DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS (DR-1)
All Levels
EMILY SLOAN
SATURDAY, 9:45 A.M. TO 12:45 P.M.
JANUARY 23 - MARCH 27 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $5 materials + $0 other fees
This
fun, hands-on class will focus on the fundamentals of drawing, with
tailored instruction to strengthen your individual skill set. Students
will focus on the fundamentals of "seeing": gauging accurate
proportions, correct foreshortening, using negative space, seeing
angles, etc. Students will also focus on the basics "mark-making," line
variation, lost and found edges, searching lines, tone variation,
gradation, wrapping lines around form, etc. By the end of this class
students will be able to draw what they see more accurately and
beautifully!
BASIC DRAWING AND COMPOSITION (DR-2)
All Levels
POLLY LIU
MONDAY, 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Students
are introduced to the classical style of drawing and composition.
Students will develop a comprehension of the elements of art and the
principles of design including the use of movement and rhythm,
proportion, balance, unity, and variety. Students will learn basic
drawing methods such as contour and gesture as well as shading
techniques and one point perspective.
FIGURE DRAWING IN CHARCOAL (DR-3)
All Levels
HAGIT BARKAI
WEDNESDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 20 - MARCH 24 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
This
course is intended to provide the student with the technical
information necessary to draw the human figure convincingly in various
positions. This is an essential course for any student who is
interested in transitioning from drawing to painting in oils/acrylics
or pastels, and those who seek to understand the role of the figure in
traditional and contemporary art. Exercises are designed to stimulate
seeing the figure in its entirety and apply methods of measurement that
allow the student to manipulate the visual information with knowledge
and confidence.
CLASSICAL FIGURE DRAWING (DR-4)
Intermediate
POLLY LIU
TUESDAY, 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Model
fee due first day of class, fee varies by class size. Students are
introduced to the French Atelier training to draw the human figure
accurately. The method of "sight size," a fundamental scale system, is
used to reproduce the figure accurately. Students work from a live
model focusing on outline, proportion, shadow, shape, and value.
JEWELRY
JEWELRY (J-1)
All Levels
MARY ROGERS
MONDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $35 materials + $0 other fees
Jewelry
construction techniques including: piercing, drilling, soldering,
riveting, forging, reticulation, and roller printing, as well as
hydraulic forming. Advanced topics may include granulation, jewelry
rendering, and blanking. A strong emphasis on problem solving helps
students develop a personal design vocabulary, while the multi-level
class allows new students to see a variety of advanced techniques and
application. Individualized instruction allows students to progress at
their own pace.
JEWELRY IN METAL CLAY I (J-2)
All Levels
ANN RUSH
TUESDAY, 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - FEBRUARY 16 5 WEEKS
$185 members / $220 non-members + $25 materials + $0 other fees
Learn
the techniques associated with producing Fine Silver jewelry, from Art
Clay Silver, the only environmentally-friendly metal clay on the market
to date. Each metal clay technique will be introduced and reinforced
with the purpose of empowering the student to construct and complete
jewelry or wearable art from his or her own designs. As each technique
is covered, variations of the technique will be discussed to allow the
students maximum design freedom. Each student will have the opportunity
to complete 3-5 pieces of Fine Silver (otherwise known as .999)
jewelry. These jewelry pieces may be of a student's personal design, or
students may choose to follow the technique sheets provided with the
classes. Participants will have the opportunity to work with the
following techniques: rolling, coil rolling, trimming, joining, hollow
form-building, bezel setting, finish work, firing, texturing, doming,
carving, and many more.
