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The Basics of Drawing

a specially designed class for our non-artists

Instructor: Sue Funk

Using careful observation and deconstruction of subjects, learn the fundamentals of drawing. Through shading, cross-hatching, and perspective, students will discover how to create the illusion of texture and dimension. Lessons include line drawing, sketching, and gesture drawing. Enjoy the basics of drawing in a relaxed and informal class that easily inspires new or returning artists.

Beginner

Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm

June 29 - August 10

7 Sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $30

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Figure Drawing

Instructor: Robert Collins

This class is designed to invigorate your drawing. Through a detailed investigation of the human body, students will learn how to rebuild the body on paper. Start with gesture drawings and muscular studies; finish with articulated drawings of the figure. This class welcomes new and returning students to work in their favorite media.

Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm

June 29 � August 10

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Model fee: $50

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Life Drawing Open Studio Drop- In

Monitor: Ruth Kates

Designed for the artist who wishes to work from a live model in a comfortable atmosphere. Poses range from 1 minute to 1 hour. Bring your own supplies. No instruction provided. Please call the office for class location 617-566-5715.

$15 per session or $135 for 10 sessions

Fridays, offsite & ongoing, 10:00am - 1:00pm

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Flora and Fauna

Instructor: Anne Steinman

Learn to realistically capture the natural color and texture of flowers and animals using pencil and watercolor techniques. Fine-tune your observation skills as you learn how to draw flowers, plants and animals with attention to detail and color accuracy. Explore light and shade, form, and color mixing. Focusing on textures such as fur, feathers and scales you will master the facial expressions, natural patterns and the unique characteristics of plants and animals. Numerous demonstrations and individual attention included. All abilities welcome. Limited to 10.

Beginner / Intermediate

Thursdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm

July 2 - August 13

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $20

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Beginning Oil Painting

Beginner / Intermediate

Learn the basic methods and secrets of oil painting through demonstrations, guidance, and class exercises. Students will study light and learn the techniques of the masters. Delve into this forgiving medium and refine your skills. All levels welcome and individual styles encouraged. Materials list will be provided at first class meeting.

Instructor: Claudine Metrick

Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

June 30 - August 11

7 Sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $30

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Watercolor & Drawing Intensive

Instructor: Wendy Soneson

Beginners learn everything about watercolor in one week, while advanced students get to indulge in their favorite activity full time. Like summer camp for grown-ups, this week is always full of surprises and joy.

All levels

Monday - Friday, 10:00am-1:00pm and 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

June 22-26

M: $270 NM: $300 Still life fee: $25

*Students may take this as a half day class 5 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Still life fee: $25

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Intensive Oil Painting: Landscape Painting

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Kim Mellema

Emphasis will be on observation and composition of landscapes. Students will look at how different light sources change the local color of objects. Three-value thumbnail sketches will be used to design the composition. Open to both beginners and those with experience.



Mondays, 12:30-3:30pm

April 6 - June 15 (off April 20, May 25)

9 sessions M: $231 NM: $257

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Painting with Acrylics

Instructor: Peg Kane

No more flat acrylic paints! Join Peg Kane and learn the fantastic qualities and techniques of acrylic painting. As an ever-growing medium, acrylics allow artists to broaden their range of painting to incorporate new textures and surfaces. Learn how to use glazes, pastes, and layering to accomplish realistic and 3-dimensional artwork. Limited to 8.

Fridays, 12:00-2:30pm

July 17 � August 21

6 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Materials: $35

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Intensive Oil Painting

Instructor: Kim Mellema

Students learn the basics of oil painting in a focused and supportive environment. Open to intermediate and experienced students. Focus will be on observation and composition of still lifes and landscapes. Students will look at how different light sources change the local color of objects. Three-value thumbnail sketches are used to design compositions.

Thursdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm; 12:30 - 3:30pm
Note: Morning section is open to beginner's.

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $459 NM: $510

Students may take this as a half day class

* Half-day class: 9 sessions M: $231 NM: $257

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Comics for Adults

Instructor: Raul Gonzalez

Revitalize your drawing by incorporating new levels of thinking and observation into your compositions. Lessons will include how to develop strong characters and supernatural scenes. Utilizing basic drawing techniques, this class will teach students how to transform everyday life or depict superhuman fantasies into a comic narrative. Unleash your creativity with this exciting genre.

Beginner through Advanced


Wednesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

July 1 - August 12

7 Sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $30

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Jewelry & Metalsmithing, all levels

Learn to make beautiful jewelry with an introduction to metalsmithing techniques. Your teacher will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. You can make earrings, bracelets, brooches, boxes and more. Teachers can also introduce hollow forms, stone setting, stone inlay, repousse and reticulation. Projects vary with experience level and teachers. Silver available for a small additional fee. Limited to 6.

