Nature and the changing of seasons are a constant source of beauty and inspiration. Translating this beauty into small sketches, simplified landscape paintings, and free writing can not only allow you to develop a deeper connection with the natural world, but it can also re-frame your focus on observing the simple and elegant details that […]
Workshop Description Instructor: Wendy Schuster, [email protected] 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 (PMC). PMC is exactly what its name describes—metal, but in the form of […]
This workshop will explore acrylic pouring, a technique that produces quick paintings with dramatic, contemporary results. We will cover different paint mixing and several ways of pouring the paint over the canvas. By the end of the workshop, you will have a vibrant painting with “cells’’ that will give the work a “marbled” effect. With […]
Make Silver Jewelry with Precious Metal Clay With instructor Wendy Schuster It’s not too early to start creating holiday gifts! Learn how to make beautiful fine silver jewelry using a truly amazing material called Precious Metal Clay (PMC). Don’t be intimidated—this class is for beginners! PMC is exactly what its name describes – metal, but […]
Draw & Paint Outdoors with Jennifer Kane If you love to be outdoors and you love making art, this is the workshop for you! Learn how to connect with your surroundings through observation, sketching, and painting. Color studies will be created to capture the light and form, then those studies will be developed into finished […]
Water & Seascapes Workshop with Lena Thynell Join me for a two day in-person watercolor workshop at the Art Alliance. We will paint water and seascapes. You may paint from your own reference photos if you want. Please bring your own watercolor supplies. $110 (members) $130 (non-members) Sept. 16–17 10:00 am–1:00 pm Art Alliance Center […]
Beginning A Photo Artistic Life/Beyond Auto Mode On Your Camera with Tricia Rubio A comprehensive workshop for learning how to begin a photo artistic life. We will cover everything from just what exactly all those dials and settings on your camera are for to composition, light, editing, and resources. This is a hands-on/practice workshop that […]
Acrylic Pour Painting with Marica Tacconi Register by Sept 24 This workshop will explore acrylic pouring, a technique that produces quick paintings with dramatic, contemporary results. We will cover different paint mixing and several ways of pouring the paint over the canvas. By the end of the workshop, you will have a vibrant painting with […]
Small Works, Big Impact in Watercolors with Michele Rivera Experience the enjoyment of creating 4″x6″ paintings, using watercolors, markers, and other supplies. We will explore the avenue of less is more in your artwork. “Keeping it simple in a chaotic world.” Contact instructor for supplies list. $55 (members) $65 (non-members)
Narrative Figures in Oil or Acrylic with Joanne Landis Join Joanne Landis (previously) in this 1-day workshop to practice painting narrative figures. The workshop will begin with drawing warm-ups in pencil with a rapid understanding of the figure and layout. This will be followed by a series of small paintings in black and white and […]
This workshop will explore acrylic pouring, a technique that produces quick paintings with dramatic, contemporary results. We will cover different paint mixing and several ways of pouring the paint over the canvas. By the end of the workshop, you will have a vibrant painting with “cells” that will give the work a “marbled” effect. The […]
Learn 20 photography composition rules and when to break them! We will learn some basic rules/creative techniques and then go outside to practice these so bring your camera or smartphone. Instructor: Tricia Rubio, [email protected] February 18 and 25 Saturday, 1–3:30pm Art Alliance Center $40 (members) $50 (non-members)
Instructor: Lena Thynell, [email protected] Welcome to this three hour watercolor workshop where we shall paint a beautiful sunset. Lena will use a reference photo from our vicinity and guide you through the painting process. Bring your own watercolor supplies. Email instructor for supplies to bring along if you want. $55 (members) $65 (non-members)
Instructor: Marica Tacconi, [email protected] This workshop will explore acrylic pouring, a technique that produces quick paintings with dramatic, contemporary results. We will cover different paint mixing and several ways of pouring the paint over the canvas. By the end of the workshop, you will have a vibrant painting with “cells” that will give the work […]
Instructor: Michele Randall, [email protected] Encaustic is an ancient hot wax painting technique that creates luminous paintings with rich color. This class gives participants a hands-on introduction to the encaustic process. Learn how to set up an inexpensive workspace, build opaque and translucent layers, create collages, and develop mark-making techniques. There will also be an in-depth […]
Instructor: Tricia Rubio, [email protected] Let’s review composition and learn even more photography tools. We will discuss using challenges and projects for improving our images. Let’s try a challenge or two during class so bring your camera and or smartphone. Time can also be spent reviewing your images if you would like feedback. $55 (members) $65 […]
Instructor: Erin Baumgartner, [email protected] In this weekend workshop you will be led through a step-by-step process of creating a spring composition through illustrations of flora and fauna. The class will focus on creating one “finished product” but will explore nature journaling practices, showcase different ways of creating composition, and celebrate using (and combining) different mediums. […]
With instructor Lena Thynell. Welcome to this 3-hour watercolor workshop where we shall paint barns. Lena will use a reference photo from our vicinity and guide you through the painting process.We will meet two Saturdays in a row. Bring your own watercolor supplies. Email instructor for supplies to bring along if you want. $110 members […]
