VIRTUAL WORKSHOP - Watercolor Unleashed: Painting from Photos with Julie Gilbert Pollard

The focus of this class will be to combine the "reality" of the landscape as seen by the camera with the passion brought to it from memory and imagination. By concentrating on shape and value as the most important of the building blocks of painting, students will use “color-as-value” to stimulate an emotional response from the viewer. Students will learn to use unexpected color combinations in unpredictable ways to convey how they see AND feel about the world. Technique will be studied also, as a necessary component to the "big picture" of landscape painting.

A photo will be provided for students to use for the first class study. Bring reference material for the following class. There will be demonstrations of techniques suitable for the subject matter, exercises, critique and lots of painting time. All levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Class time will be structured, yet open enough to accommodate the artistic spirit within us all. The only prerequisite is an attitude of joy in the act of painting!

All Levels | Tuesdays 1:00 - 4:00 pm | August 23 & 30, 2022  | 2 sessions |  $70

Acrylic Pour with Bela Fidel

In this workshop, students will learn that acrylic is a versatile medium which lends itself to surprising effects. Acrylic Pour and the various techniques used with this medium are conducive to creating exciting, beautiful surprises. There will be a focus on the "dirty pour" technique which allows for tons of fun and happy accidents! Come have fun!

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

All Levels Encouraged

Thursday, September 1, 2022 |  1 pm - 4 pm | $60, plus $30 materials fee

CERAMICS & IKEBANA  with Ping Wei

Fridays | September 9,16 &23, 2022 |1 - 4pm | $105 + $45 materials fee (includes glazes and flowers) + $20 clay fee (optional)

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month's Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

All Levels
Thursday, September 22, 2022 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$35 per person

Copper Patination with Joey Melinda Morgan

Science and art become one in this workshop where students will receive a hands-on experience creating patina copper.  Students will explore different methods of patination using household cleaning products, a butane torch, cooked eggs, a combination of chemicals and heat, and Sculpt Nouveau (a pre-mixed patina stain). 

Each method has its own unique artistic appeal and end result.  All the processes are safe and can be easily recreated in a home environment, in fact students will be given written, easy-to-follow ‘how-to at home’ instructions for each method.  The creative possibilities from this colorful workshop are endless ‘when chemistry becomes ART!’  So be sure to sign up today!

All levels welcome and all supplies will be provided. 

Saturday | October 8 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | $75

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

MARBLING & COLLAGE ON RICE PAPER with Pam Root & Candice Diaz

This fun and enlightening workshop focuses on Experimental Chinese Marbling and Watercolor Painting Techniques. Students will incorporate collage pieces that have been made by painting rice paper. In this workshop students will have fun working loosely, while using their newly learned skills to create artwork without any pre-planning!

On the first day, students will see a one-of-a kind work of art evolve before their eyes as they dip rice paper in water and ink. They will also learn how to master rice paper marbling using just Sumi ink. After the marbleized pieces dry, on Day Two, students will begin to see images and abstract areas that can be enhanced with painting or collage with watercolor and acrylic.

Finished marbled paper can also be used as bookmarks, note cards and much more. Students are able to bring their own watercolor and acrylic supplies, but it is not required. Rice paper and ink will be provided

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

All Levels

Friday, October 21, 2022 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm & Saturday, October 22, 2022 |  10:00 am - 2:00 pm | $150, plus $10 materials fee paid to the instructors on first day.

CREATING A COLLAGE BOOK with Sherry Kimmel

All levels are welcome.

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

Friday, October 21, 2022 | 1pm-4pm |  $75

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month's Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

All Levels
Thursday, October 27, 2022 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$35 per person

WHIMSICAL CERAMIC VASES with Kimberly Harris

In this workshop, students will learn to create simple, fun vases that will be manipulated from solid blocks of clay. Different shapes will be explored and patterns can be stamped or carved onto the vase. Kimberly will be giving demos and providing examples of finished vases for reference.

After the first class, the vases will be bisque-fired. During the second class, students will have an opportunity to add patterns and designs to their vases with glazes and underglazes.

Upon completion of this workshop, students can expect to end up with about 2 to 4 finished vases.

**Masks are no longer required in classes but are encouraged for those who feel most comfortable continuing to wear them. 

Ceramics Experience 

Friday, October 28 & November 4, 2022  |  1:00 - 4:00  p.m.  |  $150, plus $25 materials fee paid directly to the instructor the first day of class