Dawn Gerardot B-I

Wednesdays 1:00-3:30pm

Select the bird that inspires you most, and together we will create a quick, expressive, and loose interpretation of your chosen subject. This engaging activity is designed to be energetic and enjoyable, encouraging you to experiment and embrace spontaneity. Throughout this two-class session, you will experience a process that welcomes happy accidents & unexpected but delightful outcomes that often lead to unique artistic discoveries. The focus is on relaxing, letting go, and allowing your natural creativity to flourish with the gentle guidance of the “art angels.”

S1: May 13 & 20

S2: June 10 & 17

$67 HC Members

$97 Future Members

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Helen Solomon I-A

Thursdays 9:00-12:00 pm

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 media. Participants will enjoy three hours of dedicated studio time with fellow acrylic enthusiasts, fostering a rich environment of 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 instructors demonstrations.

S1: May 7, 14, 21, 28

S2: June 4, 11, 18, 25

S3: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4wk $137 HC Members

4wk $167 Future Members

5wk $171 HC Members

5wk $201 Future Members

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Helen Solomon B-I

Thursdays 1:00-4:00pm

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 class will comprehensively examine various acrylic techniques, aesthetic concepts, and media. Participants will enjoy three hours of dedicated studio time with fellow acrylic enthusiasts, fostering a rich environment of 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 instructors demonstrations.

S1: May 7, 14, 21, 28

S2: June 4, 11, 18, 25

S3: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4wk $137 HC Members

4wk $167 Future Members

5wk $171 HC Members

5wk $201 Future Members

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Maggie Bosco I-A

Thursdays 9:30-12:00pm

In this class, we will explore how to capture the energy and presence of a figure rather than focusing solely on precise details. Through expressive brushwork, color harmony, and thoughtful composition, we’ll learn to convey mood, movement and personality. Whether you work in oils, acrylics, or another medium, you’ll gain techniques to infuse your figures with life and authenticity. We will be painting from photographs for the first two classes, then from live models for the second two. Model fee will be about $10.

S1: May 14, 21, 28, June 4

$128 HC Members

$158 Future Members

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Maggie Bosco B-A

Wednesdays 9:30-12:30pm

Consistently painting from life is where real growth happens. This class is for students who already have a foundation in drawing and color mixing and are ready to challenge their seeing and decision-making. Working from live observation, we’ll paint a range of subjects from simple to complex still lifes, to interior and exterior views seen through the studio windows. Painting from life sharpens our understanding of value, color, shape, and spatial relationships in a way nothing else can. As you learn to respond directly to what in front of you, you’ll develop skills that strengthen every painting you make whether working from life or translating that knowledge into work made from reference photos.

S1: Jul 8, 15, 22

S2: Jul 29, Aug 5, 12

$103 HC Members

$133 Future Members

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Kerry Didday I

Fridays 1:00-3:30pm

Painting from your Minds Eye is painting with ideas, shapes, colors and concepts that come to your imagination at any time of day or night. I promote a creative environment where artists are inspired by each member of the class as we begin each morning with a class review of current work as I critique and provide helpful comments. Students should have an open mind and look forward to new and exciting painting avenues while learning to create paintings and collage papers. You will build a personal library of creative collage materials while exploring the basics of abstract development through practical lessons. This is an ongoing weekly class with the development of individual skills as we explore: Mixed Media, Acrylic Mediums, Gels, Pastes, Color development and the Importance of Multi-Layer Underpainting and the Lot to a Little design concept.

S1: May 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12

S2: June 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17

S3: July 24, 31, Aug 7, 14

4wk $128 HC Members

4wk $158 Future Members

5wk $160 HC Members

5wk $190 Future Members

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Alicia Brown B-A

Thursday 1:00-4:00pm

When music hits you feel no pain (Bob Marley).
In this engaging painting class, participants are invited to explore change, memory, and belonging through color, movement and sound. using music and guided prompts, participants will translate rhythm and personal experience into expressive painting forms. This class focuses on creative process rather than technical skill, making it welcoming and accessible for all levels. No prior painting experience is required. participants are encouraged to experiment, reflect and paint freely in a supportive environment.

