Learn the basics of transparent watercolor and explore ways to stretch yourself to a higher level even if you have experience with this medium. Like everything else in our society, watercolor is evolving and it is good for everyone to experiment with everything new.
This class is designed for all levels of ability, from beginner to advanced. Explore concepts like design, composition, color and value. We will do exercises to facilitate experimentation with a faster, looser painting style. Subject matter can be anything from landscape to figures or animals. The object is to be passionate about whatever you choose to paint.
For all levels, beginner - advanced. Supply list available online or at the LCAA.
Open Watercolor
Linda Gaston
Wednesday, 1-3pm
8 weeks- September 15 - November 3
$120 members, $130 non-members
This class is for beginners or intermediate students in watercolor. Anyone who feels they may benefit from hands on instruction and group camaraderie will enjoy this class.
Students will expand their horizons and find and develop a personal style. Linda likes to emphasize the emotional impact that any subject has on the painter and ways to convey that impression to the viewer.
Supply list available online or at the LCAA.
Painting Sky & Atmosphere
Carol Herr
Wednesday, 5:30-8:30pm
5 weeks, September 15-October 13
$115 members, $125 non-members
Look up- what do you see? Some of the most interesting subject matter to paint! Clouds, changing skies,storms, sunlight, sunrise & sunset - an infinite variety. Although very exciting to look at - these elements can prove difficult to paint and master at first. This class for oil or acrylic painters will focus on the sky and learning how to paint it convincingly. We will also work on translating the light from the sky into the atmosphere of the land and other elements in your painting.
This class is for all levels. We will work from photographs, students may bring their own or borrow one from the instructor. Supply list available online or at the LCAA.
Absolute Beginners Watercolor
George Clark
Thursday, 9am-noon or 6:30-9:30pm
6 weeks - September 23-October 28
$135 members, $145 non-members
Have you always wanted to try watercolor, or are you new to the medium, are you painting in watercolor but having some problems? No more excuses, this fun class heavy on instruction is designed with you in mind.
We will spend a little time on color theory. We will make you comfortable with the color green. You will complete a series of color exercises that will be a companion reference chart for years to come. We will show you how to make colors move, and achieve depth of field in your paintings. Did you know the color wheel can be your best friend? If you have one, bring it along.
This class is designed for the beginner, but all levels are welcome. Supply list online or at the LCAA.
Colored Pencil Workshop
Richard Huck Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4:30pm
2 day workshop- September 25 & 26
$90 members, $100 non-members
This workshop is designed to teach the basics of color layering with the use of colored pencils. Beginning with a foundation layer and building upon it with additional colors, the student will achieve their final color. The focus will be on working from life and at the same time stressing composition and contrasting values.
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). Students may bring a packed lunch, there will be a half hour lunch break.
Absolute Beginners Painting Workshop
Carol Herr
Saturday, 9:00am - 12:30pm
2 day workshop, October 2 & 9
$55 members, $60 non-members
Have you always wanted to try painting but didn’t know where to start? This workshop for beginners or those with very little experience will introduce students to both acrylic and oil painting. (Students who have allergies to oils may work just in acrylic). Several simple painting exercises will help students become familiar with the paint and what they can do with it. The very, very basics will be taught. Tips will be given on the best materials, colors, brushes, etc. This is an excellent workshop to take before signing up for one of our regular painting classes. Paints & brushes used in the class will be supplied by the instructor, so students can try out the paint before investing a lot of money.
Beginners, Adult or Teen. There is a $20 materials fee (paid to the instructor at the workshop). Students need to bring an 11x14 pad of canvas paper, pencil and eraser.
Painting Autumn
Carol Herr
Wednesday, 10am-1pm
6 weeks, October 20 - November 24
$135 members, $145 non-members
Do you love autumn but have trouble painting the multitude of colors and textures found at this time of the year? This class for oil or acrylic painters will focus on this colorful season and help you improve your painting skills. Special attention will be given to the main event- trees and fall foliage. We will work on color mixing to get all those great fall colors right! Also, creating texture with your paint and painting convincing light and shadow will be covered.
This class is for intermediate to advanced students, Adult. If weather permits we hope to go outdoors for at least 1 or 2 classes. Students should also bring an autumn photograph or they may borrow one from the instructor. Supply list available online or at the LCAA.
Mixed Media
Richard Huck
Saturday, 1- 4:30pm
5 weeks, October 16 - November 20 (no class Oct. 30)
$125 members, $135 non-members
This class will focus on combining various drawing and painting mediums together to create a figurative piece or pieces of art. Experimentation in the various mediums will be covered.
This class is for teen or adult 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. Not all of these materials are needed, bring those you wish to combine and explore.
Drawing Classes
Basic Pencil Drawing
Sam Mylin
Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm
5 weeks, September 13-October 11
$75 members, $85 non-members
Learn to see as an artist sees. We’ll learn how to see shapes in objects and landscapes, to shade and correctly define proportions in what we see. A demo will precede each lesson to enhance understanding.
