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Athenaeum instructor Reed Cardwell with students
“Creativity lies at the interface of discipline and chaos.” Anon.
We will work with a variety of media to draw what we see. Bring your favorite pencils, chalks, and charcoals, and take this opportunity to add some more. Our goal is to draw accurately and to balance our interest in our subjects with attention and respect given to our media.
Materials: Spiral bound Sketchbook 9” x 12”; Spiral Sketchbook 11” x 17”; 2B, 4B graphite pencils; any other pencils: prismacolor, conte, pastel, or other graphites; Kneaded and plastic erasers; Pencil sharpener; soft vine charcoal, charcoal, soft cloth. Students will receive two booklets created especially for this new class. www.irinagronborg.com
Irina Gronborg
We will be working in one small sketchbook. Each page will be filled with a new subject and technique. We will explore the broad variety and versatility of pen and ink techniques both in the studio and one day on location in beautiful La Jolla. Students will learn about the many techniques of dip pens, ballpoint pens and felt-tip pens. The last day, those that wish to can experiment with adding color to their pen and ink drawings. The drawings from throughout the week can be copied onto watercolor paper at a copy store so you don’t have to paint on the original. All levels, from beginning to advanced, are welcome. Lori always has new ideas and techniques to share with students who have previously taken classes. Appropriate for adults and teens.
Materials: Dip pens with several different width nibs, a bottle of India ink, a ballpoint pen, a felt-tip pen and any pens you would like to try, a #8 watercolor brush, a small container for water. I will have small watercolor kits for those who don’t have their own watercolors. Bring a 5” x 8” sketchpad. There’s a wonderful one at Warwick’s called a Moleskine. The one with watercolor paper would work best for what we are doing. If you can’t get one, just bring the paper or pad you have.
Lori Mitchell
Beginning with gestures and short poses you will learn to simplify and abstract the figure into basic shapes and values. Students practice developing two-toned studies progressing to simple color studies as well as learning basic anatomical landmarks for figure and portrait painting. Class instruction focuses on gesture, proportions, superficial anatomy, tonal value and color relationships. Poses will be set so that the student can practice painting the whole figure or focus only on the portrait. There will be class demonstrations of new concepts and principles as well as individual critiques.
Materials: Canvas: 16” x 20” cotton canvases. All canvases should be toned with a medium gray as all work will be done under artificial light. Brushes: Filbert #4, bristle blend rounds #1, 2 and 3. Several of each is recommended, filberts for massing in large areas and rounds for refining shapes and more precise work. Oil paint: Palette consists of a warm and cool variation of every color except orange. Burnt Umber, *Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, *Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Lemon, *Cadmium Green Pale, Viridian, Cerulean Blue, *Ultramarine Blue, Magenta, Dioxazine Purple, *Titanium White, and Ivory Black. *Required colors for the class. Palette - 11” x 14” or larger wood or glass palette; Viva brand paper towels; Gamblin Stand Oil, palette cups, odorless mineral spirits.
Jean will present the way of Chinese brush painting both as a dance and a powerful weapon in the hand of a warrior. You will learn to wield the brush like a sword when you paint bamboo trunks, twigs and joints and learn Chinese calligraphy—all powerful movements. You will switch to being a dancer when you paint bamboo leaves and playful fish. Continuing students will pursue other subjects such as animals, flowers and landscapes. This class is both for total beginners and advanced students.
Materials: Please bring to the workshop the following items: Three water containers (such as margarine-size plastic containers); a watercolor palette, or several plastic or ceramic plates for mixing colors; a pad of newsprint at least 12”x18” or larger, a stack of newspaper; a piece of black felt material, which is available at fabric stores, approximately 4”wide to cover the table where you work. E-mail Jean Shen for a list of Chinese art supplies which are available for purchase at the first class: jbrushwrk@aol.com
Jean Shen
In this class, students will have an opportunity to experience a variety of printmaking processes, all of which are possible without a press. Instructor Amber George will lead demonstrations of monotype, relief block prints with easy cut rubber and foam, as well as more experimental printmaking processes with unconventional materials. This class is appropriate for beginners and experienced artists alike. One on one attention from the instructor will help each student best express and explore their own goals and ideas.
