Creative Arts

Painting with Watercolor & Watercolor Pencil
With Paulette Cochet
Experience the fascinating art of painting with watercolor and water-soluble colored pencils. Discover the joy of filling your drawings with brush strokes, brilliant washes, and beautiful watercolor effects. The materials list will be sent after registration.
8 Tuesdays 9/17-11/19, 10:30am-1pm- $240 Member /$285 Public (no class 10/1, 10/15)

Acrylic Painting 
With Paulette Cochet
Discover the amazing versatility and ease of painting with acrylics. Explore a wide range of techniques from thick, luscious brush strokes to fluid and transparent washes. Open to all levels.
The materials list will be sent after registration.
8 Wednesdays 9/18-11/20, 10:30 am-1 pm, $240 Member/$285 Public (no class 10/2,10/16)

NEW! Concertina Sketchbook Workshop:  Creative Adventures in Sketching and Painting
With Paulette Cochet
What is a concertina sketchbook? Concertina or accordion sketchbooks consist of a continuous length of folded paper. This fun and unique format opens endless possibilities to create beyond the limits of a single page. In this workshop you will be encouraged to express yourself and explore new techniques with transparent and opaque watercolor, plus a bit of colored pencil and pen. Open to all levels.
3 Tuesdays 12/3-12/17, 10:30 am-1 pm, $90 Member/$110 Public
Sponsored in part by the Lori Braverman Adult Arts and Enrichment Fund

Advanced iPhone Photography
With Rebecca Seeman 
Whether you’re looking to improve your photography skills for personal enjoyment or to enhance your social media presence, this advanced iPhone photography class will provide you with the tools and techniques to take your mobile photography to the next level.
This class is perfect for those who have a good understanding of basic photography principles and are looking to enhance their knowledge and techniques. Learn advanced composition techniques, lighting tips, editing tools and apps, as well as how to use accessories to enhance your photos. Explore different styles of photography and learn how to capture compelling and creative images. Practice your skills in hands-on shooting exercises and receive feedback and guidance from the instructor.
2 Wednesdays 11/13 and 11/20, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, $45 Member/$55 Public

Knitting
With Ruthie Nussbaum
Learn to knit or work on advanced projects with guidance from our expert instructor, Ruthie.  This class accommodates both beginner and advanced knitters looking to improve their skill set.  Ruthie is an experienced knitting instructor and published knitwear designer.  She is passionate about helping knitters expand their skills and create projects that they will use and enjoy. Her designs have been published in Interweave Knits, Knit Simple, Stich n B*tch, and Knitty.
You can see a variety of her projects on her Instagram – @ruthieknits
6 Tuesdays 11/12-12/17, 12:30-2:30 pm $120 Member/$150 Public

Memoirs (In Person)
With Ruth Padawer
This workshop will buff your writing skills and your confidence in your literary voice.  Ruth will provide homework prompts; you respond with a memoir or fiction. The next class, we thoughtfully discuss each student’s piece. All welcome, regardless of experience.
8 Mondays 9/9-11/4, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, $240 Member/$285 Public (no class 9/30)

Memoirs (Virtual)
With Ruth Padawer 
This workshop offers you an opportunity to gain confidence in your literary voice and learn valuable writing skills. 
8 Mondays 9/9-11/4, 12:30 pm-2:30 pm, $240 Member/$285 Public (no class 9/30)
Sponsored by the Ratner-Seiden Senior Adult Center for the Arts