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Art Spectrums

The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism and their families to engage with artwork and have fun at a museum. In this free program, youth on the autism spectrum...

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25A7M10 Acrylic Painting Techniques 1

ACRYLIC PAINTING TECNIQUES Learn acrylic painting techniques along with color mixing from demonstrations and guided projects. Participants will learn a variety of ways to apply acrylic paint to create beautiful paintings. Demonstrations every class. A...

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25A7A7 One Pose Figure Class

ONE POSE FIGURE CLASS Students will explore creating works off a figure model over a 4-day class like the masters of old. Join fellow students in mapping out the figure, form, and anatomy by learning...

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25A7E3 Intermediate Stained Glass

INTERMEDIATE STAINED GLASS Join fellow glass enthusiasts in this intermediate class to take your education of working with glass to the next level. Students will develop ideas alongside the instructor using studio tools, materials, found...

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25A7A12 Open Studio: Drawing and Painting 1

OPEN STUDIO: DRAWING AND PAINTING 1 Need a space to set up and work on your painting or drawing? Join us Sunday afternoons, get feedback and expert help from experienced instructor while working on your...

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A5A7N1 Art for the Curious

ART FOR THE CURIOUS If you have always wanted to take a class but are not sure which one, this class is for you! Art for the Curious is for beginning students who are interested...

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25A7J1 Beginning Wheel Throwing

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING Discover the joy of working with clay and make items you can use. Students will be introduced to the potter’s wheel and all its possibilities. Students will learn to make functional forms,...

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25A7J3 All Levels Wheel

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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25A7A9 Intermediate & Advanced Drawing & Painting

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED PAINTING & DRAWING Develop your artistic vision and expand your drawing and painting skills in a dynamic open studio environment with individual and class critiques. Students will work closely with the instructor...

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25A7M3 Oil Painting and Open Studio

OIL PAINTING AND OPEN STUDIO Paint from observation while studying the traditions of oil painting. Gain a working knowledge of chiaroscuro, composition, and the formal issues of color theory using a limited palette. Inspiration will...

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25A7E6 Historic Book Binding Structures

HISTORIC BOOK BINDING STRUCTURES Join fellow book making enthusiasts for this exciting class that focuses on and uses old techniques to create beautiful books with long histories. Students will learn to make a variety of...

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25A7J4 All Levels Wheel

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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25A7J5 All Levels Wheel

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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25A7A2 Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a first timer, or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore...

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25A7A6 Drawing and Color Building

DRAWING AND COLOR BUILDING Join fellow students for this deep dive into the dynamic contrast one can explore through dry material exploring different avenues in color theory. Layering colors to produce special effects, and discovery...

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25A7M1 Intro to Painting and 2D Design

INTRO TO PAINTING AND 2D DESIGN Join fellow painting and drawing enthusiasts in this foundations class where students will be introduced to the cornerstones of 2D design. Through projects focused on color theory, perspective drawings,...

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25A7M2 Intro to Painting and More

INTRO TO PAINTING AND MORE In this 8-week class, students will learn about building color palettes, explore color theory, and then create works of art at their own pace. Compositions will come from still life,...

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25A7A9 Watercolor and Floral Exploration

WATERCOLOR AND FLORAL EXPLORATION Discover the possibilities of creating from reference or imagination on the canvas through the lens of watercolor and flowers. Students will focus on a variety of techniques and approaches in this...

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25A7F2 Fabrication for Beginners

FABRICATION FOR BEGINNERS Join us for the semester in Fabrication for Beginners where students will learn the foundations of unique metals processes. Students will work on sculptural forms, semi flat forms, and wearable jewelry to...

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25A7C1 Relief and Open Studio Printmaking

RELIEF AND OPEN STUDIO PRINT MAKING Relief is the oldest form of printmaking. It is a straightforward and direct printmaking process that can be done with or without a press. In Introduction to Relief, students...

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25A7J2 Beginning Wheel Throwing

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING Discover the joy of working with clay and make items you can use. Students will be introduced to the potter’s wheel and all its possibilities. Students will learn to make functional forms,...

