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ENCAUSTIC PAINTING DEMONSTRATION AND BOOK SIGNING LINDA WOMACK May 12, Saturday, 10:30am - Noon $5 (pick up a $5 coupon when you arrive which may be applied towards the purchase of her book or any supplies shown) Learn how easy it is to set up and paint with wax. Linda Womack, author of Embracing Encaustic: Learning to Paint with Beeswax, will demonstrate step-by-step techniques involving painting and collage, using Enkaustikos premium wax paints in an assortment of vivid colors. Encaustic is one of the oldest forms of painting, with paint made from pure pigment mixed with wax and resin. The mixture is applied hot, then reheated to fuse the layers together. You'll be amazed at how simple it is to collage with wax instead of glue to incorporate photographs, papers, fabric and dried plants. The molten nature of the medium also lends itself to texturing and carving the wax. Linda will also discuss how to work the surface of the wax with pastels, crayons and graphite as well as safe studio set-up methods for further experimentation. Register early, space is limited. BEGINNING PORTRAIT DRAWING Jami May 19, Saturday, 10:30am – 3:30pm $50 This beginning basic portrait class will lay some simple groundwork for the student to begin the process of drawing the human face. working from photographs, we will learn how to use the different value shades of pencils, how to create effects with the eraser, why the type of paper used is so important, as well as some very basic anatomy. You may then take this information further with more classes or expand upon them on your own.Click here for supply list. Working With Watercolor Pencil Jami May 20, Sunday, 12:30-3:30pm $35 Now that you've purchased your watercolor pencils and you've played with them a bit, it's time to create something fantastic and worthy of framing. This class will further develop your skills in this versatile medium. As you work, Jami will guide and instruct you through the completion of your work of art. Bring your pencils, a large sheet of watercolor paper (halved or quartered) or a pad of watercolor paper, a regular pencil or two, a brush or two, and a kneaded eraser. THE ART OF PAINTING Claudia Zimmerman June 1 & 2, Friday & Saturday, 12:00-3pm $95 (After class bonus: June 1, Friday, 3-4pm. For those of you who would like a critique of a work in progress, bring 1 or 2 paintings from home. Learn what your painting is telling the viewer.) This class is built around the idea of painting within the boundaries of excellence. Claudia will introduce some considerations for evaluating your work: How is perspective for the painter different than for the architect. Whether you are a color field painter, paint very flat, or like a lot of depth in your paintings; there are certain fundamentals of perspective that are beneficial to all styles. As well as, learn about hard and soft edges and why they are primary. She will also include the history behind some painting concepts and how to employ them. Plus one-on-one positive critiques and an end of the session class critique. Students will have the choice of painting from a provided still-life and/or bring their own montage of photos or still-life pieces if they prefer. The class is geared towards acrylic or oil painters and is open to any level of painting expertise however some painting experience is helpful. The focus of the class is to give you the information you need to create a work that satisfies your intentions. Click here for supply list. WORKING WITH COLORED PENCIL: Grisaille Technique Jami June 3, Sunday, 12:30–3:30pm $35 Maybe you took a Colored Pencil Techniques class but you're not sure where to go next, or maybe you've played with your colored pencils from time to time but you want to get more out of them. This workshop will offer up a more advanced skill set working with your colored pencils. We will utilize the Grisaille technique and/or the layering and gradation techniques, working on a still life for the entire time. You will be guided by the instructor throughout the workshop. Click here for supply list. "Picture This" -- Image Transfers & Photo Alteration Sharon Geraci June 9, Saturday, 10am - 4pm $75 Discover multiple methods for making and using image transfers and expand your creative horizons with photo alteration. Transfers are a valuable resource for incorporating representative imagery into your abstract work, and each method provides a unique look. Printed photos are superb starts for true mixed media gems. Mixing and matching techniques with different surfaces makes it all the more fun! All levels are welcome. Click here for supply list. Topics •Choosing and preparing images •Materials and techniques for image transfers •Incorporating image transfers in collage •Tools and materials for altering photos •Altered photos as stand-alone artwork •Altered photos with collage Layering in Oil Pastel and Acrylic Paint Kathy Lull June 16, Saturday, 10:30am - 2:30pm $75 Explore an exciting technique using oil pastel and acrylic paint together in a single painting. (Yes, it can be done!) In this class oil pastel will be used like an underpainting under acrylic paint on Wallis paper, sanded pastel paper with real "tooth". The final painting can be mounted and varnished without requiring glass framing. See oil pastels in a new light and explore new creative possibilities with this medium. Supply list, bring a sack lunch.   HOW TO REGISTER By phone: Call Art Department at 503-364-7465 during business hours, registration requires a Visa or MasterCard payment. In person: You are welcome to register at Art Department during business hours. Students must pre-register and pay the full amount to reserve a space in the desired class or workshop. Minimum enrollment must be met to make a class a “go”. So to avoid disappointment, please register early! Class will be cancelled three business days prior to the first day of the first class IF the student minimum is not met. REFUND POLICY: If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be given. Withdrawals made more than five days prior to the first class session, will be issued a full refund minus a $10 registration processing fee. Withdrawals made five days or less, prior to the first class session, will NOT be refunded or credited.