Ages: 6 (must be 1st grader)-11 y Instructor:Iwona Staszewski Tuition per month*: $90 plus $10 supplies every month (4 classes) Registration: See Options below the description
If your child likes drawing and painting this class is for him/her. The child will complete several fun projects throughout the semester that will develop and improve his drawing and painting skills. We work with different media throughout the course including acrylics, watercolor paints, oils, and chalk pastels and color pencils. The class will teach different art techniques, all in an encouraging, fun environment while giving your child joy and satisfaction of completing exciting projects. I keep the class size small, no more than 8 students, to give each child individual attention.
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To see children's artwork sample pleaseclick the link here.
This class by Local Award winning Artists Cate Robbins is for everyone from beginner to advanced. In this " open studio" setting each student will work on their own projects with Cate's help and guidance . A drawing curriculum and a color theory curriculum will be available. Students will bring their own supplies unless they are beginners in which case Cate will guide them to the medium and supplies that will fit their needs.
Ages: 10+ Instructor:Iwona Staszewski Tuition per month*: $100 (some supplies will be provided**) -4 classes Registration:See Options Below the description
This class is for children's 10+. It focuses on strengthening students drawing and painting skills as well as enhancing their artistic styles and creativity through a variety of art media like acrylics, watercolors, oil and chalk pastels, color pencils. All art skill levels are welcome - no experience necessary. The student will complete several fun projects throughout the semester that will develop and improve his or her drawing and painting skills. Classes are small only 8 students to give each student individual attention.
**Students will need to bring some supplies, but others will be provided by the teacher.
The supplies needed to be purchased by students: oil pastels, chalk pastels, watercolors, colored pencils.
You can contact me to ask where to get cost-effective supplies.
*The tuition for the full month is due at the first class of each month. Missed classes can be made up upon request.
For some examples of artwork created by students during classes, click here.
Ages: 6 (must be 1st grader)-11 y Instructor:Iwona Staszewski Tuition per month*: $90 plus $10 supplies every month (4 classes) Registration: See Options below the description
If your child likes drawing and painting this class is for him/her. The child will complete several fun projects throughout the semester that will develop and improve his drawing and painting skills. We work with different media throughout the course including acrylics, watercolor paints, oils, and chalk pastels and color pencils. The class will teach different art techniques, all in an encouraging, fun environment while giving your child joy and satisfaction of completing exciting projects. I keep the class size small, no more than 8 students, to give each child individual attention.
To see children's artwork sample please go to the link below
Taught by Renee F. Wrenwood, a prize winning local watercolorist and art instructor. She loves the medium and is happiest with a loaded brush in her hand.
Explore the basics of Watercolor: choosing the right brushes, paint and paper, mixing and applying paint, correcting mistakes, and saving the white of the paper. Experiment with exciting tricks and techniques; all in a non-stressful, fun environment. Students will create several finished paintings, while getting a good feel for a unique, enjoyable, and very beautiful medium. This class will run concurrently with the intermediate class.
Location: Mckinney Art House in downtown McKinney Instructor: Renee F. Wrenwood Registration: email Renee at renee@reneewrenwood.com Visit my website at reneewrenwood.com
Wednesday 6.30-8.30PM Tuition per month: $80 per month (supply fee of $10 includes all supplies, or you may use your own paints and paper) Registration:Contact Renee or register via reneewrenwood.com
Bring your painting ideas, or just your desire to paint in watercolor. Students will work on paintings of their choice, with guidance and gentle critique from Ms. Wrenwood.
Learn techniques to achieve your goals for your painting. Get suggestions on design/composition and focal point. Discover ways to fix a mistake or save a “ruined” painting. Loosen up and try new methods of painting. Have fun with watercolor!
This ongoing class will encourage the creative spirit in artists of all skill levels.
This class focuses on strengthening students' drawing skills and enhancing their artistic styles and creativity through colored pencil. All art styles and skill levels are welcome. Beginner Level students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil art including initial sketching, layering, blending and building colors, and interpreting colors from a reference photo to express your inner artistic voice. Intermediate/Advanced Level students will hone these skills and learn the art of creating texture and details.
If you would like to start painting with acrylics, take this first level class with Ivona. Beginner-level students are welcome meaning painting skills are not necessary. You will be guided from the start to end of the process of your beautiful painting. By the end of the semester, you will have wonderful pieces to show off, hang on your walls or give as valuable presents to those dear to you. Projects are provided by the teacher which any beginner will be able to successfully accomplish.
All supplies, including brushes, paints, gesso, paper, and the printed reference photo will be provided. However, if you plan on painting on canvas, please bring your own.
Ages: 6 (must be 1st grader)-13 y Instructor:Iwona Staszewski Tuition per month*: $90 plus $10 supplies every month (4 classes) Registration: See Options below the description
If your child likes drawing and painting this class is for him/her. The child will complete several fun projects throughout the semester that will develop and improve his drawing and painting skills. We work with different media throughout the course including acrylics, watercolor paints, oils, and chalk pastels and colorr pencils. The class will teach different art techniques, all in an encouraging, fun environment while giving your child joy and satisfaction of completing exciting projects. I keep the class size small, no more then 8 students, to give each child individual attention.
