Art Workshops all skill levels are welcome in this supportive environment
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Enamel Jewelry: Make a Pair of Fine Silver Earrings Cathy Hazel Sunday, October 3rd, 10am-4pm
Class fees: $75 (plus $15 materials fee collected at time of class)
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Mixed Media Painting and Collage
Saturday, October 9th, 1pm-6pm
$55 for art center members; $75 for non-members (membership is only $20)
Learn how to combine acrylic painting, scribbles, collage elements, and other mixed media techniques to create paintings. Today, we'll also learn how to create and use stencils in the creation of mixed media paintings.
This workshop is about playing with the elements of art in creative and experimental ways, and is designed for both beginning and experienced painters. It's a great way to give yourself a creative jump start! See the materials list below,* or contact Karen in advance if you'd like to purchase materials in class.
Materials list, click HERE Karen Lynn Ingalls (707) 942-0197 kli@sonic.net
There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
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Introduction to Precious Metal Clay Vicki Serrao Sunday, October 17, 2010 10am-5pm (with a break for lunch) Limited to 10 participants!
Class fees: which includes 7 hours of instruction, introduction to tools and supplies and a 28 gram pack of precious metal clay (silver) Non-members Calistoga Art Center $125 Member of Calistoga Art Center - $100
Fees to be collected at the beginning of the morning session. All jewelry making supplies and handouts to be provided by Victoria Serrao.Any additional jewelry making supplies will be assessed at a small additional fee:For example- leather cord, sterling silver wire, decorative beads (these will be available for purchase at a modest fee) There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
About “Precious Metal Clay” “Precious Metal Clay” is a product developed in Japan from recycling the silver from exposed photography, medical and veterinary film.Gold metal clay is recycled from electronics and post mortem dental work.The silver and gold are extracted and then mixed with a clay like medium to produce a pliable clay material and slip.The silver and gold clay can be used employing any of a variety of hand building techniques much in the same way as using conventional clay, just on a smaller scale.After firing to a temperature of 1500 – 1565 degrees, the clay medium burns away, shrinking the fired piece by 12-15% and leaving a piece of art which is 99.9 % pure silver or gold.
Concept of Workshop Introduction of the basics tools and techniques in working with Silver precious metal clay in order to form one or more pieces of wearable art by the end of the session.Educate students in how to go about setting up their own precious metal clay studio.A guide on where to obtain precious metal clay and the other tools needed to get started on their own.
Soft Block Printmaking, Creating Designs for the Holidays Karen Lynn Ingalls October 23rd, Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $85 ($65 for Art Center Members)
Interested in creating your own block-printed cards, or fine art prints you can give as gifts? Learn all the basics of printmaking with soft blocks (similar to, but much easier to work with, than linoleum block or wood block printing) and non-toxic, water-soluble inks. You will learn how to design and cut the block for printing, how to ink and print greeting cards and fine art prints on paper.
Bring your own materials, including potential design ideas (click below for materials list), or contact Karen to let her know you will purchase materials in class.
Materials list click HERE Karen Lynn Ingalls: (707) 942-0197 kli@sonic.net
There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
Angel Block Print by Karen Lynn Ingalls
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New Workshops under Development...Please Check Again!
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Recent Work Shops to be held Again Soon...
Soft Block Printmaking Weekend Karen Lynn Ingalls July 24th & 25th, Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $140 for 2-day workshop ($120 for Art Center Members)
Learn all the basics of printmaking with soft blocks (similar to, but much easier than, linoleum block or wood block printing) and non-toxic, water-soluble inks. You will learn how to design and cut the block for printing, how to ink and print greeting cards and fine art prints on paper, how to print multiple colors, and how to print on fabric (whatever fabrics you bring - check also with Karen to find out about painting on silk). Bring your own materials (click HERE for materials list), including potential design ideas, or a $25 materials fee (fabric not included) for both days covers all you'll need.
There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
Dragonfly by Karen Lynn Ingalls 2003
Soft Block Printmaking, One Day Workshop Karen Lynn Ingalls July 24th, Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $85 ($65 for Art Center Members)
Learn all the basics of printmaking with soft blocks (similar to, but much easier than, linoleum block or wood block printing) and non-toxic, water-soluble inks. You will learn how to design and cut the block for printing, and how to ink and print greeting cards and fine art prints on paper. Bring your own materials (click HERE for materials list), including potential design ideas, or an $18 materials fee (fabric not included) for first day only, covers all you'll need.
There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
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Acting & Theater Workshop, for Adults and Teens Sharie Renault 3 week series, Tuesday Evenings 7:00pm - 9:00pm $75 for all three
"Improv", August 10th "Duets", August 17th "Monologues", August 24th
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Painting the Costumed Model Karen Lynn Ingalls Saturday, August 14th 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. $85 ($65 for Art Center Members)
Materials & model fee (nominal) not included, bring basic painting materials. Click here for a materials list
Interested in portrait or figurative painting? Learn to paint from a clothed model. You will learn how to check the proportions of the figure, how to create and develop your composition, and how to paint light and dark colors of skin and clothes. Previous painting experience required. Bring your own acrylic paints (no solvents!) and painting materials (see materials list for what you’ll need), or get the materials you will need when you arrive for $15. With enough registrants, a model fee of $15 will let you paint all day.
There is a $20 discount for CAC members, CAC Annual memberships are $20. Why not become a member today? Click here to become a member.
