturdays, July 11-August 15
8:30-9:45 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. Suitable for beginners
and repeating students.
Instructor: Ann Ritter
Fee: $75 members / $85 non-members
4025 Thursdays, July 9-August 13
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
4026 Mondays, June 1-August 3
7:00-8:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Continuing Level
4027 Mondays, June 1-August 3
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
4028 Wednesdays, June 3-August 5
6:00-7:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Beginning Level; no experience required
Instructor: Will Waggener
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
4029 Wednesdays, June 3-August 5
7:00-8:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Continuing Level
Instructor: Mark Warner
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
4030 Wednesdays, June 3-August 5
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.
Modern Dance: comfortable exercise clothes, bare feet.
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
4012 Tuesdays, June 2-August 4
7:45-9:00 p.m. 10 weeks
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: $95 members / $105 non-members
4013 Thursdays, June 11-July 23
6:00-7:15 p.m. 7 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
4014 Thursdays, June 4-August 6
7:00-7:50 p.m. 10 weeks
Continuing Ballroom Dancing
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! Includes 2 parties
to practice your dancing.
Pre-requisite: Beginning Ballroom Dancing at Callanwolde or permission of instructor.
Instructor: David Spencer
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members per person
4015 Thursdays, June 4-August 6
8:00-8:50 p.m. 10 weeks
Special Interest
Calligraphy: Italic Style
The student will learn a basic Italic hand using traditional calligraphy tools. Part of class time will be allocated to projects such as card making, poster making, envelope addressing, certificate design, and basic layout. Instructor will have tools and handouts available the first night of class for a fee of under $20.
Min. 8, max. 15.
Instructor: Carol Gray
Fee: $110 members / $120 non-members
4052 Wednesdays, June 10-July 15
2:00-4:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Chinese Brush Painting
Students will learn Chinese calligraphy and study the Four Gentlemen Flowers: Plum Blossom, Bamboo, Orchid, and Chrysanthemum. All levels welcome. Returning students will learn more advanced skills and study different flowers. Supplies are provided ($45 included in tuition.) Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Joe Hsu
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
4053 Mondays, July 13-August 10
7:00-9:30 p.m. 5 weeks
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. Some tools included in tuition; see supply list online. You can learn either
the Lead Techniques and build an Arts and crafts style panel; or the Copper Foil Technique which is a very
portable method used to create masterpieces from your imagination that can easily be packed away and great for working in small spaces. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
4054 Tuesdays, June 9-July 14
7:00-9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
4055 Thursdays, July 9-August 13
7:00-9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Stained Glass/Mosaic Open Studio
Whether you want to try your hand at making beautiful gifts, or bring in your current project for direction,
instruction or just encouragement, or are starting a project you want to do and need help measuring, designing, selecting glass, and/or special technique, the open daytime studio is the best! Beginners learn
from “step by step” instruction. Each student will set appointment for individual meeting with teacher at first class and work at your own pace. Some supplies included; see supply list online. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $140 members / $150 non-members
4056 Tuesdays, June 30-July 28
12:00-2:00 p.m. 5 weeks
Precious Metal Clay Intensive Weekend Workshop
Please register for this class by Thurs., July 9th. Learn about Precious Metal Clay, a putty-like mix of
silver powder, water and binder that makes it possible for almost anyone to make Fine Silver jewelry within
hours. PMC can be molded, textured, and layered with simple inexpensive tools to make pendants, earrings,
small sculpture, and more! The work is dried and fired in a kiln where the water and binder are driven off to
leave a unique object that is .999% 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. PMC+ will be provided. 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: $220
4057 Saturday & Sunday, July 18 - 19
9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 2 days
Precious Metal Clay: One Day
Techniques: Designing for a Successful Body of Work
Pre-Requisite: Previous course or experience necessary in PMC. Please register for this class by Mon., July 27. Want to develop a professional body of work? We will individualize your style based on your unique vision and render some simple drawings to help you create a group of pieces that works together visually when displayed. You will work through not only the designs of your pieces but also the technical structure of their fabrication. You
will leave with design ideas which work cohesively, templates for your PMC lump clay pieces, and a solid
idea of how to fabricate your Fine Silver jewelry, working out the steps and details. Supply list available online. Bring a sack lunch. Nan is a member of the PMC Guild. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Nan Albertson, Certified PMC Instructor
Fee: $90
4058 Saturday, August 1
9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 1 day
Precious Metal Clay: One-Day
Soldering Posts & EVEN More Techniques #2 incl. Flexible Clay & Making Tubes and Wire
Pre-Requisite: Previous course or experience necessary in PMC.
