Class for Summer 2012
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See a class that has started already? No problem, we'll prorate the class. Don't worry about what you may have missed, students are helped on an individual level from instructors. Classes are listed in starting date order. Don't want to register for all the classes? Then call us or stop by to register for the "drop-in" rates and to check class availability.
Colorest students receive a 20% discount on all art materials and from our custom framing department for the duration of the course.
See a class that has started already? No problem, we'll prorate the class. Don't worry about what you may have missed, students are helped on an individual level from instructors. Classes are listed in starting date order. Don't want to register for all the classes? Then call us or stop by to register for the "drop-in" rates and to check class availability.
Colorest students receive a 20% discount on all art materials and from our custom framing department for the duration of the course.
Painting the Views from the Twins Lights in Oil - Instructor Scott Nickerson
Tuesday 10am- Noon June 12 - August 21 No Class June 19 & July 3 Students must be available Thursday June 14 & 21 to meet at Twin Lights (if rained out the 14 we meet the 21)
The views are amazing from the Twin Lights including the New York skyline. Instructor Scott Nickerson will take you step by step on how to collect the right information to compose a beautiful landscape painting in oil. From materials to proper reference to collect "on location". First class at Colorest Studio 2nd class to meet "on location". For reference photos and sketches.
Following classes will be back at studio.
10 week course.
The views are amazing from the Twin Lights including the New York skyline. Instructor Scott Nickerson will take you step by step on how to collect the right information to compose a beautiful landscape painting in oil. From materials to proper reference to collect "on location". First class at Colorest Studio 2nd class to meet "on location". For reference photos and sketches.
Following classes will be back at studio.
10 week course.
$
270.00
Back to Basics- Portrait Oil Painting with Instructor Scott Nickerson
Wednesdays June 13- August 22 10am- Noon No Class July 4
Instructor Scott Nickerson breaks down the basic foundation to a great portrait painting. From materials to use to step by step approach on how to get the quality results you are looking for while painting a portrait. 10 week course June 13- August 22 No class July 4, Model used in most classes (Model fee extra split by class)
Instructor Scott Nickerson breaks down the basic foundation to a great portrait painting. From materials to use to step by step approach on how to get the quality results you are looking for while painting a portrait. 10 week course June 13- August 22 No class July 4, Model used in most classes (Model fee extra split by class)
$
270.00
Painting Bouguereau's with Instructor Scott Nickerson
Wednesday June 13- August 22 1-3pm No class July 4
Instructor Scott Nickerson will give students a choice of 3 reference pictures of a Bouguereau painting or bring a favorite of your own. Copy a master painting in oil and discover the magic of this Old Master.
10 week course.
Instructor Scott Nickerson will give students a choice of 3 reference pictures of a Bouguereau painting or bring a favorite of your own. Copy a master painting in oil and discover the magic of this Old Master.
10 week course.
$
270.00
Oil Painting with Instructor Scott Nickerson
Wednesday June 13- August 22 7-9pm No class July 4
This class will offer 2 choices for it's students.
Choice 1- Classic oil painting with Scott Nickerson. Learn classic oil painting techniques used by the great masters. Still Life, Landscape, Trompe l'oeil and portrait can all be explored in this class. Beginner to advance is welcome.
or
Choice 2-Work on a painting to enter into a prestigious competition with cash prizes and medals. Deadline for competition is in September.
10 week course
This class will offer 2 choices for it's students.
Choice 1- Classic oil painting with Scott Nickerson. Learn classic oil painting techniques used by the great masters. Still Life, Landscape, Trompe l'oeil and portrait can all be explored in this class. Beginner to advance is welcome.
or
Choice 2-Work on a painting to enter into a prestigious competition with cash prizes and medals. Deadline for competition is in September.
10 week course
$
270.00
Gamblin Torrit Grey Competition with Instructor Scott
Mondays June 18-August 20 7-9pm No class July 2
Gamblin Oil Paint has a yearly contest with a complimentary paint made once a year called torrit grey.(rules below) Instructor Scott Nickerson will guide students in developing the piece for the competition and all while you are learning to paint. Beginner to advanced encouraged to take class. Competition deadline is October 1,2012. Anyone wanting to continue with their painting in September the opportunity will be available. This is a great class for studying grey scale painting, no pressure to enter competition.
