Maggie Bosco, B-A

Thursdays 9:30-12:00

Become more in tune with your surroundings by learning how to paint from live observation using oils! Each week we will explore a new subject to paint including still-life setups, live models, Downtown Bradenton, and much more. Using historical and contemporary perspectives, students will learn how to efficiently determine the overall qualities of light, color, space and form of a scene.

S1:Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: March 6, 13, 20, 27
S3: April 3, 10, 17, 24

$115 ACM Members

$140 Future Members

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Mark Shamlian I-A

Thursdays 1:00-4:00

Let’s draw! The goal is to relax, learn, and enjoy. By understanding and combining simpler underlying forms of anatomy, you can grow and succeed in this challenging but rewarding pursuit. All can benefit from studying the human figure, from beginners to advanced students. Sessions will feature short and extended model poses. Instruction will be tailored to each student’s skill level. We will cover materials, various techniques, measuring, expression, and composition. Classes may include visual presentations and demonstrations. Class fee includes model fee.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 5, 12, 19, 26, Oct 3
S2: 5 wk: Oct 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7
S3: 5 wk: Nov 14, 21, (no Nov 28), Dec 5, 12, 19
S4: 5 wk: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6
S5: 5 wk: Feb 13, 20, 27, Mar 6, Mar 13
S6: 5 wk: Mar 27, Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

$213 ACM Members

$238 Future Members

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Helen Solomon I-A   

Thursdays 9:00-12:00

Participants will delve into the intricacies of canvas preparation and the art of transferring their own references onto the canvas from personal photos or from freely available online resources. This intermediate/advanced class offers a comprehensive study of various acrylic techniques, aesthetic concepts, and mediums. Participants will relish three hours of studio time with fellow acrylic enthusiasts, allowing them to immerse themselves in the creativity and camaraderie of the art world. Additionally, students will have the valuable opportunity to engage in constructive discussions about their own work and critique others’ pieces during classroom sessions.

S1: Sep 5, 12, 19 26
S2: Nov 7, 14, 21 (no Nov 28), Dec 5
S3: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30
S4: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
S5: Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
S6: Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

$129 ACM Members

$154 Future Members

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