Painting
Winter and Spring Sessions:
Winter: January 9 to March 4, 2023 (8 weeks)
Spring: March 6 to April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)
Late Spring: May 1 to May 27, 2023 (4 weeks)
Mondays
Acrylics
Days & Times:
Level:
Beginner to IntermediateLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
This class is a fun introduction to painting with acrylics. Jim will demonstrate this in a step-by-step approach, painting different subject types in each class. We’ll be having fun selecting our own personal color palette, working on drawing and composition, and creating a dynamic image of our own design. We’ll be exploring a variety of techniques unique to acrylic application to paper or canvas.
Exploring Watercolor
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Level:
Beginner to IntermediateLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio AInstructor:
Exploring the pleasures and challenges of watercolor. Learn a variety of techniques, including wet-on-wet and dry brush, as you learn to paint primarily from still-life setups and photos. Demonstrations of techniques and discussion of the principles of color mixing and composition are an essential part of this course.
Drawing and Painting Birds
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Level:
Beginner to IntermediateLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
Nature Artist, Randall Scott leads you through an intriguing journey of the many facets of bird art. We will be exploring species, habitats, seasonal and growth plumages, anatomy, and behaviors. Growing in subject knowledge, as well as enhancing individual artistic skills in drawing, and painting. We will begin with still photos, eventually sketching from video in preparation for field sketching. Painting will consist both of field and studio watercolor techniques.
Winter; Members Only $416
RegisterTuesdays
Mornings with Manon
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Level:
Intermediate – AdvancedLocation:
OffsiteInstructor:
Learn how to capture the landscape en plein air while infusing your painting with luminous light. Manon will share her secrets to tackle a scene through simple shapes, correct values, mixing of accurate color, and impressionistic paint application. Demos and short lectures combined with plenty of fun painting time with Manon’s help will accelerate and fine-tune your painting skills. Oil preferred, acrylics acceptable. Working knowledge of your medium and basic drawing skills beneficial.
Winter; Members Only $352 (January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14, and February 21)
RegisterLet’s Paint Squares!
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Level:
This class is appropriate for oil and acrylic painters who have a basic knowledge of their medium and basic drawing skills.Location:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
You will be painting exciting smaller paintings in a fun square format of cheery still-life set-ups from photographs Manon will provide. This class will include demos and short lectures and will facilitate you going at your own pace, exploring exciting color schemes and compositions through the simple but enticing subject matter. We will also address how to set up your own still life so you can continue your still-life painting practice at home, long after this class ends.
Members Only; $208 (April 4, April 11, April 18, and April 25)
RegisterWednesdays
Fun with Oils
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All Levels WelcomeLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
Learn the exciting medium of oil paint. Explore basic design and color mixing techniques to gain confidence, and develop your skills to produce beautiful paintings.
Abstract Watercolor Exploration
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Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio CInstructor:
Experience the calming effects and therapeutic benefits of watercolor painting while experimenting with the abstract, unpredictable and playful nature of watercolor. Investigate the process with unique methods and materials. Learn pouring, flowing, dripping, and texturizing techniques across varied papers. Explore controlled mark-making on top of washes with various inks, pencils, and other materials that will lead to layered, transparent compositions telling a unique story. Brief demonstrations and discussions will alternate between periods of quiet individual work. Discover ways to develop a personal narrative through relaxed expression, gestural brushwork with spontaneous form, and color as you work from memory or inspirational references. Each student will be met at their level and individually supported in their learning. This class is suitable for all levels, no previous experience necessary.
Thursdays
Drawing and Painting “Alla Prima”
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Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
Develop and enhance skills in both drawing and painting. Participants are encouraged to work with a limited color palette on canvas or heavy paper with the aim of starting and completing a new work during each class session. The students will work with the instructor in creating preparatory drawings and develop them into complete paintings. Learn drawing skills and apply techniques to transition drawings into harmonious color landscapes, still life, or portrait paintings. Learning will be maximized through instructor demos as well as individual attention for each student.
Creating with Pastels
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Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
In this class, students will have the chance to explore the many facets of working with pastels. Becky will introduce concepts using demonstrations and examples from modern and historic works of art. The course lessons are designed to help build art skills while learning new pastel techniques. There will be art critiques, and individual instruction. Whether you’re new to pastels or an experienced pastel artist, this class is sure to challenge and excite you. Becky’s been painting in pastels for years and has a lot to share.
Winter ; Members Only $416
RegisterFridays
Acrylics (Intermediate-Advanced)
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Level:
Intermediate-AdvancedLocation:
OnlineInstructor:
We’ll be exploring a variety of subject matter in photos (landscape, floral, still life, maybe even abstract) and acrylic techniques. Jim will assist in your painting development when time allows. Each session has a unique approach, using acrylics in transparent to opaque, wet-in-wet and dry brush washes, and developing our own personal palettes.
Abstract Painting
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Level:
All Levels WelcomeLocation:
373 Tequesta Drive - Studio BInstructor:
This class is a fun introduction to abstract painting. Jim will demonstrate this in a step-by-step approach. You will select your own personal color palette, working on drawing and composition, and creating a dynamic image of your own design. You will explore a variety of techniques unique to abstract painting on paper or canvas.