Sunday, 03 Jun 2012
Open House: Remembering the Sculpture of Christian Petersen
Christian Petersen (Danish-American, 1885-1961) was the nation's first, permanent sculptor-in-residence at any college, and began his career at Iowa State in 1934. Selected from the permanent Christian Petersen Art Collection this exhibition and gallery walk will focus on 30 sculptures and drawings including some recent acquisitions to the Christian Petersen Art Collection. Gallery walk begins at 2 p.m.
Argentine Tango with Valerie Williams
The Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 04 Jun 2012
Garden Drawing and Color
Join local artist Yvonne Brune for a 6-week course exploring the basics of garden and nature drawing, using the indoor and outdoor gardens as inspiration. Learn techniques in pencil, pen and ink, and enrich your drawings with the use of color by working with pastels. Registration with prepayment required by June 2.
Basketweaving with Jan Smith
Make a "Field Basket" - similar to the baskets used to pack a lunch for farmers in the field.
Embroidery with Judith Lemish
Learn the basic stitches of embroidery.
Tuesday, 05 Jun 2012
Music and Art
Painter Jean-August-Dominique Ingres (1780-1867) gave this advice: "If I could make musicians out of you all, it would be to your advantage as painters. All harmony is in nature ... one has to learn to sing true with the pencil or brush ..." In this 6-week course, we'll discuss the co-relationship of music and art and then practice that harmony by producing music.
Workspace Book Club
Do you describe yourself as an "uncreative" type? Or, do you identify as creative but are looking for a new spark? Read and discuss Jonah Lehrer's latest book, Imagine: How Creativity Works, in a fun, conversational atmosphere.
Wednesday, 06 Jun 2012
Better Flower Photography
Better Flower Photography three-part series, with photographer Mark Stoltenberg. Registration and prepayment is required by Monday, June 4.
Earrings with Terrie Hoefer
Bring a selection of your favorite beads to make 1-2 pairs of earrings.
Thursday, 07 Jun 2012
Watercolor and Beyond!
Watercolor and Beyond! Instructor: Jo Myers-Walker Thursday, June 7 at 9:30 a.m.
Camera Basics with Aubrey Orisek
Your camera works fine as a "point and shoot" but do you want to take even better pictures?
Food in the Gardens
Join chefs and cooks from across central Iowa as they show you how to make the best dishes from the foods found in your own garden. Sign up for one session or come to all six and get a deal. These cooking demonstrations will spark your imagination and your appetite!
Tai Chi with Jon Lloyd
Learn the Yang Style Short Form as developed by Cheng Man Ching.
Sunday, 10 Jun 2012
Modern China Painting
Up cycle that mismatched dinnerware! Drop in with your own china or bring some cast to purchase a couple peices from us.
Argentine Tango with Valerie Williams
The Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 11 Jun 2012
Iowa Museum Week June 11-17
On June 7th Iowa Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa's museums, including ISU's University Museums, will raise awareness of their programs and celebrate what makes them unique community assets. Iowa's ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of museums as well as to major regional collections.
Basketweaving with Jan Smith
Make a "Field Basket" - similar to the baskets used to pack a lunch for farmers in the field.
Beginning Metals with Terrie Hoefer
Learn the basics of metalsmithing.
Salsa with Allison Peterson
Learn the core concepts of Latin partner dancing in a fun and open atmosphere.
Tuesday, 12 Jun 2012
Iowa Museum Week June 11-17
On June 7th Iowa Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa's museums, including ISU's University Museums, will raise awareness of their programs and celebrate what makes them unique community assets. Iowa's ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of museums as well as to major regional collections.
Kids Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity. The books, crafts and activities are intended for children ages two to seven years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Black and White Photography with Aubrey Orisek
An introduction to all aspects of the photographic medium.
Woodshop Orientation with Dan Neubauer
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment.
Wednesday, 13 Jun 2012
Iowa Museum Week June 11-17
On June 7th Iowa Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa's museums, including ISU's University Museums, will raise awareness of their programs and celebrate what makes them unique community assets. Iowa's ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of museums as well as to major regional collections.
ArtWalk: Scheman Building
Join Dorothy Witter, Interpretation Specialist, for a tour of the Art on Campus in the Scheman Building. This semester's ArtWalks focus on the Thousand Words Project, which asks members of the Iowa State Community to re-interpret works of art in the Art on Campus Collection. Meet Dorothy inside the North, ground floor entrance of the building.
Shaping American Landscapes: Jens Jensen and the Prairie Spirit
William Tishler has been involved in the design and planning of the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park at The Danish Immigrant Museum in Elk Horn, Iowa, and is emeritus professor of landscape architecture at the University of Wisconsin. This program is presented in partnership with The Danish Immigrant Museum, which this year will be exploring the life, career, and ongoing legacy of landscape architect Jens Jensen (1860-1951).
Thursday, 14 Jun 2012
Iowa Museum Week June 11-17
On June 7th Iowa Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa's museums, including ISU's University Museums, will raise awareness of their programs and celebrate what makes them unique community assets. Iowa's ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of museums as well as to major regional collections.
Acrylic Painting with Sara Merritt
Learn basic color theory as well as painting from both life and photograph.
Your Wedding Dance
Learn an easy, stress-free routine to get through the reception's "first dance" whether you are the bride, groom, wedding party, parents or just someone attending the big day.
Friday, 15 Jun 2012
Iowa Museum Week June 11-17
On June 7th Iowa Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa's museums, including ISU's University Museums, will raise awareness of their programs and celebrate what makes them unique community assets. Iowa's ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of museums as well as to major regional collections.