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SUMMARY:Beginning with Color and Acrylics with Marcy Wheeler_  Fridays _ May 23- June 27 _  9:30 to 12:00 noon_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color and Acrylics  with Marcy Wheeler  \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nMay 23 to June 27\, 2025 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the paint and mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nAcrylics are wonderful and flexible. It washes up with water\, but when it dries\, it is a water proof polymer\, so wear “painting clothes”! \nThere are 6 session in this class.  Any Student may make up a missed Friday class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class (2:30- 5) in Studio 2. This should be done during the weeks of the class dates. Just let me know. \nOngoing Students\, advanced beginners \, intermediate advanced\, continue on their road as “not quite” beginners\, intermediate\, and advanced painters\, and cheer the beginners on! Learning continues with individual guidance from Marcy\, as usual. We often share our work at the end of the class and learn more about our own work from the other class members. \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing Beginners how to mix colors and play with acrylic paints. The beginners will work in the heart of the class together and will be greeted with fun projects to teach them the ins and outs of color and acrylic paints.  Bring the paints and supplies listed for beginners in the blue section in this listing.  (There is a Blick’s store at 5301 Broadway in Oakland.) You can order from DickBlick.com\, or Amazon. Marcy suggests you order 2oz tubes of paint until you commit to Acrylic Paints\, but you will use more of Titanium White than any other color\, so it won’t be wrong to buy a 5oz tube of Titanium White.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler_-fridays-_-may-23-june-27-_-930-to-1200-noon_-studio-2-2/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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SUMMARY:Framing Workshop Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Demonstration: Framing Methods for your artwork May 31 \nAnn Elliott and Flora Baumann are offering a free class in framing and hanging requirements for exhibitions in the RAA art shows on May 31\, 2025\, 9:30 to 11:30 am in Studio 1. \nIn addition\, they will recommend specific materials to use in framing and how to either do it yourself or how to use framing businesses in our community. They will bring materials they each use for framing their own work and suggest online businesses where they order the materials. \nAnn will concentrate on watercolor/acrylic/collage/pastel work done on paper\, gesso board\, aqua board\, or even mat board. \nFlora will show how to frame oil paintings done on canvas and linen or other cradled wood panels. \nAfter the presentation workshop participants may bring their own work to frame and get expert help and advice. \nThere is no cost for the workshop but spaces are limited. \nOnly the first 20 people to register will be able to attend.\nA sign up sheet will be posted in Studio One.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/framing-workshop-studio-1/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Framing Workshop in Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Demonstration: Framing Methods for your artwork May 31 \nAnn Elliott and Flora Baumann are offering a free class in framing and hanging requirements for exhibitions in the RAA art shows on May 31\, 2025\, 9:30 to 11:30 am in Studio 1. \nIn addition\, they will recommend specific materials to use in framing and how to either do it yourself or how to use framing businesses in our community. They will bring materials they each use for framing their own work and suggest online businesses where they order the materials. \nAnn will concentrate on watercolor/acrylic/collage/pastel work done on paper\, gesso board\, aqua board\, or even mat board. \nFlora will show how to frame oil paintings done on canvas and linen or other cradled wood panels. \nAfter the presentation workshop participants may bring their own work to frame and get expert help and advice. \nThere is no cost for the workshop but spaces are limited. \nOnly the first 20 people to register will be able to attend.\nA sign up sheet will be posted in Studio One.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/framing-workshop-in-studio-1/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T120000
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SUMMARY:Gateway Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Members of RAA who wish to participate in the show are asked to bring their artwork to the Gateway Redwood room.  Each artist may submit up to two pieces.  All received artwork should be framed\, wired per specifications\, labeled on the back with the artists’ name\, title of work\, price\, and contact info. Volunteers will be on hand to assist you. Please follow the Exhibit Guidelines (Below) \nDownload & Submit artwork with a completed RAA Release Form. (Below) \nReceiving/Returning artwork 10.00 AM to 12.00 PM \nContact: Ann Elliott at  707-694-1914
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/gateway-exhibit/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T113000
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SUMMARY:Do You Want to Paint in Watercolors? _Kathleen Stumpfel_ Tuesdays 9 am to 11:30 am_ April 29 to June 10_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to paint in watercolor? \nThis class will show beginners\, even if you have never painted in watercolor\, the techniques to use with paint and water. The goal is to have fun with the creative process. We will have step-by-step projects with demonstrations and time to paint a variety of subject matter including florals\, still lifes\, and landscapes. Most importantly\, this class will give you a start in the creative process needed for your art. This seven-week session will meet on Tuesday mornings in Studio 2 from April 29 to June 10 for $110.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $130.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Suggested materials will be discussed in the first class. Bring any watercolor materials you already have. \n  \nApril 29 to June 10\, 2025 \n9 am- 11:30\,  Studio 2 \nTuesday \nMaximum spaces – 12 \nPrice for members – $110 \nPrice for non-members – $130
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/do-you-want-to-paint-in-watercolors-_kathleen-stumpfel_-tuesdays-9-am-to-1130-am_-april-29-to-june-10_-studio-2-6/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T123000
