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Adult Painting Classes - Winter 2008

(A5) Beginning Watercolors

Ages 16 & up

Explore watercolor basics through instructor demonstration and individual attention.  Learn to appreciate the beauty of watercolors as you develop your skills as an artist. 

Instructor:  Robert Mueller

Dates: Oct 2-Nov 6, Thur, (6 classes)

Times: 1:30-3:30 PM 

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$75

Non-Members
$95

(A6) Watercolors for All

Ages 18 & up

This course is perfect for the beginner or intermediate/advanced watercolor artist.  Many aspects of watercolors are explored through demonstration & critique.  Course offers as much or as little instruction as you wish.  

Instructor:  Cassandra Crocker

Dates: Oct 13-Nov 17, Mon, (6 sessions) 

Times: 1:00-4:00 PM 

Materials: Call instructor at 724-452-5473

Members
$110

Non-Members
$130

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(A22) Beginner Watercolor Painting

Ages 16 & up

Love the softness of watercolors but do not know where to begin or need a refresher?  Start with colors and palette arranging and which materials to use.  Experiment with washes, textures, wet n’ wet, dry brush, and begin to create from realism to abstract. 

Instructor:  Elaine Bergstrom 

Dates: Sept 29-Nov 17, Mon, (8 classes) 

Times: 7:00-9:00 PM 

Materials: List given upon registration 

Members
$100

Non-Members
$120

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(A33) Beginning Watercolor Pencils

Ages 13 & up

Begin with layering colors & using lines to create tones.  Also explore wet on wet and wet and dry watercolor pencil techniques.  A variety of subject matter will be explored. 

Instructor:  Elaine Bergstrom 

Dates: Oct 5-Nov 9, Sun, (6 classes) 

Times: 1:00-3:00 PM 

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$75

Non-Members
$95

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(A19) Chinese Brush painting Series 1 & 2

Ages 13 & up

Learn the traditional style of Chinese ink painting with step by step methods to create beautiful ink and watercolors of wild orchids, chrysanthemums, bamboo, plum blossoms, pine trees, and landscapes.  Then take those strokes and create more….

Instructor:  Elaine Bergstrom 

Dates: Oct 2-Nov 20, Thur, (8 classes) 

Times: 7:00-9:00 PM 

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$100

Non-Members
$120

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(A7) Painless Painting:  Oils or Acrylics

Ages 14 & up

Explore oil or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere. Experienced painters can work to develop their style or try a new technique.  New artists will be taught basic composition, color theory, and painting techniques. 

Instructor:  Kim Freithaler 

Dates: Sept 30-Nov 18, Tue (8 classes)  

Times: 9:30 AM-12 Noon

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$125

Non-Members
$145

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(A8) Painting, Over 21

Ages 21 & up

Explore oil or acrylic painting in a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying a glass of wine.  Bring your favorite to share.  We will have a refreshments sign up sheet at the first class.  Experienced painters can work to develop their style or try a new technique.  New artists will be taught basic composition, color theory, and painting techniques. 

Instructor:  Kim Freithaler

Dates: Sept 30-Nov 18, Tue (8 classes)  

Times: 6:30-9:00 PM

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$125

Non-Members
$145

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(A9) Painting, Under 21

Ages 14 & up

Bring oils or acrylics.  Paint from life or bring photo.  Try realism or abstraction.  Spend a relaxed evening exploring techniques, color usage, and composition.  Snacks provided!  Bring your favorite painting materials!

Instructor:  Kim Freithaler

Dates: Oct 1-22 ,Wed, (4 classes)  

Times: 7:00-9:00 PM

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$65

Non-Members
$85

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(A10) One Stroke Painting for Beginners:  Autumn and Holiday Decorating

Ages 16 & up

Students learn the basic strokes of One Stroke Painting while creating Autumn and winter holiday designs. 

Instructor:  Susan Link

Dates: Oct 12-Nov 16, Sat (6 classes) 

Times: 10:00-12:00 PM

Materials: For first class:  wax paper, paper towels, Styrofoam plates, & white paper or card stock.

Members
$75

Non-Members
$95

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(A18) Floral Painting Adventures

Ages 13 & up

Explore blossoms, stems, and leaves through drawing and water-based painting.   Create your own beautiful gardens!  Whether impressionistic or botanically accurate, you will learn to enhance your floral paintings. 

Instructor:  Elaine Bergstrom 

Dates: Oct 3-Nov 21, Fri (8 classes) 

Times: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$100

Non-Members
$120

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(A12) Teen  Self-Portrait  Studio (Morning)

Ages 13 & up

This is a fun approach to acrylic painting for young artists to develop their creative skills & enhance their self-expression.  Art instructor will be present to teach canvas stretching, review basic design and color theory, and support each student’s unique creative process.  Students will complete a self-portrait to be displayed in a small gallery exhibit as a finale to the course.  Sign up with a friend or use the studio time to meet other young artists!

Instructor:  Anna Duchene

Dates: Sept 30-Nov 18, Tue, (8 classes) 

Times: 12:30-3:00 PM

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$125

Non-Members
$145

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(A13) Teen  Self-Portrait  Studio (Afternoon)

Ages 13 & up

This is a fun approach to acrylic painting for young artists to develop their creative skills & enhance their self-expression.  Art instructor will be present to teach canvas stretching, review basic design and color theory, and support each student’s unique creative process.  Students will complete a self-portrait to be displayed in a small gallery exhibit as a finale to the course.  Sign up with a friend or use the studio time to meet other young artists!

Instructor:  Anna Duchene

Dates: Sept 30-Nov 18, Tue, (8 classes) 

Times: 4:15-6:45 PM

Materials: List given upon registration

Members
$125

Non-Members
$145

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