Classes

NEW! Pastel Painting

Joyce Byrnes                  $290 / $270 seniors   

In this class, we will use an underpainting technique to create beautiful landscapes and seascapes with soft pastels. All levels are welcome. Each session will include a demonstration based on a photo as well as individual instruction. Students may follow along using the provided photo reference, or work on their own projects. A materials list will be sent upon registration.   

Registration for this class begins Wed. July 24 at 10:00am.

F20    8 sessions Wednesdays starting Sep. 25                          9:30am-12:30pm (no class 10/23)

Painting the Portrait in Oils

Lauren Rudolph         $380/senior $360

In this class, we will learn how to paint a portrait in oils from a reference photo.  Starting with the initial sketch we will learn how to break down the face into patterns and shapes in order to see areas of light and dark that create form. . . .

. . . . We will learn how to mix colors ahead of time to use for our flesh tones. The world of color is fascinating and there is so much to explore. We will discuss how to apply color and to see them for what they are and how to create a dynamic, life-like feeling. A list of all materials will be sent upon registration.  

Registration for this class begins Wed. July 24 at 10:00am.

F161   12 sessions starting Thu. Sep. 12          6:30-9:30pm

Cyanotype Workshop: Printing With the Sun

Poramit Thantapalit      $65

Learn how to use the cyanotype process to produce distinctive blue images by using sunlight. During this workshop, participants will learn how to mix and apply chemistry to paper and print unique cyanotypes using a sunlight exposure. This workshop is open to adults at all levels. 

Most materials will be provided, but participants should bring the following supplies: at least two watercolor or printmaking papers (size 8"x10" or smaller), pencil, tape, scissor/cutter and latex gloves. 

Registration for this class begins Wed. July 24 at 10:00am. 

A native of Thailand, Poramit Thantapalit has . . . over 15 years experience as a graphic designer, artist and photographer with global marketing organizations.  His installations and artworks have been exhibited at the Arcadia Earth Museum, National Academy Museum, the James Rose Center, IPCNY Print Fest at Robert Miller Gallery, the Jersey City Theater, and the Sodertalje Arts Gallery in Sweden.  His installation “Masked Arts” he created during the pandemic was featured in the New York Times Sunday edition in May 2021.  Poramit currently lives in New Jersey.

F17    1 session Sun. Oct. 27    1:00-4:00pm

NEW! Introduction to Metal Clay (16 and up)

Kelly Green Grady     $135, plus $65 material fee (payable in cash to the instructor the day of the workshop)

Metal Clay is an exciting medium that begins as a suspension of tiny particles of silver in an organic clay binder. This course enables students with little or no jewelry-making experience to begin producing fine silver jewelry on their own. Learn the skills necessary to form, fire, and finish PMC, producing earrings or a pendant.

F99 1 session Sunday,    October 27     10:00am-4:00pm (with a one-hour break)

Painting (beg./int.)

Margery Theroux $380/senior $360 (plus $15 model fee)

Learn the basics of toning the canvas, drawing a composition, mixing colors. Emphasis is on creativity and you are free to experiment and develop your own expressive style. Students may choose to paint with oil or acrylic on canvas. A materials list will be sent upon registration.

Registration for this class begins Wed. July 24 at 10:00am.

F282 12 sessions starting Tues. Sep. 10            6:30-9:30pm

NEW! Ceramics for Families (ages 5 & up)  

Wendy Morris        $240 per person      

Enjoy exploring handbuilding and sculpting with clay along with your child, grandchild, niece, nephew….  First-timers are welcome!  Ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult family member.

THIS CLASS IS FULL! No new registrations will be accepted at this time.

F15     8 sessions starting Thu. Sep. 19     4:30-6:00pm

Wheel Throwing for Beginners

Jim Shaughnessy    $515 / senior $495  (plus $50 clay/firing fee (per brick)

The class will encourage students to experiment and look at both historical and contemporary pottery for inspiration. 

THIS CLASS IS FULL        

F03 12 sessions starting Thurs. Sep. 12     6:30-9:30pm

NEW! Drawn to Drawing

Margery Theroux                  $360/senior $340

Understand materials, the importance of value charts, and drawing simple forms. You will learn how to create form with line and shadow, and investigate composition and space. Each class will include a demonstration and a look at drawings in history. A materials list will be sent upon registration.

THIS CLASS IS FULL! No new registrations will be accepted at this time!        

F01    12 sessions starting Mon. Sep. 09             1:00-4:00pm

Let’s Throw a Pot (ages 9-13)

Jim Shaughnessy             $240

A workshop focusing on the basics of wheel throwing. Various aspects of clay properties, glazing and design are explored. For beginning and intermediate students. Some handbuilding techniques are also introduced. Materials and firing fees included.

THIS CLASS IS FULL!

F45    8 sessions starting Sat. Sep. 21     11:45am–1:15pm