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 Don’t leaf us out of your plans this November! As we turkey the page to a new season, we’re offering a cornucopia of new classes. From our grounding SoulCollage® series, to the comedic relief of Improv, even a two-day workshop making mosaic trees, we have plenty of options to escape the chaos of the holiday season!  SoulCollage®: Let Your Wisdom Speak Fridays, Nov. 3-17 • Each session will take participants deeper into the practice of SoulCollage®. We will engage in the practice of SoulCollage® to access our own wisdom and guide. This creative and intuitive collage process allows you to explore the different aspects of your personality and soul and deepen your understanding of yourself and your place in the world. This course consists of three stand-alone sessions that may be taken individually or as a series. If you wish to register for all 3 sessions, please call the Alliance at 239-939-2787. To register for a single class, follow the links: Nov. 3 Nov. 10 Nov. 17 Register → View All Classes →  Adult Improv with Jamison Webb Sunday, Nov. 5, 9 am- noon • Join professional actor, Jamison Webb, for this once in a lifetime opportunity! This introduction to Improvisation (developed at Chicago’s Second City and seen on “Whose Line is It Anyway?”) is about playing together, laughter, joy and support. Through exercises and games, you will learn about the “rules” of Improv, agreement, listening, story, teamwork, and the basics of scenes. You will also improve your memory, self-confidence and overall health. And here’s the secret: Anyone can do it! There is no memorization, you don’t have to be funny and, best of all, there are no mistakes. Make new friends or bring old ones, give it a try and sign up today! Register → View All Classes →  Two-Day Mosaic Tree Workshop (16+) Thursday & Friday, Nov. 8 & 9, 10 am-1 pm • Using a variety of materials, such as stained glass, beads, stone, wood, etc. you will create your own unique Mosaic Tree. You may even bring your own sentimental trinkets, such as jewelry or beads, to personalize your tree. Day 1 of the workshop will consist of arranging and building your creation; Day 2 will be grouting and finishing, and will be a shorter day. Bring a friend and kick off the holidays creatively, together! Glass Cutting experience is helpful, but not required. Register → View All Classes →  Intro to Digital Arts (16+) Thursday, Nov. 30, 6:30-8:30 pm • Learn how to create characters, creatures, and environments using the power of digital editing tools like Photoshop and Procreate. We’ll go over the basics and tools of the types of software; different techniques of creating art; and how to apply everything to your own digital art. Whether you are brand new to the world of digital art or wanting to dive back in, this course is perfect for honing your skills towards a new medium of making art! Register → View All Classes →  Art-Tini Nights: Felted Landscape (21+) Friday, Nov. 17, 6-9 pm • Join the Alliance every 2nd Friday of the month as we get your creative juices flowing with craft cocktails. Each class will feature a different art project and three tasty ‘Tinis per participant. In November we’ll create felted landscapes. This class was so popular, we have to do it again! This class is perfect for a Girls Night Out, a fun date night or a just a great way to wind down after a busy week! All supplies provided. This class is for those 21 and over only. Register → View All Classes → Instructor Spotlight  Terry Lynn Spry Terry Lynn Spry began teaching with The Alliance in the summer of 2003, making her one of our longest running (and most popular!) Instructors. Currently, her favorite class to teach is Painting Portraits because she’s seen amazing progress in her students after studying portraits. When asked what she’s learned from her students, Terry Lynn says “Over the years I’ve learned so much about painting and art to how everyone is different, but we share this common love for creativity that has formed this community in my classes. I’ve met some amaz- ing people that have changed my life. Another thing I learned is never to give up and follow your dreams no matter how old you are.” The Alliance is proud that Terry Lynn has chosen to make us her teaching home! For Youth and Families  KidProv with Carmen Crussard Mondays & Wednesdays, Nov. 13-Dec. 6 • In this class Middle school age students will learn the basics of improvisation, a foundational acting skill. Twice a week, on Monday and Wednesday Alliance Youth Theatre Director, Carmen Crussard, will teach lessons that build on the previous week’s lesson. Register → View All Classes →  Art Seekers for Pre-K thru 12th Introducing our new Art Seekers program, day -ime Art classes designed