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In the U.S., one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer. Most will undergo treatments that significantly affect both their physical and emotional well-being. While support groups, therapy, and meditation are available, there are few spaces focused on fun, joy, and creative play. That's where the "Let's Play to Beat Breast Cancer" project comes in. This low cost program, offered through local art centers, community centers, and volunteer artists, provides a stress-free environment where women affected by breast cancer can create art through play. Here, participants are invited to let go of pressure and perfection, and instead, reconnect with lightness, imagination, and beauty; discovering moments of relief, joy, and new beginnings within themselves. "My friend Linda was the inspiration behind the “Let’s Play to Beat Breast Cancer” project. When she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, I invited her to come paint and play with me in the studio. It was during those sessions that I witnessed firsthand the incredible healing power of play and creativity. In just two hours, I watched her transform. She might arrive in tears, heavy with emotion, but as we played and painted together, her entire energy shifted. She began to smile, to laugh. The weight of everything she was going through seemed to lift, if only for a little while. By the end of each session, she was glowing with joy, with pride in the artwork she had created, and with a renewed sense of herself. She had found refuge, a spark of joy, a moment of peace. This is what I want to offer to other women facing breast cancer: a space to breathe, to create, a spark of joy, a moment of peace, and to feel alive." - Françoise Lama-Solet "When I was diagnosed and became really sick, I was also caring for my ill family members. I was overwhelmed. Then you looked at me and said, ‘You need to come, play, and paint with me—just come and play.’ So, I did. We painted, played, and laughed. In those moments, the weight I was carrying and my stress lifted. You told me, ‘Breathe, have fun, just do it.’ And I did. Those sessions gave me a new perspective. I discovered a creative side I didn’t know I had. I’m still painting today. It became a healing process. I found myself through it. I’m a different person now, less stressed, more at peace. And when I feel stressed, I go to my easel and paint. Not only did you help me, but you also helped bring out my husband’s creativity too.” - Linda

Anime is a highly distinctive style of cartoon drawing which originated in Japan and enjoys immense worldwide popularity. Anime are the characters appearing in manga which are Japanese graphic novels and comic strips. There are a wide variety of manga appropriate for children through adult readers. Manga characters are instantly recognizable by their large eyes, highly stylized hair, fashionable clothing and overall expressive quality. Beginning with simple step by step drawings, students will learn facial expression, body proportions, and coloring techniques. Students will create and develop detailed colored drawings of at least two characters that will be used in the creation of their own manga. Projects change from one session to the next. Includes all supplies. Please note: This session is scheduled to run for 5 weeks and is priced accordingly.

Learn different bead weaving techniques and fall in love with seed beads! We will work on different techniques from Spiral Rope to Peyote Stitch, Herringbone Stich to Right Angle Weave and Triangle Weave. We will be working with seed beads, triangle beads, Czech fire polished beads and Swarovski crystals. You can bring your beads, or all the supplies and kits will be available for purchase.

Art Education Provider, Kathleen Brown, talks about Public Art Mural and the idea of balancing your own artistic vision with the space and community you are making work in. We talk about different concepts and then have the students come up with keywords that connect to their concept. Students then begin to sketch ideas on blank paper - when they are ready to go to the design phase they sketch on the design page where there is an outline of a wall and a van to see how the image translates. (30 min) Once students have completed the concepting and design phase we have a 15 minute introduction to the VR Kingspray App where students can get a feel for the controls and prompts in the application. We discuss how this application has real world rules - there is no undo, you can apply more paint or choose a different space. (15 min) Students receive the VR headsets and are fitted - they are told to remain in the boundaries for safety. Students then are told to translate their design for the Public Art Mural to a space in the game which gives a multitude of Urban environments to paint on. (10 min) Full VR time to paint - 30min - 1hr depending on time allotted for the workshop and how long individual students feel comfortable in VR - some people get headaches. Optional Share Time - If we have good internet connection I can cast students' creations and we will be able to see what they created and they can take photos of the murals. That's a wrap! VR Headsets supplied by Futures Lab, concentration music will be played during VR sessions. Rolling chairs will be provided for students who want to remain seated but still create in 360. Registration open to students in grades 7-12

IMPRESSIONIST FLOWERS IN SOY WAX BATIK This four week mini session is an exploration of expressive abstract techniques applied to silk. A contemporary approach to Batik, resulting in beautiful fine art for wall hangings or wearable scarves. Students will employ a loose, abstract and painterly approach in rendering floral imagery on silk. Working on a 22"x22" silk square suspended and stretched on a frame, students will be influenced and inspired by the French impressionist painters and their floral bouquets, sprays and fields of flowers. Participants may bring a collection of floral photos as reference, or refer to available images provided by the instructor. Absolutely no painting or drawing experience necessary! When considering the French Impressionist painters, one may think of Renoir with his vases of roses or chrysanthemums, or sunflowers in a vase by Monet. Mary Cassettes’ Lilacs in a Window are a loosely rendered interpretation of lilacs. Florals have been a popular subject of painters throughout history, they are almost a textural element in an abstract painting. In this class we will explore how to use soy wax batik to render impressionistic and abstracted interpretations of flowers. Students should bring paper towels and disposable gloves. Supply fee: $20.00 payable to the instructor at the first class covers all other supplies. Class must meet min of 4 students by August 29th to run.