So why not go for it!
Painters are invited to take the challenge of creating a value based painting using only Torrit Grey and any black or white oil paint. Winners will receive a supply of their choice of Gamblin Artists' materials. All participating artists will be notified of results and all entries will be displayed in our online gallery following completion of the jurying process.
First Prize $500 in Gamblin Artists' Materials
Honorable Mentions $350 in Gamblin Artists' Materials*Two Honorable Mention prizes will be awarded.
Gamblin Oil Paint has a yearly contest with a complimentary paint made once a year called torrit grey.(rules below) Instructor Scott Nickerson will guide students in developing the piece for the competition and all while you are learning to paint. Beginner to advanced encouraged to take class. Competition deadline is October 1,2012. Anyone wanting to continue with their painting in September the opportunity will be available. This is a great class for studying grey scale painting, no pressure to enter competition.
So why not go for it!
Painters are invited to take the challenge of creating a value based painting using only Torrit Grey and any black or white oil paint. Winners will receive a supply of their choice of Gamblin Artists' materials. All participating artists will be notified of results and all entries will be displayed in our online gallery following completion of the jurying process.
First Prize $500 in Gamblin Artists' Materials
Honorable Mentions $350 in Gamblin Artists' Materials*Two Honorable Mention prizes will be awarded.
$
245.00
Life Drawing with Instructor Scott Nickerson
Fridays June 1- June 29 10am- Noon
Figure drawing-- working from live nude model on short poses and long poses all drawing materials welcome. Main focus will be on capturing the gesture, structure, and rendering the form using lights and darks. Individual instruction will be given as well as side demonstrations. 5 week course (plus small model fee to be split by class)
Figure drawing-- working from live nude model on short poses and long poses all drawing materials welcome. Main focus will be on capturing the gesture, structure, and rendering the form using lights and darks. Individual instruction will be given as well as side demonstrations. 5 week course (plus small model fee to be split by class)
$
135.00
Oil painting with Scott Nickerson
Mondays July 9- August 27 9:30-12:30
Learn classic oil painting techniques used by the great masters. Still Life, Landscape, Trompe l'oeil and portrait can all be explored in this class. Beginner to advance is welcome. The studio is equipped with easels, painter's stools and great lighting! Don't miss this opportunity. Early registration is recommended, class size will be limited. Class is expected to fill up quickly.
8 week course
Learn classic oil painting techniques used by the great masters. Still Life, Landscape, Trompe l'oeil and portrait can all be explored in this class. Beginner to advance is welcome. The studio is equipped with easels, painter's stools and great lighting! Don't miss this opportunity. Early registration is recommended, class size will be limited. Class is expected to fill up quickly.
8 week course
$
324.00
Painting In Watercolor with Instructor Ken Stetz
Mondays July 9- August 20 10am- Noon
Study the techniques used to create strong vibrant watercolor paintings. The class will cover composition, drawing on watercolor paper, light and shadow, color mixing, color application, controlling edges and managing your palette. Explore subject matter such as landscapes, seascapes, and people. Beginners to advanced painters are welcome. Instructor Ken Stetz works with students on an individual basis. Work from your own material or from pre-worked studies provided by Ken.
Study the techniques used to create strong vibrant watercolor paintings. The class will cover composition, drawing on watercolor paper, light and shadow, color mixing, color application, controlling edges and managing your palette. Explore subject matter such as landscapes, seascapes, and people. Beginners to advanced painters are welcome. Instructor Ken Stetz works with students on an individual basis. Work from your own material or from pre-worked studies provided by Ken.
$
190.00
Painting In Watercolor with Instructor Ken Stetz
Tuesdays July 10- August 21 7-9pm No Class July 24
Study the techniques used to create strong vibrant watercolor paintings. The class will cover composition, drawing on watercolor paper, light and shadow, color mixing, color application, controlling edges and managing your palette. Explore subject matter such as landscapes, seascapes, and people. Beginners to advanced painters are welcome. Instructor Ken Stetz works with students on an individual basis. Work from your own material or from pre-worked studies provided by Ken.
