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Adult Art Classes* for 2010

MONDAY
Experimental Water Media Charlotte DiGennaro 9:00 a.m. to noon. This Class emphasizes composition and encourages students to find their own unique expressions. Learn to mix and match media and have fun. Ongoing through April - Intermediate students.
Avenues of Acrylic Charlotte DiGennaro Monday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Individual studies in acrylics. Class includes projects and assistance with individual projects. October 12 through April - Beginning to Intermediate

Beginning to Intermediate Painting Barbara Kuzin Monday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Individual studies in acrylics and oil for the painter with an idea in need of direction. Class includes class projects and assistance with individual projects. Ongoing through June

TUESDAY
Intermediate Experimental Watermedia Charlotte DiGennaro Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. - Noon October 13 through April. This class emphasizes composition and encourages students to find their own unique expressions. Learn to mix and match mediums.

Open Acrylic and Oil Painting Robin Borland Tuesday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Six week class beginning January 12 and February 23 From the creatively challenged to the Master of their craft, this class is open to all that are interested in painting with acrylics and oils. Beginners will learn the fundamentals of using acrylics and oils, intermediates will work on their existing skills and be encouraged to take on greater challenges in painting and advanced students will focus on perfecting their style and quality of work. Bring in your own subject to work on or use the still life created for you by the instructor. Each student is responsible for his or her own supplies although a list for beginners can be supplied by the instructor upon request.

Introduction to Digital Photography Instructor TBA Tuesday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Six week class beginning January 12 and February 23 An intro to digital photography, teaching you how to use your own camera and make amazing images. Basic camera operation including principles of shutter speed, aperture, metering and lighting will be covered. The class will progress into hands-on photographing of people, places and things. Bring your digital camera and instruction booklet.

WEDNESDAY
Open Painting Julie Messerschmidt Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ongoing through June. This class is designed for those students who have a working knowledge of basic techniques and materials in their media of choice: watercolor, oil, acrylic or charcoal. The focus will be on refining and enhancing skills, enabling students to bring their work to the next level. Painting fundamentals including composition and design, color mixing, value and drawing will be addressed as the instructor works with each student individually and encourages them to develop and define their own unique style. Students work from their own reference material.

Beginning to Intermediate Watercolor Mary Spires Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon Ongoing through April. Students should have the basics in watercolor with the desire to advance. Classes will include landscapes, some portraits and teacher assignments. The class will receive individual instruction and critique.

Jewelry Fabrication Debra Peisner Wednesday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Six Week Course beginning January 13 and February 24 Tools and Materials Fee $45 plus optional $37.50 for sterling silver wire. Payable to instructor at January 6 demonstration. Learn jewelry fabrication basics including Wire Wrapping, Chain Making, Texturing, Stamping and Sawing. You will learn to use the jeweler's hammer, saws and punches to make your own unique jewelry pieces.

Intermediate and Advanced Oil Painting Team Teachers Larry and Judy Pumfrey Wednesday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. January 13 through April.  Larry's forte is landscapes while Judy's is portraiture. Students receive individual instruction and assistance, and learn to develop their own unique expression. Class consists of a teaching and lecture session, painting time and critique of work.

Introduction to Screenprinting Cards and Small Prints Debbie Slowey Wednesday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Six Week Sequential Class beginning Wednesday, January 13 and February 24 This beginning course introduces students to the magic of silk screen printing. Students will create Fine Art Greeting Cards using non-toxic screen printing techniques. The class will start with preparing the screen and exploring ideas with sketches, and proceed through 'block out' of the screen and printing.

Reverse Glass Painting Carolyn Dischinger Wednesday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Six Week Sequential Class beginning Wednesday, January 13 and February 24.  Learn the basics of the ancient art of reverse glass painting. The first reverse paintings date back to the 13th Century soon after hand blown glass began to be made in Venice . Through the 15th, 16th and 17th Centuries, artists in Central and Western Europe utilized the technique. In the 18th Century, reverse glass religious subjects became popular in Central and Eastern Europe . Experimentation continues to the present day. Utilizing a crow quill pen, india ink and oil paint, you can create your own reverse glass paintings in this "very friendly" process. Course will cover drawing and design, and the process of ink and paint in reverse order.

THURSDAY
Colored Pencil for Everyone Melissa Miller Nece Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  Four-Week Sessions beginning Thursday, January 14 and February 25 Neat, portable and inexpensive, colored pencils can be used for any style work, from rough sketches to finely detailed realism. Students experiment with color and techniques for a full range of special effects. Emphasis on developing an individual style through personal guidance from instructor and class discussion. For all levels, but some background in drawing strongly suggested.

Beginning to Advanced Watercolor Dan Grimsich Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon.  Ongoing through April For beginning to advanced students. Paint your favorite landscape or seascapes from photographs or sketches. Dan works individually with each student on their personal projects.

Sumi-e or Suiboku Hiroko Borish Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Ongoing through June Learn the traditional Japanese Sumi-e or Suiboku method of using black ink, and watercolor with Hiroko Borish and all techniques of oriental brush painting. Although familiar with both western and oriental techniques, Hiroko's beautiful paintings primarily reflect her oriental background.

