BASIC DRAWING
You've always known you had talent, and now you have a little time to spend on yourself. Learn to draw, from the basics! With demonstrations and careful one-on-one lessons, Betsy will start you drawing in black and white. Learn how to sketch the things you see, then how to draw the forms and shadows, perspective and create a pleasing composition. Drawing techniques will be introduced. Color and painting techniques will be introduced. Bring a sketchpad and erasers, we'll provide the rest.
Instructor:: Betsy Taylor
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Who :: Teens and Adults
Class Dates :: Tuesdays 2:30 - 4:30PM
PORTFOLIO CLASS - Portfolio Series
Round out your portfolio for college submission. Our instructor reviews portfolios for students applying to college art programs, teaches Drawing and Design for RIT. Don't let another semester go by and get caught unprepared during your busy senior fall application time ! Ongoing class.
Instructor :: Denise Heischman
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Who :: High School students or college transfers
Class Dates :: Wed. 7:00 - 9:00PM
"Totem", Kelsey Meehan :: "Cactus", Emily Weigand ::"Plant Arabesques", Haley Chapman
PRECIOUS METAL JEWELRY with Tamara Stopinsky
~1~SILVER EARRINGS from METAL CLAY
Visit www.talulahsfancy.com~ see Tamara's feature article and video athttp://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20100725/LIVING/7250328/-1/rochesterarts/Jewelry-artist-Tamara-Stopinski-inspired-by--Heavenwood-
It's not too early to think of the upcoming holidays. . . take an introduction to fine silver metal clay class and make a pair of earrings for someone on your list! In this 3 hour class you will learn how to design and create from start to finish, a one-of-a-kind pair of earrings. Consider a group event for a bridal party or birthday.
Instructor:: Tamara Stopinski
Fee:: Tuition $50, supply kit $35
Who:: Teen and Adults
Class Dates:: Saturday mornings 10:30 to 1:30
Sept. 11; Oct 9, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 27; Dec. 4, 11
~2~FINE SILVER PENDANT OR CHARM BRACELET
Design and create original peices of jewelry with fine silver precious metal clay. In this two week class you will learn sculpting, texturing, cutting, finishing, the application of patinas and jewelry assemblage. Depending on your design you may have enough material to create a pair of earrings, too! No pre-requisite required. Class limited to 6 students. Reservation confirmed when fees are received.
Instructor:: Tamara Stopinski
Fee :: $80, Supply kit $75
Who :: Teens and Adults
Class Dates :: Tuesdays 5:30 to 8:00
Oct 5 & 12; Oct. 19 & 25; Nov. 2 & 9; Nov. 16. & 23; and Nov. 30 & Dec 7
CAST SILVER JEWELRY: RINGS AND PENDANTS
Design and create your own silver ring or pendant. Take your concepts to the drawing board, then build or carve in casting waxes. The wax forms become the molds for the casting of silver, which will be done professionally for you. Then you will clean, buff and polish your jewelry. Make several and pay extra only for the silver.
Instructor :: Colleen Milisz
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $96 per 6 workshops, plus silver and casting fee by weight (about $15-$50, depending on the number and mass of your jewelry).
Class Dates :: Evenings, 7 - 9 PM We are forming a class. Call if you are interested. 624-7740 or email info@millartcenter.com
2 D IN THE STUDIO - Portfolio Series
One of the portfolio series designed to encourage young artists to grow in their skills and develop their repertoire. Work with a variety of media, experiment with techniques. Discover your own style. Learn to paint with acrylics.
Instructor :: to be announced
Who :: Ages 11 and up
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Class Dates :: Monday 3:15 - 5:15PM
DRAWING FIGURES & FACES - Portfolio Series
Learn how to render people, likenesses, hands and feet: the really tough stuff when it comes to drawing people! Loosen up with several quick gesture drawings of live models, then focus on longer studies of the human form. This is a necessity for the future art major's portfolio. Models will be clothed. Bring a kneaded eraser and a large drawing pad (18" x 22" at least).