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25A7J6 Garden Totems Extravaganza

GARDEN TOTEMS EXTRAVAGANZA Do you love the idea of making your very own totem garden sculpture? Create fun and colorful garden totems for your yard in this 6-week class. Students will explore hand building techniques...

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25A7M6 Intermediate Abstract Painting

INTERMEDIATE ABSTRACT PAINTING In this intermediate level class, students will explore their approach to abstract painting by experimenting with different concepts in paint media. Students will learn painting on various surfaces using different types of...

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25A7E5 Mosaics for All

MOSAICS FOR ALL Gain inspiration from traditional and contemporary mosaic work in this 6-week class. Use colorful glass, tile, and ceramic pieces to create beautiful patterns, designs, or images as you learn how to cut...

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25A7A5 Figure Drawing: Contemporary Design

FIGURE DRAWING: CONTEMPORARY DESIGN Students will learn to produce dynamic figure studies and final works from observation of anatomy using the medium of your choice. Explore movement, gesture, and expression, using color and value as...

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25A7J7 Intermediate, Advanced, and Independent Ceramics

INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, AND INDEPENDENT STUDIO CERAMICS Join fellow artists in a dynamic ceramics studio environment to strengthen your artistic voice, all while advancing your knowledge and understanding of form, construction, glazes, and surface design. The...

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25A7M4 Watercolor Landscape

WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE Create the atmosphere, mood, and personality of a place using nature as inspiration. Instructor will work with students to choose color palette, develop composition, create perspective, and add detail to their landscape paintings....

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25A7M5 Abstract Painting

ABSTRACT PAINTING Challenge your approach to abstract painting by exploring acrylic and watercolor media. Experiment with painting on various surfaces using different types of artistic tools. Discover a unique way of developing complex composition from...

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25A7D1 Mixed Media Drawing + Painting

MIXED MEDIA DRAWING + PAINTING Create complex artwork through the exploration and application of multiple mediums; explore a variety of methods such as image transfer, mono prints, texture development, collage, and glazing. Experiment with paint...

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25A7A3 Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a first timer, or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore...

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25A7K1 Nature Journaling 1

NATURE JOURNALING 1 Recording data, drawings, and written words about time outdoors has produced a wealth of information about our natural world. The enjoyment of experiencing natural environments produces a greater appreciation of its importance....

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25A7H1 Digital Animation & Special Effects

DIGITAL ANIMATION & SPECIAL EFFECTS Discover how to create your own animations and special effects. Study how to create movement, balance, proportion, and space to transform digital images into an animated artistic composition using a...

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25A7H3 Portrait Photography: Off-Camera Lighting

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY: OFF-CAMERA LIGHTING Learn the fundamentals of off-camera lighting, for both in-studio and outdoor portrait photography to enhance your images. Use lighting techniques with strobe lights, modifiers, and other accessories to create stunning images....

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25A7K8 World of Wine

WORLD OF WINE: BOTTLE DESIGN AND DECORATION Work on your own or team up with someone to create your own bottle design wrap and decoration for a carrying device in this workshop. While you are...

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25A7K5 Slush & Brush 1

SLUSH AND BRUSH 1 Loosen those aprons and worries about being an artist and channel your inner Bob Ross with this 1-day workshop that will have you taking home your own finished painting. Students will...

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25A7E2 Stained Glass Plus

STAINED GLASS PLUS Learn the techniques of both foiled and leaded stained glass. Students will develop an understanding of the tools, materials, and techniques involved with making windows, lamp shades, or kaleidoscopes through the duration...

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25A7K2 Nature Journaling 2

NATURE JOURNALING 1 Recording data, drawings, and written words about time outdoors has produced a wealth of information about our natural world. The enjoyment of experiencing natural environments produces a greater appreciation of its importance....

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25A7K11 Art Deco & Nouveau

SPRING CELEBRATION: MIXED MEDIA Expand your two-dimensional art repertoire with this mixed media workshop. Participants will build on their skills of painting and drawing by incorporating newspapers, magazines, watercolors, ink, and other elements to create...

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25A7K13 Chainmail

CHAINMAIL, WEAVING, & PATTERNS Learn different weaving patterns of chainmail and apply it to jewelry making. Add different beads and findings to make your own unique items. With stainless steel rings, glass beads and found...

