SUMMERART 2012 

We offer:

• SUMMERART Camp for children ages 5-12
• Pottery Camp for children ages 6-12
• Digital Media Camp for children ages 8-12
• Teen Studio Courses
• Adult Courses and Workshops

See below for descriptions of all of our SUMMERART programs!

Advance registration required. Spaces fill quickly, so register early!

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SUMMERART Camp for Children (Ages 5-12)

Our theme-based SUMMERART Camp provides four two-week sessions during which children will work in mediums such as drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, collage, and printmaking. Visits to the Museum’s galleries are included to enrich the child’s knowledge of fine arts. In addition to making art every day, children are encouraged to interact, talk, and learn about the history of art, its role in society, and how it affects our daily lives. Each session concludes with a student exhibit in MAM’s Leir Hall and the Yard School of Art Arcade. Light refreshments are serves, and family and friends are encouraged to attend. Art projects are taken home at this time.

Children are grouped in age-specific classes (5 – 7, 8 and 9, and 10 – 12). Children ages 5 to 7 may participate in our Morning Program from 9:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. or our Afternoon Program from 3 – 5 p.m. Children ages 8 to 12 may choose any one of our programs.

Classes are limited to 15 children and projects are never repeated. Each session includes a choice of Electives from 3 – 5 p.m. for children ages 8 – 12. Students may register for an Elective only, or as part of a full-day program.

We offer the following exciting sessions: 

Session I: Unexpected Expressions: Abstract Art

July 2 – 13, 2012* 

In this session campers will be inspired by Abstract Art, created by artists such as Jackson Pollock, Georgia O’Keefe, Mark Rothko, and Henri Matisse. Campers will learn about using forms, patterns, lines, and color in order to express themselves independently of a particular subject. For further inspiration, campers will make visits to the Museum’s galleries to view Patterns, Systems, Structures: Abstraction in American Art. There is no limit to what the imagination can create when adventuring into the abstract!

*No Camp on July 4^th

Optional Afternoon Electives: Exploring Pottery, Painting Studio, Cartoon Drawing, or Digital Movie Making with a Green Screen.

Create fun and fantastic artwork inspired by beloved films of the silver screen! In addition to working on a variety of mixed media projects based on this theme, campers will learn about the history of filmmaking and the creative process that brings movies to life. From Hollywood classics like the Wizard of Oz and Star Wars and new favorites like Toy Story and Harry Potter, to animated features of the past as well as contemporary masterpieces, this session will have no shortage of creativity and wonder.

Optional Afternoon Electives: Claymation or Sketching Studio

Optional Afternoon Electives:  Exploring Pottery, Fashion Illustration, or Printmaking

Throughout history people have created portraits to capture a likeness. Sometimes whimsical, sometimes meaningful, with portraiture there is no limit to the stories that can be told. Using fine art mediums such as drawing, painting, sculpture and photography, campers will create projects inspired by portraiture across cultures, from the past to the present. Looking at family and friends, pets and popular personalities to name a few, campers will explore and create portraits that will be sure to inform and inspire.

Optional Afternoon Electives: Easel Painting (FULL) or Comic Book Making

Team Sculpture:

Every session, the 8 – 12 year old students will work together to create sculpture on a large scale. Each sculpture will relate to the theme of the particular session. Learning the foundations of traditional and contemporary three-dimensional art, students will collaborate with the instructor on the sculpture’s concept and design. They will each work on an individual part to create a cohesive and unique whole. Imagination and teamwork are emphasized to create these super-sized sculptures.

Team Sculpture cannot be taken on its own. Students must be registered for the School-Day or Full-Day Programs.

Afternoon Electives:

Each session has a few different afternoon electives from 3 – 5 p.m. Students ages 8 – 12 may register for an elective only, or as part of a Full-Day Program. When registering for a Full-Day Program, please make sure to specify your choice of Afternoon Elective. 

Session I Electives (3-5 p.m.): July 2 – 13

With a focus on hand-built pottery and basic wheel-throwing, this class uses a variety of clay and sculptural techniques to produce creative and unique objects, including several pieces to be fired in a kiln. Using a multicultural approach, students will use ceramic clay, and colorful glazes to create both functional and decorative objects, such as pots, masks, creatures, and animals.