Skill level-Beginner or someone who wishes to brush up on their skills. Adult or Teen Students.
Supplies needed: pencils, 9x12 drawing pad, eraser. Students can bring a drawing board if they wish.
Perspective
Sam Mylini
Tuesday, 6:30-8:30pm
4 weeks, October 26 - November 16
$60 members, $70 non-members
Perspective is important! The wrong perspective in your work can destroy what could have been a great piece. In this class you will learn 1 and 2 point perspective and how they relate to objects and landscapes in your artwork.
This class is for all levels. Adult or Teen Students. Supplies needed: ruler or straight edge 24” long, pencils, eraser, 11x14 pad of paper.
Superheroes
Bradley Gebhart
Saturday, 11am-noon
5 weeks, October 16- November 20 (no class Oct. 30)
$40 members, $45 non-members
Have you wanted to learn how to draw Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Ironman- or your favorite Superhero? This class will teach you how to draw figures in heroic poses; emotions; muscalature; and how to costume them.
This class is for adults and teens. Intermediate to advanced . Supplies needed: pencil, eraser and drawing paper.
Fantasy Illustration
Bradley Gebhart
Saturday, 10-11am
5 weeks, October 16-November 20 (no class Oct. 30)
$40 members, $45 non-members
Have you wanted to paint mythological creatures like unicorns, centaurs, pegasus or dragons? This class will teach you techniques to make your make believe creatures “Believable”.
This class is for adults and teens, intermediate to advanced. Supplies needed: Pencil, eraser, paper, brush, watercolor paint. Instructor will supply all other necessary tools.
Anatomy 101
Bradley Gebhart
Saturday, noon-1pm
5 weeks, October 16 - November 20 (no class Oct. 30)
$40 members, $45 non-members
Learn not to be afraid of drawing hands and feet, learn how all muscles work in tandem and the range of motion of the skeletal system. This class will teach you how to draw anatomically correct human figures.
This class is for adults or teens, intermediate to advanced. Supplies needed: pencil, eraser, paper.
The Expressive Portrait (This class has been canceled due to a change in the instructor's schedule.)
Francine Fox
Monday, 3-5pm
4 weeks, September 13- October 4
$60 members, $70 non-members
This class is for beginning to intermediate level students who want to gain or improve their ability to depict facial expressions that convey emotion. We will be working in graphite, but other drawing materials are welcome. The class will also include an overview of proportions of the face, and the basic techniques associated with the tools and mediums we will be using.
Supplies needed: Drawing pencils (2H,2B,4B), small pencil sharpener, white plastic eraser, kneaded eraser, 11x14 drawing tablet or larger.
Creating Memoirs
Arlene Fisher
Saturday, 1-5pm
1 day workshop, October 2
$30 members, $35 non-members
Arlene Fisher, a well known Lancaster artist and Life member of the LCAA, has written a memoir of her childhood in the 40’s and 50’s in Lancaster. She has illustrated it with drawings, using old and new photos and memories. You can create your own memoir journal in this fun workshop, using your own drawings and written memories.
All levels welcome. Supplies needed: a Loose-Leaf Journal, pencils and markers, photos and memories. A copy of Arlene’s Memoir can be viewed at the LCAA.
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Henrietta Thomas
Saturday, 9am-1pm
One day workshop, September 18
$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. We will work in self-hardening clay with ceramic 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 may be included to maximize input to the benefit of all. To produce a piece by the end of the workshop is the aim.
All levels, beginner-advanced.
Students need the following materials: A box of self-hardening clay, (Amaco or Sculpture House, check for softness). Tools- pairing knife, wooden shaped or wire headed sculpture tools. Miscellaneous, board to work on, clear plastic bag to cover piece, material like sheeting to wipe hands and wrap sculpture, plastic container for water.
Fine Crafts
Introduction to PMC (Precious Metal Clay)
Maret Headley
Monday, 6-8pm
6 weeks, October 25- November 29
$90 members, $100 non-members
Precious Metal Clay is a putty-like mix of silver or gold powder, water, and binder that makes it possible for almost anyone to make pure silver or gold jewelry in hours. PMC can be molded, textured and layered with simple tools to make pendants, earrings, rings, pins, beads, small boxes and sculptures- in fact, just about anything! The work is dried and fired in a kiln to eliminate the water and binder, leaving a unique object that is .999 fine silver.
Each student will create and take home at least 6 pieces of .999 fine silver jewelry in six weeks. Projects include a pendant, hollow beads, earrings, a ring or a brooch. Students may also create their own designs.
A materials fee for the silver clay of $100 is payable to the instructor or students may bring their own. Basic tools will be supplied for use or students may bring their own.
Outdoor Workshops
Fall Foliage & Flowers at Longwood Gardens
Karen Frattali
Tuesday or Saturday, 9:30am - 3:30PM
October 26 or 30
Location: Longwood Gardens, (students will meet there)
$60 members, $65 non-members (ticket to Longwood Gardens is included in the price).
