Weekly Sessions, 4 sessions Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm Instructor: John McAllister is a graduate of York Academy of Arts and works as a freelance artist and videographer. Members $72/Non-Members $80 |
Weekly Sessions, sessions Mondays 9:30-12:30pm This class will focus on increasing fundamental painting skills, including composition, use of value and color, a basic understanding of the Color Wheel and how to achieve desired effects using acrylic paints. Students may utilize Photographs, reproductions of other paintings or set up their own still life. Instructor: Will Daskal simply loves to paint and to teach others. His work is shown at ARTSPACE Gallery and he has had many solo shows throughout the Pocono Area. He studied with William Wentz and Dan Van Horn at the Baum School of Art in Allentown and also with Din Andrews, Tom Lynch and Ron Ranson. Member $110/Non-Members $120 May Classes: May 6, 13, 20 (no class May 27) |
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April 8, 15, 22 and 29, Mondays, 6:30-9:30pm This class will concentrate on increasing fundamental painting skills using a variety of aqua-painting media (watercolor, acrylic, gouache, water-based oils, colored pencil, water soluble pencils, etc). in various combinations, with textured papers and other materials, regardless of the current level of the student, The focus will be on the individual needs of each student. Will demonstrates all techniques and principals that apply to the painting being worked on before the students attempt it on their own. Students may use photographs, reproductions of other paintings or set up their own still life. The atmosphere of the class is friendly, non-threatening, nurturing and conducive to student interaction and continued progress. ALL LEVELS OF SKILL ARE WELCOME, ADVANCED TO BEGINNERS! Instructor: Will Daskal simply loves to paint and to teach others. His work is shown at ARTSPACE Gallery and he has had many solo shows throughout the Pocono Area. He studied with William Wentz and Dan Van Horn at the Baum School of Art in Allentown and also with Din Andrews, Tom Lynch and Ron Ranson.Member $110/Non-Members $120 |
3 weeks, April 13, 20, 27, Saturdays 1-3pm This workshop will teach you to turn found objects into bas-relief plates for rubbing and inked printmaking. Experiment with repeat patterns, resist techniques, hand-coloring and other embellishments. Options for larger works and book arts will be explored. Instructor: Claire Marcus has been a rostered teaching artist for the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts since 1996. She holds an MFA in painting and a BA in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. Member $60/Non-Members $70 |
4 weeks, April 9, 16, 23 and 30, Tuesdays, 10am-1pm This class will be an introduction to drawing techniques using Pastels. We will be exploring the medium, thinking about composition, color and approach using pastels. This is a wonderful medium for sketching and exploring color! Try something new or build on your current knowledge of pastels. Instructor: Iraina Caramelli graduated from the Parsons School of Design in NYC and also studied fine and graphic art at Pratt Institute. Iraina works in a number of mediums including mixedmedia, acrylics, pastels, etc. Iraina is listed in the Who’s Who of American Women.Her work is included in numerous private and corporate collections and she is represented by the Morgan Gallery in Blakeslee , PA. Member $110/Non-Members $120 |
April 3, Wednesday, 10am-2pm This watercolor painting class focuses on the scientific style of portraying the flower. The flower in bloom, i.e., tulips with bulb, will be the subject with detailed studies to enhance the project. Be your own Maria Sybilla Merian! All Materials supplied. Wear old clothes and bring a snack! Instructor Jean Perry has painted and taught studio art and art history for many years. As an instructor to students from grammar school through university and continuing education, she has encouraged an appreciation and joy for art. Jean’s philosophy is that art comes from the heart and that there is something in art for everyone!Member $40/Non-Members $50 |
April 11, Thursday, 10am-4pm (lunch break at 1pm) Instructor: Jill Swersie has been teaching oil painting classes to adults for over fifteen years. She also provides art lessons to both children and adults in her home studio. Her whimsical and colorful paintings of people and animals appeal to many art collectors, as does her traditional still life paintings and landscapes. Member $60/Non-Members $70 |
One Evening, May 6, Monday 6-9pm Member $30/Non-Members $40 |
One Evening, May 15, Wednesday 6-9pm Bring your own photo to mat and an appropriate frame no larger than 16x20”. Mat cutting tools for use in class and mat board in various colors will be supplied. Instructor: Gordon Perry has taught various undergraduate and graduate level biology courses at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison , NJ for many years. He is also a photographer who has taken his scientific background into the creative world. Concentrating on nature and history, Gordon has won numerous awards for his photography and has a number of his works published in magazines, calendars and books. Gordon has over 15 years experience in matting and framing.Member $30/Non-Members $40 |
One Day, May 22, Wednesday, 10am-1pm Bring your own photo to mat and an appropriate frame no larger than 16x20”. Mat cutting tools for use in class and mat board in various colors will be supplied. Instructor: Jean Perry has painted and taught studio art and art history for many years. As an instructor to students from grammar school through university and continuing education, she has encouraged an appreciation and joy for art. Jean’s philosophy is that art comes from the heart and that there is something in art for everyone!Member $30/Non-Members $40 |
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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 on the right 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. |