Watercolor

BEGINNER ABSTRACT PAINTING

Rachel DeLuca | Painter Abstract art covers a vast amount of different art-making styles and strategies. This beginner-level class will help you focus 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 on shape, color, and composition.

COURSE CODE: ABSB Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $330

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ABSTRACT ART:

PAINTING AND MIXED MEDIA

Rachel DeLuca | Painter In this workshop, students will learn to develop their own artistic voice through exercises in abstract thinking. Classes will introduce you to contemporary artists working all over the globe as well as explore artists throughout history. We will begin with a series of guided projects using acrylic paints and mixed media. Students will also be able to explore individual projects and develop skills to speak about their work. Students should have taken one of the following prerequisites prior to enrolling: Beginner Abstract Painting, Abstract Art: Contemporary Approaches, or Painting Abstract Art: All Levels Part One.

COURSE CODE: ABSI Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $330

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, 3-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $230

WATERCOLOR

WATERCOLOR

Anthony Riccardi | Artist Watercolor is a translucent medium that sinks into the fiber of a sheet of paper, releasing the light from the surface. Watercolor dries fast, enabling one to work quickly with freshness and spontaneity. In this class, we will address the fundamentals of watercolor painting, with an emphasis on exploration and personal expression.

COURSE CODE: WATE Sec. 01: 10 Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $290

WATERCOLOR AND PEN & INK ILLUSTRATION

Nicholas Mancini | Artist, namancini.com Bryan Ramey | Artist, artbyramey.com Learn to marry the fluid, luminous quality of watercolor with the expression of hand-drawn pen and ink lines to create detailed illustrations with personality. Students will learn and experiment with a variety of techniques for using watercolor and pen and ink together and will choose one style for one or more developed pieces. Prior experience with watercolor is preferred, but not necessary.

COURSE CODE: WPIN Sec. 01: 8 Mondays, 5:30-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 10 | $210 | Nick Mancini Sec. 02: 8 Thursdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $210 | Bryan Ramey No Class Jan. 17 & Feb. 21

ABSTRACT AND EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLOR PAINTING

YoAhn Han | Assistant Professor at MassArt, yoahnhan.com Using the fluid and luminous medium of watercolor, students will explore abstract and experimental painting with creative exercises. The instructor will introduce contemporary watercolor artists and discuss their techniques. Students will have a chance to work on their own projects in a supportive environment using experimental approaches to painting. This class is appropriate for both beginners and those who have prior experience with watercolor.

COURSE CODE: WAAB Sec. 01: 8 Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 15 | $230

BOTANICAL WATERCOLORS:

PAINTING THE FLOWER

Adam Adkinson | Artist, adamadkinson.com The fragile beauty of flowers and the vibrancy of watercolors go hand in hand. In this class, the instructor will guide you through painting several types of flowers from start to finish. He will provide color mixing, brushwork, and step-by-step instructions. He will also share tips and tricks for watercolor that you can use for a lifetime. Explore the finer details of nature in color, light, and form. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome. Tuition includes a $15 materials fee to cover the cost of flowers.

COURSE CODE: WAFL Sec. 01: 6 Thursdays, 10am-12pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $190