Encaustics is the art of painting with hot beeswax, resin and pigments. In this class teens will learn many techniques including ghosting, layering, collage, carving and transferring images. Materials will be provided, and students are encouraged to bring in images, interesting paper, or writing to add to their encaustic piece. Mondays, November 4 through December 2 No class on November 11 due to Veteran’s Day Instructed by Maggie Stewart Ages 12 to 16

Discover the beautiful world of Nuno felting, the art of felting wool into silk. Students will dye their own wool and silk and felt them together. Nuno felting can be lace like or structural! This is a beautiful technique and a unique way to add color and texture to your wardrobe or your sewing projects! Mondays, November 4 through December 16 No class on November 11 due to Veteran’s Day and November 25 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Maggie Stewart Ages 16 and older

This class will welcome beginning and practicing students to explore the materials and methods of painting the still life from both observation and photographic reference. Emphasis will be given to the selection and use of materials, measuring for proportion, mixing, color vocabulary, defining light and shadow and planning for effective composition. Tuesdays, November 5 through December 17 No class on November 26 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by David Lukens Ages 16 and older

This show will feature works by art instructors at the Curtis Center for the Arts. This exhibit will also display smaller works by the artists that are priced for the holidays.

Preschoolers will be painting an adorable ceramic turkey sculpture with Arts on Fire. Finished pieces will be taken to the Arts on Fire studio and fired and returned before Thanksgiving. Staff will contact parents when pieces are finished. Ages 3 to 5 years old Child must be accompanied by a parent and/or care giver ages 13 and older

Explore color and mixed media in this fun class! This is a five-week, process-oriented class in which participants are shown drawing, watermedia painting, and collage techniques, and encouraged to experiment with the materials and express themselves freely. Participants will also explore color mixing, color effects and interaction, and the connection between color and emotion. Days and Dates: Thursdays, November 7 through December 12 No class on November 28 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Julia Rymer Ages 11 to 16

Join artist Christian Dore as he explains and shows his artistic journey through each stage of designing and creating an abstract landscape painting from start to finish. In this class students will paint their own memorable abstract portrayals of a landscape while meshing animals and forms of nature into their own distinctive work of art. Thursdays, November 7 through December 12 No class on November 28 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Christian Dore Ages 16 and older

This show will feature works by art instructors at the Curtis Center for the Arts. This exhibit will also display smaller works by the artists that are priced for the holidays.

Learn how to draw the human figure from a live model using various techniques and artistic approaches. The purpose of this workshop is to help students obtain the basic skill of drawing the human form, including anatomy, observation of the human form and fundamental exercises in gesture, contour, outline and tonal modeling. Tuesdays, November 12 through December 17 No class on November 26 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Michael Dowling Ages 18 and older

Go beyond the basics of acrylics and learn watercolor, gouache (opaque watercolor) and expanded acrylic techniques. Explore watercolor washes and staining, layering paint, mixed media, impasto, glazing, gel transfers and collage, paint pouring, and integrating drawing materials into your work. Each class will focus on new techniques, building upon one another over the course. You will come away with new ways to approach the painting process and your artistic practice. Tuesdays, November 12 through December 17 No class on November 26 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Julia Rymer Ages 16 and older

Whether you’re a beginner, a little rusty or a seasoned painter this ongoing class will help you paint a variety of subjects.  You’ll learn more about simplifying and “loosening up” as well as values and brushwork. Achieve better color harmony and discover some luminous layering techniques.  Class includes “small study” exercises to help grow your art skills quickly. Along the way, Aimee offers demos, individual assistance, material and supply tips. Advanced painters may work independently.  November 13 through December 18 No class on November 27 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Aimee Deneweth Ages 16 and older

Begin or develop your drawing skills through learning proper techniques. Class focuses on contour and implied drawing as well as perspective and proportion drawing and how to apply value to your drawings. Through demonstrations, one-on-one instruction and hands-on exercises students will gain confidence in their skills by drawing still life, figures, nature, interiors and cityscapes using charcoal and graphite. Wednesdays, November 13 through December 18 No class on November 27 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Rick Brogan Ages 16 and older

You’ve been exploring watercolor this year, painting on paper and in sketchbooks and loving it! But you’re ready to show and share your work with family and friends. This class will explore paths to getting your art out there for people to enjoy and see it. Thursdays, November 14 through December 19 No class on November 28 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Renee Reese Ages 16 and older

This class focuses on the visual elements of art and will challenge students to push their artistic skills to the next level. Think of this as a “cross fit” art class. Each week the instructor will present one of the visual elements of art and he will explain how it is used in creating a work of art. Students will work on an exercise based on that visual element and they will receive one-on-one help from the instructor. From these exercises students will be able to apply these visual elements to their own “master” works of art. Thursdays, November 14 through December 19 No class on November 28 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Kevin Weckbach Ages 18 and older

This is a class designed for students who want to learn the art of watercolor painting. Basic artistic concepts pertaining to the medium will be covered, such as transparency, composition, basic color theory, and value. A fundamental, hands-on working knowledge of the medium and equipment will be addressed. Emphasis will be on problem-solving, skill building, and for students to develop their own personal style. Specific techniques will be addressed to help students make decisions and work through and complete their own paintings. November 15 through December 20 No class on November 29 due to Thanksgiving Instructed by Rick Brogan Ages 16 and older

This show will feature works by art instructors at the Curtis Center for the Arts. This exhibit will also display smaller works by the artists that are priced for the holidays.

This show will feature works by art instructors at the Curtis Center for the Arts. This exhibit will also display smaller works by the artists that are priced for the holidays.

Create incredible expressive sculptures out of books! In this workshop we will deconstruct books and create our own dimensional art. Students will learn how to create secret boxes, pull outs and pop ups! We will also experiment with folding techniques, collage, embossing metal and found objects. Books will be provided, and students are welcome to bring their own books to use. Instructed by Maggie Stewart Ages 16 and older

This show will feature works by art instructors at the Curtis Center for the Arts. This exhibit will also display smaller works by the artists that are priced for the holidays.