- Alternative Darkroom Processes Kevyn Fairchild413.9 | Tue, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Room D Begins April 15 | $170 | 3 Weeks This class is for artists and photographers who are interested in learning new ways to create prints. This alternative photographic process creates a “photograph” without the use of a camera or a lens by placing objects directly onto photographic paper. Students are encouraged to think out of the box and experiment with different techniques to create these unique works of art.Unlike some of the other alternative processes, this process produces a true black and white image and can only be done in a traditional darkroom. This is a great workshop for non-photographers who may be interested in learning a new way to create art without having to navigate the technical aspects of cameras.A $10 registration fee will be applied to your total.This class meets on April 15, 22, and 29.
- Ceramic Handbuilding and Small Sculpture Henry Glener482.2 | Thu, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Room E Begins April 10 | $380 | 10 WeeksIntroductory class will concentrate on the techniques of pinching, coil, and slab building during the class and encourage the development of pottery and practical objects as well as encourage small sculpture. A kiln is on the premises and we fire as needed. Extra attention is paid to new students and beginners. Returnees welcome. Materials: Tools and glazes are provided, but you will need your own block of clay which you can buy at Art Lab for $26.54 on your first day of class. This class meets once a week for 10 weeks. A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.
- Ceramic Techniques is the perfect class for adults to learn all the basic handbuilding methods in order to sculpt, fire, and glaze their own unique handmade ceramic pieces.
- Open Studio Ceramics - Walk in or sign up for full 10 weeks!
- Color and LightLinda Butti126.0 | Thu, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Room FBegins April 10 | $236 | 6 weeksThis is an exciting painting course in which you will learn to paint in a classical traditional technique and a more modern one. I will give a brief lecture on art for the first 25 minutes of each class on the Western Tradition, Early Renaissance, High Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Impressionism. The first three classes will start with this brief lecture and will be followed by painting a still life, or from a traditional photo of a painting in a traditional method. The second 3 weeks will also begin with a brief lectured followed by painting in the Contemporary way of the Impressionists. We will study the love of Color and Light in different traditions and notice the effects of each technique. You will understand how society influences art and the way we see things. By the end of class, you will understand different painting methods and decide on which you would like to work through your artistic journey!Dates: April 10th, 17th, 24th, May 1st, May 15th and May 22nd.***There is no class on May 8th***This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.There is a $20 registration fee applied to the total.
Color Theory: Painting Simple Still Lifes *NEW* Annamarie Trombetta
122.2 | Tue, 3:00 - 6:00 PM | Room F Begins April 8 | $281 | 8 weeksEach major and minor color in the color wheel will be scientifically analyzed and discussed. Moreover the colors will be implemented by painting a simple still life painting. Students, for example, will begin with the color yellow by painting a lemon, concentrating and learning the properties of the yellow family, noting if it is transparent--semitransparent or opaque, if it has a high or low tinting strength, if the hue has an undertone color etc. Direct perception and, painting, and integrating scientific facts will enhance the technique to paint realistically.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.- Color to Canvas: Oil Painting Basics *NEW* Lynnanne Daly128.0 | Wed, 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Room F Begins April 9 | $277 | 8 weeksStarting from the beginning, students will be shown the proper handling of oil paint, including set-up and clean-up best practices. We will explore the qualities that make oil painting unique, such as the ability of painting wet on wet, dry- brush, and the importance of the brush stroke. We will explore various painting styles and techniques, referencing artists, and looking at classical and modern qualities of art. Students will paint from life and imagination, while learning the importance of observation. Students will be taught how to mix color, how to look at proportions and see light and shadow. Students will be shown distinctions specific to oil painting. They will learn how to work in a compositional manner.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.Must be 16 years or older to take this class.
- Supply List- Prismacolor (wax based) pencils set of 48 or 72- Small set of drawing pencils- Retractable plastic eraser (Staedtler)- Handheld doulble hole pencil sharpener (Prismacolor)- Toned paper pad 9×12 or larger such as Canson Mi-Teintes pastel pad.- Reference materials such as photos of what you would like to draw.You can see more of Margot’s work on her Instagram.
Exploring the Art of Collage Vince Serecin
XXX.X | Tue, 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Room A Begins April 8 | $236 | 6 weeksThis workshop is designed for participants to explore their creative side through the art of collage. Participants will learn how to create expressive collages using texture, shapes, colors, and patterns, with a focus on storytelling, personal expression, and artistic exploration. This course covers various tools, techniques, and sources available for making surreal, editorial, decorative, and traditional collage works.We will learn the fundamentals of collage as an art form using found and created imagery. We will explore composition, layering and mixed media techniques as well as connect collage with historical and contemporary art movements. Through guided projects and personal exploration, participants will gain confidence in their artistic abilities and develop meaningful works of art.This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.- Exploring with Watercolor Griselda Healy#137.4 | Tue, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Room B Begins April 8 | $354 | 10 weeksOpen for beginners and for those that already have an established watercolor art practice. Come with some ideas of how or what you like to paint. Different approaches will be discussed, and techniques demonstrated, glazing, color washes, dry brush, color mixing, and color relationships to name a few. Compositional options will also be explored. Students will discover different ways to use the watercolor medium through learned skills and experimentation.A $20 registration fee will be added to your total. Supply ListArt supplies can be found at your local Michaels Craft stores www.michaels.com or Blick Art Materials www.dickblick.comPAINT: a watercolor set of tubes, dry watercolor, or if preferred, gouache: including the following primaries: cadmium yellow, yellow ochre, cadmium red, and a variety of blues such as Cobalt, Cerulean, French ultra marine, and/or phthalo blue, green: viridian, and for brown: burnt sienna, raw sienna, alizarine, black, and white.Brushes: a variety of sizes, large and small rounds and a variety of flats-or your preference.Paper: two pads of watercolor paper, large and small. Canson, Arches and Strathmore are all good brands. Students should purchase more than one size pad.Other supplies: a watercolor palette for mixing colors, masking tape, pencils, erasers, and a flat sheet of cardboard to tape the watercolor paper on.
