BUTLER NORTH - Youngstown:
Butler North (formerly known as the First Christian Church) houses the Dennison Education Center, the new home of the Butler’s education department. Butler
North is located next to the Butler Institute on the corner of Wick Avenue and University Plaza. Thanks to the generosity of the Dennison family, this beautiful
facility will not only be the site for Butler classes, but also for lectures, concerts and private events beginning in 2006.
INCREASE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF ART HISTORY
Join Butler docents in the Zona auditorium for a “Continuing Education” program that focuses upon art history. Lectures as well as video from the National
Gallery in Washington, D.C. will cover American and European painting, as well as a variety of other art forms. This series is held on Tuesdays at noon continuing
in 2014. Contact Richard Adler 330/743-1107, ext. 117 for program information.
The Butler Institute of American Art
524 Wick Avenue
Youngstown, OH 44502
PLEASE NOTE
Class size is limited. Classes are filled on a first come first served basis. Sessions that do not fill will be cancelled or combined. No written confirmation will be
mailed. If you do not hear from us, your enrollment is ensured.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships based on need are available on a limited basis for children‘s classes at our Youngstown and Trumbull Butler locations. Please direct written
requests to the Butler Education Department in Youngstown and include a recommendation from the student’s art teacher.
PARKING
In Youngstown, limited free parking is available in the Butler’s private lot located on the museum’s north side. Additional parking is available at a nominal cost
in nearby YSU lots. In Howland, ample free parking is provided on the Butler Trumbull museum’s property.
O N E M U S E U M - TWO LO C A T I O N S
the Thomases Family Endowment
of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
The Butler Institute/The Beecher Center / Butler North
524 Wick Avenue • Youngstown, Ohio 44502
Phone 330-743-1107 • Fax 330-743-9567
The Butler Trumbull Branch
9350 East Market Street • Howland, Ohio 44484
Art Classes
Make Great Gifts
Phone 330-609-9900 • Fax 330-609-9902
MEMBERSHIPS MAKE EXCELLENT GIFTS!
Memberships can be purchased at the Butler or by calling 330.743.1107 ext. 125
Butler Members / Srs. receive a 15% discount on Teen/Adult Classes
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
524 Wick Avenue • Youngstown, Ohio 44502
330.743.1107, ext. 221
www.butlerart.com
THE BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN ART
BUTLER TRUMBULL BRANCH
HOWLAND TOWNSHIP, OHIO
P r o g r a m s
BUTLER INSTITUTE/BEECHER CENTER/
BUTLER NORTH - YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
a n d
SUMMER
2015
C l a s s e s
This publication includes classes and programs at two locations:
A r t
E D U C A T I O N
PAINT LIKE THE MASTERS
Students will choose their favorite artist and create a painting in
their particular style. Paintings may be realistic, abstract, or nonobjective. Start searching the museum, books, or “Google” to select
your famous artist and bring a sample of their work to class.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Thursdays-3 weeks-June 18, 25, July 2
Room A Fee: $30
#008-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#009-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
#010-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m
OR
Tuesdays-3 weeks-July 14, 21, 28
Room A Fee: $30
#011-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#012-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
#013-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m.
GARDEN PARTY
Paint a garden, paint a pot, and plant an herb or flower. Join us for
gardening fun in this
summer workshop with your little one.
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-June 20 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Room A Fee: $10
#014-Preschool/K (ages 3-6) with adult partner
THE BUTLER INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN ART
CARTOONING
Learn to develop cartoon figures the way the professionals do,
from rough idea to final color art. A variety of styles of
cartooning will be discussed. This is a fun class to improve your
drawing skills with individualized instruction. Note: Previous
students may repeat this class and will be taught on a more
advanced level according to student’s ability.
Richard DiGia, art instructor
Mondays-4 weeks-June 15, 22, 29, July 6
Room B Fee: $40
#001-Grades 5-8 4:30-6:00 p.m.
