Classes for Adults
Spring 2012 Classes:
To register for a class, click on the class title and fill out the corresponding form.
Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 pm
February 15 - March 16, 2012
Price: $75 for 6 weeks
This class covers a different technique for putting paint on the page each week. We create swatches using wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, scratching, taking paint away, splattering, layering, salting, masking and taping, and veil painting. Once we have covered all the different techniques, we apply them to painting a picture from a photograph. Students label their swatches to remember which technique achieves which look on the page. Students my bring their own materials, or use class materials. They will need a large yogurt container for water, a glass plate or palette, three sizes of brushes--small round, medium round, and large flat--pan or tube paints, and a roll of masking tape. Materials are also available for purchase.
Sunday, February 19
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price: $50 for the day, $25 for materials
Susan Goodby leads a group workshop in collage with tissue paper, acrylic paint, and matte medium. Susan has studied with Jonathan Talbot and Maddine Insalaco, and held a residency at Vermont Studio Center. She has won many awards for her work, including the Merit Award for Mixed Media and paper collage from the NVAA in 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2006.
Sundays March 11 and 18
12:00 - 3:00 pm
Price: $50 plus materials if needed
Paul
Sweeney teaches basic rug braiding to make a small rug for a seat
cushion or entry way. The Art House can supply sewing machines and tools
needed to fold the material, but students will need to purchase their
fabric strips. Light weight wool strips are recommended, but denim or
corduroy will also work. Johnson Woolen Mills sells rug strips by the
pound for just this purpose.
Wednesdays, March 21 - April 25
4:30 - 6:30 pm
Price: $70 for 6 weeks, $35 for materials
From wood engraved illustrations for children's books and magazines in the mid-1800's to digital on-demand printing today, the printing process has evolved in ways Edmund Evans would never have imagined. This class explores several off-set printing techniques including dry point etching and wood block printing. Families are welcome, but students must be at least 13-years-old to participate. Materials are provided by materials fee.
Friday, March 23 10:00 am - 2:00 pm or Saturday, March 31 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Price: $10 per person
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Pysanka is an egg dyed with a wax resist method in traditional Ukrainian designs. The name comes from the Ukrainian verb
to write because the artist uses a tool to melt beeswax and write on the egg. Whether you use your own creative designs, or you follow guides for a traditional pysanka, these eggs are beautiful and a lot of fun to make. This is a wonderful group activity. Drop in and make one egg, or stay and make a dozen!
Saturday, March 24 10:30 am - 1:00 pm or Friday, March 30 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Price: $10 per person
Easter is right around the corner. Come learn to make an Easter basket bunny from wool! Previous experience with felting is a plus, but not required.
Thursdays, May 3 - June 7
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Price: $90 for six weeks, materials $30
Sarah Mutrux studied pastel painting with
Donna Aldridge in college. Donna passed on a love of playful colors, finding color even in the whites on the page. This is a still life class; students will practice matching color and mixing color on the page. We will investigate warm and cool colors, and the subtleties of each. We will be using a textured paper and a harder pastel than the classroom grade pastel. A foundation in drawing is helpful for this class.
Mondays beginning May 7
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Price: Free. Bring your own materials.
This is a creative time. Whether you want to paint, draw, or make a hand-made book, this is a time in your week that you can set aside for creativity. Sarah Mutrux will be the primary moderator of this time, but other artists will be asked to join us from time to time to be available for advice or guidance if you are stuck. Please commit to at least 4 sessions.
Want to make a suggestion? The Art House tries to accommodate students interests and availability. Let us know what you would like to take and when.
