An Eye on ArtGallery at 48 Natoma

“Colorful Abstraction”May 20 - July 7

Glass by Nina Paladino and Michael Hansen; Acrylics by Wendy Mattson

“Pastel Society of the West Coast”July 15 - September 1Juried 80 Member Group ShowCoordinated workshop and demonstration dates to be announced.

Community Gallery“El Dorado Hills Arts Association”July 7th - August 31stArtist studio preview tour.

“Annual Student Art Show”July 15 - September 1Student work from the Senior and Art Center classes.

This exciting professional gallery is OPEN TO ALL AGES. An interesting line-up of art exhibits will showcase art by regional and national artists, area museum collections as well as national traveling exhibitions. The Gallery at 48 Natoma offers high quality, original art exhibits to our community in a wide variety of styles and medias. The public is also invited to attend great opening night receptions the first Friday night of each exhibit. Gallery admission is free. Free tours through the gallery can be arranged for schools and groups. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm. Some evening and weekend hours are also open to the public, please call ahead for our current evening/weekend schedule, (916) 355-7285.

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Summer 2011Art classes, camps and gallery newsletter.

Muddy Hands Clay Camp with Jackie SwansonLearn how to create unique pieces of art. Your pieces are fired and picked up at a pre-arranged date.Ages 4-7244295-01 Tu-F 6/21-6/24 10:00-11:00A344295-01 Tu-F 7/26-7/29 10:00-11:00ALocation: 48 NatomaFee: $107 / $100 resident discount; all materials included

Cartooning A to Z with Courtney TiceLearn to draw and paint our favorite friends from the movies and books we love. This will include Disney’s greats and Japanese animation (Man-ga).Ages 6-8216002-01 M-Th 6/6-6/9 10:00A-1:00PAges 9-14216002-02 M-Th 6/6-6/9 1:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $147 / $140 resident discount

Adventures in Acylics with Courtney TiceLearn the basics of painting with acrylics on paper and canvas with animals from around the world as the subject matter.Ages 5-8216003-01 M-Th 6/13-6/16 10:00A-1:00PAges 9-14216003-02 M-Th 6/13-6/16 1:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $147 / $140 resident discount; $12 materials feeHorses: Magical and Historical with Courtney TiceLearn how to draw and paint horses from their historical past and horses from stories we all love.Ages 6-8214823-01 M-Th 6/20-6/23 10:00A-1:00PFee: $147 / $140 resident discounFashion Design with Courtney TiceLearn how to draw the human figure and about composition and color theory. Draw and paint, and use mixed media to create wonderful new fashion designs.Ages 9-14214823-02 M-Th 6/20-6/23 1:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $147 / $140 resident discount

Adventures in Acrylics with Courtney TiceLearn about creatures of the sea, including every-thing from dolphins and sea monsters!Ages 6-8316001-01 M-Th 7/18-7/21 10:00A-1:00PAges 9-14316001-02 M-Th 7/18-7/21 1:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $147 / $140 resident discount; $12 materials fee

Animals with Courtney TiceLearn how to draw and paint wolves, cats and your favorite wild animal!Ages 6-8316002-01 M-Th 8/1-8/4 10:00A-1:00PAges 9-14316002-02 M-Th 8/1-8/4 1:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $147 / $140 resident discountFine Arts Camp with Suzanne BellLearn hands-on techniques and expand your creative knowledge in sketching, painting, fabric art, pastels, foil art, cartooning and more. Artis-tic studies include abstract, landscapes, animals, surrealism, realism and famous artists. Our final project is an art show. Each camp introduces new lessons. Dress for mess and bring a sack lunch.Ages 7-13214821-01 M-Th 6/20-6/23 9:00A-1:00PLocation: Folsom Community Center314821-01 M-Th 7/25-7/28 9:00A-1:00PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $107 / $100 resident discount; $18 materials fee due to instruc-tor at first class

Clay Sculpture Camp with Jackie Swan-sonHand sculpt fun projects and turn simple shapes into unique pieces of art. Clay projects are fired and picked up at a prearranged date.Ages 8-13244296-01 Tu-F 6/21-6/24 12:00-1:45P344296-01 Tu-F 7/26-7/29 12:00-1:45PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $143 / $136 resident discount

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Fairy Tale Theater and Ballet Campwith Come Dance With Me Performing Arts WorkshopCampers will create their own fairy tales and let theirimagination come to life. Creating props, learning to dance and act are all incorporated – at the end of the week they’ll show off what they’ve learned.Ages 3-6240019-01 M-F 6/6-6/10 1:30-3:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $137 / $130 resident discount

