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Adult Winter/Spring 2024

Adult Acrylic

$312

with Cain & Cyle Barnes

Calendar Next available session starts May 1, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Embark on a vibrant artistic adventure with our Adult Acrylic Class, where the world of acrylic painting comes to life. Whether you're a novice eager to dive into the realm of art or an experienced painter looking to master a new medium, this class offers a stimulating environment for all skill levels.

Under the expert guidance of our seasoned instructors, you'll explore the versatility of acrylics, learning techniques such as layering, impasto, glazing, and texture application. Unleash your creativity as you experiment with a wide array of colors and discover the power of this fast-drying medium, allowing you to build layers and bring your artistic visions to fruition in a shorter span.

From abstract expressions to realistic portrayals, the possibilities are limitless as you translate your ideas onto canvas. Join us for an unforgettable artistic experience where your passion for painting takes center stage!

$50 Supply Fee

Member discount: 10 percent. 

Adult Watercolor

$208

with Gina Kelley

Calendar Next available session starts May 8, 2024 at 12:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Working with watercolors is a great way to let your artistic side shine! This class will cover the basics of watercolor painting—the materials; the techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, dry on dry; the use of color theory; and working with a sketch to create a strong final piece.

Mastering the art of watercolors comes with practice. We develop these skills by creating free-flowing color studies, landscapes or botanicals, and one final primary piece of your choosing. Demonstrations and hands-on help will be provided throughout each class.

Note: $35 material fee due first day of class to the instructor

Member discount: 10%

 

Sculpted Expressions: Ceramic Busts

$225

with Brooke Hammond

Calendar Next available session starts May 10, 2024 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks

In this unique and hands-on experience, participants will explore the intricacies of sculpting personalized portrait busts using a diverse range of materials, including air dry clay, wire, tinfoil, and more.

Students will commence their artistic odyssey by constructing a sturdy base for their sculptures. This foundational step ensures stability and sets the stage for the subsequent creative process. As you progress, discover the art of incorporating various materials to enhance your sculpture's structural integrity, achieving a seamless and polished finish. 

The focal point of the class revolves around the creation of personalized portrait busts, allowing you to express your artistic vision through the tactile medium of clay. Students will take home one project at the end of the 4 week session. Whether you aspire to capture the essence of a loved one, a pet, an influential figure, or even your own visage, the possibilities are as diverse as the faces that inspire you.

Class Objectives:

  • Explore form, space, shape 
  • Explore emphasis, texture, unity, balance, and pattern.
  • Explore procedure and appropriate usage of materials.
  • Explore proportion and different types of perspectives
  • Explore pattern, texture, styles, and shape to their clay pieces
  • Explore composition using the art elements.
  • Learn the basics of sculpting through teaching and hands on work.
  • Learn how to produce decorative and functional clay pieces.
  • Learn how to add stability and shape into their clay sculptures.

Supply Fee $30

Member discount: 10 percent. 





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