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. 

Meets on Thursdays|May 1 - June 5 | 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.)

4 weeks $120 Fridays 10-12:00  May 2 - May 23

Expreienced Printmakers only (This is not a beginner class)

Come print with other experienced Gelli print artists. Transfer images, use templates, and various papers. 

This is not a beginner class but rather a place to print, learn and share new techniques. 

BYO your own Gelli plate, brayer and anything else you would be willing to share.

Meets Wednesdays | May 20 - July 1  | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

(No class on Tues. June 10th)

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 

Meets Tuesdays | All Levels | May 20 - June 24 |1:00pm -3:00 pm

5 Sessions | See below for Materials List

Printmaking Paper & Collage: Make your our own printed textured paper! We will explore various printmaking techniques including Gelli® printing, that are simple and can be done right at home. We will then use this paper for 2 collage projects. Project samples will be provided.

Materials List:

Students will need to purchase their own 5x7 or 8x10 Gelli® plate.

You can purchase Gelli® plates at: Michael's, Amazon or Blick.

All other supples will be provided by instructor.

Any questions please email Deanna Gallaro at deanna.gallaro@gmail.com

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

Meets Wednesdays | May 21 - July 2 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

(No class on Wed. June 11)

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 

Intro to Botanical Dyes - Saturday May 24 - 10am to 12pm $75

No experience necassary

In this two-hour workshop led by instructor Keely Angel of Collective Hand Natural Dye Studio, you'll gain an understanding of how to work with natural dyes, including roots, flowers, bark, and even kitchen waste! We will explore immersion dyeing, making a dye vat to submerge your fabric, creating an even color across the fabric, and bundle dyeing, which involves layering materials onto the fabric to create a beautiful pattern and your own design. You will leave with the confidence to dye using these materials at home, as well as a hand dyed silk scarf and swatches of your creation.

This workshop will cover:

Necessary tools

Safety measures

Natural dyeing materials and supplies

Preparing fabrics, including scouring and mordanting processes

How to make your own dye pot (immersion dyeing)

How to bundle dye on silk and cotton (creating botanical prints from flowers, leaves, roots and more)

You will design your own one-of-a-kind silk scarf

Class fee includes instruction and all the necessary supplies and materials (including dyestuffs and fabrics).

Limited to 12 people

$75

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.