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Visual Arts
Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center
222 E Drake Ave
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Below is a list of all visual arts classes offered this summer quarter at JDCAC. Make sure to check out the Auburn Parks and Recreation Quarterly Brochure.
If you are interested in signing up for one or more of the classes, please do so through MyRec. Registration began August 5. Citizens must have an online MyRec account to register for any Parks and Recreation programs. To access the online system and create an account visit auburnalabama.org/parks/register. Programs with an associated cost will require payment which can be made online using a credit card. Individuals who wish to pay with cash or check can register and pay in person at the Harris Center, located at 425 Perry St., Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration will only be accepted from participants who live or work in the City of Auburn during the first two weeks of registration.
Creative Kids
Creative art is a fundamental skill that should be learned by all children. The young artist will be introduced to basic drawing, painting, crafting, and clay with a fun subject while developing learning and creative skills. Creative expression will be emphasized while students work with a variety of media such as watercolor, oil pastel, color pencil, clay, collage, etc. $225.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 8 | T | 9/3 - 10/29 | 3:25 - 4:25 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Dong Shang • (229) 347-6293 • dongshang@hotmail.com
Sketching with Pencils, Painting with Brushes
In this fun and engaging class, students will learn how to draw, shade, and create gradation with pencils. Learn watercolor painting skills along with using colored pencils. Students will develop basic art skills and techniques through these sketching and painting practices. $270.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 - 14 | T | 9/3 - 10/29 | 4:30 - 6 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Dong Shang • (229) 347-6293 • dongshang@hotmail.com
NEW! Bob Ross Style Painting Workshop
A four hour workshop where one paints a classic Bob Ross painting in the Bob Ross wet-on-wet style. The painting will be one of the ones featured on Bob Ross's popular tv series. Participants will learn basic techniques from a certified Bob Ross CRI instructor, and be able to take home a Bob Ross style painting of their own at the end of the day. All supplies will be provided. $100.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14+ | SA | 10/19 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: John Hawkins • (256) 503-9731 • john.hawkins.au@gmail.com
Photo Advent Calendar on Canvas Workshop
Workshop participants will create a photo advent calendar on canvas. 25 paper pockets will each hold a little photo - starting Dec. 1, one will be revealed on each day in Dec. until Christmas. The canvas is a great display of the participants' favorite photos. $35.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18+ | M | 11/4 | 6:30 - 9 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Julie Knappenberger • (334) 740-7143 • julia.knappenberger@googlemail.com
NEW! Learning to Paint with Oil or Acrylic
This will be a relaxed open studio type class where participants of all different levels have the opportunity to receive guided help in pursuing their own particular painting interests, be it portrait, landscape, still life, abstract or other. Supplies needed are acrylic or odorless oil paint, 1 half inch to 1 inch and larger brushes. Stretched canvas, canvas board, or heavy paper suitable for oil or acrylic. I encourage larger sizes no smaller than 9 x 12. Some type of surface to mix your paint on. You may want a drawing board or small easel. People with all disabilities are welcome.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14+ | SA | 10/19 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | JDCAC |
John Willer • (479) 981-0548 • scu777@gmail.com
Classical Approach to Oil Portraits
Learn to pain a portrait from an instructor with 30 years of teaching experience. Using the tools of step-by-step instructions with photos and a demo of Old Master techniques, you will complete your own unique version of a masterpiece. Some painting experience preferred. Skill Level: Intermediate. Supply list provided. $160.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18+ | R | 9/5 - 10/10 | 11 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Elaine Western • (832) 704-8133 • doriswestern@gmail.com
Painting Open Studio
This Painting Open Studio, under the support of the Auburn Arts Association, will encourage artists to work on their own projects and provide their own supplies. The purpose of an open studio is to provide artistic fellowship, the share ideas/work and to be with other artists. Auburn artist, Nils Larson, will coordinate the studio. $60.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18+ | T | 9/3 - 11/19 | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m . | JDCAC |
Contact: Nils Larson • (334) 663-4734 • signaladvance@protonmail.com
Auburn Open Studio
Artists coming together to create art and support expression. No matter what level artist – you are welcome! All mediums are encouraged – watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, mixed media and outsider art. FREE.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18+ | F | 9/6 - 11/22 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Raymond VanTilburg • (630) 697-2929 • rayvantilburgart@gmail.com
Studio 222 Fiberarts Group
This group is under the support of the Auburn Arts Association. This regional artist group’s focus is fiberarts sharing with each other their various skills, studying design and composition, and occasionally host visiting artists who share their talents and artworks. FREE.
| Age(s) | Day(s) | Date(s) | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18+ | Last F of each month | 9/27 , 10/25 , 11/22 | 12 - 3 p.m. | JDCAC |
Contact: Laura Kloberg • (334) 332-5458 • aura57@yahoo.com
Make sure to create a MyRec account and register with us!