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SUMMARY:General Painting with Afsaneh Michaels_  Beginner to Advanced _ April 29 - June 10_ Tuesday 9:30-12:30 pm_ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:General Painting- Landscapes\, Still life\, Portraits\, Abstracts. with sketches\, photos\, etc. \nBeginner to advanced  \nAfsaneh Michaels\n \nApril 29 – June 10\, 2025  \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \nThis painting course starts you with detailed introduction of materials from brushes to  colors and helps you understand the painting process from beginning to end. You’ll learn about preparing the painting surface\, composition\, sketching your subject\, color theory and the use of color\, paint-handling\, how brushes work as well the basics: form\, line weight\, volume and shading with paint. You will have at least one or two completed paintings at the end of the class. \nBeginners start painting from still life set ups in the studio_sketching for painting then onto painting on canvas with acrylics\, oil colors or water-based oil paints. Materials are discussed along with how to plan and compose a painting and various painting techniques. Watercolorists: Please join if you already know how to use your medium. \nIntermediate and advanced artists may paint two or three paintings and use more advanced techniques. \nCome with your existing setup with colors\, brushes\, pencils\, and other tools plus your \nsketchbook and canvas. The first class will include a discussion of materials and supports (canvas\, paper or boards). For questions please email the instructor. \n  \nInstructor: Afsaneh Michaels\, AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nApril 29 – June 10\, 2025 \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \nCost: $210.00 residents\, non-residents $230.00 \nPlace: Studio 1 \nNumber of Students: 14 \nMaterials: Your medium of choice and your setup plus your sketchbook and a canvas or a support of your choice. For more information about colors and brush and other painting materials please email the instructor
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/general-painting-with-afsaneh-michaels_-beginner-to-advanced-_-april-29-june-10_-tuesday-930-1230-pm_-studio-1-6/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T123000
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SUMMARY:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing_Afsaneh Michaels_ April 30-June 11 Wednesday 9:30-12:30 Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing \nApril 30- June 11 \, 2025  \nWednesdays  9:30-12:30 \nStudio 1 \n  \nNature drawing has a way of bringing your body and soul in synch with nature and helps you stay in the calm and quiet of the moment. Drawing concentrates your mind and helps you see the world in a new way. In nature drawing you can bring natural things into your home\, on vacation\, outdoors with friends\, anywhere you wish with just a small sketchbook and some pencils. \n  \nWe learn the fundamentals of drawing and visual thinking in a detailed and methodical way over several weeks with a lot practice and attention from the instructor. You will learn about form\, shading\, line weight\, and composition and color and make lively\, interesting and beautiful drawings. A wide range of materials and mediums are gradually introduced along with demonstrations. \n  \nIn my classes we work together in a cohesive environment without judgement where you get to see and appreciate a variety of art and inspire each other. You draw as beginners\, intermediate students\, and more experienced students all in one class\, each group working on material appropriate to their group\, overlaps are encouraged among the various levels. \n  \nBeginners learn the basics of form\, line and value/shading and learn to draw branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits or vegetable\, and an animal\, bird or insect. At the end of class you’ll have at least one drawing with three or four components and probably more. Beginners come to the first class half an hour early to meet and greet and to get the beginner materials.  \n  \nIntermediate students draw more complex scenery or a still life with natural elements in it\, perhaps work on a series and learn to use color (optional) with colored pencils\, pastels\, or watercolor. This group produces several drawings\, some in color and some in graphite or charcoal pencil. \n  \nMore advanced students work with scale\, tonal variation and more detail and color. A recent group of students made a series from four different flowers. \n  \nWe will use pencils\, charcoal\, colored pencils\, pens\, but a lesser extent watercolor ( always combined with pencils or pens). Great emphasis is on drawing real specimens and not necessarily working from photos. Small things are brought into the studio or from your home as models. \n  \nPlease come with your materials or at least a sketchbook and some pencils to the first class and learn about materials then. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/nature-drawing-and-fundamentals-of-drawing_afsaneh-michaels_-april-30-june-11-wednesday-930-1230-studio-1-6/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T160000
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SUMMARY:Figure Lab with Posed Model_ All Medium\, No Teacher _ Wednesdays _ 1 pm - 4 pm _  April 2 to June 4_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Figure Lab with Posed Model\, all media \nThe Multi-Media Figure Lab is an uninstructed workshop with a costumed model for Portrait or Figure work\, every Wednesday 1-4 pm. Students work independently from the model\, with an optional group discussion about the work at the end of each session.  Models are hired  and the workshop charge covers the model fee.  A monitor will set up the lighting and pose each session.  Sessions feature one long pose\, with possible twenty minutes of gestures to start each session.  All media – watercolor\, acrylic\, charcoal\, pastels\, and oil paint – are welcome. No volatile thinners\, please.  The workshop takes place in Studio Two. \n\n\nThe Figure Lab Workshop discount fee is $100 for 4 sessions ($120. for Guests).   If you use up your 4 classes and time allows in the session\, you may purchase another four from the Monitor. Also available: Drop-in fee is $25.\, write your check to RAA and give to the class monitor.\n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/figure-lab-with-posed-model_-all-medium-no-teacher-_-wednesdays-_-1-pm-4-pm-_-april-2-to-june-4_-studio-2-13/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T143000
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CREATED:20250521T191129Z
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SUMMARY:Art Demo- Carol Tarzier in Studio 1 @1:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Rossmoor Art Association will present Carol Tarzier demonstrating oil painting techniques for still life on June 4\, 2025 in Studio 1 in the Gateway complex. Carol Tarzier teaches for the Rossmoor Art Association. Carol is an oil painter who portrays the figure\, landscapes\, and still life. The artist demonstration will start at 1:30 pm and last about an hour. \nCarol is also a sculptor and has won numerous awards in both painting and sculpture over her long career in the arts. Her paintings are in the Greenhouse Gallery in Texas and the Haggis Museum In Stockton. She is represented in national shows including California Art Club’s Gold Medal\, the Oil Painters of American Western Regional Exhibition\, the Triton Museum\, the Salon International at the Greenhouse Gallery in Texas\, and the Haggin Museum in Stockton. \nCarol says “Painting is the place I feel the most truthful and most conscious for me it is at once exhilarating\, taxing and engaging.  I grow with the process of paining”. Carol says “Painting is the place I feel the most truthful and most conscious for me it is at once exhilarating\, taxing and engaging.  I grow with the process of paining”. Light refreshments will offered.  Seating is limited. Please come early.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/art-demo-carol-tarzier-in-studio-1/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T113000
