Any Media Art Group
Mondays, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Meet in an informal setting to discuss and work on your art. Limited to 10 artists per session.
Purchase a 10-session punch card. The punch card expires one-year after purchase and is non-refundable.
Stitch & Schmooze
Tuesdays, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Get together and schmooze while you knit or crochet. Don’t know how to knit or crochet? No worries, Marsha Schneider will be on hand to offer you a chance to learn a new skill.
No registration required.
Botanical Drawing with Colored Pencils - Pansies
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
In this class students will continue to learn the basics of Botanical Drawing. We will begin our drawing forms by layering neutral tones and putting on top color with colored pencils. By the end of class participants will have created lovely Pansies.
Materials Needed: Drawing Pencils (HB, H, 2H), Kneaded Eraser and Soft White PVC free Eraser, 6’ or 12’ Ruler, Colored Pencils: 24 Count is sufficient, Drawing Board, A pad of Strathmore Bristol Paper (Smooth).
Cost: $20 JCC Members / $22 Program Guests plus materials.
Using Kraft Paper For Your Botanical Drawings
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
The quality and type of paper one uses for colored pencils sets the tone of your artwork. Using a different type of paper called Kraft Paper, gives a lovely contrast to the lights and darks of your piece. In this class participants will play and experiment with darks, lights and midtones on this paper. By the end of class, they will have created a lovely Botanical on this unique paper!
Materials Needed: HB, 2H , H graphic pencil, Kneaded Eraser, PVC White Eraser, Ruler, Stylus (originally used for stamping and creating mandalas), Drawing Board or a Smooth Hard Surface, A pad of Stonehenge Kraft Paper - 9x12 (available at Arlene’s), 24 count or more set of Colored Pencils
Cost: $20 JCC Member/$24 Program Guest plus materials.
Folded Book Art: Creating A Beautiful Flower Vase
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Take your love for books to a new height. Learn how to recycle paperback books into beautiful, folded book sculptures! In this enjoyable 2 ½ to 3 hour workshop Nancy will teach students how to create a vase out of paperback books. In addition, students will learn how to create Japanese Kusadama Flowers to “embellish” their vases. What a way to greet spring and summer! Books are supplied!
Materials: Good Scissors, Clear Tacky Glue, Ruler OR Bone Folder, Several Sheets of Solid Color and/or Lightweight Scrapbooking Paper, OR Origami Paper
Cost: $22 JCC Members / $24 Program Guests plus materials
All Occasion Cards
Friday, May 24, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
There is no better way to show someone you care than to send them a card handmade by you. In this workshop, we'll be creating two cards that will delight and impress based on different themes. Come create with some amazing colors, images, techniques and folds designed for both the new and experienced stamper. Be sure to bring your own sharp scissors and double-sided adhesive.
All rubber stamping classes are taught by Sharyn Bouck, independent Stampin' Up! demonstrator since 1996.
Cost: $12 JCC Members/$16 Program Guests.
Botanical Art with Colored Pencils- Drawing Beautiful Poppies
Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
In this 2 1/2-hour class participants will continue to learn the basics of Botanical Drawing. We will begin our flowers by layering neutral tones with graphite and putting color on top with colored pencils. By the end of class participants will have created beautiful poppies!
Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Materials Needed: Drawing Pencils (HB, H, 2H), Kneaded Eraser and Soft White PVC free Eraser, 6’ or 12’ Ruler, Colored Pencils: 24 Count is sufficient, Drawing Board, A pad of Strathmore Bristol Paper (Smooth).
Cost: $20 JCC Members/$22 Program Guests plus materials.
Tree Study – An Introduction to Drawing with Graphite Pencils
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
In this 2 ½ hour class students will become familiar with graphite pencils and learn the various techniques used (such as shading, toning and blending) to create a beautiful tree drawing.
This class is for both beginners and intermediate students.
Materials needed: Wood Encased Graphite Pencils (Faber -Castell, Staedtler, Derwent, & Winsor Newton- 2H, F, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B), Ruler, Small Blending Stump, White PVC Eraser, Kneaded Eraser, Strathmore Bristol Paper – Smooth, Drawing Board
Cost: $20 JCC Members/ $22 Program Guests plus materials.
