Create Reception Sep 28, 5-7

Abstract Road Map, Elise Manieri

Elise Manieri B-I
Wednesdays 1:00-4:00

You’ve been drawn to abstract art but find the blank canvas intimidating. Revisiting the basic principles of art and design, we will explore the process of creating abstract art. You will learn lots of tips to help you get started with direction as to composition, line and texture using multiple media with acrylic paints. This is your opportunity to explore this more popular and imaginative form of expression.

S1: Sep 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, (no Oct 18), 25
S2: Feb 21, 28, Mar 6, 13, 20

$161 ACM Members
$186 Future Members

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Drawing For Kids, Ages 10-15, Janet Flickinger

Foundation of Drawing
Drawing For Kids Ages 10-15
Janet Flickinger

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: Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: 6 wk: Nov 6, 13 (no Nov 20) 27, Dec 4, 11, 18
S3: 6 wk: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12
S4: 6 wk: Feb 19, 26, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25
S5: 5 wk: Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

5 wk: $115 ACM Members
$150 Future Members

6 wk: $138 ACM Members
$173 Future Members

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Acrylic Palette Knife, Dawn Gerardot

Dawn Gerardot  B-I
Wednesdays 1:00-3:30

This class covers basic techniques of acrylic palette knife painting from how to hold your tool to application of paint. Other steps along the way will include blending, texturing, line drawing and how to create multi-colored strokes. Choose your own themes. I can help with that choice. There is plenty of time to complete several paintings. Demos on application and weekly critiques are part of the instruction. Join us for the fun!

S1: 3 wk: Sep 13, 20, 27
S2: 4 wk: Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 15
S3: 4 wk: Dec 6, 13, 20, 27
S4: 4 Wk: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24

3 wk: $90 ACM Members
$115 Future Members

4 wk: $115 ACM Members
$140 Future Members

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Color Pencil – A World Of Color, Sheryl Unwin

Sheryl Unwin B-A
Mondays 1:00-4:00

Come and expand your drawing skills with color. Using a reference image you will learn the necessary techniques, burnishing and layering skills to develop a quality colored pencil drawing. Come Illustrate, explore and express anything that inspires you.

S1: 4 wk: Oct 16, 30, Nov 6, 20
S2: 5 wk: Dec 4, 18, (no Dec 25 & Jan 1), Jan 8, 22, Feb 5
S3: 6 wk: Feb 19, Mar 4, 18, Apr 1, 15, 29

4 wk: $129 ACM Members
$154 Future Members

5 wk: $161 ACM Members
$186 Future Members

6 wk: $193 ACM Members
$218 Future Members

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Simple, Fundamentals of Acrylics-Fall, Helen Solomon

Helen Solomon B
Tuesdays 9:30-11:30

Welcome to the world of acrylic painting, an art world full of versatility and bright, bold colors. Because acrylics are water-based, they offer opacity (you can paint right over your mistakes) which makes this medium especially appealing to beginners. Acrylic paints are so versatile and lend themselves to many styles of painting. Acrylics have their own set of characteristics and attributes. We are going to work step by step on two references from start to finish as you learn all about acrylics and how to use them. All references are provided.

S1: Sep 5, 12, 19, 26
S2: Oct 3, 10, 17, 24
S3: Nov 7, 14, 21, 28
S4: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
S5: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
S6: Mar 5, 12, 19, 26
S7: Apr 9, 16, 23, 30

$100 ACM Members
$125 Future Members

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Watercolor Pencils=Drawing & Painting, Melissa Miller Nece

Melissa Nece B-A
Saturdays 10:00-4:00

Artist’s quality colored pencils are versatile and easy to master, an ideal medium for fine art! Learn the basics, and apply them to a project or get guidance on developing your own original subjects. We’ll discuss pencil brands and surfaces, color mixing and creating effects. Bring your own pencils, or if you want to try before you buy, assorted pencil sets will be available for use in class. Some paper and other tools will also be available.

S1: Jan 27

$95 ACM Members
$145 Future Members

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Advanced Abstracts, Elise Manieri

Elise Manieri I-A
Wednesdays 1:00-4:00

Explore more advanced use of color, line, texture, glazing and layering to enhance your abstract (mixed media) art. Learn how to self-critique your artwork. There will be specific projects as well as ample studio time to develop your style.

S1: Nov 1, 8, 15
S2: Jan 3, 10, 17

$97 ACM Members
$122 Future Members

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Sketching In Pen & Color, Melissa Nece

Melissa Nece B-A
Saturday 10:00-4:00

Artist’s fine line markers are not just for careful detail work, they are also great for quick sketches. Drawing in pen means letting go of perfectionism and going with the flow of ink! Add color with a few colored pencils, watercolor pencils, pastels or watercolors and create fresh and lively artwork or fill a journal. Forget erasing and fixing things, just loosen up and have fun drawing! (Weather permitting, this class will draw outside, too.)

S1: Nov 18

$102 ACM Members
$152 Future Members

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