Creative Combination Watercolor & Acrylic
Workshop with Dan Wiemer  I-A

Friday, Saturday, Sunday
March 10, 11, 12, 10:00-4:00

Good painters are first good designers. Learn concepts that allow you to find strong abstract shapes in your scenes. We will learn about the different types of contrasts and how they add drama to your painting. The workshop will focus on painting like a printmaker – finding and constructing negative shapes to create mosaic-like paintings using watercolor and acrylic paints. Your learning experience will include demos, guided painting, self-exploration, and a bunch of fun.

$420 ACM Members
$470 Future Members

Supply List

Kerry Didday
Thursday 10:00-4:00

Based on Steven Aimone’s book, Expressive Drawing, this workshop will guide students through a freeform and abstract approach to their work. This style emphasizes line and mark, rather than rendering a specific  object, which for many people can create barriers to self-expression. Exercises start off simple and quick, encouraging students to work on instinct and feeling, while later ones focus on detail and refinement. The instructor will cover the elements basic to all drawing: line, mark, shape, texture and tone, then lead you through play and build exercises that allow you to explore these elements first-hand and produce richly satisfying pieces.

Each student will work on their own four separate 36″ x 36″ gessoed canvas with a variety of monochromatic media. Instructor will provide materials. $50 supply fee.

S1: Mar 30

ACM Members $100
Future Members $150

Supply List

Martin Dunn B-A
Wednesdays 6:00-9:00 

This course is all about oils, from beginning to advanced.  Attendees are welcome to bring works in progress for supervised studio time.  Those new to oils will (time permitting) learn useful techniques of canvas preparation, color theory, composition, choice of brushes, paints and other tools.

Intermediate artists will learn about techniques such as fat over lean, alla prima, dry brush, imprimatura, glazes, grisaille, sfumato, sgraffito, scumble, verdura, chiaroscuro, tenebrism, rebatement, the golden mean, notan, oiling out and others.  More experienced artists will get a chance to incorporate these techniques and others in their work.

Finally, we have the wealth of knowledge passed down to us by our predecessors; some useful, some just entertaining.  Gainsborough, for example, used heads of broccoli as models for trees.  Kandinsky, who is credited with the first abstract art, was synesthetic.  As in, he could hear colors :0.  The monotony of life, as expressed by great artists, and all available to us!  Let’s let them teach us.

S1: Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8
S2: Feb 15, 22, (no Mar 1), Mar 8, 15, 22
S3: Mar 29, Apr 5, 12, 19, 26

$127 ACM Members
$152 Future Members

Supply List

Helen Solomon  B

Thursdays 1:00-3:00

This class teaches the elements of art and the principals of design. Students will explore basic art media and techniques. In this course, I teach you the foundations of working with acrylic paint and why they are the simplest and most effective way for an absolute beginner to learn how to paint successfully. Acrylics can be used in thin layers like watercolors or in thicker, more opaque applications like oil paint. The course covers setup and materials, color mixing and pigment choice, brush-handling, and palette-knife techniques, as well as gels and mediums. You’ll complete a still-life, landscape, seascape Subject and reference are your choice.

S1: Sep 8, 15, 22, 29
S2: Oct 6, (no Oct 13), 20, 27, Nov 3  FULL call for wait list
S3: Nov 10, 17 (no Nov 24), Dec 1, 8
S4: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26  FULL call for wait list
S5: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23  FULL call for wait list
S6: Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
S7: Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

$94 ACM Members
$119 Future Members

Supply List

Color Sense Workshop with Linda Richichi B-I

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Feb 27, 28, Mar 1, 10:00-4:00

Finally, tactical training that will help you stop fearing color and start embracing it instead
— so you can create art with confidence, freedom, and fun! Learn the fundamentals of color in a way you’ve never been taught before…and become an artist who not only knows, but TRUSTS that they can create, mix, (and fix!) any colors they wish. Of all the technical aspects you’ve been exploring, such as line, tone, shape, and space, the biggest stumbling block has been color. But when you actually begin to work with color and try to create the colors you need…You can’t ever seem to get it right. The gorgeous, lush colors you see in your mind look off after mixing your own. The shades and tones you’re hoping for seem complicated and illusive to match. And the worst is, when for all of your mixing, the best you keep getting is MUD! It’s not your fault that mixing colors is tough (and it’s no sign of your artistic ability)!

