SASFA15Catalog

To register for a class go to sfreconline.org
or call the registration desk at:
415.831.6800
FOSAS Priority Registration opens July 25th at 10am
General Registration opens August 1st at 10am

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A MESSAGE FROM THE FOSAS DIRECTOR
If you are a long-standing member of the non-profit partner to Sharon Art
Studio, FOSAS, you have met Lenny through the on-going efforts to champion
authenticity in how the studio is administered. Lenny embodied that principle
of realism in all his roles. If you are an artist looking to the studio classes to
help resolve life contradictions through the beauty of creation, you are about
to become a part of his legacy and our family.
I had the pleasure of seeing Lenny on Friday afternoons. New to my position,
I would often be wrapping-up a project whilst Lenny was ramping-up to begin
his traditional evening class. I have rarely seen such a man in action. He
was the first to offer assistance when a community event needed something
special, donating talent time and again to the programs that make us unique.
He was the last to show fatigue, making each day a masterpiece. I have
heard many stories of his character, which always reveal a dedication to the
world. His work reflects this care.
His colleagues have admiration in his mentoring. As one assistant shares,
“Lenny did something truly amazing in his teaching. He actually taught and
challenged me and gave me responsibilities. Most of all, he taught me what
he knew. That is a gift that will always be appreciated. I can now proudly say
that I have a great amount of his skills that I can carry with me and I know
he will always, be with me. Every time I load or fire a kiln. Every time I eat a
potato chip. Every time I eat a Toblerone.”
This semester is dedicated to Lenny. Whether you are entering our doors
for the first time or creating at the studio with vast experience, may his
legacy inspire and inform your learning. The loss is our shared connection to
continue. His touch is everywhere.
Matt Burns
FOSAS Executive Director
Loss, Legacy, and Learning
Lenny Price is a classic example of the
Renaissance Man. He is a father, husband,
friend, artist, mentor, teacher and creative
citizen; further promoting the art of process
and discovery in the community he touched
for over 30 years. Through care, tenacity and
skill, he helped mold the clay and character of
Sharon Art Studio for many seasons. It would
be impossible to summarize what he has meant
to so many for so long. Sharon Art Studio is a
family community and we are saddened at his
passing on June 14, 2015.
If you are new to the studio, I guarantee you
will meet Lenny’s example– through the care
and professionalism of the many instructors and
assistants he helped mentor.

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PROGRAM & EVENTS CALENDAR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Message from the FOSAS Director
Contents and Calendar
About Sharon Art Studio & FOSAS
Scaregrove Information
Junior Picasso
Volunteer & Scholarship Info
Youth Drawing & Painting
Youth Mixed Media
Youth Glass, Jewelry, & Metal Arts
Youth Clay & Ceramics
Holiday & Adult Workshops
Adult Drawing & Painting
Adult Knitting & Mixed Media
Adult Casting, Jewelry, & Metal Arts
Adult Fine Arts Open Studio
Adult Jewery Open Studio
Adult Ceramics & Sculpture
Adult Glass
Adult Glass & Glass Open Studio
Adult Ceramics & Ceramics Open Studio
Instructor Inspiration
Winter Sale Info
Thank You!
Sharon Art Studio Instructors
Registration Info & Studio Policies and Procedures
FOSAS Membership Form
Fall Member Priority Registration
Fall General Registration opens
Building closed in observance of Labor Day
Summer Session ends
Fall Session begins
Studio Closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Scaregrove
Painted Pumpkins
Silent Auction
Studio Closed in honor of Veterans Day
Turkey Cook Off
Studio Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Sharon Art Studio Winter Sale
Holiday Workshops
Fall Session Ends
Winter 2016 FOSAS Priority Registration Opens
Winter 2016 General Registration Opens
Winter Session Begins

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Sharon Art Studio & the Friends of Sharon Art Studio
A Public-Private Partnership
Sharon Art Studio is run under the auspices of the San Francisco Recreation and Park
Department, and is San Francisco’s largest public community art center. The Studio has
affordable courses in ceramics, leaded and fused glass, jewelry, drawing, painting, and
mixed-media for all ages, and for all levels of experience. The Studio is open year-round
and offers one day workshops as well as courses that meet once weekly and last between
four and ten weeks.
Housed in the landmark Sharon Building in Golden Gate Park between the Children’s
Playground and Carousel, the Studio remains a vibrant hub of Arts & Craft offerings - thanks
to an innovative partnership between the San Francisco Recreation & Park Department and
the Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS). Since 1991 FOSAS has expanded the Studio’s
programming and currently operates 50% of the total studio’s program! FOSAS offers
Jewelry and Metal Arts, Drawing and Painting, Mixed-Media and Fiber Arts, and special
workshops in a variety of disciplines. See sharonartstudio.org for more info!
ABOUT SHARON ART STUDIO
Friends of Sharon Art Studio
Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm Tel: 415 753-7005
*Contact for information on FOSAS Memberships, Scholarships, & Events*
Sharon Art Studio
Hours: Mon - Fri 9:30am - 5:30pm Tel: 415 753-7004
*Contact for information on ceramics, glass, and studio policies*

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SCAREGROVE INFORMATION
Looking for more fun events and workshops to attend this fall?
Visit sfrecpark.org & sharonartstudio.org for a list of upcoming
events!

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JUNIOR PICASSO
Our wildly popular Junior Picasso classes meet one day a week
over five weeks and explore a variety of themes and involve
drawing,painting,andavarietyoffunandexcitingcrafts!Thisfall
weareintroducingthreenewclasses!Readdescriptionsforeach
session’s theme and register online at: www.sfreconline.org.
Junior Picasso
Rebecca Jackson
Ages 5Y-10Y
5 week sessions, $65 per session
An $8 fee for materials will be collected at the first
class meeting. Scholarships available.

Mondays in the Carousel Room
Monster Mash
41361 9/28-11/2,3:45-4:40pm, No class 10/12
NEW: Cute Animals: Drawing & Painting
42251 9/28-11/2,4:50-5:45pm, No class 10/12
NEW: Drawing & Painting from the Imagination
42250 11/9-12/7, 3:45-4:40pm
Splash! Drawing Pirates, Mermaids & Sea Creatures
41362 11/9-12/7, 4:50-5:45pm
Medieval Fantasy*
41367 11/3-12/1, 3:45-4:40pm
Big Messy Fluffy, Sparkly Arts & Crafts*
41356 09/29-10/27, 3:45-4:40pm
Drawing Animals, People & Places*
41364 09/29-10/27, 4:50-5:45pm
Drawing & Painting Animals, Bugs and Birds*
41366 11/3-12/1, 4:50-5:45pm
Tuesdays in the *Carousel & *Jewelry Room
Thursdays in the Jewelry Studio
Drawing & Cartooning for Kids
41358 10/1-10/29, 3:45-4:40pm
Drawing & Painting for Kids
41363 10/1-10/29, 4:50-5:45pm
NEW: Kids Art Studio
42249 11/5-12/10, 3:45-4:40pm
Drawing & Painting Animals
41365 11/5-12/10, 4:50-5:45pm

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VOLUNTEER & SCHOLARSHIP INFO
Interested in Volunteering?
FOSAS SCHOLARSHIPS
AVAILABLE!
There are many ways to support the studio.
One of these ways is through volunteering at
events, fundraisers, or in the classroom!
visit sharonartstudio.org for steps on becoming
a volunteer!
There are many compelling reasons why a scholarship may
benefit you!
Apply for a scholarship today!
See details & download the application @sharonartstudio.org or stop by the
studio to pick up an application!
Call the FOSAS office with any questions at 415 753-7005.
The Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS) is
dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the Sharon
Art Studio’s goal to promote artistic development.
One of the ways we can achieve this is through
FOSAS scholarships.Scholarships are granted
on a first come first serve basis and based upon
eligibility and demonstration of need through a 50%
reimbursement process.

