- 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.
- 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.
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.
- Finding Yourself Through Color and LightLinda Butti126.0 | Thu, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Room FBegins September 25 | $272 | 8 weeksIn this class, you may use either oil paint or acrylic paint. You will learn composition, application of color principles in describing what YOU want to express in your painting. I like to concentrate on Impressionist approaches, but you may use traditional approaches as well and I will fully explain both. I like to add theory through some power points occasionally, where we will look at master paintings and their approaches and ideas. I concentrate on what YOU want to express and I will help you get there!This class meets once a week for 8 weeks.There is a $20 registration fee applied to the total.
- Floral and Portrait Painting Jae Yeun Park123.5 | Mon 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Room F Began September 22 | $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.
- 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.
- Painting Techniques/ Painting the Face Michele Guttenberg123.1 | Tue, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Room F Began September 23 | $281 | 8 WeeksIn this class the focus will be on portraiture. Explore the basic techniques of painting the face with acrylics and oils in a stress-free environment. Each student will receive individual attention, regardless of their skill level. From those who have never held a paintbrush to those who have been painting for years, there is always something new to learn. Please, bring pictures or ideas of what you might want to paint.This class runs consecutively for 8 weeks.See below for supply list! A $20 registration fee will be added to your total. SUPPLY LIST: Oil, or acrylic paints-For beginners- A starter set of either oil or acrylic paints is fine (8 or more colors)titanium white, ivory black, yellow ochre, burnt umber, raw umber, raw sienna, alizarin crimson, sap green, ultramarine blue, and cadmium red lightBrushes in different sizes (depending on which medium, watercolor, oil or acrylic)Stretched canvas or canvas board in any size or pads (for oil and acrylic)*Also, if possible, bring in references for your portrait.
The Art of Mixing Paint: Color for Artists Maria Alekseev
123.4 | Thu 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Room F Began October 2 | $221 | 5 Weeks
Learn to mix paints to create colors like a pro! Do you paint still life, landscapes, abstraction, or the figure? In this class, you’ll learn the methods to create color palettes that bring harmony and sophistication to your artwork. Bring your ideas, reference photos, or objects to paint from life. We’ll work with acrylic and watercolor paints, learning how to use color techniques to enhance your art. Perfect for beginners or experienced artists!See below for supply list!
There will be a $20 registration fee applied to your total.
- 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.