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SUMMARY:Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Ronald Pratt _ April 3rd to June 5th_ 9am to 11:30 am _Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting \nRonald Pratt \nSpring 2025 \nApril 3rd to June 5th \nThursdays 9 am to 11:30 am\n \nRossmoor Activities Center\, Painting Studio 1 \n  \nThis is the time of year when it stays light a little longer each day\, the hills have turned green from the winter rains and spring buds are starting to pop out of the ground and on the branches of trees.  The animals seem a little more energetic and the streams and rivers are full and rushing with spring runoff.  There is a new energy in the air and my creative juices are starting to awaken from their winter slumber.  This is the season where I am my most creative and can’t wait to get painting. \n  \nIf you are like me and find inspiration from the bounty of subjects to be found at this time of year the Rossmoor Art Association is offering a watercolor painting class at the Activity Center on Thursday Mornings designed for you.  The focus of this class is the fundamentals of painting.  You will be given step by step demonstrations of watercolor painting to inspire you while in a friendly atmosphere that will encourage you to explore your own individual creativity.  Subject matter will include spring flowers\, an alpine meadow\, a poppy covered hillside and a still life subject. \n  \nThis watercolor painting class will be at the Rossmoor Activities Center\, Painting Studio 1 on Thursday Mornings from 9 am to 11:30 am.  This 10 week class will run from April 3rd to June 5th at a cost of $150.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $170.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Suggested materials will be discussed at the first class. \n  \nTo register go to the Rossmoor Art Association Website and click on classes on the header bar.  Scroll down until you come to Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Ron Pratt and follow the instructions to enroll.  The class maximum is 20 students due to space limitations so get your registration in to reserve your seat in the class. \n  \nTo see Ronald’s Watercolors go to www.ronaldpratt.com.  Please direct questions to Ronald at ronpratt14@gmail.com or call him at (510) 366-7740.  Further information on all RAA activities can be found at www.rossmoorart.com.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-intermediate-watercolor-painting-with-ronald-pratt-_-april-3rd-to-june-5th_-9am-to-1130-am-_studio-1-10/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T134500
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SUMMARY:Portraits from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 5th - July 10_ Thursdays 10:30 - 1:45 _ Studio Two
DESCRIPTION:Portraits from Photographs\nCarol Tarzier\nJune 5th – July 10 (6 sessions)\nThursdays 10:30 – 1:45\n120. for members 140 for guests\nStudio Two\nMax students 15\n\n\nAs with Landscapes from Photographs\, the class would alternate demos and lab days.  I’ll start with a demo from a photo in black and white\, covering the basics of facial structure and proportion.  Subsequent demos would cover brushstrokes\, paint technique\, composition.  We’d move on to the Zorn palette of black\, white\, Cad Red Light and Yellow Ochre.  One session would feature self-portraits – we’d take photos with strong lighting in the class\, and students would work from their iPads or laptops.  The class would give students an opportunity to finish their own portraits from photographs as well.  I’ve seen beautiful photos of people’s children and relatives\, and this class would give people the opportunity to turn these photos into paintings.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/portraits-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-5th-july-10_-thursdays-1030-145-_-studio-two/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250226T022105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T022105Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate/Advanced  Watercolor Painting with Ronald Pratt_Thursdays_ 12:30pm to 3:00pm_ April 3- June 5_ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Intermediate/Advanced  \nWatercolor Painting \nSpring 2025 \nRonald Pratt \n Rossmoor Activities Center\, Painting Studio 1 \n Springtime is the most inspiring time of the year for me to paint.  Green foothills\, new blossoms and flowers\, the return of migratory birds and the rushing of snow melt water in the rivers and streams.  Even the sunrises and sunsets seem more dramatic at this time of year.  How can one not help but be motivated to create something special? \nIf you are the type of artist that gets inspired by the wonders of spring\, The Rossmoor Art Association is offering a class on Thursday Afternoons designed for motivated watercolor painters. This creative\, social atmosphere is a great way to let your creative muses out. This class is for people with some background in the medium and focuses on teaching people the fundamentals of design and composition in watercolor painting and encourages people to explore their own creativity thru class projects.   This is a fun class that encourages the freedom of expression while developing your design skills in a fun and relaxing environment. \nThis watercolor painting class will be at the Rossmoor Activities Center\, Painting Studio 1 on Thursday Afternoons from 12:30pm to 3:00pm.  This 10 week class will run from April 3rd to June 5th at a cost of $150.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $170.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Brings your painting supplies to the first class. \nTo register go to the Rossmoor Art Association Website and click on classes on the header bar.  Scroll down until you come to Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor Painting with Ron Pratt and follow the instructions to enroll.  The class maximum is 20 students due to space limitations so get your registration in to reserve your seat in the class. \nTo see Ronald’s Watercolors go to www.ronaldpratt.com.  Please direct questions to Ronald at ronpratt14@gmail.com or call him at (510) 366-7740.  Further information on all RAA activities can be found at www.rossmoorart.com.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/intermediate-advanced-watercolor-painting-with-ronald-pratt_thursdays_-1230pm-to-300pm_-april-3-june-5_-studio-1-10/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250422T184432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T184432Z