S1: May 7, 14, 21, 28

S2: Jun 4, 11, 18, 25

S3: Jul 2, 9, 16, 23

S4: Jul 30, Aug 6, 13

3wk $102 HC Members

3wk $132 Future Members

4wk $137 HC Members

4wk $167 Future Members

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Sherie Pierce B-A

Thursdays 4:00-6:30pm

Learn to paint vibrant nature scenes using a safer oil painting medium. Water soluble oil paint is a less toxic way to achieve professional oil painting techniques. Learn blending techniques to create a nature landscape with a vibrant sky or underwater scene.

S1: May 7, 14, 21, 28

S2: June 4, 11, 18, 25

S3: July 9, 16, 23, 30

$123 HC Members

$153 Future Members

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Tristina Dietz Elmes B-A

Wednesdays 5:30-8:00pm

Asian brush painting seeks to find simplicity of form and vitality in a subject, capturing the essence of a scene. Bold, spontaneous brush marks and delicate fine strokes combine in a mindful dance creating delightful artworks. In this workshop students will paint on xuan rice papers with Asian brushes, Chinese watercolors, Sumi-e inks and other Asian art essentials. The teacher will also demonstrate how to mount rice paper paintings to make them easier to frame. All levels of painters are welcome in this class!

S1: May 6, 13, 20, 27

S2: June 3, 10, 17, 24

S3: July 8, 15, 22, 29

$137 HC Members

$167 Future Members

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Kim Macalister B

Tuesdays 1:00-4:00pm

A class featuring flowers of various sorts. Prior to each class, the instructor will create different bouquets and vases from which the students would create drawings and/or paintings from the display. Students could sketch using 8 1/2” x 11” paper as provided by the instructor initially, followed by a more concrete approach using 9” x 14” paper. Students would be encouraged to branch out, utilizing different approaches to explore an array of options.

S1: June 2

S2: June 9

S3: June 16

S4: June 23

S5: July 7

S6: July 14

S7: July 21

S8: July 28

$59 HC Members

$89 Future Members

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, 22, 29
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.     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 Class Full Call for Waitlist
S5: 4 wk: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
S6: 4 wk: Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 Class Full Call for Waitlist
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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Maggie Bosco I-A

Wednesdays 9:30 – 12:30

Oils, Acrylics, Pastels

Consistently painting from life is where real growth happens. This intermediate–advanced class
is for students who already have a foundation in drawing and color mixing and are ready to
challenge their seeing and decision-making.

Working from live observation, we’ll paint a range of subjects—from simple to complex still lifes,
to interior and exterior views seen through the studio windows. Painting from life sharpens our
understanding of value, color, shape, and spatial relationships in a way nothing else can.

As you learn to respond directly to what’s in front of you, you’ll develop skills that strengthen
every painting you make—whether working from life or translating that knowledge into work
made from reference photos.

S1: April 1, 8, 15, 22

$137 HC Members

$162 Future Members

Elise Manieri B-I
Wednesdays 1:00-3:30

Starting with collage papers or enhancing an artwork with collage is a contemporary method of developing your art. We will learn ways to make your own collage papers and add to your collection of creative tools.

S1: April 1, 8, 15

$115 HCA Members
$139 Future Members

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Kerry Didday I

Fridays 1:00-3:30 pm

Painting from your “Minds Eye” is painting with ideas, shapes, colors and concepts that come to your imagination at any time of day or night. I promote a creative environment where artists are inspired by each member of the class as we begin each day with a class review of current work as I critique and provide helpful comments. Students should have an open mind and look forward to new and exciting painting avenues while learning to create paintings and collage papers. You will build a personal library of creative collage materials while exploring the basics of abstract development through practical lessons. This is an ongoing weekly class with the development of individual skills as we explore: Mixed Media, Acrylic Mediums, Gels, Pastes, Color development and the Importance of Multi-Layer Underpainting and the “Lot to a Little” design concept.

S1: Mar 6, 13, 20, 27, Apr 3
S2: Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8

$155 HC Members

$180 Future Members

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