Studio Art Program—Adult Classes

2D Studio: Fun with Drawing and Painting
Roe Murray | Mondays, January 11 – March 29
(10 weeks; no class January 18 and February 15)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, join us for this exciting class where you will work from still lives and/or photos in any drawing or water-media of your choice! Students will receive individual instruction and critique. Students are welcome to use pencil, pastel, charcoal, gouache, watercolor, acrylic paint, and more. Come for support, critiques, companionship, and instruction in a relaxed and fun atmosphere! Beginners will start with drawing, while intermediate to advanced students can use a medium of their choice. (B)(I)(A)

Learning to Draw What You See
Cynthia Swanson | Mondays, January 25 – March 22 (8 weeks; no class Feb. 15)
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $200 Members/$220 Non-Members
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This drawing class is open to all levels! Beginners will learn fundamental skills and basic techniques. They will begin to “look as an artist looks” through a series of exercises from Betty Edwards’ Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Experienced students will learn to draw more challenging subject matter through demonstrations, critiques, and hand-outs. Click here for supply list. (B)(I)(A)

Painting
John Sevcik | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (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 12 – March 16 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members

Sorry, this class has been canceled.

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. Students will proceed from still life to working from the human figure. Click here for supply list. (B)(I)

Introduction to Watercolor
Wendy Hatch | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (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)

Drawing and Painting
Eo Omwake | Wednesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 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 beginning to advanced. 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)

Drawing and Painting
Eo Omwake | Wednesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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See above for description.

Painting in the Loper Tradition
Al Staszesky | Thursdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | $280 Members/$300 Non-Members (price includes model fees)
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Enjoy the simplicity of the Loper tradition: an eight-color palette, one brush, and the search for color. Class will focus on painting the figure and still lifes. Drawing and composition are discussed. Individual creativity is encouraged. Click here for supply list. (B)(I)(A)

Watercolor Fun
Cynthia Swanson | Thursdays, January 21 – March 11 (8 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $200 Members/$220 Non-Members
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Loosen up your watercolor skills with fun techniques and lively pictures! Students will learn interesting techniques like pouring paint, using plastic wrap, and blowing the paint with straws to create beautiful landscapes and other subjects! Students will also have time to work on paintings of their own. Click here for supply list. (B)(I)(A)

Figure Drawing
Bennett Siegel | Thursdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $280 Members/$300 Non-Members (price includes model fees)

Sorry, this class has been canceled.

In this class, students will explore composition, gesture, structure, balance, and proportion using the human form. This is a great class for both beginners who would like to learn the basics of figure drawing, as well as more experienced individuals who want to refine their techniques! Various dry and liquid media will be explored. Black and white media will be emphasized, but color work is welcome as well. Supply list coming soon. (B)(I)(A)

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Open Figure Drawing Studio
Non-instructional | 1st and 3rd Monday of the month (Feb.1 &15, March 1 & 15)
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. Busy individuals now have 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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The Joy of Clay
Jacqueline Jrolf | Mondays, January 11 – March 29
(10 weeks; no class January 18 and February 15) | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$250 Members | $270 Non-Members

Make it don’t buy 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)

The Joy of Clay
Jacqueline Jrolf | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (10 weeks)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members

Sorry, this class has been canceled.

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)

Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (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)

Contemporary Redware
Charlie Metzger | Wednesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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Explore a modern take on this most classic of American pottery forms. Students will learn decorating techniques using red earthenware and colored clay slips as a way to make fresh, contemporary pottery. Some experience working with clay is helpful but not necessary. Materials available for purchase in class. (B)(I)(A)

Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Thursdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members

Sorry, this class is full.

Pottery
Charlie Metzger | Saturdays, January 16 – March 27 (10 weeks; no class February 13)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members

Sorry, this class is full.

See above for description.

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Walk-in Ceramics Open Studio
Monitor: Megan Bonnell | Mondays, January 11 – March 29
(10 weeks; no session January 18 and February 15)
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $15 per session, pay at the door, no reservations (cash or check only)

Must be enrolled as a student in a 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 | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 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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A Touch of Gold
Caryn L. Hetherston | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)

Sorry, this class has been canceled.

Learn to enhance your silver creations by adding gold! Create beautiful and unique jewelry by overlaying and fabricating with scrap gold and/or bits from gold jewelry no longer worn. Also, students will explore the Korean technique of Keum Bu, in which 24 KT gold is fused to silver. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. Knowledge of soldering and fabricating is required. (I)

Beginning Jewelry Making
Maggi De Baecke | Wednesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes 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 Jewelry Making
Maggi DeBaecke | Wednesdays, January 13 – March17 (10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members
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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. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. (I)

Beginning Jewelry Making
Kristin Landon | Wednesdays, January 13 – March 17 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)

Sorry, this class is full.

See above for description.