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SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler_May 22- June 26 _Thursdays 2:30- 5:00 pm_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Acrylic paints are amazing!  My job is to teach you to become a painter\, with a style that feels like your own\, with the tools you need. \nLearn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nThis is an 6 session class. The class is on Thursdays 2:30-5 pm. You can make up missed classes in the Friday morning class in studio 2 at 9:30 to noon. Just let me know. Make ups should be within the current class sessions. \nYou may be a beginner\, intermediate or advanced artist. Enroll in this class and if you like it\, stay in the class. Group discussion is helpful\, and your fellow painters grow to understand your process.  If you are a true beginner\, also check out my Friday Beginning with Color class. \nWheeler’s style is warm and friendly. She focuses on individual instruction\, group discussion and occasional class demonstrations. Students learn the quick and creative qualities of acrylic paints and mediums and how to turn acrylic paints into a flexible and luscious way to paint. \nWheeler encourages students to try new tools\, explore new ways of working and move toward their own style. She gives the encouragement needed to stay with a painting until it exceeds the class members highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler_may-22-june-26-_thursdays-230-500-pm_-studio-2-3/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
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SUMMARY:Beginning with Color and Acrylics with Marcy Wheeler_  Fridays _ May 23- June 27 _  9:30 to 12:00 noon_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color and Acrylics  with Marcy Wheeler  \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nMay 23 to June 27\, 2025 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the paint and mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nAcrylics are wonderful and flexible. It washes up with water\, but when it dries\, it is a water proof polymer\, so wear “painting clothes”! \nThere are 6 session in this class.  Any Student may make up a missed Friday class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class (2:30- 5) in Studio 2. This should be done during the weeks of the class dates. Just let me know. \nOngoing Students\, advanced beginners \, intermediate advanced\, continue on their road as “not quite” beginners\, intermediate\, and advanced painters\, and cheer the beginners on! Learning continues with individual guidance from Marcy\, as usual. We often share our work at the end of the class and learn more about our own work from the other class members. \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing Beginners how to mix colors and play with acrylic paints. The beginners will work in the heart of the class together and will be greeted with fun projects to teach them the ins and outs of color and acrylic paints.  Bring the paints and supplies listed for beginners in the blue section in this listing.  (There is a Blick’s store at 5301 Broadway in Oakland.) You can order from DickBlick.com\, or Amazon. Marcy suggests you order 2oz tubes of paint until you commit to Acrylic Paints\, but you will use more of Titanium White than any other color\, so it won’t be wrong to buy a 5oz tube of Titanium White.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler_-fridays-_-may-23-june-27-_-930-to-1200-noon_-studio-2-3/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250423T192452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T192452Z
UID:71375-1749213000-1749227400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 6th - July 11_  Fridays_ 12:30 - 4:30_ Studio One
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs\nJune 6th – July 11 (6 sessions)\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n$120/Members\n$140/ Guests\nStudio One\nMax students 20\n\nLandscape from Photographs” is about using photographs to create fresh and lively landscapes with the energy and color of Plein Air work. The series covers color mixing and creating color tones with a limited palette of three primary colors.   The class begins with materials and equipment that make painting fun\, and with designing the value structure in monochrome.   It moves to color mixing using atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, muted tones\, and soft grays.  Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground.  The class discusses colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, how to make a flat plane recede into the distance\, and which colors create a dynamic foreground.  Time permitting\, the class will cover transparency: how to make water look transparent\, how to paint waves\, and painting reflections. \nStudents bring their landscape photos to each class\, on a tablet or printed photos.  Oil and acrylic painters of all levels welcome. Class demonstrations are in oil. Acrylic instruction is individual. Oil painters please use odorless thinner only. \nCarol Tarzier has taught painting for many years at the Academy of Art University.  Her paintings have been represented in national shows and museums\, including the Salon International at the Greenhouse Gallery\, the Haggin Museum\, Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibition and at the California Art Club’s Gold Medal Show. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-6th-july-11_-fridays_-1230-430_-studio-one/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250419T175140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T175140Z
UID:71342-1749546000-1749555000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Do You Want to Paint in Watercolors? _Kathleen Stumpfel_ Tuesdays 9 am to 11:30 am_ April 29 to June 10_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to paint in watercolor? \nThis class will show beginners\, even if you have never painted in watercolor\, the techniques to use with paint and water. The goal is to have fun with the creative process. We will have step-by-step projects with demonstrations and time to paint a variety of subject matter including florals\, still lifes\, and landscapes. Most importantly\, this class will give you a start in the creative process needed for your art. This seven-week session will meet on Tuesday mornings in Studio 2 from April 29 to June 10 for $110.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $130.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Suggested materials will be discussed in the first class. Bring any watercolor materials you already have. \n  \nApril 29 to June 10\, 2025 \n9 am- 11:30\,  Studio 2 \nTuesday \nMaximum spaces – 12 \nPrice for members – $110 \nPrice for non-members – $130
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/do-you-want-to-paint-in-watercolors-_kathleen-stumpfel_-tuesdays-9-am-to-1130-am_-april-29-to-june-10_-studio-2-7/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250405T191454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T191454Z
