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Intro to Abstract - Henri Matisse
Intro to Abstract - Henri Matisse Instructor: Laura Heckman, Laura Heckman Art & DesignDate: Saturday, September 30 , 2023 Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm Price: $85 (all materials included)
Paint, cut, and collage with us to create your own Matisse inspired artwork! We will paint bold, colorful shapes on paper using expressive marks and brushstrokes. Then, cut out those shapes and collage them onto canvas to create our final composition.
You will leave class with your own 8x8 collage on gallery wrapped canvas that is ready to hang!
Matisse pioneered a technique known as the cut-out. He would use scissors to cut shapes out of painted paper and then arrange and glue them onto a larger surface. Matisse’s technique and composition together produced artworks that celebrated color, form, and expressive brushwork. His works exuded a sense of beauty, simplicity, and joy.
Paint, cut, and collage with us to create your own Matisse inspired artwork! We will paint bold, colorful shapes on paper using expressive marks and brushstrokes. Then, cut out those shapes and collage them onto canvas to create our final composition.
You will leave class with your own 8x8 collage on gallery wrapped canvas that is ready to hang!
Matisse pioneered a technique known as the cut-out. He would use scissors to cut shapes out of painted paper and then arrange and glue them onto a larger surface. Matisse’s technique and composition together produced artworks that celebrated color, form, and expressive brushwork. His works exuded a sense of beauty, simplicity, and joy.
Saturday - September 30th - Intro to Abstract - Henri Matisse
Watercolor Workshop - With Ann Brennan
Instructor: Ann BrennanDate: Sunday, October 15 TIME: 11:00am - 1:00pmPrice: 40.00
Yes You Can!Create a 5 x 7 Painting or Greeting Card in 2 HoursCome Join the Fun! No Previous Painting Experience RequiredEach class you will create a 5x7 watercolor painting, it will be ready to frame or can be made into a greeting card, your choice.Ann is an expert teacher. She makes learning a new medium fun and accessibleto those who may never have painted before! Try it out bring a friend you will be amazed how many techniques and secrets you will learn :)
Many of Ann's original art works are available for purchase in the Gallery
Sunday: October 15 - Watercolor Workshop - Birches
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Pastel Workshop - Flower in Vase
Instructor: Elissa GoldbergDate: Sunday, October 15 , 2023 Time: 2:30 pm - 5pmPrice: $85 (all materials included)You will be guided through the process of how to create a seasonal scene with soft pastels. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary…only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills.Elissa will paint with you along with providing one on one instruction. You will leave with a finished individualized masterpiece.Bring a smock or clothes you don’t mind getting messy.Elissa Goldberg has taught children as well as adults the fine art of pastels. She has conducted a variety of workshops in both New Jersey as well as local venues. She currently has her artwork in eight different art galleries and often has solo art shows. She is a member of the Pastel Society of America.
Sundday - October 15th - Pastel Workshop Flower in Vase
Rug Hooking Workshop
Instructor: Juliana KapustaDate: Saturday, October 21 , 2023 Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm Price: $180 (all materials included)Learn traditional hand hooked rug techniques – you will learn everything you’ll need to know to finish the pattern at home. The historic art of traditional hand hooked rugs has been admired since colonial times. Like many forms of art, hooked rugs were made out of necessity, utilizing scraps and upcycling.We will be working with hand dyed wool fabric, cut into strips and pulled through a linen backing using a rug hook. By pulling up one loop at a time, you can create a beautiful 61/4″ by 61/4 ” heirloom textile. This is a lovely reminder that beauty can come from discarded remnants (although we’ll be using the good stuff). Juliana is a certified rug hooking teacher whose main objective is to teach students to create beauty whether as folk art or fine art. Her early formal training is in advertising and design.
Juliana is proud to have had her rugs published in Celebration of Hand Hooked Rugs 20, Celebration of Hand Hooked Rugs 24, Hooking Animals and Design Basics for Rug Hookers.
Saturday - October 21th - Rug Hooking Workshop
Painting with Wool - Fall Workshop
Instructor: Maria Gio of Mara Effects
Date: Saturday, October 28 , 2023 Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm Price: $85 (all materials included)You will create an 11" x 14" Winter Scenes Painting in wool - the finished piece will be framed under glass.Discover the artist within through the process of painting with wool for a unique handmade work of art. Wool watercolor is an exceptional art where the piece is created by layering dry wool layer by layer onto a fabric.This unique technique allows you to create stunning art with 3D effect, keeping all secrets of creation under the glass.Under the weight of glass these complex layered-wool appear unbelievably vibrant and rich.You will learn wool and understand it is a living material. There will be three designs to choose from for each class.Working with wool is a meditative process with therapeutic effects where small motor skills exercise, calm down, and relax the nervous system. During the class Maria will lead you step by step and help you finish this richly colorful artwork so its ready to hang.
Saturday - October 28th - Painting with Wool Fall
Alcohol Ink Workshop - Holiday Theme
Instructor: Donna Bulen Date: Sunday, October 29
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Price: $68.00 (All Materials Provided ) Let you Artistic Side Flow!
Create One Glass Ball Ornament and as many Alcohol Ink pieces as you can in 2 Hours.
