Term 4 Art Classes at Gosford Regional Gallery 2016

Art Classes Term Four

G OS F O RD REGIO NAL G ALLERY

October to December 2016

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Watercolour with Anne Brack Mondays, 9am - 12pm 17 October - 5 December, $245/$225 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-01) This class is suitable for all students, from beginner to advanced. Students will be able to work on their own projects and will receive individual instruction in all methods of watercolour, including pen and pastels.

Portrait Drawing Sessions: Long Poses Every Monday evening, 6.30pm - 9pm. February to November. There is no class on the fifth Monday of the month when this occurs. $15 per week (pay on night) This is a drop-in, untutored group which is ideal for those with some experience, wishing to improve their

portrait techniques or work on one artwork to conclusion. These sessions are based on one pose for a four week period for students who wish to work directly from life on paintings, sculptures or more detailed studies. A new pose commences on the first Monday of the month and continues for four consecutive Mondays.

Central Coast Botanical Art Group Tuesdays, 9am - 12pm 18 October - 13 December $145 /$135 (members) for nine weeks (Code T4-02) This group aims to foster members’ learning and experimentation in the genre of botanical art through sharing and discussion. The group has no regular tutor, however members freely

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offer constructive advice to each other. New members are very welcome.

Beyond Flowers with Molly Gill Tuesdays, 12.30pm - 3.30pm 18 October - 6 December, $245/$225 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-03) This nature art class will focus on the “off the beaten track� aspects of plants, including texture, roots, tree forms, succulents, fungi and lichens.

The group will also explore composition and other aspects of design in botanical art. All artistic skill levels are welcome.

Contemporary Painting with Ingrid Haydon Wednesdays, 10am - 3pm 19 October -7 December $345/$325 (members) for eight weeks. (Code T4-04) This all-day class is designed to help participants find contemporary ways of painting in a relaxed and friendly environment. All aspects of painting and drawing are covered from basic to experimental.

Exercises are set to explore various approaches, however emphasis is on developing individual skills and how to work towards an exhibition.

Beginners are welcome and will be guided and encouraged.

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Watercolour with Judith Hoste Thursdays, 9am - 12 pm 20 October - 8 December $245/$225 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-05) Join this fun, relaxed course and discover the wonderful, medium of watercolour.

Students will start by learning basic techniques, colour mixing and effects and are encouraged to bring their own subject from which to work; a favourite photo of a landscape, loved one or pet.

Coloured Pencils are no longer just for kids with Belinda Lindhardt Thursdays, 12.30pm - 3.30pm 20 October - 8 December $245/$225 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-06) Learn this very detailed

artwork process from beginning to end with coloured pencil artist Belinda Lindhardt. Students will learn all techniques from working with paper, to sanded surfaces, drafting film to create different styles and effects and using pencils on a variety of subjects. All levels are welcome.

Life Drawing Sessions Every Thursday evening February - November 6.30pm - 9pm. $15 per week (pay on night) This is a drop-in group which requires no booking. This class is ideal for those with some experience wishing to improve their technique and build a folio of drawings.

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Pastels Art Group Fridays, 9am - 12pm 21 October - 16 December $145/$135 (members) for nine weeks (Code T4– 07) The Pastels Art Group is a group of like-minded artists which meets on Friday mornings in a friendly and supportive environment. The group has no regular tutor, however members freely offer constructive advice to each other. Those wishing to utilise other 2-dimensional water-based media are also welcome to enrol.

The Artist’s Studio with Sandra McArthur Fridays, 12.30pm -3.30pm 21 October - 9 December $245/$225 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-08) A class with a dash of panache. Are your perspectives perplexing, watercolours worrisome, drawing daunting? Respected teacher Sandra McArthur will alleviate these problems in a novel and unique way.

Students will learn how to paint incredible pictures without ever using a brush.

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Discovering Nature Through the Arts with Wendy Brigden Tuesdays, 4pm - 5.30pm 18 October - 6 December, Ages: 6-14yrs $160/$145 (members) for eight weeks. (Code T4-09) Students will explore the natural environment and the concept of movement in everyday life through a variety of art mediums including pastels, charcoals and acrylic paints.

Kids Art and Drawing with Belinda Lindhardt Thursdays, 4pm - 5.30pm 20 October - 8 December Ages 6-14yrs $160/$145 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-10), This class covers a little of everything to give students experience with a variety

of different mediums.

Students will draw and paint in watercolour, acrylics, charcoal, pencils and pens in exercises tailored to suit the children.

Emerging Art-itudes with Sandra McArthur Fridays, 4pm - 5.30pm 21 October - 9 December Ages: 6-14yrs $160/$145 (members) for eight weeks (Code T4-11), Experienced Art Teacher Sandra McArthur focuses on core art techniques and skills in a fun and friendly environment. Students will complete works using a range of materials.

H OW TO BOOK

Bookings and payment can be made online via Gosford Regional Gallery’s website: www.gosford.nsw.gov.au/galleries Alternatively, payment can be made at: 36 Webb Street, East Gosford P (02) 4304 7550 E gallery@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au Conditions of enrolment >> The minimum class size is five students. >> Classes will be cancelled if there are insufficient students.

Should cancellation be necessary, you will be notified of cancellation by phone as early as possible prior to class commencement, and a refund will be issued. >> Gosford Regional Gallery reserves the right to change tutors, change class times, venue and structure, or to reduce the length of the class if there are insufficient numbers. >> Unruly behaviour by children in classes is unacceptable.

Gosford Regional Gallery reserves the right to refuse enrolment should such circumstances arise. >> Refunds will not be given if a student discontinues a class once the class has begun, or if cancelled less than 48 hours before the start of classes. >> A $10 administration fee will be applied to changes in enrolment. >> A non-refundable online booking fee exists of $0.30

Photography by Mel Anderson

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