Islip Arts Council 2017 Winter Concert Series The Islip Arts Council is dedicated to leadership, advocacy and excellence in the arts by presenting, producing and promoting culturally responsive, high quality programs for diverse populations in varied artistic disciplines. www.isliparts.org Bayard Cutting Arboretum—Winter Concert Series Sundays 2 PM - Seating is Limited Presented by the Islip Arts Council with support from Natural Heritage trust, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, and Astoria bank. $8.00 New York State Parking Fee Gemini Journey - February 5th Kaplan Duo - February 12th Sereande Duo - February 19th Trio Portinari - February 26th Canta Libre Chamber - March 5th Cross Island - March 12th Bradley Burgess - March 19 th Visit our Facebook page Islip-Arts-Council, website isliparts.org, stop in the office or call (631) 224-5420 Islip Arts Council History Exhibition Room Brookwood Hall 50 Irish Lane East Islip, NY 11730 School of Cultural Arts W i n t e r 2 0 1 7 “East Islip from the Sky” November 30, 2016– February 2017 Featuring 1930’s aerial pictures of East Islip. Great river and Islip Terrace A DAY AT THE MUSEUM Thursdays or Fridays call to register. Fee: $5.00 per student Registration: Mail-in, In Person or Phone-In. You do not have to be a Town of Islip resident to take classes. Call 631-224-5420 for information. The I sli p Ar t s Co un c il thr o ug h i t s S c h o ol o f Cu lt ur al Ar t s of fe r s fi ne a r t, mu sic a n d the a tr e c las se s for a du lt s a nd c hi ldr e n . All c la s se s a r e taug ht by pr o fe s s io na l s in the ir f ie l ds . M e mbe r s of the I sli p Ar t s Co unc il a nd I sl ip Ar t M use um ar e e nt it le d to a 1 0 % di sc o un t o n c la ss e s . Register by mail, in person, or over the phone. You do not have to be a Town of Islip resident to take classes. Call us at 631-224-5420 for information. Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm ~ Saturday & Sunday 12pm – 4pm 12 Hidden History of Islip Tours for 2017 Pet Portraits and Studio Time With Francisco Bonilla This class is dedicated to those friends that make our lives more complicated but, give us company and happiness—our pets! A Spanish Artist from Malaga (Picasso’s birth city) will teach you painting and drawing methods while you have a fun and relaxing experience where you will learn about the animals’ anatomy but will also learn drawing and mixing methods. You will bring home a portrait of your favorite pet or animal. Mondays: 10:00 am—1:00 pm Session A:January 9,16,23,30 Session B: February 6, 13,20,27 Session C: March 6,13,20,27 Session D: April 3,10,17,24 Member Fee: $80 Non-Member Fee: $105 Watercolor for All With Jody Banaszak Students will learn the basics of watercolor and use several techniques to complete several paintings. Students work on more challenging techniques to complete several watercolor paintings. New students should request material list. Mondays: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm and/or 7:00 pm—9:00 pm Session A: January 30, February 6,13,20,27, March 6 Session B: March 20,27, April 3,10,17,24 Member Fee: $85 Non-Member Fee: $110 Printmaking without a press! With Chris Ann Ambery This is a beginner to intermediate level printmaking class, no prior printmaking experience necessary. In this course students will explore a variety of monotype and relief printmaking 2 techniques. We will be using non-toxic water soluble materials such as Akua inks and Caran D’ ache crayons. Students are encouraged to use their own imagery to explore creative solutions to the printmaking methods and experiment with various materials. (ADULTS & MATURE TEENS) Materials fee $20 paid to instructor (includes ink, plates, papers etc.) Mondays: 3:30 pm—5:30 pm Session A: January 23, February 6,10,17,24 Member Fee: $85 per session Non-Member Fee: $110 Intro to Art History: High Italian renaissance With Jay Schuck A foundation course is designed for those interested in the art produced in Central Italy during the 15th – 16th centuries. Artists of this period are known for their close observation of the natural world and human figures, sophisticated use of iconography, and their innovations in composition, perspective, and design. The course acts as a continuation to Early Italian Renaissance course and will examine the artwork of Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and their contemporaries. Mondays: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Session A: March 13,20,27, April 3, 10,17,24 Tuesdays: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Session B; May 9,16,23,30, June 6,13 20 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 Intro to Art History: Early Italian Renaissance With Jay Schuck A foundation course for those with an interest in art produced in Central Italy Check with the Islip Arts Council website for itineraries and dates. ALL HISTORY TOURS INCLUDE BUS, TOUR, LUNCH AND/OR SNACKS. PLEASE TIP DRIVER $2pp TO REGISTER:USE FORM PROVIDED FOR HISTORICAL TOURS. Call Islip Arts Council for further information 631-224-5420 The Islip Arts Council is dedicated to leadership, advocacy and excellence in the arts. The council provides high quality programs for diverse populations in varied artistic disciplines. The Islip Art Museum is the leading exhibition space for contemporary art on Long Island. The Museum presents at least five exhibitions per year in its main galleries. Exhibitions are organized to reflect issues and concerns in the current art world. 