Educational Avtivities

Figure Drawing Workshop

What: Improve your drawing skills - open to all artists. Under 18 need parental consent, as live models are drawn. $20 per session, if you pay for the month. $23 drop in.
Where: Bothwell Art Center, 2466 8th St. Livermore
Contact: For more information contact Barbara Stanton

Tuesday Painting Group (on location)

What: A group of local artists gather together every Tuesday morning at 9:00 am to paint until 12:00 at various locations around the valley. New additions are welcome. Bring painting supplies, sunscreen, a hat, and lunch. Two sessions are spent at each site before moving on. If you would like to be included on the e-mail list giving directions to the locations a few days before, e-mail Tricia Leonard.

Schedule:

July 6 & 13 Vetran's Park, Livermore
July 20 & 27 Retzlaff Winery, Livermore
Aug. 3 & 10 Tassajara & Holbrook Park
Aug. 17 & 24 Alviso Adobe, Pleasanton

Aug. 31 & Sept 7 Old School off Tassajara
Sept 14 & 21 Del Valle
Sept 28 Cresta Blanca Winery

Show & Tell Night at the Bothwell

What: One Tuesday out of the month is “Artists Show & Tell” at the Bothwell Arts Center at 7p.m. At these get-togethers you have the opportunity to see what other artists are working on, to critique artwork or have your artwork critiqued, or to bring other art-related things like new techniques, or other creative subjects that interest you. Bring a snack or drink if you like and join us for an interesting and fun evening.
Where: Bothwell Art Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore
When: July 13th at 7:00 pm
Contact: D'Anne Miller.

PAL Children’s Summer Art Workshop

What: Introduction to Watercolor Painting. Ages 9+. Students will learn how to use washes and dry brush techniques. After doing a few exercises to become familiar with watercolor basics students will have the opportunity to complete one or more paintings.
Where: Cultural Arts Building at 4455 Black Avenue, Pleasanton.
When: Monday & Tuesday, August 2 & 3, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Contact: Madelynn Ellis at 925 462-7964

Basics of Drawing the Human Head

What: Using charcoal, pastel or pencil on paper, explore the basics of structure, proportions, composition, and modeling and light and shadow. Ozell Hudson is donating proceeds from this class to benefit the Bothwell.
Where: Bothwell Art Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore
When: Beginning: Thursdays, July 8 – 29th, 6:30 to 9:00 pm, age 12 to adult. 4 week program, $40 Intermediate class begins August 5th.
Contact: info@bothwellartscenter.org.

Nature's Sketchbook for Children with Linda Beach

What: Create drawings inspired by nature! Students will bring the outside in as they learn drawing skills to bring details of the natural world to life. Sketchbook and all art supplies included. 5 classes. Ages 10+
Where: Robert Livermore Community Center
When: M-F, 1-2:30, 7/12-7/16
Fee: $89
Contact: Register: Call 925-373-5700
Information: See the LARPD Summer Brochure, p. 13 for more information.

Art Studio for Children with Linda Beach

What: Use a variety of art media to explore drawing and painting in several different projects. Students will have fun using drawing and painting in color while getting artistic encouragement from the instructor. All art supplies included. 5 classes Ages 10+
Where: Robert Livermore Community Center
When: M-F, 3-4:30, 7/12-7/16 or M-F, 3-4:30 7/19-7/23
Fee: $89
Contact: Register: Call 925-373-5700
Information: See the LARPD Summer Brochure, p. 13 for more information.

Acrylic Painting for Kids with Cindy

What: Acrylic painting for kids with Cindy. Ages 9 to 16.
Where: Richards Craft Store in Livemrore
When: July 10 and/or July 24 from 11 am to 1pm
Fee: $20/class
Information: Send email to Cindy at cindys_art@comcast.net

Acrylic Painting with Cindy

What: Acrylic Painting with Cindy.
Where: Richards Craft Store in Livemrore
When: July 14, July 28, Aug. 11, Aug 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Fee: $20/class
Information: Send email to Cindy at cindys_art@comcast.net

Exploring Portraits for Children with Linda Beach

What: Express yourself or another person using props or costumes to explore portraiture in a new way. You will be guided with proportions and art techniques using a variety of media to create a portrait that reflects your style. All art supplies included. 5 classes Ages 10+
Where: Robert Livermore Community Center
When: M-F, 1-2:30, 7/19-7/23
Fee: $89
Contact: Register: Call 925-373-5700
Information: See the LARPD Summer Brochure, p. 13 for more information.

Beginner Fundamentals of Art and Design in Clay

What: Have you ever wanted to explore clay as a new medium to express your ideas in 3-D? This course will cover basic hand-building techniques to create functional as well as sculptural works in ceramics. Class offered through the sculpture studio.
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (6) Saturdays, 7/10-8/14/10, 10am - 1pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (6) Week Courses: $170.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.
Application: Download Application.

Intermediate Clay Figure Sculpture

What: This course will explore a variety of approaches to creating figures in clay. The nature of Figures you sculpt will be based on your own preferences (i.e., human, animal, etc.)
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (6) Wednesdays, 7/7-8/11/10, 2:30-5:30pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (6) Week Courses: $170.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.
Application: Download Application.

Intermediate Ceramic Hand Building

What: In this workshop, we will explore repetition, variety, rhythm, balance, proportion and emphasis/economy using clay to create new sculptural objects based on your interests.
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (6) Saturdays, 7/10-8/14, 2pm-5pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (6) Week Courses: $170.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.
Application: Download Application.

