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Winter/Spring 2010 School of the Arts Schedule

Letter from the School of the Arts Director:

Welcome to the Winter/Spring 2010 Session at the Athenaeum’s School of the Arts!

During this extended trimester period form January through April, we are offering a variety of new classes and new class combinations and workshops. Local photographer Erika Kyte joins the faculty in La Jolla for a photo transfer class. We are also offering a silk painting workshop with Jan Janas in La Jolla. Several of our long time teachers offer two classes back to back, enabling students to continue painting uninterrupted for up to 14 weeks. Students have the flexibility to sign up for only one of the classes if they are traveling part of the time, or receive a discount for signing up for both! We hope you find exactly what you need for a creative new year!

We look forward to seeing you at the School of the Arts!

~Cornelia Feye
School of the Arts and Arts Education Director

Financial Support is provided in part by the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture.

Class & Workshops Updated as of March 1, 2010

Classes & Workshops, La Jolla Studio

1. Botanical Drawing in Color Pencil - Sorry, this class is full!
Irina Gronborg

Discover beauty in a lettuce leaf or in the stem of a rose. Drawing slowly and attentively gives each of us, beginner and advanced, the opportunity/occasion to pay attention and to really see what is before us. We will pay our respects to both the truth and beauty of botanical structures.
The class will consist of tonal and color renderings plus some exciting speed-drawing exercises. There will be demonstrations, examples of Irina’s botanical sketchbooks and formal drawings, and a sampling of the history of botanical drawings—plus the tips and tricks advanced students have been waiting for! Each student will be given two of Irina’s booklets, designed especially for this class. Website: www.irinagronborg.com.

Mondays, 9 AM–12 noon
Jan. 25 – Mar. 1 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180
($300/340 for class 1 +2, 12 weeks)

Materials: Graphite pencils (4B and 2B), kneaded eraser, plastic eraser, pencil sharpener, a pad of 9” x 11” or 11”x 14” drawing paper (Strathmore is an excellent brand), and a 48-pencil set of sharpened Sanford Prismacolor pencils.

2. Drawing Carefully and Sketching Quickly with a Variety of Pencils - Sorry, this class
is full!
Irina Gronborg

A variety of subjects will encourage a variety of approaches to representational drawing. Classes are taught through demonstrations, examples and discussion of artistic precedent and attitudes, and individual attention. Even beginning students are frequently surprised by their achievements and skills developed in Irina’s classes. They find when they concentrate on the process they are able to produce unique and accurate drawings.

Mondays, 9 AM – 12 noon
Mar. 15- Apr. 19 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180
($300/340 for class 1 +2, 12 weeks)

Materials: Graphite pencils (4B and 2B), kneaded eraser, plastic eraser, pencil sharpener, a pad of 9” x 11” or 11” x 14” drawing paper. (Strathmore is an excellent brand), and a 48-pencil set of SHARPENED; Sanford Prismacolor pencils.

3. Secrets of Pen & Ink
Lori Mitchell

We will look at many master works as well as contemporary works to see how the artists worked their magic in pen and ink. Each week we will try a different subject in pen and ink. In the last two classes students will be able to finish anything that was started or to work on a favorite subject. We will explore texture, line, shape, proportion and negative space.

Still Life
Buildings
Landscape
Travel
Animals
Faces and figures (live model)

We will explore the broad variety and versatility of pen and ink techniques using dip pens, ballpoint pens, and an assortment of ink pens. The final images are ideal for cards, scrapbooks, blogs or just hanging on the wall. All levels from beginning to advanced are welcome. Weather permitting; we may go outdoors for our landscape class.

Mondays, 1–4 PM
Jan. 25–Mar. 15 (8 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$190/215

Materials: India ink in a bottle that can be dipped into; dip pens with at least three nibs that are different thickness' (thin, medium, and thick); 1 black ballpoint pen; 1 sketchbook with no smaller that 81⁄2"x11. Feel free to bring any pens or paper you would like to try. If you have a favorite travel, animal or face photo, and it’s a nice big, clear shot, bring it along. If not there will be photos supplied.

4. Four-Week Long Pose I
5. Four-Week Long Pose II
6. Four-Week Long Pose III
Stephanie Goldman

In three separate four-week sessions we will explore both a nude and clothed model in your preferred media (oil, pastel, charcoal, or pencil). Having four weeks for a single pose will increase your ability to take a piece further than before or gain new familiarity and dexterity with different media and approaches. Class instruction builds on the foundation of gesture, abstract light and dark shapes, tonal values, color relationships, edge control, paint manipulation, proportions and basic anatomical landmarks.

