THE BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN ART
E D U C A T I O N
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C l a s s e s
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P r o g r a m s
WINTER/SPRING
2017
This publication includes classes and programs at two locations:
BUTLER INSTITUTE/BEECHER CENTER/
BUTLER NORTH - YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
BUTLER TRUMBULL BRANCH
HOWLAND TOWNSHIP, OHIO
THE BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN ART
524 Wick Avenue • Youngstown, Ohio 44502
330.743.3630
www.butlerart.com
BUTLER NORTH - Youngstown:
Butler North (formerly known as the First Christian Church) houses the Dennison Education Center, the new home of the Butler’s education department. Butler
North is located next to the Butler Institute on the corner of Wick Avenue and University Plaza. Thanks to the generosity of the Dennison family, this beautiful
facility will not only be the site for Butler classes, but also for lectures, concerts and private events beginning in 2006.
INCREASE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF ART HISTORY
Join Butler docents in the Zona auditorium for a “Continuing Education” program that focuses upon art history. Lectures as well as video from the National
Gallery in Washington, D.C. will cover American and European painting, as well as a variety of other art forms. This series is held on Tuesdays at noon continuing
in 2014. Contact Richard Adler 330/743-1107, ext. 117 for program information.
PLEASE NOTE
Class size is limited. Classes are filled on a first come first served basis. Sessions that do not fill will be cancelled or combined. No written confirmation will be
mailed. If you do not hear from us, your enrollment is ensured.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships based on need are available on a limited basis for children‘s classes at our Youngstown and Trumbull Butler locations. Please direct written
requests to the Butler Education Department in Youngstown and include a recommendation from the student’s art teacher.
PARKING
In Youngstown, limited free parking is available in the Butler’s private lot located on the museum’s north side. Additional parking is available at a nominal cost
in nearby YSU lots. In Howland, ample free parking is provided on the Butler Trumbull museum’s property.
O N E M U S E U M - TWO LO C A T I O N S
The Butler Institute/The Beecher Center / Butler North
524 Wick Avenue • Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Phone 330-743-1107 • Fax 330-743-9567
The Butler Trumbull Branch
9350 East Market Street • Howland, Ohio 44484
Phone 330-609-9900 • Fax 330-609-9902
MEMBERSHIPS MAKE EXCELLENT GIFTS!
Memberships can be purchased at the Butler or by calling 330.743.1107 ext. 125
Butler Members / Srs. receive a 15% discount on Teen/Adult Classes
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
MY FUNNY VALENTINE!
Join your funny valentine and enjoy making home-made valentines for
the loves of your lives. A variety of techniques will be used for making
your special treasures.
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-February 11
Room B Fee: $10
#001-Prechool (ages 3-6) w/adult partner 10:00-11:00 a.m.
FLEXIBLE “GLASS” SCULPTURE
Inspired by the glass sculptures of American glass artist, Dale Chihuly,
students will create flexible “glass” sculptures using aluminum wire and
special acrylic paint. Experiment with light, color, and form in the
creation of these unusual sculptures.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-February 11, 18, 25, March 4
Room A Fee: $40
#002-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#003-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m.
PAINTING IN RELIEF
Choose your favorite subject matter and create a painting that is
sculptural. Relief sculpture is a type of sculpture that is a raised surface,
but not totally three-dimensional. Using papier-mache pulp, students
will build up their painting surface to create a more dimensional
painting.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-February 11, 18, 25, March 4
Room A Fee: $30
#004-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m.
SCULPTO-PICTORAMAS (Homeschool)
Learn about the art of American artist, Red Grooms. Students will be
creating 3-D environmental constructions called “sculpto-pictoramas”
based on works by Red Grooms. Various media such as clay, found objects,
cardboard, tape, paint, etc. will all be used in these creations.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesdays-4 weeks-February 15, 22, March 1, 8
Room A Fee: $30
#005-Grades 3-8 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#006-Grades 1-2 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-OR Thursdays4 weeks-February 16, 23, March 2, 9
#007-Grades 3-8 12:30-1:30 p.m.
CREATE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK
Create your own action adventure comic book telling your own story and
creating exciting characters and settings. Students will learn how to plot out
their own storyline and create interesting characters in comic book form
like the pros!
This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous
experiences.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Mondays-5 weeks-February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20
Room B Fee: $45
#008-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m.
AND/OR
Mondays-5 weeks-April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1
#009-Grades 5-8 4:00-5:30 p.m.
*Please note: Kids may get messy.
