JULY WORKSHOPS

Acrylic Painting Basics
Instructor: Melissa Dunn

Tuesday and Thursday
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 9th and 11th | 2 Sessions
$125 - materials included | Beginner and up | Ages 15+

Using still life objects, students will learn how to build a painting from the ground up. We will start with finding a strong composition, then learn how to mix a simple color scheme to block in big shapes using lights and darks. Finally, we will practice layering detail using a variety of painting techniques. Art history is our guide, as we see how other artists apply these techniques to make interesting paintings.

Watercolor: Exploring Abstraction
Instructor: Nancy Cheairs

Saturday 
9:00 am - 2:00 pm 
July 13th | 1 Session 
$125 - materials included | Beginner and up | Ages 15+ 

Watercolor is full of surprises: A wash of color can suggest a form as it runs across the page in unpredictable and beautiful ways. The fluidity and spontaneity of the medium is perfect for exploring abstraction. In this class students will work with a variety of watercolor materials and focus on finding ways to abstract imagery using photographs and other sources. 

Collage: A Master Study
Instructor: Susan Maakestad

Saturday 
9:00 am - 2:00 pm 
July 27th | 1 Session 
$125 - materials included | Beginner and up | Ages 15+ 

In this class students will reinterpret a master painting by using cut papers. Students will gain insights into an artist’s design and color choices and develop skills in creative decision making.