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DRAWING
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DRAWING: AN INTRODUCTION ~
Learning to draw is the
most important basic skill for any artist. It is the process of seeing
vs. looking. Everything is built on this foundation. Using charcoal,
pen & ink, and pencils we will learn a variety of techniques to help us
experience the world around us.
Materials list is available in the office and on our website (Instructor,
Steve Parton)
9 Sessions Jan. 31-Apr. 3 SHS
Thursday 7:00-9:30 p.m. $209
#125 DRAWING IN THE DAYTIME ~
For those with some drawing experience. Whether you want to learn to
sketch quickly or draw detailed objects, this class will teach you
techniques to draw flowers, portraits, and still-lifes in a fun learning
environment. Bring to the first class: drawing pad (preferable
Strathmore 400 series), pencils #2H, HB, and 2B, kneaded eraser, clear
plastic ruler, and a pad of tracing paper. Location is 1 Canal Street,
Westport (Westport Public Schools - Facilities Dept. Building)
(Instructor, Steve Parton)
9 Sessions Jan. 31-Apr. 3
Thursday 9:30-12:00 noon $185
MARKETING YOURSELF
 #305
SELLING AND MARKETING YOUR DESIGNS FOR ARTISTS ~
Artists and craftsmakers, this is your chance to take all those great ideas and
finally create your own line of products. This workshop will show you how to set
up a creative small business, manufacture and sell your products successfully.
We will discuss pricing, contracts, copyrights, trademarks, craft, trade shows
and galleries, finding resources and much more. Bring in samples of your work so
that we may discuss individual questions. (Instructor, Marina Marchese)
3 Sessions Mar. 3-17 SHS Monday 7:00-9:00 p.m.
$59
PAINTING/OTHER MEDIA
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 #066
ACRYLIC PAINTING ~
The most versatile medium in art, acrylic painting can
take your creativity anywhere you want to go. Basic drawing,
composition, and painting techniques are learned in a step by step
process that builds confidence. Experiment with different styles as you
paint still lifes, landscapes, and portraits. Relax and play with paints
— what a great idea!
Materials and supply list is available in the office and on our website.
(Instructor,
Steve Parton)
9
Sessions Jan. 30-Apr. 2 SHS
Wednesday 7:00-9:30 p.m. $189
Steve Parton’s award winning portraits of animals and children are
exhibited nationally. An experienced and supportive teacher, his classes
draw on a career as an illustrator and designer for print, TV, Broadway,
and film. To see his work, visit
http://homepage.mac.com/stevenparton/
#079S STUDIO TIME FOR ARTISTS ~
Opportunity for artists
to work on their own projects in any medium (charcoal, watercolors,
oils, acrylic, pencils, pastels). Bring your own materials – no
instruction will be provided. (Hosted by Rudy Brucato)
14 Sessions Jan. 14-May 5 SHS
Monday 6:30-9:30 p.m. $75
 #079
PAINT LIKE A MASTER ~ Beginning to Advanced:
Learn how to paint by
reproducing one of the great masters of art history. By copying Monet,
Van Gogh, DaVinci, you can learn the techniques, composition, and the
mechanics of making a painting as we concentrate on materials, different
ways of using a brush, applying paints, colors, mixing mediums, etc. We
will visit a museum one evening of the course. Interested in painting
but not copying? You can work on portraits, landscapes or still lifes.
(Instructor, Frank Bruckmann)
10 Sessions Jan. 29-Apr. 8 SHS
Tuesday 6:30-9:30 p.m. $199
Frank Bruckmann studied at the Art Students
League in New York and the Paris American School of Art in Paris. He
spent 8 years living and painting in Europe copying the Masters in
museums like the Louvre, the Musee D’Orsay, and the Prado.
 #181
FIGURES AND STILL LIFES IN WATERCOLOR AND GOUACHE ~ Intermediate to
Advanced:
Have an adventure! Learn new ways of painting, exploring
and drawing! We’ll look at the still life paintings of great artists and
paint our own. In class we’ll experiment with a new technique every week
and keep a sketchbook. Come prepared to paint.
Materials list is available in the office and on our
website.
(Instructor, Judith Katz)
8 Sessions Mar. 4-Apr. 29 SHS
Tuesday 7:00-9:30 p.m. $159
Judith Orseck Katz, a painter and graphic
designer, has taught at Parsons in NY for 14 years, and is the author of
“A Painter’s Guide to the Catskills of Rip Van Winkle, the Magic
Places.”
#070 THE NATURAL WORLD IN MIXED MEDIA ~
Join us for this creative overview in various art media — pastel,
watercolor, collage and printmaking — using nature as the subject
matter. We will also study the work of master artists in each
discipline. While this course is designed to encourage beginners to
“take the plunge” into the creative realm, artists of all levels of
experience are welcome. All art supplies and materials will be provided
- you need only bring a keen interest in art and nature. (Instructor,
Betsy Beach)
6 Sessions Feb. 25-Mar. 31 SHS Monday
7:00-9:00 p.m. $139
Betsy Beach studied art at Skidmore
College, Parsons School of Design, The School of Visual Arts and The New
York Studio School of Drawing, Painting and Sculpture. She teaches
multi-media art classes for children and adults at her studio in
Westport.
WOODCARVING
 #084 WOODCARVING ~ We are bringing back our ever popular
woodcarving course! This beginner/intermediate course is based on
traditional and modern techniques. Create a shorebird or another object
in a professional artistic manner. All aspects of carving, finishing,
and painting will be covered. A small material fee will be charged, when
applicable. (Instructor, Zsolt Megai)
8 Sessions Feb. 25-April 23
SHS Wednesday 7:00-9:00 p.m.
$95
SEWING
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SEWING ~ Basic to Intermediate:
Learn a lifetime skill!
Enjoy a new - or revived - hobby. How simple and satisfying it can be to
create stylish fashions for yourself, your children, or grandchildren.
Or use your skills to create beautiful items for your home or gifts. You
may be surprised how quickly you will learn. If you know a little about
sewing, you may bring your own pattern or project. Sewing is fun for all
ages! Please bring a sewing machine. (Instructor, Debby Ury)
5 Sessions Mar. 25-Apr. 29 SHS
Tuesday 7:00-9:00 p.m. $85
Debby Ury,
Sewing Educator, member of the Home Sewing Association and member,
American Sewing Guild.
JEWELRY
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 #455
JEWELRY MAKING ~
This introductory course will take the participants through the concepts
of designing as well as making attractive jewelry. Create pendants,
earrings, brooches, and necklaces working with various wires,
semi-precious stones and beads. A material fee will be applied to the
cost individually as needed. (Instructor, Susan Bishop)
7 Sessions Feb. 5-Mar. 25 SHS
Tuesday 7:00-9:30 p.m. $99
POTTERY
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 #850
POTTERY MAKING ~
Explore the art of making pottery through the use of the
potter’s wheel and experimenting with hand building and decorating
techniques. Slab, coil, and pinch pot construction will be covered
along with a basic introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel.
Pieces will be enhanced by adding texture, carving appliqué and more.
Glazing will be taught toward the second half of the sessions.
(Instructor, Elizabeth Fontana)
8 Sessions Feb. 28-Apr. 24 SHS
Thursday 7:00-9:30 p.m. $149
Westport Continuing Education - Adult Education
Classes
conted@westport.k12.ct.us
(203) 341-1209
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