All levels welcome! This is a building class that works together and everyone is welcome. We learn about the underlying substructure of a painting and how to balance and unify your work. We clarify color theory, and better understand different types of brushwork and how to use them. Classical and modern principles are examined as […]
All levels welcome! Metal clay is finely ground metal mixed with a food grade binder. It is easy to texture, mold, and sculpt. Extend your metal clay skills and learn to make hollow forms. We will use silver and bronze clay to make hollow beads for necklaces and bracelets, a box pendant reminiscent of Japanese […]
Intermediate, Advanced, Professional This course is dedicated to intermediates to professionals. Work on your own projects or follow along as I introduce a new project each week. Projects will include functional pieces like serving ware, bowls, plates, platters, pitchers, vases, and lidded boxes. Do you want to make ceramic animals? No problem! Learn to dart […]
All levels welcome! How do artists put together a narrative painting today? I will guide you, step-by-step, through the process of composing a story, understating your message and effectively communicating it to the viewer. Learn to reference images, photos and your imagination; find your style and vision. See you in class! Details Date & Time: Instructor
Thursdays, 6 Week Class All levels welcome! This 6-week creative writing and storytelling class encourages students to develop their narrative voice, craft compelling characters and complete an original short story or storytelling piece. Through a blend of structural lessons, imaginative prompts and peer sharing, students will walk away with a draft they are proud of […]
All levels welcome! Half a Roasted Chicken with Citrus and Herbs de Provence Haricots Verts Duchess Potatoes Adult students (21 and over) are welcome to bring a bottle of wine or beverage of choice to enjoy with their meal. Please wear comfortable shoes and tie back long hair. *Please note: Substitutions to menu cannot be […]
Fridays, 6 Week ClassAdvanced, Professional Only Exploration of traditional, safe methods of etching with anon-acid solution (ferric chloride) using copper plates. This Friday session is for students with considerable etching experience who may expand on more advanced techniques or try mezzotints (Please contact instructor in advance to order plates.) The studio is equipped with both a large 36” and smaller […]
Fridays, 6 Week Class All levels welcome! Learn basic wheel throwing techniques while experimenting with underglazes, glazes and non-traditional materials added to clay. Individual expression is encouraged. Students will learn and be responsible for set up, operation and the clean up of their wheels. For new and continuing students. Ages 11-16. Details Date & Time: […]
Fridays, 6 Week Class All levels welcome! Families can now explore the ishy gishy, squishy clay together! Join Mr. Steve as he guides you through the pinch, coil and slab methods of handbuilding clay. Also, try your hand at throwing on the wheel. This class serves as a fun, basic, artful overview of the ever-popular […]
All levels welcome! This one-day workshop will explore all the wonderful creative techniques that watercolor offers. Demonstrations, individual attention, and classroom discussions that will help you create loose, impressionistic and expressive watercolors. We will learn how to plan for success by using the elements of design, color theory, and making painting plans. Enjoy the liquidity […]
Saturdays, 6 Week Class All levels welcome! Explore the exciting world of Virtual Reality! In this class students will draw their favorite animal, dinosaur, flower, or character, then paint it with traditional 2D materials. After painting, students will then construct an abstract 3D wire model using wire and self-hardening clay. Finally, students will use headsets, […]
Saturdays, Feb 28th, March 7th, 14th All levels welcome! Calling All Middle School & Early High School students! Come out and join DFAC's Teen Art Club! Sign up with a friend and meet some new ones. In this club we encourage socializing in a positive, artsy, open studio type environment. The instructor will offer suggestions, […]