One Memorable day in the BACK DOOR STUDIO
"Stenciling Over Collage"
Class held Mar 1, 2025 with teacher Patricia McRae
Video by Michelle Cronin
Currents Gallery Classes
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Current Class Schedule
Walking the Line Between Realism and Abstraction, Sat., March 22nd, 10AM - 4PM, Instructor, Christiane Payton
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Watercolor Vegetable Portraits
250322 - DATE CHANGED FROM FEB. 15TH TO MARCH 22ND
Join Christiane in painting vegetable portraits with a focus on both realism and abstraction. Watercolor lets you achieve vibrant colors and wonderful organic effects because of the fluidity of the medium, which makes it perfect for this subject matter. You will create graphite sketches first and then watercolor as you make a map for a more finished piece. Some drawing and watercolor experience is helpful, but not necessary.
Introduction to Zentangle Art, Sun., Mar. 23, 1pm - 4pm, Instructor Suchitra Komandur
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+ $5 Material Fee
250323 - Originally from India, Suchitra is a Certified Zentangle teacher who now lives in Oregon. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn art form. In this class, we will go through the basics of Zentangle and learn the methodology used to create beautiful art by the repetition of simple patterns. Everything you need for the class is in the $5 supply kit.
The Joy of Sketching, Sat., March 29, 2025, 9:30AM -3:30PM, Instructor, Katy Vigeland
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250329 - Whatever your skill level, there is always something new to explore in sketching. Whether it's different techniques, materials or subject matter, the journey to learn and improve is endless. The key is to embrace the joy of experimentaton without the pressure of comparison or high expectations. Join Katy as she guides you through a variety of engaging exercises both in the classroom and on locaton. Bring a bit of cash to buy a beverage when we sketch on location, and a sack lunch for the classroom.
Paint Along with Aaron, Sun., Mar. 30, 2025, 10AM to 4PM, Instructor, Aaron Akers
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+ $25 Material Fee
250330 - Paint beautiful scenes while learning the techniques of wet-on-wet oil painting. All materials & tools proided.
Paint Along with Aaron, Sun., April 13, 2025, 10AM to 4PM, Instructor, Aaron Akers
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+ $25 Material Fee
250413- Paint beautiful scenes while learning the techniques of wet-on-wet oil painting. All materials & tools proided.
Eco Print Silk Scarves. Thurs., Apr. 17, 2025, 1:30pm to 4pm, Instructor, Janet C. Hickok
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250417 - This class uses flowers, plants, fruits, vegetables and other ephemera to naturally dye silk scarves. All supplies are included. Note: steaming scarves takes 1-1/2 - 2 hours, so you'll need to return to pick up your TWO BEAUTIFUL SCARVES!
Summer Bouquet, Sat., Apr. 26, 2025, 11am to 3pm, Instructor, Teal Buehler
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+$20 Materials Fee
250426 - Come and create your own collaged summer bouquet out of a variety of colored recycled paper. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own paper if you have some collected for art projects. No experience needed.
Gel Printing, Join the Craze! Tues., Apr. 29, 2025, 1:30pm to 4pm, Instructor, Janet C. Hickok
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+$10 Materials Fee
250429 - Delve into the addictive craze of gel plate printing that will have you creating colorful, uniquely-your-own mono-printed papers to then use in 'painting' a collaged scene on a cradled panel. Optional: Bring personal photos, letters, books, maps, etc. No experience needed.
CLOSED -Encaustic Collage – 2 Day Workshop , Sat. & Sun., May 17 & 18, 11AM - 3:30PM, Instructor, Deanna White
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+ $30 Materials Fee
250517 - Create a unique and whimsical collage with an encaustic/hot wax textural finish. Learn about collage, values, composition and hot wax techniques. Bring ideas and items to use for your personal collage.
Brush Exercise for Watercolor, Sat. & Sun., Jun. 21 & 22, 10AM - 4PM, Instructor, Patty Schmidt
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Date change - from March 15, 16 to June 21, 22.
250621 - Step-by-step instruction to train your watercolor brushes! Practice exercises for these basic watercolor techniques: controlling water to paint flat and graded washes; masking fluid application; painting a background; and which brushes to use for each task. Great watercolor tips! All levels of experience welcome.
Check out these great opportunities for a one-on-one Zoom lesson with Kathleen Buck,
an award-winning artist and one of our founding members!
1KB Private Zoom Lesson, "Color Mixing", with Kathleen Buck
An Opportunity
NOT TO BE MISSED!
Currents Gallery's own Kathleen Buck is offering a private lesson in the critical
ART of COLOR MIXING.
Once you have signed up, provided your phone number and email address, Kathleen will contact you to set up a date and time for your private lesson.
Here's how to Zoom: After you've registered, Kathleen will send you an email with the Zoom link. You may be asked to download the Zoom app. You will click on the link at the pre-arranged day and time of the lesson. Zoom will ask you three questions, click "YES" to all.
This class provides the basic skills that will serve you well throughout your
artistic journey!
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2KB Private Zoom Lesson, "Painting with Acrylics", with Kathleen Buck
So Excited to Offer
Another Private Lesson Opportunity!
This class is designed for any skill level. Kathleen will teach the basics of acrylic painting, or help you to hone your painting skills. Once you have signed up, provided your phone number and email address, Kathleen will contact you to set up a date and time to discuss what you are interested in learning, and to set up a time for your private lesson.
Here's how to Zoom: After you've registered, Kathleen will send you an email with the Zoom link. You may be asked to download the Zoom app. You will click on the link at the pre-arranged day and time of the lesson. Zoom will ask you three questions, click "YES" to all.
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Important Messages from our Back Door Studio Coordinator
<> If you are interested in teaching a class or renting the Back Door Studio, contact the gallery today.
<> It is very important to include your Phone Number at checkout. It may be necessary for the gallery to contact you if there's a change in the class schedule.
<> CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
- If a student withdraws from a class more than 1 week before the class begins, a refund, less a processing fee equal to 20% of the class cost, will be paid.
- NO REFUND will be paid if the student withdraws 1 week or less before the class begins.
- In the event that Currents Gallery cancels a class, the Gallery will mail a full refund to the student.
Thank you for supporting Currents Gallery's Back Door Studio!