SESSION2 2019 - MID-MARCH : MAY - Buchanan Art Center
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SESSION2
2019
Instructor Profile
Olga Orlovska-Soaltys
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Drawing from the
Model
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MID-MARCH : MAY
CLASSES • WORKSHOPS • EVENTS • EXHIBITS
117 W. Front Street, Buchanan, MI 49107 / 269-697-4005
buchananartcenter@gmail.com / www.BuchananArtCenter.com
facebook / instagram / twitter / #buckart
The mission of the Buchanan Art Center is to provide a place in our community
dedicated to nurturing the arts by providing a quality educational program for all
ages as well as gallery exhibits, sales opportunities, and a gift shop supportive
of class offerings and local artists, thereby enabling the art center to creatively
enlist the power of the arts in promoting positive social change.
Reception In the ga
Sunday March 3rd 2-4pm lleries
Steve Roll Reception
Sunday April 7th 2-4pm
Mr. Haney’s World
Assemblage Patty Vollmer
& 3D Mixed Media Vibrant & Intense Watercolor Flowers
Roti Roti Gallery Showplace Gallery Feb 20th - Mar 23rd, 2019
Feb 20th, 2019 -
Mar 30th, 2019
Mel Shapcott
Unveiling Watercolors & Mixed Media
Graphic Design Hess Library Gallery April 3rd - May 11th, 2019
Karen Nemes
Hess Library
Reception
Feb 20th, 2019 - Sunday April 14th 2-4pm
Mar 5th, 2019
Tri-County High School & Middle
Kandy Grady School Exhibit
All Media
Simply Faith Showplace Gallery March 27th - April 19th, 2019
Mixed Media
Showplace Gallery Buchanan Elementary School Exhibit
Feb 20th, 2019 - Showplace Gallery May 10th - May 19th, 2019 - no reception
Mar 23rd, 2019
Reception
Reception Sunday June 2nd 2-4pm
Sunday March 17th 2-4pm
Mike Slaski
Berrien Springs Sculptures
Homeschool Roti Roti Gallery May 20th - June 30th, 2019
Hess Library
Mar 7th, 2019 -
Ruth Andrews
Mixed / Multiple Media
Mar 28th, 2019
Showplace Gallery May 20th - June 30th, 2019
Events Annual chili Walk
Thurs, March 21st 4:30-7:00pm
Stroll through downtown Buchanan tasting
various Chili recipes & vote for your favorites.
I’m Lucky because....... The BAC will be one of the host locations!
Stop in the Buchanan Art Center any time during $2 / tasting spoon and map
open hours in the month of March and add to our Start & end at Lehmans
“I’m Lucky Because...” Project. Pre-cut shamrocks
will be provided for you to share why you are A donation of the proceeds will be made to the
lucky. This open-ended community project is Buchanan High School Choir.
designed to create conversations and recognize
the good things in our community. Can’t make it
to the center? Add your own shamrock on social
media with #buckarts and #imluckybecause. Raku Walkthrough
Saturday, May 25th
10:00am - 5:00pm
Membership Meeting
Sunday, April 7th 1pm DROP-IN EVENT
No registration required
All Buchanan Art Center members are hereby Facilitated by: BAC Raku Crew
requested to attend the Buchanan Art Center Pre-made pieces are available for purchase
annual membership meeting held at the art $10-$25
center prior to the gallery reception. The Experience the dynamic coming together of
agenda includes introduction and voting clay, fire, smoke, and water.
on new board members, a recap of the Choose a piece of bisque-fired pottery
previous year, and discussion of goals ahead. made by one of our resident potters.
Please RSVP by calling 269-697-4005 or by Once you glaze your chosen piece,
emailing buchananartcenter@gmail.com with the Raku Crew will prepare it for firing
Membership Meeting in the subject. where you can watch the glazes melt and the
colors change right before your eyes.
All glazing must be done one hour before firing to
allow for drying. Last glazing 3:00PM.
Footwear is required.
In conjunction with Buchanan Unsanctioned.
Empty Bowls
Supper
Friday, April 26th 4:30-7:00pm
The 24th Annual Buchanan Empty Bowls Soup
Supper will be held at Buchanan High School.
All proceeds are donated to Redbud Area
Ministries Food Pantry in Buchanan, MI.
Adults $5 Kids $3
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ses FA Q
Clas
What if the weather is awful?
