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Adult Classes and Workshops

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Online classes: are offered via Zoom. For more information click here.

Registration: registration is available by clicking the REGISTER buttons listed under each class description or by calling 267-691-0725.
If you have a credit from a previous class, please contact Amanda Monroe at amonroe@woodmereartmuseum.org to receive your discount code before registering online.

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If you have any questions, please reach out to Woodmere Art Museum's Education Department by emailing amonroe@woodmereartmuseum.org.

Fall 2024 Class Registration is now open! More upcoming classes and workshops will be added to the schedule soon. 

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W1 | Intro to Eastern Woodland Porcupine Quills on Birchbark (In-Studio)

Price:
$49/student plus $10 student materials fee
Day:
Saturdays - Meets 1 time
Date Range:
October 5 - October 5, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Medium:
Embroidery
Level:
All levels

Offered in partnership with Mount Airy Learning Tree

Learn how to create a design with porcupine quills on birchbark. Native Americans used porcupine quills for decorative design before Colonial contact brought them beads. The pointed, barbed end of the quill makes a natural needle to thread through holes in the bark. Patterns achieved in the placement of the quills give the decorated bark an elegant look of embroidery. In the Eastern Woodlands where the paper birch tree (Betula papyrifera) grows, many traditional items were made from this flexible bark.

Clan Mother Teri Hislop is a tribal member of the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania and Keeper of Traditional Craft. She tells stories through her illustrative beadwork and other traditional crafts. She is also an instructor of the Lenape language.

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$10 supply fee

W2 | Create Traditional African Batik & Adire Textiles (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Muyiwa Togun
Price:
$125 ($95 members) plus $30 materials fee payable to the instructor
Day:
Saturdays - Meets 1 time
Date Range:
October 12 - October 12, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Medium:
Textiles
Level:
All levels

Offered in partnership with Mount Airy Learning Tree

Take a creative journey into the world of batik and Adire (tie & dye) textile-making and discover the influence of the vibrant world of African textiles and their deep cultural significance. Drawing inspiration from his Yoruba roots and Nigerian heritage, Muyiwa, an expert in the field, will guide you through the process of using wax and dye to create intricate patterns and motifs. You will start by applying hot wax to 100% cotton fabrics to create patterns, then immerse them in vibrant dyes. Finally, we'll carefully remove the wax, revealing beautiful, colorful designs. You may infuse your designs with your unique voice, or use African patterns to create beautiful cotton fabric or a cotton shirt. By the end of the class, you'll have crafted textiles that reflect the beauty and essence of African traditions.

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 $30 materials fee payable to the instructor

W3 | The Colors of Fall: Introduction to Landscape Painting (Outdoors)

Instructor:
Marta Sanchez
Price:
$60 ($50 members)
Day:
Saturdays - Meets 1 time
Date Range:
October 19 - October 19, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Enjoy time outside during the peak season of fall's colors by painting the landscape. Learn how to compose a scene and capture the colors, light, forms, and textures of nature during this special time of the year. Be inspired by the gardens, trees, and plants across Woodmere's grounds. Students will receive individual guidance and attention.  

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W4 | Felted Beads and Bangles (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Marcie Ziskind
Price:
$59 + $5 materials fee (OPTIONAL additional $25 materials fee for students in need of roving)
Day:
Saturdays - Meets 1 time
Date Range:
October 26 - October 26, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Medium:
Fiber arts
Level:
All levels

Offered in partnership with Mount Airy Learning Tree

In this class, students will learn the basics of making felt from wool fibers and create a beautiful and unique piece of wearable art! You will learn how to make felted cords that become bracelets and felted beads that can be used on the bracelets or separately. Art is therapy, and felting is contagious! You will have fun, get funky with fibers, and work with your hands to create something new.

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two bath towels,

 a small bucket for water,

a small container of dish soap,

a small bamboo sushi mat.

Roving (fiber) 3 oz Merino fiber can be found on Livingfelt.com or FeltriteFibers on Etsy, or can be purchased directly from the teacher for $25 per person which you will indicate upon registration. Please DO NOT use any fibers that are not specific about the breed of wool (ie, Merino). Generally, fibers purchased from hobby stores are not good for wet felting. There is a $5 materials fee that will be automatically added upon registration for all participants, for bubble wrap and resist material.

