Arts Center at Killingworth

Arts Center Spring-Summer 2010 Classes

Great Wall of Murals with Sherrie Parenteau Sundays, May 2, 16, 23; June 6, 13, 2-4pm, $225
Mural Sherrie Parenteau	Learn to create a mural from beginning to end, by participating in a hands-on group project. Gain the skills to run a successful mural business - from contract to pricing to maintenance - while you create a permanent work of art for display at the Arts Center. Use faux finishing, trompe l’oeil, and dry brush techniques. Ms. Parenteau has worked as a professional artist leading a mural business while focusing on contemporary figurative painting. She has a BFA from the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, and studied at the Art Institute of Boston and at Wesleyan.
	That they can become a mural painter!

Egg Tempera with Sherrie Parenteau Saturdays, May 8, 15, 22; June 5. 3:30-5:30pm, $185
Socially Patterned Sherrie Parenteau	Egg tempera is a luminous paint, accenting pure color and fine drawing. Made with egg yolk as a binder and mineral pigments as color, tempera has the glazing qualities of oil paint, yet is water-based, fast drying and optically brilliant. Paint a 12x12 original image on wood panel, exploring panel cover preparation (including traditional gesso), and using tempera paint you make. A diverse repertoire of paint application techniques will be taught. All level of painters are welcome! Ms. Parenteau’s piece, Socially Patterned (right), won First Place at a national exhibition juried by Lilian Tone of the Museum of Modern Art in New York
	That they can learn beautiful Egg Tempera Painting!

Digital Photography Classes with David Choate Sundays, May 16, 23; June 6, 13, 1:30-4:30pm. $225.
Connecticut Beach Dave Choate	Learn to avoid the pitfalls of poor phototaking and improve your images with tips on composition and lighting. With the direction and experience of professional photographer, Dave Choate, learn more about your camera’s options and settings. This NEW class series involves two days of classroom sessions and two days in the field. Soon you’ll be on the fast track to consistently taking unique photographs! Mr. Choate is Connecticut photographer who resides in Shelton. His initial focus in photography was on architecture and within a few years expanded his horizons to pet portraits and youth sports. He currently shoots local high school sports for CBS Sports - MaxPreps, Inc. and has worked as a sports photographer for The Greenwich Citizen. His work has been featured in Connecticut Magazine and Weston Magazine.
	That they can learn to take photos like a professional!

Watercolor Rescue with Robert Noreika Saturdays, June 5 and 12, 9-12pm. $150
*Rowboats* Robert Noreika	Ever given up on a watercolor because of “mistakes” you think cannot be repaired? Using fluid acrylics, painter Robert Noreika will show you how to rescue a flawed piece or use it as inspiration for a whole new painting. Learn his one of- a-kind ink and stick technique as part of this process. Each session begins with a demonstration. Bring your abandoned work and your enthusiasm!
Artist Robert Noreika, a member of the Connecticut Watercolor Society and the Salmagundi Club in New York City, has a natural talent in painting expressive coastal scenes, intimate woodland pictorials and seasonal treks through the Countryside. He received a First Award from the New England Watercolor Society, a Best in Show at the Kent Presidential Show, and First Place in Watercolor at the Glastonbury Fall Show.
	That they can learn to "rescue" a watercolor - or find inspiration for a new painting!


Art Portfolio Consultation with Aleta Gudelski Two Hour Meetings, by appointment
Greenbackers Farm, Durham, CT Aleta Gudelski	This hands-on Art Portfolio Workshop is designed to assist High School students develop a comprehensive art portfolio - a requirement by most colleges for consideration to enter an art program. A strong Portfolio must be a collection of the student's best, original and completed artwork. While 10-15 strong pieces are typically required, each college may have differing program requirements in terms of number and theme.
Workshop sessions are flexible and will help students set and achieve specific portfolio goals, tailored to the individual requirements of the program to which they are applying.
	That they can gain a competitive edge when applying to a college art program.

Fashion Portfolio Consultation with Gloria Nilsson Two Hour Meetings, by appointment
Fashion Illustration Gloria Nilsson	For those interested in fashion, we are launching Fashion Portfolio Consultations. Break into the fashion industry with confidence and success. Learn why a portfolio is a major investment in your accomplishments, creativity and execution. Fine tune your existing portfolio or begin to develop your portfolio now. Call or email to schedule your private consultation with artist Gloria Nilsson at the Arts Center. Workshop sessions are flexible and will help students set and achieve specific portfolio goals, tailored to the individual requirements of the program to which they are applying.
	That they can gain a competitive edge when applying to a Fashion school program.


All Workshops are held at The Arts Center. Space is limited so please reserve your spot in advance. To register, please contact: The Arts Center at Killingworth 276 N. Parker Hill Road \| Killingworth, CT. 06419 (860) 663-5593 \| e-mail us at: artscenterkillingworth@gmail.com
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