Instructor: Ilah Cibis

Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

June 29 � August 10

Instructor: Melissa Finelli

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

June 30 � August 11

Instructor: Karenna Maraj

Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm

July 2 - August 13

Instructor: Margaret Langdell

Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm

July 10 - August 21

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $60

Jewelry and Metalsmithing: Intensive

Instructor: Margaret Langdell

Monday - Friday, 6:00 - 9:00pm

June 22-26

5 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Materials: $30

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Kinetic Sculpture: Making Mobiles

Instructor: Vladimir Barsukov

There is something magical about mobiles. Like living creatures, they move and have personalities; they can be humorous, meditative, or graceful. In this class we will take a look at works of some of the most famous kinetic artists such as Alexander Calder and George Rickey. Students will work with different types of wire and geometrical shapes of wood, plastic, metal sheets, etc. to create their own mobiles. We will explore ways to balance, assemble, and hang mobiles; students will be encouraged to create their own unique designs. Limited to 6.

Fridays, 6:00 - 8:00pm

July 24 � August 14

4 sessions M: $72 NM: $80 Materials: $35

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Enameling

Open to ages 14+

Enameling is the process of fusing glass onto metal. Enamels are available in a rainbow of colors, used in jewelry and metal plaques. In this class students will learn the principles of metal preparation, enamel application and finishing processes. Beginners can expect to leave with finished pieces of jewelry or a small dishes. Intermediate and advanced students can use this as a chance to explore new techniques or continue working on projects of their own design. Limited to 6.


Instructor: Margaret Langdell

Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30pm

July 11 - August 22


Saturdays, 1:00-4:00pm

July 11 - August 22

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $60

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NEW! Beaded Jewelry Intensive

Instructor: Ashley Procopio

Come learn the joys of creating and making your own beaded jewelry! Learn how to use the proper tools and materials. Start and finish pieces such as necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Instructions will cover a variety of techniques that will take you from basic beading to more intricate designs and methods, such as multi-strand pieces and wire wrapping.

Monday - Friday, 6:00-9:00pm

August 24-28

5 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Materials: $30

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Beaded Jewelry

Instructor: Ashley Procopio

Come learn the joys of creating and making your own beaded jewelry! Learn how to use the proper tools and materials. Start and finish pieces such as necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Instructions will cover a variety of techniques that will take you from basic beading to more intricate designs and methods, such as multi-strand pieces and wire wrapping.

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm

June 30 � August 11

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $50

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Batik

Instructor: George Summers

Wednesdays, 7:00-9:30 pm

With its colorful, marbled effects, batik offers a variety of possibilities for decorating fabric. Batik is made with richly colored dyes and designs painted in wax. You can express your unique style in scarves and other clothing, pillows and household decorations, wall hangings, sculpture or greeting cards with this inspiring medium. Drop-in is optional for repeat students.

July 8, 22, August 5 & 26

4 sessions M: $90 NM: $100 Materials: $35

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Express Yourself with Decoupage

Instructor: Jennifer Sherr

This class will focus on the basic techniques of decoupage and faux painting. Learn to transform objects into something to fit your style, creating fresh customized works of art that will reflect your own personality. Make lampshades, boxes, trays and other creative ideas. No prior experience is necessary. Students should bring their favorite pre-cut images to the first class.

Thursdays, 6:30 -8:30pm

July 2 - August 13

6 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Materials: $15

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Wheelthrowing

All Levels

Beginner classes focus on wheel throwing fundamentals. Intermediate and advanced classes allow students to expand their repertoire of forms. Demonstrations include plates, lids, handles, altered forms, and throwing off the hump. The class focuses on quality of design and execution. All levels will learn about glazes, underglazes, slips, and decorating techniques. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests and work at their own pace on individual projects. Limited to 6.

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Mike Clement

Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm

July 6 � August 17

Intermediate / Advanced

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30pm

July 8 � August 19

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm

July 9 � August 20

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Marc Mancuso

Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm

July 10 � August 21

7 sessions M: $189 NM: $210 Materials: $60

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Calligraphy & Illumination

Instructor: Sue Funk

Long before computers and printed manuscripts scribes carefully hand-printed books. Today calligraphy is an art form and illumination is the decoration and story around letters. In this class, students will learn to use a calligraphy pen, create the alphabet and then illuminate letters with watercolor and art markers. All levels are welcome to participate.

Monday through Friday, 6:00-9:30pm

August 17 - 21

5 sessions M: $135 NM: $150 Materials: $35

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From Memories to Art

Instructor: Adrienne Vodraska

Take your memories beyond photo albums and scrapbooks. Turn them into works of art! In this course students will learn to transfer their own images to a variety of surfaces including fabric, wood, paintings and tiles. We will then discover a world of surface embellishments including embroidery, collage with paper, collage with small objects, painting, drawing, and using text. The possibilities are endless, ranging from 2D to 3D, decorative to functional!

Mondays, 6:30-9:00pm

July 13, 20, 27, and August 3

4 sessions M: $90 NM: $100 Materials: $30

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Jewelry & Metalsmithing: A Metals Sampler Intensive

Instructor: Heather Wang and Margaret Langdell

Monday - Friday, 10:00am � 2:00pm

This class will explore the different types of metals used in metalsmithing. Techniques include shaping, soldering, piercing, etching and embellishing in copper and brass. Silver available for a small additional fee. Limited to 6.

Section 1: June 29 - July 3 Section 2: July 6 - 10

Section 3: July 13 - 17 Section 2: Section 4: July 20 - 24

Section 5: July 27 - 31 Section 6: August 3 - 7

Section 7: August 10 - 14

5 sessions M: $153 NM: $170 Materials: $35

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