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Abstract Painting & Drawing "Series #3" (Adult class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically designed for the adult artist. Students do not have to take the Series #1 or #2 before hand.
This class is the third in a series of Modern Art workshops. New students as well as those who took Abstract Drawing and Painting are welcome! These are a NEW set of artists and concepts. Get ready for Deborah Butterfield!
Abstract art invites artists to move beyond traditional imagery and transform thoughts, ideas, and emotions into visual form. In this class, students explore the origins and concepts of abstraction while learning a variety of art-making processes designed to spark creativity and experimentation.
Each class begins with a brief lesson and demonstration, followed by guided studio time where artists are encouraged to take their work in a personal direction. This course is perfect for adult artists looking to break creative habits, expand their thinking, and explore abstraction in a supportive, relaxed studio environment. No prior abstract experience required—just an open mind and a willingness to explore.
All Supplies Included.
This class runs for 10 sessions, on Thursday mornings 10:00am- 12:00pm; 9/3/26, 9/10/26, 9/17/26, 9/24/26, 10/1/26, 10/8/26, 10/15/26, 10/22/26, & 10/29/26.
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Inspired by Nature- Georgia O'Keefe: Watercolor, Gouache & Oils (Adult Class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specfically designed for adult artists.
Georgia O’Keefe became a painter well-known for her exploration of nature through her Art. Focusing on the center of a flower or a very small detail, she created large scale, abstract images. In photographic terms she “zoomed in” or used macro points of view to draw from. Not only will students learn to create these compositions, they will learn how to vary colors in their paintings from light to dark enhancing the vibrancy of these artworks. Students will sketch in watercolor and gouache and final paintings in oil. (We use a non-toxic method of oil painting.)
All supplies included.
This 6 session class runs on Friday mornings; 10:00am -12:00pm; 9/4/26, 9/11/26, 9/18/26, 9/25/26, 10/2/26, & 10/9/26.
Will run
Abstract Painting & Drawing "Series #3" (Adult class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically designed for the adult artist. Students do not have to take the Series #1 or #2 before hand.
This class is the third in a series of Modern Art workshops. New students as well as those who took Abstract Drawing and Painting are welcome! These are a NEW set of artists and concepts. Get ready for Deborah Butterfield!
Abstract art invites artists to move beyond traditional imagery and transform thoughts, ideas, and emotions into visual form. In this class, students explore the origins and concepts of abstraction while learning a variety of art-making processes designed to spark creativity and experimentation.
Each class begins with a brief lesson and demonstration, followed by guided studio time where artists are encouraged to take their work in a personal direction. This course is perfect for adult artists looking to break creative habits, expand their thinking, and explore abstraction in a supportive, relaxed studio environment. No prior abstract experience required—just an open mind and a willingness to explore.
All Supplies Included.
This class runs for 10 sessions, on Tuesday evenings 6:00-8:00pm; 9/8/26, 9/15/26, 9/22/26, 9/29/26, 10/6/26, 10/13/26 10/20/26, 10/27/26, & 11/3/26.
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Beginning Portrait Drawing & Painting for Adults
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically designed for the adult artist.
In our studio, still-life and landscape painting, offer students a set of skills to navigate each challenges. Paramount is drawing, meaning the ability to create composition, form, light, and shadow. This Portrait Painting class will be taught in a classical manner. Students will create studies in charcoal, pencil, and acrylic paint. This challenges each artist to use realistic drawing, anatomy, and harmonious colors to give their portrait, likeness and emotional depth.
This class runs for 6 sessions on Monday;10:00 am-12:00 pm; 10/5/26, 10/19/26, 10/26/26, 11/2/26, 11/9/26 & 11/16/26.
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Abstract Painting & Drawing "Series #3" (Adult class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically designed for the adult artist. Students do not have to take the Series #1 or #2 before hand.
This class is the third in a series of Modern Art workshops. New students as well as those who took Abstract Drawing and Painting are welcome! These are a NEW set of artists and concepts. Get ready for Deborah Butterfield!
Abstract art invites artists to move beyond traditional imagery and transform thoughts, ideas, and emotions into visual form. In this class, students explore the origins and concepts of abstraction while learning a variety of art-making processes designed to spark creativity and experimentation.
Each class begins with a brief lesson and demonstration, followed by guided studio time where artists are encouraged to take their work in a personal direction. This course is perfect for adult artists looking to break creative habits, expand their thinking, and explore abstraction in a supportive, relaxed studio environment. No prior abstract experience required—just an open mind and a willingness to explore.
All Supplies Included.
This class runs for 8 sessions, on Friday Mornings 10:00am -12:00pm; 10/16/26, 10/23/26, 10/30/26, 11/13/26, 11/20/26, 12/04/26, 12/11/26 & 12/18/26.
Inspired by Nature- Georgia O'Keefe: Watercolor, Gouache & Oils (Adult Class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specfically designed for adult artists.
Georgia O’Keefe became a painter well-known for her exploration of nature through her Art. Focusing on the center of a flower or a very small detail, she created large scale, abstract images. In photographic terms she “zoomed in” or used macro points of view to draw from. Not only will students learn to create these compositions, they will learn how to vary colors in their paintings from light to dark enhancing the vibrancy of these artworks. Students will sketch in watercolor and gouache and final paintings in acrylic. (We use a non-toxic method of oil painting.)
All supplies included.
This 6 session class runs on Thursday morning, 10:00am -12:00pm; 11/5/26, 11/12/26, 11/19/26, 12/3/26, 12/10/26 and 12/17/26.
Abstract Painting & Drawing "Series #4" (Adult class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically design for adult artists. No prerequesitis is required to take this class.
In this Abstract Series #4 class, we’ll explore how abstraction and surrealism share common roots and creative approaches. You’ll draw on your realistic drawing skills to transform familiar subjects into imaginative abstract works. We’ll study a variety of artists and their creative processes, experimenting with their techniques to develop unique and expressive pieces of your own.
This 9 session class will take place on Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00pm; 11/10/26, 11/17/26, 12/1/26, 12/8/26, 12/15/26, 1/5/27, 1/12/27, 1/19/27 & 1/26/27.
All supplies included.
One Landscape: 8 Techniques (Adult Class)
with Michael Symber
This class is specifically designed for the adult artists.
Making art is all about playing. Artists have to experiment with materials and mark-making before they find their style.Many of us can recognize a Picasso, a van Gogh, or a Frida Kahlo very quickly, but what makes those Works so recognizable?This 6 week workshop will give you the chance to play with many different techniques and materials without pressure. This is a chance to simply see what they do. Which ones look cool, and which ones are not for you. No experiences needed for this class except a wonderful, curiosity and appreciation for the arts! Please join us and take home 8 finished artworks or your landscape!
This is an 8 session workshop that takes place on Mondays 10-12:00pm; 11/23/26, 11/30/26, 12/7/26, 12/14/26, (Skip 12/21/26 & 12/128/26 for Winter/ Christmas Holidays) 1/4/27, 1/11/27, (Skip 1/18/27 MLK Jr. Day), 1/25/27 & 2/1/27.