Advanced Ceramic Hand Building

What: A chance for you to formulate, discuss and develop a style through smaller works for different applications from small studies to surface decorations. We will concentrate on form, glazes and textures.
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (6) Saturdays, 7/10-8/14/10, 2pm-5pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (6) Week Courses: $170.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.
Application: Download Application.

Introduction to Ceramic Hand-building

What: Learn Ceramic Hand-building techniques while creating whimsical Pinch Pot Containers, Coil Bird Houses; Learn soft slab construction by building houses, boxes, push plates and functional plates, plus firm slab construction using texture and colored slips; learn about using underglazes, low fire glazes and cone five glazes used at the Studio.
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (8) Fridays, 9/17-11/5/10, 12Noon-3pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (6) Week Courses: $170.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.

Intermediate Ceramic Hand-Building

What: Build ceramic furniture using soft slabs, slip, and fabric textures; Coil ala Mata Ortiz-Style using colored slip decoration; Print images on ceramics using stencils, silk screens, and underglazes; Press Mold a Garden Sculpture or Stele using plaster molds and textures found in the studio; Glaze surface discussion and demonstration, covering underglazes, low fire glaze, and cone 5 glazes; Pour a small mold from start to finish.
Where: 147 North Livermore Ave, Suite A, Livermore, CA 94550
When: (8) Fridays, 9/17-11/5/10, 4:30pm-7:30pm
Fee: [include 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, 1 cu. ft. kiln space, 3 hours Open Studio time during each week for the duration of your contracted session.] (8) Week Courses: $225.00 50% Senior Discount available to 65+
Contact: Email thesculpturestudio@gmail.com or call Tricia Ialeggio at ( 925) 640-8118.

Darla's Annual Ghost Ranch Art Retreat/Workshop

What: Looking for a different type of art workshop? You are invited to Darla Bostick’s multi-media art workshop/retreat at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, NM. Several rooms have been reserved 31 August-6 Sept (ending Labor Day weekend) for the event which includes digital photography, watercolors/acrylics, pencil, incorporating text and more. There is plenty of opportunity for plein air painting as well as the comfort of a group activity room. For 7 days/6 nights you have permission to simply relax, enjoy and create. Your lodging and daily meals are covered with your registration. The Georgia O'Keeffe Landscape Tour takes you to the very places where she painted from the magnificent scenery offered by the area. Spaces are limited and some participants are already registered. Bring the materials you love to work with (or try something new) and join us!
When: August 31 - Setember 6 (Labor Day)
Where: Albiquiu, NM
Information: On website or email Darla at darlabostickart@yahoo.com

Watermedia Classes

What: Watermedia Classes
Where: Fremont Art Association Gallery, 37659 Niles Blvd, Old Niles District, Fremont
When: July 19, 26 and August 2
Contact: gracemrankinartist@ gmail.com.

Short Pose Figure Drawing and Painting

What: 4 session class by Carolyn Lord
When: Fridays, 5:30-8:30, July 23-August 13
Where: Las Positas College, Livermore
Information: Sign up for classes at www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed

Nancy Storch, Las Positas College classes

What: Classes for beginners and experienced 12 and older. Class descriptions:
Watercolor Play on Yupo, August 4-5. Results with this synthetic paper are somewhat unpredictable but beautiful with intense colors. Explore abstract and floral painting. $99 registration + $10 fee for the Yupo. Art class AL714.

Paint on Fabric, August 2-3. use oil paintstiks on fabric to create original patterns and designs. Paintstiks must be purchased on-line at least two weeks prior to start of class. Art class AT325.
Where: Las Positas College, Livermore
Information: Sign up for classes at www.laspositascollege.edu/communityed or email Nancy at na_storch@yahoo.com.

Carol Maddox Plein-Air Painting Workshop

What: For artists of all levels. Countryside location, within walking distance of a charming village, with new art studio, pool, and rooms with private baths. Sketching, painting, and several exciting side trips. Information afternoon on Sunday, January 24, at 1:00 pm which will include an overview by Petit Rousset’s owner, video, photos, past participants’ accounts and refreshments.
Where: Dordogne region of France
When: July 9-19 2010
Application: Call Carol at 925-462-8866 or send email.

Impressions and Icons of Italy

What: Grace Rankin and Kathleen Mattox will share their personal approaches to Sketching and journalling as well as watercolor, collage and mixed media painting at La Romita, and on location in charming Umbrian hilltowns as well as in the newly air conditioned studio.
Where: Italy
When: July 13-27, 2010.
Application: Email Grace or visit www.laromita.org

Italy Paining Trip

What: Paint, sketch & explore on a voyage of discovery into Tuscany and the Cinque Terre with Charlotte Severin and S.F. Arts & Humanities Seminars. Two or three openings at press time.
When: August 27 to September 9 with an optional 3 day pre-trip in Florence August 23-26.
Where: Albiquiu, NM
Information: Call Charlotte at 925 846-6382 if interested.

Karen Frey Watercolor Workshop

What: Karen Frey will conduct a 3 day Watercolor Workshop at the Pleasanton Firehouse Arts Center during the NWS (National Watercolor Society) exhibit. The workshop will encompass a holistic approach to creating a painting. Karen will begin with her specific color palette and how it relates to wet-into-wet applications followed by compositional elements, and underpainting. Included are lectures and demonstrations and student exploration. The artist strives to work with individual students during their work time. (Limit: 16)
Where: Pleasanton Firehouse, Pleasanton, CA
When: October 20-22, 2010, 9 am to 4 pm
Application: Download the application. Deposit of $100 deadline extended to Aug.1, 2010
More Information: Email Linda Beach at lsbeach@comcast.net

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