Art Alliance
     of Central Pennsylvania

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  FALL 2010
  CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
  FOR ADULTS

 


  
    Classes begin the week of September 13, 2010 unless otherwise noted.

    The Registration Form can be filled in directly on the screen
     (except for credit card info),  and then printed and mailed to the
     Art Alliance.
          Please help us help you. Under-enrolled classes must be canceled. 
          To make sure that the class you want is a "go" please enroll by Tuesday, Sept. 7,

    Get a 10% discount on your class fee!
         Sign up a friend who has never taken an Art Alliance class before, and both of
         you will earn a 10% discount on your class fees.
                                       
                                                    CLASSES

MONDAYS


  
Oil Painting
Jennifer Kane    814-466-6334     jenn_kane@hotmail.com
    Develop oil painting skills in a fun and supportive environment. Students will peruse individual projects assisted by the instructor
Mondays 9 - noon  6 weeks     Begins Sept. 27.
$95 members; $110 non-members




Monday Afternooners
 Coordinator:  Carol Goldberg    814-466-8714    carol.goldberg@mac.com
    If you have trouble finding time for your art at home, drop by the open studio: a great
opportunity to finish work, to have work critiqued, or simply to socialize with other artists.
By giving yourself a regular time to focus on your art, you will see your productivity rise.
Mondays: 1:30 - 5 pm
Each session: $5 members; $8 nonmembers
 

Basic Drawing with Realistic Techniques
 Veronica Winters    814-235-9785    veronicasart@comcast.net
    Students will draw from both life and pictures. Veronica will perform
 drawing demonstrations at the beginning of each class while the
 remainder of class will be devoted to students' practice and individual and
 group critiques. You will explore basic techniques in drawing with graphite
 pencils. Colored pencils or pastels will be reserved for more advanced
 students or those who'd like to give them a try. Color theory, value scale,
 composition, design, layering and accuracy of shapes will be the primary
 focus. TEENS ARE WELCOME to register.
 Supply list includes either a box of 24+ Prismacolor premier pencils, colorless
 blender, a small can of mineral spirits/turpanoid with a small brush or a box of graphite pencils of various softness (4B pencil is a must), kneaded eraser and a 9x12 or larger smooth paper
 (bristol smooth Strathmore recommended) Bring 3 objects to draw for the first session.
 Mondays   6 - 9 pm    8 weeks
 $120 members; $140 non-members


TUESDAYS
 

Acrylic Painting
  Sandy McBride    814-466-3092     amcbride@mcbstudio.com
     In this course you will discover yourself through the versatility of
 acrylics. We will experiment with different techniques, surfaces,
 colors and compositions. In the process you will learn new
 approaches and become more creative and courageous with
 your subject. You will be capable of translating ideas into a
 finished painting and find ways of working that are unique and
 personal. All experience levels welcome.
 Tuesdays 9 am - noon     8 weeks
 $120 members; $140 non-members


Drawing: The Intimacy of Objects    Begins Oct. 5
 Ellie Reddy     717-667-9152     enr55@embarqmail.com
    We will look at objects, develop strong compositional space, and build a vocabulary of
 marks as we engage in the drawing process. With a minimum of tools we will all have work
 that will enhance our portfolio. A variety of papers and surfaces will be offered so that students
 can make personal choices as to the support on which they work. Mixed media will be
 included, moving to a more abstract point of view if a student desires. We will learn from one
 another as drawings are executed and a dialogue between students is developed.
 Tuesdays  1 - 4 pm    5 weeks     
 $85 members; $95 non-members



Still with Life Watercolors
  Michele Rivera    814-880-6034     mxr194@gmail.com
    Michele will offer hints on color mixing to avoid muddy colors, creating
 mood, and painting different types of light, shadows. All you need to know
 to make that watercolor glow with light in your still life compositions. These
 classes can be explored by the beginner to the experienced painter.
 Tuesdays   1 - 4 pm    8 weeks     Lower Studio
  $120 members; $140 non-members

 



Watercolor Landscapes    Begins Sept. 21
 Jeff Mathison    814-422-8651     jcmaps@mac.com
    Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting. We will focus
 on painting landscapes from your choice of photographs. The
 class is for both beginners and intermediate students.
 Instruction is individually oriented. Please email Jeff for a list of
 supplies.
 Tuesdays   7  - 9:pm   6 weeks    
 $70 members; $85 non-members
 

 WEDNESDAYS

 
 