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Are you crazy for cartoons? Students will learn to design imaginative and expressive characters, as well as draw their favorites. This elective includes a discussion of storyboards, a history of cartoon drawing, and strong foundation of basic drawing techniques.

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For our aspiring painters, this elective will provide dedicated time to this medium. Instruction will be given on foundation painting techniques while using acrylic and tempera paints, watercolors, pastels and more! Students will be inspired by landscapes, portraits, still life arrangements, as well as paintings from MAM's permanent collection. Campers will bring home unique paintings full of personal expression that are sure to be treasured. 

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Create your own special effects video using green screen technology. Held in MAM’s Digital Media Lab, students will work collaboratively to create, shoot, and edit short video projects that include unbelievable special effects using the students as the stars!

SESSION II Electives (3-5 p.m.): JULY 16 – 27:

Do you love movies and animation? Students will have the opportunity to be an animator, director, producer, editor, sculptor, illustrator, and writer. By modeling the story in clay and using a series of digital images, students will work together to create a unique claymation film to bring home on DVD.

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For campers who love to draw, this elective will provide devoted time to this aspect of fine art. Instruction will be given on foundation drawing techniques, such as line, shading, composition, proportion and perspective using a variety of subject matter. Students will use charcoal, pencil, colored pencil, pen and ink, colored markers, pastels and more to create drawings that are their own unique expressions.

SESSION III Electives (3-5 p.m.): JULY 30 – AUGUST 10

See description above.

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Explore the endless possibilities of printmaking! In this elective students will learn to create beautiful works of art through a variety of printmaking techniques. Projects will cover monoprint, silkscreen, collagraph, relief printing, and photo transfer. Mixed media will be introduced to create one-of-a-kind results inspired by a variety of subjects such as world cultures, animals, landscapes and portraiture.

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Style is who you are! Students in class will learn the exaggeration and enhancement of the fashion figure by studying a live clothed model. There will be an introduction to sewing and fabrics, including folds and drapes, as well as textures, colors and patterns. While learning to sketch and design, students will develop a strong foundation of drawing skills. 

SESSION IV Electives (3-5 p.m.): AUGUST 13 – 24

For enthusiastic campers who love to paint, this elective will focus specifically on learning to paint at the easel. Students will explore a variety of subjects including landscapes, portraits, and still life, in addition to acquiring a strong foundation of essential painting techniques. Trips to see the Museum’s diverse collection of paintings will be included for study and inspiration.

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Have fun making your own comic books, drawing and designing your own characters, creatures or superheroes! Campers will learn about the elements of comic book making, comic book perspectives, and drawing techniques to create interesting and exciting characters that can talk, run, or fly! Finish your comic books with ink or color as you get them ready to “publish.” Bring home copies for your comic book to share with friends and family!

Pricing for SUMMERART Camp

See below for pricing for Pottery Camp and Digital Media Camp

(Full for Session III 5-7 year olds and Session IV 8-9 year olds)

(Full for Sessions II and IV)

(Full for Sessions II and IV)

 

 

SummerART Pottery Camp (Ages 6-12)

ALL POTTERY CAMPS ARE FULL

The Yard School of Art is excited to offer four two-week sessions of Pottery Camp in our Ceramics Studio. This camp is for children and teenagers who are interested specifically in working with clay to create pottery, sculpture, and more. Campers are grouped in age-specific classes (6 – 8, and 9 – 12) Campers will have the opportunity to use the Museum’s diverse collection of Native American pottery as inspiration. Much of the work created in Pottery Camp will be kiln fired; some will be functional, some will be decorative, and all of it will be treasured for years to come. Much of this artwork will be displayed at the receptions in Leir Hall at the end of each session.

Four sessions offered:

• July 2 – 13 (No camp July 4) FULL
• July 16 - 27 FULL
• July 30 – August 10 FULL
• August 13 - 24 FULL

Prices are per session. 

Please note that the cost of Pottery Camp includes the additional expenses for materials, glazing, and kiln firing.

