Explore portrait-making through various media and techniques including drawing, painting, sculpting, printmaking, and collage. Create traditional self-portraits as well as expressive interpretations of the self. Other subjects will include family portraits, friend or classmate portraits, and caricatures of famous people.

An introduction to the basics of drawing with graphite and Prismacolor colored pencils. The class will focus on the fundamental principles of drawing with an emphasis on cultivating a range of lines, textures, values, and the application of color theory to create dimension. This course will build on observational drawing skills while allowing space for creative growth. Students who have previously taken Drawing Basics classes are encouraged to enroll to further their knowledge.

This class will introduce students to acrylic painting basics and materials. Students will learn acrylic mixing strategies, color theory, and various approaches to painting, including blending and glazing. Modeling form, rendering space, and studying masterworks will be the focus of this class. This class is suitable for any experience level. All supplies included in the cost of the class. Students may repeatedly take the course to continually advance their development.

Explore artistic expression through drawing and painting. Concentrating on developing creativity and exploring techniques with a variety of art media, the young artist will discover ways in which they can interact with the artistic world through observation and creative problem-solving.

Designed for experienced students wanting to improve their drawing skills in a fun and creative environment! Develop creative abilities through various drawing experiences with a variety of media. Build on observational drawing skills while growing creatively. New techniques help the student to experiment and observe the world through different perspectives.

This class is for students who have taken at least two Creative Aging Painting classes or have previous acrylic painting experience prior to registering. Explore Abstract and Abstract Expressionist Painting. Students will learn to use acrylics in conjunction with a variety of tools including palette knives and bubble wrap. Experiment with new acrylic mediums like fiber paste, pumice gel, crackle paste, and glass bead medium to create dimensional textures. Students may repeatedly take the course to continually advance their development.

This mixed-media art class is open to all students seeking sensory input/output, accessible tools, and an inclusive experience. Join us to explore and create artwork using a variety of fun techniques in a friendly and supportive environment.

This class will introduce students to acrylic painting basics and materials. Students will learn acrylic mixing strategies, color theory, and various approaches to painting, including blending and glazing. Modeling form, rendering space, and studying masterworks will be the focus of this class. This class is suitable for any experience level. All supplies included in the cost of the class. Students may repeatedly take the course to continually advance their development.