 

 

 

1A | Studio Oil Painting (In-Studio)

Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Sundays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
September 8 - October 20, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
(no class September 29)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class is designed to help students execute a painting of their own subject matter and focus on composition, perspective, color mixing, and painting techniques. Students can use photographs as source materials to organize and create a painting and devote the entire session to one piece or multiple pieces. Individual instruction is given during each session.

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Oil Colors

Yellow: cadmium yellow pale or indian yellow

Blue: cerulean blue, ultramarine

Red: cadmium red light, alizarin crimson

Green: sap green, viridian

Earth: raw umber, burnt sienna, yellow ochre or transparent yellow oxide

White: titanium

Brushes: flat brushes in a variety of sizes; include a few soft, synthetic or sable, a few rounds and at least one 2" or larger soft, flat brush for glazing. Make sure these are not watercolor brushes.

Palette knife - flexible, cranked shaft at least 3in long.

Palette, wood or paper (toned gray paper is preferable)

Linseed oil

Turpenoid or odorless paint thinner - NOT TURPENOID NATURAL!

Containers for linseed oil and turpenoid

Stretched canvas/gessoed panel

Paper towels/painting rags

If using photos for source material, Students must provide their own photos.

 

 

 

1B | Studio Oil Painting (In-Studio)

Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Sundays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 3 - December 15, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
(No class December 1)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class is designed to help students execute a painting of their own subject matter and focus on composition, perspective, color mixing, and painting techniques. Students can use photographs as source materials to organize and create a painting and devote the entire session to one piece or multiple pieces. Individual instruction is given during each session.

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Oil Colors

Yellow: cadmium yellow pale or indian yellow

Blue: cerulean blue, ultramarine

Red: cadmium red light, alizarin crimson

Green: sap green, viridian

Earth: raw umber, burnt sienna, yellow ochre or transparent yellow oxide

White: titanium

Brushes: flat brushes in a variety of sizes; include a few soft, synthetic or sable, a few rounds and at least one 2" or larger soft, flat brush for glazing. Make sure these are not watercolor brushes.

Palette knife - flexible, cranked shaft at least 3in long.

Palette, wood or paper (toned gray paper is preferable)

Linseed oil

Turpenoid or odorless paint thinner - NOT TURPENOID NATURAL!

Containers for linseed oil and turpenoid

Stretched canvas/gessoed panel

Paper towels/painting rags

If using photos for source material, Students must provide their own photos.

 

 

 

2A | Drawing and Painting I and II (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Linda Freedman
Price:
$270 ($240 members)
Day:
Mondays - Meets 7 times
Date Range:
September 9 - October 21, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Enjoy painting, drawing or a combination of both. Beginners will be taught how to “see” and not just look. Questions such as “where do I start?” will be answered. Learn what makes an interesting composition, how to shade and give your pictures character and depth. Beginning painters will learn color theory and mixing, how to handle paint and develop composition and basic techniques. More advanced students will continue to hone their skills through a combination of painting from real life as well as the classic method of artistic learning, copying from other artworks and photographs. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given to each student. Progress at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere.

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If you are drawing,

12” x 16” drawing pad (approximate Size)  NOT  Newsprint

4 pencils:  2B,  4B,  6B,  HB

Kneaded eraser

For Painting:

Disposable palette pad

Canvas pad (approximately 12 x 15”), OR two small canvases: Make sure the canvas pad says " REAL " canvas

Paper Towels (Bounty is good)

1 Can (for water or turpenoid)

1 Can turpenoid only. NOT Turpentine.

Brushes – sizes 4, 6, 8 to begin

Oil Paint Colors:  White, Black, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Yellow, French Ultramarine Blue, Raw Umber, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Burnt Sienna.

 

 

 

2B | Drawing and Painting I and II (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Linda Freedman
Price:
$270 ($240 members)
Day:
Mondays - Meets 7 times
Date Range:
November 4 - December 16, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Enjoy painting, drawing or a combination of both. Beginners will be taught how to “see” and not just look. Questions such as “where do I start?” will be answered. Learn what makes an interesting composition, how to shade and give your pictures character and depth. Beginning painters will learn color theory and mixing, how to handle paint and develop composition and basic techniques. More advanced students will continue to hone their skills through a combination of painting from real life as well as the classic method of artistic learning, copying from other artworks and photographs. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given to each student. Progress at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere.

