Art Classes at the San Diego Art Dept
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ART CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

August/September 2008

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Classes are open to everyone; CALL 619-299-4278 to Register.
Mondays
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date

NEW!

INTRODUCTION TO SOFT PASTEL




Pastels have a depth and richness to them that is unique. You begin with the fun of blending colors before moving on to dfining shapes in a still life. You concentrate on the colors of each object and where they are in relation to each other. Before any detail is added the artwork is filled with life and drama simply by applying color. As the shadows and lines bring your artwork into focus you are encouraged to find your own rhythm and style.
All levels welcome.

Fee:$180

6 wks

Sally Phillips
Mondays
10am-1pm

August 11

thru

Sept 15

WIRE WRAPPING JEWELRY




Open up a new world of possibilities in jewelry design. Bend & wrap wire just like the professionals. Use jeweler's pliers to form wire links, squiggles, spirals, clasps and wire wrap beads. Learn to wrap "top drilled" & "center hole drilled" beads and pendants, stones without holes. Egyptian spirals & a few more surprises.

Fee:$140

6 wks

Denise Bonaimo
Mondays
6:30-8:30pm

August 11

thru

Sept 15


INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Osborn




Do you want to paint but need better basic drawing skills? Begin with drawing fundametals - proportion, line, value and negative space. Transitioning into painting, you learn how to compose and begin a painting, mix colors, use brushes, and handle paint. More advanced projects are given to returning students.


Fee: $180

6 wks

 

Susan Osborn

Mondays
6:30-9:30

August 11

thru

Sept 15

 

Tuesdays
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date
NEW!
EXPLORING THE WORLD OF WATERCOLOR





Exploren the basics of watercolor painting through exercises and demonstrations. Enjoy the spontaneity of the medium by interpreting your subject matter into watercolor techniques and color experiments. Even those with some experience will enjoy this fresh approach.

Fee:
$180

6 weeks

Thia Nevius

Tuesdays 10:00am-1:00pm

 

August 12

thru

Sept 16


MOSAICS 101: INTRODUCTION TO MOSAICS

 

Explore the basics of mosic construction using a variety of materials new and used. Please bring found objects such as glass, tiles, jewelry, shells, stones, etc. At the end of the course you will have several pieces to decorate your home. Include materials for initial project.

Fee: $180

6 wks

Chris Brown

Tuesdays 7:00-9:30pm

August 5

thru

Sept 9


ACRYLIC PAINTING I



 

Discover the creative and technial versatility of acrylic painting. This course emphasizes experimentation with acrylic techniques as well as composition, color mixing and layering, color harmony, design and brush techniques. All Levels Welcome.


Fee:
$180

6 wks

Kate
Ashton
Tuesdays 6:30-9:30pm


August 5

thru

Sept 9

Wednesdays
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date

NEW DAYTIME CLASS
PAINTING
WITH
ANDREA RUSHING




Learn the techniques of oil and acrylic painting from Multi Award winning Muralist and Portrait Artist Andre Rushing. Andre imparts to the beginning through advanced student the tools for success in painting with any medium. Find out how to build a painting from" under painting”, shading, highlighting, to finish.
All levels welcome.

$180

6 wks

Andrea Rushing

Wednesdays
11am-2:00pm

OR

Wednesdays
6:30-9:30pm

August 6

thru

Sept 10



THE BEAUTY OF PORTRAIT DRAWING FROM LIFE

The portrait is a window to the sitter as well as the artist. In this class you will learn the basic ideas & concepts for drawing the human face and bone structure. Students will draw your peers, from photos, and create self portraits using charcoal, pen & pencil. This class will give you a chance to feel more comfortable with portraiture. All Levels Welcome.

$125

4 wks

Tara Smith


Wednesdays 11:00am-2:00pm

August 20

thru

Sept 10

EXPLORING WITH ACRYLICS




This class helps students develop their creativity through the use of the elements of style. Students will use line, shape, and color to create works of art. Experience with acrylics required.

Fee:
$180

6 wks

Kate Ashton


Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm

 

August 6

thru

Sept 10

Thursdays
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date
EXPLORING COLOR

 

This course introduces you to theories of color and perception, how to mix pigment, visual structures used by painters and how to develop your own personal approach to color. Different concepts of color theory are explored. Learn to mix the colors you see and want whether those colors are based on nature or for aesthetic and emotional reasons.

 

Fee:
$180

6 wks

Misty Hawkins



Thursdays

10:30am - 1:30pm

August 7

thru

Sept 11

 

 


STAINED GLASS




Learn the craft of leaded stained glass composition and creation. Participants will create original stained glass from their own drawings, as well as other images. Materials list will be provided at the beginning of class. All levels welcome.

Fee:
$180

6 wks


Marvin Dull

Thursdays
6:30–9:30pm

 

August 7

thru

Sept 11




GLASS FUSING AS ART

Learn the basics of glass fusing construction. Explore fusing and slumping glass in the kiln to make both art pieces and functional ware. Create designs by layering sheets of glass, making patterns and using color.

