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Students will be encouraged to go the extra mile with preliminary drawings and color studies while working on their own paintings. Work at your own pace in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Each session features 3 instructor demonstrations of advanced painting techniques. This class will delve deeper into color theory, mixing, and application, as well as, composition and design strategies. Because everyone's needs are different, supplies will be discussed during the first class. New students, bring your current painting in progress (if you have one) and any materials you already have. Returning students, bring your current painting and materials.

This ALL LEVEL sculpting class will focus on shapes, textures, and colors that make up the world around us and how to interpret them through clay. We will use the basics of handbuilding (coil, pinch, and slab techniques) to explore and expand your observational creativity. Strategies and techniques for completion, enhancing your creations through carving, surface treatments and techniques will be presented. This class is not project based. Students are encouraged to choose the type of sculpture or functional work would like to create. Included in the price of your class is a 25lb bag of clay. Open studio hours will begin at 4pm on the day of your class. Students may purchase 1 additional bag of clay from The Art Center over the course of the session. For a total of 50lbs maximum per session. Tool kits must be purchased by students and are available at most Dick Blick and Michaels stores.

This class is for students at any level who would like to try handbuilding techniques. Although this is not a project based class, projects may be assigned to assist students in expanding their handbuilding skills. Great for beginners to advanced! Included in the price of your class is a 25lb bag of clay as well as 2.5 hours of open studio time per week, to be used immediately prior to your class time. Students may purchase 1 additional bag of clay from The Art Center over the course of the session. For a total of 50lbs maximum per session. Tool kits must be purchased by students and are available at most Dick Blick and Michaels stores.

Whether you are a complete beginner or a potter who wishes to advance your techniques, this class will assist students of all levels to expand their knowledge and creativity using the Potter's Wheel and the basics of ceramic pinch, coil & slab. Included in the price of your class is a 25lb bag of clay as well as 2.5 hours of open studio time per week, to be used immediately prior to your class time. Students may purchase 1 additional bag of clay from The Art Center over the course of the session. For a total of 50 lbs maximum per session. Tool kits must be purchased by students and are available at most Dick Blick and Michaels stores.

In the U.S., one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer. Most will undergo treatments that significantly affect both their physical and emotional well-being. While support groups, therapy, and meditation are available, there are few spaces focused on fun, joy, and creative play. That's where the "Let's Play to Beat Breast Cancer" project comes in. This low cost program, offered through local art centers, community centers, and volunteer artists, provides a stress-free environment where women affected by breast cancer can create art through play. Here, participants are invited to let go of pressure and perfection, and instead, reconnect with lightness, imagination, and beauty; discovering moments of relief, joy, and new beginnings within themselves. "My friend Linda was the inspiration behind the “Let’s Play to Beat Breast Cancer” project. When she was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, I invited her to come paint and play with me in the studio. It was during those sessions that I witnessed firsthand the incredible healing power of play and creativity. In just two hours, I watched her transform. She might arrive in tears, heavy with emotion, but as we played and painted together, her entire energy shifted. She began to smile, to laugh. The weight of everything she was going through seemed to lift, if only for a little while. By the end of each session, she was glowing with joy, with pride in the artwork she had created, and with a renewed sense of herself. She had found refuge, a spark of joy, a moment of peace. This is what I want to offer to other women facing breast cancer: a space to breathe, to create, a spark of joy, a moment of peace, and to feel alive." - Françoise Lama-Solet "When I was diagnosed and became really sick, I was also caring for my ill family members. I was overwhelmed. Then you looked at me and said, ‘You need to come, play, and paint with me—just come and play.’ So, I did. We painted, played, and laughed. In those moments, the weight I was carrying and my stress lifted. You told me, ‘Breathe, have fun, just do it.’ And I did. Those sessions gave me a new perspective. I discovered a creative side I didn’t know I had. I’m still painting today. It became a healing process. I found myself through it. I’m a different person now, less stressed, more at peace. And when I feel stressed, I go to my easel and paint. Not only did you help me, but you also helped bring out my husband’s creativity too.” - Linda

