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Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting in Chicago with classes that cover everything from figure drawing to watercolor techniques. Gain the skills and confidence to create stunning artwork in various mediums.

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Partners Paint for Free

Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL

Two tipsy artists for the price of one. Lover, best friend, or alternatively your grand-mother, introduce your partner to the wonderful world of boozy art. A well-oiled creative endeavor is a great thing to share with a kindred spirit. Groups: If you are coming as a group but registering separately, shoot us an email and we will do whatever we can to accommodate your sitting together. Arrivals: Please come 10-15 minutes before the start...

(12) All levels 18 and older
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Painting with Gelli Plates

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Making Gelli Plate monotypes has added a fun and exciting new dimension to my painting practice. Working in layers, students will create one-of-a-kind paintings on paper while learning to work with mark-making, stencils, and masking. Learn how choosing the right paper will help create the effects you desire. Golden “Open Acrylics, fluid acrylics and water-based inks can be used on Gelli Plates. Click here for Materials List.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
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$225

5 sessions

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Watercolor Open Studio

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity and master the art of watercolor in a serene and supportive environment. Join artists of all levels at the Evanston Art Center for a weekly session where you can freely express your ideas, receive expert guidance, and explore a variety of watercolor techniques.

(83) All levels 16 and older
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$230

5 sessions

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John Pastoriza-Pinol Watercolor Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

John Pastoriza-Pinol, an award-winning botanical artist with a doctorate in botany from the University of Vigo, Spain, is coming from Australia to teach a three-day workshop. Learn a technique for achieving the intricacies of fine detail in your paintings. Properly protecting those critical edges in your drawing before laying down your watercolor washes is an invaluable process for contemporary botanical artists. As a result, your paintings will...

(122) Intermediate 18 and older
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$449
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Fall Flowers in Watercolor and Pen & Ink

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity this autumn with a captivating art course that explores the vibrant world of fall flowers. Join us for a unique blend of watercolor and pen & ink techniques as you learn to create depth and capture the beauty of these seasonal blooms. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your artistic skills and immerse yourself in the stunning surroundings of the Chicago Botanic Garden.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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$362

4 sessions

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Painting With Watercolors: Tubes & Pencils

Evanston Art Center

Join this guild style watercolor class and work independently on your paintings while under the guidance of the instructor. Create vibrant compositions using watercolor tubes and pencils. The instructor will work individually with you on composition, watercolor techniques and the use of transparent verses opaque watercolor.

(83) All levels 16 and older
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Oil Painting Studio: Still Life & Figure

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create paintings in oils using non-toxic mediums as the Renaissance painters did. Choose to paint from still life arrangements or material you bring in. We will also paint from a clothed model for two sessions. We will have 1:1 and group critiques. Some prior drawing recommended.  Bring Materials to the first class: Brushes: 2-4 Flats, Brites, or Rounds-bristle brushes, synthetic/mix #2, 4, 6, 10, or 12 Utrecht, Winsor & Newton ...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$345

9 sessions

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Going Abstract

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn everything you have wanted to know about going abstract: including process, techniques and concepts behind making abstract art.  This studio class will help you understand what abstraction is, and how to achieve it in your own work. Skill  Level: All Levels  In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines.  Face coverings required throughout the duration of class.  Includes...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$300

8 sessions

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Watercolors for All Levels - Online

Evanston Art Center

Create both paintings with strong compositions using watercolor tubes, and watercolor pencils. Instruction includes demos on watercolor techniques: applying watercolor washes, painting wet in wet, and painting without a sketch.  Learn about staining and lightfast colors. The instructor will provide a variety of still-lifes, and these will also be available online. We will have individual and group critiques to share your work and support your...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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Online Beginning Drawing with Duffy O'Connor (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Welcome to the world of drawing! Get an introduction to the fundamentals of observational drawing using the simplest of tools - the pencil.  Students will learn to use line, light and shadow to make still life drawings that offer a realistic yet artistic image. Perfect for students without drawing experience and a good refresher if it's been a little while since you've drawn. Skill Level: Beginner This interactive online ...