Digital Media Camp (Ages 8-12)

For ages 8 – 12, this camp exposes students to working collaboratively while using new technology as a tool for creative expression and communication in our increasingly connected and digital world.

Camp is open to all levels and no prior knowledge of software is required; however, basic comfort using a computer is recommended. Students will be provided with a USB drive to take home their projects.

Digital Media Camp (Ages 8 – 12)

Prices are per session.

Morning Program: 9:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.                     $595 Members, $635 nonmembers

Students will explore and capture the world around them using digital photography. Learning about light, contrast, composition, camera settings, and image editing, students will leave camp with a solid understanding of how to maximize the use of a digital camera to create unique and beautiful works of photography. Utilizing the Museum’s Canon cameras, as well as Photoshop CS5, and through exercises done both on and off site, campers will have all the necessary tools at their fingertips. A selection of the students’ prints will be displayed at the closing reception.*No camp on July 4

Filmmakers in training, campers will learn to use the video camera as a fun and versatile tool for personal expression. Working both independently and collaboratively, campers will learn to make short films through a series of moving images. We will move beyond your average home movie by exploring exciting video editing tools in programs such as iMovie. Films will be screened at the closing reception for friends and family.

In this session, campers will learn the fundamentals of graphic design while building their own websites that focus on their individual interests. By making personal design choices for fonts, images, colors, and the composition of their websites, campers will create a product that expresses their unique voice. Family and friends will have the opportunity to view and navigate through the campers’ distinctive websites at the closing reception.

Game Design is a creative challenge that combines art, storytelling, and technical design. This camp will introduce participants to the elements and tools of game design and provide an opportunity to produce original games. Using Adobe Flash and user-friendly game design platforms, students will learn the basics of interactivity for video game design. Game designs will be on view at the closing reception.

 

 

 

Studio Classes for Teens

Teens Ages 12 - 15

Students will have the opportunity to work in a variety of traditional and contemporary mediums. Fine arts vocabulary and art history will be introduced through visits to the Museum’s galleries. Each class meets for two weeks, Monday - Friday, and will have an exhibit on the last day of the session. Family and friends are encouraged to attend. All supplies are provided in course fees for ages 12-15.

Prices are per two-week session. 

Students will learn the fundamentals of line, value, form, composition and perspective through a wide variety of challenging exercises. Subject matter will include still life, landscapes, clothed figures, architectural elements and works in the Museum’s collection. This foundation class is the perfect stepping stone for young teens.*No class on July 4

Young teens will be introduced to the technical and perceptual basics of oil painting, color mixing, differing qualities of paint and brushes, basic color theory, paint application and creating forms in space. Students will study from still life, reference images, and a clothed model.

Held in MAM’s Ceramics Studio, this session will offer students the opportunity to create works of art in clay. With an emphasis on individual expression, students will work on projects ranging from wheel-thrown pots, bowls, vases, and more, to unique sculptural hand-built objects. Students will gain a strong foundation of finishing techniques, such as trimming, forming handles and embellishments, texturing, glazing, and preparing the work for the kiln. Whether functional, decorative, or both, projects will embody the students’ own distinct personal vision.

Explore forms in 3D using a variety of mediums including wire, plaster, paper-maché, mixed media, found objects, and clay. Moving from a two-dimensional plan, students will create both abstract and representational sculptures that are meant to be viewed in the round. This course is an introduction to the basic elements of three-dimensional design including form, line, texture, light and color, using both additive and subtractive processes.

This session explores a variety of fine art techniques that are often combined to create unexpected and distinctive works of art. Students will explore a variety of mono-print techniques, and use these printed elements as well as found objects to create unique encaustic paintings. Encaustic allows the layering of the prints, collage elements, and found objects with hot wax. Students will work with heat to manipulate the materials and discover how it affects surface and texture, using the wax’s inherent translucency to create beautiful works of richness and depth. 

