Meets Mondays | Feb 17 - March 17 |10:00am - 12:30 pm

5 Week Class $120.00 session

Explore the forgiving and simple media of soft pastels. References will be provided varying in subject matter and style. Working together as a class in a step by step manner you discover how a professional artist begins, creates and finishes a work of art. This method of teaching gives you confidence and allows you freedom to develop your own style. Color theory, application methods and diverse techniques are used to teach you use of texture and dimension in your paintings. All levels are always welcome. A supply list is below Amazon has the best deals.

Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist, LightScapes Studio LLC

Supply for Pastels

- Faber-Castell soft pastel set-assorted colors half stick set of 72  or an Upgrade Pastel Set would be Rembrandt 60 half stick assorted or a Unison pastel set.

- UArt Premium sanded pastel paper pad 600 grade neutral color or Pastelmat Pad White No 3 7.125"x 9.5

- Stabilo CarbOthello Pastel Pencil set of 24 or pencils of choice

- Paper Towels

- Wet ones

Mondays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | February 24 - March 17 

Adults| All Levels Welcome

Join us in this four week workshop for a whimsical and colorful exploration of the medium of watercolor! Learn the basics of color mixing, warm versus cool colors and opacity/transparency. Learn techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry and dry brush. Create interesting textures utilizing salt and water spraying. Loosen up and have fun with color blends and splattering. No experience necessary.

Materials List Here Materials List - JSAC Expressive Watercolor

Drawing The Still Life in Graphite - An Academic Approach

Instructor - Philla Barkhorn

1:30 - 3:30, February 24 - March 17

In this four week workshop, students will work from life to learn the fundamentals of measuring, seeing tilts and shapes essential for realistic drawing. Participants will develop an understanding of value and how it is used to turn form and show volume. Beginning students will work on multiple drawings as they delve into the intricacies of shape, value and edges. Advanced students will work on one piece for multiple sessions. No prior experience necessary.

Materials List:

Several HB and H pencils

Pencil sharpener or Xacto knife and sandpaper block

Kneaded eraser

Tombow Mono Zero Elastomer Eraser, round shape

Pentel Clic Eraser ZE22 or Paper Mate Tuff Stuff Eraser Stick

Thin knitting needle in a bright color, Size 2 or 3, 12 - 14” long

Hand held mirror

Strathmore 400 Series Smooth or Medium Surface Drawing Paper, White, Size 11” x 14”. Can have a brown cover or green cover (recycled paper).

Meets Tuesdays| Feb 25 - April 1 | 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 $10 the first class 

Meets Wednesdays | February 26 - April 2 | 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 $10 the first class 

Acrylic Afternoons | Feb 27 - April 3| 2-4pm 

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| Feb 27 - April 3 | 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.)

Meets Tuesdays | All Levels | March 4 - April 1 | 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 $10 the first class