Bring your camera and sketching materials to a tour of the gardens and conservatory of Longwood. The Instructor will direct you to the best locations to photograph and sketch in this vast 500 acre botanical estate. This workshop is designed for artists of all mediums and all ability levels.
We will meet at 9:30am in the lobby, spend the morning walking and photographing the best of the season. Additional photos of other seasons will be available. After lunch in the informal dining area, we will individually choose a place to plein air sketch.
Instructor will be available to assist each artist with defining and executing their drawing or painting. We will meet and critique at the end of the day. No matter what the weather, this is one location that has a tremendous amount of artistic potential for any painter. We will probably burn 500 calories in the process. What’s not to like?
Participants should bring a camera, sketch pad and sketching materials of your choice. Good walking shoes and comfortable clothing is suggested. Scooters are available for those who have difficulty walking.
Plein Air - Solanco Fair
Carol Herr
Friday, Sept. 17, 12 noon-5pm, Rain or Shine
Cost per excursion: $15 members, $20 non-members
Join us on a fun excursion to this great agricultural fair in the southern part of the county. This is a wonderful opportunity to draw, paint or photograph a wide variety of subject matter. Animals, flowers, fruits and vegetables, giant pumpkins, canned & baked goods, quilts, farm machinery, and of course, lots of people.
Instructor Carol Herr will give a short tour of the grounds at noon for those not familiar with the fair and then give help with your artwork when needed. This event is rain or shine, if it would rain there are plenty of indoor sites and tents.
Participants should bring their own supplies & equipment. There is great food available from many different vendors for lunch.
Second Tuesdays
Sam Mylin and other Instructors
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month
10am-noon
Art classes for adults who have physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Please call the LCAA for further information about taking the class or if you know someone who would enjoy taking this class.
Openings are available. There are no fees.
Supporters of Second Tuesday classes and the LCAA Hands On program include the Armstrong Foundation and members of the LCAA.
Children’s Classes
The Pink Flamingos
Sam & Kate Mylin
Thursday, 4:30-6pm, September 9-December 9.
$50 per child
Art Club is a developmental endeavor for young artists to improve their skill levels and develop a creative edge. The Pink Flamingos is open to children 7 - 13 years of age. Supplies are included.
Holiday Workshops
Handbuilding Clay Ornaments
and More
Marilyn Morrison & Pat Reed
Thursday, 12:30-3:30pm
3 weeks, October 7-21
$70 members, $80 non-members
Enjoy making holiday (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.) handmade ornaments and/or ceramic objects for yourself or others and learn about working in clay. We’ll guide through creation, texturizing, painting, glazing, etc. You can make multiples or one -of-a-kind. You can personalize.
All levels, Adult & Teen. There is a $20 materials fee for clay, glazes and firing which is paid to the instructors the first class. Students may also bring any supplies of their own, including shape makers like cookie cutters or molds, stamps, stencils and brushes. Aprons, old clothes suggested.
Creating a Customized Greeting Card
for the Holiday Season
Karen Frattali
Friday, 9am-3pm
2 weeks, Nov. 5 & 19, (no class on Nov. 12)
$90 members, $100 non-members
In this workshop we will be preparing a painting that can be used to print personal greeting cards or notecards that will be unique to you and that you can be proud to share with family and friends during the holiday season and throughout the year. Karen will share tips on how to keep the printing process economical and professional.
You may bring ideas or possible sketches to the workshop to expedite your painting, but the instructor will also have options to choose from. Students will do a small value sketch then proceed to a painting or drawing. 11x15 is a good workable size and facilitates a good design for printing. Any medium that works on paper is fine.
All levels. Adult & Teen. Supplies needed: Basic watercolor supplies & 11x15 sheets of arches paper. If you prefer to work in another medium, bring the supplies that faciliate that medium.
A Norman Rockwell Christmas
Bradley Gebhart
Saturday, 10am-4:30pm (1/ 2hr. lunch break)
1 day workshop, December 18
$45 members, $50 non-members
In this one day workshop you will learn easy techniques of this famous illustrator to create a memorable painting that reflects your vision of Christmas.
This workshop is for intermediate and advanced students, adult or teen. Supplies needed: Pencil and eraser. Instructor will bring other supplies needed.
Miniatures for the Holiday
Carol Herr
Friday, 5:30-8pm, Saturday, 9:30am-1pm
2 Day Workshop-December 3 & 4
$45 members, $50 non-members
Are you looking for a unique and personal gift for the holiday? Miniature paintings can make a wonderful present or you can decorate your own home with them. This workshop for oil or acrylic painters will give useful tips on painting small. You may paint any subject, it doesn’t have to be a holiday scene. The instructor will bring some reference materials, but you may work from your own.
This workshop is for all levels, Adult or Teen. Supplies needed: several small miniature canvases (5x7 or smaller) or canvas paper, your regular painting supplies, various brushes including several small sable brushes #1, #0, pencil and eraser, drawing paper.
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