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Jan
7
to Feb 25
Classes, Pottery

Open Pottery Studio

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Open Pottery Studio allows individuals with previous pottery knowledge to freely create new works of art! Resident pottery instructor, Janie Dick, will be in attendance to monitor ceramicists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. Students receive as much low-fire Gator White clay as they need for $1.00/lb, use of the pottery wheel, slab roller, and all tools and glazes. Students may also bring any low-fire clay, low-fire glazes, and tools, they may want to use. STAA will handle all bisque and glaze firing on site. Firings will take place at the end of the third and fourth weeks of studio, so make sure your pieces are bone dry and ready! Any additional firings will be a $15 charge per firing to the student.

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Jan
15
to Feb 12
Classes, Education

Abstract Mixed-Media II

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this 5-week course is held wednesday, january 15th, 22nd, 29th,
& february 5th & 12th
from 1pm to 4pm

Join STAA and Zona for “Part 2” of her popular Abstract Mixed-Media Workshop! In their Beginner’s course, students learned about the formal elements of design and discovering their artistic voices. Now, put these skills to use and continue your education with Zona by going deeper into your abstract expression as an artist. Zona will guide you in blind contour drawing, spontaneous line drawings, observational painting, and composition investigation. Explore these new skills and work intuitively to find your natural “mark” as an artist. Students will learn what it means to create a cohesive series as they complete paintings throughout the course.

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Feb
6
to Feb 27
Classes, Pottery

Pottery Wheel Basics

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this 4-week class meets
Thursday, February, 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th
from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Students will learn step by step how to throw basic forms on the potter’s wheel. In the first two classes, students will learn and practice making different vessels that could be wheel thrown such as mugs, bowls, and plates. Students will trim their thrown pieces and then work with stamps and tools to add different textures, designs, and attachments to their work. In the last class students will apply glazes and the instructor will give students a time and date to pick up their fired pieces. Students are asked to bring an old rag or towel to use for clean up!

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Feb
7
to Feb 28
Classes, Education

Introduction to Color & Design

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This 4-week COURSE meets Friday, FEBRUARY 7TH, 14TH, 21ST, & 28TH
from 1pm to 3pm

Want to know why Van Gogh, Cezanne and Monet's paintings are so famous and well loved? Want to make your artwork sing like theirs? In this four week class, instructor Rachel Crawford will let you in on one of their secrets... COLOR! This beginning Color Theory class will explore the theory and history of color through hands-on color mixing and painting. Students will create a variety of color wheels and each week, will create a small painting applying color mixing theory using the various color wheel relationships to learn color harmony, contrast, and value. This class will also cover the principles of design, the elements of art, and the Divine Proportion when planning out the small painting designs.

*Note: Traditional gouache will be used in this class (see materials list).

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Feb
14
4:00 PM16:00
Classes, Pottery

Clay Date! Valentine's Day!

Single-Session Class
Valentine’s Day!
Friday, February 14th
4:00pm and 6:00pm

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Feb
15
4:00 PM16:00
Classes

Mugs & Merlot - Galentine's Day!

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Single-Session Class Saturday, February 15th
4:00pm and 6:00pm

B.Y.O.W.
Get the girls together this Galentine’s Day, sip some wine, and build a mug!

Students will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay to create their very own ceramic mug. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, add attachments, and use glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Mar
9
to Mar 30
Classes, Education

Discovering Watercolor

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This four-week course Meets sunday, March 9, 16, 23, & 30
9:00am to 11:00am

This Discovering Watercolor Course is for all skill levels. This four-week course explores nontraditional watercolor techniques. Together, we will navigate a variety of techniques and exercises. Rachael will guide you in developing the skills, knowledge, and confidence in these unique areas of watercolor creation. No prior knowledge of watercolor is required! This course is for adults only. This course is mainly about having fun, creating art with unexpected outcomes, and applying experimental skills to everyday watercolor ideas.

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Mar
13
6:00 PM18:00
Classes, Workshop

Earring Workshop with Emma Fick

This single-session workshop takes place
thursday, March 13th
From 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Come one, come all - and make a custom pair of earrings in the gallery! I provide the pieces, the inspo, and the how-to. You provide your design and color sensibilities. After two hours of music, wine, and fun, you’ll get to take home your one-of-a-kind, ready-to-wear-earrings - and maybe you’ll make a new friend while you’re at it.

