Spring Schedule
Spring Session: March 31-May 18
Adult Classes
Figure Drawing Sessions
Self Instruction
Sundays 1:00pm-4:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $10 per class / Non-Members: $15 per class
Over the last several centuries, artists have recognized that figure drawing
is a basic skill in art instruction . If you can draw the human figure
quickly, you can draw anything. These sessions are fun! Come, be a part of
the group. Join us for tea, cookies, classical music, and live models.
Figurative Sculpture
Taught by The Figurative Art League of Chicago
Wednesdays 6:00pm-9:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $173/ Non-Members $188 Model Fee: $40
This class will provide expert instruction and guidance from one of
Chicago’s most accomplished figure sculptors to artists of all experience
levels. Classes will incorporate time tested techniques in proportion,
anatomical study and improving your observation skills. Every student will
receive personal attention and the opportunity to work from a nude model
each week.
Speaking About Your Art
Taught by Elizabeth Terrel
Tuesdays 7:00pm-9:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $ 115/ Non-Members: $ 130
We will utilize storytelling, visualization, theatre games, freestyle
writing, relaxation techniques, and sharing practice to enhance our
abilities to speak meaningfully about our work. These same skills will also
enhance our ability to discuss the work of others in a more meaningful way.
This will be a relaxed, fun class in which we will explore our relationships
to our art and to our world together. This is very low-pressure and there’s
plenty of room for individuality.
Water and Light
Taught by Marianne Kinzer
Mondays from 8:30am-12:30pm
Available Spring Sessions
Members: $230 / Non-Members: $ 215
Sketch water and sky using pencil, charcoal and watercolor. Experiment with
depictions of atmosphere and light. Learn about movements and patterns of
water. Observe how water reflects light and its environment. Studies in
composition, mark-making, and the creative use of watercolor will supplement
the out-of-doors experience. When weather conditions make outdoor work
difficult, we will work from photographs. This class will meet at OPAL for
the first class, but will also meet off-site at times.
Oil Painting without Drawing:
The Art of Tonal Painting
Taught by Dominic Vignola
Offsite: Berwyn Art Studio, 2929 S. Harlem Ave.
in Berwyn
Three time slots available in both the Winter and Spring Sessions
Wednesdays 10:00am-1:00pm
Wednesdays 1:00pm-4:00pm
Wednesdays 6:00pm-9:00pm
Members: $210 / Non-Members: $225
Tonal Impressionist (non drawing) mass approach teaches how to see light and
shadow to create realistic work without the use of lines. Accurate
proportions come about automatically by correct tone and shape placement.
Pictures begin with a hazy, soft block-in using loosely defined areas of
light and dark, building up to the final, more focused effect. Color mixing
problems are solved by the use of the exclusive Vignola Tonal Chart and
Mixing Guide©, allowing students to accurately identify and mix any color
combination in the visual spectrum. The tonal method achieves equally
excellent results on any subject-portrait, figure, landscape, still-life,
etc.- because students stop trying to paint "things" and instead learn to
observe and paint the way these things look.
Human Anatomy for the Artist
Taught by Christa Wellman
Tuesdays 7:00pm-9:00pm
Available in Spring Session Only
Members: $115/ Non-Members: $130 Model Fee: $40
This course is directed to students who wish to learn more about human
anatomy and to improve skills at drawing the human form. Each class will
include a short lecture on a specific area of the body, followed by
observation and drawing from the nude model. Drawing will be the emphasis of
this course, painting is not encouraged.
Intro to Mosaics
Taught by Martha Crandall from the Chicago Mosaic School
Mondays 12:30pm-3:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $140 / Non-Members: $155 Material Fee: $15
This class will cover all the basic information students will need to
complete at least one project. This class is intended for beginning students
who want to learn the process of creating a mosaic piece; cutting, adhesion,
tile layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic mirror or small
panel to introduce them to the possibilities of mosaic art.
Painting Choose Your Medium
Taught by Carol Richardson-O'Brien
Tuesdays 1:00pm-3:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $115 / Non-Members: $130
From beginners on, work at your own pace. Learn how to stretch your own
canvas, color theory, gallery framing, etc.. Material list available in the
gallery.
Figure Painting Sessions
Self Instruction
Tuesdays 9:00am-12:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $10 per class / Non-Members: $15 per class
Artists are invited to paint the human figure through direct observation in
these weekly self-directed sessions. The model holds one pose for two weeks
to allow for longer studies. All skill levels welcome. Medium of your
choice.