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YOUTH DRAWING & PAINTING
Improve Your Drawing Skills
Susan Gold
11Y-15Y 8 weeks in the Carousel Rm
41344 Fri 10/2-11/20, 4-5:30pm
$80
Improve your art skills by exploring
various art media such as pencil,
charcoal, ink, and paint. Drawing
techniques for shading, perspective,
contour drawing and portraits will be
taught. Projects and techniques will
vary.
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced
students welcome.
Cartooning Class
Cara Goldstein
41398 Sun 10/4-10/25, 10am-12pm
$55
Explore how to create dynamic
cartoon characters, backgrounds, and
storylines. Students will learn how to
draw characters that have expression,
movement and backgrounds that are
colorful. Our materials will include
pencils, markers and a sketchbook. The
culmination of this class will be several
cartoon scenes and the beginning of a
comic book!
A $10 materials is to be collected on the
first day of class.
Develop Your Art Portfolio
Cara Goldstein
41399 Sun 10/4-10/25,12:30-2:30pm
$55
Do you want to go to art school, but
need to improve your skills? This class
will provide you with the foundations of
life drawing, portraiture, perspective,
the figure, and develop your particular
strengths in aconcentration. A portfolio
consists of about 15-20 pieces of solid
work that displays understanding of
anatomy, shading, gesture, still life,
and portraits. All levels of skill are
welcome. The instructor has been a
teacher and portfolio reviewer at
SOTA (School of the Arts).
Materials fee of $10 will be collected
on the first day of class.
“I learned a
LOT taking
the portfolio class. It
helped me grow in all
aspects of art.”

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YOUTH MIXED MEDIA
Youth Fantasy Painting
Michael Wong
41402 Thu 10/1-12/10, 4:15-6:15pm
$80
Incorporate fantasy themes into your
drawings and paintings. Students will
usetheirimaginationtocreatefairytale
imagery, influenced by characters and
scenery from fantasy movies such as
The Hobbit and Howl’s Moving Castle.
Technical instruction will be included,
and students are encouraged to
express their imagination through the
creation of their own fantasy world.
A $5 fee for class materials will be
collected by the instructor.
No class 10/8, 11/12, and 11/26
Alice in Wonderland
Deborah Wu
7Y-11Y 2 days in the Jewelry Studio
42236 Sun 11/1-11/8, 12:30-2:30pm
$55
Lewis Carroll wrote this beloved
adventure story in 1865. In this two-
day workshop, we’ll explore the world
of Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad
Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and more!
We’ll follow Alice down the rabbit
hole, into a world where things just
get stranger and stranger. Students
will work on projects based on this
wonderful children’s classic, including
decorating cards, fashion made hats
and making items for the tea party
and more.
A $10 material fee will be collected by
the instructor.
Holiday Art: Twinkle Glitter & More
Tatiana Mak
5Y-10Y 4 weeks in the Jewelry Studio
41400 Sun 11/8-12/6, 10am-12pm
$50
This holiday season, you can decorate
your tree & home with hand-made
ornaments. By working with paper and
felt with a bit of sewing the students
will learn some tricks to decorate them
with beads and buttons, embroidery
stitches, and colorful ribbons. So much
fun for kids!
There will be an additional materials fee
of $10 payable to the instructor.
No class 11/29
Weaving Art
Tatiana Mak
41401 Sun 10/4-10/25,10am-12pm
$50
We’ll experiment with mixed media,
which is always exciting and fun for
kids. And this time, the students will
create their own exotic accessories
and collages by weaving with pure
and simple pieces of nature such as
straws, fresh leaves/grasses, with
colorful yarns, and with paper and
dyed fabric strips.
“My daughter cherishes
the doll she made in
Tatiana’s Betty Doll class!
I can’t believe my daughter
knows how to sew better than
me now!”

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YOUTH GLASS, JEWELRY, & METAL ARTS
Get Your Glass On
Jeff Sutton
11Y-16Y 8 weeks in the Glass Studio
41342 Wed, 10/7-12/9, 4-6pm
No class 11/11 & 11/25
41341 Fri 10/2-11/20, 4-6pm
$80
In this two part class, you will learn
the basics of both stained and fused
glass techniques. Learn proper
glass cutting, shaping, and soldering
techniques to create an original 8x10
stained glass window for your home.
We will also introduce you to glass
fusing: the technique of heating pieces
of compatible glass in a kiln until they
are completely fused. We will focus
on arranging glass for flat fusing and
learn to make a fused glass project,
such as jewelry, a frame or magnet.
All the materials you need will be
included in the cost of the class. No
previous glass cutting experience is
necessary - we’ll teach you everything
you need to know!
New students must attend the first
class. Must be able to follow directions
and safety precautions for cutting and
handling glass.
Precious Metal Clay
Olivia Competente
41394 Fri 11/6-12/11, 4-6pm
$65
Ever want to make jewelry? Want to
make your own action figures? This
class explores the world of Precious
Metal Clay - a compound that starts
out as clay and after being fired in
a kiln, becomes pure silver. Students
will learn the basics in jewelry and
finishing techniques and explore other
uses in the application of Precious
Metal Clay. Great for making all
kinds of gifts for yourself, friends and
family!
A materials fee of $35 will be collected
No class 11/27
Youth Introduction to Casting
Erik James
41393 Fri 10/2-10/30, 4-6pm
$90
Learn the organic metal art of lost
wax casting. This course will cover
wax to cast, allowing you to see the
limitless forms that metal can take.
The class starts by showing you how
to work with wax (hot and cold) to
create pieces of jewelry that will be
cast. You will enjoy mixing your own
investment and working with instructor
to pour your metal into your mold.
Try a different way to get your pieces
made!
The class fee covers the cost of most
materials; a materials list will be given
Painting With Fire: Enameling on
Copper
Jeff Sutton
41392 Sat 10/3-10/31, 10am-12pm
$80
Learn how to paint with fire! Students
will explore the fun art of enameling
(fusing glass to metal). This class
will cover the basics and beyond in
enameling. Create one-of-a-kind
jewelry and home accessories for you
and your family.
All materials are included in the course fee.
No class 10/24

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YOUTH CLAY & CERAMICS
Family Clay Day
Elizabeth Liu
5Y & up 4 wks in the Ceramics Studio
41299 Sun 10/4-10/25, 10-11:30am
41300 Sun 11/1-11/22, 10-11:30am
$25
Kids and parents! Come play with
clay and create beautiful works of
art the whole family will enjoy! Learn
a variety of handbuilding techniques
and glaze your pieces with bright non-
toxic glazes.
Note: Children under 8 must be
accompanied by a participating
(registered and paying) adult. This
means one parent with one child will
register for 2 class spaces - one child
registration, and one adult registration.
**Participants may sign up for only one
of the two sessions being offered.**
Teen Ceramics
Elizabeth Liu
13Y-17Y 8 wks in the Ceramics Studio
41305 Fri 10/2-11/20, 4-6pm
$80
Learn basic throwing techniques on the
potter’s wheel and a variety of hand
building methods. Explore decorating
and glazing techniques and
participate in the ancient Japanese
Raku firing technique. Beginners
welcome.
Students must attend 1st class.
Ceramics: Wheel & Sculpture
Geoff Scott
41304 Wed 10/7-12/9, 4-6pm
No class 11/11 & 11/25
Susan Gold & Geoff Scott
41303 Sat 10/10-12/5,10am-12pm
No class 11/28
$80
Learn basic and advanced throwing
techniques on the potter’s wheel and
explore hand building and sculptural
techniques. Experiment with glazes to
create impressive finished projects. All
levels.
New students must attend first class.
**Students may sign up for only ONE
Saturday Ceramics class each session. If
a student signs up for more than one,
they will be withdrawn and charged the
withdrawal fee.
Ceramics: Handbuilding
Erik James
41301 Mon 10/5-11/30, 4-5:30pm
No class 10/12
Noriko Kuwabara
41302 Tue 10/6-12/1, 4-5:30pm
No class 11/24
$80
This children’s class explores a variety
of hand building methods. Projects
may include masks, planters, and
more!

