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SUMMARY:Beginning/Intermediate  Watercolor Painting with Ronald Pratt __ Jan 11th to Mar 14th__ Thurs 9am to 11:30am __ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting  with Ronald Pratt \nWinter 2024 __ January 11- March 14 __ 10 weeks \nRossmoor Gateway Complex\, Painting Studio 1\, Thursdays 9-11:30\, Studio 1\n \n For me winter is the time to settle down in a warm studio\, put on some good music\, make a warm drink for myself and get some serious painting done.  There are few outside distractions due to cold\, rainy weather.  This is the time I can focus the best and get some really creative painting done. \nIf you are the type that enjoys creative activity in the winter months the Rossmoor Art Association is offering a watercolor painting class at the Activity Center on Thursday Mornings designed for you.  Come and join other creative people in a fun and relaxing atmosphere and see what your creative muse has been waiting to unleash.  This class focuses on teaching people the fundamentals of watercolor painting and encourages everyone to explore their own creativity.  Subject matter will include a winter scene\, portrait painting\, a colorful bird scene and a semi-abstract painting. \nThis watercolor painting class will be at the Gateway Complex\, Painting Studio 1 on Thursday Mornings from 9 am to 11:30 am.  This 10 week class will run from Jan 11th to Mar 21st at a cost of $140.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents or non-members\, the class fee is $160.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Suggested materials will be discussed at the first class. \nTo register go to the Rossmoor Art Association Website (www.rossmoorart.com.) 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. \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-__-jan-11th-to-mar-14th__-thurs-9am-to-1130am-__-studio-1/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drawing in Charcoal with Carol Tarzier_ Wednesdays 1-4 pm_ Jan 10 -Feb 21 _  Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:“Drawing in Charcoal”\nWednesdays 1-4 pm\nWednesday 1/10 – Wednesday 2/21\nSkips Wednesday 2/7\nStudio 2\nMembers  $108\,  Non members $128\n\nThis beginning drawing is geared towards artists drawing in charcoal for the first time and building charcoal drawing skills.  We will work on creating solid forms with charcoal.  The class starts with simple shapes like eggs and cylinders\, creating the form and on the cast shadow with the emphasis on values\, then ellipses and simple perspective.  We will move to black and white portraits in the last couple of sessions\, working from your photographs.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/drawing-in-charcoal-with-carol-tarzier_-wednesdays-1-4-pm_-jan-10-feb-21-_-studio-2/
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:20240110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
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SUMMARY:Drawing From Nature with Afsaneh Michaels _January 10-February 14 _  Wednesdays 9:30-12:00 _ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Drawing From Nature with Afsaneh Michaels\n \nJanuary 10 -February 14\,  2024  \nWednesdays 9:30-12:00\, Studio 1 \n  \nNature drawing has a way of bringing your body and soul in sync with nature and helps you get lost in the calm and quiet of the moment. Drawing helps you concentrate your mind and gives you an understanding of the world like no other art. In this class you are introduced or continue to deepen your drawing practice. Beginners learn to draw branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits\, vegetables\, and birds.  Intermediate student artists draw more complex scenery\, perhaps add color. More advanced students work with scale\, perspective\, and more detail as well as color. \nIn this way of drawing\, you learn age-old drawing methods in a detailed and methodical way. You will learn about\, form\, shading\,  line weight and composition and make lively\, interesting\, and beautiful drawings. A wide range of mediums are introduced as part of the class in demos. The instructor works closely with every individual. \nWe will use pencil\, charcoal\, colored pencils\, or pastels\, and to a lesser extent watercolor combined with pencil. Emphasis is on drawing from real specimens and not necessarily working from photos. Small things are brought into the studio or into your home as models. \nPlease come with your sketchbook and pencils (dark or colored) and plan to have fun. A basic kit of materials can be purchased from the instructor by prior (at least a week ahead) arrangement.  Studio 1 is the place to meet\, some days we might move to studio 2 if there is remodeling work going on in studio 1. \n  \nInstructor: Afsaneh A Michaels \nEmail: AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nDates: January 10- February 14 \nWednesday: 9:30-12:00 pm. \nCost: $ 175.00 Members   $195.00 Non-members \nPlace: Studio 1 \nNumber of students: 18           Materials: Sketchbook\, pencils (lead-2H\, 2B\, 4B\, 6B\, 8B)\, Charcoal pencils (medium\, dark\, white) colored pencils (a full set). Email instructor for further info on materials.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/drawing-from-nature-with-afsaneh-michaels-_january-10-february-14-_-wednesdays-930-1200-_-studio-1/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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SUMMARY:Painting Momentum with Anna George _ Tuesdays  1-4 _Jan 9 through Feb 20 _ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Painting Momentum with Anna George    Tuesdays  1-4     Jan 9 through Feb 20 \n7 weeks      $150 members  $170 non members\nSurround yourself with ideas\, ambient light\, and open your paintbox! My style is to offer you constant support at your easel\, where you are painting what you love. Whether you’re a beginner or hold an MFA\, we take a fresh look together at painting fundamentals\, and have fun. \nA brand-new artist? Are you starting a new painting or revisiting a piece? Work your individual style in oils or acrylics\, abstract or representational. As you develop your image you’ll learn to skirt common pitfalls in this convivial class that has run for eleven years. \nI enjoying helping you develop good sequencing in the painting process. We simplify new and age-old painting concepts through discourse\, demonstrations\, and handouts. Learn about form\, light\, composition\, values\, atmospheric perspective\, color mixing and placement\, mediums\, etc. When painters request a special focus or demo I’m happy to oblige. \nConnect the dots of composition\, color partnering\, and specialized technique that fit your style. You choose source material; I recommend an 8×10 photograph. In the studio we share as we go\, support each other\, and bring some levity. \nHaving been a full-time artist for decades\, I bring that experience to classes. In my years teaching I’ve witnessed a lot of success and feel proud of the artistic growth. Beginners are welcome! We encourage each other\, and the final class is all about that\, and part festival–a showing of work/pieces in progress with scrumptious things to eat. \nAfter exhibiting in the U.S. and Italy\, in galleries\, museum shows\, etc.\, I continue to show abstract and representational work. And I offer painted silkwear. See my pieces locally and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about a current show of my work nearby. \nOn Tuesday afternoons\, for a few fine hours\, we let go of the outer world and immerse. Beginners can get a materials list\, a consult\, plus guidance choosing quality materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrolment needs. Become a current RAA member ($10) and then enroll well ahead of the start date\, please. Welcome–see you in the bright new year!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-momentum-with-anna-george-_-tuesdays-1-4-_jan-9-through-feb-20-_-studio-1/