Bring paper towels.
Colored Pencil
Taught by Christa Wellman
Mondays 7:00pm-9:00pm
Available Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $ 115 / Non-Members: $ 130
Learn the colored pencil techniques of layering, burnishing, and blending
using solvents. Experiment with different drawing surfaces and learn key
elements of mastering colored pencil techniques. Class geared toward
beginners and intermediate level students.
Beginning Watercolor
Taught by Bob Kwas
Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $115 / Non-Members: $130
Watercolor for those who think they can't. We will dispell some myths about
watercolors as you learn the basics of materials, techniques and begin to
construct a painting, not just render your reference. Build your confidence
through exercises that build your skills as well as your ability to create a
painting. Materials will be discussed at the first class. If you already
have supplies please bring them to the first class.
Sunday at the Art Institute
Taught by Susan Bjornson
Sunday February 24 at 10:00am
$25 with the entry fee included.
Visit the Art Institute and view two American masters, Winslow Homer and
Edward Hopper’s special exhibits. The class will meet and view the exhibit
with discussion about the artists and their works with Susan Bjornson. This
will be a relaxed informative fun winter excursion. Students will meet at
the Michigan Avenue entrance at 10:00am on February 24.
Adults Fiber & Textile Art Class
Taught by Pamela Penney
Offsite: Pamela Penney Textile Arts: 41 Harrison St.
Fridays 10:00am-12:00pm
Available Winter Session Only
Members: $115/ Non-Members: $130 Material Fee: $20
We will explore the creative design process with fiber. Come get a taste of
variety of textile art techniques. Projects will include hand-made paper,
fabric dying and painting, silk screening, knitting, crocheting, embroidery,
felting, and we’ll take it to a whole new level!
Works on Paper: Basic Drawing and
Watercolor Painting
Taught by Susan Bjornson
Thursdays 7:00pm-9:00pm
Available Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $115 / Non-Members: $130
This class is an exploration of rendering with two mediums accomplished on
paper-graphite pencil and watercolor paint. The first few weeks will center
on learning drawing skills, the last few weeks will address working with
transparent watercolor paint. Lessons will be compatible with both mediums.
Students will be supported in the areas of techniques, composition,
development of imagery and art history. A comprehensive discussion of color
will be covered.
Working in Oil: Finding Your Artistic Vision
Taught by Richard Laurent
Fridays 10:00am-12:30pm
Available in Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $140 / Non-Members: $155
This class will include lecture and demonstrations.
Topics include:
Looking for beauty
Communicating your vision
Working method that succeed
Fine tuning you technique
Keeping your perspective
How to finish your painting
Class critique
There will be a 15-20 minute lecture at the beginning of each class.
Italian for Artists
Taught by Jackie Dimetros
Tuesdays 1:00pm-2:30pm
Available in both Winter and Spring Sessions
Members: $86 / Non-Members: $101
An Italian language course for art lovers. Beginners 7 week class covering
basics, salutations, simple phrases, and proper pronounciations of famous
Italian artists and their works. Will also cover Italy's regions and its
foods! Fun creative class!
Richard Laurent received his formal visual education at the Institute of
Design. In 1999, Richard painted a fiber glass object for Chicago’s public
art program, “Cows on Parade.” In 2003, he exhibited at the Salon
International, Museum of Contemporary Masters of Fine Art. He is a member of
Oil Painters of America and is also represented by the Fine Arts Building
Gallery.
REGISTRATION POLICIES
You may mail or phone in your registration. Enrollment confirmation will not be sent until payment is received. Advanced registration is appreciated and recommended. Enrollment is considered on a first come first served basis. Classes with less than five students enrolled prior to the start of the class will be cancelled.
Refunds
Tuition is refundable minus a processing fee as follows: Students may cancel up to three days before a class is scheduled to begin and receive a full refund. Students may drop a class any time after the first class of the session has met and before the second class of the session has met and receive a full refund minus a $15 processing fee. Students choosing to drop a class after the second class of a session has met are not eligible for a refund.
Cancellations
A full refund will be issued within three weeks if OPAL needs to cancel a class due to low enrollment.
Classes may be made up only if they are cancelled by the teacher.
Children’s classes follow the District 97 school closure policies for weather or emergencies.
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