SIMPLY DRAWING
Join us as we explore a variety of media while learning the basics
of drawing from nature and engaging your imagination. The art
treasures of the museum galleries will be a part of our journey.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Tuesdays-3 weeks-June 16, 23, 30
Room A Fee: $30
#002-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#003-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
#004-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m.
OR
Thursdays-3 weeks-July 16, 23, 30
Room A Fee: $30
#005-Grades 1-2 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
#006-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
#007-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m.
*Please note: Kids may get messy. Bring ‘paint clothes’ or dress children/toddlers appropriately. Keep in mind most paints will not come out in the wash.
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
CHILDREN'S CLASSES-YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
STAMP PRINTING
Students will make their own printing stamp using modeling clay
and clay tools. Designs will then be printed on a variety of papers.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesday-June 24
Room A Fee: $15
#015-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:30 a.m.
#016-Grades 3-4 1:30-3:00 p.m.
ANIMAL ANIMATION
Using an iPad and an iPad app, design an animal or imaginary
creature and “bring it to life” as it walks from left to right across
your screen. (Class size is limited-please register early.)
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesday-July 15
Room A Fee: $15
#017-Grades 3-5 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
LI’L PRINTERS
Come and explore the world of printmaking with your little one.
We will learn several printing techniques while learning new
words like mono-print, repetition, and texture. Make a print for
yourself and one to share!
Lisa Zitello, art instructor
Saturday-July 18
Room B Fee: $10
#018-Preschool/K (ages 3-6) w/adult partner 10:00-10:45 a.m.
DRAWING FOR FUN
Join us for a fun class to improve your drawing skills. Instructor
will provide individualized instruction. Previous students may
repeat class.
Richard DiGia, art instructor
Mondays-4 weeks-July 20, 27, August 3, 10
Room B Fee: $40
#019-Grades 5-8 4:30-6:00 p.m.
WEAVING WHEELS
Learn the art of weaving on a circle plate. These beautiful
weavings will be combined with a colorful design drawn on the
plate when weaving is completed.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Wednesday-July 29
Room A Fee: $15
#020-Grades 3-5 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Art Classes Make
Great Gifts!
Mark your calendar for the museum's annual
TUNNEL BOOKS
Learn about and create your own “tunnel” book in this unusual
class. The tunnel book was developed in the 19th. Century as a
three-dimensional souvenir used to document and recreate for the
viewer, important places and historical events. These books have
become popular with children’s authors and illustrators. Students
will create a simple version of these interesting books.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Tuesday-August 4, 11
Room A Fee: $20
#021-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#022-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
ENCAUSTIC PAINTING
Using melted crayons and a canvas board, create an updated
version of an ancient style of painting. Candles and wax melters
will be used.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Tuesday-August 4, 11
Room A Fee: $30
#023-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:30 p.m.
CLAY COIL POTS
Learn the art of hand-building with clay while creating a coil pot
using air-dry clay.
These creations will be painted upon completion.
Mary Pat George, art instructor
Thursday-August 6, 13
Room A Fee: $20
#024-Grades 1-2 10:00-11:00 a.m.
#025-Grades 3-4 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m
#026-Grades 5-8 2:00-3:00 p.m
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH
FINISH YOUR ART USING PEN AND INK (Beginners)
Students will learn to finish their pencil drawings and sketches in
pen and ink using various techniques and materials. Explore light
source, shading, and perspective of objects. Finished art will be
ready for reproduction (greeting cards, notes, etc.). Please call
330-743-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Wednesdays-4 weeks-June 3, 10, 17, 24
Room B
Class Fee: $50
#A01-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Wednesdays-4 weeks July 29, August 5, 12, 19
Room B
Class Fee: $50
#A02-Ages 14 & up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
SUMMER ARTS DAYCAMP 2015
at the TRUMBULL BRANCH
for children ages 8-12
This program will occur at the Butler's Trumbull Branch in Howland Township,
Tuesday through Friday, July 21-24 and July 28-31, 2015.
