Classes and Workshops
We are pleased to offer a variety of art classes throughout the year. See our current listing below. Class size is limited to 10 people. A supply list will be supplied upon registration. Check back often for new class offerings.
Portrait Painting With a Model With Russell W. Recchion
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May 8, 9 & 10th 10am - 4pm (1 hr. break for lunch)
$325 for 3 days Join Russ and fellow students for this 3 day intensive workshop with demonstrations each day. Learn how to compose the portrait on the canvas and how to get an immediate likeness with the initial block in. Then proceeding in developing the portrait with light, form and color. This workshop focuses on the principles and practices essential to achieve a convincing, dimensional and well executed portrait in oils. These principles will be analyzed in a logical sequence beginning with block-in and continuing through fine tuning color and value. This is an information packed workshop for the experienced painter or the beginner. The workshop will cover breaking down the painting process into stages and building the painting through awareness of main angles, masses, structure, anatomical landmarks, values and color relationships, edges and creating a focal point. Working with fabric will also be covered. The workshop will include a morning demo covering the day’s work. Working with an awareness of stages and focusing on specific information necessary to each stage will allow the painter to be in control of their canvas. Click here to register for Russell's Class |
"Composition is King" by Christine Swann, PSA, IAPS-MC
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Thursday, June 28th 10am - 3pm * Date Change
$40 During this one day workshop, "Composition is King", internationally recognized pastel artist Christine Swann will teach students how to build solid foundations in composition for your paintings. This is a hands-on workshop that covers a system of armatures that masters have used to construct their portraits for many years. Learn how Degas, Sargent and contemporary masters plan their paintings. This is not a painting class, but rather a day spend on design and composition. This is a MUST class for artists, regardless of medium used. Click here to register |
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Zentangle With Jan Steinle, CZT
Wednesday, 8/1 6:30 – 8:30pm $35 (+ $10 Materials Fee) Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. With only a pen and pencil on fine art paper, you will learn to create your own intriguing abstract works of art. These designs will delight your senses and inspire your creative spirit. Even if you think you cannot draw, you’ll be amazed at how five simple strokes can produce such complex-looking artwork. The patent-pending Zentangle method provides a counterbalance to our increasing use of computers, mice, screens and keyboards. The history, applications, and steps to create an original Zentangle tile will be covered, along with some other cool tips and techniques. All ages and skill levels will be empowered and uplifted as they learn the steps of a method that promotes mindfulness, enhances focus, fosters relaxation, and increases expression of personal creativity. Create Zentangle art and have fun in the process - a great starter class bound to leave you thirsty for more! |
Oil Painting With Dianne Bauman
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Wednesday April 11 Noon - 3pm
Age 16+ $150 for six weeks In this class Dianne will work one to one with each student. New students will learn about materials, techniques and information required to complete oil painting. Guided practice is incorporated into each session. Continuing students bring photos to paint from and she guides them through this process. Each painting session begins with a practice sketch followed by a brief lesson and demonstration. Students then proceed with individual paintings with continued guidance from the instructor. Group critiques complete the class. Click here to register for Dianne's class. |
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Expressive Watercolor With Cindy Gilberti
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Mondays, May 21st 10am - 1pm
$150/6 weeks Get out of your comfort zone and learn to create emotional impressionistic watercolors. Demos and discussions about color theory, washes, transparent vs. opaque watercolor, negative painting and more are covered to help you achieve a loose painterly style. Students will also create their own personal watercolor journal to encourage daily practice and skills development. Click here to register for Cindy's class. |
Realistic Watercolor With Doug Brown
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Thursday, 5/24/18
$150 for six weeks Age 16+ Doug's classes focus on the principles of controlled realism. Each class begins with a demonstration of a new subject each week. All students receive individual attention in class. Bring drawings and/or photos of the subject you wish to paint. Suitable for beginners as well as intermediate/advanced artists. Click here to register for Doug's class |
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