Art Classes for Members
and Non-Members

Thursday, January 25th 2024, 11:30-2:30   $39/$42/$46 

Spend a relaxing afternoon exploring the process of painting with alcohol ink.  In this class you will learn about the medium, the different brands of ink, the paper that works best with the medium, and how to create simple abstract and landscape paintings.  This will truly be a stress-free environment as we examine how the ink flows and how to manipulate it for the effect you desire. Beginner (all supplies included).

Thursday, February 8th, 10:00-2:00 $63/$68/$73   

If you’ve never tried scratchboard before – come give it a try.  You will learn how to scratch away paint to indicate lines, light, and value using different common techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, pointillism, contouring, and etching. Learn how to use the tools to get various effects. NO DRAWING SKILL REQUIRED! All Supplies will be included.

Monday and Tuesday, February 12th and 13th – 10:00 – 3:00  – $82/$92/$101

This class will focus on basic concepts in drawing.  We will learn about different drawing methods, including gesture and contour. We will learn about the importance of composition, proportion and observation in drawing.  We engage in drawing exercises and complete a still life drawing.  Beginner

Wednesday, February 14th, 2024, 11:30 – 2:30   $39/$43/$46

In this class you will expand your knowledge of working with alcohol inks and discover painting techniques to create a more advanced look to your work. You will learn to go beyond dropping or pouring the ink onto Yupo paper.  Prerequisite: Beginning Alcohol Ink (Paper Included)

Thursday and Friday, February 15th and 16th, 10:00 – 3:00  $82/$92/$101

How to control watercolor and use different papers will be demonstrated in this two day class.  Different sizes and types of brushes will be demonstrated and available to try. Techniques to control water, wet in wet, glazing and color blending will be demonstrated. Beginner to imtermediate level.  (1 hour lunch)

Monday and Tuesday, February 19th and 20th, 9:30-3:30 $96/$108/$120 

After the student has achieved a basic understanding of color and tools used for oil painting, then in The Next Step class, the student is ready to explore the techniques of underpainting, alla prima, and impasto. The Next Step class will involve developing a knowledge of basic composition using the elements and principles of design. You will learn methods for applying the paint using brushes and other tools to make marks. A continuation of the study of color, projection of depth, and the development of perspective is important. The student will be creating a series of exercises and at least one painting. Prerequisite: Introduction to Oils or a basic knowledge of oil paints. Students provide most supplies. Beginner/Intermediate (1 hour lunch break)

Thursday and Friday, February 22, 23, 10:00-4:00 $101/$113/$120

Give your creativity a jump start by painting with paper. This two-day workshop will introduce students to collage using tissue paper, found objects/materials, and photo transfers. There will be demonstrations and discussions about composing with texture and color, gluing methods, photo transfers, and dyeing papers. Students will have plenty of time to work; they will complete at least one small collage and get ideas for many future projects. NOTE: Anyone is welcome to take this workshop, both those who have had it before and new students. No special experience is required. (1 hour lunch break)

Saturday, February 24th, 12:30-3:00

Join Jude for a mentored Cold Wax Medium with Oil painting session.  This will not be a formal class, but we will discuss what you are working on and explore together what you may want to try.  Jude will answer your questions, chat with you about your painting and discuss anything new that she has learned.  While previous attendance in “Using Cold Wax Medium With Oil” would be helpful it is not a prerequisite (if you have previous experience with the medium).  Check out the supply list for suggested materials for this medium.  (If you need cold wax medium, contact Jude beforehand – price $5 in cash)

Monday, February 26th – 12:30-3:30 – $39/$42/$46

Tuesday and Wednesday, March 5th and 6th, 9:30-3:30, $106/$120/$132

Do you wonder… What is it? Do you say … “I can do that!” Join this class and learn the history of the abstract art movement and learn how to work with this approach to art. Manipulate the elements of line, shape, and color while composing with rhythm. contrast, variation and balance as you create a new work.  In this class we push away the rules to create new ideas and free our inner self’s imagination. Realism and representation are nowhere to be found.  All levels (1 hour lunch break)

Thursday, March 7th, 12:30-3:30, $39/$42/$46

Always wanted to try soft pastels but didn’t know where to start? This class will introduce you to the various brands and types of pastels and papers available and their specific qualities.  We will also discuss how to start a pastel painting, and more!  Students will complete some exercises and get to try out the different supplies.  Beginner (supplies included) 

Friday, March 8th, 10:30-3:30,  $48/54/59

By using mixed patterns, colors, solids and textures, students will explore color mixing through fibers.  Students will create a personal wall hanging using mixed fibers:  Fabric, yarn, cord, leather and twine.  Beads, feathers or other objects may also be incorporated.  Size of project approx. 12″ W X 18-20″ L.  30 minute lunch break.  Most materials will be supplied.  

Tuesday, March 12th, 11:30-2:30, 11:30-2:30 $39/$43/$46

This is the course many of you have been waiting for! You will be introduced to some new techniques and will learn how to improve some of the methods you have been using to paint with inks. We will explore the addition of other mediums (including Encaustic Wax) to your ink painting and truly broaden your ink horizons in this exciting and BOLD class! Advanced – Pre-requisite – Intermediate Alcohol Ink (paper included).

