CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
WITH JENNIE TRAILL SCHAEFFER
ABOUT: Embark on a transformative journey exploring the art of watercolor sketching in nature, where sketches serve as the foundation for building an expressive oil painting. Led by experienced artist Jennie Traill Schaeffer, you’ll use watercolor to capture landscapes, understand local color, and incorporate inanimate objects of importance. With guidance, transform your sketches into a narrative-driven oil painting, combining on-site impressions with photo references. Join us for this unique fusion of spontaneity and depth, creating a captivating artistic journey, with a teaching artist known for her nurturing approach that also builds technical understanding. We will use alternative methods of cleaning brushes and direct painting techniques which avoids the use of solvents.
Workshops run from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day Lunch is included for all participants |
Friday Night Makes: Landscape Painting Inside
(Ages 16 + up) DATE: Friday, June 14th, 7 - 9pm FEE: $35 Get an intro to the world of plein air painting in watercolor. I will guide you through what you need to get outdoors and paint. I’ll talk about supplies she uses outside and paint from reference photos using some strategies to get you comfortable to transition outdoors. Students should have some basic experience with watercolors. Class kit of supplies to borrow included. Students are welcome to bring their preferred watercolor materials, as well. Check online catalog for additional supply details and to register. |
Beginners & Beyond Watercolor
(Ages 16 + up) DATE: Tuesdays, July 9 – August 13 (6 weeks) 6:30 PM – 9 PM FEE: $157.50 Ideal for beginners, or experienced students who might want a refresher of the basics, with a new instructor. Students will learn how to use their materials and tools in a more sophisticated way while improving their understanding of color theory. The class begins with the technical foundation of watercolor painting and its tools through experimentation, eventually adding in works from observation. Students will be encouraged to work at their own pace, while the class will move through new concepts. Please check the DAC online catalog for supply list and to register. |
Friday Night Makes: Meditational Color Theory
(Ages 16 + up) DATE: Friday, July 12th, 7 PM – 9 PM FEE: $35 Embark on a captivating journey to learn color theory through guided meditational watercolors! In this experimental class, I'll guide you through prompts, exploring various color relationships to create a unique fusion of mindfulness and creative expression. Tailored for all skill levels, this immersive experience offers a refreshing perspective on painting while deepening your understanding of the harmonious interplay between color and mindfulness practice. Join me for a night of unlocking the world of color without the pressure, and discover the joy of artistic exploration in a relaxed and supportive environment. Class kit of supplies to borrow included. Students are welcome to bring their preferred watercolor materials, as well. Check online catalog for additional supply details and to register. |
FEES:Zoom Class Only: $90* (includes 4 hours of demonstrations, explanations, and Q & As). *Sliding Scale is available.
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ABOUT: Join Jennie for a two-day series of watercolor classes aimed at getting you familiar with the basics of your materials and techniques so you are confident to dive into more complex painting, or brush up. The two-hour sessions will be dominated by demonstrations with space for discussions and Q & As, followed by an optional studio hour to practice and get one-on-one help as you work. In addition to the time during the Zoom, you can purchase access to rewatch the Zooms for a full month, beyond the 48 hours included in the price.
LOCATION: Zoom from your studio or workplace DATES: Sundays, March 10 & 17th 1 -3pm, with optional studio time from 3 - 4pm (EST) STUDENTS LEANRED AND PAINTED! Subscribe for future class opportunities. |