Workshops
Color Theory Workshop June 9th
Instructor: Beth Leahy
Sunday, June 9
1st Floor Studio
9am - 3pm Break for Lunch (bring your own)
This is an in-depth, hands-on study of color theory for all artists.
We will cover basic terminology, the color wheel, limited & unlimited palettes, value, color mixing and so much more. Become a more efficient, confident artist using any color. Each participant will receive a handbook. All materials will be supplied.
Please bring a lunch and beverage for our break.
Member: $140 Non-Member $150
Three Day April Workshop: Comic Book Challenge
Instructor: Rick Lundeen
April Workshop
Dates: April 13, 20, 27
Time: 1 -3:00 pm
Limit 12-15 students
Youth ages 10 and over
This introductory comic workshop presents a challenge to students -- a problem to solve, and they have to draw their way out. The purpose is to fully exercise the student's imagination with this challenge and then sketch up their solution in the form of comic book panels and pages to visually tell the story of their solution. Students should bring their favorite method of sketching, whether it's their regular paper drawing pad and pencils/pens/markers or drawing tablet and stylus. Either way, there'll be a lot of drawing, as the student tackles the challenge.
Parents must complete a youth waiver for each registrant. The waiver can be filled online here:
https://www.lagrangeartleague.org/youth-waiver.html#/
or in person on the day of the class.
Palette Knife & Impasto Painting Workshop
Sunday, April 14th
Time:1-3:00 pm
Join us for an immersive Impasto Painting Workshop where texture meets creativity! Discover the mesmerizing world of impasto technique, where paint is applied thickly to create rich, tactile surfaces bursting with depth and vibrancy.
In this hands-on workshop, participants will delve into the expressive possibilities of impasto, guided by Sandie Backon, a Chicago-based Golden Paint Working Artist and Silver Brush Educator, who will share her techniques and insights. Throughout the workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of impasto painting, from selecting the right materials to mastering the art of applying thick layers of paint with palette knives. We will explore a variety of gels and pastes that you can add to acrylics to create artworks reminiscent of great masters such as Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop offers a dynamic environment for exploration and growth. Unleash your artistic vision as you experiment with bold strokes, dynamic textures, and lush colors. From landscapes to abstract compositions, impasto painting offers endless possibilities for self-expression and creativity.
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the world of Impasto painting and explore new horizons textured with passion and inspiration.
All supplies needed are provided by Sandi Bacon and Golden Paints
Spring 2024
Monday
Monday Portrait Drawing- Spring
Instructor: Tony Crnkovich
Time: 10am - 12:30pm, downstairs studio
Ages 18+
Max: 10 Students
Spring: 8 Week Session
April 8, 15 ,22 ,29
May 6, 13, 20, 27
Member $168 / Non-member $192
With the portrait drawing class, students will be helped to understand and execute the basic principles involved in capturing a likeness on paper. These principles include hand/eye coordination, gesturing, and shading to achieve solidity of form. Students must supply a photo of someone of their choice to draw from.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships starts at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Monday Colored Pencil Drawing- Spring Session
Instructor: Tony Crnkovich
Time: Mondays, 1pm - 3:30pm, downstairs studio
Ages 18+
Max: 10 students
Spring Session: 8 Weeks
April 8, 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13, 20, 27
Member $168 / Non-member $192
In this class, students will be helped to understand and execute the basic
principles involved in creating tight, realistic colored pencil renderings. The
importance of beginning with an accurate drawing will be stressed before proceeding to color, which is applied progressively in layers and blended through burnishing until a painterly result is achieved. Portraits are the main focus, and the various subject matter is open to choice.
Supply List:
Prismacolor Colored Pencil set 24 count or up
11"× 14" Bristol paper pad
11"× 14" Tracing pad
Kneaded eraser
Pencil sharpener
Blending stomps
Graphite pencil set
Color photo reference
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships starts at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Watercolor Workshop Spring Session
Instructor: Marie Murrell
Spring Session
Mondays 6-8:30 First Floor Studio
Ages 18+
April 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13, 20
Member: $126, non-member: $144
The objective of the workshop course is for intermediate and advanced painters to focus on the intention of the painting, how to tell the visual story, and to have fun. Along the way, the basics of technique, composition, color, value, and other elements of design will be reviewed. Classes will include demonstrations, with emphasis on the figure and portrait. Students are welcome to paint subjects of their choice.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Encaustic Collage + Assemblage - Spring Extension
Instructor - Sarah Rehmer
6 weeks
Monday nights 6-8:30pm
Feb 19, 26
March 4, 11, 18, 25
ADDED DATES: April 8, 15,22
Max 8 students
Description:
This class is for painters and sculptors interested in gaining new skills and pushing the boundaries of their studio practice through the combination of encaustic, collage, and dimensional materials. Explore a range of subject matter, and work methods to create wall-based works with dimension. We will begin with backgrounds and underpainting/marking methods. Collage and assemblage materials and methods will be discussed broadly as a group, with ample time for one-on-one technical discussion with Sarah. We will discuss a variety of assemblage methods for securely attaching 3-D elements. Each class will build on the demos and skills from the prior class. The final two class will be left as open work-time with individual
questions and troubleshooting. This class is best suited to individuals with some basic art making experience, and will require the use of some hand tools and drills.
