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Seminar on Legal Services for Artists

Kathryn Goldman, an attorney from Goldman and Minton PC will lead a seminar 6:00-8:00pm on Wednesday 3/24/10 Goldman and Minton 20 South Charles Street, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21202. The seminar will feature "The 10 Basics" for artists in business: registering your art, finding a niche market, documenting your sales, displaying your work, signing a fair agent agreement, limiting your art licenses, bookkeeping, monitoring your rights, policing infringement, and estate planning. Specific questions can be submitted upon registering. Cost for members is $10, for non-members $15. Parking: There is metered parking on Charles Street and on Redwood Street. Testimonials from attendees: "the legal seminar was excellent...the logistics were handled well...food and meeting location were top rate...(the lawyer) was very informative with the specific legal subjects covered in an easy conversational style...the seminar was close to one-on-one which if replicated could have cost each individual hundreds of dollars."

Art and Wine Appreciation: Art Uncorked

Please join us for an evening of art and wine appreciation. Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach, will discuss the finer points of pairing wine with food and Ann Wiker, Art Exposure Inc. will discuss different art styles. Guests will then enjoy visiting "style" stations where art and wine and food have been matched according to their style! For more information on holding and/or attending this event, please contact AEArtDealer@aol.com or 410.404.3587

Baltimore Art Classes for Children:Ready, Set, Make!

(5-10 year-olds): Young artists will journey through art history by creating impressionistic edible clay sculptures, surrealism collages, Pop Art portraits, post-Modern character drawings and more! Childrens' books will create inspiration! Cost:first time students $95, repeat students $80,any registrant receives a $10 discount if a referral registers. Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm March 9-April 6,2010 at the Federal Hill Prep Rec Center.

Art Classes for Children:Creative Messes

(2-4 year-olds):Children must be accompanied by an adult. Toddlers will be introduced to drawing, painting, working with clay, paper mache, and creating collages and puppets. Shapes and colors will be emphasized in this class. Cost:first time students $75, repeat students $60,any registrant receives a $10 discount if a referral registers. Repeat registrants can pay for as many classes as they attend. Current sesions: Tuesdays 3/9/10-4/6/10 9:30-10:30 at Messiah Church, 1025 S Potomac Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 (Canton Square)Wednesdays 3/24/10-4/21/10 10:00-11:00am, Fridays 3/12/10-4/9/10 10:30-11:30am at 1419 Riverside Ave. in Federal Hill

Professional Development for Artists:The Pathway to Being an Art Professional

This workshop is geared to artists and artisans who are interested in marketing their creations. The following topics will be covered: building a resume, framing your work for presentation, where and how to exhibit, pricing, taxes,creating a portfolio, copyrights, policing your work, commissions, working with buyers, writing artist statements/bios, researching and applying for juried shows, approaching galleries and more. Portfolio reviews will also be done by request. Cost $25. Artists of all mediums are welcome. offered 3/22/10 7:30 at Howard County Arts Council on High Ridge Road in Ellicott City. No cost. The presentation on this date is sponsored by Visual Artists Alliance of Maryland and no preregistration is required.

Art Classes for Adults: Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced Oil Painting

Beginners will learn the basics of oil painting: prepping the canvas, mixing colors, brush techniques, composition and light and shadow. Intermediate painters will review color mixing and composition and choosing subject matter. Advanced painters will receive individualized instruction based on their ability level.

Don’t be intimidated – this can be fun! Supply list will be mailed. Instructor: Ann Wiker. Cost:first time students $90+supplies, repeat students $75, Howard County residents $60, any registrant receives a $10 discount if a referral registers. Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced (repeat students) -Mondays 4/12/10-5/10/10 7:00-9:00pm at 1419 Riverside Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230 and Beginners (new students)-Tuesdays 3/9/10-4/6/10 7:00-9:00pm at Messiah Church, 1025 S Potomac Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 (Canton Square) Next session: Tuesdays 5/4/10-6/1/10 7:00-9:00pm at Messiah Church, 1025 S Potomac Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 (Canton Square)

Art Appreciation: Art Meets the Dollar- The Business Side of Art

Vincent van Gogh's art sells for millions of dollars today, but he died poor because of the lack of economic success as an artist. Conversely, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali became multimillionaires during their lifetimes through their art. What is the difference between these artists? Have you ever wondered why some artists only make money after their death? What influence has money had on artists and their work throughout history? This course will provide a brief overview of art history and will focus on how artists have succeeded financially throughout history and how they continue to do so. Instructor: Ann Wiker, for more information on dates/times please contact aeartdealer@aol.com or call 410.404.3587

Art Classes for Adults: Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting

Watercolor Painting has been at the foundation of every artists career since the late 1500's and is still used widely today among artists and draftsmen. This class will cover all the classic watercolor techniques as well as more abstract and experimental ones. Watercolor is the perfect medium for those just getting started and yet challenges even the most skilled painters. Students will also learn how to draw and paint with watercolor pencils. Supply list will be mailed. Instructor: Eileen Wold, Cost:students $90+supplies, Wednesdays April 7-May 5, 2010 7-9pm at 1419 Riverside Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230

