February 2019
Make Glass Pendants-Feb 23
Materials Fee $20 paid to the instructor. Come play with glass and make two pendants out of precut colored and dichroic glass. Use my “no fail” ideas or use your own, unique designs. We’ll discuss the fusing process and the unique properties of dichroic glass; there will be plenty of time to experiment. The pieces will be fired at instructor’s house, and you will be contacted when ready for pickup at pARTiculars. Contact: joyweinstein@gmail.com
Find out more »March 2019
Mosaic Leaves: Mar 1
This class meets on a Friday and is designed for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Come learn how to make a simple 4”x4” mosaic leaf design of your own creative inspiration. No grouting needed. All materials are provided. Feel free to bring small items to include. Tools suggested: glass wheeled nippers & tweezers.Contact Delcia Litt, mtntopsg1@gmail.com
Find out more »Mosaic Class-Mar 3, 17
Sundays from 11am-3pm. Materials fee $30 paid to instructor on the first day of class. Learn the ancient art of mosaic using contemporary materials. Your substrate or base, approximately 8×8, 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, working with glass, pottery, stones, beads, marbles, tiles, and more. The second…
Find out more »Watercolor Techniques: Mar 4, 11, 18, 25
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 »Drawing Nature-Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
This class meets on Wednesdays, and there is a materials fee of $15 to be paid to the instructor on the first day of class. In this class we will explore nature using our pencils, focusing on drawing techniques for all those elements big and small. Bring a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook and a set of graphite pencils and eraser. This class is for beginners and experienced students. Some knowledge of drawing helpful as we will spend less time on…
Find out more »Wednesday Building Blocks to Painting in Oils and Acrylics: Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
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 »Loosen Up Your Painting: Mar 7, 14, 21, 28
This adult class meets on Thursdays and is for intermediate and above levels and most painting media. It is designed to help artists approach their painting in a loose and intuitive way. 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 »Kids Art: Oodles of Doodles: Mar 7, 14, 21, 28
$20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor. An ongoing, fun kid’s art class, OODLES is being offered again for the winter and spring! We explore many mediums and make beautiful and creative works of art. Join us for our new, fun, winter and spring projects and surprise visits from our faculty artists! We always serve a small snack for those hungry kids. Please contact Debra for specifics. Contact: Debra Bond, dbondo@comcast.net
Find out more »Batik on Rice Paper-Mar 9
Saturdays from 9:30 to 12:00 pm. This class will meet at Donnas home studio. Please contact her for directions. Learn the art of watercolor batik on rice paper using simple techniques to transfer your images or the ones provided to complete a piece of art. Color, design, ink and the use of wax are a vital part of this technique. The goals for this class are to have fun, learn this technique, and complete a piece of art. Handouts are…
Find out more »Mosaic Leaves: Mar 15
This class meets on a Friday and is designed for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Come learn how to make a simple 4”x4” mosaic leaf design of your own creative inspiration. No grouting needed. All materials are provided. Feel free to bring small items to include. Tools suggested: glass wheeled nippers & tweezers.Contact Delcia Litt, mtntopsg1@gmail.com
Find out more »Make Glass Pendants-Mar 16
Materials Fee $20 paid to the instructor. Come play with glass and make two pendants out of precut colored and dichroic glass. Use my “no fail” ideas or use your own, unique designs. We’ll discuss the fusing process and the unique properties of dichroic glass; there will be plenty of time to experiment. The pieces will be fired at instructor’s house, and you will be contacted when ready for pickup at pARTiculars. Contact: joyweinstein@gmail.com
Find out more »Drawing What You See and Beyond-Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 9, 16
$15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor. Class meets on Tuesdays. If you can sign your name, you can draw, but you must learn how just like anything else. Basic drawing is the stepping stone to a better painting; seeing differently is the key to a great drawing. Give your drawings and paintings more depth, better perspective, and master the secret of lights, darks, and shadows. Bring a soft pencil (#2) and a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook to…
Find out more »Colored Pencils Drawing Studio:Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 9, 16
Material fee of $15 to be paid to the insructor. Join this weekly Tuesday group to learn the magic of drawing with colored pencils, using Prismacolor or comparable pencils. Learn to match, blend and layer colors to create a drawing of your own choosing. Bring a set of 24 Prismacolor pencils (do not get the Scholar Prismacolor), a strathmore "colored pencil" sketchbook 9"x12"; or a regular spiral bound sketchbook will also work. If you are a continuing student bring the…
