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Drawing Horror

January 15, 2020

Do you like drawing monsters, demons, and all things creepy? Bring your scary ideas to life! We will look at some of the best artists of horror, studying the techniques used to make the most gripping and disturbing drawings. Then we’ll developed your own ideas into finished pieces.

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Dip Pen Modern Calligraphy

January 15, 2020

Explore the art of dip pen calligraphy. We’ll start by discussing the differences between traditional calligraphy, lettering, brush and dip pen techniques. You’ll learn about basic calligraphy tools. Then we’ll use a dip pen to practice basic strokes and letters. Finally, we’ll cover difficult connections and unique flourishes to develop your own style.

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Introduction to Pastel

January 15, 2020

Because pastels are so versatile, they’re the perfect medium for students looking to bridge drawing and painting. Learn how pastels are made, explore masters of the medium and learn how to use pastels with exercises in color, value, form and composition.

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Drawing + Painting the Figure

January 15, 2020

Develop skills that will allow you to convey accurate proportions of the human figure. Begin by drawing in graphite and charcoal, then move into oil painting, which is great for exploring volume and fluidity. We’ll discuss paint and color mixing, media and application techniques.

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Expanding Visions in Painting

January 15, 2020

Ever feel stuck while you’re painting? This class is designed to help push you past your comfort zone and be spontaneous! We’ll mix it up by combining painting from life and painting from your imagination. You’ll be given challenges that will sharpen your ability to improvise and help unleash your true, expressive voice. We’ll learn […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Pen + Ink Drawing (A)

January 15, 2020

Learn how to draw using black India ink, a dip pen and brush. We’ll cover techniques such as cross-hatching and stippling. You’ll learn the ins and outs of using a dip pen and brush, then we’ll go over drawing fundamentals such as value, perspective and line. We’ll also study the history of ink drawing by […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Introduction to Acrylic Painting (B)

January 15, 2020

Learn the fundamentals of working with acrylic paint, including essential color theory and brushwork techniques. We’ll look at historical references and contemporary examples. Students will come away with a deeper understanding of this medium and its expressive possibilities.

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Long Pose Open Figure Painting + Drawing

January 15, 2020

Enjoy uninstructed time for drawing and painting with a figure model. This time is great for figurative artists who want to develop larger or more complete work. All drawing and painting media are welcome. Students can expect the same setup and model each week, and will be free to work at their own pace.

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Silk Painting

January 15, 2020

Explore silk painting, a medium that lets you use fiber to capture the color and emotion of a painting.You’ll learn the basics of silk painting and leave with two wearable pieces of artwork.

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Cartooning (Ages 11–12)

January 15, 2020

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Brush Pen Modern Calligraphy (B)

January 15, 2020

Explore the art of calligraphy. We’ll start by discussing the differences between traditional calligraphy, lettering, brush lettering and dip pen techniques. You’ll learn about basic tools, from traditional ink-nib pens to modern brush pens, and we’ll use them to practice pen strokes and eventually create letters from these strokes. Finally, we’ll cover difficult connections and […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Encaustic Painting (F)

January 15, 2020

Explore encaustic painting in this one day workshop. This process combines pigment, beeswax and dammar resin to harden the paint and give it shine. Demonstrations will include melting and fusing, creating layered patterns with unique rubber stencils, embedding paper, and leaf imprints.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Oil Painting

January 15, 2020

Learn the in’s and out’s of oil painting including palette development and color mixing, as well as how to choose and use a variety of supports. We’ll cover composition development and design, constructing an underpainting, using value and mixing and manipulating medium. You’ll also learn how to use a palette knife and create a variety […]

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Encaustic Painting (E)

January 15, 2020

Explore encaustic painting in this one day workshop. This process combines pigment, beeswax and dammar resin to harden the paint and give it shine. Demonstrations will include melting and fusing, creating layered patterns with unique rubber stencils, embedding paper, and leaf imprints.

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Encaustic Painting (C)

January 15, 2020

Explore encaustic for the first time or expand your skills. The layering of encaustic paint produces luminous and textured surfaces. Learn to apply transparent layers, imprint botanical materials, use transfers and work with stencils and paper.

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Storytelling in Oil – NEW!

January 15, 2020

Explore different ways of storytelling through paint! This course will broadly address the connection between narrative and painting. The class will be utilizing story and memory as a framework to make paintings.Each week we will look at and discuss painters, both abstract and representational, historical and contemporary, and how their work connects to narrative. You […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2020

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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