for children of all ages. Whether your child is home-schooled, an online learner, or simply on a school break, join us for these monthly, age-appropriate art classes. Classes meet: Pre-K (ages 3-5)- Nov. 15 K-3rd grade- Nov. 10 4th-6th grades- Nov. 17 Creative Studio for Teens- Nov. 16 View All Youth Classes →  Free Family ArtLab Saturday, Nov. 18 • Drop in for this free, hands-on family activity based on the current gallery show, from 10 a.m. to noon. Find Out More → View All Classes →  Wednesday Night Market Wednesday, Nov. 8 • Join us under the stars every second Wednesday of the month from 5 pm to 8 pm for our pop-up Market. We feature a selection of art, live music, food trucks and beer and wine and a fun project for budding youth artists! Interested in becoming a vendor? Contact Danny at [email protected]. Find Out More → View All Classes → Check out our other classes here: ADULT & TEEN –Fluid Art-A Coastal Christmas –Qigong Exercise –Drawing Perspective Workshop –SoulCollage: Let Your Wisdom Speak-11/3 –Instructed Life Drawing with Francesco (18+) –Hula Dance (10+) –Adult Improv Workshop –Painting with Francesco (18+) –Zentangle for the Seasons (13+) –2-Day Mosaic Tree Workshop (16+) –Beginner Bonsai Workshop –SoulCollage: Let Your Wisdom Speak-11/10 –Getting Your Art into Retail: Greeting Cards –Bring Your Own Bonsai Tree Workshop –Fridays with Francesco –SoulCollage: Let Your Wisdom Speak-11/17 –Bring Your Own Bonsai Tree: Windswept Style –Art-Tini Nights: Felted Landscape (21+) –Wire-wrapped Jewelry Making (15+) –Fine Art Acrylic-Plein Air Painting (18+) –Fine Art Acrylics (18+) –Intro to Digital Art (16+) YOUTH –Hula Dance (Ages 3-9) –Improv for Youth (12-17) –Art Seekers: K-3rd Grade –KidProv: Into to Improvisation for Kids (11-14) –The Great Acting Teachers and Their Methods (14-18) –Creative Studio for Teens (12-18) –Art Seekers: 4th-6th Grades –Art Seekers: Pre-K –Free Famly ArtLab View All Classes → Our Bloom & Wallace Digital Arts Lab is now OPEN and we’re looking for Instructors:  In The Gallery  Whimsy & Wonder: Doug MacGregor In the Gallery November 3-25 • Opening Reception: November 3, 5-7pm • This event is open to the public. Come meet your neighbors and enjoy beverages and light refreshments from Jayne Baker at this event! Doug MacGregor shares his world of Whimsy and Wonder at the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers, November 3-25. With his pen, pencil and colorful brush, Doug will guide you through his creative world as an artist, cartoonist, and storyteller. Whimsical wildlife from land, sea and air will capture your heart and imagination. (Yes!… pigs, octopuses and sea cows do fly!) Take a ride down McGregor Blvd, stop at a pedestrian walk to let giant geckos and sea turtles pass you by. Theatre Gallery Artist: Fort Myers Beach Art Association This exhibit will feature work by twelve winners from the Fort Myers Beach Art Association’s 2022/23 season of exhibitions. Artists will include: Carol Baskin, Michele Barron Buelow, Cheryl Fausel, Helen Kinkin, Sandi McCabe, Nancy Morgan, Julie Nusbaum, Patricia Payzant, John Rizza, Star Sherwood, Kathy Summer and Kathy Taylor. In the Member’s Gallery: Michelle McDonald and Paul David Michelle J. McDonald was born in Jamaica, but has lived in the US since she was a child. She is a member of the Fort Myers Mural Society. She was involved in the Downtown Fort Myers River Basin Project and has a tile on display at the First Street Library. Paul David Adamick, commonly called ART MAN, is a retired elementary art teacher of 41 years. He has had four solo exhibitions at different galleries in Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Sanibel. He is a mixed media artist combining clay, fused glass and bent wire. Learn More  38th Annual All Florida Exhibition This annual show is the most anticipated of the year. As the name suggests, this exhibition features pieces created by artists working in a wide variety of media from all over the 65,000 square miles that make up Florida. The juried entries come together for an award-winning and exciting exhibition representing today’s contemporary Florida artists. The exhibition will be on display March 1 – 30, 2024. Open to all artists residing in Florida. Only original artwork will be accepted, no giclee. An entry consists of 1 to 3 artworks. Non-refundable Entry Fee is $25.00 for one entry and $5 for each additional entry up to 3. Alliance for the Arts members may use coupon code Member10 to receive $10 off the entry fee. Submissions due January 15, 2024. Download the Prospectus → Submit Your Work →    Alliance for the Arts • ArtInLee.org 239-939-2787 • 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers Membership • Donate • Classes • Exhibits • Theatre • Digital Arts Lab  |