If Buchanan area schools close for weather or road
HOW OFTEN ARE CLASSES OFFERED? conditions the BAC will close as well. We will announce any
There are four sessions of classes each year. The line-up is such closures on our facebook page as well as calling
different each session so let us know if you are looking for a students registered for any class that day.
particular class! Session One runs January to mid-March, It is important to include the best phone number to contact
Session Two Mid-March to May, Session Three June to you on your registration forms. Putting our phone number in
August, and Session Four September to December. your contacts list is a help as well. 269-697-4005.
Schedules are released during the month prior. It is a good idea to call ahead and we ask that you use your
Pop up events may be added throughout the year. judgement when deciding to come to class in bad weather.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
You may register for classes in person or over the phone. What is your cancellation policy?
Mailing registrations is highly discouraged as the class may Sometimes, we must cancel a class due to instructor illness,
be filled by the time it gets to us. Payment must be made to weather or other emergency. Every effort will be made to
secure registration. reschedule, however, if that is not feasible the registration fee
may be applied to another class in that Session. Generally,
refunds are not available on class registrations except in cases
of emergency. In some cases the registration fee may be applied
DO YOU ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS? to a different class. Classes in the pottery studio and taught by
Yes! We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards.
guest instructors may be canceled due to low enrollment.
Gift cards and e-gift certificates are available.
Classes by guest instructors will be clearly labeled as such.
DO I HAVE TO FILL OUT A
REGISTRATION FORM EACH TIME? WHAT’S WITH THE NEW CLASS
Yes. A form is currently required for each registration. DESCRIPTION FORMAT?
Not only do these forms help us contact you in case of We have updated the way we display class dates and
emergency, they also help us know what classes are times, suggested age and fees. Especially with
popular and who our students are. They also contain children, skills do not always line up with a specific
liability and photo release information. age so we have included any skills that will be neces-
sary for a student to be successful in class, such as
writing, scissor or cutting skills for example.
CAN I OBSERVE A CLASS?
While it doesn’t happen often, occasionally observing a
class is possible with prior permission of the instructor.
Please talk to our director if you would like to observe.
Guardians are welcome to stay at the art center during Suggested age Registration cost for
Day class is held range Member/ Nonmember
their childrens’ class, however, we kindly ask they avoid
distracting students during instruction. The green chairs
throughout the building are awfully comfortable, the library
provides great work space, and did I mention we have wifi? Wednesday 5-12 yrs $25/30
Some classes build in opportunities for parents to see in
progress projects or include guardian involvement.
Nov 1st, 5th 2:00pm-4:00pm
DOES THE BAC OFFER OPEN STUDIO? Class dates
Anyone in the community is welcome to the BAC during open Class times
hours to browse our art library, sketch or paint in our sculpture
garden, galleries, or classroom (if not in use by a class or BAC
project - please check with the desk.) Mediums that require
equipment or extensive setup are not allowed at this time.
Students may not work in the pottery studio without
an instructor or facilitator present.
Meet our instructors
Session Two 2019
Darlene Clevenger Sue Coultas Jen Munoz Lisa Kiselevich Nana Maher Nani Murphy
Marie Remington Olga Orlavska-Soaltys Cathy Tapia Sandy Williams
Profile: Olga Orlovska-Soaltys
Olga Orlovska-Soaltys is a Ukrainian artist living
in Saint Joseph, MI. She earned her Masters of
Art degree at Lviv National Academy of Art in
the Ukraine and majored in Textile Design and
Decoration. Olga has been teaching art classes
at the Buchanan Art Center since 2014. She has
taught a variety of classes including Silk painting,
Ukrainian Easter Eggs (Pysanka), Reverse
painting on glass, Paper cutting (Vytynanka),
Shibori and folk brush stroke (Petrykivka).
Olga has also worked as an art instructor at
the University of Wisconsin - Marinette in the
Continuing Education Department where she
taught adults and at the Kids Art Camp and
Gifted and Talented Academy. Olga works in
many mediums: reverse painting on glass, pen
and ink, silk painting, and more. Olga is an award
winning artist at state and regional exhibitions
and is a member of Northern Indiana Artists Inc..
Cla sses
Youth Claymates
Instructed by Cathy Tapia, M. Ed.
Target towards school aged children
Registration required 2 days prior to class
All supplies included
Maximum 10 students
Mommy & Me Skills Needed: General motor skills for working with clay
and glazes, hand/ eye coordination for wheel throwing.