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:20240109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
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SUMMARY:Painting the Natural World and Abstraction  _Afsaneh Michaels_   January 9 - February 13\, 2024_  Tuesday 9:30-12:00  _Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Painting the Natural World and Abstraction \nAfsaneh Michaels \nJanuary 9 – February 13\, 2024 \nTuesday 9:30-12:00  Studio 1\n \n  \nIn this course you will learn to draw and paint objects brought into the studio from nature placed within still-life setup; the use of photographs will be allowed to some extent.  Beginning students and intermediate students and the more advanced students work in the same class. It is recommended that students who are new to art practice take Afsaneh’s natural world drawing class first to get familiar with the fundamentals of drawing which is the basis of painting as well. \nThis class is similar to natural world drawing class in that it lays out detailed methods in painting and color\, while taking color into the mix more deeply. You will learn about form\, line weight\, shading\, composition and an overall handling of the picture space and make lively\, interesting and beautiful paintings. A variety of color mediums (including acrylics\, oils\, or water soluble oil colors\, oil pastels etc.) can be used on paper as well as on canvas or board. \nThis class will also include some basic understanding and techniques of abstraction while studying the perception and rendering of the picture space in different contexts. Some students may choose to follow this route and make more abstract paintings. \nCome with your existing setup with colors\, brushes\, pencils\, pastels and other tools plus your sketchbook and a canvas paper pad. The first class will include a discussion of materials and supports (canvas\, paper or boards). For questions please email the instructor. \nTeacher: Afsaneh Michaels\, AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nDate: January 9 – February 13\, 2024 \nTuesday 9:30-12:00 A.M. \nCost: $175.00\, non-residents $195.00 \nPlace:  Studio 1 \nMaterials: Your medium of choice and setup plus your sketchbook and a canvas paper pad. For more information on materials please email the instructor \nNumber of Students: 12
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-the-natural-world-and-abstraction-_afsaneh-michaels_-january-9-february-13-2024_-tuesday-930-1200-_studio-1/
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:20240105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123010Z
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SUMMARY:WATERCOLORS When Less Is More_ Anna George_ Fridays 1-4pm  _Jan 5 - Feb 23_  Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:“WATERCOLORS When Less Is More”\nFriday 1-4pm\n\nJan    5   –   Feb   23\n8 weeks\n\nStudio 2\n$155/175\n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever thought to try watercolors or pick up where you left off\, and wish for personal attention as you paint\, this  class for you. At the outset we will pursue an understanding of materials and tools in order to develop strokes and washes. Using simple shapes and techniques to learn how the brush loads and carries water and pigments\, we’ll be feeling the difference of “less is more”. Students will be able to complete a number of studies and paintings in this eight-week series.\n \nYears ago I did a thesis on watercolor. I then traveled for a year outside the US. The images I brought home were watercolor only\, no camera at all. This was my medium for decades. Recently my watercolor work has been on silk as well as cold-pressed Arches paper. I will include a silk demo to introduce the silk superflow\, and students can opt to give it a try. \n \nYes\, watercolor painting can be simple\, fun\, and elegant. Join the RAA for $10\, then register for the class.  Quality ingredients make all the difference. Winsor & Newton Pro\, Daniel Smith\, Schminke. One can start with a handful of select pigments and brushes\, plus Arches cold-pressed papers. Call me for extra details (925) 783 9000. Welcome aboard\, see you in the bright and shiny new year! 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/watercolors-when-less-is-more_-anna-george_-fridays-1-4pm-_jan-5-feb-23_-studio-2/
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:20240105T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240105T043000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123036Z
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UID:67908-1704457800-1704429000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Fruit Flowers Flora and Food with Carol Tarzier _ Fridays 12:30-4:30 _January 5-March 8_Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:“Fruit Flowers Flora and Food”\nJanuary 5th-March 8th\n\nFridays 12:30-4:30\n\n10 weeks Studio 1\n\n$20/session total $200\n\n\nFruit Flowers Flora and Food (Oil/Acrylic) \nCarol Tarzier \nThis Still Life class explores painting the still life through organic objects and forms – fruits\, vegetables\, and flowers.  We’ll work mostly on smaller paintings\, 10” square or smaller.  The class emphasizes creating light on forms and using strong value contrast.  We use a simple palette\, six colors or fewer\, and the class features intensive work on color mixing\, composition\, warm versus cool\, and creating that beautiful glow in your still life work. \nTopics/ Schedule \nClass #1 \nMaterials review/ Color mixing \nTopic – Making Shapes \nDemo – Eggs\, Apples \nClass #2 – Lab \nClass #3 \nTopic – Shadow and Light colors \nDemo – Fruit – Apples\, Tangerines\, Oranges\, Grapes \nClass #4 – Lab \nClass #5 \nTopic – Composition and Edges \nDemo Vegetables – Beets\, Tomatoes\, Cucumbers\, Onions \nClass #6 – Lab \nClass #7 \nTopic – Transparency\, Textures\, Edges\, Brushstrokes \nDemo – Flowers \nClass #8 – Lab \nClass #9 – \nTopic – Textures\, Working on a Dark Background \nDemo – Food with Metal\, Plates/ Ellipses \nClass #10 – Critique
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/fruit-flowers-flora-and-food-with-carol-tarzier-_-fridays-1230-430-_january-5-march-8_studio-1/
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:20240105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123119Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) with Marcy Wheeler __Fridays 9:30-Noon __January 5 to February 9 __Studio 2__ 6 classes