Materials: Notebook, apron or smock, paintbrushes, stamps, stencils, texture making materials, pencils, collage or specialty papers, Speedball Lino Set No. 1, Staedtler Mastercarve Carving Blocks - any size, and printmaking brayers if you have them.
Amber George
Change your photographs into works of art! Photography allows us to capture our visual world instantaneously. Using your digital or 35mm camera we will take photographs or use photographs from our own personal collections to create Polaroid transfer images—unique impressionistic prints on watercolor paper. We will then enhance our images with watercolors, pastels, rubber stamps, decoupage, etc., to personalize our photographs. Using my special printer, we can use the photographs with other media, including personal memorabilia, old photographs, leaves, flowers, drawings, etc., to collage and create enticing images that can be framed individually or made into a photo journal. You will learn lessons in the art of creative applications that explore the many possibilities of alternative processes and encourage experimentation as well as personal expression. Wondering what to do with all your pictures? Come explore your creativity and end up with art worth framing
Materials: No special equipment is needed other than your own camera, which can be either digital or film—any camera will do, no matter the quality (you can borrow mine if you don’t have one). No experience in art or photography is necessary. Please bring three 4” x 6” photographs to the first meeting.
" The purpose of painting is no longer to write history, since that is
recorded in books. Our conception of it is nobler. It is the means
whereby the artist expresses his inner vision." Matisse
Come and let me help you to find a fresh way of seeing and to "Express YOUR inner vision"! In this six week studio class you will be able to try something new each class building on what we did at the previous class. If you have been considering trying different materials and methods of making ART, wanting to "break out" of the "old patterns", this will be the perfect place to do so! Demonstrations will include stenciling, (like some of the new URBAN ART) photo transfer and mono type. You may want to try incorporating some of these techniques into your current work. Perhaps you have seen some Art & wondered how it was done? Let's explore that! There are constantly new products on the market to create textured paintings in oil and acrylics, perhaps that interests you? Would you like to (re)look at some of the basics such as color theory & composition, why some things work & others do not? You will receive many handouts detailing the usage of various materials from spray paints, new colors in acrylic paints, which whites to use, many of the new gels and thickeners, what to use to protect new materials such as plywood,
cardboard etc. Books & handouts on diverse International contemporary Artists, videos and DVD's will be available. The focus will be on discovering YOUR OWN highly individual way of expressing yourself in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Most of all it will be FUN! Any questions, please e-mail Instructor: 4choux@sbcglobal.net. You may also visit the websites www.rivianbutikofer.com and www.rivianbutikoferphotography.com. Instruction is highly INDIVIDUALIZED and ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOME!
Materials: DAY ONE PLEASE BRING: thin black felt tip marker, sketch pad, at least
11x14 suitable for graphite, oil pastels, (preferably water soluble, Portfolio brand if possible, can usually be found at Staples) pencils, (light to dark, IE: 4H or 2H, HB or 2B, 4B and 6B)
Acrylic paint. (*NOTE: YOU MAY WAIT TO BRING PAINTS IF YOU WISH.) medium primary red (crimson), a primary blue (Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt) Prussian Blue, primary magenta, and a primary yellow (Cadmium Yellow or Lemon Yellow) burnt umber or raw umber, unbleached titanium, yellow ochre, violet, green, and orange that appeal to you and opaque and
transparent white - (Titanium white, & zinc or transparent mixing white), black, brushes, at least small. med. & large sizes, container for water, palette.
Rivian Butikofer
Fresh, fluid and transparent! Our classes will concentrate not only on the principles of color, value, shapes and composition, but also on the varied applications of this exciting and sparkling medium to produce paintings that stand out. All levels are welcome. Instructor demos, individual attention and analysis of work are featured, with plenty of time for you to paint. It's watercolor as
you like it!
