Classes By Medium
- Acrylic
- Drawing
- Oil
- Pastel
- Plein Air
- Special Media
- Watercolor
Acrylic for Absolute Beginners With Nancy Reed Jones
This class is for folks who have always wanted to learn to paint but are intimidated by the more advanced classes. Students will learn the basic techniques and principles they will need to create beautiful acrylic paintings. classes will give you the foundational skills required to paint in the tactile and easy to work with medium that is acrylic
6:30-8:30pm Weds. evenings
Materials List
Paints (Windsor & Newton or Grumbacher) tube acrylics.
Colors: Titanium White, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Light, Alizarin Crimson, Burnt Umber.
11×14 canvas
long handle brushes: 1 inch flat, 1/2 inch flat, 2 rounds ( 1 large and 1 small) #0 or #1 liner brush.(short handle)
paper towels, water container, paper plates for paint
January 9th 16th 23rd Wed 6:30 Members ($100.00)
January 9th ($40.00)
January 16th ($40.00)
January 23rd ($40.00)
February 6th 13th 20th Wed 6:30 ($120.00)
February 6th 13th 20th Wed 6:30 Members ($100.00)
February 6th ($40.00)
February 13th ($40.00)
February 20th ($40.00)
March 6th 13th 20th Wed 6:30 ($120.00)
March 6th 13th 20th Wed 6:30 Members ($100.00)
March 6th ($40.00)
March 13th ($40.00)
March 20th ($40.00)
Acrylic with Nancy Reed Jones
Beginner through advanced acrylic painting workshop. Step by Step with Instructor Fine Art Acrylic Classes: Students will work step by step with Nancy Reed Jones to complete beautiful works of art. Students may also bring their own photos to work from independently and will receive help from instructor. Relaxing music and refreshments. www.NancyReedJones.com
January 5th 12th 19th 26th Tue 1-3:00 MEMBERS ($100.00)
January 5th ($30.00)
January 12th ($30.00)
January 19th ($30.00)
January 26th ($30.00)
February 5th 12th 19th 26th Tue 1-3:00 ($120.00)
February 5th 12th 19th 26th Tue 1-3:00 MEMBERS ($100.00)
February 5th ($30.00)
February 12th ($30.00)
February 19th ($30.00)
February 26th ($30.00)
March 5th 12th 19th 26th Tue 1-3:00 ($120.00)
March 5th 12th 19th 26th Tue 1-3:00 MEMBERS ($100.00)
March 5th ($30.00)
March 12th ($30.00)
March 19th ($30.00)
March 26th ($30.00)
Portrait Long Pose with William Noonan
Portrait long pose with William Noonan – This one-a-month three hour session will have one long pose appropriate for portrait painting or drawing. Students may work in any medium they choose. Instruction will be one-on-one critiques with the teacher. This class is appropriate for intermediate to advanced students.
Class is offered on one day every month 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Class is $35 + 11.25 model fee ($30 + $11.25 members.) Class Materials List
Scratchboard Workshops With Susan Wilson
Level 1: Introduction to Scratchboard
Come learn the basics of Scratchboard, a subtractive medium used to create artwork with incredible detail and lovely texture. Using a sample size piece of Ampersand Scratchboard, the highest quality archival scratchboard available, and an x-acto knife, you will scratch a lovely floral miniature work of art. You will then learn how to add color to your creation, using Ampersand inks created especially for Scratchboard.
This class is appropriate for beginners or experienced artists.
All materials are provided.
$30
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018 10AM-noon
Level 2: Scratching the Surface: A Scratchboard workshop
Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4PM
In this workshop, you will be introduced to Ampersand Clayboard, the same material as Scratchboard, but without the black ink coating. We will add various colored inks to create unique backgrounds and then scratch a delicate floral for a unique artwork.
All materials will be provided, including a 5×7 piece of Clayboard.
It is recommended that you take Introduction to Scratchboard before attending this workshop if you do not have prior art experience.
Price: $50
Level 2 Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4pm ($50.00)
Portrait Long Pose with William Noonan
Portrait long pose with William Noonan – This one-a-month three hour session will have one long pose appropriate for portrait painting or drawing. Students may work in any medium they choose. Instruction will be one-on-one critiques with the teacher. This class is appropriate for intermediate to advanced students.
Class is offered on one day every month 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Class is $35 + 11.25 model fee ($30 + $11.25 members.) Class Materials List
Intermediate/Advanced Drawing with William Noonan
December 3,10, 17 10-12:30 Members ($100.00)
December 3rd non-members ($40.00)
December 3rd members ($35.00)
December 10th non-members ($40.00)
December 10th Members ($35.00)
December 17th non-members ($40.00)
December 17th Members ($35.00)
January 7, 14, 21 Members ($100.00)
January 7, 14, 21 Non-Members ($120.00)
January 7 Members ($35.00)
January 7 Non Members ($40.00)
January 14 Members ($35.00)
January 14 Non Members ($40.00)
January 21 Members ($35.00)
January 21 Non Members ($40.00)
Basic Drawing with William Noonan
Basic Drawing with William Noonan – This class focuses on the Fundamentals of Drawing. Whether as the basis of painting or as an art form of its own, one’s drawing skills are never beyond improvement. Class assignments will be from direct observation. Students will learn how to gain a critical eye on their own work allowing them to take their skill to the next level. This 9 week class is offered in three parts (A,B & C) and is appropriate for beginners just starting or the rusty artist who needs a jump start.
Classes are Monday evenings from 6-8 PM
Part A – February 4, 11, 18 6-8:00 PM
Part B – February 25, March 4, 11 6-8:00 PM
Part C – March 18, 25, April 1st 6-8:00 PM
PART A: Feb 4, 11, 18 10:00-12:00 members ($100.00)
PART B: Feb 25, March 4, 11 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
PART B: Feb 25, March 4, 11 10:00-12:00 members ($100.00)
PART C: March 18, 25, April 1 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
PART C: March 18, 25, April 1 10:00-12:00 members ($100.00 )
Oil Painting and Other Mediums with William Noonan
Oil Painting and Other Mediums with William Noonan-From absolute beginners to more advanced painters this class offers the appropriate level of study based on each student’s need. Explore the medium of oil paint. Learn how to interpret what you see, how to mix colors and apply paint more effectively. Formal topics such as composition and technique will be explored as students work from class exercises. Students working in acrylic, watercolor and pastel are encouraged to join this class.
Saturday 10:00am-12:30pm
NOTE: The December 1st class will take place offsite at William Noonan’s studio. You will receive directions after registering.
January 5, 12, 19 ($125)
February 2, 9, 16 (members) ($100)
February 2, 9, 16 ($125)
March 2, 9, 16 (Members) ($100)
March 2, 9, 16 ($125)
Beginners Introduction to Oil Painting with William Noonan
This class will focus on the basics of oil painting and form a foundation for absolute beginners or painters with some experience who need a “restart.” Oil painting is enjoyable and easier than most people think: just master a few basic concepts and you’ll be sailing!
Class meets three times a month on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30. See below for specific dates.
November 6, 13, 20 6:30-8:30 non members ($120.00)
November 6, 13, 20 6:30-8:30 Tuition + Materials (members) ($120.00)
November 6, 13, 20 6:30-8:30 Tuition + Materials (non members) ($140.00)
November 6th ($40.00)
November 13th ($40.00)
November 20th ($40.00)
December 4, 11, 18 6:30-8:30 ($120.00)
December 4, 11, 18 6:30-8:30 Tuition + Materials ($140.00)
December 4, 11, 18 6:30-8:30 MEMBERS ($100.00)
December 4, 11, 18 6:30-8:30 Tuition + Materials MEMBERS ($120.00)
December 4th ($40.00)
December 11th ($40.00)
December 18th ($40.00)
Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners with Mike Jaroszko
Learn tips from a pro in painting high realism and luminist light techniques. Each month offers four consecutive workshops in oil, (watercolor and acrylic also welcome) painting a specific subject, even a painting you always had in mind. Learn everything from paint mixing, brushstrokes, and techniques to specific ways to capture the illusion of light and realism.
