THE ESSENCE OF
WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPES
JOAN DOWNEY
Session A
Seven Tuesdays, beginning September 23
9:00am-1:30pm
Session B
Seven Wednesdays, beginning
September 24
9:00am-1:30pm
This is a class for advanced painters; therefore, you are encouraged to interpret the landscape your way! Each class will begin with a brief presentation of a well known painter's work. The class will meet in the studio and at various locations along the shoreline. When on site, students will observe shapes, colors, light and atmosphere of the day, and then simplify and design their own painting. Each class will conclude with a critique and group discussion. The first class will meet at the GAC and proceed to a painting location. The studio will be used in the case of rain. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Bring your own sketchbook and painting materials, water bottle and snack. Materials list provided.
Tuition $268.00
Members $241.00
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BASIC WATERCOLOR PAINTING
SUZANNE SIEGEL
Eight Tuesdays, beginning September 23
6:00pm-9:00pm
This class is geared for students with limited or no experience with watercolor painting. No drawing skills are necessary. We will explore the unique properties of this magical medium through transparent washes and layering, mingled washes, and reserved shapes of untouched paper. Discussion of materials skills, color theory, and the history of watercolor painting are included as we begin with a foundation of monochromatic exercises, and then explore two and three color exercises and simple still life compositions. Group critiques, individualized instruction, and demonstrations are included. Materials list provided.
Tuition $208.00
Members $188.00
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WATERCOLOR ILLUSTRATION
CHRISTOPHER UMINGA
Ten Wednesdays, beginning September 24
6:30pm-9:30pm
Close your eyes, what do you see? That is a question I ask myself everyday. In this class we will explore watercolor techniques as they apply to illustration. Through demonstrations as well as group discussions and one on one instruction, students will explore a new exciting way to paint. Learn to draw and paint subjects that interest you. Sure, watercolor is great for painting landscapes and flowers; we all know that, but this class is designed to help students use their imagination and be more creative as far as subject, techniques and composition. This is what I do best; so let me ask you: when you close your eyes, what do you see? Beginning and advanced students are welcome. Materials list provided.
Tuition $258.00
Members $231.00
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APPRENTICE/MENTOR
PAINTING & DRAWING
LADY MCCRADY
Five Sundays, beginning September 14
10:00am-12:30pm
Whether you're developing your painting and drawing skills and methods, or starting from scratch, this is a class to enjoy. Take time with color and form, to paint and draw with other artists, and to get sound advice about your work in a supportive environment. Work on a portfolio preparing for college applications, try new ideas, develop your individual style, but mostly, enjoy the luxury of art making. When you work alongside a teacher, you absorb different ways of working than you might expect. Materials: Acrylic paints on paper or canvas, and drawing on paper, sizes preferred approx 22 x 30. Bring photographic landscape or narrative reference photos, clippings, and in week one, we'll work in vivid colors and still life.
Tuition $153.00
Members $133.00
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EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLOR
DAVID FERREIRA
Two Saturdays, September 6 and 13
9:00am-1:00pm
Whether you have experience with watercolor painting or you are just curious about the medium, Experimental Watercolor will be a fun class for you. Watercolor is an ancient and versatile medium that can be used in very unique and interesting ways. Students in the class will take some time to explore their color pallet by color mixing and basic application techniques. Then we will get into the fun stuff! We will explore several different nonconventional techniques that can be applied in watercolor painting. Some of the different techniques we will explore will be wet on wet, lifting, layering, color dropping, bleaching, blotting, texturing, salting, collaging and masking. Students will perform several shorter exercises to experiment with these new techniques. You will then be given a chance to apply your newfound skills to a series of paintings based on your own dreams. A fun and interesting experience is to be had by anyone looking to broaden their understanding of watercolor and its possibilities. Materials list provided.
Tuition $147.00
Members $123.00
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MIXING & BLENDING PAINT
JULIA ROGOFF
Two Sundays, October 26 & November 2
10:00am-4:00pm
For painters wanting to improve their handling of color: Have you ever wanted to set aside some time and just learn to mix and blend and handle your color better, on its own terms? This is your chance! Take this intensive 2-day workshop, and come prepared to work hard and fast, with lots of risk-taking, as we explore the full power of color to create a dynamic language of its own. Each day will start with a series of structured blending exercises, exploring how to mix families of colors, controlling a range of warm/cool, dull/intense, and light/dark colors. We will also work in series, executing a range of versions of a small simple still life using one object, as we experiment with different approaches in color depiction and space: classical time-of-day gradations emphasizing light vs. shade and traditional modeling of form; 'impressionist' optical mixing and pointillism; expressionistic mark-making and textures; and finally, manipulation of color adjacencies and simultaneous contrast, all in order to emphasize the starring role of color itself. Oil paint will be our main medium (or acrylics, if necessary), but on day two we will add 'mixed media": oil pastels /oil stick, ink or watercolor, collage, and paint on paper. Please come with colors as listed on the materials list. Materials list provided.
Tuition $203.00
Members $178.00 |