Instruction will be individual and the class size is limited, so all levels are welcome. Please e-mail me with supply list questions goldmanfineart@cox.net

4. Long Pose I
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Jan. 26 – Feb. 16 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
($450/500 for classes 3+4+5, 12 weeks)

5. Long Pose II
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Feb. 23 – Mar. 16 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
($450/500 for classes 3+4+5, 12 weeks)

6. Long Pose III
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Mar. 23 – Apr. 13
La Jolla Studio
$160/180 (includes model)
($450/500 for classes 3+4+5, 12 weeks)

Materials: Bring your favorite materials OR chosen media from this list: wood or glass palette; canvas—cotton, linen, and/or Masonite are all acceptable up to 16” x 20” and toned in advance with #6 acrylic paint; bristle brush, #2, #4 and #6 filbert and #2 round; medium (Liquin or stand oil/turpentine); container for odorless mineral spirits and medium; palette knife; Viva paper towels.

NEW STUDENT OIL COLORS (limited palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Ivory Black, Titanium White. Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. (Please No paper palettes!)

OIL COLORS (full palette): Raw Umber, Burnt Sienna, Alizarin Crimson Permanent, Cadmium Red, Cadmium Scarlet, Perylene Red, Cadmium Orange, Raw Sienna, Indian Yellow, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Green Pale, Cadmium Green, Viridian, Phthalo Green, Cerulean Blue, Phthalo Turquoise, Cobalt Blue, Cerulean Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxazine Purple, Quinacridone Magenta, Titanium White, Colors are listed in the order they appear on the palette from left to right. Unless otherwise noted, the following brands are recommended: Winsor & Newton, Gamblin, and Old Holland.

PASTELS: Rembrandt 150 or 225 set, NuPastel set of 76, or any pastel sets you have; vine charcoal sticks; charcoal pencil (medium and soft); single-edge razor blade;, kneaded eraser; toned pastel paper (Canson moonstone, Sennelier La Carte, or other toned paper); drawing board (3/16” foam core board cut one inch larger than paper); clips; stiff bristle brush; chamois.

CHARCOAL DRAWING SUPPLIES: soft, medium or hard vine charcoal; soft, medium and hard charcoal pencils; white chalk (NuPastel 211-P NITRAM, HB 0066 is recommended) or white charcoal pencil; brass chalk holder; 18” x 24” pad of rough newsprint; Canson Mi-Tientes drawing paper in a neutral grey color; drawing Board and clips; single-edge razor blade; kneaded eraser; charcoal blending stump; chamois cloth.

PENCIL DRAWING SUPPLIES: Strathmore 500 charcoal paper; two-ply bristol board with a medium or smooth finish is recommended for pencil drawings. Graphite pencils 6B, 2B, H, and 2H are recommended. Other supplies: pencil sharpener; drawing board (3/16” foam core cut one inch larger than paper); clips to attach paper to the board; kneaded rubber eraser; Viva paper towels.

7. Dance of the Brush—Chinese Brush Painting & Calligraphy
Jean Shen

Enter the land of the ancient art of Chinese brush painting and calligraphy. Enjoy the fascinating and intriguing art form of “dancing” with the bamboo brush in your hand moving across rice paper with Chinese ink and colors. You will learn how to hold the brush in the traditional manner to paint bamboo studies with power as if you are doing martial art. From bamboo studies you will go on to paint a fish swishing its tail in the water, and pine needles on branches so sharp and vigorous. Your paintings will reflect your energy and inner rhythm. Chinese calligraphy will be introduced in the first half hour to help you master the brush. It will be a fun way to learn to speak and write some Chinese words. If you are new to art you will not feel lost as each person will be given individual help in a step-by-step manner. It is exhilarating and fun and well worth the time invested.

Returning students will continue on the journey to painting of flowers and vegetables, animals, insects, fish, landscape, people, and calligraphy, acquiring more and more “dancing” strokes and expressing their love of nature and art with increasing freedom and confidence. My goal is to help each student discover and cultivate their own unique style of doing Chinese brush painting.

Tuesdays, 1–4 PM
Jan. 26–Feb. 16 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150

Materials: Chinese art supplies for new students will be available for purchase at the first class meeting (e-mail jbrushwrk@aol.com for more details). Other necessary art supplies: two water containers such as margarine-size plastic containers; a watercolor palette or several plastic or ceramic plates in place of a palette; a pad of newsprint, 12” x 18” or larger; a roll of toilet tissue or paper towels; a piece of inexpensive black felt material, approximately 4’ wide to cover the table where you work (available at fabric stores).

9. Watercolor for Beginners and Intermediate Students I - Sorry, this class is full!
10. Watercolor for Beginners and Intermediate Students II
Carol Curtis

Learn the basics with your own paint, paper, and brush, or we’ll supply them ($45). Portable and creative, watercolor is FUN. We will identify the basics that will allow you to be successful and then fly! Ready for more? We will explore composition and color! Bring a friend or mom or sister and make this fall the one that you remember forever! Beginners welcome.

