Develop your imagination and creative abilities with a class at Art Encounter. All levels of skill, including beginners, are welcome.

Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at Studio #109, Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St. , Evanston.

To register, send check to Art Encounter, 927 Noyes Street (#109), Evanston, IL 60201 or call (847) 328-9222 or email artencounter@yahoo.com for more info .

Classes for adults: Spring 2008

 

Claire Epperly
Votive Figure (Serenity)
Wire armature, fabric, glass and copper mask, kumi-himo braids, wood base, 2005, 13” x 9” x 6"

CRITIQUE SERIES FOR ARTISTS (ongoing)
Critique Series for Artists (ongoing)
Share ideas and experiences through in-depth group discussions with other artists.  The critique series covers exhibition opportunities, strategies on how to present work, gallery information, and discussions of current art controversies.  Participants may also take part in special
exhibitions.

Facilitator: Art Encounter Artistic Director and painter Joanna Pinsky; guest artists and critics
Dates: March 17, April 14, April 28, May 19, June 16); join in at any time
Place: Joanna's studio in Evanston
Time: 7:30-10:00 PM
Fee (for series): $105 Art Encounter members; $120 nonmembers
Individual session: $25
Series includes ticket entry for Art Chicago 2008

FOR TEACHERS AND ARTISTS WORKING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
The Art of Developing Critical Literacy in Young Children

Joanna Pinsky is offering a three day sequential professional development class through the Erikson Institute.
Discover how to help children explore art, articulate their perceptions and expand their imaginations.  Through examining original art works together we will experience the various ways people organize visual information.  Then we will develop discussion strategies that promote visual literacy and critical thinking in the early childhood classroom.  Finally, we’ll focus on getting children to talk about their art. In the series, you will enjoy some creative exercises talking about your own art. (No talent is needed!)
Monday, June 23:  Seeing Art through Other Eyes  Discover how you an others organize visual information
Tuesday, June 24:  Developing Visual Literacy and Critical Thinking through Art
Understand different approaches to artistic decision making and learn ways to encourage children’s creativity.
Wednesday, June 25:  Using Art to Foster Language and Communication
Discover ways to use art experiences to help children articulate their perceptions and expand their imaginations.
Place:  The Erikson Institute, 420 N. Wabash, Chicago
Time: 10:00AM – 3:00 PM each day.
5 CPDU’s each workshop 15 CPDU’s total. 
For details, call Erikson Institute professional development at 312.893.7171

ART ENCOUNTER OFFERS IN-SERVICE WORKSHOPS FOR TEACHERS on using visual experiences to build students’ critical thinking and communication skills. Contact Elaine at 847.328.9222, or email artencounter@yahoo.com

ART ENCOUNTER CAN ARRANGE A PRIVATE TOUR TO GALLERIES, ARTISTS’ STUDIOS AND ART COLLECTIONS FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION OR BUSINESS.  Call Elaine at 847.328.9222 or e-mail artencounter@yahoo.com