Materials: WATERCOLOR PAINTS (in tubes): Aureolin, Quinacridone Gold or Raw Sienna
Burnt Sienna or Quinacridone Burnt Orange, Permanent Red or Quinacridone Red, Alizarin Crimson, Cerulean Blue, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Pthalo Blue, Viridian Green, Pthalo Green, Black or Payne's Gray; WATERCOLOR BRUSHES: 1-inch flat, No 16 round, No round;
PALETTE: Plastic palette with wells and lid cover; PAPER: Two full sheets of 140 lb. Arches watercolor paper (cold press) natural white; MISCELLANEOUS: Water bowl or jar, Paint rags or paper towels, 9 x 12 sketch pad, 9 x 12 tracing paper pad, 2B or soft black lead pencil, Kneaded eraser, Support backing board, plus wide tape or bulldog clips, Sponge (one natural, one kitchen).
James Millard
What pushes us to create? How can we awaken our creativity in order to celebrate life and the gift of expression? This class explores ways to stimulate creativity through drawing, color work, collage, painting and mixed media. We will immerse ourselves in a wide array of inspiring and challenging projects. Whether a beginner or one experienced in art, this class offers the opportunity to spark your imagination, perception and ideas as well as enhance your style of expression. We will work on different projects each time to enrich visual vocabulary, skills and experience in art.
Materials: Drawing pad 18” x 24”, 80 pounds; newsprint or sketch pad; six sheets of colored pastel paper (your choice of colors, including black); assorted pencils (graphite, colored pencils); plastic eraser, kneaded eraser, art gum; fine- and medium-point black markers; small set of chalk pastels and oil pastels; vine charcoal and compressed charcoal sticks; white Conté stick; small set of watercolors or gouache (opaque watercolor); brush; glue stick, rubber cement and scissors; two magazines.
Learn how to draw with this award-winning artist and teacher. Figure, landscape and still life are the focal points for applying techniques for shading, line, texture and design. You will learn how to see; contour, line, gesture drawing, and geometric breakdown of form will be some of your tools. The psychology of line and color will also play a part in your learning. Most of all you will learn about the power of art to express feelings that transcend words. This teacher believes every student has the ability to possess this power and takes joy in guiding you to this threshold. Beginners and advanced students are welcome.
Materials: 2b pencil, ebony pencil, kneaded eraser, good quality bond drawing paper, 2 pads 14" X 17" & 18" X 24" 50 lb. or better; simple water color set Prang 8 colors
water cup; 3 brushes small, medium, large; thin nib black magic marker permanent
trash can liner for desk top protector, tortillion or blending stump; whatever else you may wish to bring.
Judy Shufro
Explore the rich medium of collage—a fun, easy-to-learn way to combine imagery, text, found objects, and other media to express your creativity!
We will examine the work of historical and contemporary artists who work in collage. We will survey some collage work by Lenore Tawney and Romare Bearden, as well as the work of Robert Rauschenberg, Max Ernst, Picasso and Joseph Cornell.
We will use the etching press and letterpress to create content for your work with collage. You will learn how to make and use monoprints, paste paper, and several simple transfer processes. Class discussions and demonstrations will focus on how to employ practical principles of design and composition. We will explore several media forms and have fun with diverse materials to create collages that have personal meaning and universal appeal.
Materials will be discussed at the first session.
Watercolor need not be pale and cautious. It can have all the vibrancy of acrylic and the individuality and nuance of mixed media. And transparent watercolor has a luminous quality that is uniquely beautiful and exciting. In this class you will learn techniques and approaches that allow you to paint freely and expressively to produce dramatic paintings without the need for other mediums. Concentrating on paint flow, value and composition, as well as creative technique and thought processes, you will pursue paintings that “make a splash” while using only watercolor.