11 Islip Art Museum Upcoming 2017 The Structure of Things - January 15 - March 12 January 15—March 12, 2017 Reception January 29 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Suggested donation $5 Survey of Contemporary Art on Long Island - April 2 - June 4 April 2– June 4, 2017 Special IAM Up Late & Reception April 29 from 7:00pm –10:00 pm Suggested donation $5 Sunday Stroll Every Second Sunday of the Month Stop in for Informal Guided tour of our current exhibits. Groups of five or more must make reservation. Please call the office at (631) 224-5402 Islip Art Museum Special Programs IAM Up Late Series: Museum signature event, IAM Up Late is Long Island’s premier after-hours multimedia artist networking event and public arts experience, with goal of providing new and innovative museum quality opportunities for artist of various career levels and disciplines. IAM Slide Slam Series 2017: The Islip Art Museum will host a series of Slide Slam events in collaboration with various arts organizations, museums, and galleries. Please visit islipartmuseum.org for more information Islip Arts Council presents several juried exhibits of Local Artists Exhibits change on a 4- 6 week rotating schedule ART IN THE HALL at Islip Town Hall ART IN THE AIRPORT at MacArthur Airport Open Call Submissions For Islip Arts Council 2017 Call 631-223-5420 For More Information 10 during the 13th–15th centuries, a time known as the Early Renaissance. The artists of this period made a conscious break with Gothic tradition, ushering in a new artistic movement that would reach its height in the late 15th century. The work of major artists from this period include Giotto, Massaccio, Donatello, Pierodella Francesca, Botticelli, and more. Mondays: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Session A: March 13,20,27, April 3,10,17,24 Tuesdays: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Session B: May 9,16,23,30, June 6,13,20 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 Through the Lens: Introduction Waterscape & Wildlife Photography With John P. Cardone Local author and photographer, John P. Cardone conducts this ten hour class based on his photo book Waterviews: A Collection of Photographs, Thoughts, and Experiences. The class is interactive as John brings up topics and hands out weekly photo-shoot assignments to get you involved. So, bring your camera equipment, take lots of outdoor pictures, and come prepared to discuss your photo work while learning from others. Topics include: camera features, the technical side (or how to adjust), waterscape photo composition & techniques, natural lighting, panorama photography, wildlife photography-including the challenge of birds in-flight. Plus extras: adding watermarks, copyright info, choosing print sizes, how to matt & how to frame a photo. Students will create a class photo calendar from the best outdoor photographs using Vista Print. Tuesdays: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Session A: April 18,25, May 2,9,16 Member Fee: $100 Non-Member Fee: $125 Brush Painting: East Meets West With Pola Lanzaro Capture the spirit of your subject in a spontaneous style while learning the basic Sumi-e. Students will work with ink and watercolor on rice paper and are encouraged to paint from inspiration. Beginners welcome. Tuesdays: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Session A: January 3,10,17,24 Session B: March 7,14,21,28 Session C: April 4,11,18,25 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 Make & Heal Jewelry With Diana Dietrich Jewelry Making and Art...of all kinds! I find creating things makes me take time for myself and brings me joy. Come find what makes you happy. All are simple, fun and easy. You can make beaded bracelets, metal and wire pendants and/or earrings. We will use healing crystals and create jewelry with love. Transform old to new...recycled and Repurposed Art and jewelry. Using alcohol inks you can make pendants, candles, picture frames and more. Tuesdays: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Session A: January 10,17,24,31, and February 7 Session B: March 7,14,21,28, April 4 Member Fee: $75 per session Non-Member Fee:$100 per session 3 Intro to Art History: The Northern Renaissance With Jay Schuck The course will survey the artwork produced in Northern Europe, particularly the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium. Beginning with the development of Early Netherlandish Art and continuing to the time of the Reformation. Artists to be examined : include Jan Van Eyck, Petrus Christus, Albrecht Durer, Bosch, Pieter Brueghel, and more. Tuesdays: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Session A: March 14,21,28 April 4,11,18,25 Mondays: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Session