Marathons
The School's internationally-recognized Marathon programs were developed in 1988 by Dean Graham Nickson, initially as a measure for the rest of the semester at the start of the program year. The program has since expanded to become a core component of the School's curriculum. Meanwhile, intense outside interest led to the extension of the Marathons to a wider audience of participants outside of the full-time student body. Renowned artists, art historians, dealers, collectors, art educators, writers, journalists and students of all levels and affiliations have since experienced the intensity of the program.
The Marathon course hours are 9:00am to 6:00pm, with a lunch break from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. In some Marathons, there may be critiques. The specific critique schedule will be determined once courses have commenced.
SPRING 2012 MARATHONS
DRAWING MARATHON:
Two Week Marathon - January 17-27, 2011
(Note: The School is Closed on January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King day)
Cost - $1,625
First Week - Cora Cohen - January 17-21, 2012
(Note: The School is Closed on January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King day)
Cost - $890
Second Week - Carole Robb - January 23-27, 2012
Cost - $890
Both Weeks Combined - These two one week classes were intended to be taken together
Cost - $1,625
First Week - Kyle Staver - January 17-21, 2012
(Note: The School is Closed on January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King day)
Cost - $890
Second Week - Gideon Bok - January 23-27, 2012
Cost - $890
Both Weeks Combined - These two one week classes were intended to be taken together
Cost - $1,625
SCULPTURE MARATHONS:
First Week - Jon Isherwood - January 17-21, 2012
(Note: The School is Closed on January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King day)
Cost - $890
Second Week - Jilaine Jones - January 23-27, 2012
Cost - $890
Both Weeks Combined - These two one week classes were intended to be taken together
Cost - $1,625
Originally designed to address the importance of drawing as the basis of understanding one's experience in the world, the Marathons are based in an exploration of this most direct route to an enriched understanding of the language of the plastic arts. The innovation inherent in the Marathon program reawakens the way that drawing is experienced by artists and appreciators alike.
The Marathons are intensive, all-day programs that run for two weeks at the beginning of each semester and during the Summer Session. Drawing, Painting and Sculpture marathons are offered, both by full-time faculty and distinguished visiting artists, who are present for the entire session. All programs operate along the same basic model of immersing the student in their chosen discipline.
The level of commitment reached by participants during the Marathon is extraordinary. Each individual must confront the problems of drawing, painting and sculpture with vigor and intensity if they are are to show that they are equal to the fierce demands of concentration and stamina necessary for the program. Not only are participants fully engaged in the physical aspects of making art, they are also intellectually challenged and stimulated by extensive group and individual critiques. The strong and surprising works made often work as catalysts for future work.
Marathons are open to beginning and advanced artists, regardless of their affiliation. Admission follows the same requirements and procedures as for the full-time program. Fees for the ten-day course must be paid in full upon registration.
* Please note that there is an additional fee associated with this Marathon
NB- All marathons are subject to cancellation.