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HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
HOLIDAY W
Casting with Cuttle
Erik James
18Y & up 1 day in the Jewelry Studio
41388 Sun 12/13, 11am-3pm
$65 member/$75 non-member
Cuttlefish bone casting is an ancient
method for casting precious metals
into a carved mold made of bone. It’s
a fun and quick method for achieving
precisely cast rings, pendants or
earrings. Your finished piece will
be a great one-of-a-kind holiday
gift! Pewter and cuttle included in
workshop fee.
Beginners are welcome!
Knitted Cat Project
Rhonda Rungsitiyakorn
42242 Thu 12/10, 12:45-3:45pm
Knitted cats make wonderful gifts for
children and cat lovers. This is an easy
knitting pattern, using different colored
yarns and textures. The cat may be
knitted in holiday colors and used
as ornaments. Students must be an
experienced knitter to register.
A materials fee of $8 to be collected by
the instructor.
Fused Glass Jewelry: Sparkle for the
Holidays
Olivia Competente
18Y & up 1 day in the Glass Studio
41391 Sun 12/20, 11am-3pm
41390 Thu 12/17, 6-10pm
Love pretty, shiny jewelry? Learn the fun
of fusing glass to make your own one-of-
a-kind jewelry. Class will cover fusing irid
glass, dichroic glass, silver leaf in your
work, and glass etching.
Students must have basic glass cutting skills.
A materials fee of $10 will be collected by
the instructor.

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HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOPS
Holiday Crafty Afternoon
Donna DeTurris
41297 Sun 12/13, 10am-1pm
$10
Join Sharon Art and FOSAS for a fun-filled, crafty
afternoon! Make one of a kind holiday-themed crafts
such as hand-made wrapping paper, holiday cards,
beaded ornaments, and polymer clay jewelry.
Painting with Fire: Enamled
Pendants and Ornaments
Jeff Sutton
41396 Mon 12/21, 5-7pm
Create art with fire! Make one of a
kind enameled jewelry or beautiful
ornaments for yourself or to give as
gifts. Explore how to adhere glass to
metal and fun with colors. Go home
with pieces you’ll love!
Materials fee included in course fee.
Beaded Ornaments
Delia Munoz
41395 Mon 12/21, 5-7pm
Design Christmas tree or other
ornaments using glass bulbs and a
variety of glass beads. Not only will
you leave with beautiful ornaments,
but you can also use the techniques
you learn to create fabulous jewelry
on your own! Various weaving
techniques will also be demonstrated
to create your perfect individualized
ornament.
A $12 materials fee payable to the
instructor will be collected.
Come and get your craft on at one of our holiday workshops!
Make a gift for yourself or someone else while learning something
new!

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ADULT WORKSHOPS
Oil and Water
Michael Wong
2 days OFFSITE
41386 Sun 09/27-10/4, 1-4pm
Oil painting meets the convenience of
watercolor as we offer a unique workshop
for students looking to paint a little
differently this Summer. Using water-
mixable oils, students will rendezvous with
the instructor in Golden Gate Park and
learn about a new medium from modern
chemistry. The slow-drying paint will help
students capture a distinct vista under
the Summer light, sun and fog. This class
is ideal for students who would like to
work with oil paint without the hassle of
chemicals and fumes. No prior experience
necessary.
Materials, paint, easel and brushes are
provided and included in the price.
Class will meet in Golden Gate Park; exact
location TBA prior to the class meeting.
Fun with Color: Colored Pencils
with Colored Paper
Karen Bash
1 day in the Carousel Room
41389 Sun 11/15, 11am-3pm
Students will learn how to create
beautiful effects using colored pencils
on colored paper. Instruction will be
given in pencil techniques, as well as
color theory and developing value
relationships using the combination
of pencil and paper colors. Basic
instruction in how to draw flowers
and a final drawing from a flower
still life will also take place. Students
will need to supply their own colored
pencils. Various colored paper will be
provided.
Mechanics of Jewelry Repair
Delia Munoz
1 day in the Jewelry Studio
42239 Sun 11/22, 12:30-4:30pm
Fix your broken treasures! Learn how
to replace rhinestones, faux stones,
or beads. We will cover a variety
of repair techniques in this workshop:
rewrapping, rewiring, restringing, and
knotting. Learn how to open and bend
closures, jump rings, and wires for
quick repairs.
NOTE: no soldering. This workshop is for
silver and costume jewelry only.
Prime Time Soap Making
Geoff Scott
1 day in the Jewelry Studio
42237 Sat 10/17, 4-6pm
42238 Sat 12/5, 4-6pm
Stay tuned with good, clean fun, as
nothing can be more luxurious (and
creatively dramatic) than hand-crafted
soap -and it is even better when you
can make it yourself. You will be
learning the method of “cold process”
soap making and you will assist in the
making of Lemongrass Soap with other
student, taking home Lemongrass and
Grapefruit soap samples. Instruction
will incorporate the use of herbs, dry
flowers, honey and other ingredients
in soap production, as well as
preparation in cutting, labeling and
packaging.
A $20 material fee is payable to the
instructor and all students must wear
closed-toe shoes and long sleeve shirts.

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ADULT WORKSHOPS
Face Painting
Brigid Casey-O’Neil
18Y & up 2 days in the Carousel Rm
42241 Sat 10/3-10/10, 2-4pm
Let’s face it; kids love to have their
faces painted, and this workshop is
ideal for the parent, teacher and
“child at heart” who wants to learn the
basics. Everything from choosing the
right products and learning the right
application techniques to considering
facial hygiene and design construction
are explored!
Materials are provided by the instructor
and costs are included in the workshop
price.
Fairy Sparkle: How to Make a
Royal Crown
Olivia Competente
10Y &up 1 day in the Jewelry Studio
42248 Sat 10/24, 5-7pm
Learnsimplewireandotherconstruction
techniques to build a fabulously, regal,
beaded, “spoke crown”. This workshop
will cover wire basics, the ins and outs
of proper beading usage, and how to
done the finished piece like a royal.
Each student will leave class with a
completed/nearly completed crown.
the instructor.
Class also includes a special “tea
ceremony” featuring light refreshments!
Leather Mask & Mixed Media
Delia Munoz
42240 Sun 10/4, 12:30-4:30pm
Love Leather? Want to try a new
medium? The central focus of this
workshop will be to create and
design leather masks. Ideal for
Halloween, parties or other fun
occasions! Participants will learn to
cut, emboss, dye, paint and decorate
leather, using tools and sorted leather
lunches provided by the instructor.
This workshop is ideal for advanced
student and beginners. Advanced
students are welcome to bring PMC
and fused glass from other classes to
incorporate.
All tools necessary to finish your project
in class will be provided.
the instructor.