 Improve Your Figure, Sculpture
: Mary Lee Kerr    814-466-6050     mlkerr@verizon.net
    In this course we will work in clay from a live model,progressing from
 short poses and quick studies to longer poses and more finished pieces
 The emphasis will be on expression and effective abstraction of the
 figure rather than realism. Clay is available from the Art Alliance for
 $12.50/25lbs. Please bring a wood board and some plastic bags to the
 first session.
 Wednesdays  9 am - noon  8 weeks
 $140 members; $160 non-members (includes model fee)

 

Getting to Know Your Digital Camera
 Bob Baumbach    814-238-8153     baum634@hotmail.com
    This class is for the beginning to intermediate photographer who
 has a digital camera and would like to know more about it. It will
 be a class in discovery of your camera and what it can or cannot
 do and how to get the most out of it for various situations. The
 lessons will include some background on how digital cameras
 work, features of the camera and how to use them at
 the appropriate times for best results. This will not be a class on photo editing with a computer.
 It is oriented toward the act of recording images. The classes will be actively involved in
 shooting and learning the features of the student's particular camera. The teacher will work with
 the individual student to get the most out of his/her camera.
 Wednesdays 1 - 4 pm   4 weeks
 $70 members; $80 non-members

 Note: On October 13th Bob will offer an "Autumn through the Camera" workshop. See
 workshop descriptions for details.


Stained Glass
 Ken Plattner    814-466-7225     abbeysg@chilitech.com
    For beginning & advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics
 of copper foil and stained glass work. Call Ken about materials before the first class.
 Wednesdays  7 - 10 pm   8 weeks  
 $120 members; $140 non-members


Clay on the Wall    CANCELLED
  Michele Rivera    814-880-6034     mxr194@gmail.com
    Work in low firing clay to make art that is fit to hang! This class
 will explore realistic and abstract forms using clay for some
 creative wall hangings. Clay is available from the Art
 Alliance at $12.50/25 lbs. Supply list will be provided upon
 registration.
 Wednesdays  6 - 8:30 pm   8 weeks    Lower Studio
 $105 members; $120 non-members


 THURSDAYS
 

 
 Falling for Fall Watercolors
   Michele Rivera    814-880-6034     mxr194@gmail.com
     Watercolor techniques inspired by autumn's beautiful array of colors will
 be the focus of this session. These classes can be explored by the
 beginner to the experienced painter.
 Thursdays  9 am - noon    8 weeks.
 $120 members; $140 non-members


 


Waterbased Media and Collage    CANCELLED
  Ruth Kempner    814-867-5407
                                          ruthkpws@pennswoods.net
    Expand your mixed-media and collage experience - use
 watercolors, acrylics, and inks to create new surfaces to
 work on, and to "paint with paper". A great way to free up
 creativity and develop self-expression. Call Ruth for
 materials list.
 Thursdays  1 - 4 pm   8 weeks   
 $110 members; $125 non-members
 

Open Model Session
 Coordinator: Melissa Forkner    addiedavis1978@yahoo.com
    An opportunity to work from a model in the medium of your choice
 Thursdays  7 - 9:30 pm   ongoing
.$10  per session on a drop-in basis



Pastel Painting
 Linda Schimmel    814-692-5322     wingsofeagleslfs@gmail.com
    Each week new and tried and true artistic concepts and pastel
 techniques will be demonstrated along with class participation. Students
 will work on their own projects with the assistance of the instructor. A still
 life will be available each week as a creative option. Some pastel
 experience is helpful. Contact Linda with questions.
 Fridays  9 am - noon   8 weeks
 $120 members; $140 non-members


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                                                WORKSHOPS
 

 Composition With Your Digital Camera
  Monday   September 20    9 am - noon
  Bob Baumbach   814-238-8153    baum634@hotmail.com
   The digital camera has made technically good photography available to
 everyone, but, what makes an aesthetically pleasing photograph (or art
 work)? This short course will introduce you to the compositional standards
 that make a good photograph and then you will go out and practice
 shooting with some tips that Bob will introduce in the short classroom
 session.
 $50 members; $60 non-members


 

 
 Autumn Through the Camera
  Wednesday   October 13   1 - 4 pm
  Bob Baumbach,    814-238-8153     baum634@hotmail.com
    In this workshop you will learn about color saturation and contrast controls
 to photograph the autumn landscape. The class will meet at a TBA location
 and after a short introduction and lesson will practice, then we will critique
 our images to improve our skills.
 $50 members; $60 non-members