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			Color Express for Painters September 25, 2010 (1-4pm) — Maximize your color impact and learn Caroline Jasper's dual-hue palette strategy for easy and efficient color management. Progress beyond color wheel theory as you learn to take advantage of inherent real paint color characteristics. Explore advanced color interactions. Push expression in your work through personalized color choices, and experience more productive painting by starting on a color ground. Watch your painting progress quickly while avoiding muddy colors. One-on-one instruction emphasized. Oils are emphasized, but other opaque media are welcome. Appropriate for all skill levels. Bring photo references suitable to your drawing confidence. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroline Jasper Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Palette Prowess September 25, 2010 (9 am - Noon) — Go beyond the color wheel and find what real colors can and cannot do, regardless of medium. Manage mixing and say "good-bye" to muddy colors as you learn to control your color. Discover how to judge conflict-compatibility issues of paint pigments vs. theory colors, factoring in hue-bias, value, intensity, temperature, and opacity characteristics. Develop productive palette strategies to paint in vivid, rich color. One-on-one instruction is emphasized. Any color medium is suitable for this workshop. Bring photo references suitable to your drawing confidence. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroline Jasper Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Caricatures - The Art of Funny I September 25, 2010 (10 am - 4:30 pm) — Workshop for ages 10 to adult. Everyone loves cartoons, so it's no wonder that caricature is universally accepted as a most delightful art form. This fun-filled workshop is designed for beginners and experienced artists alike. Participants learn how to borrow from reality and fiction to create fantastic portraits using line and style to capture individual likenesses. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Michael White Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Art in Small Spaces - Expressive Art at the Bedside September 25, 2010 (9am-4pm) — In this methods course, you will learn simple but profound techniques for creative expression through visual art at the bedside. Using a four-step process developed through the facilitation of expressive arts in healthcare, you will discover ways to engage patients while stifling the inner critic, yours and theirs. Art projects for relaxation, peace, play, and quality of life are included in the class. Suitable for those who want to use creative expression for their own well-being and nurses and other healthcare professionals interested in integrating expressive arts as complementary therapy for the healing process. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Julia Riley Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $165, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Introduction to the Macintosh Computer September 25, 2010 (9am - Noon) — Learn the Macintosh computer platform as a prerequisite for other digital courses such as Photoshop, Digital Design, and Digital Portfolio Workshop. Participants unfamiliar with the Mac learn how to log into their home and web space, and the differences/similarities between Mac and PC window and file management. PC users can learn on the Mac and work at home on their PC. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Marcia Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $50, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Digital Portfolio Workshop September 25, 2010 (1-4pm) — This course is designed for artists and amateurs just stepping into the digital realm. It introduces techniques for documenting one's own artwork by creating a digital portfolio from a simple camera/ lighting setup and provides computer tips for CD production. This workshop benefits anyone who wishes to submit a digital portfolio of their artwork for consideration in college admissions, gallery exhibition and juried competitions. Participants are invited to bring one or two pieces of their own artwork to use as examples. (Basic Macintosh computer skills required) Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Marcia Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $65, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Acrylic Painting September 28 - December 7, 2010; no class Nov. 23 (Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — Explore the mysteries of acrylic painting. Learn about color mixing and paint application on various surfaces. Work from assorted subjects, develop compositional skills, and express and explore your creative potential. Class includes demonstrations, individual attention and discussions. A personal approach to subject matter, materials and techniques is encouraged. (Previous drawing experience required). Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $295, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Figure Drawing September 29 - December 8, 2010; no class Nov. 24 (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — Working from observation of the figure model (Undraped and draped models), students learn proportion, basic anatomy for the artist, composition, mark making, modeling the human form, light and shadow. Various materials such as charcoal, conté crayon and ink techniques are explored as are a review of sighting and measuring techniques. Progress is evaluated in group and individual critiques. Prerequisite: Drawing Fundamentals class. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Lucy Barber Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $325, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Photoshop I September 29 - December 8, 2010; no class Nov. 24 (Wednesdays, 4 - 6:30 pm) — This course introduces Adobe Photoshop software as a tool for manipulating images electronically to create digital art, and to transform your photos, graphics or website. Demonstrations and lectures cover the features of the program. Seats are limited. Enroll early. Knowledge of Macintosh platform required. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Jeff Schwartz Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $445, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Intermediate Drawing September 30 - December 9, 2010; no class Nov. 25 (Thursdays, 6:30 - 9pm) — Expand your drawing skills through a range of traditional and exploratory approaches to materials and techniques. Emphasis is on enhancing the formal elements of drawing with projects to include still life, abstraction, collage and approaches to realism. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Brian Haverlock Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $265, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Painting in the Venetian Method October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9am - Noon) — This course is designed to guide students through the process of developing a painting using the traditional techniques of indirect painting. These methods will be explored through the development of a fully realized monochromatic under painting upon which thin layers of paint are applied to achieve the effects of the Old Masters. The painting will develop through the application of thin layers of paint and glazing, allowing the under painting to come through. Two approaches, the Open Form and the Closed Form will be introduced in this course. Students will create two complete still life paintings, one in each of the two approaches. