Versatility in Painting with Watercolor

Karen Frattali
Tuesday, 12-3pm
March 6-April 10 (6 wks.)
$135 members, $145 non-members

This workshop will explore new and different ways to present a watercolor painting. We will be stretching paper over wood stretchers before the painting is created and finishing it off with a varnish to facilitate framing without mat or glass. Another technique will be employed using watercolor ground on various surfaces to facilitate watercolor painting in a unique and different way. The introduction of aqua board as a painting surface will be included. Good technique and design will be emphasized.

This class is geared to all skill levels of ability. A supply list is available. Hard to find items can be ordered online as a group after the class meets the first time.

Exploring the Quinadrones & Other Daniel Smith Colors

Karen Frattali
Tuesday, 12-4pm
Jan. 10, 17, 24 (3 wks.)
$90 members, $100 non-members

This workshop will be an opportunity to compare the highly regarded Daniel Smith watercolor paint colors, especially the quinadrones, with other brands of similar color. During the workshop basic techniques of color choice, composition and color saturation will be emphasized.

This workshop is for all skill levels. Bring all typical watercolor materials such as paints, paper, drawing supplies and brushes. The paints to be explored will be supplied by the teacher.

Trees in Watercolor

Karen Frattali
Tuesday & Wednesday, 9am-3pm
April 24 & 25
$90 members, $100 non-members

This workshop is an opportunity to study and refine techniques for painting various varieties of trees. Whether the trees are the main focus or a part of a background in a painting, they need to be portrayed in a natural and thoughtful fashion. Students will spend some time drawing and painting trees of all kinds to familiarize themselves with the differences in the many species and how best to paint them.

This workshop is for all levels. Bring all of the typical watercolor supplies for both drawing and painting.

Experimental Wet Watercolor

Henrietta Holton-Thomas
Wednesday, 6-9pm
Feb. 1 (1 day)
$30 members, $35 non-members

This one day watercolor workshop will focus on experimentation with a wet and loose technique. Students will build several layes of colors then add subject matter and details as the paper dries.

This workshop is for all levels. Supplies needed: watercolors, large, medium and small brushes, several pieces of lightweight and heavyweight watercolor paper.

Color Workshop for Painters

Carol Herr
Saturday 10am-1pm
Feb. 25, March 3, 10 (3 wks.)
$70 members, $80 non-members

Color mixing can be frustrating for artists of all levels. This workshop will focus on color and how to achieve what you want and need in your paintings. We will work on exercises and develop color charts that students can keep and use as reference in the future.

This workshop is for all levels. Students should bring their favorite paint and supplies they want to work with. They should also bring a canvas paper pad or watercolor paper pad (11x14” or larger), pencil, eraser and ruler.

Landscape Painting in Oil or Acrylic

Carol Herr
Wednesday, 10am-1pm
Jan. 25 - Feb. 29 (6 wks.)
$135 members, $145 non-members

Have you always wanted to paint beautiful scenery such as fields and farms, trees and streams, mountains, clouds or a beautiful sunset? This class will give you the opportunity to depict your favorite scene and work on improving your techniques. We will discuss composition, perspective, light and shadow and color mixing. Students will work on their own individual piece with help from the instructor.

This class is for all levels. Students should bring a photo to work from or may borrow one from the instructor. A supply list is available online or at the lcaa.

The Magic of Colored Pencil

Richard Huck
Saturday, 9am-4:30pm
Feb. 4 (1 day.)
$60 members, $70 non-members

Learn the secrets of creating rich colors with Prismacolor drawing pencils through the art of layering. These paintings “will come alive” as taught by award winning colored pencil artist Richard Huck. He will guide you through the step by step methods to build a finished work of art using subject matter of your choice.

For all levels, beginner-advanced. Participants need at least a set of 24 Prismacolor pencils along with a set of the Prismacolor Verithins. They also need a quality piece of smooth drawing paper (hotpress).

The Freedom of Mixed Media

Richard Huck
Saturday, 9am-4:30pm
March 24 (1 day.)
$60 members, $70 non-members

Have you ever felt limited in using only one medium? Experience the freedom of using a multitude of art materials to create a finished work of art. Experimentation is key to this two day workshop. The instructor will guide you through a “no holds barred” process that will expand your artistic horizons.

This class is for adult or teen students, all levels of experience accepted. Students should bring an assortment of mediums, these can include watercolors, acrylics, pens (permanent), pencils, colored pencils, pastels, etc., various surfaces to use as a ground. Not all of these materials are needed, bring those you wish to combine and explore.

Pastel for Beginners - Landscape Painting

Bill Puglisi
Monday, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Jan. 23 - Feb. 27 (6 wks.)
$90 members, $100 non-members

This class will feature an introduction to soft pastels - some of the many brands available, and a variety of surfaces upon which to apply them. Emphasis will be on landscape, and initial application and layering techniques. Students should bring their own reference materials to work from.

For beginner skill level. Supplies needed: 9x12 tablet of Canson Mi-Teintes paper, suggested pastels- starter set of Prismacolor NuPastel, starter set of Rembrandt or Winsor Newton pastels. The more colors and value of colors you have, the better for working in pastels.

Two Day Pastel Workshop

Eileen France
Saturday, 10am-5pm & Sunday, 12-5pm
Feb. 11& 12
$90 members, $100 non-members

This pastel workshop is designed for beginners or more experienced painters. We will discuss the basics of pastel application and work with a variety of materials and methods. Classes will be informative and relaxed with ample painting time.

