Jun 12th
1–4pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
32 classes have spots left
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
This course offers a strong introduction to painting in which students learn about color mixing, painting techniques, and composition. Each student receives one-on-one instruction and everyone is encouraged to develop personal themes. The focus of the class is exclusively Acrylics. Students will learn the specifics of this very rich technique, which can equal the wonders of oil when well-mastered. Please click HERE for Materials List.
Monday Jun 12th, 1–4pm Central Time
(12 sessions)
Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
All levels are welcome to join this session! We found that mixture of beginners and more experienced students resulted in a very relaxed environment; we loved it! This is why we decided to make PAINTING FOR ALL an ongoing Monday session! Dear beginners, instructor will work with you following Painting I program, however- the session will most likely be joined by old students too. Please do not find this intimidating! It is interesting and...
Monday Jul 31st, 7–9pm Central Time
(8 sessions)
Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
PAINTING II The Painting II course is open to all returning students who took at least one of the introductory painting courses, as well as for those who have previous experience outside the studio. This course focuses on developing your skill, personal language and body of work. DRAWING II This intermediate level drawing course will focus on the development of students’ drawing skills as well as their individual sensibility and artistic...
Wednesday Jul 26th, 7–9pm Central Time
(8 sessions)
Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Explore your own expressive style through the practice and discipline of painting, and learn the fundamentals of color blending & balance. Create your own abstract, surreal, and representational paintings, as you learn the basics of painting with water based paints. Whether you prefer to paint still life or abstract expression, you will learn to mix and apply color through various mediums such as watercolors and acrylics. Class...
Jul 11th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Aug 8th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Aug 22nd
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Sep 16th
2–4pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Sep 19th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
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Tuesday Jul 11th, 6–8pm Central Time
(4 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
This is a multi-level painting class where you will learn the basic techniques of oils. We explore color theory, mixing, multiple mediums, and various applications in several fun exercises. New students follow the class syllabus and continuing students work on individual projects with class and instructor feedback. Bring 18” x 24”, or larger, piece of drawing paper and charcoal to 1st class. Skill Level: All Levels
Wednesday Jun 14th, 1–4pm Central Time
(6 sessions)
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Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Learn principles of creating landscape paintings in the studio. Using photo references and knowledge gleaned from other paintings and imagination, discover how to create engaging paintings. By studying historical examples of great work, we'll learn how to move beyond simply copying from photos and move into new creative avenues. For the first class, bring materials suitable for oils and acrylics. Click here for the instructor's recommended supply...
Tuesday Jun 13th, 9:30am–12:30pm Central Time
(12 sessions)
Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Painting I, Acrylic is the introduction to the fundamentals of painting. We warmly recommend taking this course prior to any other painting course, even if your ultimate medium of choice is oil. Acrylics are fast drying, water-based paints, and will allow for quicker exploration of various approaches to painting. Because of this, technical rules and planning process are (unlike with oils) virtually nonexistent in this course. This said,...
Sunday Jul 30th, 11am–1pm Central Time
(8 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
What is abstract? Students are encouraged to work in series, giving you the ability to evolve through investigation of your own work. You will be introduced to methods which answer your questions about abstraction, while enjoying the practice of personal expression. These new skills enrich and bring a sense of order to paintings, giving you the confidence to develop an exciting and cohesive body of work. Skill Level: Intermediate Click here for...
Thursday Jun 15th, 9:30am–12:30pm Central Time
(5 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Individual coaching with your particular drawing and or painting practice. Painting students will be encouraged to draw with the brush in full color. Each class begins with a half-hour of short drawing poses followed by one long pose which extends over 2 or 3 weeks. Supply List Large Newsprint Pad (18x24) Vine Charcoal or 6b pencil Kneaded eraser For Drawing students: Charcoal or Pastel paper ( about 18x24) For Painting students;...
Monday Jun 12th, 1–4pm Central Time
(10 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Culminating in a six hour pose, this five week course is designed to train artists in concepts and exercises essential to building powerful portraits in oil. Artists will learn the fine points of portraiture from anatomy and structure to paint handling and more. Guided with demonstrations and instruction at the easel students will become well versed in drills and portrait principles that will inform and improve their studio work for years to come. ...
Monday Jun 12th, 6:30–9:30pm Central Time
(12 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
For beginners: This class will initiate you to oil paint and oil painting. The first approach will be the discovery of the paint and its specificities. Learn about paint’s composition and properties and how to use it. Then discover the mediums and additives that need to be used with oils and learn basic old master’s techniques such as Van Eyck method. Through a variety of exercises, we will practice these techniques: Still Life, a la fresca,...
Monday Jun 12th, 6:30–9:30pm Central Time
(12 sessions)
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
Watercolor is an ideal medium to achieve a naturalistic style in botanical art. You will learn basic color mixing and paint-handling exercises, progressing to rendering textures and form in color, and using paint-layering techniques. A supply list will be sent. Prerequisites: Botanical Drawing 1 and Color Mixing
Thursday Jun 29th, 6–9pm Central Time
(6 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Individual coaching on the drawing and painting aspects of portrait painting. Focus on developing your drawing skills only or develop your abilities to render the model in color. Bring drawing and or painting materials of your choice to the first class for poses lasting 2 to 3 weeks. Supply List please click here Please review the EAC's model etiquette.
Thursday Jun 15th, 1–4pm Central Time
(10 sessions)
Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Students will create dynamic, multi-layered compositions with a variety of materials: watercolors, acrylics ink, images, found objects, and pastels. Techniques explored will include: photo transferring, collage, printing, drawing, painting, and assemblage. Emphasis is on conceptual practice and personal process. $35 Materials Fee will be collected at the start of the class.
Jul 11th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Aug 8th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Aug 22nd
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Sep 16th
2–4pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
Sep 19th
6–8pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
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Tuesday Jul 11th, 6–8pm Central Time
(4 sessions)
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
Students will use live plant materials and build on techniques learned in Watercolor I. Emphasis is on realistic portrayal of botanical subjects and traditional methods of dry brush watercolor painting, with attention to detail and color accuracy. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given. A supply list will be sent. Prerequisites: Botanical Drawing 1, Color Mixing, and Watercolor 1.
Wednesday Sep 13th, 6–9pm Central Time
(6 sessions)
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