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If you are drawing,

12” x 16” drawing pad (approximate Size)  NOT  Newsprint

4 pencils:  2B,  4B,  6B,  HB

Kneaded eraser

For Painting:

Disposable palette pad

Canvas pad (approximately 12 x 15”), OR two small canvases: Make sure the canvas pad says " REAL " canvas

Paper Towels (Bounty is good)

1 Can (for water or turpenoid)

1 Can turpenoid only. NOT Turpentine.

Brushes – sizes 4, 6, 8 to begin

Oil Paint Colors:  White, Black, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Yellow, French Ultramarine Blue, Raw Umber, Yellow Ochre, Alizarin Crimson, Burnt Sienna.

 

 

 

3A | Introduction to Oil Painting and Beyond (In-Studio)

Price:
$270 ($240 members)
Day:
Mondays - Meets 7 times
Date Range:
September 9 - October 21, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class is for students who want to learn the basics of oil painting and for those who are already familiar with the medium and want to improve their skill level. The topics covered will be composing a picture, observing color relationships, mixing color, and application of paint. There will be lots of hands-on help in a relaxed and nurturing environment.

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Oil Colors

Yellow: cadmium yellow pale or indian yellow

Blue: cerulean blue, ultramarine

Red: cadmium red light, alizarin crimson

Green: sap green, viridian

Earth: raw umber, burnt sienna, yellow ochre or transparent yellow oxide

White: titanium

Brushes: flat brushes in a variety of sizes; include a few soft, synthetic or sable, a few rounds and at least one 2" or larger soft, flat brush for glazing. Make sure these are not watercolor brushes.

Palette knife - flexible, cranked shaft at least 3in long.

Palette, wood or paper (toned gray paper is preferable)

Linseed oil

Turpenoid or odorless paint thinner - NOT TURPENOID NATURAL!

Containers for linseed oil and turpenoid

Stretched canvas/gessoed panel

Paper towels/painting rags

If using photos for source material, Students must provide their own photos.

 

 

 

3B | Introduction to Oil Painting and Beyond (In-Studio)

Price:
$270 ($240 members)
Day:
Mondays - Meets 7 times
Date Range:
November 4 - December 16, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class is for students who want to learn the basics of oil painting and for those who are already familiar with the medium and want to improve their skill level. The topics covered will be composing a picture, observing color relationships, mixing color, and application of paint. There will be lots of hands-on help in a relaxed and nurturing environment.

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Oil Colors

Yellow: cadmium yellow pale or indian yellow

Blue: cerulean blue, ultramarine

Red: cadmium red light, alizarin crimson

Green: sap green, viridian

Earth: raw umber, burnt sienna, yellow ochre or transparent yellow oxide

White: titanium

Brushes: flat brushes in a variety of sizes; include a few soft, synthetic or sable, a few rounds and at least one 2" or larger soft, flat brush for glazing. Make sure these are not watercolor brushes.

Palette knife - flexible, cranked shaft at least 3in long.

Palette, wood or paper (toned gray paper is preferable)

Linseed oil

Turpenoid or odorless paint thinner - NOT TURPENOID NATURAL!

Containers for linseed oil and turpenoid

Stretched canvas/gessoed panel

Paper towels/painting rags

If using photos for source material, Students must provide their own photos.

 

 

 

4A | Exploring Abstraction (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Val Rossman
Price:
$175 ($145 members)
Day:
Tuesdays - Meets 4 times
Date Range:
October 1 - October 22, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class offers a combination of instruction and open studio practice allowing students to explore, take chances, develop critical thinking, and cultivate their artistic voices. Participants investigate basic color theory, learn how to create strong compositions, and develop technical skills. The choice of medium is up to each individual. Supportive individual and group critiques, specific assignments, and demonstrations will encourage students to pursue their personal styles and growth. 

