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Creative Discover Through Painting
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Come learn the foundations of painting! Learn basic skills to a painting studio practice. You will create multiple paintings from your own individual interests and subjects. Along with learning painting techniques you will practice different methodologies to creating work, such as collage and writing prompts. You can choose to work with either oil or acrylic paints in this class. No previous painting experience is necessary. Skill Level: Beginner...
Intro to Abstraction in Watercolor and Gouache (16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Interested in Abstraction, but don't quite know where to get started? It can be intimidating to think of oneself as an abstract painter, but join me and take that first leap! In this studio watercolor and gouache class you’ll learn a variety of painting techniques and conceptual frameworks for making beautiful abstract pieces! Learn all about gesture, washes, blooms, and the layering process that goes into creating rich textures, colors and compositions....
Analoging the Digital Photography (Ages 14-18)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Most people—most teenagers–have a camera in their pocket with which they can document any and every moment of their lives. But what can you do with an image once you have it? In this class, we will explore various methods of making images that will take them from your screen to print. Processes include digital printing and editing, image transfers, darkroom printing, and more.
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Contemporary Portrait Making and Figure Study
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
From Head to Toe: Contemporary Portrait Making and Figure Study Explore figure drawing fundamentals: proportions, gesture, anatomy, line, shape, composition and mass/value, while working in dry media such as graphite, charcoal, and pastel. Study both classical and contemporary examples that range from Durer to Diebenkorn. We work with the live models during all sessions. Supply List please click here
The Science and Art of Painting Glorious Color
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
With Bauhaus teacher Johannes Itten’s classic, The Art of Color as your guide, you will learn and apply the principals of color theory to oil paintings you will produce from still life material, photographs, and your imagination. Using a limited palette, you will learn how to mix greys without using black, develop a personal palette, and paint colors that sing. You will also look at paintings by Mondrian, Bonnard, Kandinsky, Klee, Morandi, Albers,...
Comic and Graphic Novel Illustrations
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Jump into the wonderful and dynamic world of comic books, graphic novels, manga, and zines! Students will learn and explore how to create their own comic book from start to finish through storytelling, character design, typography, cover design, and more! This class will explore a variety of traditional and non-traditional comic styles, genres, and materials.
Watercolor Animals (Ages 9-11)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn how to draw and paint animals in variety of styles. This camp will explore different watercolor techniques and experiment with various materials that combine with watercolor, such as markers, colored pencils and other water soluble materials. Students can make their creatures cute, creepy, or realistic. It's all up to their own interpretation!
Blooming in Watercolor (Ages 9-14)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Over the course of this class, students will learn foundational watercolor techniques as well as develop essential draftsmanship skills that will enable them to translate their thoughts and observations onto paper. Various watercolor techniques such as washes, gradations, and blooming will be taught, along with more in-depth knowledge on color harmony and composition that will help students create unique and informed work.
Open Figure Studio: Long Pose
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Participants must have previously completed one EAC painting or drawing class. Figure Studio offers participants the opportunity to work in their choice of media and study the nude. This will be a long pose for 3 weeks at a time. Instruction is not included; a classroom monitor will lead the class. Please review the EAC's model etiquette.
Painting Studio
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity and explore the world of color and expression in a dynamic and supportive environment. Dive into an immersive artistic experience where you can hone your painting skills and develop your unique style under the guidance of experienced instructors. Join a vibrant community of artists and discover the joy of bringing your imagination to life on canvas.
Color Exploration: Studio Painting
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Elevate your painting skills in a dynamic studio setting where you can experiment, learn, and express yourself through the language of hues. Join us in exploring the endless possibilities of color.
Divergent Inks: Mixed-Media & Experimental Printmaking Techniques
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a journey of boundless creativity through experimental printmaking and mixed-media techniques. Discover the freedom to blend mediums and explore diverse approaches to artistic expression. Whether you're drawn to structured experimentation or free-flowing exploration, this class provides a supportive space to cultivate your unique artistic voice.
Experimenting with Acrylic Painting (Ages 12-18)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a creative journey in Experimenting with Acrylic Painting, tailored for ages 12-18. Delve into the diverse painting styles of renowned artists like Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh as you master paint application techniques, color mixing, and composition. Gain the foundational skills to kickstart your personal painting practice and unleash your artistic potential.
Go Figure
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore figure drawing and painting while learning about proportions, line, shape, and value. Work in dry media such as graphite, charcoal, and pastel, building up to work with wet media such as ink and watercolor. Study both classical and contemporary examples that range from Durer to Diebenkorn. Begin with gesture drawing and learn to measure as we gradually progress into longer poses. Work with the live model during most sessions; also...
From Paper to Canvas
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Have you always loved to draw and paint, but need the time, space and guidance in order to motivate yourself? Begin by drawing on paper and gradually move into paint on canvas. Drawing mediums will include charcoal and pencil, paints including acrylics and oils. Beginners work from still-life set ups and in-class exercises. Basic drawing and painting skills are elevated through gesture and contour drawing, color blending, color theory and...
Drawing Into Painting (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the fundamentals of drawing before picking up a paintbrush. For the first half of the course, we will use dry media and focus on measuring, value, and perspective. During the second half, you will transition into painting with watercolor. We will cover color theory, and focus on still life and landscape. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Face coverings required throughout...
Mixed Media Explorations (Ages 5-8)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
This course introduces an array of art mediums for young students to explore and create with. Students will receive guided instruction to create colorful projects each week, and learn different art techniques using a variety of materials. The instructor will encourage student input and weekly projects may change based on student interest and feedback.
Encaustics Workshop
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
This class will cover everything you need to know about painting with beeswax, an ancient form that has become more accessible to modern-day artists. Students will learn about its diversity and explore mixed media wax painting – from image transfers, collage, embedding objects in wax, to impressionistic painting techniques. Supplies will be provided. All levels welcome.
$85
Mixed Media with Watercolor Pencils & Water colors
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
This fun course is a great opportunity to experiment with combining watercolor pencils in various techniques to create more unique pieces of artwork. We will be working with watercolors, water pencils, crayons, colored pencils, pens, and more. Learn to produce a variety of beautiful textural effects and incorporate them into your next mixed media piece. Instructor's recommended supply list: Set of watercolor pencils--Derwent, Caran...
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.
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