August 22, 1–4pm — Instructor: Marica Tacconi In this workshop we will create an abstract acrylic painting without the use of any brushes. Instead, we’ll use palette knives, scrapers, spatulas, and squeegees to create gestural, highly expressive work that favors color and texture. This easy and fun technique allows you to let loose and nurture […]
September 13 – 16, 10am – 4pm each day To reserve a spot in the workshop please submit a $100 deposit. The full registration fee is due not later than August 25, 2023. Chris Leeper, Instructor 10am–4pm each day Christopher Leeper is a nationally known artist from Canfield, Ohio. He participates frequently in national juried […]
Instructor is Marica Tacconi This workshop will explore acrylic pouring, a technique that produces quick paintings with dramatic, contemporary results. We will cover different paint mixing and several ways of pouring the paint over the canvas. By the end of the workshop, you will have a vibrant painting with “cells” that will give the work […]
September 30 & October 1, 8:30am – 3:30pm each day Alice Kelsey, InstructorPlein Air on the grounds of of Boal Mansion Alice Kelsey is a full-time artist, working primarily in oil and pastel in a colorful and expressive abstract impressionist style. Her work is recoginized with awards in national juried exhibitions,as well as signature membership […]
October 2 and 9th from 6-8pm during Clay Handbuilding Open Studio 2-day (2 Mondays) Polymer Clay Jewelry Class, Mokume Gane technique and basic jewelry making Instructor: Ann Taylor-Schmidt This is my two-day class on the super easy Mokume Gane technique in polymer clay and in basic jewelry making techniques. You may create a pendant, earrings, or […]
October 20 and 21 — Joanne Landis, Instructor 11am -2 pm each day Joanne describes herself as a “narrative painter, a storyteller” with figures, mostly women, are often mediations or archetypes, myth or personal experience.. She has exhibited her work throughout the Northeast, Florida, and California. Her two day workshop in acrylics will concentrate on […]
Instructor is Tricia Rubio Come one, come all, DSLR and Cell phone photographers. In this interactive workshop we will cover the basic rules and how to apply these in the real world. Learn to see and shoot a variety of visual elements to create your unique photographs. Boost your creative photography and put new composition […]
Join fiber artist, Kari Roslund, for a two hour workshop and learn how to create a bird themed felted ornament — this workshop is for a Cardinal ornament. All materials provided. Registration is required. See link below.
Join fiber artist, Kari Roslund, for a two hour workshop and learn how to create a bird themed felted ornament. This workshop you will make a nuthatch ornament. All materials provided. Registration is required. See link below.
2-day All Mediums WorkshopFriday, Feb 2 & Saturday, Feb 39:30am – 4pm both dayswith instructor Susan Nicholas Gephart Join Susan Nicholas Gephart, internationally recognized instructor and award winning painter who has been creating colorful, impressionistic paintings over fifty years. Susan is a seasoned plein air and studio painter that will lead you to your personal color […]
Saturday, Feb 2411am – 3pmwith artist instructor Sydney Turner Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own watercolors from start to finish? Or how watercolors become the beautiful vibrant and transparent paints they are? This is the workshop for you! You will gain hands-on experience making your watercolor paint binder from scratch, […]
Sunday, Feb 2511am – 3pmwith artist instructor Sydney Turner Explore the wonders of gouache! Discover the versatility of this opaque watercolor medium, which allows you to paint with thicker textures or embrace the delicacy of traditional watercolors. In this workshop, you will get hands-on experience learning how to create your own gouache paint from start […]
Saturday, Feb 24 & Sunday, Feb 2511am – 3pm both dayswith artist instructor Sydney Turner Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own watercolors and gouaches from start to finish?For the watercolor workshop (Sat): Ever wondered how watercolors become the beautiful vibrant and transparent paints they are? This is the workshop for […]
Felted Wool Basket Workshopwith instructor Kari RoslundMonday, March 18, 6–8pm Join fiber artist, Kari Roslund, and learn how to create a simple wet-felted basket for spring. This is a great great workshop for friends or a unique opportunity to create alongside your child. Student ages 9 and up with a caregiver. Space is limited to 7 pairs […]
Needle Felted Eggswith instructor Kari RoslundTuesday, March 19, 6–8pm Join fiber artist, Kari Roslund, and learn how to create a simple needle felted eggs for spring. This is a great great workshop for friends! Space is limited!
Watercolor Flower in Vaseswith instructor Lena ThynellWednesday, April 10, 1–4pm Join us for an afternoon of watercolor exploration in this three hour workshop with instructor Lena Thynell. To paint a glass vase full of flowers might seem difficult but there are some simple steps that Lena is excited to share! Please bring a vase and flowers of […]
Polymer Clay Creations Workshop for Teens!with instructor Ann Taylor-SchmidtSaturday April 6 & Saturday April 2010am–12pm Join Instructor Ann Taylor-Schmidt for this exploration of the Mokume Gane technique in polymer clay and in basic jewelry making techniques. This workshop is designed for teens ages 13 through 17. This is a two-day workshop on 4/6 (day one) […]
Framing Your Paintingswith instructor Lena ThynellWednesday, April 24, 1–4pm Learn how to frame your watercolor paintings with and without glass. During this three hours workshop we shall explore how to frame your watercolor paintings with glass and a matting and also how to frame without glass. Lena frames all her paintings by herself. She will […]