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Pastels:

Assorted soft pastels - instructor prefers schmeinke and sennelier, however, it is up to the student to choose.  Rembrandt are moderately priced and are good for beginners

Paper – instructor prefers Arches 140lb. cold pressed 

Old toothbrush

Acrylics and Oils

Painting surface – student’s choice –canvas, board, metal, paper

Paints

Palette – paper, glass, plexi, paper plate, etc.

Brushes, palette knife, and any other implements of student’s choice

Painting Mediums – for acrylics, instructor prefers Acrylic Glazing Liquid by Golden; for oils, instructor prefers Windsor Newton Painting Medium; any others can be added depending on desired effect

 

 

 

4B | Exploring Abstraction (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Val Rossman
Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Tuesdays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 5 - December 17, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
(No class November 26)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class offers a combination of instruction and open studio practice allowing students to explore, take chances, develop critical thinking, and cultivate their artistic voices. Participants investigate basic color theory, learn how to create strong compositions, and develop technical skills. The choice of medium is up to each individual. Supportive individual and group critiques, specific assignments, and demonstrations will encourage students to pursue their personal styles and growth. 

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Pastels:

Assorted soft pastels - instructor prefers schmeinke and sennelier, however, it is up to the student to choose.  Rembrandt are moderately priced and are good for beginners

Paper – instructor prefers Arches 140lb. cold pressed 

Old toothbrush

Acrylics and Oils

Painting surface – student’s choice –canvas, board, metal, paper

Paints

Palette – paper, glass, plexi, paper plate, etc.

Brushes, palette knife, and any other implements of student’s choice

Painting Mediums – for acrylics, instructor prefers Acrylic Glazing Liquid by Golden; for oils, instructor prefers Windsor Newton Painting Medium; any others can be added depending on desired effect

 

 

 

5B | Magic in Watercolor (Online, via Zoom)

Instructor:
Diane Hark
Price:
$200 ($170 members)
Day:
Tuesdays - Meets 7 times
Date Range:
November 5 - December 17, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
Beginners and up

This online watercolor class will enrich those looking for renewed inspiration and insights into new ways of thinking. Step-by-step demonstrations and easy-to-learn methods will appeal to beginners as well as more advanced artists. Sharpen your observation skills, color and value awareness, and design principles while gaining confidence with the medium and magic of watercolor.

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140 lb. watercolor block or single sheets of Fabriano paper, any size; other preferences, hot, cold, soft press

2 brushes: one large ROUND POINT #10 and #6. Can be sable synthetic or  any other watercolor brush

Large jar or plastic container for water with lid.

Roll of paper towels

Tube paints of student grade (Cotman) or professional grade.

Start with primary colors:

                             Cobalt blue

                             Alizarin Crimson

                             Aurelian (yellow)

Add later:

                             Burnt Sienna

                             Permanent Sap Green

                             Violet

Palette with lid for paints and mixing colors

Erasers, pencils, and notebook

Table easel to prop paper on an angle

Spray bottle for water spritzing (optional)

 

 

 

6A | Botanical Watercolor (In-Studio)

Price:
$175 ($145 members)
Day:
Wednesdays - Meets 4 times
Date Range:
October 2 - October 23, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Learn how to capture the variety of shapes, colors, and forms of plants and flowers with the free flow of watercolor. Students will sharpen their observational skills, create interesting compositions, and develop ways of mixing and layering colors to encourage self-expression. Demonstrations will be given with plenty of individual attention.

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Drawing paper to begin: 9” x 12” drawing pad (approximate Size) is good

Watercolor paper for a longer painting, either 8x10 or 11x14 in size

Pencils for drawing: 2B, 4B, 6B, HB

Erasers: white erasers

Watercolor pencils and a watercolor set 

Fine watercolor brushes (it is great to have a few very fine and medium brushes) 

 

 

 

6B | Botanical Watercolor (In-Studio)

Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Wednesdays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 6 - December 18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
(No class November 27)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Learn how to capture the variety of shapes, colors, and forms of plants and flowers with the free flow of watercolor. Students will sharpen their observational skills, create interesting compositions, and develop ways of mixing and layering colors to encourage self-expression. Demonstrations will be given with plenty of individual attention.