Materials: Large covered palette; backing board and clips; soft synthetic or natural watercolor brushes in a range of sizes and shapes, at least one of which is 1”, or larger, square. Quality tube watercolor paint in your usual colors. If possible put off buying new colors until after the first class meeting. The following list includes some of the colors regularly used by the instructor, but is for information only: Winsor or Thalo Blue, green shade; Ultramarine or French Ultramarine Blue; Cobalt Blue; Burnt Sienna or Italian Burnt Sienna; Thalo Green; Sap Green (lightfast); New Gamboge or Cadmium Yellow; Lemon Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Pale; Raw Sienna and/or Quinacridone Gold; Quinacridone Magenta or Rose; either Quinacridone, Winsor, Cadmium, or Pyrole Red; Cobalt Violet. Good quality watercolor paper: full sheets of Arches, 140 lb; Fabriano Artistico; Lanaquarelle; or similar well-sized watercolor papers recommended. Other materials: masking materials such as masking fluid, masking tapes of various widths; two water containers; spray bottle; natural sponge; old bath towel and rags; old toothbrush; pencil, eraser, scratch paper; one sheet clear acetate, preferably “wet media”; one white and one dark gray watercolor crayon; reference materials such as sketches, photos or clippings.
Elaine Harvey
A long-time local master instructor, floral designer, Rene van Rems will instruct on how to achieve that fall bounty look in order to get ready for the fall and Thanksgiving. This workshop is a hands-on class where you will learn how to design a large loose bouquet in glass, a “Mille Fleur” inspired centerpiece with summer flowers and fruit, and a hand tied bouquet to fit in any earthen urn or ceramic “Tuscany” style container. Rene will teach you the “industry secrets” to making flowers last and will show you the simple steps to Euro-style design ideas. He will demonstrate all pieces to be made and give you theory on the “how-to’s” before you make each arrangement. Upon completion of the workshop you get to take home your creations to show off at your next party! This class does not require prior experience. Space limitation is 20 students. No visitors please.
Materials: The materials fee should be paid upon registration. It includes all flowers and other decorative elements as well as containers. Please bring a floral knife and pruners. Please wear comfortable shoes. No previous design classes required!
Rene van Rems
This class will give students the opportunity to create unique works of art, as they explore the elements of color and design. Through painting, drawing, collage, and sculpture projects students will learn about the principles of fine art, such as color theory, positive and negative space, and basic design. We’ll also discover the secret behind the creation of tessellations and one-point perspective landscapes.
Materials: $30 materials fee can be paid to Christina at the first class meeting.
In this course we will focus primarily on effective ways to simplify and depict the figure in terms of gesture, rhythm, design, flat shapes and simplified light/dark areas (using pencil, charcoal, pen/wash and certain simple measuring techniques.) Pose lengths will vary from 2 to 20 minutes or longer. The idea is to vary the size and quantity of figures in conjunction with design principles that make interesting compositions. If you participate in local figure sketch groups, what we do in this workshop will add a whole new dimension to your maximization of a single page. Deeper study of anatomy can be shared on a "want to know" basis.
Materials: Bring your own favorite materials or try my supplies, which are listed below:
18x24 newsprint pad, Vine Charcoal sticks - Soft and/or Graphite Pencils 2B, 4B; Foam Core with clips to hold the Artagain paper and newsprint pad - 20x26" - 3/16" thick
For the latter part of the course: Artagain Pastel paper, Conte Color Pastels and Calligraphy; pens can be obtained from Dick Blick; Several - sheets pastel paper: 10344-2220 - Strathmore 400 Artagain - single sheet - Gotham Grey - 19" × 25"; 10344-2350 - Strathmore 400 Artagain - single sheet - Moonstone - 19" × 25"; 2 each - Water soluble Calligraphy Pens 20820-2003 Doubleheader Calligraphy Markers - Black; 1 each #8 round watercolor brush (for creating runny ink shadow washes; Small water container, Conte Color Pastels (or any set you already have with off whites included.) 1 Set (this set is small, light and complete, but any small set containing some light colors is OK)20201-1209 Conte Color Pastels - assortment of 48.
