SUMMER 2024 CLASSES

Monotypes with Gelli Plates: Drawing and Painting on the Plate

TEACHING ARTIST: Kat Cope
8 classes >> Tuesdays, 7/30–9/17 from 1–3pm PDT

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In this class, we will focus on drawing and painting techniques to create unique, original monotype prints. Artists will learn to paint and draw directly on their gelli plate, layering texture and color to make vibrant compositions that will be printed on paper. Each class will include step by step demonstrations and work time. We will also have time to share with each other to be inspired by all of the artists in the zoom classroom. This printmaking class is open to artists that are new to using gelli plates as well as those with previous experience.

Self Portrait Painting in a Magical Landscape

TEACHING ARTIST: Pamm Hanson
8 sessions >> Tuesdays, 7/30-9/17 from 3-5pm

ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

In this painting class you will complete an expressive self-portrait in an imagined or magical landscape using acrylic on canvas. Slides, in-class demonstrations, and critique with fellow classmates will inform artistic choices. We will consider the role of color, texture, abstraction, humor, and drama as elements to engage with in our paintings. Portraits will not necessarily be a realistic representation of yourself but rather a visual expression of who you are.

This class is best suited for participants with prior experience painting with acrylics and those that feel comfortable mixing colors using a limited palette.

Botanical Drawing

TEACHING ARTIST: Elise Crawford-Paz Soldán
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 7/31-9/18 from 1-3pm PDT

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Explore gestural drawing using a variety of natural materials as your subject matter––from trees, bushes, flowers, and ferns to roots and seed pods. We will create still life botanical drawings inside, inspired by the great outdoors. Each class we will study a few specimens, have a brief demonstration, and plenty of drawing time using materials like colored pencils, and graphite.

Prior drawing experience is not required, just curiosity and a desire to visually express yourself.

Nature as Inspiration: Found Fashion

TEACHING ARTIST: KATRINA HESS
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 7/31-9/18 from 2-4pm

ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Together we will be making a collaborative costume for one of Path with Art's model at the fall fundraiser, the Art for All Ball. Using nature, natural forms, and materials as our inspiration, we may weave grasses, glue beans, stamp flowers, or use patterns or color to create a unique and wild costume for our community model. We will have fun experimenting in a supportive environment with hands-on demonstrations. Join us!

No prior sewing experience necessary. Participants who have high attendance in this class will be invited to the fall fundraiser, our Art for All Ball, on a free ticket.

Unleash the Power of Words

TEACHING ARTIST: Ricardo Ruiz
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 7/31-9/18 from 2-4pm PDT

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Welcome to Unleash the Power of Words! Over eight weeks, we'll dive into the magic of writing and poetry, discovering how words can be our greatest allies. The class will operate with prompt/suggestion-based creation for the first four weeks, followed by three weeks of revision and editing, with a final session focused on submitting and publishing. Time will be set aside each week for writing and reading contemporary writers, essayists, or poets.

Writers of all levels are welcome to come, let your imagination soar, and join us in creating the written world from the blank page to publication.

Music for the Runway

TEACHING ARTIST: Shaina Shepherd
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 7/31-9/18 from 3-5pm

ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

In Music for the Runway, this collaborative class we will use a variety of instruments to compose a unique song(s) inspired by the beautiful and bizarre world of costuming and fashion. From voice and keyboard to synthesizers, drum machines, loopers, and more we will explore making a musical score together in a fun and supportive atmosphere, guided by professional musician and vocalist, Shaina Shepherd. This class is strengths-based, and will draw on each participant's unique skills to make a collaborative piece that sparkles.

Once our score is composed, the goal is for it to be used in a professional fashion show (such as PwA's Art for All Ball).

No prior experience needed.

The Art of Dance

TEACHING ARTIST: Brandon Weber
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 8/1-9/19 from 3-5pm PDT

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In the Art of Dance class, we aim to explore different dance genres from around the world and their narrative through fun and simple movements. Every week, we will focus on a new dance genre and music style that represents its origin and history. We will have fun practicing different movements that represent each style, with modifications for each move available. Listen to your body, move with the music, and enjoy this dance class open to all, regardless of ability. Join us to experience a rich and diverse world of dance!

You may sign up for The Art of Dance in addition to another course.

Upcycled + Recycled Fabric: Found Fashion

TEACHING ARTIST: Shari Noble
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 8/1–9/19 from 3-5pm

ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

In this class, you will receive hands-on demonstrations for how to deconstruct recycled fabrics and leather that we will reinvent and turn into a full look from head to toe for our special community model. You will learn basic textile skills and/or embellishment practices to decorate and design our fabric pieces! This is a really fun and rewarding way to work with fabric while assisting in creating a finished costume that will be featured on the runway at the Art for All Ball!

No prior sewing experience necessary. Participants who have high attendance in this class will be invited to the fall fundraiser, our Art for All Ball, on a free ticket.

Introduction to Music and Beginning Theory

TEACHING ARTIST: Emi Oguri
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 8/1-9/19 from 4-6pm PDT

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This class is an introduction to the study of music, including a variety of musical styles and genres. Through listening and beginning theory, participants will learn about how music affects and improves our everyday life. Each class we will consider a different element of music such as tempo, harmony, rhythm, or structure as we learn to identify these and grow our music vocabulary. We will listen to different musical scores that explemify various elements. Musicians and music lovers welcome!

No prior experience needed.

ONLINE FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

Drawing Still Lifes

TEACHING ARTIST: Donna Touth’le Baker
2 sessions >> Fridays, 8/30 + 9/6 from 1-3pm PDT

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This is a great workshop for those who enjoy drawing. During each of our two sessions, we will observe a different still life, and you will utilize whatever materials you have on hand such as pencils, markers, pens, or other supplies to capture the likeness of our still life and/or be inspired by it. Participants are invited to use their imagination to elevate the ordinary into extraordinary utilizing skills they will develop with instruction from the teacher. This workshop involves careful observation, a time to slow down and concentrate on the still life (connecting with a piece of art history), and opportunity to have fun in the process.

Finding Yourself in Music

TEACHING ARTIST: Stuart Zobel
2 sessions >> Fridays, 9/13 + 9/20 from 1-3pm PDT

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What do Jimi Hendrix, Charles Bukowski, Joni Mitchell, Shakespeare, Miles Davis, Van Gogh, Bach, and Beethoven have in common? A strong personal voice. We all have things that make us unique, the way we pronounce certain words,  the length of pauses between certain words when we speak - millions of little 'fingerprints' that make us who we are. This workshop will dive into the world of music and help us identify what it is about certain genres or styles that draws us in and keeps us listening. Through lectures and listening, we will continue to develop our own personal voice and taste preferences in our life-long music appreciation journey.

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