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Drawing paper to begin: 9” x 12” drawing pad (approximate Size) is good

Watercolor paper for a longer painting, either 8x10 or 11x14 in size

Pencils for drawing: 2B, 4B, 6B, HB

Erasers: white erasers

Watercolor pencils and a watercolor set 

Fine watercolor brushes (it is great to have a few very fine and medium brushes) 

 

 

 

7 | Look Both Ways: The Interconnection Between Representation and Abstraction, Focusing on New Ways to Use & Combine Mediums (Online, via Zoom)

Price:
$205 ($175 members)
Day:
Wednesdays - Meets 5 times
Date Range:
November 6 - December 11, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(No class November 27)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Explore subject matter in a new way! Whether you are drawn to realism or abstraction, this class will demonstrate the interconnection between both. A special focus on alternative ways to achieve your artistic goals including collage, printmaking, new ways to use traditional materials such as watercolor, pastel and acrylic. We will explore ways to experiment with the expressive qualities of line, form, color and texture. Students can work in the medium of their choice but will be encouraged to explore combining mediums. (acrylic, watercolor, pastel, fabric, ink). This course includes group and individual critiques, PowerPoint presentations/discussions and studio time. Demonstrations will be based on students’ interests.

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Please have ideas for the paintings you want to make. E.g.

  • Sketch book
  • Photographs
  • Still life setups in your studio

Supplies:

All students may want a notebook to record ideas/thoughts from demonstrations and discussions.

Experienced students can utilize the medium and materials you typically use.

Beginning students may want to work in watercolor or drawing materials:

For Watercolor may want

  • Brushes.  Some student grade round (size 2, 4, and/or 6) and flat (one stroke, size 1/4, 1/2 or 3/4”) watercolor brushes are a good way to start. Usually synthetic. Winsor & Newton Cotman brushes are one brand that works well.  Filberts and other brushes/sizes can be added as needed.
  • Paper. Canson Watercolor Pads Cold Press work well. 11X15 or 7X10” and 9X12” wire bound.
  • Paint.
    • Tube paint Winsor & Newton Cotman student grade are economical. Cotman has a set of 6 tubes of varying colors or tubes can be purchased individually. Artist grade paints are more expensive but have more pigment and intensity. Winsor & Newton, Sennelier, Schmincke Horadam are  good brands.
    • Pan paint. Crayola Educational watercolor pans work suprising well and are very economical. Winsor & Newton, Sennelier are both good brands. Cotman is the student grade brand of Winsor & Newton.
    •  Palette or freezer paper to layout paint.

- Plastic or tin containers for water.  Old butter, yogurt, or tuna fish cans work well.

  • Board to mount paper. Foam core board or hardboard panels work well. Good sizes include 11X14” or 14X18” depending on your paper.
  • Pencil and kneaded eraser.
  • Paper towel
  • Artist tape to adhere paper to your board.

-Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Artists' Crayons (make sure they are the water-soluble not wax crayons) These are fun but not necessary.

For Drawing, students may want:

  • Pencils  (various hardnesses HB, 2B,4B,6B)
  • Colored pencils can be fun. Watercolor pencils add a new dimension.
  • Pens. Micron is one type that makes an interesting line.
  • Kneaded eraser.
  • Paper. Any paper with a weight greater than 90 lb works.  (watercolor, drawing ) 140 lb is a good weight if you plan on using water based medium.
  • Board to mount paper. Foam core board works well.
  • Artist tape to adhere paper to your board.
  • Sketchbooks are a nice alternative and don’t require a board or tape to mount paper.

-Caran d'Ache Neocolor II Artists' Crayons (make sure they are the water-soluble not wax crayons) These are fun but not necessary.

Supplies can be purchased from:

www.dickblick.com

www.jerryartarama.com

 

 

8A | Portrait Painting and Drawing (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Paul DuSold
Price:
$235 ($205 members) + $55 model fee
Day:
Thursdays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
September 12 - October 24, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
(No class October 3)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class will guide students in a process of learning how to achieve a likeness in a portrait drawing and painting. Students will spend time every week on basic exercises to develop fundamental skills and learn how likeness is created through head structure and the relationship of features. Understanding of light and shadow will be emphasized as well as achieving illusions of different textures such as hair, skin and fabrics. The instructor will provide demonstrations in both drawing and painting. Students will also receive individual instruction to help develop their drawings or paintings in class.