Bring ‘paint clothes’ or dress children/toddlers appropriately.
Keep in mind most paints will not come out in the wash.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
WEARIN’ OF THE GREEN
Have fun making lots of green artworks and possibly wearing some of it
home! Join in the fun of this March holiday with your little ones.
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-March 11
Room B Fee: $10
#010-Preschool/K (ages 3-6) w/adult partner 10:00-11:00 a.m.
MIX IT UP WITH MIXED MEDIA
Art can be created using a multitude of materials. Mix some of your
favorites to create two-dimensional multi-media works. Paint, pastels,
collage materials, and printing inks may be used.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-March 11, 18, 25, April 1
Room A Fee: $30
#011-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#012-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
#013-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m.
FOIL MAGIC AND YUPO ENGRAVING (Homeschool)
Combine cardboard, aluminum foil, and India ink to create a magically
textured work of art. Also, learn the traditional American craft of scrimshaw
by etching into a Yupo paper (polypropylene paper) with scratch tools. Oil
pastel will be used to fill in lines and shade the surface of your drawing.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesdays-4 weeks-March 15, 22, 29, April 5
Room A Fee: $30
#014-Grades 3-8 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#015-Grades 1-2 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-OR Thursdays4 weeks-March 16, 23, 30, April 6
Room A Fee: $30
#016 –Grades 3-8 12:30-1:30 p.m.
THINK SPRING!
Sunshine and showers will be the theme for this “springy” workshop.
Enjoy everything spring with your little one!
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-April 8
Room B Fee: $10
#017-Preschool/K (ages 3-6) w/adult partner 10:00-11:00 a.m.
PAINT WITH CLAY
Students will complete a “painting” with plasticine (modeling) clay that is a
bendable material that will not dry out. Clay colors can be mixed to create a
range of colors and a variety of tools will be used to add texture to the surface.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-April 22, 29, May 6, 13
Room A Fee: $36
#018-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#019-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
MECHANICAL SCULPTURE
Students will create a simple, pulley-operated Kinetic Art sculpture by
designing “gears” that are mounted to wooden spools and turned
simultaneously with a connecting pullstring. Have fun designing this
spinning work of art!
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-April 22, 29, May 6, 13
Room A Fee: $40
#020-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:30 p.m.
MIX IT UP WITH MIXED MEDIA (Homeschool)
Art can be created using a multitude of materials. Mix some of your
favorites to create two-dimensional multi-media works. Paint, pastels,
collage materials, and printing inks may be used.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesdays-4 weeks-April 26, May 3, 10, 17
Room A Fee: $30
#021-Grades 3-8 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#022-Grades 1-2 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-OR Thursdays4 weeks-April 27, May 4, 11, 18
#023-Grades 3-8 12:30-1:30 p.m.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
MAY FLOWERS
April showers bring May flowers as we will see in this colorful workshop.
Flowers and all that grows will be our subject matter.
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-May 20
Room B Fee: $10
#024-Preschool/K (ages 3-6) with adult partner 10:00-11:00 a.m.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH
BRINGING REALITY TO CANVAS (ALL LEVELS)
This painting class will provide students of all skill levels time to work at
their own pace while creating an oil painting from a photographic source.
This class may be repeated. Students are asked to bring a 5”x 7” photo for
use on an 11” x 14” pre-stretched canvas. (Ambitious students may try
larger surfaces-i.e. 8” x 10” photo with a 16” x 20” canvas but must provide
their own canvas.) Although reference photos that you have taken are
preferred, it is a good idea to have several different photos with you at the
start. In some cases you may like a different sky, or trees or just want to
combine several to make an image more unique or personal. In many cases,
choosing a photo with larger shapes and good contrast from light to dark
may be easier to translate. All supplies for painting in oils will be provided.
Students wishing to work in acrylics may bring their own paints and
instruction will be provided as well. Supply fee is waived if students have
their own supplies. Previous students can use time in class to complete any
earlier oil paintings and begin a new work.
