Advanced & Specialty Classes - Winter
Advanced and Specialty classes are technique focused and build upon the concepts and lessons taught in Foundation level classes. You can learn about each class in the descriptions below and read more about our approach to teaching students of all ages here.
• TWELVE CLASSES per Trimester
• Begins Monday, December 2nd - Ends Saturday, March 16
• All classes are IN-STUDIO unless marked otherwise
Painting Classes
Portrait Classes
Specialty Classes
INTRO TO PAINTING FOR KIDS
- TUESDAY: 6-7:30pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 10 & up
• Watercolor, Acrylic and Oil Paint
• Prior drawing skills recommended
• Watercolor, Acrylic and Oil Paint
• Prior drawing skills recommended
INTRO TO PAINTING
This Introduction to Painting class is designed for younger students who want to learn real painting skills. This is NOT to say it’s appropriate for very young children however. Students who have completed the Basic-2, Intermediate, or higher level classes are ideal candidates for this class. Since many artists prefer to have a simple drawing in place when starting a painting, students should have basic drawing skills in place already.
Students will learn about watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint, along with a variety of techniques.
Because each medium is distinctly different in the way it is used, technique is extremely important, and that’s what we’ll be teaching.
If you’ve got a budding painter in your home, this is a perfect way to get them started on the right path. And it’s a killer deal since we provide all the needed materials, saving you hundreds of dollars in supply costs.
Students will learn about watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint, along with a variety of techniques.
Because each medium is distinctly different in the way it is used, technique is extremely important, and that’s what we’ll be teaching.
If you’ve got a budding painter in your home, this is a perfect way to get them started on the right path. And it’s a killer deal since we provide all the needed materials, saving you hundreds of dollars in supply costs.
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
- TUESDAY: 4-5:30 PM IN-STUDIO
AGES 11 & up
• Prior drawing skills required
• Prior drawing skills required
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Introduction to Watercolor is a beginner to intermediate level painting class. This is NOT to say it’s appropriate for beginner artists however. Students with Basic to Intermediate level drawing ability are ideal candidates for this class because we will not be able to provide drawing instruction. Since many artists prefer to have a simple drawing in place when starting a painting, students must have basic drawing skills already.
Students will learn about watercolor using variety of techniques. - Blending, masking, wiping out, also combining watercolor paint with pen and watercolor pencils. Subject matter will incorporate student interests along with still lifes, landscapes, etc.
If you’ve always wanted to try watercolor painting this is the perfect class to learn the foundation skills.
Students will learn about watercolor using variety of techniques. - Blending, masking, wiping out, also combining watercolor paint with pen and watercolor pencils. Subject matter will incorporate student interests along with still lifes, landscapes, etc.
If you’ve always wanted to try watercolor painting this is the perfect class to learn the foundation skills.
MIXED MEDIA
AGES 13 & up
• Prior drawing skills required
• Prior drawing skills required
MIXED MEDIA
Mixed Media is a unique class that offers an exploratory experience regarding both materials and techniques. Projects are intended to provide opportunities for students to use a variety of materials and learn or experiment with ways of using them. At the same time students are encouraged to follow their own creative interests regarding subject matter, composition and interpretation.
STUDENTS WILL WORK WITH:
• Mixed Media
• Paint - Watercolor, oil and acrylic
• Graphite
• Charcoal and pastel
• Fabric
• collage
• and more…
Projects will be assigned with specific learning objectives, and students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter. References and resources will always be available if needed. Projects will frequently require multiple weeks to complete. This is NOT a drawing class and there will be no planned drawing instruction as it is expected that students can already draw well enough to participate.
If you have a student who loves art and has the interest and ability to expand their own creative boundaries they will love Mixed Media.
STUDENTS WILL WORK WITH:
• Mixed Media
• Paint - Watercolor, oil and acrylic
• Graphite
• Charcoal and pastel
• Fabric
• collage
• and more…
Projects will be assigned with specific learning objectives, and students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter. References and resources will always be available if needed. Projects will frequently require multiple weeks to complete. This is NOT a drawing class and there will be no planned drawing instruction as it is expected that students can already draw well enough to participate.