UID:71249-1749547800-1749558600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:General Painting with Afsaneh Michaels_  Beginner to Advanced _ April 29 - June 10_ Tuesday 9:30-12:30 pm_ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:General Painting- Landscapes\, Still life\, Portraits\, Abstracts. with sketches\, photos\, etc. \nBeginner to advanced  \nAfsaneh Michaels\n \nApril 29 – June 10\, 2025  \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \nThis painting course starts you with detailed introduction of materials from brushes to  colors and helps you understand the painting process from beginning to end. You’ll learn about preparing the painting surface\, composition\, sketching your subject\, color theory and the use of color\, paint-handling\, how brushes work as well the basics: form\, line weight\, volume and shading with paint. You will have at least one or two completed paintings at the end of the class. \nBeginners start painting from still life set ups in the studio_sketching for painting then onto painting on canvas with acrylics\, oil colors or water-based oil paints. Materials are discussed along with how to plan and compose a painting and various painting techniques. Watercolorists: Please join if you already know how to use your medium. \nIntermediate and advanced artists may paint two or three paintings and use more advanced techniques. \nCome with your existing setup with colors\, brushes\, pencils\, and other tools plus your \nsketchbook and canvas. The first class will include a discussion of materials and supports (canvas\, paper or boards). For questions please email the instructor. \n  \nInstructor: Afsaneh Michaels\, AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nApril 29 – June 10\, 2025 \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \nCost: $210.00 residents\, non-residents $230.00 \nPlace: Studio 1 \nNumber of Students: 14 \nMaterials: Your medium of choice and your setup plus your sketchbook and a canvas or a support of your choice. For more information about colors and brush and other painting materials please email the instructor
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/general-painting-with-afsaneh-michaels_-beginner-to-advanced-_-april-29-june-10_-tuesday-930-1230-pm_-studio-1-7/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250405T190205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T190205Z
UID:71239-1749634200-1749645000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing_Afsaneh Michaels_ April 30-June 11 Wednesday 9:30-12:30 Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing \nApril 30- June 11 \, 2025  \nWednesdays  9:30-12:30 \nStudio 1 \n  \nNature drawing has a way of bringing your body and soul in synch with nature and helps you stay in the calm and quiet of the moment. Drawing concentrates your mind and helps you see the world in a new way. In nature drawing you can bring natural things into your home\, on vacation\, outdoors with friends\, anywhere you wish with just a small sketchbook and some pencils. \n  \nWe learn the fundamentals of drawing and visual thinking in a detailed and methodical way over several weeks with a lot practice and attention from the instructor. You will learn about form\, shading\, line weight\, and composition and color and make lively\, interesting and beautiful drawings. A wide range of materials and mediums are gradually introduced along with demonstrations. \n  \nIn my classes we work together in a cohesive environment without judgement where you get to see and appreciate a variety of art and inspire each other. You draw as beginners\, intermediate students\, and more experienced students all in one class\, each group working on material appropriate to their group\, overlaps are encouraged among the various levels. \n  \nBeginners learn the basics of form\, line and value/shading and learn to draw branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits or vegetable\, and an animal\, bird or insect. At the end of class you’ll have at least one drawing with three or four components and probably more. Beginners come to the first class half an hour early to meet and greet and to get the beginner materials.  \n  \nIntermediate students draw more complex scenery or a still life with natural elements in it\, perhaps work on a series and learn to use color (optional) with colored pencils\, pastels\, or watercolor. This group produces several drawings\, some in color and some in graphite or charcoal pencil. \n  \nMore advanced students work with scale\, tonal variation and more detail and color. A recent group of students made a series from four different flowers. \n  \nWe will use pencils\, charcoal\, colored pencils\, pens\, but a lesser extent watercolor ( always combined with pencils or pens). Great emphasis is on drawing real specimens and not necessarily working from photos. Small things are brought into the studio or from your home as models. \n  \nPlease come with your materials or at least a sketchbook and some pencils to the first class and learn about materials then. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/nature-drawing-and-fundamentals-of-drawing_afsaneh-michaels_-april-30-june-11-wednesday-930-1230-studio-1-7/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250423T192644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T192644Z
UID:71382-1749724200-1749735900@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Portraits from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 5th - July 10_ Thursdays 10:30 - 1:45 _ Studio Two
DESCRIPTION:Portraits from Photographs\nCarol Tarzier\nJune 5th – July 10 (6 sessions)\nThursdays 10:30 – 1:45\n120. for members 140 for guests\nStudio Two\nMax students 15\n\n\nAs with Landscapes from Photographs\, the class would alternate demos and lab days.  I’ll start with a demo from a photo in black and white\, covering the basics of facial structure and proportion.  Subsequent demos would cover brushstrokes\, paint technique\, composition.  We’d move on to the Zorn palette of black\, white\, Cad Red Light and Yellow Ochre.  One session would feature self-portraits – we’d take photos with strong lighting in the class\, and students would work from their iPads or laptops.  The class would give students an opportunity to finish their own portraits from photographs as well.  I’ve seen beautiful photos of people’s children and relatives\, and this class would give people the opportunity to turn these photos into paintings.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/portraits-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-5th-july-10_-thursdays-1030-145-_-studio-two-2/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250422T184435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T184435Z
UID:71359-1749738600-1749747600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler_May 22- June 26 _Thursdays 2:30- 5:00 pm_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Acrylic paints are amazing!  My job is to teach you to become a painter\, with a style that feels like your own\, with the tools you need. \nLearn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nThis is an 6 session class. The class is on Thursdays 2:30-5 pm. You can make up missed classes in the Friday morning class in studio 2 at 9:30 to noon. Just let me know. Make ups should be within the current class sessions. \nYou may be a beginner\, intermediate or advanced artist. Enroll in this class and if you like it\, stay in the class. Group discussion is helpful\, and your fellow painters grow to understand your process.  If you are a true beginner\, also check out my Friday Beginning with Color class. \nWheeler’s style is warm and friendly. She focuses on individual instruction\, group discussion and occasional class demonstrations. Students learn the quick and creative qualities of acrylic paints and mediums and how to turn acrylic paints into a flexible and luscious way to paint. \nWheeler encourages students to try new tools\, explore new ways of working and move toward their own style. She gives the encouragement needed to stay with a painting until it exceeds the class members highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler_may-22-june-26-_thursdays-230-500-pm_-studio-2-4/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250530T173259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T173259Z
