Passion of Soft Pastels, Helen Solomon 2025-2026

Passion of Soft Pastels    B-I
Helen Solomon

Tuesdays: 1:00 – 4:00

Whether you’re new to soft pastels or looking to expand your existing skills, these lessons will enhance your painting experience. Pastels are sticks of pure powdered pigment combined with a binder, which determines the type of pastel (soft, semi-soft, hard, or pan pastels). The smoother the pastel, the higher the ratio of pigment to binder. In this class, you will build a solid foundation in the fundamentals while developing your unique style. You’ll master painting techniques that enable you to create stunning landscapes, portraits, and mixed-media applications. Pastels are an excellent medium for techniques such as composition, capturing light, and transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: 4 wk: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
S3: 4 wk: Nov 4, 11, 18, 25
S4: 4 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
S5: 4 wk: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24

 

4 wk: Member: $135
Future Member: $ 160

5 wk: Member: $169
Future Member: $194

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Simplified Acrylics II, Helen Solomon 2025-2026

Simplified Acrylics II     I-A
Helen Solomon

Thursdays: 9:00 – 12:00

Participants will delve into the details of preparing a canvas and learn how to transfer their references using their photographs or freely available online resources. This intermediate to advanced class comprehensively examines various acrylic techniques, aesthetic concepts, and mediums. Participants will enjoy three hours of dedicated studio time with fellow acrylic enthusiasts, fostering an environment rich in creativity and camaraderie among like-minded artists. Throughout the class, students will have the valuable opportunity to engage in constructive discussions about their artwork, provide critiques on their peers’ pieces, and benefit from the instructor’s demonstrations.

 

S1: 4 wk- Sep 4, 11, 18, 25
S2: 5 wk- Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: 4 wk- Nov 6, 13, 20, (no Nov 27), Dec 4
S4: 4 wk- Jan 8, 15, 19, 26
S5: 4 wk- Feb 12, 19, 26
S6: 4 wk- Mar 5, 12, 19, 26
S7: 4 wk: Apr 2, 9, (no Apr 16), 23, 30

4 wk: $137 Member
Future Member: $162

5 wk: $171 Member
Future Member: $196

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Simplified Acrylics, Really, Helen Solomon 2025-2026

Simplified Acrylics, Really.     B-I
Helen Solomon

Thursdays: 1:00 – 4:00

This course is designed for beginners and those seeking to enhance their acrylic painting skills. Students will explore various techniques and styles unique to acrylics, covering topics such as canvas preparation, color mixing, composition, and paint application. The class will feature demonstrations, discussions, and personalized instruction, allowing students to develop their painting styles at their own pace. You can use your photographs or explore images from Unsplash.com and Pixabay.com for inspiration.

S1: 4 wk: Sep 4, 11, 18, 25
S2: 5 wk: Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: 4 wk: Nov 6, 13, 20 (no Nov 27), Dec 4
S4: 4 wk: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29
S5: 4 wk: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
S6: 4 wk: Mar 5, 12, 19, 26
S7: 4 wk: Apr 2, 9, (no Apr 16), Apr 23, 30

4 wk: $137 HC Members
$162 Future Members

5 wk: $171 HC Members
$196 Future Members

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Pen & Ink – World of Lines, Dots & Scribbles, Sheryl Unwin 2025-2026

Pen & Ink     B-A
Sheryl Unwin

Thursdays: 9:00-12:00

An introduction into the world of Pen and Ink with Sheryl Unwin. This class is perfect for artists of all levels, from beginners curious to explore a new medium to experienced ink artists looking to refine their pen and ink skills. Come and join this class and embark on an exciting journey into the captivating world of Pen and Ink.

