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WILLIAMSBURG CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER
ADULT ART CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

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adult CLASSES – Spring 2025

monday  |  tuesday  |  wednesday  |  thursday  |  friday

Mondays
 

Continuing Drawing - 02-25

   ASP-557-02-25   /  Monday, February 17, 24, March 3, & 10

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 10:00 - 12:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $165
                Non-Members: $180
Instructor: Radhika Bhoite

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

This is a continuing class for artists who want to refine their drawing skills. If you have some experience with drawing or have taken an introductory drawing class, this class is for you!

Students will work on their own projects and receive feedback throughout the class. Advanced drawing concepts and techniques will be explained as and when required on an individual basis. All students are welcome to listen in at all times!

Artists can choose to work in any or all of the following drawing mediums: Graphite Pencils, Charcoal, Ink, Pen & Ink, Conte Crayons.

Students should be familiar with the materials and mediums of their choice. Artists working in Pastels and Colored Pencils are also welcome!

A supply list will be provided once you register.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline, and How to Register: Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 10, 2025 at 757-229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

 


Continuing Oil Painting - 02-25

   ASP-558-02-25   /  Monday, February 17, 24, March 3, & 10

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 1:00 - 4:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $175
                Non-Members: $190
Instructor: Radhika Bhoite

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

This is an ongoing class for oil painters, who have been painting for a while or have had an introductory oil painting class.

Students will work on their own projects and get individual critiques and guidance to help them take their paintings a step further!

Oil painting techniques will be refreshed along with demos, as and when needed, throughout the class. Artists will also get help with materials, and best practices will be discussed. Students are required to understand the basics of color theory.

A supply list will be provided once you register.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline, and How to Register: Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 10 at 757-229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

 


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Tuesdays
 

Continuing Watercolor - 03-25

   ASP-549-03-25   /  Tuesday, March 11, 18, & 25

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 9:00 - 11:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $105
                Non-Members: $120
Instructor: Elizabeth Greaf

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

This is a small class for people who have had some experience with watercolor, preferably at least an introductory class that taught them about watercolor materials and the basics of painting in watercolor.  In this class you will be doing paintings from your own photographs.  The instructor will work with the students as a group and individually during the class to help them further develop their skills.  She will help you plan your approach to your painting, give guidance on the drawing that you are starting with, and then advise, demonstrate, etc. on aspects of the painting wherever you may need her help.  When needed, she’ll use a class session for a concentrated lesson on some aspect of drawing/painting.  When she is working with one student, all are welcome to listen and ask questions as these questions offer a learning opportunity to all.  

Get your materials list when you enroll.  If you have questions about items on the materials list, contact the instructor for information at 516 383-1137 or artbyeliz@gmail.com.

This class is one in which people who are working to continually improve their painting skills often enroll continuously.  People find not only the help of the instructor valuable but to continually take class with the same group of people creates an excellent support group for your painting endeavors.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by March 7 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment. 

 


Painting with the Instructor - 03-25

   ASP-550-03-25   /  Tuesday, March 11, 18, & 25

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 12:30 - 2:30

              Course Fee:
                Members: $105
                Non-Members: $120
Instructor: Elizabeth Greaf

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

Now that you’ve had a series of introductory classes, learn how to use those basics of watercolor in a painting.  The instructor will e-mail a copy of a photograph to students prior to class.  That scene will be the subject for this 3 session class.  She will take you step by step, from start to finish of the painting, based on the photo, to teach you to utilize the basics of watercolor in a painting.  Each step will be demonstrated, accompanied with careful instruction, then you will try it.  Be sure to print out a copy of the photo for your reference during class.  Get materials list when you enroll.  Contact instructor if you need more information: 516 383-1137 or artbyeliz@gmail.com.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by March 7 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

 

 


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Wednesdays
 

Beginning Acrylic Painting - 03-25

   ASP-554-03-25   /  Wednesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, & 9

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 1:00 - 3:30

              Course Fee:
                Members: $185
                Non-Members: $200
Instructor: Carol Gruppe

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

This beginner course offers the basics of working with acrylic paints and the techniques needed to create finished artwork. Different acrylic mediums and styles will be introduced and students will have the opportunity to paint various subjects which will incorporate the techniques learned.

We will paint on gessoed watercolor paper, acrylic paper and canvas surfaces.

We will also work in sketchbooks for note-taking, practicing techniques, and journaling.

After this course, students should feel comfortable with some basic techniques of acrylic painting to be able to work on their own and transition into more advanced lessons and techniques.

A $39 materials fee will be collected by the instructor in the first session.  Includes all supplies except what to bring listed below.

Students need to bring the following items to class: mixed media sketchbook (8x10 or larger) for notes and examples (preferably hardback); water container; roll of paper towels; and painting clothes or an apron.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 26 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

 


Fun with Faces & Figures - 03-25

   ASP-555-03-25   /  Wednesday, March 5, 12, & 19

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 9:30 - 12:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $95
                Non-Members: $110
Instructor: Carol Gruppe

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

We will use various image transfer techniques to get your drawing or photo onto the canvas or paper surface. Then it's fun, fun, fun!!!

With collage, paint, markers, stencils, in a mix of your choice, we'll create beautiful works starring the people we choose. This is a great way to build confidence when including people in your work while having fun working in different mediums. 

