TO REGISTER FOR A CAMP OR CLASS
PRINT the registration form by clicking on the link above.  Please complete one form for each student.
MAIL your completed form and payment to BAM Classes, 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, Idaho 83702

BAM Studio Art Classes
BAM’s studio art program encourages the creative abilities of all participants by offering experiences in a variety of art media which provide opportunities for making connections with BAM’s exhibitions.  Through reputable artists and educators, we provide quality instruction for all ages in a small-class, non-competitive and enjoyable atmosphere.  Class size is limited to optimize learning.  Teens (13+) are encouraged to attend classes listed in the Experiences for Adults and Teens section.  Participants must pre-register to reserve a space as class size is limited.  Please dress for mess!

Experiences for Adults and Teens

Modern Landscapes
Saturday, May 3, 10, 17, 24
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Instructor: Geoffrey Krueger
$200 ($240 non-members)
Pre-registration deadline:  April 25, 2008

Saturday Workshops

Inspired by the diverse exhibitions at BAM, these Saturday workshops offer students the opportunity to dabble in a different medium each weekend.  Register for one workshop or all three.  Participants may bring a snack/lunch.

Angela Katona-Batchelor’s artwork combines drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Angela is a native Idahoan and continues to live and work in Boise where she serves as adjunct faculty at Boise State University.  Angela holds a B.F.A. with a dual emphasis in drawing and painting and an M.F.A in painting. Her works of art have been exhibited locally and nationally in solo, group and juried shows since 2000.

Painting
Saturday, June 14, 2008
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Instructor:  Angela Katona-Batchelor
$75 ($95 non-members) Workshop fee includes all materials for use during class.
Pre-registration deadline:  May 30, 2008

Printmaking
Saturday, July 12, 2008
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Instructor:  Angela Katona-Batchelor
$75 ($95 non-members) Workshop fee includes all materials for use during class.
Pre-registration deadline:  June 27, 2008

Drawing
Saturday, August 9, 2008
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Instructor:  Angela Katona-Batchelor
$75 ($95 non-members) Workshop fee includes all materials for use during class.
Pre-registration deadline:  July 25, 2008

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Opportunities for Teens
Teens (13+) are encouraged to attend classes listed in the Classes for Adults and Teens section.  Teenagers 14-19 years of age interested in volunteering to assist with classes or camps, please contact Terra Feast, Associate Curator of Education at 345-8330 ext. 36.  This is a great way to fulfill community service requirements and to learn more about art.

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Classes for Children
BAM’s studio art program encourages the creative ability of all participants by facilitating experiences in a variety of arts media and making connections with BAM’s exhibitions.  Through reputable artists and educators, we provide quality instruction for all ages in a small-class, non-competitive and enjoyable atmosphere.  All classes are limited to 12-15 students.  Students are divided by age to provide individualized instruction and attention.  DRESS FOR MESS!

JUNE 16-20, 2008

Absolutely Abstract
Explore the abstract paintings of artists Marsden Hartley and Andrea Merrell and experiment with shapes and colors to create your own impressive paintings.

Date:  JUNE 16-20, 2008
Ages:  4-6
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon OR 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Jen Nichols
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 2, 2008

Date:  JUNE 16-20, 2008
Ages: 6-8
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Amy Nack
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 2, 2008

Date:  JUNE 16-20, 2008
Ages:  9-12 
Time:  1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Amy Nack
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 2, 2008

JUNE 23-27, 2008

Unlikely Art
Is it art?  Find out how artists use unlikely materials to create works of art and make your own art using unusual supplies.

Date:  JUNE 23-27, 2008
Ages:  4-6
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon OR 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Tara Kennedy
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 9, 2008

Date:  JUNE 23-27, 2008
Ages: 6-8
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Kim Barker
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 9, 2008

Date:  JUNE 23-27, 2008
Ages:  9-12 
Time:  1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Kim Barker
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 9, 2008

JULY 14-18, 2008

Sculpture: Putting It All Together
Experience the large-scale works in BAM’s Sculpture Garden and Permanent Collection and learn what it takes to create three-dimensional works of art by building your own playful sculptures.

Date:  JULY 14-18, 2008
Ages:  4-6
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon OR 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Heidi Metzger
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 30, 2008

Date:  JULY 14-18, 2008
Ages: 6-8
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Jeanne Dodds
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 30, 2008

Date:  JULY 14-18, 2008
Ages:  9-12 
Time:  1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Jeanne Dodds
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  June 30, 2008

AUGUST 18-22, 2008

Prints of All Kinds
Use old and new techniques to create an assortment of original prints based on artwork on display at BAM while learning about photography, printmaking, and more.

Date:  AUGUST 18-22, 2008
Ages:  4-6
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon OR 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor: Drew Williams
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  August 4, 2008

Date:  AUGUST 18-22, 2008
Ages: 6-8
Time:  10:00 a.m. – noon
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Terra Feast          
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  August 4, 2008

Date:  AUGUST 18-22, 2008
Ages:  9-12 
Time:  1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$50 ($60 non-members)
Instructor:  Terra Feast
Pre-registration required. Pre-registration deadline:  August 4, 2008

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Art Camps for Children
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Add excitement to your child’s summer with one or both of these fun-filled weeks of arts experiences with professional visual artists and educators.  Each camp is limited to 20 students for individualized attention and safety.  Students should dress for messy and outdoor activities and wear comfortable shoes for walking.  Bring a sack lunch, drink, sunscreen, hat and water bottle each day.  A Medical Information Card for each student will be mailed when the registration form is received.  The
student may attend only after the form has been completed, signed and returned to BAM. 

JULY 21 – 25, 2008
Creatures and People: We’re All Animals (with Zoo Boise) FULL
Ages: 7-12 
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$150 ($180 non-members)
Instructors: Terra Feast and Barb Carlson
Pre-registration required.  Pre-registration deadline:  July 7, 2008
Many artists create artwork inspired by animals and humans’ relationship to them.  In this camp with Zoo Boise, students will learn to focus on animals and people as the subjects for their works of art.  Study the biology of animals and learn to draw and paint portraits of your favorite creatures and people.  Mornings will be spent at Zoo Boise and afternoons will be spent at BAM.
 
AUGUST 11-15, 2008
Bugs! Insects in Art (with Zoo Boise)
Ages: 7-12 
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$150 ($180 non-members)
Instructors: Terra Feast and Rena Ashton
Pre-registration required.  Pre-registration deadline:  July 28, 2008

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"Art for Everyone at BAM"

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