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Mar
14
to Mar 28
Classes, Education

Gouache Techniques

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This 3-week COURSE meets Friday, march 14, 21, & 28
from 1Pm to 3pm

In this class, students will learn how to paint with gouache! Gouache is a wonderful opaque watercolor paint that has been in use for centuries. It is used on paper and dries to a matte finish. Students will learn all of its various uses, from thick to thinned with water, layering techniques, and beyond.
Week One: Layering Techniques
Week Two: Botanical Study
Week Three: Ink Wash Technique

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Mar
14
4:00 PM16:00
Classes

Clay Date!

Single-Session Classes
Friday, March 14th
Friday, March 21st
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Mar
21
4:00 PM16:00
Classes

Clay Date!

Single-Session Classes
Friday, March 14th
Friday, March 21st
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Apr
4
to May 2
Classes, Education

Advanced Color Theory

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This 4-week COURSE meets Friday, april 4, 11, 25, & May 2
(note: class does not meet friday, april 18)
from 1Pm to 3pm

In this class students will explore the visual effects of color and how our eyes and minds perceive it. Students will make a painting a week based upon the various visual effects we will be studying in this class. The supply list is the same as Intro to Color & Design.

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Jan
31
4:00 PM16:00
Classes, Pottery

Clay Date!

Single-Session Class
January 31, 2025
4:00pm and 6:00pm

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Dec
6
5:30 PM17:30
Classes, Pottery

Build a Ceramic Gingerbread House

This single-session class takes place
Friday, december 6th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Price is per house built

Sign up on your own, or with a partner, to create a ceramic gingerbread house! Students will use the slab roller to roll out clay slabs to assemble their own 3-D gingerbread house. Use carving tools, stamps, underglazes, glazes, and your imagination to decorate and design a custom and festive piece. Students will be notified when their houses are ready to be picked up!

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Nov
29
to Dec 7
Classes, Pottery

Ceramic Christmas Ornaments

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ThESE single-session classES take place
friday, november 29th & saturday, December 7th
from 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Want to spruce up your Christmas tree, or do you need a last minute gift? Create your own unique and festive ceramic Christmas ornaments! In the first class, students will use the slab roller and cookie cutter shapes to cut out 4 ornaments and decorate them using carving tools and glazes. Finished ornaments will be available for pickup before Christmas!

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Nov
22
6:00 PM18:00
Classes, Pottery

Sip and Sgraffito

single-session class friday, november 22nd
from 6:00pm - 8:00pm

B.Y.O.W.
Want to have a girls night, a date night, or a night of family fun? Join us for a night of wine and pottery!

Join Janie Dick and learn about the ancient technique of Sgraffito! Janie will prepare plates painted with black underglaze which allows students to focus on carving unique designs onto the plates. Once fired, plates will be black, white, and glossy!

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Nov
16
4:30 PM16:30
Classes

Clay Date!

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single-session class
Saturday, November 16th
4:30pm and 6:00pm

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Nov
2
9:00 AM09:00
Classes

Monoprinting & Bookbinding

Single-session workshop
Saturday, november 2nd
9am - 4pm (STUDENTS WILL HAVE A LUNCH BREAK FROM 12PM-1PM)

Are you interested in learning how to make unique and handmade cards and books for the holidays? Join Rachel in this hands on workshop where you will learn how to work with a gel plate and acrylic paints to monoprint on paper! Students will learn how to turn their printed paper into a book cover to create a basic pamphlet stitch booklet. Students will leave with a completed project.

Skills learned: 

  • basic monoprinting using a gel plate

  • basic bookbinding

  • basic single pamphlet stitch

  • single cards

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Oct
16
to Nov 13
Classes

Beginning Abstract Mixed-Media Workshop

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This 5-Class Course is held
wednesday, october 16, 23, 30, & november 6 & 13
from 1pm to 4pm

In this introductory workshop, students will explore the theories and techniques of larger scale abstract painting. Zona will lead students through the theories and techniques of color-mixing, effectively applying paint, composing visual space, and understanding abstract language.

Each student will develop their personal expression to further explore the process of abstract art. Students will investigate composition using the formal elements and principles of design and find their natural “mark.” Over this five-week course, students will be introduced to techniques in working intuitively, investigating composition using the “formal elements of design,” and developing a personal style. Students can expect to create at least three 18”x24” abstract pieces. Zona hopes to provide her students with the tools to explore new concepts, develop a creative voice, and build confidence as artists!

