PRESS RELEASE

Art museum opens registration for winter studio classes

EUGENE—(Jan. 3, 2006)— Children and adults can learn to sculpt, create a masterpiece after viewing an original Van Gogh painting and make their own Valentine's Day cards in one of the winter studio art classes offered at the University of Oregon's Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art.

The classes include instruction in sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics and printmaking. The program also includes a week-long spring break camp for children ages five to 15.

The registration deadline for winter studio classes is Jan. 23. The last day to sign up for the spring break art camp is March 1. Early registration is encouraged. Tuition includes supplies and materials. Museum members receive a 10 percent tuition discount. Scholarships are
available based on financial eligibility.

To obtain complete class descriptions or registration applications, visit http://jsma.uoregon.edu or call (541) 346-0968. The museum is on the university campus at 1430 Johnson Lane, near the Knight Library.

For more information, contact Katie Sproles at (541) 346-0942.