Summer/Fall 2010 Classes
Got an idea for a class! We would love to hear from you.
Contact Cheryl Johnson c-johnson@hughes.net
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Supporting Members of Artistic Roots will receive early notification and discounts on classes, advance notice of special events, receptions, demonstrations, etc. Supporting Members will also receive a monthly email update about all Artistic Roots activities. Individuals may join for a $25 annual fee and families may join for a $40 annual fee.
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Zentangle 101 (Z-08)
Aug. 25, Bette Abdu,
Certified Zentangle Instructor
Wednesday, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m., One 2.5 hour workshop
Members: $36; Non-members: $46
Class limited to 8, Ages: Teens & Adults
Make beautiful images with repetitive patterns. Learn this technique in one evening and enjoy the calming benefits every time you create one of these 3.5” square artistic gems. Prerequisites: None - Non-artists encouraged. Tuition includes a $6 supply kit. This class is offered on May 26, June 23, July 28, and August 25.
Graphite Drawing (DWG-09)
Sept. 13 – Nov. 1, Cheryl Johnson
Mondays, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Eight 2-hour classes
Members: $135; Non-members: $150
Class limited to 10, Ages: Teen – Adult
Materials list provided.
Topics include tools, supplies and materials, resources, learning to see, drawing with lines, basic perspective, creating values, suggesting light and shadow, cross-hatching, and shading. Subjects will include animals, landscapes, textures and more. Numerous handouts and a resource list will be provided.
Monday Evening Watercolor (MEW-09)
Sept. 13 – Dec. 13, Cheryl Johnson, VWS
Every Monday, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Three hour classes, available separately
Members: $15/class; Non-members: $20/class
Class limited to 10, Ages: Teen – Adult
Materials list provided.
These watercolor sessions for advanced beginner and intermediate painters will focus on applying various types of washes, brush work, developing values, portraying light and shadow, use of additives and color mixing. Subjects include landscapes, still life, birds/animals, and structures. Classes are offered on a come-as-you-can basis. Pre-registration is encouraged, because space is limited to 10 students. Materials and equipment are available for $5 per class, or students may bring their own.
Thursday Morning Watercolor (TMW-09)
Sept. 16 through Dec. 16,
Cheryl Johnson, VWS
Every Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Three hour classes, available separately
Members: $15/class; Non-members: $20/class
Class limited to 10, Ages: Teen – Adult
Materials list provided.
These sessions are intended for beginner and advanced beginner watercolor painters and are offered on a come-as-you-can basis. Classes include exercises in applying washes, brush work, developing values, use of additives and color mixing. Subject matter will vary. Pre-registration is encouraged, because space is limited to 10 students. Materials and equipment are available for $5 per class, or students may bring their own.
Painting the Late Summer Landscape in Watercolor (PLSL-09)
Sept. 25, Robert J. O’Brien, AWS, NWS
Sat., 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Full-day workshop
Members: $85; Non-members: $95
Class minimum 5, Maximum 12; Ages: 13 and up
Materials list provided
NOTE: This workshop will be held at Church of the Holy Spirit Community Life Center, 263 Highland St. in Plymouth. There is lots of class space and plenty of free parking! Nationally recognized Vermont watercolorist, and master landscape painter, Robert J. O’Brien (www.robertjobrien.com) will lead this all day watercolor workshop. Rob is a member of the American Watercolor Society and the National Watercolor Society. Rob will do a demonstration in the morning, and participants will paint a late summer or early fall landscape in the afternoon. The workshop will end with a short critique session. Bring your own photo, or choose one of Rob’s. Painters of all levels are welcome, and no experience is necessary. Register early – Rob’s workshops always fill up quickly. Bring a lunch.
Watercolor for the First Time (WFT-10)
Oct. 9, Cheryl Johnson, VWS
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,
Full-day workshop
Members: $75; Non-members: $85
Class limited to 8; Ages: Teens & Adults
In this workshop, Cheryl Johnson, member of the Vermont Watercolor Society and NH Art Association, will explain and demonstrate the basics of watercolor painting. The morning session will cover tools and materials, color mixing, values, basic washes, brushwork, and techniques. During the afternoon session, participants will complete a simple landscape. The workshop will end with a short critique session. No drawing or painting experience is necessary. All materials and equipment will be supplied. Bring a lunch.
Handbuilding Pottery I (HP-10)
Oct. 5-25, Joyce Bouley
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Four 2-hour classes
Members: $130; Non-members: $145
Class limited to 4, Ages: teens and adults
Come and create some special gifts for the up coming holidays. Joyce will guide you through your creations: a bowl, mug, tray, pitcher, or a piece you have in mind, something special for those special ones. Each student can complete 3 different projects. Class includes all supplies, tools to use at class, and firing of your work. Class will be held at Joyce’s studio, which is 7 miles from downtown Plymouth.
Art Parties AT ARTISTIC ROOTS
Celebrate your child’s birthday with an art workshop designed from his/her wishes, ideas and themes. One-and-a-half hour party workshops are available on weekends year round. The cost is $150 for up to 10 children. This covers the materials and the instructor, who will work with you to personalize the experience to the greatest extent possible. Call 536-2750 for more info
Registration/Refund Policy
You may reserve a place in class by phone (603-536-2750) or email classes@artisticroots.com. However, to be officially enrolled in an Artistic Roots class, the tuition must be paid in full. Registrations are accepted in the order in which full payment is received. Classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met two weeks before start of the class, in which case, registrants will be notified, and a refund will be issued.
If Artistic Roots has to cancel a scheduled class, then the full amount of tuition will be refunded. If an enrolled student cancels his/her registration the following policy is in effect: If a student cancels 14 days prior to a class, a refund will be issued for the full amount of the tuition. If a student cancels later than 14 days and more than 7 days prior to the first meeting of a class, 50% of the tuition will be refunded. If a student cancels less then 7 days prior to a class, the full tuition will be forfeited.
Parking Suggestions
Please consult the parking map for suggested parking possibilities.
Metered parking with a 2-hour limit is available around the Town Common on Main Street. A limited amount of free parking is available near the Court House on Green Street, located along the river just behind Main St. There is also a pay-to-park lot a short walk away, located near the intersection of Holderness Road and Green St., that offers metered 24 hour parking.
