Adult and Older Teen Classes
Enrollment is open year-round (subject to availability of space) and students may join anytime. Please refer to our Schedule-at-a-Glance for the day(s) of the week classes are offered.
Classes are held once a week - Please call in advance for availability
Class
Description
Time
Price
Instructor
Drawing & Painting
Study line, shape, volume, texture, perspective, light, shadow, proportion, and compositional space while experimenting with layering and blending while working with pencil, charcoal, pen, and ink. Develop skills in various mediums by painting from still life, natural forms, interiors, the human figure, and abstract exploration. Learn painting techniques of blending, textural underpainting, glazing, and transparency while working with watercolor, acrylic, and oil.
6 week course, 3 hours total instruction
$260 (materials included) OR $60/ session
Beginning and Advanced Watercolor
Explore the use of watercolor technique.
Beginning through Advanced levels offered.
Not available
$260 (basic materials included) OR $60/ session
Drawing & Cartooning & Illustration (age 8+)
Develop skills in form, volume, character design, composition, and perspective.
Students will learn the basics of making their own cartoon panels.
Young adults/adults OK
2 hours total instruction
$270/6 weeks, $180/ 4 weeks (basic materials included) OR $60/session
Painting What You See - Oil Painting, All Levels
Learn how to paint what you see using oil paints in four easy steps.
All skill levels accepted, from beginner to advanced.
Young adults/adults OK
4 week course, 2 hours total instruction
$180/ 4 weeks
Additional $30 materials cost for each 4-week course
~Ceramics/ Pottery Wheel Throwing I
Ceramics as an art-making material emphasizing the use of the pottery wheel to develop forms. Class includes fundamentals of throwing, trimming, and glaze application and other techniques for decoration. Includes 3 hours of studio use during the week of instruction
6 week course, 2 hours
or
*4 week course, 2 hours
Beginners: starts April 16th-May 21st (WED) 6:30-8:30pm
Beginners: starts April 17th-May 22nd (THURS) meets 6:30-8:30pm
Beginners: starts April 12th- May 17th (SAT) meets 2pm-4pm
Experienced/Adv Beginners/Interm class begins April 12- May 17th (SAT) 10am-12 pm
Next round begins in June
$285/$200*
Beginning Pottery-includes clay used during lessons/firing/glazes. Purchase clay for studio time
Experienced/Advanced Beginners/Interm- includes firing/glazes. Purchase clay for both class and studio time
*4 weeks w/studio time $200
Pottery Wheel - All Levels l
Ceramics as an art-making material emphasizing the use of the pottery wheel to develop forms. Class includes fundamentals of throwing, trimming, and glaze application and other techniques for decoration.
6 week course, 2 hours total instruction, 3 hours studio use during the week of instruction
Ongoing classes offered until the end of the year. Sunday afternoons, Monday evenings; Morning, afternoon, and evenings on Tuesdays. And Thursday mornings. Please see schedule at a glance. for times (Instructors-David and Yukari)
$285
Pottery Wheel - All Levels ll
Ceramics as an art-making material emphasizing the use of the pottery wheel to develop forms. Class includes basic fundamentals of throwing, trimming, and basic decorating techniques.
4 week course, 1.5 hours total instruction, no open lab
$180
Pottery Wheel - Experienced Beginners/Interm
For the student who has taken several clay classes and feels comfortable making basic forms. Students should have knowledge of some clay terminology. Expect troubleshooting sessions and a variety of teacher lead demos. Be comfortable working independently on personal or class projects/goals.
4 or 6 week course, 2 hours total instruction with open lab
Jan 4th - Feb 8th (SAT) 10am-12 pm
Please refer to our schedule at a glance for days and times
$200-$285
Purchase clay for both class and studio time
One-on-One Ceramics
One day Pottery Experience/Private lessons/review for ceramic wheel or hand-building.
Single session, 2 hours total instruction - 1 -3 ITEMS, GLAZED AND READY TO TAKE HOME 3-4 WEEKS
contact us to schedule an appointment
$80
Clay Sculpture
Learn to create from employing compositional elements in 3D space. Experiment with a variety of materials and tools. Gain experience with mixing materials and sculpting pieces.
4 week course, 2 hours total instruction
$285 (materials included) OR $80/ session
Figures and Portrait Sculpture
Understand the proportion and anatomy of the human form. Develop the skills to render forms using clay.
6 week course, 3 hours total instruction
Sundays, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
$285 OR $80/ session
Paint with Ease Oil Painting
New to oil? Explore color mixing, brush techniques, mediums, composition, dimensions, and more.
Experienced in oil? Explore corrections, varnishes, and more. All levels accepted. Requirement: commitment, time and long-term pacing
Materials are not included in the cost (for ex: brushes, canvas, silicoil) Please inquire for details
Not available
N/A
Drawing & Illustration(TBD)
Further develop skills in form, volume, character design, composition, and perspective.
Not available
N/A
STAFF
Jewelry Making and Design
Create unique jewelry with your own personal designs. Learn to make handcrafted jewelry, design composition, stringing, and/or wire wrapping. Applying text onto metal components as well as hammered techniques will be taught.
Not available
N/A
The Beauty of the Figure
Learn and understand the basics of figure drawing and work from realism into abstraction.
Not available
N/A
Mixed Media Collage
Experiment with a variety of acrylic paints, glues, papers, fabric, tools, and techniques to create interesting abstract or representational pieces. Individual attention is given in a fun environment.
Not available
N/A
Staff
Basic Photo Camera Operation and Composition
Learn how to effectively use your camera and expose your image through the aperture, shutter speed, and iso. Strengthen understanding of compositional elements, thematic expression, lighting environments, and the creative process.
Not available
N/A
TBD
Potluck Beading
Make original jewelry from beads and findings. Bring your own materials, old pieces of jewelry you don't wear anymore, and learn to design and put them together.
Not available
N/A
Printmaking Process
Explore the basic principles and concepts of the printmaking process: monoprint, relief, and screen printing. Learn the use of stencils, other found objects in monoprints, wood, and linoleum for relief printing, screen printing on paper and t-shirts, and other materials.
Not available
N/A
Staff
Intro to Fused Glass Jewelry Dichroic Glass
Explore safety issues, basic cutting, compatibility, design elements, and finishing. Learn sound methods/techniques for creative expression and exploration. 3 student minimum required for class.
Not available
N/A
Staff
Welding for Sculpture
Introduction to welding technique for sculpting objects.
Not available
N/A
Staff
Summer Studios Arts Academy School Policy
Class schedule at Summer Studios Arts Academy subject to change due to enrollment. Special Programs require review. Make-up sessions are at SSAA's discretion. See student application for cancellation policy. Pricing subject to change at any time. Summer Studios Arts Academy enrolls students of any race, color, nationality, religion, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded to/ made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of color, religion, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and programs.
Guidelines for Pottery Classes and Wheel Use:
-Working on the wheel requires intensive use of fingers and hands. Please keep nails as short as possible for your ease.
-Clay tends to get everywhere, including shoes. Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. You are welcome to use studio aprons.
-We have a closed toe shoe policy for safety reasons- no slippers or sandals please.
-Please remove any precious jewelry on your hands and keep in a safe location for the duration of class.
-We Have Animals! Please be aware that there will be a cat and dog free roaming in the studio. We also have a bird, fish, and some chickens!
-If your schedule has changed and you are not able to participate in the class, please let us know as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, please contact us at summerstudiosartsacademy@gmail.com