Art

Fall II: Art Classes

Oct. 28 – Dec. 14

Classes are listed by Day and Time. Some classes also requires a materials fee. Please refer to the class descriptions below for fee information. A $10 non-refundable late registration fee will be applied to all registrations after the designated deadline.

CLASS	TEACHER	LEVEL	AGE(S)	MEMBER TUITION	NON-MEMBER TUITION	SCHEDULE	REGISTRATION LINK**
Oriental Brush Painting	Linda Laird Cox	1-5	Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults	$67.50	$80	Monday 4-5pm	Register
Watercolor Pencils	Linda Laird Cox	1-5	Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults	$67.50	$80	Monday 5:15-6:15 pm	Register
Figure Drawing Made Easy	Darwin Leon	1-3	Adults	$90*	$105*	Monday 7:15-9:15 pm	Register
Painting with Oil and Pastels	Gainor Roberts	1-5	Adults	$90	$105	Tuesday 5:30-8pm	Register
Drawing By Observation Made Easy	Darwin Leon	1-5	Adults	$90	$105	Tuesday 7:15-9:15 pm	Register
Sampling the Media	Gainor Roberts	1-5	Adults	$90	$105	Wednesday 9:30am-11:30am	Register
Abstracts in Acrylic	Doré Anderson	2,3	Adults	$90	$105	Wednesday 2pm – 4pm	Register
Art Explorations	Dealey Dansby	1-3	Kids, Tweens, Teens	$67.50	$80	Wednesday 4:30pm – 6pm	Register
Watercolor on Small Canvas	Doré Anderson	1-3	Adults	$90	$105	Thursday 3-5pm	Register
Wood Carving	Jack Simpson	1-5	Teens, Adults	$90	$105	Friday 1-3pm	Register
Paint your way through History	Peter Stilton	1-5	Tweens, Teens, Adults	$90	$105	Friday 5-7pm	Register
Painting with Oil and Pastels	Gainor Roberts	1-5	Adults	$90	$105	Saturday 9:30am-12pm	Register
Multi Dimensional Art	Peter Stilton	2-5	Tweens, Teens, Adults	$90	$105	Saturday 12pm-3pm	Register

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Class Descriptions

Classes listed alphabetically by Class Title

Abstracts in Acrylics with Doré Anderson

Learn how to perceive forms that will become your good composition, then to paint those abstract shapes and forms with angle and foam brushes using acrylic paints on canvas.
Ages: 18 + • Levels: 2, 3
Supplies: Golden brand acrylic paints-colbalt, ultramarine, cad yellow, hansa yellow, cad red, white, black.
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $5 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Wed. 2pm – 4pm
$10 registration fee after Fri. Sept 6
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Wed. 2pm – 4pm
$10 registration fee after Fri. Oct 25

Art Explorations with Dealey Dansby

In this class we will explore many different ways to make art, from papermaking to bookbinding, from sculpture to drawing and everything in between. Each session has a theme: The Fall I theme will be “Paper, Paper, Paper;” Fall II will be “Ancient Art.”
Ages: 5 – 17 • Levels: 1, 2, 3
Tuition: Members $67.50 / Non-member $80
(This class requires a material fee of $10 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Wed. 4:30pm – 6pm
$10 registration fee after Fri. Sept 6
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Wed. 4:30pm – 6pm
$10 registration fee after Fri. Oct 25

Drawing by Observation Made Easy with Darwin Leon

Learn to draw anything with simple methods of observation. This class covers the essentials of drawing using simple subject matters found in nature from a still life, landscape, portrait or human figure. We cover basic drawing techniques such as line drawing and perspective, gesture drawing and how an object is affected by various sources of light.
Ages: 18 + • Levels: 1, 2, 3
Supplies: 24”x18” newsprint and sketch pad paper, drawing pencils, eraser, stump blender and soft charcoals.
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Tues. 7:15pm – 9:15pm
$10 registration fee after Thurs. Sept 5
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Tues. 7:15pm – 9:15pm
$10 registration fee after Thurs. Oct 24

Figure Drawing Made Easy with Darwin Leon

Complete anatomy for the artist in easy steps. This class is ideal for figurative artists and art students who are interested in taking the human figure to the next level. The class will delve into technical aspects of figure drawing, such as gesture drawing, proportion, line qualities, light and the figure in perspective and in motion. We cover the basic mechanics of the figure using the objective observation approach and complete training on muscle groups.
Ages: 18 + • Levels: Any
Supplies: 24”x18” newsprint and sketch pad paper, drawing pencils, eraser, stump blender and soft charcoals.
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(A model fee of $40 will be collected at the end of each class that will be divided by the number of students.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Mon. 7:15pm – 9:15pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Sept 4
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Mon. 7:15pm – 9:15pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Oct 23

Multi Dimensional Art: Experimental Paintings with Peter Stilton

Take your art to the next dimension by creating unique paintings combining materials such as watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, charcoal, glass, wood, cardboard, wood putty, stones and metal. Student may choose to use substrates of canvas, wood, Plexiglas, metal, or cardboard to support their artwork morph from 2-dimensional to 3-dimensional.
Ages: 10 + • Levels: 3, 4, 5
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $50 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Sat. 12pm – 3pm
$10 registration fee after Tues. Sept 10
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Sat. 12pm – 3pm
$10 registration fee after Tues. Oct 29

