Spring Art Classes at Farmstead Arts

Get inspired by nature at Farmstead Arts! Now is the time to sign up for spring art and sculpture classes. Drawing classes for ages 14 and up will be taught by Doug Schiller, and Play with Clay classes for ages 11 and up are taught by Debbie Limoli. For questions on the drawing classes, contact Doug Schiller at dschiller@gmail.com. For questions about Play with Clay, contact Debbie Limoli at customcrittersbydeb@yahoo.com. To sign up for classes, visit http://farmsteadarts.eventbrite.com or for more information, please visit farmsteadartscenter.org.

Intro to Drawing with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 am from March 29 - May 3, 2016
This class will introduce students to the fundamental principles of drawing as they gain confidence in their drawing skills and have fun in doing so. Work with a variety of drawing materials and learn to create convincing 2D imagery of the 3D world. No previous experience required.
Studio Landscape Drawing, with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Mondays, 1:30 – 3:30 PM, March 28 - May 2, 2016
Students will create outdoor landscapes indoors as they translate their 3D world onto a 2D picture plane. An understanding of compositional elements, shading, color and perspective will help develop spatial appearances working with a variety of dry 2D drawing materials that will amaze both artist and viewer. Photographic references and imagination will supplement direct observation. All levels welcome.

Colored Pencil Drawing, with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included, Tuesdays, March 29 - May 3, 2016 from 12:30-2:30 PM
Explore the wide range of drawing possibilities using watercolor
colored pencils. From traditional uses to more contemporary
applications students will observe forms and use pencils and brush
working with still life arrangements, photographic references and
personal imagery. All levels welcome.

Teen Drawing and Painting with Doug Schiller, $150 for 6 week class, all supplies included; Mondays, March 29 - May 3, 2016 from 4 – 6 PM
This class will introduce students to the fundamental principles of drawing and painting as they gain confidence in their drawing and painting skills and have fun in doing so. Work with a variety of drawing materials and learn to create convincing 2D imagery of the 3D world. No previous experience required.

One Day Workshop for Teens - Adults: Painting on the Passaic with Doug Schiller, $60, all supplies included; Sunday, April 10, 2016 from 10 AM- Noon, Raindate: Sunday, April 17 from 10 AM – Noon
The Passaic River runs gracefully behind Farmstead Arts and this idyllic setting will be drawn and/or painted on paper or canvas through direct observation in this one day outdoor workshop. Using a variety of drawing materials and watercolors concepts such as color, perspective and composition will be investigated. All levels welcome.

Play with Clay Ceramic Studio Art Classes, with Debbie Limoli, $60 for 2 session class, all supplies included, Thursdays from 5 -7 PM or by appointment.
Learn the art of hand building to create a beautiful ceramic or sculpture piece, from a lump of clay. All materials, glazes and kiln firing are included. Teaching artist Debbie Limoli will work with you to arrange times and dates that fit your schedule. Each class is 2 hours. Each piece will require two sessions. Call Debbie Limoli 908 705 2266 or email customcrittersbydeb@yahoo.com. with any questions and to arrange the dates and times that fit your schedule and hers.

The farmhouse is wheelchair accessible. Anyone anticipating the need for additional accessibility services is requested to make a request by sending an E-mail to the farmsteadartscenter@gmail.com in advance.

Funds for these events have been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through the State/County Partnership Local Arts Program Grant administered by The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission.