0015 - All Levels
Drawing & Painting: The Urban Landscape
INSTRUCTOR: Kullaf
Saturday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Working from their own reference photos, students will learn how to create lively urban landscapes that accurately yet expressively convey the motion and rhythm of the city. Emphasis will be on dynamic composition, form and value, color harmony and implied detail. Demonstrations will be given in charcoal, pastel and acrylic. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 2/13/10 Member: $ 100.00 REGISTER |
0017 - All Levels
Studio Lighting for Aspiring Photographers
INSTRUCTOR: Thomas
Saturday(s)/Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| This workshop is for those who wish to learn the basics of studio lighting and apply it to real world settings. Taught by a working professional the class is fast paced and hands-on. Students will learn lighting set-ups for people and products. Bring your digital camera and a notebook to each class. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 2/20/10 - 2/21/10 Member: $ 250.00 + $25.00 Model Fee + $30.00 materials REGISTER |
0019 - All Levels
How to Paint Like the Impressionists - Landscape
INSTRUCTOR: Starger
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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| Learn how to paint with the palette and brush strokes of the Impressionists. Paint plum trees, starry nights, snowy streets and winter landscapes with step-by-step instruction. Explore how color is used to achieve atmosphere and amazing light. Be inspired by the paintings of Monet, Van Gogh, Pissaro and other great masters of Impressionism. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 2/21/10 Member: $ 85.00 REGISTER |
0025 - All Levels
Linoleum Block Printmaking
INSTRUCTOR: Maillard
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Linoleum block printing is a relatively easy, inexpensive and immediate printmaking medium. In this workshop, participants will carry a design through from beginning to end by cutting a block, proofing an image and editioning a print. Learn the basics of this bold and graphic printmaking medium. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 2/28/10 Member: $ 100.00 REGISTER |
0026 - All Levels
Encaustic for Beginners
INSTRUCTOR: Pressman
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Encaustic is a centuries old method of painting with molten beeswax or wax and pure pigment, resulting in luscious, vibrant colors. In this workshop we will explore various encaustic techniques including layering, fusing and incising. The Art Center provides most materials but request an additional materials list when registering. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Limited Space! Only 5 seats remaining. Class Held : 2/28/10 Member: $ 100.00 + $35.00 materials REGISTER |
0027 - All Levels
Color Theory
INSTRUCTOR: Gianchiglia
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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| This class will allow students to understand how color works by isolating warm and cool colors, understanding complimentary colors and mixing an exact color from a limited palette. All materials provided. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 2/28/10 Member: $ 75.00 + $10.00 materials REGISTER |
0029 - All Levels
Drawing & Painting: Fabric & Drapery Folds
INSTRUCTOR: Kullaf
Saturday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Working in charcoal, pastel or acrylic, students will learn how to accurately and expressively depict a variety of fabric types including satin, lace, cotton, fringe and patterned cloths. Gestural studies focusing on form and value will be done in charcoal to gain a feeling for the way each type of cloth hangs and flows, ensuring a sense of expression and spontaneity. Demonstrations of each type of cloth will be provided. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/6/10 Member: $ 100.00 REGISTER |
0031 - All Levels
Introduction to Photoshop CS4
INSTRUCTOR: Pamboukes
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| This workshop is designed for the student who already knows Photoshop CS2/CS3® and wants a quick start on the new features of Photoshop CS4®. This workshop will only cover the new aspects of Photoshop CS4® as they relate to previous versions. We will hit the Adjustment “Panels” running to cover all the new features. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/7/10 Member: $ 150.00 + $25.00 lab fee REGISTER |
0033 - All Levels
How to Paint Like the Impressionists - Portrait & Figure
INSTRUCTOR: Starger
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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| Learn how to paint with the palette and brush strokes of the Impressionists. Paint glowing portraits and figures in interior scenes and outdoor settings. Be inspired by the shimmery effects of pointillism paintings by Seurat, Renoir’s radiant figures, and Cassat’s intimate images. Learn how to capture the moment with these and other great masters of Impressionism. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/7/10 Member: $ 85.00 REGISTER |
0035 - All Levels
Creative Surfaces for the Digital Artist
INSTRUCTOR: Kuehn
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Create your own custom surfaces for digital printing using specialized inkjet receptive coatings called digital grounds. Just introduced, Golden Paints® has a line of new products for you. In this workshop you will learn how to coat, tint and texturize assorted papers as well as nonporous surfaces. These products allow you to explore a variety of materials from delicate rice papers to spun polyester and digital transfers. The class includes preparation of surfaces, creating digital transfers and a demonstration on how to properly handle and print using an inkjet printer. Discussion will also include compatibility of mixed media with these coatings. Drying times will vary; therefore, prepared materials will be taken home for printing. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/7/10 Member: $ 150.00 + $20.00 materials REGISTER |