9. Watercolor I
Wednesdays, 9 AM – 12 noon
Feb. 3 – Mar. 10 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180
($300/340 for classes 9 + 10, 12 weeks)

10. Watercolor II
Wednesdays, 9 AM – 12 noon
Mar. 24- April 28 (6 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$160/180
($300/340 for classes 9 + 10, 12 weeks)

Materials: You may either purchase your own materials, or we will purchase them for you for $45 per student. Paint (artist quality—Sennelier, Winsor & Newton, or Holbein—tubes not pans): Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Cadmium Lemon, Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Burnt Umber, Viridian, Hookers Green, Cerulean Blue, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Winsor & Newton Violet. Paper: Sennelier block 12” x 12” or 8” x 8”; Arches cold-pressed 140 lb.; Arches sketchbook; two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 140 lb. or two full sheets Arches cold-pressed 300 lb. Misc.: Stabilo HB pencil; kneaded eraser; metal palette that folds, with 16 to 17 wells; one old white rag (100 percent cotton); one table or floor easel. BYOB! (bring your own brush)—the best brush that you want, need, or can afford—one #8 or #10 round Winsor & Newton Series 7 (Rafael) Kolinsky sable, Robert Simmons synthetic, or your favorite with a very good well and point.

11. Painting & Mixed Media: The Freedom to Discover - Sorry, this class is full!
Rivian Bütikofer

“Your work is to discover your world and then with all your heart give yourself to it.”
Buddha

Wouldn't it be fun to do something really different and contemporary? You might want to paint a portrait, landscape or non-objective piece in a style that reflects 'today'. Perhaps you would like to do a combination of photo transfer & paint, or monotype. The sky is the limit! Art is a very personal thing. We will look at artists working today, many that will be new to you. You will have the opportunity to compare contemporary artists to some masters from other times to see how artists have always been influenced by other artists. We will also look at what makes masters "masters." Critiquing your own work & listening to others will give you lots of insights into which direction you'd like to go. You will get so many new ideas with which to experiment that it will excite and motivate you to continue! You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and joyful environment with a highly experienced artist/teacher to become the artist that you are capable of becoming and have always wanted to be.

A comprehensive packet is provided with helpful information pertaining to the masters we will study, such points as the benefits of opaque vs. transparent paint, which whites to use when, suggested mediums for oils &/or acrylics. Demonstrations will include various techniques such as under painting, glazing, texturing, photo transfer, & monotype. Most of all it will be fun! Review of the basic elements & principles of art is always included. Any questions, please e-mail Instructor:4choux@sbcglobal.net or rivianbutikofer.com

Wednesdays, 12:30 – 4:30 PM
Jan. 27 – Mar.17 (8 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$225/260 + $10 materials fee (includes model on 2 days)

Materials: DAY ONE PLEASE BRING: a few photos or copies of photos that have some relevancy to you, a poem or two (or something written by you or someone else) scissors, glue, thin black felt-tip marker, pencils, Strathmore Acrylic pad, 12x18 (or comparable sketch pad), and/or cardboard, purchased or found from a box or whatever. Oil pastels, (preferably water soluble, Portfolio brand if possible. Can usually be found at Staples. They will also be available for purchase at the first class meeting. Please e-mail instructor if you would like to take advantage of this). Supplemental materials list will be given out at first class.

12. Painting Alla Prima – Intermediate (Beginners Welcome) - Sorry, this class is full!
Catherine Grawin

Painting alla prima is an exciting wet-on-wet oil painting technique that is rapid and painterly. Loose, colorful, and impressionistic brushwork defines the style, and it is as popular today as in days past. This class is geared for beginning and continuing intermediate students. It revisits classic painting methods while breaking out into bold and loose brushwork that is open to individual creativity and interpretation. Come with an open mind and relaxed attitude to transcend some old ideas and habits about representational painting. The instructor will supply subject matter and demonstrate it step-by-step while students follow along to create finished alla prima paintings from start to finish. Intermediate students can opt to bring in their own subject images. The last class celebrates its painting successes with the famous “Edible Still Life!