S1: 4 wk – Sep 4, (no Sep 11), 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: 5 wk – Oct 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6
S3: 4 wk – Nov 13, 20, (no Nov 27 & Dec 4), 11, 18
S4: 5 wk – Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19
S5: 4 wk – Feb 226, Mar 5, 12, 19
S6: 5 wk – Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4 wk – Member: $135
Future Members: $160

5 wk – Member $169
Future Members: $194

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Drawing the Human Figure, Mark Shamlian 2025-2026

Drawing the Human Figure     B-A
Mark Shamlain

Thursdays: 1:00 – 4:00

Drawing the human body does not have to be intimidating! By understanding and combining simpler underlying forms of anatomy, you can grow and succeed in this challenging but rewarding pursuit. Sessions will feature short and extended model poses. Instruction will be tailored to each students skill level. We will cover materials, various techniques, measuring, expression, and composition. Class fee includes model fee.

 

S1: Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: Oct 9, (no Oct 16 & 23), 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
S3: Dec 4, 11, 18, (no Dec 25 or Jan 1), Jan 8, 15
S4: Jan 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19
S5: Feb 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26
S6: Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

$222 Members
$247 Future Members

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Fundamentals of Drawing, Janet Flickinger (Tuesdays) 2025-2026

Fundamentals of Drawing     B-A
Janet Flickinger

Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30

The foundation of all art is drawing if you have never drawn before or just want to sharpen your skills this class is a must. Focusing on perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition; we will train the eye to take a drawing from sketch to finished artwork in the medium of your choice. Bring quality photos to use and I suggest choosing a subject you are passionate about.

S1: 5 wk – Sep 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: 4 wk – Oct 7, 14, 21, 28
S3: 6 wk – Nov 4, 11, 18, (no Nov 25), Dec 2, 9, 16
S4: 4 wk – Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
S5: 4 wk – Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
S6: 5 wk – Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
S7: 4 wk – Apr 7, 14, 21, 28

4 wk: Member: $123
Future Member: $148

5 wk: Member: $145
Future Member: $170

6 wk: Member: $173
Future Member: $198

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Fundamentals of Drawing, Janet Flickinger (Mondays) 2025-2026

Fundamentals of Drawing      B-A
Janet Flickinger

Mondays: 2:00 – 4:30

The foundation of all art is drawing whether you have never drawn before or just want to sharpen your skills this class is a must. Focusing on perspective, balance, form, and contrast as it all relates to composition; we will train the eye to take a drawing from sketch to finished artwork in the medium of your choice. Bring quality photos to use and I suggest choosing a subject you are passionate about.

S1: 4 wk- Sep 8, 15, 22, 29
S2: 4 wk- Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
S3: 6 wk- Nov 3, 10, 17, (no Nov 24), Dec 1, 8, 15
S4: 4 wk- Jan 5, 12, 19, 23
S5: 4 wk- Feb 2, 9, 16, 23
S6: 5 wk- Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
S7: 4 wk- Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

4 wk: Member: $123
Future Member: $148

5 wk: Member $145
Future Member $170

6 wk: Member: $173
Future Member: $198

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Color Pencil, A World of Color, Sheryl Unwin 2025-2026

Color Pencil, A World of Color     B-A
Sheryl Unwin

Mondays: 1:00-4:00

Come and expand your drawing skills with color. Using a reference image you will learn the necessary techniques, burnishing and layering skills to develop a quality colored pencil drawing. Come Illustrate, explore and express anything that inspires you.

S1: 6 wk: Sep 8, (no Sep 15), 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20
S2: 6 wk: Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, (no Dec 1), 8
S3: 6 wk: Dec 115, 22, 29, (no Jan 5), 12, 19, 26
S4: 6 wk: Feb 2, 9,, (no Feb 16), 23, Mar 2, 9, 16
S5: 5 wk: Mar 30, Apr 6, 13, 20, 27

6 wk: $202 Member
$227 Future Member

5 wk: $169 Member
$194 Future Member

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Our Location

Herrig Center for the Arts
209 9th St West
Bradenton, FL 34205

MFS 9-5, TWTh 9-6. Closed Sunday

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