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Catherine Lucas Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $275, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			AutoCAD I October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9am - Noon) — AutoCAD is the industry standard 3D CAD design, drafting, modeling and drawing software. Focusing on understanding the tools and applications of AutoCAD, participants explore the program through a series of demonstrations and projects. AutoCAD terminology combined with Interior Design vocabulary aid in the learning process. Prerequisite: must have basic computer skills. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Adam Roland Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $445, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Digital Design October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9am - Noon) — Learn the process and art of combining text and graphics to communicate an effective message through design, typography, composition, digital paint, and illustration techniques to create logos, graphics, brochures, newsletters, posters, signs and other types of visual communication. Emphasis is placed on the development of ideas, the process of creative problem solving, and the integration of image and message to create meaningful dialog through design. (Prerequisite: Basic Macintosh computer skills required. Some Photoshop or Illustrator experience is helpful.) Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Marcia Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $445, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Fundamentals of Perspective October 2 - November 6, 2010 (Saturdays, 1 - 4 pm) — This course is designed to teach students the principles of linear perspective that is essential in depicting illusionistic space. The students will learn to draw the impression of three dimensional space onto a two dimensional surface using the tools of linear perspective i.e. vanishing points, one and two point perspective, angular perspective, etc. Acquiring the skills and knowledge of the different systems of perspective will help students to improve independently in their work. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Catherine Lucas Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $185, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Keys to Contrast in Painting October 2, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm) — Discover effective ways to enhance a sense of form and space. Orchestrate color contrasts to support composition and message. Exaggerate or reduce value, temperature, and intensity differences appropriately. Learn to intensify color difference interactions for striking effects. One-on-one instruction is emphasized. Oils are emphasized, but other opaque painting media are welcome. Bring color photo references suitable to your drawing confidence. All skill levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroline Jasper Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $125, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Abstract Art: Beyond Reality October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 1-4 pm) — Create meaningful, evocative abstract paintings through a series of exercises to skillfully blend design fundamentals, composition and creative processes to explore and visually communicate conceptual ideas. Through lectures, discussions and demonstrations, this course offers practical tools that will inspire and enhance your artistic abilities and lead to a freer, more expressive style. Some painting experience recommended. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Marcia Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $295, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Discovering Creativity (Ages 6-11) October 2-30, 2010 (Saturdays, 9:30 am - Noon) — Young artists have fun exploring formal art elements while building skills in drawing, painting, and mixed media. Lessons combine two-dimensional art media and techniques with art history and self-expression. Open-ended projects provide practice and experience with a variety of art media and styles. Register for this class together with the Nov. 6 - Dec. 11 class and save 5 percent. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Patrice Kennedy Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Printmaking Techniques October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9 am - Noon) — Make multiples of art images through printmaking techniques such as monotype, transfer, etching and relief. Examples and demonstrations inform the course. Participants are encouraged to explore and develop their artistic visions and vocabularies. All skill levels welcome. Advanced participants may do independent work. (Previous drawing experience required). Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Patrick Lindhardt Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $325, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Sculpture Class October 2 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 10am - 1pm) — Planar materials present many exciting options to create sculptural compositions. The class focus is on designing and fabricating layered relief and hollow forms. Students learn to make connections with glue, rivets, hinges, and simple torch soldering and use basic tools to create imagery by piercing and cutting the material to achieve simple or intricate designs. Initial studies for compositions are created out of rigid paperboards then explored in plywood and metals, such as copper, steel, tin or brass. Finishing options and basic patinas are introduced. Projects are open ended, self-directed explorations into a potential body of work providing opportunities to practice and master each technique. Students will need to work beyond class time to meet their goals. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Joni Younkins-Herzog Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $275, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Portrait in Clay October 2, 3, 9, 2010 — This intensive workshop focuses on the anatomy of the face and head, emphasizing bone structure, expression and ethnic differences. With step-by-step instruction, students sculpt a head in Sculpey clay with one-to-one attention and encouragement to explore their own style. This class is suitable for all levels. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Richard Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $245, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Drawing I (ages 12-18) October 2-30, 2010 (Saturdays, 9 am - Noon) — Explore ideas and learn how to give them strength. Find success through understanding composition, modeling form and learning how to work with various drawing tools. The instructor assists any students who want to produce work for a college admission portfolio. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Jeffery Cornwell Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $175, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Design Fundamentals October 3 - December 12, 2010; no class Nov. 28 (Sundays, 1 - 4:30 pm) — This hands-on course looks at the use of basic design elements of line, shape and composition to better understand how to create design solutions for a given visual problem. Participants explore how form and content, the two main distinguishing fundamentals in art and design, can be combined to create images that convey ideas without using words. Through an introduction of color theory, the relationship between light and the different effects color can create are explored. Participants develop an individual design based on color symbolism using elements that incorporate personally selected colors. The design is then carried through a series of renderings to learn how the use of color changes the experience of a design. