Spring Paint Classes for Adults

Registration:
Registration information and sign up: (952) 473-7361, ext. 16
Link to Registration and Membership information

Questions about the adult program:
HOLLY NELSON
ADULT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
hnelson@minnetonkaarts.org
952.473.7361, ext. 13

10% Discount for First-time Students
First-time students save 10% off the price of a class when they register for their first class at the Art Center. Discount does not apply toward Transportation, Firing, New Student Material, or Model fees; Summer Arts Camp; Birthday Parties; subsidized classes, and cannot be combined with any other offer. Call 952.473.7361, ext. 16 for details.

Jump to these classes listed below:
Intermediate/Advanced Painting
Beginning/Intermediate Painting
Painting All Levels
Watercolor Basics
Continuing Watercolor I
Continuing Watercolor II
Continuing Watercolor III
Abstract Painting
Pastel Landscape
Oil and Acrylic Painting Techniques
Contemporary Botanicals I
Contemporary Botanicals II
Intuitive Painting
Beginning Color Explorations
Landscape Painting in Oil or Acrylic
Silk Painting/Wearable Art
Painting & Drawing Studio
Drawing and Painting Animals [WORKSHOP]
Encaustic Painting: Working With Wax [WORKSHOP]
Contemporary Botanicals: Design [WORKSHOP]
Contemporary Botanicals: Sampler [WORKSHOP]
Contemporary Botanicals: Color [WORKSHOP]
Watercolor Landscapes: 2 1/2 Techniques [WORKSHOP]
Fun, Fast Watercolor Portraits [WORKSHOP]
Creating Your Best Work [WORKSHOP]
Passionate Painting [WORKSHOP]

Jump to faculty bios

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Intermediate/Advanced Painting
Instructor: Dorothy Odland
Skill Level: I, AD

Understand more about the process of making art and developing personal style, using oil, acrylic or watercolor. Work at your own pace with individual instruction in this open studio format class. Bring paints, brushes and painting surface to first class. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D414
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E414
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Beginning/Intermediate Painting
Instructor: Dorothy Odland
Skill Level: B, AB, I

Learn the basics or brush up on rusty skills. Work in oil, acrylic or watercolor to explore color and personal style. Work at your own pace with individual instruction in this open studio format class. Bring paints, brushes and painting surface to first class. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D415
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members
Spring II
E415
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Painting All Levels
Instructor: Dorothy Odland
Skill Level: All

Learn basics or brush up on rusty skills. Work in oil, acrylic or watercolor to explore color and personal style. Work at your own pace with individual instruction in this open studio format class. Bring paints, brushes and painting surface to the first class. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D416
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E416
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 sessions) 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Watercolor Basics
Instructor: Terry Genesen-Becker
Skill Level: B

This course provides the foundation for successful watercolor painting. All technical aspects are covered including pigment characteristics, brush handling, texturing, masking and paper stretching. Class exercises are designed to increase confidence, explore value, color mixing and composition. Imaginative assignments integrate content and technical skills. Supply list will be provided at first class. Enrollment limited to 10; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D420
Wednesdays, February 29 - April 18
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E420
Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Continuing Watercolor I
Instructor: Terry Genesen-Becker
Skill Level: AB

This course is for the painter fresh from Watercolor Basics and provides more directed experience in the media. Material covered will increase familiarity with value structure, composition, color use and painting techniques. Bring supplies to first class. Prerequisite: Watercolor Basics or instructor’s permission. Enrollment limited to 10; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D425
Wednesdays, February 29 - April 18
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$171 Members / $190 Non-members

Spring I
E425
Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$171 Members / $190 Non-members

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Continuing Watercolor II
Instructor: Terry Genesen-Becker
Skill Level: I

Continue developing skills and personal expression in a course that encourages exploration while increasing familiarity with watercolor techniques. General emphasis on individual confidence and growth. Bring supplies to first class. Prerequisite: Continuing Watercolor I or instructor’s permission. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D426
Thursdays, March 1 - April 19
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$171 Members / $190 Non-members

Spring II
E426
Thursdays, April 26 - June 14
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$171 Members / $190 Non-members

