top of page
VISUAL ARTS CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Late Summer/Fall 2025 Visual Arts Classes!
Registration is Open NOW!
Authentic Collage
Thursdays
Aug. 14 to Sept 18
6:00 to 8:00 pm
All Levels Welcome | Adults
Join Heather Bennett at the JSAC for the opportunity to learn the true meaning of collage! What most people think of as a collage is actually more of a vision board: cutting out images of things we want or like and putting them all together. However, a true collage is the act of taking images of existing elements or objects and creating new elements or objects from those images. We'll explore color, composition, perspective, and Surrealism.
Aug. 14 to Sept 18
6:00 to 8:00 pm
All Levels Welcome | Adults
Join Heather Bennett at the JSAC for the opportunity to learn the true meaning of collage! What most people think of as a collage is actually more of a vision board: cutting out images of things we want or like and putting them all together. However, a true collage is the act of taking images of existing elements or objects and creating new elements or objects from those images. We'll explore color, composition, perspective, and Surrealism.
Basic Drawing - Tuesdays
Tuesdays
Sept 9 - Oct 14
Oct 21-Nov 25
All Levels | Adults
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Sept 9 - Oct 14
Oct 21-Nov 25
All Levels | Adults
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Oil Painting Techniques with Gina
Thursdays
Oct 30 – Dec 11 (no class 11/27/25) Adults
9:00- 11:00am | 6 Week Class 2 hours a session $130.00
Come join Gina Torello’s new and exciting Oil Painting class. Artists will gain confidence learning the proper techniques and application of all their materials. Through this hands-on course, students will learn diverse oil painting styles as well as various master’s techniques. We will cover concepts such as working lean to fat, impasto, alla prima, under painting and of course use of color theory designed specific for each image.
Oct 30 – Dec 11 (no class 11/27/25) Adults
9:00- 11:00am | 6 Week Class 2 hours a session $130.00
Come join Gina Torello’s new and exciting Oil Painting class. Artists will gain confidence learning the proper techniques and application of all their materials. Through this hands-on course, students will learn diverse oil painting styles as well as various master’s techniques. We will cover concepts such as working lean to fat, impasto, alla prima, under painting and of course use of color theory designed specific for each image.
Pastel Impressionism
Mondays
Oct 27 - Dec 8
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Adults
Explore the forgiving and simple media of soft pastels. References will be provided varying in subject matter and style. Working together as a class in a step by step manner you discover how a professional artist begins, creates and finishes a work of art. This method of teaching gives you confidence and allows you freedom to develop your own style. Color theory, application methods and diverse techniques are used to teach you use of texture and dimension in your paintings. All levels are always welcome. A supply list is below Amazon has the best deals.
Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist, LightScapes Studio LLC
Oct 27 - Dec 8
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Adults
Explore the forgiving and simple media of soft pastels. References will be provided varying in subject matter and style. Working together as a class in a step by step manner you discover how a professional artist begins, creates and finishes a work of art. This method of teaching gives you confidence and allows you freedom to develop your own style. Color theory, application methods and diverse techniques are used to teach you use of texture and dimension in your paintings. All levels are always welcome. A supply list is below Amazon has the best deals.
Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist, LightScapes Studio LLC
Basic Drawing-Wednesdays
Wednesdays
Sept 10 - Oct 15
Oct 22 - Nov 26
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Adults
Six Sessions
Instructor: Deanna Gallaro
All Levels | See Below Regarding Materials
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Sept 10 - Oct 15
Oct 22 - Nov 26
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Adults
Six Sessions
Instructor: Deanna Gallaro
All Levels | See Below Regarding Materials
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Figure Drawing
Wednesday Evenings
Adults
New Day and Time!
No Need to Register! Classes start on December 4, 2024
6-8pm
$20 Cash
Bring your own supplies
Adults
New Day and Time!
No Need to Register! Classes start on December 4, 2024
6-8pm
$20 Cash
Bring your own supplies
Printmaking Paper & Collage
Tuesdays
Sept 16- Oct 14
1:00pm -3:00 pm
All Levels | Adults
5 Sessions
Printmaking Paper & Collage: Make your our own printed textured paper! We will explore various printmaking techniques including Gelli® printing, that are simple and can be done right at home. We will then use this paper for 2 collage projects. Project samples will be provided.
Sept 16- Oct 14
1:00pm -3:00 pm
All Levels | Adults
5 Sessions
Printmaking Paper & Collage: Make your our own printed textured paper! We will explore various printmaking techniques including Gelli® printing, that are simple and can be done right at home. We will then use this paper for 2 collage projects. Project samples will be provided.
