Stained Glass with Ken Plattner Program Description For beginning and advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Call Ken about materials before the first class.
Acrylics II with Robert Placky Program Description This class is recommended for seasoned artists and students who have taken Acrylic 101 and feel comfortable painting with acrylics. This class will focus on idea development using a theme while we survey three major art styles. Explorations in Realism, Abstraction and Surrealism will develop an approach to […]
Plein Air with Jennifer Kane In-person location to be announced with Zoom backup for bad weather days. Bring your favorite drawing materials and enjoy time with others as we observe and take inspiration from our surroundings to create mindful artworks in nature. The instructor will provide structure and guidance throughout the course. You will need […]
Stained Glass For beginning and advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Call Ken about materials before the first class at 814-360-8571 . Instructor: Ken Plattner Fee: $135 members, $185 non-members. Wednesdays, 6-9:00pm, 8 weeks, begins June 16
Adventures in Acrylics The Acrylic painting class will be an open studio approach with individual one on one instruction provided “live”. New and seasoned painters are welcomed, we will review your previous work and establish a few painting goals in the 8 week long course. The history of Acrylics and foundation skills will be presented […]
Open Figure Drawing Coordinator: Tom Mickle, 814-414-6443, [email protected] Ever want to try drawing the nude figure? Come enjoy the challenge of working from the model during timed poses. Figure drawing is simply one of the best ways to keep your eye and drawing skills sharp. No instruction, but you’ll be working alongside dedicated artists from a variety of […]
Join us for an evening of relaxation and painting from the comfort of your own home. Learn how several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Join us for an evening of relaxation and painting from the comfort of your own home. Learn how several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Watercolor Sunflowers Friday, August 6, 7–9pm via ZOOM with instructor Nicole Packard Join us for an evening of relaxation and painting from the comfort of your own home. Learn how several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Oil Portraits We will focus on painting the expressive portrait in oils. Bring in a photo of a portrait you want to paint and your questions. We’ll talk about how to work with photo reference – how to edit the light and color information in the photo so it looks more life-like and expressive. We’ll […]
Join us for an evening of relaxation and painting from the comfort of your own home. Learn how several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Pen & Ink Birch Tree Pop-Up ZOOM class Sept 10, 7–9pm with instructor Nicole Packard Join us for an evening of relaxation and art from the comfort of your own home. Learn techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Intro to Linocut Relief: Afternoon Class Sept 14–Sept 28, Tuesdays, 1–4pm with instructor Ingrid Booz Morejon Program Description In this class you will learn the basics of relief printmaking, one of the oldest, most versatile and affordable printmaking methods. You will learn how to design, carve, ink, register and print single color linocuts. You […]
Silver Jewelry Making with Precious Metal Clay for Beginners October 2, Saturday, 10am–4pm with instructor Wendy Schuster Program Description Do you have a desire to make jewelry but are intimidated because you think you need extensive training? Come learn how to make beautiful fine silver jewelry using a truly amazing material called Precious Metal Clay […]
Soapstone Carving Sept 13 – October 4, 6–8pm, Mondays with instructor Chris Bittner Program Description Soapstone is a soft, natural stone that has been carved by people for thousands of years. In this class, students will start with a 12 pound chunk of soapstone and carve a piece of free-standing sculpture. We will utilize a […]
Watercolor Flowers Pop-Up Art Class via ZOOM October 8, Friday, 7–9pm with instructor Nicole Packard Join us for an evening of relaxation and painting from the comfort of your own home. Learn how several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom.
Soapstone Carving Pop-Up Art Class October 11, Monday, 7–9pm with instructor Chris Bittner Program Description Students will be introduced to soapstone as an easy-to-carve artistic material. We will learn about soapstone’s origins, uses and properties, proper use of tools and safety practices. During the class, each student will use rasps and sandpaper to carve and […]
Pen & Ink & Watercolor Sept 15 – Oct 20, Wednesdays, 9:30am–12:30pm with instructor Mary McGuire Program Description In this class using both pen and ink and watercolor, all levels of experience can find a relaxed space to be creative. With these media you can create controlled or loose and fluid results. Special Notes Beginners […]
Multi Block Linocut Printmaking: Afternoon Class Oct 5 – 26, Tuesdays, 1–4pm with instructor Ingrid Booz Morejohn Program Description Learn multi block relief printmaking, where each carved plate is inked with a separate color. When all plates have been printed in the order you decide your final print will have multiple colors and a finished […]
Multi Block Linocut Printmaking: Evening Class October 5 – 26, Tuesdays, 6–9pm with instructor Ingrid Booz Morejohn Program Description Learn multi block relief printmaking, where each carved plate is inked with a separate color. When all plates have been printed in the order you decide your final print will have multiple colors and a finished […]
Basic Drawing: An Introduction to 2D Sept 13 – Nov 1 (8 weeks) with instructor Peter Frantz In this course, students will develop basic drawing skills as they learn 2D design concepts and color theory primarily through drawing. Course Objectives: Develop an understanding of creative process (brainstorming, idea development, seeing an idea through a […]
Painting with Gouache Sept 15–Nov 2, Tuesdays, 1–4pm with instructor Jennifer Kane via ZOOM Program Description Create beautiful works on paper with this easy to use water based medium. Learn how to handle the paint with fun exercises, then move into making finished pieces. We will complete four small paintings: a landscape, a portrait, a […]
Stained Glass Sept 15 – Nov 3, Wednesdays, 6–9pm with instructor Ken Plattner Program Description For beginning and advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work.