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ADULT DRAWING
“I was always scared to
attempt drawing the human
figure until I started taking
Virginia’s Life Drawing
classes.”
Everyone Can Draw
Virginia Banta
15Y & up 9 weeks in the Carousel Rm
41345 Wed 9/30-12/9, 9am-12pm
Designed for absolute beginners and
those wishing to improve their painting
skills. Anyone who can hold a pencil
can learn to draw with some degree
of proficiency. With your commitment,
you can and will! Drawing skills are
essential to all artists, be it ceramics,
glass or painting. Primary emphasis is
on seeing, using right-brain techniques.
Materials list will be provided on the first
day of class.
No class 11/11 & 11/25
Intermediate Everyone Can Draw
Virginia Banta
15Y & up 10 wks in the Carousel Rm
41346 Tue 9/29-12/8, 9am-12pm
Explore a new world of drawing
by learning various properties and
applications for using pencil, pen,
charcoal, colored pencils, crayons and
pastels. You’ll gain confidence in a
wide range of media when you have
an understanding of how line, color,
texture, perspective, shading and
color work to enhance your drawing.
Discover your hidden artist as you
learn what medium works best for
you.
Materials list will be provided on the
first day of class.
No class 11/24
LIFE DRAWING
18Y & up, 10 weeks in the Carousel Rm
Virginia Banta
41348 Tue 9/29-12/8, 1-4pm
No class 11/24
41352 Thu 10/1-12/10, 1-4pm
No class 11/26
Susan Gold
41347 Tue 9/29-12/8, 7-10pm
No class 11/24
Come experience drawing from a
live model! Class is self-directed,
each week focusing on a different
part of the anatomy. Critiques of
student work made upon request to
the instructor. Emphasis is on gesture
poses, short poses, ending with 20
minute poses. Please bring paper and
drawing materials to class.
A one time $68 fee will be collected to
pay for the live model.
Special note: You may drop-in this class
if space allows.
Drop- in fee is $15. Enrolled students
receive priority seating.

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ADULT DRAWING & PAINTING
Thursday Night Drawing Studio
Jacqueline Ruben
4 weeks in the Carousel Room
41387 Thu 10/1-10/29, 6:30-9:30pm
You don’t have to be able to draw a
straight line in order to draw. Make
a successful start by developing the
basic strategies of contour, shading,
perspective and composition.
For the first class bring 18” x 24” rough
newsprint pad, 4B, 6B graphite pencils,
one stick of black compressed charcoal,
4B, 6B charcoal pencil and a kneaded
eraser.
No class 10/15
Drawing Tool Box
Dawood Marion
41378 Fri 10/2-10/30,12:30-3:30pm
In this course you will learn various
ways to draw using many different
techniques. You will aspects of
proportion, shading, perspective, how
to set up lighting on a subject, contour
and pointers for better figure drawing.
I will introduce, demo and give reviews
on many different art supplies I have
used over the years. This course is
jam packed with lots information to
help you become more creative and
experimental whether you are an art
major or do it for relaxation.
Materials fee of $5 dollars is to be
collected by the instructor on the first
day of class.
Sketching the Sharon Art Studio
Karen Bash
9 weeks in the Jewelry Studio
41354 Wed 9/30-12/9, 10am-1pm
In this class we will discover the unique
nooks and corners of Sharon Art
Studio, both inside and out. Each class
will focus on a different aspect of the
Studio. We will draw details of the
cornices, dramatic lights and shadows
from the windows, and do sketches of
the building from outside, capturing
the essence of this wonderful historic
Golden Gate Park landmark. Learning
the history of the Sharon Arts Studio
building will enhance your imagery
and fuel your imagination. We will
work in watercolor, pencil and ink with
instruction in technique, developing
accurate light and shadow, perspective
and composition development.
A great class for beginner and continuing
students.
No class 11/11 & 11/25
Fundamentals of Drawing & Painting
Alan Tarbell
41369 Wed 9/30-12/9, 2-5pm
Drawing and painting are skills that
can be learned by anyone! You will
learn the basics of contour and line
quality, light and shading, as well as
proportion and composition. Develop
your drawing and painting practice in
this fundamental course.
Materials list online at sharonartstudio.
org.
No class 11/11 &11/25
Anita O’Brien

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Color Mixing with Watercolor
Vesta Kirby
41372 Thu 10/1-12/10, 6:30-9:30pm
By popular request, we will focus in
depth on mixing colors and creating
high value contrast. We will explore
how to achieve a lively result of
mixing two colors to make a third,
making complements vibrate and
their muted effects, how to create rich
earth tones, light & dark hues. We
will address color temperature and
value changes, transparency and
opacity of pigments. Painting colors
will give you a great resource to use.
We will address dynamic color as well
as subtle color. And, finally, applying
color harmony will enhance your
watercolor paintings. Be ready for
an exciting adventure in the ways of
powerful COLOR! For beginners and
continuing students.
org.
No class 11/26
Color Theory with Oil Pastels
Alan Tarbell
41373 Wed 9/30-12/9, 6:30-9:30pm
Learn essential color relationships,
mixing and theory in this class that
explores oil pastels. The immediacy
of the medium suits bold application
with quick results. Bridge your
understanding between dry and
wet mediums, an essential step that
leads into painting. We will work
from a variety of reference materials
including still life, the model and
photographs.
org.
No class 11/11 and 11/25
Introduction to Watercolor
Carlo Grunfeld
41384 Mon 9/28-11/2, 6:30-9:30pm
Learn watercolor basics. The dynamics
of visual perception and activation
of the right-brain faculties will be
explored through direct observation
of still-life and botanicals. We’ll
also practice mixing and applying
watercolors upon wet and dry
surfaces.
org.
Please note: Basic drawing experience
is required.
No class 10/12
Beginning Watercolor
Vesta Kirby
10 weeks in the Glass Studio
41374 Mon 9/28-12/7, 2-5pm
This class is an introduction to basic
watercolor techniques, a wonderful
vibrant transparent medium. We will
review all materials. Learn how to lay
flat and gradated colors, working with
dry and wet into wet techniques and
color mixing. Experience the luminous,
glowing results of watercolor. Enhance
your observational power viewing and
working from the still life setups from
nature. Each week will be a different
natural subject to paint. The instructor
gives individual attention and
encourages each unique expression.
Begin a new painting experience!
org.
No class 10/12

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Drawing and Painting in Pastels
Vesta Kirby
41381 Sat 10/3-12/12, 10am-1pm
Explore the unique expression of
drawing and painting with soft
luxurious pastels. The immediacy
of mixing rich and colorful textures
right onto the paper surface without
waiting for drying time is very
satisfying. Different techniques for
blending and overlaying color will be
demonstrated. Experience a quick,
lively sketching style for drawings,
and the process for creating well
developed paintings. How to use
and mix colors will be included along
with basic pastel fundamentals. The
focus is the natural world, still life and
photographic images of nature. The
instructor works with each individual
on their expression and use of pastels.
No experience is necessary.
org.
No class 11/28
Intermediate Watercolor
Carlo Grunfeld
41383 Mon 11/9-12/7, 6:30-9:30pm
Advance your watercolor skills with
this continuation course! This class will
be based on direct observation from
life, still-life, and photographs. We’ll
practice wet-on-wet spontaneous
painting and layering of colors.
Please bring materials to the first class:
org. **Model fee is included in the cost
of the class.**
Wild & Wonderful Watercolors
Karen Bash
41353 Fri 10/2-12/11,9:30am-12:30pm
Challenge your artistic boundaries
and create stunning paintings using
watercolors in new and unusual ways.
Eachclasswillexploreafreshapproach
to how watercolor can be developed.
We will enhance it with mediums like
ink or pastel, etc. and create unusual
surfaces on which to draw and paint.
From each class the student will leave
with a new and unique watercolor
work of art. A great class for beginner
and continuing students.
A materials fee of $5 to be collected by
the Instructor on the first day of class.
No class 11/27
Plein Air Painting
Alan Tarbell
9 weeks OFFSITE
41377 Wed 9/3-12/9, 10am-1pm
Enjoytheparkenvironmentandexplore
Plein Aire Painting. Understand depth
of space through line, shape, light and
color. Seeking balance among the
forms, discover rhythm and harmonies
within the landscape. For painters with
some experience, ideally in watercolor
or oils. Bring a folding chair and easel
for working outdoors and your own
materials and canvas.
Suggested materials list available online
at sharonstudio.org.
No class 11/21 and 11/25