You'll use your own images to create at least one portrait and one painting with one or more figures.  You'll also learn various methods of transferring your image on to the painting surface.  You can create a third piece as time allows.

Students need to bring the following items to class: mixed media sketchbook (8x10 or larger) for notes and examples (preferably hardback); water container; roll of paper towels; and painting clothes or an apron.

An addtional supply list will be provided once you register, and an $8 fee will be collected by the instructor in the first session to cover the cost of the transfer materials.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 26 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.


Figure Painting from Photos - 03-25

   ASP-556-03-25   /  Wednesday, March 26, April 2, & 9

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 9:30 - 12:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $95
                Non-Members: $110
Instructor: Carol Gruppe

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

We'll work from photos to better understand human proportions, movement, and form. Each session will begin with quick studies to begin building some "muscle memory" and comfort with figure painting. 

The studies can be turned into finished pieces while we work on one main piece over the three (3) sessions.

Students need to bring the following items to class: mixed media sketchbook (8x10 or larger) for notes and examples (preferably hardback); water container; roll of paper towels; and painting clothes or an apron.

An addtional supply list will be provided before the start of the class.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by March 19 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

 

 


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Thursdays
 

Korean Traditional Folk Painting (Minhwa) Introduction Class 02-25

   ASP-552-02-25   /  Thursday, February 6, 13, 20, & 27

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 9:30 - 11:30

              Course Fee:
                Members: $120
                Non-Members: $140
Instructor: MoonJoo Lee

Minhwa is a form of traditional Korean painting that was popular during the 17th and 18th centuries. Each painting carries a symbolic meaning, bringing blessings.

Let's explore and paint Minhwa, from peonies symbolizing wealth and lotus flowers representing integrity, to turtles signifying longevity and perseverence, and carp embodying success and honor.

Students need to bring the following items to class: two medium sized white, flat non-paper plate for palette, a tiny bowl for Sumi-e ink, and  a 20 x 20 cloth mat/sheet to use under rice paper.

A supply fee of $50 for coated mulberry papers, Oriental paint brushes, Chinese watercolors, Sume-e ink, and a stretched canvas will be collected at the beginning of class.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by January 30 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.


Korean Traditional Folk Painting Class (Minhwa) - 03-25

   ASP-560-03-25   /  Thursday, March 6, 13, 20, & 27

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 9:30 - 11:30

              Course Fee:
                Members: $120
                Non-Members: $140
Instructor: MoonJoo Lee

Minhwa is a form of traditional Korean painting that was popular during the 17th and 18th centuries. Each painting carries a symbolic meaning, bringing blessings.

Let's explore and paint Minhwa, from peonies symbolizing wealth and lotus flowers representing integrity, to turtles signifying longevity and perseverence, and carp embodying success and honor.
Students need to bring the following items to class: two medium sized white, flat non-paper plate for palette, a tiny bowl for Sumi-e ink, and  a 20 x 20 cloth mat/sheet to use under rice paper.
A supply fee of $50 for coated mulberry papers, Oriental paint brushes, Chinese watercolors, Sume-e ink, and a stretched canvas will be collected at the beginning of class.
Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by January 30 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.

Minhwa is a form of traditional Korean painting that was popular during the 17th and 18th centuries. Each painting carries a symbolic meaning, bringing blessings.

Let's explore and paint Minhwa, from peonies symbolizing wealth and lotus flowers representing integrity, to turtles signifying longevity and perseverence, and carp embodying success and honor.

Students need to bring the following items to class: two medium sized white, flat non-paper plate for palette, a tiny bowl for Sumi-e ink, and  a 20 x 20 cloth mat/sheet to use under rice paper.

For beginners, a supply fee of $50 for coated mulberry papers, Oriental paint brushes, Chinese watercolors, Sume-e ink, and a stretched canvas will be collected at the beginning of class.

For returning students a supply fee of $5 per project for coated mulberry paper and stretched canvas will be collected at the beginning of the class.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 27 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.


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Fridays
 

Abstract Collage Workshop - 02-25

   ASP-559-02-25   /  Friday, February 21 & 22

          Location: WCAC - 110 Westover Avenue
          Times: 11:00 - 3:00

              Course Fee:
                Members: $165
                Non-Members: $180
Instructor: Radhika Bhoite

Registration is limited to six (6) students.

Discover the art of abstract expression through paper collage! In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore layering, composition, and color to create unique, dynamic artworks using a variety of textured and colored papers.

Learn cutting, tearing, and arrangement techniques to bring your creative vision to life. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop encourages artistic freedom and experimentation! Join us for a relaxing and inspiring creative experience.

A materials list will be provided upon registration.

Questions, Enrollment Deadline & How to Enroll:  Contact Michael Jones, Art Center Manager, by February 14 at (757) 229-4949 or visitwcac@gmail.com to register and make payment.



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For additional information, call: 757–229–4949
or visit the gallery at 110 Westover Avenue, Williamsburg.


Unless otherwise noted, Classes & Workshops will be held
in the Art Education Center at the back of the Blue Building,
110 Westover Avenue, Williamsburg.
Our parking lot entrance is one way only from Lafayette Street.
Advance Registration Required.

Call the Gallery to register today!
757–229-4949