Art Classes for Adults: Abstract Painting

Have you ever said, "I could paint that?" Let's find out if you can! We will create paintings without subject matter in acrylic or oil paints. We will study color, texture, composition and brush technique. We will experiment with different sized canvases and brushes and with collage techniques. This is a great opportunity for beginning painters and/or experienced painters who have never tried creating abstract work. Supply list will be mailed. Cost:first time students $90+supplies, repeat students $75, Howard County residents $60, any registrant receives a $10 discount if a referral registers. Repeat registrants can pay for as many classes as they choose to attend ($15/class). Tuesdays 3/9/10-4/6/10 7:00-9:00pm at Messiah Church, 1025 S Potomac Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 (Canton Square)Mondays 4/12/10-5/10/10 7:00-9:00pm at 1419 Riverside Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230 Next session: Tuesdays 5/4/10-6/1/10 7:00-9:00pm at Messiah Church, 1025 S Potomac Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 (Canton Square)

Photographers' Round Table

Whether you're a professional photographer or you just enjoy photographing your family and friends, this is an evening you'll enjoy. Those of you with a love for photographing can meet and share ideas about matting, framing, the technical side of shooting, digital vs. traditional, b/w vs. color, printing, color profiling, Photoshop, prints, paper types, etc. This is a learning and discussion opportunity. There will be demonstrations on Photoshop and on matting/framing. Attendees are encouraged to bring samples of their work as well as creative shots of the Mt Vernon sculptures for critiquing. Cost: $15 for non-members, $10 for members. Thursday 4/1/10 7:00-9:00pm at 1419 Riverside Avenue Baltimore, MD 21230

Private Art Lessons

Do you suspect that your child has some talent that needs to be nurtured? Or are you, as an adult, more comfortable with one-on-one instruction? Private art lessons (one student)and semi-private (2-3 students)in drawing and painting (oil and watercolor) are available for children and for adults. Prices range from $15-$40/per person/per lesson. Lessons can be scheduled to your convenience and can be taught in your home or at one of my venues. Please contact aeartdealer@aol.com or 410.404.3587 for more information.

Art Classes for Adults: Introduction to Digital Photography

Would you like to learn more about your camera or feel more confident with your photography? Whether you're a casual photographer or a hobbyist or someone hoping to become more professional, you'll enjoy this course. The instructor will cover the basics of digital photography: lenses, composition, exposure, histograms, etc. An outdoor session will be included for hands on instruction. Students need to bring digital single lens reflex cameras to class. Instructor: Lewis Katz (professional travel photographer, member of Baltimore Camera Club). Cost: $90. Mondays February 1-March 1, 2010 7-9pm(there will be no class 2/29, and there will be an outdoor shoot on a weekend day to be determined) Next session: 3/8/10, 3/15/10, 3/22/10 and 4/5/10 (with an outdoor shoot on a weekend day to be determined)at 1419 Riverside Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230

Art classes for Adults: Drawing

This class will focus on classical drawing techniques and will include abstract marks on paper and perspective drawing. Pencil, pen and ink, colored pencils, charcoal, chalk, pastels and markers will be used. This is perfect for beginners interested in learning the basics as well as advanced individuals looking to expand their ideas of drawing and art. Supply list will be mailed. Instructor: Eileen Wold. Cost:first time students $90+supplies, repeat students $75, Howard County residents $60, any registrant receives a $10 discount if a referral registers. Tuesdays 2/9/10-3/9/10 7-9:00pm at School 33, 1427 Light Street in Federal Hill.

Young Teen's Class-Introduction to Photography

This class is geared toward 10-14 year olds who want to learn more about photography. Young children will learn the basics of photography: composition, exposure, frequently used terms etc. An outdoor session will be included for hands on instruction. Students need to bring cameras to class. Maximum of 6 students. Instructor: Lewis Katz (professional travel photographer, member of Baltimore Camera Club). Cost: $75. please contact AEArtDealer@aol.com or 410.404.3587 for more information.

Art classes for Adults: Figure/Portrait Drawing

This class focuses on rendering accurately the various parts of the human body and face. Techniques for observing form and value, mapping with shapes and creating textures in pencil and charcoal would be demonstrated and practiced. Artists will draw a live model during 3 of the class sessions. Supply list will be mailed. Instructor: Brandon Nicklas. Cost: $95+supplies. Wednesdays 1/27/10-2/24/10 7:00-9:00pm at School 33, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

Art Classes for Adults: Digital Painting

Learn how to use free software that allows you to draw and paint digitally and edit photos like a professional. Whether you are great with a computer or still getting used to new technology, this class will take you step by step through the process of creating interesting digital artwork. This class will cover photo editing, graphic composition and digital media in the arts. Students will need to bring a laptop to class. Instructor: Eileen Wold, Cost: $90, Thursdays April 1-May 6, 2010 7-9pm at 1419 Riverside Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230