Anna Maria Island Florida artists
Island Art League


5312 Holmes Blvd., Holmes Beach, Florida, 34217    Phone: 941.778.2099
Anna Maria Florida
Watercolor, Acrylics, mixed media
Anna Maria Island Art League
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AMI Art League

Winterfest 2010
December 11-12, 2010
Springfest 2011
March 12-13, 2011

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.

AMI Art League Kids Classes


Art League Kids Classes 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 child’s 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

AMI Art Leage Adult Classes
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
Nancy Law
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
Alexandra Lillis
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

Marie Garafano
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
Alexandra Lillis
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
Alexandra Lillis
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
Alexandra Lillis
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
Alexandra Lillis
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
Cheryl Jorgensen
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 (10”x10”) or as large as 36”x36”. All skill levels welcome. Classes meet weekly.
4 weeks   $85/70 member
Carolyn Campeau
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
Sandy French
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
Chris Galanopoulo
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

James Corwin
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.
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
Steve Gorman
workshops


James Corwin 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


Deeana Atkinson 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


Pat McMillen 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. You’ll take home two gourds!
Fri. & Sat., February 25-26, 10–3 p.m.    $85/$70 member


Watercolor Workshop
Instructor: Cheryl Jorgensen
TBA
Friday, February 18, 10 – 3 p.m.    $55/$40 member


Joye Moon 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


Charles O'Neil Wire Sculpture Workshop
Instructor: Charles O’Neil
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


Doug Land 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
Anna Maria Island Art League


Anna Maria Island Art League