Learning Impressionism: Acrylic Painting Class w/ Alan Rauch
Saturdays September 14 – October 19 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Next session begins October 26!
Have you always wanted to learn to paint? Already have some skills, but you want to fine tune them?
Join painter extraordinaire, Alan Rauch, for a six-week painting class on the basics of acrylic painting. Classes will take place on Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 12: 00.
$100 or $90 for BW Members All ages and skill levels are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Supplies are not included. You should arrive to class with the following: Acrylics, 4 oz tubes, red, yellow, blue, green, black and white, 16×20 canvases, bristle brushes, assorted sizes, pack of white paper plates, water container
Saturdays Nov 30, Dec 7, 14, & 21 from 1-3 PM
Join us for a series of 4 fun-filled workshops where you’ll learn the art of papier-mâché with renowned artist Natalka Barvinok!
Over the course of four sessions, you’ll design, build, and decorate your own personalized snowman. Perfect for anyone wanting to dive deep into creativity and craftsmanship this winter!
What You’ll Get:
• Step-by-step guidance in papier-mâché techniques from Natalka Barvinok
• All materials provided
• A creative and festive atmosphere for all ages and skill levels
• By the end of the series, take home your unique, handcrafted snowman!
Workshop Series Details:
• 4 Sessions Total
• Each session is 2 hours long
• Dates: November 30, December 7, 14, & 21
• Time: 1-3 PM
• Location: AmeriServ Learning Center at the Bottle Works
• Price for the Full Series: $160 or $150 for BW Members
(includes all materials)
A paying adult must accompany minors.
Autumn Leaf Colored Pencil Workshop w/ Natalka
Wednesday December 4 from 6-8:30 PM
Join Ukranian artist Natalka Barvinok on an exploration of autumnal leaves through the medium of colored pencil.
Class will focus on techniques like shading, layering, and creating vibrant compositions.
All materials will be provided
Ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
$30 or $25 for BW Members.
Santa Claus Colored Pencil Workshop w/Natalka
Wednesday December 11 from 6-8:30 PM
Just in time to create your own Christmas cards! Natalka will walk you through the process of creating Santa himself through the medium of colored pencil!
Class will focus on techniques like shading, layering, and creating vibrant compositions.
All materials will be provided.
Ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
$30 or $25 for BW Members.
Rowan Branch Colored Pencil Workshop w/Natalka
Wednesday December 18 from 6-8:30 PM
Join Ukranian artists Natalka Barvinok as she walks you through the creative process behind creating a rowan branch with the medium of colored pencils.
Class will focus on techniques like shading, layering, and creating vibrant compositions.
All materials will be provided.
Ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
$30 or $25 for BW Members.
Life Figure Drawing Workshop with Kyle
January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24, September 28, October 26, November 23, & December 28, 2024
Live Model Figure Drawing Workshop with Kyle
Draw from life in our Life Figure Drawing Workshop with artist Kyle Reidmiller!
The 4th Saturday of each month from 1-3:30 PM
Kyle will teach you the process of drawing the human figure. Students will learn the basics of working on a figurative drawing from life, a draped/partially clothed, or nude model. Gesture drawing, simplified shapes and forms, and contour drawing will be discussed; all methods to measure and proportion to achieve outstanding observational drawings. This workshop is intended to teach the basics, but all levels of experience are welcome. Those with experience can use the workshop as live model time.
Cost: $15 per session or $10 per session for BW Members.
You must be 18 years old to register or be registered and accompanied by a parent/guardian.
About the instructor/moderator:
Kyle Reidmiller is a figurative painter based in Western PA. He received his BFA in Studio Arts-Drawing from IUP in 2016 and his MFA Painting from Edinboro in 2019. As an emerging artist, his practice revolves around drawing and painting people; he has led classes and workshops on portraiture and figure drawing for the last four years.
Supplies:
Your supplies are up to you! A sketch pad and pencil are recommended for starters, but you can feel free to work in your preferred medium. (Charcoal, pastel, graphite, paint…etc.)
If you are interested in being an art model please email us at education@bottleworks.org
Please note that the Bottle Works engages in photography and recording of programs and events for its own print and online publication/promotional purposes. Staff and volunteers will make every effort to notify members of the public when filming and/or photography is taking place. Please notify a staff member/volunteer if you do not want to be photographed or filmed.