For all skill levels. Bring pastels, paper and your usual painting supplies.

Open Studio - Drawing - Painting

Wednesday, 1 -5pm
Jan. 18 - April 18
$5 members ,$10 non-members

You are welcome to use our classroom to draw or paint in any medium. There is no formal instruction, however instructor Carol Herr will pop in occasionally to help with any problems. Also- if you are interested in working on portraits from a model, let Carol know in the LCAA office.

Basic Drawing

Sam Mylin
Monday, 7-9pm
March 5 - April 9 (6 wks.)
$90 members, $100 non-members

Through the concept of controlling the pencil, drawing what you see as well as the unseen from your imagination...the basic fundamentals will encourage you to go to the next step on your creative journey. This class will ignite your creativity to artistic excellence.

For beginner-intermediate skill levels. Students will need the following supplies- Sketchbook (9x12 size), pencils, erasers and color pencils or crayons.

Drawing From the Right Side of the Brain-#1 Intro

Bradley Gebhart
Thursday, 6:30-7:30pm
Jan. 19 - Feb. 23 (6 wks.)
$45 members, $50 non-members

This class will include discussion, instruction and challenging exercises which will increase your understanding of your creative or “right” side of the brain. Based on the book of the same name, this introductory class will give you the tools to improve your artistic outlook. Open minds required!

All skill levels, beginner - advanced. Supplies needed- Pencil,pen, eraser and drawing paper.

Drawing From the Right Side of the Brain- #2 Advanced

Bradley Gebhart
Thursday, 7:30-8:30pm
Jan. 19 - Feb. 23 (6 wks.)
$45 members, $50 non-members

If you’ve taken the first class please take this class to enhance all the skills and techniques learned in the first session exercises. Exercises will be more intense, rigorous and challenging.

Skill level -All levels. Teen or adult. Supplies needed - Pencil,pen, eraser and drawing paper.

Political Cartooning for Fun and Profit

Bradley Gebhart
Tuesday, 7-8pm
Jan. 17- Feb. 21 (6 wks.)
$45 members, $50 non-members

Do you have an interest in politics and / or daily world events? Do you have a sense of humor? Would you like to combine these two skills and learn to illustrate them for your own amusement or potential profit? Then take this class to learn these special techniques.

Skill level - All Levels. Teen or Adult. Supplies needed - Pen, Pencil, Paper & Eraser.

Anatomy 101: Human Figure

Bradley Gebhart
Friday, 6-7pm
Jan. 20 - Feb. 24
$45 members, $50 non-members

In this class you will learn the skeletal system; how the muscles work and their shapes and roles in movement. Adding an understanding of skin will give students the knowledge to draw naturalistic human figures better than before.

All skill levels. Adult or Teen. Supplies needed: pen, pencil, eraser, paper.

Sculpture Workshop

Henrietta Holton Thomas
Saturday, 9am-1pm
Jan. 28 (1 day)
$30 members, $35 non-members

The object of the workshop is to teach the rudiments of sculpture, three-dimensional shape, and viewing form in space. Students will work in self-hardening clay with creamic techniques. Starting with building simple shapes of human, animal, organic or abstract forms, we will turn the chosen shape frequently so as to keep the motion going all around the form. Class critiques will maximize input to the benefit of all. The aim is to produce a piece by the end of the workshop.

This workshop for all skill levels. Supplies needed- A box of self-hardening clay (Amaco or Sculpture House, check for softness), tools -pairing knife, woodend shaped or wire headed sculpture tools, board to work on, clear plastic bag to cover piece, material like sheeting to wipe hands and wrap sculpture, plastic container for water. Reference photos of subject matter.

Clay

Marilyn Morrison & Pat Reed Nute
Thursday, 10am-1pm
Jan. 12 - Feb. 2 (session 1)-4wks.
March 1 - 22 (session 2)-4 wks.
$90 members, $100 non-members (per session)
$20 materials fee (paid once - to instructors)

Come learn about throwing on the wheel and/or handbuilding- at any level. Instructors will also help you do underglazing and glazing. Make something for your home or garden, for yourself or someone else. They will provide clay, tools, glazes and firings. Attend one session or both, modified scheduling available at instructor’s OK.

All skill levels are welcome. A $20 materials fee will pay for most supplies needed.

Open Clay Studio

Thursday, 10am-1pm
Feb. 9-23 & March 29 - April 12
$5 members, $10 non-members

If you already have experience or have taken classes before and would like to work in our studio, this is the time to do it. Instructors Marilyn Morrison & Pat Reed Nute might be working on their own projects and you are welcome to join them.

Fabric Painting for Fun and Fundraising

Bradley Gebhart
Tuesday, 6-7pm
Jan. 17-Feb. 21 (6 wks)
$45 members $50 non-members

Using hands on instruction and experimentation students will learn how to create beautiful art on fabrics, which can later be framed as art, applied to T-shirts or added to clothing of any kind.

All skill levels. Students should bring a piece of fabric to class.

COA - Congregation of Art (formerly Second Tuesdays)

Sam Mylin & other Instructors
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month
10am-noon
Free

Formerly known as Second Tuesdays, this class for adults with physical and/ or cognitive disabilities meets once a month. If you know of someone who would enjoy taking this class, please call the LCAA for further information. Openings are available. There are no fees.