Painting and Drawing Classes with FAA
Meet the Instructors
Melissa Sexstella
Kathy Mercer
Mia Kosem
Sandra Patterson
Early Childhood Art Classes
ART CLUB FOR AGES 6-9
for ages 6-9
- Mondays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Class #: VASP2211A
- Session 2: From March 21 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2211B
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
Let’s explore your mind and creativity as we paint and draw the students’ ideas. Paint, pastel and all media will be used.
for ages 10-18
- Mondays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Class #: VASP2212A
- Session 2: From March 21 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2212B
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
Come on and have fun, exploring your mind and creativity as we paint and draw the student’s ideas. Paint, pastel and all media will be used.
CARTOONING FOR AGES 6-9
- for ages 6-9
- Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 26 to March 16, 2022
- Class #: VAF SP2213A
- Session 2: From March 23 to May 18, 2022
- Class #: VASP2213B
- Session 1: From January 26 to March 16, 2022
Create your own cartoon character and bring it to life!
Join the waitlist: *Should more spots open, individuals will be contacted in the order of waitlist registration.*
- On Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- From June 16 to July 21, 2021
- for ages 9-16
- Class #: VAS2150
- From June 16 to July 21, 2021
Enjoy and learn the art of zentangle while creating a fantastic picture using the basics of zentangle, plus adding color and life!
Register for Drawing and Cartooning
COMICS FOR AGES 9-13
Register for Comics
- ages 9-13
- Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- From January 25 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2214
Create your own comic book while learning the style of drawing and creating a character, scenery and conversation. We will finish the class with a “Comic Book” drawn and written by the student.
PAINTING & DRAWING FOR KIDS - TEENS
for ages 6-9
- Thursdays from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
- From January 27 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2215
- From January 27 to May 19, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Children will build their skills with an extensive variety of drawing and painting tools and supplies. Students explore in a creative environment while learning techniques and strategies.
ages 9-12
- Thursdays from 4:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
- January 27 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2216
- January 27 to May 19, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
For the young artist looking to grow! Students experiment with watercolor techniques, build their skill level with acrylic and elevate their drawing ability while developing their own unique style.
for ages 13-18
- Tuesdays from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- From January 25 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2217
- From January 25 to May 17, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Studio atmosphere with professional support. Students explore drawing and painting in a variety of media. Projects may be customized class projects or individual projects.
for ages 13-18
- Mondays from 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- From January 24 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2230
- From January 24 to May 16, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Build a strong foundation in drawing and watch all of your visual art skills improve! What do you like to draw? Bring your ideas or favorite subject matter and get expert advice on how to grow your skills. This class utilizes a studio atmosphere and a variety of drawing media, featuring pen and ink, graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, and more.
- for ages 6-9
- Summer Session: Mondays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Class #: VAS2115
- Summer Session: Mondays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Weather permitting, we will enjoy and explore the colors of summer! All types of media and fun!
- for ages 10 and up
- Summer only: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Class #: VAS2151
- Summer only: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Weather permitting, we will enjoy and explore the colors of summer! All types of media and fun!
- for ages 8-12
- Summer only: On Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- From June 16 to July 21, 2021
- Class #VAS2152 or VAS2152-OL (online)
- From June 16 to July 21, 2021
Come create beautiful works of art in pastel, acrylic, and more!
PAINTING FOR ADULTS & SENIORS
for ages 18+
- Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2231A
- Session 2: From March 24 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2231B
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
Are you an early bird? Bring your coffee, rise and shine, and paint with acrylic! Students provide their own supplies.
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Bring a cup of coffee and start your day off right! Learn expert techniques and get answers to all of your painting questions. Laugh and chat while you create a unique acrylic painting you will be proud to show off. Students provide their own supplies for this class. Any brand of art supplies is welcome. If you already have any of these supplies, there is no need to buy new ones.
Please Bring:
– A photo or image you are interested in using as inspiration for your painting
– An 11×14″ canvas
– The following acrylic paint colors: Cerulean Blue, White, Ultramarine Blue, Violet, Burnt Sienna, Sap Green, Viridian, Red, Paynes Gray, Any color orange, Any dark yellow (darker than lemon yellow)
– An assortment of paintbrushes: ½” flat, 1” flat, ½” filbert, a fine brush for details, ¼” flat, #6 round (make sure they say “for acrylic paint” in the description). If you have additional paintbrushes, feel free to bring them.
- HB pencil
- Kneaded eraser
- Something to use as a palette
for high school students and adults
- Wednesdays from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 26 to March 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2232A
- Session 2: From March 23 to May 18, 2022
- Class #: VASP2232B
- Session 1: From January 26 to March 16, 2022
Join artist Kathy Mercer for a relaxing evening of painting. Learn expert techniques and get answers to all of your painting questions. Laugh and chat while you create a unique acrylic painting you will be proud to show off. Students provide their own supplies for this class. Any brand of art supplies is welcome. If you already have any of these supplies, there is no need to buy new ones.
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Please Bring:
– A photo or image you are interested in using as inspiration for your painting
– An 11×14 canvas
– The following acrylic paint colors: Cerulean Blue, White, Ultramarine Blue, Violet, Burnt Sienna, Sap Green, Viridian, Red, Paynes Gray, Any color orange, Any dark yellow (darker than lemon yellow)
– An assortment of paintbrushes: ½” flat, 1” flat, ½” filbert, a fine brush for details, ¼” flat, #6 round (make sure they say “for acrylic paint” in the description). If you have additional paintbrushes, feel free to bring them.
- HB pencil
- Kneaded eraser
- Something to use as a palette
- for ages 18+
- Summer Session: Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- From June 18th to July 23rd, 2021
- Registrations open on March 22nd, 2021
- Class #: VAS2131
- No, we are not painting with coffee; yet, coffee is served as we enjoy the morning painting in acrylics. Bring your own ideas and a canvas. The rest will be supplied!
- Summer Session: Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
“Grab a cup of coffee and jump into Spring! Join artist Kathy Mercer and the rest of the class to create a spring-themed acrylic painting. Kathy will show you her favorite expert techniques to capture the beauty of the season and address all of your painting questions. Kathy loves individuality and you are encouraged to express your own style and choose your own subject matter. Laugh, sip, and chat while you create a unique painting you will be proud to show off. Students provide their own supplies for this class. Any brand of art supplies is welcomed. If you already have these supplies there is no need to buy new ones.
You will need:
- A 11×14 canvas
- The following acrylic paint colors:
- Cerulean Blue, White, Ultramarine Blue, Violet, Burnt Sienna, Sap Green, Viridian, Red, Paynes Gray, Any color orange, Any dark yellow (darker than lemon yellow)
- An assortment of paintbrushes:
- ½” flat, 1” flat, ½” filbert, a fine brush for details, ¼” flat, #6 round (make sure they say “for acrylic paint” in the description)
- Masking Tape
- HB pencil
- Kneaded eraser
- Something to use as a palette
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