Saturday, 10:00-12:00 PM
January 5, 12, 19, 26 Sat. 10-12:00 MEMBERS ($100.00)
January 5th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
January 12th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
January 19th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
January 26th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
February 2, 9, 16, 23 Sat. 10-12:00 ($120.00)
February 2, 9, 16, 23 Sat. 10-12:00 MEMBERS ($100.00)
February 2nd Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
February 9th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
February 16th Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
February 23rd Sat. 10-12:00 ($30.00)
Impressionism in Oil or Pastel with Dennis Fanton
Learn to paint like Monet, Manet and the French Impressionist from American Impressionist Painter Dennis Fanton. Fanton emphasizes Brushwork, Color Relationships, strong values and value study, and planning your painting before you begin. Still life or photo references w
ill be provided. Develop your style with an impressionistic flair with emphasis on Composition, Value Study, Brushwork and Color in Oil or Pastel. Setups provided during inclement weather or use your own photo. Also,Plein Air painting at local sites.
Classes Fridays 10 AM-Noon.
Dennis graduated from Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts in the late 60’s and later transferred to the DuCret School of Art. Beginners and Advanced, teens & adults, plein air in warm spring weather. www.DennisFanton.com
December 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
December 7th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 14th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 21st 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 28th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
January 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
January 4th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 11th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 18th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 25th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
February 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
February 1st 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 8th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 15th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 22nd 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
Portrait Long Pose with William Noonan
Portrait long pose with William Noonan – This one-a-month three hour session will have one long pose appropriate for portrait painting or drawing. Students may work in any medium they choose. Instruction will be one-on-one critiques with the teacher. This class is appropriate for intermediate to advanced students.
Class is offered on one day every month 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Class is $35 + 11.25 model fee ($30 + $11.25 members.) Class Materials List
Expressive Holiday Still Life: Pastel Workshop with Elizabeth Muise
Paint a holiday inspired still life with Elizabeth Muise! In this class we will cover the basics of painting with pastel while we paint a unique holiday still life! The still life will include beautiful fabrics, ornaments, antlers and more to create an image rich in texture and color! It is up to the artist whether they create a more simple or complex painting based on what they focus on in the still life, We will cover basic concepts such as composition and value and the class with incorporate instruction, practice and friendly critique! No experience necessary. All levels of ability are welcome. Bring a friend, bring your teenager, come have fun!
December 14th 6:00 – 8:30
Materials List:
10-20 sheets of 12″x18″ sanded pastel paper (UArt 400 grade or Wallis paper recommended)
scrap paper
board and clips
coarse bristle paint brush
basic pastel set (Sennelier and/or Faber-Castell recommended)
Elizabeth Muise is a visual artist and performer based out of the Hudson Valley NY. After graduating from Alfred University with a BFA in visual arts, she continued her studies with artist Gayle Clark Fedigan, where she fell in love with pastels. Elizabeth has since immersed herself in the local arts scene, interning with photographer Spencer Tunick, creating art for private collections, and studying with her current mentor, Garin Baker. When Elizabeth is not painting, you may find her teaching and performing bellydance, and performing with her band Boom Boom Shake. For more information on Elizabeth, please visit www.redmuise.com and www.boomboomshake.com.
Impressionism in Oil or Pastel with Dennis Fanton
Learn to paint like Monet, Manet and the French Impressionist from American Impressionist Painter Dennis Fanton. Fanton emphasizes Brushwork, Color Relationships, strong values and value study, and planning your painting before you begin. Still life or photo references will be provided. Develop your style with an impressionistic flair with emphasis on Composition, Value Study, Brushwork and Color in Oil or Pastel. Setups provided during inclement weather or use your own photo. Also,Plein Air painting at local sites.
Classes Fridays 10 AM-Noon.
Dennis graduated from Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts in the late 60’s and later transferred to the DuCret School of Art. Beginners and Advanced, teens & adults, plein air in warm spring weather. www.DennisFanton.com
December 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
December 7th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 14th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 21st 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
December 28th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
January 4, 11, 18, 25 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
January 4th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 11th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 18th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
January 25th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00-12:00 ($120.00)
February 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00-12:00 Members ($100.00)
February 1st 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 8th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 15th 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
February 22nd 10:00-12:00 ($30.00)
Portrait Long Pose with William Noonan
Portrait long pose with William Noonan – This one-a-month three hour session will have one long pose appropriate for portrait painting or drawing. Students may work in any medium they choose. Instruction will be one-on-one critiques with the teacher. This class is appropriate for intermediate to advanced students.