Immerse your child in a creative experience and spark their artistic talents! Your child will acquire drawing and painting skills while exploring mixed media and artistic techniques. A fun, educational, age appropriate art class for the young art enthusiast. After School Art - Students experiment with an array of materials and tools including watercolor and acrylic paints, and chalk pastels. Class is held in your child's school and begins after the school day dismissal. Includes all supplies. You must send a change of dismissal form with your child notifying the school that your child attends this after school class. Once you've registered your child for this class, an email will be sent containing the form. Please fill it out and submit it to your school. If you would like to make arrangements to set up a payment plan; please call The Art Center at 770-623-8448. Please pack an additional snack for your child if they are participating in after school art enrichment. No classes: Sept 1, Oct13, Nov 24

This wet-on-wet oil painting is for all beginners. There is no need for drawing. No patterns you just need a canvas then you’re ready to create your world. Every time you paint you will find success! Includes all supplies! Painting with Jae! Jae Montano, CRI®, CRFI® The class minimum is set at 4 students with a maximum of ten students. The minimum age to attend this workshop is 14. Member discount does not apply. Class minimum must be met by May 6th for workshop to run. Jae Montano is a Certified Ross Instructor® and Certified Ross Floral Instructor®. With a serious passion for painting, Jae specializes in landscape and floral oil paintings utilizing Bob Ross's painting techniques. Jae believes painting has the power to make you happy and she loves sharing that experience with others. What Jae loves the most about teaching is showing people that anyone can paint while having a fun and enjoyable experience! Her technique is all about making you feel at ease and confident with your brushstrokes. Remember, there are no mistakes, only happy accidents! Jae is heavily inspired by the Bob Ross style of art that was immensely popular in the USA through the highly successful series "The Joy of Painting", which was hosted by Mr. Ross and ran on PBS from the 80's thru the early 90's. Bob Ross was a 20-year Air Force Sergeant who became a masterful art teacher and an expert in oil painting. He is also an iconic American, known and loved by millions. He continued to teach until his early passing in 1995. Jae Montano is passing on Bob Ross's artistic heritage while adding a personal touch and cultural flair to each brushstroke and each step of her artistic journey. She strived to perfect his style. She found that painting makes you happy. When she found that there was a program thru Bob Ross Inc. to get a certification as an instructor, she perused this and received her Certifications. Jae is now the only certified Bob Ross instructor in the Northern Georgia Area. She tries to inspire many others to follow in Bob Ross’s footsteps and try something new. So, if you’re ready to have fun, join Jae and others by attending a class and tap into the creative side that you never knew you had. With just a little practice and a little instruction, you can experience the joy of painting in your life. She would love to be your instructor. October 26th painting shown in sample below.

In this playful and creative class students will use their imagination to create functional and sculptural works of art. We will explore and use the basic forms of handbuilding- pinchpot, coil, and slab. All pieces will be glazed and food safe. Includes all supplies. Please note: This session is scheduled to run for 5 weeks and is priced accordingly.

This class is designed for teens interested in ceramic arts. Students will learn techniques to create beautiful clay works through handbuilding and the potter's wheel. Includes all supplies. Please note: This session is scheduled to run for 5 weeks and is priced accordingly.

Colored Pencil Society artist Susan Calderon will walk you through the stages of a colored pencil drawing. Learn techniques for creating rich and layered pieces in this versatile medium from this sought after instructor. Supply List Set of 24 Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils (Be careful not to buy Prismacolor Scholar or Prismacolor Watercolor Pencils Pencil Sharpener White vinyl eraser HB graphite pencil 1 sheet of steel gray Canson Mi-Tientes paper (we will cut this to size)

If you are new to this medium, or are an experienced painter, you will love all the information this course provides. Always taking composition and design into consideration you will be able to hone your skills while exploring new techniques, tools and materials. Experienced and returning students will work on advanced techniques, composition and background. Watercolor Supply List (suggested, not mandatory) 1 Watercolor set Van Gogh tube or pan 1 Canson 140 lb Coldpress paper pad any size 1 Watercolor Brush Round /size 4 1 Watercolor Brush Round/size 8 1 Watercolor Brush Round size 10 1 Watercolor Brush ¾ inch Wide Flat

Discover how children live and play around the world in this multicultural mixed media program for children ages 3-5. Held at here at The Art Center your child, accompanied by a caregiver, will hear a story and make an art project during this 1 hour 30 minute workshop with Ms. Karen. FREE and open to the public. Advance registration required.