- Alternative Darkroom Processes Kevyn Fairchild413.9 | Tue, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Room D Begins April 22 | $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 22, 29 and May 6.
- 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 FBegan April 10 | $213 | 4 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 4 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 Began April 8 | $246 | 5 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 5 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 Began April 9 | $230 | 5 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 5 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
114.2 | Tue, 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Room A Began April 8 | $213 | 4 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 4 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 Began April 8 | $250 | 7 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.
- Floral and Portrait Painting Jae Yeun Park123.5 | Mon 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Room F Began April 7 | $270 | 7 weeksLearn how to capture the essence of painting flowers using color tones, shapes, and space. Sharpen drawing and painting skills and learn how to use warm and cool colors by studying portraits and florals. Students must have experience painting to take this class. Please see below for supply list!A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.
- Practice Makes Perfect! 10 weeks of studio time with a live model - details below.The classroom monitor will manage model poses and break sessions. Poses lengths will vary. Typically, the evening will begin with shorter poses and pose length will increase throughout the session.
- Learn to paint with oils or acrylic in a stress free environment. Studio based class, learn while painting. Please, bring pictures or ideas of what you might want to paint. Every level of painters are welcome, whether you are interested in oil and acrylic.
- Sewing for Beginners Nan Smith448.8 | Mon 6:00 pm-9:00 pm | Room B Began April 14 | $375 | 9 weeks Students learn sewing machine instructions and confidence to complete basic projects. The first class will focus on sewing machine basics, such as, operating your sewing machine, learning parts and functions, and familiarizing yourself with different stitches. Classes thereafter can vary with your own projects or set scheduled projects. Sewing machine must be brought to class.*It is essential that your sewing machine is in good working order for class. Please clean and oil it; or have it professionally serviced prior to the beginning of the series.*A $20 registration fee will apply to your total.
- Shoot, Process, & Print Eric Mayr416.7 | Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Room D and Gallery Began April 12 | $266 | 8 weeksIdeal for photographers who want to work with film. Shoot: outside on the grounds of Snug Harbor when weather permits or in the studio; Process: your film in preparation to Print: your negatives in the darkroom.A variety of sizes of negative carriers and lenses are available. This class can accommodate the students' darkroom needs; Eric will help you meet your goals throughout this darkroom experience. Students must have their own film camera, or film negatives that they want to process.This class meets weekly for 8 consecutive weeks. A $20 registration fee is added to the total.
- Stained Glass? Yes please! This 10 week course will teach you all you need to know. We teach the Tiffany foil method of stained glass making. Full details below.
- Still-Life Drawing Griselda Healy112.1 | Thu 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Room B Began April 10 | $272 | 8 weeksThe class will concentrate on observing and drawing different objects, creating the illusion of three-dimensional forms using paper and pencil. Value relationships, shape relationships, line quality and perspective will be demonstrated and discussed. These fundamental tools of design will strengthen your skills towards creating expansive space and strong three-dimensional forms in your compositions. For those students who are painters, this workshop will inform and strengthen your work. This is also an excellent class for young students working towards completing their portfolios. Beginners are welcome.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.A $20 Registration fee will be applied to your total.See below for supply list.
- Griselda Lessard Healy grew up in St. James, Long Island, New York. There she studied still-life and landscape painting with Paul Russotto before moving to Europe and later Canada, where she studied and worked primarily as a musician while never letting her painting work fall far from hand and mind. When Griselda returned to the USA in 1987, her focus moved primarily towards figure painting, sculpture, and drawing. She studied in NYC at the Art Students League with Harvey Dinnerstein and at the National Academy of Design with Mary Beth McKenzie.You can see more of Griselda's work on her Website.
- Supplies List
- 4x5 Camera
- Tripod
- Light Meter
- Changing bag
- 2 sheet film holders
- 10 sheets of black and white film
