WK080 Warm Glass Methods 8 Weeks sessions
Wednesdays, February 24 - April 21 No Class March 17, 7 - 9 pm
James Durrett

"Warm" Glass" also known as "Fused Glass"  is the oldest method of glass-working techniques.  This process lies between the extremes of glass blowing and stained glass. Students learn technical and practical methods used to manipulate glass into objects of their own design.  The course begins with the basic process of fusing glass together followed by more extensive methods of slumping and casting.   The course is beneficial to those wishing to acquire skills in this area for the first time and to those already familiar with the basics. Students will have several finished pieces to take home. Fee includes cost of supplies.  CANCEL DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT

$300

WK139 Beginning Drawing 8 Weeks sessions
Tuesdays, February 23 - April 13, 7 - 9 pm
Catalina Viejo

Yes, you can draw! In this foundation course, we will explore the basic elements of drawing including line, proportion, relationship, value, contrast, form and perspective.   We will work from still life, room interiors and the model.  Charcoal, pencil conte pencils and craypa will be used in the class.  This class provides a highly supportive environment and encourages trusting one's own process while developing a strong foundation for future work.  Supply list on website. View Catalina's artwork at http://www.catalinaviejo.com/

$280

WK144 Figure Drawing 8 Weeks sessions
Mondays, February 22 - April 12 , 7 - 9 pm
Lisa Sawlit

Learn how to render the human form through the staging of nude poses, room interiors and clothing.  Through involvement with gesture, structure, proportion, anatomy, the effects of light in relation to form and composition, students explore both form and expressive issues as they work from a model.  Open to all .  Supply list on website.

$295

WK181 Acrylic Painting 8 Weeks sessions
Mondays, February 22 - April 12 , 7 - 9 pm
Jeannie Donovan

Acrylic paints are perhaps the most versatile of all the painting mediums. Through exercises and projects, students will discover their own personal painting language. This is an excellent course for beginner painters because instruction includes fundamentals of color theory, composition, palette set-up and mixing mechanics. Painting from direct observation, the subject matter will include still life, interior, portrait and landscape. The visual techniques and painting processes unique to this medium will be demonstrated. Open to all.  

$280

WK222 Screen Printing for Painters "New" 8 Weeks sessions
Tuesdays, February 23 - April 13, 7 - 9 pm
Kevin Townsend

This course is designed as an in-depth exploration of the materials and techniques of water-based screen-printing that allow for the creation of rich painterly prints. Students will learn how to make and use hand-drawn, computer created, and photocopied films, new exposure methods, precise registration, ink mixing and emerging printing techniques to create print with depth, texture, luminosity and evidence of the artist's hand.  Suitable for artisit and printmakers of all levels. CANCEL DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT

$280

WK275 Digital Photography 8 Weeks sessions
Mondays, February 22 - April 12 , 7 - 9 pm
Michael Miller

Just acquired a new digital camera? Eager to learn how to maximize its capabilities?  This course will offer hands on instructions on how to take pictures and use your camera. Open to all.  Michael Miller will show you how.

$280

WK295 Oil Painting 8 Weeks sessions
Wednesdays, February 24 - April 14 , 6:30 - 9 pm
Maria Malatesta

In this highly individualized course, students explore and develop personal imagery and expression. Still life and the model will be available for reference, although photographs, imagination and memory are all acceptable sources of inspiration. Technical skills and painting issues including color, mood, composition and more practical issues of supports and materials will be addressed.  Instruction  includes group discussions of contemporary artist, slides, and critiques.  Open to all.  Supply list on website.

$300

WK296 Watercolor 8 weeks sessions
Thursdays, February 25 - April 15, 7 - 9 pm
Robin Samiljan

Robin teaches various watercolor techniques using liberal, free flowing approach to the practice of painting. Subject matter includes still life, figurative, abstract and landscapes. Open to all levels. Visit Robin's website to view her works www.fineartbyrobin.com

$280

wk333 Sculptural Weaving " New" 8 Weeks sessions
Wednesdays, February 23 - April 14 , 7 - 9 pm
Nathalie Miebach

Explore ways of weaving into three-dimensions. You will learn the fundamentals of basic sculpture weaving techniques: twining, pliting, random weave, and coiling. Through the use of traditional and non-traditional materials, you will learn to use these techniques as a springboard to adapt, integrate, and explore your own sculptural interests and material choices. Techniques for treating surfaces, such as dying, embellishment, over-weaves, and painting will also be explored. Open to all levels.  View Nathalie Miebach art work at www.nathaliemiebach.com

CANCEL DUE TO LOW ENROLLMENT

$280

WK555 Open Studio 4 Weeks sessions
Wednesdays, April 21 - May 12, 7 - 9 pm
Maria Malatesta

Open Studio with Maria Malatesta. 

$125