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 […]
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” […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Create characters and bring them to life through drawing, storytelling, role-playing games, puppetry, and more! Instructor: Adam Swartz For ages 6–10 $40
Send your kiddo to the islands for the March 11 State College Area School District Inservice Day. In this program, children will learn about traditional art and activities from island places and contemporary artists from island countries. Carrie Koch, Instructor Ages 6–10 $40
Join us for opening reception of the annual Figurative Show at the Art Alliance of Central PA from 7–9:00pm. This 20+ years show celebrates the human figure. Juror Sophie Brenneman will announce 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place show winners and honorable mentions.
Update March 12: Due to inclement weather, the gallery will not be open Saturday, March 12. Visit the Figurative Show at the Art Alliance Center in Lemont. Enjoy artworks of the human figure by Central Pennsylvania artists.
Visit the Figurative Show at the Art Alliance Center in Lemont. Enjoy artworks of the human figure by Central Pennsylvania artists.
Pickup is March 20 between 4–6pm. Please make arrangements to be there. The Art Alliance does not have room to store artwork. Please wear a mask when dropping off and picking up artwork.
Join us for a relaxing evening of watercolor painting. You will learn 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.
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 – […]
Create characters and bring them to life through drawing, storytelling, role-playing games, puppetry, and more! Instructor: Adam Swartz Ages 6–10 $40
Join us for a relaxing evening of watercolor painting. You will learn 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.
An introduction to translating botanical studies and simplified landscapes into daily journaling practices. Nature and the changing of seasons are a constant source of beauty and inspiration. Translating this beauty into small drawing studies, simplified landscape paintings, and free writing can not only allow you to develop a deeper connection with the natural world, but […]
Hear local poets Sue Smith, Dorothy Blair, Mary Rohr-Dann, Mike Bourgogne, Michele Mekel, Margaret Duda, Tierra Williams, Jonathan Marks, and Steve Deutsch read their works aloud. This event is free and open to the public.
Join us for a relaxing evening of watercolor painting. You will learn 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.
The Recycled Art Show is in its 28th year of inspiring environmental and artistic goals for Central Pennsylvania artists. Entry is not juried and is open to artists of all ages. This is an opportunity for artists to express their concern for the environment and the importance of recycling programs like the one we are […]
The Recycled Art Show is in its 28th year of inspiring environmental and artistic goals for Central Pennsylvania artists. Entry is not juried and is open to artists of all ages. This is an opportunity for artists to express their concern for the environment and the importance of recycling programs like the one we are […]
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; […]
Annual Members Show The Members Show offers the opportunity for all Art Alliance members, regardless of their level of expertise, to show their work. The show will be split between June and July and held at KISH Bank Expect More Store on S. Allen St in State College. We look forward to this double annual […]
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 […]
Join us for a relaxing evening of watercolor painting. You will learn 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.
We are celebrating you with music, food, drink, and art. Join us Friday night for wine, beer, hor d’oeuvres, and music by Richard Sleigh and Andy Tollins. Saturday will include art activities for the kids. Both days will include the sale of an assortment of artworks from a private collection. All proceeds support the Art […]
Centre Gives is May 10–11. Centre Gives is Centre Foundation’s annual, 36-hour online giving event, designed to encourage community giving and to highlight and support the great work of local nonprofits. It provides a fun and exciting way for donors to choose the organizations they wish to support and see their gifts go further through […]
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 […]
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) […]
About 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. Coordianted by […]
Join Joanne Landis for her Gallery Talk on Saturday, May 14 from 10:00–11:30am at the KISH Bank Expect More Store on South Allen St. Joanne will talk about her most recent works; how her painting has transition from a patterned to more open style; why she paints archetypal characters, most who are women; and her […]