If you have a student who loves art and has the interest and ability to expand their own creative boundaries they will love Mixed Media.
OIL PAINTING 1
- SATURDAY: 2:30-5pm IN-STUDIO *1 SPOT LEFT*
AGES 13 & up
• Prior drawing skills required
• Prior drawing skills required
OIL PAINTING 1
LEARNING TO PAINT WITH OILS is far easier than you might think and incredibly satisfying. This full trimester introductory class is designed for teens and adults.
THESE CLASSES WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through basic processes that are common to many oil paintings. Students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter but reference materials will always be available to assist them if needed. We recommend that students have some drawing ability however since we will be making simple underdrawings that our paintings will be developed upon.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
We provide all needed supplies including water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
THESE CLASSES WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through basic processes that are common to many oil paintings. Students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter but reference materials will always be available to assist them if needed. We recommend that students have some drawing ability however since we will be making simple underdrawings that our paintings will be developed upon.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
We provide all needed supplies including water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
OIL PAINTING 2
- SATURDAY: 5:30-8pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 14 & up
• Prior drawing skills required
• Prior drawing skills required
OIL PAINTING 2
LEARNING TO PAINT WITH OILS is far easier than you might think and incredibly satisfying. This full trimester introductory class is designed for teens and adults.
THIS CLASS WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through processes that are common to many oil paintings. Students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter but reference materials will always be available to assist them if needed. We recommend that students have some prior painting experience.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
We provide all needed supplies including water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
If you have ever found yourself attracted to the idea of learning to paint with oils this is a perfect opportunity. The price is right, the instructor is top notch and the curriculum is serious but completely approachable for beginners. We hope you'll join us!
THIS CLASS WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through processes that are common to many oil paintings. Students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter but reference materials will always be available to assist them if needed. We recommend that students have some prior painting experience.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
We provide all needed supplies including water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
If you have ever found yourself attracted to the idea of learning to paint with oils this is a perfect opportunity. The price is right, the instructor is top notch and the curriculum is serious but completely approachable for beginners. We hope you'll join us!
INTRO TO PORTRAIT DRAWING
- TUESDAY: 4-5:30 pm SIMULTANEOUS
AGES—11 (minimum) & up
INTRO TO PORTRAIT DRAWING
Our Intro To Portrait Drawing class is designed for Intermediate and higher level students who have a desire to spend time focusing exclusively on drawing faces. Portraits are an engaging challenge that many people are attracted to. Students will learn how to use both predictable proportions, and specific measurements to make portraits that are very good likenesses of their subjects. Every project in this class will be a portrait drawing, including front-on, ¾ view, and profiles.
Students should have a solid working knowledge of concepts including: Line, Light and Shadow, Texture, Perspective and Proportion. Because this kind of drawing requires patience and attention to detail students should have the ability to stay on task for a full 1.5 hours.
Learning to draw accurate portraits is a skill building class. Many students will see significant improvements in their overall drawing skills as a result of a class like this.
Students should have a solid working knowledge of concepts including: Line, Light and Shadow, Texture, Perspective and Proportion. Because this kind of drawing requires patience and attention to detail students should have the ability to stay on task for a full 1.5 hours.
Learning to draw accurate portraits is a skill building class. Many students will see significant improvements in their overall drawing skills as a result of a class like this.
OBSERVATIONAL & 3D DRAWING (PENCIL SKETCHING)
- SATURDAY: 4-5:30pm
AGES—12 & up
• all supplies included In Studio
• all supplies included In Studio
OBSERVATIONAL & 3D DRAWING
Observational drawing is a skill developed through the use of still-life, models and real-world scenes. While much of the instruction provided at ActonArt focuses on process, sequence, measurements and finishing techniques, Observational drawing requires a somewhat “more loose” approach. Learning how to quickly translate what is seen through the eyes of the artist onto paper or canvas still requires knowledge of foundation concepts, but also a broader, less detailed approach at first. Details follow the construction of overall forms, along with light, shadow, textures, etc. This class will encourage students to add to their repertoire of drawing skills and techniques and will help them improve “seeing” skills needed for three-dimensional and perspective drawing.
