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2010 - 2011 Classes and Workshops
at Anna Maria Island Art League
Register Early! Pre-registration is required to reserve a space. Class sizes are small and space is limited. Supplies are not included in the class fee.
Supply lists are available at the League when registering. There are no make-up classes.
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Intro to Black and White Photography (Ages 8+)
Instructor: Chris Galanopoulos
Mondays, 4 5:30 p.m.
Classes begin the first Monday in Oct, Novr, Jan, Feb, Apr and May
Explore composition and delight in forming favorite images. Each child will be given their own one-time black and white camera.
Your child will learn how his/her favorite negative can
magically turn into a print.
4 weeks $85/70 member
Advanced Drawing (Ages 7+)
Instructor: Marie Garafano, BFA
Wednesdays, 4 5 p.m.
Classes begin the first Wednesday in Sept, Oct, Jan, Feb, Mar and May
This one hour class will stretch your childs brain in a different direction while learning the basics of drawing.
Using pencil and/or colored pencil students will apply principles of light, shadow, and form to create compositions
of their choosing. Class size is limited to six.
4 weeks $60/$50 member
Watercolor for Kids (Ages 6+)
Instructor: Marie Garafano, BFA
Mondays, 4 5 p.m.
Classes begin the first Monday in Sept, October, November, January, February, April and May
The March session begins February 28.
Come paint with us. Learn all about watercolor including technique, materials and the basic elements
of art including line, color, texture, mood and composition. Class size is limited to six.
4 weeks $60/$50 member
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Painting Florals with Acrylics
Instructor: Nancy Law
Mondays, 1:30 3:30 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin Sept 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Jan 3, Feb 7, Mar 7 and Apr 4
This class will introduce you to the ease of painting flowers with acrylics which can be reduced to watercolor level or up to
oil painting level. You will come out of class more aware of color, detail, and with a joy for painting! Supply list provided
after first class. Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Basic Drawing
Instructor: Alexandra Lillis
Tuesdays, 1:30 3:30 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 5 and May 10
Explore the fine art of drawing and sketching with pencil, charcoal, and other mediums. Produce your own finished pieces of
creative and inspired compositions addressing light, shadow and form. Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Collage Art
Instructor: Marie Garafano
Wednesdays, 1:30 3:30 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3 and Apr 6
Discover how every day items can be used to create beautiful and unique works of art. Play with
paint, photos, text, candy wrappers and more... Experiment with color, composition and texture.
Come have fun, relax and enjoy create a fun dynamic work of art. Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Drawing the Clothed Model
Instructor: Alexandra Lillis
Thursdays, 10 a.m. noon
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Decr 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3 and Apr 6
Students will be guided through the complexities of
portraiture, pose, and proportion. This class will also address fabric and its relation to the fully
clothed human figure. Open to all experience and drawing levels. Classes meet weekly.
Call the office for a supply list. Model fee of $5 will be collected by the instructor at each class.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Oil Painting
Instructor: Alexandra Lillis
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. noon
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 5 and May 10
Experience the timeless art form of oil painting while creating your own works of art. Students will be
taught the basic painting techniques to develop and refine skills of light, color theory, composition, and perspective.
This class is for beginner to intermediate level. This class meets weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Introduction to Colored Pencils
Instructor: Alexandra Lillis
Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 5 and May 10
This is an introduction to the basic techniques and various applications of colored pencils with one on one attention from the
instructor and class discussion. You will learn how to use colored pencils to expand your personal artistic style and ability.
Call the office for a supply list. This class meets weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Pen and Ink: The World in Black and White
Instructor: Alexandra Lillis
Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin: Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 5 and May 10
Pen and Ink is a medium rich in style and expression. This class offers an overview of the
techniques and materials. Students will explore a variety of mark making patterns to complete their own works of art.
Beginner to Advanced, all skill levels welcome. This class meets weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member |
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Watercolor
Instructor: Cheryl Jorgensen
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. 12 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin Oct 6, Nov 3, Jan 5, Feby 2, Mar 2 and Aprl 6
Learn to watercolor with a talented award winning island resident! This studio class will explore
color, value, and composition with an emphasis on individual expression. Paint along with Cheryl
or work on your own painting while learning from her demos and critiques. Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Abstract Acrylic Painting on a Square Canvas
Instructor: Carolyn Campeau
Mondays, 10 a.m. noon
4 Wk Sessions begin Nov 1, Decr 6, Mar 7 and Apr 4
The square format lends itself to an interesting use of space, shape and color. By way of many examples presented,
you will design your canvas by dividing it into geometric sections. You will choose a palette of bold vibrant colors
or one of subtle quiet notes. You are encouraged to work small (10x10) or as large as 36x36. All skill levels welcome.
Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Stained Glass
Instructor: Sandy French
Mondays 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Session begins January 10
You'll never buy another gift after mastering the "ancient art" of stained glass. Explore the
copper foil technique attributed to Tiffany. Tool/material list provided at first class.
Classes meet weekly for five weeks.
5 weeks $98/85 member
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Photography: Black & White Composition through the Lens
Instructor: Chris Galanopoulos
Mondays, 6 8:00 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin September 6, October 4, November 1, January 3, February 7, March 7 and April 4
Learn the basics of photography and composition through classical black and white film. Grey scale, developing, (film and photos)
will be taught. 35mm, medium format or a 4x5 camera needed. This class meets weekly.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Digital Photography Basics
Instructor: James Corwin Johnson
Thursdays, 6:00 8:00 p.m.
4 Wk Sessions begin Oct 7, Nov 4, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 3 and Apr 6
Get the most out of your digital camera from shooting and saving, to sizing and sending your
images. This class will demystify digital photography and have you sharing great images with
family and friends. A point and shoot, digital hybrid or digital SLR and laptop are recommended
but not required. Classes meet weekly for four weeks.
4 weeks $85/70 member
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Private Lessons Available
are available at the Art League in drawing, colored pencil, pen and ink, and painting (oil, watercolor and acrylics).
Call the Art League for more information.
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Open Studio
Draw from the figure in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
No instruction.
2nd & 4th Tuesday from October through April
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
$10/session
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How to Photograph Your Artwork
Instructor: James Corwin Johnson
This workshop will teach you the secrets of photographing your artwork.
Jewelry, pottery, glass, sculpture drawings and paintings (even behind glass) will look their best
when you learn how to set-up, light and control color. You will also learn how to format digital
images for submission to fine arts shows.
Saturday, January 29, 10 2 p.m. $45/$35 member
Floor Cloth Workshop
Instructor: Deeana Atkinson
Create a floor cloth in "Trash Sister" style using scraps of vinyl flooring and mis-mixed paint!
Have fun while creating something so utilitarian that you can use it in front of your sink or in
your lanai. This is a fun workshop for every level of artistic ability. Deeana Atkinson of
"Trash Sister" fame will show you how. A materials fee of $20 is payable to the instructor
Friday, March 25, 10 2 p.m. $85/$70 member
Two Gourds, Two Days, Two Techniques
Instructor: Pam McMillen
Take an ordinary gourd and turn it into a beautiful piece of art. Learn two techniques in two days.
Youll take home two gourds!
Fri. & Sat., February 25-26, 103 p.m. $85/$70 member
Watercolor Workshop
Instructor: Cheryl Jorgensen
TBA
Friday, February 18, 10 3 p.m. $55/$40 member
Pushing the Creative Envelope
Instructor: Joye Moon
Joye Moon, NWS, will present a two day watercolor workshop that will also include acrylic modeling paste and metallic
acrylics for a "Floral Icon Project", and a gesso surface to create a "Luminous Landscape". Joye is a hands-on instructor,
presenting demonstrations every step of the way for easy learning. Joye prides herself in presenting cutting edge methods and
techniques while giving specific guidance to meet the needs of each student, no matter what their level. Joye will provide the
acrylic modeling paste and metallic paint as well as the gesso. Sign up ASAP since space is limited. Workshop will be held at
CrossPointe Fellowship Church. Joye's website is www.joyemoon.com
Thurs. & Fri. March 17 18, 9:30 4 p.m. $170/$150 member
Rx for Breaking with Tradition
Instructor: Carolyn Campeau
This workshop engages you in a series of art activities that are fun and freeing. You will experience how abstract
expressionist artists reduce the real world to basic shapes and forms and create new imaginative forms. Come prepared
to have fun, expand your horizons and take with you a fresh perspective.
Friday, April 15, 10 2 p.m. $55/$40 member
Wire Sculpture Workshop
Instructor: Charles ONeil
Wire sculpture is an exciting and expressive art form. In this workshop you will receive step-by-step
instructions to successfully create your own flamingo! With a variety of wires and steel this
creation is designed to create a smile and is appropriate for any indoor our outdoor setting.
A materials fee of $40 is payable to the instructor. Please note this course requires the use of
simple hand tools (wire cutters, pliers, hack saws, etc.) Call the office for a supply (tool) list.
Sat. & Sun. November 20 & 21, 9:30 4 p.m. $160/$140 member
Faces
Instructor: Doug Land
This workshop will present the basics of drawing portraits. The bones and muscles of the face and
neck will be reviewed as well as typical features and measurements. Different styles by a review of
master artist drawings will also be included. There will be instructor demonstrations as well as a
variety of individual and group class exercises to practice techniques. Call the office for a supply
list.
Saturday, February 12, 10 1 p.m. $40/$35 member
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