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ART CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Adult Classes and Workshops
Oil Painting Workshop September 8, 2pm – 6pm This workshop will guide you through the essential steps necessary to create your own beautiful oil on canvas. Instructor: Jill Swersie has been painting for twenty years. Her whimsical and colorful paintings of people and animals appeal to many as do her traditional still life and landscape paintings. Jill has been teaching for fifteen years. Tuition: Member $35/Non-Member $45/Seniors $25 Materials list will be provided	Oils Sept 8 member $35.00 non-member $45.00 senior $25.00
Watercolor Workshop September 15, Wednesday 1-5pm This workshop is for all levels of students. Fundamental drawing skills will be utilized to sketch on cold press watercolor paper, which will be the basis for painting projects. Instructor: Will Daskal is a retired educator as well as an award winning fine artist. For the past three years he has studied at the Baum School of Art in Allentown with William Wentz and Dana Van Horn. Will loves to paint and more importantly loves to teach! Tuition: Member $45/Non-member $55/Seniors $35 Material list will be provided	Watercolor Workshop 9/15 member $45.00 non-member $55.00 senior $35.00
Using Modern Canvas to Paint in Acrylic September 22, Wednesday 6-9pm In this workshop a modern wraparound- canvas will be used to create a still life or landscape (depending on the size of the canvas you choose) ready for hanging…no need to frame the piece. A drawing will be provided to trace, if needed. Instructor: Jasmine Abrams has been painting and drawing since childhood. She studied Art and Advertising at New York City Technical College; fine art at the School of Visual Art and the Art Students League of NY. Tuition: Member $35/Non-Member $45/Senior $25 Materials list will be provided	Mod Canvas Paint Acrylic member $35.00 non-member $45.00 senior $25.00
Mixed Media September 29, Wednesday 1-5pm This workshop will focus on utilizing a variety of painting materials, methods and approaches. Watercolor, gouache, acrylics, colored watercolor pencils, etc. will be used to meet the individual needs of each student in creating a unique and interesting work of art. Students may use photographs, reproductions of other paintings or set up their own still life. All levels of skill are welcome! Instructor: Will Daskal is a retired educator as well as an award winning artist who simply loves to paint and teach. For the past three years he has studies at the Baum School of Art in Allentown with William Wentz and Dana Van Horn. Last summer he was honored with first place in Watercolor at both the Courthouse Square Show and Buck Hills Art Festival. Tuition: Member $45/Non-Member $55/Senior $35 Materials list will be provided	Mixed Media Sept 29 member $45.00 non-member $55.00 senior $35.00
Oil Painting 4 weeks, September 9-30, Thursday 6- 9pm This is an ongoing workshop starting with the basics, drawing and composition, and continuing through the preparation of materials and application of paint. Work at your own pace, picking your subject while the instructor guides you through the process of producing a piece of art. Instructor: John McAllister is a graduate of York Academy of Arts and works as a freelance artist and videographer. Tuition: Member $110/Non-Member $120/Seniors $90 Materials list will be provided	Oil Paint 4 wks Sept 9 member $110.00 non-member $120.00 senior $90.00
Intermediate Watercolor 4 weeks, October 4-25, Monday 6-9pm This workshop is for anyone who has had at least one basic watercolor class. Students will explore the transparent nature of watercolor and how to make the white of the paper shine through. Unique techniques will be utilized making it easy to produce a glowing, luminescent painting. Instructor: Will Daskal is a retired educator as well as an award winning fine artist. For the past three years he has studied at the Baum School of Art in Allentown with William Wentz and Dana Van Horn. Tuition: Members $110/Non- Members $120/Seniors $90 Materials list will be provided	Int Watercolor Oct 4 member $110.00 non-member $120.00 senior $90.00
Oil Painting (day) 4 weeks, October 5-26, Tuesday 2-5pm Whether you are a beginner, an oil painting hobbyist, or a more experienced artist, this class will guide you through all of the essential steps necessary to create your own beautiful oil on canvas. You will choose your subject, work at your own pace and with your own hands-on experience learn about color, shadows and technique as you create your work of art. Instructor: Jill Swersie has been painting for twenty years. She has participated in scores of shows and exhibits and has earned numerous awards, For the past fifteen years Jill has been teaching to adults at the Senior Center in Dunmore and the Buck Hill Art Association. Tuition: Member $110/Non-Member $120/Seniors $90 Materials list will be provided	Oil Painting Day Oct 5 member $110.00 non-member $120.00 senior $90.00
Acrylic Painting on Mini Canvas 4 weeks, October 5-26, Tuesday 6-8pm Paint miniature works of art using acrylic paint on small 4x4 canvas panels or mini canvas in two different sizes, 2x3 and 2x2. You will have an unlimited amount of supplies to use as well as sample pictures from the Masters, i.e, Monet, VanGogh and Degas. You can also bring your own photos and make your own masterpiece! These pieces are wonderful for use as ornaments, gift decorations, etc. All materials will be provided. Instructor: Jasmine Abrams has been painting and drawing since childhood. She studied art and advertising at New York City Technical College; fine art at the School of Visual Art and the Art Students League of NY. Her artwork is inspired by nature making her watercolors vibrant and bold with color. She has received numerous awards in NYC and the Poconos. Tuition: Member $75/Non-Members $85/Seniors $65 Materials Fee: $10	Acrylic on Mini Canvas member $75.00 non-member $85.00 senior $65.00
Basic Drawing 4 weeks, October 6-27, Wednesday 6- 8pm Develop your basic drawing skills while learning about light, form and composition. Instructor: Jill Swersie has painted professionally for twenty years. She has been teaching since 1993 at the Dunmore Senior Center, the Buck Hill Art Association in Buck Hill Falls and the Pocono Arts Council. Tuition: Member $75/Non-Member $85/Seniors $65 Materials list will be provided	Basic Drawing Oct 6 member $75.00 non-member $85.00 senior $65.00
Oil Painting (evening) 4 weeks, October 7-28, Thursday 6- 9pm Explore the expression of ideas while developing your own technique in the use of the oil medium. This ongoing workshop starts with the basics, drawing and composition, and continues through the preparation of materials and application of paint. Working at your own pace, you pick your subject while the instructor guides you through the process of producing a piece of art. Instructor: John McAllister is a graduate of York Academy of Arts and works as a freelance artist and videographer. Tuition: Member $110Non-Member $120/Seniors $90 Materials list will be provided	Oil Painting Eve Oct 7 member $110.00 non-member $120.00 senior $90.00