The truth is you haven’t been taught enough about color to realize that you CAN be in control of it — and exactly how to do it. When you really learn the fundamentals of color and have a firm grasp on how it works, you’ll be able to create, control, and paint color in an entirely new way – and watch your paintings come to life as you’ve always hoped they would. So if you’re ready to learn about color in a way you’ve never learned before, Linda Richichi can’t wait to teach you how.

$395 ACM Members
$445 Future Members

Supply List

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

In this Acrylic Painting course, you will learn how to prep your canvas, how to transfer your own reference from your own photos or from Unsplash.com. Once you are drawing on the canvas the FUN begins with painting in acrylics. This course is in-depth and it’s also a FUN two hours of studio time with other acrylic lovers. This intermediate / advanced art class continues exploration of acrylic media and techniques more in-depth study of acrylics, aesthetics, and medium. Students will talk about their work and the work of others in the classroom critiques at the start each class.

S1: Sep 8, 15, 22, 29  FULL Call for wait list
S2: Oct 6, (no Oct 13), 20, 27, Nov 3
S3: Nov 10, 17 (no Nov 24), Dec 1, 8 FULL Call for wait list
S4: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26  FULL Call for wait list
S5: Feb 2, 9, 16, 23  FULL Call for wait list
S6: Mar 2, 9, 16, 23
S7: Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

$94 ACM Members
$119 Future Members

Supply List

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: Sep 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
S3: Nov 4, 11, 18, (no Nov 25), Dec 2
S4: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27  FULL – call for wait list
S5: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
S6: Mar 3, 10, 17, 24
S7: Apr 7, 14, 21, 28

$94 ACM Members
$119 Future Members

Supply List

Helen Solomon B-A

Tuesdays 9:30-1:00

Color! You know you love it and want to use it, but you are not sure which colors to use and how to mix the exact hues you can see in your mind’s eye. This class will introduce you to the many aspects of color. You will learn how to use color wheel and words such as split complementary and the big one ANALOGOUS. Students will learn why color theory is so important and beneficial to your ARTWORK. Once you learn these things, you can see colors differently and understand how they work with respect to your art. As Artists, the knowledge and understanding of basic color theory is crucial to choose, create, and lead your art to an exciting vibrant finish. This class will give you confidence and a new appreciation for how you develop your art in the future. All supplies and material for this workshop will be provided.

S1: Oct 25  FULL call for wait list
S2: Apr 11

$150 ACM Members
$175 Future Members

Joanna Coke  B-I

Tuesdays 1:00-3:30

Are you unsure of how to create an abstract painting? Then try combining abstraction with realism! You will learn how to layer masking tape and paint to create unexpected shapes and textures. You will add realistic objects as well during the process. These techniques will loosen you up to explore color and freedom of abstraction and then use structure and focus by incorporating realism. Class is limited to 14 students.

S1: Feb 28, Mar 7, 14, 21

$140 ACM Members
$165 Future Members

Supply List

Joanna Coke  B-I
Tuesdays 1:00-3:30

Monet’s approach to impressionistic landscapes? You will learn how to understand color relationships and broken color. You will use MORE paint with luscious brushes strokes. And then you will apply these techniques to your own photo landscape references. Class is limited to 14 students.

S1: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21  FULL  Call for wait list

$140 ACM Members
$165 Future Members

Supply List

Joanna Coke  B-I

Tuesdays 1:00-3:30

For the 1st and 2nd classes, you will use images provided by the instructor of row and old fishing boats. From these images you will create new compositions and palettes to make the resulting painting your own (and not just another photographic copy). The 3rd and 4th classes will be your opportunity to create a new composition based upon the inspiration from your photo references. Class is limited to 14 students.

