Classes
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Fine Art: The Art House gallery has teamed with established artists and art professors to provide classes from introductory to advanced levels in various styles of painting, pottery, mixed media and other fine arts. From beginners to serious students, the experienced and talented Art House faculty will offer programs that will enlighten all to the wonders of art and give you the instruction you need to master a new skill.
Private Instruction: Interested in improving your drawing skills or painting in colored pencil or watercolor? Artist I. Lynn Garriott Porter offers one-on-one lessons at Art House. Contact us for more information or to set up a class.
Private Group Parties: Looking for a unique holiday, birthday or family reunion party idea? How about a great team-building experience for your office? Art House offers group art classes in which you are guided step-by-step in creating your own masterpiece. We have instructors in different mediums capable of teaching various group sizes. If your group is too large to fit into our classroom area, Art House instructors may be able to come to you. Find a suitable location and contact us to start planning your large group party.
Fun Art: We host a series of art classes that celebrate the pure joy and creativity of making art. These classes range from paints on canvas, acrylic pour, Play with Clay (air dry clay) to Zen doodling and more. Students are invited to bring beverages and snacks, let loose and have fun! Designed to be fun for all ages. Check the calendar, then call ahead to sign up.
November Classes
Open Drawing and Painting Night
In this monthly session, retired WWU Art Professor Jane Mudd offers her expertise to artists who want to improve their skills. Bring your own charcoal or other drawing or painting medium, along with your favorite drawing/painting surface, and your favorite beverage. These sessions are for intermediate to advanced artists. If you participated in a previous month in the session, you are encouraged to bring in your finished pieces or other art for feedback.
- DATE: November 13, 2019, 5:00-8:00pm*
- INSTRUCTOR: Jane Mudd
- COST: $10, no reservation required
- AGES: 18 and up
- *This open session is normally held on the third Wednesday of each month, but this month is an exception.
Student Studio Night
This monthly class is meant for students of all levels of experience to enjoy making! Bring a current project (or ideas for a new one), your preferred supplies, and an open mind. Former FPS Art Teacher, Colleen Roetemeyer, will be available to encourage and assist in the artistic process.
- DATE: November 14, 2019, 5:00-8:00pm
- INSTRUCTOR: Colleen Roetemeyer
- COST: $10 suggested donation; no reservation required
- AGES: 14 and up
- This walk-in class will be held on the second Thursday of each month.
Watercolor Explorations: Small Works with Big Impact
In this monthly class, Lynn guides students in exploring some of the many techniques and effects watercolor, watercolor pencils, and ink have to offer. This month students will play with watercolors to create small abstracts or realistic pieces using negative space techniques, adding ink Zentangle, or adding realism to an abstract piece, as well fun textural pieces on different surfaces. Emphasis is on color and value. All materials are supplied. Lynn is an attentive teacher who will work closely with each student. Students will leave with a pleasing, frame-worthy painting.
- DATE: November 16, 2019, 9:30am-12:00pm and/or 1:00pm-3:30 (with lunch break from 12:00-1:00). Take one or both sessions.
- INSTRUCTOR: I. Lynn Garriott-Porter
- COST: $50 (or $35 for one session). Reservation and advance payment required.
- AGES: 12 and up
Block Printing
Learn block printing techniques to create prints and designs.
- DATE: November 23, 10:00am-12:00pm
- INSTRUCTORS: Colleen Roetemeyer and Beth Snyder
- COST: $45
- AGES: 16 and up
Acrylic Pour Painting
Learn two different pouring techniques using acrylic colors, thinned with a pouring medium, including how different techniques bring a different outcome as well as how movement of the paint affects design. Students should bring two canvases no larger than 11×14. If students have a few favorite acrylic colors they would like to use, they are welcome to do so but paint will be provided.
- DATE: November 30, 2019, 11:00am-12:30pm
- INSTRUCTOR: Christine Sewell
- COST: $25
- AGES: 14 and up
December Classes
Watercolor Explorations: Holiday Fun
This month students will paint ornaments, Christmas cards, gift tags, and decorate gift bags.
In this monthly class, Lynn guides students in exploring some of the many techniques and effects watercolor, watercolor pencils, and ink have to offer. This month students will paint ornaments, Christmas cards, gift tags, and decorate gift bags. Lynn is an attentive teacher who will work closely with each student. Students will leave with a finished product.
- DATE: December 14, 2019 9:30am-12:00pm and/or 1:00pm-3:30 (with lunch break from 12:00-1:00). Take one or both sessions.
- INSTRUCTOR: I. Lynn Garriott-Porter
- COST: $50 full day or $35 for one session. Reservation and advance payment required.
- AGES: 12 and up
- All materials provided
Check back regularly for more class offerings. Don’t see a class you want to take? Contact Art House to coordinate a private group class or private individual class designed for you!
Note about art supplies: Garriott-Porter Art Studio, LLC, may have what you need! Conveniently located inside the Art House, there is even an Art House member discount. Check out the extensive product line here or follow on Facebook for more information.
Helpful Tips:
Payment in advance is preferred and sometimes required. This not only secures your spot and gives instructors a head count, but it enables the class to start on time. You may pay in person or call 573-592-7733 to pay with a credit card.
All students are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to class start time and to come prepared to create. We can get messy so don’t wear your Sunday best and/or bring an old shirt or apron to protect your clothing.
While we do love additions of students to our classes, if a class is full in advance the instructor may not be able to accept walk-ins, so please call ahead. If not enough students sign up in advance for classes, instructors may cancel the class.