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Jeff Schwartz Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $395, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Caricatures - The Art of Funny II October 3, 2010 (10 am - 4:30 pm) — If you liked the first one, you will love this new class, which is designed to help teach you how to draw caricatures professionally. Take your cartoon and caricature skills to the next level. In this high energy class, the instructor works one on one to guide you through a day full of polishing your drawing skills, understanding and illustrating body language, facial expression, inking, cartoon lettering and creating successful gags. An advanced section on developing your skills at drawing caricatures from life is included. Prerequisite: Caricatures - The Art of Funny I (see Sept. 26) or previous caricature experience. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Michael White Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Drawing Fundamentals - a Class for the Novice October 4 - December 6, 2010 (Mondays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — This is a course for beginning students as well as artists needing a refresher. It covers the concepts, processes and techniques of observational drawing with emphasis on measuring, space, line, shape, form, gesture, value, and composition. Pencil, charcoal, and ink are some of the media explored for rendering subjects that include still life and landscape. Progress is evaluated in group and individual critiques. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $265, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Children's Book Illustration October 4 - December 6, 2010 (Mondays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — The world of traditional and modern children's book illustration is introduced through lectures, demonstrations, and discussions on different approaches. Several successful children's book publications are viewed as examples; and how to produce an effective book proposal or portfolio to present to publishers is covered. Participants gain a better awareness of the process of illustrating a children's picture book as well as increased understanding of storytelling, character design, and other basic illustration skills. (Previous drawing experience required). Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caleb Prochnow Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $295, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Introduction to Art and Healing October 5 - December 7, 2010 (Tuesdays, 6:30-9pm) — Gain an understanding of how creativity is a force for well being in our world and personally. Combining experiential learning with instructor presentations and discussion, this growth-oriented course includes guided meditation, personal exploration and sharing, in addition to a variety of expressive art-making experiences. While the course content can be applied to a variety of settings by therapists, healthcare workers, educators, etc., the focus is on personal exploration of art as healing. All levels of art experience are welcome. Therapists and Nurses may earn Professional CEUs. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Kathleen Horne and Victoria Domenichello-Anderson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $385, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Hand Building in Ceramics October 6 - November 10, 2010 (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — This is a great class for all interested in ceramic construction. All skill levels welcome. In this fun, hands on course, students new to the clay media will enjoy learning a variety of traditional ceramic sculpting techniques from carving to modeling and construction techniques like coil and slab. Students will also learn glazing applications. Projects will require each student to explore their own personal creativity. The experienced ceramic student will enjoy being involved in an active instructor led studio where they too can develop and build upon their skills working at their own pace. Students will learn about the various types of clay but will be required to use Earthenware and related glazes. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $245, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Career Development for the Artist October 7 - November 11, 2010 (Thursdays, 6:30-9pm) — Taught by the author of the classic handbook How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist: Selling Yourself without Selling Your Soul (NY: Henry Holt & Company), this lively and participatory course helps the fine artist overcome basic problems of launching and sustaining a successful career. Highlights include: preparing for the gallery system; exhibition and sales opportunities outside of galleries; preparing for studio visits; pricing artwork; negotiating effectively with art dealers; understanding the corporate art market; planning a website portfolio; using blogs and social networking sites; and applying for grants, fellowships and artist-inresidence programs. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroll Michels Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $245, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Wood Carving Class October 7 - November 11, 2010 (Thursday, 6:30 - 9 pm) — Do you have an interest in shaping or carving wood? Or maybe you have some wood working tools laying around but never really used them. Here is the perfect class to get a splinter and learn about sculpting wood. Students will be instructed on a variety of carving techniques, including sanding and finishing the wood using a range of tools from traditional chisel and mallet to modern electric grinders. Students will learn about different types of wood as they explore their creative potential. Smaller scale projects will help each student develop their woodworking abilities. (Students need to provide tools.) Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $195, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Nighttime Landscape Photography October 14, 23, 28, 2010 — Have you ever wondered how photographers create images in the dark? This hands-on class will cover all aspects of low light photography, including ISO, shutter speed, aperture, and the use of ambient light to teach you exactly how it is done, and we will take a field trip to capture Sarasota's skyline at night. The class concludes with a lesson in Photoshop and a group critique of the images. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Mollie Grady Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $105, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			The Figure in Pastels October 18-22, 2010 (9-4) — Students are taught a traditional pastel painting technique, working with live models. Drawing, composition, anatomy, proportion, value, color and pastel application will be explored. Emphasis will be on developing form using light and shadow. For those wanting to speed up and become less tight in their work, this is an excellent class to take. Students do not need prior pastel experience. Some drawing would be helpful, but not imperative. Visit website				Location: North Florida, FL Instructor: Margaret Dyer Sponsor: Pastel Society of North Florida Cost: TBA Email: Melody Bogle Phone: 770-214-0525

