Class Name & Number
Class Description

Instructor

Dates
Days & Times

Tuition & Fees

AMAZING ACRYLICS #21


This class offers participants the opportunity to explore painting  using the versatile medium of acrylics.  No experience necessary for joining in.  I start with a simple approach to learning the basics of painting.  Advanced painters will work on expanding their approach to painting  using these important foundational elements.  Bring to class a work you are currently painting on or start  fresh with a blank canvas.  Use your own choice of painting reference, photos or    drawings.  Please e-mail me directly at — studio@kimensch.com  with any questions.  I have a supply list available that I will e-mail upon request.


Kim Ensch


Wednesday

April 18-May 30

9:30am—12:30pm


Members $110

Non-members $130


AMAZING ACRYLICS #21B


For description see #21.

Kim Ensch


Monday

April 30-May 21

6 pm—9 pm


Members $65

Non-members $85


THE YEAR OF THE DRAGON AND OTHER FANTASIES #42


Using watercolor wash techniques and textures, splatters and stamping, we will create a fairy-tale setting for the habitants of our tale.  We will create a visual narrative of our character(s) be they fairy, elf or creature.  Legends and myths, or your own story is welcome.  Tree top or ocean, rabbit holes or floorboards, explore your past and your favorite     bed-time stories and bring them to canvas.  Mixed media, and collage are welcome.  Janis Madias janiyola@aol.com.  Come with your own supplies and paper.


Janis Madias


Thursday

April 19-May 24

9 am—12pm


Members $95

Non-members $115


BASIC DRAWING FOR ADULTS #30


Do You have the desire to draw or improve your drawing skills?  Then this practical and fun course is for you.  We will cover fundamental skills and basic media in a nurturing environment.  Sign up and explore the wonderful world of drawing.  You will need a soft pencil, and white drawing paper/sketch book for the first class.  Complete supply list will be made available at the first class.  

Larry Sekulich


Tuesday

Mar 13-Apr 17

6:30 pm—8:30 pm

Members $65

Non-members $85


WATER COLOR—A NEW CHALLENGE #100


Edee is offering a new  challenge for painters who want to expand their experience and skills, to become "all they can be"!  Students will create paintings with a palette of white to black or palest browns to the deepest brown hues.  Contrast of values will define the forms.  This experience is an important opportunity for new students as well as for master level painters in the class. Paintings done in these palettes are beautiful!  In achieving this goal we will mix 9 greys and 12 beautiful browns from Edee's color system. Edee will bring some objects and ideas to the first class and encourage students to do the same.  Colored reference pictures will be changed to black and white or sepia.  140# or 300#cold pressed paper is suggested or gessoed 140# paper.  Supply list on www.vaalart.org or mail upon request..


Edee Joppich


Monday

Mar 12-Apr 23

10:00 am—2:00 pm

Members $120

Non-members $140


WATER COLOR—A NEW CHALLENGE #101


For description see #100.

Edee Joppich


Monday

Mar 12-Apr 23

7:00 pm—10:00 pm

Members $110

Non-members $130


WATER COLOR—A NEW CHALLENGE #102


For description see #100.

Edee Joppich


Tuesday

Mar 13-Apr 24

10:00 am—2:00 pm

Members $120

Non-members $140


PAINTERLY PRINTS #74


We will explore 3 different processes with  water-soluble inks for monotypes.  Starting with watercolor monotypes, then moving onto textured and ghost prints using monotype inks, and finishing with reductive process prints and chine colle (collage incorporated in the printing process).  All processes use the printing press.  Laura will provide one plate, sheet of print paper, brayers, inks, newsprint and "other stuff".  For the first week you will need watercolor brushes and palette.  Laura will bring watercolors, etc. to share if you do not have them.  There will be a $10 material fee.


Laura Whitesides Host


Tuesday

April 24-May 29

6:30 pm-9:30 pm

Members $95

Non-members $115

CREATE WITH AUDREY—ALL MEDIA #62



Whether you choose collage, pastel, watercolor, acrylic or oils, Audrey knows them all!  Her philosophy is that in this “mixed” class, we’ll learn from each other as well as from her valuable experience.  Come get creative!


Audrey DiMarco Terry

Thursday

April 12-May 24

12:30 pm—3:30 pm

Members $110

Non-members $130

COMPOSITION AND THE ENERGY OF SPACE #90


Art is just organized energy.  Make best use of this energy by studying the masters secrets in compositions.  The book "Using Art and Visual Perception" by Rudolf Arnheim is one of Bill's  references.  All levels  and media welcomed.  Supply list available on www.vaalart.org or mail by request.