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) \nwith Marcy Wheeler \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nJanuary 4-February 9 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-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. Beginners Materials Fee is $50.00 paid by check or cash to Marcy Wheeler on 1st class meeting. You get to keep the wonderful Golden Paints (5 tubes) and several new and used brushes. \nOngoing Students continue on their road as “not quite” beginners\, intermediate\, and advanced painters\, and will be cheering beginners on! Learning continues with gentle guidance from Marcy and each other\, 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. If you are an ongoing student\, you are in charge of your own material purchases. \nAny Student may make up a missed class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class in Studio 2.  A student may also make up a class at her private studio on Boulevard Way\, Thursday mornings 9:30 to 12\, with advance notice. Contact Marcy at 925 787-9159. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler-__fridays-930-noon-__january-5-to-february-9-__studio-2__-6-classes/
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:20240104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123044Z
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SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler _ Thursdays _ Jan 4th- Feb 8th  Thursdays 2:00-4:30* _ Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler on Thursday Afternoons\n \nJanuary 4th- February 8th \nStudio 2\n \nThursdays 2:00-4:30* \n*note earlier starting time (new winter hours) \n  \nMarcy Wheeler 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. \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \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 student’s highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished! \nTuition is $120 for six classes for RAA members\, for non-members\, tuition is $140. \nIn addition to teaching at Rossmoor\, Wheeler has taught at Lafayette Studio\, Walnut Creek Civic Arts\, Yosemite Art Center and for more than 22 years at her own studio. Wheeler has a BFA in Painting from the University of Illinois\, and she studied for many years in the studio of Louise Smith\, a painting instructor at UC Berkeley. She is a founding member of Bay Area Studio Artists \nContact: Marcy@marcywheeler.com      See more of Marcy’s work at MarcyWheeler.com \nSee BASA work at: https://bayareastudioartists.com/ \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler-_-thursdays-_-jan-4th-feb-8th-thursdays-200-430-_-studio-2/
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:20231226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123251Z
UID:67980-1703595600-1703606400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:“Painting Momentum” with Anna George_  Nov 7 - Dec 26_ Tuesdays_ 1-4_ Studio 1   
DESCRIPTION:“Painting Momentum” \nAnna George \nNov 7 – Dec 26 \n$180 for members—- $200 for non-member or non-resident \nStudio 1    Tuesdays     1-4 \nSurround yourself with ideas\, ambient light\, and your painting tools! Whether you’re a beginner or hold an MFA\, we take a fresh look together at fundamentals. My style is to offer you constant support at your easels\, where you are painting what you love. \nAre you a brand-new artist? Are you starting a new painting or revisiting a piece? Whether abstract or representational\, work your individual style in oils or acrylics. (Water-colorists also join this series.) Try fresh ideas. Skirt common pitfalls in this convivial class that has run for eleven years. \nI enjoying helping you develop good sequencing in the painting process. Typically we simplify new and age-old painting concepts with short demonstrations and handouts and a bit of levity. I offer information on form\, light\, composition\, values\, atmospheric perspective\, color mixing\, media\, etc. I’m happy to oblige when painters request a special focus or demo. \nConnect the dots of composition\, color partnering\, and technique that fit your style. Paint using sources you choose\, preferably photographic\, and share your progress with others. In Studio 1 we all help each other. \nHaving been a full-time artist for decades\, I bring that learning to Studio 1. In eleven years here\, I’ve witnessed a lot of student success and feel proud of it. Beginners are most welcome. Our Tuesday studio is a warm place—we have fun\, we encourage each other\, and the final class is part paint session\, part festival–we celebrate with a showing of finished work and pieces in progress while enjoying scrumptious things to eat and drink. \nI’ve exhibited in the U.S. and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and offer painted silkwear. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news on upcoming show of my work nearby. \nI hope you\, too\, will look forward to Tuesday afternoons\, when for a few fine hours\, we let go of the outer world. Beginners may request a materials list and a consult if desired\, plus guidance on choosing quality materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Enroll well ahead of the start date\, please. See you in November!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-momentum-with-anna-george_-nov-7-dec-26_-tuesdays_-1-4_-studio-1-8/
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:20231222T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123340Z
UID:68001-1703237400-1703246400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) with Marcy Wheeler __Fridays 9:30-Noon __Studio 2__ November 10 – December 22 __6 classes
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) \nwith Marcy Wheeler \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nNovember 10 – December 22 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing absolute 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. Beginners Materials Fee is $50.00 paid by check or cash to Marcy Wheeler on 1st class meeting. You get to keep the wonderful Golden Paints (5 tubes) and several new and used brushes. \nOngoing Students continue on their road as intermediate and advanced painters\, and will be cheering beginners on! Learning continues with gentle guidance from Marcy and each other\, 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. If you are an ongoing student\, you are in charge of your own material purchases. \nAny Student may make up a missed class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class in Studio 2.  A student may also make up a class at her private studio on Boulevard Way\, Thursday mornings 9:30 to 12\, with advance notice. Contact Marcy at 925 787-9159. \nNo Class the day after Thanksgiving!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler-__fridays-930-noon-__studio-2__-november-10-december-22-__6-classes-7/
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:20231221T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123415Z
