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Visiting Artists 1Workshops at a Glance 2-3Clay 4Wood 5Mixed Media 6Metal 7

Book Arts & Paper 8Crafts & Drafts 9Fiber 10-11Best of Both Worlds 11Registration 12-13

General program support provided by the Allegheny Regional Asset District, the Elizabeth R. Raphael Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation, The Heinz Endowments,  Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Richard King Mellon Foundation.

CONTENTS BACKGROUNDPresenting contemporary art in craft media by regional, national, and international artists since 1971, the Society for Contemporary Craft (SCC) offers cutting edge exhibitions focusing on multicultural diversity and non-mainstream art, as well as a range of studio workshops, community outreach programs, and a retail store. With its mission of engaging the public in creative experiences through contemporary craft, SCC offers meaningful art opportunities for more than 145,000 people a year through four core values: providing vital support for artists; filling critical gaps in public education; sharing cross-cultural perspectives; and using art to build community.

EXHIBITION & STORE HOURSMonday - Saturday, 10am to 5pm

VISIT US AT www.contemporarycraft.org to browse our digital catalog and to register online.

SCULPTING SMALL ANIMALS WITH CLAYMatt DercoleHartford, CT

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Don’t miss these unique opportunities to work alongside our Visiting Artists!VISITING ARTISTS

HOLLOW CONSTRUCTIONAran Galligan

Seattle, WASat & Sun, September 17 & 18

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WOOD RINGS & WIRE INLAYDaniel DiCaprio

Richmond, VASat & Sun, October 8 & 9

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CARVE YOUR HEART OUTSteven Gordan Holman

Leamington, UTSat & Sun, November 12 & 13

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Saturday, September 3Family Fun with Paperclay

Saturday & Sunday, September 10 & 11Sculpting Small Mammals with Clay

Friday, September 9Tool Making, Start to Finish (p. 11)

Saturday, September 10Wood Turned Bowls

Saturday & Sunday, August 27 & 28Cast Away

Friday, September 9Box Books: Quilting Fragments into

Visual Narratives (p. 11)

Saturday, October 29Intro to Raku

Saturday & Sunday, October 1 & 2Binzasara

Saturday & Sunday, October 8 & 9Wood Rings & Wire Inlay

Saturday, October 29Mosaic Magic

Saturday, November 5Porcelain Paperclay: Handbuilt Vessels

Saturday, November 12Basic Lathe Operation

Wednesday, November 16Preparing Logs for Natural Edge Bowls

Saturday & Sunday, November 12 & 13Carve Your Heart Out

Saturday & Sunday, November 12 & 13Pieces of You: The Art of AssemblageW

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Sunday, August 28Let’s Make Some Baskets!

Saturday, September 24Dying & Dry-Felting with Alpaca

Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25Botanical Printing

Saturday, October 1Etch to Print to Adorn

Saturday, October 22Altered Books

Friday, October 7Origami

Friday, October 21Henna

Saturday, October 1Color to Dye For

Saturday & Sunday, October 22 & 23Tiny Treasures: Waxed Linen Baskets

Saturday, November 5Intro to Enameling

Saturday, December 10Experimental Printmaking:

The Monotype

Sunday, December 11Handmade Holiday Cards

Friday, November 18Tin Wreaths

Friday, December 16Holiday Ornaments

Saturday & Sunday, December 3 & 4Soft Sculpture

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FAMILY FUN WITH PAPERCLAY Sat, September 31-4pmInstructor: Katy DementLevel: allBring the whole family for this fun-filled workshop! Students will create a personal paperclay spirit animal, which will be once-fired. Both adults and children are welcome. Tuition: $45Materials: $15

SCULPTING SMALL MAMMALS WITH CLAYSat & Sun, September 10 & 11 10am-5pmVisiting Artist: Matt DercoleLevel: allCraft small-scale mammals using simple armatures to build solid clay forms. Students will consider pose and expression for their form, employ techniques for adding detail, and then hollow out and discuss finishing possibilities.Tuition: $230Materials: included in tuition fee