Please register for this class by Thurs., July 23. Want to learn even more essentials to help you keep moving forward in your Metal Clay efforts? In this one-day class you learn how to solder posts onto PMC fired
earrings. You will learn how to make oil paste, flexible clay sheets & wire and how to make extruded tubes and
tube maker. You will understand the best way to make Tear-Away Texture Sheets and learn how to make molds using various compounds. Aside from instruction, there may be time to work on your own. Bring your clay, tools
and work you wish to complete and/or need assistance with. Supply list available online. Bring a sack lunch.
Nan is a member of the PMC Guild. Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructor: Nan Albertson, Certified PMC Instructor
Fee: $120
4059 Sunday, August 2
9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 1 day
Surface Treatments for Copper Jewelry
Explore the use of patterns and patinas to enhance the visual interest of your copper jewelry designs. Experiment with hammers, stamps and the rolling mill to add pattern and depth to the surface of your
work. Play with adding color to your textured copper with homemade and commercial patinas. All supplies
included; students wishing to work in silver must supply their own. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry &
Metalsmithing. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructors: Kathryn Walker
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4060 Mondays, June 1- 22
6:30-9:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Contemporary Chain Making & Soldering Technique - NEW
Learn to make hammered-link chains and experience the wonderful fusing property of Argentium Sterling
Silver. Students will learn how to make, fuse and solder their own links to construct beautiful contemporary
chains. Soldering and torch control will concentrate on pick soldering, fusing, and creating heat sinks.
This workshop is technique oriented, however students will be encouraged to create their own designs and
shapes. All supplies provided. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Priscilla Fritsch
Fee: $170 members / $180 non-members
4061 Thursdays, June 4 - 25
6:30-9:30 p.m. 4 weeks
Experience Silver Jewelry Making - NEW
Have you ever wondered how beautiful silver jewelry is created? You might take a metalsmithing class, but you aren’t sure? For less than the cost of dinner and a movie, step into the art jewelry world and experience the magic of Metalsmithing. You’ll create a simple ring using the acetylene torch as well as tour the studio, meet the instructor, and watch demonstrations of silver jewelry making. Where else can you go in Atlanta to play with fire? Teens are welcome. All supplies are included. No prerequisite. Min. 5, max. 12.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $25
4062 Wednesday, June 3
7:00 -9:00 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 (cutting), shaping, soldering, texturing, finishing (polishing) 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, vessels and broaches. Teens are welcome. 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. Intermediate students have option to design a project with guidance from instructor. An Intermediate student 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 (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $80 members / $90 non-members
4063 Mondays, July 13-July 27
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 3 weeks
Fee: $145 members / $155 non-members
4064 Wednesdays, June 17-July 29 (no class July 1)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6 weeks
4065 Wednesdays, June 17-July 29 (no class July 1)
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Building a Ring
Learn jewelry making fundamentals in this intensive two-day workshop. Metal piercing, texturing, soldering and
finishing will be covered. By the end of the weekend you will have designed and fabricated a ring that is
uniquely you! Beg. to Int. skill levels welcome. If you plan to work in sterling silver, you must supply your own. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Aalia Mujtaba (www.metaalia.com)
Fee: $150
4066 Saturday & Sunday, July 11-12
9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 2 days
Hidden Trinket Locket with Hinges - NEW
Design and fabricate an intricately decorated locket with step-bystep guidance from
the instructor. The compartment of your locket will hold your secret treasured item; the locket door will
open on handmade hinges! Techniques learned in this workshop will apply to other Metalsmithing projects which include: designing, fabricating a box, creating and attaching hinges, making a bail, fabricating a ball clasp, stone setting, wire working, polishing and oxidizing. Teens are welcome. Return beginners and intermediate students may incorporate previously learned techniques to create an elaborate piece of art. Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper, brass and stones for class will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). Previous experience soldering is helpful, but not a prerequisite. Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $210 members / $220 non-members
4067 Fridays, July 10 - July 31
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 4 weeks
FundaMETALS Workshop: Basic Techniques in Jewelry Making and Metalsmithing - NEW
An introductory class for students who have never worked with metals. Students will create 2 pieces
of artwork utilizing a variety of Jewelry Making and Metalsmithing techniques such as: forming, dapping, stamping, sanding, soldering, disc cutting, creating earring hooks, etc. Though in-depth soldering techniques will not be covered because of time, students will learn the basics of using an acetylene torch. Teens are welcome. Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper, brass and stones for class will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). No prerequisite.
Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $80 members / $90 non-members
4068 Mondays, July 13 - July 27
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 3 weeks
Metal Etching - NEW
Metal Etching is a process that combines a protective resist and a liquid that will dissolve metal to create relief or texture. Learn the techniques of transferring and etching an image onto a brass or copper plate. The brass plate can then be used to create patterns on silver by use of a rolling mill. Students can bring their own black-and white images, clipart or designs. Instruction will also be given in chemical safety, metal preparation, and image manipulation. Images can be digital or paper copies. Students that want to use their own digital images are asked to bring them on a flash drive or CD. All supplies included; wear old clothes, bring an apron and rubber kitchen gloves. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructors: Priscilla Fritsch and Kathryn Walker
Fee: $150
4069 Saturday, June 6
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 1 day
Beading Basics - NEW
Discover the joy of making your own jewelry! String beads on flexible wire, add a clasp and crimp it all together to form a bracelet. This is the perfect class for a beginning beader. Materials provided include basic beads; other beads will be available for purchase.
Min. 4, max 8.
Instructors: Kathryn Walker and Priscilla Fritsch
Fee: $45
4070 Tuesday, June 16
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 1 day
Keum Boo - NEW
Please enroll by June 12th, as materials are special ordered.
Keum Boo (also spelled Kum Boo) is the ancient Korean technique of attaching 24-karat gold foil to another pure
metal such as fine silver. The gold is attached through a process called diffusion bonding and is accomplished
using a combination of heat and pressure. Low-tech and immediately gratifying, this class shows students
how to add another dimension to their pieces. This intensive one-day-workshop includes instruction in silver
depletion, gold foil manipulation, gold burnishing and forming the metal after gold is applied. Short supply list
online; most materials provided, including 24K Gold Foil and Argentium Silver. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Priscilla Fritsch
Fee: $180
4071 Saturday, June 20
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Etruscan Chain (Roman chain) - NEW
Learn fusing while making a set of dangle earrings. This method can also be used to create sturdy, intricate
chain, bracelets and additional pieces to incorporate into metal artwork or for hanging pendants. The
workshop offers practice in fusing, creating links and learning various Etruscan chain making styles. This is an
ancient method of creating chain and is found in almost every world culture’s artwork. Teens are welcome.
Bring all supplies for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online; copper, brass and
stones for class will cost approx. $60 (silver could cost more). No prerequisite. Min 5, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $65
4072 Saturday, July 18
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Introduction to Stone Setting
This workshop is for students that have never set stones before and want to spend a fun day making a pair of stone set earrings and getting their feet wet in Metalsmithing. Students will learn basic use of the acetylene torch, making jump rings and French hooks, creating and soldering decorative wire and stone setting. Teens are welcome. All supplies for the workshop are included and will be available in the studio.
