GALLERY EXHIBITS

(Note: Gallery closed Mondays.
Monday through Wednesday in January, February & March)

MEET THE ARTIST—TBA

All Meet The Artist Series are held at the Scituate Town Library Basement Meeting Facility at 7:00PM. Admission is FREE to all, but your donation would be greatly appreciated.

CLASSES

Monday

Portrait Group--Open Studio.
10:00-1:00. 
Ongoing. Bring you medium of choice.  This is an opportunity to paint with fellow artists and share insights, techniques, etc., while working with a live model.  No instructor.  Fee covers model and a donation to Ellis House expenses.   If you are interested contact John Cornacchio, 781-585-6619 or Nancy Coveney, (508) 790-1016

Tuesday--

Foundation to Painting, the Still Life and more
Afternoons: 3:30-6:00 PM. (Jr. and senior High) and
Evenings: 7:00 — 9:30 PM (all ages)
SPRING III April 25 — May 25
Instructor: Bob Beaulieu.  

 An excellent start to your drawing and painting future!  Students who wish to start their painting experience with a classical foundation   Objectives are to learn the power of observation while learning color mixture, application, painting of forms, modeling and color identification. Begin with an exploration of simple shapes, advancing to still lifes with fruit and other utensils. Continuing students will go to more complex still lifes in the second session.  Taught in oil, but basic instruction applies to all mediums.  Questions contact Bob Beaulieu at 781-378.1742

Wednesday--

Introduction to Soft Pastels.  Mornings: 9:30am-12:30pm.
SPRING III April 28 — May 26

Instructor: Yvette Rattenbury.  Introducing the fundamentals of pastel painting, starting with basic drawing, color, value and composition.  The class will work with the hardest to the softest pastels and from smoother paper to the heavily sanded ones.  Subjects will include still life and photos when indoors and en plein air when the weather permits.  Demonstrations, one-on-one attention and end-of-class critique will be given.  A material list will be provided on application.  Some materials can be provided by the instructor for a nominal fee.   Check out a description of soft vs dry pastels at http://www.pastelinternational.com/learn-more.html

 Thursday--

Drawn Together.
Mornings:  Wed 9:30-12:30pm.
SPRING III April 29 — May 27
Instructor: Esther Maschio.

This course could well be called ‘learning how we see. Drawing is a learned observational skill which can be accomplished with little difficulty after practicing a few simple techniques.  Lessons will include measuring proportions, understanding perspective, discovering positive-negative spaces, contour drawings and various kinds of light and shadow.  Time will be spent on drawing with various materials:  papers, pens, pencils, markers and charcoal. 
A supply list with be sent.  Questions call Esther Maschio at 781-545-4048.

Watercolor—Beginning & Intermediate.
Afternoons, 2:00-5:00 & Evenings, 6:00-8:30.
SPRING III April 29 — May 27
Instructor: Mary Beth LoPicolo.

Mary Beth is an highly successful artist with experience in both teaching and commercial art.  Working in both these fields allows her to bring added dimension to her own work and to her teaching.  Her watercolor class is suitable for the beginner and as well as the advanced student.  Mary
Beth provides a relaxed atmosphere which encourages growth and development.  Each class will include demonstrations, critiques along with individual attention.   Sessions will focus on painting from still life and photographs emphasizing technique so that the life behind the composition can emerge from the creator onto the canvas.  Materials list provided.

Friday--

Intermediate & Experienced Oil Painting. 
Mornings  9:30-12:30.
SPRING III April 30 — May 28
Instructor: Jim Lo Piccolo. 

A talented artist and an awarding winning oil painter, Jim’s goal is to bring his students to the next level in their oil paintings.   Students will focus on techniques, applications of materials and how a painting is developed.  An  ideal class for the intermediate oil painter, it will help push artists to the next level by demonstrating and experiencing the steps for success.   Experienced artists are welcome to join and will benefit from the exchange of techniques, information and experience.   Materials list provided.     