Intro to Color Theory
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Have you ever wondered how to make various colors when creating your art pieces? In this playful 2 1/2 hour class students will learn the 5 basic properties and familiar vocabulary of color theory. They will create their own Color Wheel, and mix/experiment with colors using the 3 main groups (Primary, Secondary and Tertiary). In addition, students will be able to understand and create complimentary, analogous, and monochromatic colors which are essential for creating artwork.
Materials Needed: Bristol Smooth Paper, HB Graphite Pencil, Ruler, Acrylic Paint in red, yellow, blue, and white, Small flat paint brush, Round brush size 6, A palette or heavy paper plate, Container for water and 12-24 Ct Colored Pencils
Cost: $20 JCC Members / $22 Program Guests plus materials.
Watercolor Workshop with Theresa Samaio Harvey
Wednesdays, July 10 - 31, 2024 from 10:00 am to 12:00pm
In this 4-week series, we'll explore the medium of watercolor and how to use it creatively and with confidence. We will discuss watercolor materials and techniques, such as controlling water flow and brush effects. We will discuss color mixing, washes and glazes, resist, negative painting, wet-on-wet, and dry brush. Additionally, general aspects of painting and drawing, such as composition, perspective, line, value and texture will be considered as we develop original paintings. We will paint from still life's, photographs and our imagination. Classes will consist of brief explanations or demonstrations followed by a painting session. All levels are welcome. Cost: $81 JCC Members or $91 Program Guests plus supplies.
Pastel Workshop with Theresa Samaio Harvey
Thursdays, July 11 to August 1, 2024 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Pastels are an easy, enjoyable art medium. They can be used like pencils, crayons or paint and provide the artist with endless possibilities. In this class, students will develop their drawing skills and color mixing knowledge while learning to "paint" with the rich medium of soft pastel. Working from a variety of subjects, students will learn various pastel techniques. They will learn to "see" color and form more artistically. If you like rich, vivid color, you may fall in love with pastel!
Classes will consist of a brief discussion, demo and/or handouts of a topic, followed by a painting session.
Cost: $81 JCC Members/ $91 Program Guests plus supplies.
Using Watercolor Pencils for Botanical Art
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
In this 2 ½ hour class, students will learn how to use watercolor pencils (which are made with water soluble pigments) to create a lovely botanical flower. They will become familiar with and practice the different techniques using this specialized medium.
This class is for both beginners and intermediate students.
Materials needed: Hot Pressed 140lb. Watercolor Paper (Stonehenge, Fabriano, or Arches), Graphite Pencils (2H, H), Ruler, Kneaded Erasers, 24 ct set of WATERCOLOR PENCILS ( Faber Castell, Staedtler, Caran D Ache, Derwent), Watercolor brushes (Round Sizes 4, 6, & 2 for detail) Container for water, Old rag, Drawing Board, Flat palette with some tooth
Cost: $20 JCC Members / $22 Program Guests plus materials.
Watercolor Workshop with Theresa Samaio Harvey
Wednesdays, August 7-28, 2024 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
In this 4-week series, we'll explore the medium of watercolor and how to use it creatively and with confidence. We will discuss watercolor materials and techniques, such as controlling water flow and brush effects. We will discuss color mixing, washes and glazes, resist, negative painting, wet-on-wet, and dry brush. Additionally, general aspects of painting and drawing, such as composition, perspective, line, value and texture will be considered as we develop original paintings. We will paint from still life's, photographs and our imagination. Classes will consist of brief explanations or demonstrations followed by a painting session. All levels are welcome. Cost: $81 JCC Members or $91 Program Guests plus supplies.
Hardcover Folded Book Art
Take your love for books to new heights! Learn how to recycle hardcover books into beautiful, folded sculptures. In this 2 1/2-hour workshop you will learn various folding patterns to create pieces that can be displayed on a table, shelf, or hung on the wall. Books are supplied.
Materials Needed: Scissors, Glue Stick, Ruler, 2 sheets of Lightweight Printed Scrapbook Paper (your choice of the same print, can be purchased at JoAnn’s or Arlene’s)
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Create a Multimedia Travel Journal
In this class, you'll learn how to tell your unique travel story with your collected photographs, print materials, and/or artwork and create an essential art travel kit for your upcoming adventures. No experience needed.
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