CURRENT CLASSES
• Painting and Drawing
• Clay
Painting and Drawing
Fees: $100 ($80 for Art Center members.) 4 week classes are 1/2 of the regular class fee.
Fees are due one week prior to the first class. Several classes have materials fees and/or a materials list. Call the Art
Center to receive a list prior to the first class. Scheduling changes may occur.
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| Oil Painting |
Instructor: Diann Lewis-Bishop
Tuesdays, 1–4:00 PM
8 weeks beginning September 21
Tuition: $100, $80 members
An introduction to color theory (color wheel required) and underpainting techniques
and their application with your color palette. We will be exploring composition preparation
with the use of contour line. We will also be studying underpainting processes and its application with
your color palette. Glazing principles and techniques will be further explored. Create original compositions
in (primarily) representational themes using oils or acrylics. Students will focus on all aspects of painting from concept and
selection of style through completion.
Students work from resource material with individual and group instruction. For beginners to advanced students. |
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| Watercolor |
* for Beginners *
Instructor: Diann Lewis-Bishop
Tuedays, 6:30—8:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 21
Tuition: $100, $80 members
For students who want to learn the basics of handling watercolor, this class will cover all the necessary steps from preparing your paper for paint (by stretching) through the completion of compositions. Cornerstones of technique like wet on wet and wet on dry, color mixing, washes, and brush selection and use will be covered. Go from just playing with paint to seeing results you intend. For the summer session, it will feature an introduction to color theory by exploring the color wheel to simplify the understanding of those theories (students will need a color wheel). For beginning to advanced students.
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| Oil Techniques |
Instructor: Carolyn Paskel
Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 21
Tuition: $100, $80 members
Oil painting techniques and
compositional principles taught
through demonstrations and individual
instruction. Students will generally
paint still-life subjects during class, but
special sessions on portrait or
landscape painting may be scheduled
as requested. Beginners to advanced
students are welcome.
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| Translating Photographs into Paintings |
Instructor: Kathy Holland
Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 22
Tuition: $100, $80 members
Using your own photos as reference
materials, students will develop
meaningful personal imagery by
translating photographs into the
language of painting. All media
welcome, but more technical
assistance will be provided for oils
and acrylics. Class is limited in size
and suitable for all levels of skill and
experience.
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| Life Drawing |
Instructor: Kathy Holland
Wednesdays, 7 - 9 PM
8 weeks beginning September 21
Tuition: $100, $80 members Model fee: $40
Drawing from the nude model with
emphasis on observation skills. A rare
opportunity for adults of all levels of
ability to experience working from a
live model in a relaxed and supportive
setting. Participants may work in the
medium of their choice and should
bring their drawing supplies with them
to class the first evening. Beginners
may call the Art Center for a list of
suggested materials. Adults only,
space is limited. |
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| Drawing for Beginners |
Instructor: Kris Strohschein
Thursdays, 9:30—12 Noon
6 weeks beginning September 30
Tuition: $100, $80 members
This class is for the complete novice
who wishes to draw, but doesn’t have
any idea where to start. Lessons will
center on observation, linear
perspective, proportion, weight,
shading and light. Use of tools and
aids will also be part of the course as
will some discussion of compositional
elements. Time and interest permitting,
students may experiment with various
materials.
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| Fresh Paint |
Instructor: Charles (Chico) Osten
Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 PM
6 weeks beginning September 23
Tuition: $100, $80 members
This class will focus on new ways to approach subjects students select (new or traditional) and create more innovative imagery. Processes include use of dynamic compositional elements, layering techniques and imagery, utilizing unusual perspectives, combining unexpected elements or processes, and/or streamlining imagery to basic elements. Students may work in the painting media of their choice (watercolors, acrylics or oils) or mix them up for true mixed media work. Ideas may be enhanced by design exercises to free-up one’s thinking and force new ways of seeing. Bring supplies you wish to work with in sizes you are comfortable in using. The instructor may recommend materials to add to your toolbox that will help you achieve your desired goal.
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| Understanding Pastels |
Instructor: Diann Lewis-Bishop
Thursdays, 6:30—8:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 23
Tuition: $100, $80 members
In this class we will start with
underpaintings created in watercolors
or acrylics. The next stage is layering
pastels over the completed
underpainting. We will explore
composition and drawing with pastels
in a layers to create rich color with
subtle undertones. Students will need a
basic set of acrylics or watercolors, a
basic set of pastels, and #8 round
paintbrush. Paper may be purchased
from the teacher.
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Clay Classes
All pottery classes will focus on stoneware processes unless otherwise specified. Each class will have a glazing and firing fee of $75.00 in addition to tuition.
Clay and tools are purchased separately from local vendors. 4 week classes are 1/2 of the regular class fee.
Fees are due one week prior to the first class. Several classes have materials fees and/or a materials list. Call the Art
Center to receive a list prior to the first class. Scheduling changes may occur. |
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| Handbuilt Forms |
Instructor: Jane Cartwright
Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 PM or
Friday afternoons, 1—4 PM
8 weeks beginning September 22 or September 24
Tuition: $120, $100 members
Creating objects and forms (including
tiles) using hand building techniques.
Slabs, coiling, pinching , use of patterns,
and sculpting techniques will all be
used. Focus and instruction on surface
and finishing techniques including
underglazing and resists. Instruction
will be paced to individual needs.
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| Hand Built and Wheel Thrown Pottery |
Instructor: Hugh Bailey
Wednesdays, 1:30—4:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 22
Tuition: $120, $100 members
Wheel-throwing and hand-building for
beginning to intermediate students.
Emphasis on freedom of expression and
playful progress while mastering basic
skills and techniques. Individual
interests at the student’s pace is the
primary concern.
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| Joy of Pottery |
Instructor: Bill Capshaw
3 sessions on Tuesday (including daytime!) and one on Thursday
Either:
Tuesdays, 9 AM - 12 noon or
Tuesdays, 1 - 4 PM or
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 21 or
Thursdays, 6:30–9:30 PM
8 weeks beginning September 23
Tuition: $120, $100 members
Hand-building and wheel-throwing
techniques for beginning to advanced
students. Basic techniques enlarged to
focus on individual development of
techniques, style, glazes, and kiln use.
Raku included for those interested.
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Open Studios
We have periodic open studios (no instructor) for jewelry, printing, painting, and drawing. Art Center members are welcome to attend!
For a schedule, see our Art Center Calendar.
For descriptions of current studios, see our Studios page.
The Oak Ridge Art Center is open to the public seven days a week.
Admission is free, but donations are very welcome.
Hours:
Tuesday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday–Monday: 1–4 p.m.
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