Need some relaxing,creative time for yourself? Art Therapy?Maybe share the creative exchange with a friend or two? That’s what “Open Studio” is all about.Once a month the studio is open for you to use for two hours. I provide all the painting materials, myself as a resourse and guide, and some light refreshments. You come […]
Weaving is defined as constructing an object by interlacing some sort of fibers together in patterns going in different directions. This class will learn basic weaving techniques, the parts of a weaving and loom, and a few special techniques to add a touch of pizazz to the final product. All weaving supplies and materials […]
Gather all the postcards, pictures, flyers, matchbook covers, pamphlets, programs, and whatever else you’ve collected from your vacations. In this class you will create a book from these mementos, and a place to keep them all together. Bring you own vacation memorabilia. All other supplies will be provided. Light refreshments will be available, but feel […]
“Painted Ladies” is a term used to describe Victorian houses and buildings painted in three or more colors that embellish and enhance their ornate architectural details. These colorful and beautifully decorative houses can be found in many cities throughout the U.S., such as San Francisco, New Orleans, and Cape May in New Jersey. In this […]
“When the Sky is Like Lace” is a whimsical children’s story about those mysterious nights when the sky is filled with wispy clouds and strange things happen. We will learn about a monochromatic color scheme to use in our landscape painting, while useing lace as the stencil for the sky. The effect is very appealing. […]
It’s summertime…and living is easy…at the BEACH!! Where we all wish we were. So bring alittle of the beach life to you. Learn basic watercolor techniques and 6 special effects to enhance your painting. We will apply those techniques to several easy practice projects before the final beach painting, Then the student can use any […]
Dear friends, I apologize for my tardiness, but April calendar is finally up. There is one open class being offered this month, as I am shopping for a new venue to teach classes from. The two other weekends I am booked for private events. However I am planning two new classes for May, so please […]
Cherry blossoms are the symbolic flower of spring, a time of renewal and the fleeting nature of life. In Japan the mass blooming of the cherry trees gives reason for people and families to come together to celebrate and marvel in their beauty. In our painting class, you will create a lasting visual of natures […]
In a Jimmy Buffet “Margaritaville” style, participants will be enjoying an evening with a tropical theme while painting birds such as parrots and toucans. Don your favorite Hawaiian shirts and garb, feel the ocean breeze through your hair, sip on a margarita with friends, and create a masterpiece with all the bright colors of the […]
Let’s show our appreciation for the finer things Italian!! Tonight’s painting theme will be wine bottles and wine glasses in acrylic paints. We will explore color blocks, transparency, and color theory for this masterpiece. Come and share a glass of vino and a slice of pizza, candle light on checkerboard covered tables, and Dean Martin […]