Arts After School Sessions
EARTHSHIPS & GAUDI HOUSES with Linda Roesch April 4 – 8
Students will learn about the artist Antoni Gaudi and will construct their own Gaudi inspired miniature buildings after viewing Gaudi’s architecture. Students will also learn about completely self-sustainable homes known as “earthships” that are constructed from recycled materials such as bottles and tires, and see how these modern structures often have a Gaudi-esque flair.
SEWING FOR STARTERS with Lindsay Ostlie April 11 – 22
In this class we will create a series of fun, useful projects that will introduce students to the art of sewing. Each project will progress in difficulty, giving students the opportunity to practice the skills they learned while introducing new techniques. Both hand and machine sewing will be covered. Space is limited. ***NOTE: If you sign up for this class you can’t sign up for Bill Nybo’s class on April 11-22. They are taking place at the same time and date.
CLAY, CLAY, CLAY with Bill Nybo April 11 – 22
Come and create with Bill Nybo in the Hansen Clay Studio. Learn and work on your handbuilding techniques, pinch and coil pots. Space is limited. ***NOTE: If you sign up for this class you can’t sign up for Lindsay Ostlie’s class on April 11 – 22. They are taking place at the same time and date.
You can find more information and register your student by visiting www.jamestownarts.com
WELCOME SAM!
Help us welcome Sam Larson. He is the newest addition to our mentorship program for teaching artists. With the help of the North Dakota Council on the Arts, The Arts Center has helped mentor several artists throughout the years to engage in teaching as well as creating.
Sam is a Jamestown high school alumni. He attended the Minneapolis College of Art & Design where he received his degree in 3D animation. Having worked with artists in New York and here in the Midwest, he is excited to bring knowledge he has gained back to Jamestown.
Don't forget that we have ongoing creative opportunities for authors (or aspiring authors), photo enthusiasts, wood carvers, fabric artisans, musicians, poets, etc. Give the office a call at 701-251-2496 or visit www.jamestownarts.com for more information.
Documentary film showing and discussion with producer James Wolner. "Dakota Spotlight: The House on Sweet and Seventh" Thursday, April 7th at 7:00 pm. Free event.
Dakota Spotlight: The House on Sweet and Seventh, is an Emmy Award-winning documentary examining an unthinkable 1998 crime in North Dakota. The hour-long film documents the heartbreaking murders of Barbara and Gordon Erickstad, who were brutally killed in their home by their son, 18-year-old Brian Erickstad, and his friend, 27-year-old Robert Lawrence in September 1998. The documentary was produced by Click Content Studios, which is part of Forum Communications.
The House on Sweet and Seventh was written and narrated by James Wolner, producer of Dakota Spotlight Podcast, and was shot and edited by Derek Fletcher. The film includes insightful current-day interviews with law enforcement investigators as Wolner attempts to untangle and understand how a tight-knit group of young people knew about the murders but did not immediately come forward to the police.
In the film, one investigator describes the crime as “Manson-esqe,” a reference to Charles Manson and the infamous ‘Mason Family’ responsible for nine murders in 1969.
Watercolor Class
Saturday, April 30th from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm with Rosemary Gasal
Discover and create in the world of watercolor. Rosemary Gasal will guide you through how to create a watercolor masterpiece. She will be guiding you through different techniques, tools and materials. This class is for both beginner and intermediate watercolor artists and enthusiasts. Students should bring a sack lunch. Seats are limited, register early!
Register at jamestownarts.com