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Courses need a minimum of 5 students to run. Please register no later than 7 days prior to the first class.

• Continuing students are welcome in each class!
• Please register early to avoid disappointment. You may register online at www.ssac.org, call (781)383-2787 to register by phone with a credit card or see page 31 for mail-in registration.
• No classes will be held Monday, May 26, Memorial Day.
• Young adults, 15 years and older, are welcome to enroll in most adult courses with the permission of the instructor.
• In the event of inclement weather, the Art Center follows the Cohasset Public Schools school closings. Should a storm emerge during the day, please call 781-383-2787 x 10 for any class cancellations.
• Sibling Discount! Please take $10 off the total tuition if you are registering more than one child from your family for our courses. (Sorry, workshops cannot be discounted.)
• Materials are included for Children/ Teen Courses and Workshops unless noted. Students must provide their own materials for Adult Courses and Workshops unless noted.
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Your Very Own ArtWeeks (Ages 4 1/2–6)
Ann Conte

The Art Center’s youngest artists are invited to join one of our new Artweeks designed to introduce different thematic units and inspire individual masterpieces. Friday’s class each week will feature an art show for family and friends.
$100M $125NM

100a Rainforest Rhythm
July 7–July 11
Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:30 Enjoy a jungle safari through the rainforest! Colorful birds, flowers and creatures will come to life throughout our week of exploration.

100a M $100	100a NM $125

100b Tie Dye
July 14–July 18
Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:30
Color your world with fun as we explore color through tie-dye and batik techniques on objects from paper to t-shirts.

100b M $100	100b NM $125

100c Animal World
July 21–July 25
Mon–Fri, 10:00-11:30
For those who love fuzzy, furry, and not-so fuzzy/furry creatures. We will explore the animal kingdom using an array of materials including clay to create a menagerie of fun.

100c M $100	100c NM $125

100d Flying through Summer
July 28–August 1
Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:30
We will look to the sky for artistic inspiration—from bugs to hot-air balloons and kites we will create art that soars!

100d M $100	100d NM $125

100e Around the World
August 4–August 8
Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:30
Pack your passport and get ready to fly to a new country each day! As the Summer Olympic Games get started, your adventure will include a visit to China and the ancient home of the Olympics—Greece

100e M $100	100e NM $125

Summer Program for Kids

Art Afternoons—Summer 2008 (for Grades 1–4)
Patrice Kelley and SSAC Faculty
Embark on a creative adventure this summer with the South Shore Art Center’s popular ART AFTERNOONS—offered for 6 weeks. Students will explore, create and investigate art, including clay, drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture. Each week will introduce a new thematic unit. There will be both group and individual projects in a fun, supportive, and air-conditioned environment. Students will enjoy a mid-afternoon break with snack and an art show for family and friends at the end of the week. (Programs subject to change.)
$175M $200NM

192a July 7–July 11 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Native America

192a M $175	192a NM $200

192b July 14–July 18 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Wild About Animals

192b M $175	192b NM $200

192c July 21–July 25 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Art of Ancient Civilizations

192c M $175	192c NM $200

192d July 28–August 1 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Create & Perform

192d M $175	192d NM $200

192e August 4–August 8 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Oceans

192e M $175	192e NM $200

192f August 11–August 15 Mon–Fri, 12:30–3:30 Piece it Together

192f M $175	192f NM $200

150 Drawn to Nature (grades 4–7)
Charissa Roberts
Summertime offers artists inspiration—with blue skies, lush foliage, cumulus clouds, blooming flowers, and rippling waters. In this 4-week class students will develop their drawing skills by exploring nature themes using colored pencils, pastel, and watercolor. Weather permitting students also will enjoy plein air (outdoor) painting at the Cohasset Common. Join this supportive class designed for the emerging artist.
7/8–7/29 Tuesday afternoon 4:00–5:30
$75M $100NM 4 classes

150 M $75	150 NM $100

152 Fashion & Fiber Studio
(grades 4–7)
Kaitlin Thurlow
Have you got an eye for clothing and design? Learn to draw drapery and expressive poses with your own unique flair. Students will construct mock-ups of original designs on mannequins and will receive personal attention as they explore weaving, knitting, simple hand sewing, pattern making, embroidery and tailoring techniques.
7/7–8/11 Monday pm 4:00–5:30
$100M $125NM 6 classes

152 M $100	152 NM $125

154 Dig In: Create with Clay
(grades 4–7)
Janice Bracken
A chance for creative exploration of pottery and sculpture! Students will be taught all of the basic hand-building techniques as well as the potter’s wheel. Bring your fantastic ideas and imagination—)and dig in! All pieces will be glazed and fired.
7/9–8/13 Wednesday pm 4:00–5:30
$100M $125NM 6 classes

154 M $100	154 NM $125

160 Chinese Art & Sculpture
(grades 6–9)
Ann Conte
In anticipation of the summer Olympic games in Beijing, middle school artists will be introduced to popular Chinese art forms including Chinese brush painting flowers & birds, character writing/calligraphy, and sculpture. This 4-week class will be fun for students looking for specialized art instruction!
7/8–7/29 Tuesday pm 4:00–5:30 4 classes
$75M $100NM

160 M $75	160 NM $100

171 Painting Studio
(grades 8–12)
Margaret Bellafiore
This course is designed for middle and high school students who are serious about art and looking for individualized instruction. Through the painting medium, students will explore basic drawing elements of line and composition, learn color mixing, and work with both oils and acrylics. Weather permitting, classes will be held outdoors to explore plein air painting on/near the beautiful Cohasset Common and harbor. Students will be responsible for purchasing some materials.
7/10–8/14 Thursday pm 4:00–6:00
$125M $150NM 6 classes

171 M $125	171 NM $150

175 High School Portfolio
Intensive (grades 10–12) Danielle Mason Mihaley and
Chelsea McAlarney
Students who are seriously considering art school will benefit from this portfolio prep course. Over the weeklong course, students will sharpen their artistic skills, be introduced to new media and techniques, and produce quality portfolio pieces for application to an art school. Instruction will focus on both the technical and conceptual aspects of creating two-dimensional artwork. Students should be prepared for the workdays to simulate studio classes in art school.

Danielle Mason Mihaley is an art teacher in the Scituate Public Schools. Chelsea McAlarney is currently a student at Rhode Island School of Design concentrating in illustration. She attended pre-college at the Maryland Institute College of Art.
8/18–8/22 Monday–Friday 9:00–5:00
$195M $220NM 5 classes

175 M $195	175 NM $220

7/21, 7/22, 7/23 Mon–Wed
10:00 am–Noon
7/24 Thursday 10:00 am–2:00 pm
$175M $200NM

177 M $175	177 NM $200

Grades 10–12
Students looking to develop their artistic skills are encouraged to take the Art Studio II class on Thursday afternoons. In addition, Adult Courses are available to young adults ages 16 and older. Please contact the Art Center for more information or guidance in choosing the course that is right for you!

Scholarship

Scholarships for elementary age school children are available based on need through the generosity of the Lois Weltman Memorial Fund for Children. Please inquire at SSAC office for more information.

In addition, financial aid is available to all SSAC students based on need.