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Oct
16
9:00 AM09:00
Classes

Abstract Mixed-Media Workshop II

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This 5-Class Course is held
wednesday, october 16, 23, 30, & november 6 & 13
from 9am to 12pm

Join STAA and Zona for “Part 2” of her popular Abstract Mixed-Media Workshop! In their Beginner’s course, students learned about the formal elements of design and discovering their artistic voices. Now, put these skills to use and continue your education with Zona by going deeper into your abstract expression as an artist. Zona will guide you in blind contour drawing, spontaneous line drawings, observational painting, and composition investigation. Explore these new skills and work intuitively to find your natural “mark” as an artist. Students will learn what it means to create a cohesive series as they complete paintings throughout the course.

Beginning Abstract Mixed-Media with Zona Wainwright is a required prerequisite to this course!

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Oct
11
6:00 PM18:00
Classes, Pottery

Handbuilding Mini Ghosts

Friday, october 11
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Each student will work with their hands to sculpt spooky ghosts for Halloween! Customize your ghosts with carving tools, stamps, attachments, and underglazes to add color. Pieces will then be fired, and students will be given a time to pick up their little friends!

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Oct
4
to Oct 25
Classes

Advanced Color Theory

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This 4-week COURSE meets Friday, oCTOBER 4, 11, 18, & 25
from 1Pm to 3pm

In this class students will explore the visual effects of color and how our eyes and minds perceive it. Students will make a painting a week based upon the various visual effects we will be studying in this class. The supply list is the same as Color Theory 1. 

Rachel’s Color Theory and Design I is a prerequisite for this course.

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Sep
13
6:00 PM18:00
Classes, Pottery

Pottery Wheel Pumpkins

This single-session class meets
friday, september 13 from 6:00 - 8:00pm

Students will learn step by step how to throw a pumpkin on the potter’s wheel. Throw and trim your pumpkin and work with tools to add different textures and attachments to your work. Finally, apply glazes to your pumpkin to add simple designs and color! Pumpkins will then need to be fired, and students will be notified when they are ready to be picked up.

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Sep
10
6:30 PM18:30
Classes

Life Drawing Studio

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THe second tuesday of each month
march through november
6:30PM to 9:00pm

Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.

Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.

No Instructor, Group Gathering

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Sep
6
to Sep 27
Classes, Education

Color Theory and Design I

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THIS 4-WEEK COURSE MEETS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20, & 27
FROM 1PM TO 3PM

Want to know why Van Gogh, Cezanne and Monet's paintings are so famous and well loved? Want to make your artwork sing like theirs? In this four week class, instructor Rachel Crawford will let you in on one of their secrets... COLOR! This beginning Color Theory class will explore the theory and history of color through hands-on color mixing and painting. Students will create a variety of color wheels and each week, will create a small painting applying color mixing theory using the various color wheel relationships to learn color harmony, contrast, and value. This class will also cover the principles of design, the elements of art, and the Divine Proportion when planning out the small painting designs.

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Aug
24
9:00 AM09:00
Classes, Workshop

Monoprinting & Basic Bookbinding

SINGLE-SESSION WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH
10AM -2PM

Join Rachel in this hands on workshop where you will learn how to work with a gel plate and acrylic paints to monoprint on paper! Students will learn how to turn their printed paper into a book cover to create a basic pamphlet stitch booklet. Students will leave with a completed project.

Skills learned: 

  • basic monoprinting using a gel plate

  • basic bookbinding

  • basic single pamphlet stitch

All Supplies Included

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Aug
13
6:30 PM18:30
Classes

Life Drawing Studio

THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MARCH THROUGH NOVEMBER
6:30PM TO 9:00PM

Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.

Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.

