Acrylic Workshop
This course is for complete beginners as well as students who are used to using this medium. You will learn to use acrylics in different ways and how to mix colors and the perfect color we are looking to create with. We will start with the basics, on the first day I will demonstrate how to use to use the medium to create different brushstrokes. We will then sketch in our Sketch books and learn how to mix colors and create something small. We will create a few small-scale paintings in our book and finish the course with a an artwork on a canvas. You will receive a supply list prior to the first class.
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Teacher: Pooja Taneja
Course Fee: $80 (Max 6)
Location: Cinco Ranch High School, Room 1103
Dates: Thursdays - March 7, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 18
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Intermediate Acrylic/Oil Object Painting - The Art of Ordinary Beauty
Delve deeper into the world of realism as you master intricate details and textures of common objects. Through hands-on instruction and guided practice, you'll refine your technique in rendering light, shadow, and perspective. Build upon your foundational knowledge and expand your artistic repertoire in a supportive and engaging environment. Allow your creativity to keep abreast of new skills and techniques to capture ordinary in extraordinary ways. Prerequisite: Basic painting experience. A supply list will be provided before the first class.
Teacher: Penpun Tucker
Course Fee: $125 (Max 10)
Location: Taylor High School, Room 1810
Dates: Mondays - January 22, 29; February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 4
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Introduction to Drawing & Pastel Classes for Beginners
Discover your artistic potential and hop along on a creative journey with our Introduction to Drawing and Pastel Classes. This course is designed to guide you through the fundamental techniques of drawing and pastel, starting from still life subjects and gradually progressing to portrait drawing. Whether you're a newcomer or looking to refresh your artistic skills, this course is the perfect opportunity to explore your creativity.
Teacher: Penpun Tucker
Course Fee: $125 (Max 10)
Location: Taylor High School, Room 1810
Dates: Tuesdays - January 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 5
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Watercolor From Beginner Thru Intermediate
This class is for the true beginner to watercolor. You will learn the basics of this wonderful painting medium, along with lots of tips and hacks. You will leave with a couple of paintings.
Material cost of $10.00 is paid to the instructor the first night of class. An additional supply list will be provided.
Teacher: Fran Franklin
Course Fee: $125 (Max 10)
Location: Cinco Ranch High School, Room 1103
Dates: Tuesdays - Jan 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 5, 19
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
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Location: Taylor High School, Room 1810
Dates: Thursdays - January 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; March 7, 21
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Upcycled Crocheted Rugs for Beginners
Learn the joy of upcycling existing materials to crochet beautiful and practical rugs! We will use items such as shirts, sheets, and t-shirts to make useful and creative home goods. No experience is needed, but you should be able to make a simple crochet chain, and a creative spirit is beneficial. We will explore how to harvest yarn from your shirts and sheets to create one-of-a-kind, practical home decor with intentionally selected fabrics upcycled into a new life. Our focus will be on crocheting round rugs and learning the basics of crochet as well as trouble-shooting crochet problems. Working on creative projects with others is a wonderful experience, and crocheting is a wonderful way to relax. Material cost of $20 is to be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.
Teacher: Carolyn Dubos
Course Fee: $45 (Max10)
Location: Taylor High School, Room 1730
Dates: Tuesdays - January 30; February 6, 13, 20
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.