Instructor :: Betsy Taylor
Who :: Teens and adults
Fee :: $18 per class
Class Dates :: Thursdays 2:00-:00 PM Aug 5, 12, 19, 26
DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR ADULTS
Individualized instruction in traditional and mixed media. Drawing fundamentals and advanced levels. Discussions on concepts, personal directions and drawing techniques. Ongoing class.
Instructor :: Denise Heischman
Who :: Adults
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Class Dates :: Mon. 10:00 - 12:00pm
"Creek View", Jean Simmonds
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PAINTING
Expert instruction for all levels in oil and acrylics. Students will use still life to explore color, design and composition, or they may work on their own projects. This is an advanced class.
Instructor :: Lanna Pejovic
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $90 for 6 week session.
Class Dates :: Mondays. 9:30AM - 12:30PM, Ongoing, throughout the academic year
AFTERNOON CLAY CLASS
Create personal statements in clay with new potter's wheel skills, handbuilding and clay sculpting. Take glazed masterpieces home with you. Supplies included.
Instructor :: Bill ShawWho :: Teens and Adults (class limit of 6)
Fee :: $175 for 8 classes
Class Dates :: Weds 3:15-5:15 pm.
DRAWING AND BEYOND
Work in a variety of media to expand your skills, and develop your personal drawing style. Individualized instruction allows you to focus on your interests. Fine-tune or build your portfolio. All types of media are available.
Instructor :: Denise Heischman
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Class Dates :: Weds 7:00-9:00 PM
SATURDAY MORNING CLAY
Join our class to try your hand at throwing pots on the wheel. Learn the basics, with throwing and handbuilding technique demos, then immerse yourself in the delightful, tactile world of clay. Glaze, fire, and take home! All supplies included. Recommended to complete Portfolio Series.
Instructor :: Bill Shaw
Who :: Teens and Adults (class limit of 6)
Fee :: $230 for 10 classes, $24/class for 5-8 prepaid classes or $25 drop-in fee
Class Dates :: Saturday 10:00- Noon
STILL LIFE IN WATERCOLOR
Using flowers, still lifes and fabrics or from your own photos, we will work to create colorful watercolors. Emphasis will be placed on direct painting with large brushes so the painting remains fresh and lively. Cathy will demonstrate and offer technical help and guidance. Please bring your own watercolor supples including - 140 lb. paper, backing board and clips or watercolor blocks, good quality brushes, ( round - size 12, flat - 1'') tube paints , a large plastic palette and watercolor easel (optional). Call or email Cathy if you have questions. This 3-hour class is for students with some knowledge of drawing and previous watercolor experience.
Instructor :: Cathy Chin
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $80 for 6 week session
Class Dates :: Fri. 10:00 AM - 1:00PM call for start dates
PASTELS
This is a class for students of all levels with basic instruction in chalk-pastel techniques, we will immerse ourselves in color exploration. Emphasis on figure drawing, portraiture and still life composition. For required materials list contact Jane directly: Please call (585)889-7501.
Instructor :: Jane O'Donnell
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes, plus $5 surcharge (two class sessions w/ models).
Class Dates :: Tues. 10:00AM-12:00PM, Ongoing.
MAKING MONOTYPES
Explore the art of monotypes - a combination of painting and printmaking that produces one-of-a-kind images in this introductory class. You will work with various media on flat plates to create unique prints. We will experiment with additive (work directly on a plate) and subtractive (develope image by what you remove from a plate) techniques you can extend in your own studio without need of special printmaking equipment. This class is open to artists of all levels who are or would like to be adventurous with materials and ideas. Weather permitting, we can create plates "plein air" and then print indoors. May limit class size to optimize student experience.
Instructor :: Phyllis Bryce Ely
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $80 for 6 classes
Class Dates :: Wed. 10:00AM-12:00PM, Ongoing
PORTRAIT PAINTING-Portfolio Series
Explore painting with oils AND portraiture in one class! Enjoy the experience of working with a live model as you learn to mix colors and systematiclly build your portrait. Value analysis and drawing principles are examined developing skills at your own pace. Model fee included. Call for supply list.
(585) 624-7740
Instructor :: Jane O' Donnell
Who :: Teens and Adults beginner to advanced
Fee :: $90 for 6 classes
Class Dates :: Tues. 2:30PM - 4:30PM