FACES, FEATURES & FIGURES
- TUESDAY: 4-5:30pm SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 14 & up
• all supplies included In Studio
• all supplies included In Studio
FACES, FEATURES & FIGURES
FFF class is for students who are engaged with their artwork at a more serious level. Students who feel they are likely to pursue fine art as a career or serious avocation want a more complete and hands-on learning experience. This 3-part class will offer guidance in developing skills needed for realistic/representational drawing of people. The 1st trimester will introduce the skills and techniques of drawing faces/heads. The 2nd trimester will present some of the most unique challenges including hands, feet, hair, fabric folds, body foreshortening and distortion, plus any specific features that students identify as personal challenges. The 3rd and final trimester will address complete bodies, some light anatomy and live model (clothed) figure drawing.
Part 1: Faces — 12 classes, Early Sept. to Early Dec.
Front view, 3/4 view, profile, foreshortened, highlighted, shadowed, with expressions, male, female, you name it...
Part 2: Features — 12 classes, Early Dec. to mid-March
Hands, feet, hair, fabric folds, body foreshortening and distortion, overall integration of faces, figures and features.
Part 3: Figures — 12 classes, Mid-March to late Jun.
Stick-figure, point to point, gestural, anatomy (light), bodies in motion, perspective, proportion, and more...
Part 1: Faces — 12 classes, Early Sept. to Early Dec.
Front view, 3/4 view, profile, foreshortened, highlighted, shadowed, with expressions, male, female, you name it...
Part 2: Features — 12 classes, Early Dec. to mid-March
Hands, feet, hair, fabric folds, body foreshortening and distortion, overall integration of faces, figures and features.
Part 3: Figures — 12 classes, Mid-March to late Jun.
Stick-figure, point to point, gestural, anatomy (light), bodies in motion, perspective, proportion, and more...
PORTRAIT PAINTING
- FRIDAY: 5:30-8pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 14 & up
• Oil, acrylic, and watercolor paint
• Prior portrait drawing experience required
• Oil, acrylic, and watercolor paint
• Prior portrait drawing experience required
PORTRAIT PAINTING
This class is intended for students who have already taken the Portrait Drawing and/or the Faces, Figures, and Features Classes or have enough experience with portraits that they already know how to use both predictable proportions, and specific measurements to make portraits that are accurate likenesses of their subjects.
Our Portrait Painting class is designed for students who have a desire to spend time focusing exclusively on painting faces. Portraits are an engaging challenge that many people are attracted to.
Students should have a solid working knowledge of concepts including: Line, Light and Shadow, Texture, Perspective and Proportion.
THESE CLASSES WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through basic processes that are common to many oil paintings.
Every project in this class will be a portrait painting, including front-on, ¾ view, profiles and facial features.
Most paintings will start with an underpainting in one of three traditional methods – Brunaille (Sepia), Grisaille (Gray scale) or the Dead Palette (earth tone primary colors). Color and tone will then be built up in glazes to create lifelike skin tones and textures.
Occasional Alla Prima (one day) paintings will be completed during the trimester.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
On top of all these benefits, today we even use AP certified, non-toxic, Winsor & Newton water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
Our Portrait Painting class is designed for students who have a desire to spend time focusing exclusively on painting faces. Portraits are an engaging challenge that many people are attracted to.
Students should have a solid working knowledge of concepts including: Line, Light and Shadow, Texture, Perspective and Proportion.
THESE CLASSES WILL PRESENT A SERIES OF PROJECTS, most of them multi-week, designed to teach and guide students through basic processes that are common to many oil paintings.
Every project in this class will be a portrait painting, including front-on, ¾ view, profiles and facial features.
