Fall 2015
Visual Arts Classes for Teens and Adults
Alla Prima Painting with Oils
Instructor: Lee Christmas Halstead
This is a painting class for beginning students, or those out of practice. The focus of the
lessons will be on alla prima, or “at first glance” painting explorations. Each class will
begin with a lesson and/or a demonstration in observational painting. Focus on
composition, painterly techniques, and ways of seeing. Exploring many ways to begin a
painting. Basic palette and color theory will be explored fully. There will be various
direct painting techniques that can be applied to indirect painting as well. Some
drawing experience helps.
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1 --Tuesday mornings 9:00 to 12:00, 9/15 through 11/ 3
session 2-- Tuesday evenings 6:30 to 9:00. 9/15 through 11/3
$260 for eight 3 hour morning sessions and $210 for eight 2.5 hour
evening sessions, checks payable to McGuffey Art Center
Studio #12
804-436-4089, email leehalstead@gmail.com, website leehalstead.com
Painting with Oils from Life and Other Projects
Instructor: Lee Christmas Halstead
This class/group is for students who want to carve out painting time each week to work
on skills, techniques and processes to advance their painting practice. Each session
will begin with a lesson and demonstration in observational painting. Students can work
from the weekly still life. Or, students can bring their own painting projects. There will
be plenty of time for lessons, demonstrations and individual critiques in this three-hour
session.
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Dates:
Wednesdays, 9/16 through 11/4, 9:00 a.m.to 12:00 noon
Cost:
$250 for eight 3 hour sessions, checks payable to McGuffey Art Center
Location:
Contact:
Studio #12
804-436-4089, leehalstead@gmail.com, web @ leehalstead.com
Oil Painting
Instructor: Renee Balfour
This class will explore the versatility of oil paint with an emphasis on materials,
technique and individual style. Class will focus on composition, color and color mixing,
the use of light and shadow and technique.
Date:
Cost:
Contact:
Session 1: September 1 to October 20 (8 weeks) 9:00am to 1:00pm
Session 2: October 27 to December 8 (8 weeks) 9:00am to 1:00pm
$425 Checks payable to Renee Balfour
Contact Information: 434-960-5115; email: reneebalfour@ymail.com,
website: reneebalfour.com
Oil Painting
Instructor: Renee Balfour
This class will explore the versatility of oil paint with an emphasis on materials,
technique and individual style. Class will focus on composition, color and color mixing,
the use of light and shadow and technique.
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Session 1 September 14 to November 9 (8 weeks) 6pm to 8pm
Session 2 November 16 to January 18 (8 weeks) 6pm to 8pm
$225 checks payable to Renee Balfour
studio 24
434-960-5115, email reneebalfour@ymail.com, website reneebalfour.com
Water Media—Printmaking Without a Press
Instructor: Jeannine Regan
We will explore many different ways to make monoprints using watermedia and working
without a press which lets you continue to create even more great works of art after you
leave the workshop in your own studio.
Date:
October 10 and 11; 10 a.m.
Cost:
$250 includes all materials
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Location:
Contact:
Studio 12
Phone 434-989-0042, email Jeannineregan@gmail.com
Encaustic workshop
Instructor: Jeannine Regan
We will learn the basics of painting with hot, pigmented beeswax starting with layering,
fusing, collage, scribing and more, as well as setting up an encaustic studio at home.
Date:
November 14 and 15, 10:00 AM
Cost:
Location:
$300, includes materials
Studio 12, McGuffey Art Center
Contact:
Phone 434-989-0042; email: Jeannineregan@gmail.com; website:
Jeannineregan.com
Open studio
Instructor: Jeannine Regan
Open studio affords the student time and studio space to work on chosen individual
projects in a congenial atmosphere with like-minded artists. There are private and
group critiques available as well as the opportunity to show in exhibits with the group.
