Life Sessions
Life Sessions: Open Studio, Live Model
Saturdays 1:00-4:00
This open studio is open to intermediate / advanced students and professional artists. Work in your media of choice on studies of the live, undraped model. There is no instructor present.
S7: Apr 1 & Apr 8
S8: Apr 15 & Apr 22
S1: May 20 & 27
S2: Jun 24 & Jul 1
S3: Jul 15 & 22
S4: Jul 29 & Aug 5
ACM Members: $30
Future Members: $40
Draw What You See: The Basics, Jan Wright
Jan Wright B-I
Mondays 9:00-12:00
Whether you are a beginner, or have some experience drawing, this class is for you!
In my class, you will learn the basic foundations of drawing: line, texture, shading, how to draw geometric and organic shapes, two-point perspective, the art of critique and more! You will be amazed what you can draw when you learn these skills. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Art!
S1: May 1, 8, 15, 22
S2: Jun 5, 12, 19, 26
S3: Jul 3, 10, 17, 24
$104 ACM Members
$129 Future Members
Draw What You See: Nature, Jan Wright
Jan Wright B-I
Fridays 9:00-12:00
This second class builds on my “Draw What You See: The Basics!” In this class you will learn to draw what we see outdoors, all around us! You will learn to draw details of animals, (domestic or wild), birds, trees and fauna! Learn the basics of creating a successful landscape composition. Feel free to bring in your travel photographs, and favorite pictures of your pets, to use in the classroom as a reference! Welcome to the Wonderful World of Art!
S1: May 5, 12, 19, 26
S2: Jun 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: Jul 7, 14, 21, 28
$104 ACM Members
$129 Future Members
Figure Drawing From Sticks To Form, Helen Solomon
Helen Solomon
Thursday & Friday 9:30-12:30
Gain greater confidence in your ability to compose and render the human form. This course provides an in-depth study of how to draw the human figure from sticks to form. This is a two-day workshop, you will focus on basic proportions and proper construction of the human form as well as light and shadow, contour, line, and composition. In-class drawing exercises will be enhanced by demonstrations of how to simplify and assemble the more complex areas of the body. Learn how to approach drawing, such as capturing gesture, measuring proportion, and understanding and clearly drawing the perspective within a human form. All references and workbooks will be provided.
S1: May 18 & 19
$90 ACM Members
$115 Future Members
Simplified Portraits, Helen Solomon
Helen Solomon B-A
Thursday & Friday 9:30-12:30
In this two-day workshop, you will learn the simple and effective approach to drawing the portrait from any angle. On the first day, you will study the anatomy of the eyes, nose, lips, and ears. The information is presented in a way using references to young and older faces. On the following day, you will be working on how to take a portrait from start to finish. You’ll also learn skin tones, and shades to complete your final work. All the references and workbooks are provided by the instructor.
S1: May 25 & 26
$90 ACM Members
$115 Future Members
Fundamentals Of Drawing, 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 can help. One of the main focuses will be on training the eye how to see. We will learn perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition. We will learn how to take a drawing from sketch to finished art work with just a pencil. Students should bring quality photos to work from.
S6: 6 wk: Mar 21, 28, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25
S1: 5 wk: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: 4 wk: Jun 6, 13, 20, 27
S3: 5 wk: Jul 11, 18, 25, Aug 1, 8
4 wk: $104 ACM Members
$129 Future Members
5 wk: $129 ACM Members
$154 Future Members
6 wk: $156 ACM Members
$181 Future Members
Fundamentals Of Drawing – Aft , Janet Flickinger
Janet Flickinger B-A
Mondays 1:00-3:30
The foundation of all art is drawing. If you have never drawn before of just want to sharpen your skills, this class can help. One of the main focuses will be on training the eye how to see. We will learn perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition. We will learn how to take a drawing from sketch to finished art work with just a pencil. Whether you are a beginner or advanced you should bring quality photos to work from.
S1: 4 wk: May 1, 8, 15, 22
4 wk: $104 ACM Members
$129 Future Members
5 wk: $129 ACM Members
$154 Future Members
6 wk: $156 ACM Members
$181 Future Members
Drawing 101, Jan Wright
Jan R. Wright B-I
Fridays 9:00 -12:00
If you say, “I can’t draw,” this class is for you! Whether you are a beginner, or have some experience, you will be pleasantly surprised what you will produce by learning the basics. Here are some of the techniques you will learn. 1)Draw what you see. 2)Learn to apply the Elements of Art in your work. 3)Learn how to draw 2-point perspective. 4) Utilize the art of critique.
S4: Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14
$125 ACM Members
$150 Future Members
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 of all aspects of art. We will train the eye how to see as it relates 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.
S6: 6 wk: Mar 20, 27 Apr 3, 10, 17, 24
S1: 4 wk: May 1, 8, 15, 22
4 wk: $88 ACM Members
$113 Future Members
6 wk: $128 ACM Members
$163 Future Members
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The Wonderful World Of Scratchboard, Sheryl Unwin
Sheryl Unwin B-A
Mondays 9:00-12:00
Scratchboard is a fine art form that uses a surface covered with white clay and then a layer of black India ink. In class we will explore the different tools to remove the black ink to bring your image come to life. The student may choose to keep their boards black and white or proceed to colorize them. In class we will explore the different mediums used to colorize your scratchboards.
S6: 5 wk: Mar 27, Apr 3, 10, 17, 24
S1: 4 wk: May 1, 8, 15, 22
S2: 5 wk: Jun 5, 12, 19, 26, Jul 3
S3: 4 wk: Jul 10, 17, 24, 31
4 wk: $104 ACM Members
$129 Future Members
5 wk: $129 ACM Members
$154 Future Members
Colored Pencil – Get The Point!, Melissa Nece
Melissa Nece B-A
Saturdays 10:00-4:00
Artists 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 our 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 may also be provided.
S5: Mar 18
S6: Apr 15
S1: May 13
S2: Jun 10
S3: Jul 8
S4: Aug 5
$95 ACM Members
$145 Future Members
Drawing 102, Jan Wright
Jan R. Wright B-I
Tuesdays 9:00-12:00
This class, the second in my Beginner series, will concentrate on how to draw landscapes! Students will learn techniques to draw natural scenery, animals and birds. We will learn about creating interesting compositions, viewpoints, and perspectives. You can choose the type of landscape you wish to draw; coastal, mountain, desert or woodlands!
S4: Mar 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11
$125 ACM Members
$150 Future Members
Drawing 103, Jan Wright
Jan R. Wright B-I
Tuesdays 1:00-4:00
Have you always wanted to draw a face, but, shy away because it turns out looking like Godzilla? Never fear, this art class is for you! This class, a third in my beginner series, will highlight how to draw realistic faces. Students will learn how to draw the details of eyes, nose and mouths step-by-step. Students will learn a variety of techniques to produce a portrait from reference photographs. I think you will be amazed at what you and your pencil can do!
S4: Mar 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11
$125 ACM Members
$150 Future Members
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