Oriental Brush Painting with Linda Cox

This is a relaxing and meditative art therapy class that will awaken the senses to a new passion for painting. Learn basic brushstrokes to create beautiful and meditative paintings. Oriental music will be played throughout the course to enhance tranquility. The painting techniques are easy to learn. Themes include traditional Oriental subjects. Classes are ongoing instruction throughout the year to develop your skill level with different subjects featured.
Ages: 5 + • Levels: Any
Supplies: Bamboo brush (medium size), Bottle of black Sumi-e ink, 9” x 12” pad of plain newsprint paper
Tuition: Members $67.50 / Non-member $80
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Mon. 4pm – 5pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Sept 4
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Mon. 4pm – 5pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Oct 23

Paint Your Way through History with Peter Stilton

Paint your way through history! Each week has a theme and explores a different era and style. In Fall I travel to the art of the Prehistoric era, with petroglyphs, inscriptions and ancient symbols; then delve into Greek and Roman realism and idealism, Byzantine and Medieval polychrome and gold leaf. In Fall II Paint Your Way Through History reveals the secrets of Renaissance perspective and optical realism then hops over to 19th and 20th century impressionism, expressionism and the abstract.
Ages: 10 + • Levels: 3, 4, 5
Supplies: charcoal sticks, chalk pastel, acrylic paint and ink, bamboo stylus, watercolor paper, canvases
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $30 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Fri. 5pm – 7pm
$10 registration fee after Mon. Sept 9
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Fri. 5pm – 7pm
$10 registration fee after Mon. Oct 28

Painting in Oil and Pastel with Gainor Roberts

Students may work at their own pace using pastels or oils. This is a class for everyone, skilled or novice. The method of applying paint and building a painting is based on the methods adopted by the French Impressionists. The first class is a lecture and demonstration about materials and methods as well as an introduction to the work of selected Impressionist painters. For more information go to www.classesbygainor.com This class is offered more than once per week. Please see schedule.
Ages: 18 + • Levels: Any
Supplies: Supplies will be discussed during the first class. Materials list will be handed out.
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19)
Tues. 5:30pm – 8 PM & Sat. 9:30am – 12pm
$10 registration fee after Tues. Sept 10
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14)
Tues. 5:30pm – 8pm & Sat. 9:30am – 12pm
$10 registration fee after Tues. Oct 29

Sampling the Media with Gainor Roberts

Try oils, acrylics, watercolors and pastels before you spend money to see if you like them. The first class is a smorgasbord of materials from which you can pick one or all the mediums to “play” with. The class is not intended to be a “technique” class, but the instructor will help you as much as possible with how to use each of these mediums. Try them all or stay with one. For more information go to www.classesbygainor.com

Ages: 18 + • Levels: 1
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $35 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19)
Wed. 9:30am – 11:30am
$10 registration fee after Fri. Sept 6

Watercolor on Small Canvas with Doré Anderson

Learn a new technique! Using specially prepared 12” x12” canvases, discover a soft-edge technique that allows watercolor to flow into beautiful compositions. Semi-abstract images and use of color are encouraged.
Ages: 18 + • Levels: 2, 3
Supplies: Holbein watercolors, palette with lid, paper towels, mist bottle, tape, angle brushes
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $9 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Thurs. 3pm – 5pm
$10 registration fee after Sat. Sept 7
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Thurs. 3pm – 5pm
$10 registration fee after Sat. Oct 26

Watercolor Pencils with Linda Cox

You can create incredible, unique art with watercolor pencils. Enjoy the creative fun of learning this easy painting technique. Discover the versatility and fun of this exciting medium. Watercolor pencils are ideal for capturing a range of subjects including landscapes, flowers, still life, people, pets, fantasy and more. All it takes is your imagination and a willingness to experiment. All skill levels are welcomed. You can take this ongoing class throughout the year to develop skills.

Ages: All ages • Levels: Any
Supplies: Watercolor pencils (8-12 colors), 9” x 12” pad of 90 pound watercolor paper
Tuition: Members $67.50 / Non-member $80
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Mon. 5:15pm – 6:15pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Sept 4
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Mon. 5:15pm – 6:15pm
$10 registration fee after Wed. Oct 23

Wood Carving with Jack Simpson

Learn the basics of whittling wood using knives, gouges and vee tools. We start with Safety, followed by pattern layout, types of wood, tool sharpening and stropping, wood finish. Three classes have 30 minutes of discussion, the others are hands on whittling.

Ages: 13 + • Levels: Any
Supplies: Full kit material fee is $140, which includes carve kit, use of instructor tools, hand-outs, wood, pattern, etc. If student has tools, material fee is $65.
Tuition: Members $90 / Non-member $105
(This class requires a material fee of $65 – $140 due to the teacher the first day of class.)
Fall I (Sept. 9 – Oct. 19) Fri. 1pm – 3pm
$10 registration fee after Mon. Sept 9
Fall II (Oct. 28 – Dec 14) Fri. 1pm – 3pm
$10 registration fee after Mon. Oct 28