Adult Classes in Collingswood
A new art history class at Perkins Center! Come discover the incredible talent that was largely developed and nurtured in our own backyard, Philadelphia. From the tempestuous landscapes of Winslow Homer to the disquieting portraits of Thomas Eakins, students will learn about the influential artists whose works can be found at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Appreciation will be gained through the introduction of artist’s backgrounds, descriptions and comparative analysis of their work, and a look at the country and society that helped to influence it.
no class on Memorial Day
Drawing skills are essential in order to excel in any other 2 & 3 dimensional art media. This course is ideal for artists at the beginning of their creative endeavors and also for those looking to reconnect with their abilities. This class, open to all levels, is designed to instruct the student in the fundamental techniques of drawing. Individual attention will be given to each student so that he or she may develop at his or her own pace. Students will investigate the idea of drawing as a foundation of painting as well as its importance in the making of all art.
WE WILL BE DOING A GREAT DEAL OF WORK SO BUY DOUBLE OR AS NEEDED
Charcoal Sticks Willow or Vine: medium to hard
Charcoal Sticks Compressed: Hard and soft; round or square sticks
Pencils:
Graphite or ebony pencils
Hb ---- H-----6b; assorted through these leads
Charcoal pencils - Hard and soft
Chamois Cloth or Paper Towels
Shading Stump or Q-Tips
Erasers: Gum or Kneaded, Pink, Staedler plastic white/yellow
Newsprint: 2-4 pads, 18x24 no smaller
Drawing Board that will hold 18x24 paper
Memory and or Sketchbook 8.5”x11”or larger
Masking Tape: 1 or 2 rolls
Sand paper: block or pad
Rags for end-of-class clean up
Man made and natural items each week so that we all can enjoy and explore together. So pull out those broken, tired, old and strange items-trash picking is encouraged!
WE WILL BE DOING A GREAT DEAL OF WORK SO BUY DOUBLE OR AS NEEDED
Charcoal Sticks Willow or Vine: medium to hard
Charcoal Sticks Compressed: Hard and soft; round or square sticks
Pencils:
Graphite or ebony pencils
Hb ---- H-----6b; assorted through these leads
Charcoal pencils - Hard and soft
Chamois Cloth or Paper Towels
Shading Stump or Q-Tips
Erasers: Gum or Kneaded, Pink, Staedler plastic white/yellow
Newsprint: 2-4 pads, 18x24 no smaller
Drawing Board that will hold 18x24 paper
Memory and or Sketchbook 8.5”x11”or larger
Masking Tape: 1 or 2 rolls
Sand paper: block or pad
Rags for end-of-class clean up
Whatever medium you choose water color, oil painting, drawing, pastel, this is a partial list of things to bring and consider for this class. It is geared for those of you who have some painting experience and I am assuming you already have basic supplies in the medium of your choice. I communicate all the places we will meet through email along with directions and maps so send me your email. Everyone should bring a chair, support to work on (easel, board etc.), water to drink, hat or umbrella, water to paint with if you are using water colors. Water Color H pencil /Brushes of your choice for water color /Palette /Paper towels /Water to paint with Basic Colors : sap green, yellow ochre, cadmium yellow, cadmium red medium, alizarin crimson, burnt umber, burnt sienna, viridian green, ultramarine blue or French ultramarine blue, cobalt blue, cerulean blue, Prussian blue Water container, Water color paper or water color block, (arches cold pressed), if paper torn in sheets a board to mount it on and tape. Oils Colors : sap green, yellow ochre, cadmium yellow, cadmium red medium, alizarin crimson, burnt umber, burnt sienna, viridian green, ultramarine blue or French ultramarine blue, cobalt blue, cerulean blue, Prussian blue Oil brushes some bristle but I mostly use soft synthetic white hair brushes similar to those used for water color. Wooden or disposable palette, medium cups, linseed oil and odorless turpentine, paper towels Portable easel or French easel box Masters Brush Soap Drawing The medium is up to you pastel, charcoal, graphite sticks. Soft pencils (B) Drawing pad, kneaded eraser
Bring in the materials supplies you'd like to work with...paint, ink, chalk, cut paper, found objects, adhesive etc. All projects will be individualized to your own preference. Come and explore, create, collage or just paint, draw, or work in pastel. All media and levels are welcome to join this class.
We know that flexibility is important! This open studio has two options available, pay for all 6 sessions in advance for a discounted price or pay as you go! Are you looking for an opportunity to create artwork independently while in the company of other creative people? Set aside some time each week to paint with your peers in the light and spacious studio at our Collingswood facility. Open to all media and levels, there is no instructor. This section of allotted studio time is great for painters at any level who seek a communal environment, and designated place for creativity without structured lessons
PAY AS YOU GO DAILY RATES $10 members/$12 non-members (cash/check only, day of event)
PAY AS YOU GO DAILY RATES $10 members/$12 non-members (cash/check only, day of event)
Acrylic Paint in tubes,
Avoid the cheapest brands like Liquitex Basics ( the quality is poor and you’ll be wasting your money) Go for the mid-priced sets like Daler-Rowney, Windsor Newton and others of that price range.
If buying individual tubes primary colors needed are white, yellow, blue, red, brown, and black)
Suggested colors:
*Titanium White
*Cadmium Yellow Light
*Cadmium Red Light
Alizarin Crimson
*Ultramarine Blue
Cerulean Blue
*Burnt Sienna
Raw Sienna
Raw Umber
*Black
A Variety of different sized brushes;make sure they can be used with acrylic paints. These don’t have to be expensive…especially if you are a beginner
Pre-Primed Canvas; or canvas board.
(8x10) or an approximate size to start with if you are a beginner.
Palettes for Paints and mixing; any glass or plastic dish works fine but you might like disposable palette paper as well. Styrofoam plates work too.
Two plastic containers for water and a roll of paper towels.
Masters Brush Soap
