Learn how to paint landscapes with pastels in the Alla Prima style. Techniques for approaching landscape painting will be explored. Workshops will be structured around the drawing, painting and development of expressive techniques of landscape art. Advance your skills in painting the Landscape with expressive, and loose styles. Gain ideas on color and composition to express your vision. May 14 through June 25 (no class on June 18) Instructed by Cliff Austin Ages 16 and older

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

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.  May 15 through June 19 Instructed by Aimee Deneweth Ages 16 and older

Begin or develop your drawing skills through learning proper techniques. Workshop 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. May 15 through June 19 Instructed by Rick Brogan Ages 16 and older

Begin your own sketchbook journal in this class! Your creative journey starts here inside the pages of a sketchbook that goes where you go. Learn to sketch loosely and watercolor expressively as you slow down to see the beauty in that moment. This six-week series takes a relaxing and encouraging approach to sketching. The first class will begin indoors talking about sketching and painting techniques, and then transition outside in pleasant weather for fresh air and inspirational views. You’ll learn how to capture subjects and add captions to make unique pages in your sketchbook journal. Renee will start each class with a demo followed by time to work on your pages. A still life and/or photographs will be provided (you are welcome to bring your own as well). May 16 through June 20 Instructed by Renée Reese Ages 16 and older

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. May 16 through June 20 Instructed by Michael Dowling 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. May 17 through June 21 Instructed by Rick Brogan Ages 16 and older

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

Preschoolers will learn how to make puffy paint! Each preschooler will be assigned a color of the rainbow to make and then as a group they will share the puffy paints to create a puffy paint rainbow. Pee Wee Art is a fun hands-on art program that introduces preschoolers to the arts and allows for parents to assist with their child’s creative process. At each program your little artist will be introduced to a new art medium (drawing, painting, sculpture and more) that they will use to create their own work of art. Ages 3 to 5 years old Child must be accompanied by a parent and/or care giver ages 13 and older

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

The Curtis Center for the Arts is proud to host the 15th Annual Mile High Pastel Exhibition. This is a juried exhibit featuring pastel artists from across the country. Nationally known artist Barbara Jaenicke will serve as this years juror. Primarily a landscape painter, Barbara has the distinction of Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America and has shown her work across the country.

The Police Department hosts its Summer Youth Academy for local area students between 14 and 18 years of age. The purpose of the Youth Academy is to provide a variety of presentations on the operations of the police department and to share this information with the youth of the community that we serve. There is no cost to attend! DEADLINE MAY 30, 2019