Date:
Wednesdays, Sept. 23 through Nov. 11 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:
Location:
$100.00
Starnes classroom
Contact:
Phone 434-989-0042; email: Jeannineregan@gmail.com; website
Jeannineregan.com
Acrylic Playshop
Instructor: Fenella Belle
Are you taking your painting too seriously? This class is designed for the painting
student who longs to “shake things up” or is just beginning to explore the possibilities of
acrylic. The class will consist of a series of painting challenges that encourage fun and
exploration. Some supplies provided.
Dates:
Thursday, October 8th -November 12th, 6-8:30 pm
Cost:
Location:
$240, Check payable to Fenella Belle
Starnes Classroom
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Contact:
Phone: 434-981-5578; bellemoore@embarqmail.com.
website: fenellabelle.com
Essentials of Drawing Class
Instructor: Jane Skafte
This is course aimed at teaching the most fundamental drawing skills. Like learning
scales and keys in music, in this class we will cover the building blocks for great
drawing. Fundamentals will be taught such as understanding different drawing tools,
creating gray scales, different techniques for creating value, composition and drawing
methods, ideas for creating the illusion of depth, working with detail. Additionally, we
learn how to see with an artist’s eye and capture what we see on paper. My classes are
best for students teen to adult; however accommodations may be made for younger
gifted students.
Dates and times: Session 1: Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7, 4-6 p.m.
Session 2: Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 4-6 p.m.
Cost: $225 Payable to McGuffey
Location: Studio 24
Contact: 434-589-3283; email janeellen.skafte@gmail.com; website janeskafte.com
Watercolor and Water Media class
Instructor: Jane Skafte
Students will explore innovative and traditional watercolor approaches. Instructor will
provide the beginners with a series of exercises and demonstrations that will help you
develop a painting that reinforces the elements and principles of design. Some of the
different topics that will be presented will include: composition and design, abstract
underglazes, negative painting, exploring different types of painting surfaces including
Yupo.
Dates:
session 1 September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 6:30-9 p.m.
session 2: October 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, 6:30-9 p.m.
Cost:
$275 payable to McGuffey ($50 discount seniors)
Location:
Studio 24
Contact:
Phone 434-589-3283; email janeellen.skafte@gmail.com; website
janeskafte.com
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Palette Knife Discovery
Instructor: Nathan Motley
Bring three canvases and prepare to stay busy!!
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1: September 8th-September15th 2:00-5:00pm
session 2: September 22nd-September29th 2:00-5:00pm
session 3: October 6th- October 13 2:00-5:00pm
session 4 October 20th-October 27 2:00-5:00pm
$400 for full eight weeks
Studio #7 McGuffey (Jim Respess studio)
Phone 804 248 5352; email, nathanmotleypainter@gmail.com;
website, nathanmotley.com.
Mixed Media Sculpture
Instructor: Ninni Baeckstrom
For beginning and intermediate students. A new material will be introduced each class,
such a clay, plaster, wire, and wax. Students will learn how to make armatures, model,
carve and how to combine various techniques and materials in to amazing mixed media
sculptures.
Date:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20 6:00pm-9:00pm
$275, all materials included, payable to Ninni Baeckstrom
Studio #22, the McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434 882-1589; email kreativskulptur@hotmail.com; website
www.ninnibaeckstrom.com
Mosaic workshop
Instructor: Ninni Baeckstrom
Students will make a wall hung, glass mosaic in this weekend workshop. Design,
techniques, material, tools and finishing techniques will be covered. The second day
projects are grouted and students will learn how to use materials for outdoor mosaics.
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1: September 19, 20 10:00am - 4:00pm
session 2: October 17, 18 10:00am - 4:00pm
$250, all materials included, payable to Ninni Baeckstrom
Studio #22, McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434 882-1589; email kreativskulptur@hotmail.com; website
www.ninnibaeckstrom.com
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Handbuilding with Clay: Pottery, Sculpture, Tiles
Instructor: Rebekah Wostrel
Students will learn how to create dinnerware, teapots, and platters using drape
molding, slab building, coil construction and other techniques. Students can also use
these techniques to make sculptural forms. All projects will be glazed and fired to take
home and use.
