Foundations of All!

This fun and supportive six-week class is perfect for anyone who wants to try multiple forms of art—from absolute beginners to those looking to improve their skills. Each 1-2 weeks, focuses on a new medium to help you build confidence and ability. We will explore drawing, oil pastels, watercolor, collage, and acrylic painting. We’ll combine basic theory with hands-on practice throughout. Suitable for homeschool students. Please note that class will not meet on May 25 due to Memorial Day.  Materials If purchasing a materials pack please also submit the $15 materials fee which includes a discounted rate on your own mixed media pad and oil pastel set. If bringing your own materials, the following are suggested but you may substitute for a comparable item. Our Education Specialist will reach out before the start of class to ensure your materials are suitable.  Paper- Mandatory Strathmore 300 Series Mixed Media Pad, 9x12", 40 sheets – suitable for ink, pencil, and light color. Click here for suggestion.  Oil pastels- Mandatory SAKURA Cray-Pas Junior Artist Assorted Color Oil Pastels, Set of 25 XEP25. Click here for suggestion. Acrylic and watercolor paints- optional, DGCAC has class sets available for use Erasers- optional, DGCAC has class sets available for use Soft Eraser – such as General’s Factis’ Oval Eraser. Click here for suggestion.  Kneaded Eraser – flexible and gentle on paper. Click here for suggestion.  Or a set: General Pencil Eraser Set (includes both types). Click here for suggestion.  Pencils- optional Staedtler Mars Lumograph Graphite Pencil Set (6-piece): 6B, 4B, 2B, B, HB, 2H. Alternative: 2 × 2B, 2 × 4B, 1 × HB graphite pencils. Click here for suggestion.  Note: Please avoid Staedtler “Lumograph Black” – you need standard graphite pencils. Register Here