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WORKSHOPS

Ninel Senatorova, Instructor​

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Sketch a portrait of a favorite or imaginary home or building and learn about perspective at the same time.

 

Thursdays, November 5-December 17 from 6-7:30 - no class Thanksgiving, November 26

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Julia Bright, Instructor​​

Focus on the unique challenges of painting the sea and learn how to simplify moving water into a strong, cohesive painting.

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Saturday, December 5 from 9-4

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Julia will demonstrate her painting techniques on Saturday, October 10 from 12-2 at Boulder School of Fine Art

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Rick Dallago, Instructor​

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Learn underpainting and glazing techniques.

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Wednesdays, November 4, 11 and 18 from 6-8

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Heather McGarey, Instructor

 

Join Hether for a fun two hour paint your pet event at the Boulder School of Fine Art.

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Friday, December 11 from 4:30-6:30

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CLASSICAL DRAWING & PAINTING

By Sharon Solomon

 

Sharon Solomon guides students through the process of learning how to draw the classical way by copying a master drawing by Charles Bargue.

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November-December Saturdays from 10-11:30

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By Sharon Solomon

 

Join Sharon Solomon and work with our collection of classical sculpture reproductions and train your eye to see shadow shape, halftone and lit planes and then depict them with charcoal and oil paint.

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November-December Saturdays from 9:30-11:30

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Classical Portraiture

 

Heather McGarey, Instructor

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Beginning to Advanced Students

Ages 14-Adult
 

Heather McGarey teaches principles of French Academy Portraiture Drawing in this 6 session course. Returning students and experienced painters may paint if time allows.

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Saturdays, November  7 - December 12 from 12-2

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PAINTING

Barb Benstein, Instructor

 

Learn to paint (and draw) with the pastels and create atmospheric and vivid art using supplies provided to you.​

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November Thursdays from 2-4

 

 

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Barb Benstein, Instructor

 

Learn how to paint the subject of your choice with oils using fine art techniques in these ongoing classes. Bring your ideas to class and Barb will help you make a painting you will be proud of.

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November Thursdays from 4:30-6

 

 

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By Ninel Senatorova

 

Get started painting in oils. Learn about values, mixing colors and how to draw with a brush. 

Continuing students will work from still life setups for more advancement.​

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November Sundays from 3-5​​
 

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By Ninel Senatorova

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Learn how to make vibrant and colorful watercolor paintings in this introductory class.​​

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November Wednesdays from 2-4

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watercolor painting copy of Matisse painting by instructor Ninel Senatorova

Ninel Senatorova, Instructor

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Combine watercolor, ink and gouache in this mixed media class.​​​

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November Tuesdays from 5:15-7:15

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By Ninel Senatorova, Instructor

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Gouache is a favorite medium for painters, especially illustrators. Learn more about gouache and what it can do in these 6 session classes.

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November Tuesdays from 2-4

gouache painting of Arches by instructor Ninel Senatorova

By Ninel Senatorova, Instructor

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In this engaging, hands-on class, you’ll experiment with color, learn how colors work together, and discover how to use color with confidence in your own artwork.

- Through fun exercises and real-world examples, you’ll explore color relationships, mixing, harmony, contrast, and - most importantly - develop your own personal sense of color.

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November and December Sundays from 1-2:30 

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By Julia Bright, Instructor

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Explore the essential elements of compelling​ seascape and landscape painting.

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November 7, 14 and 21 from 12-2

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FIBER ARTS

By Leah Trumble

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Learn the basics of needle felting and make your own little creature.

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November Saturdays from 2:30-4

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DRAWING

By Roy Vu

 

Learn how to draw anime style with Roy and create your own characters. For students 10-17

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November Saturdays from 12:30-2

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By Leah Trumble

 

Develop your drawing skills from direct observation and imagination using graphite, charcoal and pastel pencils. For beginning students 14-adults

 

November December Sundays from 1-3

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By Leah Trumble

 

Get your digital and traditional media portfolio ready to apply for illustration classes at college and graduate school.

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November - December Sundays from 3:30-5

Video Games Animator

By Leah Trumble

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Develop your ideas for a children's book into a detailed story board. Continuing students will refine their illustration using materials of their choice.

 

October-November Thursdays from 11:30-1:30

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Private Lessons

By Raz Seri

 

One on one help painting or drawing a still life from school founder and director, Raz Seri with zoom. 

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September - December by appointment

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