Paint your Dog in Oil or Acrylic with Catherine DeCesare
Beginners Welcome!
If you ever wanted to paint a dog portrait while using the richness of oil or acrylic paint then this is the class you want to take. We’ll start at the beginning with a value painting in black and white and move on to a color piece while exploring the values, composition, drawing and color mixings, and the proper care of your brushes.
Please bring along samples of your work and a good contrast photograph of your pet.
Bring your own painting supplies (supply list) or use ours for $10 per day.
Location: Nailed It Hardware, 4 South St. Washingtonville, NY 10992 (on Rt-208 near the intersection with Rt-94) Nailed It Location Info
Time: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor: Catherine DeCesare
Price: Please pre-pay for your classes online or over the phone. We cannot accept payment at this venue!
Session Dates:
Materials Fee (per day) ($10)
March 14, 21, 28th ($115)
March 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($100)
Mar 14th ($40)
Mar 21st ($40)
Mar 28th ($40)
Valentine Sip & Paint with Nancy Reed Jones
Join the talented Nancy Reed Jones for a night of romantic fun painting this beautiful heart and roses! Cookies, coffee and tea will be provided, feel free to bring additional refreshments. All art materials will be supplied and no experience is necessary! Bring your valentine or bring your friends; come have fun with us!
Session Dates:
February 6th, Thursday 6:30-8:30 PM ($35.00)
Beginner Palette Knife with Nicole Asendorf
This class is for anyone who has always wanted to learn to paint with a palette knife. You can choose to work in either acrylic or oil. I personally prefer oil. Basic techniques will be taught. Feel free to bring reference photos of basic landscape and cityscapes for inspiration for your painting.
10am-12pm Sundays
Please make sure you have the following materials to be ready for the class, materials can also be rented for $10 per day.
Pencil
Canvas Paper Pad or Canvas board for practice (Any Size)
Metal Palette knives (Variety of 2 or 3 nothing too big)
Canvas (Any size no smaller than 11 x 14)
Rags or paper towels
Disposable palette paper pad or palette tray
Disposable Gloves (Optional)
Res n Gel: Quick Dry extender for oil (Optional)
Acrylic Gel Mediums for Acrylic (Optional)
Oil Paint or Heavy Body Acrylic (Student Grade is fine to start)
Titanium White
Cadmium Red or Cadmium Red Medium
Alizarin Crimson
Cadmium Yellow Light
Ultramarine Blue
Cobalt Blue
I love Phthalo Blue! (Optional)
Ivory or Mars Black (Optional)
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Session Dates:
February 2, 9, 23rd ($120)
February 2, 9, 23rd (Members Price) ($105)
Feb 2nd ($40)
Feb 9th ($40)
Feb 23rd ($40)
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th ($200)
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th (Members Price) ($175)
Mar 1st ($40)
Mar 8th ($40)
Mar 15th ($40)
Mar 22nd ($40)
Mar 29th ($40)
April 5, 19, 26th ($120)
April 5, 19, 26th (members) ($105)
April 5th ($40)
April 19th ($40)
April 26th ($40)
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31st ($200)
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31st (members) ($175)
May 3rd ($40)
May 10th ($40)
May 17th ($40)
May 24th ($40)
May 31st ($40)
June 7, 21, 28th ($120)
June 7, 21, 28th (members) ($105)
June 7th ($40)
June 21st ($40)
June 28th ($40)
Snowman Sip and Paint with Nicole Asendorf
Join Nicole Asendorf for an evening of painting. Create a snowman of your choice while the instructor creates all three. Cookies, coffee and tea will be provided, feel free to bring additional refreshments. All art materials will be supplied and no experience is necessary!
February 22nd, 5-7 PM
All materials are included for a single panel of this piece. If you’d like to paint the other panels, additional canvases and materials are available for $10 per extra panel.
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Dates:
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Session Dates:
February 22nd 5-7 PM 1 Panel ($35)
February 22nd 5-7 PM 2 Panels ($45)
February 22nd 5-7 PM 3 Panels ($55)
"Color As Value" Two Day Workshop with Shawn Dell Joyce
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
Fri. Aug. 7, 10am-3pm plein air workshop at Olana Historic Site
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Sun. Aug. 9, 10am-3pm Indoor workshop at Wallkill River School
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Session Dates:
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site ($85.00)
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at Wallkill River School ($85.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at WRS (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Try Painting! Acrylic for Beginners with Cathy DeMaio
This class is ideal for someone who has never painted before (or just wants a fun morning!). The teacher will guide the students step-by-step to create this pretty sunflower. Complete the piece, start to finish in just 2 and a half hours in this mini workshop. All materials supplied, including a real stretched canvas!!
Maximum of 6 students
Select Thursdays 10-12:30pm
Instructor: Cathy DeMaio
Session Dates:
March 12th ($30)
March 12th + Materials ($40)
April 9th ($30)
April 9th + Materials ($40)
May 14th ($30)
May 14th + Materials ($40)
One day Pastel Color & Energy Workshop with Linda Richichi
Whether you are brand new or have been painting for years everyone can learn something new when it comes to working with color. Color is the number one way to evoke emotion in a work of art. How can you express yourself more successfully with color and create art with high energy? Come find out.
2020 Dates TBA 10 am – 4 pm $150 (includes samples from sponsors of Richichi workshops).
Start with the color wheel
Before arriving at the class, be familiar with the layout of the basic color wheel seen at the bottom of the page. If you have never made a color wheel, you’ll have your chance to select this exercise to tackle. If you already know the color wheel inside and out, your assignments will be more advanced. Everyone will learn something new in this workshop.
Color intimidates many people. We’ll break it down and make it less daunting.