S1: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24  FULL  Call for wait list

$140 ACM Members
$165 Future Members

Supply List

Elise Manieri I
Wednesdays 1:00-3:30

If you want to explore or improve your abstract art paintings, this is the class for you! Learn and practice art principles, fundamentals and critiquing skills to create your best abstract works using multiple media (primarily acrylic paints). Outside of class research for all as well as assigned projects for students who have taken this class previously.

S1: Sep 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12
S2: Nov 2, 9, 16, (no Nov 23 & 30), Dec 7, 14
S3: Jan 18 1:00-4:00, 25 1:00-4:00, Feb 1 1:00-4:15, 8 1:00-4:15
S4: Mar 15, 22, 29, Apr 5, 12

$124 ACM Members
$149 Future Members

Supply List

Members Only
Tuesdays 1:00-4:00

$10 ACM Members

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

Have you ever painted on silk before? You need to give it a try. It is so much fun and certainly addictive. It is a lot like watercolor in application. The dyes are very bright & bold. The theme will be floral and I will help you with your design. Previous experience not necessary. Each session is 3 weeks long. To help with the overall class costs, I offer a kit which gives you everything you need. View class materials for details.

S1: Oct 19, 26, Nov 2
S2: Nov 23, 30, Dec 7
S3: Feb 15, 22, Mar 1

$87 ACM Members
$112 Future Members

Supply List

Dawn Gerardot 
Thursdays 1:00-3:30

We will be using a “tree“ theme, so you might want to find a few pictures for ideas. We will design & create beautiful texture as we go. It is very easy and very calming. If you are new to this medium, it is truly forgiving. Making changes is so easy as well. My motto is “There are no mistakes”

After using a large brush to layer and color the white of the canvas, you will then only use palette knives to layer, texture and complete your composition. The class will emphasize how to select the right tool for the right area, how to hold your tools for maximum build and how to paint from back to front.

S1: Jan 26, Feb 2, 9, 16
S2: Feb 23, Mar 2, 9, 16
S3: Mar 23, 30, Apr 6, 13

$116 ACM Members
$141 Future Members

Supply List

Kerry Didday I
Saturdays 9:30-12:00

This class will help you develop successful acrylic paintings and expand your portfolio. Everyone that paints is unique and I will work with you to discover strengths/needs. There will be individual and assigned projects. Each class will begin with an individual critique. Areas we’ll explore: mixed media; palette knife, library of design materials; skills with brush; self-designed papers; brayers; scrapers; use of molding pastes; gels, poly; pumices; varnish; tar gel, etc. A lot to a little design concept.

S1: 4 wk: Sep 10, 17, (no 24), Oct 1, (no 8 ,15), 22
S2: 5 wk: Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26
S3: 4 wk: Dec 3, 10, 17 (no Dec 24 & 31) Jan 7
S4: 4 wk: Jan 14, 21, 28, (no Feb 4 & 11), Feb 18
S5: 4 wk: Feb 25, Mar 4, 11, 18
S6: 4 wk: Mar 25, Apr 1, 8, 15

4 wk: $79 ACM Members
$104 Future Members

5 wk: $99 ACM Members
$124 Future Members

Supply List

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

Day-long workshops using soft pastels. We will create bold & fun landscapes. Be prepared to get a little messy; but it will be worth it. This medium is very forgiving and allows the artist to master the allusion of depth easily. Hopefully, you will learn a few new tricks along the way. We will try underpainting to enhance color. If you are new to pastels, you can buy inexpensive sets online. Make sure they are SOFT. See the materials list for further information.

S1: Oct 12
S2: Nov 16
S3: Dec 14
S4: Jan 11
S5: Feb 8

$95 ACM Members
$145 Future Members

Supply List