Class is offered on one day every month 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Class is $35 + 11.25 model fee ($30 + $11.25 members.) Class Materials List
Watercolor Collage with Cathy DeMaio
Students will learn how to paint and cut watercolor paper into beautiful collages, making their own designs. They will use the elements of art: line, shape & color along with values, space and form.
Materials:
9″x12″ Pad of watercolor paper
watercolor paint
brushes
Scissors
1-2 bottles of Elmer’s glue
March 21st (Thursday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ($35.00)
Scratchboard Workshops With Susan Wilson
Level 1: Introduction to Scratchboard
Come learn the basics of Scratchboard, a subtractive medium used to create artwork with incredible detail and lovely texture. Using a sample size piece of Ampersand Scratchboard, the highest quality archival scratchboard available, and an x-acto knife, you will scratch a lovely floral miniature work of art. You will then learn how to add color to your creation, using Ampersand inks created especially for Scratchboard.
This class is appropriate for beginners or experienced artists.
All materials are provided.
$30
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018 10AM-noon
Level 2: Scratching the Surface: A Scratchboard workshop
Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4PM
In this workshop, you will be introduced to Ampersand Clayboard, the same material as Scratchboard, but without the black ink coating. We will add various colored inks to create unique backgrounds and then scratch a delicate floral for a unique artwork.
All materials will be provided, including a 5×7 piece of Clayboard.
It is recommended that you take Introduction to Scratchboard before attending this workshop if you do not have prior art experience.
Price: $50
Level 2 Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4pm ($50.00)
Landmarks and Cityscapes with Dorrie Rifkin
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Price(1 Day): $110.00
Price(2 Days): $195.00
Student Expertise Level: Beginners – Advanced
Limited to nine students. sign up before its too late!
April 5th 10am-3:30pm ($110.00)
March 29th, April 5th 10am-3:30pm ($195.00)
Watercolor Collage with Cathy DeMaio
Students will learn how to paint and cut watercolor paper into beautiful collages, making their own designs. They will use the elements of art: line, shape & color along with values, space and form.
Materials:
9″x12″ Pad of watercolor paper
watercolor paint
brushes
Scissors
1-2 bottles of Elmer’s glue
March 21st (Thursday) 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ($35.00)
Watercolor Skill Building with Janet Campbell
For painters looking to improve their skills in watercolor. Not for absolute beginners. Instructor will introduce a topic each class and do a brief demonstration. Students may pursue the topic or work on projects of their own in a relaxed atmosphere. Topics:
11/15 Adventures with Color in Shadows
11/29 Planning Your Edges (Hard, Soft, Lost)
12/13 Playing with Texture.
Janet Campbell’s watercolors are loose and transparent and her subjects are varied. Over time she has developed an affinity for the intriguing results of poured watercolor. In addition to being a perpetual student, she teaches workshops at various locations and is a Signature Member of the NorthEast Watercolor Society.
Thursdays 9:30am-12pm, 11/15, 11/29, 12/13. $40 class ($35 members).
November 15th 9:30am-12pm (members) ($35)
November 29th 9:30am-12pm (non members) ($40)
November 29th 9:30am-12pm (members) ($35)
December 13th 9:30am-12pm (non members) ($40)
December 13th 9:30am-12pm (members) ($35)
11/15 - 11/29 - 12/13 all 3 sessions (non members) ($120)
11/15 - 11/29 - 12/13 all 3 sessions (members) ($105)
Scratchboard Workshops With Susan Wilson
Level 1: Introduction to Scratchboard
Come learn the basics of Scratchboard, a subtractive medium used to create artwork with incredible detail and lovely texture. Using a sample size piece of Ampersand Scratchboard, the highest quality archival scratchboard available, and an x-acto knife, you will scratch a lovely floral miniature work of art. You will then learn how to add color to your creation, using Ampersand inks created especially for Scratchboard.
This class is appropriate for beginners or experienced artists.
All materials are provided.