UID:71529-1749807000-1749816000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Beginning with Color and Acrylics with Marcy Wheeler_  Fridays _ May 23- June 27 _  9:30 to 12:00 noon_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color and Acrylics  with Marcy Wheeler  \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nMay 23 to June 27\, 2025 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the paint and mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nAcrylics are wonderful and flexible. It washes up with water\, but when it dries\, it is a water proof polymer\, so wear “painting clothes”! \nThere are 6 session in this class.  Any Student may make up a missed Friday class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class (2:30- 5) in Studio 2. This should be done during the weeks of the class dates. Just let me know. \nOngoing Students\, advanced beginners \, intermediate advanced\, continue on their road as “not quite” beginners\, intermediate\, and advanced painters\, and cheer the beginners on! Learning continues with individual guidance from Marcy\, as usual. We often share our work at the end of the class and learn more about our own work from the other class members. \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing Beginners how to mix colors and play with acrylic paints. The beginners will work in the heart of the class together and will be greeted with fun projects to teach them the ins and outs of color and acrylic paints.  Bring the paints and supplies listed for beginners in the blue section in this listing.  (There is a Blick’s store at 5301 Broadway in Oakland.) You can order from DickBlick.com\, or Amazon. Marcy suggests you order 2oz tubes of paint until you commit to Acrylic Paints\, but you will use more of Titanium White than any other color\, so it won’t be wrong to buy a 5oz tube of Titanium White.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler_-fridays-_-may-23-june-27-_-930-to-1200-noon_-studio-2-5/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250423T192452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T192452Z
UID:71376-1749817800-1749832200@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 6th - July 11_  Fridays_ 12:30 - 4:30_ Studio One
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs\nJune 6th – July 11 (6 sessions)\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n$120/Members\n$140/ Guests\nStudio One\nMax students 20\n\nLandscape from Photographs” is about using photographs to create fresh and lively landscapes with the energy and color of Plein Air work. The series covers color mixing and creating color tones with a limited palette of three primary colors.   The class begins with materials and equipment that make painting fun\, and with designing the value structure in monochrome.   It moves to color mixing using atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, muted tones\, and soft grays.  Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground.  The class discusses colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, how to make a flat plane recede into the distance\, and which colors create a dynamic foreground.  Time permitting\, the class will cover transparency: how to make water look transparent\, how to paint waves\, and painting reflections. \nStudents bring their landscape photos to each class\, on a tablet or printed photos.  Oil and acrylic painters of all levels welcome. Class demonstrations are in oil. Acrylic instruction is individual. Oil painters please use odorless thinner only. \nCarol Tarzier has taught painting for many years at the Academy of Art University.  Her paintings have been represented in national shows and museums\, including the Salon International at the Greenhouse Gallery\, the Haggin Museum\, Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibition and at the California Art Club’s Gold Medal Show. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-6th-july-11_-fridays_-1230-430_-studio-one-2/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250423T192646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T192646Z
UID:71383-1750329000-1750340700@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Portraits from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 5th - July 10_ Thursdays 10:30 - 1:45 _ Studio Two
DESCRIPTION:Portraits from Photographs\nCarol Tarzier\nJune 5th – July 10 (6 sessions)\nThursdays 10:30 – 1:45\n120. for members 140 for guests\nStudio Two\nMax students 15\n\n\nAs with Landscapes from Photographs\, the class would alternate demos and lab days.  I’ll start with a demo from a photo in black and white\, covering the basics of facial structure and proportion.  Subsequent demos would cover brushstrokes\, paint technique\, composition.  We’d move on to the Zorn palette of black\, white\, Cad Red Light and Yellow Ochre.  One session would feature self-portraits – we’d take photos with strong lighting in the class\, and students would work from their iPads or laptops.  The class would give students an opportunity to finish their own portraits from photographs as well.  I’ve seen beautiful photos of people’s children and relatives\, and this class would give people the opportunity to turn these photos into paintings.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/portraits-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-5th-july-10_-thursdays-1030-145-_-studio-two-3/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250422T184436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T184436Z
UID:71360-1750343400-1750352400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler_May 22- June 26 _Thursdays 2:30- 5:00 pm_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Acrylic paints are amazing!  My job is to teach you to become a painter\, with a style that feels like your own\, with the tools you need. \nLearn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nThis is an 6 session class. The class is on Thursdays 2:30-5 pm. You can make up missed classes in the Friday morning class in studio 2 at 9:30 to noon. Just let me know. Make ups should be within the current class sessions. \nYou may be a beginner\, intermediate or advanced artist. Enroll in this class and if you like it\, stay in the class. Group discussion is helpful\, and your fellow painters grow to understand your process.  If you are a true beginner\, also check out my Friday Beginning with Color class. \nWheeler’s style is warm and friendly. She focuses on individual instruction\, group discussion and occasional class demonstrations. Students learn the quick and creative qualities of acrylic paints and mediums and how to turn acrylic paints into a flexible and luscious way to paint. \nWheeler encourages students to try new tools\, explore new ways of working and move toward their own style. She gives the encouragement needed to stay with a painting until it exceeds the class members highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler_may-22-june-26-_thursdays-230-500-pm_-studio-2-5/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250530T173259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T173259Z