Most paintings will start with an underpainting in one of three traditional methods – Brunaille (Sepia), Grisaille (Gray scale) or the Dead Palette (earth tone primary colors). Color and tone will then be built up in glazes to create lifelike skin tones and textures.
Occasional Alla Prima (one day) paintings will be completed during the trimester.
It’s easy to see why so many people equate oil painting with “fine art.” So many of the master artists we commonly think of worked primarily in oil paint and the iconic masterworks of centuries past tend to be paintings done in oils. It doesn’t take an art conservator to understand why oils have claimed the mantle of popularity among artists. They are remarkably versatile to work with providing artists a broad range of creative options on the canvas. The pigments mix cleanly providing rich colors with clarity and depth. Once cured the medium is stable and capable of enduring many hundreds of years without severe aging effects. The surface can even be cleaned to remove airborne grime and contaminants.
On top of all these benefits, today we even use AP certified, non-toxic, Winsor & Newton water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes. Life is good, and oil painting is great!
SKETCHBOOKING
- SATURDAY: 11-12pm SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 12 & up
• Prior drawing experience suggested
• Prior drawing experience suggested
SKETCHBOOKING
Do you have a pile of sketchbooks sitting in your closet that you have no idea what to do with? Maybe you’re not sure what to draw in them, or they don’t quite fit your drawing lifestyle - this is the class for you! Not only do we discover techniques to promote creativity and beat back “artist block” - but also how to create our own sketchbooks that fit our preferred materials, drawing styles… and backpacks! Class involves some light manual dexterity with paper folding and assembly, as well as materials including pencil, pen, marker, colored pencil and other drawing tools.
INK & SCRATCHBOARD
- WEDNESDAY: 6–7:30pm SIMULTANEOUS
AGES—12 & up
•all supplies included In Studio
•all supplies included In Studio
INK AND SCRATCHBOARD
This class will focus on the methods used to create beautiful artwork in both ink and scratchboard. Over the course of the trimester students will be introduced to the various techniques commonly used by artists for these mediums. Working with materials ranging from simple ball point pens to special artists dip pens, and introducing the unique qualities of scratchboard students will work through a number of semi guided projects. Using simple to advanced shading once the workshop is complete students will be familiar with these wonderful materials. If you are interested in learning how to create compelling and beautiful artwork in black and white this is the workshop for you.
PRINTMAKING
AGES 13 & up
• Prior drawing skills required
• Prior drawing skills required
PRINTMAKING
This class will take students through the printmaking processes of Monoprinting, Linocut, and Drypoint. Making prints is especially fun since there’s always that anticipation and surprise of the FIRST print made! Monoprints are ALL first prints, but Linocuts and Drypoints offer students the opportunity to create repeat prints and variations. Subject matter will be student’s choice. There’s nothing quite like printmaking where one “original” can make multiple pieces of art.
Printmaking is a unique class that offers an exploratory experience regarding both materials and techniques. Projects are intended to provide opportunities for students to use a few distantly different ways of making prints and learn or experiment with ways of using them. At the same time students are encouraged to follow their own creative interests regarding subject matter, composition and interpretation.
STUDENTS WILL WORK WITH:
• Printmaking materials and techniques
Projects will be assigned with specific learning objectives, and students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter. References and resources will always be available if needed. Projects will require multiple weeks to complete. This is NOT a drawing class and there will be no planned drawing instruction as it is expected that students can already draw well enough to participate.
If you have a student who loves art and has the interest and ability to expand their own creative boundaries they will love Printmaking.
Printmaking is a unique class that offers an exploratory experience regarding both materials and techniques. Projects are intended to provide opportunities for students to use a few distantly different ways of making prints and learn or experiment with ways of using them. At the same time students are encouraged to follow their own creative interests regarding subject matter, composition and interpretation.
STUDENTS WILL WORK WITH:
• Printmaking materials and techniques
Projects will be assigned with specific learning objectives, and students will typically be able to choose their own subject matter. References and resources will always be available if needed. Projects will require multiple weeks to complete. This is NOT a drawing class and there will be no planned drawing instruction as it is expected that students can already draw well enough to participate.