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Continuing Watercolor III
Instructor: Terry Genesen-Becker
Skill Level: I, AD

This is for the intermediate to advanced student. Each artist will be working on an individual project. Subject matter can include still life set ups, photographic reference material, imaginative images or abstraction. Individual critiques will help guide the student in their personal artistic journey. Bring supplies to first class. Prerequisite: Continuing Watercolor II or instructor’s permission. Enrollment limited to 15; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D424
Thursdays, March 1 - April 19
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E424
Thursdays, April 26 - June 14
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Abstract Painting
Instructor: Ellen Richman
Skill Level: All

This course presents abstract painting in acrylic or oil with an emphasis on color, composition, and contrast. It allows students to expand their knowledge of medium and technique, and encourages the development of personal style. Students will work at their own pace on a series of abstract paintings. Enrollment limited to 15; ages 16 and up

Monday Mornings:
Spring I
D406
Mondays, February 27 - April 16
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E406
Mondays, April 23 - June 11
No Class May 28
(7 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$180 Members / $200 Non-members

Friday Mornings:
Spring I
D497
Fridays, March 2 - April 20
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E497
Fridays, April 27 - June 15
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Pastel Landscape
Instructor: Cynthia Kath
Skill Level: All

The focus of this class is to understand pastels and help you find, trust and enrich your own artistic voice through this wonderful medium. Study the techniques of master artists to learn how value, composition, style and color turn into great works of art. Discover the luminosity of this pure pigment and capture the spirit of pastels. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D475
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E475
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
No Class May 15
(7 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$180 Members / $200 Non-members

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Oil and Acrylic Painting Techniques
Instructor: Jerry Calengor
Skill Level: I, AD

This class will explore every artist's dilemma - how subject matter and its selection are the core of a successful end piece. Working in oils and/or acrylics, we will look at how subject matter can be manipulated to enhance the success of a final piece without losing its original perspective. This will be done by looking at the painting within the painting to explore potential patterns and shapes that can evolve into your final interpretation of the subject chosen. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring II
E403
Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
(8 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Contemporary Botanicals I
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: AB, I

This class will introduce the student who has a basic foundation of watercolor painting to the world of botanical art in the American style. Please note that this class requires patience as a realistic botanical work takes time to execute! We will begin with an introduction to types of botanical art, methods to achieve success, and discuss learning to “see” your subject. All students will begin work on the same project of painting a blueberry branch. Request a supply list when you register. Prerequisite: Beginning watercolor painting. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring II
E450
Wednesdays, April 25 - May 30
(6 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$154 Members / $171 Non-members

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Contemporary Botanicals II
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: AB, I

This class is designed for intermediate and advanced botanical watercolor painters to pursue individual projects in the American style. Each student will select a botanical subject and develop their painting process through plant selection, process drawings, composition, and color and value development with weekly guidance from the instructor. Weekly classes will be spent working on independent projects with a portion of each class devoted to an introduction of a new method, books, techniques, critiques, etc. Bring your watercolor supplies. Prerequisite: Contemporary Botanicals I or instructor’s permission. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring II
E451
Wednesdays, April 25 - May 30
(6 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$154 Members / $171 Non-members

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Intuitive Painting
Instructor: Donna Bruni
Skill Level: All

Fire up your creative process with spontaneous and fun painting exercises in this class for everyone from beginners to more advanced painters who want to explore color, composition and new directions in painting. Develop a series of paintings from visual notes, photos, memory, and life on any subject and experiment with materials and new directions. Bring acrylic, oil or water base oil paint, heavy weight sketch pad for visual journal, canvas and canvas panels. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D405
Mondays, February 27 - April 16
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E405
Mondays, April 23 - June 11
No Class May 28
(7 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$180 Members / $200 Non-members

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Beginning Color Explorations
Instructor: Michon Weeks
Skill Level: All

