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Foundation of Drawing, Janet Flickinger

Janet Flickinger, B-A
Drawing for Kids Ages 10-15
Mondays 5:00 – 7:00

This is a class for the young artist. The class is focusing on all aspects of art. We will train the eye how to see as it related to direction of line, curves, form, shape, contrast, etc. We will learn how to look at something and draw it exactly. All projects will be finished in pencil, color pencil, or watercolor. Once the basics are learned, we will focus on design and composition. Students are to bring pictures they want to draw. All art supplies for this class are provided.

S1: 5 wk: Sep 9,16, 23, 30, Oct 7
S2: 5 wk: Oct 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, 11
S3: 5 wk: Nov 18, 25, Dec 2, 9, 16
S4: 5 wk: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: 5 wk: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
S6: 6 wk: Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, (no 21) 28
5 week: $125 ACM Members $160 Future Members
6 week: $150 ACM Members $185 Future Members

Explore your Inner Creative, Sawyer Ramsey Ages 6-10

Sawyer Ramsey, B-I

Wednesdays 4:00-6:00

Join the fun creating art of all kinds! You will work in different mediums to create one of a kind pieces you are sure to enjoy for years to come. We will work in painting, 3D, fiber and more.

S1: 4 wk: Sep 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: 4 wk: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: 3 wk: Nov 6, 13, 20
S4: 4 wk: Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5
S5: 4 wk: Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5
S6: 4 wk: Mar 12, 19, 26, Apr 2

3 week: $69 ACM Members $104 Future Members

4 week: $92 ACM Members $127 Future Members

It’s a Clay Day!, Erik Franzen – KidsArt

Erik Franzen, B – I

Mondays 5:00-7:00

Creating in clay is fun! Work with the clay instructor to learn new skills & create anything you want!

S1: Sep 16, 23, 30, Oct 7
S2: Oct 14, 21, 28, Nov 4
S3: Nov 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
S4: Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3
S5: Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 3
S6: Mar 10, 17, 24, 31

$92 ACM Members

$127 Future Members

Creating On The Wheel, Ted Camp

Ted Camp, B-A

Wednesdays 9:00-12:00

The basic steps for throwing will be the focus for beginners, while more advanced students will be challenged by more complex forms and techniques, which will lead to all students achieving success through practice. Whether the focus is on the traditional drinking vessel or the more challenging lidded container, including the tea pot, numerous demonstrations will provide the way to success. Students will also explore the myriad ways to apply glazes to their pieces and experience the difference between mid-fire (cone 6 electric) and hi-fire (cone 10 reduction) glazes. Bring your own tools or purchase a beginner’s kit at the front desk. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing, and in-studio glazing.

S1: Sep 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
S2: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6
S3: Nov 13, 20, (no Nov 27), Dec 4, 11, 18

S4: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5
S5: Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar 5, 12
S6: Mar 19,(no Mar 26), Apr 2, 9, 16, 23

$179 ACM Members

$204 Future Members

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Mastering Watercolor, Helen Solomon

Helen Solomon, I-A

Fridays 9:00-12:00

Let’s go on an adventurous journey into the captivating realm of watercolor painting together. This class offers a great opportunity to learn new techniques and elevate your skills to new heights. You will be immersed in the process of mixing and blending colors, creating exquisite textures, and perfecting your artwork. You will also learn how to rectify mistakes and infuse vitality into your pieces. Using your own photographs as inspiration, you will be able to create personalized works of art. Above all, this class is designed to be an enjoyable and enriching experience. Let’s begin this exciting exploration of watercolor painting together!

 

 

S1: Sep 6, 13, 20, 27 Class Full Call For Waitlist
S2: Nov 1, 8, 15, 22
S3: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 Class Full Call For Waitlist
S4: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Class Full Call For Waitlist
S5: Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 Class Full Call For Waitlist
S6: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25 Class Full Call For Waitlist

$129 ACM Members

$154 Future Members

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Sea Grapes, Kris Peterson

Kris Peterson, I-A

Mondays 12:00-4:00

Let’s get out our bright watercolors and paint the beauty of Florida’s iconic Sea Grape, a plant that thrives in its coastal home and bears clusters of vibrant, multicolored fruit and leaves. While not actual grapes, these lookalikes are more colorful and varied when ripe.

S1: Nov 4 Class Full Call for Waitlist
S2: Mar 31

$82 ACM Members

$107 Future Members

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Collage and Paint, Elise Manieri

Elise Manieri B-I

Wednesdays 1:00-4:00

Starting a new artwork with collage or adding collage to an existing piece is a contemporary method of developing your art. We will explore new ways to create collage papers and apply to new and/or existing pieces in this class using primarily acrylics and mixed media materials.

S1: Jan 8, 15, 22
S2: Apr 2, 9, 16

$113 ACM Members
$137 Future Members

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Abstract Road Map, Elise Manieri

Elise Manieri B-I

Wednesdays 1:00-4:00

If you would like to explore abstract art painting or need help knowing how to start on a blank canvas, this class will provide plenty of tools and tips to guide you. We will apply basic art principles to assigned projects using primarily acrylic paints and other art media. Come and play in the sandbox and find your inner child again!

S1: Oct 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
S2: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar 5

$161 ACM Members

$186 Future Members

Supply List

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