			Color Workshop for Artists: 5 Things All Artists & Designers Need to Know October 23 - November 13, 2010 (Saturdays, 9am - 3pm) — Color is one of the most perplexing aspects of the visual arts. How does an artist or designer make sense of such complex information, and then actually use it? Even color books written specifically for artists are extremely heavy on theory and very light on the actual application in art and design. By using straightforward language, easily understood illustrations, and hands-on exercises, this workshop explains the logic behind the theory and how it can be directly applied in making artwork. The advantages and disadvantages of each application are discussed at length, so that students end up with a solid knowledge base that provides viable color options. Most supplies are included. This course is hands-on, low tech and lots of fun. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Brown Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $365, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			"Wet or Dry? The Amazing Range of Colored Pencil" October 23-24, 2010 (10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.) — Expand upon the tremendous "pointed potential" of colored pencil! Kristy Kutch, author of Drawing and Painting with Colored Pencil and the featured artist in the DVD Colored Pencil Landscapes: Beyond the Basics, has taught over 200 colored pencil workshops nationwide. She provides an informative, supportive, and enjoyable atmosphere. Both wax-based and watersoluble pencils will be included, with fascinating "painterly" techniques for both types of pencils. Watersoluble crayons will also be featured. Explore a wide range of compatible papers and boards which lend themselves beautifully to this dynamic medium. There will be demonstrations, individual attention, many materials to sample, and a generous cache of take-home supplies for each student. This workshop is sponsored by C.P.S.A. Chapter 117, but non-members are welcome! Visit website				Location: Palm Coast, FL Instructor: Kristy Kutch Sponsor: Colored Pencil Society of America, DC117 Cost: $175 for CPSA chapter members, $195 for non-members Email: Liz Monaco Phone: 386-871-8895

