Learn to take a painting from idea to finished product with instructor Nicole Packard. In this 4 week class you will review the basics of watercolor painting including blending, mixing colors, layering, and embracing the chaos of watercolor. You will also learn several more complex skills and techniques. Whether you are a beginner or have […]
Learn how to handle drawing buildings within larger scenes, how to depict buildings without including every detail, and how to make your depiction of a variety of buildings more effective in your artwork. Learn how to suggest detail without drawing all of it and how to get the scale and perspective right. Tips will be […]
All levels welcome. Beginners will make a small project to learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Experienced and returning students can continue with prior pieces or begin a new project.
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 […]
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 […]
Updated 6/14: This workshop has been canceled. 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. Value studies will be created to capture the light and form, then those studies will be developed into finished […]
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 touched upon if participants feel comfortable. If time permits color and color theory will be touched upon. Plan to […]
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. With instructor Cindy Hassler. […]
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. With instructor Ken Plattner. Register by June 12. 8 weeks, 6–9:00pm June 15–August 3 Art Alliance members receive 20% off class tuition.