Thursdays, 9 AM – 12 PM
Jan. 21 – Mar. 25 (10 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$240/275 + $10 mat. fee

Materials: For the first class bring two 11” x 14” canvases, some extra-soft vine charcoal; one tube of Ultramarine Blue and one tube of Titanium White paint; one #2 round brush, two #6 flat or filbert brushes; a small jar of odorless turpentine; and some paper towels. We will dive right into values and keys of contrast, an essential exercise in the alla prima process. A complete list of supplies will be given on the first day of class or can be requested in advance by e-mailing Catherine at adlib@roadrunner.com, or go to www.catherinegrawin.com (image: Grawin, Lemons)

13. Crash Course in the Art of Creative Drawing
France-Marie Haeger

Explore creative drawing from realistic to interpretative methods with various media such as graphite, ink, charcoal and pastels. Drawing develops the perception needed in all artistic endeavor. Its magical line brings forth images, lively forms and values, guides the eye to apply perspective, helps sharpen the "seeing" eye, refines skills of the "hand" and encourages personal creativity evoking new ideas and concepts. Sense of form, balance and perspective will ensue. This class is for beginners as well as the more advanced student.

Thursdays, 1–4 PM
Jan. 28 – Feb. 18 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150

Materials: 14”x17” minimum 80 lb drawing paper (18”x24” best), same size sketch pad or newsprint, graphite (B and 4 B), Conté pencil black, Conté stick brown (sanguine), charcoal (vine and compressed sticks), black ink and artist pen set, chalk pastels, ruler, erasers (plastic, kneaded and gum eraser), black and colored pastel paper, wallpaper and wrapping paper, brown bag,

14. Gouache: A New Painting Experience
France-Marie Haeger

Gouache (pronounce goo-ash) or opaque watercolor is a unique medium used in the extraordinary illuminated manuscripts of old, by masters such as Klee, Matisse, Picasso, Miro, Calder. It is prized for its versatility (from opaque to transparent), its velvety and vivid colors and for its subtlety in tones and texture. Drawing in conjunction with gouache will help develop exquisite projects inspired by masterworks, our visual environment, music or from our own imagination. With an optimal sense of composition, use of the golden mean, refined use of values and color mixing we will obtain delicate, rich and meaningful works of art. Refining drawing techniques in graphite, china marker, charcoal and Conté such as crosshatching, shading, line quality, and perspective will help prepare successful projects.

Thursdays 1-4 PM
Feb. 25 – Mar. 18 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150

Materials: Drawing paper 11”x14” or smaller 80 lb sketchpad or newsprint, B and three or four B graphite pencils, three erasers (plastic kneaded, gum), charcoal stick soft, Conté stick or pencil sanguine color. For painting: thick bristol paper pad 11X14, gouache in tubes (preferred)(Reeves, Winsor&Newton, Pelikan, etc…) or cakes (less costly) . Colors needed at first: Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Ultramarine Blue, white, black. Later on ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, etc…as is warranted. Sets of colors may be more affordable. Watercolor brushes round with pointed tip, animal hair # 12, #8 and #2 or closely related sizes An old white plate as palette, a water container.

15. Letterpress & Printmaking at Bay Park Press
Sibyl Rubottom

We will learn the basics of hand typesetting and the contemporary practice of letterpress. We will cover the essentials of good presswork and move on to incorporate wood type and letterpress. We will also explore the medium of linocuts from simple patterns to more complex color compositions. Linoleum is a perfect accompaniment to type. Join our Thursday evening exploration of type and image. MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR THE MATERIALS FEE IS DUE AT THE FIRST CLASS MEETING.

Thursdays, 6– 9 PM
Feb. 18 – March 25 (6 weeks)
On Location, Bay Park Press, 4138 Napier St, San Diego, CA 92110
$160/180 + $20 materials fee

16. Experimental Watermedia and Collage Class
Elaine Harvey

The sometimes surprising textures and shapes created when experimental applications of watercolor and acrylic are combined with rice paper and watercolor paper collage can add excitement and originality to your work. This workshop will employ painting techniques and thought processes designed to spark your imagination and will add to that the creativity- enhancing use of collage.

Fridays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
April 9-30 (4 weeks)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150

Materials: Students should bring a selection of colors in watercolor and/or acrylic paint, a palette, large sheets of watercolor paper 140 lb, 2 water containers, an old bath towel, spray bottle, drop cloth, a selection of soft (watercolor type) brushes including at least one that is 1 inch or larger, several watercolor crayons to include white, medium gray and colors of your choice, a support and clips for your paper. Also bring a wide range of sketches, clippings, and photos so that you will be prepared to add imagery to your experimental results if you so desire.

Workshops

20. Monotype Printmaking
Amber George

Beginning and experienced artists alike will enjoy this spontaneous printmaking process. Often considered the most painterly of printmaking techniques, monotypes allow for a broad range of expression and experimentation. Using water-based inks, a variety of beginning and advanced techniques will be demonstrated by the instructor, including additive and subtractive mark making, layering and multiple-pass prints. One-on-one attention will help each student best express and explore his/her own goals and ideas.