Instructed by Jen Munoz, BA
Targeted towards infants, This class introduces young people to the basics of working
toddlers , and their guardians with clay. We will pinch, coil, and slab hand-build projects
Registration required 2 days prior that encourage creativity. Students will get a chance to try
Please call ahead for drop-in availability the potter’s wheel and learn how to decorate and glaze
All supplies Included their pottery. Experienced students can pursue their own
Maximum 12 pairs each session projects under the guidance of the instructor. Students will
Skills Needed: Adults should be able to sit on the floor and be notified when their work has been fired and is ready for
be able to get back up. Children should be able to sit, pickup.
either unassisted or assisted
Saturdays 7-14 yrs $57/76
Children and their adults will create art work together April 13, 20, 27
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
through play. All five senses will be used to familiarize May 4, 11, 18
children with different art materials. This class focuses on
experience and process over completion of a piece.
Guardians can be anyone the child is comfortable
enough with to explore.
Fridays 6m-3yrs $10/ session
$60/70 for 8 wks
March 29
April 12, 26 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Youth Drawing Camp
Guest Instructed by Kimberly DeNolf
Targeted towards secondary school & freshman high
school aged children
Registration required by March 29th, 2019
Most supplies included. Students should bring a sketch/
Felt Fun: Flowers
Instructed by Jen Munoz, BA
drawing book no smaller than 9x12
Targeted toward ages 5 and up and their Mother’s
Bring a sack lunch
Registration 2 days prior. Late registrations may be
Maximum 8 students
available - Please call ahead
Skills Needed: Fine motor skills and observational skills
All supplies included
Maximum 8 participants
Sharpen your pencil skills in this week long camp working
Skills Needed: Tracing and scissor skills
with value, perspective, line, texture, and shape. Emphasis
will be on the drawing process (seeing vs. looking) through
Create memories with Mom this Mother’s Day weekend.
a range of subject matters including still life, landscape,
This installment of felt fun features flowers! Make your
and figures. On the last day of the workshop, students will
choice of a bouquet of flowers or a flower crown with leaf
finish up drawings and will prepare their work for a small
garland. (Optional: come with Dad, Aunt, or Uncle to make
exhibit where parents and guardians are highly encouraged
the bouquet as a surprise for Mom!)
to attend to celebrate the students accomplishments.
Saturday 5+ yrs $15/13
Spring Break Week 10-15 yrs $108/120
Additional child $5
April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
May 11 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Teens
ul ts /
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Make & Mingle
Facilitated by Darlene Clevenger & Nana Maher
Registration required 2 days prior
All materials provided
Maximum 12 students
Stop “pinning” and start making. This group meets month-
ly, generally on the first Tuesday of the month. Alternate
Tuesdays may be scheduled due to civic or federal holi-
days. Projects and mediums are decided by group input.
Members are highly encouraged to share skills they have Drawing from the Model
or mediums they would like to learn, having the group learn Facilitated by Sue Coultas and Shirley Roti Roti
something entirely new together! Due to increased inter- Drop-in
est restigration is now required. Materials are provided for Open to anyone who is serious about
basic projects but guests are encouraged to bring addition-
improving his or her observation and
al materials as appropriate. See the BAC facebook Make &
Mingle event page for the latest updates on projects. technical skills. Spend a quiet evening
working with other who share your
Tuesday 16+ yrs Free - Donations Welcome interest in art in a friendly, non-
judgemental atmosphere. Clothed models
March 5
of a variety of ages and body types will
April 2 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
be provided for quick studies and
May 7
prolonged poses. Participants should
bring their own materials of choice, and
a drawing board or portable easel if desired.
Wednesdays 16+ yrs $5/ Session
March 13, 20, 27
April 3, 10, 17, 24 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Collage of Your House
Instructed by Sandy Williams, BA
Registration required 3 days prior
Beginning Soapmaking Some materials required. See description for more info.
GUEST INSTRUCTOR: Kiss My Grass Soapery Maximum 6 students
Registration required 2 days prior
All materials provided. See desc for safety gear. During the first two weeks we’ll be using a photograph of
Maximum 15 students. Minimum 6 students. the students house to create a paper collage. Other embel-
lishments of the students choice may be used to person-
This is a make and take class that includes: a soap mold, alize the collage. The remaining four weeks will be open
10 bars of soap, a soap recipe, and class instruction (value studio where the students may continue to work with their
is over $70 for product alone). You choose your scent and paper collage or choose an in class project using media
color. $65 each person, sorry no class sharing. Must be at
we’ve explored in previous classes. Bring collage materials,
least 16 yrs old. Class is limited to the first 15 pre paid regis-
tered guests, no walk-ins as we need an exact head count backing board (mat board or foam core), xacto knife, scis-
for supplies. Please wear comfortable closed toe shoes and sors, Elmers Xtreme glue stick, cutting mat, reference photo
long sleeve old shirt, an apron, and protective eye wear. of your house, and any additional embellishments desired.
