ADULT ART CLASSES FOR SPRING AND SUMMER
TECHNIQUES IN OIL — This class is designed for beginner to advanced students. All aspects of completing a successful oil painting will be covered – the initial lay-in to establishing basic shapes to sculpting forms to final completion. Instructor demonstrations and critiques are supplemented by student practice.Individual coaching and guidance produce understanding and confidence in working with oil paint. Materials List
Mondays, 2:00 – 5:00 pm, Instructor: Shauna Shane
Spring: May 7 – June 18 (6 weeks) No class on May 28.
Summer: July 9 – August 13 (6 weeks)
Fee for either Spring or Summer Session: $175 ($165 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
COURAGEOUS WATERCOLOR — Beginning with a demonstration, the instructor dispels the myths and mysteries of this elusive medium. Students learn how to design and plan the painting, how to load the brush “dropping” one color into another on dry paper for the most intense effect, and how to keep freshness and vibrancy of color through the entire painting. Materials List
Mondays, 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Instructor: Shauna Shane
Spring: May 7 – June 18 (6 weeks) No class on May 28.
Summer: July 9 – August 13 (6 weeks)
Fee for either Spring or Summer Session: $175 ($165 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
ALL MEDIA LANDSCAPE PAINTING — Learn how to render key elements of the landscape – water, reflections, sky, trees, and rock formations. Each of these elements can be mastered by stressing basic shapes, highlight and shadow, value, and texture. Instructor demonstrations and individual critiques help each student to progress at his or her own pace. Students may work from their own subject matter or samples provided by the instructor. All levels and paint media are welcome. Materials: Students should bring their current paint supplies to the first class. If in doubt, contact the instructor or contact Glastonbury Art Guild.
Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Instructor: Dianne Gorrick
Spring: April 24 – May 29 (5 weeks) No class on May 8.
Fee: $150 ($140 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
PLEIN AIR (On Location) PAINTING COURSE — Landscape painting on site can be a challenge but the rewards of capturing “the moment” are worth the effort, particularly when guided through the process by an experienced plein air artist. The instructor will offer tips and suggestions for simplifying the process. Weekly on-site demonstrations by the instructor and on-site practice build confidence and skill. Bring a camera in case you need to do touch-ups back in the studio. Open to all levels and media. Students will be notified by the instructor of class meeting locations.
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Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Instructor: Dianne Gorrick
Summer: June 12 – July 24 (6 weeks) No class on July 3.
Fee: $175 ($165 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
LEARN TO DRAW — Discover to draw what you see using a variety of media, including pencil, charcoal, and ink. Lessons will stress the use of proportion, perspective, value, texture, contrast, and line quality to produce strong drawings. Lessons will be supplemented with hands-on practice, instructor demonstrations, and individual coaching. Subject matter will be provided in the form of still lifes or printed material. Bring a 2B pencil, kneaded eraser, and 11” x 14” drawing pad to the first class. All levels are welcome. Materials List
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 3:30 pm, Instructor: Dianne Gorrick
Spring: April 24 – May 29 (5 weeks) No class on May 8.
Fee: $150 ($140 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
FIGURE AND PORTRAIT DRAWING — Learn the fundamentals for drawing portraits and the human figure by working from a live model. Concepts stressed include proportion, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, and basic anatomy. A small class size (no more than 8 people) ensures the individual attention needed to master portrait and figure drawing technique. For the first class, bring vine (or willow)charcoal, a kneaded eraser and a 18”x 24” pad of drawing paper. Course fee includes the model fees.
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 pm, Instructor: Shauna Shane
Spring: May 8 – June 19 (6 weeks) No Class on May 29
Summer: July 10 – August 14 (6 weeks)
Fee for either Spring or Summer Session: $225 ($215 for Art Guild Members) Download Registration Form
FASHION RENDERING (For Teens and Adults) — Learn to illustrate fashion designs – render handbags, shoes, wedding dresses, prom gowns, and more. Students will also draw various textiles used in fashion design. The instructor will provide a brief overview of fashion history as well as direction on rendering of the fashion figure, hands, and faces. Bring a 2B pencil, kneaded eraser and 11” x 14” drawing pad to the first class. Other materials will be suggested by the instructor.
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Instructor: Iris Van Rynbach
Spring: May 1 – June5 (6 weeks), Fee for Spring Session $145 ($135 for Art Guild Members)
Summer: July 10 – 31 (4 weeks), Fee for Summer Session $115 ($105 for Art Guild Members)
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SKILL BUILDING IN OILS — Create strong compositions and discover how a painting develops, from the ‘start’ to the finishing touches. Each session features a painting demonstration that stresses the use of color, constrast, and value to create effective compositions . The instructor provides tools and tips for working with oils. Working with subject matters of their choice, students receive constructive critiques aimed at helping them to develop their personal styles. Materials List
Wednesdays, 9:00 am – Noon, Instructor: Katherine Simmons
Spring: April 25 – May 30 (6 weeks), Fee for Spring Session: $175 ($165 for Art Guild Members)
Summer: July 11 – August 1 (4 weeks), Fee for Summer Session: $125 ($115 for Art Guild Members)
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DRAWING STUDIO — For those just beginning to draw or those returning to art after a long hiatus, this class offers exercises to build your drawing skills. Lessons will stress the use of proportion, perspective, value, texture, contrast, and line quality. To apply these lessons, students wil draw from still life objects or from inspiration provided by print materials. Bring a 2B pencil, kneaded eraser, and 11” x 14” drawing pad to the first class.
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Instructor: Ramona Agro
Spring: April 25 – May 30 (6 weeks), Fee: $145 ($135 for Art Guild Members)
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PAINT LANDSCAPES WITH ACRYLICS — Acrylic paints are a very versatile medium that lend themselves well to creating beautiful landscapes. In this class, students will be guided through the process of the basic lay-in, building forms, color layering, blending, and expressive brush strokes. The course is designed for beginners and for more experienced painters who feel they could benefit from some hands-on guidance to build skill. Bring your own photos or use a photo reference from the instructor’s collection. Materials List
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Instructor: Denise Ketterer
Spring: April 26 – May 31 (6 weeks), Fee for Spring Session: $175 ($165 for Art Guild Members)
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DRAWING AND PAINTING OPEN STUDIO — Open Studio provides each student with the opportunity to work on projects in the mediums of their choice under the guidance of a skilled instructor. Students may work from still lifes, photographs or their own conceptual compositions. Students should bring an 11” x 14” drawing pad, 2B pencil and kneaded eraser to the first class as well as any painting materials they intend to use in class. The instructor can provide advice if additional materials are needed.
Saturdays, 11:30 am – 1:45 pm, Instructor: Ramona Agro
Spring: April 28 – June 9 (6 weeks) No class on May 26, Fee: $145 ($135 for Art Guild Members)
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