Fri – Mon, 10 AM – 4 PM
March 19 – 22 (4 days)
La Jolla Studio
(12 students limit)
$180/205 + $40 mat. fee

Materials: A materials fee of $40 will cover ink and paper, along with other durable materials. Please bring a smock or apron, notebook, paintbrushes, stamps, stencils, materials for making textures and specialty or collage papers; printmaking materials such as brayers are also useful.

21. Experimental Watermedia Workshop
Elaine Harvey

Expressive and experimental use of watercolor and acrylic designed to expand creativity, freedom, individuality, and technique. Students will learn applications and thought processes. These new ideas will trigger original ideas and styles. Students can follow the suggestions and opportunities offered by the textures and shapes created by the flow of the paint. This workshop will be designed to help those looking for a more abstract approach to painting, but can also be enjoyed by those pursuing a realistic, but individually expressive, style and content, and all those looking for the excitement of discovery.

Fri. 10 AM-4 PM (1 hour break)
Feb. 19 (1 day)
La Jolla Studio
$65/80

Materials: Students should bring a selection of colors in watercolor and/or acrylic paint, a palette, several large sheets of watercolor paper 140 lb, 2 water containers, an old bath towel, spray bottle, drop cloth, a selection of soft (watercolor-type) brushes including at least one that is 1 inch or larger, several watercolor crayons to include white, medium gray and colors of your choice, a support and clips for your paper. Also bring a wide range of sketches, clippings, and photos so that you will be prepared to add imagery to your experimental results if you so desire. Fluid acrylics are preferable, but tube acrylics can be used. Watercolors may be tube or fluid. Inks are also acceptable. It is not necessary to bring a great many colors, but a substantial quantity of those you do bring will be needed.

22. Collage Workshop
Althea Brimm

Maybe you have already raided your grandmother’s attic, endless resale, antique, and junk stores, and “have stuff, will glue.” If not, begin to collect now: papers, fabrics, labels, photos— old and new—stamps, stencils, old letters, newspapers, especially foreign ones, anything that speaks to you. Things will sparkle at you and say “Choose Me!” You can work on paper, Masonite, stretched canvas, or an old cookie sheet—this work is intuitive. The main rule is to have fun and to learn from each other.

Fri-Sun, 10 AM – 3 PM (1 hour break)
April 9-11 (3 days)
La Jolla Studio
$130/150

Materials: Matte medium, gel medium for heavier pieces; glue stick for light pieces. Scissors and/or mat knife; 2–3” brayer; 100 lb. paper or heavier OR stretched canvas 14” x 18” OR smaller OR Masonite; old washcloth, water container (big enough to rinse sticky hands). We will talk in class about other materials, but if you have favorites, bring them: watercolors, oil pastels, colored pencils, acrylics, etc. All levels of experience, zero on up. Wear seriously comfy clothes.

23. Sketching, Values & Composition
James Q. Millard

Drawing an informational sketch of your subject is not enough. Learn how to find the most interesting composition and a value plan for how you will paint it. This class is something you will use over and over.

Sat-Sun, 10 AM–4 PM (1 hour break)
April 17-18 (2 days)
La Jolla Studio
$110/125

Materials: Medium body acrylics will not work well to paint transparently. If you are working in watercolors, comparable artist quality tube colors are fine. Paint: suggested minimum colors: Cadmium Yellow Lemon, Cadmium Red Medium, Alizarin Crimson or Quinacridone Crimson, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue, Viridian Green, Transparent Raw Sienna, Transparent Burnt Sienna. Additional colors (if you choose): Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red-Orange, Quinacridone Blue-Violet, Phthalo Blue, Cobalt Blue, Turquoise, Phthalo Green, Sap Green, Yellow Green, Titanium White. Palette: Any porcelain or hard mixing surface will do. Since acrylics are staining, I use a disposable paper palette. A smock or apron is also suggested. Brushes: Soft inexpensive synthetic or nylon watercolor brushes: one-inch flat, #10, #16 round. Paper: several full sheets (22” x 30”) 140 lb. “rough” or watercolor block no smaller than 11” x 15”; 9” x 12” bond paper pad; 9” x 12” tracing paper pad. Misc.: kneaded eraser; 2B graphite pencil; backing support board (foam core is fine); water jar; paper towels; bulldog clips or tape; liquid hand soap; Cool Gray broad-tip markers, #4, #6, #8.

