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SUMMARY:Beginner Graphite Pencil with Phil Schorn
DESCRIPTION:This class is for students wanting to learn how to create a finished rendering with a graphite pencil. Students will focus on how to get outlines on paper\, differences in pencils and paper and learning about textures and details. \nSTUDENTS MUST PURCHASE SUPPLIES ON THEIR OWN: (Any questions about supplies\, please contact Phil) \n\n12″ ruler\n9×12 Drawing Paper and/or Smooth Bristol Smooth Paper (same paper as color pencil)\nPencil Sharpener (manual or electric) – there will be a couple provided.\nSet with various H thru B pencils is best.\nVarious sized “Blending Stumps”\nKneaded Eraser and Drafting Eraser\nSmall drafting brush or (clean paint brush).\n\n \nPhilip Schorn – P Schorn Studio – Botanical Color Pencil Artist My botanical renderings are not drawings of plant specimens as seen in scientific books; rather\, they are renderings of plants as seen through the eye of an artist. I can look at the ground; I can see the shapes\, light\, and shadows. I focus on a small portion of the subject and what makes it interesting\, whether that be the individual leaf\, flower\, or snapshot of the ground\, to bring the details to life.\nI have been working with colored pencil for several years and teaching the art for the last three years. I’m currently teaching online from my home since March. I currently teach online color pencil classes for other art studios/galleries\, private classes and Facebook demos. I have two books published of my art/techniques on. I have done a number of outdoor shows\, group and individual exhibitions.\nMy process of making a rendering with the detail that I want to have requires a significant amount of time. Sometimes I use other media\, such as ink\, watercolors or pastels.\nI am a member of the Color Pencil Society of America\, Grayslake Arts Alliance and the Lake County Art League. My studio is located in Grayslake. \nEmail: phil@nullpschornstudio.com   FB: pschornstudio/
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/beginner-graphite-pencil-with-phil-schorn/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Classes
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Color Pencil
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beauty of drawing with colored pencil in this course for beginners. Learn everything you need to get started – types of paper\, pencils\, how to put the color down\, how to draw without seeing lines\, layering\, and blending. Each session will be a review working on the drawing. The class will work on 2-3 renderings during the 4 week course. \nSTUDENTS NEED TO PURCHASE THEIR OWN SUPPLIES: \nSupplies: – Can be ordered through Blick Art Supply \n-48ct Prismacolor softcore pencils \n-1 9×12 300 series Strathmore Smooth Bristol Pad \n-1 Blick colorless blending pen \n-Pencil sharpener (electric or manual) \n-Smooth surface to draw on\, drawing board \n1 or 2-inch clean soft paintbrush (to use as a drafting brush) \n \nPhilip Schorn – P Schorn Studio – Botanical Color Pencil Artist My botanical renderings are not drawings of plant specimens as seen in scientific books; rather\, they are renderings of plants as seen through the eye of an artist. I can look at the ground; I can see the shapes\, light\, and shadows. I focus on a small portion of the subject and what makes it interesting\, whether that be the individual leaf\, flower\, or snapshot of the ground\, to bring the details to life.\nI have been working with colored pencil for several years and teaching the art for the last three years. I’m currently teaching online from my home since March. I currently teach online color pencil classes for other art studios/galleries\, private classes and Facebook demos. I have two books published of my art/techniques on. I have done a number of outdoor shows\, group and individual exhibitions.\nMy process of making a rendering with the detail that I want to have requires a significant amount of time. Sometimes I use other media\, such as ink\, watercolors or pastels.\nI am a member of the Color Pencil Society of America\, Grayslake Arts Alliance and the Lake County Art League. My studio is located in Grayslake. \nEmail: phil@nullpschornstudio.com   FB: pschornstudio/
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/getting-started-with-color-pencil/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Classes
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SUMMARY:JOIN OR DIE
DESCRIPTION:Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary\, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam\, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton\, Pete Buttigieg\, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr.\, Raj Chetty\, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country\, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And\, most importantly… What can we do about it? \nDirectors: Pete Davis\, Rebecca Davis \nStars: Robert Putnam\, Pete Buttigieg\, Raj Chetty \nThis event is in partnership with North Shore Civic Club. \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/join-or-die/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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SUMMARY:OUT OF YOUR MIND: THE BIGGEST MYSTERIES OF THE HUMAN BRAIN