INTRO TO RAKUSat, October 2910am-3pmInstructor: Dan KuhnLevel: allCreate a unique, raku-fired vase! In the morning, students will glaze a ceramic vase and prepare it for raku firing. While the artwork fires, participants will take a 90-minute hiatus to explore the Strip District. In the afternoon, fired pieces will be removed from the kiln and cleaned to produce a marvelous, finished vessel. Tuition: $60Materials: $25

PORCELAIN PAPERCLAY: HANDBUILT VESSELSSat, November 510am-5pmInstructor: Danna RzecznikLevel: allExplore the expressive possibilities and technical advantages of hand-building with cone 6 porcelain paperclay. Students will learn the process of converting commercial porcelain into the easy-to-use and versatile material of paperclay. The instructor will demonstrate hand-building techniques with an emphasis on pinching, soft-slab construction, and more. Work will be once-fired. Tuition: $80Materials: $25

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WOOD TURNED BOWLSSat, September 1010am-5pmInstructor: Dave BetlerLevel: allTackle the basics of the wood turned bowl in this one-day workshop. Participants will become acquainted with the woodshop and basic safety procedures while learning to operate a lathe. All students will leave with at least one finished project. Perfect for beginners!Tuition: $80Materials: $25

BINZASARASat & Sun, October 1 & 210am-5pmInstructor: Tadao ArimotoLevel: allMake a traditional Japanese binzasara in this two-day workshop. Students will learn all of the steps required to assemble their own percussion instrument, which they will be able to play by the end of the second day.Tuition: $160Materials: $25

WOOD RINGS & WIRE INLAYSat & Sun, October 8 & 910am-5pmVisiting Artist: Dan DiCaprioLevel: intermediateGain the basic knowledge needed to carve wooden jewelry, as well as an introduction to combining wood and metal in your work. Students will carve rings from blocks of ebony while shaping their designs with files, rasps, and burs for a perfect fit. Tuition: $200Materials: $25

BASIC LATHE OPERATIONSat, November 121pm-5pmInstructor: Linda Van GehuchtenLevel: allLearn simple techniques for using the lathe and related tools. Process and safety issues will be addressed, as well as tools and techniques. Students will walk away with an understanding of lathe operation and safety, as well as a few small, completed projects.Tuition: $60Materials: $25

PREPARING LOGS FOR NATURAL EDGE BOWLSWed, November 1610am-5pmInstructor: Linda Van GehuchtenLevel: allLearn to prepare a log for turning a natural edge bowl. Harvesting, coring, and storing will all be covered. Linda, a professional wood turner, will take students through the step-by-step process of prep and then demonstrate turning a natural edge bowl.Tuition: $80Materials: $20

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CAST AWAYSat & Sun, August 27 & 2810am-5pmInstructor: Elizabeth FortunatoLevel: allExperiment with mold making, casting, and glass fusion. Students will learn how to mix alginate and plaster silica molds in order to create wax, plaster, and glass casts. Use a found object or cast your own skin to recreate, enhance, and transform objects. Tuition: $160Materials Fee: $35

MOSAIC MAGICSat, October 2910am-5pmInstructor: Christina FisherLevel: allSimon Rodia’s Watts Towers and Isaiah Zagar’s Magic Gardens are folk art masterpieces. The artists’ methods are like free form jazz, creating kaleidoscopic structures out of scraps of glass and discarded crockery. In this workshop, students will learn similar mosaic methods to create small sculptures of their own design.Tuition: $80Materials Fee: $40

CARVE YOUR HEART OUTSat & Sun, November 12 &1310am-5pmVisiting Artist: Steven Gordan HolmanLevel: allDiscover the techniques necessary for a strong foundation in carving. Using a variety of tools, students will manipulate solid materials including bone, antler, and tagua. A series of technical exercises will reinforce the basics of surface carving, embellishment, and inlay. Participants will leave with a completed ring or pendant.Tuition: $200Materials Fee: $10

PIECES OF YOU: THE ART OF ASSEMBLAGE Sat & Sun, November 12 &1310am-5pmInstructor: Dafna RehaviaLevel: allEnjoy a weekend of imagination, play, and intuition. Learn to fasten meaningful and self- made objects together using glue, nails, string, and other methods to achieve a new, meaningful personal assemblage. Co-sponsored by the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh.Tuition: $160Materials Fee: $25