What colors are you drawn to? How do you mix colors to get them to do what you want them to do? How do you work with prismatic, pure colors and create neutrals so that the colors you want to stand out sing? What about creating a high energy work of art? Do you know how to not go over the top? There is so much about color to learn. You will take a journey into color theory and come out the other side smiling as your color confidence grows.
Learn from nature
After we work in the studio blending, mixing and selecting color schemes, you will learn how colors change depending on the time of day, temperature of the light and whether in the light or in the shadows. Intermediate to advanced. Personalized attention at your easel to guide you and advance.
Mini Lessons reap huge rewards
Each mini lesson is specifically prepared to upgrade your color knowledge so you drive away understanding color challenges better than ever. You will receive specific assignments based on your level of experience. You will receive instruction tailored for your specific needs. Mixing? Seeing color? Creating harmony? Understanding warm and cool colors? After instruction, select the assignment right for you. You know what you need more help with.
If registered, please download the following document and review the materials prior to class: Download
If you’re interested in purchasing the Linda Richichi pastel set, click HERE
Instructor: Linda Richichi
Session Dates:
2020 Dates TBA ($150.00)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
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 can be provided for an extra fee of $10.00 per day or bring your own:
Paints (Windsor & Newton or Grumbacher) tube acrylics.
Session Dates:
Materials Fee per day ($10.00)
February 5, 12, 19th ($120)
February 5, 12, 19th Member's Price ($100)
Feb 5th ($40)
Feb 12th ($40)
Feb 19th ($40)
March 4, 11, 18th ($120)
March 4, 11, 18th Member's Price ($100)
Mar 4th ($40)
Mar 11th ($40)
Mar 18th ($40)
April 1, 8, 15th ($120)
April 1, 8, 15th Member's Price ($100)
Apr 1st ($40)
Apr 8th ($40)
Apr 15th ($40)
Romantic Landscapes in Acrylic with Nancy Reed Jones
Intermediate through advanced acrylic painting studio
Nancy will bring a new photo reference for every class and students can follow along with her or students may bring their own photos to work from independently and will receive help from instructor. Relaxing music and refreshments.
Session Dates:
Acrylic Materials Single Day ($10.00)
Feb 4, 11, 18, 25th ($120)
Feb 4, 11, 18, 25th Member's Price ($100)
Feb 4th ($30)
Feb 11th ($30)
Feb 18th ($30)
Feb 25th ($30)
March 3, 10, 17, 24th ($140)
March 3, 10, 17, 24th Member's Price ($120)
Mar 3rd ($35)
Mar 10th ($35)
Mar 17th ($35)
Mar 24th ($35)
April 7, 14, 21, 28th ($140)
April 7, 14, 21, 28th Member's Price ($120)
Apr 7th ($35)
Apr 14th ($35)
Apr 21st ($35)
Apr 28th ($35)
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
Session Dates:
Mar 9th ($48)
Mar 9th (Members) ($45)
April 13th ($48)
April 13th (Members) ($45)
Basic Drawing: Line and Shadow with William Noonan
This class is structured as a simple rotation of basic drawing principals. Jump in our out at anytime. Great for Beginners. Excellent for painters who feel the need to bolster their drawing skills.
Wednesday afternoons 1:30-3:30pm
Bring 18×24 newsprint, charcoal and a kneadable eraser
Session Dates:
Feb 5, 12, 19th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($120)
Feb 5, 12, 19th MEMBERS Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($100)
Feb 5th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Feb 12th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Feb 19th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Mar 4, 11, 18th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($120)
Mar 4, 11, 18th MEMBERS Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($100)
Mar 4th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Mar 11th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Mar 18th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Apr 8, 15, 22nd Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($120)
Apr 8, 15, 22nd MEMBERS Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($100)
Apr 8th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Apr 15th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Apr 22nd Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
May 6, 13, 20th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($120)
May 6, 13, 20th MEMBERS Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($100)
May 6th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
May 13th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
May 20th Wed. 1:30-3:30 ($40)
Compose, Draw and Paint Interiors with Dorrie Rifkin
“Interiors” will be the theme for this workshop. This workshop will cover equally the steps of design, drawing, and painting. Participants will learn to create strong compositions, execute a solid underlying sketch, and draw and paint building interiors effectively. Expect to learn while having fun through demonstration, exercises, and individual instruction and encouragement.
Day 1: Drawing and painting exercises. participants will never be scared by the prospect of painting people and 2 pt. perspective!
Day 2: Spend the day painting an interior. Students will use a reference photo taken by the instructor or bring their own.
We recommend that you take both days of the workshop, but each workshop is set up that day as an individual lesson.
Limited to 9 students. Artists will supply their own materials.
Instructor: Dorrie Rifkin
Session Dates:
March 27th & April 3rd 9:30-2:45 PM ($220.00)
March 27th & April 3rd 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($195.00)
March 27th one day 9:30-2:45 PM ($125.00)
March 27th one day 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($115.00)
April 3rd one day 9:30-2:45 PM ($125.00)
April 3rd one day 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($115.00)
Drawing for Beginners for Adults & Teens with Antonio Mastria
Learn the basics of drawing! Drawing skills are the foundation of all artistic media. Learn how to use professional drawing materials. Identifying basic shapes to build drawings with depth, develop an understanding of lighting value, and put it all together to make a cohesive drawing. Start from scratch or hone your skills!
*Classes must be paid for in advance for this location. Payments can be made online, with a credit card over the phone at 845-457-2787 or in person with cash check or credit card at Wallkill River School 232 Ward St. Montgomery NY 12549. This venue cannot accept payments in person on the day of the class.