Study the techniques used to create strong vibrant watercolor paintings. The class will cover composition, drawing on watercolor paper, light and shadow, color mixing, color application, controlling edges and managing your palette. Explore subject matter such as landscapes, seascapes, and people. Beginners to advanced painters are welcome. Instructor Ken Stetz works with students on an individual basis. Work from your own material or from pre-worked studies provided by Ken.
$
165.00
Weekends with Mario Robinson graphite, watercolor & pastel
Saturday June 23- July 7 11am - 2pm
(this class added at the request of last sessions students...they just can't wait until July for the next class to start! =D )
This class will focus on painting the figure (portrait). Participants will be offered the option to work in watercolor, pastel or graphite. Students can expect individual critiques and an intense focus on materials. The goal is to approach the portrait with a high level of creative skill as well as a deep appreciation for the human experience. The class is designed for all levels. Beginners will receive a comprehensive introduction, while advanced students will be given instruction on a higher level of technical proficiency. there will be demonstrations by the instructor throughout the duration of the classes. Reference will be from photos (no models)
(this class added at the request of last sessions students...they just can't wait until July for the next class to start! =D )
This class will focus on painting the figure (portrait). Participants will be offered the option to work in watercolor, pastel or graphite. Students can expect individual critiques and an intense focus on materials. The goal is to approach the portrait with a high level of creative skill as well as a deep appreciation for the human experience. The class is designed for all levels. Beginners will receive a comprehensive introduction, while advanced students will be given instruction on a higher level of technical proficiency. there will be demonstrations by the instructor throughout the duration of the classes. Reference will be from photos (no models)
$
113.00
Techniques Using Pencils, Pens & Brushes with Instructor Ken Stetz
Thursdays July 12- August 23 10am- Noon No Class July 26
This class will cover the fundamentals of good drawing as well as studying specific techniques when using pencils, charcoal, pens and water based mediums. Explore landscapes, structures in landscapes, bodies of water, and figures as we find subjects from the area around us. This class will have some sessions on location. 6 week course
This class will cover the fundamentals of good drawing as well as studying specific techniques when using pencils, charcoal, pens and water based mediums. Explore landscapes, structures in landscapes, bodies of water, and figures as we find subjects from the area around us. This class will have some sessions on location. 6 week course
$
165.00
Creating a dynamic college portfolio With Fine Artist / Illustrator Ken Stetz
Thursdays July 12- August 23 4:30- 6:30pm No Class July 26
Learn advanced university level drawing and media techniques as you create original art that will showcase your artistic strengths and individuality. Ken Stetz is a widely published illustrator and a gallery represented fine artist with extensive experience dealing with many major art universities. The success of his past students speaks for itself. Carnegie Mellon, UArts, FIT, SVA, Syracuse, Kutztown,SCAD, and Tyler School of Art at Temple University are all programs that have accepted students from his portfolio classes. 6 week course.
Learn advanced university level drawing and media techniques as you create original art that will showcase your artistic strengths and individuality. Ken Stetz is a widely published illustrator and a gallery represented fine artist with extensive experience dealing with many major art universities. The success of his past students speaks for itself. Carnegie Mellon, UArts, FIT, SVA, Syracuse, Kutztown,SCAD, and Tyler School of Art at Temple University are all programs that have accepted students from his portfolio classes. 6 week course.
$
175.00
MASTERS TECHNIQUES - Pencils to Paintbrushes with Instructor Ken Stetz
Thursdays July 12- August 23 7- 9pm No Class July 26
Recreate master drawings and paintings from some of America’s greatest artists such as Homer, Sargent, Wyeth, Cassatt as we study their techniques in graphite and charcoal, colored pencils and pastel, watercolor and ink tense pencils, and painting in water based mediums. Choose from master still life’s, landscapes, and portraits and children's portraits. Reproductions will be provided. 6 week course.
Recreate master drawings and paintings from some of America’s greatest artists such as Homer, Sargent, Wyeth, Cassatt as we study their techniques in graphite and charcoal, colored pencils and pastel, watercolor and ink tense pencils, and painting in water based mediums. Choose from master still life’s, landscapes, and portraits and children's portraits. Reproductions will be provided. 6 week course.