Prodigy Theater Campwith Come Dance With Me Performing Arts WorkshopPerform a short version of a well know play. Students will learn from scripts and make the props! At the end of the week the students will perform a show. Get ready to act, sing and dance!Ages 6-12310039-01 M-F 7/18-7/22 1:30-4:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $137 / $130 resident discount

MovieWorkz! Television ChannelExplore video production behind the scenes and in front of the camera by creating live TV shows that will be streamed online! In this cutting-edge media camp students will learn basics about the produc-tion process and will create their own shows, such as talk shows or interview shows, and more.Ages 9-12210073-01 M-F 6/20-6/24 1:30-5:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $157 / $150 resident discount; $20 materials fee due to instructor at first classMovieWorkz! Filmmaking CampExperience the entire movie-making production process from script to finished video. This is an amaz-ing opportunity for hands-on multidisciplinary creative and artistic expression. Participants will explore fundamentals of video production and will apply them to the camp projects. Cameras and computerequipment are provided.Ages 9-13210074-01 M-F 6/27-7/1 1:30-5:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $157 / $150 resident discount

MovieWorkz! Stop Motion AnimationThis is an opportunity for younger students to experience the entire animation production process from story idea to creating backgrounds and creating clay characters to tell a story. Students will learn about the image capture process, video recording techniques and more. Participants will explore the funda-mentals of art and stop motion animation video production. Cameras and computer equipment are provided.Ages 9-14340017-01 M-F 8/1-8/5 1:30-5:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $157 / $150 resident discount; $20 materials fee due to instructor at first class

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Voice and Keyboard Campwith Come Dance With Me Performing Arts Work-shop Learn the basics of the keyboard! Under-stand the keyboards different keys, pitches and the different sounds of the keyboard. Start with simple drills to identify and memorize keys which will then be incorporated into songs they can play on the keyboard.Ages 6-8210070-01 M-F 6/13-6/17 1:30-3:00PLocation: Folsom Comm CenterFee: $97 / $90 resident discount

Music Explorerswith Francesca AndersonThis fun and creative music fundamentals class includes introduction to music notation. A simple and fun method for teaching basic principles to young children. Introduction to music notation, playing songs on the recorder, famous composers and variations in musical styles will be explored.Games, skits, and drawing are used to keep the learning fun!Ages 5-9340005-01 M-Th 7/18-7/21 10:00-11:00A340005-02 M-Th 8/1-8/4 10:00-11:00ALocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $87 / $80 resident discount; $5 materials fee due to instructor at first class

Flute Forcewith Francesca AndersonLearn the essential techniques you need to be-come a powerful flutist! Proper playing position, tone development, and practice skills will be covered while we play great music from the vast flutee ensemble repertoire. Bring your flute and music stand to class.Ages 10-18340006-01 M-Th 7/18-7/21 11:30A-12:30P340006-02 M-Th 8/1-8/4 11:30A-12:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $107 / $100 resident discount

Music Camps and Classes4Beginning Guitar for Youthwith Graham Music ProsStudents will learn proper technique, basic tab-lature and chord chart reading. Bring your own acoustic or electric guitar.Ages 8-12241005-01 Sa 5/7-5/28 11:00A-12:00PLocation: Graham Music ProsFee: $103 / $96 resident discount

Beginning Teen Guitarwith Graham Music ProsStudents learn proper technique, tab reading, chord charts, dexterity exercises and strumming. Bring your acoustic or electric guitar.Ages 13-17244879-01 Sa 6/4-6/25 11:00A-12:00PLocation: Graham Music ProsFee: $103 / $96 resident discount

Music and Keyboard with Come Dance with Me Performing Arts WorkshopLearn the basics of the keyboard! Understand the keyboards different keys, pitches and the different sounds of the keyboard. Start with simple drills to indentify and memorize keys which will then be incorporated into songs they can play on the keyboard.Ages 5-8244473-01 W 5/11-6/1 5:15-6:00P244473-02 W 6/8-6/29 5:15-6:00P344473-01 W 7/6-7/27 5:15-6:00P344473-02 W 8/3-8/24 5:15-6:00P344473-03 W 8/31-9/21 5:15-6:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $76 / $69 resident discount; $7 materials fee sue to instructor at first class

