Class Content: It’s almost Spring Time!

The flowers are blooming!
Let’s DRAW them – with pencil!
Let’s COLOR them – with paint!

Have you ever just wanted to sit in front of a flower and draw it? Moreover, have you ever wanted to bring it to life and paint the flower sitting in front of you? If so, this is the class for you.

We will be learning how to do just that. During our time together we will learn the techniques behind how to draw flowers from sight.

A painting always needs a good skilled underdrawing of our subject if we are concentrating on achieving a likeness of our subject. We will first develop a solid understanding and practice learning to draw flowers with pencil. Considering their shape, movement, proportion, details and values.

Then we will take these drawings and bring them to life with color. With technical and technique instructions we will bring them from graphite to colored drawings in “no time.” You may choose to follow along with watercolor, acrylics, watercolor pencils, or color pencils. I will take you along the same journey to create botanical drawings in any of these mediums.

Our focus will be on these two paintings to grasp the concept of botanical drawings. After the class you should be ready to jump into spring, painting all the flowers around you. How much fun will your spring be?

Supply List:

DRAWING:

• Several sharpened graphite pencils: different values if you have them (H, HB, B’s) — if not, then HB #2 will be fine
• White eraser or good clean erasers
• Drawing paper: at least 3 sheets, 8″ x 10″ — sketch books are fine

COLORING:

• Medium you want to color with: watercolor paint, acrylic, watercolor pencils, or colored pencils
• Brushes
• Small container for water
• Towel or few sheets of paper towel
• Smooth watercolor paper (Hot Press) (at least 3 sheets – 8″ x 10″)

(let me know if you need anything, I may be able to run by the art store before class and grab anything you need)

Biography: Glenda Bowles is a native Tennessean living in Knoxville with over 30 years of experience in the Arts. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Tennessee Knoxville and a Certificate in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary. Glenda has taught a diverse range of students, from preschoolers to adults, for over 25 years, including affluent and impoverished students. Core art skills, art history, art theory, and the study of different mediums are a few of what she concentrates on while teaching in order for students to grow in their personal artistic development. Watercolor, oils, gouache, pen and ink, colored pencil, graphite, portraits, plein air, and color theory are a few mediums and subjects she teaches. She has taught in traditional classroom settings in the United States and overseas, as well as in art therapy.

When it comes to her own art, Glenda enjoys working with a variety of mediums. Her primary mediums she works with are watercolor, oils, and graphite. Her fine art and murals can be found in numerous locations in the US and around the world, including Greece, Belize, and Jordan. She has also exhibited her artwork at several locations in Knoxville, Morristown, the Brentwood Academy show in Nashville, and the Memphis College of Art.

Glenda is married to Ryan, they have three children, two in college and one out of college. Outside of art she enjoys traveling, kayaking and biking.

Instructor Website: Web and Instagram

Class Content: This 7-week class, meeting on Tuesday afternoons, will cover basic information: color theory, paint mixing, brush control, methods of application/technique; production of small sample paintings to illustrate lessons. Demonstrations and individualized instructions will be given in a small class setting in my home.

Supply List: Supply listing will be available to those who inquire about the class. Participants need to register directly with Lee Edge at 865-660-9034.

Biography: Lee has been teaching art classes through Tellico Art Guild for many years, prior to which she taught in public schools in several states for 30 years. She holds degrees from Moore College of Art/Design (4-year scholarship), and Tyler School of Fine Arts, Temple University, both in Philadelphia, PA. Lee is the recipient of numerous awards for painting and printmaking. Locally, her awards have resulted from exhibits with Fountain City Art Center, The Oak Ridge Open Exhibit, TN Art Assn (past member), and TN Watercolor Society, as well as regionally in the Southern Watercolor Society. She holds Signature membership in the last two societies and exhibits art with the Knoxville Watercolor Society. Lee has been inspired by workshops with many well-known artists including Paul Jackson, Brenda Swenson, Soon Y Warren, Ted Nuttal, Lian Quan Zhen, Cheng Khee Chee, Kathleen Conover, Mary Whyte, Charles Reid, and others.

Workshop Content: It’s springtime – the season for flowers! Discover the magic of gel plate printing, learn to paint with paper, and let your creativity flow into abstract florals. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking for inspiration, this mixed media collage course is for you! In this hands-on workshop, Kathy will show you how to master collage tools, techniques, and styles. Dive into color, patterns, texture, and composition in a relaxed and fun environment. You’ll leave with 2-3 unique artworks and fresh ideas to continue your creative journey! Learn how to:

• Choose a color palette. Mix and apply colors using a limited palette, with an emphasis on values, contrast, and color harmony
• Prepare your canvas and plan a composition
• Use a variety of tools and papers to create vibrant prints, layered backgrounds, and interesting textures
• Create vibrant prints with a Gelli Plate
• Use stencils, stamps, and carving tools
• Experiment with various papers for effect (magazine, tissue, deli wraps, teabag paper, newsprint, etc.)
• Create pre-collage skins, stains, and cut-outs for color, shape, and texture
• Compose and assemble a balanced collage using your prepared papers, focusing on contrast, composition, and layering
• Build 2-3 collages trying various techniques from start to finish
• Bring it all together with finishing touches

Day one: Develop a purpose-driven palette of artful papers from magazines, deli paper, tissue, and acrylic paint for use in developing your own collage. Learn to use a Gelli Pad, carving tools, masks, and cut-outs to support your composition. Practice collage techniques as you build your substrate from the bottom up.

