“You”, Leonardo and The Third Dimension
in Watercolor
instructor: Vesta Kirby
level: beginning and continuing watercolorists

Enhance your watercolors by applying principles of perspective that have captivated artists since the Renaissance. Learn simple ways to see and draw the third dimension in linear perspective giving your paintings greater depth and drama. We begin with easy in class set ups and progress to outdoor landscapes to include buildings and fine architectural detail.

We will review Leonardo’s great use of light and dark contrast with color to create extraordinary watercolors in perspective. Many small watercolor sketches in the beginning will build a most sound foundation. You will love the results of mastering “perspective” in your watercolors. Materials list given upon registration.

Beginners are most certainly welcome for this adventure.

class information: 2 sessions, 9 weeks each
Wednesday | 10:15am-1:15pm | 1/13-3/10 | code: VK1-F
Glass Room

Thursday | 6:30-9:30pm | 1/14-3/11 | code: VK2-F
Jewelry Room

fee:
$143 payable to FOSAS
(Drop-ins available for $18/class if space allows. Checks only.)

Focus is on instruction in Chinese style watercolor painting techniques. Demonstrations and personal critiques by the instructor help students master this age-old medium. Students will be responsible for acquiring personal painting supplies (approx. $50). Materials list provided upon registration.

special note: You may drop-in this class for $12 per class if space allows. If you do not have any Chinese brush painting supplies, you may purchase a brush and rice paper from instructor for $10.

class information: 10 weeks

Tuesday | 10am-12pm | 1/5-3/9 | code: MF2-F | Glass Room
fee: $100 payable to FOSAS

Come experience drawing from a live model. Class is self-directed, each week focusing on a different part of the anatomy. Critiques of student work made upon request to the instructor. Emphasis is on gesture poses, short poses, ending with 20 minute poses. Please bring paper and drawing materials to class. Basic drawing experience recommended.

special note: You may drop in on this class if space allows. Drop in fee is $15. Enrolled students receive priority seating.

class information: 2 sections, 10 weeks each
Tuesday | 1:30-4:30pm | 1/5-3/9 | code: LD1
Tuesday | 7-10pm | 1/5-3/9 | code: LD2
fees: 2 checks, $53 payable to SFR&P, $65 payable to FOSAS (model)
location: Carousel Room

Designed for beginning and repeat students, this class will teach you to mosaic with scrap glass, recycled mirrors, pottery, ceramic tile, shells, and other found objects. Some glass cutting experience is helpful but not essential. Youth, 15 and up, are welcome when accompanied by an enrolled adult. Materials fee covers tools and some materials. All other materials are the student’s responsibility.

NOTE New Students (new to glass or to studio) must attend first two classes to receive instruction that will not be repeated. Speak to instructor before registering if this is a problem.


class information: 9 weeks each
Monday | 7-10pm | 1/4-3/15 (no class 1/18 & 2/15) | code: MMS
fee: $130 payable to SFR&P & $28 members/$38 non-members payable to FOSAS
Glass Studio

Learn the traditional Stained Glass painting method used for hundreds of years in Churches and Synagogues. Students will learn to trace black painting, shading and stippling using umber brown, as well as colored glass paints, mica paints, and firing. Materials list provided at registration.

class information: 9 weeks
Monday | 7pm-10pm | 1/4-3/15 (no class 1/18 & 2/15) | code: POG
fee: $117 payable to SFR&P & $28 (members) or $38 (non-members) payable to FOSAS
location: Carousel Room

Missed the basics along the way? This class offers a simple overview of watercolor materials and techniques. We will take time to create a custom designed palette for each student after experimenting with a variety of pigments. We will look at new colors that have recently been developed that produce beautiful rich granulation.

In addition, we will explore the 12 basic watercolor edges and learn to use frisket to mask off areas for dramatic contrasts. Collecting samples from the park, we will combine pen and ink with watercolors to create botanical studies. Material list provided upon registration.

class information: 2 sections, 8 weeks each
Tuesday | 6:30-9:30pm | 1/12-3/2 | code: MH1-F | Jewelry Room
Thursday | 10:15am-1:15pm | 1/14-3/4 | code: MH2-F | Glass Room
fees: $127 payable to FOSAS / $10 payable to Mary Harden

Designed for absolute beginners and those wishing to improve their painting skills. Anyone who can hold a pencil can learn to draw with some degree of proficiency. With your commitment, you can and will! Drawing skills are essential to all artists, be it ceramics, glass or painting. Primary emphasis is on seeing, using right-brain techniques. Materials list given at first class.

class information: 10 weeks
Fridays | 12:30-3:30pm | 1/8-3/12 (no class 2/26) | code: ECD
fee: 2 separate checks: $85 payable to SFR&P (Adults) / $35 payable to SFR&P (Youth)
$28 or $38 payable to FOSAS (oper.) (FOSAS members $28 / all others $38)
location: Carousel Room

Learn the art of China painting–embellishing your pottery or ceramic pieces with an over glaze paint. This class will cover the basics in technique and an introduction to paints and practices. Continuing students can have a chance to work on projects and pick up new tips.

NOTE Drop in students welcome for a fee of 12 dollars per day(checks only), paints, some brushes and oil medium available for use.

class information: 10 weeks
Thursdays | 10:15am-1:15pm | 1/7-3/11 | code: CP-F
fee: $100 payable to FOSAS
Location: Carousel Room