Learn the basics of watercolor painting with emphasis on letting the water and materials work for you. Other topics covered include mixing colors on and off the paper, how to paint a wash/glaze, wet on wet technique, dry brush technique, and the use of various materials and tools to make unique paintings. Along with the basics, some experimental techniques will be explored.
Create realistic or expressive paintings of meaningful placesโlandscapes, homes, and interiorsโusing water-based media like watercolor and gouache. Develop your skills in composition, color mixing, and capturing atmosphere using water-based media like watercolors and gouache (opaque watercolors). Note: There is no class Sept. 25.
Dive into the bold and expressive world of pen and ink! Learn the basics of creating marks and tone using pens and ink washes. We will then interpret a photo using a pen and ink style.
Learn the basics of watercolor painting! Let the water and materials work for you as you practice color mixing, washing and glazing, wet on wet technique, dry brush technique, and experimental paint applications in this multiweek class.
Drawing is the ultimate way to understand the world we live in, and believe it or not, anyone can learn to do it! Learn to take the stress out of drawing; explore the qualities of charcoal, pencil, and sharpie; and watch your skill level and confidence grow the more you scribble, draw, and study.
Make a splash into the world of color sticks and art crayons, as you explore more ways to be creative with this simple tool than you even thought imaginable. Together in this teens-only class, weโll create a light hearted mixed media illustration using tools like conte, water soluble crayons, wax pastels, and more to create a small illustration all your own.
Unleash your creativity in this beginner-friendly collage class! Explore the art of combining images, textures, and colors to create unique, layered compositions. Youโll learn techniques for cutting, arranging, and adhering materials while expressing your personal style. Perfect for anyone looking to tap into their creative sideโno experience needed! All materials are provided, but feel free to bring along magazines, found materials, and photographs.
This workshop will teach the basics of drawing the human figure from a live model. Through several guided drawing exercises, instructor Lee Shannon will introduce methods for drawing a human quickly and accurately.
Note: This class will involve working with a live nude model. Ages 18+ only. Class will run from 6-8pm Monday, Oct. 6.
Explore techniques, color mixing, and composition while creating your own masterpiece with this engaging introduction to acrylic painting. This is a hands-on class perfect for beginners where you’ll be guided through the basics of working with acrylics, enabling you to express your creativity confidently.
Learn the fundamentals of hand-drawn animation as we explore the twelve principles and essential exercises that will set you up to create strong animation and cartoons.
Learn to capture dynamic light, shadow, and color using water-based media such as watercolor and gouache (opaque watercolor) to create visually compelling paintings.