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The Gadsden Arts Center brings art appreciation to Gadsden County students through the Tours to Schools programs and offers classes and workshops at the Center for all ages. Internship and volunteer opportunities are also available.

Education

Youth Clay Class Starts Sept. 11

FROM PINCH POTS TO ANIMAL SCULPTURES
Students will learn hand-building clay techniques following historic development from simple vessels to sculpture. This 8-week course is hands-on and project-oriented but also includes natural inspirations and how-to demonstrations. Beginner to Intermediate (prior experience with clay is not necessary).
Saturdays 10am—noon starting September 11, 2010, Ages 7-14, Tuition $110
PLEASE REGISTER BY: SEPTEMBER 4

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Mark Fletcher had already built his own kick wheel and two wood-fired kilns in his backyard by the end of high school, but it was during his apprenticeship with a ceramic artist in Japan that he really developed his art through the medium of clay. From 1993 to 1996, Mark lived in Japan and studied sculpture, ceramic design and ink painting. He earned his BFA from FSU and his Master of Fine Arts from University of Michigan. Mark has taught art since the 1980s.

INFORMATION/ART CLASS REGISTRATION
(850) 875-4866 • This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
or stop by the Gadsden Arts Center
13 N. Madison Street, Quincy, FL (on the Courthouse Square)

PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN

The Gadsden Arts Center is dedicated to enhancing cultural education for school children. All programs are offered free of charge, at the Center and in school classrooms:

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES SEPTEMBER–DECEMBER 2009!
Art as Recycling Student Art Competition
Art in Gadsden Student Poster Competition
Call Grace at (850) 875-4866 for more information.

OPPORTUNITIES DURING THE 2009–2010 SCHOOL YEAR
Bates Childrens Gallery Exhibitions
Docent-guided Gallery Tours with studio activities
21st Century Community Learning Centers after-school art program
Art Appreciation visual literacy program
Exceptional Young Artist nomination and recognition program
Call Grace at (850) 875-4866 for more information.

All programs listed above are provided free of charge.
TEACHERS and ADMINISTRATORS: please call (850) 875-4866, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for information or to arrange for program services.

SUPPORT THESE VALUABLE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Tuition Scholarships for Art Camp

Full or partial tuition scholarships are awarded to children with sincere interest in attending camp, based on the recommendation of an adult family member or teacher. Please call (850) 875-4866 or visit the Center to apply for a scholarship for your child/student. Availability of scholarships depends upon availability of funds. To contribute a tuition scholarship, call Grace Maloy at (850) 875-4866 or stop by Gadsden Arts. $145 provides one week of full-day camp for one child, $85 provides one week of half-day camp.

FAMILY GALLERY GUIDES AND ACTIVITIES:

GREETING CARD COLORING ACTIVITY

SCHEDULE A TOUR FOR YOUR FAMILY, CLUB OR GROUP!

Are you looking for the perfect activity for visiting friends and relatives, a club, church group or children’s group? Docents (tour guides) are available free of charge to lead group tours for four or more visitors. Learn the history of the Center and our unique building, and gain insight into the varied exhibitions of fine art in the galleries.

BATES CHILDRENS GALLERY EXHIBITIONS

The Bates Children’s Gallery displays exhibitions of children’s art created by area students under the leadership of school art teachers. Each exhibition is installed with the opening reception scheduled to coincide with the major exhibition openings, allowing students, their families and teachers to be an integral part of these major events.

Teachers, please call 875-4866 for scheduling information.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The GAC Internship Program provides “real world” work and learn experiences for college juniors and seniors, graduate students and recent graduates in the arts management, art education, marketing and graphic design, museum studies, and related areas of study. Internships are offered in the fall, spring and summer to coincide with the academic year.

>>Apply for an Internship

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A REWARDING AND EDUCATIONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY?

Join the Docent Program at the Gadsden Arts Center! No experience is required-we welcome people from all backgrounds. You will meet new people, enrich children's lives and enrich your own understanding of visual arts. Our exhibition tours and school programs have been recognized in several North Florida newspapers as an outstanding way of educating children and adults in Gadsden County and the region. The Gadsden Arts Center is known for its free, educational guided tours that can be custom designed each group visiting. For those groups that are unable to come to the Center, The Art to the Schools, Artists in the Schools and Art for Literacy programs come to the schools and serve hundreds of students each year, countywide.

Youth Clay Class Starts Sept. 11

PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN

SUPPORT THESE VALUABLE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Tuition Scholarships for Art Camp

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