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Mixed Media Art Experience with Artist Carla Valentino New Time and Day ADDED!

Mixed Media Art Experience with Artist Carla Valentino Spring Session

$128.00

Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm April 16 - June 11 2025

Mixed Media Art Experience

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST CARLA VALENTINO

 This class will explore combining a variety of materials such as acrylic paint, paper of all kinds, found objects etc. to create one of a kind layered pieces.

  Acrylic pouring, collage, gelli printing and assemblage are some of the techniques that will be employed. Assorted surfaces including paper, wood, cardboard, canvas and even fabric will be used in the projects.

  No experience necessary!

4 week 2 hour course $192.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

Mixed Media Experience

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Mixed Media Art Experience with Carla Valentino *Spring Class*

$320.00

Sold out

Fridays, 10am - 12pm, April 12 - June 21 , 2024

​Instructor Carla Valentino will introduce and then explore the nearly limitless possibilities and combinations that are available to the mixed media artist. Ink, pencil, pastel, paint( acrylic, watercolor or encaustic), paper of all kinds, cardboard, prints, photos and different found objects are just some of the materials that can be incorporated into a unique mixed media work. No experience necessary- just a willingness to experiment with a variety of materials. The works of mixed media artists such as Picasso, Matisse and Rauschenberg, as well as more contemporary artists will be studied.

​10 week 2 hour course $320 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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If you would like to register and start now for any classes that have started, please call Colorest during business hours to register, classes are prorated. 732-741-0001

Drawing and Painting Techniques -9pm with Scott Nickerson Monday Spring Ext.

$64.00

Mondays *New Time* 6:30pm - 8:30pm, June 9 - June 16 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

​​2 week 2 hour course $64.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Drawing and Painting Techniques with Scott Nickerson Tuesday Afternoon Spring Ext.

$117.00

Tuesday 12:30pm - 3pm   June 3 - June 17 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques 

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

3 week 2 1/2hour course $117.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Drawing and Painting Techniques with Scott Nickerson Weds Afternoon Spring Ext.

$96.00

Wednesday 1pm - 3pm June 4 - June 18 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor, based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

​​3 week 2 hour course $96.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

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​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Portrait Painting with Professional Artist Scott Nickerson Spring Ext.

$117.00

Wednesdays 9:30am-12 June 4 - June 18 2025

Portrait Painting! 

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Nothing enhances your skills in drawing and painting more than working from a live model. I will take you through the steps of the old masters approach to painting and drawing from a model in long pose. Each week we will tackle value, color, edges, blending, and impasto.

Each class will be 2 1/2 hours long. Model used in most classes (Model fee extra split by class)

3 week 2 1/2 hour course $117.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Monday Spring Ext.

$117.00

Monday 10am - 12:30 June 9 - June 23 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

3 week 2 1/2 hour course $117.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

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Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Spring Ext.

$96.00

Tuesdays *New Time* 6:30 - 8:30pm June 3 - June 17 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

​3 week 2 hour course $96.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly emails, 2 to 4, stay updated to not miss on sales, new classes, workshops or demonstrations!

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

Register Here

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Saturday Spring Ext.

$117.00

Saturday 10am-12:30pm June 14 - June 28 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST CHERYL GRIESBACH

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

​ 3 week 2 1/2 hour course $117.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

    

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Illustration and Comic Techniques Course with Sean Pryor Spring Session

$96.00

​Wednesday 4pm - 6pm April 23 - June 6 2025

Illustration and Comic Techniques

     WITH ARTIST/ILLUSTRATOR SEAN PRYOR

In the Illustration and Comic Technique course we go over the processes of creating a singular dynamic image or visual storytelling through creating several pages to form a visual narrative. Students will learn such skills as drawing anatomy, perspective, determining light sources, inking, and color theory, putting all these skills together to create a singular image or visual narrative that can give the creator a new way to express themselves as an artist.

For all ages 10 & up.

Sean’s career has landed him working with cultural luminaries such as Harvey Pekar, Blondie, and Weird Al Yankovic. Some of the work from those previously mentioned has gone on to in some cases be a NY Times instant best seller (Face It by Debbie Harry) and others receiving an Eisner nomination (The Illustrated Al by Alfred Yankovic). His art has appeared in such press outlets as the New York Times, Juxtapoz Magazine, and MTV.com

3 week 2 hour course 96.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Landscapes and More Painting Classes with Mark Saenger Summer Session

$256.00

Thursdays 10am - 12pm June 5 - July 24 2025

PAINTING CLASSES in oil or acrylics focusing on landscape, still life and other subjects based off of each students interest.

These classes will be open to ALL Levels 

* Receive individual Guidance 

* Express your own unique style. 

 Understand the Principles & Fundamentals 

Class Subjects; 

 How to get that “Magical Look” & Feel into your work,  The Use of Photos, Composition, Value, Color, Edges, Atmosphere.                     

 Secrets, Tips and Tricks & More!       

Mark will use a combination of Lecture, Demos & One-on-One Personal Instruction. 

Students who participate in these series of classes will explore the subjects listed above in depth, while working on  personal paintings & Group projects .

8 week 2 hour course $256.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

Supply List

https://files.constantcontact.com/827265a5201/50c68ea8-7978-4c0c-b3e6-b8a2ba799bff.docx

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Register Here

Landscapes and More Painting Classes with Mark Saenger Summer Session

$256.00

Wednesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm June 4 - June 23 2025

PAINTING CLASSES in oil or acrylics focusing on landscape, still life and other subjects based off of each students interest.

These classes will be open to ALL Levels 

* Receive individual Guidance 

* Express your own unique style. 

 Understand the Principles & Fundamentals 

Class Subjects; 

 How to get that “Magical Look” & Feel into your work,  The Use of Photos, Composition, Value, Color, Edges, Atmosphere.                     

 Secrets, Tips and Tricks & More!       

Mark will use a combination of Lecture, Demos & One-on-One Personal Instruction. 

Students who participate in these series of classes will explore the subjects listed above in depth, while working on  personal paintings & Group projects .

8 week 2 hour course $256.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

Supply List

https://files.constantcontact.com/827265a5201/50c68ea8-7978-4c0c-b3e6-b8a2ba799bff.docx

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Register Here