UID:71530-1750411800-1750420800@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Beginning with Color and Acrylics with Marcy Wheeler_  Fridays _ May 23- June 27 _  9:30 to 12:00 noon_ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color and Acrylics  with Marcy Wheeler  \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nMay 23 to June 27\, 2025 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the paint and mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \nAcrylics are wonderful and flexible. It washes up with water\, but when it dries\, it is a water proof polymer\, so wear “painting clothes”! \nThere are 6 session in this class.  Any Student may make up a missed Friday class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class (2:30- 5) in Studio 2. This should be done during the weeks of the class dates. Just let me know. \nOngoing Students\, advanced beginners \, intermediate advanced\, continue on their road as “not quite” beginners\, intermediate\, and advanced painters\, and cheer the beginners on! Learning continues with individual guidance from Marcy\, as usual. We often share our work at the end of the class and learn more about our own work from the other class members. \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing Beginners how to mix colors and play with acrylic paints. The beginners will work in the heart of the class together and will be greeted with fun projects to teach them the ins and outs of color and acrylic paints.  Bring the paints and supplies listed for beginners in the blue section in this listing.  (There is a Blick’s store at 5301 Broadway in Oakland.) You can order from DickBlick.com\, or Amazon. Marcy suggests you order 2oz tubes of paint until you commit to Acrylic Paints\, but you will use more of Titanium White than any other color\, so it won’t be wrong to buy a 5oz tube of Titanium White.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler_-fridays-_-may-23-june-27-_-930-to-1200-noon_-studio-2-6/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250423T192454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T192454Z
UID:71377-1750422600-1750437000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs_ Carol Tarzier_ June 6th - July 11_  Fridays_ 12:30 - 4:30_ Studio One
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs\nJune 6th – July 11 (6 sessions)\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n$120/Members\n$140/ Guests\nStudio One\nMax students 20\n\nLandscape from Photographs” is about using photographs to create fresh and lively landscapes with the energy and color of Plein Air work. The series covers color mixing and creating color tones with a limited palette of three primary colors.   The class begins with materials and equipment that make painting fun\, and with designing the value structure in monochrome.   It moves to color mixing using atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, muted tones\, and soft grays.  Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground.  The class discusses colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, how to make a flat plane recede into the distance\, and which colors create a dynamic foreground.  Time permitting\, the class will cover transparency: how to make water look transparent\, how to paint waves\, and painting reflections. \nStudents bring their landscape photos to each class\, on a tablet or printed photos.  Oil and acrylic painters of all levels welcome. Class demonstrations are in oil. Acrylic instruction is individual. Oil painters please use odorless thinner only. \nCarol Tarzier has taught painting for many years at the Academy of Art University.  Her paintings have been represented in national shows and museums\, including the Salon International at the Greenhouse Gallery\, the Haggin Museum\, Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibition and at the California Art Club’s Gold Medal Show. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs_-carol-tarzier_-june-6th-july-11_-fridays_-1230-430_-studio-one-3/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T111638
CREATED:20250622T192525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T192525Z
UID:71584-1750550400-1750550400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Mix Media/ Layering Technique/_with Lidia Turner_ Tues_ 1pm-4 pm_June 17\, 24 and July 1_ Studio 2_
DESCRIPTION:Mixed Media/ Layering Technique \nBeginners and Intermediate \nLidia Turner \nJune 17\, 24 and July 1. \n Tuesdays 1-4pm \n maximum spaces: 14 \n  \n  \nIn this hands-on workshop\, explore the infinite visual expressions that can be created using Mixed Media. \n  \nMixed media combines contrasting color paints and textures\, building interesting structures using layering techniques\, acrylic paint\, and found objects.  Each student will design and make their composition during the workshop. \nLidia will guide you step-by-step with demonstrations that enable you to create a surprising composition using simple tools and techniques. \nYou will create a figurative or abstract painting while you enjoy giving the everyday tools a new and creative use. This workshop will enhance the creativity of those who don’t have any artistic background\, as well as those seasoned artists who have not yet discovered the amazing world of mixed media.  \nYou should come to class with the following materials: \n3 or more canvas\, boards or wood panels\, medium size (between 12”-20”). \n  \nHigh Flow Acrylic (at least 3 colors in small containers)\, Regular acrylic paint\, any color and brand (please include white).  \n  \nGloss medium and heavy matte gel (every other gel is optional) from Liquitex or Golden \nFound objects can include: \nPapers- paper towel\, tissue paper\, corrugated cardboard. \nSmall pieces of fabric \nBeads\, stones\, mosaics\, old jewelry pieces\, chains\, wire\, fiber\, sand\, ground coffee\, etc. \nAny small pieces of metal\, wire\, mesh\, etc. \nBring to class your enthusiasm and willingness to discover your artistic talent!  By the end of the session\, you will understand that creativity has no boundaries\, and that you have developed your skills to embrace new techniques and to create amazing art. \n  \n Cell: (818) 512-7179 \n  \nEmail: lidia.turner07@gmail.com \n  \nInstagram: lidia.turner.art  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/mix-media-layering-technique-_with-lidia-turner_-tues_-1pm-4-pm_june-17-24-and-july-1_-studio-2_-2/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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UID:71583-1750550400-1750550400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Mix Media/ Layering Technique/_with Lidia Turner_ Tues_ 1pm-4 pm_June 17\, 24 and July 1_ Studio 2_
