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NOTICE: PROOF OF VACCINATION WILL BE REQUIRED FOR FALL CLASSES
Fall 2022 | 9 Weeks
Sep 19 – Dec 3
Supplies
Our Fall Session is 10 weeks. No classes Nov 20 – 26. Please read the course descriptions carefully and use the portal below to register.
ALL CLASSES ARE IN-PERSON
Please check the supply list for the class. Abington Art Center does not provide supplies for adult classes. If there is no supply list, your teacher will go over supplies on the first day of class.
QUESTIONS?
Call us: 215-887-4882 ext 100Email us: studioschool@abingtonartcenter.org
AAC MEMBER DISCOUNT
Members receive 10% off of all classes & workshops. If you are are current member, please use the email associated with your membership to login using the portal below.
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If our system does not recognize you as a member or if you are unsure of your current membership status, give us a call at 215-887-4882
Registration Deadlines
Registration closes when a class fills or the day before the class begins.
CLASS POLICIES
Before signing up for an in-person class, please read our Registration and Refund Policy Page
Age Restrictions – 16+
Students who are age 16 and older are eligible to register for adult classes. Ages 15 and younger must register for a YOUTH CLASS.
Painting
Painting Workshop | Adam Jester
Thursdays 9:30am – 12:30pm –
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
This class is for painters with some experience who are looking for feedback on their techniques and approaches to oil or acrylic media. Work on an individualized basis with the teacher’s guidance so that you can develop your style at your own pace.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Expression through Watercolor | Julia Way
Tuesdays 9:30am – 12:30pm
September 20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November 1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn color theory and brushwork techniques that will help you paint beautiful, fluid images full of bright color. This is a class for students of all skill levels and abilities.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Watercolor Studio | Megan Giampietro
Tuesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November
1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Take a little time observing objects and landscapes to produce drawings and watercolor paintings that feel liquid and full of movement. Color and expression welcome!
Teacher will review supplies on the first day of class so that they can be purchased within your budget.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Oil Painting with Color | Barbara Zanelli
Tuesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November
1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn color theory and brushwork techniques that will help you paint beautiful, fluid images full of bright color. This is a class for students of all skill levels and abilities.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Acrylic Painting | Lara Cantuh
Wednesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 18, 25, November 2, 9, 16, 30
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Using acrylics is a great introduction to the art of painting because it is a quick drying medium that gives you fast results. You will create many energetic paintings that are full of lively brush strokes and bright colors.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Drawing
Let’s Draw| Don Stephens
Tuesdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November 1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Drawing skills are essential in order to excel in any other 2- & 3- Dimensional media. Through the understanding of line, shape, form, space, light, and surface movement, Lets Draw will challenge artists of all levels and reinforce fundamentals on their creative journey.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
NEW! Mixed Media Illustration | Abayomi Louard-Moore
Saturdays 1:30pm – 4:30pm
April 16, 23, 30 May 7, 14, 21, 28 June 4
In this course, students will learn mixed media techniques in ink, watercolor, marker, and more. Students will be able to apply these techniques to both traditional and digital illustrations, as well as learn how to use a sketchbook to stretch and explore creatively inside their personal practice.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Figure Drawing in Black and White | Norn Noszka
Saturdays 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1
Train your artist’s eye to accurately and expressively render the human figure. Intended for students with some artistic experience, this course will focus on drawing from a live model using charcoal and ink.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Drawing Studio, Morning | Julia Way
Wednesdays 9:30am – 12:30pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 18, 25, November 2, 9, 16, 30
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn the basics of drawing from observation. Focus on how to represent objects on paper using form, perspective and composition. Knowing the fundamentals of drawing informs the entire art-making process.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Figure Drawing in Black and White| Norn Noszka
Thursdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Train your artist’s eye to accurately and expressively render the human figure. Intended for students with some artistic experience, this course will focus on drawing from a live model using charcoal and ink.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Drawing Botanicals | Michelle Oosterban
Mondays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September
19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 8, 14, 28
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Description coming soon
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Drawing Studio, Evening |TBD
Wednesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 18, 25, November 2, 9, 16, 30
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn the basics of drawing from observation. Focus on seeing and learning how to represent objects on paper using form, perspective and composition. Knowing the fundamentals of drawing informs and enhances all forms of art from painting to sculpture.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Ceramics
NEW! We have now installed an industrial strength air purifier for the safety of people working in the ceramic studio.
Throwing & Handbuilding | Linda Johnson
Mondays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 8, 14, 28
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
For potters of all levels and abilities who want to perfect their skills in handbuilding or wheel throwing to create an array of ceramic pieces such as cups, bowls, or sculpture. Experiment with surface design in order to improve the quality of your work. By repeating the class, the more accomplished you will become at the craft.
