2024 Visual Arts Sessions

JSAC Spring
2024 Visual Arts Classes - Adults

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NEW! JSAC Spring 2024 Visual Arts Classes!

Printmaking Paper & Collage May 7th - May 28th

Meets Tuesdays | 4 classes | $95 | All Levels | May 7 - May 28

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.

Basic Drawing & More Wed. May 1 to June 12

Wed. May 1 to June 12
(No Class June 5th)
10am to 12pm

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.
*Fee includes all materials, which will be provided in class.

Plein-Air Oil Painting

Thurs., May 9 - June 13
10am - 1pm | $150
Adults
Signup link below class description.
Plein-air Oil Painting at the Jersey Shore

Instructor Gina Torello has designed this Plein Air class down on the boardwalk in Asbury Park and Ocean Grove. She will demonstrate each session as everyone follows along painting the same subject matter as she instructs from inception to completion. Each painting will take two weeks start to finish. Lessons will be on the Carousel in Asbury Park, the Tent City in Ocean Grove, and the Jetty on 6th Ave north of Convention Hall all while painting alongside a master Plein Air artist. This is a one of a kind experience all local artist do not want to pass up. The first 12 Artists will be supplied with a New Wave Pochade Easel to use during your exclusive lessons down in these quaint seashore towns and a comfortable plein-air chair to use as you paint. This pleasurable and rewarding class will cover compositional structure, color theory, application of materials and most of all the process of capturing the LIGHT in the open air like the Impressionists. All levels of oil painting artists are welcomed. Must be physically able to stand for three hours and mobile to move about outside with all your supplies in a backpack. We will meet at the Jersey Shore Arts Center our first class. Detailed Supply list below

Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist, LightScapes Studio LLC

Printmaking Without a Press

June, 3, 10 & 17 |1-3pm |
Class meets Mondays |
All Levels Welcome

Printmaking Without a Press: the Versatility of Monoprinting

Printmaking is a fun approach to creating unexpected and intriguing impressions. A monoprint is a form of printmaking where an image is made from a plate coated with ink. There are many kinds of printmaking techniques and in this workshop we will focus on collagraph and relief printmaking.

Urban Street Sketching

Mon. May 13 – June 17
10:00am - 12:30pm
6 Week Class 2 ½ hours

Sign up link below class description.

Instructor Gina Torello has designed this Urban Sketching Class in the heart of our iconic downtown. Detailed perspective lessons will take place out on the streets of our local quaint towns. Instruction will be given on how to sketch using various drawing materials. The first 12 Artists will be supplied with a New Wave Pochade Easel to use during your exclusive lessons down in these quaint seashore towns and a comfortable plein-air chair to use as we draw with various materials, supply list below. Each week we will meet in a different location with new and exciting lessons and exciting subject matter to enjoy. Great way to welcome spring, enjoy the fresh air and take your own work of art home with you. We will meet at the Jersey Shore Arts Center the first class.

Acrylic Afternoons June 6th - July 11th

Acrylic Afternoons | June 6th – July 11th | 2-4pm | All Levels Welcome
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.
The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.

Acrylic Afternoons July 25th - September 5th

Acrylic Afternoons | July 25th – September 5th | 2-4pm | All Levels Welcome

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.
The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.

Artist's Sampler March 26 - April 16 6-8pm

Early Bird Discount! 10% off this class until March 13th. Materials Included | Tuesday eves | 6-8pm | March 26 - April 16, 4 Weeks
Have you been curious about trying different artistic mediums & methods but not sure which one is right for you? In this Sampler course, each week you will work with a new medium: watercolor, drawing, acrylics, and pastels. This assortment of techniques will provide you the opportunity to discover your preferred means of artistic self-expression. For more info click link below.

Figure Drawing

Thursdays 10am to 2pm
No need to register. Pay $20 at the door w/ Venmo or cash. Figure Drawing resumes on a new day: Thursdays 10am-Noon
Start your day w art! Traditional Figure Drawing w nude model, short to long poses. We'll mix in some props and days w more long poses.
Amazing light, cool tunes, bring your supplies.
Free parking lot. 2nd Floor, 40s Room.
Jersey Shore Arts Center
66 S Main Street, Neptune NJ
Old school before entrance to Ocean Grove
Hosts: Borzotta Arts and Piersanti Studio

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.

For more information about JSAC's Visual Arts Class email info@jerseryshoreartscenter.org

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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.

Jersey Shore Arts Center

66 South Main Street Ocean Grove, NJ 07756 732-502-0050

JSAC Spring 2024 Visual Arts Classes - Adults

NEW! JSAC Spring 2024 Visual Arts Classes!

66 South Main Street
Ocean Grove, NJ 07756
732-502-0050

JSAC Spring
2024 Visual Arts Classes - Adults