Dates:
session 1: Thursdays 6-9pm September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22
session 2: Thursdays 6-9pm November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17
Cost:
session 1 $285 payable to Rebekah Wostrel
session 2 $230 payable to Rebekah Wostrel
studio #6, McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434.333.0420; email rawostrel@gmail.com;
website, www.rebekahwostrel.com
Location:
Contact:
Fundamentals of Design
Instructor: Rebekah Wostrel
This class explores the concepts of two and three-dimensional design. By studying the
elements and principles of design and utilizing a variety of art-making techniques
(including drawing, collage and sculpture), students will produce creative, engaging
and well-crafted compositions. Topics covered: color, value, texture/pattern, space,
balance, emphasis, visual rhythm/motion and more!
Adults and mature teens. No experience necessary. All materials included.
Dates and Times: 8 weeks, Wednesdays, 9:30-12 noon, Sept. 23-Nov. 11
Cost and payment: $295 payable to Rebekah Wostrel
Location:
studio #6, McGuffey Art Center
Contact:
Phone 434.333.0420; email rawostrel@gmail.com;
website, www.rebekahwostrel.com
Painting Watercolors From Photographs
Instructor: John A. Hancock
Sometimes it isn’t easy to work outside for a long stretch or to have a still life set up for
several days or a week while we work on a major watercolor. That is when we usually
turn to using a photograph. They can be such wonderful aids … and a bit of a curse at
times too! So let's explore how we can use the photograph to create watercolors that
are really exciting and creative in this short five week class. Bring some of your favorite
photos … your camera, smartphone, I-pad, or tablet ... and, of course your standard
watercolor supplies. For beginners to advanced students who have at least a little
experience with watercolor painting.
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Dates:
Saturdays, Nov 7th - Dec 12th (skipping Thanksgiving week) 1-4 pm
Cost:
$175 ($170 + $5 Registration Fee), payable at Crozet Arts
Location:
Crozet Art Studio
Contact:
Phone 434-964-6770; email info@crozetarts.org;
website www.CrozetArts.org
Open Painting & Drawing Studio
Instructor: John A. Hancock
Would your drawing, painting, or collage projects be easier to work on in a spacious,
warm, and bright studio space? It even has northern light! Could your art projects
benefit from a little guidance and some helpful critiques? Come join me and a small
group of fellow artists working and supporting each other in a wonderful studio setting.
We have chairs, tables and easels ready to go. … camaraderie, tea, and coffee are also
available.
Dates:
Wednesdays, Sept 23 - Dec 9, 10am-1pm
Cost:
$185 ($180 + $5 Registration Fee), payable at Crozet Arts
Location:
Crozet Arts Studio
Contact:
Phone 434-964-6770; email info@crozetarts.org; website
www.CrozetArts.org
Watercolor: Basics and Beyond
Instructor: John A. Hancock
Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced students will discover and explore traditional
and contemporary techniques for working with watercolor. Beginning students will
learn how to use basic watercolor techniques to create their own paintings. More
experienced painters will get a chance enrich their work with ever more challenging
projects or with experimental approaches to transparent water color (including the use
of other aqueous media such as watercolor crayons, gouache, acrylic, or to combine
them) There will be lots of demos and feedback to aid each student achieve their goals
in the class.
Date:
Tuesdays, Sept 22 - Nov 10, 6-9 pm
Cost:
$275 ($50 discount for Seniors), checks payable to MAC or to John A.
Hancock
Location:
Starnes Classroom
Contact:
Phone 434-295-7973; email johnahancock@ntelos.net; website
johnahancock.com
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Watercolor Sketching
Instructor: John A. Hancock
Let's explore the use of watercolor as a sketching medium in this short five week class.
We will begin by working in the studio and then, if weather permits, include some "enplein-air" work. Besides exploring traditional "pencil + watercolor" sketches, we will
learn to use watercolor (color and/or value) alone ... and experiment with watercolor
pencils/crayons too. For beginners to advanced students who have at least a little
experience with drawing or painting.
