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Art classes

Finding Inspiration at Every Turn

 join us at my studio, located in the historic horse district, for an enriching and creative experience. Students from beginner to advanced are welcome to experience art in a relaxed and fun environment. The studio is housed in one of two remaining Hitchcock barns adjacent to Hitchcock Woods, providing an ideal setting for unleashing your inner artist.

 I look forward to welcoming you to class.

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Class Description & Schedule

 

Payment is due at first class of each session.

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Classes will be taught in an open studio format where students can learn to create any artwork they choose. We will explore the fundamentals of each medium.

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~for painters we will explore brushwork, color mixing, tonal value and much more. 

~For those wanting to try their hand at drawing , we will touch on the basics of pencil, charcoal and pen & ink.

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Whether you are completely new to these mediums or want to get back at it, this class is for you!

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-Classes are held once a week Mondays.  

-morning class from 10:00-12:30

 -afternoon class from 3:00-5:30.

-The cost for the month is $200.*

-Choose the medium you'd like: acrylics or drawing

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*exceptions for months with 5 Mondays ($250) or holidays with fewer classes ($150).

Supply List

For Drawing Students:

Any pencil set that contains H, G, HB and B pencils.

I would recommend 7H, 4H 2H, F HB, 4B, 6B, 8B

Some sets will have more choices but that's the minimum. I prefer Faber-Castell or Dick Blick pencils

  • Kneaded Eraser

  • White vinyl eraser

  • Sketch pad 14x17 (or larger) Strathmore or Master's Touch.

  • T-Square or 12-inch ruler

  • Blending stumps(select a pack that has various sizes)

  • Dusting Brush

  • Pencil box or bag to hold supplies​

For Acrylic Students:

  • Disposable Paper Palatte - 12 x 16 (Amazon)

  • LorDac paint brush set of 7 brushes (Amazon) Set includes 3 rounds, 2 flats, 1 filbert and 1 angular shader.

  • Cranson XL Watercolor Paper Pads 9 x 12 (or 11 x 15)  #30 sheets.

  • Small spray bottle for water.

  • Cup or container for brushes / cleaning.

  • One roll of paper towels or old towel/rags.

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The following are paint choices for a beginner palette. You can add to it as you learn to use colors that appeal to your own palette.

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Brands: Grumbacher, Liquitex, or Windsor Newton, 2oz. tubes

  • Mars black

  • titanium white

  • Brunt umber

  • Ultramarine blue

  • Sap green

  • Alizarin crimson

  • Cadmium red medium

  • Cadmium yellow

  • Burnt sienna

  • Yellow ochre

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Whay my students say

"I am addicted to my painting classes with Girl Conger. I love that all of the gals (so far no boys) in the class are supportive, funny and passionate about their work. The cohesiveness  is supportive and inspiring. And somehow, Girl has time to help all of us especially when we reach the emergency point of “I have no idea how to fix this mess.” And suddenly, a masterpiece erupts from the gloom. She challenges me and yet knows when I’ve reached my limit. I can question her and learn even more. I’m so comfortable in her studio and with her tutelage. it's easy."

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- Lisa Darden

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