UID:68022-1703125800-1703178000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler__Starting Nov 9 to Dec 21__6 weeks__Thursdays 2:30-5:00__Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Marcy Wheeler 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. \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \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 student’s highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished! \nTuition is $120 for six classes for RAA members\, for non-members\, tuition is $140. No Class on Thanksgiving!! See blue sidebar for a materials list. \nIn addition to teaching at Rossmoor\, Wheeler has taught at Lafayette Studio\, Walnut Creek Civic Arts\, Yosemite Art Center and for more than 22 years at her own studio. Wheeler has a BFA in Painting from the University of Illinois\, and she studied for many years in the studio of Louise Smith\, a painting instructor at UC Berkeley. She is a founding member of Bay Area Studio Artists. \nMarcy@marcywheeler.com \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler__starting-nov-9-to-dec-21__6-weeks__thursdays-230-500__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:20231219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123250Z
UID:67979-1702990800-1703001600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:“Painting Momentum” with Anna George_  Nov 7 - Dec 26_ Tuesdays_ 1-4_ Studio 1   
DESCRIPTION:“Painting Momentum” \nAnna George \nNov 7 – Dec 26 \n$180 for members—- $200 for non-member or non-resident \nStudio 1    Tuesdays     1-4 \nSurround yourself with ideas\, ambient light\, and your painting tools! Whether you’re a beginner or hold an MFA\, we take a fresh look together at fundamentals. My style is to offer you constant support at your easels\, where you are painting what you love. \nAre you a brand-new artist? Are you starting a new painting or revisiting a piece? Whether abstract or representational\, work your individual style in oils or acrylics. (Water-colorists also join this series.) Try fresh ideas. Skirt common pitfalls in this convivial class that has run for eleven years. \nI enjoying helping you develop good sequencing in the painting process. Typically we simplify new and age-old painting concepts with short demonstrations and handouts and a bit of levity. I offer information on form\, light\, composition\, values\, atmospheric perspective\, color mixing\, media\, etc. I’m happy to oblige when painters request a special focus or demo. \nConnect the dots of composition\, color partnering\, and technique that fit your style. Paint using sources you choose\, preferably photographic\, and share your progress with others. In Studio 1 we all help each other. \nHaving been a full-time artist for decades\, I bring that learning to Studio 1. In eleven years here\, I’ve witnessed a lot of student success and feel proud of it. Beginners are most welcome. Our Tuesday studio is a warm place—we have fun\, we encourage each other\, and the final class is part paint session\, part festival–we celebrate with a showing of finished work and pieces in progress while enjoying scrumptious things to eat and drink. \nI’ve exhibited in the U.S. and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and offer painted silkwear. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news on upcoming show of my work nearby. \nI hope you\, too\, will look forward to Tuesday afternoons\, when for a few fine hours\, we let go of the outer world. Beginners may request a materials list and a consult if desired\, plus guidance on choosing quality materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Enroll well ahead of the start date\, please. See you in November!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-momentum-with-anna-george_-nov-7-dec-26_-tuesdays_-1-4_-studio-1-7/
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:20231215T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123412Z
UID:68019-1702643400-1702657800@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier__starting Nov 3rd\, Fridays 12:30-4:30__Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier\n\nNovember 3rd through December 15th\, skipping the Friday of Thanksgiving week\nLocated in Studio One __6 Classes\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n\n“Landscapes 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 and atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, mixed muted tones\, and soft grays.   Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground. \n  \nThe class moves on to colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, color changes on a flat plane to make it 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. \n  \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  \nThe class is limited to 20 students\, and pre-enrollment is required.  For questions\, email Carol Tarzier at tarzier@tarzier.com.   View examples of Tarzier’s work at www.tarzier.com or https://www.facebook.com/CarolTarzierFineArt.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs-with-carol-tarzier__starting-nov-3rd-fridays-1230-430__studio-1-7/
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:20231215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123339Z
UID:67997-1702632600-1702641600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) with Marcy Wheeler __Fridays 9:30-Noon __Studio 2__ November 10 – December 22 __6 classes
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) \nwith Marcy Wheeler \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nNovember 10 – December 22 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing absolute 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. Beginners Materials Fee is $50.00 paid by check or cash to Marcy Wheeler on 1st class meeting. You get to keep the wonderful Golden Paints (5 tubes) and several new and used brushes. \nOngoing Students continue on their road as intermediate and advanced painters\, and will be cheering beginners on! Learning continues with gentle guidance from Marcy and each other\, 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. If you are an ongoing student\, you are in charge of your own material purchases. \nAny Student may make up a missed class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class in Studio 2.  A student may also make up a class at her private studio on Boulevard Way\, Thursday mornings 9:30 to 12\, with advance notice. Contact Marcy at 925 787-9159. \nNo Class the day after Thanksgiving!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler-__fridays-930-noon-__studio-2__-november-10-december-22-__6-classes-6/
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:20231214T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123414Z
UID:68021-1702521000-1702573200@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler__Starting Nov 9 to Dec 21__6 weeks__Thursdays 2:30-5:00__Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Marcy Wheeler 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. \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \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 student’s highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished! \nTuition is $120 for six classes for RAA members\, for non-members\, tuition is $140. No Class on Thanksgiving!! See blue sidebar for a materials list. \nIn addition to teaching at Rossmoor\, Wheeler has taught at Lafayette Studio\, Walnut Creek Civic Arts\, Yosemite Art Center and for more than 22 years at her own studio. Wheeler has a BFA in Painting from the University of Illinois\, and she studied for many years in the studio of Louise Smith\, a painting instructor at UC Berkeley. She is a founding member of Bay Area Studio Artists. \nMarcy@marcywheeler.com \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler__starting-nov-9-to-dec-21__6-weeks__thursdays-230-500__studio-2-6/
