Learn about color, papers, brushes, drawing and composition, as well as many great painting techniques that will get you working and playing with watercolors! Instructor Sarah Alexander will provide 90 minutes of online instruction via Zoom. Instructor Sarah Alexander will also offer a mid week brief one on one or "check in" session to each student if the want advice on art in progress between classes.
6 classes. A materials list will be provided. A laptop, tablet or video-conferencing device and a reliable internet connection are required for this class.
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$200
Learn about color, papers, brushes, drawing and composition, as well as many great painting techniques that will get you working and playing with watercolors! Instructor Sarah Alexander will provide 90 minutes of online instruction via Zoom. Instructor Sarah Alexander will also offer a mid week brief one on one or "check in" session to each student if the want advice on art in progress between classes.
6 classes. A materials list will be provided. A laptop, tablet or video-conferencing device and a reliable internet connection are required for this class.
This class is for the serious beginner or novice painter. In a friendly and multicultural environment, this class is very animated and will seek to inspire your creative journey .
Every week in this 6 class session, Instructor Marion Buricatu will give you a weekly art challenge covering various painting skills that will take student no more than 30 minutes to do at home. Students are invited to show and tell or ask for feedback/critique on their ongoing pieces or simply participate in this nurturing, stimulating environment. Students have to provide their own art materials. This class is offered online only.
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$150
This class is for the serious beginner or novice painter. In a friendly and multicultural environment, this class is very animated and will seek to inspire your creative journey .
The Cartoon Club will give students s a well-rounded base and get them started on mastering the styles they desire to doodle in. Students will survey the works of several great artists and study their forms and lines. We will learn the tools of the trade, and how to study the fundamentals of simple perspective and anatomy. This is an online class.
6 classes. Instructor Judy Smith.
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Price:
$100
The Cartoon Club will give students s a well-rounded base and get them started on mastering the styles they desire to doodle in. Students will survey the works of several great artists and study their forms and lines. We will learn the tools of the trade, and how to study the fundamentals of simple perspective and anatomy. This is an online class.
This class will cover watercolor basics and some experimental techniques. There will be some pen and ink techniques in some projects. A materials kit will be provided to each participant. Instructor: Sarah Alexander. 6 classes. This class is offered both onsite and online. Space is limited for on-site programs in order to be compliant with the Massachusetts guidelines for gatherings. For those who wish to take a break from the computer screen and interact with students in a setting that allows for social distancing, they are welcome to take the class at the HCA while the teacher Zooms in to provide instruction.
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Price:
$220
This class will cover watercolor basics and some experimental techniques. There will be some pen and ink techniques in some projects. A materials kit will be provided to each participant. Instructor: Sarah Alexander. 6 classes. This class is offered both onsite and online. Space is limited for on-site programs in order to be compliant with the Massachusetts guidelines for gatherings.
Have you seen an amazing image of a common animal and wondered how it was done? How do you catch that one-of-a-kind animal shot with backyard animals or other wildlife? Learn about the pre-shoot planning process, how best to approach different animals for your photos, and techniques for capturing that perfect expression. The more you know about wildlife, the better you can capture those interesting behaviors! A great chance to learn tips and practice now for future travels! Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. This is an online workshop.
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Price:
$35
Have you seen an amazing image of a common animal and wondered how it was done? How do you catch that one-of-a-kind animal shot with backyard animals or other wildlife? Learn about the pre-shoot planning process, how best to approach different animals for your photos, and techniques for capturing that perfect expression. The more you know about wildlife, the better you can capture those interesting behaviors! A great chance to learn tips and practice now for future travels! Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. This is an online workshop.
Want to improve your digital photos after they are taken or improve a scanned image? Learn the basics of the Photoshop Elements Editor such as cropping and resizing images (such as for email or print), straightening images, adjusting lighting and colors and removing problems in your images such as spots, lines and more. Great for people wanting to post images on family tree websites! Learn how and when to use these tools to improve your photos. Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. Students are encouraged to sign-up for a free trial of the software. This is an online workshop.