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25A7K16 Photo Critique

PHOTOGRAPHY CRITIQUE WORKSHOP Gather with other photographers to discuss each other’s works and projects! This is a great opportunity for constructive feedback whether you’re a hobbyist or working on a long-term project. You’ll leave the...

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25A7K12 Inkwash Illustrations

INKWASH ILLUSTRATIONS: THE ART OF EASTERN ASIA East Asian writing on aesthetics says “The goal of ink and wash painting is not simply to reproduce the appearance of the subject, but to capture its spirit....

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25ACH501 Spring Break Camps: Digital Art (12-14)

SPRING BREAK CAMPS: DIGITAL ART (12-14) Explore the many aspects of digital art, including drawing, photo editing, illustration, graphic design, and painting! Learn how to use tools like Wacom tablets, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator. Students...

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25A7K6 Slush & Brush 2

SLUSH AND BRUSH 2 Loosen those aprons and worries about being an artist and channel your inner Bob Ross with this 1-day workshop that will have you taking home your own finished painting. Students will...

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25A7K17 Membership Mug Making

MUG MAKING MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOP Join fellow art center members in a 1-day clay workshop to make mugs for all your coffee, tea, and other favorite drink needs. Students will be provided with a blank workable...

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25A7N2 Art for the Curious

ART FOR THE CURIOUS If you have always wanted to take a class but are not sure which one, this class is for you! Art for the Curious is for beginning students who are interested...

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25A7A4 Pastels & Open Studio

PASTELS AND OPEN STUDIO Explore an assortment of pastel techniques and color theory. The underlying properties of pastel and conté will be presented. This class is designed for all levels; instruction will be tailored to...

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25A7M11 Acrylic Painting Techniques 2

ACRYLIC PAINTING TECNIQUES 2 Learn acrylic painting techniques along with color mixing from demonstrations and guided projects. Participants will learn a variety of ways to apply acrylic paint to create beautiful paintings. Demonstrations every class....

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25A7A1 Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING?? Whether you are a first timer, or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore...

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25A7M14 Watercolor Experience

WATERCOLOR EXPERIENCE Engage in the vast opportunities to express yourself with watercolor. Enhance your practice in watercolor and grow your knowledge of the medium while enjoying the company of other likeminded artists. Explore new techniques...

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25A7B1 Calligraphy

CALLIGRAPHY Learn the practices of traditional calligraphy and explore modern fonts. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop their own calligraphic style. This class will start with pointed pen,...

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25A7E4 Intermediate Stained Glass

INTERMEDIATE STAINED GLASS Join fellow glass enthusiasts in this intermediate class to take your education of working with glass to the next level. Students will develop ideas alongside the instructor using studio tools, materials, found...

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25A7M15 Watercolor Projects

WATERCOLOR PROJECTS Learn to express yourself with watercolor. Students will be guided through multiple projects designed to enhance your practice in watercolor and grow your knowledge of the medium while enjoying the company of other...

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25A7H2 Beginning Photoshop

BEGINNING PHOTOSHOP Learn the essentials of editing portraits in Photoshop; from color balance, layers, saturation, sharpening, PS tools and presets, removing objects, skin retouching and more. Class will meet in the computer lab and students...

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25A7K10 Spring Celebration

SPRING CELEBRATION: MIXED MEDIA Expand your two-dimensional art repertoire with this mixed media workshop. Participants will build on their skills of painting and drawing by incorporating newspapers, magazines, watercolors, ink, and other elements to create...

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25A7K4 Abstract Chickens

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: ABSTRACT CHICKENS The popular backyard chicken has a delightful personality, full of expressive poses. With watercolor paint and more, participants will capture a fun colorful chicken. Creating delightful techniques that simplify the feather...

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25A7K9 Book Binding – Witchcraft Around the World

BOOK BINDING – WITCHCRAFT AROUND THE WORLD In this 2-day workshop, students will learn about the many histories of witchcraft and the occult throughout the world. Tying together this vast amalgamation of “witchcraft” is the...

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25A7K7 Slush & Brush 3

SLUSH AND BRUSH 3 Loosen those aprons and worries about being an artist and channel your inner Bob Ross with this 1-day workshop that will have you taking home your own finished painting. Students will...

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