Adventures with Cold Wax Oil Painting October 11 – 12 – 13 9:00am – noon Instructor: Isabel Kumerz [email protected] In this three-day workshop, we will focus on abstract painting achieved through a layering process and color interactions. We will use cold wax medium, tube oils, pigment sticks, and a variety of tools, exploring new ways […]
with instructor: Ingrid Booz Morejohn For the first time ever we are hosting single-lesson, 3-hour gelliplate printmaking workshops with Art Alliance printmaking instructor Ingrid Booz Morejohn at the Art Alliance Gallery Downtown Annex on Fraser Street (next to the gallery) — just in time to fix all your last minute holiday needs for card making, […]
(10am – 1pm both Friday, January 3 and Saturday, January 4) We will create an abstract painting using symbols with an intention in mind (in this case words and symbols). This process will strengthen your composition and gestural drawing and keep your focus on shapes rather than color. Through this process you can create all […]
When you draw the same object (in this case a figure life model) over and over again you are visually communicating movement. The goal with this process is for you to be able to disconnect the left side of your brain which is the part that judges and analyses. You will be moving out of […]
Discover the Art of Intuitive Drawing with Isabel Kumerz Friday & Saturday, Feb. 7–8; 10am–1pm each day $85 Members / $100 Non-members In this 2 day workshop, you will create a black and white drawing following your intuition. Starting with marks and scribbles you will create a powerful three-dimensional artwork working only with charcoal and an […]
(10am – 3pm both Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22) Welcome to this two day watercolor workshop where we will paint what surrounds us. It could be the beauty of the winter landscape, maybe you have pictures from your garden that you would like to paint. You are free to choose your own subject. […]
Collagraphs are collage-type prints constructed by either assembling and adhering flat objects to a relief surface or by peeling away the plate surface which is then sealed with a medium, inked and printed. The results are highly textured, 3-dimensional prints. This course is designed for the absolute beginner with no printmaking experience as well as […]
This is a one-day workshop for watercolor beginners. We will cover the basic techniques and there will be lots of time for you to practice and ask questions. See registration for important information about supplies etc. Sign up today online!
This course is for students that have already learned the basic techniques of collagraphs and want to explore further. All materials included, you are however encouraged to bring your own printing paper.
Mondays, 1–4pm May 11–25 (3 weeks) Instructor(s) Ingrid Booz Morejohn Click here to Register Online! Learn the basics of gelliplate printmaking in this online Zoom class. Create colorful, patterned and textured monoprints that can be used for journaling, collaging, book-making, mixed media projects or as stand-alone works of art. Learn basic color theory and composition and […]
Mondays 1–4pm June 1–15 (3 weeks) Instructor Ingrid Booz Morejohn Click here to register online today! Do you already have a pile of gelliplate prints that you don’t quite know what to do with or that don’t feel quite “finished”? In this online zoom class we will create an original art journal or personal book […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED! Join Lena Thynell for a day of watercolor painting where we paint water and seascapes. Please bring your own reference photos. Beginners as well as more experienced artists are welcome. Bring your own lunch or snacks as well as watercolor supplies.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Chris teaches with a fun and relaxed style. Each day there will be demonstrations and lots of one-on-one instruction. This workshop will focus on the process of creating a watercolor painting. He will speak in-depth about devising a plan for success with your painting; the importance of drawing, design and […]
Mapping & the Mind: Using Mindfulness Skills, Art & Geography to help young adults find their place in this unsettling time – online via Zoom 9/19–10/10, 10–11am, Saturdays with Bailey Kellerman In this online (Zoom) class, students will learn how to sketch a map of the continents of the world using easy-to-remember shapes and points. […]
Program Description Using the easy to learn and “accessible for all” gelli printmaking technique, you will be carefully guided through a number of methods of making holiday themed cards or small artworks suitable for gifting in time for the winter holidays. Anyone located within the State College area can pick up a “Student Tool Kit” […]
