Embrace the dramatic cloud-filled skies that winter brings in this classical realism course led by Lin Luciano Fiore. Learn techniques for dramatic sky painting, including loose application and softly drifting, back-lit clouds with impressionistic simplicity. Gain a deep understanding of the tenants of oil painting by following the process of blocking in and establishing a light source from start to finish.
Intermediate Level Classic Oil Painting is designed for students who have completed one or more classes with instructor Lin Luciano Fiore. Students receive 4 new paint colors and canvas. Learn advanced techniques to take your Impressionistic painting skills to a new level of Realism.
Create and wear a silver pendant with a cabochon stone setting. This series teaches design basics, metalsmithing techniques (soldering, cutting, bezel setting), jewelers techniques (hot/cold connections, sawing, forming, stone setting). If you have taken this class before, make a companion piece to match. All skill levels are welcome. Ages 18+.
Handbuild whimsical fungi and spruce up your spring fairy garden decor or meditation space. Although impermanent, mushrooms are life-giving and part of an invisible network of growth and biodiversity. Discover the wonder of nature while sculpting with natural clay. Ages 18+. Registration includes clay and tools.
Handcraft a hanging textile using upcycled fabric scraps and natural fibers to bring texture, color, and artistic personality into your workspace or home. Learn about traditional loom techniques, pattern and color rhythm, balance, and finishing through an easy approach that builds confidence with the hands. Ages 18+. Registration includes materials and inspiration.
Develop a new appreciation for quieting the mind and training the eye to frame objects into meaningful compositions. Drawing from life serves as the foundation for other art mediums. This drawing series focuses on personalizing your still life objects, playing with size to construct a tiny composition, drawing in the dark to better understand value, light and shadow, and expressive linework with unique mark-making tools. Ages 18+. Registration includes drawing tools, paper, and sketchbooks.
Delve into handbuilding small clay vessels and creatures imbued with a mysterious twist of magic, nature, and mischief. Warm up to imaginative figurative sculpture that conveys storytelling through emotions and technical skill. Ages 18+. Registration includes clay and tools.
Learn the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create a pair of stained glass Springtime animals. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited to six students. Ages 18+.