Level Beginner and above
Supply fee: $30/student to cover shared materials
Student Supply List
• 1-2 lbs of encaustic medium, you may go through more or less depending on your individual project
• A roll of paper towel (should be Viva brand or shop towels from the hardware store, the hot wax soaks
through others too quickly)
• 1 roll of 3M blue painters tape (do not buy the Duck brand, does not have enough tack)
• X-Acto knife with blades
• scissors
• A roll of baking parchment paper
• small spray bottle for water
• 3-4 Cradled Panels to work on: I suggest ordering from cheapjoes.com, get the “Joe’s Prime Cradled
Painting Panels (standard or extra- deep) in various sizes. Do not get panels any larger than 11”x 14”
• Apron or work smock
• Pen and sketchbook/notebook
• Laser printed images for transfers (make sure they are reversed so they will read correctly, extra
important if there are words in it- I will have some to share as well)
Optional Items:
• Self-healing cutting mat
• Papers you may want to collage into the work (I will have shared papers for us to work with also, nothing
with acrylic on it)
• Dried-pressed plant materials that can be pressed into the work
• 3-D items for assemblage. I will provide attachment methods and tools- consider bringing items that the
backside is flat and possibly made from an absorbent material- I will work with you to talk through how to
attach various items, but I cannot guarantee you will be able to work with everything you bring.
Monday FUNdamentals of Acrylics - Spring Session April/May
Instructor: Mark Tobin
Create your own personal masterpiece!
Ages 18+
Maximum: 12 Students
Instructor: Mark Tobin
Day/Time: Mondays 10am - 12:30pm
Spring
April 8, 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13, 20, 27
Member $168/ Non-member $192
Paint your own personal masterpiece using the basic fundamentals of painting, including composition, value, color, lights, and shadows. Painting made easy using these guidelines while developing your own style.
Take advantage of member pricing. Membership starts at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Tuesday
Learning To Love Watercolor: Afternoon Summer Sessions
Instructor: Dr. Phyllis Kozlowski
Time: 1-3:30pm, first floor studio
Ages 18+
Maximum Students: 14
Summer Session: 4 weeks/month
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Feel you may be intermediate or advanced in watercolors? Dive in and create simple compositions from your own references. See how a limited color palette can give you beautiful translucent results. Develop simple Value Studies. Having to struggle with the Principles and Elements of Art? See how you can manipulate these simple guidelines in your own work. Leave fear at home and come have fun creating watercolor paintings.
Supply List:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OU4Dx1E90kp6ixxqKgoD0AoyN9mp3YFr/view?usp=sharing
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Learning To Love Watercolor: Evening Summer Session
Instructor: Dr. Phyllis Kozlowski
Time: 6-8:30pm, first floor studio
Ages 18+
Maximum Students: 14
Summer Session: 4 weeks/month
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Feel you may be intermediate or advanced in watercolors? Dive in and create simple compositions from your own references. See how a limited color palette can give you beautiful translucent results. Develop simple Value Studies. Having to struggle with the Principles and Elements of Art? See how you can manipulate these simple guidelines in your own work. Leave fear at home and come have fun creating watercolor paintings.
Supply List:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OU4Dx1E90kp6ixxqKgoD0AoyN9mp3YFr/view?usp=sharing
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Youth Drawing and Sketching
Instructor: Christina Angelos
Spring Session: 6 weeks
4:00-5:30pm, Upstairs Studio
Tuesday
Dates:
April 9, 16, 23, 30
May 7, 14,
In this beginner friendly drawing course you will learn how to see the world like an artist. Each week we focus on a different topic of art: abstract expressionism, still life, landscape, figure drawing, and studying art by our favorite artists! This class is perfect for the beginner looking to start their art practice or for a seasoned professional artist looking for new perspectives on creativity! All skill levels will thrive inside this class!
