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This is a unique opportunity to sign up for a single day art class. This is designed for potential students who want to gain basic-level exposure to the visual arts at the Evanston Art Center. We want this to be a low stress, low commitment way to experience EAC offerings. One-day workshops in other disciplines are also available.
Celebrate the unique landscape that once covered great expanses of the state. It is not hard to imagine as you experience the extensive rolling hills, tall grasses, and beautiful native flowers of the prairie landscape at the Garden. Learn how to observe and simplify the shapes in nature to convey the essence of the landscape into your painting. You can complete a finished artwork during each class session. All media welcome. Dress for the...
Working with exploratory studies in watercolor, you will break down a landscape into its most basic shapes. Large relationships of color, value, and composition will be emphasized rather than details. You will paint the essence and the abstract quality of the scene. This approach can be applied to all paintings. Your personal observations, interpretations, and emotional expressions are highly encouraged in your art work. You will progress...
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Explore Art Private Group EventsStudy the colors of nature as the Garden comes alive with the emergence of spring. You will explore painting techniques that reveal color in the landscape and review color theory to guide you to create rich, vibrant landscapes. Learn to work from photographic references and, as weather permits, work outside. All skill levels and media welcome. A supply list will be sent.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Pastel dust is a medium that lends itself to great vibrancy and soft blending, perfect for botanical subjects. Used in conjunction with pastels and pastel pencils, it combines an expressive painterly approach with the ability to achieve great detail. The School’s CEUs=9 hours
Wet Paint Chicago @ 1200 West 35th St, Chicago, IL
Relax in a cool atmosphere with music & friends. Bring your own wine or favorite beverage and enjoy painting a piece of art. We supply everything you need – Paint, 16x20 canvas, brushes, and aprons. Never Painted before? No Problem. We have talented Artists ready to take you on your journey. You will leave the session with your own original masterpiece. Take it home, hang it on the wall, and relive the great time you had. We have stencils...
Aartwerk Studio @ 1141 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL
French artists seduced their lovers with art and good wine. Maybe you've got more game, but why risk it? Spend a romantic evening with your partner painting and sipping wine in the candlelight. If a cupid knocks down your easel, class is on the house. This special event is designed for small groups. H-frame easels, our special wine glasses, and complementary chocolate and fruit await! One must be 21 years old with an ID to consume alcohol. Arrivals...
The Paintbrush @ 2646 N Halsted, Chicago, IL
Bring your favorite beverage. Cups will be provided. No experience necessary, just bring your desire to try something new! Follow along with the teacher's instructions or do your own thing. Come with a date or a friend or solo! It's a good time!
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Learn how to mix color, block out values, and create powerful compositions. You will start with a choice of scenes, and in the process of painting them, how to develop your own voice. Please Note: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class: www.zoom.us You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class 1 day before the start of...
Evanston Art Center @ Online Class, Online, IL
Explore various methods, approaches, and techniques in application to found imagery and objects. As a class we will utilize drawing, painting, collage, assemblage, and altered books while learning about different mixed-media artists working in altered art. Although the course will focus primarily on two-dimensional media, students are welcome to experiment with any media of their choosing! Required Materials Glue stick (UHU Glue sticks work well)...
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Jump into the wonderful and dynamic world of comic books, illustration, manga, and cartooning! Learn all the techniques professional cartoonists use to create the graphic novels you love to read. Explore inking, character design, panel layout, and cover design. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID,...
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP
Fun, Cooperative & Inspiring! Learn Art history and terminology while practicing important skills. Imagine making fun art all day. Never more than 12 students per teacher means individual attention from professional teaching/artists. Note: BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch & Water Bottle)
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 4041 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
The shows are preceded by a workshop with a pro from the show. This Fall, Jacob Mills “Behind the Mask” will train you in mask performance. Features Four of Chicago’s Finest Variety Performers, Our Host Brad French, “That Juggling Guy,” The Semmerling Mask Players, Music, Dance and more in a Family Friendly Format.
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
A successful painting is based in good composition and color usage. Explore color relationships and strengths. Learn how shape, positive and negative space can balance your composition. Discover why scale and placement are so important. Course includes color theory review, lecture, projects, handouts and visuals. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class: You will be emailed...
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Using still life and reference material, students will create drawings and paintings using a variety of pens–dip pens, micron pens, brush pens, watercolors, Dr. Martin Watercolors, and brushes on various papers. Material list NOTE: You do not need to purchase all here. Select a few penholders; nibs; India ink; regular watercolors: primary colors and earth tones by Holbein, Winsor & Newton; a few bottles of Dr. Martin watercolors- primaries:...
The art of pysanky has been practiced for more than 2,000 years. Learn about the history of this fascinating art form, including its origins and the myths and legends surrounding the craft. Unlock the mysteries of this technique by watching an experienced pysanky teacher demonstrate each step required to create a beautiful, ornate egg. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class...
This is intermediate class for students who are interested in developing own style in abstract oil painting. Some oil painting experience required .
Oil painting class for students who needs more knowledge about creating and applying color hues, saturation, texture and process of discovering own color language. Session of 6 classes. All levels of experience are welcome. Acrylic will be an option. $75.00 per one 2 hours session per person.
Ingrid's Originals Inc. @ 3729 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL
In this workshop participants will learn about editing the scene, composition and design principles, color mixing, the importance of edges, figures and cars in streets, and many other tips. Have you often wondered how to get mystery into your paintings? Then this is the workshop for you! Conveying atmosphere is Frank’sspecialty! Frank Eber’s body of work inspires an emotional response to nature, resulting in timeless, enduring artwork. ...
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