Youth Rock Drummingwith Graham Music ProsStart rockin’! Students will learn to read music, practice good technique and understand timing. A great foundation for any instrument they might study in the future.Bring drum sticks.Ages 8-12344661-01 Sa 7/9-7/30 11:00A-12:00PLocation: Graham Music ProsFee: $103 / $96 resident discount

Ballroom Dance with Jeanne IbenYou’ll learn lead and follow techniques in current popular dances. Each four-week session focuses on one dance, giving you a solid base upon which to learn and progress. Pre-registration re-quired. Private lessons also available by appoint-ment with instructor.Students should wear shoes that stay on; please no flip flops.Ages 16+West Coast Swing 3 242561-01 Tu 5/3-5/24 6:00-7:00PWest Coast Swing 1 242561-02 Tu 5/3-5/24 7:00-8:00PNightclub Two-Step 1 242561-03 Tu 5/3-5/24 8:00-9:00PWest Coast Swing 3 242561-04 Tu 6/7-6/28 6:00-7:00PWest Coast Swing 2 242561-05 Tu 6/7-6/28 7:00-8:00PNightclub Two-Step 2 242561-06 Tu 6/7-6/28 8:00-9:00PWest Coast Swing 3 342561-01 Tu 7/5-7/26 6:00-7:00PSalsa 1 342561-02 Tu 7/5-7/26 7:00-8:00PHustle 1 342561-03 Tu 7/5-7/26 8:00-9:00PWest Coast Swing 3 342561-04 Tu 8/9-8/30 6:00-7:00PSalsa 2 342561-05 Tu 8/9-8/30 7:00-8:00PHustle 2 342561-06 Tu 8/9-8/30 8:00-9:00PLocation: 48 Natoma • Fee: $47 / $40 resident discountBeginner Polynesian Dancewith Natasha ForsbergCome discover the culture of the Polynesian islands. This class will cover Hula and Tahitian basics and began learning dance routines.Ages 16+244326-01 Th 5/5-5/26 5:30-6:30P244326-02 Th 6/2-6/30* 5:30-6:30P344326-01 Th 7/7-7/21** 5:30-6:30P344326-02 Th 8/4-8/25 5:30-6:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $59 / $52 resident discount

Intermediate Polynesian Dancewith Natasha ForsbergStudents that have been in Polynesian dance 6 months or longer. We will continue to build on our basics, learn new dances and have many op-portunities to perform (if you wish).Ages 16+244326-03 Th 5/5-5/26 4:30-5:30P244326-04 Th 6/2-6/30* 4:30-5:30P344326-03 Th 7/7-7/21** 4:30-5:30P344326-04 Th 8/4-8/25 4:30-5:30PLocation: Folsom Sports ComplexFee: $59 / $52 resident discount

Dance Classes 5Beginner Country Line Dancewith Phyllis K. GiffordLearn the basic steps and master beginner danc-es. Once you feel comfortable with the steps, you advance to the beginning level class. You may join our monthly dance at Clarke-Dominquez gym in Rocklin to practice and meet new people. Wear appropriate shoes; no flip flops, heels or backless styles.Ages 16+342551-01 M 7/11-8/1 5:15-6:15P342551-02 M 8/8-8/29 5:15-6:15P442551-01 M 9/12-10/3 5:15-6:15PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $45 / $38 resident discount

Intermediate Country Line Dancewith Phyllis K. GiffordThis class is for dancers who have the basic steps mastered and want to improve their skills. Please wear appropriate shoes. Wear appropriate shoes – no flip flops, heels or backless styles.Ages 16+342551-03 M 7/11-8/1 6:30-7:45P342551-04 M 8/8-8/29 6:30-7:45P442551-03 M 9/12-10/3 6:30-7:45PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $45 / $38 resident discount

Zumbawith Sue O’BrienWould you like a party workout that helps you tone, sculpt and burn calories? Come try Zumba – the fun, high energy dance craze that takes the “work” out of your workout! The Latin dance mu-sic will get your hips and feet moving while you get in shape. Absolutely NO dance experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and tennies and get ready to have some fun!Ages 16+244913-01 W 5/11-5/25* 6:30-7:30P244913-02 W 6/1-6/22 6:30-7:30P344913-01 W 7/13-8/10** 6:30-7:30P344913-02 W 8/17-9/7 6:30-7:30P*Note: fee $37 / $30 resident discount**Note: no class 8/3