Fee:
$250

6 weeks (includes materials for the inital projects & all firing fees)


Bonnie Dull and Toye Martindale

 


Thursdays 6:30-9:30pm

August 7

thru

Sept 11

OIL PAINTING AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS
Cohen



Do you want to paint but need better basic drawing skills? Begin with drawing fundametals - proportion, line, value and negative space. Transitioning into painting, you learn how to compose and begin a painting, mix colors, use brushes, and handle paint. More advanced projects are given to returning students.




Fee:
$150

5 wks




Deron Cohen




Thursdays 6:30pm-9:30pm



August 7

thru

Sept 11

(no class August 28)

Saturdays
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date

PAINTING WITH
ANDREA RUSHING




Learn the techniques of oil and acrylic painting from Multi Award winning Muralist and Portrait Artist Andre Rushing. Andre imparts to the beginning through advanced student the tools for success in painting with any medium. Find out how to build a painting from" under painting”, shading, highlighting, to finish.
All levels welcome.
Saturdays
$180

6wks

Andrea Rushing

Saturdays
10:30am-1:30pm

August 9

thru

Sept 13



INTRODUCTION TO JEWELRY MAKING

 

Learn beginning metal techniques to create jewelry or small sculptures. You explore different materials and processes including; riveting, saeing, surface finishing, and forming.

Fee: $180
6 wks

Alexis Archibald

Saturdays 2:00pm-5:00pm

August 16

thru

Sept 20


DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS




Gain understanding of the principles and elements of drawing. You are introduced to the basic techniques and media of drawing. Lessons are accompanied by demonstrations and lectures and include both old master and contemporary works. All levels welcome.





Fee:

$180

6 weeks






Misty Hawkins







Saturdays 10:30am-1:30pm




 

August 9

thru

Sept 13

Sundays


LEARNING TO DRAW THE HUMAN FIGURE



 


Learning to draw the human form is an adventure! You learn to define the posture and mood of each figure pose through quick gesture drawings and longer poses. You become familiar with proportions and anatomy, but mostly the emphasis is on the intuitive quality of lines and shading techniques that give depth to the form.

For the one-day session, please register one week in advance.

Fee: $200

6 wks

or $40 per class fee.

Sally Phillips

Sundays, 2:00pm-5:00pm

August 10

thru

Sept 14

           

Sampler Workshops
August/September 2008

Please contact SDAD for Materials List
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date
LEARN HOW TO STRETCH YOUR OWN CANVAS
Tired of store bought canvases? In this workshop you will learn the process of how to stretch and prime your own canvas. Perfect for all levels! Includes materials.

Fee: $45

Tara Smith


Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm

July 27


COLLAGE: Begin to Uncover the Mystery





Here is your chance to play with various collage techniques materials and products while creating a mixed media work of art. No prior art experience needed. Prepare to have fun and get messy! Collage supplies included.

Fee: $40 includes materials

Karen O'Brien



Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm

August 10

&

Sept 7

 

DRAWING AND WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP

This one day workshop promises to be fun and rewarding. Students will spend the morning exploring some exercises from Betty Edwards' book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. In the afternoon you will review some unconventional watercolor techniques and produce a painting using methods learned throughout the day. (4 hour workshop)


Fee: $40

Thia Nevius
Sunday
10am-2pm

August 31

DRAWING LANDSCAPES IN OIL PASTEL





Enjoy an informative, colorful and productive workshop in the use of oil pastel. Learn the differences between types of oil pastels and papers. Practice color mixing, blending, scratching and turpentine "wash" techniques. You spend much of the time draing beautiful landscapes in oil pastel. All materials included.


Fee: $40



Susan Osborn



Sunday
1pm-4pm

 

Sept 14

 


OIL PAINTING &
THE CREATIVE PROCESS




Unlock your creative mind! Learn how to unlock your creative process through oil painting. Artist Deron Cohen teaches color theory, the elements, principles of design, and how to develop your own personal method for deciding what and how to paint.


Fee: $35



Deron Cohen



Sunday 07/27
1pm-4p

 

Sunday 08/17 11am - 2pm


 

 

July 27

&

August 17

WIRE-WRAPPING

JEWELRY



Learn how to design and create beaded and wire-wrapped jewelry like the professionals. Some materials included, but tools and beads needed.
Fee: $40 Denise Bonaimo

Sunday
11am - 2pm

July 20

SILVER RING WORKSHOP

Create your very own ring from sterling silver. Exploring soldering and textures on sterling to create a unique design. By the end of the workshop you will be leaving SDAD with a ring on your finger!!Beginners and beyond welcome. All Materials included!
Fee: $48 Alexis Archibald Sunday
11am - 2pm

August 3

           
Youth Classes
Class
Description
Fee
Instructor
Day/Time
Date
           

PARENT-CHILD ART CREATIONS IN PAINTING

 

Spend time with your child painting with acrylics. Always wanted to learn how to paint but never had the time? In this course, you will explore painting techiques and create artistic materpieces together in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Limited to 5 pairs. Class fee is for each pair and includes initial materials.

Fee: $140

per pair

5/ weeks

Alexis Archibald



Saturdays
3:30p
m -5:00pm

 

July 5 - August 9

No class on July 26


















 
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