$30
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018 10AM-noon
Level 2: Scratching the Surface: A Scratchboard workshop
Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4PM
In this workshop, you will be introduced to Ampersand Clayboard, the same material as Scratchboard, but without the black ink coating. We will add various colored inks to create unique backgrounds and then scratch a delicate floral for a unique artwork.
All materials will be provided, including a 5×7 piece of Clayboard.
It is recommended that you take Introduction to Scratchboard before attending this workshop if you do not have prior art experience.
Price: $50
Level 2 Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 12-4pm ($50.00)
Sip and Paint with Lana Privitera
Learn fun, fine art watercolor techniques in a Sip and Paint environment! We provide the teacher and the materials, you bring your friends and whatever refreshments you would like! The class is perfect for someone who has never picked up a brush as well as experienced painters. Come and enjoy and leave with a beautiful piece of art.
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Realistic Watercolor With Lana Privitera
Realistic Watercolor With Lana Privitera
Learn intermediate and advanced concepts of watercolor painting. Lana teaches composition, brushwork, color mixing, basic watercolor techniques, and many other skills necessary to perfect your watercolor artwork! Materials list: WRS supply list
Monday Morning: 10-12:30 pm
Learn intermediate and advanced concepts of watercolor painting. Lana teaches composition, brushwork, color mixing, basic watercolor techniques, and many other skills necessary to perfect your watercolor artwork! Materials list: WRS supply list
January 7th 14th 21st 28th (members) ($120)
February 4th 11th 18th 25th ($140)
February 4th 11th 18th 25th(members) ($120)
March 4th 11th 18th 25th ($140)
March 4th 11th 18th 25th ($120)
Watercolor Basics with Lana Privitera
Easy, fun projects! NO drawing skills necessary!! Learn the basics of watercolor painting while having a blast! Lana teaches composition, brushwork, color mixing, basic watercolor techniques, and many other skills necessary to get you started in watercolor.
Teens and Adults. 
Materials list: WRS supply list
Wednesday Morning Sessions: 10-12:30 pm
January 9,16, 23, 30 10-12:30 (members) ($120.00)
January 9th ($35.00)
January 16th ($35.00)
January 23rd ($35.00)
January 30th ($35.00)
February 6, 13, 20, 27 ($140.00)
February 6, 13, 20, 27 (members) ($120.00)
February 6th ($35.00)
February 13th ($35.00)
February 20th ($35.00)
February 27th ($35.00)
March 6, 13, 20, 27 ($140.00)
March 6, 13, 20, 27 (members) ($120.00)
March 6th ($35.00)
March 13th ($35.00)
March 20th ($35.00)
March 27th ($35.00)
Watercolor Studio with Liam Vogel (Children and Adults)
This painting class is for Children and Adults of all levels looking to get into the loose and colorful world of watercolor! Many times when students develop an interest in watercolor, the biggest obstacle is getting the paint to do what we, as the artist, want it to do! this class is designed to give students an understanding of the techniques used by professional watercolorists to achieve difficult textures, shapes, and compositions. Some of the topics covered will include, how to use the specific and unique materials used in watercolor painting, how to successfully mix very subtle or specific colors, how to maximize your control over the paint, and how to strategically paint with layers to create a sense of realism. Students will work from a mix of photographs and still life setups, to complete painting exercises based on the topics previously mentioned. each class will finish with a comprehensive analysis of each students work, as well as a list of tips and projects that may be completed at home, if the student desires. Basic student level materials will be supplied, but students are encouraged to bring specific specific brushes/paints, if they have them. It is highly suggested that students purchase a basic watercolor palette. you can find professional quality Japanese watercolor palettes for low cost on amazon, ranging in price from $8-$30 (depending on the amount of colors desired)
Click here to view the palette that I use
SATURDAYS IN NOVEMBER
November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th 12:00-2:00
$125 for 4 sessions – $200 for parent and Child
$35 for an individual session – $60 for Parent and Child ( if choosing this option online, please call to specify desired class date)
This class has a minimum age of 10 for any student attending without a parent
November 17th ($35.00)
November 10th ($35.00)
November 3rd ($35.00)
November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th ($125.00)
November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th (parent and Child) ($200.00)
Parent and Child individual session ($60.00)