Intermediate Jewelry Making
Caryn L. Hetherston | Thursdays, January 14 – March 18 (10 weeks)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes 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, fabricate metal, and explore other surface decoration techniques. Students will also have the option to 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)

Intermediate/Advanced Jewelry Making
Marthe Roberts/Shea | Fridays, January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks; no class February 12)
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)
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Here is your chance to further your jewelry making skills. In this class we will explore techniques to take your jewelry beyond the basic level with a wide range of jewelry making processes. Students will learn non-complex metal forming, mechanisms and joining techniques. While following instructor guidelines, students will make use of fundamental hand skills to create their own designs. Through hands-on classes and instructor demonstration, students will learn how to employ solid design techniques and pick up useful “bench tips” along the way. Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. Knowledge of sawing, filing, and soldering is required. (I)(A)

Texturing
Marthe Roberts/Shea | Fridays, January 15 – March 26 (10 weeks; no class February 12)
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $285 Members/$305 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)
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Through instructor demonstrations and supervised hands-on practice, students will explore texturing and find exciting ways to add a new dimension to their metal pieces! They will learn hammered texturing techniques, create textures by roll-printing, and illustrate metals by scribing. Students will be amazed to see how the use of everyday objects can be used to create unusual and intriguing surfaces! Basic supplies will be provided; extra materials will be discussed in class. Knowledge of sawing, filing and soldering is required. (I)(A)

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Metalsmithing Open Studio
Monitor: Kristin Landon | Mondays, January 11 – March 29
(10 weeks; no class January 18 and February 15)
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $155 Members/$175 Non-Members (price includes 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 | Tuesdays, January 12 – March 16 (10 weeks) | 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $155 Members/ $175 Non-Members (price includes lab fee)
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See above for description.

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Digital Photography
Kathleen Buckalew | Mondays, January 11 – March 29 (10 weeks; no class January 18 and February 15) | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | $250 Members/$270 Non-Members
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All levels of photographers are welcome! Learn how to become a better photographer with your own camera. This class will focus on developing fundamental technical skills for digital cameras. Basics such as how to determine a proper exposure, use of depth of field, and what goes into a well composed image will be covered. The first half of the class term will concentrate on developing technical skills, with the second half shifting to creating photographs for personal expression. Access to a computer and printer is needed. An SLR digital camera is preferred, or a digital camera with multiple program modes. (B)(I)

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Fiber Arts Workshop I: The Art of a Snuggly Scarf
Sara Horne | Saturdays, February 6 & 13
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $40 Members/$60 Non-Members

Sorry, this class has been canceled.

Have you ever wanted to learn to make your own scarves and wearable art? This workshop is a great way to learn the traditional techniques of fiber art such as knitting, crochet, and embroidery! Students will take inspiration from some of the Museum’s exhibitions to create their one of a kind functional and fine artwork. Make yourself a warm scarf just in time for cold weather, or give it to a loved one for Valentine’s Day! Adults and teenagers are welcome. (B)(I)

Fiber Arts Workshop II: Contemporary Fiber Techniques
Sara Horne | Saturdays, March 6 & 13
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $40 Members/$60 Non-Members
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In this new workshop, students will learn a variety of contemporary fiber techniques. Have fun learning the more modern fiber techniques of mixed media constructed surfaces and sculpture as well as soft sculpture with fabric patterns. Students will also learn a basic history of fiber arts and discuss some modern masters. Adults and teenagers are welcome. (B)(I)

Jewelry Beading Workshop I: Valentine’s Fun!
Kate Robbins | Saturday, February 13
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $55 Non-Members/$45 Members
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In this exciting three-hour winter workshop, you will make a beautiful beaded necklace using hammered copper wire and Swarovski Crystals! Give it to your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day, or keep it as a gift to yourself! No experience in metalsmithing or beading is necessary! Basic supplies included in the fee. (B)(I)

Jewelry Beading Workshop II: Learn the Art of the Right Angle Weave
Kate Robbins | Saturdays, March 6 & 13
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $65 Non-Members/$55 Members
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Make a stunning beaded necklace employing the timeless art of right angle weave! Students will learn to make this beautiful beaded necklace using needle and thread and their own choice in beads so that each necklace represents their own unique expression. Basic supplies will be provided; beads will need to be purchased separately. (B)(I)

Dinotopia Workshop with James Gurney: Water Soluble Colored Pencils
Sunday, February 7 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$55 Members/$65 Non-Members

This workshop is now full.

Explore a fantastic new medium with much admired illustrator James Gurney, whose work will be featured in an exhibition at the Museum called Dinotopia: The Fantastical Art of James Gurney. In this one day, hands-on workshop, students will learn about water-soluble colored pencils, which are inexpensive yet versatile and easy to use! Gurney will guide students through a digital slide presentation followed by a painting/drawing demonstration. Students will then do their own drawings from life while experimenting with the medium. Join us for a lively day of art making and a truly unique experience! Click here for a supply list. (B)(I)(A)

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