To see children's artwork sample please go to the link below
Instructor:Cate Robbins Tuition per month*: $80. One time Registration Fee $35
* Tuition is due at the first class of each month payable to Cate Robbins.
Registration:See various options Below Description
Email Cate: clrobbins@ymail.com
Have you ever wanted to try drawing and/or painting or do you have experience but would like to take your artwork to the next level? Meet with Cate Robbins for individualized art instruction in small group studio settings. Cate has a Master's Degree in Painting from Texas Woman's University. This is a general study in painting and drawing that includes composition and techniques in a variety of mediums. Instruction is based upon each student's age, skill level, and goals. Classes are designed to introduce new students to the skills required to accurately render what they see and for the more advanced artist to gain some visual and creative practice in drawing and painting that will enhance any artistic endeavors. The class objective is to provide the "tools" necessary to draw and paint with confidence and to develop within the student the ability to see the world the way artists' see. From there, assignments lead the student to express their own individual creativity. Supply needs for the class will vary according to the individual students' curriculum needs. Adults will provide their own supplies as needed for working in class and at home. Tuition for the full month is due at the first class of each month. Arrangements for missed classes are easily made up but are the student's responsibility to schedule.
Class size is limited so contact Cate today to secure your place.
Classes are Open Studio
Each student does individual work based upon their interest and Cate “coaches”.
This class focuses on strengthening students' drawing skills and enhancing their artistic styles and creativity through colored pencil. All art styles and skill levels are welcome. Beginner Level students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil art including initial sketching, layering, blending and building colors, and interpreting colors from a reference photo to express your inner artistic voice. Intermediate/Advanced Level students will hone these skills and learn the art of creating texture and details.
Instructor:Cate Robbins Tuition per month*: $80. One time Registration Fee $35
* Tuition is due at the first class of each month payable to Cate Robbins.
Registration:See various options Below Description
Email Cate: clrobbins@ymail.com
Have you ever wanted to try drawing and/or painting or do you have experience but would like to take your artwork to the next level? Meet with Cate Robbins for individualized art instruction in small group studio settings. Cate has a Master's Degree in Painting from Texas Woman's University. This is a general study in painting and drawing that includes composition and techniques in a variety of mediums. Instruction is based upon each student's age, skill level, and goals. Classes are designed to introduce new students to the skills required to accurately render what they see and for the more advanced artist to gain some visual and creative practice in drawing and painting that will enhance any artistic endeavors. The class objective is to provide the "tools" necessary to draw and paint with confidence and to develop within the student the ability to see the world the way artists' see. From there, assignments lead the student to express their own individual creativity. Supply needs for the class will vary according to the individual students' curriculum needs. Adults will provide their own supplies as needed for working in class and at home. Tuition for the full month is due at the first class of each month. Arrangements for missed classes are easily made up but are the student's responsibility to schedule.
Class size is limited so contact Cate today to secure your place.
Classes are Open Studio
Each student does individual work based upon their interest and Cate “coaches”.
This class focuses on strengthening students' drawing skills and enhancing their artistic styles and creativity through colored pencil. All art styles and skill levels are welcome. Beginner Level students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil art including initial sketching, layering, blending and building colors, and interpreting colors from a reference photo to express your inner artistic voice. Intermediate/Advanced Level students will hone these skills and learn the art of creating texture and details.
How to Paint Like the Old Masters Workshop with Sharon Irla
When: Thu Sept 5th - Oct17th ( 7 sessions)
Time:7pm - 10pm
Where: McKinney Art House, 502 Kentucky St, McKinney, TX75069
Ages: 14-adult
Old Master Oil Painting technique with fast-drying alkyd oils for Beginner & Intermediate Levels :
Using fast-drying Alkyd oils, artist, Sharon Irla shares the tips and tricks behind her award-winning figurative paintings. “We’ll cover the 3-step painting phases to achieve luminous skin tones and dramatic light in your figurative paintings, but in less than half the drying time of traditional oils".
Course Length: (7) three-hour sessions covering:
-Effective brushes and brushstrokes for blending, correcting and glazing
-Fleshtone color-mixing and the way to layer them to keep colors rich - not muddy
-The oh-so-important final details that glazing can help you achieve with ease
-... and many other tips to make your work easier and faster
Tuition: $55 per class + $50 Deposit
Deposit is nonrefundable, but will apply to your 7th & final class fee. Total $385 for 7 sessions : Course materials included
Most would consider Irla a self-taught artist, but she credits her mother for her early artistic training. As a home-based professional dressmaker and artist, her mother’s work area was Irla’s art class/playground. Today, Irla’s murals and paintings grace the walls of luxury homes and businesses and her students seek to emulate her painting techniques. “It’s amazing to see beginner students achieve this level of realism, simply by applying these old master techniques.”