B: May 8,15,22,29, June 5,12,19 Member Fee:$75 per session Non-Member Fee: $100 per session wholesome ingredients focusing on mostly plant based snacks/meals/ techniques while also learning how to stock your pantry to create those meals for yourself and your family. Nancy Sobel Butcher is a chef trained at The Natural Gourmet Institute in NYC with a lifetime of cooking experience. She is a private chef and also is a food stylist assistant and recipe developer/tester. Tuesdays: 6:30 pm– 8:30 pm Session A: April 18,25 Member Fee: $40 Non-Member Fee $65 Seascapes / Landscape Painting With Carisa Nappi Capture the sun and beautiful Long Island Coast in a relaxed painting class geared for all levels. Beginners welcome! Students will create their own seascape studio acrylic painting with guidance and demonstration. Tuesdays: 6:00 pm—8:00 pm Ages 12 and up Session A: February 7,14,21,28 Session B: March 21, 28, April 4,11 Member Fee: $85 Non-Member Fee: $105 Call for material list Intro to Art History: Art of the Dutch Republic With Jay Schuck The course will survey the artwork produced in the Dutch Republic during the 17th century, a time known as the Golden Age of Dutch Painting. The course will explore the various genres of paintings, such as portraits, landscapes, scenes of the everyday and the artists who made them. Artists to be examined include Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Painting in Oil and Acrylics Frans W e Hals, p r and e s more. e n t a l l t h e s e pWith r o gRandy ram s for you... Weisbin Tuesdays: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm subjectsState of your Annual Concert at Heckscher Park choice in a relaxed Session Philharmonic A: March 14,21,28 Aprilin the Park—Paint workshop environment, with instruction 4,11,18,25 Islip Arts Day – the 25-year tradition of the antiques andto collectibles fair tailored the individual. Color theory, Mondays: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm composition, technique, and other Summer Concerts — at Bayard Cutting Arboretum and the Bay Shore Band Shell Session B: May 8,15,22,29, June 5,12, 19 principles of art will be addressed. New Member Fee: $75 Winter Concerts—Classical concerts at Bayard students Cutting Arboretum Carriage House should request material list. Non-Member Fee: $100 Wednesdays: 10:30 am –Hall 12:30 Annual Jazz Fest— A weekend of Outstanding Jazz at Historic Brookwood Parkpm and/ or 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm The Art of Clean Eating School Of Cultural Arts—The acclaimed series of arts classes offered at Brookwood Hall Session A: January 4,11,18,25, February With Chef Nancy Sobel Art Exhibits—year round in Islip Town Hall and 1,8,15,22 at Long Island MacArthur Airport. Learn how to cook beautiful and Session B:Island,” March 1,8,15,22,29, April Islip Art Museum contemporary according to the NY Times. nourishing food —“the usingleading healthful andart museum on Long Help Keep The Arts Alive In Islip 4 VOLUNTEERS WANTED We are looking for volunteers for the Islip Arts Council as well as for the Museum. Donate your time to help with administrative tasks, greeting guests, working in the gift shop, along with education, social, and special events such as Jazz Fest and the Concert in the Park. Earn a Free Class. Accumulated volunteered hours will earn you a complimentary Islip Arts Council class. Volunteers will work along side staff and other volunteers in historic Brookwood Hall at the Islip Art Museum. You’ll have the opportunity to work at concerts and fairs, on and/or off site and assist at many programs. Call Linda Weingarten 631-224-5420 today. Museum Programs Docent Programs: For National Art Honor Society Students The annual National Art Honor Society requirement will be fulfilled by students’ work as docents at the Islip Art Museum. Selected students will train with museum staff to become part of volunteer staff and will be assigned a schedule for giving tours A Day At The Museum Spend the day at the Islip Art Museum and Create art based on the current exhibit. This is a collaborative program with the museum and local high schools. Islip Art Museum will provide a guided tour for students and teachers and the classroom space required for completion of a project. High school teachers will visit the museum prior to the field trip to develop a lesson to be incorporated into the school visit. Individual schools will provide materials for project. Thursdays or Fridays call to register Fee:$5.00 per student Looking For After School Students to Volunteer An Hour or Two! Islip Arts Day 2017 Arts, Antiques & Collectibles Music & More Coming In The Spring Classic Cars and Artists Wanted Vendors please call (631)224-5420 9 CHILDREN & TEEN CLASSES Art Adventures! With Carisa Nappi Draw, paint, and create! This twodimensional design course explores the elements of art and design along with the amazing art work of the great masters. A new skill will be featured each class for students to use as their own inspiration for their masterpieces. All school-aged children welcome, 6 and up. Tuesday: 4:30 pm—6:00 pm Session A: February 7, 14,21,28 Session B: March 21,28, April 4,11 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 Art Explorations! With Martha Pinnola Put on your artist's beret, take out your pencils and paint brushes and we'll explore the world of art! We'll introduce gesture drawing, illustration, Chinese brush painting and calligraphy, nature's texture designs, hand made stamping, wax resists and more. Thursday after school. Ages 6-13 Thursdays: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Session A: January 19,26, February 2,9,16 Session B: March 2,9,16, April 6,20 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 The Art of Cartooning and Illustration With Martha Pinnola Put your artist’s beret and grab your pencils and sketchbook! We’ll be learning about gesture drawing and the artist’s was of looking at the world. This class will explore the art of Norman Rockwell, Theodore Geisel (Dr. Seuss), Maurice Sendak, Jan Brett and more! A class for those who love to draw, with fun ideas and techniques to bring out the artist within. Music adds to our artistic inspiration! Ages 6—12 Saturdays: 10:30 am—12:00 pm Session A:: January 21,28, February 4,11 Session B: March 4,11, April 1,8 Member Fee: $50 Non-Member Fee: $75 Concert In The Park July 15, 2017 Honor Our Heroes Help Keep The Arts Alive In Islip We present all these programs for you... Annual Philharmonic Concert in the Park— at Heckscher State Park Islip Arts Day – the 25-year tradition of the antiques and collectibles fair Summer Concerts— at Bayard Cutting Arboretum and the Bay Shore Band Shell Winter Concerts—Classical concerts at Bayard Cutting Arboretum Carriage House Annual Jazz Fest— A weekend of Outstanding Jazz at Historic Brookwood Hall Park School Of Cultural Arts—The acclaimed series of arts classes offered at Brookwood Hall Art Exhibits—year round in Islip Town Hall and at Long Island MacArthur Airport. Islip Art Museum —“the leading contemporary art museum on Long Island,” according to the NY Times. Thank you for making this possible. Help Keep Arts Alive by 5,12,19 Session C: April 26, May 3,10,17,24,31, June 7,14 Member Fee: $125 Non-Member Fee: $150 Painting for Beginners & Advanced With Anthony D’Avino Learn to paint like a professional. Individual attention through guided instruction allows each artist to develop at his or her own pace and ability. Instructor will address color theory, composition, perspective, and figure in the medium of each student’s choice. (Mature Teens + Adults) Wednesdays: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Session B: February 15,22, March 1,8,15,22,29, April 5,12,19 Session C: April 26, May 3,10,17,24,31, June 7,14,21,28 Member Fee: $150 Non-Member Fee: $175 Spiritual Meditation With Reiki Master Linda Weingarten Learn to still your mind and listen to your inner spirit. This class will incorporate worldly techniques to help you heal and free your emotions and get in touch with your spiritual guides. Techniques include EFT, Reiki, Hypnosis, color theory and many others. Linda Weingarten is a Reiki Master/ Teacher, a National Guild Certified Hypnotist, and certified in Guided Meditation and Acupressure. The classes are designed both as a series and as stand-alone classes, so you can attend any class even if the series has already started. Wednesdays: 6:15 pm - 8:15 pm Session C: March 1,8,15,22,29 Member Fee: $75 Non-Member Fee: $100 Post Impressionism With John Cino Post Impressionism provides a link between Impressionism and early 20th Century abstraction. This course will examine the development of Post Impressionism from its predecessor. It will give an in depth look into the art of the major Post Impressionists and Art Noveau artists. Some artists covered will be Seurat, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin, sculptor August Rodin, Tolusse Lautrec, Gustave Klimt and Edvard Munch. Seven sessions, 1:30 hours per session Wednesday: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Session A: January 18,25, February 1,8,15,22, 29 Member Fee: $75 per session Non-Member Fee:$100 Beginners Yoga With Lauren Adamkiewicz “The Roving Yogi” This course is designed for beginners. Spend an hour stretching, breathing, and strengthening your body through yoga practice. Bring your own mat and water bottle. Thursdays: 9:45 am - 10:45 am and/ or 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Session A: January 26, February 2,9 16,23, March 2 Session B: March 16,23,30, April 6,13,20 Member Fee: $45 per session Non-Member Fee:$70 per session Life Study: Multiple Pose / Sustained Pose Class meets without an instructor. Figure Drawing. Draw, paint, or sculpt from a life model in the dining room studio of historic Brookwood Renewing your membership now. Not yet a member, join us. 8 5 Hall. Bring your preferred art materials and pack a snack. Enjoy our park and lake or browse our galleries. Thursdays: 11:00 am -2:00 pm Session A: January 19, 26 (Weather permitting) Session B: February16,23 (Weather permitting) Session C: March 16,23 Session D: April 20,27 Member Fee: $25 Non-Member Fee: $50 Stained Glass: Beginners With In House Instructor Learn the art of stained glass using the same copper