For more information contact Education Director Joyce Mistovich
at 330.743.1107, ext 114.
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To register by phone, please call 330.743.3630.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - YOUNGSTOWN-BUTLER NORTH (cont.)
BASIC PASTEL
Learn to paint with pastel. This class provides students the
opportunity to learn the basics of applying pastels which
includes matching values and colors that translate to realistic
shadows, textures, and images from photos to paper. Students
will need to bring a photo to work from as well as pastel supplies
(supply list available at the Butler by calling 330-743-1107, ext.
221). If the opportunity arises, we may try to work outside as
well. This class may be taken multiple times and will build upon
previous experiences.
Sean Butler, art instructor
Tuesdays-4 weeks-June 9, 16, 23, 30
Room B Fee: $45
#A03-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
BRINGING REALITY TO CANVAS (ALL LEVELS)
This painting class will provide students of all skill levels time to
work at their own pace while creating an oil painting from a
photographic source. This class may be repeated. Students are
asked to bring a 5”x 7” photo for use on an 11” x 14” prestretched canvas. (Ambitious students may try larger surfaces-i.e.
8” x 10” photo with a 16” x 20” canvas but must provide their own
canvas.) All supplies for painting in oils will be provided.
Students wishing to work in acrylics may bring their own paints
and instruction will be provided as well. Supply fee is waived if
students have their own supplies. Previous students can use time in
class to complete any earlier oil paintings and begin a new work.
Sean Butler, art instructor
Saturdays-5 weeks-June 13, 27, July 11, 18, 25
Room B
Class Fee: $55 (payable to BIAA)
Supply Fee: $10 (payable to Sean Butler, first day of class)
#A15-Ages 14 & up 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
PAINTING WITH ALCOHOL INKS ON CERAMIC TILE
Try this fun new addition to our class offerings this summer.
Instruction and techniques used in painting with alcohol inks on
ceramic tile will be given. Students will go home with a
completed tile at the conclusion of class. Select the types of
paintings you would like to create from the list below. (All
workshops for teens/adults.)
Laurie Anderson, art instructor
#A04-Wednesday, June 10-Flower painting-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A05-Wednesday, June 17-Abstract landscape-10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Room B Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A06-Wednesday, July 1-Birch tree landscape-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A07-Wednesday, July 8-Flower painting-10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Room B Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A08-Wednesday, July 15-Abstract design-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A09-Wednesday, July 22-Abstract landscape-10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Room B Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A10-Wednesday, July 29-Birch tree landscape-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A11-Wednesday, August 5-Flower painting-10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Room B Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A12-Wednesday, August 12-Abstract design-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A13-Wednesday, August 19-Abstract landscape-10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Room B Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
#A14-Wednesday, August 26-Birch tree landscape-6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room A Fee: $25 + $10 supply fee
$25 class fee is payable to BIAA, $10 supply fee payable to
Laurie Anderson (first day of class)
CHILDREN'S CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER (cont.)
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
MIXED MEDIA
Students will explore various ways of making two-dimensional
and three-dimensional artworks while combining different media.
This class may be taken multiple times and will build on
previous experiences.
Joe Fragle, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-August 8, 15, 22, 29
Fee: $30
#T002-Grades 3-8 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Butler Members / Srs. receive a
15% discount on Teen/Adult Classes
CHILDREN'S CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER
(Supplies included in fee unless noted.)
DRAWING
Students will explore a variety of materials used for drawing as
well as learn about various techniques used to create realistic and
imaginary artworks. This class may be taken multiple times and
will build on previous experiences.
Joe Fragle, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-June 20, 27, July 11, 18
Fee: $30
#T001-Grades 3-8 9:00-10:00 a.m.
COLORED PENCIL DRAWING
This class will provide students a variety of techniques needed in
using colored pencils to draw and color subjects of their choice.
