Studio Art Program—Adult Classes

The Joy of Drawing
Roe Murray | Mondays, January 12 – March 23 (10 weeks, no class January 19)
9:00 a.m. – noon | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Are you new to drawing or just wishing to brush up on your skill? Students will enjoy this non-threatening environment, exploring a variety of subjects and mediums including charcoal, conte, and graphite. Plan to have fun—you will be surprised at your own artistic accomplishments! Click here for supply list. (B) (I)

Continuing Drawing
Cynthia Swanson | Mondays, January 12 – March 30
(10 weeks, no class January 19 and March 23)
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 pm | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Calling all students that have a taken a beginning drawing class and have no where to continue with their new found skills. This class will further creativity with interesting lessons on techniques for texture, landscape, and more! Supply list coming soon. (I) (A)

Miniature Watercolors
Cynthia Swanson | Mondays, January 12 – March 30
(10 weeks, no class January 19 and March 23)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | $250 Members/ $270 Non-Members
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Painting in a small format is fun and fast. The class will paint fruit, flowers, fish, landscapes, or whatever interests the student. Composition, values, color, and simplicity produce a successful miniature. The class will utilize real objects (fruit, flowers), magazine clippings, and any other pictorial references. Students must bring all watercolor supplies, pencil, eraser, pictures, and an Arches Block to class. (B) (I) (A)

Painting
John Sevcik | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $250 Members/ $270 Non-Members
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This class is a good basic course for beginners as well as experienced painters in acrylic or oil painting. Classes include informative visits to the Museum’s collection. Students will receive individual instruction tailored to their own particular needs and interests.  Click here for supply list. (B) (I)

Drawing
John Sevcik | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/ $270 Non-Members
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Drawing is a learned skill, not an inherited talent. Gesture, contour, measured proportion, form, and quality of line will be emphasized. Working from life is the basis of this course, but individual expression is the goal. Click here for supply list. (B) (I)

Introduction to Watercolor
Wendy Hatch | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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This introductory/intermediate watercolor class is designed to provide students with all the necessary skills to take command of their watercolor painting. The class will cover materials, composition, and a one-two-three layering technique that keeps watercolors fresh and airy. Classic paint application methods like wet-on-wet, using resists, and employing other additives round out the techniques demonstrated. This course is fun, relaxed, and welcoming. Click here for supply list. (B) (I)

Expression in Painting
Eo Omwake | Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 Weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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In this class, students will have fun exploring color, distortion, texture, and more to make paintings that express mood and emotion. This is a great class for students who wish to loosen up and work more freely. All levels of students are wecome! Supply list coming soon. (B) (I) (A)

Drawing and Painting
Eo Omwake | Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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This ongoing class offers a clear and step-by-step approach to making art. Students will progress according to their own interests and needs from the beginning level to the advanced level. Students of all skill levels and styles will work together. Some critique sessions, lectures on art history, and discussions about art theory will take place during class. Click here for supply list. (B) (I) (A)

Painting in the Loper Tradition
Al Staszesky | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – noon | $280 Members/$300-Non Members (price includes model fee)
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In this class, students will use impressionism as a basis to paint colors that the eyes see, not that the brain sees. Additional styles of art are also discussed as the class progresses. Construction of the drawing is stressed. The simplicity of eight colors and one brush makes learning easy. Beginners and advanced artists are welcome. Click here for supply list.
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Continuing Watercolors
Cynthia Swanson | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Winter reminds one of snow, bare landscapes and winter skies. These elements will be the primary lessons for this session. For fun, the bare landscape will be painted on rice paper and another landscape completed on watercolor paper. All class lessons have informative hand-outs and demonstrations. There will also be allotted time for students to work on their own paintings. Click here for supply list. (I) (A)

Figure Painting
Bennett Siegel | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $280 Members/$300 Non Members (price includes model fee)
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Painters will use a variety of approaches to create strong figurative compositions. The relationship between drawing and painting will be explored, with students working loosely on drawn and painted figure studies with the option to go on to more extended compositions. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and observing space, composition, color, value, and proportion. Click here for supply list. (B) (I) (A)

Water-media/Mixed Media on Paper
Roe Murray | Fridays, January 16 – March 20 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non Members
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This class is perfect for those who have experience working in water-media and watercolors and would like to enhance and explore adding other mediums and materials to their watercolors. Use acrylic, gouache, colored pencils, graphite, pastels, collage, or whatever comes to mind. Students should bring materials they would like to work with on the first day of class, and will discuss various other materials they wish to explore for future class sessions. Be creative and have fun! (I) (A)

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Open Figure Drawing Studio                          
Non-instructional
1st and 3rd Monday of the month (January 5, February2 and 16, March 2 and 16)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | $5 per session, pay at the door, no reservations (cash or check only)

Whether you are experienced at drawing the human figure or just beginning, this open studio is a great way to work from a live model. The program offers busy individuals an opportunity to take time for themselves and be creative. All drawing media is welcome—bring your choice of pencils, charcoal, pastels, and paper.