			Creating a Collage Journal October 30, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm) — Discover just how talented you really are! Collage journaling is a powerful creative outlet for the expression of thoughts, feelings and dreams. Even if you never thought of yourself as an artist or a writer, a collage journal can help you see things more clearly. Incorporate pictures and words in a way that is fun as well as personally revealing. Looking for a way to alleviate stress? Unwind and let your creative juices flow! No prior art or writing experience is necessary to enjoy this class. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Linda Maree Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Digital Photography - an Introduction for the Novice October 30 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9 am - Noon) — This course is for those who have wondered what all those extra features on the digital camera are for and how to get the most out of photo editing software before printing an image. Participants learn how to understand and maximize the use of their digital cameras, do simple photo editing, color correction, image sizing, and file sharing. Participants also learn how to use photo manipulation tools to create a variety of simple effects and appearances and, finally, how to print the final images. (Basic computer skills and a digital camera with manual setting mode required) Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $255, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Touch Drawing I November 1-15, 2010 (Mondays, 6:30 - 9:00 pm) — Imagery is created using only hands and fingers. Intuition is used to bring forth creative impulses resulting in a more genuine artistic experience. The course gives participants an extended touch drawing experience that invites possibilities for future creative development and personal exploration. Included is a brief introduction to the many possible applications of this process. Deborah Koff-Chapin, with whom both instructors have studied, developed Touch Drawing (TM). Therapists and Nurses may earn Professional CEUs. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Kathleen Horne and Victoria Domenichello-Anderson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $175, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Photojournalism November 4 - December 9, 2010; no class Nov. 25 (Thursdays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — Prepare to see the world in a new way as we develop our photographic eye by taking a photojournalistic approach to photography. Learn how to see and portray the world around you in visual terms. Emphasis is placed on images that evoke emotion and inform. Weekly shooting assignments are followed by in class critiques and basic Photoshop lessons. Together we will discover why a picture really is worth a thousand words. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Mollie Grady Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $175, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Dramatic Depth in Painting November 6, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm) — Create dramatic visual impact! Paintings are like theater; without a little drama, we get bored. Learn to implement a wide range of artists' proven methods for enhancing the illusion of form and distance on a flat surface. Advance your seeing-like-an- artist perception. Improve skills in manipulating color, lighting, and perspective. Give life to layers of depth in your paintings. One-on-one instruction is emphasized. Take home a slew of painters' depth illusion tricks along with your own depth-dynamic masterpiece. Oils are emphasized, but other opaque painting media are welcome. Bring color photo references suitable to your drawing confidence. All skill levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroline Jasper Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $125, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Discovering Creativity (Ages 6-11) November 6 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 9:30 am - Noon) — Young artists have fun exploring formal art elements while building skills in drawing, painting, and mixed media. Lessons combine two-dimensional art media and techniques with art history and self-expression. Open-ended projects provide practice and experience with a variety of art media and styles. Register for this class together with the Oct. 2 - 30 class and save 5 percent. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Patrice Kennedy Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			3 Day Weekend Figure and Portrait Workshop November 12-14, 2010 (9am - 4pm) — Learn how to capture the action, energy and proportion of the figure by using a set of guidelines that master artists have used for centuries. These guidelines will help you work with any subject matter from the figure to still life and landscape. Models will be provided. There will be a mix of short and long poses. Instruction will be given in an intimate setting allowing for up to eight students at a location bordering a natural preserve. While you are here explore Palm Beach County and enjoy fine dining, golf, shopping and beautiful beaches just minutes away. Visit website				Location: Palm Beach County, FL Instructor: Nancy Tilles Cost: $275 plus model fee $50 Email: Nancy Tilles Phone: 561-889-1010

