Helen Solomon B-I
Fridays 1:00-3:00

The goal of this class is to introduce soft pastels and the many ways they can be used. Each student will develop their own style, no matter the subject, still life, landscape, seascape, figure or portrait. How to prep work surface and how to transfer art to sanded paper. For the first half hour of each class we will critique work created the week before. As a group we will discuss each others artwork. This is a great time to talk about you, the artist, and briefly discuss your next step.

S1: 4 wk: Apr 8, 15, 22, 29
S2: 4 wk: May 6, 13, 20, 27
S3: 4 wk: Jun 3, 10, 17, 24
S4: 5 wk: Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

4 wk: $88 ACM Members
$113 Future Members

5 wk: $110 ACM Members
$135 Future Members

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Joanna Coke  B-I
Mondays 1:00-3:30

Each session is designed to give the student a new perspective in acrylic painting for YOU to feel comfortable with this medium. A paint-a-long demo will be given in the 1st class and then the student can choose from their photo references the scene they wish to paint and apply the techniques they have just learned.

S1: Palette Knife, Seascape: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24  ZOOM ONLY
S2: Waterfalls: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21 ZOOM ONLY
S3: Finishing Your Stuck Painting: Feb 28, Mar 7, 14, 21

$140 ACM Members
$165 Future Members

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Diane Garrett-Smith B-I
Wednesdays 1:00-3:00

Explore your Art passion in Oils! Whether it’s landscapes, portraits or abstracts, we’ll review (or learn) the basics of Composition/Layout, how to utilize the Color Wheel, and the fundamentals of painting techniques (some unique to oils). The way the paint feels and flows, plus a few color blending methods are quite different than those of our water based media. Once known, and combined with your growing experience, your artist personal style and flair will blossom! These tools, and honing the “gestalt” to create your “WOW” factors, shall provide a solid foundation for your path to Brilliant Oils.

S1: Apr 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, Jun 1
S2: Jun 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul 6, 13

$125 ACM Members
$150 Future Members

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Kerry Didday I
Saturdays 9:30-12:00

This class to will help you develop successful acrylic paintings and expand and build your portfolio. Everyone that paints is unique and I will work with you to discover strengths/needs. Individual and assigned projects. Each class will begin with an individual critique. Areas we’ll explore: Mixed media; Library of design materials; Skills with brush, palette knife, brayers and scrapers; Self-designed papers; Effective use of molding pastes, gels, poly, pumice, varnish, tar gel, etc; Multicolor Brush vs Palette knife; “A lot to a Little” design concept.

S1: Apr 2, 9, 16, (no Apr 23), 30
S2: May 7, 14, 21, 28

$94ACM Members
$119 Future Members

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Dawn Gerardot B-I
Wednesday 9:00-12:30

Silk painting is certainly addictive. It’s a lot like watercolor in application. The dyes are bold, bright and very vivid. The theme of this class will be a floral collection of you choosing. I will help you plan and prep your design. Previous experience not necessary. To help with overall class costs, I offer a kit which will include everything needed to complete this project. Or, you always have the opportunity to buy your own supplies online. I use Dharma Trading for supplies. Check the material list for exact supplies needed and kit contents. All classes will start promptly at 9am.

S1: Apr 13, 20, 27
S2: Jun 15, 22, 29

$87 ACM Members
$112 Future Members

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Helen Solomon B-I   
Thursdays 9:30-11:30

This course is designed for beginner to intermediate level experiences with a desire to learn how to paint in acrylics and learn the versatility of this water medium. In this Acrylic Painting course you will learn how to get started in prepping your canvas, how to transfer your own reference and how to start painting in acrylics. This course is in-depth and it’s also a FUN two hours of studio time with other acrylic lovers.

S1: 4 wk: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
S2: 4 wk: May 5, 12, 19, 26
S3: 5 wk: Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S4: 4 wk: Jul 7, 14, 21, 28

4 wk: $88 ACM Member
$113 Future Members

5 wk: $110 ACM Member
$135 Future Members

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Dawn Gerardot B-I
Wednesday 9:00-11:30

This class is definitely for those who want to experiment outside the box. So, come join me bird watching in a whole different arena. This class is fast paced as we work on several different paintings at the same time. It is a watercolor/ fluid acrylic experience with cheesecloth as part of the substrate. It’s a lot of fun with all kinds of unplanned surprises and best of all, those happy accidents.

S1: May 11, 18

$64 ACM Members
$89 Future Members

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Elise Manieri I
Wednesdays 1:00-3:30

You love abstract art but starting with a blank canvas can be intimidating! Find the child inside of you again and learn many tools and tips to help you get started with more direction as to composition, color, line and texture using MULTIPLE media and primarily acrylics. Assigned projects and some outside of class research! Let’s help you get an entry ready for the next Member show! $5 supply fee payable to instructor.

S1: Apr 6, 13, 20, 27
S2: Jun 8, 15, 22, 29

$94 ACM Members
$119 Future Members

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Dawn Gerardot B-I
Wednesdays 9:00-3:30

If you have never tried this medium, it is a MUST. In this day-long workshop using SOFT PASTELS, we will create dynamic, bold and fun landscapes. Be prepared to get a little messy. Believe me, it’s worth it! This medium is very forgiving and allows the artist to master the allusion of depth very easily. Hopefully, you will learn a few new tricks that will excite you. You will learn how to underpaint to enhance color distribution If you are unfamiliar with pastels, you can buy inexpensive sets online, just make sure they are SOFT PASTELS. We will be using UART 400 grit sanded substrate. Bring a bagged lunch as we will break for about 30 minutes.

S1: Apr 6
S2: May 4

$95 ACM Members
$145 Future Members

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