Kids Claypalooza | 6-10

Kids Claypalooza | 6-10

Dates

 -

Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Each week we’ll make a different clay sculpture projects using handbuilding techniques. Once our pieces are dried and fired, we’ll add color with glazes. We’re going to get messy, so wear play clothes and tie back long hair if you have it!
 
There will be no class held on January 15th or February 19th
 
Supplies Provided
 

Class space is limited. 

 

INSTRUCTOR

Allison Frink

Allison has been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. She earned a BFA in Animation and has been teaching and organizing community art classes since 2006. She loves trying new mediums, learning new skills, and sharing that knowledge. Current favorites include watercolors, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

 

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Kids Handbuilding Ages 5-7

Kids Handbuilding Ages 5-7

Dates

 -

Ages

On Wednesdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Come and join Miss Allie for a fun filled lesson learning how to handbuild pottery! Students will learn how to build with clay slabs that the students can decorate however they want. There will be weekly projects/themes to guide the process and learn the technique but there is no right or wrong way to complete the assignment as long as each student is happy with their artwork. Students will make a variety of forms, some examples of the projects will be: Crowns, Mugs/cups, Luminaries, etc. (Projects and themes are subject to change based on students interest and student abilities)
 
Supplies Provided but you may bring in stencils or cookie cutters that you would like to use on your creations!
 

Class space is limited. 

 

INSTRUCTOR

Allie Benoit

Allie Benoit was born in Albany, New York, but grew up in both New York and Georgia. She recently graduated Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University with a BFA in Ceramics & Sculpture, minoring in Italian Language. During her time at Kennesaw, Allie traveled on a study abroad trip with the University of Georgia System, to Montepulciano, Italy and was in residence there for 5 weeks studying the Italian language, while designing a new body of artwork. She was awarded the Global learning scholarship, and the Visual Arts Study Abroad Scholarship, as well as the honor of Runner Up/Alternate for The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. By February 2023, Benoit began exhibiting sculptural work during MABLE HOUSE ARTS CENTER: FAHRENHEIT 2200* juried exhibition. She will have “Horse#1” sculpture on display for the 2023 TASTE OF MABLETON event being held in Mableton Georgia. Allie is also participating in recent exhibitions such as: SVCC and Clayer & Co’s juried exhibition SIP: A CERAMIC CUP SHOW, with Kevin Snipes as the juror. Benoit’s work sold out during the SIP CUP opening night reception. Throughout April, Allie was also accepted to Wildfire Ceramic Studio’s 3RD ANNUAL HIGH FIRE PIPE SHOW, (with The Last Prisoner’s Project), for another juried exhibition in Missoula, Montana. Allie Benoit’s upcoming group exhibitions, running until September, will be: James May Gallery JMG: SMALL WORKS 2023 in Milwaukee Wisconsin from April – August. Along with The Clay Center of New Orleans Juried Group Exhibition, CLAY: A SOUTHERN CENSUS with Donte K Hayes as the juror. Allie Benoit is the Founder/Owner of Rainy Day Studio and High Horse Ceramics businesses located in Atlanta, Georgia. Rainy Day Studio was established in 2020 while High Horse Ceramics is being developed throughout 2023 as an incubator for Benoit’s more recreational and functional works.

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If you have any questions, please let us know.

Kids Handbuilding Ages 10-13

Kids Handbuilding Ages 10-13

Dates

 -

Ages

On Wednesdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Come and join Miss Allie for a fun filled lesson learning how to handbuild pottery! Students will learn how to build with clay slabs that the students can decorate however they want. There will be weekly projects/themes to guide the process and learn the technique but there is no right or wrong way to complete the assignment as long as each student is happy with their artwork. Students will make a variety of forms, some examples of the projects will be: Crowns, Mugs/cups, Luminaries, etc. (Projects and themes are subject to change based on students interest and student abilities)
 
Supplies Provided but you may bring in stencils or cookie cutters that you would like to use on your creations!
 

Class space is limited. 

 

INSTRUCTOR

Allie Benoit

Allie Benoit was born in Albany, New York, but grew up in both New York and Georgia. She recently graduated Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University with a BFA in Ceramics & Sculpture, minoring in Italian Language. During her time at Kennesaw, Allie traveled on a study abroad trip with the University of Georgia System, to Montepulciano, Italy and was in residence there for 5 weeks studying the Italian language, while designing a new body of artwork. She was awarded the Global learning scholarship, and the Visual Arts Study Abroad Scholarship, as well as the honor of Runner Up/Alternate for The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. By February 2023, Benoit began exhibiting sculptural work during MABLE HOUSE ARTS CENTER: FAHRENHEIT 2200* juried exhibition. She will have “Horse#1” sculpture on display for the 2023 TASTE OF MABLETON event being held in Mableton Georgia. Allie is also participating in recent exhibitions such as: SVCC and Clayer & Co’s juried exhibition SIP: A CERAMIC CUP SHOW, with Kevin Snipes as the juror. Benoit’s work sold out during the SIP CUP opening night reception. Throughout April, Allie was also accepted to Wildfire Ceramic Studio’s 3RD ANNUAL HIGH FIRE PIPE SHOW, (with The Last Prisoner’s Project), for another juried exhibition in Missoula, Montana. Allie Benoit’s upcoming group exhibitions, running until September, will be: James May Gallery JMG: SMALL WORKS 2023 in Milwaukee Wisconsin from April – August. Along with The Clay Center of New Orleans Juried Group Exhibition, CLAY: A SOUTHERN CENSUS with Donte K Hayes as the juror. Allie Benoit is the Founder/Owner of Rainy Day Studio and High Horse Ceramics businesses located in Atlanta, Georgia. Rainy Day Studio was established in 2020 while High Horse Ceramics is being developed throughout 2023 as an incubator for Benoit’s more recreational and functional works.

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Youth Improv Workshops

Youth Improv Workshops

Date

November 7th and December 5th, 2023

Ages

Tuesdays

25

Class Location

REGISTRATION

In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of improvisation and exercises to build unique characters and environments. Ages 8-12.

All skill levels are welcome!

Workshop space is limited.

Each workshop session is $25.

Tuesday, November 7th

Tuesday, December 5th

JACKRABBIT

Our education programs are now being hosted and managed on a site called Jackrabbit. This allows you to fill out your student and payment information one time and register for any of our educational programs.

Individual workshops are available above, or you can click below to set up an account and view all available programs.

You will also need to create an account to be put on a waitlist for any workshop.

INSTRUCTOR

Joe Lemmo

Joe Lemmo became the iThink Improv Director in October 2017. He is a professional educator and improv artist with over 20 years of
experience in public education and 10 years of experience in improv comedy.

Joe directs and performs with the iThink Improv Troupe. Joe also teaches adult, teen, and youth improv classes that each end in their very own graduation shows. He lives in Canton with his wife, son, daughter, and cat. 

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