Please bring your own materials:
• Drawing pad 11 x 14
• Drawing pencils ( H, HB, 2B, 4B range)
• Kneaded eraser
• White vinyl eraser
• Pencil sharpener
Instructor: Antonio Mastria
Session Dates:
Feb 8, 15, 22, 29th (2-4pm) ($150)
Feb 8, 15, 22, 29th Members ($130)
Feb 8th ($40)
Feb 15th ($40)
Feb 22nd ($40)
Feb 29th ($40)
Mar 7, 14, 21st ($120)
Mar 7, 14, 21st (Members) ($105)
Mar 7th ($40)
Mar 14th ($40)
Mar 21st ($40)
Classical Drawing with Matthew McDonald
This course is designed to strengthen student’s drawing skills. Students will study
Master Drawings, Plaster Casts, and eventually the Figure. The progression will be from
working on two dimensional projects to working from life in three dimensions.
Emphasis will be on observing and interpreting nature faithfully to fortify the relation of
the eye and hand. Students will work their way through a series of projects beginning with two master
copies. Here they will develop strategies as well as new vocabulary and techniques that
will help them when working from life.
Next they will work from Plaster Casts, the first being something simple such as a facial
feature and the second a bust or mask. Cast drawing will help the students understand
form and value more easily as they won’t be distracted by colour. It will also give them a
chance to apply some of the drawing “solutions” they learned from working on the
master copies. Before they move onto working from the figure from life they will do a
series of small quick figure drawing copies to help them with gesture and to start talking
about anatomical landmarks.
Finally working from the live model students will spend a number of days working on a
sustained pose. We will pick the pose as a group looking for a strong gesture, interesting
shapes and strong light effect. I will ask students to bring their previous figure drawings
as well so they have some reference. I will draw alongside the students as well, so they
can see my approach. I would expect this course to take about three months from start
to finish if students are only working one day a week (Sat or Sun). Any one who wanted
to join the course later would simply start at the beginning and would have to have the
figure drawing portion done at either earlier or at another time when there are enough
students to make hiring a model viable. Click the link below for the materials list
Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to the seemingly of traditional illustration? Then this is the class for you! This class is focused on traditional inking with brush and dip pens to achieve several different styles of classical ink illustration.
We recommend that you attend all three sessions as they build one on the other but they can be taken individually.
Session 1 will focus on the cartooning style of inking
Session 2 will explore traditional illustration styles
Session 3 will cover the use of ink washes.
Friday afternoons 4-6pm
Students must supply their own materials, see the materials list below.
• India Ink (Speedball, Pelican, Dr. martins Black Star, No Higgins ink please)
• White ink
• Speedball pen sketch set
• Good quality round watercolor brush (Raphael Kolinsky 8404 size 2, or Windsor Newton size 3)
• A rag
• Plastic well palette
• Scrap paper
Instructor: Antonio Mastria
Session Dates:
Feb 7, 14, 21st (Fridays 4-6pm) ($105)
Feb 7, 14, 21st Members ($95)
Feb 7th ($35)
Feb 14th ($35)
Feb 21st ($35)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Fridays 4-6pm) ($)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Members) ($)
Mar 6th ($)
Mar 13th ($)
Mar 20th ($)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
Skill Building Drawing Program with Liam Vogel
This semi private drawing program is intended to help students develop and improve their drawing ability, no matter what skill level they currently have. Students will be given different traditional drawing exercises depending on their skill level and artistic interests. The instructor will work with each student one on one, in a semi private format, to determine the best possible course of development. Classes will end with a discussion of that days assignments, followed by a critique of the work that was accomplished. Students may bring outside assignments if they require assistance with a particular drawing that they hope to complete. All materials for in class assignments will be supplied by the instructor, but students are encouraged to get a sketchbook for working outside of class. The instructor will provide each student with optional sketchbook assignments for drawing exercises, which is considered an essential practice for any developing artists. Due to the class being offered in a semi private format, class size is very limited, so students must pre register in advance.
Class is Saturdays 2:00pm-4:00pm and is open to all styles of drawing (illustration, observational realism, etc)
Instructor: William Vogel
Session Dates:
April 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th ($140)
April 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Members ($120)
April 4th ($35)
April 11th ($35)
April 18th ($35)
April 25th ($35)
Teen Drop In With Ayanna Terry
Teen Drop In With Ayanna…. All Levels… All Mediums….
On-Going Saturdays 2:00-4:00 PM
Instructor: Ayanna Terry
Session Dates:
Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th ($175)
Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th (Members) ($155)
Feb 1st ($35)
Feb 8th ($35)
Feb 15th ($35)
Feb 22nd ($35)
Feb 29th ($35)
Mar 7, 14, 21, 28th ($140)
Mar 7, 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($125)
Mar 7th ($35)
Mar 14th ($35)
Mar 21st ($35)
Mar 28th ($35)
Apr 4, 11, 18, 25th ($140)
Apr 4, 11, 18, 25th ($125)
Apr 4th ($35)
Apr 11th ($35)
Apr 18th ($35)
Apr 25th ($35)
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
Session Dates:
Mar 9th ($48)
Mar 9th (Members) ($45)
April 13th ($48)
April 13th (Members) ($45)
Intermediate/Advanced Drawing with William Noonan
Intermediate/Advanced Drawing with William Noonan – This drawing class is for students who have completed the “Basic Drawing” class, or for students who already have a proficiency with drawing. We will work from a variety of class exercises to continue to solidify basic skills and add new challenges to our drawing repertoire. This class may involve off-site field trips to local points of interest.
Session Dates:
Feb 5, 12, 19th ($120)
Feb 5, 12, 19th (Members) ($100)
Feb 5th ($40)
Feb 12th ($40)
Feb 19th ($40)
Mar 4, 11, 18th ($120)
Mar 4, 11, 18th (Members) ($100)
Mar 4th ($40)
Mar 11th ($40)
Mar 18th ($40)
Apr 8, 15, 22nd ($120)
Apr 8, 15, 22nd (Members) ($100)
Apr 8th ($40)
Apr 15th ($40)
Apr 22nd ($40)
May 6, 13, 20th ($120)
May 6, 13, 20th (Members) ($100)
May 6th ($40)
May 13th ($40)
May 20th ($40)
Paint your Dog in Oil or Acrylic with Catherine DeCesare
Beginners Welcome!