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ADULT PAINTING
Flowers in Watercolor & Pencil
Karen Bash
41355 Thu 10/1-12/10, 10am-1pm
Create masses of beautiful blooms and
eloquent renderings of single flowers.
Working in watercolor and colored
pencil you’ll develop the skills to use
these two mediums with confidence. You
will also learn how to convey light and
shadow, develop compositions and the
basics of color theory. The instructor
will give personal instruction and tips
for developing your own unique style.
We will create drawings of flowers that
range from large, intimate views of
single blossoms to sumptuous bouquets
of a variety of blooms. Photos and living
flowers will be used. This is a great class
for beginner and continuing students!
Materials fee included in cost of class.
No class 11/26
Expressive Brushstrokes &
Lumimous Landscapes
Vesta Kirby
41385 Wed 9-30-12/9, 10am-1pm
Expressive Brushstrokes focuses on
capturing the “essence” of nature’s
elements. Your paintings will take
on a fresh liveliness by learning a
repertoire of spontaneous effective
marks. Loading your brush with
different colors will bring vibrancy
to the painting. Different brushes
create different strokes. Learn a new
adventurous approach to coloring.
“Heart and hand must be in accord”
for this magical dance with the brush.
We will work with all the elements in
the landscape. Both the traditional
wet and dry watercolor techniques will
be addressed in this class. Individual
attention and direction is emphasized
for personal expression.
Materials list is available at
sharonartstudio.org.
No class 11/11 & 11/25
Chinese Brush Painting
Madeleine Fu
41375 Tues 9/29-12/1, 10am-12pm
Focus is on instruction in Chinese
style watercolor painting techniques.
Demonstrations and personal critiques
by the instructor help students master
this age-old medium. Students will be
responsible for acquiring personal
painting supplies (approx. $50).
Materials list will be available online
at www.sharonartstudio.org.
Special note: You may drop-in this class
for $12 per class if space allows.
Painting on China
Dina Competente
41370 Thu 10/1-12/10, 10:30am-12:30pm
Learn the art of China painting-
embellishing your pottery or ceramic
pieces with an over glaze paint. This
class will cover the basics in technique
and an introduction to paints and
practices. Continuing students can
have a chance to work on projects and
pick up new tips.
NOTE: Drop in students welcome for a
fee of $12 per day(checks only), paints,
some brushes and oil medium available
for use.
New students must pay a $15 materials
fee to instructor. Students are invited to
participate in a potluck following the
class, in the studio’s kitchen.
No class 11/26
Victoria Ricciarelli

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ADULT KNITTING & MIXED MEDIA
Collage Explosion
Dolores R. Gray
41350 Mon 9/28-12/7, 7-10pm
Class will cover creating textures,
image transfer, 3D assemblages,
antiquing patina and aging mediums.
Students will learn how to combine
collections of images and found
images. Creating intriguing art using
mint tins, cigar boxes, hat boxes or
even bird nests.
No class 10/12 & 10/19
2 and 3D Mixed Media
Ashleigh Norman
42246 Sun 10/11-11/15, 2:45-4:45pm
Inthisclass,studentswillbeencouraged
to take a closer look at the items many
of us throw away or disregard and
remake them into objets d’art. Class
instruction will be supported by brief
art history lessons, as we look at artists
who excel in mixed media. Students
may choose to work on 2-dimensional
mixed media drawings and paintings,
3-dimensional sculptural work, or a
combination of both.
An $8 material fee will be collected by
the instructor.
Knit a Market Bag
42247 Thu 11/5-12/3, 1-3pm
Knit a reusable grocery bag! Be
creative with different colors! You will
be able to easily carry freshly grown
produce from your local farmer’s
market. This bag is also ideal for day
to day shopping. Knitting level: easy/
intermediate.
Students must purchase bulky weight
yarn, 550 yards, in cotton or cotton/
acrylic or cotton/polyester or acrylic,
or polyester, and size 8 straight knitting
needles..
No class 11/26
Knitting Studio
41380 Thu 10/1-10/29, 1-3pm
Learn to knit, purl, cast on, and cast
off. Learn to knit hats, scarves, and
blankets. We will discuss various types
of yarns in the first class. Yarn and
knitting needles provided for practice
in class.
For longer projects, students must
purchase their own yarn & knitting
needles.

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ADULT JEWELRY & METAL ARTS
Basic Enameling
Olivia Competente
41408 Sat 11/7-12/12, 10am-1pm
Learn the basics of enameling as we
survey the rudiments of this classic
craft. Course fee includes cost of all
materials for introductory projects.
Thereafter students are responsible
for purchasing supplies.
No metal arts experience necessary.
No class 11/28
Casting
Erik James
41411 Sat 10/3-10/31, 1:30-4:30pm
41412 Tue 10/6-11/24, 6:30-9:30pm
Learn the organic metal art of lost wax
casting. This course will cover wax to
cast, allowing you to see the limitless
forms that metal can take. The class
starts by showing you how to work with
wax (hot and cold) to create pieces
of jewelry that will be cast. You will
enjoy mixing your own investment and
working with instructor to pour your
metal into your mold. Try a different
way to get your pieces made!
The class fee covers the cost of most
materials. A materials list will be given
Basic Jewelry and Metal Arts
Olivia Competente
41406 Mon 9/28-12/7, 6:30 9:30pm
41407 Wed 9/30-12/9, 1:30-4:30pm
41409 Wed 9/30-12/9, 7-10pm
Develop or renew your basic skills
in contemporary jewelry-making.
Technique will be applied toward
inventing the new as well as recreating
the old. A discussion of materials and
projects will take place at the first class
meeting. Students will be responsible
for purchasing materials for personal
projects (which can be costly). New
students will complete a flat project
(pendant, broach, earrings) to learn
the basics. Continuing and advanced
students may move on to 3-D items
such as rings and cuffs.
NOTE Youth 15-17 may enroll with
permission of instructor. Students new to
the craft or studio must attend 1st class;
speak to instructor before registering if
necessary. Materials fee included int he
course fee.
No class 10/12
“I was intimidated
by jewelry making
at first, but the
instructors here are so
approachable, fun, and
informative! You’ll feel
right at home.”

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ADULT JEWELRY & METAL ARTS
Metal Clay Exploration
Olivia Competente
41405 Sun 11/1-11/22, 11am-3pm
Learn basics and beyond from various
metal clays. Metal clay is a malleable
medium that lends itself to organic,
improvisational jewelry forms. Students
will explore silver clay and copper
clay. Learn new techniques, tips and
tricks each week.
A materials fee of $45 dollars will be
collected on the first day of class.
Well, Well, WELDING: Intro to
Metal Working!
Erik James
8 weeks OFFSITE
42243 Sat 10/3-11/21
9:30am-12:30pm
As a comprehensive introduction to
steel-working techniques, this course
will cover Oxy-Acetylene welding
and cutting, bending and shaping
steel. Mig welding, finishing, grinding
and sanding welds will be explored.
Students will also receive a complete
introduction to safety procedures
associated with metal work. Students
will have some scraps of metal to
practice on but will need to purchase
metal for own projects.
Information about materials list can be
found at www.sharonartstudio.org.
Class meeting place TBA prior to first
class.