Dates:
Saturdays, Oct 3 - Oct 31, 1-4 pm
Cost:
$175, checks payable to MAC or to John A. Hancock
Location:
Starnes Classroom
Contact:
Phone 434-295-7973; email johnahancock@ntelos.net; website
johnahancock.com
Beginning Drawing for Chickens
Instructor: Jean Sampson
This is a class for "non-artists who are scared to take a drawing class or have taken a
class that went too fast for them. The teacher had to also learn to draw, so she knows
not to hover over you. The class atmosphere is non-critical and supportive. It is limited
to 8 students and supplies are included.
Date:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Tuesdays, begins September 22 for 8 weeks, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
$225 checks payable to MAC
Jean's studio, # 26-B
Phone (434)977-7933; email poeartree@gmail.com; website
www.jeanrsampson.com
Jean's Gutsy Abstract Oil Painting Class
Instructor: Jean Sampson
This class is about process, about not quitting or giving up on a painting that is going
through an "ugly" stage. The teacher will work with you individually to help you find
your own voice, your own way of exploring color, texture and paint with knives and
brushes if you want. Totally intuitive, inventive, non-academic and addictive! Fun,
supportive atmosphere. We handle your inner critic, too! Supplies are NOT included.
Class limited to around 12.
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Date:
Monday, begins September 21 for 8 weeks, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Cost:
$225 checks payable to MAC
Location:
Starnes Classroom and room #17
Contact:
Phone (434)977-7933; email poeartree@gmail.com; website
www.jeanrsampson.com
Art & Character
Instructor: Rosamond Casey
EXPERIMENTAL WORKSHOP-- Each participant is asked to develop an imaginary
character who will begin to emerge from your imagination over the course of 6 weeks.
We will engage in a series of focused art and thought experiments to highlight
comparisons between your own way of sensing the world and a new one. Members of
the workshop will leave with a selection of drawings, objects, assemblages and writings
that embody the created persona and can serve as a touchstone for future explorations
of art and character. The class will be held at Treehouse Studio & Garden several
blocks from the downtown mall.
Date:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
September 29 - November 3, 3:30-5:30pm
$200, checks payable to artist
Treehouse Studio and Garden, near downtown mall
Phone 434-293-8733; email- rctreehouse@earthlink.net;
website--www.rosamondcasey.com
Botanical Watercolor Painting
Instructor: Lara Call Gastinger
This six week watercolor painting class will help take you through the process of
drawing and composing a botanical painting using fall nuts, berries, leaves, and other
exquisite natural specimens to pick from. You will learn detailed dry brush watercolor
techniques including brush control and color mixing. There is a minimum of 8 and
maximum of 12 students for this class. Paints will be provided but other basic supplies
will need to be brought to the class. Contact Lara for more details.
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Thursdays, October 1- November 12, 10 am- 12 pm
$250
Starnes Classroom
Phone 434-242-3095; email laragastinger@gmail.com;
website www.laracallgastinger.com
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Painting with Lee Alter
Instructor: Lee Alter
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1, Mondays, Sept 14-Dec 7, 6-9 pm (week of Thanksgiving off)
session 2, Wednesdays, Sept 16-Dec 9, 10am-1pm (week of Thanksgiving
off)
session 3, Fridays, Sept 18-Dec 11, 10am-1pm (week of Thanksgiving off)
studio #5, McGuffey Art Center
Phone (434) 963-0540, website: leealterartist.com
Intro to Metal Jewelry
Instructor: Charlene Cross
This one day workshop will explore techniques for creating jewelry in metal. Students
will work in brass and copper to fabricate their own jewelry designs. Techniques
included will be roller printing, texturing, riveting. NO experience required—just bring
your enthusiasm!
Day and time: Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dates:
Session 1—Sept. 5
Session 2 – Oct. 10
Session 3 – Nov. 14
Cost: $125 includes materials, make checks payable to Charlene Cross
Location: Studio 10
Register: 434-987-4794; charlene@charlenecross.com; www.charlenecross.com
Getting Hammered
Instructor: Charlene Cross
Learn multiple ways to create beautiful forms in metal using a variety of hammers and
other forming tools and techniques.