24. Spring Flower Workshop
René van Rems

Spend a morning with nationally renowned Athenaeum instructor René van Rems to learn “hands-on” about the latest design trends in floral arranging. This half-day class will include theory on the selection of French and Italian country materials like vases, flowers, fruit, and other decorative elements such as color and texture. The workshop includes two projects that are to be taken home upon completion! Learn to make a hand-tied French bouquet of lavender (and other herbs) and a monochromatic centerpiece with tulips and hyacinths, garden roses, grasses, apples and vines in a French fruit compote. This class will illustrate that working with garden foliage and other non-commercial natural materials is what sets “country” design apart and why it is in all the current style magazines. This is a custom-made program just for the Athenaeum, and is not offered anywhere else. Sign up early! Class size is limited. All levels of experience welcome.

Sat. 10 AM – 1 PM
April 24 (1 day)
La Jolla Studio
$50/60 + $130 mat. fee to be paid at registration

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. René will have knives available for purchase as well as his book René’s Bouquets. Why not give a signed copy as a gift to a special friend! Please wear comfortable shoes. No previous design classes required!

25. Trees of Balboa Park
Irina Gronborg

Spend a day in our beautiful Balboa Park and learn to capture large, complex trees in small sketches in your sketchbook. We will meet in Balboa Park in the Desert Garden on Park Blvd.

Sat. 10 AM – 4 PM (1 hour break)
April 24 (1 day)
On location, Balboa Park Desert Garden
$65/80

Materials: Bring pencil (4B graphite), sharpener, eraser, sketchbook of any size, lightweight chair, sun protection, water and picnic lunch.

San Diego/Park Blvd. Studio Classes

58. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) I
59. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) II
60. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) III
No Instruction—Pam Whidden, monitor

This Sunday class is for artists who want to draw or paint from the same life model in a short or long pose. 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 poses. Walk-in students are welcome. Bring preferred materials.

58. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) I
Sundays, 11AM-3 PM (4 hours)
Jan. 17 – Feb. 14 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for classes 58, 59, 60; 15 weeks)

59. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) II
Sundays, 11AM-3 PM (4 hours)
Feb. 21 – Mar. 21 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for classes 58, 59, 60; 15 weeks)

60. Life Drawing (Long & Short Pose) III
Sundays, 11AM-3 PM (4 hours)
Mar. 28- Apr. 25 (5 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$90/110; $20/23 per class
($250/300 for classes 58, 59, 60; 15 weeks)

61. Mixed Media with Paper & Cloth - Sorry, this class is full!
Jane LaFazio

Jane will introduce you to new materials and techniques to create art from paper, cloth, or a combination of the two. We’ll create layered, textured artworks using collage materials, paint, drawings, and thread. Come prepared to learn, explore and have fun with a new project each week. Class will be inspirational, positive, and fun, with lots of sharing, laughing, and learning from the others in the class. All levels of experience are welcome, and previous students can expect new lessons! Questions: e-mail Jane at PlainJaneStudio@gmail.com.

Mondays, 9 AM – 12 noon
Feb. 1 – Mar. 29 (no class on Feb.22) (8 weeks)
San Diego/ Park Blvd Studio
$190/215 plus $25 mat. fee

Materials: FIRST DAY: liquid matte (or gloss) acrylic medium, a foam brush, scissors, collage papers (like rice paper, magazines, sheer tissues, painted papers, maps, book pages), pencils, sketchbook or journal. A materials list for the rest of the class will be discussed—and a $25 materials fee will be collected—at the first class meeting.

62. Painting and Drawing the Human Figure I - Sorry, this class is full!
63. Painting and Drawing the Human Figure II
Ken Goldman

This class will follow a basic approach to painting and drawing the human figure from a life 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, in which 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.

62. Painting and Drawing the Human Figure I
Mondays, 1- 4 PM
Jan. 25-Mar. 1 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215 (includes model)
($350/400 for classes 62 + 63, 12 weeks)

63. Painting and Drawing the Human Figure II
Mondays, 1- 4 PM
Mar. 8 – April 12 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215 (includes model)
($350/400 for classes 62 + 63, 12 weeks)

Materials: Pastels: 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. Beginning watercolor: one tube each of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna watercolor for the first session, more colors if you have them (additional colors will be discussed at first meeting); large covered Woods or Pike palette; a #12 pointed and a one-inch flat brush; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper); 2B, 4B, 6B graphite pencils; kneaded eraser; 18” x 24” drawing pad; Morilla 18” x 24” acid-free or rough newsprint. Charcoal: 4B charcoal pencil; softest vine charcoal. Everyone: paper towels.

64. Portraiture I
65. Portraiture II
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, and 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..

64. Portraiture I
Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30PM
Jan. 25 – Mar. 1 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215 (includes model)
($350/400 for classes 64 + 65, 12 weeks)

65. Portraiture II
Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30PM
Mar. 8 – April 12 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215 (includes model)
($350/400 for classes 64 + 65, 12 weeks)

Materials: Pastels: 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; paper towels; masking tape. Beginning watercolor: 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; a #12 pointed and a one-inch flat brush; Arches or other good quality paper (no Strathmore student-grade watercolor paper). Pencil: 2B, 4B, or 6B graphite pencils; 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.