Ceramics with Shelley F. SpranzaBeginning and intermediate levels explore various techniques in form building and surface applica-tion. Simple projects will hone your skills. Choose to develop your ideas with proffessional guidance, or create directed projects. For those who want to work with their hands, relax, and suceed in creating beautifully finished pieces of functional or decorative art, wheel throwing optional. Clay purchased from instructor for $10 - $13.Ages 18+241220-01 M 5/9-6/20* 6:00-8:30P241220-02 M 6/27-8/15* 6:00-8:30PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $86 / $79 resident discount *No class 5/30, 7/4, and 7/18

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Ceramic Open Studiowith Shelley F. SpranzaThis open studio is for anyone who is currently regis-tered in one of our other ceramic classes or anyone looking for studio time and professional guidance to work on projects in the studio. Classfee includes glazes and firing.Ages18+241122-01 M 5/9-6/20* 4:30-6:00P241122-02 M 6/27-8/15* 4:30-6:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $43 / $36 resident discount; clay may be purchased from instructor for $10-$13Drop-in fee: $9/day *No class 5/30, 7/4, and 7/18

Raku Technique & Firingwith Shelley F. SpranzaBegin learning the ancient Japanese glazing and firing technique of Raku. Students will create non-functional hand built and/or wheel thrown forms in some of the traditional forms of the Japanese style. Students will learn about the history of Raku and will observe two Raku firings, weather permitting. Pre-requisite: must have taken at least one term of our beginning ceramics class.Ages 18+241229-01 M 5/9-6/20* 9:00A-12:00P*Note: no class 5/30Location: 48 NatomaFee: $83 / $76 resident discount; $20 materials fee due to instructor at first class for clay, glazes and firing costs

Creative Potterywith Rachelle FaucherThis small class provides individualized in-struction in ceramics and potters wheel for beginning students. For those with experience, more advanced hand building and wheel projects will be demonstrated. You will learn how to apply the elements of design to your work and refine your clay handling skills. Tool list will be provided. Ages 18+.211501-01 Tu 5/31-7/12 6:30-9:00P311501-01 Tu 7/19-8/23 6:30-9:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $86 / $79 resident discount; clay may be purchased from instructor for $10-$13

Drawing What You Seewith Richard MeagherOur focus will be on drawing fundamentals. We will be drawing basic shapes in perspec-tive, using value changes, texture, shading and composition. All levels are welcome. Ages 18+211833-01 Tu 5/10-5/31 2:00-4:00P211833-02 Tu 6/7-6/28 2:00-4:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $35 / $28 resident discount

Beginning & IntermediateWatercolorwith Barbara VermilyeaCome join us and explore your artist talent with watercolors. You will learn about the material and techniques to effectively create a work of art. Each week the instructor will demonstrate step-by-step instructions on new projects. No painting or drawing experience required. Ages 16+211914-01 Th 5/5-5/26 6:00-9:00P211914-02 Th 6/2-6/23 6:00-9:00P311914-01 Th 7/7-7/28 6:00-9:00P311914-02 Th 8/4-8/25 6:00-9:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $75 / $68 resident discount

Chinese Brush Paintingwith Betty LiuBetty Liu brings a rich imagination to Chinese paint-ing. From basic Plum, Bamboo, Orchid & Chry-santhemum to advanced. Basic materials will be available through the instructor at the first class (approximately $40) and students will be apprised of other supplies.Ages 18+211531-01 Tu 5/3-5/24 9:00-11:30A211531-02 Tu 6/7-6/28 9:00-11:30A311531-01 Tu 7/5-7/26 9:00-11:30A311531-02 Tu 8/2-8/23 9:00-11:30ALocation: 48 NatomaFee: $65 / $58 resident discountBeginning & Intermediate Paintingwith Cleide SanderStudents will be challenged to develop their own cre-ativity and also have the opportunity to explore the exciting world of visual arts, individual awareness of classical and contemporary paintings.Age 18+211591-01 Th 5/5-5/26 9:00A-12:00P211591-02 Th 6/2-6/30 9:00A-12:00P311591-01 Th 7/7-7/28 9:00A-12:00P311591-02 Th 8/4-8/25 9:00A-12:00PLocation: 48 Natoma Fee: $47 / $40 resident discount

Fine Arts and Photography

Intro to Digital Photography with Robert GouineIntended for the novice and new to digital photog-raphy. This fun class will provide a guideline for the purchase of necessary equipment (and what not to buy). Learn how to transfer your images from the camera to the computer, clean up photos, save for e-mail or save to print on photo-grade paper. You will receive handouts on the various procedures to take with you for review. Bring your charged camera and camera manual to class.Ages 18+211557-01 W 5/4 6:30-10:00P311557-01 W 7/6 6:30-10:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $52 / $45 resident discount