foil technique used by Tiffany. Using the basic methods of cutting & soldering stained glass, as well as help design fabrication, you will be able to create lovely window pieces. Depending on abilities, 3 dimensional pieces may also be possible. Simple patterns will be supplied, or bring your own. (ten pieces or less). Saturdays: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Session A: January 21,28 February 4,11, 18 Member Fee: $100 Non-Member Fee: $125 Class is limited to six students, reserve early Drawing & Sketching With Marlene Bezich This time honored media is essential to any artist’s education. Class will cover many types of papers and techniques surrounding Charcoal and Pencil rendering. Still life subjects will be available and if possible a portrait sitting. The art of “Quick Sketch” will be explored as well as 6 many other drawing exercises. Students will leave the class with better understanding and appreciation for creating in black and white. Fridays: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Session A:March 10,17,24,31, April 7,14 Member Fee;$100 per session Non-Member Fee:$125 per session “Color” The Artists Supreme Tool With Marlene Bezich An understanding of color helps to ensure a successful creative journey for the artist, while at the same time guiding the viewer throughout the work like a poetic song. We will discuss color theory and use of it within artwork. Utilizing practical examples, we will attempt to simplify the, at times complicated, aspects of color usage. Fridays: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Session A: January 13,20,27, February 3,10,17 Member Fee: $100 per session Non-Member Fee: $125 per session Colored Pencils or Pastels With Marlene Bezich Students in this class can create with either colored pencils or pastels! The instructor will explore the various layering techniques of both, while reviewing composition, drawing and color theory. Students will paint from life as well as utilizing photographs. All matter of subjects will be explored in a relaxed and educational atmosphere. Class participants will leave with a solid knowledge of their chosen medium! Fridays: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Session A: January 13,20,27, Fabruary 3,10,17 Session B: March 10,17,24,31 April 7,14 Member Fee: $100 Non-Member Fee: $125 The Art Spirit With Martha Pinnola Adults & Mature Teens. With your love and spirit for artistic ventures, we will explore new approaches and medium in a relaxed and musical environment. We will use graphite, conte crayon, charcoal pen and ink to develop drawing skills. We will introduce the ancient and beautiful technique of Chinese brush painting and calligraphy and move into color with pastel and watercolor. Fridays: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Session A:January 20,27, February 3,10 Session B: March 3,10,17, April 7 Member Fee $ 50 per session Non-Member Fee $75 per session Creative Arts!!! With Meagan Flaherty Classes provide individuals guidance as they explore a range of tools and creative mediums. Students will be challenged to complete personal, expressive projects and will be mentored in a variety of techniques and ideologies. Class time is tailored to each artist’s goals and needs. Meagan Flaherty is an active member of Long Island’s creative community, and has worked in the arts for over a decade. She has juried shows for South Bay Art Association, and has shown her work across the island. She continues to offer classes that focus on creativity and personal growth. Fridays: 6;30 pm - 8:30 pm Session A: January 20,27, February Member Fee $100 per session Non-Member Fee $125 per session ADULT WORKSHOPS Reiki Circle With Reiki Master/Teacher Linda Weingarten Reiki share, Reiki circle, is a gathering of like-minded Reiki believers who participate in group healing treatments on each other. The main purpose for the Reiki share is to give and receive Reiki in a casual atmosphere of friendship, honor, positive energy and devotion. Thursdays: 6:30 pm—8:00 pm The 1st Thursday of the month Session A: February Session B: March Fee: $10 (Must pre-register / Pay evening Silk Scarf Painting (Dyeing) With Donna Carey-Zucker Hand dye your own beautiful silk scarf in the design & colors of your choice. You will learn & dye silk using French silk dyes, non toxic. Using resist technique, alcohol and salt. Silk Scarf will be provided as well as a practice swatch and all supplies. Thursdays: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Session A; January 12,19,26, February 2 Member Fee:$175 Non-Member Fee:$200(includes material fee) Mosaic & tile Workshop With Stella Castro Using left over stained glass pieces (glass shards) and ceramic tiles (broken pieces) and broken plates, the class will cover a wooden box, serving tray, small table top, terra cotta flower pot. Wooden framed mirror, or simply create an artistically designed wall piece on flat piece of wood. Saturdays: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Session B: March 4,11 Member Fee $50 per session Non-Member Fee $ 75 per session 7
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