If you ever wanted to paint a dog portrait while using the richness of oil or acrylic paint then this is the class you want to take. We’ll start at the beginning with a value painting in black and white and move on to a color piece while exploring the values, composition, drawing and color mixings, and the proper care of your brushes.
Please bring along samples of your work and a good contrast photograph of your pet.
Bring your own painting supplies (supply list) or use ours for $10 per day.
Location: Nailed It Hardware, 4 South St. Washingtonville, NY 10992 (on Rt-208 near the intersection with Rt-94) Nailed It Location Info
Time: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor: Catherine DeCesare
Price: Please pre-pay for your classes online or over the phone. We cannot accept payment at this venue!
Session Dates:
Materials Fee (per day) ($10)
March 14, 21, 28th ($115)
March 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($100)
Mar 14th ($40)
Mar 21st ($40)
Mar 28th ($40)
Beginner Palette Knife with Nicole Asendorf
This class is for anyone who has always wanted to learn to paint with a palette knife. You can choose to work in either acrylic or oil. I personally prefer oil. Basic techniques will be taught. Feel free to bring reference photos of basic landscape and cityscapes for inspiration for your painting.
10am-12pm Sundays
Please make sure you have the following materials to be ready for the class, materials can also be rented for $10 per day.
Pencil
Canvas Paper Pad or Canvas board for practice (Any Size)
Metal Palette knives (Variety of 2 or 3 nothing too big)
Canvas (Any size no smaller than 11 x 14)
Rags or paper towels
Disposable palette paper pad or palette tray
Disposable Gloves (Optional)
Res n Gel: Quick Dry extender for oil (Optional)
Acrylic Gel Mediums for Acrylic (Optional)
Oil Paint or Heavy Body Acrylic (Student Grade is fine to start)
Titanium White
Cadmium Red or Cadmium Red Medium
Alizarin Crimson
Cadmium Yellow Light
Ultramarine Blue
Cobalt Blue
I love Phthalo Blue! (Optional)
Ivory or Mars Black (Optional)
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Session Dates:
February 2, 9, 23rd ($120)
February 2, 9, 23rd (Members Price) ($105)
Feb 2nd ($40)
Feb 9th ($40)
Feb 23rd ($40)
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th ($200)
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th (Members Price) ($175)
Mar 1st ($40)
Mar 8th ($40)
Mar 15th ($40)
Mar 22nd ($40)
Mar 29th ($40)
April 5, 19, 26th ($120)
April 5, 19, 26th (members) ($105)
April 5th ($40)
April 19th ($40)
April 26th ($40)
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31st ($200)
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31st (members) ($175)
May 3rd ($40)
May 10th ($40)
May 17th ($40)
May 24th ($40)
May 31st ($40)
June 7, 21, 28th ($120)
June 7, 21, 28th (members) ($105)
June 7th ($40)
June 21st ($40)
June 28th ($40)
"Color As Value" Two Day Workshop with Shawn Dell Joyce
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
Fri. Aug. 7, 10am-3pm plein air workshop at Olana Historic Site
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Sun. Aug. 9, 10am-3pm Indoor workshop at Wallkill River School
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Session Dates:
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site ($85.00)
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at Wallkill River School ($85.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at WRS (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
One day Pastel Color & Energy Workshop with Linda Richichi
Whether you are brand new or have been painting for years everyone can learn something new when it comes to working with color. Color is the number one way to evoke emotion in a work of art. How can you express yourself more successfully with color and create art with high energy? Come find out.
2020 Dates TBA 10 am – 4 pm $150 (includes samples from sponsors of Richichi workshops).
Start with the color wheel
Before arriving at the class, be familiar with the layout of the basic color wheel seen at the bottom of the page. If you have never made a color wheel, you’ll have your chance to select this exercise to tackle. If you already know the color wheel inside and out, your assignments will be more advanced. Everyone will learn something new in this workshop.
Color intimidates many people. We’ll break it down and make it less daunting.
What colors are you drawn to? How do you mix colors to get them to do what you want them to do? How do you work with prismatic, pure colors and create neutrals so that the colors you want to stand out sing? What about creating a high energy work of art? Do you know how to not go over the top? There is so much about color to learn. You will take a journey into color theory and come out the other side smiling as your color confidence grows.
Learn from nature
After we work in the studio blending, mixing and selecting color schemes, you will learn how colors change depending on the time of day, temperature of the light and whether in the light or in the shadows. Intermediate to advanced. Personalized attention at your easel to guide you and advance.
Mini Lessons reap huge rewards
Each mini lesson is specifically prepared to upgrade your color knowledge so you drive away understanding color challenges better than ever. You will receive specific assignments based on your level of experience. You will receive instruction tailored for your specific needs. Mixing? Seeing color? Creating harmony? Understanding warm and cool colors? After instruction, select the assignment right for you. You know what you need more help with.
If registered, please download the following document and review the materials prior to class: Download
If you’re interested in purchasing the Linda Richichi pastel set, click HERE
Instructor: Linda Richichi
Session Dates:
2020 Dates TBA ($150.00)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
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.
Session Dates:
Feb 1, 8, 22th ($120)
Feb 1, 8, 22th (Members) ($100)
Feb 1st ($40)
Feb 8th ($40)
Feb 22th ($40)
Mar 7, 14, 28th ($120)
Mar 7, 14, 28th (Members) ($100)
Mar 7th ($40)
Mar 14th ($40)
Mar 28th ($40)
Apr 11, 18, 25th ($120)
Apr 11, 18th, 25th (Members) ($100)
Apr 11th ($40)
Apr 18th ($40)
Apr 25th ($40)
May 9, 23, 30th ($120)
May 9, 23, 30th (Members) ($100)
May 9th ($40)
May 23rd ($40)
May 30th ($40)
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 Saturday afternoons 1:30-3:30 pm. See below for specific dates.
