Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery
About Us
The Contemporary School of the Arts and Gallery was founded September, 2002 by Ron Lytle and a group of professional artists as a community art school and gallery. Our mission is to bring art into the community and to bring awareness to the arts.
We have had community outreach programs at Nolan, Memorial Rec Center and Elgin Station. We have also had classes for both children and adults at our school on 4 West Franklin Street.
Currently, the school has become officially a non-profit organization and we hope to continue to expand our part in the western Maryland community.
Mission Statement
It is the commitment of The Contemporary School of the Arts and Gallery, Inc. (CSAGI), to bring the community at large, an environment in which the youth and citizens can be enriched by the art awareness experience. We strive to accent the positives with a new awareness and to bring a refinement of encouragement with contributions from all, both in school, and the community at large.
We seek to do this with involvement of students in an interpersonal relationship with each other and various artists from the community. We hope to bring to these students, a tool of enlightenment, in a systematically, making use of this time as a profit. To promote proficiency in doing so, while all the time making the learning experience of the arts enjoyable.
- To have Students define there own progress as a learning experience.
- Help Students generate new Ideas, as a learning tool.
- Help Students learn the benefits of feedback, as an opportunity for self assessment.
- Help Students understand the full meaning of a successful learning experience through the arts.
- Make life’s learning experiences and art learning experience equally.
- Help Students understand all aspects of the challenge for learning.
- Help Students to learn the importance of consequences in all areas of life.
- Help Students learn respect and responsibility for and to each other, as well as self through their crafts in art.
- To offer alternatives in the learning experience through art education.
- To offer the Students the opportunity to communicate through there art.
- To help the Students learn new ways to avoid put-downs.
Gallery Hours
- Mon-Fri 11am to 3pm
- Sat, Sun 1pm to 3pm
After School Programs
Classes
Upcoming Classes
4 Week Course on October 11 to November 1, 2008
Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Course is open to all Middle School Age Youth.
This course will involve whatever aesthetic needs the students bring to the classroom. I will try to give as much individual attention to each child as possible. If the child needs help with painting, so be it. Likewise with any other media where there is an interest. I would encourage each child to bring their own supplies for this class will be directed to their own personal fulfillment. If a child would be willing to use the limited supplies we have at the gallery, that would be fine as well.
Lisa Bartell & Kathy Seburn will be teaching painting with Acrylics...
- Suitable for grades 3-8.
- 3rd Saturday of every month. 11am-12:30pm
- Please contact the gallery for times and details.
Story-Telling
- Free for students Grade K-5
- Please pre-register at the school for all story-telling classes.
- Contact the gallery for times and details.
Basic Drawing Class
- Suitable for grades 3rd-8th. Students will be required to bring their own drawing materials
- A range of graphite pencils, eraser and sketchbook.
- Pre-registration is required.
- Please contact the gallery for times and details.
Life Drawing Classes
- Middle School Students
- Donations Accepted
- Classes are from 1pm-3pm
- First two classes will involve the exploration of line. The children will discover through application how many different kinds of lines can be used in a drawing.
- All classes will involve a walk t city park to apply the classroom skills in drawing.
- Classes continue exploring line techniques, cross hatching, dotting, shading and color.
- Class is conducted by Morgan Ballard
- Please contact the gallery for times and details.
Caricature Drawing Class
- Classes will be held at our community outreach centers.
- Please contact the gallery for details on when each center will host classes.
Photography Class
- Every Tuesday Starting Oct 7,2008
- 3pm-4:15pm
- Including technical camera details and techniques for improving your photography skills. This class is aimed middle,high and home school students ages 12 and up and adults.
- Please register in advance. Students are required to bring their own camera equipment and supplies.
- Classes will be given by Ron Lytle, Mike Lippolt, Brian Coss and Matt Prince, Mike Gouker
- Please call 304-676-5009 to register
- Please contact the gallery for times and details.
Sponsor A Child Through Art
We are currently seeking sponsorship for our after-school Art Program. We instill self-enrichment for children grades K through 12. Art classes are taught by artists who share their passion for children and art. Classes are held at the School at 4 W Franklin Street. Classes are on the following schedule starting September 7th.
- Mondays thru Friday 5-6pm & 6-7pm
- Saturday 11am-12pm & 12-1pm
Classes will include, Introduction to Elementary Art, Advanced Elementary Art, Craft Art, Pencil Drawing, Sketching, Acrylics, Chalk, Oil Painting, Water Colors and Inks. Our program is supported by Washington County Tourism & Community Partnership, Hagerstown Housing Authority, the Boys & Girls Club and the Washington County Board of Education.
Now we need your support too! All lessons are free. Please call Ron Lytle at 301-791-6191 or e-mail at
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Please feel free to drop by the gallery during opening times.
Community Outreach Art Programs
Noland Community Center - Fall Youth Art Program for children 5-17. Will teach Arts and Crafts, on Mondays, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. Starts in September and is run by Diane Hamilton
Memorial Rec Center - Fall Youth Art Program for children 5-17. Starts in September.
Elgin Community Station - Fall Youth Art Program for children 5-17. Will be teaching Craft Arts, on Tuesdays, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. Starts in September. This is lead by Diane Hamilton
Frederick Community Center - Fall Youth Art Program 5-17. On Wednesdays, will teach Recycling Art. Classes start at 5:30pm. Starts in September.
Art Instructors:
- Diane Hamilton - arts & crafts
- Lisa Bartell
- Kathy Seburn
- Lou Murray
- Debbie Lester
- Mike Goucher
Solo Artist Exhibitions and Events
- Group Exhibit - The Arts Collaborative Quad-State Membership Show
- Nov 15 - Dec 15 2008
- Opening Reception Nov 15, 6-9pm
- 2008 Art Walk - November 28, 29, & 30 and December 19, 20, & 21
- Contemporary Art Gallery - Ron Lytle 301 791 6191, 4 W Franklyn St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 29th, 11-7pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm
- Figurehead II - Brenda Goodwyn 301 791 5999, 2 W Franklyn St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-5pm, Sun 12-4pm
- Just Lookin Gallery - Eileen Berger 714 2278, 40 Summit Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri, Sat, Sun 12-4pm
- Tranqulity's Flower Garden - Veeda Bassette - 443 527 8461, 109 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-7pm, Sat & Sun 10-5pm
- Wisteria Cove Gifts & Chocolate - Lisa Bartell / Kathy Seburn - 301 797 0123, 724 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-5pm, Sat 10-2pm
- Rainbow Connection - Karla Auch - 301 739 6629, 14 1/2 E Washington St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-7pm, Sat 10-6pm
- L&L Classic Clothing Consignment - Lola - 240-420-8870, 51 N Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-5pm, Sat 10-3pm
- Basketful of Gifts - Marge Davis - 301-739-6945, 107 N Potomac St., Hagerstown. MD 21740, Fri & Sat 10-5pm
- Wyatt & Mychaela's Attic Treasures - 301-733-4452, 32 E Washington St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri & Sat 11-4pm
- Lena's of Hagerstown - Lori Ruda - 301-714-1412, 1 W. Franklin St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri 10-5pm, Sat 10-2pm
- Discovery Station at Hagerstown - 301-790-0076, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown, MD 21740, Fri & Sat 10am - 4pm, Sun 2-5pm
- The Miller House & Garden - 301-797-8782, 135 W. Washington St., HAgerstown, MD 21740, Fri & Sat 1pm-4pm