No Previous Painting Experience Required. Alcohol Ink artwork uses alcohol ink on special synthetic paper.
The paper surface allows for the use of brushes, blowing tools or dotting pens.
Each class you can create one 5 x 5 inch ceramic tile, an 8 X10, a 5x7 or a notecard size Alcohol Ink Floral or Abstract painting.
Donna will focus on Holiday themed designs so that student can use their creations to print out Holiday Cards!Alcohol Inks dry very quicky so your pieces will be ready to go home with you.
Donna has many original alcohol Ink painting and wood Burning pieces for sale in the Gallery.
Sunday: Octobver 29 - Alcohol Ink Workshop
Palette Knife Painting Workshop
Instructor: Patricia DeVirgilisDate: Saturday, November 4thTime: 10:00am - 2:00 PpmPrice: $200 Canvas panel will be suppliedStudents will learn exciting effects using a palette knife (which cannot be achieved with a brush).
You choose oil paint or (non-pouring) acrylic paint as your medium.*Students should have some painting experience in either medium.Discussion will center around the palette knife techniques of nationally recognized Cynthia Rosen.
Workshop will include an Introduction to working in Cold Wax Students supply their materials....paints, brushes, paper towels, water container (acrylics)….container (solvent) for oils.
Metal palette knives only NO plastic or flat knives.Recommended Palette Knives:*Students should purchase 2 different size painting knives for best results…. online Amazon or Dick Blick Art Supplies…..$11.00 per 2 knives plus shipping (DB).*RGM Knife #03117-1013 with 3” med. blade*RGM knife #03117-1006 with sm. 2” bladeStudents should have a large 8x10 (preferred) good quality photograph....landscape: trees, rocks, water, simple building/house,shed, road etc.
Saturday - Noveber 4th - Palette Knife Painting Workshop
Redware Sgraffito Ornament Workshop
Instructor: Denise WilzDate: Wednesday, November 15thTime: 6:00pm - 9:00 PpmPrice: $100.00
( includes all materials to create 2 ornaments)
Students can create up to 6 ornaments as time allows.
Additional ornaments are available to purchase/create during class at $18/each. ( maximum aditional 4)This workshop focuses on a centuries-old clay decorating technique. “Sgraffito” means to “scratch” and you will draw and scratch a design on redware heart ornaments. There will be books for ideas or bring your own. No experience needed – it’s as easy as using a pencil! The heart is 4 inches wide by 3 ¾ inches tall, and is 3/8 inch thick with a hole for the hanger.The ornaments arrive coated with white clay slip so you may begin to sgraffito as soon as you have your design ready. All the sgraffito tools and books for ideas are provided or bring your own. After the workshop, the ornaments will be dried, glazed, and fired - this takes 3-4 weeks. The ornaments include satin ribbons for hanging.You will be notified when the ornaments are ready. Pick up finished work at the workshop site, at the studio in Macungie by appointment or shipped to you for an additional fee.
Wednesday - Noveber 15th - Redware Sgraffito Ornament Workshop
Painting with Wool - Winter Workshop
Instructor: Maria Gio of Mara Effects
Date: Saturday, December 9 , 2023 Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm Price: $85 (all materials included)You will create an 11" x 14" Winter Scenes Painting in wool - the finished piece will be framed under glass.Discover the artist within through the process of painting with wool for a unique handmade work of art. Wool watercolor is an exceptional art where the piece is created by layering dry wool layer by layer onto a fabric.This unique technique allows you to create stunning art with 3D effect, keeping all secrets of creation under the glass.Under the weight of glass these complex layered-wool appear unbelievably vibrant and rich.You will learn wool and understand it is a living material. There will be three designs to choose from for each class.Working with wool is a meditative process with therapeutic effects where small motor skills exercise, calm down, and relax the nervous system. During the class Maria will lead you step by step and help you finish this richly colorful artwork so its ready to hang.
Saturday - December 9th - Painting with Wool -Winter
Pastel Workshop - Lake Side Snow Bank
Instructor: Elissa GoldbergDate: Saturday, December 9 , 2023 Time: 2:30 pm - 5:00pmPrice: $85 (all materials included)
You will be guided through the process of how to create a seasonal wintery scene with soft pastels. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary…only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. Elissa will paint with you along with providing one on one instruction. You will leave with a finished individualized masterpiece. Bring a smock or clothes you don’t mind getting messy.Elissa Goldberg has taught children as well as adults the fine art of pastels. She has conducted a variety of workshops in both New Jersey as well as local venues. She currently has her artwork in our Gallery. She is a member of the Pastel Society of America.
You will be guided through the process of how to create a seasonal wintery scene with soft pastels. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary…only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. Elissa will paint with you along with providing one on one instruction. You will leave with a finished individualized masterpiece. Bring a smock or clothes you don’t mind getting messy.Elissa Goldberg has taught children as well as adults the fine art of pastels. She has conducted a variety of workshops in both New Jersey as well as local venues. She currently has her artwork in our Gallery. She is a member of the Pastel Society of America.
Saturday - December 9th - Pastel Workshop Lake Side Snow Bank