No prerequisite. Min 5, max 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $75
4073 Saturday, July 25
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Wrapped Loop Links - NEW
Learn how to form wire-wrapped loops and dangles with wire and beads and connect them to create a
beaded chain bracelet and earrings (or get a head start on a necklace that you’ll finish at home). All supplies included; basic beads are provided. Some beads available for purchase. Min. 4, max 8.
Instructors: Priscilla Fritsch and Kathryn Walker
Fee: $55
4074 Tuesday, June 23
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 1 day
The Aura of Gold (Creating Cold Connections) - NEW
Color in metal increases the contrast and beauty of the artwork. Brass has the look of gold and liver of sulfur
can add a gold tone. But the melting point of silver is far from brass, making solder connections almost impossible. This class teaches how to use staples and rivets, one type of cold connection, to allow the
incorporation of brass with silver artwork as well as siver of sulfur to create a gold tint to the silver. Students
will also learn the differences in using brass vs. silver. Teens are welcome. Bring all supplies for project 1
to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online. No prerequisite. Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $65
4075 Saturday, August 1
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Resin Jewelry - NEW
Is the cost of precious metals and gems hurting the wallet? Learn to make dazzling jewelry using resin!
Resin is a liquid plastic that hardens within a few hours. While in its liquid state, materials such as found objects,
fabrics, even small flowers can be suspended within it! Resin can also be pigmented to the same luscious hues
as your favorite gems! Take this workshop and discover the endless possibilities that resin provides! Materials
provided in class; bring personal mementoes, fabric or buttons, any items you wish to suspend in resin and
then wear. Bring a sack lunch. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Aalia Mujtaba (www.metaalia.com)
Fee: $160
4076 Saturday & Sunday, August 8 - 9
9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Saturday
9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Sunday
Dazzling Dapped Dangling Discs - NEW
Learn to use several new tools in the jewelry studio including the rolling mill, the disc cutters and texturing
hammers while learning to create simple, quick jewelry such as pendants, earrings, buttons, the center of
bracelets, etc. Students will take home a simple pendant and a set of dangle earrings. This is a great workshop
for students who want to get their feet wet in metal jewelry making. Teens are welcome. Bring all supplies
for project 1 to the first class; supply list/list of suppliers available online. No prerequisite. Min. 5, max. 8.
Instructor: Cat Goolsby (www.JewelryAndMetalsmithing.com)
Fee: $65
4077 Saturday, August 15
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 1 day
Mosaic Studio
Create with tiles applied to almost any surface. First, make a small mosaic on a framed mirror, learning all
the steps from simplified cutting techniques, setting, and grout application. Then choose another project to put
your new skills to work. Some supplies are included; see supply list online. You may also bring your own
tools and mosaic materials. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Joan Goodyear
Fee: $165 members / $175 non-members
4078 Thursdays, July 2-July 30
12:00-3:00 p.m. 5 weeks
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
4079 Saturday, July 11
10:00 a.m.-Noon 1 day
The Mysterious Art of Perfume Making - NEW
Engage yourself in this intensive workshop about the power of scent from a historical and present day
standpoint. Topics will cover how the flowers, plants, and woods yield their essence to make perfume,
distillation, extraction and enfleurage methods, and an overview of the 14 families of fragrance. Use your nose to select the family that is best suited for you, and design a perfume that truly suits your personal chemistry. Everyone will be interviewed as to his or her fragrance history and lifestyle in order to create a one-of-
a-kind custom blend. Open to men & women 14 years & up. Bring a sack lunch. All supplies included.
Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Susan Sexton
Fee: $130
4080 Saturday, July 25
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 1 day
Landscape Design
Use your own yard to explore landscape design principles. Students develop practical garden plans 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. Min. 4, max. 15.
Instructor: Holly Brooks
Fee: $115 members / $125 non-members
4081 Tuesdays, June 9-July 14
Field Trip: Saturday morning, date TBD
7:00-8:30 p.m. 6 weeks
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 online.
Model’s fee included with tuition. Min. 8, max. 14.