JEWELRY IN METAL CLAY II (J-3)
All Levels
ANN RUSH
TUESDAY, 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 23 5 WEEKS
$185 members / $220 non-members + $25 materials + $0 other fees
Learn
the techniques associated with producing Fine Silver jewelry, from Art
Clay Silver, the only environmentally-friendly metal clay on the market
to date. Each metal clay technique will be introduced and reinforced
with the purpose of empowering the student to construct and complete
jewelry or wearable art from his or her own designs. As each technique
is covered, variations of the technique will be discussed to allow the
students maximum design freedom. Each student will have the opportunity
to complete 3-5 pieces of Fine Silver (otherwise known as .999)
jewelry. These jewelry pieces may be of a student's personal design, or
students may choose to follow the technique sheets provided with the
classes. Participants will have the opportunity to work with the
following techniques: rolling, coil rolling, trimming, joining, hollow
form-building, bezel setting, finish work, firing, texturing, doming,
carving, and many more.
JEWELRY IN METAL CLAY I & II (J-4)
All Levels
ANN RUSH
TUESDAY, 6:00 P.M. TO 9:00 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $25 materials + $0 other fees
Learn
the techniques associated with producing Fine Silver jewelry, from Art
Clay Silver, the only environmentally-friendly metal clay on the market
to date. Each metal clay technique will be introduced and reinforced
with the purpose of empowering the student to construct and complete
jewelry or wearable art from his or her own designs. As each technique
is covered, variations of the technique will be discussed to allow the
students maximum design freedom. Each student will have the opportunity
to complete 3-5 pieces of Fine Silver (otherwise known as .999)
jewelry. These jewelry pieces may be of a student's personal design, or
students may choose to follow the technique sheets provided with the
classes. Participants will have the opportunity to work with the
following techniques: rolling, coil rolling, trimming, joining, hollow
form-building, bezel setting, finish work, firing, texturing, doming,
carving, and many more.
MIXED MEDIA
PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN (DS-1)
All Levels
RODRIGO AGUILERA
MONDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
This
course is designed to instruct students on the fundamental principles
of design. Using the formal elements of analysis (line, shape, value,
texture, and color) students will learn to employ the principles of
harmony, variety, and balance in order to successfully accomplish well
designed artwork with a strong sense of unity.
DESIGN (DS-2)
All Levels
ANDREA CANALITO
THURSDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
This
fun, project-oriented class will focus on the basic principles of
design. Students will learn to utilize the formal elements of line,
shape, texture, and color to create harmonious, balanced, and
interesting compositions. This course will provide for students the
tools to effectively communicate using visual information with
knowledge and confidence.
PRINTMAKING: LINO PRINTING (MM-1)
All Levels
RAHUL MITRA
SATURDAY, 10:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M.
JANUARY 23 - MARCH 27 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
This
course serves as an introduction to the linocut printmaking technique,
a variant of woodcut, in which a sheet of linoleum is used for the
relief surface. The instructor will introduce students to a variety of
tools for cutting, techniques for printing from the block, and the
proper use of the printing press. By the end of this course, students
will have a firm understanding of the basic elements of printmaking as
well as the necessary knowledge to execute successful lino cut prints.
PRINTMAKING: FOCUS ON MONOTYPE (MM-2)
All Levels
ARMANDO RODRIGUEZ
THURSDAY, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Become
acquainted with one of the most painterly methods among the printmaking
techniques. Monoprints and monotypes are essentially printed paintings.
Although images can be similar, editioning is not possible--no two
images can be exactly the same. The Monotype process creates a
translucency and a quality of light very different from a painting on
paper or a print. There is beauty in its spontaneity and combination of
printmaking, painting and drawing.
PRINTMAKING: COLLAGRAPH (MM-3)
All Levels
ARMANDO RODRIGUEZ
THURSDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Collagraph,
a loose term meaning a print made from a collage. Collagraph is
essentially an experimental form of printmaking which involves adding
layers of adhesive or solid material to the surface of a printing
plate, making it possible to incorporate both relief and intaglio
printmaking methods on a single plate. A highly fun and experimental
medium.
EXPANDED SCULPTURE PROCESSES (S-1)
All Levels
EMILY SLOAN
THURSDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $25 materials + $0 other fees
Students
experiment with different sculptural processes. Using basic
mold-making, plastic constructions and other exploratory processes,
students will explore themes such as art and the body and space and
time.
