VISUAL ARTS & CRAFTS

“I loved Bryan [Ramey]’s energy and ability to focus us all virtually. Bryan had a great 2-camera setup and knew how to manage Zoom very well.”

—JACLYN P., WATERCOLOR AND PEN & INK ILLUSTRATION

Many of our art classes require students to purchase materials . A link to the supply list can also be found in the class description at ccae .org and in the registration confirmation email.

DRAWING, PAINTING & PRINTMAKING

BEGINNER DRAWING

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com A carefully planned series of exercises will introduce the beginner to the following elements of observational drawing: perspective, composition, light values, and contour . Students will begin by learning how to accurately measure and observe objects and the world around us . Classes will include instructor demonstrations and exercises in contour drawing, tonal drawing, and gesture drawing with plenty of time to practice in class and receive feedback from the instructor .

COURSE CODE: DRBA Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $300 Sec. 02: 9 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 8 | $300

CAN’T DRAW? WHO SAYS?

Ellen Stutman | Artist, ellenstutman.com Designed for the “drawing challenged,” this class will help you move past your inhibitions and teach you some basic techniques of drawing . We’ll focus on learning to really see and how to get that down on paper . The emphasis will be on the process and not the result in this nonjudgmental classroom environment .

COURSE CODE: WHOS Sec. 01: 10 Tuesdays, 5:30-7pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $250

DRAWING WITH THE FIGURE

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com This class will build students’ skills of observing and drawing the human figure. Using photographic figure resources, instructor demonstrations, and some sessions with a live clothed model, we will create an understanding of basic drawing elements such as line, form, gesture, and composition .

COURSE CODE: DRFH Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30pm. Begins Apr. 7 | $370

METAMORPHIC DRAWING

YoAhn Han | Assistant Professor at MassArt, yoahnhan.com Move beyond the fundamentals and break out of your comfort zone by exploring observational and abstract concepts with non-traditional drawing methods . Experiment with wet and dry media on paper while challenging form, shape, composition, and special relationships . Demonstrations, critiques, and virtual gallery visits bring your work to a more intriguing level . This class is designed for students that want to continue to refine their skills in the medium and refresh their understanding of concepts. The first half of this class focuses on drawing and moves into wet mediums of the students’ choice .

COURSE CODE: MEMD Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 5 | $210 No class Apr. 19 & May 31

DIGITAL DRAWING WITH PROCREATE

Corey Corcoran | Artist and Illustrator, coreycorcoran.com Discover the versatility, convenience, and limitless potential of digital drawing . Using an iPad, students will explore the award-winning app Procreate to make expressive drawings, colorful designs, and rich digital paintings . Through short assignments and exercises, students will be introduced to the software and will have the opportunity to build on their artistic interests as the class progresses . Comfort using an iPad and some drawing experience is preferred . Students need to own or purchase an iPad, Apple Pencil, and the Procreate app; see supply list online and in the registration confirmation email for details.

COURSE CODE: DDRA Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $210

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PORTRAIT DRAWING FROM HOME:

WEEKLONG INTENSIVE

Nicholas Mancini | Artist, namancini.com Using pencil and charcoal we will create representational portraits using various approaches, including the use of master copies, photographs, and ending with self-portrait . Attention to traditional drawing fundamentals (i .e . line, shape, value, mark) will be stressed . Some drawing experience is recommended .

COURSE CODE: PORH Sec. 01: Monday through Thursday, 6-9pm. Jun. 7-10 | $175

DRAWING THE LANDSCAPE IN COLOR

Gillian Frazier | Artist, gillianfrazier.com This is an opportunity to improve your skills in order to draw the landscape . You will work from reference photos and from nature when drawing . You will be introduced to basic drawing concepts through different weekly assignments, including shape, line, atmospheric perspective and color with assignments and instructor demonstrations . Various mediums will be explored such as pencils, colored pencils, oil pastels, pastels, and mixed media .

COURSE CODE: DLAN Sec. 01: 7 Tuesdays, 4-6pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $190

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DRAWING AND PAINTING CAT AND DOG PORTRAITS

Eric Bornstein | M.L.A., Harvard, Artist Portrait drawing and painting enhances and supports deep seeing into another living being. This process bridges our differences and can create enhanced intimacy with non-human species . In this class, we will focus on painting and drawing portraits of special cats and dogs in our lives, so we will celebrate their faces and names to help tell their stories whether they are still with us or passed on . We will also create a Facebook group and have an online exhibit of our works .

COURSE CODE: PETP Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $210

SKETCHBOOK SERIES

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com It doesn’t take much to draw . While your surroundings may seem claustrophobic from being indoors during this time, that just means you might need a different point of view. In this class we will discuss different drawing techniques and how to look at our surroundings in new and interesting perspectives . Elements of composition, line quality and some playfulness will combine to bring out the “reclusive artist” in you.

COURSE CODE: SKCH Sec. 01: 6 Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30pm. Begins Apr. 7 | $175

BEGINNER OIL PAINTING

Jeremy Durling | Artist, jeremydurling.com Join us for an introduction to the materials and mechanics of oil painting as well as the fundamentals of visual language . You will learn about composition, drawing, values, and color while working from still-life and on other projects . No experience is necessary .

COURSE CODE: PAPP Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 6-9pm. Begins Apr. 5 | $350 No class Apr. 19 & May 31

PAINTING ABSTRACT ART: ALL LEVELS

Rachel DeLuca | Painter Abstract art covers a vast amount of different art making styles and strategies . This mixed-level class will help you focus in on the wide world of abstract painting and allow you to practice examining, discussing, and creating your own abstract artworks . Each class will introduce you to a particular style and you’ll also view famous historical or contemporary works . Classes will also cover basic acrylic techniques. There are many different ways to think of and paint an abstract picture, so this class will begin with exercises based around shape, color, and composition . More advanced students will be guided on independent projects .

