Oil Painting Techniques 

Fall 2020

Thur, Sept 17-Oct 22

6:00 PM-8:30 PM

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Thur, Oct 29-Dec 10

6:00 PM-8:30 PM

no class 11/26/20

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THIS CLASS IS OFFERED ON MY ONLINE COURSE TAB ABOVE.

Confidence is taught by proper structure of technique and application of the material.Through this hands–on-course, students will learn diverse painting styles, as well as various master techniques. We will cover concepts such as: working lean to fat, impasto, Alla prima and underpainting specific for each image and subject within the image.  Finished paintings will be 5x7 or 8x10 in size with references provided by your instructor in the step by step structured class. All levels are always welcomed.  A supply list is provided on your registration receipt. Instructor Gina Torello, Professional Artist, MFA Lightscapes Studio LLC

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Six Sessions $120.00 Per Person

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Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center

Pastel Impressionism

Fall 2020

Mon, Sept 14- Oct19 

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

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Mon, Oct 26-Dec 7

10:00 AM- 12:30 PM

 no class 11/23/20

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THIS CLASS IS OFFERED ON MY ONLINE COURSE TAB ABOVE.

Explore the forgiving and simple media of soft pastels. References will be provided varying in subject matter and style. Working together as a class in a step by step manner you discover how a professional artist begins, creates and finishes a work of art. This method of teaching gives you confidence and allows you freedom to develop your own style.  Color Theory, application methods and diverse techniques are used to teach you use of texture and dimension in your paintings.  All levels are welcome.  A supply list is provided on your registration receipt. Instructor Gina Torello, Professional Artist, MFA Lightscapes Studio LLC

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Six Sessions $120.00 Per Person

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Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center

Renaissance Drawing

Fall 2020

Wed, Sept 16-Oct 21

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

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Wed, Oct 28 -Dec 9

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

no class 11/25/20

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THIS CLASS IS OFFERED ON MY ONLINE COURSE TAB ABOVE.

This course covers how to understand perspective  correct your own artwork, and explore the mediums of charcoal, pencil, and ink all in black and white imagery. Still lives will be set up on site to provide students the opportunity to practice vital drawing skills. Taught in a structured learning environment, students will acquire the knowledge necessary to master the art of drawing.  Instructor Gina Torello, Professional Artist MFA, Lightscapes Studio LLC

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Six Sessions $120.00 Per Person

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Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center

Studio Time

with Gina

Fall 2020

Mon, Sept 14-Oct 26 

1:00-3:30 PM

Program Code: Z7004A

no class10/19/20

Mon, Nov 2-Dec 14

1:00-3:30 PM

Program Code: Z7104A

no class 11/23/20

Fri, Sept 18-Oct 30

1:00-3:30 PM

Program Code: Z7204A

no class 10/23/20

Fri, Nov 6-Dec 18

1:00-3:30 PM

Program Code: Z7304A

no class 11/27/20

Open studio is an environment where all artists of any level can work in any medium side by side. Gina will work one-on-one with everyone in a small setting designed for individual growth. Personal lessons will be offered, and positive group interactions among students will also create a rewarding and educational experience.  All levels are welcome. Instructor Gina Torello, Professional Artist MFA, Lightscapes Studio LLC

 

Six Sessions $120.00 Per Person

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Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center

Plein Air

by the Sea 

Fall 2020

Thurs, Sept 17-Oct29 

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

Program Code: Z8004A no class 10/22/20

Thurs, Nov 5-Dec 17

10:00 AM-12:30 PM

Program Code: Z8104A

no class 11/16/20

This course will allow you to observe and paint amazing views from a hidden cottage on the bayside of the Manasquan Inlet. Bring the media of your choice. Lessons will be well-structured with demonstrations every week. New techniques will be introduced on composition, values, color theory and applications of media.  Instructor Gina Torello, Professional Artist MFA, Lightscapes Studio LLC

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Six Sessions $120.00 Per Person

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Fisherman's Cove Act Ctr