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FINE ARTS OPEN STUDIO
FINE ARTS
OPEN STUDIO
FINE ARTS OPEN STUDIO
18Y & UP
Karen Bash
42273 Fri 10/16-12/11, 6:30-9:30pm
$45
For the enrolled Fine Arts student at Sharon Art Studio who wants
more, we offer an ‘open studio.’ Minimal instruction is given during
open studio.
No class 11/27
**Open Studio is for all students who are enrolled in any of our Fine Art
classes (this includes all drawing, painting, mixed media courses).**

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JEWELRY OPEN STUDIO
JEWELRY
OPEN STUDIO
JEWELRY OPEN STUDIO
18Y & UP
Alex Yoshikawa
41413 Sat 11/7-12/12, 1:30-4:30pm
$60member/$70non-member
This open studio provides free time and space for enrolled Jewelry
students to work independently to complete projects.
No instruction is provided. Experience with studio equipment is necessary.
No class 11/28
**All Open Studio registrants must currently be a registered
Jewelry student at Sharon Art Studio.**

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ADULT CERAMICS & SCULPTURE
Decorating Pottery with Designer
Liners
Lihsuan Chou
4 weeks in the Ceramics Studio
42272 Sat 10/3-10/24, 5-7pm
After all the work we have done in
learning how to make everything in
clay, we often skimp on decorating
time - and a good surface can make all
the difference in the world. With its
hollow, metal needle tipped precision,
Designer liner allows you to draw thick
to ultra thin lines in one stroke. The
rich and concentrated pigment keeps
all lines bold and maintains a dynamic
contrast between the line work and the
background. During this four -day
workshop, Li will demonstrate to you
step-by-step, how you can add color,
life, depth and visual interest to your
clay surface by using designer liners.
1 black designer liner will be provided.
Additional colored designer will be
available to purchase.
Ceramics: Handbuilding
Elizabeth Liu
4 weeks in the Ceramics Studio
42271 Sat 10/31-11/21, 5-7pm
Express yourself! Make creations with
clay in this fun, introductory class.
This class was designed to teach
simple methods on how to hand build,
build coil pots, and slab rolling. No
experience necessary.
Figure Sculpting
Erik James
41397 Thu 11/5-12/10, 6:30-9:30pm
For all of you aspiring figure sculptors
out there. Come experience working 3
dimensionally from a live model. You
will complete ceramic sculptures up to
16 inches high. Your finished sculptures
will be bisque fired for you to bring
home. We will even cover custom tool
making for modeling clay. Class is self-
directed . Each week we will focus on a
different part of the anatomy. Models
will be posing for 20 to 30 minutes at
a time.
Bring $20 to the first class meeting to
purchase clay - no outside clay will be
allowed.
Model fee included in the course fee.
No class 11/26
Both my son and I have
taken casting classes with
Erik; he is so knowledgeable and
inspiring!”

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ADULT GLASS
Get connected with the
Sharon Art Studio online!
visit sharonartstudio.org for links to social media accounts!
Fused Glass Jewelry: Fun & Sparkle
Olivia Competente
41403 Sun 09/27-10/25, 11am-3pm
Prerequisite: Students must have basic
glass cutting skills.
Love pretty shiny jewelry? Learn the fun
of fusing glass to make your own one of
a kind jewelry. Class will cover fusing
irid glass, dichroic glass, silver foil, glass
etching & much more!
A materials fee of $40 will be collected
by the instructor on the first day of class.
Adult Glass Advanced
Olivia Competente
15Y & up 10 wks in the Glass Studio
41338 Thu 10/1-12/10, 3-6pm
To qualify as advance student you
must have six or more months of glass
experience at Sharon Art Studio
and have completed a stained glass
project 15” x 18” or larger.
No class 11/26

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ADULT GLASS
Instructors:VirginiaBanta,Dolores R.Gray,ElizabethLiu, JeffSutton
Instruction of beginner and intermediate leaded glass
techniques. Advanced students work on more sophisticated
projects including Tiffany lamp shades. Class fee includes
introductory glass project, use of tools and some materials.
Students will be responsible for purchasing materials for
personal projects (which can be costly). Materials list provided
at first class.
NOTE: STUDENTS MAY ENROLL IN ONLY ONE GLASS CLASS PER
SESSION.
New students (new to glass or the studio) must attend the first class
to receive instruction that will not be repeated.
Advanced Students: No grinding the first 2 hours of the first class.
10 weeks in the Glass Studio, $161 member/$171 non-member
41334 Dolores R. Gray Tue, 9/29-12/8, 7-10pm, No class 11/24
41336 Dolores R. Gray Thu, 10/1-12/10, 7-10pm, No class 11/26
41332 Virginia Banta Fri, 10/2-12/11, 9am-12pm, No class 11/27
41333 Virginia Banta Fri, 10/2-12/11, 12:30-3:30pm, No class 11/27
A $30 materials fee is included in the cost of the class.
LEADED GLASS
9 weeks in the Glass Studio, $147 member/$157 non-member
41335 Jeff Sutton Wed, 9/30-12/9, 7-10pm, No class 11/11 &11/25
11 weeks, in the Glass Studio, $175 member/$185 non-member
41337 Elizabeth Liu Sat, 10/3-12/12, 10am-1pm

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GLASS OPEN STUDIO
GLASS OPEN STUDIO
Ages 18Y & up
Elizabeth Liu
41340 Sat, 10/3-12/12, 1:30-4:30pm, No class 11/7 & 12/5
$68
TBD
41339 Fri, 10/2-12/11, 6:30-9:30pm, No class 11/27
$75
GLASS OPEN STUDIO
For the enrolled Glass student who wants more, we offer an
‘Open Studio.’ There is no instruction given during open studio.
*Open studio is for intermediate and advanced students only who are
enrolled in a glass or mosaics class.*

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ADULT CERAMICS
CERAMICS
Susan Gold, Karen Koltonow, Elizabeth Liu, Dottie Low, Katina Price
These courses offer the student at any level an opportunity
to learn and explore a variety of ceramic techniques
including handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s
wheel. Students can work with and explore different clays,
including stoneware and porcelain. Our selection of glazes
is unsurpassed. We fire cone 10 reduction and raku. Clay
and tools are available for purchase at the studio.
No clay from outside is allowed.
Students may enroll in only one ceramics class per session.
NEW STUDENTS:
Students new to ceramics or the Sharon Art Studio MUST
ATTEND THE FIRST THREE CLASSES. Contact the Studio before
registering if this is a problem.
*$30 materials fee included in cost of classes
9 weeks, $182 member/ $192 non-member
41313 Dottie Low Wed, 9/30-12/9, 10am-1pm, No class 11/11 & 11/25
41308 Susan Gold Wed, 9/30-12/9, 7-10pm, No class 11/11 & 11/25

10 weeks, $200 member/$210 non-member
40643 Katina Price Tue, 7/07-9/08, 7-10pm
41309 Elizabeth Liu Mon, 9/28-12/7, 10am-1pm, No class 10/12
41310 Karen Koltonow Mon, 9/28-12/7, 7-10pm, No class 10/12
41312 Dottie Low Tue, 9/29-12/8, 10am-1pm, No class 11/24
41311 Katina Price Tue, 9/29-12/8, 7-10pm, No class 11/24
41314 Karen Koltonow Thu, 10/1-12/10, 2-5pm, No class 11/26
41306 Elizabeth Liu Fri, 10/2-12/11, 10am-1pm, No class 11/27
41307 Katina Price Fri, 10/2-12/11, 7-10pm, No class 11/27
For currently enrolled Sharon Art Studio ceramic students who want more,
we offer Ceramics Open Studio! There is no instruction given during Open
Studio. Students can practice wheel throwing, hand-building, and glaze
or trim their pieces.
All firing is done by instructors without a separate fee.