This is an interactive lecture for anyone who "can't draw a straight line" but likes art, perhaps collects art, frequents art galleries and museums - someone with an interest in learning and no artistic talent. What is meant by "good eye" or "art skills"? You'll take a closer look at what painting is about, why some people can draw and others can't. You will begin to see differently, and may be intrigued to find out if you have a potential as an artist. Seating is limited. Register early to allow time for your personal art kit to arrive. Intended specifically for non-artists.
The Athenaeum’s favorite floral artist helps you get ready for the holidays in “Euro-Style” in this hands-on workshop, which includes demonstrations, theory and discussion.
Learn how to make a noble fur and California holly berry wreath, embellished with cones and other fun materials (which can be used on the door or on a coffee table), a contemporary dinning room table centerpiece and a mantel piece.Rene is known for using just the right mix of material that sets your holiday décor apart from the rest and the commercial traditional designs. You will use natural materials that will last throughout the season, or can be added to for that special party. Some experience required. All designs become the students’ own for home use or as gifts! This class always sells out!
Due to space requirements, limited to 20 students. No visitors please.
Materials: Please pay materials fee at registration. Bring pruners and a knife, which are also for sale at the class. All other materials are included.
Enjoy a comfortable bus ride with coffee and sweet bread served by Ensenada resident guides Esther or Maria Mitriani. We will visit artists studios and galleries in the boarder region and in Rosarito Beach area. A gourmet lunch at a upscale local restaurant is included. A passport is required for this trip! Meet the bus at 8 AM in the UTC parking lot between Macy’s and Goodyear Tire.
This Sunday morning class is for artists who want to draw or paint from the same life model in a long pose over a period of three weeks. There will be several poses and models throughout the eight weeks. A monitor will be present at each class to arrange the schedule and the model’s pose. Walk-in students are welcome.
Materials: Bring preferred materials.
This Sunday afternoon class is for artists who want to draw or paint from a life model. There will be a variety of poses and models throughout the eight weeks. A monitor will be present at each class to arrange the schedule and the model’s pose. Walk-in students are welcome.
Materials: Bring preferred materials.
What’s mixed media? Everything and anything! You’ll paint, collage, draw, print with our own hand carved stamps, sew, glue, even burn---all to make art. This class encourages your own creativity with lots of techniques and ideas. Most everything in the class can be done on a paper surface OR a cloth surface or combining the two. Each week you’ll explore a new technique or theme. Class will be inspirational, positive and fun, with lots of sharing, laughing, and learning from the others in the class. All levels of experience welcome, and previous students can expect all new lessons. Questions, email Jane@PlainJaneStudio.com
Materials: $20 materials fee will be collected in class. For the first day, please bring pencils and 140 watercolor paper any size. A materials list will be given and discussed at the first class.
Jane La Fazio
This class will follow a basic approach to painting and drawing the human figure from a live model. Students may use their favorite medium and will be encouraged to experiment with new media. In addition to newsprint or watercolor paper, toned paper may also be used to study dark and light accents in chiaroscuro treatment where attention will be given to the creative use of color and value. We will alternate working from both clothed and nude models. Students will have the opportunity to do several two- or three-session sustained paintings. In addition to portraiture, attention will be given to the study of hands, feet and the head.
Materials: For those using pastels, get softest vine charcoal; Rembrandt pastels box of 90 or 180 pieces, or Nupastel, box of 96 pieces; Canson brand pastel paper #429, 426 or 431; foam core drawing board cut one inch larger than your paper with two clips to hold it. For beginning watercolorists: one tube each of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna watercolor for first session; more colors if you have them (additional colors will be discussed at first meeting); large covered Woods or Pike palette; brushes #12 pointed and 1” flat; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper); pencils: 2B, 4B, 6B; kneaded eraser; 18” x 24” drawing pad; Morilla 18” x 24” acid-free or rough newsprint. For charcoal: 4B charcoal pencil; softest vine charcoal. Everyone, bring paper towels.
Ken Goldman
Working in pencil, charcoal, watercolor, pastel or oils, we will paint or draw a clothed portrait for two or three sessions per pose. Through this process we will study composition, the step-by-step process of facial anatomy, and expressive color use. We will also pay special attention to points of connection between model, background, foreground, negative shapes and overall use of the picture plane, as well as the massing, shading and facial anatomy of the head. APPROPRIATE FOR ADULTS AND TEENS.
Materials: For those using pastels: Rembrandt, box of 90 or 180 pieces, or Nupastel, box of 96 pieces; Canson brand pastel paper #429, 426 or 431; foam core drawing board cut one inch larger than your paper with two clips to hold it; paper towels; masking tape. For beginning watercolorists: one tube each of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna watercolor for first session; more colors if you have them (additional colors will be discussed at first meeting); large covered Woods or Pike palette; brushes #12 pointed and 1” flat; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper). Pencils: 2B, 4B, or 6B; kneaded eraser; 18” x 24” drawing pad; Morilla 18" x 24" acid free or rough newsprint; 3B Conté compressed charcoal ; 4B and 6B General charcoal pencil; softest vine charcoal; paper towels.
Create color, light and texture using simple watercolor tools. We'll focus on flowers and still-lives. Bring paint, paper and a brush. If you're a real beginner, for $45.00 you can purchase your supplies in class!
Carol Curtis
People in the 21st C. do not look at Impressionism the same way as people in the 19th C. did. Art is a constantly evolving phenomenon! Have you always dreamt of painting, or have you been painting for a long time, but cannot seem to get out of your " same old, same old"? IS it time for YOU & YOUR ART TO EVOLVE? Maybe you want to make paintings like you've seen but do not know how, or even have the nerve to TRY? Wouldn't it be fun to do something really different & contemporary? This 4 week studio class will be like a 'tasting of CONTEMPORARY ART'! You might want to paint a portrait, landscape or non-objective piece in a style that reflects 'today'. We will look at many people working today such as Beverly McIver, Anselm Kiefer, Wangechi Mutu, Lucien Freud, David Hockney, the new Chinese Art, and many others. This is basically a painting experience, however, feel free to branch off into incorporating mixed media in your paintings. You will get so many new ideas with which to experiment that will excite and motivate you to continue! The focus will be on discovering your own highly individual way of expressing yourself in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Most of all it will be FUN! Any questions, please e-mail Instructor: 4choux@sbcglobal.net. You may also visit the websites www.rivianbutikofer.com and www.rivianbutikoferphotography.com. Instruction is highly INDIVIDUALIZED and will include many books, handouts, & demonstrations. ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOME! Review of the basic elements & principles of art is always included.
Materials: DAY ONE PLEASE BRING: thin black felt tip marker, pencils, (light to dark, IE: 4H or 2H, HB or 2B, 4B and 6B) sketch pad, at least 11x14 suitable for graphite, oil pastels, & paint. Oil pastels, (preferably water soluble, Portfolio brand if possible, can usually be found at Staples) * Acrylic paint: medium primary red (crimson), a primary blue (Ultramarine Blue or Cobalt) Prussian Blue, primary magenta, and a primary yellow (Cadmium Yellow or Lemon Yellow) burnt umber or raw umber, unbleached titanium, yellow ochre, violet, green, and orange that appeal to you and opaque and transparent white - (Titanium white, & zinc or transparent mixing white), black, brushes, at least small. med. & large sizes, container for water, palette. * NOTE: IF YOU ARE USING OIL PAINTS OR HAVE FURTHER QUESTIONS PLEASE E-MAIL INSTRUCTOR AT 4CHOUX@SBCGLOBAL.NET
This class will introduce you to the basics of drawing and painting, both serious and fun! There will be three lessons in drawing and three lessons in painting with oils. You will have a chance to work in pencil, charcoal, pastel and colored pencil. Then we will use what you have learned to begin an oil painting. Using a variety of themes, each section will begin with tools and materials. We will cover light and shadow, strokes, textures, composition, mixing color and a fun technique for each media. Beginners level.
