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Learn how to draw accurate perspective, translating what you see in real life into drawings. The class will begin with the fundamentals of drawing techniques, including the use of materials and exploration of line and composition, then move onto the accurate depiction of basic forms, and one, two and three-point perspective. Wednesdays, November 1 through December 13 Instructed by Julia Rymer

Paintings of cityscapes offer a glimpse of our world. Cityscapes have become very popular in the 21st century as they show the grit and bustle of urban life. They depict manmade features such as architecture, bridges, cars, and often they include the interactions of humans in the scene. Studying cityscapes allows for an exploration of perspective, the illusion of space, and gestures in moving figures. In this class, explore and learn how to paint your own cityscape paintings. Bring in your own photos, and let us explore by composing urbanscape paintings that speak to the times and surroundings we live in. Thursdays, November 2 through December 14 Instructed by Elizabeth Rouland

Learn the basics of painting landscapes in acrylics. Improve your existing painting skills with this hybrid medium. This class is designed for those who are beginner painters wanting to learn and or improve their skills in this flexible and exciting painting medium. Students will learn about the materials and techniques that work best for painting landscapes and other subjects. Come and have fun with acrylics and improve your artistic skills! Thursdays, November 2 through December 14 Instructed by Cliff Austin

Watercolor sketching is a fun way to create quick and loose drawings that can be used for a more complete painting later. Sketching with watercolor and gouache is great practice and perfect for the “on-the-go” artist. In this class learn the basics of watercolor and gouache sketching that applies to painting landscapes. Throughout the class students will learn about the materials and techniques that work best for painting landscapes and other objects. Come and have fun sketching your favorite landscapes and vacation spots. Mondays, November 6 through December 18 Instructed by Cliff Austin

In this class, students will learn about creating mixed media art and how to use it to create a mixed media leaf masterpiece! We will use a variety of materials like acrylic paint, watercolor and oil pastels to create art either on the leaves or using the leaves. We will then assemble our leaves to create an amazing artistic leaf pile! Instructed by Katie Trapp Ages 6 to 12 After School Art Studio - Come to the Curtis Center after school to let out your inner artist! At our After School Art Studio, we will be making a new work of art at each program. We will be painting, collaging, having fun with mixed media and other mediums and techniques to create unique works of art. Join us for one studio class or all of them!

The Curtis Center for the Arts invites those of all artistic levels to come and learn or continue at their level of expertise with ceramic handbuilding. All the basics will be reviewed as we work with slabs, coils, pinching, slumping, reliefs, and carving. Students will also learn glazing and cold finishing to complete their projects. Mondays, November 6 through December 18 Instructed by Maggie Stewart

Get out and sharpen your colored pencils and learn how to draw and color with them! Colored pencils may be related to kids but over recent years they have been popular among artists and adults. In this class students will learn some simple and fun techniques through a series of exercises that they can utilize and apply to their own drawings. Come and color with us! Tuesdays, November 7 through December 12 Instructed by Behnaz Ahmadian

This is the perfect opportunity for you as an artist to learn how to sketch and paint your own abstract landscape. This course is a combination of Christian Dore’s popular sketching and painting classes. In these classes students will learn how to simplify and breakdown a landscape scene or form to make their own unique work of art. The first section of the class will cover the process of sketching a landscape and the second section will allow students to apply their sketches to a painting. The final product will be a one-of-a-kind abstract landscape painting made and created entirely by the student’s own creativity and artistic skills. Tuesdays, November 7 through December 12 Instructed by Christian Dore

We are going to spend a fun afternoon painting these two cute forest friends! Students will get to select their own color palette and we will be focusing on brushwork and color mixing as we paint this friendly pair on a wood canvas. Instructed by Lauren Brant Ages 6 to 12 After School Art Studio - Come to the Curtis Center after school to let out your inner artist! At our After School Art Studio, we will be making a new work of art at each program. We will be painting, collaging, having fun with mixed media and other mediums and techniques to create unique works of art. Join us for one studio class or all of them!

Come and get messy painting pumpkins! We will be painting two pumpkins and then doing an acrylic pour over them to make them colorful and festive. These will be the perfect table centerpieces for Thanksgiving! Pee Wee Art - It is never too early to introduce your child to the arts. Pee Wee Art is a fun hands-on art program that introduces preschoolers and younger artists to the arts and allows parents to assist with their child’s creative process. At each program, your little artist will be introduced to a new art medium and technique (drawing, painting, sculpture and more) that they will use to create their own works of art. Instructed by Lauren Brant Ages 3 to 6 with parent

Happy Thanksgiving! Students will be painting their very own wood turkey decoration that they will be able to hang on a wall or door to be a decorative piece for this year’s holiday gathering. Students will have a fun time painting and designing each feather of their turkey a different color. Each turkey will be truly unique, and we will add a bow and hanger so that they are all ready to be on display. Instructed by Lauren Brant Ages 6 to 12 After School Art Studio - Come to the Curtis Center after school to let out your inner artist! At our After School Art Studio, we will be making a new work of art at each program. We will be painting, collaging, having fun with mixed media and other mediums and techniques to create unique works of art. Join us for one studio class or all of them!

We are going to create a colorful work of art featuring our beloved pets! Students will learn how to transfer the image of their pet onto watercolor paper. We are going to divide our image into sections and then paint it in with watercolors while working with cool and warm colors. This colorful portrait of your pet will make for a great holiday gift! Instructed by Lauren Brant Ages 6 to 12 After School Art Studio - Come to the Curtis Center after school to let out your inner artist! At our After School Art Studio, we will be making a new work of art at each program. We will be painting, collaging, having fun with mixed media and other mediums and techniques to create unique works of art. Join us for one studio class or all of them!