Joanna Coke    B-I
Tuesdays 1:00-3:30

Each session will focus on a particular subject and aspect of color. You will then learn how to mix and place color so that it makes sense. You will paint a new painting each week for the first 3 weeks. The last week will be to incorporate changes into the previous 3 assignments.

S1: Clouds: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
S2: Composition, Golden Ratio: Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
S3: Colorful Neutrals: Mar 1, 8, 15, 22

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$140 ACM Members
$165 Future Members

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 3, 10, 17, 24
S2: Oct 1, 8, 15, 22
S3: Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19
S4: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28
S5: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25
S6: Apr 8, 15, 22, 29

$87 ACM Members
$112 Future Members

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Helen Solomon B-A
Mondays 10:00-1:30

Color Theory is a collection of guidelines on the use of color for artists and it can really help any creative person make intelligent decisions. This is a working workshop, meaning you will be doing and learning along with me and other students. At the end of the day, you will be able to create works of art that have peaceful harmony or powerful complementary colors. Workbooks and all supplies are provided.

S1: Mar 14

$145 ACM Member
$195 Future Members

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
S2: Waterfalls: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21
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

Oils have hue depth, brilliance, & translucent enticement. This course will help you recognize what inspires you artistically, & helps you translate this to canvas. You should develop some additional tools which enhance your personal style. I encourage beginners to use Photographs, as a launching pad. We’ll be learning/reviewing knowledge of color via the Color Wheel. It is fundamental for mixing colors & understanding color harmony. Shape, composition, line/edge, light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ will be discussed as our work is developed.

S1: Sep 29, (no Oct 6), Oct 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10
S2: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9
S3: Feb 23, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

$128 ACM Members
$153 Future Members

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Kerry Didday I
Saturdays 9:30-12:00 except where noted by the date

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: Sep 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: Oct 9 (9:30-12:30), 16, 23 (9:30-1:00), 30 (9:30-1:00)
S3: Nov 6 (9:30-12:30), 13, 20 (9:30-1:00), (no Nov 27,) Dec 4 (9:30-1:00)
S4: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29
S5: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
S6: Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

$85 ACM Members
$110 Future Members

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

If you’ve never painted on silk, you’re in for a big treat: it IS addictive. Our subject will be a sunflower. Bring some photo references to help guide your drawing. If you do not draw well, no worries. I’m always a step away to help. Your only limitation will be a lack of enthusiasm. No previous experience necessary, just dig in & enjoy. To help with the overall class cost, there will be a product kit offered which will include all the raw materials needed to complete the class project. The kit ($35.00) includes: Silk(Habotai 22×22), 8 oz. dye, Jacquard Removable Resist (2oz.), Fine line Applicator (Pink), Stretcher rental, waxed parchment & color cups. Payable to the instructor first class. You may also buy these supplies @ Dharma Trading online.

S1: Sep 22, 29, Oct 6, 13
S2: Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2

$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: Palette Knife: 4 wk: Sep 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: 4 wk: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
S3: 3 wk: Nov 4, 11, 18
S5: 4 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
S6: 4 wk: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
S7: 4 wk:  Apr 7, 14, 21, 28

3 wk: $66 ACM Members
$91 Future Members

4 wk: $87 ACM Members
$112 Future Members

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

This class is so much fun. It’s exciting because although planned, those unpredictable happy accidents always alter that plan and create the most amazing results. You will surprise yourself. To prep for the first class, pre-stretch several 300# WC papers (size your choice) onto a WC board, a piece of plywood or a piece of gatorboard. All pieces can be attached to the same board. Pre-stretching means wetting the paper and while wet, staple to the board and allow to thoroughly dry.

S1: Dec 8, 15, 22

$64 ACM Members
$89 Future Members

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Dawn Gerardot Putman B-I
Wednesdays 9:00-11:30

This class is for the artist who likes to play with new & different mediums & ideas. There are no rules. You will work with lots of texture to create depth & contrast. The whole idea of the class is to promote individuality in experimentation. We will work on several pieces at the same time. So, look through you junk drawers for things that can be used to create texture. Each class will begin with a “show & tell” to review lessons learned from previous week. Instructor demos throughout. Anyone can take this class.

S1: 3 wk: Oct 20, 27, Nov 3
S2: 4 wk: Feb 9, 15, 23, Mar 2

3 wk: $64 ACM Members
$89 Future Members

4 wk: $85 ACM Members
$110 Future Members

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Dawn Gerardot Putman B-I
Wednesday 9:00-3:30

Just roll up your sleeves and enjoy a medium that is full of surprises. Pastels are dynamic, vivid, versatile and extremely forgiving. This class will work from back to front meaning dark to light using SOFT pastels but also bring what you have. You will learn how to achieve an illusion of depth in both an abstract, or a landscape painting. If you are unfamiliar w/pastels, you can find sets online. Just make sure they are soft pastels. Make sure you have a variety of colors ranging from intense darks to light. Prepare to get a little messy. We will be using UART 400 grit sanded. You can buy 1-2 sheets and cut into smaller different sizes such as 4x6s, 5x7s & 8x10s. Bring a bagged lunch as we will break for about 30 minutes

S1: Nov 17

$90 ACM Member
$140 Future Members

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Diane Garrett-Smith B-I
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00-8:30

Begin a blended Journey, beginning with drawing, then Watercolors, blending a bit with Gouache, then finally Acrylics! We’ll complete this Marathon by choosing one of your Watercolors to enhance using mixed media methods. This course will help you recognize specifically what inspires you, then help you ‘translate’ that into a more ardent painting. We’ll be learning/reviewing our knowledge of color via the Color Wheel. It is fundamental for mixing colors & understanding color harmony. Shape, balance, composition, line/edge, light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ will be discussed as our works are developed. Come watch your style come alive!

S1: Sep 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, Oct 4, (no 6 & 11), 13
S2: Oct 25, 27, Nov 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17
S3: Jan 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26

$170 ACM Members
$195 Future Members

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