Art Alliance member and artist Jennifer Shuey is exhibiting her work at the Downtown Improvement District Office (D.I.D.) March–April. Her show, “Painting to Preserve,” features scenes from local landscapes that are near and dear to the artist’s heart. All are done in pastel. Some works may be for sale. The D.I.D. office is next to […]

Instructor: Marisa Eichman, [email protected] Oil painting is forgiving, versatile, and fun! There are so many exciting things to learn about oil painting, that depending on where the class has interest, we’ll talk about brushstrokes, blending, layering, values, colors, edges, composition, underpainting, and glazing, supplies, exhibiting in shows, and more! I’ll start off each class with […]

Instructor: Kara Ballenger, [email protected] Digital Illustration is an amazing achievement of the 20th and 21st centuries, and it is here to stay! A majority of professional art and animation studios expect their employees to be proficient in digital art, due to how quickly artists can complete pieces digitally, and how cost-effective it is. In my […]

Instructor: Jennifer Kane, [email protected] Online via ZOOM Sumi-e ink painting is a zen practice of capturing the essence of an object or scene with simple beauty and elegance. You will learn traditional sumi-e ink brushwork techniques, then use them to create a contemporary work of art. Ceramicists who use brushwork on their pottery may also […]

Instructor: Maggie Scotilla, [email protected] Learn how to create more depth in your drawings with cross-hatching techniques and other mark making methods. This class will focus on creating artwork with pen and ink as well as colored pencils with the hope that each artist will gain confidence using these tools separately as well as together. We […]

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. $140 (members) $170 (non-members)

Instructor: Marica Tacconi, [email protected] Let loose and allow your creativity to bloom with the expressive possibilities of abstract acrylic painting. This beginners course will introduce participants to various techniques and styles, including highly textured paintings, mixed media on canvas, and acrylic pouring. We will use a range of materials and tools to create vibrant and […]

The annual Members Show is a celebration of artwork created by Art Alliance members. It is an eclectic show that capture the various interests of our artists and their chosen mediums. A typical show will include a variety of themes and subjects expressed through sculpture; pottery; watercolor, acrylic, and gouache paints; digital media; mixed media; […]

Digital Illustration for Intermediate Students is the next step in your creative, digital art journey!

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 […]