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ART CENTER
1800 W Old Shakopee Rd
Bloomington MN 55431
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Please help us serve you better - Register Early!
Students canceling less than two (2) working days prior to the first class meeting or workshop will not be eligible for a tuition refund. A $5.00 administrative fee will be assessed on all cancellations or voluntary transfers to other classes.

NEW STUDENTS ONLY ….
If you’ve always wanted to try a class at BAC but were concerned whether or not you’d like it or wanted to invest “that much money” in it – here’s an offer just for you. Save 20% on your first class – just let us know that you are a first time student and we’ll give you 20% off the non-member rate for your class (may not pertain to some workshops or short-term classes). The “First Timers” rate
is listed below on qualifying classes.

Have your child's Birthday Party at BAC! We also provide classes for scout troops to fulfill art badge.
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for more information.

2008 Summer Day Camps click here


 

Multi-Media

First Impressions
Janna Schneider     Ages 3 1/2-5
#2904 Thur. 10:00-Noon, Apr 10-May 15(6 wks), $89 ($80 Members) $71 First Timers, Room A2003
Immerse your toddler in artful activities designed to stir the youngest of imaginations. Each week your instructor will introduce a new material for your young one to explore. A wide range of activities will be presented to encourage creative learning and expression.
CLOSED


Family Adventures in Art
Penny Richter          Ages 3 1/2-6
#2903 Fri. 6:30-8:30 pm, Apr 4, 18, May 2, 16 (4 wks) $61 ($55 Members) $49 First Timers, Room A2003
In this parent child class you will experiment together with a variety of materials in art forms such as sculpture, painting and collage. This class is designed for children ages 3 ½ -6, plus
a parent. You and your little artist will enjoy: the process of exploring color, texture, and design in 2 and 3 dimensions; the adventure of making colorful pieces to add to your family art gallery at home; and most of all the pleasure of doing it together. A Joyful time guaranteed.
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Art Adventures
Penny Richter            Ages 5-8
#2901 Sat. 10:00am-Noon, Apr 5-May 10 (6 wks), $89 ($80 Members) $71 First Timers, Room A2003
Get ready to explore, experiment and wander through that great adventure we call art. Try your hand at creating a clay sculpture – see what happens when you mix different colors of paint, traverse the path that will have you trying out new ideas, new materials and imagining how it can all fit together…what an adventure!
Non-Member

Member
First Timer

Extreme Painting
Barb Jansich          Grades 1-5
#2010 Sat. 10:00-Noon, Apr 5-May 10 (6 wks) $91 ($82 Members) $75 First Timers, Room A2005
Learn to make your colors POP in Extreme Painting! You can paint about underwater creatures, birthday sleep-overs, outer space galaxies, soccer games, hunting expeditions and karate tournaments! You will start with a pencil sketch and turn it into a masterpiece on canvas. Painting with colorful acrylic paint will produce exciting pictures for your wall. Color will make all the difference!

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Art Academy
Susan Boeckmann     Ages 10-15
#2107 Tue. 5:30-7:00 pm, Apr 1-May 13 (6 wks - no class 4/15), $68 ($61 Members) $54 First Timers, Room A2003
This class is for SERIOUS young art students. No previous art experience is required. However a genuine desire to learn traditional art practice is a prerequisite. The budding artist will be taught how to draw things which “look real”, how to model subjects in clay, and how to mix any color under the sun. For the child who is truly serious about art, this class will teach a serious amount!
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Homeschool

New! Homeschool Georgia O’Keeffe “Flower Power”
Patricia Baranek-Weber Ages 7-13
#2011 Tue. 10:00-Noon, Apr 8-May 6 (5 wks), $75 ($68 Members) $60 First Timers, Room A2003
Learn how to paint flowers and landscapes in the fashion and technique of famous artist, Georgia O’Keeffe (1887-1986). While learning about O’Keeffe, you will learn to express colors in a unique way, making choices of shapes, values, and hues to fit your personal vision. You will learn to draw large scale designs and create several floral compositions using mixed media.
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Homeschool Clay Sculpture & Pottery
Janna Schneider      Ages 7-13
#2607 Thur. 1:00-3:00pm, Apr 3-May 15 (7 wks), $108 ($98 Members) $86 First Timers, Room A1450
Ever wonder what it’s like to make pots on a potter’s wheel? Now, here’s your chance. Come in and learn how to make cups and bowls on the wheels. You will also learn wonderful clay sculpture projects using slabs, coil and pinching techniques. Bring a towel and dress for a crazy mess!
Non-Member

Member
First Timer

Clay

Wild Wheels
Connie Gunderson   Ages 8-14
#2603 Thur. 4:00-5:30pm, Apr 10-May 15 (6 wks), $73 ($66 Members) $58 First Timers, Room A1450
This is the class for the budding potter to learn how to throw on the potters’ wheel. No experience necessary. Make mugs, plates and bowls and learn some glazing techniques too. Dress for Mess and please bring a work shirt and towel.
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Every second Saturday of the month during the school year we get together to have some artsy fun. Sign up for one or all three.

Rolling Mill Jewelry
Tracey Johnson   Grades K-5

#2521 Sat. 10:00-11:30am, Apr 12 (1 wk), $15 ($12 Members), Room A2011
Create a metal jewelry design with a steel mill. This is very unique metal jewelry that can be made quickly and easily but has a distinct look of a more difficult process.

Non-Member
Member


Japanese Ink Painting
Patricia Baranek-Weber   
Grades K-5

#2523 Sat. 10:00-11:30am, May 10 (1 wk), $15 ($12 Members), Room A2011
Learn the technique of Japanese Ink Painting (Sumi-e). Make ink washes and create a beautiful, simple painting using one color ink.
CLOSED


April 25-May 10, 2008
BLACK BOX THEATER

Play and Music
by Michael Erickson,
based on the Nancy Carlson book

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