Brooches are back! Why not make your own? Join designer Chris Cole Harris and create 3 different kinds of floral brooches. One made with French-wired Ribbon, One made with Fabric One using Silk Florals and Ribbon. -Basic sewing skills taught- Join us for an afternoon of FUN! Workshop Includes ALL materials! To make your brooches extra special, participants are encouraged to bring along a piece of fabric that has meaning to them; perhaps a grandmothers handkerchief, a vintage silk scarf, wedding garter or a special ribbon or silk floral. Member discount does not apply.

In this class we will be creating both fun and functional pieces using the basics of handbuilding- coil, pinch, and slab. We will also explore different surface decorations such as sgraffito, slip trailing, and wax resist. This class is not project based, so bring your ideas! Students of all levels are welcome!! Included in the price of your class is a 25lb bag of clay as well as 2.5 hours of open studio time per week, to be used immediately prior to your class time. Students may purchase 1 additional bag of clay from The Art Center over the course of the session. For a total of 50lbs maximum per session. Tool kits must be purchased by students and are available at most Dick Blick and Michaels stores.

Designed for youngsters in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. These emerging artists, will have fun exploring art through a study of master artists. Students experiment with an array of materials and tools including watercolor and acrylic paints, chalk pastels, and collage. This age appropriate curriculum is based on a playful approach to art; teaching fine art techniques, art history, and building confidence. Includes all supplies. Class requires a minimum of 5 students enrolled by Sept. 3rd to run. Please note: Class is scheduled to run for 5 weeks and is priced accordingly. Monday Mini Masters with Ms. Izzy

Immerse your child in a creative experience and spark their artistic talents! Your child will acquire drawing and painting skills while exploring mixed media and artistic techniques. A fun, educational, age appropriate art class for the young art enthusiast. After School Art - Students experiment with an array of materials and tools including watercolor and acrylic paints, and chalk pastels. Class is held in your child's school and begins after the school day dismissal. Includes all supplies. You must send a change of dismissal form with your child notifying the school that your child attends this after school class. Once you've registered your child for this class, an email will be sent containing the form. Please fill it out and submit it to your school. If you would like to make arrangements to set up a payment plan; please call The Art Center at 770-623-8448. Please pack an additional snack for your child if they are participating in after school art enrichment. Class will NOT meet: Oct 15, Nov 26.

Immerse your child in a creative experience and spark their artistic talents! Your child will acquire drawing and painting skills while exploring mixed media and artistic techniques. A fun, educational, age appropriate art class for the young art enthusiast. After School Art is held in your child's school and begins after the school day dismissal. Includes all supplies. You must send a change of dismissal form with your child notifying the school that your child attends this after school class. Once you've registered your child for this class, an email will be sent containing the form. Please fill it out and submit it to your school. If you would like to make arrangements to set up a payment plan; please call The Art Center at 770-623-8448. Please pack an additional snack for your child if they are participating in after school art enrichment. Class will NOT meet: Oct 13, Nov 24

This class will focus on realistic rendering of the human figure in oil and acrylic paintings. We will cover basic proportions, painting faces, and fabric folds. Composition, design and color mixing will also be addressed. Students will be encouraged to go the extra mile with preliminary drawings and color studies while working on their own paintings. Work at your own pace in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Each session features 3 instructor demonstrations. Because everyone's needs are different, supplies will be discussed during the first class. New students, bring your current painting in progress (if you have one) and any materials you already have. Returning students, bring your current painting and materials. Painting experience is recommended for this class.

Immerse your child in a creative experience and spark their artistic talents! Your child will acquire drawing and painting skills while exploring mixed media and artistic techniques. A fun, educational, age appropriate art class for the young art enthusiast. After School Art - Students experiment with an array of materials and tools including watercolor and acrylic paints, and chalk pastels. Class is held in your child's school and begins after the school day dismissal. Includes all supplies. You must send a change of dismissal form with your child notifying the school that your child attends this after school class. Once you've registered your child for this class, an email will be sent containing the form. Please fill it out and submit it to your school. If you would like to make arrangements to set up a payment plan; please call The Art Center at 770-623-8448. Please pack an additional snack for your child if they are participating in after school art enrichment. Please note: Class will NOT meet: Oct 14, Nov 4, Nov 25