Explore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. We’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques and visual communication.
read moreCome 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 […]
read moreExplore 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 […]
read moreCome 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 […]
read moreExplore innovative and technical approaches to scientific illustration through pen and ink. Students will learn different types of line-making techniques and ink washes and will create their own scientific illustration with botanical and animal specimens.
read moreExpand your painting practice by studying water-based techniques of the past as well as modern methods. We’ll learn how ink, gouache and watercolor have been used over the centuries to create preparatory studies and finished paintings on paper. You’ll create small studies in each medium to better understand technique and use of water media for […]
read moreIs that an Elvis record in the trash? Discover the materials all around you that can be re-used to make art. We’ll go on neighborhood walks to start a collection of found-objects and transform them into works of art.
read moreThese open drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreCreate 3-D sculptural robots while exploring mixed media! Students will complete a variety of design thinking prompts in order to consider what their robot would do and what it would need to accomplish its task.
read moreThese open drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreCreate compelling landscapes in a series of paintings. Each week, we’ll focus on elements of the landscape including techniques for rendering sky, terrain, trees and water. We’ll also focus on palette development and color mixing. We’ll cover seasonal themes and architecture while learning to use light and color to create depth. You’ll practice layout and […]
read moreExplore landscape painting with watercolor while learning basic skills, materials and techniques. Watercolor can be both fun and frustrating, dynamic and meditative. We’ll cover the history, materials, and tricks for capturing light and colors as you paint and sketch using this versatile media. We’ll paint using work by the masters, still life scenes, reference photos […]
read moreLearn to create a well-composed cityscape or landscape, set it on canvas and create a wonderful painting in acrylic.
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreCome 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 […]
read moreCombine ink and charcoal to create drawings with depth and texture. Learn how to introduce value and texture using wax, ink washes and the grey tones of oil pastels. Experiment with how various paper surfaces receive these different media, and you’ll learn to manipulate them in your own drawings.
read moreExplore 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.
read moreThese open drawing sessions are open to anyone interested in drawing from a live figure model. A studio monitor guides the model and overall experience, but drawing instruction is not provided.
read moreStudy experimental comics of the past and present. We’ll explore different artistic mediums and methods of storytelling to make our own comics.
read moreWant a new approach to drawing and painting? Explore mark making with ink, pen and brush. We’ll examine both the classical and contemporary use of ink wash, pen, ink and more. Exercises will be focused on gesture, contour, observation and texture.
read moreCome 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 […]
read moreExplore a variety of media in this sampler-style class. Possibilities include clay, paint, papier-mâché, fabric, wire and more to create a collection of 2-D and 3-D work.
read moreEnjoy 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.
read moreLearn techniques of colored pencil drawing including: blending and layering of colors, burnishing through dense saturate of color and composition of color schemes. We’ll also explore other techniques using underpainting and solvents. Expect demonstrations all of these processes as well as time to practice them. You’ll complete a colored pencil drawing of your own subject.
read moreCome 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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