Through the art of teaching, critique, demonstration, and discussion groups large and small, our faculty and students explore what creativity means through guided projects in various studio environments. We offer a wide variety of creative endeavors to build confidence and skill in ceramics, painting, drawing, photography, film, digital art, multimedia, textiles, printmaking, and jewelry design.
Advanced Wax Carving & Casting
With Michel McNabb
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Jewelry Studio
This class is for the intermediate to experienced student who has taken class with Michel or has previous experience. “Advanced Wax Carving” is designed to perfect wax carving techniques in order to create jewelry that is hand carved in wax and then cast in sterling silver or gold. We will cover various techniques such as wax granulation, lathing, creating bezels for stones in wax, and design creation. Students will learn to work independently to carve their pieces, sprue, invest, cast and polish.
Beyond the Snapshot – Creative Photography for Beginners
With Irene Hill
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Photo Studio
New to photography? Have a new camera? Want to take photos that are beyond a quick snapshot? This class goes beyond the snapshot to teach students about deliberate composition, seeing beyond the obvious, the use of good light and the creation of effective mood and design. In a relaxed and supportive environment, we will discuss new ideas, review your own photos to bring them to a higher level and go out on short photoshoots. Each week there will be an assignment based on class discussion Bring your
Creativity Without Bounds
With Miles Laventhall
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D & E Combined
Create representational imagery, experimental abstraction, or an infinite melding of concepts in between. Explore painting and glazing techniques, traditional brushwork, palette knife, and alternative painting methods.
Intro to Mixed Media
With Janie Reisler
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Experiment with a variety of art materials, including combining photo imagery with textures of paint and layering techniques. A variety of media and processes will be used: water-soluble pencils and wax crayons, watercolor and acrylic paints, inks, collage layering of textured papers from vintage magazines and books, photo transfers, and prints. Students can choose to work on canvas or board. The course will include a study of several art historical movements that used collage and mixed media and apply this
The Way to Paint
With Genie Appel-Cohen
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
A unique class for both oil and acrylic painters, from beginners to advanced students. You will learn simplified painting applications that will produce beautiful art without the frustration of do-overs and scrape-downs. Both modern and traditional painting styles are explored along with weekly lectures and PowerPoint demonstrations.
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
With Cynthia Zmetronak
Begins: February 6, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Representational Painting in Oils and Acrylics
With Janet Onofrey
Begins: February 6, 6:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Using a limited palette, beginners learn the basics of color theory and how to apply them, painting from direct observation. Students’ progress to more complicated subjects to learn techniques to create texture, reflective surfaces, glazing and more. Advanced students can work from a still life or their own photo references, learn new techniques, composition, and find their own voice or style of painting.
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
With Cynthia Zmetronak
Begins: February 6, 6:00 pm
6 weeks, Thu 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Figure Drawing
With Roumen Boudev
Begins: February 6, 6:30 pm
6 weeks, Thu 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Are you excited about learning the traditional methods of depicting the human figure based on observation while drawing from a nude model? This is your class and you will gain an understanding of human anatomy from simple geometric forms to complex structures of the body.
Advanced Abstract Painting & Contemporary Art
With Sarah Huang
Begins: February 7, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D & E Combined
Advanced Abstract Painting & Contemporary Art is designed for experienced abstract painters looking to work more independently and push the boundaries of their abstract painting practice! Students will experiment, explore and engage in critical dialogue about their paintings and receive 1-on-1 feedback with the instructor tailored to their goals. This is an advanced class. Registration requires Instructor approval.
Advanced Adobe Lightroom
With Lee Gordon
Begins: February 7, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Photo Studio
This Adobe LrC advanced class is a continuation from the introduction to LrC class, utilizing an integrated digital workflow approach. We will learn how to further evaluate and pre-visualize the extensive possibilities for developing Raw image files. Adobe LrC includes a comprehensive set of advanced development tools for controlling both global and local adjustments. We will continue to evolve our digital workflow, learning how to use the local Range Masks for either color and/or luminance adjustments to r
Advanced Drawing
With Roumen Boudev
Begins: February 7, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Learn the masters’ advanced methods, materials, and techniques and create your unique drawings! With many demonstrations, lessons, presentations, and critiques provided by the instructor, the students will be able to develop hyper realistic details and fully 3D effect, while exploring still life, landscape, and plaster cast.
Plein Air Painting
With Janet Onofrey
Begins: February 7, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Drawing Studio
Embrace the experience of painting from life, “plein air” outdoors, weather permitting. Learn to use a limited palette and size down your materials to handle the challenge of utilizing direct observation to gather information. Proper equipment is required. All levels welcome, but basic paint mixing experience is helpful. Focus is on color and composition.
Sculpting Stories in Clay
With Leda Almar
Begins: February 7, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Fri 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Students will embark on a creative journey where they learn to sculpt their emotions, memories, and ideas into tangible, expressive forms. The class combines technical instruction in hand-building techniques with a focus on storytelling through clay, helping students merge skill and imagination.
Advanced Painting
With Roumen Boudev
Begins: February 7, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Fri 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Come to our friendly painting studio to create, experiment, and have fun! Continue learning advanced methods and techniques while focusing on your unique individual approach and style. Working in either representational or non-representational styles, we will learn about exciting techniques such as glazing, direct paint, and impasto. Course emphasizes in the interaction of color and form, the rules of composition, developing a personal palette, and individual expression. All painting media and mixed media a
Advanced Sogetsu Ikebana
With Chieko Mihori
Begins: February 7, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Fri 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
This ancient Japanese art form seeks to create a living sculpture that transcends the beauty of nature. More than merely arranging flowers, Ikebana often emphasizes other areas of the plant, such as its stems and leaves, focusing on shape, line, harmony, and balance.
Exploring Watercolor: Beginners and Beyond!
With Janet Onofrey
Begins: February 7, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Fri 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D & E Combined
Using still life as subjects, students explore basic color usage, brushes, paper and mixes. Experiment with gradient washes, sponging, scratching, dry brushing, masking, wet-on-wet and more techniques.
Ceramics and Pottery
With Cynthia Zmetronak
Begins: February 8, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This fundamental course offers an exploration into creating forms in wet clay and transforming them into permanent ceramic objects. Students learn to form clay through handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel, and also explore glazes and decorative finishes. *All Materials Included
Nature & Landscape Photography
With Jerry Ginsberg
Begins: February 8, 9:00 am
6 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Photo Studio
Turn your photos from Blah to Ahhh! Give them the impact and drama they deserve. Learn how to use light, color and creative composition to make your pictures stand out with punch. Explore the Digital Darkroom and gain an overview of today’s simple, yet elegant software tools.
Freestyle Figure Drawing - Nude Model
With Barbara Wasserman
Begins: February 8, 1:00 pm
6 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Learn to translate what you see and how to draw what you see from a live model. Students will be taught movement, proportion and foreshortening. These elements will help to create your own style. Various techniques will be taught to enhance your very own creative process.