Instructor: Cindy Zarrilli
Fee: $160 members / $170 non-members
4031 Thursdays, June 4-July 23
7:00-9:30 p.m. 8 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 online. Adults only. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
4032 Mondays, June 1-July 20
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 8 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. This is a great course for experimenting with a variety of mediums including acrylic paint, pastels, colored and watercolor pencils, and more. Supply list online. Ages 17 & up welcome. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $160 members/$170 non-members
4033 Tuesdays, June 2-July 21
4:00 - 6:00 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: $170 members/$180 non-members
4034 Wednesdays, June 3-July 22
7:00 - 9:15 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: $170 members/$180 non-members
4035 Thursdays, June 4-July 23
7:00 - 9:15 p.m. 8 weeks
Working Small With Watercolor
You will create a work of art using watercolor pencils and frame it so you will end with a beautiful piece to proudly
hang on your wall or to present as a special gift. We will work small and detailed incorporating textures for added interest. Discover your artistic potential and enjoy your finished and framed work of art. No experience necessary, just an urge to be creative. Supply list online.
Min. 5, max. 14.
Instructor: Denise Nogueiras
Fee: $125 members / $135 non-members
4036 Tuesdays, June 9-July 14
7:00-9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Photo Collage Your Dreams - NEW
We will use dream journaling and goal oriented exploration to uncover personalized symbolism and imagery for the purpose of creating dynamic mixed media photo collages. Concepts such as composition and color theory and xylene photo transfer methods will be covered to create visually compelling imagery of and from our dream worlds. Supply list online.
Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo
Fee: $180 members / $190 non-members
4037 Mondays, June 8-July 27
7:00-9:00 p.m. 8 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: $60 members / $70 non-members
4038 Fridays, July 10-August 14
7:00-9:30 p.m. 6 weeks
Life Drawing Class
This class offers students the opportunity to improve their drawing skills in a relaxed atmosphere working from a live model. Drawing in various styles will be encouraged, but optional. From quick warm-up sketches to longer, more leisurely poses, students will see progress in their draftsmanship. Instructor’s critique and guidance is available. Beginning and continuing level students are welcome. (Model’s fee included in tuition.)
Supply list online. Min. 10, max. 14.
Instructor: Stephen Sweny
Fee: $170 members / $180 non-member
4039 Wednesdays, June 3-July 22
7:00-9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Introduction to Drawing - NEW
Open to absolute beginners as well as those who wish to hone their drawing skills. Working with a variety of subject matter including still lives, organic objects, photographs, architectural spaces and the figure, you will develop the ability to “see like an artist” and then translate that visual experience onto a two-dimensional surface. Classwork will focus on core issues of observational drawing—gesture, contour, line, shape, volume, value, space and composition—using a variety of drawing materials, including graphite, charcoal and ink. An inviting, engaging and supportive environment encourages each student’s unique expression and intuitive explorations to pictorial problem solving. Supply list available online. (Model fee included in tuition.) Min. 8, max. 12.