For a fee of $10 per day the materials can be included for those who don’t yet have a kit of their own.
Session Dates:
Materials single day ($10.00)
Apr 11, 18, 25th ($120)
Apr 11, 18, 25th + Materials ($150)
Apr 11, 18, 25th (MEMBERS) ($100)
Apr 11, 18, 25th + Materials (MEMBERS) ($130)
Apr 11th ($40)
Apr 18th ($40)
Apr 25th ($40)
May 9, 23, 30th ($120)
May 9, 23, 30th + Materials ($150)
May 9, 23, 30th (MEMBERS) ($100)
May 9, 23, 30th + Materials (MEMBERS) ($130)
May 9th ($40)
May 23rd ($40)
May 30th ($40)
Oil Painting Studio with Mike Jaroszko
Learn tips from a pro in painting high realism and luminist light techniques. Bring in a photo or other reference and Mike will assist in achieving the painting you have always wanted to paint. Each month offers four consecutive workshops in oil (acrylic is also welcome). Learn everything from paint mixing, brushstrokes, and techniques to specific ways to capture the illusion of light and realism.
Saturdays, 10:00-12:00 PM
Instructor: Mike Jaroszko
Session Dates:
Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th Saturdays 10-12pm ($150)
Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th Members ($125)
Feb 1st ($40)
Feb 8th ($40)
Feb 15th ($40)
Feb 22nd ($40)
Feb 29th ($40)
Mar 7, 14, 21, 28th Saturdays 10-12pm ($120)
Mar 7, 14, 21, 28th Members ($100)
Mar 7th ($40)
Mar 14th ($40)
Mar 21st ($40)
Mar 28th ($40)
Apr 4, 11, 18, 25th Saturdays 10-12pm ($120)
Apr 4, 11, 18, 25th Members ($100)
Apr 4th ($40)
Apr 11th ($40)
Apr 18th ($40)
Apr 25th ($40)
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
Instructor: Dennis Fanton
Session Dates:
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th ($120.00)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($100)
Feb 7th ($30)
Feb 14th ($30)
Feb 21st ($30)
Feb 28th ($30)
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27th ($120)
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27th (Members) ($100)
Mar 6th ($30)
Mar 13th ($30)
Mar 20th ($30)
Mar 27th ($30)
Apr 3, 10, 17, 24th ($120)
Apr 3, 10, 17, 24th (Members) ($100)
Apr 3rd ($30)
Apr 10th ($30)
Apr 17th ($30)
Apr 24th ($30)
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
Session Dates:
Mar 9th ($48)
Mar 9th (Members) ($45)
April 13th ($48)
April 13th (Members) ($45)
Beginner Pastel with Liam Vogel
This beginner level class is intended to give adult students a basic understanding of pastel painting techniques. Students will learn the importance of color, composition, and value while using a variety of pastel painting approaches. Students will work from still life setups to produce completed drawings, which we will critique as a group, in an attempt to discover the strengths/weaknesses of each student individually! Although this isn’t a drawing class, basic drawing techniques will be reviewed for students who are inexperienced with drawing. Student grade materials are available for use at an additional cost, but it is suggested that students acquire a basic set of Rembrandt Pastels, as well as sanded paper.
FRIDAY EVENINGS 5:30-8:00 PM
The materials Liam uses are as follows
-Nupastel hard pastel set (90ct)
-Rembrandt soft pastel set (120ct)
-Canson/ampersand Sanded paper (fine)
Instructor: William Vogel
Session Dates:
Materials cost one day ($10)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th ($140)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th + Materials ($180)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($120)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th + Materials (Members) ($160)
Feb 7th ($35)
Feb 14th ($35)
Feb 21st ($35)
Feb 28th ($35)
"Color As Value" Two Day Workshop with Shawn Dell Joyce
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
Fri. Aug. 7, 10am-3pm plein air workshop at Olana Historic Site
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Sun. Aug. 9, 10am-3pm Indoor workshop at Wallkill River School
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Session Dates:
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site ($85.00)
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at Wallkill River School ($85.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at WRS (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
One day Pastel Color & Energy Workshop with Linda Richichi
Whether you are brand new or have been painting for years everyone can learn something new when it comes to working with color. Color is the number one way to evoke emotion in a work of art. How can you express yourself more successfully with color and create art with high energy? Come find out.
2020 Dates TBA 10 am – 4 pm $150 (includes samples from sponsors of Richichi workshops).
Start with the color wheel
Before arriving at the class, be familiar with the layout of the basic color wheel seen at the bottom of the page. If you have never made a color wheel, you’ll have your chance to select this exercise to tackle. If you already know the color wheel inside and out, your assignments will be more advanced. Everyone will learn something new in this workshop.
Color intimidates many people. We’ll break it down and make it less daunting.
What colors are you drawn to? How do you mix colors to get them to do what you want them to do? How do you work with prismatic, pure colors and create neutrals so that the colors you want to stand out sing? What about creating a high energy work of art? Do you know how to not go over the top? There is so much about color to learn. You will take a journey into color theory and come out the other side smiling as your color confidence grows.
Learn from nature
After we work in the studio blending, mixing and selecting color schemes, you will learn how colors change depending on the time of day, temperature of the light and whether in the light or in the shadows. Intermediate to advanced. Personalized attention at your easel to guide you and advance.
