WORKSHOPS

Please sign-up at least three (3) days before the scheduled dates of workshops to allow teachers enough time for planning and preparation of any necessary materials. Participants signing up after that point will be accommodated if space is available. NSAL Membership is not required for workshops.

“Holiday with CLAY” Workshop – all supplies included!

Instructor: Calin Day

Join us for some Holiday fun in our NEWLY renovated CLAY STUDIO! Participants will learn how to “press” clay, create ornaments of their choosing (gingerbread/tree/star/dreidel/reindeer, etc) and use a variety of tools to pattern them. While ornaments are drying, you will select a luminary figure (please specify tree or dreidel) to paint or dip, learning the methods to create various effects. Before leaving, glaze colors for the ornaments will be selected and pieces will be readied for the kiln! Ceramics will be fired and available for pick up on Friday, Dec. 19th after 1:00 PM. LIMITED to 12 participants.

When: Saturday, 12/13

Time: 1:00-2:30 PM

Cost: $55/adult ($35/child (under 18) with paying adult)

“Bowled Over”-2 Session Workshop – all supplies included!

Instructor: Calin Day

This NEW YEAR, treat yourself or someone you love an original piece of ceramic art created by you! in our beautifully renovated CLAY STUDIO. Over two Workshop Sessions, participants will learn how to prepare clay for the wheel, center & shape clay into a bowl or cylinder and cut their piece for drying. You will also glaze a spoon rest and hot plate tile using various techniques for a variety of effects. Before leaving, pieces thrown on the wheel will be cleaned up and readied for the kiln. Participants can select glaze color for their bowl to be dipped prior to firing. LIMITED to 8 participants.

When: Saturday 1/17 & 1/24

Time: 1:00-3:00 PM

Cost: $125 (Adults only)

Advanced Mono-printing with the Gelli Plate

Instructor: Janet Trierweiler 

Experienced with Gelli Printing and want to learn more advanced techniques? This workshop is for you! We’ll practice block printing, collage and unique painting processes to enhance your mono-printing skills. Learn how to create and collect tools for texture, line and stamping. Experiment with trace monotype and a variety of papers. Water-based ink, Golden Open Acrylics or fluid acrylics can be used with the Gelli Plates. Short supply list.

When: Saturday, 1/24 

Time: 12:30-5:30

Cost: $195

“Painting with Paper” Workshop – all supplies included! 

Enter the Colorful World of Paper ART! 

Instructor: Joyce Elias

Artist, Joyce Elias’ new collages are inspired by the work of Henri Matisse. The focus of this workshop is color, form and design. The class will begin with a discussion about Matisse and other inspirational artists. A variety of techniques and fine art paper material options will be presented. Students will create their own colorful, next-level art pieces to take home. The workshop will wrap up with a gentle critique session. All supplies included. 

This art form can be done anywhere you are inspired! 

When: Sunday, 2/22

Time: 10:00-3:00 (includes 1/2 hour lunch break)

Cost: $195

Oil Painting with Cold Wax - bring your art to the next level, adding layers and texture!

Instructor: Maria Sundqvist

Maria is an accomplished artist who has been using cold wax with her oil paint as a method of adding depth and atmosphere to her paintings. Building your current skills and if you like layers and texture- Maria will share techniques on how to create translucency and interest in your paintings.

Using traditional and non-traditional tools (like brayers, sticks, cards, etc.) you will learn how to create other-worldly images as well as being able to add a fresh look to your paintings.  This workshop is best for experienced students with a knowledge of oil painting and composition. Maria will make this a fun day dedicated to exploring your art, further your skill and expanding your ability to create your works.  You will leave with a completed piece!

When: Saturday, 3/7

Time: 12:30-5:30 

Cost: $195

Monotype Printing with a Gelli Plate

Instructor: Janet Trierweiler

Experimenting with Gelli Plate monotypes has added a fun and exciting new dimension to my painting practice. Working in layers, students will learn to work with mark-making, stencils, masking and making creative tools out of common household items. Learn how to use the right paper to get the affects you desire. Water-based ink, Golden Open Acrylics or fluid acrylics can be used with the Gelli Plates. Short supply list. 

When: Saturday, 3/14

Time: 12:30-5:30pm

Cost: $195

Painting Snow in Watercolor: Capturing Light, Shadows and Mood 

Instructor: Fran Vail

Join us for this special workshop! Snow may appear white at first glance, but for watercolorists, it’s a dance of light, shadows and reflected color. In this five hour workshop, we’ll explore how to paint convincing and atmospheric snow scenes without ever relying in white paint. With addition of Fran’s demos, students will learn to use the white of the paper, transparent layers and subtle temperature shifts to capture the luminous quality of snow under different lighting conditions. Most supplies included; short supply list.

When: Sunday, 3/15 

Time: Noon-5:00pm

Cost: $195