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Adult Small Sculpture
Véronique Coté | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – noon | $250 Members/ $270 Non-Members
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Enjoy learning to sculpt using a variety of materials and techniques. Students will create small-scale pieces while learning the fundamentals of sculpture. (B) (I)

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The Joy of Clay
Jacqueline Jrolf | Mondays, January 12 – March 23 (10 weeks, no class January 19)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Don’t buy it—make it! Learn how to create decorative accents for your home out of clay and create great gifts to give. Basic techniques of construction include soft and hard slab, pinch, coil, and core modeling. Colorful slips and glazes will make each piece truly sing!  Materials available for purchase in class. (B) (I) (A)

Tile and Mosaic
Jacqueline Jrolf | Mondays, January 12 – March 23 (10 weeks, no class January 19)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Learn the art of ceramic tile making by rolling, modeling, carving, and glazing clay. Finished tiles can stand alone as individual works of art, or pieces can be set into frames, furniture, and backsplashes. Mosaic making, setting, and grouting will also be covered in this exciting and informative course. Materials available for purchase in class. (B) (I) (A)

Pottery Fun
Jacqueline Jrolf | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Learn how to make fabulous vases, cups, bowls and plates on the pottery wheel. Gentle instruction will guide students from beginner to advanced levels. This informative class is a fun way to learn about pottery and advance your techniques and understanding of the material. Materials available for purchase in class. (B) (I)

Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Come enjoy the pleasures of making your own useful pots. Students will explore techniques for forming clay both by hand and on the potter’s wheel into beautiful pottery. No experience is needed, but all levels will find challenge and support in this open and friendly class. Materials available for purchase in class. (B) (I) (A)

Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Saturdays, January 17 – March 19 (10 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – noon | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Walk-in Ceramics Open Studio                                
Monitor: Megan Bonnell | Mondays, January 12 – March 23 (10 weeks, no session January 19)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $15 per session, pay at the door, no reservations (cash or check only)
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See below for description. Must be enrolled as a student in a Winter 2009 class or other Open Studios at the Museum to utilize this session. Space is limited. First come, first served.

Ceramics Open Studio
Monitor: Jacqueline Jrolf | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | $135 Members/$150 Non Members
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Students will work independently and use studio time to practice techniques, begin new projects, and complete projects started in other classes. There will be no instruction.

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Experimental Jewelry Making (New!)
Denise Pettit | Tuesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
9:00 am – noon | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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Enjoy learning to make one of a kind, colorful, lightweight and contemporary jewelry using alternative techniques and materials from traditional metalsmithing. Materials include polymer clay, resin, plastic, beads, paper, dyes, found/recycled objects and more!  The class will be split into two parts beginning with pendants and pins and ending with earrings. This class is a great way to use bits and pieces left over from previous jewelry projects.  Students will be amazed at the unique and personal jewelry that they can learn to make at home!  Supplies available for purchase on the first day of class. (B) (I) (A)

Beginning Jewelry Making
Maggi DeBaecke | Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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Students will learn the fundamentals of jewelry making: sawing, filing, soldering, and polishing. They will learn how to use tools and machinery, as well as how to design a piece of jewelry, create surface decoration, set stones, and use different kinds of metal. In this class, students will make a ring, pin or pendant, earrings, and bracelet. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. (B)

Intermediate/ Advanced Jewelry Making and Enameling
Maggi DeBaecke | Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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This class will build on the basic enameling skills learned in previous sessions. Students will be introduced to enameling on silver and foils and will learn how to use metallic lusters. Sgraffito, pencil, paint enamels and texturing will be further explored.  Those with intermediate skills without enameling experience are welcome. (I) (A)

