CLASSES & EVENTS:

Classical Sculpture in Palo Alto

With clay as the building medium, we will study the human figure/portrait using a live model. Instructor will guide you in sculpture techniques, form and structure, verbally and by demonstrations. All experience levels are welcome. The firing of the art is the responsibility of the students. Clay can be purchased from the instructor at the first meeting.

Cost: $140 + model fee $50

Dates: Sept. 18 - Oct. 23

Time: Saturdays @ 1:30 - 4:00 pm

Where: Pacific Art League, Alma St. Studio in Palo Alto

Exploring Ceramics

Instructor will bring coffee and goodies. Students will explore using different types of clay; building on what you know or learn new construction techniques. Demonstrations on slab, coil, pinch, drape and press molds can transform your ideas into sculptural utilitarian work of art. Different styles of surface decoration and patinas will addressed; making your art more interesting and marketable. All experience levels are welcome. Firing of the art is the responsibility of the students.

Cost: $140. + $15 lab fee

Dates: Sept. 18 - Oct. 23

Times: Ssturdays @ 10: - 12:30

Where: Pacific Art League, Alma St. Studio in Palo Alto

Bronze Patina Workshop

In this workshop the student will be able to create a realistic looking bronze patina or finish on their sculptures using a combination of bronze powders, shellac and oil paints. This finish can be applied to any sculpture or bas relief made of clay, plaster, paper or concrete. Its more efficient to work on more than one piece at a time because there is a bit of waiting time between applications. This method is messy but fun and easy, so be prepared by wearing old clothes. Bring two or more sculptures, two paintbrushes (approx. 1" wide) for oils, and a bag lunch.

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Where: Pacific Art League, Alma St. Studio in Palo Alto

Quick Studies in Clay - a workshop

This as an opportunity to work in a more spontaneous, more emotional arena. Participants will be able to sculpt the whole figure, a torso or a bas relief using a live model doing short poses of 2 hours each. Bring your favorite supplies and a snack. Firing of the art is the responsibility of the students.

Cost: n/a

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Time: Saturday @ 1:00 - 5:30 pm

Where: Pacific Art League, Alma St. Studio in Palo Alto

To Register call Pacific Art League 650-321-3891 or on the web at pacificartleague.org

NEW! Green Sewing: Repurposing Clothes and other items made of fabric

This class will be held in San Francisco at the Ft. Mason Community College Campus. Since cloth makes up a large portion of our landfill, we will explore a variety of useful and fun tips to repurpose, recreate and reuse some of this cloth into useful and decorative items. A garment made out of a beautiful fabric, can be can be taken apart and remade into something completely different. Such as, a new top or vest out of a skirt or a pair of pants. Place mats can become a stylish bag; old sweaters make great pot holders; baby socks stuffed with catnip makes a fun cat toy; etc.
Instructor will supply some patterns, fabric paint, markers, glitter, buttons, stamps, scraps, etc. You bring to class whatever inspires you and we’ll get creative. You will leave class with loads of ideas and some unique items.
Be sure to also bring your sewing machine, scissors, pins, seam ripper, tape measure and marking chalk.
All levels are welcome but a basic knowledge of sewing is helpful.

Cost: $130

Dates: Nov. 8 - Dec. 6

Times: Mondays @ 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Where: S.F. City College Ft. Mason Campus, Bldg, B, Laguna & Marina Sts., San Francisco

To Register call Continuing Education office at 415-561-1860 or online at www.ccsf.edu/contined

Sewing Workshop in Redwood City

Students will be able to run a sewing machine, layout a pattern, sew a finished seam and turn up a hem; allowing them to express creativity and individual style. Bring to the first class: pattern, fabric, thread, pins, shears and sewing machine with manual. *(Beginners note: look for a pattern with only a few pieces. McCalls and Butterick Patterns are good choices.) If you need suggestions, call or e-mail instructor.

