Spring is not far away and we are offering several art classes for all ages. Our evening classes are geared for young and old alike, while our Saturday classes are geared for students looking to learn and have fun at the same time. Registration for each class is available at
www.northpenncep.org Just go to Spring 2018 and click on that for the next step.
Note that the list of class categories are on the left after you click Spring 2018, “Arts and Crafts” will list the Adult evening classes and “Just for Kids” will list our Saturday classes.
Below is a list of all the classes that the North Penn Arts Alliance is offering.
SATURDAY KIDS CLASSES
Multi Media: Grades K – 4
Instructor: Cecelia Zisk, Susan Schneider,NPAA
8 weeks
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 5/12/18 No Class 3/31/18 & 4/21/18
Day/Time: Saturday, 9 AM- 10:30 AM
Fee: $117
Description: Let us help nurture your young artist’s creativity and introduce basic elements of art through exciting projects in a variety of materials from works on paper to three-dimensional. All skill levels welcome. Fee includes materials.
Multi Media: Grades 5-8
Instructor: Cecelia Zisk, Susan Schneider, NPAA
8 Weeks
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 5/12/18 No Class 3/31/18 & 4/21/18
Day/ Time: Saturday, 11AM –12:30 PM
Fee: $117
Description: Your young artist or budding master will find the guidance, experience and fun they are looking for in our newly designed multi media class. Projects will include a variety of materials which may include paints, markers, collage, printmaking and three dimensional. All skill levels welcome. Fee includes materials.
Cartooning – Ages 6-18
Instructor: Caroline Neisley,NPAA
8 weeks
Day/Time: Saturday, 9-10:30AM
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 5/5/18 No Class on 3/31/18 & 4/21/18
Fee: $117
Description: Learn about penciling, inking, materials, Manga & American character design, action poses, storytelling, drawing & making comics. Fee includes materials
Introduction to Drawing: Ages 6-10
Instructor: Dan Fione, NPAA
4 weeks
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 3/24/18
Day/Time: Saturday, 9AM – 10:30AM
Fee: $62
Description: This class will teach young artists basic drawing skills; line, tonal values, composition and basic perspective. Taught by a professional illustrator. Fee includes materials.
Intermediate Drawing for Kids: Ages 10 & up
Instructor: Dan Fione, NPAA
4weeks
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 3/24/18
Day/Time: Saturday, 11AM-12:30PM
Fee: $62
Description: Students will continue learning drawing techniques; line, tonal value, composition, perspective and proportions from a professional illustrator. Some previous drawing experience helpful but not required. Fee includes materials.
Oil/ Acrylics–Age 10-Adult
Instructor: William Letvenko, NPAA
10 weeks.
Start Date: 3/3/18 to 5/12/18 No Class 3/31/18 & 4/21/18
Time: 11AM-1PM
Fee: $123
Description: Beginning and skilled artists will learn basic oil painting techniques, color theory, composition and rules of perspective. Parents are required to attend the first class with school-aged children to get information regarding materials needed. Fee includes one canvas board.
ADULT CLASSES
Multi Media- Age 15 -Adult
Instructor: Barbara Moss Buscher, NPAA
Day / Time:Tuesday. 7 – 9 PM, 10 weeks.
Start Date: 3/6/18 to 5/8/18
Fee: $123
Description: Not sure what medium you are interested in? This class is for you. Experience new and different mediums, which may include pen & ink, printmaking, watercolor, collage, fabric arts, sculpture and more, you will create original works of art.
A $40 materials fee will be payable to instructor on first night of class. Please bring pencil and notepaper to class.
Drawing with Confidence
Instructor: Caroline Niesley, NPAA
Day / Time:Monday. 7 – 9 P, 10 weeks.
Start Date: 3/5/18 to 5/14/18 No Class 4/2/18
Fee: $123
Description: All levels welcome! All mediums, personal instruction at your own pace without pressure, relax and see your skills improve. Geared to all interests. Please bring pencil and paper to first class. Supply list will be discussed in first class.
Watercolor – Age 15 – Adult
Instructor: Barbara Moss Buscher, NPAA
Day/Time: Monday, 7-9P, 10 weeks.
Start Date: 3/5/18 to 5/14/18 No Class 4/2/18
Fee: $123
Description: To paint with watercolor is to learn relationships between paint, water, brush, & paper. Specific exercises in color theory will enhance your knowledge and comfort with color. Learn basic composition using a variety of subject matter, including your own photos, still life, and your imagination, experiment with various painting techniques. Bring pencil & paper to classes. All levels welcome with individual attention given to every student A $70 materials fee payable to instructor at first class. Registration due by ____________, so supplies may be ordered. Returning students will explore new techniques and work with their personal interests.
Oil/ Acrylics–Age 15-Adult
Instructor: William Letvenko, NPAA
Day/Time: Tuesday 7-9:15 PM.
9 Weeks
Start Date: 3/6/18 to 5/8/18
Fee: $123
Description: Beginning and skilled artists will learn basic oil painting techniques, color theory, composition and rules of perspective. Parents are required to attend the first class with school-aged children to get information regarding materials needed. Fee includes one canvas board.
The Drawn Narrative – NEW CLASS!
Instructor: Caroline Niesley, NPAA
Day/Time: Wednesday, 7-9 PM,
8 Weeks
Start Date: 3/7/18 to 5/2/18 No Class 3/28/18
Description: Telling stories with pictures. Class covers a broad range of topics; the history, the how to, writing, drawing, painting, inspiration, traditional and modern methods. Bring a sketch book to class.
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