Framing Class:  
This workshop will cover framing from how to choose a good frame style for your painting, the measuring and cutting of the mat and foam core, how to score and cut plexi-glass, and how to finish your framed piece with wire and bumpers.
    Lorraine will take the class through the process step by step and at the end of the workshop you will have a framed piece or a matted piece if you are not ready to frame it yet.
    If you are interested in learning to frame, but don’t feel you have something to frame or mat yet, this workshop can still be for you. You can come and just learn for future use or I can help you cut a standard mat and foam core (ex. 11x14) that you can paint something for or use for a photo.
    The first session will cover all the framing need-to-knows: how to choose the right frame, the right frame size, what shows want, etc. If time permits we will begin to cut mats and foam core.
    For those that want to buy a frame, you will bring it back for the second session. We will then finish cutting mats and framing the pieces. Participants will leave with knowledge, and a matted or framed piece.
Dates: TBD
Time:  TBD
Location:  Lorraine’s Home  Colorado Springs, CO (directions sent with class list)
Fees: $20 per session, payable at each class
plus framing supplies $. Everything but the frame can be purchased from Lorraine or you can bring your own supplies. (Since participants may already have some framing items, Lorraine will contact each participant and discuss supplies depending on individual needs.) The following supplies will be available for a packaged price from Lorraine: foam core, double mat board, linen tape, frame points, plexi-glass, paper backer, wire, d-ring hangers, and bumpers.
Registration: will end TBD (10 slots available). If you are interested in this class please contact Lorraine and mention the framing class. Lorraine's contact form

Drawing class for adults:
A good basis for most art mediums is the ability to draw well. Do you want to learn to draw or to just hone your drawing skills?  This course will go through the fundamentals of drawing, perspective and shading to help you become a more advanced drawer. You will learn techniques to “see” what you are drawing. If you are interested in a drawing class please email me and mention the drawing class in your email.
Dates: TBD
Create a Watercolor Class for You & Your Friends:
Dates & Times: To Be Determined
Location:  Your Choice (inside or Outside)
Fees:  To Be Determined by length of class

This class is for you and your group to design.  Do you want lessons in landscape, florals, water reflections, creating great greens, working with masking, painting on Yupo, canvas or clay board, etc.  If you have a particular interest or want to arrange a class with your painting group or friends, please contact Lorraine and work out the details.  Mention the "Create a Class" in the comments section.


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Lorraine as a Teacher
Lorraine taught beginning to advanced watercolor students at Pikes Peak Community College for two and a half years and also taught summer sampler classes on "Plein-Air"(painting on location) watercolor.  Lorraine believes watercolor students learn best when they can see a demonstration, therefore she demonstrates often.  Lorraine teaches her students the watercolor medium along with composition, color mixing, and perspective to achieve a finished art work.

Fridays - Feb.-Mar. 2012 Beginning Watercolor Classes:

Landscapes and Still-Lifes Beginning Watercolor Class:  This 6 week course is designed for the beginning watercolor student. We will start by covering: basics of color, color wheels, and techniques. Demonstrations and practical exercises will focus on giving students a good basis for continuing in this complicated but exciting medium. Class will work from real set-ups and/or photos.
Dates: Friday's Feb. 10, 17, 24 and
Mar. 2, 9, 23
Time: 5:30pm-7:45pm
Location:  Hobby Lobby classroom on Woodmen and I25, 6950 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Fees: $20 ea class or $110 if paid in full at the first class.  
A supply list will be made available upon registration.
Registration: will end Feb. 9, 2012
If you are interested in this class please contact Lorraine and mention the Friday Watercolor class.  Lorraine's contact form


Mondays - Jan. - Feb. 2012 Beginning Watercolor, Landscapes:
We will focus on landscapes in this 6 week set of classes. We will focus on skies, foliage and aerial perspective to make realistic scenes. In this class you will build on previous skills and learn additional tips on how to handle this exceptional medium. Demonstrations and practical exercises will focus on shadows, composition, color, and texture. If you have a passion for watercolor and want to learn more, this class is for you! Class will work from photos, bring your own or borrow mine. Class limited to 6 students.
Dates: Monday's Jan. 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 20, 27 
Time:  9am-12pm
Location:  Lorraine's home in Colorado Springs , CO (directions sent with class list)
Fees: $20 ea class or $110 if paid in full at the first class.   (6 sessions - 18 hours total)
A supply list will be made available upon registration.
Registration: will end Jan. 15 (6 slots available). If you are interested in this class please contact Lorraine and mention the Monday Watercolor class.  Lorraine's contact form

Saturdays - Jan. to Feb. Intermediate to Advanced Watercolor, Flowers and Gardens:
We will focus on flowers and gardens in this 6 week set of classes. You will learn how to paint a closeup of a flower and make it look three dimensional. In this class you will build on previous skills and learn additional tips on how to handle this exceptional medium. Demonstrations and practical exercises will focus on shadows, composition, color, and texture. If you have a passion for watercolor and want to learn more, this class is for you! Class will work from photos, bring your own or borrow mine. Class limited to 6 students.
Dates: Saturday's Jan. 14, 21, 28 Feb. 11, 18, 25 
Time:   Sat. 9am-12pm
Location:  Lorraine's home in Colorado Springs , CO (directions sent with class list)
Fees: $20 ea class or $110 if paid in full at the first class.   (6 sessions - 18 hours total)
A supply list will be made available upon registration.
Registration: will end Jan. 13 (6 slots available). If you are interested in this class please contact Lorraine and mention the Saturday Watercolor class.  Lorraine's contact form



 



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