W. G. Patrick


Wednesday

Mar 21—Apr 25

6:30 pm—9:30 pm



Members $95

Non-members $115

CREATIVE PAINTING—ALL MEDIA  #200

Choose your medium and get ready to do some creative painting in watercolor or oil (unscented solvents for oil please).  Numerous techniques will be introduced and individual exploration and development are encouraged.  Classes include lectures, demonstrations and critiques.  Setups are provided or paint from your sketches and photographs.  Marj will provide expert guidance for each student at any level.                       


Marj Chellstorp


Wednesday

Mar 7-April 18

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm


Members $110

Non-members $130

CREATIVE PAINTING—ALL MEDIA  #200B


For Description see #200.                       


Marj Chellstorp


Wednesday

May 2-May 30

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm


Members $80

Non-members $100

PORTRAITS WITH LIN—ALL MEDIA #52


Learn to achieve a likeness with portrait artist, Lin Baum.  Lin will help you to develop your eye, your talent, and your creativity in rendering a portrait from life using your chosen medium.



Lin Baum


Wednesday

Mar 7-April 11

9:30 am—12:30 pm


Members $95

Non-members $115

Separate check for $30 model fee due at registration.

PORTRAITS WITH LIN—ALL MEDIA #52B


For Description see #52.                       


Lin Baum


Tuesday

May 1—June 5

1 pm—4 pm


Members $95

Non-members $115

Separate check for $30 model fee due at registration.

Open Studio


MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS WELCOME!                        

The classroom will be open for VAAL artists to paint in the company of other artists.  You will be able to share ideas and critique each other’s work.  A board member will open-up, lock-up and collect $5.00 per session.  The printing press will be available for supervised use.       Drop in on any of the above dates  - you do not need to register.


None

Thursdays

Mar 15—Apr 5

12p m to 4:0 0pm


Mondays

Apr 30—May 21

12 pm to 4:00 pm

$5.00  per session


Class Descriptions & Schedules - Spring 2012

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Class Name & Number
Class Description

Instructor

Dates
Days & Times

Tuition & Fees

SURREALISM IN PAINTING -TAPPING THE SUBCONSCIOUS #95


This two day workshop will include studio work as well as a discussion on "Origins and Techniques of the Surrealistic Movement".  Students will be taught techniques with drawing , montage and painting.  This workshop will allow you to tap into your inner-resources and make your creative tool box larger.  Supply list on www.vaalart.org or mail upon request.


W. G. Patrick


W. G. Patrick

Mar 16 & Mar 17

10:00 am—3:00 pm


Members $85

Non-members $105

FLOWERS THAT BLOOM IN THE SPRING FREE UP WITH WET ON WET #157

Join in our annual celebration of Spring.  Edee will demonstrate many techniques to create lost and found edges, negative shapes, patterns with spatter, resists, lace, leaves and more.  This workshop is a spring tradition for many VAAL painters who take it year after year to loosen up and create beautiful art!  Sign up  early.  Beginners to advanced students welcome.  Supply list on  www.vaalart.org  or mail upon request.


Edee Joppich


Fri. Sat. Sun.


Apr 13 & Apr 14

9:30 am—3:00 pm


Apr 15

12:00 noon—3:00 pm


Members $125

Non-members $145

PASTELS WITH JIM #855


Welcome to the amazing world of soft pastels.  VAAL is privileged to welcome world renowned pastel artist Jim Markle back again.  Jim will explore various methods to approach painting in pastels; such as under painting, composition, design, color and value.  Check out his website: jimmarkle.com.

Jim Markel

Fri. and Sat.

May 4—May 5

10:00 am—3:30 pm

Members $145

Non-members $165

PAINTING ABSTRACT IN WATERCOLOR #276


In this workshop we will explore how to create an abstract painting.  You may want to begin by simplifying a composition from one of your existing paintings or work completely non-objective by arranging some elements and principals of design.  Bring your watercolor paints and papers including a sheet of hot press paper, wax paper, and any stamping devices if you have them.  Bring a board to      support your painting or if you can, stretch and mount a piece of hot press watercolor paper to a board.

Marg Chellstorp

Fri. and Sat.

May 18 & 19

10:00 am—2:00 pm


Members $75

Non-members $95

TISSUE PULL PAINTINGS AND MORE #189


Edee will demonstrate her original technique of pulling up tissue paper "prints" from paint on her palette.  Students may choose to develop traditional impressionistic paintings on these colorful backgrounds or they can be combined with other elements to create exciting collage paintings. Learn how to make a new painting in the style of Claude Monet or Robert Rauchenberg!  Supply list on www.vaalart.org or mail upon request.


Edee Joppich


Fri. Sat. Sun.


Mar 30 & Mar 31

9:30 am—3:00 pm


Apr 1

12:00 noon—3:00 pm


Members $125

Non-members $145

Workshop Descriptions & Schedules - Spring 2012

Classes and workshops held at our new location

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