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Price:
$35
Want to improve your digital photos after they are taken or improve a scanned image? Learn the basics of the Photoshop Elements Editor such as cropping and resizing images (such as for email or print), straightening images, adjusting lighting and colors and removing problems in your images such as spots, lines and more. Great for people wanting to post images on family tree websites! Learn how and when to use these tools to improve your photos. Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. Students are encouraged to sign-up for a free trial of the software.
Can't find your favorite images after they are taken? Wish you could organize your family photos, trip or nature photos and more for easy access? Working with a family tree website and need to find the best images of your relative for posting? Learn the basics of the Photoshop Elements Organizer to easily find images as well as rate and compare images to narrow down your favorites! Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. Students are encouraged to sign-up for a free trial of the software. This is an online workshop.
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Price:
$35
Can't find your favorite images after they are taken? Wish you could organize your family photos, trip or nature photos and more for easy access? Working with a family tree website and need to find the best images of your relative for posting? Learn the basics of the Photoshop Elements Organizer to easily find images as well as rate and compare images to narrow down your favorites! Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. Students are encouraged to sign-up for a free trial of the software. This is an online workshop.
Fundamental Drawing Skills - Session 2 (Adult/Teen)
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Drawing is one of the most relaxing ways to de-stress and express yourself creatively! This course for beginners will explore basic drawing skills using various mark making media including, graphite, ink and charcoal. A simple materials list will be provided to students. 6 classes. Instructor: Lee Ball. This is a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to connect via Zoom each week to take a class together! For those who wish to take a break from the computer screen and interact with students in a setting that allows for social distancing, they are welcome to take the class at the HCA while the teacher Zooms in to provide instruction.
You don't need to commit to a multi-week class. This on-site workshop can be taken at the HCA on a week-to-week basis to allow you flexibility!
Learn the unlimited creative potential of using various materials and types of paint to create unique pieces of art. Art is a wonderful way to reduce stress and have fun! All materials will be provided. This is an on-site class only at the HCA. Space is limited for on-site programs in order to be compliant with the Massachusetts guidelines for gatherings and social distancing.
Instructor: Beth Newman. This class will be offered on Wednesdays. You must register for each class separately.
Note: The picture below is an example of mixed media. Each workshop will have a different project.
Cabaret Open Mic with feature guest Rachel MacKenzie
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Join Us For Our Virtual Cabaret Open Mic | Friday, March 12, 2021 Hosted by Kelly Grill
If you love musical theater, then join us for our virtual Cabaret Open Mic! We're pleased to welcome our featured singer, Rachel MacKenzie, to our March event!
Invite your friends and family to watch!
Rachel MacKenzie will kick off the cabaret with a selection of songs, from there we will open it up to others singers!
To participate:
1. Request to join our Cabaret Open Mic Facebook Group Click here
3. Share the Facebook link with friends and family, so they can watch or join in!
This will be a FACEBOOK LIVE event. Each singer will have a 5 minute slot to sing a song of their choice. Instructions for when/how to log on to the event will be sent to you. You may sign up for up to two slots. Thank you!
All are welcome to join the group and enjoy the live music.
Free for all! If you can, please consider making a donation to the HCA Here
Want to improve your digital photos after they are taken or improve a scanned image? Learn the basics of the Photoshop Elements Editor such as cropping and resizing images (such as for email or print), straightening images, adjusting lighting and colors and removing problems in your images such as spots, lines and more. Great for people wanting to post images on family tree websites! Learn how and when to use these tools to improve your photos. Instructor: Joy Marzolf. No experience required. Students are encouraged to sign-up for a free trial of the software. This is an online workshop.
This fun, online class will involve creating unique pieces of art that connect to science, history, and math. Excellent for the development of fine motor skills and cognitive fuctions. An art kit is included in the tuition for this program.
Instructor: Judy Smith. 6 classes. A laptop, tablet or video-conferencing device and a reliable internet connection are required for this class. Class dates will be 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17.
An art kit will be provided by the HCA which parents can pick up prior to the start of the session.
