Traditional Art Classes

Discover the world of old master’s traditional mediums in our immersive and enriching classes. Whether you’re a novice or seasoned artist, these classes will guide you through the fundamental techniques of traditional mediums. Explore the power of lines, shading, and composition in drawing, while learning to manipulate colors, textures, and markmaking in graphite, charcoals, oil paints, watercolor, and/or clay mediums. Unleash your creativity and gain a deeper understanding of artistic expression as you bring your visions to life in your artwork. Join us for this inspiring journey to develop your skills and create stunning artworks that reflect your unique style. Materials provided. Enroll now to embark on an unforgettable artistic adventure!

When you decide to take a class with us, you may want to consider the following:

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Choice of medium: Oil Painting, Drawing, Sculpting, Watercolor, or Digital Arts

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Select a subject, portrait, figurative, representational abstract you want to create or we can suggest ideas with you

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Discover some of your favorite artists and artwork

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Assess how much you know and what more you want to know

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Decide how important it is by how much time you can commit

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Ongoing classes, pay as you go day or month tuitions to fit you schedule

register for weekly classes

Description of Traditional Classes

Traditional Classes provide both art instruction, skills building, and working knowledge of materials.

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Drawing

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Drawing II

Drawing is the foundation for all art to follow. This enriching course is open to all skill levels, from beginners looking to learn the fundamentals to experienced artists seeking to refine their techniques. Explore the fascinating world of drawing as we delve into proportions, perspective, shading, and composition. Discover the joy of bringing your imagination to life with pencil and paper, honing your observation skills and nurturing your creativity. Our expert instructors will guide you through each step, offering personalized feedback and insights to help you unlock your full artistic potential.

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Learn how to draw a variety of subjects: landscape, perspective, floral, still life, portrait, figure, animals, or imaginary characters.

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Traditional Fine Art Drawing or Digital Drawing Classes

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Charcoal, Graphite, Vine, Conte, and Pen & Ink

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Two hour intensive study with individual attention

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Drawing II offers a third hour option, add-on supplies $8/class, optional

Paint

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Painting with our expert instructors will guide you through fundamental techniques, encouraging experimentation and artistic growth. Embrace the freedom to discover your preferred style, discover the joy of creating captivating and meaningful artworks, push your passion and ambitions. Enroll now to ignite your passion for art and join a vibrant community of fellow creatives!

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Individual and group demonstrations as needed

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Try a variety of subjects: landscape, seascape, floral, plein air, representational abstraction, portraiture, figurative, still life, and animals.

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Join monthly to build on your skills and knowledge in a social setting

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Encouraging critiques as a method of learning alternative choices

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Expertise is in oil paints and working knowledge of all other paint mediums

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2 hour class with optional third hour add-on, painting supplies optional

Sculpture

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Sculpting like Rodin for a day! Set out on a sculpting adventure that welcomes 3-D artists of every skill level. Students will dive into the unique challenges of mastering form, balance, and mark making. Learn the tactile response of additive and subtractive techniques to build expressive, and/or representational sculptures.

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Learn how to interpret the 3-dimensional form

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Intensify your exploration of texture

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Make unique creatures, characters, or portrait busts

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Add-on sculpting supplies $15/class, optional

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Watercolor

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Watercolor fundaments include washes, color mixing, textures, patterns and brush techniques; all in a variety of subjects. Explore the versatility and charm of watercolors, learning essential techniques such as washes, glazing, wet-on-wet, and more. Discover how to capture the beauty of landscapes, still life, and vibrant portraits with the luminous and transparent nature of watercolors. Our expert instructors will guide you through each step, offering personalized feedback to help you refine your skills and develop your own unique artistic style. Materials provided.

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Weekly Demonstrations and follow along

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Diverse subject matter

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Ongoing, join anytime

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Add-on optional materials fee, $15/class

Draw, Paint, Sculpt

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Draw Paint Sculpt, for our youngest artists, is an all inclusive class is where students can step into a world of boundless creativity. Whether it is a one day project; or, a carefully planned execution of a multi-week painting or sculpture, students strengthen their skill moving through the various mediums. Every week builds the foundation for a lifetime love for art, creating, and collaboration.

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Ninety minute class

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Starts 7 years and older

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Students choose their medium: draw, paint, or sculpt

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Students develop and research subjects of interest

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Classes provide project based instruction at any level

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Reserve a time for a group event

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Class supplies are included in the tuition

Teen Art

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Teen Art Classes, where creativity knows no bounds! Fridays cater to creatives of all skill levels, offering a diverse range of artistic mediums to explore. From drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media, you'll embark on a thrilling journey to unleash your imagination and express your unique vision. Our expert instructors will guide you through fundamental techniques, encouraging experimentation and artistic growth. Embrace the freedom to discover your preferred style and discover the joy of creating captivating and meaningful artworks.

Portfolio Prep Class, offers more focused dedication

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Attend two hours or Friday Teen Art offers a third hour option

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Organize your objectives and prioritize

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Develop pathway with projects and deadlines

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Students can bring their own supplies or Add-on Paint supplies for $10/day or $40/month

Life Model

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Practice with a live model! This is an uninstructed opportunity to refine your artistic skills through direct observation and interpretation of live models. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, you'll explore various drawing and painting techniques to represent the human figure with depth and accuracy. Use the time learning to observe and master proportions, anatomy, light, and shadow, while infusing your artworks with emotion and expression. Enroll now to hone your artistic eye and embrace the beauty of live model art!

