Author: VCSParent

LocArt ™ training is back!

Q: What is LocArt ™ ?
A: LocArt ™ is the African-inspired art form of hairlocking. The term was coined by Maevette L. Allen-Brooks in January 2007.
Q: When is the next LocArt ™ class?
A: LocArt ™ 108 (Intensive Study in the Creation and Care of Traditional and Nubian Locs) will be offered in three parts on three consecutive Sundays in March 2009. The dates and times are 3/8 (1p-6p), 3/15 (1p-6p), and 3/22 (1p-6p). The class is $300 and will be held at the LocArt ™ Studio located near 79th & Halsted, Chicago IL 60620-1830. A certificate of completion will be issued to those with a satisfactory grade on the mannequin head and a passing grade on the written exam.

Pre-registration required.
Call
(773) 891-5024.

Q: How do I register?
A: Call Mae at (773) 891-5024. Pre-registration is required. A non-refundable deposit of $100 is due by Friday, 02/20 at 8pm to cover the cost of materials and supplies. The balance is due the first day of class. The following forms of payment are accepted: cash, money order, Visa, and MasterCard. Credit card holders must present the card in person with a valid ID.
Q: How can I learn to do my own ’locks ?
A: Introducing… LocArt ™ 109 (Maintaining Your ‘Locks In-Between Time). Take a class and take control! This class is designed to complement your regularly scheduled visits and can also come in handy when you can’t get in for whatever reason. The class is $100 and enables you to maintain your own Traditional or Nubian locs. Mae’s next class is Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 1p-6p. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required by Friday, 03/13/09. Call (773) 891-5024.
Q: What if I have Brother– or Sisterlocks® ?
A: The retightening class is $250 and enables you to retighten your own Brother– or Sisterlocks®. Mae’s next class is Sunday, March 1, 2009 from 1p-4p. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required by Friday, 02/06/09. Call (773) 891-5024.