HOLLOW CONSTRUCTIONSat & Sun, September 17 & 1810am-5pmVisiting Artist: Aran GalliganLevel: intermediateAdd dimension to your work with hollow construction. This workshop will push your soldering skills to the next level. Hollow construction utilizes sheet fabrication and uses multiple and complex solder seams. It can be used to make boxes, rings, lockets, beads, and much more. Basic metalworking experience (sawing, filing and soldering) is required.Tuition: $200Materials: $25

ETCH TO PRINT TO ADORNSat, October 110am-5pmInstructor: Jim Bové Level: allDiscover the salt-water etching process, a safer alternative to acid that can achieve dramatic results in a short period of time. Start with learning to set up an etching system and then make prints from your etched plates. In the afternoon, students will turn their plates into adornments.Tuition: $80Materials: $40

INTRO TO ENAMELINGSat, November 51pm-5pmInstructor: Jenny ButterfieldLevel: allExplore the versatile process of enameling. During this workshop students will learn the basics of fusing colored glass enamels to metal while playing with a variety of surface effects. Each participant will have the opportunity to produce a finished piece of jewelry.Tuition: $60Materials: $25

Have some studio experience under your belt? Use SCC’s studios to work on your own independent wood, metal, and mixed media projects. A variety of tools and equipment will be available during the four weekly sessions.

Wednesdays, 6-9pmTuition: $90 for a group of four sessions, or $30 per session

OPEN STUDIOS Take advantage of SCC’s new bench rental program. Rentals include a locked bench, locker, and use of the metals studio when workshops are not in session.

Cost: $100 per month; $250 per quarter; or $600 for the year

To inquire, call 412-261-7003 or email rsaul@contemporarycraft.org.

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ALTERED BOOKSSat, October 2210am-3pmInstructor: Chris FondiLevel: allCreate a work of self-expression while experimenting with mixed media. Art journaling is about exploring emotions and thoughts, both written and visual. Your altered book is a place for feelings that may not otherwise have a home.Tuition: $60Materials Fee: $10

EXPERIMENTAL PRINTMAKING: THE MONOTYPESat, December 101-5pmInstructor: Rachel SaulLevel: allCreate a series of monotype prints from woodblocks. Students will have the opportunity to make at least three prints as they explore ways to incorporate pieces of paper, fabric, and found objects into their artwork. Tuition: $60Materials Fee: $25

HANDMADE HOLIDAY CARDS Sun, December 111-4pmInstructor: Katy DementLevel: allMake a selection of unique holiday cards and gifts. Vintage ephemera and natural plant materials will be used to illustrate with wet-on-wet collage.Tuition: $35Materials: $15

The Studio offers a wide variety of educational programming, group tours, private workshops, and corporate teambuilding experiences. Visit www.contemporarycraft.org and click on the “Education” tab for more details.

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9CRAFTS & DRAFTSORIGAMIFri, October 76-9pmInstructor: Wendy CaspersonLevel: allTrade in your office work for paperwork that’s fun and inspiring! Create an intricate paper globe using folded units. And since no origami workshop would be complete without them—learn to fold a paper crane or two!Tuition: $35includes all materials and two complimentary beverages

HENNAFri, October 216-9pmInstructor: Sarah CeurvorstLevel: allDiscover the tradition of henna. Try your hand at mehndi designs and create your own contemporary patterns. Students will learn about global uses of henna as well as techniques to decorate and celebrate themselves and others through mehndi.Tuition: $35includes all materials and two complimentary beverages

TIN WREATHSFri, November 186-9pmInstructor: Andrew SokolLevel: allRepurpose beer and soda cans to create a beautiful holiday wreath! There will be a variety of colors and cans on hand, so no matter which holiday you celebrate, you’ll be able to decorate with DIY style.Tuition: $35includes all materials and two complimentary beverages

HOLIDAY ORNAMENTSFri, December 166-9pmInstructor: Katie RearickLEVEL: allSaw, hammer, and finish your own uniquely designed metal ornament in this one-evening class! All levels welcome. Basic skills will be taught. Tuition: $35includes all materials and two complimentary beverages

These delicious Studio offerings pair local brews with beginner-friendly, quality crafting!All materials are provided.