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CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO
CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO
Susan Gold, Karen Koltonow, Elizabeth Liu, Katina Price, Geoff Scott
Ceramics Open Studio is only available to Sharon Art Studio students concurrently
enrolled in a ceramics class.
Options for Open Studio usage: 1) Register online for 1-hour or
2-hour slots 2) Purchase drop-in tickets 3) Purchase unlimited
tickets**
*Drop-in tickets for Open Studio are for sale through Sharon Art Studio
ceramics instructors. Tickets are sold in 12 ticket booklets for $48. Each ticket
is worth one hour of studio time. Tickets are non-refundable and valid for
one year for registered students.
**Unlimited Open Studio is $150 for students to attend any Open Studio
hours available. Students must be currently registered a Sharon Art Studio
ceramics class to attend. If not currently registered, you will be automatically
dropped from Open Studio registration, and a $10 processing fee will be
applied to your SFRPD account.
9 weeks, 1 hour, $23
41326 Susan Gold Wed, 9/30-12/9, 6-7pm, No class 11/11 & 11/25
9 weeks, 2 hours, $45
41323 Geoff Scott Wed, 9/30-12/9, 1:15-3:15pm, No class 11/11 &
11/25
10 weeks, 2 hours, $50
41327 Elizabeth Liu Mon, 9/28-12/7, 1:15-3:15pm, No class 10/12
41322 Erik James Tue, 9/29-12/8, 1:15-3:15pm, No class 11/24
41321 Katina Price Thu, 10/1-12/10, 10am-12pm, No class 11/26
41331 Katina Price Thu, 10/1-12/10, 12-2pm, No class 11/26
41318 Elizabeth Liu Fri, 10/2-12/11, 1:15-3:15pm, No class 11/27
41317 Karen Koltonow Sat ,10/3-12/12, 12:30-2:30pm, No class 11/28
41316 Karen Koltonow Sat, 10/3-12/12, 2:30-4:30pm, No class 11/28
41324 Elizabeth Liu Sun, 9/27-12/6, 12:30-2:30pm, No class 11/29
41325 Elizabeth Liu Sun, 9/27-12/6, 2:30-4:30pm, No class 11/29
10 weeks, 1 hour, $25
41320 Karen Koltonow Mon, 9/28-12/7, 6-7pm, No class 10/12
41330 Katina Price Tue, 9/29-12/8, 6-7pm, No class 11/24
41319 Katina Price Fri, 10/2-12/11, 6-7pm, No class 11/27

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INSTRUCTOR INSPIRATION
SERIAL ARTIST
by Susan Gold
Working in a series fosters artistic growth. A series can
have as its focus a variety of elements depending on the
media or artist’s challenge. In ceramics the series could
explore how different glazes enhance a particular form; it
could involve applying a uniform motif or design to several
different forms. It could explore one shape in a variety of
sizes or one technique applied to various forms and glazes.
Often a piece by itself will be less interesting than a
group of pieces expressing one idea or concept. Artists
tend work in a series unconsciously as each completed piece
leads to another idea of how to play with the variables.

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WINTER SALE INFO
Looking for something unique this winter?
Come to the biggest sale of the year at the Sharon Art Studio in
Golden Gate Park & take home a handmade treasure made here at the
studio by students and instructors!
The event is FREE & open to the public.
visit sharonartstudio.org for more info
A portion of the proceeds benefits the Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS)!

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FROM OUR HEART TO YOURS: THANK YOU
Cheers to YOU!
Cheers to the fabulous fall season
that is now upon us! The studio has
had an eventful year so far filled with
exciting programming; beautiful art
work; generous donations; an engaged
community; and new friends, FOSAS
members, partnerships, students, and
instructors.
Thank you so much to all of the studio’s
staff, volunteers, members, sponsors,
partners, instructors and students for
your time, energy, and smiles. It is
because of YOU that our community
and programming thrives; we simply
would not be here without you.
- Cassandra Sechler
FOSAS, Administrative Assistant
The Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS) works in co-operation with the San Francisco
Recreation and Parks Department (SFRPD) to expand and add breadth to the Studio’s
programs. FOSAS augments Studio programs by offering independently funded and staffed
classes and workshops, as well as providing scholarships for low-income youth and adults,
and managing public and community outreach.
All expeditures beyond SFRPD’s Studio budget are made possible with the generous support
of the studio’s Friends. Contributions made to FOSAS go towards employing administrative
staff; purchasing equipment and supplies for all classes; community outreach and free
programs for youth; printing and mailing quarterly class catalog; volunteer appreciation;
and expanding accessibility of the arts to the general public. Donations to FOSAS subsidize
our program costs so that Sharon Art Studio classes remain one of the most affordable arts
and craft classes in the Bay Area. Scholarships are available for all of our classes, and it’s
very easy to apply!
If the Sharon Art Studio has enriched your life, please consider making a gift of your support.
Your donation is a wonderful way to express your gratitude, and ensure our programs
continue to inspire and provide affordable, quality arts education for all.
If you would like to make a donation for the studio’s future equipment needs, or to help us
fulfill our mission to expand accessibility of the arts through affordable classes, consider
becoming a FOSAS member, volunteering your time, donating art supplies, or even spreading
the word about the studio! Read more about FOSAS, the Sharon Art Studio, and ways to help
support the studio on sharonartstudio.org
The Friends of Sharon Art Studio is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and your donations are
fully deductible to the extent of the law.

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Virginia Banta Drawing & Glass
Karen Bash Drawing & Painting
Brigid Casey-O’Neil Mixed Media
Lihsuan Chou Ceramics
Dina Competente China Painting
Olivia Competente Jewelry & Glass
Chelsea Doherty Mixed Media
Madeleine Fu Chinese Brush Painting
Susan Gold Ceramics & Drawing
Cara Goldstein Youth Drawing
Dolores R Gray Glass, Mixed Media
Carlo Grunfeld Drawing & Painting
Rebecca Jackson Youth Mixed Media
Erik James Ceramics, Jewelry, Metal
Vesta Kirby Pastels & Watercolor
Karen Koltonow Ceramics
Noriko Kuwabara Ceramics
Joy Lily Fiber Arts & Mixed Media
Elizabeth Liu Ceramics & Glass
Dottie Low Ceramics
Tatiana Mak Youth Mixed Media
Dawood Marion Drawing
Delia Munoz Beading & Jewelry
Ashleigh Norman Mixed Media
Katina Price Ceramics
Jacqueline Ruben Drawing
Rhonda Rungsitiyakorn Knitting
Geoff Scott Ceramics & Mixed Media
Jeff Sutton Jewelry & Glass
Alan Tarbell Painting
Andrea Taylor Mixed Media
Michael Wong Painting
Deborah Wu Mixed Media
Alex Yoshikawa Jewelry
The Sharon Art Studio annually serves over 4000 students with over 100 classes and
workshops each session for both youth & adults, and for skill levels beginning through
advanced.
You can explore ceramics, glass, drawing & painting, mixed-media & fiber arts, and
jewelry & metal arts in a one or two-day workshop or spread out over a 4-10 week
class.
Our dedicated instructors are all working artists and art educators, who engage students
with their passion for their craft, and inspire excellence through their encouragement.
Sharon Art Studio Instructors
Instructors