Cost: $135/$155 + $8 lab fee

Dates: Oct. 5 - Nov. 23

Times: Tuesdays @ 5:30 - 8:00 pm

Where: Redwood City Parks & Rec., CAB Rm. #5

To Register call Redwood City Parks & Rec at 650-780-7323 or on the web at redwoodcity.org

Sunday Sweets & Sewing in Half Moon Bay

Instructor will bring goodies. Students will be able to run a sewing machine, layout a pattern, sew a finished seam and turn up a hem; allowing them to express creativity and individual style. Bring to the first class: pattern, fabric, thread, pins, shears and sewing machine with manual. *(Beginners note: look for a pattern with only a few pieces. McCalls and Butterick Patterns are good choices.) If you need suggestions, call or e-mail instructor.

Cost: $119/$129 + $5 misc. materials

Dates: Sept.19 - Oct.24 (no 10/17)

Times: 1:30 - 4:00 pm

Where: Half Moon Bay Train Depot, 110 Higgins Canyon Rd.

To Register call Half Moon Bay Recreation @ 650-726-8297 or online www.hmbcity.com

Coffee, Cookies & Ceramics in Redwood City

Instructor will bring the coffee and goodies. Students will explore using different types of clay; building on what you know or learn new construction techniques. Demonstrations on slab, coil, pinch, drape and press molds can transform your ideas into sculptural utilitarian work of art. Different styles of surface decoration and patinas will addressed; making your art more interesting and marketable. All experience levels are welcome. Firing of the art is the responsibility of the students.

Cost: $95/$113. + $15 lab fee

Dates: Oct. 8 - Nov. 19

Times: Fridays @ 9:30 - 12:00

Where: Redwood City VETS Annex Ceramic Rm.

To Register call Redwood City Parks & Rec at 650-780-7323 or on the web at redwoodcity.org

Ceramics Workshop in San Bruno ~ The 50 Plus Program

Making objects in clay is a centuries old practice. Students will be able to create very large or very small objects using different techniques and surface decoration. We will explore some of these possibilities; making your art more interesting and marketable. All experience levels are welcome.

Cost: 50 - 64yo - $50, 65 - 99yo - $30, under 50 - $75 + A sliding fee of $10-$20 for materials

Dates: Aug. 30 - Dec. 13

Times: Mondays @ 9:30 - 12:30 pm

Where: San Bruno Senior Center, 1555 Crystal Springs Rd, San Bruno

To Register call San Mateo Adult School @ 650-558-2100 or in class at first meeting.

Upholstery in San Bruno

If you have a desire to revive a family heirloom, or whether you wish to design your own unique modern concept; we are here to direct, help and make your experience an enjoyable one! Beginners start by constructing a boxed pillow with a zipper and then move on to an upholstered stool; learning skills to enable the student to rejuvenate that chair or sofa. Some tools are easily found in any hardware store and some can be ordered thru a catalogue. All levels are welcome!

Cost: $70 each session of 7 meetings

Dates: Sept. 14 - Oct. 26 & Nov. 2 - Dec. 14

Times: Tues. @ 9:30 - 12:30

Dates: Sept.15- Oct. 27 & Nov. 3 - Dec. 15

Times: Wed. @ 9:30 - 12:30

Where: Peninsula High School, room 228, San Bruno

To Register call San Mateo Adult School @ 650-558-2100 or in class at first meeting.

NEW! Drawing Flowers in Half Moon Bay

Drawing flowers is like drawing a tiny portrait. In this class students will be able to understand how a flower is shaped and formed by utilizing the basic tools of line, value, form, space and texture. Students will clearly see and draw flowers and their foliage following a step-by-step mothod: from roughing out to final details. All levels are welcome.

Supplies to bring to the 1st class:
Sketch pad - 16in. x 20in.
Drawing pencils, B series
White eraser

Cost: n/a (a percentage goes to charity)

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Where: Oddfellows Hall, 526 Main St. (upstairs) Half Moon Bay

To Register call Half Moon Bay Recreation @ 650-726-8297 or online www.hmbcity.com or call Anne Grannis @ 650-728-8119