NOW OFFERING DIGITAL FINE ART
NOW OFFERING DIGITAL FINE ART
FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
IN GROUP AND PRIVATE ONE ON ONE
click here for 2016 Schedule
For rates and or to set up private lessons please email rusa@middletownartacademy.com
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Bringing Traditional Fine Art Education to Neighborhood Preschool
Middletown Art Academy is on the move to bring traditional fine art education to one of our local preschool.
We are happy to announce that lessons are in session
age’s 3 to 5 at Neighborhood Preschool
Tuesday’s 8:30-10:30 am, High St. and Lawn Ave. on rotating basis.
If your child is enrolled in their programs, please feel free to come by,
meet in person and talk to Headmistress Rusa D. directly about your child’s art education and future as an art student/artist.
The Art Academy is offering 20% off tuition to all students, teachers and staff members of Nieghberhood Preschool and Wesleyan Familys!
Summer 2014
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Middletown Art Academy childern & teen students very honored to be part of this important event in our community. Please come and support us at
Passionate Waters II
http://www.middletownframing.com/events/passionate-waters-ii-resources.html
Saturday, March 22, 2014
5:00pm until 7:00pm
Passionate Waters is an art show in association with World Water Day that aims to celebrate, educate and inspire. In 1992, The UN General Assembly declared that World Water Day be held annually on March 22 as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.
The night will feature:
– A water-themed visual art exhibit
– Presentations from state legislators and leaders of environmental organizations
– Water-themed performance art (music, dance, poetry)
– A water blessing ceremony
$10 suggested donation to benefit the Source to Sea Cleanup by CRWC ctriver.org
World Water Day Website:
http://www.unwater.org/water-cooperation-2013/home/en/
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Paint your Pet with artist Dina Marie Pratt
Workshop Price:
This workshop is the best combination of all your favorite things . Mingle, sip wine or your favorite beverage, socialize with new or old friends and Paint your beloved pet! Perfect gift for someone or just yourself!
$55.00 per person.
Dates/Time:
Friday April 4 , 2014
5:30 pm
and
Sunday April 6,2014
3:00 pm
Here’s how it works:
To complete your RSVP send in email to rusa@middletownartacademy.com with the date you chosen and your favorite picture of your pet(s)
EMAIL THE PHOTOS AT LEAST A WEEK IN ADVANCE
One of her favorite quotes is:
“Dogs are not our whole life…but they make our LIVES WHOLE!“ by Roger Caras
Dina Marie Pratt is a pet portrait artist, residing in East Berlin, CT. Much of her work has been inspired by the animals she has rescued over the years. Dina is a self taught artist and her love of animals & art began when she was just 7 years old; drawing pictures of her Scottish Terrier who she adored! Dina has been a professional artist most of her adult life. After loosing some of her own pets she felt it was necessary to pay tribute to them and dedicated herself to painting their portraits which opened the door to custom portrait painting. Dina captures a pets true personality in her realistic portraits and attributes their likeness to the deep connection she has with animals. Painting animals is very rewarding and very spiritual to her. Her clients are amazed at how their portraits bear an uncanny resemblance to their pet. In addition to portraits Dina illustrated a children’s book about a homeless dog and is painting her second murals for a local Animal Sanctuary which she supports.
2012- Illustrated children’s book: ‘Roxy’s Forever Home’ for writer Teresa Pelham; a portion of the proceeds is donated to Animal Rescue.
2013 Animal Beach Mural: painted in the Rescue Cottage at ‘Our Companions Domestic Animal Sanctuary’ in Ashford, CT. Our Companions is an animal welfare group she supports and donates a percentage of her portraits to also.
2014 – Raining Cats & Dogs; Windsor Education Foundation. Artistically Decorated Fiberglass Cats & Dogs will be displayed around town to promote Art & Creativity! Two painted Labrador designs by Dina were chosen
To view Dina’s art work please visit her website: www.PaintedByDina.com
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Gift Certificates
Give a girft that counts,
Middletown Art Academy’s Gift Certificate is a perfect gift for any occation and any age.
Give your love through traditional fine art education!
Gift Certificates for any amount now availible .
Please contact Headmistress at rusa@middletownartacademy.com or all 860.344.0554
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1st , 2014
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8TH , 2014
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
FREE OPEN DOOR EVENT !
AT THIS EVENT YOU’LL:
Tour and get a feel for our academy
Learn about our programs
Learn about our classes
Learn about tuition, fees, and other costs
Review scholarship/ financial aid and payment options
Learn about the application process
Get help to Enroll
FREE OPEN STUDIO:
During Open Doors we invite you to join us for a FREE Open to all studio aka “ART FLAT” for still life, live models, drawing and painting. Please come prepared, bring your favorite tools to work with, drawing boards & sketch pads and everything else you must. Lets have some fun!