Instructor: Donalyn Brooks Catalano
Fee: $170 members / $180 non-members
4040 Tuesdays, June 9 - July 28
7:00 - 9:00 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, skillbuilding
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 online. Min. 6, max. 14.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4041 Thursdays, June 4-July 2
1:15 -4:15 p.m. 5 weeks
4042 Thursdays, June 4-July 2
6:30-9:30 p.m. 5 weeks
Drawing Portraits: Beginners’ Black & White; Intermediate Colored Pencil - NEW
The human face is always an intriguing subject for artists. Collect/bring 6 full-page images of people’s heads from magazines or 8”x10” or larger portrait photographs. Include front view, side view, and ¾ view. Must be high resolution/sharp focus in b&w or color. We will examine key proportional relationships of the features and human head before drawing. For b&w, bring 14’x17’ drawing pad, small mirror and drawing materials; see Drawing Fundamentals supply list. For colored pencil, bring 14”x17” Bristol pad (smooth); see Beginners’ Colored Pencil Supply List. Prior drawing experience recommended. Min. 5, max. 12.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $130 members / $140 non-members
4043 Thursdays, July 9-August 6 (no class July 16)
1:15-4:15 p.m. 4 weeks
Pet Portraits & Favorite Animals
You’ll delight in this class as we focus on one or more of your most beloved family members: your pet…dog, cat, bird, etc. Subject may be wildlife or exotic animals, whatever excites you! Bring sharp focus images (B&W or color / 8” x 10” or larger) and drawing/painting materials: graphite pencils, pen & ink, charcoal pencils,
colored pencil, watercolor pencil, or pastel pencil on white or colored paper (14”x 17”). Min. 5, max. 12.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $130 members / $140 non-members
4044 Thursdays, July 9-August 6 (no class July 16)
6:30-9:30 p.m. 4 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: $150 members / $160 non-members
4045 Saturdays, June 6-July 11 (no class July 4)
2:00-4:00 p.m. 5 weeks
Daily Painting (Oils/Acrylics) - NEW
This is a quick studies oil/acrylic painting workshop. Students will learn to loosen up and complete a wonderful small painting in one sitting. This class will touch on basic painting techniques as well as color and composition. Previous experience recommended. (Please visit www.dailypainters.com for examples of daily paintings.) Supply list online. Min. 6, max. 11.
Instructor: Halima Washington (www.halimawashington.com)
Fee: $125
4046 Saturday, June 6
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. 1 day
Working Small With Watercolor Workshop - NEW
Using Watercolor Pencils & Pan Watercolors, this class is perfect for beginners or those looking for the advantage of an easily transportable, convenient medium. Easy to clean up and water-soluble, these mediums are stress free. Begin by sketching your composition, and then learn and use a variety of techniques and texturing mediums for use with small or large paintings. Leave with an understanding of the properties of the two mediums, a painting begun and on its way, and the creative urge to continue exploring. Bring a sack lunch and your favorite landscape photos. Supply list online. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Denise Noguieras
Fee: $90
4047 Saturday, June 13
10:00 am - 3:00 pm 1 day
Quick Sketch for Travel - NEW
The quick sketch is an advanced skill requiring experience and practice. The seasoned artist makes sketching quickly look easy because over time she/he has mastered the art of seeing clearly in order to capture the essence of a subject with economy and simplicity. The student will gain insight into this process through a series of exercises and skill-building activities drawing a variety of subject matter. Previous drawing
experience highly recommended. Bring a 14” x 17” spiral-bound drawing pad, a houseplant, 2 to 3 full-page
landscape scenes from books or magazines, 5 to 7 objects for tabletop still-life and a sack lunch. Drawing materials provided. Min. 5, max. 12.
Instructor: Carol Sutherland
Fee: $90
4048 Saturday, June 27
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 1 day
Impasto Painting Techniques (Oil/Acrylics) - NEW
Learn how to create vivid textured paintings with a brush or palette knife. This workshop encourages artistic freedom, explores open composition, movement, textured paint application, and vibrant color. Previous experience recommended. (Please visit www.halimawashington.com for an example of impasto painting.) Supply list online. Min. 6, max. 11.
Instructor: Halima Washington (www.halimawashington.com)
Fee: $125
4049 Saturday, June 20
10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 1 day
From Music to Mixed Media for Teens - NEW
Students will use their favorite song as a springboard for creating a mixed media painting; transform tempo into texture, mood into color, and instrumentation into medium. An exploration of new mediums will enhance their understanding of the possibilities that are inherent in the painting world. Some supplies will be included; supply list online. Min. 5, max. 14.
Instructor: Elizabeth D’Angelo (www.elizabethdangelo.com)
Fee: $120
4006 Saturday, July 11
11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 1 day
Painting with Style: Acrylic Painting Workshop - NEW
This non-traditional Saturday class is for all levels of experience. Students will learn techniques and experimental uses of the acrylic medium. Special attention is given to the development of individual painting style. Supply list online. Adults only.
Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $50 members / $60 non-members
4050 Saturday, August 1
10:30 am - 2:30 pm 1 day
Imaginative Painting: Painting from the Inside Out Workshop - NEW
The techniques taught in this workshop 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. This is a great course for experimenting with a variety of mediums.
Supply list online. Min. 6, max. 10.
Instructor: Sarah Hatch
Fee: $50 members / $60 non-members
4051 Saturday, August 15
10:30 am - 2:30 pm 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).
DAYTIME: 9:30 a.m. - Noon
Mondays, June 1-July 20
4085 Handbuilding Scott LaFlex
Tuesdays, June 2-July 21
4086 Pottery on the Wheel Kaye Thomas
Wednesdays, June 3-July 22
4087 Intermediate Handbuilding Glenn Dair
Thursdays, June 4-July 23
4088 Intermediate Pottery Glenn Dair
Fridays, June 5-July 24
4089 Independent Study Glenn Dair
EVENING: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Mondays, June 1-July 20
4090 Handbuilding Barry Gregg
4091 Intermediate Pottery (Soda Firing) Mark Knott
Tuesdays, June 2-July 21
4092 Intermediate Handbuilding Sandy Culp
4093 Pottery on the Wheel Mary Cobb
Wednesdays, June 3-July 22
4094 Handbuilding Laurie Steele
4095 Pottery on The Wheel Lora Rust
Thursdays, June 4-July 23
4096 Handbuilding Katy McDougal
4097 Intermediate Pottery (Raku) Rick Berman
POTTERY FEES & SUPPLIES
Unless otherwise noted, fees are:
$185 members/$200 non-members
The tuition includes a $40 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 18.
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 18.
ALL ADULT POTTERY CLASSES ARE 8 WEEKS;
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT PER CLASS IS 12 STUDENTS
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. Continuing students can improve darkroom skills and may participate in toning
seminars to add mood to their prints and create fine art pieces. 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. Students flow freely from classroom to darkroom. 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 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: David Damon
4082 Thursdays, June 11-August 6 (no class July 2)
6:30-9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Beginners’ Fee: $210 members/$225 non-members
Intermediates’ Fee: $185 members/$200 non-members
Instructor: Joe Cillo
4083 Wednesdays, June 10-August 5 (no class July 15)
6:30-9:00 p.m. 8 weeks
Beginning Photoshop
This course is designed to introduce the beginning digital photographer to Adobe Photoshop. We will briefly cover fundamental camera techniques and discuss basic composition but mainly this will be a beginning Photoshop class. 16 bit editing, different file formats, layers, layer masks, adjustment layers and how to correctly size a photo will be covered, as well as sharpening, color correction and color management. Min. 8, max. 10.
Supplies and Equipment: Students must have a digital camera and a laptop with Adobe Photoshop 7-CS3 loaded prior to the first class. Students may partner up with a friend but no more than two students per laptop.
Instructor: Steve Schaefer
Fee: $150 members / $160 non-members
4084 Tuesdays, June 2-July 7
6:30-9:00 p.m. 6 weeks
Improv Acting
Created for those who love to create, this class will introduce improvisational games designed to quicken your thinking ability and sharpen your listening and focusing skills. For people and actors of any performing experience level-beginner to expert-these theatre exercises will enhance your performance in work, play and everyday life. Graduation show will be presented on July 27th. Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Perry Rintye
Fee: $110 members/$120 non-members
4098 Mondays, June 15-July 27
7:30-9:30 p.m. 7 weeks
Writing Classes
Fiction I
For beginning to 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
4099 Thursdays, June 11-July 16
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
4100 Tuesdays, June 9-August 11
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
4101 Thursdays, June 11-August 13
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
4102 Wednesdays, June 10-July 29
7:30 - 9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Memoir Seminar II
A course for writers who have completed Memoir I at Callanwolde. Outside speakers and oral reports. 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
4103 Tuesdays, June 9-July 28
7:30-9:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Textiles
Felt-making for Beginners - NEW
Creating wet - felt fabric is the physical process of binding loose fibers, usually wool, with water and an alkaline solution such as soap, by rubbing and rolling with the hands. And while anyone can make felt - it’s a wonderful craft for all ages - producing something extraordinary is reserved for those who have a passion for textiles and spend countless hours experimenting with a variety of fibers and manipulation techniques, ultimately elevating the craft to an art form. Bring a sack lunch. All supplies included. Min. 4, max. 8.
