July 20, 21 & 22      9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Pastel is a fascinating medium, with easy techniques quickly learned. Although projects will begin using simple shapes, the workshop will then offer more challenging subject matter geared to the students interest. Since the color is mixed on the paper, not on a palette, basic color mixing principles will be important. Alternative grounds will be discussed. Other information includes a buying guide, storing finished work and framing suggestions. Demo, critiques, and handouts will also be offered.

July 27, 28 & 29       9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Whatever medium we work in - whether 2D or 3D, drawing is essential. Starting with the pencil, then using charcoal and conte, the class will explore value, texture, light and shade while learning to control line, shape and form. Demo and critique will be offered. Training the eye to see will improve your drawing skills and eventually your paintings.

July 23 - 25       9:30 a.m.— 12:30 p.m.

If you have never painted and always wanted to learn or if you have some experience but want to further your knowledge of painting, then this course is for you. The course will cover all the fundamentals of composition, color and form. Students will learn how to understand light and color and how to apply that to their own paintings during the class. Students are taught as a group, but will get plenty of one-on-one instruction as well. Students will work from still life and weather permitting, outdoors. The goal is to understand how “to see” the world in a new way and learn to express that through oil/acrylic painting.

July 16-19. Friday: meet and greet:  6:00-8:00 p.m.,
Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (includes critique)

The focus of the workshop is to utilize photographs as a jumping-off point and a reference to create a painting, rather than merely copying the photograph(s). The subject matter can be whatever each student chooses. This class is geared for adults working in either oil or pastels who have solid knowledge in their respective mediums.

July 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18 and Aug 25  -  6:15-9:00  -   6 Week Class

Hand-building and wheel-work. Basic to advanced, with an emphasis on hand-building for beginners, working up to using the pottery wheel. Intermediate to advanced students will receive additional guidance to advance in their skill level. While there will be structured lessons, this class is also an opportunity to pursue personal projects with the advice and counsel of your instructor. Lessons will cover basic construction techniques along with a serious introduction to glaze and surface treatment.