Upcoming Classes
Jan 15
through
Feb 19
Basic Drawing & Painting
Silvermine Arts Center
1037 Silvermine Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
When
Thursdays 1pm-4pm
About
This course is for the beginner or returning student to learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting. We begin with basic sketching techniques enabling students to accurately record what they see, and the second half of the course will introduce painting, color mixing, paint application, glazing, texture, and aerial and linear perspective. These sessions will be aimed at creating a still life and landscape.
https://silvermineart.asapconnected.com/#EventID=2917908
Jan 15
through
Feb 19
Youth Oil Painting (Ages: 13-17)
Silvermine Arts Center
1037 Silvermine Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
When
Thursdays 4:30pm-6:30pm
About
Students will learn about the beautiful and unique qualities of painting in oil. We will learn about setting up a palette, color mixing, mediums and glazing, layering and care of materials. Working both in the studio and plein air to create a still-life and landscape, the areas of sighting, linear and aerial perspective will be covered, allowing students to accurately paint what they see
https://silvermineart.asapconnected.com/#EventID=2917918
Jan 15
through
Feb 19
Broaden the View/Exploring Mediums
Silvermine Arts Center
1037 Silvermine Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
When
Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm
About
This class is for students who have a working knowledge of sketching and painting. The sessions will be aimed at improving your painting through dynamic compositions, new and mixed materials, “out of the box” ideas, and various methods of working to stretch your concepts. The sessions will be aimed at landscape and still life to help you move on with your work to the next level while developing your own personal voice. There will be demonstrations and individual guidance in oil, watercolor and acrylic.
https://silvermineart.asapconnected.com/#EventID=2922193
Jan 26
through
March 9
Basic Drawing & Painting
Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden
28 Deveau Rd,
North Salem, NY 10560
When
Mondays 9:30am-12:30pm
About
This class is for the beginner or returning students to learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting. The first part of the class covers drawing; shading, sighting, composition, various drawing tools, etc. The second half of the class will cover painting; setting up a palette, color, linear and atmospheric perspective with the goal of creating a landscape and still life. Please refer to the supply list on website.
https://www.hammondmuseum.org/service-page/basic-drawing-and-painting
Jan 26
through
March 9
Learn to Paint in Oil
Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden
28 Deveau Rd,
North Salem, NY 10560
When
Mondays 1:30pm-4:30pm
About
Students will learn about the beautiful and unique qualities of painting in oil.
We will learn about setting up a palette, color mixing, the use of mediums, toning and glazing,
and the care of materials. Working with photos and actual set ups, we will create a landscape
and still life. The painting techniques of linear and atmospheric perspective will be covered,
allowing students to accurately paint what they see.
https://www.hammondmuseum.org/service-page/learn-to-paint-in-oil
Feb 8
Valentine’s Day - Handmade Greeting Cards
Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden
28 Deveau Rd,
North Salem, NY 10560
When
Sunday, February 8th
10:30am-12pm (Ages 7-12 yr old)
1pm-3pm for adults (Ages 12+)
About
Come explore the fun and creative art of personal greeting cards! We will work with handmade stamps of birds, hearts, texts or any original image and print them by hand. Stencils will also be used on the Gelli plate, to make colorful, unique backgrounds. Each participant will create 5 beautiful cards with envelopes as Valentines or any special occasion. No experiences necessary and all materials will be supplied.