			Anatomy of Hands and Feet November 13 - December 11, 2010; no class Nov. 27 (Saturdays, 1 - 4pm) — The complex forms of the hands and feet have always created a challenge for the figurative artist. This course is designed to teach the student how to approach and accurately render the intricate composition of the hands and feet through developing an understanding of the structure, planes, proportion, and anatomy, which is essential to the ability to draw hands and feet convincingly. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Catherine Lucas Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $175, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Comic Strip I - The Basics November 20, 2010 (10 am - 4:30 pm) — Workshop for ages 10 to adult. Comic strips are great venues for action, humor, satire, mystery or education. In this light-hearted workshop, participants develop and create characters to bring alive in an original comic strip. Participants are encouraged to develop their quirky (or serious) ideas on paper while also learning the secrets of going to press. The instructor welcomes all ages and all talent levels. See 'you' in the funnies! Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Michael White Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Comic Strip II - Concept and Drawing November 21, 2010 (10 am - 4:30 pm) — Workshop for ages 10 to adult. Come join returning or advanced students in this exciting workshop about creating your original comics. Develop skills and understanding about how to take your comic strip and comic book art to a professional level. The goal is to help you take original ideas and turn them into a format worthy of print. For the class you will need to have already partially or fully developed characters and concepts. Focus is on advancing your cartoon drawing skills, developing a style, visual storytelling, basic inking, lettering, understanding copyright and trademark plus how to put it all together for the world to enjoy. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Michael White Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $75, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			The Art of Inking and Producing Comics November 28 - December 12, 2010 (Sundays, 10 am - 4:30 pm) — Workshop for ages 14 to adult. Learn from a master inker trained by artists from Marvel and DC comics, who has produced comic art for over 30 years and knows the ropes from concept to publication. This class is for those who wish to learn the art of pen and ink embellishment - whether you like action, adventure, fantasy, anime, humor or horror. In 3 weeks you learn how to wield the same materials that comic pros use. Explore technique and style and examine formulas for creating successful products fit for print. Students must already possess some basic drawing skills and be prepared to focus on the black and white ink work. Comics lettering, graphics and reproduction will also be reviewed. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Michael White Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $215, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Painting Water with Oils December 4, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm) — Whet your appetite for water and take the plunge! Whether a rushing stream or quiet pool - we love to look at water. Enjoy the excitement of painting it. Learn how to analyze what you see when observing water. Color and method are the keys to making it sparkle, ripple or flow. Oil paint's versatility offers a range of manageable approaches for capturing water's reflections, refractions, transparency and many moods. Advanced color ground strategies. One-on-one instruction is emphasized. Take home your own "wet"-wow painting. Oils are emphasized, but other opaque color painting media are welcome. Bring water photos (references will be available to borrow). All skill levels welcome. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Caroline Jasper Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $125, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Pathway to Creative Genius December 5, 2010 (9 am - 4 pm) — In this fast-paced workshop, participants learn how to identify their processing styles and tap into a wellspring of creative energy. While painting to programmed music and with the assistance of personal coaching, participants explore the effects of change on perception and break through subconscious blocks with tools that can help optimize potential and realize unforeseen successes. Beginners are welcome. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Tracy Burden Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $155, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Painting and Drawing December 6-10, 2010 (9am - 4pm) — Learn how to paint even if you have never painted before. As a practicing artist, make your paintings more exciting by learning how to see color and mix paint easily. Two days will be devoted to the portrait and figure. Individual attention will be given to students interested in pursuing special projects. Instruction takes place in an intimate setting with eight students at a location bordering a natural preserve. While you are here explore Palm Beach County and enjoy fine dining, golf, shopping and beautiful beaches just minutes away. Visit website				Location: Palm Beach County, FL Instructor: Nancy Tilles Cost: $475 plus $60 model fee Email: Nancy Tilles Phone: 561-889-1010