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:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123255Z
UID:67983-1702461600-1702472400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Paints + Papers + Prints with Anna George__ Nov 1 - Dec 13__ Wed  10am - 1pm__ Studio 2     
DESCRIPTION:Paints  +  Papers  +  Prints \nAnna George\n \nNov 1 – Dec 13        6 classes\, no class on 11/22\n\n\n$180 members   $200 for non members or non residents      \nWed  10am – 1pm            Studio 2     \n\n  \nIt’s good to invent and play and relax into light adventure as surfaces transform in ways that are both planned and unexpected. I help you combine\, layer\, design and build richness. Following simple principles of composition to make each move with confidence\, we’ll simply add one step to the next to build. You are bringing with you the finest ingredient–your imagination. In Studio 2 our art-making is genuinely fun; gelli printing can be a delightful series component if the class wishes. \n“Paints ~ Papers ~ Prints” allows us to complete several pieces. No experience necessary. Guided projects at the outset involve working on boards\, paper\, or canvas and selecting from an assortment of ingredients. Members may utilize their own materials\, or if preferred\, arrange to use materials I provide. \nCollect interesting papers\, pages and found materials which resonate\, and the odd tool to work them\, and I’lI offer you techniques which complement your intention and style. Some tools and adhesives for layering are provided. Go for simplicity or build depth and dimension—the choices are endless and results are often exciting. \nI enjoy sharing what I love. After being a full-time artist for decades which included a successful history of custom work for clients\, I am happy to be in my 11th year of teaching here. I often feel proud of my students’ growth. Studio 2 is our haven\, a warm place where we uplift each other as we learn. In our final class we celebrate with a group showing of finished work and pieces in progress and a little repast. \nI’ve exhibited in the US and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and I paint on silk. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news of upcoming shows of my work nearby. \nI offer on request a suggested materials list and guidance on choosing materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Registration must be completed on the website in advance. Thanks for joining me. See you in November! No class 11/22. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/paints-papers-prints-with-anna-george__-nov-1-dec-13__-wed-10am-1pm__-studio-2-7/
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:20231212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123249Z
UID:67977-1702386000-1702396800@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:“Painting Momentum” with Anna George_  Nov 7 - Dec 26_ Tuesdays_ 1-4_ Studio 1   
DESCRIPTION:“Painting Momentum” \nAnna George \nNov 7 – Dec 26 \n$180 for members—- $200 for non-member or non-resident \nStudio 1    Tuesdays     1-4 \nSurround yourself with ideas\, ambient light\, and your painting tools! Whether you’re a beginner or hold an MFA\, we take a fresh look together at fundamentals. My style is to offer you constant support at your easels\, where you are painting what you love. \nAre you a brand-new artist? Are you starting a new painting or revisiting a piece? Whether abstract or representational\, work your individual style in oils or acrylics. (Water-colorists also join this series.) Try fresh ideas. Skirt common pitfalls in this convivial class that has run for eleven years. \nI enjoying helping you develop good sequencing in the painting process. Typically we simplify new and age-old painting concepts with short demonstrations and handouts and a bit of levity. I offer information on form\, light\, composition\, values\, atmospheric perspective\, color mixing\, media\, etc. I’m happy to oblige when painters request a special focus or demo. \nConnect the dots of composition\, color partnering\, and technique that fit your style. Paint using sources you choose\, preferably photographic\, and share your progress with others. In Studio 1 we all help each other. \nHaving been a full-time artist for decades\, I bring that learning to Studio 1. In eleven years here\, I’ve witnessed a lot of student success and feel proud of it. Beginners are most welcome. Our Tuesday studio is a warm place—we have fun\, we encourage each other\, and the final class is part paint session\, part festival–we celebrate with a showing of finished work and pieces in progress while enjoying scrumptious things to eat and drink. \nI’ve exhibited in the U.S. and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and offer painted silkwear. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news on upcoming show of my work nearby. \nI hope you\, too\, will look forward to Tuesday afternoons\, when for a few fine hours\, we let go of the outer world. Beginners may request a materials list and a consult if desired\, plus guidance on choosing quality materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Enroll well ahead of the start date\, please. See you in November!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-momentum-with-anna-george_-nov-7-dec-26_-tuesdays_-1-4_-studio-1-6/
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:20231208T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123411Z
UID:68017-1702038600-1702053000@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier__starting Nov 3rd\, Fridays 12:30-4:30__Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier\n\nNovember 3rd through December 15th\, skipping the Friday of Thanksgiving week\nLocated in Studio One __6 Classes\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n\n“Landscapes 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 and atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, mixed muted tones\, and soft grays.   Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground. \n  \nThe class moves on to colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, color changes on a flat plane to make it 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. \n  \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  \nThe class is limited to 20 students\, and pre-enrollment is required.  For questions\, email Carol Tarzier at tarzier@tarzier.com.   View examples of Tarzier’s work at www.tarzier.com or https://www.facebook.com/CarolTarzierFineArt.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs-with-carol-tarzier__starting-nov-3rd-fridays-1230-430__studio-1-6/