Here is scheduled time by age:
Children Age: 5 – 9 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Children & Teens Age: 10 -14 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Teens Age: 15 – 18 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Adults Age: 19 – up 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Everyone and all questions are welcomed on this day!
*Note: this is not a free lesson days and no art supplies or materials will be provided on a site.*
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SUNDAY AUGUST 25TH
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
FREE OPEN DOOR EVENT !
AT THIS EVENT YOU’LL:
Tour and get a feel for our academy
Learn about our programs
Learn about our classes
Learn about tuition, fees, and other costs
Review scholarship/ financial aid and payment options
Learn about the application process
Get help to Enroll
FREE OPEN STUDIO:
During Open Doors we invite you to join us for a FREE Open to all studio aka “ART FLAT” for still life, live models, drawing and painting. Please come prepared, bring your favorite tools to work with, drawing boards & sketch pads and everything else you must. Lets have some fun!
Here is scheduled time by age:
Children Age: 5 – 9 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Children & Teens Age: 10 -14 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Teens Age: 15 – 18 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Adults Age: 19 – up 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Everyone and all questions are welcomed on this day!
*Note: this is not a free lesson days and no art supplies or materials will be provided on a site.*
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Don’t delay! Summer is almost here :-)
FINE ART CAMP
8 Week Fine Art Plein Air Summer Camps
Fine Art Summer Camp: Ages 5 -18
Start June 25th and end on August 16th
Summer Art Boot Camp : Adults
Start June 12th and end on July 31st
The tradition of painting plein air, meaning ‘in the open air’ dates back to before the Impressionists – and the invention of tubes for paint. Painting outdoors offers wonderful challenges and rewards. This is a rain or shine camp, in cases of bad weather activities will be held in doors at Art Academy.
EARLY BIRD Discount 25% off! -Register before May 30th
SIBLINGS Discount 50% off!
Unique summer day camps are packed with learning and exciting projects. Each day starts off with inspirational light exercise, yoga, & meditation to stimulate creativity! Students will receive individual instruction and work at their own pace in a non-competitive environment. Our student to teacher ratio is always low to ensure an optimal learning experience. Many students find their skills progress very quickly in camps because of the steady practice a daily class can offer. Our camp is open to both new and continuing students.
Register now to ensure your spot for this Summer!!!!!
For more information visit our web page:
www. MiddletownArtAcademy.com
Call (860)344-0554
art@middletownartacademy.com
Art Competition
Middletown Art Academy is pleased to announce its first annual Art Angel Fine Art Competition. Submit your masterpiece dedicated to the Art Angel and win a scholarship to study fine art in the year of 2013-2014.
Every year three talented young artists will be selected to create their own masterpieces according to a given inspirational theme. The best works submitted to us will be displayed in the academy’s gallery and we will have a public event to celebrate. The winners names will also be published in the local media: the theme for 2013 is Art Angel.
First place – a full tuition scholarship for Academic year 2013-2014 (summer not included) for any class, program, or workshop of their choice. The masterpiece will be professionally matted and framed by our own loyal supporter Middletown Framing (in a frame and mat of the artist’s choice from the store’s stock selection). It will also be featured on the Academy website and will be given the honor of representing the 2013 Art Angel Scholarship!
Second place – a full tuition scholarship for the fall 2013 semester for after-school or homeschool program and free matting of their work by Middletown Framing (in a mat of artist’s choice from the store’s stock selection).
Third place – receives a full tuition scholarship for summer 2013 Fine Art Camp.
All other participants may win partial scholarships for our programs, classes, or art flat.
How do I participate and submit my art to Art Angel Competition?
1) Simply create your masterpiece of an Art Angel the traditional way by drawing and/or painting. (Yes, graffiti art is welcome!)
2) Use any medium you like.
3) Any quality paper, size minimum 10 x 12 and maximum 20 x 30.
4) Please print artist’s name and the date along with a phone number on the back.
5) Drop it off along with a completed scholarship application (TO DOWNLOAD ART ANGEL APPLICATION GO TO ”REGISTRATION”)all supporting documents. A $15 non-refundable application fee, CASH or MONEY ORDER only, payable to Middletown Art Academy is required (one per family). Fee waivers will be available to qualified candidates only.
The deadline for submission by mail:
Applications and art works must be postmarked by April 30th
The deadline for submission in person:
Saturday May 4th 10:00 am – 5:00 pm at MAA Facility ONLY!
All questions must be emailed to: ArtAngel@middletownartacademy.com
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