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Featured Featured Event Series Creative Color in the Landscape with Instructor Susan Nicholas Gephart (10/29 & 10/30)

Creative Color in the Landscape with Instructor Susan Nicholas Gephart (10/29 & 10/30)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$250.00

Event Series Basic Drawing: An Introduction to 2D (9/13–11/1)

Basic Drawing: An Introduction to 2D (9/13–11/1)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$130.00
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Winter Warmth: Fabric & Ceramic Show

Kish Bank’s Expect More Store 114 S. Allen St., State College, PA, United States

Winter Warmth will evoke thoughts of a warm mugs of cider and curling up in a toasty quilt…..perfect for these frosty mornings. The show is hosted by the Art Alliance Affiliate Potters Guild of Central PA and on display inside the Kish Bank Expect More Store through November. 

Event Series Painting with Gouache (9/15–11/2)

Painting with Gouache (9/15–11/2)

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

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 […]

$170.00
Event Series Stained Glass (9/15 – 11/3)

Stained Glass (9/15 – 11/3)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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.

$170.00
Event Series Open Model Session (9/16 – 11/4)

Open Model Session (9/16 – 11/4)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

Weekly Evening Open Model Session Sept 16 – Nov 4, Thursdays, 7–9:30pm Tom Mickle is the coordinator 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 […]

$10.00
Event Series Afternoon Holiday Gelliplate Printmaking Series

Afternoon Holiday Gelliplate Printmaking Series

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Evening Holiday Gelliplate Printmaking Series

Evening Holiday Gelliplate Printmaking Series

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

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Opening Reception for Abstraction Show

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

You are invited! Be among the first to view the show; meet the artists; mingle with friends new and old; and hear from the show juror, Ann Tarantino Friday, November 12 from 7–9:00pm at the Art Alliance Center in Lemont.  About the Show The wonder of abstract art is that its message is personal. It […]

Featured Featured Event Series See Abstraction Show In-Person

See Abstraction Show In-Person

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

The wonder of abstract art is that its message is personal. It is intended for and interpreted differently by each viewer. It is meant to evoke a response. It begs you to look within and without, to question what you see. Be your reaction wonderment, disgust, humor, curiosity, or joy—that you feel something, anything, is […]

Free

November is Native American Month on SCASD Inservice Day

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

When the State College Area School District is closed for inservice days, we are open! In this session we will explore a little bit of the culture and art of some of the Indigenous people of North America. Spirit animals, weaving, sand painting, and pictogrphs are just a few things we will create. We will […]

Featured Featured Event Series Potters Guild 50th Anniversary Holiday Sale

Potters Guild 50th Anniversary Holiday Sale

Tussey Mountain Lodge 301 Bear Meadows Road, Boalsburg, PA, United States

Potters Guild Holiday Sale December 4th – 5th Looking for unique, locally crafted gifts this holiday season? Come to Tussey Mountain on December 4th and 5th to find that special gift. The Potters Guild Annual Holiday Sale will be held at Tussey Mountain’s lodge, 301 Bear Meadows Road in Boalsburg from 10 a.m. to 5 […]

Holocaust Exhibition at Schlow Library

Schlow Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United States

Portrait of Beno Weiss, by Susi Weiss Art Alliance members and other artists contributed paintings, prints, photographs, and poems to create a powerful exhibition on the Holocaust at Schlow Library. “Americans and the Holocaust,” an exhibition sponsored by the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association, will be in the Pattee and Paterno […]

Intermediate Drawing 

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

Poetry Reading: Holocaust Exhibition at Schlow Library

Schlow Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United States

The public is invited to hear the poets read their works aloud on Tuesday, January 11 at 5:30 pm at Schlow Library. Entry is free. Masks are required. 

Poetry Reading: Reflections on Americans and the Holocaust

Schlow Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United States

Join us for a virtual poetry reading by the authors exhibited in this month’s Betsy Rodgers Allen Gallery: Reflections on Americans and the Holocaust. 5:30 pm on Tuesday, January 11 via Zoom The community exhibition of local poetry and art was developed in response to the “Americans and the Holocaust” traveling exhibition at University Libraries, Penn State […]

Discover the World of Circle Art

Art Alliance Children’s Studio 824 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

Student will explore circle art by identifying circles and colors with activities that combines some of our favorite art tools—paints, colorful paper, color pencils, and more. Activities are geared to elementary school aged children. 9:00am–3:00pmArt Alliance Children’s Studio in LemontInstructor: Donna LawrenceFee: $40/student

$40

Watercolor Winter Landscapes Pop Up

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

Enjoy an evening of relaxation and drawing from the comfort of your own home. Learn several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom. You will need a sheet of watercolor paper, a set of watercolors (tubed or palette paints are fine), […]

$15

Silver Jewelry Bead Making with Precious Metal Clay (PMC) 

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$165

Drawing Landscapes with Pen and Ink

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

Enjoy an evening of relaxation and drawing from the comfort of your own home. Learn the basics of drawing with pens while creating your own version of this work. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over zoom. You will need a sheet of paper, a set of sepia or black pens (Micron […]

$15

Call for Entry Deadline

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

Last day to enter the 2022 Figurative Show. Get entry information.

Event Series Bookbinding Workshop: Expandable Journal/Sketchbook 

Bookbinding Workshop: Expandable Journal/Sketchbook 

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$155
Event Series Beginning Drawing 

Beginning Drawing 

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

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 […]

$105

Landscapes in Chalk Pastel

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

Enjoy an evening of relaxation and drawing from the comfort of your own home. Learn the basics of chalk pastel while creating your own version of this drawing. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over Zoom. You will need a sheet of paper (mixed media or pastel paper works well), a set […]

$15

Silver Jewelry Making for Beginners with Precious Metal Clay (PMC)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$165
Event Series Watercolor Seascapes

Watercolor Seascapes

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$100
Event Series Multi Block Linocut: Upping Your Game (Afternoon)

Multi Block Linocut: Upping Your Game (Afternoon)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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” […]

$165

Inservice Youth Program: Exploring New Art Techniques

Art Alliance Children’s Studio 824 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

Exploring New Art Techniques Put away the paint brushes and get ready to create art with wax paper, bottle lids, string and so much more. Kids will learn to explore their creativity with different media and techniques using items that can be found in the home.

$40
Event Series Multi Block Linocut: Upping Your Game (Evening)

Multi Block Linocut: Upping Your Game (Evening)

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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” […]

$165

Event Series Painting with Gouache 

Painting with Gouache 

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

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, […]

$140
Event Series Stained Glass

Stained Glass

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$140
Event Series Pastels 

Pastels 

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$110
Event Series Weekly Evening Open Model Session

Weekly Evening Open Model Session

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

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 […]

$10

Watercolor Cliffs on Waters Edge Pop Up

ZOOM Class Your computer, PA, United States

Learn several watercolor techniques while creating your own version of this painting. Artist Nicole Packard will lead you through the process over Zoom. You will need a sheet of watercolor paper, a set of watercolors (tubed or palette paints are fine), and paintbrushes. 

$15

Artwork Drop Off: Figurative Show

Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA, United States

Artists are expected to deliver their work to the Art Alliance on March 6 between 4–6pm. Fill out and attach the labels to your artwork (see page 2 of this document). Prior to March 6 please email a high resolution image of your artwork to [email protected] so we can include it in a virtual show […]