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Art Courses - Painting

WatercolorWatercolor with Lectures Based on the Teachings of Kaji Aso
After a general introduction to the pure and transparent characteristics of watercolor we will begin to seek the true essence of nature, such as sunlight, cold moon, smell of mud. This course will challenge students to discover some new aspects of the medium. No previous training necessary.
Tuesday 7-9:30 p.m.
Fee $325/semester or $180/half semester
Instructors: Katie Sloss/Kate Finnegan


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Pastel Class

"Dawn" pastel by Jeanne Gugino

Pastel became fashionable in the late 1600's. Degas experimented with the medium well into his old age. Still life will be available in order to “experiment”. We will discuss artists, their works and materials; papers, supports, techniques, the use of color approaches and fixatives. This course is for anyone who enjoys drawing and painting with color. Supply list will be provided.
Monday 7-9 p.m.
Fee $285/semester or $155/half semester
Instructor: Jeanne Gugino

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watercolor painting seriesWatercolor
Subjects include still life, landscape and our imagination. We will learn about layering the colors to create dimension through the translucency of watercolor. Sketching and drawing will also be taught and encouraged as a base study for artistic vision. Feel free to bring in works for critique. All levels welcome.

Fee $315/semester or $170/half semester
Also available: $100/four classes or $30/single class


Instructors :
Katie Sloss Tuesday morning 9:30 to 12pm
Kate Finnegan/Katie Sloss Tuesday evening 7:00 – 9:30 pm
Gary Tucker Thursday evening 7:00 – 9:30 pm
Gary Tucker Saturday morning 10:30 to 1 pm

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Acrylic Painting

 

"Cosmos Roll" Katie SlossWe work from still life, landscape and our imagination searching for a new understanding of element, value, dimension, and unity and their role in the unified space we call painting. All levels are welcome.
Monday 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Fee: $315 /semester or $170 / for half semester
Instructor : Katie Sloss

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New Basic Drawing

"Red Cyclomen" pastel by Jeanne Gugino

This is a great class for those looking for a sound introduction to sketching and drawing. It is also a class for those who are looking to brush up their drawing skills or looking to prepare themselves for a painting class. Projects include working from still life, landscape , and a live model.
We will be working with pencil and pen, as well as charcoal and conte.
You can download a supply list here.
Monday 7-9 p.m.
Fee $285/semester or $170/ 8 weeks
$100 per 4 classes or $30 per class
Instructor: Gary Tucker - website

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Life Drawing

 

"Sara in morning light" by Gary TuckerWhether you draw at a beginning, intermediate, or advanced level, further develop your skills in an open studio setting. All students are encouraged to work in a variety of media.

Wednesday 7-9:30 p.m. (2 1/2 hour pose)
Fee: $10/ class
Instructor : Available

 

 

"Olmstead Pond" watercolor by Gary TuckerLandscape Painting / Watercolor
This is a course open to all levels of painters. Join our group in painting at some of Boston's most beautiful locations along the "Emerald Necklace". Locations include "The muddy River, the Fenway, Jamaica Pond, the Arboretum, and the Public Gardens (located in proximity to the T)

Saturday 10:30am - 1 pm
June 7 - July 28
Fall session will continue September 6 - October 25 2008
Fee: $100 for 4 sessions / $180 for 8
Instructor : Gary Tucker

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