Updated 1/7/22: Unfortunately, this class is canceled Class Description With instructor: Peter Frantz, [email protected] A special project 2D class in advanced drawing, collage, color, and perspective. Students will either start with a new or in-progress 2D project and continue with one (possibly two) art works over the course of eight weeks. Three classes will be […]
Class Description With instructor: Julia Nelson, [email protected] Students will learn to master light and shadow while creating illusions of 3D objects on paper. They will also delve into the emotive qualities of line and texture. Creating depth will be stressed but perspective will be touched upon if participants feel comfortable. If time permits color and […]
Class Description Instructor: Ingrid Booz Morejohn, [email protected] This course concentrates on developing and deepening your multi block relief printmaking skills. Learn how to vary your marks and carving, create more skilled compositions, understand mark making transitions, and further your color mixing skills. We will work on 8” x 10” unmounted Dick Blick “Battleship Grey linoleum” […]
Class Description Instructor: Ingrid Booz Morejohn, [email protected] This course concentrates on developing and deepening your multi block relief printmaking skills. Learn how to vary your marks and carving, create more skilled compositions, understand mark making transitions, and further your color mixing skills. We will work on 8” x 10” unmounted Dick Blick “Battleship Grey linoleum” […]
Class Description With instructor: Jennifer Kane, [email protected] Gouache is an opaque watercolor paint. It dries quickly and is easy to clean up. The saturated color and matte finish makes it ideal for photographing and printing, or for creating finished work to display. It can be used in combination with watercolor, ink, pencil, water soluble colored pencils, […]
Class Description With instructor: Ken Plattner, 814-360-8571 (text only) For beginning and advanced students. Beginners will make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Advanced or repeat students will continue with previous or personal projects. Registration Information 8 week session Starts Jan. 12 and meets every Wednesday from 6–9:00pm […]
Class Description With instructor: Anne Kenyon, 814-571-9811 or [email protected] Pastel, pure pigment in stick form, is an immediate and versatile medium. Using sanded paper and underpainting techniques, a wide variety of effects are possible. The focus in this class will be on the landscape with particular attention to value, composition, and use of color to […]
Ever want to try drawing the nude figure? Come enjoy the challenge of working from the model during timed poses. Figure drawing is simply one of the best ways to keep your eye and drawing skills sharp. No instruction, but you’ll be working alongside dedicated artists from a variety of art fields. Sessions are coordinated […]
About Students will learn to master light and shadow while creating illusions of 3D objects on paper. They will also delve into the emotive qualities of line and texture. Creating depth will be stressed but perspective will be touched upon if participants feel comfortable. If time permits color and color theory will be touched upon. […]
About In this class you will learn the techniques for color reduction linocut printmaking using a single lino plate for relief cutting and layering inks. You will develop your individual cutting marks and experiment with ink mixing and transparency while creating a three to four color edition. Open to all skill levels. Instructor: Cindy Hassler; […]
About India ink is an ancient drawing and painting medium that allows for high contrast, spontaneity, and experimentation. Three projects: portrait, landscape, and abstract, will be the playground to learn and practice techniques and concepts introduced in class. Instructor Jennifer Kane; [email protected] 8 week session Mar 22 – May 10 1:00–4:00pm Online via Zoom […]
About In this class we will review the basic concepts of value and composition. We will delve further into creating portraits, landscapes, and still life that have better proportions and are more visually appealing. We will learn more about your style of drawing and use that to create more satisfying pieces. Be prepared to draw […]
For beginning and advanced students. Beginners will make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Advanced or repeat students will continue with previous or personal projects. Instructor: Ken Plattner; 814-360-8571 (text only) 8 week session Mar 23 – May 11 6–9:00pm Art Alliance Center $140 (members) $170 (non-members) […]