Drawing Drawing basic shapes, shading, layout concepts, color choice. Detailed instruction on getting your images to look like you can walk into them: the 3D look on a 2D surface. Detailed instruction on giving shapes form through the use of tone and texture. How the experts make a room or building come to life on a 2D surface. Water color and color pencil media used. The manual way things are drawn for construction or mechanical design. Basic to advance techniques on using this fun and inexpensive alternative to chalk pastels. Basic to advanced techniques including color blending and shading tips.
Textiles
Textiles Yarn choice, blocking, coloring and basic stitches taught. Basic stitches, decorative stitches, needle point and cross stitch basics available also. Never learned to fix a hem or put on a button? No worries this class is for you. All basic home sewing repairs covered. Using plants to color cotton or silk. Class only offered in the summer when the plants are in bloom.
Digital
Digital Using your digital camera I will show you the basics of using the settings to take better photos. Up close and personal is a fun way to experience the world through digital photography. You will learn how to set up your camera to take close up shots. Want to have dynamite pictures of things you or your friends sell on Ebay? It is easier than you might think. Logo creation, clip art modification and much more. Need to create a newsletter, brochure or other promotional material. Learn the do’s and don’ts of good layout design. Have a web site that needs help. Learn the basics of good web design. Visit http://csmasoniccenter.com to see an example.
Painting
Painting Basic to advanced techniques taught including how to create textures. Have those craft paints lying around and do not know what to do with them? You might be surprised at the effects that can be created on projects with them. Blending style techniques covered. Explore different ways to make textures using water color or acrylics. Learn to paint pictures of family and friends using acrylics Shading and blending skin tones included. Have an area of your house you want to add some personality to. Stenciling is easy and quick way to do this.
Specialty
Specialty Basic beading techniques including embellishing clothing, bead weaving, bead roses, Have someone on your shopping list that is difficult to find a gift for? Learn to create something original for them. Experience mixing different media to create a unique project. It is limited only to your imagination and budget. Basic wood finishing techniques taught. Class limited to the summer or when the weather is nice. Learn to use art as a healing tool. No matter what the issue art can be a great help. A variety of media will be used. Learn how to frost and decorate a cake from the foundation on up including making flowers and elaborate borders, also how to build multi-layered creations. Techniques based on the Wilton method.
- Developing Your Personal Art Style
We will take a look at your skills and art goals to help you develop your own personal style. |