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DISCOUNT FOR POCONOARTS MEMBERS: Members receive the discounted members' price for all classes. If you would like to become a member and receive this and other benefits, please pay below or call 570-476-4460 for information. DISCOUNT FOR FAMILIES: Families who register more than one member of a single residence in the same course or session receive a 15% discount on the less expensive course.	Become a member and receive discounts! Choose Membership Level Student $15.00 Senior (60+) $25.00 Individual $35.00 Art/Community Organization $45.00 Family $50.00 Friend of PoconoArts $100.00 Patron of PoconoArts $150.00 Benefactor of PoconoArts $250.00 Silver Leaf $500.00 Gold Leaf $1,000.00

DISCOUNT FOR POCONOARTS MEMBERS: Members receive the discounted members' price for all classes. If you would like to become a member to receive this and other benefits, please call 570-476-4460 for information. DISCOUNT FOR FAMILIES: Families who register more than one member of a single residence in the same course or session receive a 15% discount on the less expensive course. PoconoArts will not refund or reduce any class fees for missed classes or late enrollment. PoconoArts reserves the right to substitute instructors who are unable to fulfill their contractual agreements with instructors having equivalent qualifications. PoconoArts reserves the right to use photographs taken during classes and other programs for the marketing and promotion of the arts council. Any parent or legal guardian who does not wish to have his or her child photographed is asked to notify PoconoArts upon registration. PoconoArts Registration & Refund Policies Registration Policy: Classes fill on a first come first serve basis. Placement in a course is secured when payment in full is received. Cancellation Policy: If PoconoArts must cancel a class due to low enrollment, students will be notified prior to the scheduled start date of the class and a full refund will be issued. Refund Policy: Tuition refunds will be honored only if received ten days prior to the beginning of the class/workshop. PoconoArts will not refund or reduce any class fees for missed classes or late enrollment. Family Discount: Families who register more than one member of a single residence in the same course or session receive a 15% discount on the less expensive course. PoconoArts reserves the right to use photographs taken during classes and other programs for the marketing and promotion of the arts council. Any parent or legal guardian who does not wish to have his or her child photographed is asked to notify PoconoArts upon Registration.

 

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