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All levels of experience welcome, both traditional and digital

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First come setup, easles, tables, chairs provided

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Optional Add-on paint supplies, $10/class

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Save $90 with our Open Studio Membership

After School Art

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After‑School Art Program – a flexible times and space where kids can finish homework, make art & crafts, or simply hang out. Open daily from 2:30  to 7:00 PM, students have the option to drop in for 90‑minutes or longer to work on their chosen project.

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Drop-In, pay monthly, or an easy 8-Pass Pack.

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Bring your snacks find a cozy table and feel safe in our community space

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Instructors are present to guide kids

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Perfect for respectful and independent school age kids

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Stay 90-minutes, add-on pre and/or post hours to extend the the duration

Art & Crafts Time

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Join us at The Art Studio every Tuesday and Wednesday for a fun, creative escape that’s perfect for everyone—from seasoned artists to first-time creators! Whether you’re a family looking for a bonding night out, a couple in search of a unique date night, or an individual wanting to unleash your inner artist, our Art & Crafts Time has something for you.

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Drop-in and pay online for an Art & Crafts Drop-in Pass*

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Try it out for a single date

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Buy one and the second person you bring is free!

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Super casual pick a project from our Art & Crafts table

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Save $75/month Membership for you and another.

What are classes like?

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You pick the project: draw, paint, sculpt

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Any level of experience, from beginner to advanced

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Every project brings new discoveries to learn

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A sanctuary for creating, socializing, and revitalizing

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Create a portfolio or body of work

Supply Lists

Students are required to bring their own supplies or pay the $8/class materials fee.

Oil Painting
supply list

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Primaries: Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Red Light, Alizarin Crimson or Permanent, Ultramarine Blue (call to discuss options

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Brushes (portraits buy Filberts, all others Long Flats)

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Small, Age Refined Linseed oil or Tubed gel

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Hog Bristle brushes: asst sizes 10, 6, and 3

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Synthetic brushes: size 5 and 3

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Light Blue pastel pencil and sharpener

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Paper towels (cloth like - Viva or blue shop towels)

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9”x12” Primed Canvas sheet pad (Centurion Deluxe Oil Primed Linen canvas pads, Arches Oil Paper, or Strathmore Oil Painting Paper)

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11x14 Masonite board to tape on canvas sheets

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Palette knife

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3/4” Masking tape (beige)

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12”x18” Grey Matters palette paper

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Optional: Masterson Sta Wet palette box for palette paper Glass w/gray paper underneath or New Wave Palette

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Optional: Odorless Mineral Spirits in a spring loaded turp can (no glass at the studio)

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Watercolor
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140 lb cold press watercolor pad or block, 9”x12” or bigger (Arches, Fabriano or other professional grade papers are recommended.)

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A watercolor sketchbook or visual journal (Strathmore or Canson XL watercolor pad, 140lb)

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Transparent Tracing Paper, Manila paper, or glassine paper for protection

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One mop or wash brush, Three rounds: small #2-4, medium #5-6, large #8-10, One rigger and one flat

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Painting board, artist tape, clips and regular tape (You may not need these items if you use a block.)

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Graphite pencils: HB, 2B, or 4B 5. White plastic eraser and Kneaded Eraser. Pen with waterproof ink fine point

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Watercolor Palette, Water container, Spray Bottle, Brush holder, Towels

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Use professional grade paint and have at least 1-2 triads. It’s preferred to get one warm and one cool triad. You can use either a pan set or tube paints. A pan set is convenience for traveling and outdoor sketch. Example of Colors for Tube Paints: - Yellow Ochre, Lemon Yellow - Aureloin or New Gamboge - Permanent Alizarin Crimson - Scarlet Lake or Cadmium red - Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo blue - Cobalt Blue, Celeron Blue - Phthalo Green, Olive Green, Sap Green - Winsor Green or Viridian Green - Burnt Sienna, Natural Tint - Cobalt Violet and Rose Madder

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Watercolor
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A watercolor pad or block (140 lb cold press or rough (Arches, Fabriano or other professional grade papers are recommended.) 9”x12” or bigger

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A watercolor sketchbook (140lb. paper is highly recommended. A watercolor visual journal 140 lb from Strathmore or Canson XL watercolor pad 140lb

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Brushes

One mop or wash brush
Three rounds: small #2-4, medium #5-6, large #8-10
One rigger and one flat

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Painting board, artist tape, clips and regular tape (Not necessary if using a block.)

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Graphite pencils: HB, 2B, or 4B 5 - White plastic eraser and Kneaded Eraser - Pen with waterproof ink fine point

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Watercolor Palette, Water container, spray bottle of water, Brush holder

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Transparent Tracing Paper, Manila paper of glassine paper (for protection)

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Use professional grade paint and have at least 1-2 triads.

Yellow Ochre, Lemon Yellow – Aureloin or New Gamboge – Permanent Alizarin Crimson – Scarlet Lake or Cadmium red – Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo blue – Cobalt Blue, Celeron Blue – Phthalo Green, Olive Green, Sap Green – Winsor Green or Viridian Green – Burnt Sienna, Natural Tint – Cobalt Violet and Rose Madder are convenience colors

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