Getting Started with Pastel Painting (ONLINE CLASS) w/ Janet Schwartz

Free and open to the public up to 10 participants

Saturday, October 2, 10 am - 12 noon via Zoom. 

In this two-hour virtual workshop designed for beginners and aspiring artists, we will use pastels to explore the importance of value and how to simplify what you see and not get stuck on details. 

Students will be asked to paint from a photograph that initially looks like an abstraction.  As additional photos are used of the same subject that are more and more in focus, the painting evolves into something recognizable. Focusing on value and composition, we will paint the image together as the instructor guides students to complete the work.   The resulting artwork will delight and inspire participants.

This virtual workshop is free and open to the first ten registered.   Art kits containing workshop materials will be available for pickup at the HCA at no cost.  Students will need an iPad or computer to access the zoom application. A Zoom link will be emailed to participants a day before the workshop.

This program is sponsored by the Hopkinton Cultural Council (HCC) and receives grant funding from Massachusetts Cultural Council. 

Have you ever watched an orchestra perform and ask yourself, "How do they do that?" Do you already play a string instrument and want a welcoming group to expand your experience? This group is for all levels of ability, all stages of development, where you will experience an innovative approach to elements of technique and literacy in a fun and encouraging environment where you will shatter the glass ceiling! Student must have a violin, viola or cello.

Instructor: Alexia Pizziferri / 12 classes

New and continuing students welcome. Each class we will review various topics including the choice of materials, composition and drawing, value studies, basic washes, masking and common watercolor techniques such as dry brush. While all painting styles are discussed and encouraged, the instructor specializes in tightly rendered, realistic work.

Enrolled students will be sent a supply list. 8 classes: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30 , 11/6, 11/13 & 11/20.