BAC cannot process registration for this class - you must
register by visiting https://www.paypal.me/KissMyGrass- Fridays 18+ yrs $67/75
Soapery March 29,
April 5, 12, 26 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday 16+ yrs $65
May 3, 10
March 10 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Paper Marbling (Variety)
Instructed by Jen Muoz, BA
Registration required 2 days prior
All supplies included
Maximum 12 students
Decorate paper using a variety of marbling techniques
from carrageenan to oil/water, shibori, and more. Marbling
is a method of adding color and pattern to paper and the
results are great to use as handmade cards, book covers,
end pages, collage, or any number of applications. This is a
great workshop to take with some friends! Aprons or work-
shirts are recommended.
Saturday 16+ yrs $36/40
Pysanka: April 13 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ukrainian Easter Eggs
Instructed by Olga Orlovska-Soaltys
Registration required 2 days prior
All materials provided
Maximum 8 students
Explore how to create beautiful Easter eggs (Pysanka).
Subversive Cross Stitch
Instructed by Jen Munoz, BA
Make 1-3 of your own eggs using traditional and safe Registration required 2 days prior
techniques with beeswax, stylus, dyes, and candles. Learn Most supplies provided for in class. See description for
about symbols and designs of Easter eggs and other Easter more info.
traditions from Ukraine. Eggs will be blown and varnished Maximum 6 students
and available for pickup one week after class.
Saturday 16+ yrs $32/25 This ain’t your Grandma’s Cross Stitch honey. Express your
April 6 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM dark sense of humor or love of all things “improper”. Stu-
dents should expect colorful language or unusual subjects.
Bring a quote or brainstorm with the group for ideas. If you
feel you will need more time than class allows to finish a
cross stitch piece you may want to consider purchasing
your own embroidery hoop, needles, and floss.
Thursday 16+ yrs $18/22
Intro Digital Photography April 25 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Instructed by Lisa Kiselevich
Registration required 2 days prior
See description for supply info
Maximum 8 students
Learn how composition, light, color, and contrast combine
to create an image. Delve into technical aspects of expo-
sure, focus, ISO, file size, and image quality. Students will
need to bring their digital cameras, (cell phones are okay
but instructor will not be able to help with settings) charged
batteries, available memory, and should plan to print be-
tween 5-10 of their photos for in class critique. This class is
a mix of classroom learning and active photo walks during
the second half of each session or as scheduled otherwise
by class consensus. Access to a computer to view or edit
images is desirable but not required for this class.
Sundays 16+ yrs $65/72
April 14, 28
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
May 5, 12
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Motanka: Rag Doll
Instructed by Olga Orlovska-Soaltys
Registration required 1 day prior
See description for supply info
Maximum 8 students
The first rag doll was made more than
five thousand years ago. Such dolls
can be found around the world.
Motanka (rag doll) are made from
scraps of cloth, colored thread, and
could be stuffed with grass or aromatic
herbs. Not a simple toy, it was believed
that the doll could protect you from Beginning Soapmaking
trouble and evil. Create your own GUEST INSTRUCTOR: Kiss My Grass Soapery
Registration required 2 days prior
motanka with materials provided by
All materials provided. See desc for safety gear.
the instructor or bring your own scrap
Maximum 15 students. Minimum 6 students.
fabric, yarn, beads, etc. Those 12 and
under may participate with a guardian This is a make and take class that includes: a soap mold,
who would be able to give them extra help. 10 bars of soap, a soap recipe, and class instruction (value
is over $70 for product alone). You choose your scent and
Saturday 13+ yrs $26/29 color. $65 each person, sorry no class sharing. Must be at
May 11 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM least 16 yrs old. Class is limited to the first 15 pre paid regis-
tered guests, no walk-ins as we need an exact head count
for supplies. Please wear comfortable closed toe shoes and
long sleeve old shirt, an apron, and protective eye wear.
BAC cannot process registration for this class - you must
register by visiting https://www.paypal.me/KissMyGrass-
Soapery
Saturday 16+ yrs $65
May 13 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Call to Action
English Paper Piecing
Instructed by Jen Munoz, BA Volunteers needed!