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Throwing & Handbuilding | Linda Johnson
Tuesdays 1:00 – 4:00pm
September
20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November 1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
For potters of all levels and abilities who want to perfect their skills in handbuilding or wheel throwing to create an array of ceramic pieces such as cups, bowls, or sculpture. Experiment with surface design in order to improve the quality of your work. By repeating the class, the more accomplished you will become at the craft.
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Intro to Handbuilding and Surface Designs | Katie Schweitzer
Saturdays 1:30pm – 4:30pm
April 16, 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11
In this course students will explore the basics of handbuilding with clay in order to create functional structures and experimental sculptures. The final focus of the course will be surface design. This will give the students the chance to explore various finishing techniques for clay such as: sgraffito, underglaze painting, design transfers, and carving/cutting.
This course is for all experience levels. Beginning and veteran ceramicists alike are welcome!
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Ceramics Studio | Shannon Rose Moriarty
Thursdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
For potters of all levels and abilities who want to learn or further their wheel throwing or handbuilding skills to create an array of ceramic pieces such as vases, cups, bowls, and sculpture.
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Wheel Throwing | Teresa Thompson
Wednesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September
21, 28, October 5, 12, 18, 25, November 2, 9, 16, 30
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Study the basics of wheel throwing and learn to make a variety of both decorative and functional mugs, cups, bowls, vases, and more. Utilize surface decoration techniques to enhance your creations. This course is open to the beginner on the potter’s wheel as well as the more experienced student.
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Advanced Ceramics | Riley Strong
Thursdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Develop a personal vision and aesthetic to make art from craft. This class will provide the specific instruction from the instructor for advancing your work to a higher level. You will work independently, but the class will be encouraged to provide peer feedback and support.
Ceramic tools and clay are purchased separately.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Jewelry and Metals
All Levels Metalsmithing | Martha Kent Martin
Thursdays 9:30am – 12:30pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
Materials: Non-ferrous base metals, basic hand tools and all other necessary consumable materials are included. Students are to supply precious metals (Silver and Gold), gemstones and specialty tools as needed.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Intermediate Jewelry | Martha Kent Martin
Thursdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Refine your design and metalsmithing skills as you delve further into the metal craft medium. You will feel a sense of accomplishment as you advance your artwork to the next level. Permission from the instructor is required.
Materials: Non-ferrous base metals, basic hand tools and all other necessary consumable materials are included. Students are to supply precious metals (Silver and Gold), gemstones and specialty tools as needed.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Jewelry and Metals, Afternoon | Mat Citrenbaum
Wednesdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 18, 25, November 2, 9, 16, 30
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn the techniques that transform metal, stone or other materials into jewelry. We will teach you how to solder safely while doing metal work. There are always new skills to support creative ideas that improve your jewelry and metalwork.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Jewelry and Metals, Evening | Mat Citrenbaum
Thursdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm
September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10,17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Learn the techniques that transform metal, stone or other materials into jewelry. We will teach you how to solder safely while doing metal work. There are always new skills to support creative ideas that improve your jewelry and metalwork.
$395 Non-Member | $355.50 Member
Printmaking & Papermaking
Papermaking | Winnie Radolan
Thursdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Session 1: September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, Session 2: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Join the artists and paper enthusiasts who have gathered in the community to explore their “voice” in the art of handmade paper. This unique, ongoing studio class features independent work with instructor guidance, so everyone can explore the medium at their own level, pursuing their personal vision. The group includes artists of all levels of experience who are exploring paper-making, working in both 2D and 3D constructions. Pulp and most equipment provided.
$165 Non-Member | $148.50 Member
Materials fee $40, paid to instructor first day of class
Printmaking | Patricia Shaw Lima
Tuesdays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 20, 27, October 4,11,18, 25, November 1, 8,15, 29
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
Discover a variety of printmaking methods including monotype, collagraph, linocut and drypoint. These mediums provide an introduction to the art of printmaking for the novice and a refresher for those with experience. The class is tailored to the students’ interests. It allows for individualized instruction with ongoing demonstrations and informal critiques. The class environment is one of mutual support, camaraderie and fun! Join us in our spacious studio and experience printmaking on our state of the art Rembrandt etching press.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Silk Screen & Collagraph| Art Salazar
Mondays 1:00pm – 4:00pm
September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 8, 14, 28
No Class Week of Thanksgiving
This new course introduces students to the basics of silk screen printing. Students will create images safely using paper stencils and water-based paints.
You will be required to purchase your own screen to be used in class and for your future printing endeavors.
$325 Non-Member | $292.50 Member
Registration Portal
Returning Students
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New Students
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Please Note: The Registration Portal shows all classes available currently at AAC, including Youth classes. If you do not see a description for a class on this webpage, it is most likely a YOUTH CLASS or SUMMER CAMP.