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:20231208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123337Z
UID:67995-1702027800-1702036800@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) with Marcy Wheeler __Fridays 9:30-Noon __Studio 2__ November 10 – December 22 __6 classes
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) \nwith Marcy Wheeler \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nNovember 10 – December 22 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing absolute 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. Beginners Materials Fee is $50.00 paid by check or cash to Marcy Wheeler on 1st class meeting. You get to keep the wonderful Golden Paints (5 tubes) and several new and used brushes. \nOngoing Students continue on their road as intermediate and advanced painters\, and will be cheering beginners on! Learning continues with gentle guidance from Marcy and each other\, 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. If you are an ongoing student\, you are in charge of your own material purchases. \nAny Student may make up a missed class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class in Studio 2.  A student may also make up a class at her private studio on Boulevard Way\, Thursday mornings 9:30 to 12\, with advance notice. Contact Marcy at 925 787-9159. \nNo Class the day after Thanksgiving!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler-__fridays-930-noon-__studio-2__-november-10-december-22-__6-classes-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:20231207T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123413Z
UID:68020-1701916200-1701968400@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler__Starting Nov 9 to Dec 21__6 weeks__Thursdays 2:30-5:00__Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Marcy Wheeler 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. \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \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 student’s highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished! \nTuition is $120 for six classes for RAA members\, for non-members\, tuition is $140. No Class on Thanksgiving!! See blue sidebar for a materials list. \nIn addition to teaching at Rossmoor\, Wheeler has taught at Lafayette Studio\, Walnut Creek Civic Arts\, Yosemite Art Center and for more than 22 years at her own studio. Wheeler has a BFA in Painting from the University of Illinois\, and she studied for many years in the studio of Louise Smith\, a painting instructor at UC Berkeley. She is a founding member of Bay Area Studio Artists. \nMarcy@marcywheeler.com \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler__starting-nov-9-to-dec-21__6-weeks__thursdays-230-500__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:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123253Z
UID:67982-1701856800-1701867600@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Paints + Papers + Prints with Anna George__ Nov 1 - Dec 13__ Wed  10am - 1pm__ Studio 2     
DESCRIPTION:Paints  +  Papers  +  Prints \nAnna George\n \nNov 1 – Dec 13        6 classes\, no class on 11/22\n\n\n$180 members   $200 for non members or non residents      \nWed  10am – 1pm            Studio 2     \n\n  \nIt’s good to invent and play and relax into light adventure as surfaces transform in ways that are both planned and unexpected. I help you combine\, layer\, design and build richness. Following simple principles of composition to make each move with confidence\, we’ll simply add one step to the next to build. You are bringing with you the finest ingredient–your imagination. In Studio 2 our art-making is genuinely fun; gelli printing can be a delightful series component if the class wishes. \n“Paints ~ Papers ~ Prints” allows us to complete several pieces. No experience necessary. Guided projects at the outset involve working on boards\, paper\, or canvas and selecting from an assortment of ingredients. Members may utilize their own materials\, or if preferred\, arrange to use materials I provide. \nCollect interesting papers\, pages and found materials which resonate\, and the odd tool to work them\, and I’lI offer you techniques which complement your intention and style. Some tools and adhesives for layering are provided. Go for simplicity or build depth and dimension—the choices are endless and results are often exciting. \nI enjoy sharing what I love. After being a full-time artist for decades which included a successful history of custom work for clients\, I am happy to be in my 11th year of teaching here. I often feel proud of my students’ growth. Studio 2 is our haven\, a warm place where we uplift each other as we learn. In our final class we celebrate with a group showing of finished work and pieces in progress and a little repast. \nI’ve exhibited in the US and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and I paint on silk. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news of upcoming shows of my work nearby. \nI offer on request a suggested materials list and guidance on choosing materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Registration must be completed on the website in advance. Thanks for joining me. See you in November! No class 11/22. \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/paints-papers-prints-with-anna-george__-nov-1-dec-13__-wed-10am-1pm__-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:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123409Z
UID:68013-1701856800-1701865800@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Nature Drawing with Afsaneh Michaels__Nov 1 - Dec 6\, 2023__ Wednesdays 10:00-12:30__ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Nature Drawing with Afsaneh Michaels \nNovember 1 – December 6\, 2023. Wednesdays 10:00-12:30 Studio 1 \n Nature drawing connects you with the beauty of the nature around you and introduce or deepen your drawing practice from nature. Nature drawing has a way of bringing your body and soul into nature and helps you get lost in the calm and quiet of the moment. Beginners learn to draw branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits or vegetables and birds.  Intermediate student artists draw more complex scenery\, perhaps add color. More advanced students work with scale\, perspective and more detail was well as color. \nIn this way of drawing\, you learn age-old drawing methods in a detailed and methodical way. You will learn about line weight\, form\, shading and composition and make lively\, interesting and beautiful drawings. A wide range of mediums are introduced as part of the class in demos and the instructor works closely with everyone individually. \nWe will use pencil\, charcoal\, colored pencils\, or pastels\, and watercolor combined with pencil. Emphasis is on drawing from real specimens and not necessarily working from photos. Small things are brought into the studio or into your home as models. \nPlease come with your sketchbook and pencils (dark or colored) and plan to have fun. \nA basic kit of materials can be purchased from the instructor by prior arrangement\, at least a week ahead.  Studio 1 is the place to meet\, some days we might move to studio 2 if there is a remodel project going on in studio 1. \n  \nInstructor: Afsaneh A Michaels \nEmail: AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nDates: November 1- December 6 \nWednesday: 10:00-12:30 pm. \nCost: $ 175.00 Members   $195.00 Non-members \nPlace: Studio 1 \n  \nNumber of students: 15 \nMaterials: Sketchbook\, pencils (lead-2H\, 2B\, 4B\, 6B\, 8B)\, Charcoal pencils (medium\, dark\, white) colored pencils (a full set). Email instructor for further info on materials.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/nature-drawing-with-afsaneh-michaels__nov-1-dec-6-2023__-wednesdays-1000-1230__-studio-1-6/