Held in MAM’s Digital Media Lab, this is a step-by-step digital photography class for teens. Through a series of fun exercises both on site and off, students will learn how to get the most out of their cameras by taking it off "automatic.” Students will use digital photography software as a tool to make minor adjustments in balance, lighting, and contrast to create the best version of a photograph. The goals are to develop traditional photography techniques, learn to re-shoot/re-work photos, understand compositional rules for strong photographs, and to train the eye to “see.” Students should bring any type of digital camera, or may use one of the Museum’s point-and-shoot cameras. No photography experience necessary.

*All supplies are included in course fees for young teen classes.       

Teens 16+

In this course older teens will learn to render the human form from a nude model; an opportunity that is not afforded at most high schools, but is of great value when developing a portfolio. This academic and traditional approach to drawing human anatomy enables students to explore the perceptual elements needed to organize a work of art, including line, structure, value and texture. Exercises are designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of the human form. Individual instruction is stressed in a relaxed and supportive environment. Students of all levels are welcome. See www.montclairartmuseum.org for a list of materials.

Held in MAM’s Digital Media Lab, this course is for students interested in developing their skills in digital photography. A variety of exercise will take place both on and off-site in order to challenge the eye. Students will use digital photography software as a tool to make adjustments in balance, contrast and lighting in order to re-work and edit a photograph in order to achieve it’s optimal or desired appearance. Students are encouraged to express and strengthen their artistic voices while honing technical skills. Students should bring any type of digital camera, or may use one of the Museum’s point-and-shoot cameras.   

Design is a vast field that ranges from conceptualizing and creating very small objects, such as tools and utensils, to the very large, such as building architecture and city planning. What then, is the common thread to design? There is a complex yet simple answer; “thought.” Thoughtful design is both analytical and creative. It allows the person or team to take problems, analyze, and solve them. In this course, students will design and build a personalized space for learning and thought. Students will begin with observation, research, and group discussion while sketching and creating 3D models to conceptualize their ideas. The class will then assemble life-sized spaces utilizing Fed Ex shipping boxes as a building material. The project culminates with a formal presentation of their pieces to a panel of professional architects and a public exhibition of the work in the Museum’s galleries.  The Room For Thought course was created by architect Barry Yanku and was initially piloted at the Montclair Art Museum in 2003. This college level curriculum has since been offered at Yale University and New Jersey Institute of Technology. Barry Yanku continues to serve as curriculum and architectural consultant for the course.  Students’ final projects will be on view in the Museum’s Weston Gallery from July 27 – August 5, 2012.

This course is designed to explore the art and practical application of graphic design and empower students to develop their own distinctive style. Students will learn key concepts such as balance, scale, color, hierarchy, layers, typography, and more. Students will work to complete projects and critique work around these key concepts. At the end they will walk away with a portfolio of work and knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop software.

For students with a basic or intermediate knowledge of oil painting, this course covers a variety of oil painting techniques using subject matter that includes the clothed human form, still life, and landscape. There is no comparison to the lush, vibrant colors and forgiving workability that is inherent in painting with oils. Starting with a series of monochromatic exercises using still life, students will gain a strong foundation in drawing and judging values, working their way up to a limited color palette. In this systematic approach students will learn the handling properties of oils, as well as to not be intimidated by color as they progress in their training. In addition, techniques for dealing with light and shadow, composition, color and texture will be covered.

See www.montclairartmuseum.org/supplylists/ for a list of materials.

Teens age 16+ may also take any of our Adult Programs. 

Adult Programs

Eight week courses will run from the week of July 2 - August 24, 2012.

This hands-on class for clay novices will cover both hand-building and potter’s wheel methods. Learn all about clay forming process and basic glazing techniques. Students will observe instructor demonstrations and receive personalized attention. As always, students will be encouraged to express their individuality while making beautiful pottery in a supportive and lively atmosphere. 

Learn the techniques of oil and acrylic painting in a fun, hands-on environment. This course is designed for the beginner or intermediate student who would like to brush-up on the basics. This class will cover how to choose the right materials, as well as learn the basics of color theory and composition so you can create a painting. Work in a supportive atmosphere that develops a personal statement. Model fees included for three sessions.