Mini Lessons reap huge rewards
Each mini lesson is specifically prepared to upgrade your color knowledge so you drive away understanding color challenges better than ever. You will receive specific assignments based on your level of experience. You will receive instruction tailored for your specific needs. Mixing? Seeing color? Creating harmony? Understanding warm and cool colors? After instruction, select the assignment right for you. You know what you need more help with.
If registered, please download the following document and review the materials prior to class: Download
If you’re interested in purchasing the Linda Richichi pastel set, click HERE
Instructor: Linda Richichi
Session Dates:
2020 Dates TBA ($150.00)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
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 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
Instructor: Dennis Fanton
Session Dates:
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th ($120.00)
Feb 7, 14, 21, 28th (Members) ($100)
Feb 7th ($30)
Feb 14th ($30)
Feb 21st ($30)
Feb 28th ($30)
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27th ($120)
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27th (Members) ($100)
Mar 6th ($30)
Mar 13th ($30)
Mar 20th ($30)
Mar 27th ($30)
Apr 3, 10, 17, 24th ($120)
Apr 3, 10, 17, 24th (Members) ($100)
Apr 3rd ($30)
Apr 10th ($30)
Apr 17th ($30)
Apr 24th ($30)
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
Session Dates:
Mar 9th ($48)
Mar 9th (Members) ($45)
April 13th ($48)
April 13th (Members) ($45)
"Color As Value" Two Day Workshop with Shawn Dell Joyce
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
Fri. Aug. 7, 10am-3pm plein air workshop at Olana Historic Site
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Sun. Aug. 9, 10am-3pm Indoor workshop at Wallkill River School
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Session Dates:
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site ($85.00)
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at Wallkill River School ($85.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at WRS (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Home School Art History & Technique Class
Each two hour class will include an art history presentation on an artist or art movement followed by a guided art project applying the techniques and styles of that period. Each month will feature a new topic and art project! Younger children will need to be accompanied by an adult to assist if needed – parents are welcome to register also! All materials will be supplied.
Monthly on the first Friday of every month from 3:00-5:00 PM. Minimum of 15 students, max of 25. $30 per student
Classes must be paid for in advance. Similarly, cancellation requests must be made 24 hours in advance of the class date. Have fun!
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Session Dates:
February 7th 3-5 PM Alexander Calder ($30.00)
March 6th 3-5 PM Van Gogh ($30.00)
April 3rd 3-5 PM Thiebaud ($30.00)
May 1st 3-5 PM Haring ($30.00)
June 5th 3-5 PM Picasso ($30.00)
Valentine Sip & Paint with Nancy Reed Jones
Join the talented Nancy Reed Jones for a night of romantic fun painting this beautiful heart and roses! Cookies, coffee and tea will be provided, feel free to bring additional refreshments. All art materials will be supplied and no experience is necessary! Bring your valentine or bring your friends; come have fun with us!
Session Dates:
February 6th, Thursday 6:30-8:30 PM ($35.00)
Snowman Sip and Paint with Nicole Asendorf
Join Nicole Asendorf for an evening of painting. Create a snowman of your choice while the instructor creates all three. Cookies, coffee and tea will be provided, feel free to bring additional refreshments. All art materials will be supplied and no experience is necessary!
February 22nd, 5-7 PM
All materials are included for a single panel of this piece. If you’d like to paint the other panels, additional canvases and materials are available for $10 per extra panel.
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Dates:
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Session Dates:
February 22nd 5-7 PM 1 Panel ($35)
February 22nd 5-7 PM 2 Panels ($45)
February 22nd 5-7 PM 3 Panels ($55)
Try Painting! Acrylic for Beginners with Cathy DeMaio
This class is ideal for someone who has never painted before (or just wants a fun morning!). The teacher will guide the students step-by-step to create this pretty sunflower. Complete the piece, start to finish in just 2 and a half hours in this mini workshop. All materials supplied, including a real stretched canvas!!
Maximum of 6 students
Select Thursdays 10-12:30pm
Instructor: Cathy DeMaio
Session Dates:
March 12th ($30)
March 12th + Materials ($40)
April 9th ($30)
April 9th + Materials ($40)
May 14th ($30)
May 14th + Materials ($40)
Sip and Paint With Nicole Asendorf
Sip and Paint with Nicole, Paint beautiful and easy paintings for kids and adults! We provide the instructor and materials, you provide any refreshments you would like. Get a group of 6 or more together and schedule a private party!
Private Parties $35 per person
Charity Benefits $45 per person – $20 of the tuition will go to the charity of your choice!
Special projects & signs will be custom quoted – Inquire!
Instructor: Nicole Asendorf
Price: Different for each project!
Dates:
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Sip and Paint With Liam Vogel
Sip and Paint with Liam Vogel, Paint beautiful and easy paintings! We provide the instructor and materials, you provide any refreshments you would like.
Private Parties $35 per person
Charity Benefits $45 per person – $20 of the tuition will go to the charity of your choice!
Instructor: William Vogel
Sip and Paint Party with Nancy Reed Jones
Create beautiful luminous paintings and charming projects! Instructor will paint with you step by step to help you complete an amazing work of art that you can take home the same night. Even if you have never painted before, this experience will bring out your hidden talents! Materials, smocks, and cookies included. Feel free to bring additional snacks or beverages! Reserve your spot now!
Private Parties $35 per person
Charity Benefits $45 per person – $20 of the tuition will go to the charity of your choice!
Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to the seemingly of traditional illustration? Then this is the class for you! This class is focused on traditional inking with brush and dip pens to achieve several different styles of classical ink illustration.
We recommend that you attend all three sessions as they build one on the other but they can be taken individually.
Session 1 will focus on the cartooning style of inking
Session 2 will explore traditional illustration styles
Session 3 will cover the use of ink washes.
Friday afternoons 4-6pm
Students must supply their own materials, see the materials list below.
