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Taste of the Tour Preview Reception
Come visit Blue Line Arts on Thursday November 1st to enjoy a special preview look at artworks by the talented Placer County artists who are participating in this year's Placer Artists Studio Tour! This will be an official kick-off event before the Studio Tour starts on November 9th-11th to give everyone a taste of all the participating artists. Come and see the wide variety of art mediums on display to help you decide which studio you will be visiting during…
Art21 Free Episode Screening
Join us at 2 pm on November 2nd for a FREE screening of a new episode from Art 21's newest season. This episode will be featuring artists local to the San Francisco Bay area, and you can see it here early! There will be light refreshments provided, and seating is first come, first serve. Hope to see you there! Art21 is a celebrated global leader in presenting thought-provoking and sophisticated content about contemporary art, and the go-to place to learn…
Still Life Painting: Acrylic & Oil
6 Weeks: Tuesdays, 9:30 am - 11:30 am 11/6/18 - 12/11/18 Ages 18+ Instructor: Jennifer Lugris Program Description: This course is designed to introduce the basic elements of painting to students of all skill levels–with little or no experience. A still life will be staged in the middle of the workshop for participants to paint from life. Work with acrylic and oil paints to learn the fundamentals of composition, tone, and blending colors to create a final…
Working in Series
6 weeks: Tuesdays, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 11/6/18 - 12/11/18 Ages: 18+ Instructor: Jennifer Lugris Program Description: This course is designed to help guide artists of any skill level in building a series of 5-10 related works which grow from one another within a particular idea, concept, or technical experiment. Students will deeply explore a visual subject, media, idea, and method of approach. This could be used to prepare an artist portfolio. Students are encouraged to bring…
Art & Nature Series
Inspired by the natural world and the beautiful changing of the seasons--students will take guided walks to the park to find natural objects to incorporate and transform into 2D and 3D works of art. Each student will gain an appreciation for natural forms, textures, and colors while learning new painting, printmaking and collage techniques! Ages: 8-12 6 Weekly Class Sessions: Tuesdays, 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm 11/6/18 - 12/18/18 (Please note there will be no class on Dec 11th) …
Conceptual Photography
6 weeks: Tuesdays, 6:00pm - 7:00pm 11/6/18 - 12/18/18 (Please note: there will be no class on December 11th) Ages: 18+ Instructor: Jennifer Lugris Program Description: Learn to make photographs that hold meaning and are thought provoking. Review contemporary artists in the field of photography for inspiration. This course is conceptually based and will cover four areas of photography which include: Photographs out in the world Photographs in the studio A combination of the first two Appropriation as Photography …
Mixed Media Art Exploration
6 Weeks: Wednesdays, 9:30 am - 11:30 am 11/7/18 - 12/12/18 Ages: 18+ Instructor: Deidre Trudeau Program Description: Invigorate your art practice by joining mixed media artist, art educator and graphic designer: Deidre Trudeau for 6 weeks of unique art making and exploration. She will lead you through her favorite tried-and-true techniques for adding texture, creating layers, playing with color, transparencies and transforming a multitude of ordinary items into interesting art tools and treasures. This series is a skill-building powerhouse…
November Dance Series: East Coast Swing
Ages: 18+ Wednesdays, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 11/7/2018 - 11/28/2018 Instructor: Richard A. Kowaleski Program Description: Easiest and most popular swing dance for generations! Learn the most popular pattern to the East Coast Swing. Beginners and experienced dancers alike are taught easy-to-learn moves that impress and benefit from the styling tips that make you look great! No partner required. Please bring smooth-soled shoes with good heel support. Members: $45.00 ; Non-members: $55.00 Register Here
November Dance Series: West Coast Swing
Ages: 18+ Wednesdays, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 11/7/2018 - 11/28/2018 Instructor: Richard A. Kowaleski Program Description: Smoother and slower swing. Ladies' favorite! Learn the most popular patterns to the West Coast Swing. Beginners and experienced dancers alike are taught easy-to-learn moves that impress and benefit from the styling tips that make you look great! No partner required. Please bring smooth-soled shoes with good heel support. Members: $45.00 ; Non-members: $55.00 Register Here
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 paintings and sculptures based on feelings and mood. Learning the meaning of colors, shapes & directions in creating art that represents personal preferences. Ages: 10-12 6 Weekly Class Sessions: Wednesdays, 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm 11/7/2018 - 12/12/18 Instructor: Deidre Trudeau Members: $95.00; Non-members: $105.00 Register Here