Watercolor Tuesdays
Tuesdays
October 14 - Nov 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All levels | Adults
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. Instructor MaryAnne Goodwin will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
October 14 - Nov 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All levels | Adults
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. Instructor MaryAnne Goodwin will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Watercolor Thursdays
Thursdays
Oct 16 - Nov 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All Levels | Adults
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. Instructor, MaryAnne Goodwin, will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Oct 16 - Nov 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All Levels | Adults
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. Instructor, MaryAnne Goodwin, will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Acrylic Afternoons
Thursdays
Oct 2 - Nov 6
2-4pm
Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor. The class will paint from photos of Ocean Grove’s landscapes, seascapes, and nature.
Oct 2 - Nov 6
2-4pm
Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor. The class will paint from photos of Ocean Grove’s landscapes, seascapes, and nature.
Intro to Jewelry Making
Thursdays
Sept. 4 to Oct 9
10AM -12:30PM
Adults
Come learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing in this 2.5-hour weekly class. Acquire all the necessary skills to create your own unique piece of jewelry. The focus will be on developing basic fabrication techniques to form metal into creative designs. No experience is necessary. The class is for the pure novice or the beginner who wants to improve their metalwork skills in piercing, sawing, filing, riveting, texturing, and basic stone-setting.
Materials Fee $25
Sept. 4 to Oct 9
10AM -12:30PM
Adults
Come learn the fundamentals of metalsmithing in this 2.5-hour weekly class. Acquire all the necessary skills to create your own unique piece of jewelry. The focus will be on developing basic fabrication techniques to form metal into creative designs. No experience is necessary. The class is for the pure novice or the beginner who wants to improve their metalwork skills in piercing, sawing, filing, riveting, texturing, and basic stone-setting.
Materials Fee $25
Expressive Watercolor
Mondays
10/27 - 12/1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Adults
Join us in this six week workshop for a whimsical and colorful exploration of the medium of watercolor! Learn the basics of color mixing, warm versus cool colors and opacity/transparency. Learn techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry and dry brush. Create interesting textures utilizing salt and water spraying. Loosen up and have fun with color blends and splattering. No experience necessary.
Adults | All Levels Welcome
10/27 - 12/1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Adults
Join us in this six week workshop for a whimsical and colorful exploration of the medium of watercolor! Learn the basics of color mixing, warm versus cool colors and opacity/transparency. Learn techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry and dry brush. Create interesting textures utilizing salt and water spraying. Loosen up and have fun with color blends and splattering. No experience necessary.
Adults | All Levels Welcome
Drawing the Portrait in Graphite
Mondays
Oct 27 - Dec 1
1:30 - 3:30pm
Adults | All Levels Welcome
Working from a photograph students will learn the fundamentals of measuring, seeing tilts and shapes essential for realistic portraiture. Participants will develop an understanding of value and how it is used to turn form and show volume. Students will work on one drawing for six weeks as they delve into the intricacies of shape, value and edges.
Oct 27 - Dec 1
1:30 - 3:30pm
Adults | All Levels Welcome
Working from a photograph students will learn the fundamentals of measuring, seeing tilts and shapes essential for realistic portraiture. Participants will develop an understanding of value and how it is used to turn form and show volume. Students will work on one drawing for six weeks as they delve into the intricacies of shape, value and edges.
Urban Sketching in Asbury Park and Ocean Grove
Mondays
Sept 8 - Oct 20
10:00am to 12:30pm
All Levels | Adults
Instructor Gina Torello has designed this Urban Sketching Class in the heart of our iconic downtown. Perspective lessons will take place out on the streets of our local iconic towns. Instructions will be given on how to sketch using various drawing materials. The first 12 Artists will have access to a comfortable plein air chair and a small portable drawing table.
Sept 8 - Oct 20
10:00am to 12:30pm
All Levels | Adults
Instructor Gina Torello has designed this Urban Sketching Class in the heart of our iconic downtown. Perspective lessons will take place out on the streets of our local iconic towns. Instructions will be given on how to sketch using various drawing materials. The first 12 Artists will have access to a comfortable plein air chair and a small portable drawing table.
JSAC Visual Arts Studio classes are offered in a variety of mediums - from watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, drawing to mixed media, and more. All classes are instructed by professionally trained local artists. This is the perfect place to learn new techniques or to sharpen your skills. Come and join us in this relaxed and creative atmosphere.
The Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) organization is committed to an inclusive environment. JSAC encourages and supports all populations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information, sex, gender identity or expression, socioeconomic background and or disability.
bottom of page