Day two: Learn to edit with paint and paper to refine and personalize your composition. We’ll complete 2-3 pieces so that you can practice various techniques working with collage.

Day three will be reserved for completing your work. Kathy will share tips on finishing, sealing, and displaying your masterpiece.

Supply List: Supplies (please see this list for details and links)

• I have a few Gelli Plates and brayers available for sharing
• PROVIDED: Consumable art supplies (e.g. substrates, paint, papers, medium, wetting trays, various tools to share)
• YOU BRING: Your basic tools (e.g. Gelli Pad & brayer, craft brushes, scissors, paper towels, water bucket) and stuff you already own that you might want to use (e.g. Posca pens, stamps, stencils, papers)

Biography: I love to create with paper — cut, torn, sliced, ripped, painted, and reassembled. I am particularly drawn to the look, color, texture and malleable nature of torn magazines and painted papers. Patterns and colors can be layered to create mystery, texture, and depth. Discovering the hidden images embedded in collage creates a mystery that I simply can’t resist! I have been collaging for 15 years and never grow tired of it. Come explore with me!

Class Content: You will create a piece of 2D felted art with the wet felting process, approximately 10 inches square. If you have no experience with wool felting, have no fear, we will go through every step together. Students will learn how to handle wool roving, how wool fibers and plant fibers behave when agitated, how to use prefelted pieces to create sharp designs, how to lay out wool fibers to achieve 2D art, and how to manipulate wool with water and soap to felt it all together! If you have prior experience, but want to play with a new technique like using plant fibers, then you will find lots of fibers to play with in our class. I will supply all the wool fibers, plant fibers, prefelted fabrics, and other embellishments you will need.

Supply List:

• 6 dish towels or hand towels
• 1 old bath towel (on smaller side)
• 1 small bowl 1 Quart side
• Scissors

Biography: I have been teaching felting classes for two years, focusing on wet felting 2D art, creating small structures, and introducing the combination of plant fibers and wool fibers. I have felted many bags, garments, and sculptures in the last 10 years, and I am slightly obsessed with experimenting with all kinds of fabrics and all kinds of wool.

Instructor Website: https://woolfelteddesigns.etsy.com

Class Content: You will LOVE playing in 3D with plaster and it makes a great, unique gift! You will create 3 pieces similar to the viewed pieces. You can use them as guidelines and I can help you make changes or you can do more than one of whichever subject you prefer.

Rather than using just molds like we did for our first class, you will learn how to mold and shape the plaster into anything you desire. The sample looks complex, but I will show you how to use tools to make it simple. Every piece is different!

You will create 3 pieces in this class: 2 11×14 tree panels and a small flower pot panel. I will have some stencils if you prefer to use them instead of doing the flower pot.

This class will teach you the techniques so that if you want to do a larger version of this on your bedroom wall, you will be able to do it!!

I will Demonstrate each step and explain it as I go and then break so you can work on that step. I walk around and assist each student as needed. We will break for lunch around noon but will stay in the class for lunch so we can chat and answer questions.

I will have your panels prepared although you will do the third smaller one yourself so you learn the technique.

You Will Learn:

• How to prepare a surface for receiving the plaster
• Learn how to mix the plaster to the right consistency
• How to add Hanging Wire to your panel
• How to Lay down a layer of plaster on your panel and use tools to texture or smooth it
• Learn to use stencils to make unique 3D enhanced pieces of art
• How to use cake decorating tips to add elements to your panel
• How to color or glaze your finished piece

PLEASE PACK A LUNCH… Our lunch break will be short so we can finish our work each day.

Supply List: ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED! Just bring yourself, your lunch and an apron or clothes that can get messy.

Biography: Tennessee artist Carol Robin King was born and raised in Argentina where she discovered her love for drawing at the tender age of 3. At 13, Carol advanced from drawing to painting with oils and acrylics. While in Argentina, she attended 3 years of professional Art School. She loves continuing to learn and perfect her techniques through workshops and online classes. Art has always been a part of Carol’s life. She made extra money selling paintings as a child and painting portraits in college. Throughout the last 30 years, she has had the privilege of teaching art classes for children and teens as well as adults. Carol also captures attention with her 3D wall sculptures. Working with cast stone and gypsum, these dimensional bas relief works not only catch the eye but awaken the senses as the shapes emerge – revealed by reflected light.

“Quiet times, pleasant memories and peaceful places are what I strive to capture in my art to bring the viewer a moment of peace in a hectic day or a pleasant memory to lift their spirit.” Current projects are recording online video Watercolor lessons, teaching acrylic classes and working at the shared Studio 106 located inside the Emporium in the downtown Knoxville art district. Her work can also be found at Pivot Point Gallery in Knoxville and she just opened a gallery with a couple other artists in Gatlinburg Tennessee in the Morning Mist Village on Glades Road. We hope you can stop by and visit at one of these locations!

Instructor Website: www.carolrobinking.com