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Location/Dates: Register for classes online at: www.sfreconline.org, in per-
son at the McLaren Lodge Annex, located off the Fell Street entrance near
Stanyan Street in Golden Gate Park (physical address: 501 Stanyan St.), or
by calling the registration desk at: 415 831-6800, Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. For
registration dates and times refer to our website at sharonartstudio.org or the
front side of this brochure. Registration is ongoing after the opening dates.
NOTE: Assistance is not available at McLaren Lodge on priority registration days.
There is no mail-in registration.
Family Account: To register you must first create a Family Account through
SFRPD (the term “Family Account” applies whether you are registering a family
or only one individual). You must include your email address for access to online
registration, class confirmation, schedule changes, and updates. If you misplace
your login ID and PIN, you can request it online at www.sfreconline.org.
Please call 415-831-6800 during business hours for further assistance.
Enrolling in Programs: Use the course numbers listed (ex. 40399) in this catalog
to identify a particular course, or view all available courses online at www.
sfreconline.org.
Paying for Programs: To pay for courses online students must use a Mastercard
or Visa. To pay by cash or check register in person at the McLaren Lodge Annex.
FOSAS Membership: FOSAS membership is not required to take classes.
Membership benefits include access to priority registration (see below), and
a $10 fee reduction on all adult courses. Membership benefits are applied
only to courses offered at the Sharon Art Studio and cannot be used at other
SFRPD sites. Memberships are available only at the Sharon Art Studio or by
mailing a membership form to: FOSAS Memberships, 1032 Irving St. #520,
San Francisco, CA 94122. FOSAS memberships must be renewed annually and
are non-refundable.
Membership applications are available at sharonartstudio.org, the Friends of
Sharon Art Studio office, and on the last page of this brochure.
For FOSAS membership questions call 415-753-7005 or email info@
sharonartstudio.org.
Priority Registration: FOSAS members are given access to early registration
for all Sharon Art Studio courses. All courses are filled on a first-come-first-
served basis, and priority registration does not guarantee placement. To ensure
access to online priority registration students must submit a FOSAS membership
form and fee no later than five days before the first day of priority registration.
Wait List: If you are on the waitlist for a class, you will be notified when a spot
in the class opens. All waitlist management is handled through the registration
desk.
Registration Procedure

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REFUND POLICY
Withdrawal & Transfer policy:
K All class fees are refundable only if a request is received up to one week (five
business days) prior to the first class meeting.
K A processing fee of $10 or 20% of the course fee (whichever is greater) is withheld
from all class fee refunds.
K All withdrawal requests must be made through the McLaren Lodge Annex office,
501 Stanyan St. in Golden Gate Park, 415-831-6800.
K Withdrawal requests received less than one week prior to the beginning of the
course will result in forfeit of the entire course fee. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
CANCELLATIONS
Classes and workshops cancelled for any reason by the Studio are fully refundable.
We will notify students of any class cancellations. If a class is cancelled the class
fee will be credited to the student’s SFRPD Family Account. For refunds contact the
registration desk at 415-831-6800 M-F, 9am-5pm.
STUDIO POLICIES
KK The Sharon Art Studio (SAS) is an art recreation facility. Studio space is not provided
for commercial purposes. Student work is permitted to be sold ONLY
through Sharon Art Studio sponsored events on or off site. Work may be shown
professionally off site with prior approval by studio staff, provided that the SAS
program is also credited.
KK Students pay for all lessons, regardless of attendance.
KK Make-ups are not provided to compensate for legal holidays.
KK New students must attend the first class of the session. Failure to attend the first
class without prior permission results in forfeiture of class space and fees.
KK Class fees cannot be transferred to another session unless a class is cancelled.
KK Adult classes are for adults 18 and older unless otherwise noted.
KK Dogs are not allowed in the studio. Service/Assistance dogs are exceptions.
PHOTO POLICIES
SCHOLARSHIPS
Partial and full scholarships are available for all classes, through SFRPD & FOSAS.
K For information on eligibility for a fee-reduction scholarship from SFRPD given at
the time of online registration call 415-831-2717 or go to the McLaren Lodge
Annex, 501 Stanyan St. in Golden Gate Park.
K As a supplement to SFRPD scholarships, the Friends of Sharon Art Studio also offers
scholarships on a reimbursement basis. Call (415) 753-7005 for more
information or visit sharonartstudio.org to download an application. Please allow
four weeks for processing.
Occasionally photos may be taken of participants at the Studio during classes
or events. These photos may be used in future program guides, brochures, on our
website, or advertisements.
Policies

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SAN FRANCISCO RECREATION AND PARK DEPARTMENT’S
SHARON ART STUDIO MISSION STATEMENT
The arts celebrate our differences, yet offer people of all ages and backgrounds a way
to share experiences and insights. Through the arts we explore the meaning of our lives
as individuals and as members of our communities. By offering everyone access to art
education and appreciation, we build our sense of community.
FRIENDS OF SHARON ART STUDIO MISSION STATEMENT
The Friends of Sharon Art Studio is devoted to sustaining and enhancing the Sharon Art
Studio’s goal to promote artistic development, craftsmanship, and creative expression.
The Friends work in cooperation with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department
to augment and add breadth to the Studio’s art programs. The Friends believe that art
education is an essential component to a healthy community and strives to ensure that
quality, noncompetitive art programs are affordable and accessible to all.
FRIENDS OF SHARON ART STUDIO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Daniel O. Michael President
Constance Flannery Vice-President
Mei Lie Wong Treasurer
TBA Secretary
Karen Bash, Vesta Kirby, Judy Piccini, Dottie Wall, Lynn Wood
FRIENDS OF SHARON ART STUDIO STAFF
Matthew Burns Executive Director
Olivia Competente Instructor Coordinator & Jewelry Dept. Mgr.
Cassandra Sechler Administrative Assistant & Graphic Designer
Richard Lane Bookkeeper
SAN FRANCISCO RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT
The Sharon Art Studio operates under the auspices of the San Francisco Recreation & Park
Department and in collaboration with the Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS). Over forty
years ago, the Department established the program to serve as a community center for the
arts. The Department employs staff instructors, pays for utilities, maintains the facility, and
ensures the program best serves the needs of the public. The Department has a city-wide
scholarship program. For information about San Francisco Recreation and Park Department,
call (415) 831-2700 or visit www.sfrecpark.org.
Phil Ginsburg General Manager
Bob Palacio Superintendent of Recreation
Chris Boettcher Cultural Arts Manager
Claudia Reinhart Cultural Arts Supervisor
Donna DeTurris Sharon Art Studio Coordinator
RECREATION & PARK COMMISSION
Mark Buell President
Allan Low Vice President
Gloria Bonilla, Tom Harrison, Meagan Levitan, Eric McDonnell
The SFRPD prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin religion, age,
sex, sexual orientation or disability in its programs and activities. If persons feel they have
been discriminated against any department activity, program or facility, they may file a
complaint with this department at McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, Golden Gate Park, SF,
CA 94117 or with the office of Equal Opportunity, US Department of the Interior, Washington,
DC 20240. For more information on program accessibility for persons with disabilities, write to
the department or call (415) 831-2701.
General Information

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FOSAS Membership Form
Senior and Good Friend levels are individual memberships. Family levels and above can apply to one or more individuals
in the same household. Mail membership payments to: FOSAS Membership, 1032 Irving St #520, San Francisco, CA 94122
or drop off at our office inside the Sharon Art Studio - upstairs the last door on the left. For Student Memberships, a
copy of your student ID and current class schedule must be provided with your membership application.

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