Event Schedule

This class is designed to provide individualized instruction to al skill levels which advances drawing and/or painting proficiency. This studio style class reviews form, composition and color study throughout the creative process. More about Reian and his award-winning art style can be seen at: www.reianwilliamsfineart.com  Instructor: Reian Williams

***Mondays: 3:00 – 5:00
Wednesdays: 7:00 – 9:00

**Fall Classtime: Mondays: noon – 2:00
                            Wednesdays: 7:00 – 9:00

Supplies for beginning drawing: sketch pad, graphite pencil set and erasers

Study intermediate and advanced drawing techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment. Gary  teaches drawing basics (line, form, shading, perspective and composition) in a variety of mediums to enhance each artist’s skill. Students learn to refine ideas and concepts resulting in improved artwork. Instructor: Gary Lennon

Instructor: Gary Lennon Supply List

Mondays: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Students learn the basics of line, shape, form, value, light theory, spatial relations and perspective. Using a variety of approaches, students focus on learning how to see the world around them and how to translate this newly found vision into the two-dimensional world of drawing. Instructor: Jeff Shoemake

Tuesdays
7:00 – 9:00

Class Supplies:

**Printed black and white reference photo
Vellum Paper Drawing Pad 9”x12”
Mechanical pencil
12” ruler
“Tombow” mono eraser
Generals “Tri-tip” eraser
Blending stumps 1/2” (x2)   1/4” (x2)
Charcoal pencils
(2) 6B – extra soft
(1) HB – hard
(1) white charcoal

The artist and creator of “The Art of a Cowboy” documentary series, Steve Boaldin, teaches the techniques he has mastered throughout his career. Learn the tricks and tools he uses to achieve realistic art with oil paints, mixed media, and pencils. Beginning to advanced students are welcome to create alongside this well-known Oklahoma artist. More about Steve, his artwork and TV show can be seen at www.artofacowboy.com. Instructor: Steve Boaldin

Summer 2
Wednesdays: 4:00 – 6:00

Fall 1
Mondays: 6:00 – 8:00 (5 weeks)

Supply List:

• -Idea of a subject that you would like to work on
• -Hot Press Watercolor Paper (at least 12″x16″ size)
• -Prisma Colored Pencils colors: black, white, serilium blue, terra cotta, canary red, orange, yellow
• -Watercolor Set (small or large)
• -Watercolor Brushes “Sable” size 8 or 6 and a size 2
• -Mineral Spirits & Container (for cleaning brushes)

Designed with a studio feel, this class is intended for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Brush techniques, color combinations and a variety of mediums are offered. Emphasis is place on subject, preparation, and transference techniques to watercolor paper. Additionally, still life, landscape and portraiture skills are presented to interested students Gary provides encourage, individualized instruction which advances each student’s artistic level. Continuation of classes is recommended. Instructor: Gary Lennon

Wednesdays OR Thursdays
***Wednesday- must have instructor approval before enrolling***

All skill levels are invited to join this class. Instruction is tailored to the individual. Emphasis is placed on choice of materials, depiction of light and shadow, painting techniques, basic color mixing and composition. The course provides students with a foundation for creative expression in oil painting. Come get away from the stress of the day and enjoy a relaxing, no pressure atmosphere to practice and learn.  Instructor: Jon Martindale

Thursdays: 7:00 – 9:00

**Summer session: July 15 – August 12
Fall 1: August 26 – September 30

Oil Painting supply list

• Basic starter set of oil paints
• Odorless Turpentine/turpenoid or odorless mineral spirits (AKA paint thinner)
• Small container of Linseed Oil
• Canvas, canvas board, wood panel, or clay board (pre-gessoed is best (any size))
• A few brushes (they come in variety packs and are specifically for Oil or Oil and Acrylic)
• A few mixing pallet knives (sometimes they come with the paint set)
• An oil pallet (can be store bought or I recommend a $1 store picture frame with glass)
• 1-2 air tight jars (either store bought or I recommend old food jars like baby food/salsa/jam)
• Encouraged for students to bring a photo of something they would like to try painting

Painting with acrylics is rewarding, versatile and fun.  Native Oklahoma artist Thomas Stotts teaches his personal techniques used to create the unique landscapes and structures in his paintings. Through instructor demonstration, lecture, and individual practice, students learn the characteristics of acrylics, composition, perspective, distance, depth, light, shadows and color. Learn to manipulate the paint brush in varied ways to gain new painting effects and  work with  “washes” to create a “dreamy, atmospheric” look that is very popular. Whether a beginner or intermediate, enjoy growing as an artist in this class. Instructor: Tom Stotts  Supply List

***Tuesdays: noon – 2:00

Learn basic techniques for using chalk pastel as well as line, shape, form, value, color and composition. Instruction will be catered to the individual. A fun and relaxed environment to try new things and develop skills to further artistic ambitions. Instructor: Jon Martindale

Tuesdays

Supply List

• Reference picture of what you would like to draw (either printed or on a digital device.)
  If digital, bring a charging cord.

• Small sketchbook for pastel (Size is your preference)
• Pencil
• Packaged set of basic colors of dry/chalk pastels.
• Small bottle of fixative spray
• Pastel paper
  ***Something with texture. Different brands have different kinds and different tones.  Try some out and see which you prefer. some are sold in books

• Knead-able eraser

Optional:

• Disposable gloves to keep hands clean.
• Blending stumps