Classes

2015
June 11- Driven to Abstraction
Oliver Art Center, Frankfort MI -10-4
Are you ready to push past reality with your painting? Are you ready see how far you can go? Using your own photographs and medium of your choice, you’ll learn a variety of ways to apply abstraction to create new and exciting paintings and expand your portfolio of techniques — not to mention, have a blast in the process!

June 16 - Acrylic 101
Old Art Building, Leland, MI -10-2
Come and learn how to paint with this most versatile of mediums… all supplies included! From watercolor to impasto, acrylic can do it all. The first half of class is devoted to experimenting with different thicknesses of paint moving from very watery to thick applications. We’ll be adding in watercolor pencils and oil pastel, and using different supports. You’ll have a hands-on lesson, experimenting and playing with many techniques. The last part of class is devoted to completing a small painting using some of the things you learned. I’ll bring all the supplies… you just bring your can-do attitudes! We’re gonna have a lot of fun! Come and learn the versatility of acrylic paint, from watercolor methods to thick applications… All supplies included, just wear your paint clothes!

June 17 - Collage 101
Old Art Building, Leland, MI -10-4
Have you admired collage pieces and wondered how go about it yourself?  If so then Collage 101 is for you! Collage is not only an interesting art form in itself, but it’s also a valuable exercise for painters to experiment with. In this class, we’ll be painting our own collage papers, using magazine imagery, learning how to glue things down flat, and how to glue down wrinkled paper for texture. You can choose to create complete abstractions or more realistic imagery.  All levels are welcome.

June 30 - Acrylic 101
Oliver Art Center, Frankfort, MI -9:30-1:30
Come and learn how to paint with this most versatile of mediums… all supplies included! From watercolor to impasto, acrylic can do it all. The first half of class is devoted to experimenting with different thicknesses of paint moving from very watery to thick applications. We’ll be adding in watercolor pencils and oil pastel, and using different supports. You’ll have a hands-on lesson, experimenting and playing with many techniques. The last part of class is devoted to completing a small painting using some of the things you learned. I’ll bring all the supplies… you just bring your can-do attitudes! We’re gonna have a lot of fun! Come and learn the versatility of acrylic paint, from watercolor methods to thick applications… All supplies included, just wear your paint clothes!

July 22 - Acrylic Adventure
Old Art Building, Leland, MI -10-4
This full day workshop will take you from inspiration, to design to roughing in, to refining and finally to the completion (or close to it) of an acrylic painting. It’s the perfect class to take after Acrylic 101. (But taking Acrylic 101 first isn’t necessary!) I will give you a process to follow to complete your very own masterpiece. You can use your own photo reference or use one of mine as a starting point. Be prepared to be stretched and encouraged. All levels welcome!

July 31 - Collage 101
Oliver Art Center, Frankfort, MI 10-4
Have you admired collage pieces and wondered how go about it yourself?  If so then Collage 101 is for you! Collage is not only an interesting art form in itself, but it’s also a valuable exercise for painters to experiment with. In this class, we’ll be painting our own collage papers, using magazine imagery, learning how to glue things down flat, and how to glue down wrinkled paper for texture. You can choose to create complete abstractions or more realistic imagery.  All levels are welcome.

August 24 - Gouache Ink Resist (pronounced gwash)
Oliver Art Center, Frankfort, MI 10-4
Join me for a day of fun and surprises! In a full day workshop, learn how to do this highly addictive technique.Start with a simple drawing on watercolor paper, and end up with a painting that resembles a wood block or linoleum print. The results are somewhat unpredictable. (And that’s the fun of it!) You’ll leave class with new skills and a painting to frame. All the supplies are provided; just bring a bag lunch and your thirst for knowledge. All levels of experience are welcome.

September 10 - Abstract Painting
Old Art Building, 10-2
Let’s jump into the realm of abstract painting. This class will be a lot of fun with “no risk and lots of reward” painting methods. We’ll use patterning and repetition of a motif to create expressive works of art. I’ll guide you through the process and we’ll slap, daub and dab away the afternoon. I’ll be using acrylic, but any medium is welcome!Composition, value, color and shape will be discussed as we bring our paintings toward conclusion.

September 15 - Driven to Abstraction
Old Art Building, 10-4
Are you ready to push past reality with your painting? Are you ready see how far you can go? Using your own photographs and medium of your choice, you’ll learn a variety of ways to apply abstraction to create new and exciting paintings and expand your portfolio of techniques — not to mention, have a blast in the process!