Classes
May
THIS 6-WEEK COURSE MEETS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 17, 24, AND MAY 1, 8, & 15
FROM 5:30PM TO 8:30PM
This six week class is for any new or returning student to learn or refresh drawing skills. Basic design elements combined with foundation drawing techniques will provide the confidence and skill in creating a successful composition. Line, contour, value, mass and weight, texture, and lessons in perspective will be principles covered.
May
Life Drawing Studio
THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MARCH THROUGH NOVEMBER
6:30PM TO 9:00PM
Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.
Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.
No Instructor, Group gathering.
THIS 4-WEEK COURSE MEETS WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 8, 15, & 22
FROM 10:00AM TO 12:00PM
In this beginner-level course, Carolyn Biggio discusses art history, developing color masses, and oil techniques with students. Carolyn will give presentations on art history, specifically the development from academic painting to impressionism in 19th Century France, and will teach students how to develop shape, color masses, and volume. Students will work new with objects each week - including transparent objects. This class is great for students who wish to learn about the all encompassing history and techniques of oil paints and still life!
THIS 4-WEEK CLASS MEETS
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 16, 23, & 30
FROM 9:00AM - 12:00PM
As a beginner’s class the goal is to get a small taste of acrylic painting in a fun playful environment. During this introductory class, beginning students will be introduced to:
1. The use of paint brushes to include loading and stroking of paint onto a substrate (wood and canvas).
2. Positive and Negative Painting Techniques, positive painting focuses on the object/objects in your painting and negative painting is focused on the space around objects.
3. The use of acrylics for crafts and fine art.
4. The use of analogous and complementary colors.
SINGLE SESSION CLASSES FRIDAY, MAY 24TH
4:00PM - 5:30PM AND 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out? Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!
OPEN PAINTING STUDIO MEETS
MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
FROM 1:00PM TO 4:00PM
Open Painting Studio allows individuals with previous painting knowledge to freely create new works of art! Instructor and artist Rachel Crawford will be in attendance to monitor artists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. This group gathering provides both professional and amateur artists with a creative and supportive space to express themselves. We encourage you to discuss your work, ask for advice, and share techniques with each other!
With a monthly subscription, students are allowed to come and go as they please on the designated dates from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Students are asked to bring any paints, brushes, canvases, and other supplies they may need.
May dates include: 6, 14, 21, & 28 from 5 - 7:30pm
Open Pottery Studio allows individuals with previous pottery knowledge to freely create new works of art! Resident pottery instructor, Janie Dick, will be in attendance to monitor ceramicists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. Students receive as much low-fire Gator White clay as they need for $1.00/lb, use of the pottery wheel, slab roller, and all tools and glazes. Students may also bring any low-fire clay, low-fire glazes, and tools, they may want to use. STAA will handle all bisque and glaze firing on site. Firings will take place at the end of the third and fourth weeks of studio, so make sure your pieces are bone dry and ready! Any additional firings will be a $15 charge per firing to the student.
June
THIS FOUR-WEEK COURSE MEETS
SUNDAY, JUNE 2ND, 9TH, 23RD, & 30TH
9:00AM TO 11:00AM
Watercolor: Beginner Botanicals is a four-week course in June that explores the essentials of watercolor painting with a focus on the art of botanicals. Together, we will navigate a variety of techniques and exercises. I will guide you in refining your skills, knowledge, and confidence as a watercolor artist. We will paint in a variety of botanical imagery as you begin to create your own personal style. This course is for artists with an beginner/intermediate level of watercolor knowledge.
2-WEEK WORKSHOP MEETS THURSDAY, JUNE 6TH AND 13TH
FROM 3:30PM TO 6:30PM
Students will learn the basics of sculpture with instructor Janie Dick! Janie will teach students how to work with clay to build a sculpture of your pet onto a pre-made ceramic mug. Students will work with their hands and clay tools to create their pieces and use underglazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!
THIS 2-DAY WORKSHOP meets SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH AND 22ND
FROM 9AM TO 4PM
In this introductory workshop, students will explore the theories and techniques of larger scale abstract painting. Zona will lead students through the theories and techniques of color-mixing, effectively applying paint, composing visual space, and understanding abstract language.
Each student will develop their personal expression to further explore the process of abstract art. Students will investigate composition using the formal elements and principles of design and find their natural “mark.” Students can expect to create at least three 18”x24” abstract pieces over the course of both days. Zona hopes to provide her students with the tools to explore new concepts, develop a creative voice, and build confidence as artists!
THESE 4-WEEK COURSES MEET
MONDAY, JUNE 3, 10, 17, & 24
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 12, 19, & 26
FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 14, 21, & 28
FROM 4:00PM TO 6:30PM
Kids will learn step by step how to throw basic forms on the potter’s wheel. In the first two classes, students will learn and practice making different vessels that could be wheel thrown such as mugs, bowls, and plates. Students will trim their thrown pieces and then work with stamps and tools to add different textures, designs, and attachments to their work. In the last two classes, students will apply glazes and the instructor will give students a time and date to pick up their fired pieces. Students are asked to bring an old rag or towel to use for clean up!
Camps
June
Fingerprints Art Camps
Instructors include Jessica Danby, Meghan Garcia, and Robyn Kennedy.
Children are guided in a hands on learning environment through the basics of painting, drawing and clay, exploring Art History and their own imaginations.
Young Artists Studio Week 1
Does your child want a summer program where they can immerse themselves in visual art?
The Young Artists Studio summer program educates and promotes teen artists in a hands on learning environment through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed-media project. Students will create unique projects while also learning professional art techniques and theories. With only 10 spots available, specialized and personal instruction gives students the opportunity to pick their own path as an artist and develop skills to create a diverse portfolio or art for their personal collection.
July
Pottery Camp
Everyone’s favorite summer pottery camps are back! Resident ceramics instructor, Janie Dick, will explore old and new techniques used throughout history in ceramics with students. Students will work with clay and use a variety of techniques to create fabulous ceramic pieces. While developing their fine and major motor skills, children will be encouraged to use their imaginations to create functional and sculptural work on the potter’s wheel and through handbuilding techniques.
Young Artists Studio Week 2
Does your child want a summer program where they can immerse themselves in visual art?
The Young Artists Studio summer program educates and promotes teen artists in a hands on learning environment through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed-media project. Students will create unique projects while also learning professional art techniques and theories. With only 10 spots available, specialized and personal instruction gives students the opportunity to pick their own path as an artist and develop skills to create a diverse portfolio or art for their personal collection.
Young Artists Studio Week 3
Does your child want a summer program where they can immerse themselves in visual art?
The Young Artists Studio summer program educates and promotes teen artists in a hands on learning environment through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed-media project. Students will create unique projects while also learning professional art techniques and theories. With only 10 spots available, specialized and personal instruction gives students the opportunity to pick their own path as an artist and develop skills to create a diverse portfolio or art for their personal collection.
Young Artists Studio: Pottery Week!
Have a teen that’s interested in ceramics or wants to hone their skills? In this camp, hosted by resident ceramics instructor Janie Dick, students will explore old and new techniques used throughout history in ceramics while creating functional and sculptural work inspired by ceramic artists. Students will split their time between the potter’s wheel and developing hand-building techniques. Once their pieces are completed, Janie will teach students about the firing process and how to fire pottery using an electric kiln.