Beginning Drawing Joe Weinzettle Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Ongoing Learn many styles and techniques of shapes, shading and sketching from still life in this fundamentals class. Weinzettle advocates direct observation, believing that working from nature and encountering changing light situations are rewarding experiences, more so than working from photographs or printed sources.

FRIDAY
Open Painting Studio Friday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon - No Instruction Just an opportunity to create art together, share ideas and inspire your inner artist. $5 non-members, $3 members

Individual Drawing Doug Land Friday, 9:30 a.m. to noon Ongoing to May This class is for beginning to intermediate artists, as well as working artists that wish to review drawing techniques. The class sessions will progress from initial basic exercises to more creative techniques and exploration of materials. There will be an emphasis on learning to draw accurately and realistically.

"Make It Take It Friday" One Day Drawing Class Doug Land Friday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. - $35 Call for Weekly Availability This is for all of you who think you can't draw. Take a one day risk with artist Doug Land and discover the joys of drawing and your own inner artist. Through basic still life exercises, you will create a drawing you can take home and be proud to show. All materials are provided. Just bring an open mind and enjoy an afternoon of personal discovery.

"Make It Take It Friday" One Day Watercolor Painting Class Mary Spires Friday, 9:00 a.m. to noon - $35 Call for Availability Have you ever wanted to try watercolor but heard it was too hard? Take a one day risk with artist Mary Spires and discover the joys of painting in this gorgeous medium. Through a prepared drawing and demonstration, you will create a flower painting you can take home and be proud to show. All materials are provided. Just bring an open mind and enjoy an afternoon of personal discovery.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP $50.00 FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $65.00 LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP $500.00

Please pre-register for all classes call 727-596-4331 or arts1515@aol.com

This Schedule Is Subject To Change. Call BAC For Registration and Updated Information. All Class Fees Must Be Paid At The Time Of Registration. No Refunds For Missed Classes. 

Fees for Adult Clay Classes

(Unless Otherwise Noted):

 

$87.50 for Five Classes

$175 for Ten Classes

$20 Materials Fee

( One Block of Clay - 25lbs )

All Clay Students Must Be

Beach Art Center Members

(Excluding Kids Classes)

 

Fees For Adult Art Media Classes

(Unless Otherwise Noted):

 

Members:

$70 for four classes

$105 for Six Week Sessions

Non – Members:

$90 for four classes

$125 for Six Week Sessions

 

This Schedule Is Subject To Change.  Call BAC For Registration and Updated Information.  All Class Fees Must Be Paid At The Time Of Registration.  No Refunds For Missed Classes.

 

 

Annual Membership  $50.00

Family Membership  $65.00

Lifetime Membership $500.00

 

Please Pre-register

for All Classes

 

727-596-4331

 arts1515@aol.com

www.beachartcenter.org

Current Art Class Schedule PDF files (Click here 8 Pages 741 Kb)**

Adult Clay Classes* for 2010
POTTERY STUDIO MANAGER: ANNAMARIE GOOSSENS

Instruction on how to work on the wheel as well as hand building using slabs and the extruder.

MONDAY
"Try It Out" One Time Pottery Class
Nancy Phelps
Monday, 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Members $35
Ever want to try creating a piece of pottery but were unsure about the commitment to a regular class? Here is a chance to spend a morning getting a basic introduction to wheel and hand built pottery with Nancy Phelps. All materials are supplied.

Beginning Pottery
Nancy Phelps
Monday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Ongoing...
Students will learn the fundamentals of throwing on the wheel and hand building pots through slab and coil construction.

Throwing and Hand-Building
Nancy Phelps
Monday, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Ongoing...
This class is for anyone who wants to learn the basics of wheel throwing, hand building thrown forms as well as techniques for decorating.

TUESDAY
Beginning and Intermediate Pottery
Nancy Phelps
Tuesday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Ongoing…
Students will learn the fundamentals of throwing on the wheel and hand building pots through slab, pinch and coil construction.

WEDNESDAY
Intermediate and Advanced
Throwing and Hand-Building
Nancy Phelps
Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Ongoing…
This class is for the slightly experienced potter. Building with thrown pieces and new ideas in glazing and decoration will be explored.

All Levels Hand Building and Sculpture
Nancy Phelps
Wednesday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Ongoing…
Express yourself with clay! Find your inner artist with your hands in clay. Learn to use press molds, additive methods, slab rollers and extruders.

THURSDAY
Advanced Throwing and Hand Building
Nancy Phelps
Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Ongoing...
Advanced pottery! Let's share ideas and techniques. Time to work at your pace, along the way you may just learn something!

Open Pottery Studio
Thursday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For all students enrolled in classes. No
instruction.
$5.00 for members

FRIDAY
Intermediate and Advanced Throwing and Handbuilding
Jennifer Weaver
Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Work with professional fine art potter Jennifer Weaver on your own special challenges in wheel and handbuilding, forms, glazes, handles, lids and more. For the experienced student who is ready to rise to their next level.

 View, and/or print (using 8 1/2 by 11 paper) the most recent full schedules by downloading this PDF file (Click here 8 Pages 741 Kb)**

* Note:  This schedule is subject to change.
Call 727-596-4331 for registration and additional information,
or E-mail us with your specific requests.

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