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Watercolor Mountain Landscape and Techniques

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Discover new watercolor techniques and try something new! In this class, we will examine the art style of contemporary artist Jen Aranyi, practice drawing a simple, abstract mountain range, then outline it with black Sharpies, and finish the sky with watercolors to create a galaxy-like effect. We will discuss diverse ways to finish the foreground […]

Beyond Relief: Dry Point and Paper Litho

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Have you done some printmaking and want to do more? In this class you will learn to expand your printmaking vocabulary to include paper lithography and dry point. Learn how to use these techniques in addition to relief and mono prints. Level I – This class is for those with some familiarity with the medium. […]

Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

This re-introduction to wheel throwing will focus on the basic methods of centering clay while throwing bowls and cylinders such as mugs and vases. Use a variety of finishing and glazing techniques to produce finished works of art. Level I – This class is for those with some familiarity with the medium. This could include […]

The Story of Me. Told by Me!

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

We are the protagonists of our own stories. We see and interact with the world from our own point of view. By using cameras to show others how we interact with what we see, we can tell stories that allow us to foster a greater human connection with ourselves and the other people in our […]

Thrown and Altered Ceramics

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Throwing on the potter’s wheel and handbuilding combined into one fun class to make unique work! Use the pottery wheel to make while learning new techniques to alter your work with molds, sprigs, texturing, and hand forming, along with other methods. Level 0 – This class is for the true beginner with no prior experience […]

Expand Your Black & White Darkroom Printing Skills

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Spend four hours learning to refine your black & white darkroom printing skills with private instruction in contrast filters, split-filter printing, and/or cropping/positioning for artful presentations depending on the student’s skill level and goals. This darkroom experience will help you bring your printing skills to the next level, and you will be encouraged to produce […]

Colored Pencil Sampler

Bemis School of Art 818 Pelham Pl, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

In this fast-paced sampler workshop, you will be guided into a new way of looking at how to apply color to your artwork. Explore colored pencil techniques that may be used to create a sense of depth in your art to bring it to life! Supplies will be provided. Ages 9-12