Classes & Workshops
The Art Center will offer workshops again in 2019 so you can explore new art experiences
~~~~ CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS ~~~~
Summer Funday Mondays 2019
F R E E F R E E
ALL ARE WELCOME!!
F R E E F R E E
ALL ARE WELCOME!!
Kids join us for some creative fun this summer
We will once again be set up on the sidewalk in front of the
Gallery, every Monday morning from 9 am to 11 am
June 10th thru July 15th
Art activities are free and supervised
typical projects take between 30 and
45 minutes, and are focused on
preschool thru 4th grade.
Be sure to join us this summer
for some creative fun!
Gallery, every Monday morning from 9 am to 11 am
June 10th thru July 15th
Art activities are free and supervised
typical projects take between 30 and
45 minutes, and are focused on
preschool thru 4th grade.
Be sure to join us this summer
for some creative fun!
~~~~ ADULT PROGRAMS ~~~~
Adult classes are over for 2019.... Watch for other new classes in 2019
and
Stay tuned for 2020 winter classes!
and
Stay tuned for 2020 winter classes!
Winter Workshops at the Left Bank 2019
All classes are suitable for beginners. Class size limited so don’t delay!
All materials are included in class fee
Clay Workshops $30 9AM-12PM Jan 12, Jan 19 & Jan 26
Session 1 Mike Kabele will lead the class in making wheel thrown candle holders
Session 2 Judy Carlson will share her skills in creating “garden ornaments”.
(Both sessions will utilize both basic wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques)
Session 3 Art Center staff will guide the class in glazing projects from the 2 previous classes
Acrylic Painting on Canvas/Sally Marshall $10 9AM-12PM Feb. 2
Explore the versatility of acrylic paint while creating a work on canvas panel.
3-D Drawing, Intro to Wire Sculpture/Hans Gill $10 9AM-12PM Feb. 9
Explore 3-D drawing by bending and forming wire into realistic or abstract shapes.
Wire can be used to give dimension and interest to your creations whether realistic and/or abstract.
Using hand tools you will learn to form, join, and splice wire to create your own wire sculpture.
All tools and materials will be provided.
Please bring safety glasses if you have them. They will also be available.
Basket Weaving/Margaret Stone $20 9AM - 1PM Feb. 16
Spend a Saturday morning turning raw materials into a finished basket.
Supply list - old towel, snap clothespins (about a dozen), tape measure, water spray bottle, ice cream bucket or similar size, small screwdriver and pliers.
This is a 4 hour class, you may want to bring a sack lunch or snack/drink.
Wool Felting/DeeAnna Weed $20 9AM-3PM Feb 23
(Registration deadline for this class is Feb. 9)
Let's have fun with felting! Learn the ancient art of wet felting with loose sheep wool.
Class will be about 6 hours long with a 30 minute lunch break. You may not finish your project during class, but I will cover how to complete it at home.
Supplies: 2 or 3 old bath towels. Small plastic bucket for water. Sharp scissors. Paper and pen for notes. Sack lunch with drink. All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Physical requirements: Be able to stand comfortably for an hour or more. Be able to work with your hands in an activity similar to kneading bread dough or body massage.
Clothes: The room will be cool at first, but you will warm up as you work, so dress in layers. Wear a top with sleeves you can roll up and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Your clothes may get a bit damp, so bring a water resistant apron if you like.
Watercolor Painting/David Prehm $10 9AM-12PM March 9 Explore the medium of watercolor. You’ll have a chance to meet the artist and learn how he goes about creating a painting. He will lead you through some basic w/c techniques and then you’ll have a chance to create your own masterpiece under his guidance. This is a great opportunity for the beginning painter or for anyone who wants to advance their skills.
All classes are suitable for beginners. Class size limited so don’t delay!
All materials are included in class fee
Clay Workshops $30 9AM-12PM Jan 12, Jan 19 & Jan 26
Session 1 Mike Kabele will lead the class in making wheel thrown candle holders
Session 2 Judy Carlson will share her skills in creating “garden ornaments”.
(Both sessions will utilize both basic wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques)
Session 3 Art Center staff will guide the class in glazing projects from the 2 previous classes
Acrylic Painting on Canvas/Sally Marshall $10 9AM-12PM Feb. 2
Explore the versatility of acrylic paint while creating a work on canvas panel.
3-D Drawing, Intro to Wire Sculpture/Hans Gill $10 9AM-12PM Feb. 9
Explore 3-D drawing by bending and forming wire into realistic or abstract shapes.
Wire can be used to give dimension and interest to your creations whether realistic and/or abstract.
Using hand tools you will learn to form, join, and splice wire to create your own wire sculpture.
All tools and materials will be provided.
Please bring safety glasses if you have them. They will also be available.
Basket Weaving/Margaret Stone $20 9AM - 1PM Feb. 16
Spend a Saturday morning turning raw materials into a finished basket.
Supply list - old towel, snap clothespins (about a dozen), tape measure, water spray bottle, ice cream bucket or similar size, small screwdriver and pliers.
This is a 4 hour class, you may want to bring a sack lunch or snack/drink.
Wool Felting/DeeAnna Weed $20 9AM-3PM Feb 23
(Registration deadline for this class is Feb. 9)
Let's have fun with felting! Learn the ancient art of wet felting with loose sheep wool.
Class will be about 6 hours long with a 30 minute lunch break. You may not finish your project during class, but I will cover how to complete it at home.
Supplies: 2 or 3 old bath towels. Small plastic bucket for water. Sharp scissors. Paper and pen for notes. Sack lunch with drink. All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Physical requirements: Be able to stand comfortably for an hour or more. Be able to work with your hands in an activity similar to kneading bread dough or body massage.
Clothes: The room will be cool at first, but you will warm up as you work, so dress in layers. Wear a top with sleeves you can roll up and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Your clothes may get a bit damp, so bring a water resistant apron if you like.
Watercolor Painting/David Prehm $10 9AM-12PM March 9 Explore the medium of watercolor. You’ll have a chance to meet the artist and learn how he goes about creating a painting. He will lead you through some basic w/c techniques and then you’ll have a chance to create your own masterpiece under his guidance. This is a great opportunity for the beginning painter or for anyone who wants to advance their skills.
