SUBJECTS: HORSE

Unleash your creativity with our Acrylic Painting Art Class, designed for artists of all levels! This vibrant and versatile medium offers endless possibilities for expression. In this class, you'll explore fundamental techniques such as color mixing, brushwork, and layering, progressing to more advanced methods like texture creation and glazing. Artist Isabelle Truchon will guide you through creating a portrait of one of Brady’s horses, offering personalized feedback and support. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics or an advanced artist aiming to refine your skills, this class provides a welcoming and inspiring environment.

All materials provided for an additional $10 fee to artist—or bring your own, along with your passion for art!

List of materials:
- Paper, any weight or color, canvas, stretched or not, wood panel or salvage

- A set of acrylic paints, gesso, and mediums such as Matt Medium, or thick paste

- Charcoal or pencil for sketching or drawing design of painting

- Paper towel roll

- Art brushes of all sizes

- Graphite paper for transferring the image (optional)

- Pencils (If transferring the image)

- Inspiration (photograph, concept drawing)

- Palette for paints

Each class is 3 hours long, with breaks.  Spaces are in high demand and will fill up quickly, so please sign up early!

SUBJECTS: HORSE & PET PORTRAITS

Discover the expressive and dynamic medium of charcoal in our Charcoal Drawing Art Class, suitable for artists of all levels! This comprehensive course covers essential techniques, from basic mark-making and shading to advanced rendering and composition. You'll learn how to create depth, contrast, and texture while exploring form, line, and pattern in the subjects of the horse and a pet**. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or an experienced artist looking to enhance your skills, Isabelle will provide personalized guidance and support in a friendly, creative environment.

**Bring a paper photograph (ideally on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, do not rely on your phone) of your subject if you would like to paint a specific portrait. Photographs of animal portraits will be available to students.

All materials are provided for an additional $10 fee to artist — or bring your own, along with your enthusiasm for drawing!

List of materials:                                                 

- Charcoal paper, 60 or 80 lbs.        

- A collection of charcoal media including vine, and block

- Kneadable erasers

- Blending Stumps

- Paper Towel

- Art brushes of all sizes

- Graphite paper for transferring the image

- Pencils (If transferring the image)

- Inspiration (photograph, concept drawing)

Each class is 3 hours long, with breaks.  Spaces are in high demand and will fill up quickly, so please sign up early!

SUBJECTS: HORSE & ABSTRACT LANDSCAPE

Join our Brady Watercolor Art Class, perfect for beginners to advanced artists! In this inclusive and engaging course, you'll explore the enchanting world of watercolor painting through hands-on activities, expert demonstrations, and some personalized guidance. Discover fundamental techniques, from basic washes and color mixing to advanced layering and textures, while experimenting with the subjects of landscape and the horse. Whether you're just starting your artistic journey or looking to refine your skills, this class offers a supportive environment to inspire creativity and artistic growth.

All materials provided for an additional $10 fee to artist—or bring your own, along with your passion for art!

List of materials:

- Watercolor paper, 140-300 lbs. in various sizes

- Paper towel

- Kneadable erasers

- Graphite paper for transferring the image

- Pencil

- Artist Masking tape

- Inspiration photograph

- Palette for mixing

- Watercolor paints

- Art brushes of all sizes (Round Sable in 8, 4, 2)

- Graphite paper

Each class is 3 hours long, with breaks.  Spaces are in high demand and will fill up quickly, so please sign up early!