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ribbon drawing

Ribbon Study, charcoal, in detail

Traditional Drawing

Develop classical charcoal and pencil drawing techniques, working from still life. Demonstrations of every step and assignment, focusing on gesture, proportion, perspective, shading and composition. For beginners and returning students. 

Portland Community College
705 N Killingsworth St
Cascade Campus
Terrell Hall
Monday 06:00 PM-08:50 PM
April 10 – June 12, 2017
$195 + $12 fee
Register Online: http://www.pcc.edu/enroll/registration/

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University of Montana Western http://suzykitman.com/university-of-montana-western/ http://suzykitman.com/university-of-montana-western/#respond Wed, 21 Sep 2016 18:49:54 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2379 Turquoise-VW-Bus

Guest teaching at the University of Montana Western!

ARTZ 221 Painting I

This course engages the student’s creativity through the skillful manipulation of materials and techniques related to the production of artistic works while exploring critical issues, conceptually enriched practices and the processes of painting.

October 24 – November 17, 2016

University of Montana Western Fine Arts Page

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Portland Community College http://suzykitman.com/portland-community-college-3/ http://suzykitman.com/portland-community-college-3/#respond Wed, 21 Sep 2016 18:34:34 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2377 Shallow Water

Painting: Oils and Acrylics

Join this community of painters who work on individual
projects. Focus on encouraging individual style. Students of all
levels, beginners welcome.

43871
Friday 10:00am – 12:50 pm
Septempber 30 – December 16, 2016
$205 + $5 fee
Tigard Senior Center

8815 SW O’Mara Street
Tigard,OR  97223-6002

Register Online: http://www.pcc.edu/enroll/registration/
Find the class here

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Multnomah Arts Center http://suzykitman.com/multnomah-arts-center-4/ http://suzykitman.com/multnomah-arts-center-4/#respond Wed, 21 Sep 2016 18:28:33 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2374 Pick One

Painting – Oils & Acrylics Ages: 3 Techniques in 3 Weeks, 13 & Up

Get a sampling of some specialty techniques: painting glass, drape, and using texture. Work on your own paintings while gaining valuable skills in each of these areas. Look for in-depth offerings of these topics in subsequent terms. Prior experience recommended. Get materials list online.

1056831
Monday 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
October 3-17, 2016
$102 [3 classes]
To register, please drop by the office or call (503) 823-2787. You may also register online by going to Portland Parks & Recreation.
http://www.multnomahartscenter.org

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Painting—A Mixed Media Approach Ages 13 & Up http://suzykitman.com/new-painting-a-mixed-media-approach-ages-13-up/ http://suzykitman.com/new-painting-a-mixed-media-approach-ages-13-up/#respond Wed, 11 May 2016 17:29:43 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2364 Retro Camper Ready To Truck

Multnomah Arts Center

NEW! Painting—A Mixed Media Approach Ages 13 & Up
Revitalize your paintings through this multi-media approach. Combining paint,
pencil, pastel, charcoal, oil stick, and collage in your work will add dimension and
possibilities. Learn how to combine media while developing strong compositions.
Oils or acrylics welcome. Get materials list online.
1049013 Tu. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Jun. 21 – Jul.19 $126 [5 classes]

To register
, please drop by the office or call (503) 823-2787. You may also register online by going to Portland Parks & Recreation.
http://www.multnomahartscenter.org

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Still Life Painting Workshops Ages 13 & Up- 4 Class Series http://suzykitman.com/new-still-life-painting-workshops-ages-13-up-4-class-series/ http://suzykitman.com/new-still-life-painting-workshops-ages-13-up-4-class-series/#respond Wed, 11 May 2016 17:21:01 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2362 After the Party

Multnomah Arts Center

NEW! Still Life Painting Workshops Ages 13 & Up- 4 Class Series

Refine your still life painting skills with these two workshops. Learn to paint and
explore the power of color, value and form while focusing on specific techniques
that will make your compositions shine. All levels. Get materials list online.

Fabric Drape Explore the color, texture, light and drape of a fabric still life.
1053736 Mon. & Tu. 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Aug. 8 – 9 $102 [2 classes]
Painting Glass Focus on creating the illusion of transparency and reflection of light.
1053737 Mon. & Tu. 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Aug. 15 – 16 $102 [2 classes]

 

To register, please drop by the office or call (503) 823-2787. You may also register online by going to Portland Parks & Recreation.
http://www.multnomahartscenter.org

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Beginner Materials and Color Classes http://suzykitman.com/beginner-materials-and-color-classes/ http://suzykitman.com/beginner-materials-and-color-classes/#respond Wed, 11 May 2016 17:14:39 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2360 Fruit Bowl

St. Johns Studio

Beginner Materials and Color Classes

Back by popular demand! I’m offering a 2 part beginner drawing classes at my home studio.
Part 1- Exploring Art Materials: June 15th 7-8:30pm
Ever wonder how to use charcoal, drawing pencils, chalk and oil pastels? Play with these tools in an art free for all. This experiential class is designed to introduce you to a variety of art materials. Look forward to demonstrations in utilizing these mediums, followed by time to practice your new skills.
Part 2- Exploring Colors with Drawing Materials: June 22nd 7-8:30pm
Please join us as we explore color drawing media, including oil pastels and chalk pastels. You will learn about mark making, color blending and the color wheel.

Enjoy a glass of wine or cup of tea and draw with us!

$30 per person. Register by clicking on the PayPal button on my homepage and choose Materials and Colors Class.

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Beginning Drawing- 4 Class Series http://suzykitman.com/beginning-drawing-4-class-series/ http://suzykitman.com/beginning-drawing-4-class-series/#respond Wed, 06 Apr 2016 17:28:53 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2352 Hewitt House Horse Toy

This class, at my home studio, is for both beginners and returning students who want to brush up on the basics of realistic drawing. Learn charcoal and pencil drawing techniques using my “Big Shape” approach. Working from still life, every step and assignment will be demonstrated. Assignments will focus on gesture, methods of measurement, proportion and shading. Class is limited to 5 students which will allow for maximum 1 on 1 assistance, so sign up now!

Register by clicking on the PayPal button on my homepage at suzykitman.com and choose Beginning Drawing.
$106- all materials included
April 21st-May 12th 7:00-9:00pm
Ample street parking

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Portland Community College http://suzykitman.com/portland-community-college-2/ http://suzykitman.com/portland-community-college-2/#respond Wed, 09 Mar 2016 18:34:58 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2350 Shallow Water

Painting: Oils and Acrylics

Join this community of painters who work on individual
projects. Focus on encouraging individual style. Students of all
levels, beginners welcome.

23069
Friday 9:00 am – 11:50 am
April 1 – June 3, 2016
$205 + $10 fee
13164 SW Portland NEIGHR CLSRM

Register Online: http://www.pcc.edu/enroll/registration/
Find the class here

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Multnomah Arts Center http://suzykitman.com/multnomah-arts-center-3/ http://suzykitman.com/multnomah-arts-center-3/#respond Wed, 09 Mar 2016 18:25:59 +0000 http://suzykitman.com/?p=2348 Reflecting Rock And Tunnel

Painting – Oils & Acrylics Ages: 13 & Up

Learn to paint and explore the power of color, value, and form in an open studio based setting. Practice color mixing and the tools and mediums of painting, while developing compositions from colorful and varied still life. Prior experience recommended. Materials list online. 

1044850
Tuesday 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
March 29 – May 24, 2016
$227 [9 classes]
To register, please drop by the office or call (503) 823-2787. You may also register online by going to Portland Parks & Recreation.
http://www.multnomahartscenter.org

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