(83) Beginner 16 and older
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$230

6 sessions

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Online Beginning Drawing with Vivian Zapata

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn about fundamental drawing concepts: line, shape, form, value, proportion, and perspective. Emphasis is on representational drawing of still life arrangements and other subjects. Use graphite and charcoal with confidence. With short presentations and demonstrations, explore concepts, application techniques, and drawing examples. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including...

(83) Beginner 18 and older
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$410

12 sessions

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Watercolors: Materials, Composition & Technique

Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL

Create both vibrant and subdued paintings with strong compositions using watercolor tubes, and watercolor pencils. Instruction includes demos on watercolor techniques- applying watercolor washes, painting wet in wet, and painting without a sketch. Learn about staining and lightfast colors. The instructor will provide a variety of still-lifes, and these will also be available online. We will have individual and group critiques– a critique is for...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$230

6 sessions

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Beginning Drawing with Duffy O'Connor (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center

Get grounded in the basics of drawing and artistic expression. Explore basic techniques and subject matter to experimentation in media and imagery. Beginning with pencil, charcoal, pastel and moving to ink and collage, you will explore self-expression through the subject matter of still-life, interior space, the figure and abstraction. Jumpstart your art in this supportive, creative environment. Skill  Level: Beginner  In-person class...

(83) Beginner 16 and older
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Painting I: Acrylics & Oils

Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of acrylics and oils at Aartwerk Studio. Dive into a hands-on experience where you'll learn essential techniques, unleash your artistic potential, and create stunning masterpieces under the guidance of experienced instructors. Join us and bring your imagination to life through the power of colors and brushes.

(12) Beginner 16 and older
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$280

7 sessions

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4-Week: Expressive Painting

One Strange Bird @ 2124 W Division St, Chicago, IL

4 week class -2 hours per class.

(5) All levels 18 and older
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$200

4 sessions

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Pens, Watercolors and Dr. Martin Dyes

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create a series of small pen sketches or 1 large art piece beginning with permanent pens. Complete the art with Dr. Martin permanent Dyes (intense inks) and/or watercolors. Bring in still life material and references to make your own unique composition. The instructor will also set up a still life that can be used.

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$155
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Tea & Biscuit Hours

Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL

Bad hangover? Rainy afternoon? British? Come to our Tea and Biscuit hours! Join us for the mellow afternoon hours, conjoining art, tea, and low-key music. Enjoy our beautiful tea set, and the taste of whole grain and butter biscuits paired with green, black, or chamomile tea. Arrivals: Please come 10-15 minutes before the start time of the event so you can hang your hat, boots, and pistols, pour yourself a much deserved drink and start sipping....

(12) All levels 16 and older
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Watercolor: Fun and Easy

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Think watercolor is too difficult? This class takes the mystery out of the medium and shows you a variety of techniques and styles, step-by-step. Each class begins and ends with demonstrations by the instructor. Learn to paint your favorite landscapes, a still-life or flowers from your garden. Let loose with a “no holds barred” session dedicated to experimentation and spontaneity. Paint with everything from brushes to toothbrushes. Create a variety...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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$185

6 sessions

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Abstract Painting

Artpie @ 608 North Ave, Waukegan, IL

Learn how to create abstract paintings in an expressive manner. This class starts with a brief overview of abstract painting categories and philosophies. You will learn about the density of paints and the interaction of color. You will create abstract paintings using various techniques and exercises, from paint pouring to abstracting reality. Once your exercises are completed, you will choose your abstract path and complete an acrylic painting on...

(1) All levels 18 and older
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Acrylic Pours for Jewelry (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Make cabochons for jewelry using the fun and unpredictability of acrylic pours. Week one will be creating pours, and week two will be the completion of the cabochons. Skill Level: All Levels

(83) All levels 16 and older
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$155

2 sessions

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