Program Calendar
Pulling the Person Out of the Paper Work: More than Dates & Names
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield
The Armory Show: Chamber of Horrors or Exhibition of Art?
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield
Week of Programs
Sunday, February 7, 2016
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February 7, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Monday, February 8, 2016
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February 8, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
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February 8, 2016 –Drawing and Painting in Oil or Acrylic
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Drawing and Painting in Oil or Acrylic
Registration for this class has closed. This introductory course is designed to offer beginners the skills needed to explore personal expression in both drawing and painting. Students will practice basic skills in perspective, composition, color theory and step-by-step techniques in either acrylic or oil paint. Supply list provided. Instructor: Doug Gillette Six classes - January…
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
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February 9, 2016 –Pulling the Person Out of the Paper Work: More than Dates & Names
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February 9, 2016 –Intermediate Oil Painting
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February 9, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Pulling the Person Out of the Paper Work: More than Dates & Names
Registration for this class has closed. Learn how to research your ancestry using the extensive resources available including genealogical websites. You’ll learn a great deal about researching– but keep in mind that it’s not all on the internet! Instructor: Dave Robison Four classes - February 9, 23; March 1, 8
Intermediate Oil Painting
Registration for this class has closed. For students with previous oil painting experience. Instruction will build on painting composition, brush handling and color mixing skills. Subject matter includes still life, drapery, flowers and landscape. Supply list provided. Instructor: Doug Gillette Six classes - January 19, 26; February 2, 9, 23; March 1
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
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February 10, 2016 –Intro to Oil Painting
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February 10, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Intro to Oil Painting
Registration for this class has closed. All the fundamentals of oil painting will be covered--from canvas preparation to planning a composition, color mixing and paint application from start to finish. Supply list provided. Instructor: Maureen Cotti Six classes - February 10, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Thursday, February 11, 2016
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February 11, 2016 –Working on a Book
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February 11, 2016 –Introductory Drawing
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February 11, 2016 –The Armory Show: Chamber of Horrors or Exhibition of Art?
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February 11, 2016 –Basic Drawing: Architecture & Landscape
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February 11, 2016 –Continuing Conversation: The Armory Show
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February 11, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Working on a Book
This course has been canceled. Have you started a novel, collection of some kind, memoir, or family history you'd like to see in a nicely designed book? Find out your choices in either self-publishing or sending your manuscript out to publishers. This workshop will be hands-on, with feedback on your work, encouragement to complete it,…
Introductory Drawing
Registration for this class has closed. Develop the skill to draw from observation and translating the three dimensional to the two dimensional. We will be exploring/ challenging the very nature of how we see in order to develop a fuller visual awareness. By practicing a variety of methods and materials we will develop a more…
The Armory Show: Chamber of Horrors or Exhibition of Art?
On February 17, 1913 an exhibit of modern art opened in New York City and stunned the nation. In this lecture, we will look at the fascinating story of that landmark exhibition, exploring the social and political climate as well as the world of visual arts 100 years ago. Presented by Gloria Russell, art history…
Basic Drawing: Architecture & Landscape
Registration for this class has closed. This series will explore the challenges and opportunities of rendering the world around us in pencil and other drawing media. We’ll tackle subjects including trees and foliage, water and reflections, windows, doors and other architectural details, atmospheric effects like fog and clouds, among others. Some drawing experience is recommended.…
Continuing Conversation: The Armory Show
Following the Museums a la Carte lecture with Gloria Russell, join Richard O’Brien for further discussion in the Modern & Contemporary Gallery in the D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts. Museum members only.
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Friday, February 12, 2016
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February 12, 2016 –Mornings at the Museum with Mom or Dad
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February 12, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Mornings at the Museum with Mom or Dad
This class had been canceled. With a parent or guardian, toddlers will learn how to look, interact, behave and discover new places as they explore a special exhibit or particular gallery in the museums each week. Hands-on activities, crafts, games and stories will stimulate young imaginations. Dress for mess and bring a snack. Instructor: Joey…
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
Saturday, February 13, 2016
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February 13, 2016 –Intro to Woodcarving: Botanical Mandala
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February 13, 2016 –Introduction to Drawing
Intro to Woodcarving: Botanical Mandala
Registration for this class has closed. Using hand tools, chisels and mallets, learn the technique of bas-relief carving as you create a beautiful mandala inspired by botanical designs. Tools, wood selection and design will be covered. All materials provided. Bring any tools that you may have. Instructor: Jonathan Bechard
Introduction to Drawing
This class has been canceled. Train your eye to see and foster the ability to represent the 3-dimensional world on a flat surface. Learn how to create the illusion of spatial depth and develop techniques to create a portfolio of beautiful drawings. Supply list provided. Instructor: Nicholas McNally Seven classes - January 25; February 1,…
