| Program | Title/Description | Dates | Days/Times | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramics | Basic Vessels Mini Course: 6 sessions Introduction to basic wheel and hand construction processes. Instructor: Stephanie Young Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 5 - March 12 | F 6:30 – 8:30 pm | Beginning |
| Ceramics | Basics and Challenges The construction, refinement, and glazing of wheel thrown and hand built forms will provide beginners with a strong foundation. Creative approaches to altered and combined elements will provide challenges for experienced students. Instructor: Denny McLaughlin Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 4 - April 29 | Th 6:30 - 9:30 pm | Beginning-Intermediate |
| Ceramics | Basics and Challenges The construction, refinement, and glazing of wheel thrown and hand built forms will provide beginners with a strong foundation. Creative approaches to altered and combined elements will provide challenges for experienced students. Instructor: Wayne Fuerst Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 1 - April 26 | M 6:30 - 9:30 pm | Beginning-Intermediate |
| Ceramics | Basics and Challenges The construction, refinement, and glazing of wheel thrown and hand built forms will provide beginners with a strong foundation. Creative approaches to altered and combined elements will provide challenges for experienced students. Instructor: Lucy Scanlon Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 2 - April 27 | T 6:30 - 9:30 pm | Beginning-Intermediate |
| Ceramics | Clay and the Figure Working from a model and from the imagination, students will create small to life-sized sculptures and reliefs using hollow-form and slab construction techniques. A variety of surface treatment methods will include the application of stains and slips at all stages of the making process. Instructor: Allison Newsome Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 1 - April 26 | M. 6:30 – 9:30 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Glazes, Underglazes, Overglazes, and Lustres Mini Course: 6 sessions Learn to master a range of glaze application techniques and tools to create even coatings, overlaps, and special effects with glazes, under-glazes, over-glazes, and lustres. A focus on developing brush application skills will expand students’ color range and design possibilities. Instructor: Wasma'a Chorbachi Location: Ceramics Studio | March 22 - April 26 | M 1 – 4 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Independent Study Self-directed work for those previously enrolled in a class at the Ceramics Program and capable of processing their own work. Includes studio access, participation in firing and visiting artist workshops. Instructor: Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 1 - May 2 | Independent Study | |
| Ceramics | Introduction to Ceramic Materials Mini Course: 6 sessions This mini-course will concentrate on the chemistry of materials and their aesthetic applications to student work. We will investigate the clay body as “canvas” and create glazes that accentuate your own work with clay. Instructor: Kathy King Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb 1 - March 8 | M 1 – 4 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Introduction to Ceramic Materials Mini Course: 6 sessions This mini-course will concentrate on the chemistry of materials and their aesthetic applications to student work. We will investigate the clay body as “canvas” and create glazes that accentuate your own work with clay. Instructor: Kathy King Location: Ceramics Studio | March 20 - May 1 (No class on April 3) | Sa 10 am - 1 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Introduction to Ceramic Materials Mini Course: 6 sessions This mini-course will concentrate on the chemistry of materials and their aesthetic applications to student work. We will investigate the clay body as “canvas” and create glazes that accentuate your own work with clay. Instructor: Kathy King Location: Ceramics Studio | March 23 – April 27 | Tu 6:30 - 9:30 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Mixed Media Sculpture Using multiple materials in a single piece allows for dynamic visual conversations. Students will work with concrete, paper pulp, plaster, and contemporary sculpting polymers. Additionally, strategies for successfully incorporating other media such as glass, metal, wood, and fired ceramics will be addressed. Instructor: Jay Bordage Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 1 - April 26 | M 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Mosaics Mini Course: 6 sessions This course will provide an in-depth experience with mosaic design, fabrication, and mounting practices. The instructor will share her experiences with large public and private art commissions for tile and mosaic projects. Instructor: Lisa Houck Location: Ceramics Studio | March 21 - April 25 | Su 11 am – 2 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Off/On the Wall TBA Instructor: Forrest Snyder Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 2 - April 27 | T 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | Beginning - Advanced |
| Ceramics | The Contemporary Teapot Knows No Bounds Through slide presentations, surface treatment, hand-building, wheel-throwing, and altering forms, this class will prepare you to take on the challenges of designing and integrating parts: lid, spout, handle and body in an effort to push limits and transform the teapot from functional vessel to sculptural object. Instructor: Shawn Panepinto Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 3 - April 28 | W 6:30 – 9:30 pm | Intermediate-Advanced |
| Ceramics | The Uses of Imperfection The creative and intentional use of accidental imperfections will enhance the construction, composition, and glazing of wheel-thrown and hand-built forms. Beginners will develop a strong foundation for creating functional and sculptural vessels. Experienced students will be engaged in creative approaches to altering forms and combining sectional elements. Instructor: Trish Adams Location: Ceramics Studio | Feb. 3 - April 28 | W 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | Beginning-Advanced |
