Learn to paint using oils!

Students will work on 2-3 different small paintings, all nature inspired. Students will learn how to start a painting, and how to build up  values and colors.

In working small, you will learn how to make quicker decisions, using wet on wet techniques to create a painting with movement, brushstrokes and smooth blending of colors. 

Ages 15+

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

July 8 - August 5

Registration Fee: $190    Supply Fee: $20

Join us for a six week course exploring the fun and versatile medium gouache!

Students will paint three different nature subjects- floral landscape, butterflies and birds! Learn how to mix colors, and how to use the gouache paint as a wash and in thicker more opaque applications to build layers and details.

All supplies will be provided via the supply fee.

Ages 15+

Wednesdays 6-8 pm

August 26-September 30

Registration Fee: $228    Supply Fee: $20

Come learn to paint using acrylic paints, with the fall landscape as your subject!

Students will paint two different paintings, and with each one you will learn how to mix colors. You will also get a better understanding of how to see values, colors and textures within the landscape.

Please note that aside from a canvas, no supplies will be provided. A list of suggested supplies can be found here. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FIRST THREE CLASSES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE CITY OF MANASSAS COMMUNITY CENTER. 

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

October 6 - November 4

Registration Fee: $190         Canvas Fee: $5