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Encaustic Intro and Advanced Workshop
Saturdays, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at Donna's Studio. Specific dates to be arranged with Donna- please contact her before buying this course. There is a $25 materials fee to be paid to the instructor at the time of class. Contact: Call Donna for dates and directions to Donna's Studio 303-661-0797 Encaustic, heated beeswax mixed with pigments, dates back to the 1st century BC. Donna offers three hours of encaustic technique for beginners and advanced students to create art in a positive…
Find out more »Wednesday Building Blocks to Painting in Oils and Acrylics: May 2, 9, 16, 23
Geared towards adults and teens, Getting a firmer handle on the basics of painting and design will give any artist a boost toward better paintings. You will learn through discussions, demonstrations, and one-on-one instructor help as you paint. This ongoing class will cover the six building blocks on a cyclical basis: design/shape, drawing/line, values, color, edges, and brushwork/detail. Supplies are provided on the students first day of class, and after that they will be expected to bring their own supplies.…
Find out more »Kids Art: Oodles of Doodles-May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
$20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor. Meeting on Thursdays, this is an ongoing, fun kid’s art class! We explore many mediums and make beautiful and creative works of art. We have lots of NEW IDEAS for the summer! We always serve a small snack for those hungry kids. Please contact Debra for specifics. Contact: Debra Bond, dbondo@comcast.net Private Kids birthday parties or get togethers can be arranged with the instructor.
Find out more »Three Wrap Leather and Bead Bracelet-May 5
Saturday May 5, 1-4pm. $25 for materials kit due to instructor on the day of class. In this 3-hour class, Gail will show students how to design and complete a three-wrap beaded leather bracelet based on the popular style by Chan Luu. Students will learn how to start, add on thread, design, hand weave and finish these classic wraps. The Class Kit includes ALL materials needed to create and finish a three wrap bracelet. Leather cord, buttons, assorted beads (glass,…
Find out more »Mosaic Class-May 6, 20
Sundays from noon-4pm. Materials fee $40 paid to instructor on the first day of class. Learn the ancient art of mosaic using contemporary materials. Your substrate or base, approximately 8x8, is provided and included in the material fee. Students are encouraged to make cartoons similar to coloring book designs, i.e. flowers, birds - or think outside the box – abstraction and doodle designs ok. The class covers construction and grouting, working with glass, pottery, stones, beads, marbles, tiles, and more.…
Find out more »Susan Opfer- Guest Artist Reception and Wood Bock Printing Demo
This is a "not to miss" free event! Meet Susan Opfer and learn her process with wood block printing! View Susan's original wood block prints and oil paintings, while snacking, sipping and shmoozing!
Find out more »Watercolor Experiences-May 7, 14, 21, 28
Meeting on Mondays, come experience painting with watercolors in a positive and successful atmosphere. Each class will begin with a mini lesson through a demonstration. Participants will experience playing with color and design. You will learn many strategies for creating your finished piece. Donna will give you individual support and gentle critique. Email or call for materials list. Contact: flebullfroggulch@msn.com or 303-661-0797
Find out more »After School Art Club- May 7, 14, 21
This class is for children ages 7-11. Meeting on Mondays, with a $20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor on the first day of class. This class will teach kids how to make a picture staying in the lines to represent an animal or flower. Contact Delcia Litt with questions, mtntopsg1@gmail.com.
Find out more »Loosen Up Your Painting: Abstraction is Easy-May 7, 14, 21 and 28
This adult class meets on Mondays and is for intermediate and above levels and most painting media. It is designed to help artists approach their painting in a loose and abstract manner. Discussion and description of other artists’ work will help the students see and create in new ways. Students are responsible for their own materials. Call Colleen for further information or questions. Contact: colleentuck@gmail.com, 303-621-4035
Find out more »Collage with Altered Papers and Other Materials-May 10, 17, 24, 31
This class meets on Thursdays from 6-8pm. There is a $15 Materials fee to be paid to the instructor on the first day of class. Learn how to alter and use pages from National Geographic Magazines, the use of stencils, paint, inks, and other papers to create a completed collage. You can also bring your own bits and pieces of ephemera to include in your creation. Contact: Donna Flebbe: flebullfroggulch@msn.com, 303-661-0797
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