Want to dip your toes into [the collective]?

Here's a trial pass good for a ONE-TIME 2-hr LAB at JSAC only  :)

Questions? email: thecollectivejerseyshore@gmail.com

Updates? visit: thecollective_jerseyshore

Acrylic Afternoons | May 1 - June 5 | 2:00 pm -4:00 pm 

All Levels Welcome

Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor.  The class will paint from photos of Ocean Grove’s landscapes, seascapes, and nature.    

The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.  

Materials List:

Acrylic paint and other supplies can be purchased at the following for very good prices:

Michaels, Blick (dickblick.com), Amazon.com, Jerry's Artarama (jerrysartaroma.com) 

Brushes: Inexpensive acrylic brush set (flat and round shaped, various sizes from an inch to a quarter inch wide.)   

Acrylic Paint: Brand names are Golden, Liquitex. (Michael’s brand is Artist’s Loft)  Colors you will need: Phthalo Blue, Titanium White, Mars Black, Raw Sienna, Brilliant Yellow, Brilliant Red.  

Canvas:  6 pack 12x16 stretched canvases (Michael’s seems to have the best price)

Other Tools: A palette (you can use paper plates or buy a reusable plastic one), rags or paper towels, palette knife, small spray bottle (for water.)

Always wear old clothes, coveralls or an apron that can get dirty. You’ll need a way to safely transport wet paintings, as there is no storage at the JSAC. One option is to bring a cardboard box or a flat piece of cardboard large enough to put a painting on without the wet surface touching anything. 

Thursdays from 7-9pm

Performing in front of people can bring up a lot of feelings... 

...are you looking for a place to craft your performances in front of a supportive collective of peers? 

...are you craving real-time, in-person professional feedback on your work?

[the collective] music performance lab is a weekly event designed to bring musicians together to workshop their performances.

Whether it's original music or audition material [the collective] music performance lab is a safe and encouraging environment for vocalists, singer/songwriters and musical performers of all ages & music genres to work through their material - all guided by professional performance coaches, accompanists & industry guests. 

You will leave each night a more joyful, calm & confident performer...and person.

Experiencing, observing and discussing all the subtle nuances of expression that make us human and bring​ our most authentic selves to the surface truly sets [the collective] music performance lab apart as not just a coaching program for performance but a coaching program for Life.

All levels. Ages 18+

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Acrylic Afternoons | Meeting Thursday June 26 - July 31 

2:00 pm -4:00 pm 

All Levels Welcome

Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor.  The class will paint from photos of Ocean Grove’s landscapes, seascapes, and nature.    

The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.  

Materials List:

Acrylic paint and other supplies can be purchased at the following for very good prices:

Michaels, Blick (dickblick.com), Amazon.com, Jerry's Artarama (jerrysartaroma.com) 

Brushes: Inexpensive acrylic brush set (flat and round shaped, various sizes from an inch to a quarter inch wide.)   

Acrylic Paint: Brand names are Golden, Liquitex. (Michael’s brand is Artist’s Loft)  Colors you will need: Phthalo Blue, Titanium White, Mars Black, Raw Sienna, Brilliant Yellow, Brilliant Red.  

Canvas:  6 pack 12x16 stretched canvases (Michael’s seems to have the best price)

Other Tools: A palette (you can use paper plates or buy a reusable plastic one), rags or paper towels, palette knife, small spray bottle (for water.)

Always wear old clothes, coveralls or an apron that can get dirty. You’ll need a way to safely transport wet paintings, as there is no storage at the JSAC. One option is to bring a cardboard box or a flat piece of cardboard large enough to put a painting on without the wet surface touching anything. 

Meets on Thursdays| June 26 - July 31| 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Join Heather Bennett at the JSAC for the opportunity to learn the true meaning of collage!  What most people think of as a collage is actually more of a vision board: cutting out images of things we want or like and putting them all together.  However, a true collage is the act of taking images of existing elements or objects and creating new elements or objects from those images.  We'll explore color, composition, perspective, and Surrealism.  

Supply List: Images - old magazines, books, photographs, calenders, or quality printed images from the internet.  Mod Podge (matte, unless you want your collages glossy)Glue brushesSubstrate or material to adhere images: canvas board, canvas paper, wood board, or found/garage sale materials such as mirrors, existing glass frames, or signs (at least 8x10 or larger.)

Plein Air Sketching 

Tuesday - July 8 | 8:00 am - 11:00 am 

Students may sign up for individual classes, for $40 per class. Or sign up for All 4 Classes. (Click HERE to view the Full Session Registration. Classes will meet locally, locations are weather dependent and will be released to enrolled students.

There will be a demonstration at the beginning of every class with the focus being on composition and drawing skills. We will do many small sketches rather than one finished piece. Easels are not necessary, we will be on benches or at tables. We will work small. Beginners are welcome. Please see the materials list below.

 Plein Air Sketching

Plein Air Sketching - Full Session (4 Classes)

Tuesday July 8,  Wednesday July 9, Thursday July 10 and

Friday July 11

Students may sign up for individual classes, for $40 per class. Or sign up for All 4 Classes. Classes will meet locally, locations are weather dependent and will be released to enrolled students.

There will be a demonstration at the beginning of every class with the focus being on composition and drawing skills. We will do many small sketches rather than one finished piece. Easels are not necessary, we will be on benches or at tables. We will work small. Beginners are welcome. Pleain Air Sketching se see the materials list below.

 Plein Air Sketching

Meets Tuesdays | July 8 - Aug. 12  | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Six Sessions |All Levels | See Below Regarding Materials

Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills. 

Materials

Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class