Have fun learning to paint the landscape on the beautiful grounds of the New Dawn Foundation in New Rochelle. With inspiring views of water, trees and buildings, artists will learn both the fundamentals of landscape painting and special techniques for handling the medium. The class is appropriate for beginning to advanced students.

The Foundation is located on Davenport Avenue in New Rochelle. There is ample and convenient parking. In the event of inclement weather, the class will work inside the foundation house.

This workshop introduces beginners to the creative and technical possibilities of digital photography. It's perfect for someone who is new to photography or would like to refresh their skills. Topics include camera operation, exposure controls, shutter, aperture, ISO, white balance, focusing modes, and composition techniques.

This course provides beginners with a comprehensive start to the world of digital photography through classroom lectures, demonstrations, and instructor-led photo shoots. See what your camera is capable of! Topics include camera operation, exposure controls, shutter, aperture, ISO, white balance, depth of field, composition, portraiture and landscape photography.

Enameling is the ancient art form of applying powdered glass to metal to make vibrant, colorful artwork, dating back to the time of the ancient Egyptians who used it on pottery and jewelry. This series will start by teaching the basics of jewelry enameling, then build upon that each week to create a new funky colorful piece of jewelry. Sifting, Sgraffito, Watercolor enamels and Cloisonné will be introduced. Students will work independently with instructor help on the techniques that spark their interest. Each student will complete 1-4 jewelry pieces depending on their pace and technique interests.

Learn to crochet from the first stitch, learn new stitches, or experienced crocheters can receive help with a project. A pattern for a multi-sized bag will be provided for beginners, and after completing the bag students will bring in their own patterns.

The granny square is probably the most well-known crochet motif, and there are hundreds of designs to tackle. This class will cover shaping, color changing and working in the round. Students will be introduced to pattern reading and schematics, as well as basic finishing techniques. Each week will introduce a new square. The skill level is advanced beginner requiring a working knowledge of basic crochet stitches.

This class is for absolute beginners or for those who are still learning the basics. Learn knitting techniques for casting on, knitting, purling, binding off and more. The basic skills are taught to prepare students to move on to the Beyond Beginner level and start a project.

Experienced or lapsed knitters are welcome, as well as those who have completed a beginner class. Bring a project you'd like to start or one that's been sitting in the closet for years, as well as pesky problems and... let's knit! No group projects, no plan, just enjoy the simple act of knitting.

Experienced or lapsed knitters are welcome, as well as those who have completed a beginner class. Bring a project you'd like to start or one that's been sitting in the closet for years, as well as pesky problems and... let's knit! No group projects, no plan, just enjoy the simple act of knitting.

Create a landscape or still life watercolor painting in each educational and enjoyable class session, using a variety of creative watercolor techniques, including wet-on-wet, dry-to-wet and the dry brush method, just to name a few. A variety of brushes will be used to expand on these techniques and the occasional use of watercolor pencils will create quick and surprising detail to your painting. Each session will introduce at least one of these techniques, allowing you to bring home a completed masterpiece that is created in a relaxed atmosphere (including background jazz!). This course is designed for both the beginner and more advanced artist. This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

Create a landscape or still life watercolor painting in each educational and enjoyable class session, using a variety of creative watercolor techniques, including wet-on-wet, dry-to-wet and the dry brush method, just to name a few. A variety of brushes will be used to expand on these techniques and the occasional use of watercolor pencils will create quick and surprising detail to your painting. Each session will introduce at least one of these techniques, allowing you to bring home a completed masterpiece that is created in a relaxed atmosphere (including background jazz!). This course is designed for both the beginner and more advanced artist. This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

Like to draw? Dream of taking your stick figures to the next level? Here's where to start! We will practice the basics of design, contour, shading and composition while sketching a variety of objects from life. Pat works with you individually to bring out your inner artist while you learn necessary practical skills - and have fun in the process! No experience or "talent" is necessary...just the desire to learn.

Like to draw? Dream of taking your stick figures to the next level? Here's where to start! We will practice the basics of design, contour, shading and composition while sketching a variety of objects from life. Pat works with you individually to bring out your inner artist while you learn necessary practical skills - and have fun in the process! No experience or "talent" is necessary...just the desire to learn.

This plein air drawing course is appropriate for both beginner and experienced artists. In four sessions, we will complete a series of drawings based on observation. We will work with the varied flora of the New York Botanical Garden, and draw the imagery using different techniques and materials introduced in the class. You will learn to render organic forms, using expressive line, negative space, and value as we draw natural forms. You'll gain confidence and understanding about how to approach drawing, so you'll be pleased with your progress and resulting work. By understanding HOW to look, you will overcome the obstacles which prevent you from drawing well. Both beginner and repeat students are welcome!

In this class, students will learn to use oil paints and work freely from their photographs. Students may work from landscape or still life images. The emphasis will be on creating painted sketches that will be completed each class session. The process will be that of the French masters as they sketched in oils. Students will learn to first simplify the shapes, separate them into a pattern of dark and light, and then build a greater, more colorful tonal range and suggestion of imagery. The results will be short, fluid sketches that stand alone as artworks or can be used as studies for further painting. Repeat students may choose to continue with the existing sketch format, or work on more extended paintings using the techniques learned in the sketching class. The class is well suited for the beginner as well as more experienced student.

