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Art
A supply list for classes will be available at the first class.
DRAWING – All Levels Improve both drawing and observation skills by learning about the fundamentals of line, shape, value, perspective and proportion. This is a fun, low-pressure and relaxing class. No experience or drawing ability is required!
DRAWING – Fall Botanical Botanical drawing is an introduction to the principals of drawing from life. Students will work on creating value and texture, framing a solid composition, building color and using the traditional materials used by botanical illustrators; pencil, colored pencils and watercolor. Specimens will include fall leaves, harvest fruits and other autumnal delicacies. All skill levels welcome. All materials provided.
needed. Students must purchase their own supplies. Supplies and enamels are available for purchase at Fort Boise. A complete supply kit is available for $30, more information at the first class.
GLASS MOSAICS – Intro This class will cover the basics of creating mosaics including types of glass, tools, rendering/cutting, and grouting. each student will create a wonderful glass mosaic piece.
GLASS MOSAICS – Intermediate This Intermediate Outdoor Stepping Stone Mosaic class uses skills and knowledge learned in the Introduction to Mosaic class to design and render mosaics that can go outdoors! Each student will design and render a steppingstone project using materials suited for outdoor/ wet application. Students MUST have previous mosaic experience, as no beginner techniques will be taught in this workshop.
ENAMELING – Beginner Vitreous enameling is an ancient art dating back to the 13th century B.C. Students will explore a variety of techniques to create small and lovely works of art by fusing glass to metal. All materials provided.
ENAMELING – Open Studio The enameling open studio gives people an opportunity to work on projects of their own design, following their own interests. The teacher will be on hand to set up the studio, answer questions and assist students as 28
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PAINTING, ACRYLIC – All Levels Beginning students will learn the basics of acrylic painting including color techniques, composition, texture and layering. A variety of styles and subjects such as still-life, landscape, portrait and abstraction will be explored.
PAINTING, OIL – All Levels Beginners will learn the basics of oil painting. Intermediate/advanced painters will refine their skills in traditional techniques such as underpainting, glazing and alla prima painting. No prior experience is necessary. Supply list will be available at the first class.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Camera Functions Explore the “how to’s” of digital and 35mm photography. Learn shutter speed, depth of field, composition and use of attachments. Instructor will provide a supply list at the first class. Please bring your camera to the first class.
