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VISUAL ARTS PART TWO 52 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org Painting ACRYLICS Introduction to Abstract Painting (age 16 & up) Explore the many ways that abstractionists create dynamic and sophisticated large paintings. Use acrylic paints to spray, stamp, splatter, scribble, and scrape paint. Color composition and different styles of abstraction—from cubism to minimalism—will be explored. The supply list is provided on your receipt. Instructor: Eric McRay Fees: $88(R) $114(N) (5 classes) 109665 Mon Jan 8–Feb 12 1–4 p.m. (no class Jan 15) Acrylic Painting Basics (age 16 & up) Learn the fundamentals of drawing in perspective, composition, and painting techniques in a step-by-step process that builds confidence. Demonstrations and discussions will help you to achieve your goals. The supply list is provided on your receipt. Instructor: Catherine Griffin Fees: $105(R) $135(N) (6 classes) 109668 Mon Feb 19–Mar 26 9:30 a.m.–noon Beginning Acrylics (age 16 & up) A complete introduction or refresher to acrylics. You will learn about composition, set-up, brush types and handling, color-mixing and theory, as well as application methods such as underpainting, glazing, scumbling, and broken color. Hands-on exercises are designed to increase your understanding of basic concepts. The supply list is provided on your receipt. Instructor: Michael Polomik Fees: $70(R) $91(N) (4 classes) 109667 Thu Mar 8–29 7–9:30 p.m. Continuing Acrylics (age 16 & up) Explore more advanced possibilities of acrylic. Following a brief rundown of basics, continuing discussions will cover more in-depth color theory, composition, surface preparation; the benefits of more expensive materials; incorporating other media; and miscellaneous tips and tricks. The supply list is provided on your receipt. Instructor: Michael Polomik Fees: $70(R) $91(N) (4 classes) 109669 Thu Apr 12–May 3 7–9:30 p.m. Beginning Metals & Jewelry (age 16 & up) Learn to saw, file, texture, hammer, solder, polish—as well as other basic metalsmithing techniques—while creating small sculptures, earrings, or pendants. Use hot and cold fabrication techniques to emboss, rivet, embellish, pierce, and solder with an acetylene torch. Metals available for purchase at the Cart Arts Center. Class satisfies eligibility for Open Studio Membership Pass. Instructor: Hsiang-Ting Yen Fees: $135(R) $165(N) (6 classes) 109806 Wed Mar 7–Apr 11 6:30–9:30 p.m. Setting the Facetted Stone (age 16 & up) Create a one-of-a-kind, basket-type setting for a ring or pendant for a facetted stone. Students should bring an 8mm round facetted stone. Prerequisite: Beginning Metals & Jewelry. Instructor: David Tomlin Fees: $81(R) $108(N) (5 classes) 109807 Mon Apr 23–May 21 6:30–9:30 p.m. Mixed Media Art Pen, Ink, & Watercolor/Plus (age 16 & up) Experienced and novice watercolor painters learn and share techniques used to depict sky, land, water, as well as color theory and freedom of the medium. Pen and/or charcoal and other marks add excitement to the artworks. The supply list is provided on your receipt. Instructor: Donald Hamilton Fees: $85(R) $110(N) (6 classes) 109641 Wed Mar 14–Apr 18 7–9 p.m. Painting & Mixed Media (age 16 & up) Create with a medium each class, including watercolors, acrylic and acrylic ink, collage, stencil overlay, texture paste, and a printing plate. Discover new possibilities for expression! Supplies included. Instructor: Catherine Griffin Fees: $125(R) $155(N) (6 classes) 109640 Wed May 2–Jun 6 7–9:30 p.m.