PAINTING
BEGINNING PAINTING (P-1)
All Levels
ANDREA CANALITO
TUESDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
This
fun, hands-on class will focus on the basics of learning how to paint
from the ground up. Students will learn how to put together interesting
compositions, "sketch" with paint, and build on their work to form
finished paintings. Students will also be exploring how different types
of paint, techniques, and supplies function in order to enhance their
work. Students will paint from life to start, then students will be
encouraged to bring their own ideas to the classroom as fodder for
their paintings.
CONTEMPORARY PORTRAIT AND FIGURE (P-10)
All Levels
KELLY ALISON
MONDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $50 materials + $0 other fees
Working
from live figure and portrait models, photocopies and sketches,
students will learn to express themselves through the techniques of
contemporary masters. The instructor will provide all materials for
this mixed media class; a fun survey that will cover artist like
Matisse, Picasso, Kahlo, Clemente, Close, and even Ryden. We will learn
the process and style of Modernist, Expressionist, Pop Surrealist and
Provisionalist, depending on the interest of the class. During the
semester students will create several ready to hang professional
looking contemporary paintings and will gain the technical knowledge to
develop their own personal portrait and figure style. Beginners welcome.
CLASSICAL PORTRAIT PAINTING IN OIL (P-11)
Intermediate
POLLY LIU
TUESDAY, 12:30 P.M. TO 3:30 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Model
fee due first day of class, fee varies by class size. Students begin
painting in "Grisaille" - painting executed entirely in monochrome,
usually in shades of grey or brown - to eliminate the problems of color
and value and to concentrate on accuracy of drawing and the effects of
light on the figure. The second part of the class utilizes a limited
palette, allowing students to explore and understand the harmony and
unity of light. For intermediate to advanced students.
FUNDAMENTALS OF OIL PAINTING (P-2)
All Levels
CHOLLA
TUESDAY, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $5 materials + $0 other fees
This
course involves a careful examination of every component of oil
painting, its characteristics and variables. Students will learn the
basic physical and chemical aspects of the painting mediums. Students
will slowly be introduced to contemporary uses of materials and
techniques as they review and experiment with classical oil painting
methods.
OIL PAINTING THE EASY METHOD (P-3)
All Levels
RUBEN COY
WEDNESDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 20 - MARCH 24 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
In
this modern method students use oil over acrylic paint. The painting
progresses in layers, first in layers of acrylic followed by layers in
oil. The simplicity of this method makes this class ideal for the
beginner and a boost for the advanced student. Using this technique
creates finished paintings with a unique luminosity and a sense of
depth. Painting only in acrylic is recommended for the extreme beginner
in order to learn layering more quickly.
OIL PAINTING THE EASY METHOD (P-4)
All Levels
RUBEN COY
WEDNESDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 20 - MARCH 24 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
In
this modern method students use oil over acrylic paint. The painting
progresses in layers, first in layers of acrylic followed by layers in
oil. The simplicity of this method makes this class ideal for the
beginner and a boost for the advanced student. Using this technique
creates finished paintings with a unique luminosity and a sense of
depth. Painting only in acrylic is recommended for the extreme beginner
in order to learn layering more quickly.
CREATIVE PAINTING (P-5)
All Levels
CHOLLA
WEDNESDAY, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.
JANUARY 20 - MARCH 24 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $5 materials + $0 other fees
Students
will learn to transpose and work from photos/sketches. Instructor will
cover the seven components of any successful painting including color,
composition, and texture. Students may use oil, acrylic, watercolor,
pastel, or mixed media. Individual instruction in each material is
given as students progress in their preferred style.
COLLABORATIVE MIXED MEDIA (P-6)
All Levels
KELLY ALISON
MONDAY, 1:30 P.M. TO 4:30 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $50 materials + $0 other fees
This
class is all about collaboration. Students create work together
according to the collaborative desires of the class and they usually
create individual work as well. Every semester each student usually
gets to take home one or two of the large works the group creates and
possibilities for an exhibition are on the horizon. The instructor will
provide all materials for this mixed media class; as the experimental
methods and processes we employ are constantly changing. Professional
artists mingle with creative patrons while experts teach each other and
beginners learn that anything can become art and anyone can be an
artist. Beginners welcome.