DESCRIPTION:Mixed Media/ Layering Technique \nBeginners and Intermediate \nLidia Turner \nJune 17\, 24 and July 1. \n Tuesdays 1-4pm \n maximum spaces: 14 \n  \n  \nIn this hands-on workshop\, explore the infinite visual expressions that can be created using Mixed Media. \n  \nMixed media combines contrasting color paints and textures\, building interesting structures using layering techniques\, acrylic paint\, and found objects.  Each student will design and make their composition during the workshop. \nLidia will guide you step-by-step with demonstrations that enable you to create a surprising composition using simple tools and techniques. \nYou will create a figurative or abstract painting while you enjoy giving the everyday tools a new and creative use. This workshop will enhance the creativity of those who don’t have any artistic background\, as well as those seasoned artists who have not yet discovered the amazing world of mixed media.  \nYou should come to class with the following materials: \n3 or more canvas\, boards or wood panels\, medium size (between 12”-20”). \n  \nHigh Flow Acrylic (at least 3 colors in small containers)\, Regular acrylic paint\, any color and brand (please include white).  \n  \nGloss medium and heavy matte gel (every other gel is optional) from Liquitex or Golden \nFound objects can include: \nPapers- paper towel\, tissue paper\, corrugated cardboard. \nSmall pieces of fabric \nBeads\, stones\, mosaics\, old jewelry pieces\, chains\, wire\, fiber\, sand\, ground coffee\, etc. \nAny small pieces of metal\, wire\, mesh\, etc. \nBring to class your enthusiasm and willingness to discover your artistic talent!  By the end of the session\, you will understand that creativity has no boundaries\, and that you have developed your skills to embrace new techniques and to create amazing art. \n  \n Cell: (818) 512-7179 \n  \nEmail: lidia.turner07@gmail.com \n  \nInstagram: lidia.turner.art  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/mix-media-layering-technique-_with-lidia-turner_-tues_-1pm-4-pm_june-17-24-and-july-1_-studio-2_/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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UID:71497-1750757400-1750768200@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:General Painting-with Afsaneh Michaels_June 24-August 5_  Tuesday 9:30-12:30 pm
DESCRIPTION:General Painting- Landscapes\, Still life\, Portraits\, Abstracts. with sketches\, photos\, etc. \nBeginner to advanced  \n  \nJune 24-August 5\, 2025  \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \n  \nThis painting course starts you with detailed introduction of materials from brushes to  colors and helps you understand the painting process from beginning to end. You’ll learn about preparing the painting surface\, composition\, sketching your subject\, color theory and the use of color\, paint-handling\, how brushes work as well the basics: form\, line weight\, volume and shading with paint. You will have at least one or two completed paintings at the end of the class. \n  \nBeginners start painting from still life set ups in the studio_sketching for painting then onto painting on canvas with acrylics\, oil colors or water-based oil paints. Materials are discussed along with how to plan and compose a painting and various painting techniques. Watercolorists: Please join if you already know how to use your medium. \nIntermediate and advanced artists may paint two or three paintings and use more advanced techniques. \n  \nCome with your existing setup with colors\, brushes\, pencils\, and other tools plus your \nsketchbook and canvas. The first class will include a discussion of materials and supports (canvas\, paper or boards). For questions please email the instructor. \n  \nInstructor: Afsaneh Michaels\, AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nJune 24-August 5\, 2025 \nTuesday 9:30-12:30 pm \nCost: $210.00 residents\, non-residents $230.00 \nPlace: Studio 1 \nNumber of Students: 14 \nMaterials: Your medium of choice and your setup plus your sketchbook and a canvas or a support of your choice. For more information about colors and brush and other painting materials please email the instructor
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/general-painting-with-afsaneh-michaels_june-24-august-5_-tuesday-930-1230-pm/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T123000
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UID:71505-1750843800-1750854600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing _Afsaneh Michaels _ June 25- August 6_ Wednesdays 9:30-12:30 Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Nature Drawing and Fundamentals of Drawing \nJune 25- August 6 \, 2025  \nWednesdays  9:30-12:30 \nStudio 1 \n Nature drawing has a way of bringing your body and soul in synch with nature and helps you stay in the calm and quiet of the moment. Drawing concentrates your mind and helps you see the world in a new way. In nature drawing you can bring natural things into your home\, on vacation\, outdoors with friends\, anywhere you wish with just a small sketchbook and some pencils. \nWe learn the fundamentals of drawing and visual thinking in a detailed and methodical way over several weeks with a lot practice and attention from the instructor. You will learn about form\, shading\, line weight\, and composition and color and make lively\, interesting and beautiful drawings. A wide range of materials and mediums are gradually introduced along with demonstrations. \nIn my classes we work together in a cohesive environment without judgement where you get to see and appreciate a variety of art and inspire each other. You draw as beginners\, intermediate students\, and more experienced students all in one class\, each group working on material appropriate to their group\, overlaps are encouraged among the various levels. \nBeginners learn the basics of form\, line and value/shading and learn to draw branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits or vegetable\, and an animal\, bird or insect. At the end of class you’ll have at least one drawing with three or four components and probably more. Beginners come to the first class half an hour early to meet and greet and to get the beginner materials.  \nIntermediate students draw more complex scenery or a still life with natural elements in it\, perhaps work on a series and learn to use color (optional) with colored pencils\, pastels\, or watercolor. This group produces several drawings\, some in color and some in graphite or charcoal pencil. \nMore advanced students work with scale\, tonal variation and more detail and color. A recent group of students made a series from four different flowers. \nWe will use pencils\, charcoal\, colored pencils\, pens\, but a lesser extent watercolor ( always combined with pencils or pens). Great emphasis is on drawing real specimens and not necessarily working from photos. Small things are brought into the studio or from your home as models. \nPlease come with your materials or at least a sketchbook and some pencils to the first class and learn about materials then. \nInstructor: Afsaneh Michaels  AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nDates: June 24- August 6\, 2025 \nWednesdays: 9:30- 12:30 \nClass Fee: $210.00 Members.   $230.00 Non-members \nPlace: studio 1 \nNumber of students: 18 \nMaterials: Sketchbook: 93-120 Ibs. weight of your choice. Pencils: 6B\, 5B\, 4B\, 3B\, 2B\, B\, F\, H\, 2H\, 4H. Set of charcoal pencils.  Pink/white eraser.  kneaded rubber eraser. Pencil sharpener. Gray scale.  Blending stumps.  Small ruler\, \nSet of colored pencils if you choose color (Prismacolor is ideal but other brands work too). \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/nature-drawing-and-fundamentals-of-drawing-_afsaneh-michaels-_-june-25-august-6_-wednesdays-930-1230-studio-1/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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