SATURDAY SCHOOLSpring 2012 Saturday School has been a beloved Memphis tradition for 75 years. Many of our current students have parents or grandparents who attended the program as children.
Building a love of art for a lifetime begins here at MCA. We recognize that engagement with art nurtures creative thinking, provides an outlet for self-expression, strengthens self-confidence and helps develop an appreciation for the world outside ourselves. 
Class sizes are small by design, allowing for individualized attention to each student’s unique skills and abilities. We offer qualified teaching artists, inspiring media and excellent facilities. As the only independent, fully accredited professional art and design institution in Memphis, we are uniquely qualified to guide your children, nurturing in them a love for the arts and an appreciation for lifelong learning. MORE INFORMATION Saturday School Portfolio Development
Registration Updates Scholarships Contact SATURDAY SCHOOL Ages 5 – 16
Spring Session I
Saturdays / 6 sessions / January 21 - February 25 / 9 am - 12 noon Tuition: $195, includes supplies and equipment (except where noted) Click here for Session I courses Spring Session II Saturdays / 6 sessions / March 24 - May 5 (no classes on April 7) / 9 am- 12 noon Tuition: $195, includes supplies and equipment (except where noted) Click here for Session II courses
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
Ages 16 and up
Saturdays / 6 sessions / January 21 - February 25 / 1 - 5 p.m. Tuition: $275, includes supplies and equipment Click here for more information on Portfolio Development Back to top 
COURSES Spring Session I Students choose one class in the appropriate age range. AGES 5-7 Art FUNdamentals This class nurtures children’s innate need to create by providing knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of art: shape, line, color, form and value. Students explore drawing, painting, and other media such as printmaking and collage. Enjoyable and inventive activities enhance skills as well as concentration and visual awareness. The class will focus on the basics while fostering a fun and creative atmosphere for learning. 3-D Discovery Creating sculptural artwork is fun and challenging. Children design and create their own 3-dimensional works of art exploring various sculpture media and methods. Through fun, hands-on projects using everything from fabric to found objects, papier-mâché to clay, children explore design principles and challenge the laws of physics. AGES 8-10 Art FUNdamentals See description above. Pop-Up Books Students create mixed media collages using them to make a series of pop-up books with interactive pages of Matisse-like pop-ups, hidden messages and other fantastic surprises. Students learn about the history of pop-up art, practice different techniques used to create pop-up books and become pop-up book artists themselves. 
AGES 11 & UP
Drawing & Painting
This class approaches artmaking as a visual language. Using a variety of media and materials, from the familiar to the unusual, students learn to "speak" through drawing and painting. This class explores traditional methods as well as some alternative approaches. Appropriate for all skill levels.
Digital Photography
Shoot, enhance and have fun with the digital image. Learn the functions of your camera and how to take a better photo. Field and lab components are included. Student provides own digital camera and flash drive. AGES 14 & UP Drawing Methods
Students engage in a series of drawing exercises designed to strengthen overall technical skills and improve understanding of the elements of design in a 2-dimensional format. Students gain confidence in their abilities though practice in a structured, non-competitive environment. Designed for the individual with some drawing experience and the goal of pursuing and art career. AGES 16+ * PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT For students serious about attending art school, this course provides an opportunity to develop and prepare a college-ready portfolio. Students are introduced to advanced concepts in drawing and 2D design through rigorous practice exercises. Working from direct observation, students are given projects that help prepare them for college-level drawing courses. This is a must-have course for students seeking art college acceptance or scholarship opportunities.
Saturdays / 6 sessions / January 21 - February 25 / 1 – 5 pm
Tuition: $275, includes supplies 
* Students age 16 and above may also choose to participate in our Adult Continuing Education classes Back to top Back to top 
Spring Session II Students choose one class in the appropriate age range. AGES 5-10 Art FUNdamentals
See description in Spring Session I.
Art FUNdamentals II
Open to students age 5 and up who have completed Art FUNdamentals or with instructor permission.
AGES 11 & UP
Drawing & Painting
See description in Spring Session I.
Drawing & Painting II
Open to students age 11 and up who have completed Drawing & Painting or with instructor permission.
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REGISTRATION
All tuition and fees are due in full at the time of registration. Class space is limited; registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Late registration is subject to available space and a $25 late registration fee. Students may register by mail, fax, online or in person. Spring Session I registration deadline is Tuesday, January 17. Spring Session II registration deadline is Tuesday, March 20.
HOW TO REGISTER Online:
Go to Online Registration. Use this convenient option and pay online or call our office with your payment after you complete your registration. By mail:
Memphis College of Art
Community Education
1930 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38104
Click here to download a printable registration form By fax:
Credit cards only
(901) 272-5122 Click here to download a fax registration form
Walk in:
MCA Administration Building
1939 Poplar Ave.
8:30-4:30 M-F
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Back to top SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of full and partial scholarships are awarded on a merit basis for our Saturday School and Portfolio Development classes. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee; all decisions of the Scholarship Committee are final. Scholarship awards must be accepted by recipient at least 10 working days prior to the first class session. Payment for any portion of tuition not covered by partial scholarships is due at the time the scholarship is accepted.
Spring 2012 scholarship application deadline is Thursday, December 8 at 4 pm.
To apply for a scholarship send:
1. PORTFOLIO with 3 original pieces of art work that must include a portrait, still life and landscape (one of each) drawn or painted from life (not from photos or other works of art). Works should be submitted on standard, 8 1/2” x 11” paper and may be originals or color photocopies of originals. Up to 3 additional pieces may be submitted, but are not required.
2. LETTER OF INTEREST from the child explaining why s/he would benefit from attending the program.
3. LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION from a teacher, youth leader, coach or spiritual leader.
4. REGISTRATION FORMS completed, including medical release form.
5. LARGE ENVELOPE self-addressed with correct return postage for returning portfolio. Portfolios without postage will not be returned.
Please call our office at 901-272-5142 if you have any questions about preparing your scholarship submission. 
Download Scholarship Application Download Scholarship Guide Mail or drop off scholarship applications to:
Memphis College of Art
Community Education
1939 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38104 Back to top CONTACT We are happy to provide additional information or answer any questions you may have about Saturday School. Please call (901) 272-5142 or email commed@mca.edu if you need our assistance. Our office is open 8:30 to 4:30 weekdays. Back to top | 