Instructor: Swati Siotia
Fee: $120
4104 Saturday, July 18
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 1 day
Beginning/Intermediate Floor Loom Weaving
Please Note: Due to the popularity of this course, registrations are accepted immediately upon receipt of your catalog. Open registration date does not apply. 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 or may participate in the intermediate seminar on Differential Shrinkage.
Intermediate students must purchase their own supplies.
Min. 6, max. 8.
Instructors: Kay Guilmet & Ann Doherty
Beginners’ Fee (includes supplies):
$165 members/$180 non-members
Intermediates’ Fee (without supplies):
$145 members/$160 non-members
4105 Tuesdays, June 2-August 4
6:30-9:00 p.m. 10 weeks
Beginning Batik - NEW
Designed for beginners, this class will focus on two methods of making batiks. The first will be a traditional layering process using wax and dip-dyes. The second method will use resist to drop in areas of color and then begin to layer other colors with dip-dyes. Each student will be able to make a couple small projects and have the chance to make a larger piece. Supplies included in tuition; bring notebook and pencil to class.
Min. 6, max. 12.
Instructor: Emily Ayers
Fee: $180 members/$190 non-members
4106 Fridays, June 12-August 7 (no class June 26)
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 8 weeks
Beginning Knitting
In this introductory course, you will learn how to cast on, how to perform the knit and purl stitch, and how to increase, decrease and bind off. Please come to the first class with two balls of worsted weight wool yarn in light contrasting colors, and THREE sets of needles: 1 set of 16” circular needles (size 7), one set of straight needles (size 7), and one set of double pointed needles (size 7). Min. 4, max. 10.
Instructor: Debra Davis
Fee: $90 members/$100 non-members
4107 Mondays & Wednesdays, June 8 - 17
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 2 weeks
Knitting Beyond Scarves - NEW
After learning to knit, you will want to increase your knowledge of knitting techniques. In this class you will learn the techniques of cables, lace, and how to do two-color Fair Isle knitting. You will learn the skills of reading patterns and charts, how to change colors, and how to perform different cast-ons and bind-offs.
A variety of patterns will be offered and students can choose among them to practice the above techniques.
Requirements: Students should know how to knit and purl. Bring 2 contrasting colors of worsted weight wool, at least 3 oz of each; 16” circular needles (size 7), straight needles (size 7) and double pointed needles (size 7). Other supplies will be suggested in class. Min. 4, max. 15.
Instructor: Debra Davis
Fee: $90 members / $100 non-members
4108 Mondays & Wednesdays, July 13 - 22
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 2 weeks
Knitting Projects
Geared to the interests of the individual. Learn a new technique or get help with a particular project, receiving
assistance with interpreting patterns. Bring your project and supplies to the first class and get help with an
existing project that has you stumped, or try something new. Possible subjects are intarsia, color stranding, cables, or projects such as socks, mittens, or sweaters. Advanced beginners or above. Min. 4, max. 14.
Instructor: Debra Davis
Fee: $90 members / $100 non-members
4109 Mondays & Wednesdays, July 27 - August 5
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 2 weeks
Knit Yourself Some Jewelry - NEW
Looking for an easy fun project for the summer? How about a head start on holiday gifts? Try your hand at
knitting wire to make stunning jewelry in a short period of time. Materials will be provided to create earrings
for pierced ears or a pendant using fine gauge wire and either tumbled gemstone chips, beads or pearls.
Please bring several small sizes of metal, wood or bamboo knitting needles size 0 to 6, and any beads or old jewelry you’d like to recycle. Bring a sack lunch.
Min. 4, max.14.
Instructor: Debra Davis
Fee: $65
4110 Saturday, June 13
10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 1 day