Program Description Using the easy to learn and “accessible for all” gelli printmaking technique, you will be carefully guided through a number of methods of making holiday themed cards or small artworks suitable for gifting in time for the winter holidays. Anyone located within the State College area can pick up a “Student Tool Kit” […]
Program Description For beginning & 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. His phone number is 814-360-8571. Instructor Ken Plattner 814-360-8571 [email protected] Click here to sign up today! or call the office at 814-234-2740
Kitchen Counter Art” with Julian Nelson February 6, 13, and 29 on Zoom 10–11am $30 for an individual or a whole family! Let’s cook up some art in the kitchen! Julia Nelson will introduce you to several DIY art projects you can do with a minimum amount of materials. You will learn Paper Casting, Marbelizing, […]
Paint-Along with Lena Thynell Program Description Paint along with Lena! She will send students a picture in advance and will ask students to have a drawing ready so everyone can start painting when the session begins. Critique Included. Special Notes PLEASE NOTE: This is a TWO session class: March 17 and March 31. Our registration […]
Sponsor: Art Alliance of Central PA Title: Studio to Plein Air: Seeing Expressive Color in All Mediums Location: Rhoneymeade Arboretum & Sculpture Garden ( http://www.rhoneymeade.org/ ) Instructor: Susan Nicholas Gephart Contact: www.SNicholasArt.com, [email protected], 814-360-2116 Dates: Friday and Saturday, June 25 & 26, 2021 Time: 9am to 4pm Price: $275.00 for nonmembers and $225.00 for Art […]
Intro to Linocut Relief: Evening Class Sept 14 – Sept 28, Tuesdays 6–9pm with instructor Ingrid Booz Morejohn 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. […]
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 […]
Watercolor Workshop October 9 & 16, Saturdays, 9am–12pm each day with instructor Lena Thynell Program Description Let’s paint water. We shall meet during two Saturday mornings at the Art Alliance to paint water and seascapes. You can bring your own pictures from the beach that you would like to use as a reference. Please bring […]
2-Day All Mediums – Creative Color in the Landscape October 29 & 30, Friday & Saturday, 9:30am–4:00pm with Instructor Susan Nicholas Gephart Program Description Join Susan Nicholas Gephart, internationally recognized instructor and award winning painter who has been creating colorful, impressionistic paintings over fifty years. You will work in the medium of your choice and […]
3-Day Workshop Get in the winter holiday spirit with this 3-day workshop! Using the easy to learn, fun, and “accessible for all” gelli-plate printmaking technique you’ll be guided through a number of methods of making holiday themed cards, wrapping papers, garlands, gift tags, ornaments, or small artworks; suitable for gifting in time for the winter […]
3-Day Workshop Get in the winter holiday spirit with this 3-day workshop! Using the easy to learn, fun, and “accessible for all” gelli-plate printmaking technique you’ll be guided through a number of methods of making holiday themed cards, wrapping papers, garlands, gift tags, ornaments, or small artworks; suitable for gifting in time for the winter […]
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this workshop has been canceled. However, plans are in the works to offer it again in the spring so check back!Workshop Description Instructor: Wendy Schuster, [email protected] Beads and bead stringing have always enjoyed popularity in creating pieces for personal adornment. In this class the student will learn how to make their […]
Workshop Description Instructor: Ingrid Booz Morejohn, [email protected] This is a 4-day, 2-weekend workshop (February 4–5 and February 11–12) in which students will create a pamphlet stitch book with folded accordion spine and hard cover. Using printed and unprinted papers, students will create a personalized handbound book with pamphlet stitching. You will learn how to make […]
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 […]
With instructor Lena Thynell We will meet two mornings to paint water and seascapes. You may bring your own photographs from the beach for reference. For all levels. Please bring your own watercolor supplies and contact the instructor with any questions. The workshop fee is $100 for Art Alliance members ($120 non-members). All workshops will […]
2-Day Watercolor Workshop We will meet two mornings to paint clouds and skies in watercolor. You may bring your own photographs for reference. For all levels. Please bring your own watercolor supplies and contact the instructor with any questions. With Instructor Lena Thynell, [email protected] Friday March 25 and Saturday March 26 10 am – […]