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3rd Saturday Art Walk and Reception
Join us for an artist lecture, live music, hands on art activities and more! Enjoy hearty appetizers, beer, and wine as we welcome three new shows into the gallery. All ages are welcome to attend and admire the art. Don't forget that the monthly 3rd Saturday Art Walk will also be going on all over Vernon Street! British Invasion Coker Family Main Gallery 30x30 Broad Education Gallery Connected-Maidu Museum Artists WestPark Workshop Gallery Jewelry Show Feature Foyer Invite your friends,…
Pet Portrait Workshop
Enjoy quality time with your friends and family while painting your very own personalized pet portrait! Local artist, Jennifer Poncin will sketch your pet portrait onto an 11"x14" canvas and help you step by step as you paint your furry friend. This workshop is designed for beginning/intermediate painters to create a memorable portrait to hang in your home or give as a gift to a loved one. No experience required & all materials will be provided! Teaching Artist: Jennifer…
Drop-In Figure Drawing
Explore Figure Drawing at the Blue! Drop-in figure drawing with a live model. Embark on a drawing journey exploring your creativity and honing your skills.
Mosaic Mural Workshop for Women Veterans // 1 of 3
Mosaics have a rich history, starting as intricate floor and wall decorations in ancient Greece and Rome. Join us in reviving these age-old techniques while creating a lasting, public mosaic mural as a group! This 2 day workshop is the 1st in a 3 part series and will be lead by local mosaic artist, Jennifer McGuire, who will expertly guide you through the steps of this cathartic art medium. Piece by piece, the mural design will feature a free-flowing abstract,…
Mosaic Mural Workshop for Women Veterans // 2 of 3
Mosaics have a rich history, starting as intricate floor and wall decorations in ancient Greece and Rome. Join us in reviving these age-old techniques while creating a lasting, public mosaic mural as a group! This 2 day workshop is 2 of 3 in the series and will be lead by local mosaic artist, Jennifer McGuire, who will expertly guide you through the steps of this cathartic art medium. Piece by piece, the mural design will feature a free-flowing abstract, highlighting…
Drawing in the Gallery
Blank notebooks, pastels, charcoal & colored pencils will be provided for little Rembrandts to study a new drawing technique each week. From composition and texture, to form, value & perspective--this is the perfect foundation class for young artists to learn from the wonderful real-life examples of art we have on rotating display in the gallery! Teaching Artist: Teagan McLarnan Ages: 8-12 Start Date: 1/14/2019 End Date: 2/18/2019 Mondays 3:30-4:30pm Members: $80.00 Non-Members: $90.00 Invite your friends, Share this event on…
Painting in the Gallery
Each week the class will investigate a different painting technique using a new medium: watercolor, acrylic and mixed media to explore negative space, composition and color theory! Creative projects on paper and canvas will be inspired by students imagination as well as the wide variety of art found on our own gallery walls. Teaching Artist: Teagan McLarnan Ages: 8-12 Start Date: 1/14/2019 End Date: 2/18/2019 Mondays 4:30-5:30pm Members: $95.00 Non-Members: $105.00 Invite your friends, Share this event on Facebook!
Art & Nature Class
Adventurous students will incorporate and transform found natural objects such as pinecones and leaves during short walking tours into original prints and paintings on paper and canvas, all the while gaining an appreciation for natural forms, textures, and colors! Teaching Artist: Leah Florence Ages: 6-10 Start Date: 1/15/2019 End Date:2/19/2019 Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm Members: $95.00 Non-Members: $105.00 Invite your friends, Share this event on Facebook!
Graphic Design & Illustration for Teens
Perfect for teens who are interested in learning the ins and outs of graphic design & illustration. Each student will learn the basic functions and techniques by using an Apple Pen and iPad Pro to digitize their own posters, greeting cards and social media post designs! Procreate, Adobe Creative Cloud and other design apps will be used before printing your designs to take home. Space is limited to 8 students. Teaching Artist: Chaitra Bangalore Ages: 13-18 Start Date: 1/15/2019 End Date:…
Creative CORE Art Exploration
Students will gain an understanding of how much of a role emotion plays in art-making through color, as they create acrylic & watercolor paintings and clay sculptures based on feelings and mood. Learning the meaning of colors, shapes & directions in creating art that represents personal preferences. Teaching Artist: Deidre Trudeau Ages: 8-12 Start Date: 1/16/2019 End Date: 2/20/2019 Wednesdays 4:00-5:15pm Members: $95.00 Non-Members: $105.00 Invite your friends, Share this event on Facebook!