Fine Art Classes
- Painting Techniques Michele Guttenberg123.1 | Sat, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Room F Begins July 11 | $281 | 8 Weeks 123.1 | Tue, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Room F Begins: July 7 | $281 | 8 WeeksExplore the basic techniques of painting with acrylics and oils in a stress-free environment. Each student will be given individual attention regardless of their skill level - from someone who has never held a paintbrush to someone who has been painting for years, there is always something new to learn. Please, bring pictures or ideas of what you might want to paint.See below for supply list! A $20 registration fee will be added to your total.
- Printmaking, What a Relief! Keri Sheheen153.7 | Wed, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Room A Begins July 8 | $281 | 8 weeks This 6 week hands-on course will explore relief printmaking techniques using linoleum blocks. Students will learn skills such as preparing materials, carving blocks, and printing methods, as well as working with multiple plates and reduction techniques. Open to printmakers of all skill levels.Class cost covers all in-house materials, such as solvents, cleaning solutions, and common printing inks.Class meets once a week for 6 weeks. A $20 Registration fee will be applied to total.Please see below for supplies list.
- Floral and Portrait Painting Jae Yeun Park123.5 | Monday: 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Room F Begins: July 6 | $281 | 8 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 some experience painting to take this class. Please see below for supply list!A $20 registration fee will be applied to the total.
- Color to Canvas: Oil Painting Basics *NEW* Lynnanne O'Connor Daly128.0 | Wed, 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Room F Begins: July 8th | $262 | 6 weeks Starting from the beginning, students will be shown the proper handling of oil paint, including set-up and clean-up best practices. This class 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; as well as 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.
Drawing Essentials Robyn Tang
117.6 | Mon, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Room B Begins July 6 | $272 | 8 weeks This class will help students unlock their artistic potential in this drawing course designed for adults of all skill levels! In this class, students will develop a strong foundation in essential drawing techniques, including shading, composition, form and perspective. Whether students are drawing for the first time or looking to sharpen their skills, they'll explore fundamental concepts that form the building blocks of great art.Through a variety of hands-on projects, students will practice drawing everything from still lifes to landscapes, honing their attention to detail and creative expression. This course not only builds technical proficiency but also encourages personal growth as an artist. By the end of the class, students will feel more confident in their abilities and inspired to take their drawing skills to the next level.This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your 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.
- Elements of Drawing James Cox113.5 | Tue 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Room A Begins July 7 | $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!
Collage: Process & Possibility Vince Serecin
114.2 | Tue, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Room A Begins July 7 | $236 | 6 weeksLet’s explore the art of collage together in a welcoming and supportive studio environment. This hands-on class is designed for beginners, returning creatives, and experienced artists alike — no prior art experience needed.Using vintage papers, photographs, books, found materials, and everyday objects, students will create flat collages, altered books, accordion books, and small sculptural or boxed works while exploring techniques in layering, composition, texture, and storytelling. Alongside collage, the class may include playful additions such as simple printmaking, handmade marks, transfers, and drawing with bamboo pens.Blending contemporary collage practices with historical inspiration, this course encourages experimentation, curiosity, and personal expression. Whether you are looking to begin a creative practice, reconnect with art-making, or expand an existing body of work, this class offers an open and encouraging place to explore.This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.A $20 Registration fee will be added on to your total.- Still-Life Drawing, Portrait, & Landscape Griselda Healy112.1 | Mon 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Room B Begins: July 6th | $213 | 4 weeksThe class will concentrate on still life, 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 demonstrating strong three-dimensional forms in your compositions. Portrait drawing and landscape drawing are also subject options. 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 10 weeks.A $20 Registration fee will be applied to your total.See below for supply list.
- Watercolor Illustration *NEW* Jae Yeun Park 470.4 | Monday: 4:00 - 6:00 PM | Room F Begins: July 6 | $261 | 8 WeeksStudents will enjoy the spontaneous nature of watercolor painting while exploring portraiture, floral studies, still life, or landscapes. Learn to love the fluidity of this medium! Students will learn the four basic watercolor painting techniques: wet on dry, wet on wet, dry on wet, and dry on dry. Each student will enjoy making beautiful illustrations of their own imagination with these four basic watercolor techniques. This class meets for 6 consecutive weeks *A $20 registration fee will apply to total.
Learning Color Theory Painting Simple Still Lifes *NEW* Annamarie Trombetta
122.2 | Tue 2:00 - 5:00 PM | Room F Begins: July 21 | $237 | 6 weeksThis course is designed for all levels, painters and students, who want to learn more about Color Theory through the practice of still life painting. Each major and minor color in the color wheel will be scientifically explained and discussed. The practice of color theory will be implemented by painting a simple still life painting. For example, students will begin with the color yellow by painting a lemon , concentrating and learning the properties of the colors in the yellow family, noting if it is transparent--semi transparent or opaque, if it has a high or low tinting strength, etc. Direct perception and painting while integrating the science of color will enhance the technique of painting realistically.See below for supplies list.This class meets once a week for 6 weeks.A $20 registration fee will be applied to your total.