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:20231205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
CREATED:20240228T123247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T123247Z
UID:67974-1701781200-1701790200@rossmoorart.com
SUMMARY:Painting the Natural World__ with Afsaneh Michaels__  Oct 31- Dec 5\, 2023__  Tuesdays 1:00-3:30 pm__ Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Painting the Natural World \nAfsaneh Michaels \nOctober 31- December 5\, 2023 \nTuesday 1:00-3:30 pm  \nStudio 1 \n  \nThis six-week course brings you closer to the nature around you and introduces and deepens your art practice working from nature.  You will learn to draw and paint branches\, leaves\, small flowers\, fruits or vegetables\, birds and landscapes from collected specimens or within a still-life setup; the use of photographs will be allowed to some extent.  Beginning students and intermediate students and the more advanced students work in the same class. It is recommended that students who are new to art practice take Afsaneh’s natural world drawing class first to get familiar with the fundamentals of drawing which is the basis of painting as well. \n  \nThis class is similar to natural world drawing class in that it lays out detailed methods in painting and color\, while taking color into the mix more deeply. You will learn about form\, line weight\, shading\, composition and an overall handling of the picture space and make lively\, interesting and beautiful paintings. A variety of color mediums (including acrylics\, oils\, or water soluble oil colors\, oil pastels etc.) can be used on paper as well as on canvas or board. \nThis class will also include some basic understanding and techniques of abstraction while studying the perception and rendering of the picture space in different contexts. Some students may choose to follow this route and make more abstract paintings. \nCome with your existing setup with colors\, brushes\, pencils\, pastels and other tools plus your sketchbook and a canvas paper pad. The first class will include a discussion of materials and supports (canvas\, paper or boards). For questions please email the instructor. \n  \nTeacher: Afsaneh Michaels\, AfsanehAm@gmail.com \nOctober 31- December 5\, 2023 \nTuesdays: 1:00-3:30 \nCost: $175.00\, non-residents $195.00 \nPlace:  Studio 1 \nMaterials: Your medium of choice and setup plus your sketchbook and a canvas paper pad. For more information on materials please email the instructor \nNumber of Students: 15
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-the-natural-world__-with-afsaneh-michaels__-oct-31-dec-5-2023__-tuesdays-100-330-pm__-studio-1-6/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Painting Momentum” with Anna George_  Nov 7 - Dec 26_ Tuesdays_ 1-4_ Studio 1   
DESCRIPTION:“Painting Momentum” \nAnna George \nNov 7 – Dec 26 \n$180 for members—- $200 for non-member or non-resident \nStudio 1    Tuesdays     1-4 \nSurround yourself with ideas\, ambient light\, and your painting tools! Whether you’re a beginner or hold an MFA\, we take a fresh look together at fundamentals. My style is to offer you constant support at your easels\, where you are painting what you love. \nAre you a brand-new artist? Are you starting a new painting or revisiting a piece? Whether abstract or representational\, work your individual style in oils or acrylics. (Water-colorists also join this series.) Try fresh ideas. Skirt common pitfalls in this convivial class that has run for eleven years. \nI enjoying helping you develop good sequencing in the painting process. Typically we simplify new and age-old painting concepts with short demonstrations and handouts and a bit of levity. I offer information on form\, light\, composition\, values\, atmospheric perspective\, color mixing\, media\, etc. I’m happy to oblige when painters request a special focus or demo. \nConnect the dots of composition\, color partnering\, and technique that fit your style. Paint using sources you choose\, preferably photographic\, and share your progress with others. In Studio 1 we all help each other. \nHaving been a full-time artist for decades\, I bring that learning to Studio 1. In eleven years here\, I’ve witnessed a lot of student success and feel proud of it. Beginners are most welcome. Our Tuesday studio is a warm place—we have fun\, we encourage each other\, and the final class is part paint session\, part festival–we celebrate with a showing of finished work and pieces in progress while enjoying scrumptious things to eat and drink. \nI’ve exhibited in the U.S. and Italy\, galleries\, museum shows\, etc. I show both abstract and representational art\, and offer painted silkwear. See my pieces in Gateway and Creekside and at annageorgeartist.com and at annageorgeonline.com. Ask about news on upcoming show of my work nearby. \nI hope you\, too\, will look forward to Tuesday afternoons\, when for a few fine hours\, we let go of the outer world. Beginners may request a materials list and a consult if desired\, plus guidance on choosing quality materials. Reach me at 925 783 9000 with questions/enrollment needs. Enroll well ahead of the start date\, please. See you in November!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/painting-momentum-with-anna-george_-nov-7-dec-26_-tuesdays_-1-4_-studio-1-5/
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:20231201T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T163000
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SUMMARY:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier__starting Nov 3rd\, Fridays 12:30-4:30__Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Landscapes from Photographs with Carol Tarzier\n\nNovember 3rd through December 15th\, skipping the Friday of Thanksgiving week\nLocated in Studio One __6 Classes\nFridays 12:30 – 4:30\n\n“Landscapes 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 and atmospheric perspective – creating depth using soft edges\, mixed muted tones\, and soft grays.   Students will use saturation to create space\, with bright colors in the foreground. \n  \nThe class moves on to colors for specific effects\, for example color changes in the sky as it moves toward the horizon\, color changes on a flat plane to make it 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. \n  \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  \nThe class is limited to 20 students\, and pre-enrollment is required.  For questions\, email Carol Tarzier at tarzier@tarzier.com.   View examples of Tarzier’s work at www.tarzier.com or https://www.facebook.com/CarolTarzierFineArt.
