Fine Arts

Pathways Into Abstraction

John Rosis    $190/seniors $180

This class incorporates drawing, painting, gel plate printmaking and collage to engage participants of all levels in a practical and hands-on approach to abstraction. Sessions include demonstrations of techniques, basic theories of abstraction, group discussions, examples of artists’ work and individual instruction. Participants can work on paper, canvas, wood panels and other surfaces. This class is best suited to using water-based paints, such as acrylic paint and drawing media such as markers and oil and wax crayons. The materials list will be sent upon registration and reviewed in the first class for those needing guidance.

You can see examples of John’s artwork on his website at http://www.johnrosis-studio.com

Registration for this class begins Thur. November 19 at 10:00am.

M05 6 sessions starting TBA 7:00-9:30pm

Painting (beg./int.)
Margery Theroux                             $380/ senior $360 

Explore the process of painting still life and landscape paintings! Learn the basics of toning the canvas, drawing a composition, mixing colors, and various ways of applying paint. Demonstrations, individual critiques, and examples of famous artists’ works will be shown. This class is suitable for all levels. A materials list will be sent upon registration.

Registration for this class begins Thur. November 19 at 10:00am.

M282 12 sessions starting Tues. Jan. 12     6:30-9:30pm

Painting the Portrait in Oils

Registration for this class begins Thursday, November 19 at 10:00am. 

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.  

M161   12 sessions starting Thu. Jan. 14      6:30-9:30pm 

Advanced Painting Studio

Eleanor Miller    $380/senior $360 

This studio course is for advanced students committed to developing a consistent body of work who will produce work independently. This workshop is for intermediate to advanced students who are seeking ways to improve their skills while creating well-realized paintings that continue to evolve. The instructor will provide one-on-one critiques on a regular basis.  Students are encouraged to experiment with a wide variety of media and applications.  The goal of this studio course is to help the artist to discover and clearly define the possibilities present in their paintings.  A materials list will be sent upon registration. 

Registration for this class begins Thur. November 19 at 10am.

M33 12 sessions  starting Mon. Jan. 11         6:30pm-9:30pm