Advanced Painting Studio

Taught by Eleanor Miller / senior $360

For the beginner or for those who want opportunities for growth, this on-site studio course explores the fundamentals of drawing and painting. A wide variety of subjects, textures, and lighting effects will be used to enhance perceptions and skills. Problems in color and composition will also be presented through still life set-ups. Painters using all media, at all levels, are welcome. A materials list will be sent upon registration. F14 12 sessions starting Mon., Sep. 14 9:00am-12:00pm

Taught by Poramit Thantapalit

Learn how to use the cyanotype process to produce distinctive blue images by using sunlight. During this workshop, participants will learn how to mix and apply chemistry to paper and print unique cyanotypes using a sunlight exposure. This workshop is open to adults at all levels. Most materials will be provided, but participants should bring the following supplies: at least two watercolor or printmaking papers (size 8"x10" or smaller), pencil, tape, scissor/cutter and latex gloves. No experience needed. F41 1 session, Sun. Nov. 15 1–4pm

Taught by Lauren Rudolph

In this class, we will learn how to paint a portrait in oils from a reference photo. Starting with the initial sketch we will learn how to break down the face into patterns and shapes in order to see that areas of light and dark that create form. In this first step we will see how we can paint with pencil using the same principals that we will then bring in with paint. The underpainting is a scaffold upon which we will lay our colors. The underpainting creates a visual structure and another layer from which we can get to know the subject. We will learn how to create an underpainting using one color to create darks and lights as our foundation. In the final stages we will be adding paint. We will learn how to mix colors ahead of time to use for our flesh tones. The world of color is fascinating and there is so much to explore. We will discuss how to apply color and to see them for what they are and how to create a dynamic, life-like feeling. A list of all materials will be sent upon registration. F161 12 sessions starting Thu. Sep 17 6:30-9:30pm