			Watercolor Demonstration December 10, 2010 (1:30 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Steve's demos are always fun and informative. Visit website				Location: Inverness, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Citrus Watercolor Club Email: Glenda Ackley Phone: (352) 560-4220

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor December 11-12, 2010 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting. Visit website				Location: Inverness, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Citrus Watercolor Club Email: Glenda Ackley Phone: (352) 560-4220

			Watercolor Demonstration January 4, 20011 (3:00 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Steve's demos are always fun and informative. Visit website				Location: Bonita Springs, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs Email: Jank Hand Phone: (239) 495-8989

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor January 5-8, 2011 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting. Visit website				Location: Bonita Springs, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs Cost: $375 members and $425 non-members Email: Jank Hand Phone: (239) 495-8989

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor January 31 - February 4, 2011 (9:30 am - 3:30 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting. Visit website				Location: Inverness, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Venice Art Center Cost: $395 members $450 - non-mebers Email: Mary Morris Phone: (941) 485-7136

			Aqua Media/ Acrylic and Collage: Experimental and Energizing February 7-11, 2011 — Expand your creative limits, as you learn new and experimental ways of expressing yourself with water based acrylic paints and experimental techniques. Emphasis will be on acrylic layering and using paint as a transparent, translucent and opaque water medium. There will be continual demonstrations on how to achieve line, depth and texture in your work. Finishing techniques will be introduced and demonstrated. I want to inspire confidence and leave you fired up and excited to paint. My work has been featured in publications such as: Splash 8, The Society of Layerists in Multi Media, Creative Composition and Design, and most recently American Artists spring 08 issue. Visit website				Location: Fernandina Beach, FL Instructor: Lana L. Grow Sponsor: Mikolean Morgan Longacre Email: Sandra Phone: (904) 415-3900

			Painting Color and Light in Watercolor February 14-17, 2011 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm) — Steve Rogers AWS, NWS is an internationally renowned watercolor artist and workshop instructor. The recipient of many major awards including the Best of Show Medal at the National Watercolor Society International Exhibition in 2007, he is a signature member of NWS and AWS where he was this year's Chair of the Awards Jury. He has been featured in "Watercolor", "Watercolor Magic" and "International Artist." Beginners and advanced painters alike will learn about light and color and the way juicy and vibrant watercolor behaves, "dealing with dark values in watercolor", "secrets of painting reflections" and much more. Lots of student painting time along with personal help is available every day. We'll all learn a lot and have fun painting. Visit website				Location: Marathon, FL Instructor: Steve Rogers AWS, NWS Sponsor: Florida Keys Watercolor Society Email: Dailey Grainger Phone: (305) 393-3600

			Aqua Media/ Acrylic and Collage: Experimental and Energizing February 21-25, 2011 — This class that introduces you to new and experimental ways of painting with water based acrylics. Be ready to try one thing after another as we layer and use acrylic paint in various manners from transparent to translucent to opaque! Emphasis will be achieving line, depth and texture in your work using techniques of: resists, lifting staining, printing, scraping, collage, gold leaf, heavy gel medium and gesso. The focus of the workshop is abstract; however, combining abstract with realistic elements is an option. Students will be working on different hot press plate surface papers. Each day will include several demos and time for the student to work. Color mixing and basic design elements will be presented through demonstration and visual aids. Visit website				Location: Fort Myers Beach, FL Instructor: Lana L. Grow Sponsor: Fort Myers Beach Art Association Email: Karen Borden Phone: 239-463-0343

			"New Techniques and Tools for Colored Pencil" March 7, 2011 (9:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.) — Explore the possibilities that can be drawn from the point of a colored pencil and enjoy a workshop day, learning how to transform a sketch into a full-bodied painting. With choices of surfaces, novel tools, and surprising techniques, colored pencils can yield a tremendous range of effects. Shimmer and shine? Soft glow or dazzling highlights? Saturated intensity or subtle veils of color? Kristy will explore such possibilities, yielding a surprising range of effects. Experiment with materials- including some new products. (There will be generous take-home samples). Kristy Kutch, author and experienced instructor, teaches colored pencil nationwide. She is supportive and encouraging, welcoming students of all experience levels. Come and explore the ever-expanding range of the colored pencil! Visit website				Location: The Villages, FL Instructor: Kristy Kutch Sponsor: The Villages College and the V.A.A. Email: Linda Hammons Phone: 352-430-0976

