Open Book & Sarasota Pen Women

Fundamentals of Drawing (Mondays), Janet Flickinger

Janet Flickinger, B-A

Mondays 1:00 – 3:30

The foundation of all art is drawing…if you have never drawn before or just want to sharpen your skills… this class is a must. Focusing on perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition; we will train the eye to take a drawing from sketch to finished artwork in the medium of your choice. Bring quality photos to use and I suggest choosing a subject you are passionate about.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 9,16, 23, 30, Oct 7
S2: 5 wk: Oct 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 11
S3: 5 wk: Nov 18, 25, Dec 2, 9, 16
S4: 5 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: 5 wk: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
S6: 6 wk: Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, (no 21) 28
5 week: $137 ACM Members $162 Future Members
6 week: $165 ACM Members $190 Future Members

Fundamentals of Drawing (Tuesdays), Janet Flickinger

Janet Flickinger, B-A

Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:30

The foundation of all art is drawing…if you have never drawn before or just want to sharpen your skills… this class is a must. Focusing on perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition; we will train the eye to take a drawing from sketch to finished artwork in the medium of your choice. Bring quality photos to use and I suggest choosing a subject you are passionate about.

S1 – 5 wk: Sep 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8
S2 – 5 wk: Oct 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12
S3 – 4 wk: Nov 19, (no 26) Dec 3, 10, 17
S4 – 6 wk: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11
S5 – 6 wk: Feb 18, 25, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25
S6 – 5 wk: Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
4 week: $115 ACM Members $140 Future Members
5 week: $137 ACM Members $162 Future Members
6 week: $165 ACM Members $190 Future Members

Foundation of Drawing, Janet Flickinger

Janet Flickinger, B-A
Drawing for Kids Ages 10-15
Mondays 5:00 – 7:00

This is a class for the young artist. The class is focusing on all aspects of art. We will train the eye how to see as it related to direction of line, curves, form, shape, contrast, etc. We will learn how to look at something and draw it exactly. All projects will be finished in pencil, color pencil, or watercolor. Once the basics are learned, we will focus on design and composition. Students are to bring pictures they want to draw. All art supplies for this class are provided.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 9,16, 23, 30, Oct 7
S2: 5 wk: Oct 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 11
S3: 5 wk: Nov 18, 25, Dec 2, 9, 16
S4: 5 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: 5 wk: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
S6: 6 wk: Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, (no 21) 28
5 week: $125 ACM Members $160 Future Members
6 week: $150 ACM Members $185 Future Members

Explore your Inner Creative, Sawyer Ramsey Ages 6-10

Sawyer Ramsey, B-I

Wednesdays 4:00-6:00

Join the fun creating art of all kinds! You will work in different mediums to create one of a kind pieces you are sure to enjoy for years to come. We will work in painting, 3D, fiber and more.

S1: 4 wk: Sep 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: 4 wk: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: 3 wk: Nov 6, 13, 20
S4: 4 wk: Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5
S5: 4 wk: Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5
S6: 4 wk: Mar 12, 19, 26, Apr 2

3 week: $69 ACM Members $104 Future Members

4 week: $92 ACM Members $127 Future Members

It’s a Clay Day!, Erik Franzen – KidsArt

Erik Franzen, B – I

Mondays 4:30-6:30

Creating in clay is fun! Work with the clay instructor to learn new skills & create anything you want!

S1: Sep 16, 23, 30, Oct 7
S2: Oct 14, 21, 28, Nov 4
S3: Nov 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
S4: Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3
S6: Mar 10, 17, 24, 31

$92 ACM Members

$127 Future Members

Dragonfly on the Wall Paper Mache, Kathy Carrier

Kathy Carrier, B-A

Fridays 1:00-4:00

Like glittering gems, dragonflies are some of the most beautiful bugs in the garden. Create your own fanciful insect, and discover the wonderful world of paper mache with mixed media artist Kathy Carrier. Instruction covers the entire paper mache process from creating the armature to embellishing the finished sculpture. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class is not only fun, it’s for anyone who loves to create something totally unique. Students should supply their own scissors and wire cutters. All other materials will be provided for a $30 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14

$139 ACM Members

$164 Future Members

Go Fish! Paper Mache, Kathy Carrier

Kathy Carrier, B-A

Fridays 1:00-4:00

No limits on these fanciful fish – you just need a little imagination to create whimsical paper mache sculptures like this. Not only fun, paper mache is the perfect medium to explore the sculpture-making process from creating the armature to painting the finished piece of art. Join us in this this multi-week specialty class that takes you through the process. Students should supply their own scissors and wire cutters. All other materials will be provided for a $30 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Mar 28, Apr 4, 11, 18

$139 ACM Members

$164 Future Members

Paper Mache Pets, Kathy Carrier

Kathy Carrier, B-A

Fridays 1:00-4:00

Just imagine dogs, cats, birds and more Oh my! Discover the whimsical world of paper mache and create your own designer pet. From creating the armature, to adding the final details, this class covers it all. Plus, it’s incredibly fun! Students should supply their own plastic container (your choice for the body), scissors and wire cutters. All other materials will be provided for a $30 supply fee payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Sep. 13, 20, 27, Oct 4

$139 ACM Members

$164 Future Members

Our Location

ArtCenter Manatee
209 9th St West
Bradenton, FL 34205

MFS 9-5, TWTh 9-6. Closed Sunday

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