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Portraiture Drawing

Instructor: Bob Collins

This class is a full investigation of portraiture. Learn to realistically convey the character of faces. Lessons include detailed instruction on how to draw anatomically correct head and facial forms, and the practice of taking accurate measurements of the head. As you draw facial features in detail you will build your skills in capturing your subject's character.

Beginner / Intermediate

Mondays, 9:30am-12:30pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21, May 26)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Model Fee: $40

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Figure Drawing

Instructor: Bob Collins

This class is designed to invigorate your drawing. Through a detailed investigation of the human body, students will learn how to rebuild the body on paper. Start with gesture drawings and muscular studies; finish with articulated drawings of the figure. The instructor welcomes new and returning students to work in their favorite media.

Mondays, 6:00-9:00 pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21 & May 26)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Model fee: $50

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Life Drawing Open Studio Drop- In

Monitor: Ruth Kates

Designed for the artist who wishes to work from a live model in a comfortable atmosphere. Poses range from 1 minute to 1 hour. Bring your own supplies. No instruction provided. Please call the office for class location 617-566-5715.

$15 per session or $135 for 10 sessions

Fridays, offsite & ongoing, 10:00am - 1:00pm

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Drawing 101: The Basics

Instructor: Yaron Dotan

Using careful observation and deconstruction of subjects, learn the fundamentals of drawing. Through shading, cross-hatching, and perspective students will discover how to create the illusion of texture and dimension. Lessons include line drawing, sketching, and gesture drawing. Enjoy the basics of drawing in a relaxed and informal class that easily inspires new or returning artists.

Beginner / Intermediate

Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

Drawing in Ink

Instructor: Yaron Dotan

The deep color and fluid lines of ink allow for a variety of strikingly different yet delightful effects. Learn how to use many pens, ink techniques and tones. Students will also learn how to compensate for mistakes. Each class will feature a presentation of ink artwork, demonstrations, exercises and a new project. Limited to 10.

Beginner / Intermediate

Thursdays. 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 3-June 5 (off April 24)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $30

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Beginning Oil Painting

Beginner / Intermediate

Learn the basic methods and secrets of oil painting through demonstrations, guidance, and class exercises. Students will study light and learn the techniques of the masters. Delve into this forgiving medium and refine your skills. All levels welcome and individual styles encouraged. Materials list will be provided at first class meeting.

Instructor: Olivia Lundberg

Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9:30pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

Instructor: Bob Collins

Mondays, 1:00-4:00pm or Mondays, 6:30-9:30pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21, May 26)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250

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Watercolor & Drawing

Instructor: Wendy Soneson (Hoo)

Beginners and advanced students mix happily in this informal class. Novices learn from watching techniques in action, and veterans eavesdrop on the lessons given to newcomers. Students work from still life, photos, and prints; and each student works individually with the instructor. Students may bring their own projects. At the first class, new artists will receive a list of supplies. Limited to 15.

All levels

Fridays, 10:00am-1:00pm

April 4-June 6

Saturdays, 9:30am-12:30pm

April 5-June 7 (off April 12)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Still life fee: $25

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Botanical Drawing & Painting

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Anne Steinman

Learn to realistically capture the natural color and texture of flowers using pencil and watercolor techniques. Fine-tune your observation skills as you learn how to draw flowers and plants with attention to detail and color accuracy. Explore light and shade, form, and color mixing. Numerous demonstrations and individual attention included. All abilities welcome. Limited to 10.


Mondays, 12:30-2:30pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21, May 26)


Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30pm

April 2-June 4 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $150 NM: $167 Still life fee: $25

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Painting with Acrylics

Instructor: Peg Kane

No more flat acrylic paints! Join Peg Kane and learn the fantastic qualities and techniques of acrylic paints. As an ever-growing medium, acrylics allow artists to broaden their range of painting to incorporate new textures and surfaces. Learn how to use glazes, pastes, and under and over-layering to accomplish realistic and 2 dimensional artwork. Limited to 8.

Fridays, 12:00-2:30pm

April 4-June 6 (off April 25)

9 sessions M: $188 NM: $208 Materials: $35

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Intensive Oil Painting

Instructor: Kim Mellema

Students learn the basics of oil painting in a focused and supportive environment. Open to intermediate and experienced students. Focus will be on observation and composition of still lifes and landscapes. Students will look at how different light sources change the local color of objects. Three-value thumbnail sketches are used to design compositions.

Thursdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm; 12:30 - 3:30pm
Note: Morning section is open to beginner's.

April 3-June 5 (off April 24)

9 sessions M: $420 NM: $465

Students may take this as a half day class

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250

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Female Artists

Instructor: Sue Funk

This class will explore the role of women in art. Each week students will be introduced to an intriguing female artist that has contributed to the world of art. Class will begin with a discussion of the artist's life and work, followed by the construction of an artwork in the same genre and media as the featured artist. This spring will include Helen Frankenthaler and watercolors, Joan Mitchell and oil pastels, Kathe Kollwitz and graphite, among others. Limited to 12.

Beginner / Intermediate

Wednesdays, 12:00-3:00pm


Wednesdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm

April 2-June 4 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250

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Jewelry & Metalsmithing, all levels

Learn to make beautiful jewelry with an introduction to metalsmithing techniques. Your teacher will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. You can make earrings, bracelets, brooches, boxes and more. Teachers can also introduce hollow forms, stone setting, stone inlay, repousse and reticulation. Projects vary with experience level and teachers. Silver available for a small additional fee. Limited to 6.

Levels I, II & III

Instructor: Melissa Finelli

Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21, May 26)

Instructor:Ilah Cibis

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

Instructor:Melissa Finelli

Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm

April 3-June 5 (off April 24)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

Levels II, III & IV

Instructor: Beth Gerstein,

Director of Society of Arts and Crafts, Boston

Wednesday, 7:00 - 10:00pm,TBA

5 sessions M: $126 NM: $140 Materials: $35

AFTERNOOON CLASSES: Jewelry & Metalsmithing

Ages 12+, Adults Welcome

This class will explore the different types of metals used in Metalsmithing. Techniques include shaping, polishing, soldering, piercing, etching and embellishing in copper and brass. Silver available for a small additional fee. Students will be encouraged to create their own unique designs for a special occasion or gift. Limited to 6.

Instructor: Leslie Shershow

Sundays, 3:30 - 5:30pm

April 6 - June 8 (off April 20 & May 25)

Mondays, 3:30 - 5:30pm

March 31 - June 9 (off April 21 & May 26)

Instructor: Heather Wang

Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30pm

April 1 - June 3 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $151 NM: $168 Materials: $40

A Parent & Teen Class

Instructor: Heather Wang

In this class, parent and child will work on collaborative jewelry and metalsmithing projects. Limited to 6.

Wednesdays, 4:30-6:30pm

April 2 - June 4 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $151 NM: $168 Materials: $40 Price is per student

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Kinetic Sculpture: Making Mobiles

Instructor: Vladimir Barsukov

There is something magical about mobiles. Like living creatures, they move and have personalities; they can be humorous, meditative, or graceful. In this class we will take a look at works of some of the most famous kinetic artists such as Alexander Calder and George Rickey. Students will work with different types of wire and geometrical shapes of wood, plastic, metal sheets, etc. to create their own mobiles. We will explore ways to balance, assemble, and hang mobiles, and students will be encouraged to create their own unique designs. Limited to 6.

Fridays, 6:00 - 9:00pm

April 25-May 16

4 sessions M: $68 NM: $75 Materials: $35

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Enameling

Open to ages 14+

Enameling is the process of fusing glass onto metal. Enamels are available in a rainbow of colors, as well as small glass "flower" chips and decal sheets. Suitable for beginners to advanced students. In this class, students learn the principles of metal preparation, enamel application and finishing processes. Returning students can explore new techniques, or continue working on projects of their own design. Students may enroll in one or more sections. Limited to 6.


Instructor: Heather Wang

Thursdays, 4:00-6:00pm

April 3-June 12 (off May 23)

9 sessions M: $151 NM: $168 Materials: $50


Fridays, 3:00-6:00pm

April 4-June 13 (off May 23)


Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 4-June 13 (off May 23)

Instructor: Margaret Langdell

Saturdays, 9:30 am-12:30pm

April 5-May 31


Saturdays, 1:30-4:30pm

April 5-May 31

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

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NEW! Printing & Painting on Fabric

Instructor: Adrienne Vodraska

Design you own patterns and create textile artworks through printing and painting on fabric. Using block printing, stenciling and fine brushwork, students will learn how to build-up patterns and layer imagery to create interesting patterns with visual depth. Using finished fabrics students will learn how to design functional or decorative artworks, such as pillows, quilts, purses or wall hangings. Lessons will also include the application of fine embellishments such as beadwork and embroidery.

