Adults
There's a class here for you, no matter what your experience. Some of our students can't remember the last time they explored their "artistic side". Others are quite far along in their artistic ventures.
We go out of our way to make you feel comfortable in developing that part of you that wants to be creative. Classes are ten weeks and most start the week of October 4 unless otherwise noted.
Adult classes are for students aged 17+.
Drawing: Beginning to Advanced
for Adults
Monday evening, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Thursday evening, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
or Wednesday morning, 9:00 - 11:00 am
Starts October 4, 6 or 7.
Some are just beginning, while others can't wait to return for more advanced drawing or to move on to painting. This side-by-side class for beginners or more advanced students individualizes instruction to take your drawing to a higher level, whatever your ability.
Beginners start by learning to see all over again as they practice very directed, step-by-step procedures. The fundamentals are taught very clearly and accessibly: line, form, perspective, composition and positive-negative relationships will be put on paper in black-and-white and shades in-between.
Intermediates with some drawing background will be given greater latitude as they strengthen their skills, moving toward greater individual expression.
Advanced students add technique, making drawing a comprehensive tool of design that facilitates and enhances the ability to communicate ideas in all areas of artistic interest, including painting, design, architecture and sculpture.
If you really want to learn to draw - or draw better, this course may be your best bet!
Instructor: Don Simon
10 weeks (20 hours) Tuition: $165.
Materials not included.
Beginning Watercolor
for Adults
Tuesday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
or Thursday evening, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Starts October 5.
Students will join up with those in the Multi-Media classes listed below. (Either Tuesday daytime or Thursday evening.)
We will explore color mixing and blending techniques as we take beginners through the exciting and necessary process of gaining the confidence to start watercolors.
Some basic drawing experience is strongly recommended.
Instructor: Carolyn Simon
8 weeks (24 hours) Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
Multi-Media Painting & Monotype Printmaking
for Adults
Tuesday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Starts October 5.
This class offers instruction in a variety of media. Students explore the medium of their choice while observing others develop theirs. Side-by-side will be the opportunity to focus on the exciting one-of-a-kind printing technique, the monotype.
Pastels, a logical step between drawing and painting, brings drawing techniques into the manipulation of color.
Acrylics and Oils both have similar properties and techniques, with oils being more traditional and flexible, while the quicker drying, water-based acrylics are a possible advantage in the learning process.
Watercolor, with its transparent color blendings, and Gouache, a more opaque medium (sometimes called "opaque watercolor"), offer relative quickness together with interesting challenges.
Monotypes: Using the newly developed water-based paints by Createx™, we will develop various kinds of prints on a plexiglass plate. The monotype allows the student to explore printmaking while, at the same time, keeping the spontaneity of a painting and adding some of the textural effects of collage. This produces both surprising and exciting results when we pass the plate through our etching press. Some basic drawing experience is strongly recommended.
Instructor: Carolyn Simon
8 weeks (24 hours) Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
Beginning Oil Painting
for Adults
Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
or Wednesday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Starts October 5 or 6.
A unique way to get started with the fun of oil painting. Each week the lesson will involve a progression leading to the addition of a new color. You'll find it more fun and less intimidating learning brush technique and how to mix colors, developing a full palette of color as the semester progresses. A simple still life set-up will be the subject matter this semester. Some basic drawing experience is strongly recommended.
Instructor: Eileen Mayhew
8 weeks (24 hours) Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
Advanced/Intermediate Watercolor
for Adults
Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
or Friday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Starts October 5 or 8.
Those familiar with traditional and experimental watercolor techniques further develop their skills with challenging exercises.
With inspiration from forms in still-life, landscape, abstract design - we may even use the figure - we explore visual ideas as fully as one's ability allows. Composition, color, light, and brush techniques are only some of the areas we will investigate.
Instructor: Carolyn Simon
8 weeks (24 hours) Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
Creating A Portrait
"New This Season..."
for Adults
Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
or Thursday, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Starts October 6 or 7.
These portrait sessions focus on techniques in achieving an accurate likeness using color or black & white photographs that must be enlarged to at least 8 X 10". The emphasis will be on the head and shoulders.
We will draw in charcoal or graphite. (Students with portrait experience may work in pastel or oil.) Students are encouraged to choose a medium for the full eight weeks. Drawing skills will be developed with attention to shapes in light and shadow, proper placement of facial features, as well as facial expressions.
Techniques will be introduced according to drawing ability, and each student will receive individual attention.
Materials will be discussed at the first class. Bring whatever you have, or, if you don't have any, bring charcoal paper or sketch book and pencil or charcoal. Table easels will be provided if needed.
If you are planning to study art in college, consider this class as excellent preparation for your portfolio review; Figure and portrait samples are a must when applying for this type of education.
Instructor: Eileen Mayhew
8 weeks (24 hours)
Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
 Multi-Media in the Evening
for Adults
Thursday, 6:30 - 9:30 pm... Starts October 7.
Whether it be oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, gouache, or even print-making, this night course is just the thing for beginners, intermediates or the more advanced student. Pick the medium and let's go!
See full course description in "Multi-Media" above.
Instructor: Carolyn Simon
8 weeks (24 hours) Tuition: $180.
Materials not included.
Workshops
for Adults
Very special short-term instructional sessions.
See this season's Workshops listings...
Materials Not Included...
When a course listing says "Materials not included", that means we try to take advantage of any materials you may already have (please bring to first class) or can make yourself. The instructor will tell you what materials will be required and where you can buy them if needed.
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