COURSE CODE: ABAL Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 6:30-9pm. Begins Apr. 7 | $250

INTRODUCTION TO GOUACHE PAINTING

Julia Luft | Artist, julialuft.com Join us for an introduction to gouache painting . In this class you will learn about the properties and mechanics of this flexible medium while exploring your own personal voice and visual language. We will investigate different ways this paint can be used through observational, imaginary, and abstract imagery . All levels welcome!

COURSE CODE: GOUA Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 8 | $210

TOOLS & TECHNIQUES FOR PAINTING:

WASHES, GLAZES, AND IMPASTO

Clare Asch | Artist In this online class, we will explore various painting methods from thin washes and glazes to thick impasto . Classes will include demonstrations with step-by-step instructions in the use of the various techniques, examples of artists who use these techniques, a lot of hands-on practice, and feedback from the instructor . We will also focus on color, line, shading, and composition while working from still life setups, landscapes, and abstractions . Participants can choose to use either oil paint or acrylic paint, and the supply lists will specify the materials needed for both .

COURSE CODE: PTEC Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Apr. 8 | $210

MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE

Natalia Slattery | Artist, nataliaslattery.com This eight-week workshop is an introduction to the world of collage and mixed-media art-making . Collage is one of the most accessible and freeing artistic mediums . With a creative eye, nearly anything in your home can become a material for expression . In this class, we will look to collage artists throughout history and the world around us for inspiration . Through in-class demonstrations, students will learn a myriad of collage techniques, including cut-paper, 3-D collage, and creating collagraphs for press-free printmaking .

COURSE CODE: MIXC Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $210

BULLET JOURNALING

Kirsten Swartz | Artist Bullet journals are customizable agendas, calendars, to-do lists, and diaries for anyone interested in a creative outlet to practice mindfulness, organize your thoughts, and plan your time . This class will go through the basic symbols and yearly, monthly, and daily spreads to get you started, then move into trackers for habits, moods, birthdays, etc ., as well as more complex designs . Throughout the class we will cover some tools and art techniques you can use to embellish your journal such as calligraphy and hand lettering, pen and ink drawing, using color with colored pencils, watercolor pens, or watercolors, paper cutting, and collage . Learn how to track healthy habits, make new goals, and create a beautiful and functional journal that is customized for you .

COURSE CODE: BLTJ Sec. 01: 3 Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Begins Jun. 3 | $85

KAPOW!! A CRASH COURSE IN CHARACTER DESIGN

Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com Are you a budding illustrator looking to bring your character to life? Or a writer looking to illustrate your own books? Maybe a charismatic game master looking to design your own villains and heroes . Join us for a one day drawing-based character design intensive that will cover the basics of character development, with a focus on the conceptualization and style of the character, dynamic poses and genre .

COURSE CODE: KPOW Sec. 01: Saturday, 12-4pm. Jun. 12 | $90

MINDFULNESS AND CREATIVITY

Jhilam Sanyal | Artist Pablo Picasso once said, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Art and creativity as a practice of coping with stress and creating more happiness in our lives is accessible to all regardless of skill or experience . In this course, we will learn multiple forms of creative activities for relaxation, dealing with emotions, and expressing gratitude . Exercises will focus on art and creativity as a process, rather than a finished product or the technical aspects of art . We will engage in multiple forms of creativity such as drawing, painting, collage, mandalas, and journaling . No art experience required .

COURSE CODE: MDCR Sec. 01: 3 Saturdays, 1-3:30pm. Begins May 1 | $120

MINDFULNESS AND INTUITIVE ART

Jhilam Sanyal | Artist Art as a mindfulness practice and the act of intuitively painting or drawing is a practice accessible to all regardless of art experience or skill . This class will introduce mindfulness practices utilizing art for stress relief, establishing a connection with your heart and innate creativity, and incorporating creative practice into your daily life . The class will focus on mindfulness and art as process rather than a finished product or the technical aspects of art. Activities will include guided meditations and instructor led exercises to aid the student in discovering their own, unique natural creativity . Students will also have the opportunity to use their own art supplies and experiment with mediums of their choice . No art experience required .

COURSE CODE: MDIA Sec. 01: Wednesday, 6-8pm. May 26 | $50

DRAWING WITH A KNIFE: PAPER CUT ART

Peter Zierlein | Artist, peterozierlein.com This class offers an introduction to the history and various regional styles of paper cutting . Students will learn about the tools and techniques involved in creating paper cut art, design with paper shapes in 2D and 3D, learn to differentiate the intricacies of symmetrical design, and to apply paper cut art in commercial and fine art contexts. In-class demonstrations and exercises will explore the applications of paper cut art for illustration, decoration, stenciling, light projection, and fine art.

COURSE CODE: PCUT Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 6-8pm. Begins Apr. 5 | $210 No class Apr. 19 & May 31

STENCIL PRINTING

Peter Zierlein | Artist, peterozierlein.com In this class, we will discuss and practice stencil cutting and printing techniques and various stencil applications . You will learn how to cut single-, two-, and multi-colored stencils from photo references and free hand drawing as well as how to use spray paint, brush-stenciling, and roller-stenciling . Using combinations of techniques and materials, you can create posters, figurative illustrations, abstract illustrations, pattern applications, art books, and more .

COURSE CODE: STEN Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6-8pm. Begins Apr. 8 | $210