Classes And Workshops

his workshop explores the basics of relief printmaking with linocuts.  We will be working with small-format linocuts that can be used as stamps with or without a print press.  Print techniques like this are ideal for projects such as holiday cards or ex libris (“from the library of _”) stamps for a personal library.  Students will have the opportunity to make multiple stamps.  Instruction will include going over the process of drafting out designs, transferring them to linocuts, issues of simplification/legibility.  This is a good workshop for students who are new to printmaking, though some prior experience with drawing is useful.

October 30 to November 20, 2024 - 6:30 to 8:30 P.M.

Do you like drawing, painting, or printmaking? Are you looking to create art in a relaxed and supportive environment while expanding your knowledge of art? This studio will mix lectures about important topics like studio safety, archival storage and presentation, and artwork documentation with guided studio time. Students will be encouraged to try out new art media and develop their own artwork.

This workshop focuses on how to take photos with your IPhone, from manipulating lighting to discussing angles and form. By the end, you should feel comfortable taking incredible photos with your IPhone.

October 23 to November 20, 2024 - 4:30 to 6:00 P.M.

There are thousands of different art media and learning how to make art in new ways is a lot of fun. This 5-week class will provide students with the materials to explore drawing, painting, and printmaking and allow students to pursue their own interests in art.

October 22 to December 3, 2024 - 4:30 to 6:30 P.M.

In this advanced course, students will build on the skills developed in Drawing I. They will continue with quick sketches and contour drawings from still life and live figures while exploring new approaches such as landscape drawings, drawing from memory, and the use of color. The goal is to broaden their artistic techniques and enhance their creative expression.

This monoprint workshop introduces participants to the exciting process of monoprinting using acrylic paint and glass surfaces. Inspired by the atmospheric works of Mark Rothko, students will explore creating prints in both black and white and color. The workshop emphasizes the creative journey and experimentation in printmaking.

Monday, September 23 to November 4, 2024 from 6:30 – 8:30pm - No class on October 14, 2024

Explore using various media (printmaking, collage, painting) to create your monotype artwork. In this class we will discuss the principles and elements of design, composition, and combining drawing, texture, and color to create a monotype of an image using line and plexiglass, collage, and oil painting. Students will learn to transfer an image to paper, add collage materials to enhance image, and paint into the image to create final one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork.

September 18 to October 16, 2024 - 4:30 to 6:00 P.M.

Whether you want to be a traditional oil painter or a digital illustrator, it is very important to have a solid foundation in drawing.

This 6-week class will allow students to pursue their own interests in art while also being introduced to fundamental principles of drawing. This class will start with pencil, then explore powdered graphite, and pen. Students will be provided with a mix of drawing exercises to develop their skills and opportunities to develop their own interests.