Sean Butler, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11
Room B
Class Fee: $55 (payable to BIAA)
Supply Fee: $10 (payable to Sean Butler, first day of class)
#A01-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Saturdays-5 weeks-March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15
#A02-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Saturdays-5 weeks-April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20
#A03-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
GREETING CARD DESIGN
Create a set of beautiful handmade cards in any media of your choosing. Students
will choose their own theme and subject matter to complete a set of cards that will
be unique in their own style of art. Pick a theme, bring a reference, and we will
get started! (Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Thursdays-5 weeks-February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16
Room A
Class Fee: $55
#A04-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
COMIC BOOK DRAWING FOR ADULTS
This class will teach students to plot out their stories with motions of action
and in-depth creation of characters. Figure studies of anatomy and perspective
drawing will instruct students to create their own exciting comic book or
graphic novel. (Please call 330-743- 1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Mondays-5 weeks-February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20
Room B
Fee: $55
#A05-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
BASIC PENCIL DRAWING
Explore subject matter, contouring, shade, layout, basic perspective, and
light source. Students will learn different techniques of recognizing shape
and form to transition to their drawing as well as tools to help them learn
basic drawing skills. Students should bring a reference of their favorite
subject to draw. (Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Tuesdays-5 weeks-February 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21
Room B
Fee: $55
#A06-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
COLORED PENCIL AND WATERCOLOR COMBINED
Explore the world of mixed media art combining basic skills of watercolor
painting enhanced with the detail of colored pencils. Students will learn
lighting, shading, layering and perspective to produce beautiful full color
works of their favorite subject matter. Please bring several different full
color reference pictures (5”x 7”). This class may be taken multiple
times and will build upon previous experiences.
(Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Wednesdays-5 weeks-February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22
Room B
Fee: $55
#A07-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Wednesdays-5 weeks-April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3
#A08-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
STUDIO OIL/ACRYLIC PAINTING (All Levels)
Learn or continue learning to paint at your own pace and level. Bring along a
few references to paint, making sure they are clear so detail can be seen.
Students can also bring in paintings that have not been finished, need
corrections or problem solving. Instructor will be available for suggestions and
assistance. For beginners, please make sure references are not complicated.
Students may bring their own supplies or purchase paint (oils only) and supplies
from instructor. (All students should bring an 11” x 14” stretched canvas.)
Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor
Thursdays-4 weeks-March 16, 23, 30, April 6
Room B
Class Fee: $50 (payable to BIAA)
Supply Fee: $6 (payable to Marianne Pionati Hilke, first day of class)
#A09-Ages 14 & up 6:30-9:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Thursdays-4 weeks-April 13, 20, 27, May 4
#A10-Ages 14 & up
MAKING ART WITH MARKERS
Students will learn techniques of drawing, layering, shading, and light
source, using marker sets of their choice. Fine tip and broad tip markers
will be used to create vivid pieces of artwork. Students should bring an
8“x 10” color reference of their favorite subject matter.
(Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Mondays-5 weeks-April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1
Room B
Fee: $55
#A11-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
DRAWING
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Students
will explore a variety of materials used for drawing as well as
learn about various techniques used to create realistic and imaginary
artworks.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4
Fee: $45
#T001-Grades 4-8 9:00-10:30 a.m.
COMIC BOOK DRAWING
Create your own action adventure comic book telling your own story and
creating exciting characters and settings. Students will learn to plot out
their own storyline and create interesting characters in comic book form
like the pros! This class may be taken multiple times and will build
upon previous experiences.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4
Fee: $45
#T002-Grades 5-8 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Saturdays-5 weeks-March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8
Fee: $45
#T003-Grades 5-8 11:30-1:00 p.m.
MIXED MEDIA
Students will explore a variety of materials and various techniques to
create 2-D and 3-D artworks.
Mary Leo, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8
Fee: $45
#T004-Grades 4-8 9:00-10:30 a.m.
CREATING WITH CLAY
Using air-dry clay, learn the hand-building techniques of pinch, coil, and
slab construction as you make your favorite animal or creature. Pieces will
be painted upon completion.
Mary Leo, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-April 29, May 6, 13, 20
Fee: $36
#T005-Grades 4-8 9:00-10:30 a.m.
PAINTING
Learn the art of color mixing and explore a variety of painting techniques.
Practice using watercolor and tempera paint in this fun class.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-April 15, 29, May 6, 13, 20 (no class April 22)
Fee: $45
#T006-Grades 4-8 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER
MIXED MEDIA ON CANVAS
Explore the world of “New York Modern” mixed media with acrylic paint
on stretched canvas utilizing acrylics as a base layer with spray paint on
top to create vibrant expressionist images. Students will learn basic
painting skills and use of stenciling to create their artwork.
(Please call 330-74-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Tuesdays-5 weeks-April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2
Room B
Fee: $55
#A12-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
BASIC PENCIL DRAWING
Explore subject matter, contouring, shade, layout, basic perspective and
light source. Students will learn different techniques of recognizing shape
and form to transition to their drawing as well as tools to help them learn
basic drawing skills. Students should bring a reference of their favorite
subject to draw. (Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Fridays-5 weeks-March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Fee: $55
#TA01-Ages 14 & up 1:00-3:00 p.m.