No Instructor, Group Gathering

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Aug
6
to Sep 24
Classes, Pottery

Open Pottery Studio

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OPEN POTTERY STUDIO DATES INCLUDE:
AUGUST 6, 13, 20, & 27
September 3, 10, 17, & 24
FROM 5:00PM - 7:30PM

Open Pottery Studio allows individuals with previous pottery knowledge to freely create new works of art! Resident pottery instructor, Janie Dick, will be in attendance to monitor ceramicists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. Students receive as much low-fire Gator White clay as they need for $1.00/lb, use of the pottery wheel, slab roller, and all tools and glazes. Students may also bring any low-fire clay, low-fire glazes, and tools, they may want to use. STAA will handle all bisque and glaze firing on site. Firings will take place at the end of the third and fourth weeks of studio, so make sure your pieces are bone dry and ready! Any additional firings will be a $15 charge per firing to the student.
Come and go during the offered dates and times as you please! We ask that students that require use of the pottery wheel email maggy@sttammany.art with their required dates to reserve a wheel. All students must clean up after themselves before leaving!

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Aug
3
to Aug 24
Classes, Education

Still Life & Oil

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THIS 4-WEEK COURSE MEETS SATURDAY AUGUST 3, 10, 17, & 24
FROM 10:00AM TO 12:00PM

In this beginner-level course, Carolyn Biggio discusses art history, developing color masses, and oil techniques with students. Carolyn will give presentations on art history, specifically the development from academic painting to impressionism in 19th Century France, and will teach students how to develop shape, color masses, and volume. Students will work new with objects each week - including transparent objects. This class is great for students who wish to learn about the all-encompassing history and techniques of oil paints and still life!

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Jul
9
6:30 PM18:30
Classes, Workshop

Life Drawing Studio

THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MARCH THROUGH NOVEMBER
6:30PM TO 9:00PM

Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.

Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.

No Instructor, Group Gathering
Location: The Art House at 320 N. Columbia St. in Downtown Covington

FEE: $25; includes rental facility, live model, wine and cheese. 
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required!
Please contact Bill Badon: 504-812-0973 or LTHRART@hotmail.com

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Jun
29
9:00 AM09:00
Classes

Yoga in the Arts

TENTATIVE DATES:
SATURDAY
JUNE 8 & 29

Join us for a one-hour slow movement style yoga class surrounded by inspirational works of art! Held in the Miriam Barranger Gallery of the Art House, start your weekend by relaxing, meditating, and healing in this creative space. Local instructor and STAA Board Member Brandy Manguno will lead June’s sessions. All levels of experience are welcome, so bring your friends! A $10 class fee goes directly toward STAA’s children’s programming.

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Jun
21
4:00 PM16:00
Classes, Workshop, Pottery

Clay Date!

SINGLE SESSION CLASS FRIDAY, JUNE 21ST
4:00PM - 5:30PM AND 6:30PM - 8:00PM

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Jun
15
to Jun 22
Classes, Education, Workshop

Beginning Abstract Mixed-Media Workshop

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THIS 2-DAY WORKSHOP TAKES PLACE
SATURDAY, JUNE 15TH AND 22ND
FROM 9AM TO 4PM

In this introductory workshop, students will explore the theories and techniques of larger scale abstract painting. Zona will lead students through the theories and techniques of color-mixing, effectively applying paint, composing visual space, and understanding abstract language.

Each student will develop their personal expression to further explore the process of abstract art. Students will investigate composition using the formal elements and principles of design and find their natural “mark.” Students can expect to create at least three 18”x24” abstract pieces over the course of both days. Zona hopes to provide her students with the tools to explore new concepts, develop a creative voice, and build confidence as artists!

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Jun
11
6:30 PM18:30
Classes, Workshop

Life Drawing Studio

THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MARCH THROUGH NOVEMBER
6:30PM TO 9:00PM

Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.

Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.

No Instructor, Group Gathering
Location: The Art House at 320 N. Columbia St. in Downtown Covington

FEE: $25; includes rental facility, live model, wine and cheese. 
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required!
Please contact Bill Badon: 504-812-0973 or LTHRART@hotmail.com

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Jun
8
9:00 AM09:00
Classes

Yoga in the Arts

TENTATIVE DATES:
SATURDAY
JUNE 8 & 29

Join us for a one-hour slow movement style yoga class surrounded by inspirational works of art! Held in the Miriam Barranger Gallery of the Art House, start your weekend by relaxing, meditating, and healing in this creative space. Local instructor and STAA Board Member Brandy Manguno will lead June’s sessions. All levels of experience are welcome, so bring your friends! A $10 class fee goes directly toward STAA’s children’s programming.

