The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Wednesdays, running from June 1st through July 6th. (6 weeks) This course introduces basic pottery wheel techniques to beginning students with a focus on throwing bowl and cylinder forms. Students will be shown the step-by-step process of wedging, centering, throwing,… Continue Reading Beginners Wheel with Chris Neiman
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 2:00 - 4:30 PM on Thursdays, running from May 19th through June 23rd. (6 weeks) This course is intended to be a "next step" for returning beginners who have completed an introductory Ceramic Handbuilding class. Students will expand and refine their skillset through skills instruction… Continue Reading Handbuilding Plus! with Marcey Sherman
Exhibit curator: Joan StrandImage Credits: Banner image, Moody Tree, photograph by Lani Seikaly, Study in Ink by Ronn Akins Monochrome images easily evoke a wide range of moods through the intentional limiting of color variations. For this show, RiverArts invites artists to express their own vision of monochrome by submitting black and white drawings and… Continue Reading Monochrome Moods: Drawings and Photography in Black and White Opening Reception
Whether you are a beginning artist or an established maker, a great website is essential to connect you with the art world and showcase your work. This webinar, hosted by artist and experienced website builder, Kris Kelley, will review key elements of an artist's website, content arrangement, and tips for optimizing your site to make… Continue Reading Artist Professional Development: Websites for Artists w/Kris Kelley
Exhibit curator: Joan StrandImage Credits: Banner image, Moody Tree, photograph by Lani Seikaly, Study in Ink by Ronn Akins Monochrome images easily evoke a wide range of moods through the intentional limiting of color variations. For this show, RiverArts invites artists to express their own vision of monochrome by submitting black and white drawings and… Continue Reading Monochrome Moods: Drawings and Photography in Black and White Artist's Talk
During this painting session, Paul will share some of the techniques and approaches involved in his vibrant and energetic approach which emphasizes an emotive response to landscape rather than a purely representational methodology. The first session Paul will be painting with acrylics, the second oil; however either are welcome in each session. This class is… Continue Reading Wild Painting in the Afternoon with Paul Santori
During the painting session, Paul will share some of the techniques and approaches involved in his vibrant and energetic approach which emphasizes an emotive response to landscape rather than a purely representational methodology. The first session Paul will be painting with acrylics, the second oil; however either are welcome in each session. This class is… Continue Reading Wild Painting in the Evening with Paul Santori
WHAT IS LOCAL COLOR? Color can be defined in several different ways. It is often considered an element consisting of three properties: hue, intensity, and value. It is the aspect of an object caused by different qualities of light reflecting from it. It can be vibrant or muted, and as Stewart White points out, “Simple… Continue Reading July 2022 – Local Color opening reception
WHAT IS LOCAL COLOR? Color can be defined in several different ways. It is often considered an element consisting of three properties: hue, intensity, and value. It is the aspect of an object caused by different qualities of light reflecting from it. It can be vibrant or muted, and as Stewart White points out, “Simple… Continue Reading Local Color Artists' Talk
Paint in the great outdoors! Say bye-bye summer and hello to crisp weather & autumnal landscapes in watercolor along with award winning watercolorist and popular RA instructor Steve Bleinberger. Enjoy fall leaves & nature's changing palette as you learn earn tips and techniques for creating striking colors, shades, and washes. All levels welcome! Bring your… Continue Reading Fall into Watercolor with Steve Bleinberger
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