Materials: 11” x 14” (min.) sketchbook of drawing paper, 5B graphite or lead pencil (EBONY DESIGN by Sanford,) a kneaded eraser, paper towels or old cotton rags, and a drawing board with clips (18” x 24” is good. A piece of masonite can be used.) You may bring (optional) colored pencils, pastels (Rembrandt or Nupastel) and/or charcoal. PAINTING SUPPLIES: five 4” x 6” canvases and one larger canvas (at least 16” x 20”) for your large painting to begin on Lesson 3. They can be canvas board or stretched. PAINTS: Cadmium Red LT. Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue, Yellow Ochre, Veridian Green, Raw Umber, Ivory Black, Titanium White; BRUSHES: #4 and #12 short bristle, flat #5 and #10 flat in long bristle, #1 round (A #12 brush = 1” in width.) FOR OIL PAINTING: Medium: Linseed Oil; Solvent: Odorless mineral spirits for paint cleaner and remover. Turpenoid (odorless) to mix with your paints. FOR ACRYLIC PAINTING: Gloss or matt medium
ADDITIONAL ITEMS: Two small oil cups or baby food jars, Palette and Palette knife, rags.
This class will focus on two book structures. The first is called a Multi-Section Slip Case. This Slip Case structure is designed for lightweight books, pamphlets, letters and postcards. This structure was designed by the legendary Hedi Kyle. We will also make variations on this structure to turn it into a housing for treasures and small objects, a wunderkabinett of sorts.
The second structure we will make is an album structure designed by David Brock, head conservator at Stanford University . This album is simple elegant structure, designed to hold many layers of content. We will fabricate our own paste paper to use for the covers.
We will discuss both the history of the book arts movement and the current state of book arts throughout this class. Please join me for a fun-filled fall semester class.
Materials: Most supplies for the class will be supplied but students should bring an Exacto knife and blades, a 45- and 90-degree triangle, a see-thru ruler, a paste brush and a cutting mat. We will discuss other appropriate supplies on the first day.
This class is for intermediate to advanced students who want to start or continue painting with acrylic paint using nontraditional techniques. Paintings will be based on live models or photographs. Students will focus on painting portraits and figure paintings that are more expressive than traditional paintings in their use of form, color and paint application. Students will be encouraged to transform what they see into an artistic expression and not paint the figure in a purely academic style. We will review different acrylic mediums and explore their use.
Materials: If this is your first time buying acrylics, buy the inexpensive student grade (preferably all BIG tubes if you can afford
it!). Acrylic colors: Titanium White (get a BIG cheap tube or jar of this color), Naples Yellow (get a BIG cheap tube or jar of this color), Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Orange, Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Prussian Blue, Turquoise, Sap Green, Yellow Ocre (get a BIG cheap Dick Blick tube or jar of this color), Raw Sienna, Raw Umber, Ivory Black. Brushes: Bring a variety of brushes ranging from VERY small to 1-1/2”. Bring AT LEAST five sizes. Disposable palette the larger size; plastic mister (to put water in); palette knife; canvas pad or canvas paper (large size); large glass jar (like a pickle jar).
Alida Cervantes
Break away from painting traditional subject matter. Come and explore abstract ideas that challenge and stimulate your creativity! Learn to draw and paint intuitively using elements of design such as line, shape, form, color, etc. Bring your own ideas about what to paint—i.e., imagination, photos, sketches. You may paint completely nonobjective abstract work, such as shapes and colors, or use your own ideas and images based on reality. We will have a live model pose for one class meeting. Individual instruction and group critiques will guide you in measuring your progress.
Materials: Bring oil and/or acrylic paints, brushes and painting palette that you already have, or contact the Athenaeum School of the Arts for details. Bring at least two canvases—either stretched or panels to work on, minimum 14” x 17”, maximum 48” x 60”. Bring a water container for acrylics, or to hold odorless solvent for oils; one roll paper towels; vine charcoal sticks or chalk pastels; one can spray fixative.