Photographing Flowers Workshop with Robert GouineFlowers are one of the most popular sub-jects to photograph. Come to class and learn about tips and tricks to use to get great flower photos! Bring your camera, tripod and some spare batteries (as well as your manual) and prepare to have some fun! It is recommended that your familiar with your camera’s basic operations. If you need help getting more comfortable with your camera try my class Getting to Know Your Digital Camera first. Any questions please call Robert Gouine at 916-933-5730.Ages 18+242875-01 F 5/13 9:00A-12:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $52 / $45 resident discount

Getting to Know Your New Digital Camera with Robert GouineWhat do all those buttons do? Why do you have to be careful when you change batter-ies? Come to class with your camera and let’s learn about how it operates to give you great photos. No experience necessary, just a desire to learn. Don’t forget your camera and cam-era manual.Ages 18+248821-01 W 6/1 6:30-9:30P348821-01 W 8/17 6:30-9:30PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $52 / $45 resident discount9 Tips to Turn Snapshots into Photo-graphs with Robert GouineJoin this class and learn secrets of turning your normal snap shots into photographs. There are easy ways to shoot to improve your photography. Bring your camera and tri-pod (if you have one) and let’s take some photos. We’ll try to improve your shooting quality. You don’t have to be a pro to shoot like one. Ages 18+348817-01 W 6/29 6:30-10:00PLocation: 48 NatomaFee: $52 / $45 resident discount

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PhotographyDigital SLR and 35mm Photography Classes with Bonita ChimesFor ages 18+Location: 48 NatomaFee: $83 / $76 resident discount; a 48-hour cancellation is required for these classesCamera Manipulation Basic 101Learn how to begin operating a camera like a pro. The course offers intensive hands-on coaching on controlling your camera when creating photographs. Class includes information on such subjects as camera technology, lenses, use of F-stops and shutter speeds. Alse learn the basics of purchas-ing equipment. Bring an adjustable camera and all the equipment to the first class. A field trip will be scheduled with an individual critique of photographs to follow. (Field trip TBA).311673-01 W 7/20-8/10 5:30-7:30P311673-02 Th 7/21-8/11 7:30-9:30P

Photography: Composition Int 201Learn how to begin operating a camera like a pro. The course offers intensive hands-on coaching on contrlling your camera when creating photographs. Class includes information on such subjects as camera technology, lenses, use of F-stops and shutter speeds. Also learn the basics of purchasing equipment. Bring an adjustable camera and all the equipment to class. A field trip will be scheduled with an individual critique to follow. (Field Trip TBA)311676-01 Th 7/21-8/11 5:30-7:30P

Photography Basic 102: LightingWant to know the secret to good photography? It’s LIGHTING! If you can use your SLR camera on manual then come and learn how to manipulate light at any time of day and under any conditions. During this course learn the difference between quantity, quality, and direction of light. Also learn how to use and eliminate shadows, mix lighting, etc. A field trip is offered with this course with an individual critique of photos to follow. (Field trip TBA)411672-01 W 9/14-10/5 5:30-7:30P411672-02 Th 9/15-10/6 7:30-9:30PPhotography Basic 104: TravelThis hands-on cours is for those of you who love to travel and photograph scenery, people and places, learn tips for a successful photo vacation. You’ll also learn how to photograph outdoors during special weather conditions such as snow, rainstorms and intense heat. A field trip is scheduled for Sunday, Oc-tober 4th with an individual critique of photographs to follow. (location TBA).411675-01 W 9/14-10/5 7:30-9:30P

Photography Basic 103: PortraitsCapture the moment by optimum use of the camera, lighting and special effects. Learn to take different styles of portraits under a variety of lighting situations that will make your portraits look professional. The course will cover formal, candid and group shots. This hands-on course offers a field trip on Sun-day, August 16 with an individual critique of photographs to follow. Registration is limited.311679-01 W 7/20-8/10 7:30-9:30P

Photography Intermediate 202: MacroNature is exciting to photograph and nature photos are a beautiful addition to your wall. This course offers one of the most fun types of nature photography - MACRO. Learn about the equipment and tech-niques you need to get close to your subject. An “on location shoot” will be scheduled with individual critique of photographs to follow. (Field trip TBA)Note: You do not need any special equipment to take this class.411679-01 Th 9/15-10/6 5:30-7:30P

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