Abstract Painting – Yes You Can!
Date: Saturdays, October 11 - November 1 (SKIP OCT. 25) from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: T. Frick
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Many people often say, "I didn’t get the creative gene" or "I’m not an artist—I can’t even draw a stick figure."
This workshop challenges that mindset, embracing the belief that creativity lives within everyone—it’s just a matter of letting go and giving it a try! Led by a self-taught artist with a passion for experimentation and an ever-evolving creative process, this multi-session workshop invites participants to shift from left-brain thinking to right-brain creativity, helping them tap into their inner child and paint with freedom.
The first session will focus on exploring abstract art and experimenting with mark-making, while subsequent sessions will introduce mixed media, acrylics, and oil and cold wax techniques.
All supplies for experimenting with various mediums will be provided. Participants simply need to show up, have fun, and unlock their creativity!
All levels are welcome.
Please wear old clothes/ Dress for mess.
Abstract Oil and Cold Wax Floral Painting
Date: Saturdays, April 26 & May 3 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: T. Frick
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Unlock your inner creativity and welcome in spring in this abstract Oil & Cold Wax Floral Painting workshop! Explore the unique medium of cold wax combined with oil paints to create colorful, textured floral artwork. The cold wax medium transforms your oil paints into a soft, workable texture that allows for playful experimentation while adding rich texture and matte finishes to your floral paintings.
This class will guide you through the process of layering oils and cold wax to create bold, expressive flowers with depth and dynamic color contrasts. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of texture in your work or just want to explore a new medium, this class is perfect for all skill levels.
What You'll Learn:
· Introduction to cold wax medium and oil paint mixing techniques
· Basic principles of floral composition and design
· Techniques for creating rich textures and layers with cold wax
· How to build depth in your paintings using cold wax as a layering tool
What to Bring: All necessary materials will be provided, including oil paints, cold wax medium, application tools, and canvases. Feel free to bring reference images of flowers for inspiration!
Whether you love flowers or simply enjoy experimenting with new techniques, you'll walk away from this class feeling inspired, empowered, and with a beautiful piece of art in hand.
All levels are welcome.
Please wear old clothes/ Dress for mess.
Abstract Landscape Water Reflections
Date: Saturdays, March 15 & March 22 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: T. Frick
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
In this Abstract Landscape Water Reflections class, you’ll discover the captivating process of painting water as an abstract form using acrylic paints. Water, with its shimmering surface and ever-changing reflections, offers endless possibilities for creative expression. In this class, you’ll experiment with layering, blending, and paint application techniques to capture the delicate yet powerful interplay between water and light.
Whether you’re looking to explore abstraction or simply enjoy working with acrylics, this workshop will guide you through the techniques that bring the magic of water reflections to life in a fresh and modern way.
What You'll Learn:
· Techniques for capturing abstract reflections in water with acrylic paint
· How to create dynamic, luminous compositions using layering and glazing
· Exploring abstraction through color and texture to represent reflections
· How to use acrylic mediums to achieve movement and depth
· The balance of fluidity and structure in abstract water landscapes
What to Bring:
All necessary materials will be provided, including acrylic paints, application tools, and paper/canvases.
Embrace the fluid nature of both water and paint and leave this class with not only a beautiful abstract piece but also the confidence to continue experimenting and pushing your artistic boundaries.
All levels are welcome.
Please wear old clothes/ Dress for mess.