Day and time: Saturdays 10 a.m.—4 p.m.
Dates:
Session 1 –Sept. 19
Session 2—Oct. 24
Session 3 – November 28
Cost: $125 includes materials, make checks payable to Charlene Cross
Location: Studio 10
Register: 434-987-4794; charlene@charlenecross.com; www.charlenecross.com
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Metal, Glass, Fire
Instructor: Charlene Cross
A one day workshop focusing on enameling on copper using opaque and transparent
enamels. No previous experience required—just bring your enthusiasm
Day and time: Saturday 10 a.m.—4 p.m.
Dates:
Session 1—Sept. 26: Session 2 –Oct. 17: Session 3—Nov. 21
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Cost: $125 includes materials, make checks payable to Charlene Cross
Location: Studio 10
Register: 434-987-4794; charlene@charlenecross.com; www.charlenecross.com
Etching on Metal
Instructor: Charlene Cross
Learn how to easily etch copper or brass –turn your ideas and designs into metal
jewelry of small wall art. No previous experience required—just bring your enthusiasm!
Day and time: Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Dates:
Session 1—Sept 12
Session 2—Oct. 31
Cost: $125 includes materials, make checks payable to Charlene Cross
Location: Studio 10
Register: 434-987-4794; charlene@charlenecross.com; www.charlenecross.com
Open studio
No need to invest in tools and equipment to make your jewelry? Come to Open Studio
Night in studio 10 to create and explore. After taking a workshop with Charlene Cross,
you are invited to continue your interest in metals and/or enameling every Wed. evening
from 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Cost: $15/hour
Location: Studio 10
Register: Due to limited space, you MUST pre-register for Open Studio.
Register: 434-987-4794; charlene@charlenecross.com; www.charlenecross.com
Visual arts classes for children
Oil Painting
Instructor: Renee Balfour
In this class students will explore the versatility of oil paint while learning concepts and
processes that they will be encouraged to incorporate into their own work. Students
will be guided to take greater risks with artistic expression while building a better
understanding of materials and techniques. Class size is limited and all ages are
welcome.
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Date:
Cost:
Location:
session 1: Sundays Sept. 6 to Oct. 25, 12pm - 2pm
session 2: Thursdays Sept. 3 to Oct. 22, 4- 6pm
$285 checks payable to Renee Balfour
Studio 24
Prints-a-Palooza!
Instructor: Fenella Belle
Fun workshops that focus on a variety of printmaking techniques including water based
monotypes (session 1), pattern and relief printing (session 2), Furoshiki Japanese
wrapping cloth (session 3).
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Session 1 Sat. Nov. 7th 10am-12pm
Session 2 Sat. Nov 14th 10am-12pm
Session 3 Sat. Nov. 21st 10am-12pm
$25 each class. Payable to Fenella Belle
Studio 2
Phone 434-981-5578; email: bellemoore@embarqmail.com, website-fenellabelle.com
Explore and create
Instructor: Susan Northington
For an hour and a half students will explore many techniques including watercolor,
mixed media, and more to create their own masterpieces
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Date:
Cost:
Contact:
September 12th for 7 weeks, 9:30 a.m.
$185 payable Susan Northington Art
Phone 434-242-5568; email Susannorthingtonart@gmail.com;
website, Susannorthingtonart.com
Clay for Kids (on Thursdays)
Instructor: Rebekah Wostrel
Kids will have fun learning how to make colorful pots, sculptures and masks. A variety
of building techniques will be taught. Students will decorate and glaze their own pieces
and all projects will be fired to take home. Ages 5-11
Dates and times:
Session 1, Thursdays, September 3 - October 22,
( 8 weeks) 3:30-5:00pm
Session 2 Thursdays, November 5 - December 17,
(6 weeks) 3:30-5:00pm
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Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Session 1 $195
Session 2 $160.
studio #6, McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434.333.0420; email rawostrel@gmail.com;
websitewww.rebekahwostrel.com
Clay for Kids (on Saturdays)
Instructor: Rebekah Wostrel
Kids will have fun learning how to make colorful pots, sculptures and masks. A variety
of building techniques will be taught. Students will decorate and glaze their own pieces
and all projects will be fired to take home. Ages 5-11
Dates and times: Session 1: Saturdays, 10:30-12:30 Sept 5 - October 24
Session 2: Saturdays, 10:30-12:30 Nov 7 - Dec 12
Cost:
Session 1 $195
Session 2 $160.
