Classes

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner, Intermediate An atelier is an art school focused on teaching classical drawing techniques. Atelier training has been highly sought after by prospective art students in recent years because it provides students with the skills they need to create realistic artworks. In this class, students will learn foundational drawing techniques that are […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner, Intermediate In this class, you will learn the fundamental principles of portrait painting from life using direct painting methods. We will concentrate on proper proportion, values, skin tones, and getting a likeness. The instructor will give step-by-step demonstrations and lots of individual instruction from how to begin the initial drawing through […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner Introduction to basic and safe methods of etching with a non-acid solution (ferric chloride) using copper plates. Printmaking experience is not necessary but having taken a drawing class or have some basic drawing ability is required. Those with etching experience can move their work to the next level as this also includes students at […]

Cottage CampusWednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner, Intermediate This 6 week class is designed for the beginning wood turner. Classes include demonstrations on technique, tool use and safety.  The first couple of sessions will focus on use of various tools and the techniques for using them. Tool control and safe practices are key to success. Students can […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Every week we will explore a different technique through classroom demonstration, which can then be personalized in your project. We will be working with […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Introduction to collage. Learn how to create 2D collage works using a variety of materials. Student produced papers will be included in the collages. These will include gel printing including botanicals, using alcohol inks, and combining acrylics with found objects and ephemera. This is a fun and relaxed class […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced Bring your passion for landscape painting to new heights in this guided, open studio, all media class.  Using your own reference materials, learn how to identify and convey the essence of your landscape subjects. Respond to your subjects by interpreting vs. copying. Develop more intuitive, spontaneous ways of seeing.  Paint […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced In this intermediate class you will explore several different approaches to perfecting your painting skills in portraiture and still life using pastel, charcoal or oils. You'll learn how to create beautifully accurate portraits from photographs. Students may also opt to paint from a still-life of various objects and learn how […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner Calling all beginners who are eager to express themselves in the world of pastels! This six-week class will provide a clear path on how to move forward with your journey into pastels. During this course, you will learn about the best choice of hard, medium and soft pastels and how to […]

Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Learn to edit your photos using Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop. Get the most out of your image using one of the best photo editing software on the planet. Lightroom/Photoshop is the go-to program to enhance your captured images to the fullest. Whether you use a cell phone/iPhone, DSLR or Mirrorless camera, […]