In this class, students will learn to use oil paints and work freely from their photographs. Students may work from landscape or still life images. The emphasis will be on creating painted sketches that will be completed each class session. The process will be that of the French masters as they sketched in oils. Students will learn to first simplify the shapes, separate them into a pattern of dark and light, and then build a greater, more colorful tonal range and suggestion of imagery. The results will be short, fluid sketches that stand alone as artworks or can be used as studies for further painting. Repeat students may choose to continue with the existing sketch format, or work on more extended paintings using the techniques learned in the sketching class. The class is well suited for the beginner as well as more experienced student.

Calligraphy can be a meditation as well as an art form if you slow down and enjoy the beautiful process stroke by stroke. Students will learn the fundamentals of calligraphy by working with three different calligraphy tools. First we'll use a pointed pen and learn a copperplate alphabet, a beautiful, elegant 18th century script style. Then, we will switch to a broad edge marker and learn an Italic alphabet, a versatile 15th century calligraphy style. Finally, we will learn modern calligraphy techniques using a brush pen. Beginner students will progress from learning the basic letter forms to writing sentences. This class is for both absolute beginners and more experienced students who would like to fine tune their skills.

Learn to film, perform, produce and edit videos on a topic of your choice in The Bronxville School's new TV Studio. Possible topics you may consider include family stories, interviews with friends or family members, Bronxville Village stories, etc.

Ron Ramsey has developed unique artistic techniques that will allow you to create a complete landscape, portrait or still life acrylic painting in each educational and enjoyable class session. Besides basic layering, his techniques (not all with the brush) will help beginners to quickly learn an impressionistic style, and experienced painters to incorporate these techniques into their own styles. Each session will introduce at least one of these techniques and oil sticks will be introduced to some of the assignments, allowing you to bring home a completed acrylic "masterpiece" that is created in a relaxed atmosphere (including background jazz!). This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

Ron Ramsey has developed unique artistic techniques that will allow you to create a complete landscape, portrait or still life acrylic painting in each educational and enjoyable class session. Besides basic layering, his techniques (not all with the brush) will help beginners to quickly learn an impressionistic style, and experienced painters to incorporate these techniques into their own styles. Each session will introduce at least one of these techniques and oil sticks will be introduced to some of the assignments, allowing you to bring home a completed acrylic "masterpiece" that is created in a relaxed atmosphere (including background jazz!). This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

Macramé is back and more fun than ever! Learn the basic macramé knots such as square, spiral, clove hitch, and more. You'll complete three beautiful projects to add to your home décor and leave with the skills to fashion your very own macramé creations. All materials will be provided, as well as one of a kind patterns and instructional booklets to help you continue your journey into artistic knotting.

This versatile series will incorporate instruction in drawing and painting using different mediums, such as watercolor, acrylics, watercolor pencils and oil sticks. Ron Ramsey has developed unique artistic techniques that will allow you to create a complete landscape or still life painting in each class session. Besides basic layering, his techniques (not all with the brush) will help beginners to quickly learn an impressionistic style, and experienced painters to incorporate these techniques into their own styles. This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

This versatile series will incorporate instruction in drawing and painting using different mediums, such as watercolor, acrylics, watercolor pencils and oil sticks. Ron Ramsey has developed unique artistic techniques that will allow you to create a complete landscape or still life painting in each class session. Besides basic layering, his techniques (not all with the brush) will help beginners to quickly learn an impressionistic style, and experienced painters to incorporate these techniques into their own styles. This semester will feature all new paintings, and will not repeat paintings from previous semesters.

Working with glass tiles and other materials, learn to make a variety of projects such as picture frames, mirrors, planters, trays, etc. Simply glue your glass pieces and grout; project ideas and pattern designs will be provided. This course is suitable for beginners; experienced students will be able to work on more advanced projects, such as outdoor murals using mesh, backer board or plywood, but grinders will not be available.

Learn how to get the most out of the camera in your iPhone/iPad that can take you from simple "point-and-shoot" snapshots to photography that rivals much more complex cameras. Familiarize yourself with the controls and settings, learn how to navigate the phone's image storage systems, and maximize its creative potential with adjustments and filters. Classes will cover set up, controls, storage, sharing of images on your iPhone/iPad, and maximizing your creative potential with adjustments and filters.

Learn simple editing techniques with the iPhone's editing tools: cropping, exposure adjustment, color correction and enhancement. With the free iPhone application SnapSeed, students will also explore more creative alterations such as cloning, perspective correction, retouching, and applying various special effect filters. For those who have taken the iPhone/iPad Photography workshop or have similar knowledge.

The Zentangle® Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns called tangles. Zentangle® can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of skill, experience, or artistic training. This beautiful, artistic, mindfulness practice increases focus and creativity and provides artistic satisfaction, along with an increased sense of personal wellbeing. Classes are suitable for both beginner and experienced tanglers.

Using simple carpentry skills, create a handsome wooden basket to hold fresh produce, potted plants or other seasonal items. No carpentry experience required.
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This course delves deeper into the world of digital photography. Take your photos to the next level through classroom lectures, demonstrations, and instructor-led photo shoots. Topics covered include advanced exposure control, histogram, focus point selection, custom white balance, shooting in RAW, compelling composition techniques, storytelling, dynamic natural lighting and light modifiers. Students should have taken Introduction to Digital Photography or have equivalent knowledge.

This sweet little basket is woven on a wooden base with an attached handle and a choice of novelty trim to tie on when the basket is finished. Makes a great holiday decoration or gift.
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