Wednesday
Wednesday Portrait Drawing - Spring Session April/May
Instructor: Tony Crnkovich
Time: Wednesdays, 10am - 12:30pm, Upstairs studio
Ages 18+
Max: 10 students
Spring Session
April 10, 17, 24
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Member $168 / Non-member $192
With the portrait drawing class, students will be helped to understand and execute the basic principles involved in capturing a likeness on paper. These principles include hand/eye coordination, gesturing, and shading to achieve solidity of form. Students must supply a photo of someone of their choice to draw from.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Afternoon Watercolor Painting - Summer Sessions- Carmelo
Instructor: Carmelo Schifano
Summer Sessions: 4 Weeks/Month
June 5, 12 ,19, 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24
August 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 1-3:30pm, first floor studio
Ages 18+
Feel you may be intermediate or advanced in watercolors? Dive in and create simple compositions from your own references. See how a limited color palette can give you beautiful translucent results. Develop simple Value Studies. Having to struggle with the Principles and Elements of Art? See how you can manipulate these simple guidelines in your own work. Leave fear at home and come have fun creating watercolor paintings.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Watercolor without Fear- Summer Sessions- Carmelo
Instructor: Carmelo Schifano
Wednesday nights
Time: 6-8:30pm, first-floor studio
Summer Sessions: 4 Weeks/Month
June 5, 12, 19, 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24
August. 7/31, 7, 14, 21
Ages 18+
Have fun and eliminate your fears. Anyone can do it! Create a colorful, suggestive, and loose painting. No experience is needed with this step-by-step approach. The focus of this class is to have fun creating and exploring with the use of brush strokes and color.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Beginner Acrylics with Donna Skonning - Spring Session April/May
Registration Closed/ SOLD OUT
Instructor: Donna Skonning
Wednesday 6-8:30
Spring Session:
April: 10, 17, 24
May: 1, 8,15,22,29
Adult
Join this relaxing class learning to paint in Acrylic. Step by step instructions on starting a painting, mixing colors and choosing compositions. Please see supply list for all materials to bring to class.
Pastel Painting E-class - Spring Session
Instructor: Julie Skoda
Advanced Beginners to Experienced Painters
Pastel Painting Online- Spring 2024
Wednesdays at 5pm CST on Zoom
Limit- 14 students
7-week session
Start Date:
The first lesson is emailed on February 28
Time: One-hour Zoom meetings on Wednesdays at 5pm CST
Mar 6, 13, (no class March 20th), 27,
April 3, 10, 17, 24
Advanced Beginners to Experienced Painters
Ages 18+
E-class lessons will be delivered via email each week with a 15-minute video demo and information about the assignment (the first lesson will be sent out onFebruary 28th). At 5 pm (CST) on Wednesdays, join Julie online for live interaction and advice as we share our paintings. If you are unable to join the live Zoom meeting on Wednesdays, it will be recorded to watch at your convenience. Each week new techniques and subject matter will be discussed.
Members $147
Non Members $168
Pastel Painting in the Studio _Spring Session
Instructor: Julie Skoda
Open for beginners through advanced painters.
Wednesdays 1-3:30pm
Limit- 10 students
Mar 6, 13, 27, Apr 10,17,24, May 1
(No class March 20, No class Apr 3)
7-week session
Join Julie in the studio each week as we discuss a new technique or topic and explore the limitless options of painting with pure pigment on paper. This session we will focus on building harmony through color groupings, exploring paper choices and reviewing value, shapes and mark making. Demo videos are available for each lesson.
Class is open for beginners through advanced painters.
Member $147
Non-Member $168
Thursday
Advanced Watercolor Collage Class - Spring Sessions
Instructor: Carole Wilson
Upper Studio, 1:30 -4pm:
April 4, 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23
Watercolor and Collage are fabulous mediums. When we marry them in a Watercolor Collage, we create a painting that celebrates their beauty and unique characteristics. In this class, watercolor will provide the foundation for the painting ... and ... adding a variety of collage materials can contribute texture and vibrancy. This class will focus more on watercolor techniques and feature more challenging class projects than the regular Watercolor Collage Class.
Experience working in watercolor and collage materials will be helpful.
All materials will be provided
$20 materials fee will be collected at the start of class.
Take advantage of member pricing. Memberships start at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Thursday FUNdamentals of Acrylics - Spring Session April/May
Instructor: Mark Tobin
Create your own personal masterpiece!
Ages 18+
Maximum: 12 Students
Instructor: Mark Tobin
Day/Time: Mondays 10am - 12:30pm
Spring:
April 11, 18, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Member $168 / Non-member $192
Paint your own personal masterpiece using the basic fundamentals of painting, including composition, value, color, lights, and shadows. Painting made easy using these guidelines while developing your own style.
Take advantage of member pricing. Membership starts at $50 annually. Learn more or sign up here:
Friday
Afternoon Oil & Acrylics: Spring Session April/May
Instructor: Donna Skonning
Fridays, 1-3:30
upper studio
Spring Session
April: 12, 19, 26
May: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Adults
Join this relaxing class painting in oil or acrylic. Bring in your own reference and ask Donna any questions on composition, color, and process. Open to beginners or intermediate painters.
Friday Night Art Club - Summer Sessions
Instructor: Nicole Pedone
A safe creative space for teens
Fridays 6:30 - 8:30pm. $30 per week.
May; 5-week session: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st
June; 4-week session: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
July; 3-week session: 12th , 19th, 26
Come to a safe, relaxing spac,e and creative place to hang out while doing art on Friday nights. Students will have access to the upstairs studio art supplies (including illustrator markers, paints, and all other supplies) or are welcome to bring their own supplies including iPads withAapple pens, and procreate. The picture for this class was done in Procreate.
Age 8th grade up.