Drawing and painting classes held

Drawing and oil painting classes for adults of all skill levels will be offered on four Saturdays, from Feb. 4 through 25 at The Phipps Center for the Arts.

The drawing class will deal specifically with understanding the four principles of drawing: proportions, angles, plumb lines, and positive/negative space. Basic instruction in perspective also will be covered. Fun, insightful drawing exercises will provide the student with the knowledge and skill to draw any subject. This class is for new and returning students working at all levels. The class will run from 9:30 a.m. to noon and the fee of $119 includes all materials and supplies.

Oil painting, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., is for new and returning students working at all levels. Following the instructor’s step-by-step process, students will be amazed at what they accomplish. This fun class is an introduction to brush, canvas, and paint, while learning basic and essential painting techniques. Most of all, this class is a confidence-building experience. Included in the class fee of $139 are all materials and supplies, except paper towels and two jars with lids, which students must bring to class.

Instructor Sharon Weiser is an award winning Arizona artist who recently relocated to the St. Croix Valley. She has been teaching art/painting for 30 years, including classes at the University of Wisconsin - Stout. Weiser believes that anyone can paint. Her passion to inspire that talent creates a supportive, positive experience in the classroom where all students can achieve the joy of painting. To learn more about Weiser and to see her work, go to www.sharonweiser.com.

For more information or to enroll, go to www.ThePhipps.org, call (715) 386-2305, or stop by the center.

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