Learn about color principles and explore them in a sequence of color studies. Projects will be done in gouache on bristol board. We will create a series of studies aimed at clarifying the distinctions between color hue, value and intensity. The final project is a self-directed "free study" that helps students bring color principles into their own studio process. Participation in the course results in an ensemble of studies that can be kept as a reference after the course is completed. This class is a "must" for anyone who wants to understand the foundations of color. Request a materials list when you register. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D428
Thursdays, March 1 - April 19
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

Spring II
E428
Thursdays, April 26 - June 14
(8 sessions) 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$205 Members / $228 Non-members

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Landscape Painting in Oil or Acrylic
Instructor: Michele Combs
Skill Level: All

Paint a location you love, and focus on achieving a sense of place. Bring a photo or a painted study of a beloved scene. Michele will work individually with you in planning and executing your image. Your skills in composition, color/palette development and general artistry will be enhanced. Bring your oil or acrylics and painting surface to first day of class. Enrollment limited to 15; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D481
Thursdays, March 29 - April 19
(4 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$103 Members / $114 Non-members

Spring II
E481
Thursdays, April 26 - May 17
(4 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$103 Members / $114 Non-members

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Silk Painting/Wearable Art
Instructor: Karen Rognsvoog
Skill Level: All

Painting on silk is a ancient art form originating in Asia, where silk was first produced for art and clothing. Learn to use natural plant dyes to create background or base colors on silk fabric and silk scarves, and then create beautiful paintings using Japanese Sumi-e brush to apply colors and designs. Silk painting techniques taught include: color mixing, composition, painting on wet and dry silk, use of salt for texture effects, water based guttas, heat-fix outliners, hot wax batik methods, and more. Iron-fix paints will allow paintings to quickly dry. All materials included (silk fabric, finished silk scarves, paints, mordants, dyes, guttas, salts and wax for batik designs).
Enrollment limited to 8; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D740
Wednesdays, February 29 - April 18
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$265 Members / $294 Non-members

Spring II
E740
Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$265 Members / $294 Non-members

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Painting & Drawing Studio
Instructor: Holly Stone
Skill Level: B, AB, I

Beginners to advanced students will gain skill and insight into creating strong paintings using the media and style of their choice in this fun and challenging class. Choose to work in oil, acrylic, watercolor or pastels. Newcomers will learn specific techniques, design elements, color mixing hints and more in a supportive environment. Advanced students will be challenged to take their work to the next level, and be given personalized exercises to develop their unique style. Abstract? Impressionism? Realism? It's up to you! Bring supplies in the media of your choice to class. Those entirely new to painting may wait to discuss supplies with the instructor at the first class meeting. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D465
Thursdays, March 8 - April 19
No Class March 29
(6 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$154 Members / $171 Non-members

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Drawing and Painting Animals [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Britt Howe
Skill Level: AB, I, AD

Do you love animals? Learn how to use fundamental art elements to capture the essence of their dynamic shapes and characteristics. We will work with line, shapes, form, texture and color in the drawing or painting media. Bring your favorite art materials, or request a suggested material list when you register. Some previous drawing or painting experience recommended. Enrollment limited to 15; ages 16 and up

Spring II
E470W Saturday, April 28
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$40 Members / $44 Non-members

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Encaustic Painting: Working With Wax [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Jodi Reeb-Myers
Skill Level: All

In this exciting, one-day experience you will learn beginning encaustic techniques. A brief history and description of encaustic painting will be discussed as well as basic supplies and tools, safety, preparation of supports including application of grounds, fusing techniques and paint application. An overview of a variety of techniques will be demonstrated such as wax image transfers, mixing your own paint, creating texture and working with masks and stencils. However, the majority of time will be spent painting. Request supply list when you register. Enrollment limited to 10; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D438W Friday, March 16
(1 session) 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$107 Members / $119 Non-members

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Contemporary Botanicals: Design [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: AB, I, AD

This class is designed for the intermediate or advanced botanical painter who wants to understand good principles of design. This three hour workshop will be filled with exercises intended to increase your understanding of design principles and help you bring your botanical painting to the next level in the American style of botanical art. Request a supply list when you register. Prerequisite: Contemporary Botanicals I or instructor's permission.
Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D442W
Wednesday, April 4
(1 session) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$40 Members / $44 Non-members