67. Experimental Watercolor – A Contemporary Approach
Helen Shafer-Garcia

This class will focus on contemporary watercolor approaches including the “dropped in color” technique, which incorporates luminosity and brilliance in watercolor. It’s an exploratory, wet approach to painting that allows the colors to blend and fuse without making “mud.” We’ll work with other contemporary experimental painting techniques including monotypes, batik methods with Masa paper, pours, translucent collage, mark making, and surface textures to create glaze layers in exploratory abstraction and representational compositions. Our subjects will be plants, animals, and objects in various still-life and botanical arrangements. Pigment characteristics, color theory, composition, and design will also be covered with demonstrations, critiques and individual instruction. Returning students will benefit from new class assignments each quarter. E-mail Helen at henstudio@cox.net if you have questions about the class.

Tuesdays, 9 AM – 12 PM
Mar. 9 – April 13 (6 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180

Materials: We’ll discuss the full supply list at the first class meeting. FIRST CLASS: Butcher metal tray or plastic palette; support board 15” x 22” or larger (hardboard can be cut at Home Depot); large water container; 2B soft graphite pencil; soft eraser; paper towels. Brushes: At least two round watercolor brushes: #14, #12, or #10; one inch flat watercolor brush; one medium-size round acrylic brush for collage work. Paper: one sheet 22” x 30” Arches cold press 140 lb. watercolor paper, one sheet of Rives BFK paper. Paint*: Lemon Yellow; Cadmium Yellow Light; Quinacridone Red; Quinacridone Rose or Permanent Rose; Quinacridone Gold; Quinacridone Burnt Sienna or Burnt Sienna; Sap Green; Phthalo Green; Ultramarine Blue or French Ultramarine; Cobalt Blue; Manganese Blue; Carbazole Violet (professional grade suggested). *Wait until first class meeting to purchase new paints.

68. All About Paint
Elizabeth Washburn

This class will focus on the fundamentals of painting with an emphasis on color theory and how to accurately depict the effects of light. We will begin the first few classes with a step-by-step process that covers how to start and finish a painting. As the class progresses, we will move into more advanced oil painting techniques and color theory. Our subject matter will include still life and landscapes, and expressive color will be encouraged. Both beginners and more experienced students are encouraged to sign up; the instructor will accommodate all skill levels.

Tuesdays, 6 - 9 PM
Jan. 26 – Mar. 16 (8 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$190/215

Materials: Disposable paper palette (or any palette; paper just makes cleanup easier). Brushes: Get a variety of sizes (i.e., a liner brush, a quarter-inch flat or filbert, a half-inch flat or filbert, one-inch 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. Oil paint: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue, Raw Umber, a red-oxide and magenta, Raw Sienna. Misc.: Turpenoid (small can is fine); linseed oil (small jar is fine; make sure it is refined linseed oil and not stand oil); sketchbook; pencils, pens and/or charcoal; eraser; five canvas boards (11” x 14” is good, and we will expand on painting surfaces later); cotton rags (old T-shirts, etc.); something to store extra Turpenoid in (we want to avoid dumping Turpenoid down the sinks)—yogurt cups with lids or jars with lids (glass is best). NOTE: Questions about materials will be answered the first meeting, but please bring pencils, erasers, Raw Umber, linseed oil, rags, yogurt cups, canvas board, sketchbook, and brushes for the first class because we WILL be painting.

70. Bas Relief Cast in Bronze
Mary Buckman

This class will introduce students to a new and exciting bronze clay! Students will sculpt a small 5"x 7" clay relief tile from photos or imagination. Students will also learn to make a flexible rubber mold from their clay tile to cast with bronze clay. After drying, the bronze clay relief will be fired in a kiln. The results will produce a fired bronze casting of the relief tile. Students will also learn patina and firing techniques.

Wednesdays, 1 – 4 PM
Feb. 3 – 24 (4 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd studio
$130/150+ $145 mat. fee (to be paid at registration)

Materials fee includes: modeling clay; 2 packets two-part rubber mold; 2 packets bronze clay, plaster and firing
Materials students need to bring to class: 5"x7" photo for relief subject; 1 small wood board 9"x12"; sculpting tools

72. Open Studio
No Instructor

Finish or create your own artworks in our spacious studio for eight weeks in the company of like-minded students!

Thursdays, 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM
Mar. 11 -Apr. 29 (8 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$80/100

Materials: Bring your own materials.