			Exploring Colored Pencil Potential March 8-11, 2011 — Explore the fascinating range of colored pencil and watersoluble pencil techniques! Colored pencil is blossoming as a gorgeous, easily-handled, non-toxic art medium. Kristy Kutch, author of the book Drawing and Painting with Colored Pencil and experienced, supportive workshop instructor, will guide students (all levels welcome) in creating their own colored pencil paintings, as such works are aptly called. This workshop will offer demonstrations, personal attention, and a wealth of information on wax-based colored pencils, their watersoluble counterparts, even crayon-like watersoluble wax pastels. An array of compatible drawing/painting surfaces will also be featured. An abundance of related art materials- many of them free- will be available for student sampling. Workshop will be taught at the Orlando Museum of Art. Visit website				Location: Orlando, FL Instructor: Kristy Kutch Sponsor: Orlando Art Workshops Email: Linda Hammons Phone: (352) 430-0976

			Dip into Watersoluble Drawing! March 12-13, 2011 — Watersoluble pencils and wax pastels (watercolor crayons) offer a "bridge" between drawing's control and watercolor's fluid grace. Many watercolorists already use them for embellishing and enhancing their watercolor paintings. Such watersolubles offer an abundance of possibilities- neatly packaged within a highly-pigmented point. Whether it is color which is light, fluid, transparent- or rich, dense, and saturated, watersoluble products deliver! Create an underpainting, followed by complementary glazes, resulting in "veils" of vibrant color. Apply the pigment as a dry drawing; then dissolve it with a damp brush for smooth, fluid color. Grate or spatter pigment from the watercolor pencils for dramatic effects. Kristy will offer techniques for watersoluble products, as well as sample supplies. Come and be surprised, intrigued, and inspired! Visit website				Location: The Villages, FL Instructor: Kristy Kutch Sponsor: The Villages College Email: Linda Hammons Phone: 352-430-0976

			Painting in Oil or Acrylic Thursdays - Ongoing (11-2pm) — In this class we will study how light affects color, value and temperature. We will learn how to compose our paintings so that it draws the viewer in and how to mix paint in order to create the illusion of light and form. Individual attention will be given to students interested in pursuing special projects. Learn to draw or paint even if you have never taken an art class. As a practicing artist, learn ways to make your drawings and paintings more accurate and more exiciting. Enjoy the company of other artists and thrive on the exchange of ideas and knowledge. Visit website				Location: Palm Beach County, FL Instructor: Nancy Tilles Cost: $210 - 6 classes Email: Nancy Tilles Phone: 561-889-1010

			Painting in Oil or Acrylic Wednesdays - Ongoing (9:30-12:30pm or 1-4pm) — In this class we will study how light affects color, value and temperature. We will learn how to compose our paintings so that it draws the viewer in and how to mix paint in order to create the illusion of light and form. Individual attention will be given to students interested in pursuing special projects. Learn to draw or paint even if you have never taken an art class. As a practicing artist, learn ways to make your drawings and paintings more accurate and more exciting. Enjoy the company of other artists and thrive on the exchange of ideas and knowledge. Visit website				Location: Palm Beach County, FL Instructor: Nancy Tilles Sponsor: Easel Art Cost: $210 - 6 classes Email: Nancy Tilles Phone: 561-889-1010

			Painting in Oil or Acrylic Wednesdays - Ongoing (11-2pm) — In this class we will study how light affects color, value and temperature. We will learn how to compose our paintings so that it draws the viewer in and how to mix paint in order to create the illusion of light and form. Individual attention will be given to students interested in pursuing special projects. Learn to draw or paint even if you have never taken an art class. As a practicing artist, learn ways to make your drawings and paintings more accurate and more exciting. Enjoy the company of other artists and thrive on the exchange of ideas and knowledge. Visit website				Location: Palm Beach County, FL Instructor: Nancy Tilles Sponsor: Easel Art Cost: $210 - 6 classes Email: Nancy Tilles Phone: 561-889-1010

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