| Ceramics | Vases and Bottles Mini Course: 6 sessions Introduction to basic wheel and hand construction processes. Instructor: Stephanie Young Location: Ceramics Studio | March 26 - April 30 | F 6:30 – 8:30 pm | Beginning |
| Dance | Advanced Ballet At least three years of intermediate or advanced ballet training. Instructor: Jessica Kreyer / Catherine Ulissey Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep 14 - Nov 23 | M 6:00-7:30 | Advanced |
| Dance | Advanced Ballet At least three years of intermediate or advanced ballet training. Instructor: Tai Jimenez Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 16 - Nov. 25 | W 6:00-7:30 | Advanced |
| Dance | Beginning Ballet For beginners or experienced dancers who want to revisit the basics. Instructor: Margot Parsons Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep 14 - Nov 25 | M/W 4:15-5:45 | Beginner |
| Dance | Beginning Ballet For beginners or experienced dancers who want to revisit the basics. Instructor: Catherine Ulissey Location: Director’s Studio (74 Mt. Auburn St.) | Sept 15 - Nov 19 | T/Th 4:30 - 6:00 | Beginner |
| Dance | Beginning Contemporary This class explores basic concepts in contemporary dance techniques for beginners or experienced dancers who want to revisit the basics. Instructor: Jessica Berson Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 14 - Nov. 25 | M 4:45-6:00 | Beginner |
| Dance | Beginning Tap Little or no tap training required. Learn/review basic tap technique. Instructor: Julia Boynton Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 18 - Nov. 20 | F 1:30-2:30 | Beginner |
| Dance | Contemporary Master Class Series Guest artists from across the U.S. and Europe offer master classes in a range of contemporary dance techniques and styles. Teachers include Helen Pickett, Josie Walsh, Elizabeth Bergmann, Libby Nye, Brenda Divelbliss, and others. Intermediate and Advanced dancers only. Instructor: Guest Teachers Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 15 - Nov. 17 | T 6:00-7:30 | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Dance | Hip Hop Includes elements of latin, breakin’, reggae, etc. This is NOT street jazz, but true hip hop drawing from elements of swing, African, and American soul. Jazz sneakers and knee pads required. Instructor: Henry Kasdon Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 17 - Nov. 19 | Th 5:30-7:00 | All |
| Dance | Intermediate Ballet For those with at least two years of ballet training. Instructor: Catherine Ulissey Location: Director’s Studio (74 Mt. Auburn St.) | Sep 15 - Nov 19 | T/Thu 6:15 - 7:45 | Intermediate |
| Dance | Intermediate Jazz This class is designed to strengthen the student's jazz technique. Emphasis is on placement, movement qualities, and jazz styles. At least two years of dance training required. Jazz shoes. Instructor: Stephanie Heroux Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 19 - Nov. 21 | Sa 1:30-3:00 | Intermediate |
| Dance | Intermediate Tap Two or more years of tap training. Work on speed, phrasing and technique. CANCELED FOR FALL 2009 TERM Instructor: Julia Boynton Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 18 - Nov. 20 | F 2:30-3:30 | Intermediate |
| Dance | Intermediate/Advanced Ballet At least three years of intermediate or advanced ballet training. Instructor: Tai Jimenez Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 18 - Nov. 20 | F 3:30-5:00 | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Dance | Intermediate/Advanced Ballet and Pointe Dancers will have a 1.5 hour ballet class followed by an hour of pointe work. At least three years of intermediate or advanced ballet training. Prior experience en pointe is helpful, but not required. Instructor: Tai Jimenez Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 18-Nov. 20 | F 3:30-6:00 | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Dance | Intermediate/Advanced Contemporary This class fuses Neblett’s own eclectic style with influences from Limón, Horton and Cunningham. Instructor: Tommy Neblett Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 17-Nov. 19 | Th 6:00-7:30 | Intermediate/Advanced |
| Dance | Modern Strengthening Use of modern dance techniques, including Graham and Horton-based modern, as a strengthening and stretching tool to tone and lengthen the body as a whole. No prior experience necessary. Instructor: Jodi Allen Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 19 - Nov. 21 | Sa 12:00-1:30 | All |
| Dance | Movement for Life Based on the work of Dr. Josef Della Grotte and Dr. M. Feldenkrais, this class helps maintain strength and energize the body through a clear set of pathway parameters to maximize wellness and fitness for life. No prior dance training required. Instructor: Elizabeth Bergmann Location: HDC 1 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 17-Nov. 19 | Th 1:30-2:30 | All |
| Dance | Pilates Exercise class incorporating proper body usage through mat work. No prior dance training required. CANCELED FOR FALL 2009 TERM Instructor: Jessica Berson Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 14 - Nov. 23 | M 3:30-4:30 | All |
| Dance | Theater Dance Develop technique through jazz and ballet warmups, with emphasis on placement and style. Combinations include Broadway repertory and new choreography, encouraging students to work on expression and confident performance. Some prior dance experience required. Instructor: Kristin Aune Location: HDC 2 (60 Garden St.) | Sep. 16 - Nov. 25 | W 4:45-6:00 | All |
| Figure Drawing | Figure Drawing Class Boston artist Jon Imber emphasizes the development of students' personal expression in his weekly OFA Figure Drawing class at Currier. Students work primarily from models and benefit from both individual and group critiques. The course is open to undergraduates and a limited number of graduate students. It meets weekly in the Treehouse space at Currier House. This course will provide personalized instruction in a variety of drawing techniques with an emphasis on personal expression. Different approaches and techniques will be suggested to beginners and advanced students will be encouraged to continue with approaches that they are developing. Work will be primarily from models; individual and group critiques will be held as often as possible. Instructor: Jon Imber Location: TBD | Sept 16, 23, 30 Oct 7,14,21,28 Nov 4, 9, 18, 23 | W 7:30-10:00 | Intermediate |