PEN AND INK
Students will learn to finish their pencil drawing and sketches in pen and
ink using various techniques and materials. Explore light source, shading,
and perspective of objects. Finished art will be ready for reproduction
(greeting cards, notes, business cards, etc.).
(Please call 330-743-1107 ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Thursdays-5 weeks-April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25
Room A
Fee: $55
#A13-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
PAINTING BIRDS WORKSHOP (Beginner-Intermediate)
Paint-A-Long with instructor. There will be demonstrations and discussion as
we all work to create our painting step-by-step. Selections of references will
be available. (All students should bring one 11” x 14” stretched canvas to
class.)”Bring your own supplies or purchase from instructor for $6.
Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor
Sunday-March 26
Fee: $40
Supply Fee: $6.00 cash or check payable to Marianne Pionati Hilke,
first day of class.
#TA02-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (w/1/2 hr. break)
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER
COLORED PENCIL DRAWING
This class will provide students a variety of techniques needed in using
colored pencils to draw and color subjects of their choice. Explore light
sources, shading, and blending to produce finished artworks. This class
may be taken multiple times and will build upon previous experiences.
Please bring several different full color reference pictures (5”
x 7”). (Please call 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.)
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Fridays-5 weeks-April 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19
Fee: $55
#TA03-Ages 14 & up 1:00-3:00 p.m.
WATERCOLOR BIRD PAINTING WORKSHOP (Beginner-Intermediate)
Bring photographs or references of birds for your project. Please be aware
that your reference is large and clear. Students will be blocking in drawing
then adding feathers, with paint application and value as our focus.
Instructor will be helping students one-on one with problem solving and
questions. Bring your own supplies. E-mail Marianne for supply list at:
[email protected].
Marianne Pionati Hilke, art instructor
Sunday-April 2
Class Fee: $40 (payable to BIAA)
#TA04-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (w/1/2 hour break)
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS 2017
HOMESCHOOL ART CLASSES AVAILABLE
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221 regarding options for scheduling homeschool art classes.
A variety of dates and times can be scheduled to suit your needs.
SCOUTING BADGE ART REQUIREMENTS
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221 to schedule a special class based on your needs for
scouting badge fulfillment.
ART RELATED BIRTHDAY PARTIES AVAILABLE
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221 for more info and scheduling.
FREE PROGRAMS
ARTS IN THE EARLY MORNING
The Butler Institute of American Art - FREE Monthly Programs Thursdays at 10am
FREE
FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Youngstown Butler, Sundays at 1:30 pm
Join Sandy Trolio, a Butler art instructor, and Butler docents for an afternoon of fun at the museum. Listen to a story in
Sweeney Children's Gallery, and visit a museum exhibit. Then return to Sweeney to create a work of art based on your
museum experience. This program appeals to pre-school through primary grade children and is a great opportunity for
families to spend quality time together as they learn about art. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 115 for more information.
January 15, 2017 • February 19, 2017
March 19, 2017 • April 9, 2017 (dates are tentative)
FREE
FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Butler Trumbull Branch, Saturdays at 2:00 pm
Sandy Trolio, Butler art instructor, and the children's librarian from the Howland Branch of the Warren-Trumbull County
Library join for an afternoon of art and literature. A children's librarian reads a story from the library collection and a Butler
art instructor directs an art activity. Registration is not required. The program is free and geared for children 10 years of age
and younger accompanied by an adult. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 115 for more information.
January 21, 2017 • February 18, 2017
March 11, 2017 • April 8, 2017 (dates are tentative)
Mark your calendar for the museum's annual
Summer Visual Arts Daycamp 2017
at the TRUMBULL BRANCH
for children ages 8-12
Tuesday through Friday, July 18-21 and July 25-28, 2017.
For more information contact Education Director Joyce Mistovich
at 330.743.1107, ext 114.
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To register by phone, please call 330.743.3630.
the Thomases Family Endowment
of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Art Classes
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E D U C A T I O
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WINTER/SPRING
2017
This publication includes classes and programs at two loca
BUTLER INSTITUTE/BEECHER CENTER
BUTLER NORTH - YOUNGSTOWN, OH
BUTLER TRUMBULL BRANCH
HOWLAND TOWNSHIP, OHIO
THE BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN
524 Wick Avenue • Youngstown, Ohio 44502
330.743.3630
www.butlerart.com