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Adventures in Drawing: Exploring Basic Drawing Tools and Techniques
with Sharon Squibb
Grades 9 - ADULT
This class explores basic drawing techniques using a wide variety of interesting drawing media. Students will learn how to use graphite pencils, colored pencils, oil pastels, chalk pastels, charcoal, scratch art, and pen & ink to make drawings. The instructor will provide step-by-step instructions with demonstrations of each new technique and drawing tool/media. Students will learn how to use line, shading, color, texture, and much more to create artworks of numerous, easy-to-draw subjects. Materials are provided.
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Mondays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7.
Glass Fusion - Sun Catcher Workshop
with Karen Hitchcock
Grade 9 - Adult
Put some sunshine in your window! Everything you will need is included in this two-hour glass fusion workshop. Each student will make an 8" x 8" suncatcher using their own creative design! All materials are included and fired projects will be available two weeks after class.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, February 4.
Watercolor with Mixed Media - Intermediate Level - ONLINE CLASS
with Sharon Squibb
Grades 9 - Adult
This is a class for students who would like to explore watercolor painting from home. Students will also learn how to use additional mixed media such as color inks, watercolor pencils, and other media and techniques incorporated with watercolor. The class is open to all students who wish to experience water painting techniques. Zoom instruction includes step-by-step projects designed to guide you through the painting process from start to finish. The course will offer a variety of special techniques and approaches to making paintings of different subjects. Students will work on paintings along with the instructor as she demonstrates the steps. You will also receive emails with detailed information and examples so that you may practice further or complete a piece at home. Each session will also be recorded. Students will receive a supply list after they register.
The cost is $128 plus supplies.
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, ONLINE, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.
Creative Constructions
with Sydney Jackson
Ages: 8 - 12
Grades 3-6
Creative Constructions is designed for students who have taken Art Adventures or have the basic art skills needed to create more complex activities and projects. This class will allow young creatives to construct original pieces of art and to learn more about painting, drawing, mixed media, narrative art, and printmaking. Creative Constructions students will be introduced to a variety of art materials and learn new artistic techniques while reinforcing the basic elements of art. For example, students will work with scratchboards, learn perspective drawing, try their hand at watercolor and acrylic painting, and learn about master artists. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10.
Mixed Media Collage
with Taylor Norris
Grade 9- Adult
Explore the possibilities that arise when making art from non-traditional materials and learn to masterfully blend different mediums together to form a unified artwork. We will consider how collage and assemblage art is "built" like a sculpture on a 2D surface, and a sense of play and experimentation will be encouraged.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturdays, February 8, 15, 22, March 1.
Eight Easy Earrings
with Carla Crader
9th Grade - Adult
Learn about sterling silver and other metals for making quality jewelry while also learning to use the tools common to process. Gain knowledge of the various prefabricated components for earrings, then discover how to make them yourself. Finally, combine with natural stones and other materials to create eight pairs of beautiful earrings!
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesdays, February 19, 26, March 5, 12.
Young Potters
with Sydney Jackson
Ages: 11 - 14
Grades 6-8
This is a pottery class for older elementary and middle school age children. In this course, students will create fun, decorative, and functional projects and can explore different techniques for working with clay including the pottery wheel.
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Saturdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5.
Glass Fusion - Cat Dish
with Karen Hitchcock
Grade 9 - Adult
Your cat deserves a dish of its own!! Everything you will need is included in this two-hour glass fusion workshop. Each student will make a one-of-a- kind dish for their beloved fur baby! All materials are included and fired projects will be available two weeks after class.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, March 4.