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Jun
6
to Jun 13
Classes, Education, Pottery

Sculpt Your Own Pet Mug

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2-WEEK WORKSHOP MEETS
THURSDAY, JUNE 6TH AND 13TH
FROM 3:30PM TO 6:30PM

Students will learn the basics of sculpture with instructor Janie Dick! Janie will teach students how to work with clay to build a sculpture of your pet onto a pre-made ceramic mug. Students will work with their hands and clay tools to create their pieces and use underglazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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Jun
3
to Jul 5
Classes, Education, Pottery

Kids Pottery Wheel Basics

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THESE 4-WEEK COURSES MEET
MONDAY, JUNE 3, 10, 17, & 24
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 12, 19, & 26
FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 14, 21, & 28
FROM 4:00PM TO 6:30PM

Kids will learn step by step how to throw basic forms on the potter’s wheel. In the first two classes, students will learn and practice making different vessels that could be wheel thrown such as mugs, bowls, and plates. Students will trim their thrown pieces and then work with stamps and tools to add different textures, designs, and attachments to their work. In the last two classes, students will apply glazes and the instructor will give students a time and date to pick up their fired pieces. Students are asked to bring an old rag or towel to use for clean up!

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Jun
2
to Jun 30
Classes, Education

Watercolor: Beginner Botanicals

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THIS FOUR-WEEK COURSE MEETS SUNDAY, JUNE 2ND, 9TH, 23RD, & 30TH
9:00AM TO 11:00AM

Watercolor: Beginner Botanicals is a four-week course in June that explores the essentials of watercolor painting with a focus on the art of botanicals. Together, we will navigate a variety of techniques and exercises. I will guide you in refining your skills, knowledge, and confidence as a watercolor artist. We will paint in a variety of botanical imagery as you begin to create your own personal style. This course is for artists with an beginner/intermediate level of watercolor knowledge.

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May
24
4:00 PM16:00
Classes, Education

Clay Date!

SINGLE SESSION CLASSES FRIDAY, MAY 24TH
4:00PM - 5:30PM AND 6:00PM - 7:30PM

Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out? Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!

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May
9
to May 30
Classes, Education

Acrylic Basics

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THIS 4-WEEK CLASS MEETS
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 16, 23, & 30
FROM 9:00AM - 12:00PM

As a beginner’s class the goal is to get a small taste of acrylic painting in a fun playful environment. During this introductory class, beginning students will be introduced to:
1. The use of paint brushes to include loading and stroking of paint onto a substrate (wood and canvas).
2. Positive and Negative Painting Techniques, positive painting focuses on the object/objects in your painting and negative painting is focused on the space around objects.
3. The use of acrylics for crafts and fine art.
4. The use of analogous and complementary colors.

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May
2
to May 19
Classes, Education, Pottery

Open Pottery Studio

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OPEN POTTERY STUDIO DATES INCLUDE:
MARCH 4, 7, 11, 14, 25, 28, & APRIL 1’
APRIL 3, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, & 25
MAY 2, 6, 13, 16, 20, & 23
SIGN UP FOR TWO OR MORE MONTHS AND RECEIVE A $25 DISCOUNT FOR EACH ADDITIONAL MONTH!

Open Pottery Studio allows individuals with previous pottery knowledge to freely create new works of art! Resident pottery instructor, Janie Dick, will be in attendance to monitor ceramicists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. With a monthly subscription, students will receive 25 pounds of low-fire Gator White clay, use of the pottery wheel, slab roller, and all tools and glazes. Students may also bring any low-fire clay, low-fire glazes, and tools, they may want to use. STAA will handle all bisque and glaze firing on site. Firings will take place at the end of the third and fourth weeks of studio, so make sure your pieces are bone dry and ready! Any additional firings will be a $15 charge per firing to the student.
Come and go during the offered dates and times as you please! We ask that students that require use of the pottery wheel email maggy@sttammany.art with their required dates to reserve a wheel. All students must clean up after themselves before leaving!

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May
1
to May 22
Classes, Education

Still Life & Oil

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 THIS 4-WEEK COURSE MEETS WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 8, 15, & 22
FROM 10:00AM TO 12:00PM

In this beginner-level course, Carolyn Biggio discusses art history, developing color masses, and oil techniques with students. Carolyn will give presentations on art history, specifically the development from academic painting to impressionism in 19th Century France, and will teach students how to develop shape, color masses, and volume. Students will work new with objects each week - including transparent objects. This class is great for students who wish to learn about the all encompassing history and techniques of oil paints and still life!

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