Registration required 2 days prior The Buchanan Art Center is seeking volunteers
Some supplies included. See description for more info. Reception: Greet and interact with visitors / process
Maximum 6 students purchases / register students for classes
Shifts are generally 4 hours and available weekly or
English paper piecing is the ultimate travel sewing proj- monthly
ect. It can be worked on anywhere and it’s easier than you Special Events: Event set up/ teardown/ cleanup
think! Use cardboard and paper to guide your work with
Interacting with guests and leading them in activities
fabric and thread. Students should pick out 1-2 “fat
quarters” of quilting fabric, some #10 embroidery needles, Planning and executing events for fundraising, members,
and the community at large
thimble type of your choice, and 50-60 wt embroidery/
quilting thread in white or a coordinating color to your Volunteer Coordinator: Schedule volunteer shifts
fabric. Some fabric and thread will be available in class for Assist in recruiting and retaining volunteers
practice and initial basting. Once cut down, fabric colors Working with BAC on volunteer appreciation events
and patterns can be swapped between students to add If interested contact: 269-697-4005 / 117 W. Front St.
variety with less cost. It is entirely possible to use fabric, Buchanan, MI 49107 / buchananartcenter@gmail.com
needles, and thread you already have! Pre-washing fabric is
not necessary.
Thursday 16+ yrs $20/22
May 23 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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TUESDAY POTTERY
pottery FAQ -
What if I have my own clay? Instructed by Marie Remington, MFA & Nana Maher, BFA
Registration required 2 days prior
Sorry, no outside clay is allowed. Clay must be
purchased through BAC and is $25 for 25lbs. See Clay FAQ for materials information
Maximum 8 students
Can I use the Studio outside of class?
Enrollment in a clay class at BAC comes with extra supervised
Designed for both hand building and pottery wheel stu-
studio time. Students are not allowed to work in the studio
dents of all levels and experience, students will learn imag-
unsupervised, but may pop in to check on work.
inative hand building techniques and how to throw on the
Are tools provided? wheel or challenge your existing skills. Work may be func-
A basic pottery kit can be purchased from the BAC at $15. tional or decorative. We will explore the unique properties
of clay, aesthetics of form, handles, lids, spouts, decorating
techniques, glaze application, and loading/ firing of kilns.
Enrollment in this class includes 24 hours of supervised
extra clay studio time. Vouchers and schedules will be
handed out in class.
Tuesdays 16+ yrs $150/200
March 19, 26
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
May 7
Potter’s Empty Bowls
Workshop
Facilitated by BAC Clay Studio
Registration required 1 day prior
All supplies included
Maximum 12 participants
Independent potters are invite to create bowls to be
donated for the Annual Empty Bowls Project. All materials
and firing included in this two date workshop. Bowls will
be made the first date and glazed the second. See
Empty Bowls flyer & official listings for more information
on the project.
Saturdays 14+ yrs No cost
March 23
April 6
10:00AM - 4:00 PM THURSDAY POTTERY
Instructed by Marie Remington, MFA & Nana Maher, BFA
Registration required 2 days prior
Advanced Pottery See Clay FAQ for materials information
Maximum 8 students
Instructed by Cathy Tapia, M. Ed
Registration required 2 days prior Designed for both hand building and pottery wheel stu-
Maximum 8 students dents of all levels and experience, students will learn imag-
Permission of instructor needed to enroll inative hand building techniques and how to throw on the
wheel or challenge your existing skills. Work may be func-
For advanced clay students who want to work on their tional or decorative. We will explore the unique properties
own projects with minimal instruction. Some advanced of clay, aesthetics of form, handles, lids, spouts, decorating
techniques will be modeled by instructor. Students will techniques, glaze application, and loading/ firing of kilns.
peer critique to improve their work. Enrollment in this Enrollment in this class includes 24 hours of supervised
class includes 24 hours of supervised extra clay studio extra clay studio time. Vouchers and schedules will be
time. Vouchers and schedules will be handed out during handed out in class.
class.
Thursdays 16+ yrs $150/200
Mondays 16+ yrs $150/200
March 21, 28
March 18, 25
April 4, 11, 18, 25 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
May 2, 9
May 6
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Events - Exhibits
Classes - Workshops
Mid-March through May
117 W. Front Street
Buchanan, MI 49107
M-F 10-5 Sat 10-2
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