Explore light sources, shading, and blending to produce finished
artworks. This class may be taken multiple times and will
build upon previous experiences. Please call 330-74-1107, ext.
221 for supply list.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Saturdays-4 weeks-June 6, 13, 20, 27
Fee: $55
#TA01-Ages 14 & up 12:00-2:30 p.m.
AND/OR
Saturdays-4 weeks-August 8, 15, 22, 29
Fee: $55
#TA02-Ages 14 & up 12:00-2:30 p.m.
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS 2015
HOMESCHOOL ART CLASSES AVAILABLE
PERSONALIZED DRAWING (ALL LEVELS)
This is a customized class designed to meet the art needs of each
individual student. The student chooses the art subject he/she
wants to learn more about and personalized instruction will be
given according to their selection (basic drawing, portrait, pen
and ink, watercolor, etc.). Supplies included in class fee.
Richard DiGia, art instructor
Mondays-4 weeks-June 15, 22, 29, July 6
Room B Fee: $40
#A16-Ages 14 & up 6:30-8:00 p.m.
AND/OR
Mondays-4 weeks-July 20, 27, August 3, 10
Room B Fee: $40
#A17-Ages 14 & up 6:30-8:00 p.m.
FINISH YOUR ART USING PEN AND INK (Advanced)
Students will continue to learn and build upon various techniques
to finish their pencil drawings and sketches in pen and ink.
Explore light source, shading, and perspective at a more advanced
level. Finished art will be ready for reproduction (greeting cards,
notes, etc.). Please call 330-73-1107, ext. 221 for supply list.
Nicholas Galipo, art instructor
Wednesdays-4 weeks-July 1, 8, 15, 22
Room B Fee: $50
#A18-Ages 14 and up 6:00-8:00 p.m.
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES - TRUMBULL BUTLER
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221 regarding options for
scheduling homeschool art classes. A variety of dates and times can be scheduled
to suit your needs.
SCOUTING BADGE ART REQUIREMENTS
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221 to schedule a
special class based on your needs for scouting badge fulfillment.
ART RELATED BIRTHDAY PARTIES AVAILABLE
Please call the Education Department at 330-743-1107, ext. 221
for more information and scheduling.
FREE PROGRAMS
FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Youngstown Butler, Sundays at 1:30 pm
FREE
Join Sandy Trolio, a Butler art instructor, and Butler docents for an afternoon of fun at the museum. Listen to a story in
Sweeney Children's Gallery, and visit a museum exhibit. Then return to Sweeney to create a work of art based on your
museum experience. This program appeals to pre-school through primary grade children and is a great opportunity for
families to spend quality time together as they learn about art. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 115 for more information.
October 18, 2015 • November 8, 2015 • January 17, 2016 • February 21, 2016
March 20, 2016 • April 17, 2016 (dates are tentative)
FREE
FREE FAMILY DAYS at the Butler Trumbull Branch, Saturdays at 2:00 pm
Sandy Trolio, Butler art instructor, and the children's librarian from the Howland Branch of the Warren-Trumbull County
Library join for an afternoon of art and literature. A children's librarian reads a story from the library collection and a Butler
art instructor directs an art activity. Registration is not required. The program is free and geared for children 10 years of age
and younger accompanied by an adult. Call 330.743.1107, Ext. 115 for more information.
October 17, 2015 • November 14, 2015 • January 16, 2016 • February 20, 2016
March 19, 2016 • April 16, 2016 (dates are tentative)
FREE
CONTINUING EDUCATION - TUESDAYS at NOON in YOUNGSTOWN
Each Tuesday at noon in the Butler’s Beecher Center auditorium, a film on art series is presented free of charge. Learn
more about world art and artists through this wonderful program. (The Beecher Center auditorium has recently undergone
upgrades. Come and see our new and improved picture and sound!) For more information on the series and the film
schedule, contact Dick Adler 330.743.1107, ext. 117.