Location:
studio #6, McGuffey Art Center
Contact:
Phone 434.333.0420; email rawostrel@gmail.com;
websitewww.rebekahwostrel.com
Painting with Lee Alter
Instructor: Lee Alter
Painting class for children ages 3-12 years.
Dates:
session 1, Thursdays, Sept 17-Dec 10, 3:30-5:30 pm (week of
Thanksgiving off)session 2, Saturdays, Sept 19--Dec 12, 2-4 pm
(week of Thanksgiving off)
Location:
studio #5, McGuffey Art Center
Contact:
Phone (434) 963-0540, website leealterartist.com
VISUAL ARTS PRIVATE INSTRUCTORS
Painting
Instructor: Lee Christmas Halstead
Offering private lessons geared to your interests and experience in oil painting, drawing
and journaling in Studio 12
For more information contact instructor at:
Phone 804-436-4089; email leehalstead@gmail.com; website leehalstead.com
Mixed Media, Book Arts, Printmaking
Instructor: L. Michelle Geiger
Offering private lessons in Printmaking, Book Arts, or Mixed Media. Also available to
help bring a project from an idea through to completion. For more information contact:
For more information contact instructor at: Phone (703) 850-5805, or
email zalophuspress@gmail.com
Dance/Movement Classes
Teens and Adults
Range of Motion
Instructor: Susan L. Weisner
A class for late teens and adults of all abilities (time of class reflects company rehearsal
after class)
Date:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1: Mondays Sept. 14- Nov 2, 5 – 7”15 pm.
$100 / session; make checks payable to Susan L. Weisner
Studio 20
Phone 678-362-1340; email- Rangeofmotion.va@gmail.com
Modern Dance Technique
Instructor: Anne Megibow
A technique class for dancers with some prior dance experience, this class will
emphasize correct alignment, body articulation and moving with intent. The class is
based on the techniques of Graham and Cunningham.
Date:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1: Wednesdays, Sept 2-Sept 23, 6-7:30 pm
session 2: Wednesdays, Oct 21-December 2 (no class the night before
Thanksgiving), 6-7:30 pm
session 1--$48, drop in $16/class, checks payable to Anne Megibow Dance
session 2--$72, drop in $16/class, checks payable to Anne Megibow Dance
Studio #20, McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434-296-2070 or 434-996-4505; email ammegibow@gmail.com
Gentle Stretch Class
Instructor: Anne Megibow
A stretch class for everyone, no prior movement of dance experience necessary. Wear
any comfortable attire. Standing, sitting or lying down, we will stretch the whole body,
from head to toe! A relaxing end to the day or the week.
Dates:
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 and/or Fridays 12pm-1 pm, ongoing beginning
Wed. 9/2. Call or email if you are coming for the first time
$8/class, drop in welcome-- checks payable to Anne Megibow Dance.
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Studio #20, McGuffey Art Center
434-296-2070 or 434-996-4505 or ammegibow@gmail.com.
The Articulate Body
Instructor: Cat Maguire
Ongoing movement classes focusing on finding access to the mover’s full range of
expression and fostering an articulate, dynamic, and moving body.
Dates:
a.m.
Cost:
Location:
Contact:
session 1: Wednesdays, September 9,16,23,30, October 7, 14, 21 at 11:15
session 2: Wednesdays, October 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9,
16 at 11:15 a.m.
$168 for two sessions, $91 for one session, $18 for drop-in
Studio #20, McGuffey Art Center
Phone 434-906-3040; email: catmaguire@embarqmail.com