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Contemporary Botanicals: Sampler [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: All

This class will introduce the student who has a basic foundation of watercolor painting to the world of botanical art in the American style. With the simple shape of an apple, we will explore botanical glazing techniques and observation skills to create a realistic rendition. Request a supply list when you register. Prerequisite: Beginning watercolor painting.
Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D443W Wednesday, April 4
(1 session) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$40 Members / $44 Non-members

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Contemporary Botanicals: Color [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Suzanne Galloway
Skill Level: I, AD

This class is designed for the intermediate or advanced botanical painter who wants to understand good principles of color and value. This three hour workshop will be filled with exercises intended to increase your understanding of color and value principles and help you bring your botanical painting to the next level in the American style of botanical art. Request a supply list when you register. Prerequisite: Contemporary Botanicals I or instructor's permission. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D444W
Wednesday, April 18
(1 session) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$40 Members / $44 Non-members

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Watercolor Landscapes: 2 1/2 Techniques [WORKSHOP]
Instructors: Suzanne Galloway and Georgia Kandiko
Skill Level: AB, I, AD

This class will be taught as a two-day workshop by two experienced and fun watercolor instructors. Each day will be a different method of painting a watercolor landscape and each method will be demonstrated by the instructors. Day 1 will focus on painting birch trees using masking fluid and creating a light filled background; Day 2 will focus on painting the wet-into-wet technique with wiping out details. For those students who paint quickly, there will be an additional method demonstrated of painting rocks and trees “outside the margins.” An optional critique will end each day. Bring your regular watercolor supplies and a bag lunch. Request a supply list when you register. Enrollment limited to 20; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D448W
Tuesday & Wednesday, April 10 & 11
(2 sessions) 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
$144 Members / $160 Non-members

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Fun, Fast Watercolor Portraits [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Georgia Kandiko
Skill Level: AB, I, AD

Using quick, fun, and effective exercises, the instructor will guide participants in mastering facial proportions, value studies, feature analysis, and getting a likeness. Bring your usual watercolor and drawing supplies, watercolor paper, and 4 x 6 photo references. Instructor will supply additional references as well as "special exercise supplies." Bring a bag lunch. Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 to adult

Spring I
D481W
Tuesday, April 17
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
$72 Members / $80 Non-members

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Creating Your Best Work [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Michon Weeks
Skill Level: All

You are invited to join your peers in a group critique session led by Michon Weeks. The purpose of the critique is to help each participant create his/her best artwork. You are invited to bring a work of art and describe the intent of your artwork to the group. The group is then asked to offer constructive feedback. Participating in a critique will help you gain confidence and focus in your work. The workshop will also address questions related to the critique process including: What is a critique? What do I do with the feedback I am given? Am I ready to accept a critique? Who do I ask for a critique? How do I critique the work of others? Enrollment limited to 30; ages 18 and up

Spring II
E437W
Monday, April 23
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$33 Members / $36 Non-members

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Passionate Painting [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Michele Combs
Skill Level: AB, I, AD

Do you want to work loosely with more paint and more confidence? This class is for you. In this workshop we will strip away the time we use to overthink our paintings and explore the valuable lessons learned by focusing our attention for short periods of time. You will create three to four 6" x 8" pochades working from life, pictures and/or your imagination. The goal is to paint expressively and quickly. Bring in pictures or objects you would like to paint and all your supplies. The instructor will take you through the steps. This is challenging, but fun. Request a materials list when you register. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D499W Friday, April 6
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
$78 Members / $87 Non-members

Spring II
E499W Friday, May 4
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
$78 Members / $87 Non-members


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Faculty:

Donna Bruni
B.A., Creativity and Holistic Health, University of Minnesota. Donna is an expressionist painter who integrates drawing and painting within fluid patinas of color in landscape and figurative inspired imagery. An experienced instructor, she has taught Expressive Arts programs at Walker Art Center Art Lab, Pathways, and numerous other venues. Her work is widely exhibited, and included in public and private collections.
www.donnabruniart.com

