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• WS-45 Watercolor - Loose Impressionist (SU24)

  • Start
    August 01, 2024
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  • End
    August 08, 2024
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
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  Registration deadline: July 18
  

  Ages 16+

  In the world of loose impressionist watercolor, spontaneity and expression reign supreme.  In this class, you'll explore techniques that emphasize capturing the essence of your subject rather than precise details.  You'll create vibrant and atmospheric paintings that evoke mood and emotion.  All materials included. 

  Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

  
  

  Date: Thursdays 8/1 & 8/8

  2 sessions

  Time: 4:00  pm - 6:00 pm 

  
  

  
  

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• A-77 Exploring Watercolors (FA24)

  • Start
    September 09, 2024
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  • End
    October 14, 2024
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    5

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  Registration deadline: September 2

  Ages 18+

  
  

  Consider taking A-77.2 if this class is full!  

  
  

  Douglas Brown paints with a focus on controlled realism, and you can learn the secrets of his technique. Each class will start with a short demo of the subject of the week. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. Materials list below. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Watercolor Kits are available through the NHAC - Order by registration deadline.

  
  

  Watercolor Kit

  
  

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  Instructor: Douglas Brown

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 9/9 - 10/14

  6 sessions

  Time: 9:30 am  - 12:30 pm 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• WS-58 Beach Scene Watercolors (FA24)

  • When
    September 14, 2024
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    10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: September 7

  Ages 16+

  The morning will focus on the different ways to use color, value and perspective in your painting.  Water and sky will be the demonstration along with several tips. In the afternoon, students will have a choice of project; selecting one of two references to paint.  Students should have some watercolor knowledge.  Students are responsible for their own supplies and encouraged to bring a lunch or snack. 

  Instructor: Marianne Hilke

  Date: Saturday 9/14

  1 session

  Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

  
  

  Supplies should include: 

  Paints: what you usually work with

  Brushes in various sizes: flats, rounds - what you usually work with

  Jar for water

  Paper towels

  Spray bottle (if you use one)

  Paper: Cold press, 300 lb. paper, 9x12 (nothing smaller)

  Suggested papers are Strathmore, Fluid, Arches and Canson; inexpensive papers do not hold up well, however Canson, blue cover and Hobby Lobby 140 lb. will work. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-30 Watercolor Painting (FA24)

  • Start
    September 16, 2024
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  • End
    October 21, 2024
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Registration Deadline: September 9

  Ages 16+

  
  

  Whether you are looking to improve your painting skills or try watercolors for the first time, spend a relaxing evening painting a variety of subjects using different techniques. All skill levels are welcome. Materials list below or bring supplies you have. Watercolor Kits available through the NHAC - order by the registration deadline.

  
  

  Watercolor Kit

  
  

  Instructor: James Warmbrodt

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 9/16 - 10/21

  6 sessions

  Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  

  Materials List:

  Students are encouraged to use materials already in their possession and to replenish supplies, using this list as a guide:

  Paper: 140 lb. cold-pressed (9x12 or larger)

  Brushes: flat tipped (1/2” or larger); round (varying sizes, at least one large and one small)

  Paints: (tubes not cakes; student grade or artist grade) ultramarine blue; Prussian blue; burnt sienna; raw sienna; cadmium red; cadmium yellow

  Painting surface: drawing board; Masonite board; watercolor block

  Pencil

  Soft eraser

  Hair dryer

  Masking tape

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• WS-45 Loose Impressionist Watercolor (FA24)

  • Start
    October 10, 2024
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  • End
    October 17, 2024
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Registration deadline: October 3
  

  Ages 16+

  In this class, you'll explore techniques that emphasize capturing the essence of your subject matter rather than precise details. Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, you'll learn to create vibrant and atmospheric paintings that evoke mood and emotion. All materials included. 

  Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

  
  

  Date: Thursdays 10/10 & 10/17

  2 sessions

  Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

  
  

  
  

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• WS-100 Watercolor Fundamentals: Wash Control (FA24)

  • When
    October 13, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    8

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  Registration deadline: October 6

  Ages 16+

  Whether you are just starting out or looking to hone existing skills, this workshop offers tools to help you gain more control in your work.  We will learn basic watercolor physics, practice 3 foundational wash techniques and learn to avoid the watercolorist's most common pitfall.

  
  

  Materials: Please bring a large round watercolor brush (such as size 16) and a small watercolor brush (such as size 8). Paint and paper will be provided. If you prefer to use your own paint, feel free to bring it instead.

  Instructor: Saige Runyan

  
  

  Date: Sunday 10/13

  1 session

  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

  
  

  
  

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• WS-37 Gyotaku Printing & Watercolor Painting Fusion (FA24)

  • Start
    October 24, 2024
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  • End
    October 31, 2024
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Registration deadline: October 17

  Ages 16+

  In this class, you'll learn the ancient art of Japanese Gyotaku printing and merge it with the expressive medium of watercolor.  After inking fish and pressing them onto paper, we'll add vibrant color and depth with watercolors. 
  All materials included. 

  Instructor: Sheila Hawthorne Klotz

  
  

  Date: Thursdays 10/24 & 10/31

  2 sessions

  Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 

  
  

  
  

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• WS-59 Floral Watercolors (FA24)

  • When
    October 26, 2024
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    10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline: October 19

  Ages 16+

  The morning will focus on the different ways to use color and values, especially in the shadow areas. In the afternoon, students will have a choice of project; selecting one of two references to paint. Layering techniques will be demonstrated along with several tips. Students should have some watercolor knowledge.  Students are responsible for their own supplies and encouraged to bring a lunch or snack. 

  Instructor: Marianne Hilke

  Date: Saturday 10/26

  1 session

  Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

  
  

  Supplies should include: 

  Paints: what you usually work with

  Brushes in various sizes: flats, rounds - what you usually work with

  Jar for water

  Paper towels

  Spray bottle (if you use one)

  Paper: Cold press, 300 lb. paper, 9x12 (nothing smaller)

  Suggested papers are Strathmore, Fluid, Arches and Canson; inexpensive papers do not hold up well, however Canson, blue cover and Hobby Lobby 140 lb. will work.

  
  

  
  

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• WS-101 Watercolor Fundamentals: Color Mixing (FA24)

  • When
    October 27, 2024
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    6

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  Registration deadline: October 20

  Ages 16+

  In this focused workshop, we will explore color mixing and color theory so that you can feel confident in creating harmonious and intentional color palettes in your work.  See the color wheel in a whole new way and discover the full spectrum of hues you can create using only three pigments. 

  Instructor: Saige Runyan

  Click here for the materials list!

  Date: Sunday, 10/27

  1 session

  Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

  
  

  
  

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• A-77.2 Exploring Watercolors (FA24)

  • Start
    October 28, 2024
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  • End
    December 02, 2024
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline: September 2

  Ages 18+

  
  

  Douglas Brown paints with a focus on controlled realism, and you can learn the secrets of his technique. Each class will start with a short demo of the subject of the week. Students will receive individual attention and will work at his or her own pace. Some watercolor knowledge recommended. Materials list below. If you have your own supplies, feel free to bring them to class instead. Watercolor Kits are available through the NHAC - Order by registration deadline.

  
  

  Watercolor Kit

  
  

  Materials List

  
  

  Instructor: Douglas Brown

  
  

  Dates: Mondays 9/9 - 10/14

  6 sessions

  Time: 9:30 am  - 12:30 pm 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• A-37 Painting Sampler (FA24)

  • Start
    October 28, 2024
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  • End
    December 02, 2024
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    North Hills Art Center
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Registration deadline:  Oct 21

  Ages 16+

   

  This class is for the student who wants to start painting but doesn't know where or how to start and doesn't want to invest in supplies until they've tried them out. We will sample acrylic, oil, and watercolors during this 6 weeks.

  All materials included.

   

  Instructor: Diane Pontoriero

   

  Dates: Mondays 10/28 - 12/2

  6 sessions 

  Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm

  
  

  
  

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