LANDSCAPE INTO ART (P-7)
Intermediate
STEVE PARKER
TUESDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 19 - MARCH 23 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Students
learn the essentials of utilizing memory and personal experience to
express something interesting and compelling about their subject.
Practicing this method, students achieve a unique sense of abstraction,
and will see their subject with fresh perspective. Instructor will
offer techniques and specific methods to guide students through various
technical concerns during painting sessions. Students will be
introduced to different oil mediums and their effective use. Class
includes informal lectures ranging from painting methods to texts on
the inspiration and techniques used by celebrated artists. Given class
consensus and pleasant weather, students may paint outdoors. Previous
painting experience is recommended.
INDOOR / OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE (P-8)
Intermediate
STEVE PARKER
THURSDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Recommended
for intermediate students or as a continuation of Landscape into Art.
Instructor will give demonstrations and discussion, both in class and
during outdoor painting sessions. Learning to make paintings and
studies on site is essential to creating a more convincing and
expressive landscape. Painting locations will be selected by class
consensus. Weather permitting, class will meet outdoors during at least
four sessions.
FIGURE PAINTING (P-9)
All Levels
HAGIT BARKAI
THURSDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Students
experiment with the classical and contemporary approaches to figure
painting. Using live models, students will practice essential
principles of painting from observation, such as measuring, achieving
tonal balance, mixing colors and building a composition, and will learn
how to use them when working from photographs, memory and imagination.
Different paintings that deal with the figure will be used in
presentations and discussions, from classical realism to contemporary
ideas of figurative painting. Students painting in oil, acrylic and
color pastels are welcome.
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF ABSTRACT ART (WK-1)
All Levels
SALLI BABBITT
SATURDAY, 9:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M.
JANUARY 16 4 HOURS
$90 members / $125 non-members + $25 materials + $0 other fees
This
workshop will serve as an introduction to composition with respect to
color, line, and contrast. Using examples, handouts, and hands on
projects (6 compositions), students will examine light,
positive/negative space, and textural surfaces. All materials supplied
by instructor.
EXPERIMENTAL WAX WORKS (WK-2)
All Levels
SALLI BABBITT
SATURDAY, 9:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.
FEBRUARY 6 5 HOURS
$100 members / $135 non-members + $50 materials + $0 other fees
Students
are introduced to composition in color using opaque and transparent
colored encaustic blocks, beeswax, crystaline, marble dust, wire, found
objects, and powdered pigments. Each student will complete 6
compositions. All materials supplied by instructor.
WATERCOLOR
WATERCOLOR (W-1)
All Levels
CAROLINE GRAHAM
MONDAY, 1:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.
JANUARY 18 - MARCH 22 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Explore
the vibrancy and transparency of this medium. Instructor will emphasize
color, design, and contrast. Students will learn to layer and control
the pigment, rescue the white paper and still have a spontaneous,
fresh-looking result.
WATERCOLOR (W-2)
All Levels
CAROLINE GRAHAM
WEDNESDAY, 6:30 P.M. TO 9:30 P.M.
JANUARY 20 - MARCH 24 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Explore
the vibrancy and transparency of this medium. Instructor will emphasize
color, design, and contrast. Students will learn to layer and control
the pigment, rescue the white paper and still have a spontaneous,
fresh-looking result.
PORTRAITS IN WATERCOLOR (W-3)
All Levels
CHOLLA
THURSDAY, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.
JANUARY 21 - MARCH 25 10 WEEKS
$310 members / $345 non-members + $0 materials + $0 other fees
Students
will be put at ease with figure studies as they learn to "build" an
accurate and beautiful watercolor painting working directly from a live
model. This course will provide and demonstrate key ways to improve
each student's watercolor techniques. Through the fun and relaxed
atmosphere of this course, students will gain knowledge, understanding,
and tools which will enable them to improve the accuracy of their work.
