Acrylic Afternoons | Six Weeks | Meets Thursdays | Aug 14 - Sept 18 | 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. 

Authentic Collage Meets on Thursdays | Six Weeks | Aug 14 - Sept 18 | 6:00pm  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 brushes, Substrate 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.)

Poured Acrylic Workshop - Saturday, August 23 -11:00am 2:00pm

Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home. 

All materials will be provided.

Dress for a mess! 

Meets Mondays | September 8 - October 20 | 10:00am to 12:30pm

(No class on 10/13/25) | Six Week Class | 2 1/2 Hour Class | All Levels Welcome | See Below for Materials List

Instructor Gina Torello has designed this Urban Sketching Class in the heart of our iconic downtown. Perspective lessons will take place out on the streets of our local iconic towns.  Instructions will be given on how to sketch using various drawing materials.  The first 12 Artists will have access to a comfortable pleinair chair and a small portable drawing table.  Each week we will meet in a different location with new and exciting lessons and exciting subject matter to enjoy.  Great way to welcome the fall, enjoy the fresh air and take your own artwork home with you.  All levels are always welcome.  The supply list is below; you choose what materials you have and feel comfortable using.  I will email everyone prior to our first class via JSAC email to inform you of our first location.

URBAN SKETCHING MATERIALS LIST

Meets Tuesdays | Sept 9 - Oct 14 | 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 Provided

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