Wednesday and Thursday, March 13 and 14, 10:00-3:00 $82/$92/$101

In this class students will add to their drawing toolbox through an exploration of more drawing methods and mark making.  An emphasis will be placed on using the element of value, value contrast and shading techniques in your drawings to create the illusion of three dimensionality.  We will complete drawing exercises and a small drawing. (1 hour lunch

Tuesday and Wednesday. March 19th and 20th, 10:30-3:30, $87/$97/$106

Reduction block printing was developed by Pablo Picasso.  Previously when printmaking, a separate block was used for each color.  With reduction block printing, one block is used, printing from light colors to dark, and continually reducing the surface of the block to preserve the previous colors.  It’s similar to working in watercolors in layering color.  A very soft block will be used making the carving process very easy.  A block with a design will be provided to learn the process on. Then you will work on your own design – come with an idea!  (supplies included)

Thursday and Friday, March 21st and 22nd, 10:00-2:00, $87/$96/$106

Working with a very limited palette, you will learn to mix an amazing range of colors, learn how to set up your palette, and the basics of working with acrylics.  We will also have a short discussion about color theory.  Paint, brushes, gesso and palette paper will be provided.  Beginner 

Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26th & 27th, 10:00 – 12:00, $38/$43/$48

Come try an exciting new technique with watercolor?  Since rice paper is transparent, you put the design under the rice paper and draw it with an indelible felt tip pen. Then you will be drawing with wax on the rice paper, then painting over the wax, crinkling it for texture, then finally ironing it between newspapers to melt out the wax.  The effect is awesome and one that will truly enhance your painting!  All levels

Monday and Tuesday April 8th and 9th, 9:30-12:30,  $98/$105/$112

Each student will learn a basic understanding of how to use Dy-na-flow silk Dyes by Jacquard and a Sumi brush to paint two habotai silk scarves.  Students will have written instructions on how to set their silk and care for it when it needs to be washed.  A brief description of gutta and resists will be demonstrated a well as printing on silk with stamps and using Art Spectrum tissue paper to color the silk.  We will stretch a piece of silk on a frame and learn to apply a gutta resist before we paint.  Beginner.  All supplies included.

Wednesday, April 10th, 1:00 – 3:00 – $29/$32/$34

This will be a very basic class just to familiarize students with the medium. We will explore several different techniques and tools for creating beautiful art using hot wax. The wax can be used alone, over other mediums, or on various substrates. Space is limited – Supplies will be included. Beginner

Thursday and Friday, April 11th and 12th, 10:30-3:00 $91/$102/$113

Students will learn how to alter National Geographic magazine pages using Citra Solv.  One day one, students will practice using various techniques to create small art and different ways to embellish and create papers for future projects. On the second day, students will learn how to create a collage using their Citra Solv papers and the instructor will demonstrate the use of resin to enhance their work with brilliance and luminosity. All levels.  (30 minute lunch break)

Monday and Tuesday, April 15th and 16th, 10:00 – 3:30,$86/$97/$108

 We will be inspired by shapes in our photo references, then enhance them with color and light, using our paints and brushes to capture what the camera misses. Please join me for two days of COLOR in your painting.  Lots of color mixing, a big brush, and thought.  “A loose painting is not loosely done” (1 hour lunch break)

Wednesday & Thursday, April 17th & 18th – 10:00-3:00, $82/$92/$101

This class will explore the basic techniques of using colored pencil as a finished art medium.  We will cover which colored pencils are considered quality art mediums, concerns about lightfastness, and choosing the best types of paper.  We will learn the best practices in applying the medium and complete some small compositions using techniques to ultimately enliven your drawings.  Beginner.  (1 hour lunch) 

Mondays, April 22, April 29. May 6, May 13 – 10:00-12:00, $82/$91/$101

This class will include 9 big tips from the Oil Painters of America National Convention last March.  You will practice painting landscapes in morning and sunset.  These are tips that can make your landscapes or any other painting a knockout and separate you from the crowd.  Join us for four weeks of painting fun.

Wednesday and Thursday May 8th and 9th, 10:00- 2:00, $77/$87/$96

If you have a general understanding of acrylics and color mixing, come join me for the Next Step in Acrylics.  We’ll talk about how to transfer your photo image to the canvas and cropping your image for an appealing composition.  You will also learn about general perspective, value, shapes and refining those shapes.  Level: Intermediate

Tuesday and Wednesday May 21 and 22, 10:00-12:00, $38/$43/$48

Saturday, February 10th, 2:00-4:00, $28

We will explore shapes and values in this class, sketching with charcoal.

Saturday March 9th, 2:00-4:00, – $28

This class will explore color.  Learn about color by creating a color wheel using watercolors. Then we will create a simple still life in watercolor.

Saturday April 13th, 2:00-4:00, – $28

This class will explore Shapes, creating an abstract collage artwork.

Saturday May 4th , 2:00-4:00, – $28

Learn about a famous artist and create an artwork using acrylic paint on canvas, inspired by the artist’s work.