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/landscapes-from-photographs-with-carol-tarzier__starting-nov-3rd-fridays-1230-430__studio-1-5/
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:20231201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
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SUMMARY:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) with Marcy Wheeler __Fridays 9:30-Noon __Studio 2__ November 10 – December 22 __6 classes
DESCRIPTION:Beginning with Color (and Acrylics) \nwith Marcy Wheeler \nFridays 9:30-Noon. Studio 2 \nNovember 10 – December 22 \n6 classes  $120 Members__ $140 Non-members \nBeginners: This six-week session of Marcy Wheeler’s Friday Morning Class is focused on showing absolute 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. Beginners Materials Fee is $50.00 paid by check or cash to Marcy Wheeler on 1st class meeting. You get to keep the wonderful Golden Paints (5 tubes) and several new and used brushes. \nOngoing Students continue on their road as intermediate and advanced painters\, and will be cheering beginners on! Learning continues with gentle guidance from Marcy and each other\, 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. If you are an ongoing student\, you are in charge of your own material purchases. \nAny Student may make up a missed class in Marcy’s Thursday afternoon class in Studio 2.  A student may also make up a class at her private studio on Boulevard Way\, Thursday mornings 9:30 to 12\, with advance notice. Contact Marcy at 925 787-9159. \nNo Class the day after Thanksgiving!
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/beginning-with-color-and-acrylics-with-marcy-wheeler-__fridays-930-noon-__studio-2__-november-10-december-22-__6-classes-4/
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:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T051820
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SUMMARY:Intermediate/Advanced  Watercolor Painting with Ronald Pratt __Sept 21-Nov 30__Thurs 12:30-3:00\, Painting Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor Painting with Ronald Pratt\n \nFall 2023 \n Gateway Complex\, Painting Studio 1\, Thursdays 12:30-3:00pm\, Studio 1\n \n When the summer days start to shorten and there is a little nip in the air I know autumn is fast approaching.  This is one of my favorite times of the year to paint because I know the fall foliage will start to perform its magical transformation from the summer greens to beautiful yellows\, reds\, oranges\, golds and browns.  This color palette is vibrant and exciting and inspires me to paint. If you are like me and find autumn colors inspiring\, come paint with like-minded people on Thursday Afternoons in a relaxing social atmosphere at the RAA art studio. \nThis class is designed to focus on composition and design by challenging the more experienced painters to expand their painting abilities and compositional skills. Innovation and expression will be the main theme.  Class projects will be given to encourage creative thinking and expression thru the use of student chosen subject matter.  The class is designed to push the student while encouraging an atmosphere of fun and exploration. \nThe Rossmoor Art Association is offering this watercolor painting class this fall at the Rossmoor Activities Center\, Painting Studio 1 on Thursday Afternoon from 12:30pm to 3 pm.  This 10 week class will run from Sept 21st to Nov 30th (no class on 11/23) at a cost of $135 for RAA members.  For Non Members and Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $155 for the 10 week class.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents. \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 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/intermediate-advanced-watercolor-painting-with-ronald-pratt-__sept-21-nov-30__thurs-1230-300-painting-studio-1-11/
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:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T113000
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SUMMARY:Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting with Ron Pratt__Thurs 9 am to 11:30am__Sept 21- Nov 30__Studio 1
DESCRIPTION:Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Painting\n \nFall 2023 \nRonald Pratt \n Rossmoor Gateway Complex\, Painting Studio 1 \n Fall has always been one of my favorite times to paint.  The long days of summer are shortening and the summer foliage starts to change into brilliant yellows\, oranges\, reds and browns.  This time of year between long\, hot summer days and cool winter weather only lasts a short time but inspires me to try and capture some of this magic on paper with these incredible colors. \nIf you love the brilliant colors of fall like I do why not come and join like-minded artists on Thursday Mornings for some fun painting in a relaxing social atmosphere.  This class will focus on teaching fundamental painting techniques while allowing students to explore their own creativity.  Subject matter will include an autumn aspens scene\, a Sierra Foothills scene\, a barn scene\, and a snow scene. \nThe Rossmoor Art Association is offering this watercolor painting class this fall 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 Sept 21st to Nov 30th (no class on 11/23) at a cost of $135.  For Non-Rossmoor Residents the class fee is $155.  Priority will be given to Rossmoor Residents.  Suggested materials for students new to watercolor painting will be discussed at 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 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 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-ron-pratt__thurs-9-am-to-1130am__sept-21-nov-30__studio-1-11/
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:20231130T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231130T170000
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SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Marcy Wheeler__Starting Nov 9 to Dec 21__6 weeks__Thursdays 2:30-5:00__Studio 2
DESCRIPTION:Marcy Wheeler 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. \nAcrylic paints are amazing!  Learn about the mediums that are essential to a rich and deep acrylic painting. \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 student’s highest expectations. And she helps some students learn how to stop when it is finished! \nTuition is $120 for six classes for RAA members\, for non-members\, tuition is $140. No Class on Thanksgiving!! See blue sidebar for a materials list. \nIn addition to teaching at Rossmoor\, Wheeler has taught at Lafayette Studio\, Walnut Creek Civic Arts\, Yosemite Art Center and for more than 22 years at her own studio. Wheeler has a BFA in Painting from the University of Illinois\, and she studied for many years in the studio of Louise Smith\, a painting instructor at UC Berkeley. She is a founding member of Bay Area Studio Artists. \nMarcy@marcywheeler.com \n  \n 
URL:https://rossmoorart.com/event/acrylic-painting-with-marcy-wheeler__starting-nov-9-to-dec-21__6-weeks__thursdays-230-500__studio-2-4/
LOCATION:Gateway Art Studio 1\, 1001 Golden Rain Road\, Walnut Creek\, CA\, CA\, 94595\, United States
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