DESCRIPTION:Why do you love? Why do you lie? What makes you happy? Every single thought you have comes from one place: your brain. But what makes it tick? How much of it have we decoded\, and how much of it remains an impenetrable mystery? \nJoin best-selling author and online cartoonist Jorge Cham\, Ph.D. and neuroscientist Dwayne Godwin\, Ph.D. on a deep dive into the fascinating world of the human brain. In their new book\, Out of Your Mind: The Biggest Mysteries of the Human Brain\, they will explore questions such as: What is consciousness? Where is you in the brain? And do we have free will? All while illuminating everything we know (and DON’T know) about one of the most complex objects in the known universe. Think of it as conversation\, ammunition for your next cocktail party\, or a quick fascinating read while you’re in the bathroom (don’t worry\, the chapters aren’t that long). Centered around questions we all ask ourselves at some point but don’t usually have answers to\, Out of Your Mind is an illustrated book about the brain that isn’t too brainy. Playful\, accessible\, and deeply insightful\, it’s the one brain book that’s truly accessible and suitable for all brains. \nCham is the Daytime Emmy-nominated and best-selling cartoonist creator of the popular online comic strip “Piled Higher and Deeper.” He is the co-creator\, executive producer\, and creative director of Elinor Wonders Why\, one of the highest-rated animated shows on PBS Kids\, and the co-author of two popular science books: the best-selling and award-winning We Have No Idea: A Guide to the Unknown Universe and Frequently Asked Questions about the Universe\, as well as the children’s book Oliver’s Great Big Universe. \nGodwin is a neuroscientist\, educator\, and academic leader who is a professor in the Department of Translational Neuroscience and served as graduate dean at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem\, NC. His research centers on the cellular basis of abnormal brain rhythms\, including active projects on calcium channel function\, epilepsy\, and traumatic brain injury. \nBONUS AFTER-HOURS EVENT: Attendees who purchase a copy of Out of Your Mind from FAN’s partner bookseller The Book Stall are invited to attend an AFTER-HOURS event hosted by Cham and Godwin that will start immediately after the webinar. Details on the webinar registration page. \nThis event suitable for youth 12+. It will be recorded and available on FAN’s website and YouTube channel.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/out-of-your-mind-the-biggest-mysteries-of-the-human-brain/
LOCATION:On Zoom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Action Network
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SUMMARY:MOUNTAIN
DESCRIPTION:An exploration of our obsessions with high places and how they have come to capture our imagination. Only three centuries ago\, climbing a mountain would have been considered close to lunacy. The idea scarcely existed that wild landscapes might hold any attraction. Peaks were places of peril\, not beauty. \n\n\n\nDirector: Jennifer Peedom\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNarrator: Willem Dafoe\n\n\n\nThis film is part of the First Thursdays Series and is generously supported by Sheffield Foundation
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mountain/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:MOUNTAIN
DESCRIPTION:An experience about the highest peaks around the world. \nDirector: Jennifer Peedom \nStar: Willem Dafoe \nThis film is part of the First Thursdays Series and is generously supported by the Sheffield Foundation.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mountain-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Victor Garcia Latin Jazz Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Victor Garcia is a dynamic and versatile musician whose mastery of the trumpet has earned him international recognition. Known for his vibrant Latin Jazz performances\, Garcia leads his quintet with electrifying energy\, bringing audiences an unforgettable experience of rhythm\, melody\, and passion. \nCritics rave about his talent. Examiner.com’s Neil Tesser calls him “one of the most exciting young musicians\,” while the Chicago Tribune’s Howard Reich praises him as “an ebullient soloist offering a formidable technique and a radiantly polished tone.” His work as a trumpeter\, vocalist\, percussionist\, and composer showcases his versatility\, making him one of the most sought-after musicians in the genre. \nBeyond his captivating live performances\, Victor has performed alongside legends like Arturo Sandoval\, Paquito d’Rivera\, Tito Puente\, Jr.\, and Victor Manuelle\, solidifying his place in the world of Latin Jazz. He has held prestigious teaching positions at Roosevelt University\, Loyola University\, and the University of Illinois in Chicago\, sharing his passion and expertise with future generations. \nJoin us for an evening of irresistible Latin rhythms and extraordinary musicianship as Victor Garcia’s Latin Jazz Quintet takes the stage. This is a night you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/victor-garcia-jazz-concert-conjunto-romantico-2025/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Valentine Heart Collage
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED\nCreate a mixed media Valentine with a collage of paper\, lace\, and fabric on canvas. This project will use acrylic paint accents and feature lots of texture. Ages 7-12
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/valentine-heart-collage/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Classes,Youth
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