In the hands of a skilled artist, a colored pencil drawing can resemble a masterfully crafted painting. Join artist Michele Frantz and learn common techniques used to produce lush images with colored pencils. We will focus on base layer value and tone, and application of hue and texture with cross hatching techniques.  Explore the effect of burnishing as the waxy binder creates opaque density and saturation in the top color layers. Take your drawings to new depths of visual interest with a better understanding of the colored pencils medium! Supplies provided via optional fee if needed. 

Ages 15+

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $95.50 Supply Fee: $5

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 lesson session in acrylic painting!  Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different surfaces, and modified with various additives.

Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions. Class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session. Click here for a list of supplies. Canvases and boards will be provided by the instructor.

For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $190  Canvas Fee: $8 

Whether you are a beginning artist or just want to improve your skills, these classes will explore the basis of all art ... drawing!

This series is designed to identify fundamental drawing skills that the participants can take and develop further on their own. Participants can take one or several sessions; each session will introduce a different aspect of drawing, such as gesture, line, shading, proportions, etc.

Subjects will include still life and landscapes. Participants will provide some of their own materials (see supply list); other materials will be provided via the $5 supply fee.

Session 4:  Only Shades of Gray

5/15-6/5

Learn different approaches to shading and how it creates volume in your artwork.

Tuition: $114 Supply fee $5