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 October 16th- October 23rd, 2023 Check out next week’s classes, workshops and events!  Fine Art Acrylics – Plein Air Painting (Ages 18+) October 17th – November 13th 9:30AM – 12:00PM Join artist Marilyn Hedlund for an indoor/outdoor in-person plein air painting class where nature will be your guide. Each class will begin indoors, with the option of moving outdoors for painting. Learn to use landscapes or seascapes as the basis for a painting. Your paintings will be impressionistic in the style of Monet and the other Impressionists. Learn More  Neurographica (Ages 13+) All Levels October 17th 6:00PM – 8:00PM Neurographica® is a method that enables you to change your perception of yourself and your surroundings by using drawing techniques. It was developed in 2014 by Pavel Piskarev, a Russian Psychologist. This 2 hour workshop introduces you to, and allows you to explore the process. Experience positive changes in your life through drawing, using the Neurographica® method. This process provides a way to express your feelings and make your dreams a reality. This month’s piece is called Shamanic Rain. Learn More  Art Seekers: Pre – K October 18th 10:00AM – 10:30AM Looking for the perfect way to introduce your Pre-K child to visual arts? This once a month class is perfect! Age 3-5 yr old children (who have not started Kindergarten) will discover fun ways to create process art. WHAT IS PROCESS ART AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Process Art is art that is child-directed, choice-driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. Therefore, the artwork is always unique and the focus lies in the creation of the work, not the final product. (cited from) https://tinkerlab.com/what-is-process-art-for-kids/ Space is limited so register today! This month we will be painting mini pumpkins. All supplies provided This is NOT a drop off class. Parents must stay for this class. Visit our Website  Fine Art Acrylics (Ages 18+) 5 Wednesdays October 18th – November 15th 9:30AM – 12:00PM In this critique based class student’s artwork and ideas will be shared freely. Each class begins and ends with a group critique session. In between group sessions students work at individual stations at their own pace. Each student will receive one-on-one guidance from the instructor. Inspiration comes through sharing ideas, the stimulating critiques and challenging assignments. Lecture/demos cover areas such as composition, form, color and contrast. Visit our Website  Beginning Belly Dance (Ages 18+) 6 Wednesdays October 18th – November 22nd 6:15PM – 7:15PM Have fun learning the ancient art and modern styles of this dynamic dance! Belly Dancing is a naturally low impact activity that improves posture, core strength, flexibility and the mind-body connection. Adults will learn the basic moves, steps and rhythms that are applicable to either traditional or tribal styles of Belly Dance in this course with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Danse Orientale Award recipient Sherry Coffey! No experience necessary. Learn More  Intro to Tribal Belly Dance (Ages 18+) 6 Wednesdays October 18th – November 22nd 6:15PM – 7:15PM Welcome to the world of Tribal Belly Dance! We will be exploring basic Global Caravan movements, steps and combos and their applications to group improvisational dance. Suitable for Beginners looking for a faster- paced class as well as more experienced dancers wishing to learn this format. Join Global Caravan Dance Company member and certified instructor Sherry Coffey for connection and fun! Learn More  Workshop Series: Getting your Art into Retail Environments Workshop 2: Transforming your Art into a Product Line October 18th 6:30PM – 9:00PM Transforming Your Art into A Product Line is geared toward helping artists think of their art as unique, desirable, and profitable wholesale products. Topics covered include product ideas, how to source supplies and services, and pricing for profit. Samples of your work/style will be requested a week before the workshop. Those who attended the first workshop will have an opportunity to receive feedback/suggestions on product direction. Please note: depending on the size of the workshop, not everyone will get feedback, but you will benefit from those that did. This class is part of an online series. Sign up for individual, or all three. All classes will take place via Zoom. Learn More  Creative Studio For Teens (Ages 12 – 18) October 19th 6:00PM – 8:00PM Grab your friends and join us for this awesome creative opportunity! Each month we will meet to explore a new medium with Instructor/Artist Terry Lynn Spry. Terry Lynn will lead us in a specific project incorporating a variety of supplies, or you can bring your own piece/portfolio to work on, in this creative, supportive environment. In October we’ll paint Landscapes with a focus on perspective. Bring a photo of landscape and Terry Lynn will teach you techniques to create a special painting. Project supplies will be provided for this class for a $5 supply fee, due at the beginning of class. Visit our Website  Qigong Excercise (Ages 18+) 8 Fridays October 20th – December 8th 10:00AM – 11AM “There is no drug or treatment that can match the body’s astonishing capability to heal itself” The Chinese word Qigong (chee-kung) means energy work and it is a highly effective ancient healing therapy that utilizes the mind and body’s Qi (energy) for improved health and longevity. Instructor Nancy Mayhew has studied the art of Qigong for over 15 years. In this weekly class you’ll learn simple, effective exercises that will help you relieve pain and rebuild strength and flexibility. Qigong can help improve bodily functions such as digestive, nervous and immune systems. And best of all, anyone can do it! Nancy says that in her 17 years as a personal trainer she has never seen anything like Qigong to help her students “reverse the clock” and become physically “younger”.! Visit our Website  Art-Tini Nights October 20th 6:00PM – 9:00PM Art-Tini Night was so popular this summer that we’re bringing it back for the fall! 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 3 tasty ‘Tinis per participant. In October we’ll be using acrylic paint to create a seasonal pumpkin scene. 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 Visit our Website  Art Seekers: 4th – 6th October 20th 10:AM – 11:30AM New and Improved day-time youth art classes! Whether your child is home-schooled, an online learner, or simply on a school break, join us for these monthly, age appropriate art classes. Students will discover and practice with different mediums, learn about a variety of styles and have fun creating with their peers! This month we will create masks. All supplies provided Visit our Website  Watercolor Painting (Ages 16+ Beginner Pro) 6 Saturdays October 21st – November 25th 9:30AM – 12:30PM Enjoy being creative with transparent watercolors Linda’s hands-on teaching technique allows you to create along with her in the classroom. Learn something new or refresh your skills. You will learn brush techniques, color theory, perspective, gradients, and composition. Each week is a new lesson complete with reference handouts. You will learn tricks that aren’t in the book and secrets for a successful painting. Visit our Website  Painting on Canvas Project: Halloween Cats (Ages 18+ Beginner – Intermediate) October 21st 9:30AM – 12:30PM Cool Cats Dig Halloween! Join Instructor/Artist Pat Smelkoff as she guides you thru creating this adorable canvas bag, just in time for Halloween! All Supplies Provided Visit our Website  Intro to Digital Arts October 21st 10:AM – 12:00PM 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’re 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! Visit our Website |