73. Painting Abstract I - Sorry, this class is full!
74. Painting Abstract II
Reed Cardwell

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 non-objective abstract work, such as shapes and colors, or use your own ideas and images based on reality. We will have a life model pose for one class meeting. Individual instruction and group critiques will guide you in measuring your progress. The longer format of this class will help students maintain continuity.

73. Painting Abstract I - Sorry, this class is full!
Thursdays, 1- 4 PM
Jan. 21- Mar. 4 (7 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$180/205 (includes model on one day)
($340/375 for classes 73 + 74, 14 weeks)

74. Painting Abstract II - Sorry, this class is full!
Thursdays, 1- 4 PM
Mar. 18- Apr. 29 (7 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$180/205 (includes model on one day)
($340/375 for classes 73 + 74, 14 weeks)

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” (4’ x 5’). 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.

75. Sculpting the Human Form
Barbara Postelnek

Each student receives individual attention according to his/her level of expertise. Beginners and self directed sculptors are welcome! The live female model will be in a seated pose with attention focused on studying the torso. Students are welcome to create a bust or complete figure. Materials are about $30. Please contact the instructor to order the materials of your choice bobi@sculpturehome.com

Thursdays, 6-9 PM
Feb. 4 – Mar. 25
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$225/260 (includes model)

76. Alla Prima Quick Studies in Oil
Pat Kelly

This is a four-week class focusing on quick studies in oils. Each week we will paint two small still life studies in the alla prima style - a great way to jump in and start the new year painting. This is a skill building class suitable for beginners as well as advanced students. The process of direct painting will be taught: value study, color mixing and brushwork and of course, an emphasis on working fast. Pat will demonstrate in class each week and provide individual instruction and critique.

Fridays, 9AM-1 PM
Jan. 22 – Feb. 12 (4 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180
($360/410 for classes 76 + 77, 12 weeks)

Materials: 4 (6”x 8”) canvas boards, 4 (8”x 10”) canvas boards; 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.

77. Advanced Oil Painting Techniques: Still-Life Projects
Pat Kelly

In advanced oil painting techniques this session we will paint larger format projects from still life set-ups created by the class. You will have an opportunity to contribute your ideas and props to set-up still life compositions. We will discuss the set up process and how it affects format and composition. We will study aspects of composition by looking at the paintings of the Impressionist still-life painters and through critique of student work each week. The first class meeting we will be creating and photographing still life set-ups. You may bring props to contribute to the set up (non perishable), and a digital camera. You will not need your painting equipment for the first class.

Fridays, 9AM-1 PM
Mar. 5 – Apr. 30 (8 weeks) (no class on April 2)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$225/260
($360/410 for classes 76 + 77, 12 weeks)

Materials: $5 materials fee first class 2 20”x 24”, canvases half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4 and 6. One medium-size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail size 2-4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, Winsor 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. For Glazing you may also need: Indian Yellow or transparent yellow, Viridian or Sap Green.

78. More Urban Landscape: Plein Air Studies in Oil
Pat Kelly

This class will focus on plein air painting near the Park Blvd. Studio in the charming neighborhood of University Heights. Each week we will complete an 8x10 plein air sketch in oils. Pat will demonstrate each week and review the basics of the plein air process with an emphasis on beginning well, value study, color, composition and brushwork. There will be a group critique concluding each class.

Saturdays, 9 AM-1 PM
Jan. 23 – Feb. 13 (4 weeks)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$160/180
($360/410 for classes 78 + 79, 12 weeks)

Plein Air Materials: Portable easel; 4 6”x 8” canvas boards, 4 8”x10” canvas boards; half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4 and 6. One medium size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail size 2-4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Pthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange. Sun hat, old shirt and sturdy shoes are a must. Digital camera (optional).

79. Urban Landscape Day and Night
Pat Kelly

In this class we will focus on large format urban landscape painting in oils. Students will have the opportunity to work from photographs or plein air sketches from the neighborhood around the Park Blvd. Studio. There will be an emphasis on creating mood through dramatic lighting, including how to paint a night-time scene. Abstract elements of composition as well as group critique will be an important part of this class.

Saturdays, 9 AM-1 PM
Mar. 6 – May 1 (8 weeks) (no class on April 3)
San Diego/Park Blvd Studio
$225/260
($360/410 for classes 78 + 79, 12 weeks)

Plein Air Materials: Portable easel; 4 6”x 8” canvas boards, 4 8”x10” canvas boards; half dozen brushes, white bristle flat or filbert, size 2, 4 and 6. One medium-size palette knife; small pointed round brush for detail size 2-4. Paper towels; odorless turpentine; cup for turpentine, wooden palette; oil paints: Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Red Medium, Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Lemon, Pthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Permalba White, Cadmium Orange. Sun hat, old shirt and sturdy shoes are a must. Digital camera (optional).

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