Front of studio = 9 people, including instructor
Back of studio = 6 people, including instructor
Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses. These are monitored sessions, there is no instruction. Students must register at least 48 hours in advance.
Term: Fall 2021
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 12/9 and 12/16
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Don’t be intimidated any longer—come learn to paint. This class will unfold the mysteries of painting by introducing students to the basics: selecting materials, setting up a palette, handling paint, and composing a picture. The class will emphasize learning to see what you wish to paint with the goal of rendering form clearly in terms of color and design. Come to the first class ready to paint.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/10/2022–2/21/2022
More info…Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses. These are monitored "open drawing" sessions; there is no instruction. Students must register at least 48 hours in advance.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 8 sessions, 1/13/2022–2/24/2022
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Using charcoal, learn to make bold drawings of a figure model in a variety of dynamic poses. There will be quick gestural drawings and longer sustained poses.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/13/2022–2/3/2022
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Connecticut artist and producer Dooley-O invites you to bring your own article of clothing and personalize it with graffiti, stencils, patches, distressed textures, and statement fabrics. No fashion or graffiti experience required. Just bring your favorite pair of Converse, jeans, or vintage classics and prepare to get bold and creative. The possibilities are limitless.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 13+
Dates: 1/19/2022–2/9/2022
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Join teaching artist Lamar Smith for a 4-week intensive crash course on the storyboard: a graphic organizer that consists of illustrations or images displayed in sequence for the purpose of pre-visualizing a motion picture, animation, motion graphic or interactive media sequence. The class will focus on building the following skills: how to depict an action how to frame individual panels of the storyboard how to layout background elements how to create characters Each week, we will dive into new aspects of the storyboard creation process: reviewing fundamental concepts such as grid lines, perspective, and the rule of thirds exploring examples such as The Matrix (1999) and Chicken Run (2000) partnering up for critiques and sharing learnings with the group creating storyboards!
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 15+
Dates: 1/29/2022–2/19/2022
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Free yourself from photographs. Learn how to dismiss the sense of obligation painters may feel to show exactly what is depicted in the photo and get inspired to manipulate the composition. In this one-day workshop, participants will discover how to paint in an innovative, personal, and expressive way using reference photographs. Participants will leave with an emboldened creative practice—and a new personal creation.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 1/29/2022
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Get out of your comfort zone and go in-depth on a subject by painting a series. Painting in a series provides artists with a plan, a direction, a goal, and the confidence to explore different angles, perspectives, and contexts. In this one-day workshop, participants will develop a deeper understanding of their subject and interpret it on a higher level. The challenge? Make each new painting unique, while retaining the connection to the series.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 18+
Dates: 2/12/2022
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This high-energy workshop focuses on experimenting with abstract painting. Subjects explored include brush techniques, paint handling, and layering. This workshop will jumpstart your creative painting practice. No prior painting experience is necessary.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 16+
Dates: 2/13/2022
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Let landscapes inspire you! This 3-hour workshop focuses on simplifying forms and value studies to develop a finished landscape. Subjects explored include color, value, layering, as well as composition. This workshop will be filled with discussion and demonstrations in a fun and relaxed setting.
Term: Winter 2022
Suggested Ages: 16+
Dates: 1/16/2022
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