If you have a student who loves art and has the interest and ability to expand their own creative boundaries they will love Printmaking.
CHARCOAL & PASTEL
- SATURDAY: 12-2pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 13 & up
• Prior drawing skills recommended
• Prior drawing skills recommended
CHARCOAL & PASTEL
Charcoal Drawing, is a foundation class for students who want to develop their ability to see and represent a full range of light and shadow on paper. Charcoal is quite likely the oldest drawing medium. It provides unparalleled flexibility and the ability to work fast. Because of this studio artists frequently use charcoal studies as a starting point for developing new ideas. Managing this smudge-prone material also helps students develop “clean” habits that carry over into other mediums as well.
We've included Pastel painting in this class as well since the working characteristics are so similar, however color and color theory are huge subjects that are too large for the scope of this class. While color picking and blending will be covered it will be in a fairly simple presentation.
Anyone considering an art school or arts major would benefit from working in charcoal and pastel before college! Some project artwork from this class may be useful for portfolios.
We've included Pastel painting in this class as well since the working characteristics are so similar, however color and color theory are huge subjects that are too large for the scope of this class. While color picking and blending will be covered it will be in a fairly simple presentation.
Anyone considering an art school or arts major would benefit from working in charcoal and pastel before college! Some project artwork from this class may be useful for portfolios.
COLLAGE
- SATURDAY: 4-5:30pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 13 & up
• Prior drawing experience encouraged
• Prior drawing experience encouraged
COLLAGE
Collage is an art form that revolves around symbolism and meaning – how do we attribute meaning to things, and how that meaning can change when they are framed by different objects. In this class, students will explore the core concepts of composition, juxtaposition and framing while also exploring themes and meanings in visual media. By taking many images and combining them together, students will create new interpretations and pieces of art from the world of art and imagery around them. They will use both pre-made media like magazines, as well as make their own drawings to use in various collage projects. The class will also explore ways to use collage beyond it's regular use as a creative tool for other artistic projects. The class involves manual dexterity with hands to cut and paste, and while some drawing skill is encouraged it is not required.
COLORED PENCIL DRAWING
- THURSDAY: 4-5:30pm SIMULTANEOUS
AGES—12 & up
•all supplies included In Studio
•all supplies included In Studio
COLORED PENCIL DRAWING
A popular but often misunderstood medium, color pencils are easy to come by and easy to use! In this class we will learn about techniques for using the pencils, how to blend, choose the right colors, and different mark-making techniques to create texture and depth. While previous drawing skill is not required, it is highly recommended as this is a medium and technique focused class. Class involves use of drawing materials (colored pencils) and potentially markers.
PORTFOLIO CLASSES
ADVANCED PAINTING
- SATURDAY: 5:30-8pm IN-STUDIO
AGES 14 & up
• Oil, acrylic, and/or watercolor paint
• Prior painting experience required
• Oil, acrylic, and/or watercolor paint
• Prior painting experience required
ADVANCED PAINTING
ADVANCED PAINTING is a high-level, fine art painting class for students who have previously taken painting classes at Acton Art (Oil Painting1 & 2, Portrait Painting, Watercolor Painting, Mixed Media and Painting) or have taken painting classes elsewhere and have demonstrated understanding of paint application, underpainting layers and glazing levels.
This class is for students who wish to further develop their technical painting skills and techniques.
Advanced Painting students are expected to be able to work independently. Paintings should be original ideas, where students either paint from still lives they’ve constructed, reference photos they’ve taken themselves, or sketches and thumbnails they’ve brainstormed prior to the start of each class. Students should be ready to start painting at the beginning of each class, not spend class time thumbnailing ideas.
Projects in this class may take weeks to complete since students will be expected to fully develop the art though multiple layers, glazes, and scumbles. Students will be the primary decision makers regarding the execution of their artwork. There may however be specific learning objectives presented to challenge them and direct them toward useful experiences.
For Oil paint we will be using AP certified, non-toxic, Winsor & Newton water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes.