This class welcomes beginners and advanced students to work in any two dimensional medium and style that best suits their personal vision. To whatever form a student chooses, the task of balancing elements such as color, form, harmony, line, mass, pattern, rhythm, shape, space, texture, tone, value, and volume will be addressed. Whether it is traditional or experimental, how one creates will be regarded with heightened importance in relation to what one creates. Students may use reference materials such as photographs or take their subject matter directly from nature. Individual attention and guidance will be provided to all. 

Get noticed! Learn how to create your own website using Adobe Dreamweaver. This intuitive and straightforward industry standard software provides the direct creation and editing capabilities of HTML.  Students will begin by learning how the web works, web design basics, how to save and size images properly for the internet, how to use web-safe colors in their design elements, what HTML is, and how to apply design skills using Adobe Dreamweaver to create and save HTML pages. This course will also cover acquiring an online domain name and site hosting. 

This course will offer a personal, hands-on approach to creating functional and/or decorative clay pieces, using both hand building and wheel throwing techniques that will be glazed and kiln-fired. We will explore the fundamentals of working with the clay itself, necessary tools, surface treatments, and glazing. Possible project ideas and approaches include cups, bowls, vases, tiles, sculptures, the use of molds and stamps, and the use of found objects to create texture. All levels welcome. 

Initially, students will learn the basics of digital camera operation, as well as gain familiarity with fundamental concepts of composition and the use of visual elements to improve their photographs. After an introduction to the fundamentals of image editing, students will then spend several weeks exploring different ways in which you can use Photoshop to create non-traditional, digitally composited art pieces. Students will be introduced to stitching multiple images together, layering, and among other special effects and then work to develop their own projects. 

An academic and traditional approach to drawing human anatomy enables students to explore the perceptual elements needed to organize a work of art, including line, structure, value and texture. Exercises are designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of the human form. Individual instruction is stressed, and students of all levels are welcome. 

This class is an introduction to the art of drawing for the novice or those wishing to enhance their skills. Students will complete exercises in all aspects of drawing including the expressive line, light, shade and tonal values, and study of structural planes. The class will include three sessions with a model.  Course includes an overview of different mediums and papers.

This course is designed to explore the trade and industry of graphic design and empower students to develop their own distinctive style. Students will explore a variety of graphic design fields; including print media, marketing and branding, and info graphics. Students will understand key concepts such as balance, scale, typography, and more. The first half of class will feature lectures and discussions while the second half will focus on technical instruction and critique of student work. Students will learn to competently utilize Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop and will come away with a portfolio of work.  

This class will focus on the process of taking the drawn figurative image and transforming it through painting by using the long pose and direct observation of the figure in its environment. By drawing with the intent of making the transition into painting, students will translate values into color while limiting the use of line in favor of analyzing the model in terms of tone, mass and shape. Students will be encouraged to work abstractly toward refining a representational image. Human anatomy and proportion will be addressed with an emphasis on placing it within a strong overall composition. The premise is that improving your drawing will improve your painting.

Explore the possibilities of creating beautiful pottery on the wheel. Intended for students who have never used the potter’s wheel, or for those who are continuing to build their basic skills, this course will cover methods of centering clay and throwing bowl and cylinder forms, such as mugs and vases. Students will also learn how to finish their pots using standard decorating and glazing techniques.

This course provides an opportunity for older teens and adults to work directly from the figure to explore sketching the human form and anatomy. It is especially useful for students 16 and older that need life drawing experience not provided in high school art curriculum. Working from the nude model, a classical approach provides the basis for understanding the relationship of form and technique. Non-traditional poses will also be included to challenge and inspire. Students will draw with charcoal, pencil and a variety of other mediums.

Adult Workshop Series

The Yard School of Art strives to offer an exciting series of workshops to advance, entice and enrich our students’ diverse artistic skills and sensibilities. Try one or all to explore a new medium or brush up on your favorites.  Supply lists for Workshops can be found at www.montclairartmuseum.org/supplylists/

Do you love color? Is the common thread in all your work an expression of color? Then why not spend a day exploring paintings about color. Mark Rothko, probably the best know "color field" painter, did just that. Using layers of rich color subtly selected and placed, his work created a sense of depth and space and dynamic tension. In this one-day, acrylic workshop we will briefly explore color contrasts and create three to five different color stories. Through lecture, demonstration and critique, the instructor will equip you with the information needed to sow and grow your own color field paintings, producing a crop of three finished pieces. 