Find out more »Felt 3D Bird Workshop: Mar 23
This class is designed for all ages: kids 8 and up, teens, families, and adults. There is a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Class meets on a Saturday and is limited to a class size of 8. Learn how to make a detailed 3D bird using needle and wet felting techniques. Sculpting, attaching, and creating embellishments will be demonstrated to enhance your bird design. Each student will make one bird during the workshop…
Find out more »Mosaic Leaves: Mar 29
This class meets on a Friday and is designed for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Come learn how to make a simple 4”x4” mosaic leaf design of your own creative inspiration. No grouting needed. All materials are provided. Feel free to bring small items to include. Tools suggested: glass wheeled nippers & tweezers.Contact Delcia Litt, mtntopsg1@gmail.com
Find out more »April 2019
Watercolor Techniques: Apr 1, 8, 15, 22
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 »Intro to Soft Pastel Painting: Apr 3
This class is designed for adults and teens and meets on a Wednesday. There is a materials fee of $10 payable to the instructor on the day of class. Designed for the absolute beginner. We will discuss materials (papers and boards, pastel brands and types), style (abstract, realism), basic techniques (how to use the pastel stick) and basic process (how to create a simple painting). Each participant will complete a small (up to 8 x 10) technique sample work using…
Find out more »Wednesday Building Blocks to Painting in Oils and Acrylics: Apr 3, 10, 17, 24
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 »Nature Drawing: Watercolor Pencil Flowers: Apr 3,10,17,24
This class is for adults and teens and meets on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:00pm. There is a materials fee of $15 payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Join artist and teacher April Christenson to explore the many options and techniques that watercolor pencils offer. You can be a beginner or experienced artist to enjoy this class! Bring a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook, #2 pencil. We will discuss other specific supplies and try out watercolor pencils at the…
Find out more »Loosen Up Your Painting: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25
This adult class meets on Thursdays and is for intermediate and above levels and most painting media. It is designed to help artists approach their painting in a loose and intuitive way. 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 »Kids Art: Oodles of Doodles: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25
$20 materials fee to be paid to the instructor. An ongoing, fun kid’s art class, OODLES is being offered again for the winter and spring! We explore many mediums and make beautiful and creative works of art. Join us for our new, fun, winter and spring projects and surprise visits from our faculty artists! We always serve a small snack for those hungry kids. Please contact Debra for specifics. Contact: Debra Bond, dbondo@comcast.net
Find out more »Mosaic Leaves: Apr 5
This class meets on a Friday and is designed for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Come learn how to make a simple 4”x4” mosaic leaf design of your own creative inspiration. No grouting needed. All materials are provided. Feel free to bring small items to include. Tools suggested: glass wheeled nippers & tweezers.Contact Delcia Litt, mtntopsg1@gmail.com
Find out more »Soft Pastel Painting 101: Apr 10,17,24,May 1
This class is designed for adults and teens and meets on Wednesdays. There is a materials fee of $10 payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Class size will be limited to 8 to ensure sufficient individual support. 4 class sessions building on each other. Each class will begin with a demo of a specific technique or subject. Designed for those who have taken my intro class or have some knowledge of materials and basic techniques. We…
Find out more »Batik on Rice Paper-Apr 13
Saturdays from 9:30 to 12:00 pm. This class will meet at Donnas home studio. Please contact her for directions. Learn the art of watercolor batik on rice paper using simple techniques to transfer your images or the ones provided to complete a piece of art. Color, design, ink and the use of wax are a vital part of this technique. The goals for this class are to have fun, learn this technique, and complete a piece of art. Handouts are…
Find out more »Make Glass Pendants-Apr 13
Materials Fee $20 paid to the instructor. Come play with glass and make two pendants out of precut colored and dichroic glass. Use my “no fail” ideas or use your own, unique designs. We’ll discuss the fusing process and the unique properties of dichroic glass; there will be plenty of time to experiment. The pieces will be fired at instructor’s house, and you will be contacted when ready for pickup at pARTiculars. Contact: joyweinstein@gmail.com
Find out more »Felt 3D Bird Workshop: Apr 13
This class is designed for all ages: kids 8 and up, teens, families, and adults. There is a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Class meets on a Saturday and is limited to a class size of 8. Learn how to make a detailed 3D bird using needle and wet felting techniques. Sculpting, attaching, and creating embellishments will be demonstrated to enhance your bird design. Each student will make one bird during the workshop…