This class is for students who wish to further develop their technical painting skills and techniques.
Advanced Painting students are expected to be able to work independently. Paintings should be original ideas, where students either paint from still lives they’ve constructed, reference photos they’ve taken themselves, or sketches and thumbnails they’ve brainstormed prior to the start of each class. Students should be ready to start painting at the beginning of each class, not spend class time thumbnailing ideas.
Projects in this class may take weeks to complete since students will be expected to fully develop the art though multiple layers, glazes, and scumbles. Students will be the primary decision makers regarding the execution of their artwork. There may however be specific learning objectives presented to challenge them and direct them toward useful experiences.
For Oil paint we will be using AP certified, non-toxic, Winsor & Newton water soluble oil paints that allow for easy soap and water clean-up at the end of a day of painting. No more toxic solvents and noxious fumes.
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
- THURSDAY: 6-8pm IN-STUDIO RECOMMENDED
AGES 15 & up
• all supplies included In Studio
• all supplies included In Studio
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
For students who intend on applying to art programs with portfolio requirements, this class is designed to help them analyze their goals and help focus on projects and complete artworks needed for portfolio submission. While self-directed in terms of specific projects, the teacher is there to guide students with suggestions on how best to tackle their independent projects and give specific critique about each piece. The collective work environment also gives them space to interact with fellow students and discuss their artistic goals. Previous experience with drawing and painting mediums is highly recommended as this is not a technique-instructed class. Samples of current artwork required for new students.
ADVANCED STUDIO ART
- THURSDAY: 6-8pm IN-STUDIO RECOMMENDED
AGES 15 & up
• all supplies included In Studio
• all supplies included In Studio
ADVANCED STUDIO ART
ADVANCED STUDIO DRAWING & PAINTING is a high-level, fine art class for students who have demonstrated understanding of the most complex visual perceptions and wish to further develop their skills and techniques. Emphasis will be on three dimensional subjects including tabletop sets, textural objects, lighting effects, figure-drawing models (clothed) and more. Projects in this class may take weeks to complete since students will be expected to fully develop the art. A variety of ActonArt instructors will lead this class giving students access to their individual strengths and experience with various mediums and techniques. Students will be the primary decision makers regarding the execution of their artwork. There may however be specific learning objectives presented to challenge them and direct them toward useful experiences.
Advanced Studio students will be offered the options of working with:
DRAWING MATERIALS
• Graphite (in all forms)
• Charcoal (block, powder, vine, etc.)
• Colored Pencil (professional quality, unlimited techniques)
• Soft Pastels (sticks, pencils, powder, etc.)
• Oil Pastels
• Pen or Brush & Ink
PAINT
• Oils (professional quality, water-soluble
• Acrylic
• Watercolor and gouache (Winsor&Newton, Cotman)
• Airbrush
• Palette knife
MIXED MEDIA
• Dimensional paper sculpture
• Any media combinations that work!
Advanced Studio Drawing & Painting students are expected to be able to work independently. Students should expect to use a variety of resource materials, tools and techniques including some that they may develop on their own. Projects will frequently require multiple weeks to complete.
Advanced Studio students will be offered the options of working with:
DRAWING MATERIALS
• Graphite (in all forms)
• Charcoal (block, powder, vine, etc.)
• Colored Pencil (professional quality, unlimited techniques)
• Soft Pastels (sticks, pencils, powder, etc.)
• Oil Pastels
• Pen or Brush & Ink
PAINT
• Oils (professional quality, water-soluble
• Acrylic
• Watercolor and gouache (Winsor&Newton, Cotman)
• Airbrush
• Palette knife
MIXED MEDIA
• Dimensional paper sculpture
• Any media combinations that work!
Advanced Studio Drawing & Painting students are expected to be able to work independently. Students should expect to use a variety of resource materials, tools and techniques including some that they may develop on their own. Projects will frequently require multiple weeks to complete.
ActonArt: 69 Great Rd, Acton, MA 01720 * 978-266-1600 * info@actonart.com
