OIL PAINTING
PA01
Ages 16 & up

Students will study composition, color theory and will become familiar with the oil medium and materials. If you are a beginner, the instructor will take you through your first painting step-by-step. If you have taken this course before, you will learn additional techniques and develop your own style while using the subject of your choice. Students will also have the opportunity to learn the instructor’s own impressionistic style and original technique of knife painting based on the generous application of butty oils and their manipulation through rapid addition and subtraction of paint using knives and other tools. A materials list will be sent at the time of registration.

Instructor: Joyce Perry
Time: 8 Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Dates: September 21 - November 9, 2010
Members: $165
Non-Members: $190

WATERCOLOR
PA02
Ages 16 & up

Watercolor paint has an inexplicable quality--the way it settles on the paper surface is a quality with which no other medium can compare. Learn to create more exciting paintings by combining spontaneity and basic technical skills. A different approach will be used in each class. Students will work at their own pace and will be encouraged to maintain personal expression, while applying the lesson of the day. A materials list will be sent at the time of registration.

Instructor: Ron Thurston
Time: 6 Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Dates: September 22 - November 3, 2010
No Class October 20, 2010
Members: $125
Non-Members: $150

WATERCOLOR
PA03
Ages 16 & up

This watercolor class will focus on the principles of controlled realism. Each class will begin with a short demonstration of the subject of the week. All levels of experience are welcome. Each student will receive individual attention and can work at his or her own pace. Please bring drawings and/or photographs of the subject you wish to paint and be prepared to have fun! A materials list will be sent at the time of registration.

Instructor: Doug Brown
Time: 7 Thursdays, 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Dates: September 23 - November 4, 2010
Members: $145
Non-Members: $170

OIL PAINTING
PA04
Ages 16 & up

Explore oil painting from materials basics to personal concept. Learn techniques in color mixing, paint application and surface treatment. Understand the unique possibilities of oil painting media. Grasp color theory and experiment with a variety of painting styles to pursue your individual ideas. All levels of experience are encouraged and welcome! A materials list will be sent at the time of registration.

Instructor: Juliet Pusateri
Time: 7 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Dates: September 28 - November 16, 2010
No Class November 2, 2010
Members: $145
Non-Members: $170

PASTEL PAINTNG
PA05
Ages 16 & up

Working from still life as well as a model, we will explore various techniques using soft pastels that will make your paintings sing. Emphasis will be on color and the handling of materials. Beginners will receive introductory instruction of the medium while those who have taken this class before may work on individual projects if they wish. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given. A materials list will be sent at the time of registration. Model fee is included in the tuition.

Instructor: Judy Mattei
Time: 6 Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Dates: September 29 - November 3, 2010
Members: $135
Non-Members: $160

MEMORY PAINTINGS WITH ACRYLIC TRANSFERS
PA06
Ages 16 & up

Have fun creating personal memory art either for yourself or as a unique gift. We’ll look at examples of work that other artists have done to inspire ideas for the picture and discuss the possibilities for our own work. Students will be taught how to transfer black and white photocopied or ink jet images to a canvas board to begin the project. These images will be the foundation for the student’s design. Students will then add color and found materials until you decide that the painting is complete. There will be a break for lunch, so bring a bagged lunch or take a break in town. A materials list will be sent at the time of registration.

Instructor: Sandra Ward
Time: 1 Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Date: October 23, 2010
Members: $45
Non-Members: $60

2D OPEN STUDIO
PA07
Ages 16 & up

This workshop is designed to give students of all levels the opportunity to work in a studio environment with other artists. Come socialize at Sweetwater as you paint or draw in whatever medium you prefer. Bring your own materials and set up shop for the afternoon. Students are welcome to bring wine or food. Sweetwater Instructor Tara Zalewsky will be on hand as a facilitator. The 10% early registration discount does not apply to this class.

Instructor: Tara Zalewsky
Time: 1 Saturday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Date: November 6, 2010
Members: $10
Non-Members: $12