• India Ink (Speedball, Pelican, Dr. martins Black Star, No Higgins ink please)
• White ink
• Speedball pen sketch set
• Good quality round watercolor brush (Raphael Kolinsky 8404 size 2, or Windsor Newton size 3)
• A rag
• Plastic well palette
• Scrap paper
Instructor: Antonio Mastria
Session Dates:
Feb 7, 14, 21st (Fridays 4-6pm) ($105)
Feb 7, 14, 21st Members ($95)
Feb 7th ($35)
Feb 14th ($35)
Feb 21st ($35)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Fridays 4-6pm) ($)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Members) ($)
Mar 6th ($)
Mar 13th ($)
Mar 20th ($)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
Collage Valentines Cards with William Noonan
Valentines day collage cards! This mini workshop explores the art of collage with a practical easy approach. Create a couple of unique and charming handmade cards in this afternoon workshop. All materials will be supplied. This is suitable for artists and students of any level. Collage is a fun and stress-free medium for exploring ones creativity. Each participant will go home with two completed unique cards of their own making.
Session Dates:
February 8, 2020 ($40)
February 8, 2020 Members ($35)
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.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Materials:
9″x12″ Pad of watercolor paper
watercolor paint
brushes
Scissors
1-2 bottles of Elmer’s glue
Instructor: Cathy DeMaio
Session Dates:
March 5th ($35)
April 2nd ($35)
May 7th ($35)
One Day Workshops with Lana Privitera
In this one day workshop, we’ll have some interesting challenges. This one session workshop will take you through the steps necessary to start your own watercolor piece based on the day’s subject matter. Feel free to bring a snack or have some coffee and cookies in the kitchen to keep you comfortable for the full 6 hours of this course.
OPTIONAL: Teacher will provide all of the materials including paper with a drawing and paints for $20 extra.
Instructor: Lana Privitera
Session Dates:
February 10th Mohonk Peonies ($90.00)
February 10th + Materials ($110.00)
February 10th (Members Price) ($80.00)
February 10th (Members) + Materials ($100.00)
May 18th Subject TBA ($90.00)
May 18th + Materials ($110.00)
May 18th (Members) ($80.00)
May 18th (Members) + Materials ($100.00)
Teacher Provided Materials & Drawing ($20.00)
3 Day Workshop with Lana Privitera
In this 3 day workshop, you’ll be learning the steps and techniques to create a complete watercolor piece of your own. There’s more time in this course than a regular one day workshop, so there’s more time for details and fire tuning your piece. It’s encouraged to bring a snack or have a hot coffee or tea and cookies from our kitchen during your three 6 hour days in this extensive course.
Session Dates:
APRIL 22-24TH ($270)
APRIL 22-24TH MEMBERS ($250)
Compose, Draw and Paint Interiors with Dorrie Rifkin
“Interiors” will be the theme for this workshop. This workshop will cover equally the steps of design, drawing, and painting. Participants will learn to create strong compositions, execute a solid underlying sketch, and draw and paint building interiors effectively. Expect to learn while having fun through demonstration, exercises, and individual instruction and encouragement.
Day 1: Drawing and painting exercises. participants will never be scared by the prospect of painting people and 2 pt. perspective!
Day 2: Spend the day painting an interior. Students will use a reference photo taken by the instructor or bring their own.
We recommend that you take both days of the workshop, but each workshop is set up that day as an individual lesson.
Limited to 9 students. Artists will supply their own materials.
Instructor: Dorrie Rifkin
Session Dates:
March 27th & April 3rd 9:30-2:45 PM ($220.00)
March 27th & April 3rd 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($195.00)
March 27th one day 9:30-2:45 PM ($125.00)
March 27th one day 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($115.00)
April 3rd one day 9:30-2:45 PM ($125.00)
April 3rd one day 9:30-2:45 PM Members ($115.00)
"Color As Value" Two Day Workshop with Shawn Dell Joyce
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
Fri. Aug. 7, 10am-3pm plein air workshop at Olana Historic Site
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Sun. Aug. 9, 10am-3pm Indoor workshop at Wallkill River School
$75 (members) $85 (nonmembers) pack a lunch!
Session Dates:
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site ($85.00)
Aug. 7, Friday 10am-3pm at Olana Historic Site (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at Wallkill River School ($85.00)
Aug. 9, Sunday 10am-3pm at WRS (MEMBERS) ($75.00)
Alan Lewis Beginning Watercolor
This beginning watercolor class will be focused on producing finished work. I have noticed that I have learned best when following along painting with an artist, so that is the approach this class will follow. The first week will be devoted to materials, helping negotiate between all the different options, and what the importance of each element is. First time students are encouraged to attend, and to bring whatever you have. We will then produce a finished painting each week with a different subject, and returning students are welcomed. The approach will be to paint fast and loose, to cover the basics of watercolor by doing them, and hopefully to have some fun.
Date: Sunday Mornings 10am – 12pm
Instructor: Alan Lewis
Session Dates:
Mar 1, 8, 15, 22nd (10am-12pm) ($120)
Mar 1, 8, 15, 22nd Members ($100)
Mar 1st ($40)
Mar 8th ($40)
Mar 15th ($40)
Mar 22nd ($40)
Traditional Inking with Antonio Mastria
Have you always wanted to learn the secrets to the seemingly of traditional illustration? Then this is the class for you! This class is focused on traditional inking with brush and dip pens to achieve several different styles of classical ink illustration.
We recommend that you attend all three sessions as they build one on the other but they can be taken individually.
Session 1 will focus on the cartooning style of inking
Session 2 will explore traditional illustration styles
Session 3 will cover the use of ink washes.
Friday afternoons 4-6pm
Students must supply their own materials, see the materials list below.