Find out more »Wet Felting Flowers: Apr 16
This class is designed for adults and teens and meets on a Tuesday. There is a materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. No experience required. Each participant will complete at least one flower of their chosen color scheme during the workshop (up to 3). Lots of hands-on assistance and direction will be provided. Not suitable for anyone allergic to wool. (The flowers will be wet at end of class.)Contact: bolderfelt@gmail.com 720-900-6077
Find out more »Mosaic Leaves: Apr 19
This class meets on a Friday and is designed for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 and up. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Come learn how to make a simple 4”x4” mosaic leaf design of your own creative inspiration. No grouting needed. All materials are provided. Feel free to bring small items to include. Tools suggested: glass wheeled nippers & tweezers.Contact Delcia Litt, mtntopsg1@gmail.com
Find out more »Hands On Intro to Digital Photography-Apr 20
This class meets on a Saturday and is designed for teens and adults. There is a 5 participant minimum for this class to run. Learn the basics of using a digital camera at home, at work, or traveling, whether you have a point-and-shoot with some features or a fancy new DSLR. This intimate, laid-back, and non-competitive class will teach you how to use your new camera – or make better use of your existing camera’s features. With a mixture of…
Find out more »Drawing What You See and Beyond-Apr 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
$15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor. Class meets on Tuesdays. If you can sign your name, you can draw, but you must learn how just like anything else. Basic drawing is the stepping stone to a better painting; seeing differently is the key to a great drawing. Give your drawings and paintings more depth, better perspective, and master the secret of lights, darks, and shadows. Bring a soft pencil (#2) and a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook to…
Find out more »Colored Pencils Drawing Studio:Apr 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21
Material fee of $15 to be paid to the insructor. Join this weekly Tuesday group to learn the magic of drawing with colored pencils, using Prismacolor or comparable pencils. Learn to match, blend and layer colors to create a drawing of your own choosing. Bring a set of 24 Prismacolor pencils (do not get the Scholar Prismacolor), a strathmore "colored pencil" sketchbook 9"x12"; or a regular spiral bound sketchbook will also work. If you are a continuing student bring the…
Find out more »June 2019
Oodles of Art Camp-Ages 6-9, June 17-21
Camp runs from June 17-21 from 9am-noon. There is $25 supply fee to be paid to the instructors on the first day of camp. What would your child like to be? Whether you are raising a designer, a surgeon, or a mathmatician, the benefits of participatin in art, and stretching the creative mind can last a lifetime. Taught by professional artists, we present projects that are not only fun, but help in developing dexterity and confidence while stimulating creativity. Your…
Find out more »Oodles of Art Camp-Ages 10-14, June 17-21
Camp runs from June 17-21 from 1-4pm. There is $25 supply fee to be paid to the instructors on the first day of camp. What would your child like to be? Whether you are raising a designer, a surgeon, or a mathmatician, the benefits of participatin in art, and stretching the creative mind can last a lifetime. Taught by professional artists, we present projects that are not only fun, but help in developing dexterity and confidence while stimulating creativity. Your…
Find out more »Fairy Art Camp-Ages 6-12, June 24-27
Camp runs from June 24-27 from 9am-noon. There is $25 supply fee to be paid to the instructors on the first day of camp. Ever wonder how you can become a fairy? Come to a creative, inspirational camp based on the magic of make believe. Create wonderful treasures, art and accessories that can be used with a fairy costume, for a fairy party, or just for make believe. Contact Jeanne Hougen at jhougen@comcast.net for more information
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Oodles of Art Camp-Ages 6-9, July 15-19
Camp runs from July 15-19 from 9am-noon. There is $25 supply fee to be paid to the instructors on the first day of camp. What would your child like to be? Whether you are raising a designer, a surgeon, or a mathmatician, the benefits of participatin in art, and stretching the creative mind can last a lifetime. Taught by professional artists, we present projects that are not only fun, but help in developing dexterity and confidence while stimulating creativity. Your…
Find out more »Oodles of Art Camp-Ages 10-14, July 15-19
Camp runs from July 15-19 from 1-4pm. There is $25 supply fee to be paid to the instructors on the first day of camp. What would your child like to be? Whether you are raising a designer, a surgeon, or a mathmatician, the benefits of participatin in art, and stretching the creative mind can last a lifetime. Taught by professional artists, we present projects that are not only fun, but help in developing dexterity and confidence while stimulating creativity. Your…
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