$
165.00
Weekends with Mario Robinson pastel, graphite & watercolor
Saturday July 14- August 11 11am - 2pm
This class will focus on painting the figure (portrait). Participants will be offered the option to work in watercolor, pastel or graphite. Students can expect individual critiques and an intense focus on materials. The goal is to approach the portrait with a high level of creative skill as well as a deep appreciation for the human experience. The class is designed for all levels. Beginners will receive a comprehensive introduction, while advanced students will be given instruction on a higher level of technical proficiency. there will be demonstrations by the instructor throughout the duration of the classes. Reference will be from photos (no models)
This class will focus on painting the figure (portrait). Participants will be offered the option to work in watercolor, pastel or graphite. Students can expect individual critiques and an intense focus on materials. The goal is to approach the portrait with a high level of creative skill as well as a deep appreciation for the human experience. The class is designed for all levels. Beginners will receive a comprehensive introduction, while advanced students will be given instruction on a higher level of technical proficiency. there will be demonstrations by the instructor throughout the duration of the classes. Reference will be from photos (no models)
$
185.00
Mixed Media Art Experience with Artist Carla Valentino
Tuesdays 4- 6pm July 17- August 21
Mixed Media Art Experience: This class provides students with the opportunity to experiment with a variety of drawing, painting, printmaking and collage media. Acrylic paint, watercolor, ink, pastel, pencil ,colored pencil and mono printing are among the materials to be explored. No experience necessary! 6 week course Great class for teens and adults!
Mixed Media Art Experience: This class provides students with the opportunity to experiment with a variety of drawing, painting, printmaking and collage media. Acrylic paint, watercolor, ink, pastel, pencil ,colored pencil and mono printing are among the materials to be explored. No experience necessary! 6 week course Great class for teens and adults!
$
165.00
Pastel Painting with Artist Salomon Kadoche
Thursday 10am- 1 pm July 12- August 9
This is a class for people interested in knowing anything about pastels. Whether you are an experienced pastel artist or somebody completely new to pastels, you'll find this very talented instructor Salomon Kadoche interesting with lots of useful information and advice on how to create beautiful pastel paintings. Mr. Kadoche was born in Casablanca, Morocco and has dedicated his life to perfecting his craft and producing quality work. Now settled in Monroe he explores undiscovered places in the Garden State and continues to produce breathtaking renditions of realism. 5 week course $60 per individual class
This is a class for people interested in knowing anything about pastels. Whether you are an experienced pastel artist or somebody completely new to pastels, you'll find this very talented instructor Salomon Kadoche interesting with lots of useful information and advice on how to create beautiful pastel paintings. Mr. Kadoche was born in Casablanca, Morocco and has dedicated his life to perfecting his craft and producing quality work. Now settled in Monroe he explores undiscovered places in the Garden State and continues to produce breathtaking renditions of realism. 5 week course $60 per individual class
$
260.00
Comic Book Techniques! - Instructor Artist Sean Pryor
Wednesdays 4- 6pm June 6- August 1
Kids, Teen & Adults Have you ever been interested in comics, cartooning or drawing characters? Let Instructor Sean help you develop the skills and know-how to finish a well composed piece of art! We are looking to build a "community" for you like minded people to get together and have a positive, motivating atmosphere to come together. Give this class a try and let's start building this most interesting group! Check out his photo album of artwork on our facebook page! “like” the Colorest Art Supplies page to follow the progress of Mr.Pryor’s students and many other students of Colorest! 8 week course
Kids, Teen & Adults Have you ever been interested in comics, cartooning or drawing characters? Let Instructor Sean help you develop the skills and know-how to finish a well composed piece of art! We are looking to build a "community" for you like minded people to get together and have a positive, motivating atmosphere to come together. Give this class a try and let's start building this most interesting group! Check out his photo album of artwork on our facebook page! “like” the Colorest Art Supplies page to follow the progress of Mr.Pryor’s students and many other students of Colorest! 8 week course
$
210.00