0037 - All Levels
Encaustic: Beyond the Basics
INSTRUCTOR: Pressman
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| This intermediate workshop is for students who are already comfortable working with wax. Students are encouraged to bring works in progress and specific project ideas for discussion. Individual students will receive personal attention from the instructor, learn new techniques and go beyond the basics. This workshop will also include an informal critique and discussion. Please bring a few examples of your work. The Art Center provides most materials but request an additional materials list when registering. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/7/10 Member: $ 100.00 + $35.00 materials REGISTER |
0039 - All Levels
Intro to Precious Metal Clay
INSTRUCTOR: Harrison
Saturday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Precious Metal Clay is made of tiny fine silver particles mixed with a binder to form a clay like consistency. It can be manipulated and formed just like clay. It is then fired in a kiln, where the binder burns away, leaving a piece of hard, 99.9% fine silver. In this workshop, you will learn how to shape, texture and carve metal clay using simple tools. Demonstration and discussion for beginner level project. All materials provided. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/13/10 Member: $ 100.00 + $45.00 materials REGISTER |
0041 - All Levels
Animal Portraiture
INSTRUCTOR: Gianchiglia
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Students will be able to work in any medium they desire, as they receive individual attention. Demonstrations about the structure and anatomy of animals will be given, and textures such as fur and feathers will be addressed. The workshop will look at how to start a drawing loosely with gestures in charcoal and graphite, and explore nuances like the differences in drawing dog and cat noses by seeing the structure beneath the fur. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/14/10 Member: $ 100.00 REGISTER |
0043 - All Levels
Digital Greeting Cards
INSTRUCTOR: Lester
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Join us in the digital lab to create professional quality holiday greeting card designs. Over two days, we will learn the fundamentals of Photoshop CS4®, layout and design, printing, cutting and folding our finished festive masterpieces. And, finally away from the computers, the true value of glitter and glue! |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/14/10 - 3/21/10 Member: $ 250.00 + $25.00 lab fee REGISTER |
0045 - All Levels
Art Business & Marketing for Artists
INSTRUCTOR: Sissman
Sunday(s), 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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| This interactive workshop will help students develop a winning portfolio, professionally present themselves to the right galleries, secure shows, spread the word, create a buzz, and sell their artworks. Students will be shown how to research their market relative to both galleries and their own works of art, in addition to learning how to maximize income, get the most out of their websites and avoid pitfalls along the way. Bring your resume, biography and artist statement to the workshop. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/14/10 Member: $ 80.00 REGISTER |
0047 - All Levels
Drawing & Painting: Glass & Metal
INSTRUCTOR: Kullaf
Saturday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Students will begin by working monochromatically in charcoal and progress into working in color with acrylics or pastel. They will learn to depict glass, metal and other transparent/reflective surfaces in a manner that is realistic yet spontaneous and expressive. Demonstrations will be given on how to see and interpret form and value in a way that makes objects appear dimensional as well as transparent or reflective. Request a materials list. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/20/10 Member: $ 100.00 REGISTER |
0049 - All Levels
Photographing the Classic Nude
INSTRUCTOR: Denuto
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Learn how to photograph the feminine form (classic nude) with Fine Art photographer Ellen Denuto whose self-portraits and images of women have been published and exhibited worldwide. Through lecture and visual presentation, a brief history of classic art images of women will be presented. Working with a live model, learn how light, form and gesture define your subject and tell a story. Come and create timeless images of your own. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/21/10 Member: $ 150.00 + $25.00 Model Fee REGISTER |
0051 - All Levels
Experimenting with Pigment Sticks
INSTRUCTOR: Pressman
Sunday(s), 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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| Pigment sticks are oil paint combined with wax to hold together into a stick form. They can be used in a spontaneous way right on a surface without the need for brushes. Texture, drawing, layering, glazing and scraping are just some of the techniques that we will explore in this workshop. Mono-printing and some encaustic will be covered. The Art Center provides most materials but request an additional materials list when registering. |
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE A Class Held : 3/21/10 Member: $ 100.00 + $35.00 materials REGISTER |