Jerry Calengor
B.S., University of Minnesota, Duluth. Jerry has worked as a gallery owner and studio painter for over forty years. His award-winning work has been exhibited throughout the Midwest, including a solo exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Jerry painted for a year in Barbizon, France, home of the impressionists.
www.calengorstudio.com

Michele Combs
Trained in classical realism at the Minnesota River School of Fine Art, and has studied with nationally recognized artists throughout the United States. Michele prefers to paint from life as it is the best way to capture subtle beauty. She has been teaching since 2005.
www.michelecombs.com

Suzanne Galloway
B.A., Studio Art and Art History, DePauw University with additional coursework from the University of Minnesota, and MCAD; she has also studied with Barbara Nechis, John Salminen, Cheng Khee Chee, and Stephen Quiller, Her watercolors and drawings have been exhibited in multiple local, regional and national juried competitions and she has won several awards for her work. She returns to the Art Center as an instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience.

Terry Genesen Becker
B.F.A., University of Minnesota. Genesen Becker’s 30 years of teaching experience includes the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, the Minnesota Museum of Art School and the Grand Marais Art Colony. She has been awarded signature status in the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, and Watercolor USA’s Watercolor Honor Society and has been featured in WATERCOLOR magazine. Her watercolors are regularly shown in national juried exhibitions and museum collections including the Minnesota Museum of American Art, Springfield Art Museum, and the Muskegon Museum of Art. www.terrygenesenbecker.com

Britt Howe
Britt is an illustrator / sequential artist living in Plymouth, Minnesota. She received her B.F.A. in Sequential Art at The Savannah College of Art and Design, and thrives on illustrating comics and books involving animals, adventure and fantasy.

Georgia Kandiko
Georgia has studied under such notable watercolor artists as Cheng-Khee Chee, John Salminen, and Steven Quiller. A popular and experienced instructor, Georgia has taught watercolor at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum as well as other local venues. She is an active exhibitor of her own work, and has attained Signature Status with the Minnesota Watercolor Society.

Cynthia Kath
B.A., Fine Art. Cynthia is currently working toward her Master of Liberal Studies at the University of Minnesota, in Fine Art, Architecture and Horticulture. She has also studied at Parsons in Paris, as well as privately with renowned oil and pastel artists. Cynthia has taught at numerous venues, and exhibits her work locally and internationally.
www.cynthiakath.com

Dorothy Odland
M.F.A. and B.F.A., University of Minnesota. Exhibitor, award winner and show juror. Gallery lecturer for 22 years at Walker Art Center. Founding member and mentor with W.A.R.M. (Women’s Art Registry of Minnesota). Her work is in many corporate and private collections.

Jodi Reeb-Myers
B.F.A., Minneapolis College of Art & Design. Jodi has been creating art for over 25 years. As the recipient of numerous awards, her work has been widely exhibited, and may be found in many private and corporate collections both locally and nationally. An experienced and talented teacher, Jodi taught printmaking at MCAD for over nine years, and has also taught at the Minnetonka Center for the Arts, Edina Art Center, Duluth Art Institute and MCAD Studio kids. Jodi creates her mixed media paintings at her studio in the Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art in Minneapolis.

Ellen Richman
B.F.A., University of Minnesota. Ellen’s award-winning paintings have been widely exhibited and published. Her work is found in collections in the United States and Mexico and is currently represented at Circa Gallery in Minneapolis, and Thomas Masters Gallery in Chicago.
www.ellenrichman.com

Holly Stone
B.S., Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. Holly is an artist-educator who has taught oil painting, acrylics and watercolor locally since 1998. Her work is found in commercial and private collections. Holly has also worked in a number of capacities for a local theater troupe. She uses her occupational therapy background to assist people of all abilities to find expression in the arts.

Michon Weeks
M.F.A., Painting & Drawing, University of Minnesota, B.A., Art & Design, Iowa State University. Michon is a versatile and talented instructor with experience teaching as an Adjunct instructor at the College of St. Benedict and Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall. She recently completed a series of 20 etched glass drawings in windows for the Marshall-Lyon County Library. Her logo design “Stingray” was also recently featured on pint glasses sold exclusively at the Walker Art Center Shop.