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5 Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Visual Arts Drawing, Painting, & Mixed Media Sculpting with Polymer Clay (age 11–16) Learn to sculpt miniature creatures realistically using polymer clay with your hands and simple tools. After artwork is heated and cooled, finish it with acrylic paint. Instructor: Kim Marchesseault Fees: $41(R) $53(N) (3 classes) 114618 Thu Jun 7–21 5–6:30 p.m. Exploring Art Media (age 11–16) Explore a variety of media used by artists. Practice techniques, sharpen skills, and investigate rationale for using specific media to achieve desired results. Beginner to advanced skills are welcomed. Location: Studio U25 Instructor: Tara Ott Fees: $36(R) $47(N) (2 classes) ACRYLICS 114642 Wed Jun 13–20 6:30–8:30 p.m. OILS 114646 Wed Jul 11–18 6:30–8:30 p.m. PASTELS 114647 Wed Aug 15–22 6:30–8:30 p.m. ABCs of Drawing (age 11–16) Explore the ABCs of drawing. A for Ability, B for the basic elements: line, value, and composition, and C for creativity to develop your own drawing style. Complete fun exercises to draw everyday objects from observation using dry media. Bring a 9 x 12 (or similar) spiral sketchbook. Other supplies included. Instructor: Ginny O'Neal Fees: $27(R) $35(N) (2 classes) 114491 Mon, Tue Jun 18–19 4:30–6 p.m. A Painting a Day (age 11–16) Learn about color mixing and composition and practice painting techniques as you create a simple acrylic painting each class. No prior painting experience needed. All skill levels are welcome. Instructor: Jane Wolfgang Fees: $20(R) $25(N) (1 class) AVOCADO SLICE STILL LIFE Paint this darling of the produce section in a still life that looks good enough to eat. 114625 Thu Jun 28 5–7 p.m. PALM TREE ISLAND Paint a beautiful palm tree that will help you imagine that you are living on a tropical island. 114624 Thu Jul 26 5–7 p.m. BLACKBIRDS ON A WATERMELON SLICE This slice of brightly colored fruit becomes more than a thirst-quenching snack when you top it off with some fun-loving whimsical blackbirds. 114621 Thu Aug 23 5–7 p.m. Draw Your Favorite Animal (age 11–16) Learn about the textures and patterns of animals to complete a 2–D study in dry media in the style of Da Vinci. Bring a sketchbook and a close-up 8 x 10-inch copy of your favorite animal. (No originals or electronics.) Other supplies included. Instructor: Ginny O'Neal Fees: $27(R) $35(N) (2 classes) 114506 Mon, Tue Jul 16–17 4:30–6 p.m. Painting on Silk (age 11–16) Learn simple methods to paint on silk. Experiment with gutta, salt, and alcohol techniques and walk away with a colorful work of art. Experience firsthand how easy it is to get started in silk. Supplies included. Instructor: Kim Marchesseault Fees: $54(R) $70(N) (3 classes) 114499 Thu Aug 2–16 5–7 p.m.