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Pencils, #’s HB, 2B, 4B and 8B

Vine Charcoal, Soft

Kneaded Eraser

Drawing Pad, 12” x 16”  or 14” x 18”  or equivalent size

Oil Paints

Ivory Black

Indian Red

Yellow Ochre

Cadmium Red Light

Burnt Sienna

Ultramarine Blue

Flake White

Medium:

Windsor and Newton’s Liquin

Mineral Spirits (for washing brushes)

Brushes:

Bristle brushes round or filbert:  sizes 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

A few small sables or artificial sables

Palette:

Wooden or strip (paper) palette

Canvases:

2 or 3 canvases (board or stretched)

sizes 11 x 14”,  16 x 20”,  or 18 x 24”

Misc.

2 palette cups

paper towels or cotton rags 

 

 

 

 

8B | Portrait Painting and Drawing (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Paul DuSold
Price:
$235 ($205 members) + $55 model fee
Day:
Thursdays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 7 - December 19, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
(No class November 28)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class will guide students in a process of learning how to achieve a likeness in a portrait drawing and painting. Students will spend time every week on basic exercises to develop fundamental skills and learn how likeness is created through head structure and the relationship of features. Understanding of light and shadow will be emphasized as well as achieving illusions of different textures such as hair, skin and fabrics. The instructor will provide demonstrations in both drawing and painting. Students will also receive individual instruction to help develop their drawings or paintings in class.

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Pencils, #’s HB, 2B, 4B and 8B

Vine Charcoal, Soft

Kneaded Eraser

Drawing Pad, 12” x 16”  or 14” x 18”  or equivalent size

Oil Paints

Ivory Black

Indian Red

Yellow Ochre

Cadmium Red Light

Burnt Sienna

Ultramarine Blue

Flake White

Medium:

Windsor and Newton’s Liquin

Mineral Spirits (for washing brushes)

Brushes:

Bristle brushes round or filbert:  sizes 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

A few small sables or artificial sables

Palette:

Wooden or strip (paper) palette

Canvases:

2 or 3 canvases (board or stretched)

sizes 11 x 14”,  16 x 20”,  or 18 x 24”

Misc.

2 palette cups

paper towels or cotton rags 

 

 

 

 

9B | Spontaneous Abstraction (Online, via Zoom)

Instructor:
Kassem Amoudi
Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Thursdays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 7 - December 19, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(No class November 28)
Medium:
Painting and Drawing
Level:
All levels

Have you ever felt unsure how to start a painting, or discouraged by a blank white canvas? This class focuses on techniques that enable you to paint with confidence by tapping into your intuitive process and finding inspiration more easily. Discover how unplanned marks and passages of paint become artistic breakthroughs; communicate movement and emotion through mixing color, creating texture, and building journeys through line and space. Demonstrations will allow you to explore new possibilities, work instinctively and enhance your knowledge of the process of painting. One-on-one critique every session.

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  • Acrylic colors preferred but oil is ok if it is what you use.
  • Colors:  black, white, red, blue, yellow and any other colors you have. 
  • Acrylic Gel medium for fixing charcoal.
  • Gloss and or Mat medium for acrylic (Turpenoid for oil).
  • Brushes – various sizes, round and flat, up to 1 ½-inch depending on canvas size.
  • Charcoal, pencils and any other drawing materials you have, including acrylic markers.
  • Rags for cleaning and applying colors.
  • 3 to 5 canvases, stretched or unstretched, larger is better. You may start 20 to 30 inches or bigger. Paper is ok too.
  • Palette & palette knives.
  • Jars or plastic containers for mixing and saving paints.
  • A lot of enthusiasm!

 

 

 

11B | Introduction to Drawing (In-Studio)

Instructor:
Marta Sanchez
Price:
$235 ($205 members)
Day:
Fridays - Meets 6 times
Date Range:
November 8 - December 20, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(No class November 29)
Medium:
Drawing
Level:
All levels

This class is designed to introduce the essential elements of drawing by working from landscape images and still life setups. Students will experiment with a variety of charcoals and pencils and explore form and space through tone, scale, and color relationships to create unified drawing compositions.

Students will be inspired by the natural landscape, drawings in the Museum’s galleries, in-class demonstrations, and YouTube videos.

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