[DAC] The Clay Station - Press Release

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Dot Art Announces The Clay Station-
New Artist Studio Space on Dorchester Avenue
 
In January 2008, The Dorchester Community Center for the Visual Arts (Dot
Art) is opening a new studio space on Dorchester Avenue. The Clay Station
will be a ceramics studio providing classes for people of all ages, as well
as space for aspiring and professional artists to work. The Clay Station is
the only studio of its kind in Dorchester, housing pottery wheels, classroom
space, a glazing station, as well as exhibition space for original work made
in the studio.
 
Dot Art plans to make The Clay Station, named for its location mid-way
between Shawmut and Ashmont Stations on the MBTA Red Line, an easily
recognizable fixture on the Avenue, and a welcoming home to artists of all
ages and skill levels.
 
Plans are already in place for programming to be held at this new studio.
Here are a few of the events and activities planned:
 
Many Hands Make Light Work
Saturday, January 5, 2007
10am ­ 5pm - RSVP Required
 
Volunteer Alert! Dot Art seeks to rally the neighborhood, and ask for their
help in the preparation of the new studio prior to its mid-January Grand
Opening. The Grand Opening is in the works, checkout www.dotart.org for
updates.
 
 On January 5, 2007, Dot Art will hold Many Hands Make Light Work, a day of
workshops for children held throughout the day between 10am and 5pm.
Admission is free for children who bring an adult who is willing to spend 2
hours helping Dot Art staff prepare the studio space for classes. Work will
include mending the basement walls, painting, and helping our carpenter
install shelving for storage of clay works in progress. If you don¹t mind
getting your hands dirty, come and visit us on January 5th! For additional
ways to support this new studio, please visit our website, www.dotart.org
<http://www.dotart.org> .
 
Workshop sessions scheduled as follows:
 
10am ­ 12pm:  3 ­ 5 year olds
1- 3pm:  6 ­ 8 year olds
3 ­ 5pm: 9­ 12 year olds
 
 
Registration is required for this event, as space is extremely limited.
Please call 617-265-3503 or email development at dotart.org.
 
 - MORE - 
 
We are excited to announce that the first class at The Clay Station will
start January 12. 
Enroll now, space is limited!
 
Public Art for the Ave
A Collaboration Between Dot Art and the New Dot to Dot Café
Dot Art is inviting young artists to participate in a sculpture project
focusing on the use of ceramics and clay, and working with the theme of
joining our community together. Sculptures created by the students in this
new class will be permanently installed as part of the storefront of the new
Dot to Dot Café in the St. Marks area, becoming a Dorchester Avenue landmark
for years to come. Dot Art is thrilled to have been asked to produce this
work for local restaurateur Karen Henry Garrett.
 
Ms. Garrett said she firmly believes in the work of Dot Art. ³I think that
the idea of having an art community and making art available to young people
is a fantastic one that I am very much behind. So, when the chance to own my
own café became a reality, I thought that a collaboration with a community
leader like Dot Art epitomizes my own community vision for Dot 2 Dot.²
 
Classes for Art for the Ave will take place in two cycles. Join one, or
both!
 
Cycle A:  Section 1: Grades 2 ­ 5  Saturdays, 10am ­ 12pm
      January 12, 19, 26 and February 9, 16
 
  Section 2: Grades 6 -8  Saturdays, 1:30pm ­ 3:30pm
      January 12, 19, 26 and February 9. 16
 
Cycle B: Section 1: Grades 2 ­ 5  Saturdays, 10am ­ 12pm
      February 23, March 1, 8, 29 and April 5
 
  Section 2: Grades 6 ­ 8  Saturday, 1:30pm ­ 3:30pm
      February 23, March 1, 8, 29 and April 5
 
Cost: $80.00 (some scholarships may be available)
Limit: 10 students per section
 
Artist Space Available!
Dot Art plans to rent time in the studio to local artists who need a space
to create. An application process will begin shortly for artists interested
in using the ceramics studio at times when it is not in use for classes. Dot
Art is researching other studios who use this model. Interested artists
should contact Dot Art immediately, and should check the Dot Art website
regularly for updates on this program ­ www.dotart.org
<http://www.dotart.org> .
 
More Classes Coming Soon!
Dot Art is currently scheduling beginner, intermediate, and advanced adult,
teen, and children¹s classes and workshops in wheel throwing and hand
building, as well as school vacation classes in February and April. Please
keep checking the Dot Art website for details as we get up and running such
as updates, schedules and rates. We need more teachers, please contact the
Dot Art office if you are interested in teaching a class or workshop.
 
Sponsorships Opportunities Available to support The Clay Station. Please
contact Dot Art if you would like to support this new studio.
 
Wheels Needed ­ Does anyone have a wheel for sale? We need more wheels!
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