• India Ink (Speedball, Pelican, Dr. martins Black Star, No Higgins ink please)
• White ink
• Speedball pen sketch set
• Good quality round watercolor brush (Raphael Kolinsky 8404 size 2, or Windsor Newton size 3)
• A rag
• Plastic well palette
• Scrap paper
Instructor: Antonio Mastria
Session Dates:
Feb 7, 14, 21st (Fridays 4-6pm) ($105)
Feb 7, 14, 21st Members ($95)
Feb 7th ($35)
Feb 14th ($35)
Feb 21st ($35)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Fridays 4-6pm) ($)
Mar 6, 13, 20th (Members) ($)
Mar 6th ($)
Mar 13th ($)
Mar 20th ($)
Senior Drop-In
Free for art enthusiasts over 65 (younger people are welcome to join in for $5 per person). This is a self-directed class, meaning that you can work on whatever projects you would like, in whatever media you would like. Although there is no formal instruction, the group is lead by Vickie O’Neill, an accomplished artist, and this is a supportive group of people who are very generous about sharing their knowledge. All levels of ability are welcome. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills and meet some new friends.
Tuesday Mornings 10-12:00
Instructor: Vicki ONeill
Session Dates:
65+ Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($FREE!)
Under 65 Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ($5.00)
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.
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Materials:
9″x12″ Pad of watercolor paper
watercolor paint
brushes
Scissors
1-2 bottles of Elmer’s glue
Instructor: Cathy DeMaio
Session Dates:
March 5th ($35)
April 2nd ($35)
May 7th ($35)
Realistic Watercolor With Lana Privitera
Learn concepts of watercolor painting that range from intermediate skills to advanced techniques. Lana teaches composition, brushwork, color mixing, basic watercolor techniques, and many other skills necessary to perfect your watercolor artwork!
Winter Shadows, Lana Matich Privitera, watercolor 12×16 value $800
Instructor: Lana Privitera
Session Dates:
March 2, 16, 23, 30th ($140)
March 2, 16, 23, 30th Members ($120)
Mar 2nd ($35)
Mar 16th ($35)
Mar 23rd ($35)
Mar 30th ($35)
April 6, 13, 20, 27th ($140)
April 6, 13, 20, 27th ($120)
April 6th ($35)
April 13th ($35)
April 20th ($35)
April 27th ($35)
Beginners Welcome!
This class is for anyone who has always wanted to learn to paint with a palette knife. You can choose to work in either acrylic or oil. I personally prefer oil. Basic techniques will be taught. Feel free to bring reference photos of basic landscape and cityscapes for inspiration for your painting.
Learn how to break a scene into value blocks and substitute color based on value. Great way to make colorful compositions with accurate values. Workshop open to any media. First day of workshop happens at Olana Historic Site en plein air where the value simplification approach will be demonstrated and used to paint the view from Church’s home. Second day indoor workshop focused on exercises to teach you how to simplify a scene and break it into value blocks, then change out the colors based on a value/color chart.
This class is ideal for someone who has never painted before (or just wants a fun morning!). The teacher will guide the students step-by-step to create this pretty sunflower. Complete the piece, start to finish in just 2 and a half hours in this mini workshop. All materials supplied, including a real stretched canvas!!
Whether you are brand new or have been painting for years everyone can learn something new when it comes to working with color. Color is the number one way to evoke emotion in a work of art. How can you express yourself more successfully with color and create art with high energy? Come find out.
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 structured as a simple rotation of basic drawing principals. Jump in our out at anytime. Great for Beginners. Excellent for painters who feel the need to bolster their drawing skills.
“Interiors” will be the theme for this workshop. This workshop will cover equally the steps of design, drawing, and painting. Participants will learn to create strong compositions, execute a solid underlying sketch, and draw and paint building interiors effectively. Expect to learn while having fun through demonstration, exercises, and individual instruction and encouragement.
Learn the basics of drawing! Drawing skills are the foundation of all artistic media. Learn how to use professional drawing materials. Identifying basic shapes to build drawings with depth, develop an understanding of lighting value, and put it all together to make a cohesive drawing. Start from scratch or hone your skills!
This course is designed to strengthen student’s drawing skills. Students will study
Teen Drop In With Ayanna…. All Levels… All Mediums….
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!
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.
This beginner level class is intended to give adult students a basic understanding of pastel painting techniques. Students will learn the importance of color, composition, and value while using a variety of pastel painting approaches. Students will work from still life setups to produce completed drawings, which we will critique as a group, in an attempt to discover the strengths/weaknesses of each student individually! Although this isn’t a drawing class, basic drawing techniques will be reviewed for students who are inexperienced with drawing. Student grade materials are available for use at an additional cost, but it is suggested that students acquire a basic set of Rembrandt Pastels, as well as sanded paper. 
Sip and Paint with Liam Vogel, Paint beautiful and easy paintings! We provide the instructor and materials, you provide any refreshments you would like.
Valentines day collage cards! This mini workshop explores the art of collage with a practical easy approach. Create a couple of unique and charming handmade cards in this afternoon workshop. All materials will be supplied. This is suitable for artists and students of any level. Collage is a fun and stress-free medium for exploring ones creativity. Each participant will go home with two completed unique cards of their own making.
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.
In this one day workshop, we’ll have some interesting challenges. This one session workshop will take you through the steps necessary to start your own watercolor piece based on the day’s subject matter. Feel free to bring a snack or have some coffee and cookies in the kitchen to keep you comfortable for the full 6 hours of this course.
This beginning watercolor class will be focused on producing finished work. I have noticed that I have learned best when following along painting with an artist, so that is the approach this class will follow. The first week will be devoted to materials, helping negotiate between all the different options, and what the importance of each element is. First time students are encouraged to attend, and to bring whatever you have. We will then produce a finished painting each week with a different subject, and returning students are welcomed. The approach will be to paint fast and loose, to cover the basics of watercolor by doing them, and hopefully to have some fun.