Thursdays, 6:00-8:30pm

April 3-June 5 (off April 24)

9 sessions M: $188 NM: $208 Materials: $50

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NEW! Fashion Reconstructed

Instructor: Adrienne Vodraska

Give new life and energy to your closet by recycling and redesigning clothing using additive, subtractive and experimental techniques. In this class students will reexamine the function and symbolism of clothing, encouraging fresh ideas and designs to emerge. Whether it's a bathrobe, tuxedo, or skirt, students will be excited by the challenge to reinvent their selection in a thoughtful and creative way. Students will sew by hand, use fabric glue and iron-on tape. Sewing Machines welcome.

Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $188 NM: $208 Materials: $35

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Batik

Instructor: George Summers

Wednesdays, 7:00-9:30 pm

With its colorful, marbled effects, batik offers a variety of possibilities for decorating fabric. Batik is made with richly colored dyes and designs painted in wax. You can express your unique style in scarves and other clothing, pillows and other household decorations, wall hangings, sculpture or greeting cards with this inspiring medium. Limited to 8.

April 2-June 4 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $188 NM: $208 Materials: $35

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Express Yourself with Decoupage

Instructor: Jennifer Sherr

This class will focus on the basic techniques of decoupage and faux painting. Learn to transform objects into something to fit your style, creating fresh customized works of art that will reflect your own personality. Make lampshades, boxes, trays and other creative ideas. No prior experience is necessary. Students should bring their favorite pre-cut images to the first class.

Tuesdays, 12:00-2:30pm

April 8-May 20 (off April 22)

Wednesdays, 6:00 -8:30pm

April 9-May 21 (off April 23)

6 sessions M: $126 NM: $140 Materials: $15

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Wheelthrowing

All Levels

Beginner classes focus on wheel throwing fundamentals. Intermediate and advanced classes allow students to expand their repertoire of forms. Demonstrations include plates, lids, handles, altered forms, and throwing off the hump. The intermediate class focuses on quality of design and execution. All levels will learn about glazes, underglazes, slips, and decorating techniques. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests and work at their own pace on individual projects. Limited to 6.

Intermediate / Advanced

Instructor: Mike Clement

Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm

March 31-June 9 (off April 21, May 26)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

Beginner / Intermediate

Instructor: Ramune Jauniskis

Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

Intermediate / Advanced

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm

April 2-June 4 (off April 23)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

Intermediate / Advanced

Instructor: Sarah Cunningham

Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm

April 3-June 5 (off April 24)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $50

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Nuno Felting

Instructor: Ramune Jauniskis

Nuno felting is the process of adhering the finest merino fibers to silk gauze through a moisture and agitation technique. This is a wonderful new art form that is easy and results in beautifully layered fabrics. Students can make pieces that are either functional such as scarves, bags, and clothing, or artistic wall hangings. Limited to 8.

Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00pm

April 1-June 3 (off April 22)

9 sessions M: $225 NM: $250 Materials: $65

Open Studio

Fridays, 9:00 - 12:00pm

Our current ceramic students are welcome to attend open studio hours. Students can work on current work and prepare for class.

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NEW! Sculpting with Paper

Instructor: Marc Mancuso

Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm

Learn how to transform flat papers into 3D sculptures. The course will cover a variety of methods to build light yet sturdy structures. Students will explore color, space and technique and develop their sculptural talents with this versatile material. Working with box-cutters, paper cutting knives and various types of paper students will design and build a sculpture that is sure to impress. This is a great class for beginners and intermediates.

June 6-June 20

3 sessions M: $50 NM: $55 Materials: $25

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Relief Printing

Instructor: Judith Ann Bell

Relief printing came into use about 5,200 years ago in the Near East, when the ancient Sumerians pressed carved stone seals into clay. Learn how to create images with a technique that allows you to print multiple copies. We will experiment with several quick techniques and then concentrate on linoleum block printing. Limited to 15.

Thursdays, 7:00-9:00pm

April 24-May 29

6 sessions M: $104 NM: $115 Materials: $25

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