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VISUAL ARTS CLASSES FOR ADULTS
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The Soulful Artist: Session II -Exploring Creativity Through Spirituality/Wednesdays
Wednesdays | Feb. 25 - April 8 | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Materials Fee $10 *No Class Week of March 30
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
The Soulful Artist: Session I - Exploring Creativity Through Spirituality/Wednesdays
Wednesdays | Jan. 1 - Feb 11 | 6:00pm-8:00pm | Materials Fee $10
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
Authentic Collage
Thursdays |6:00 to 8:00 pm
Two 6-Week Sessions
Session 1 Jan. 8-Feb. 12 $125
Session II Feb 26-April 2 $125
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.
Two 6-Week Sessions
Session 1 Jan. 8-Feb. 12 $125
Session II Feb 26-April 2 $125
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.
The Soulful Artist: Session I - Exploring Creativity Through Spirituality/Thursdays
Thursdays | Jan. 8 - Feb. 12 |1:30pm-3:30pm | Materials Fee $10
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
The Soulful Artist: Session II - Exploring Creativity Through Spirituality/Thursdays
Thursdays | Feb. 26 - April 9 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Materials Fee $10 *No Class Week of March 30
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
There is a profound connection between spirituality and creativity—a direct link to the divine that has inspired artists throughout history. Renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael all experienced Divine inspiration in their work. By understanding and embracing this connection, we can begin to access the same creative wellspring that great artists have drawn from for generations.
Based on concepts from The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, this course is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their creative abilities, break through creative blocks caused by life’s stressors, or develop a deeper understanding of dedicated practice. By engaging in this program, participants can open pathways to spiritual insight, nurture creativity, and experience personal transformation.
Basic Drawing Tuesdays
Tuesdays | Jan 27 - March 3 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm $125
All Levels
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.
All Levels
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.
Poured Acrylic Workshop
Saturday One Day Workshop|11am-2pm
Two Dates:
Saturday, January 24 $125
Saturday, March 21 $125
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home. All materials will be provided.
Two Dates:
Saturday, January 24 $125
Saturday, March 21 $125
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home. All materials will be provided.
Pastel Impressionism
Mondays | 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Two 6-Week Sessions
Jan. 12- Feb. 16 $140
Feb. 23- April 6 (no class 3/16) $140.00
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
Two 6-Week Sessions
Jan. 12- Feb. 16 $140
Feb. 23- April 6 (no class 3/16) $140.00
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
Oil Painting w/ Gina
Thursdays | 9:00am- 11:30am
Two 6-Week Sessions
Jan. 15-Feb. 19 $140
Feb. 26-April 9 (no class 3/19) $140
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. Two paintings will be completed within the six week course and artists will be challenged, encouraged and empowered throughout the course.
Two 6-Week Sessions
Jan. 15-Feb. 19 $140
Feb. 26-April 9 (no class 3/19) $140
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. Two paintings will be completed within the six week course and artists will be challenged, encouraged and empowered throughout the course.
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 and Collage
Tuesdays | Jan 20 - Feb 17 |1:00pm - 3:00 pm $125
One 5-Week Session
Printmaking Paper & Collage: Make your 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.
One 5-Week Session
Printmaking Paper & Collage: Make your 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 Thursdays
Thursdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Two 6-Week Sessions
Session I Jan.8 - Feb.11 $125
Session II March 5- April 9 $125
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.
Two 6-Week Sessions
Session I Jan.8 - Feb.11 $125
Session II March 5- April 9 $125
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.
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.
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