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Portraiture Drawing

Instructor: Kim Mellema

This class is a full investigation of portraiture. Learn to realistically convey the character of faces. Lessons include detailed instruction on how to draw anatomically correct head and facial forms, and the practice of taking accurate measurements of the head. As you draw facial features in detail you will build your skills in capturing your subject's character.

Beginner / Intermediate

Mondays, 9:00am-12:00pm

April 5 - June 14 (off April 19, May 31)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Model Fee: $40

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Figure Drawing

Instructor: Dana Levin

Mondays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm 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

April 5 - June 14 (off April 19, May 31)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 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.

$17 per session or $150 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, 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 8 - June 10 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $30

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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 skilled 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: Vanessa Irzyk

Wednesday, 12:00 – 3:00pm

April 7 - June 9 (off April 21)

Instructor: Veronika Shimanovskaya

Fridays 6:30 - 9:30 pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297

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Watercolor & Drawing

Instructor: Wendy Soneson

Beginners and advanced students mix happily in this informal class. Novices learn from watching techniques in action, and veterans eavesdrop on the lessons given to newcomers. Students work from still life, photos, and prints and each student works individually with the instructor. Students may bring their own projects. A list of supplies will be provided at the first session. Limited to 14.

All levels

Fridays, 10:00am-1:00pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm

April 10 - June 12 (off May 1)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Still life fee: $25

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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 5 - June 14 (off April 19, May 31

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297

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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

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $30

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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 8 - June 10 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $534 NM: $594

Students may take this as a half day class

* Half-day class: 9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297

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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.


Wednesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 7 - June 9 (off April 21)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $25

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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.

Beginning/Intermediate:

Instructor: Leslie Shershow

Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 5 - June 14 (off April 19, May 31)

8 sessions M: $238 NM: $264 Materials: $55

Instructor: Leslie Shershow

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 6 - June 8 (off April 20)

Instructor:Karenna Maraj

Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 8 - June 10 (off April 22)

Instructor:Heather Wang

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

Instructor:Margaret Langdell

Fridays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Levels: Intermediate/Advanced

Instructor: Beth Gerstein,

Director of Society of Arts and Crafts, Boston

Wednesday, 7:00 - 10:00pm, dates TBA

5 sessions M: $149 NM: $165 Materials: $35

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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

April 9 - May 7 (off April 23)

4 sessions M: $79 NM: $88 Materials: $30

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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, as well as small glass "flower" chips and decal sheets. Suitable for beginners to advanced students. In this class, students learn the principles of metal preparation, enamel application and finishing processes. Returning students can explore new techniques, or continue working on projects of their own design. Limited to 6.


Instructor: Heather Wang

Fridays, 3:00-6:00pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $50


Instructor: Margaret Langdell

Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30pm

April 10 - June 12 (off May 1)


Saturdays, 1:30-4:30pm

April 10 - June 12 (off May 1)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $50

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NEW! Balancing Figures and Toys

Instructor: Vladimir Barsukov

Balancing figures have been around for centuries as decorative items or folk toys. They are whimsical, educational, interactive, and soothing. Make one to put on your desk at work or at home and enjoy watching it; the physics of the balance and the movement are intriguing and amazing. In this class, students will make balancing figures from paper, wooden shapes, wires, and thin sheets of metal. Some wirework techniques will taught. Students will make at least one figure to take home, and have the knowledge and skills to make balancing figures on their own. Also offered as a workshop, Limited to 6.

Fridays, 6:00-8:00pm

May 14 - June 4

4 sessions M: $79 NM: $88 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

SESSION 1: May 4 - 11

SESSION 2: May 18 - 25

2 sessions M: $59 NM: $66 Materials: $20

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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 other household decorations, wall hangings, sculpture or greeting cards with this inspiring medium. Limited to 8.

April 7 - June 9 (off April 21)

9 sessions M: $223 NM: $248 Materials: $35

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Decoupage and Faux Painting

Instructor: Jennifer Sherr

This course will focus on the basic techniques of decoupage and faux painting. In this workshop you will change a home decor piece into something new, customizing it to reflect your own personality. Make lampshades, boxes, trays, or anything your creaive brain can think up! Students should bring their favorite pre-cut images, magazines, greeting cards or photographs.

Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30pm

SESSION 1: April 7 - 14

SESSION 2: April 28 - May 5

2 sessions M: $45 NM: $50 Materials: $20

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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 intermediate 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: Ramune Jauniskis

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 6 - June 8 (off April 20)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Intermediate / Advanced

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm

April 7 - June 9 (off April 21)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 8 - June 10 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Ann Fitzgerald

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Marc Mancuso

Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 9 - June 11 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $60

Open Studio

Fridays, 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Our current ceramic students are welcome to attend open studio hours. Students can work on current work and prepare for class.

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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!.

Tuesday, 6:30–9:00pm

May 4 - 25

4 sessions M: $121 NM: $134 Materials: $20

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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.


Wednesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 7 - June 9 (off April 21)

9 sessions M: $267 NM: $297 Materials: $25

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