Scholarships are available for all of SCC’s workshops. If cost is preventing you from registering, or you are a local high school or college student, faculty member, or teacher, please contact us for details at 412.261.7003 or rsaul@contemporarycraft.org.

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LET’S MAKE SOME BASKETS!Sun, August 2810am-5pmInstructor: Amy MastersLevel: allEnjoy a fun, hands-on exploration of the basketry technique of coiling. In this one-day workshop, students will experiment with materials, stitches, and surface detail. Historical and contemporary examples of the basket as a vessel will be discussed.Tuition: $80Materials Fee: $25

DYING & DRY-FELTING WITH ALPACA Sat, September 2410am-5pmInstructor: Alexandra KirschLevel: allLearn how to process (clean and card) alpaca hair. After processing, students will make their own dye to color the hair. The final portion of the workshop will be spent dry-felting a unique sculpture. Co-sponsored by the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh.Tuition: $80Materials Fee: $20

BOTANICAL PRINTING Sat & Sun, September 24 & 2510am-5pmInstructor: Jill ValenzuelaLevel: allBotanical or eco printing is a method of making natural impressions of leaves and flowers on fabric. In this workshop, students will learn how to permanently transfer plant and flower material onto textiles. Each one-of-a-kind fabric will then be turned into a useful Japanese bento cloth. Co-sponsored by the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh.Tuition: $160Materials Fee: $50

COLOR TO DYE FORSat, October 110am-5pmInstructor: Dena GershonLevel: allGain the experience and techniques needed to safely create luscious, hand-dyed fiber using highly effective low-water techniques that yield fast and brilliant results. Students will work with fine protein fibers such as merino wool, mohair, and silk in a variety of forms and leave with baggies full of beautifully dyed locks, roving, fabric, and yarn.Tuition: $80Materials Fee: $50

TINY TREASURES: WAXED LINEN BASKETSSat & Sun, October 22 & 2310am-5pmInstructor: Lauren LampeLevel: allExplore the art of miniature, twinned, waxed linen basketmaking. These baskets are small and require very few tools, making the craft highly portable and easy to do anywhere. A variety of techniques and starting methods will be discussed and explored. Tuition: $160Materials Fee: $20

SOFT SCULPTURESat & Sun, December 3 & 410am-5pmInstructor: Christina FisherLevel: allExperiment with creative object-making using fabric. The history of soft sculpture will be discussed, including its application in installation, wearable, and interactive art. Students will learn methods for creating armatures along with pattern making, hand and machine sewing, basic weaving and knitting, and assemblage. Tuition: $160Materials Fee: $35

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BOX BOOKS: QUILTING FRAGMENTS INTO VISUAL NARRATIVESFri, Sat & Sun September 9, 10 &1110am-5pmInstructor: Daria SandburgLevel: allMake your very own “Box Book,” or visual narrative, by combining words with found objects. Bring new life to rescued objects and various ephemera gathered from everyday experiences, ultimately combining them into surprising new creations—beautiful somethings from discarded nothings!Tuition: $300Materials Fee: $35

TOOL MAKING, START TO FINISHFri, Sat & Sun September 9, 10 & 1110am-5pmInstructors: Linda Van Gehuchten and Glen GardnerLevel: allEveryone loves custom tools, and now you can make your own set! The first day will be spent turning wooden handles, and the following two days will be spent forging and forming the tool inserts. Instructors will be on site at both locations, assisting students as they complete their projects.Tuition: $300Materials Fee: $70

Find inspiration in both urban and rural settings with this special workshop series. Contemporary Craft and Touchstone Center for the Arts are partnering to present making experiences utilizing both of their unique facilities. The first day of each workshop is held at Contemporary Craft, in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. The following two days will be held at Touchstone, in Farmington, PA. Registration and lodging details can be found at: www.touchstonecrafts.org/workshops.