Sculpting a standing female figure is an exercise in finding grace and movement. The study of proportion, the choice of a pose, the creation of mass and the style of execution will be addressed in casual short lectures. Each student receives individual attention according to their level of expertise. Self directed sculptors and beginners are welcome!
We will explore ways to create a standing figure without an armature to enable firing. You are welcome to use one if you choose. Wet clay will be for sale at the studio for $10. Bring a board measuring between 12 x 12 and 16 x 16 inches, 2 plastic bags to cover the 1 to 2 foot sculpture, newspaper, masking tape.
Barbara Postelnek
This class offers an opportunity to expand your range of techniques and develop a personal style. Working from a still life we will paint quick sketches, as well as longer studies. We will discuss direct painting technique, glazing and other traditional oil painting techniques, and how and when to use photographic references. Intermediate to advanced students welcome.
Materials: 5 $ materials fee first class 4 8x10 canvas boards; 2 11x14 canvas boards; 2 16x20 canvases half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4,and six. One medium size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail size 2-4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, Windsor Newton Liquin; wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Pthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium orange, Raw umber, Jar with lid.
Paint from a beautiful natural still life each day. This class will begin with small quick studies and progress to complete full-size paintings. All the elements of still-life painting will be covered, with emphasis on color and how to use a limited palette. This is an excellent opportunity for students to study color in depth and to accomplish some serious painting. As the paintings are finished, students will discuss creative issues and learn methods of self-critique. Pat especially welcomes beginning students as well as intermediate to advanced.
Materials: Eight 8” x 10” canvas boards; two 16” x 20” canvases, Half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert #2, 4 and 6. One medium-sized palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail #2–4. Oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Lemon, Pthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange, Raw Umber. Other materials: odorless turpentine, cup for turpentine, wooden palette, jar with lid, paper towels.
Pat Kelly
Have some experience mixing paint, but need help with your basic drawing skills? This class is designed to help bring together the fundamentals in drawing with the expressive nature of paint. In addition to the fundamentals in drawing and painting including line, composition, value, perspective and color mixing, you will learn how to draw using a technique called “sighting”. Combining your drawing with paint, we will then experiment with light and its affects on color. Emphasizing expressive color, this class will teach you the techniques of glazing, washing and direct painting. Representational and abstract subject matter will be utilized. This is an opportunity to further your knowledge of color theory and to create a color palette that is all your own and revisit or improve your drawing. All levels are welcome and there is plenty of individual attention given to each student by your instructor.
Materials: Brushes: Get a variety of sizes—i.e., a liner brush, a 1/4”, 1/2” and 1” flat or filbert, and whatever else you have. With a less expensive brush, look to see that the bristles are curving toward each other from the outside edges and that when you flick the brush in your hand it has some spring to it. A 32 oz. can Turpenoid; scetchbook; pencils; pens and/or charcoal; eraser. Oil paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Red Medium, Ultramarine Blue, Raw Umber, Red Oxide, Magenta, and Yellow Ochre. Ten 9”x12” and 11”x14”canvas boards or stretched canvas; one 16” x 20” stretched canvas. Disposable paper palette (or any palette, this just makes clean up easier); cotton rags (old T-shirts, etc.); yogurt cups ds or jars with lids to store extra turpenoid. Questions about materials will be answered the first meeting; however, please bring pencils erasers, paints, palette, turpenoid, rags, yogurt cups, canvas boards, sketchbook and brushes for the first class because we will be painting.
The class will learn to sculpt the head in clay achieving a likeness of the model with measuring techniques using calipers and solid body build up (no armature) The class will learn how to prepare the sculpture for firing and learn about various painting techniques to achieve a bronze look to a fired clay sculpture.
Materials: The materials fee can be paid to the instructor at the first class meeting and will cover the clay needed for the class.
Mary Buckman
Use this opportunity to hone your life drawing skills this December during the Athenaeum School of the Arts Student Exhibition and attend this Life Drawing Class. Come for a day, for an hour or for the entire five days.
Materials: Bring preferred materials.
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