- Supplies ListSomething to draw with: highlighters, pencils, crayons, ball point pens, kid coloring pencils, etc. Glue: off brand glue sticks work great Magazines: anything with images you don’t mind tearing up (calendar/newspaper/ads/cards) Watercolor paint: Crayola works great & any kid set will work Watercolor paper: you can use card-stock, cardboard, index cards, anything heavier weight than printer paper. Paintbrush: kid ones work - & most watercolor sets come with a brush Rag: old t-shirt or any cloth Water cup: recycled food container/cupLearn more about Adrienne:Adrienne Mikulka Is an Artist, Grief Doula and Educator. She holds a BFA from Binghamton University in Drawing, Printmaking and Photography, and an MFA in Photography, Video and Related Media from the School of Visual Arts. She spends most of her time working with teenagers in a NYC public school, while also being a Wife/Mom. In 2018, she began training as an End-Of-Life Doula which has led to a Grief Companion/Doula Certification from Colorado State University through the Center for Loss and Life Transition, mentoring under Alan Wolfelt. She currently hosts Art.Heals.Grief Gatherings 4 times a year as day long retreats exploring art or movement modalities. What matters most to Adrienne is that you have access to healing from loss and live a life with which you are madly in love.
- Ceramic Handbuilding and Small Sculpture Henry Glener482.2 | Thu, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Room E Began October 2 | $344 | 9 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 9 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 to Canvas: Oil Painting Basics *NEW* Lynnanne Daly128.0 | Wed, 6:00 - 8:30 PM | Room F Began September 24 | $236 | 6 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 6 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.Must be 16 years or older to take this class.
- Supply List-Drawing pad no smaller than 11 x 14 inches-Pencils (suggested: hard and soft: #2, HB, B2, B4, and B6)-Erasers-Ruler
- Learn how to draw portraits with Linda Butti. Draw from live models for the last two weeks!Supplies needed are:-Drawing pads- from 12” x14” to larger if you like-Pencils-Erasers-Charcoal pencil-Shade stickInstructor will supply some pastel paper, watercolor paper, brushes and sepia watercolor to use in 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.
- Elements of Drawing James Cox113.5 | Thu, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Room A Began September 25 | $261 | 8 WeeksThis class will focus on the fundamental elements of drawing. Experienced artists and complete beginners are highly encouraged to join! The goal of this class is to strengthen the students ability to not only draw better, but also fully understand the concepts behind what makes a successful drawing. Perspective, shading, composition, proportion, are crucial tools to a successful draftsperson. Together we will demystify the secrets of the old masters and their drawing techniques.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be added to your total. Please see below for supply list requirements!
The Art of Collage Vince Serecin
114.2 | Tue, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Room A Begins September 23 | $236 | 6 weeksThis class is a creative journey where participants will explore their artistic side through the exciting and versatile medium of collage. We’ll dive into the rich history of the art form, from 10th-century Japan's calligraphic assemblages to revolutionary movements like Dada and look at how modern artists continue to push the boundaries with divergent materials. In this class, you'll not only learn to create expressive collages using texture, shapes, colors, and patterns, but also discover how collage can be a powerful tool for storytelling and personal expression. We’ll cover essential tools and techniques, including how to mix media and work with found and created imagery. Through a blend of guided projects and personal exploration, we’ll focus on composition, layering, and crafting unique works that reflect both your voice and artistic vision. But we won’t stop there. You’ll also learn how to craft materials that elevate your collages, from creating simple accordion booklets to house your creations, to using home-made bamboo pens for expressive ink drawings that add depth to your work.This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.- Exploring with Watercolor Griselda Healy137.4 | Tue, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Room B Began September 23 | $272 | 8 weeksOpen for beginners and for those who already have an established watercolor art practice. I prefer students to set up still life objects and paint from life. However, students may come with preconceived ideas of how or what they would like to paint using a photograph as reference. 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.
