PURSUIT Classes

2024 PURSUIT Schedule

Expand creativity and reignite passions with PURSUIT art classes and workshops at Artisan Gallery. All classes will be held in the Broome County Arts Council classroom, Artist Studio, or Artisan Gallery, located at 223 State Street, Binghamton.

Prices vary by class. Art classes are for adults, unless otherwise indicated. Classes at BCAC require minimum registration to proceed as well as maximum participant capacity. Schedules are subject to change. If you are interested in a class, early registration helps us plan accordingly. In order for instructors to be paid fairly for their time, participant cancellation within two days of the start date will not be refunded. Thanks for your understanding!

Pre-registration required – see descriptions below. For questions, contact us at 607-723-4620 or information@broomearts.org

Little Leonardos

September 18 through November 6
Wednesdays from 10 – 11AM
8 Sessions
$85 Adult & Child
Presenter: Lori Farist

Join us for a toddler and parent art class designed to foster creativity, strengthen adult-child bonds, and introduce young children to the joys of artistic expression. This class will provide a supportive and interactive environment to explore art together. All materials will be provided.

Participants will be encouraged to use their imagination and express themselves through various art forms while engaging together in a fun and creative setting. Making art is excellent for helping toddlers develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving abilities through art activities.

Lori Farist is a skilled artist with experience in teaching both children and adults ensuring a positive and educational experience for all.

Nature Journaling

September 7 / 14 / 28, October 5 / 12 / 19
Saturdays from 11AM – 1PM
6 sessions
$125 (Adult & Child)
$75 (Single Participant)
Presenter: Ciara Heatherman

Nature journaling is a mindful practice that invites individuals to observe, document, and reflect on the natural world around them. It combines elements of art, science, and personal expression, allowing enthusiasts to deepen their connection with nature while honing their observational skills. Through sketches, written descriptions, and even poetry, nature journaling captures fleeting moments of beauty, reveals patterns in the environment, and fosters a deeper understanding of ecological systems. It’s not just about creating a visual record; it’s about cultivating a sense of wonder and curiosity, encouraging us to slow down, engage with our surroundings, and appreciate the intricate details of the world outside our doorstep. Whether done in solitude or as part of a group, nature journaling offers a pathway to both inner reflection and a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the natural world.

For this unique workshop, the first session will meet at BCAC and subsequent sessions will take place at different scenic locations all around Broome County! General supplies needed are a sketch book, pencils, colored pencils, pastels, watercolors. Complete agenda and supply list will be sent upon registration.

Session 1: BCAC

Session 2: Discovery Center Story Garden Pavilion

Session 3: Otsiningo Park Pond

Session 4 : Nathaniel Cole Park Concession Stand

Session 5: Cutler Botanic Garden

Session 6: Confluence Park

Special price offered for an adult and child pair (or bring a friend)!

Beginner Hand Sewing

September 26, October 3 / 10 / 17
Thursdays from 6-8PM
4 Sessions
$75 (Adult & Child)*
$50 (Single Participant)*
Presenter: Kathleen Wiktor

Interested in learning a new skill that’s both practical and relaxing? The Beginner Hand Sewing Class will introduce you to sewing supplies and their practical uses. Learn hand stitches and practical techniques for hemming and sewing buttons. You will learn to apply your new skills to sew a small take home project in the final class. In addition to the practical skills taught, we hope you will find the meditative benefits of hand sewing which involves the rhythm of stitching and the repetitive hand work and preserve vintage sewing techniques.

Special price offered for an adult and child pair (or bring a friend)!

*Materials kit to be provided for EACH PARTICIPANT at an additional cost of $20, please pay the instructor at the first class.

Photographing Water

October 5 / 12 / 19
Saturdays from 11AM – 1PM
3 Sessions | $90
Presenter: JW Johnston

This intermediate workshop is for photographers who want to unlock their creativity when photographing water. Water is a mysterious, compelling, ever-changing subject. Whether your scene is a colorful reflection in a quiet pond, silky water of a slow-moving stream, the rush of a waterfall, or the peace of a fog-shrouded lake, this class guides you through some simple techniques that make beautiful images possible. How can shutter speed dramatically change the look of moving water? When do you use a tripod and when DON’T you? What are the best filters and how are they used? This workshop provides the answers with sessions in the classroom and on location along with constructive reviews of your photographs.

First and third sessions held at BCAC, session two (October 12) will meet at Taughannock Falls in Ithaca.

Designed for DSLR and Mirrorless photographers comfortable with adjusting aperture, shutter speed, iso, and reading histograms. Recommended but not required: tripod, polarizer and neutral density filters.

Open Figure Drawing

First and Third Tuesday of Each Month

From 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

$15/session includes model fee

Presenter: Linda Ciallelo

UPCOMING DATES:

August 6 & 20

September 3 & 17

October 1 & 15

Join us in the gallery for open figure drawing with a live model. Bring your favorite drawing supplies; easels provided. Cost includes model fee. Sessions may feature nude models. All skill levels welcome. Class space is limited to 15; register in advance is required.