This class will offer a traditional interpretation of the portrait. Class instruction will include gridding, analyzing tonal value, mixing flesh tone colors and composition. Please bring a photocopy of a photograph you want to work from. Bring what supplies you usually paint with, and your own canvases. Other materials will be discussed at the first class. This class is designed for those who have had some past drawing and painting experience. A material list will be available the first day of class.

*This class is available for renewal credit through NWAEA. 

Develop and explore the foundations for making successful watercolor paintings under the direction of our watercolor expert Glenda Drennen. Guided instruction and demonstrations are balanced with self-exploration. Students must provide their own supplies; however, paper will be available to purchase. Please bring a snack or sack lunch.

Prerequisite: Intermediate and advanced students only.

*This class is available for renewal credit through NWAEA. 

For more on this artist visit: http://glendadrennen.com

What do form, color, value, texture, shape, and line have in common? They are the elements of art, and the basis for a fun new class. You will explore mediums such as collage, painting and drawing. This is bound to be a beneficial and productive learning experience. A material list will be available the first day of class.

*This class is available for renewal credit through NWAEA. 

Beginners and intermediate can learn critical skills of capturing what the eyes see by developing and utilizing drawing skills during the first four weeks of class and then painting skills during the second four weeks. During class sessions we will use a combination of live models and still life set ups and music to create a relaxing and enjoyable art experience. A material list will be available the first day of class.

*This class is available for renewal credit through NWAEA. 

Paint for the sheer pleasure of the experience to learn, discover, and express your own personal vision. An introduction to basic watercolor techniques will be presented with step- by-step demonstrations that will provide inspiration and guidance to those seeking to work in the watercolor medium. No drawing or painting skills are required, just come on in, relax and enjoy each class in a peaceful and soothing atmosphere. Materials such as paint and brushes are provided, however students are responsible for purchasing their own paper.

*This class is available for renewal credit through NWAEA.