Young people who are inspired by comic books, stories or imagination can find creative fulfillment as an illustrator or cartoonist. Students will learn techniques to develop their own cartoon characters and how to place them into suitable environments to create visual stories.
This class introduces young artists to still life, landscapes, portraits, self portraits and more. Students will gain experience with color mixing, paint application, color theory, design, composition and knowledge of materials.
Learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing from centering to trimming. This class will cover the basics of wheel thrown forms including cups, bowls, plates, vases and pitchers.
This class is for advanced students who wish to further their drawing and painting skills while developing a cohesive themed body of work. Through individual mentorship from the instructor and group critiques, students will explore their personal direction in art making. All drawing and painting media are welcome.
Abstract art began in 1911 with the belief that colors can evoke emotions. This class will introduce students to the process of abstract art making through color, shape, paint application, scale and size. Students will learn to see the world in a new way.
This class is for students who have beginning painting skills in either oil or acrylic. Students will explore the process of painting water based landscapes. Topics will include process issues such as using photographic references along with field work and painting locations that are not easily accessible.
In this class students will develop an individual style while learning to create large vessels, platers, lidded objects and altered forms. Beginner wheel throwing experience required.
One of the benefits of taking an adult class at PCCA is our open studio program. Members and currently enrolled students receive unlimited open studio time in their class medium for the duration of their class.
In this class, students will learn to draw or paint the nude figure using a variety of media including charcoal, graphite, ink, watercolor, acrylic, oil and more. Emphasis will be on observation and developing technical skills. The choice of drawing or painting is yours. Students under 18 must have parental permission to enroll in this […]
Do you love pattern and texture? This class may be for you! Students will explore decorative finishing techniques such as glazes, slips, stains and carving.