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WAYS TO REGISTEROnline www.contemporarycraft.orgBy mailSociety for Contemporary CraftThe Studio2100 Smallman StreetPittsburgh, PA 15222Phone 412-261-7003 x25Fax 412-261-1941In Person 10am - 5pm, Monday through SaturdayE-mailrsaul@contemporarycraft.org

WORKSHOP INFORMATION• Students who register by mail or fax will receive a confirmation e-mail within seven days.• It is the responsibility of the student to appear in class on the correct day and time without additional notice.• Students’ photos may appear in SCC’s promotional materials.• SCC makes every effort to maintain the schedule of courses as announced in the catalog, however, SCC reserves the right to cancel any course or to substitute faculty when necessary.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDSClass and workshop cancellations are decided three business days before start date. If a class must be canceled due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded.

1-2 Day WorkshopsStudent refund requests must be made at least three business days before a class begins. There will be a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given without three business days notice. Processing of refunds takes approximately three weeks.

3-5 Day WorkshopsCancellations, 14 or more days notice:A student may cancel a registration for a 3, 4 or 5 day workshop up to two weeks prior to the start date of the class. There will be a $50 cancellation fee.Cancellations, fewer than 14 days notice:If a student cancels a registration within two weeks of the start date of a 3, 4 or 5 day workshop, there will be a 50% cancellation fee. There will be no refund issued without three business days notice of a cancellation.

MATERIALSInstructors may request that students have certain supplies. Students will receive a list of those supplies upon registration. Unless otherwise noted, materials fees are payable to the instructors for supplies provided by the instructors. Occasionally, the materials fee is built into the tuition fee and this is clearly noted next to the tuition fee.

PAYMENT OPTIONS• Check payable to Society for Contemporary Craft. (A $25 fee is charged for returned checks.)• Credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY The Society for Contemporary Craft does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap, disability or veteran status. Furthermore, SCC will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance these values consistent with our mission.

LOCATION & DIRECTIONSSCC is conveniently located on the corner of 21st and Smallman streets in the Strip District.Bus Stops The following buses serve the Strip District: 54, 86, 87, 88, 91.Parking A paid, monitored parking lot is located on 21st Street, behind the private building lot. Metered parking is also available.Accessible services available. Please call for more information.

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ONE-ON-ONE & STUDIO RENTALS Private lessons in many media can be arranged upon request for students of all ages and skill levels. Private lessons are $50 per hour, with a two-hour minimum. In addition, independent studio use is available during open studio hours and by special arrangement.

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2100 Smallman StreetPittsburgh, PA 15222Phone: 412-261-7003 Online Registration: www.contemporarycraft.org COMING UP AT SCC Carin Mincemoyer: Aqua Icons and Arboreal Geometric July 25 – October 9, 2016Pittsburgh artist Carin Mincemoyer’s latest sculptures use wood in organic shapes and manufactured forms to reference labor, building, and our relationship to natural and built environments. (BNY Mellon Satellite Gallery)

Edward Eberle Retrospective September 9, 2016 – March 11, 2017Over the past three decades, Pittsburgh ceramic artist Edward Eberle has explored and tested the limits of porcelain. This retrospective brings works from the mid-1980s to the present into dialogue allowing audiences to discover the timeless and intriguing work of a true master. (Main Gallery)

Present at Creation October 14, 2016 – February 18, 2017Organized in conjunction with the Edward Eberle Retrospective, this exhibition features contemporary works by artists who have been directly mentored and impacted by Eberle. Exhibiting artists include Erica Nickol, Jeff Schwarz, Jonathan Schwarz, and Ian Thomas. (BNY Mellon Satellite Gallery)

The Space Between throughout fall 2016 & winter 2017Contemporary Craft’s new salon series invites two thought leaders representing multidisciplinary and diverse viewpoints to discuss the role of creativity within their respective fields. Visit www.contemporarycraft.org for more information. (Main Gallery)

CRAFTED Friday, November 4, 2016Featuring a diverse collection of ceramic tableware, CRAFTED is an annual event celebrating functional art that enhances the culinary experience. Items will be on view and for sale throughout the holiday season. Visit www.contemporarycraft.org for details. (The Store)

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