Beginning Jewelry Making
Kristin Landon | Wednesdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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Intermediate Jewelry Making
Maggi DeBaecke | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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This class will build on the jewelry making skills that students have learned in Beginning Jewelry Making and/or previous classes.  Students will work at their own pace, having the opportunity to emboss, chase, reticulate metal, and explore other surface decoration techniques. In this class students will be introduced to color on metal with torch fired enameling. Five class sessions will be dedicated to this process and students will learn how to frame, bezel, and cold join their enamels. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. (I)

Beyond Beginning Jewelry Making
Maggi DeBaecke | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members
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This class is designed for students who have completed beginning or intermediate jewelry making classes. In this session students will learn more advanced techniques and build on those already learned. (B) (I)

Intermediate Jewelry Making
Caryn L. Hetherston | Thursdays, January 15 – March 19 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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This class will build on the jewelry making skills that students have learned in Beginning Jewelry Making.  Students will work at their own pace, having the opportunity to emboss, chase, fabricate metal, and explore other surface decoration techniques. Students will also have the option to make laminate metal sheets from scrap, make stone settings and work on perfecting jewelry. This class will be less structured to allow students to explore areas of their interest. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. (I)

Project Jewelry (New!) (Mini Class)
Caryn Hetherston | Fridays, January 16 – February 13 (5 weeks)
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | $145 Members/$160 Non Members (prices include lab fee)
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This class will be loosely based on the Bravo Channel Reality show "Project Runway ". Each student will be given a selection of objects and will have 5 weeks to create an original piece of jewelry using these objects and metals supplied by the student. At the end of the class a panel of guest metalsmiths will critique and judge the work. They will determine a winner on the criteria of originality, wear-ability and workmanship.  Knowledge of soldering and fabricating techniques is required. (I) (A)

Creative Mechanisms (Mini Class)
Marthe Roberts/Shea | Fridays, February 20 – March 20 (5 weeks)
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | $145 Members/$160 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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Have you ever wondered how to make those truly original closures that you see on Fine Art Jewelry? Learn how to add the perfect finishing touch to your hand-made pieces in this hands-on five week class. Students will learn how to design and fabricate hooks, clasps and closures that are as uniquely beautiful as they are functional. Technical demonstrations will be provided to help students better understand construction and procedure. Knowledge of soldering and fabricating techniques is required. Click here for supply list. (I) (A)

Finding Your Creative Edge (New!)
Marthe Roberts/Shea | Fridays, January 16 – March 20 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non Members (prices include lab fee)
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What's the difference between a nice piece of jewelry and a FABULOUS piece of Jewelry? In this "hands on" class we will explore new and time-proven design approaches to jewelry fabrication. Students will learn how to "tap" their creative side and explore alternative approaches to jewelry making. Students will also learn how to "think like a Designer", while using their skills and picking up some "Bench Tips" in the process. Class demonstrations will be provided to help students better understand construction and procedure.  This is a great class for people looking to add more creativity and imagination to their pieces.  Soldering and fabrication techniques are required. (I) (A)

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Metalsmithing Open Studio
Monitor: Kristin Landon | Monday January 12 – March 23 (10 weeks; no class January 19)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $155 Members/$175 Non-Members (prices include lab fee)
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This is an opportunity for experienced jewelry students to work in the Museum’s metals studio. A studio monitor will be present for safety and studio maintenance. This is not an instructed class. Students must have completed Beginning and Intermediate levels of Jewelry Making at the Delaware Art Museum or be able to verify equivalent courses taken at another institution.

Metalsmithing Open Studio
Monitor: Traci Parman | Tuesday January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $155 Members/$175 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)
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Photographic Transfers (New!)
Véronique Coté | Wednesdays, January 14 – February 4 (4 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – noon | $125 Members/$145 Non-Members
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In this new class, students will learn to transfer their photographs onto paper, fabric, glass and more!  This process can be used to make fine art, scrap- books, artist’s books, as well as many other applications.  Emphasis will be on learning to transfer the photo’s emulsion onto alternative materials.  Recommended for beginner to advanced students.

The Art of Making Books
Mary Elizabeth Nelson | Sundays, March 15 and 22 (2 weeks)
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $125 Members/$145 Non-Members (price includes material fee)
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Calligrapher and book artist Mary Elizabeth Nelson will lead students through the construction of numerous book structures. Students will spend time decorating papers and incorporating them into a sewn book with a hard cover as well as numerous soft cover books. Additional book structures including a flag book will be explored along with pop ups and various structures that can lend themselves to small books or cards. Supply list coming soon. (B) (I) (A)

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