Allow our hands on youth studio classes to guide your family through the informal and formal processes of artistic expression in a welcoming and supportive environment. Students are exposed to traditional and experimental techniques introducing foundational theory and technique progressing to advanced interpretive design. Your child will gain confidence through applying various artistic project themes interwoven with a grounding in art history and a study of the techniques and artwork of historical masters.
Explorations in Art (Ages 5-8)
With Christine Lyons
Begins: March 22, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All materials included
Explorations in Art (Ages 9-12)
With Christine Lyons
Begins: March 22, 11:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All Materials Included
Explorations in Art (Ages 9-12)
With Maria Weiss
Begins: April 21, 4:00 pm
5 weeks, Mon 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio C
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All Materials Included
Explorations in Art (Ages 5-8)
With Maria Weiss
Begins: April 22, 4:00 pm
5 weeks, Tue 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio C
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All materials included
Anime Character Design (Ages 9-12)
With Oksana Urban
Begins: April 22, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Tue 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Great Room
Students will have fun creating their own characters all while learning the basics of everything Manga and Anime. Students will illustrate their chosen characters in different scenarios with attention to emotions, styles, proportions, and perspective. They will further the use of anime techniques of drawing with accents of colors to bring the character to life. Attention will be given to the steps of creating the finished character representation throughout the process of sketching, detailing, filling, and
Ceramics & Pottery (Ages 6 - 9)
With Anna Bonito
Begins: April 22, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Tue 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Use your hands to create three-dimensional sculpture and pottery. Learn different techniques of shaping wet clay and finishing with decorations and glazes. *All Materials Included
Elements of Expression (Ages 5-8)
With Marie D'Autant
Begins: April 23, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Wed 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio D
The program begins with definitions and projects of the elements of expression, such as line, value, color, texture, shape and space. We also work with different techniques of painting, such as pencil, colored pencils, charcoal, pastel chalk, oil pastel, acrylic and watercolor. Once we have reviewed the basics we continue with lessons I call, Art through Time. During these classes I transport my students through art from prehistoric times to contemporary art, studying many eras, trends, and styles.
Exploration in Painting and Drawing (Ages 9-12)
With Oksana Urban
Begins: April 23, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Wed 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio E
An exciting exploration into painting and drawing inspired by the wonderful world around us, nature animals are more. During this creative process, the students will be introduced to different drawing and painting techniques emphasizing proportions, color, value, and texture. Various materials will be provided for the students such as pencils, chalk, acrylics, and more. Each student will create their masterpiece while developing their techniques.
Needle Felting (Ages 9-12)
With Elizabeth Vitale
Begins: April 23, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Wed 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Drawing Studio
Students will learn the techniques of Needle Felting, a textile material that is produced by pressing wool fibers together, while creating two-dimensional works such as landscapes and portraits. Simple embroidery stitches will be incorporated to embellish the two dimensional creations. The class will transition to needle felting three-dimensional realistic or imaginative animal creations.
Explorations in Art (Ages 9-12)
With Maria Weiss
Begins: April 24, 4:00 pm
5 weeks, Thu 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio C
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All Materials Included
Ceramics & Pottery (Ages 9 - 12)
With Anna Bonito
Begins: April 24, 4:30 pm
5 weeks, Thu 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Use your hands to create three-dimensional sculpture and pottery. Learn different techniques of shaping wet clay and finishing with decorations and glazes. *All Materials Included
Explorations in Art (Ages 5-8)
With Christine Lyons
Begins: April 26, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All materials included
Explorations in Art (Ages 9-12)
With Christine Lyons
Begins: April 26, 11:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Studio A
Discover techniques of drawing and painting as you learn to create self-portraits, landscapes, still-life, or abstract paintings. Explore different materials such as watercolor, print-making, and collage while learning styles from abstract art to realism. Children view artworks by Paul Cezanne, Piet Mondrian, Frida Kahlo, or other artists to be inspired and learn art historical styles and terms. *All Materials Included
