Beginner to Intermediate Skill Levels: Adults Only

Instructor: Phoebe Peterson

Students will learn about value, color, and composition. In class demos will show the basics of Grisaille painting and “blocking-in”. Topics that will be discussed include paint application, mixing clean colors and harmonious grays, the use of hard and soft edges as well as creating the effect of light. Students are encouraged to bring their own photographs or still life resource material to create their own compositions. Instruction will be given to each student individually, at their level of experience, so that each may reach their own goals and discover their own style.

Spring Quarter: 8 weeks

Tuesday April 6, 6:30pm-9:30pm

Tuition: $240, supply list provided at time of registration
Location: W-6, 607

All Skill Levels, Young Adults & Adults

Instructor: Hsi-Mei Yates

Chinese Brush Painting can trace its culture back over 2000 years of Chinese history and art. There is no need for previous painting experience to enjoy this class; all levels are welcome. The instructor will begin with simple brush strokes and guide you through the step by step process of creating flowers and birds in this traditional style.

Spring Quarter: 9 weeks

Morning Session: Thursday April 8, 11am-1pm

Evening Session: Thursday April 8, 6pm–8pm

Tuition: $220

Materials Fee: Optional $80 kit includes black ink, rice paper, one large bamboo brush, one small bamboo brush, felt, a watercolor container, a set of 12 watercolors, a mixing plate, and a small dish.

Payable to the instructor at first class. Or bring your own supplies.

Location: W-5

Intermediate to Advanced Skill Levels, Adults

Instructor: Gwen Bragg

This class is best for students with prior watercolor experience. Students will select from a variety of projects including but not limited, to spring flowers and gardens, working with a limited palette, and narrative painting. All projects are designed to strengthen watercolor painting skills. Demonstrations, individual instruction and group critiques will foster creativity in all students.

Spring Quarter: 9 weeks

Thursday April 8, 9:30am–12:30pm

Tuition: $250
Location: W-6, 607

All Skill Levels, Young Adults & Adults

Instructor: Hsi-Mei Yates

Chinese Brush Painting can trace its culture back over 2000 years of Chinese history and art. There is no need for previous painting experience to enjoy this class; all levels are welcome. The instructor will begin with simple brush strokes and guide you through the step by step process of creating flowers and birds in this traditional style.

Summer Quarter: 9 weeks

Thursday June 24, 6pm–8pm

Tuition: $220

Materials Fee: Optional $80 kit includes black ink, rice paper, one large bamboo brush, one small bamboo brush, felt, a watercolor container, a set of 12 watercolors, a mixing plate, and a small dish.

Payable to the instructor at first class. Or bring your own supplies.

Location: W-5