Participants in this one-day workshop will explore traditional carving techniques on linoleum and other soft blocks to create multiple prints.  Carving simple blocks of high and low relief can afford endless possibilities with multiple printings of the image.  It is easy, inexpensive and addicting.  Classic black and white, bright rainbow inkings and colorful layering are just a few of the exciting ways to explore this medium. A portfolio of related images will be created in this fun and adventurous workshop. Let your imagination soar with printmaking! A materials fee of $35 is payable to the instructor on the day of class. Please visit montclairartmuseum.org for a list of suggested additional supplies. 

For parents and their children ages 7 and up, take this opportunity to create pots, laughter, and unforgettable memories with your little ones. Both you and your child will make your own pots on the potter’s wheel. With detailed step-by-step instruction, you will create masterpieces that will never be forgotten. All levels welcome.

The foundation of a painted portrait is a solid understanding of rendering a likeness through drawing. In this one-day workshop students will work from a live model as we explore the major forms of the head and the individual features of the face.  The goal of the workshop is for each student to gain stronger control of form and value as we complete a realistic portrait sketch in one session. We will be creating heightened drawings using hard and soft pencils and white chalk on toned paper. Model fees included. 

This one-day workshop is ideal for a beginner who wants to learn, and/or experiment with throwing pottery on the wheel. Through ample individual attention from the instructor, and as well as demos and discussion, students will learn the steps and techniques of wheel throwing, including centering clay, throwing bowl and vase forms, trimming, etc. Students will select glazes, and return to pick up their fired pots two weeks from the workshop date. 

Do you come from a background of drawing? Do you have the courage to make line and brushwork your subject? In the tradition of Joan Mitchell, Cy Twombly and Joan Miro, the instructor will take you on a journey to discover the personality and power of line. This is a fast paced, action-oriented class. Through demonstration, a series of large, timed exercises and constructive criticism, you will be amazed to see that you are an individual when it comes to the style of line and marks on paper. 

In this fast-paced portraiture workshop, students will work from a model to capture a painted likeness in two sessions. For painting students new to portraiture, as well as those with more experience, this workshop will focus on challenges such as proportion, rule-of- thirds, value control, and color mixing. Demonstrations given throughout the process will encourage students to progress at an even pace. Model fees included.

Intended for students with life-drawing experience, this two-day workshop focuses on capturing energetic gestures and working towards a finished drawing that maintains that initial energy. Key anatomical landmarks will be highlighted with attention directed to the intricate play of skeleton and muscles affecting the superficial form as the body shifts and moves. A long demonstration on day one will help students visualize the process and take note of how exaggeration and accuracy go hand-in-hand. 

This one-day workshop will teach students how to prepare and move art from program to program within the Adobe Suite of programs, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. This is a very important skill set that will benefit everyone eager to advance within the scope of the Adobe Creative Suite. The workshop will include a discussion and practical demonstration of methods in the Museum's Digital Media Lab, as well as student participation and application of the techniques. Please bring a flash drive to save your work at the end of class. 

Do you have old, faded photographs that you would like to be able to restore? Are red-eye and lens flare ruining your family snapshots? Learn the basics of photo retouching using Photoshop in this one-day workshop. Held in the museum's Digital Media Lab, students will engage in a practical demonstration of various techniques they will be able to use to restore and enhance their personal photographs. Students should bring either a digital photograph or a photograph to scan and work on during class. Please bring a flash drive to save your work at the end of class.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend a concentrated period of time on your art, the way a professional artist does? Returning this summer, this intensive watercolor workshop offers the exciting opportunity to work towards a completed painting, large or small, or a series of studies from a vibrant and colorful still life arrangement that focuses on pattern, texture and composition. Students will receive individual attention and regular demonstrations of useful techniques to help develop their own creations. Please bring a bag lunch. The Yard School will provide students with several sheets of large, high quality watercolor paper on which to work. Visit montclairartmuseum.org for a list of additional supplies.

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