Saturday--

Plein Aire Saturday
Morning:8:30 AM to 11:15AM 
SPRING III: May 1 —May 30 Rain dates to be rescheduled
Instructor: Bob Beaulieu

What better way to experience the beauty of our surroundings in Scituate, than capture it with an original oil painting. Learn the basics of outdoor color, light, perspective, distance and draftsmanship. Take advantage of the years of experience in plein Aire painting from your instructor with his helpful tips on making your art really zing. Classes held throughout Scituate, ie: Minot, North River, Driftway Landing, Lighthouse etc. Call Bob for questions, 781-378-1742

WORKSHOPS

Pastel Portraits for Intermediate to Experienced Artists: 
April 17 & 18, 10:00-4:00.
Instructor: Constance Flavell Pratt. 
   
Nationally recognized portrait painter Connie Pratt will conduct an exciting and informative two day workshop   emphasizing use of correct values, techniques of the use of light and shadow and warm and cool color in capturing the human face in pastel.  A demonstration  will be given as well as many other tips on producing a good likeness.  Models provided. For questions and registration call John Cornacchio at
781-585-6619.
$160M/$195NM

Matting And Framing Workshop. 
May 1(Saturday). 10:00-4:00. 
Instructor: Joan Appel
Learn the basics of matting and framing.   This is a one day workshop features demonstrations of a tabletop cutter and hand-held matter cutters (participants are encourage to bring their own); proper measuring, aesthetics and purpose of mats; discussion of rag vs non-archival materials  mounting paper art to mats, preservation of art on paper and single, double and French mats.  Framing demonstrations and hands on work will include proper measuring, aesthetics, glass types vs plexi, make wood frames from scratch and the fitting of metal, wood, shadowbox and unusual projects (needlework, etc.).  Everyone will have the opportunity to complete one or two projects during the workshop. She is a former framer and  a member and member of the Front St. Gallery.
$75member/$90nonmembers.

Designing a Painting:
May 22 & 23(Sat & Sun) 9:30-4:30.
Instructor: Margaret McWethy.
Emphasis will be on trying to help everyone advance to their next level.  First by identifying a center of interest and by using a strong and simple value pattern from the start as a key to a successful painting.   Learn to develop a clear design strategy and get a good start to your painting rather than wasting time reworking the composition later. Color mixing to capture the mood and key of a location will be explored.

Margaret will do a demo and then the rest of the time will be for painting and individual guidance. First quick painting exercises in preparation for longer painting sessions.  Margaret feels that a strong start is the key a successful plein air painting and the class will focus on "starts" as well as how to bring a good start to the desired finish.

Margaret McWethy has studied with colorist Henry Hensche at the Cape School of Art. She has taught locally and on the Cape for 17 years. She is a charter member of the New England Plein Air Painters and her works hang across the country and abroad.  Margaret’s medium of choice is oils but you may contact her at memcwethy@aol.com  if you would like to work in another media.
  160members/195nonmembers 

SATELLITE CLASSES

Ongoing, Monday nights
Metalsmithing with
Instructor: Marj Bates

Jewelry making!  Students will learn to cut, shape, solder & polish silver.  Starting with raw silver sheet or wire we will make a bracelet & set a stone in a ring.  You will then make a design of your own choice!  These workshops are held in Marj’s brand new light-filled studio by the sea on lighthouse point in Scituate Harbor.  Directions to Marj’s studio will be given at the time of registration. 
Classes are on Monday nights from 5- 7 pm in Marj's Scituate studio.   Signup is ongoing.
Classes are sold in blocks of 8 classes.  The cost for 8 classes is $225.

Woodcarving Classes. 
Open Studio Session at Kukstis Woodcarving.
Instructor: Paul Kukstis

For beginners to experience.  Learn the basics and start on individual projects.  Limited to eight students per session.  Make a quarterboard, house number sign, an eagle or anything you can think of.  Each session consist of students at different levels, each working on their own project.  Basic materials are provided. These lessons are held at Kukstis Woodcarving.  Directions to Paul’s studio will be given at the time of registration.  There are lots of dates to choose from.
$100 Members/$125 Nonmembers for 5 sessions.

Tuesday & Thursday 6pm-8:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am-12Noon
Saturday 9:30am-12Noon
Note:  Rolling admission with afelxible schedule and individualized projects you can start at any time and attend on the day of your choice.

Note: Schedule is subject to change due to vacation time and holidays. All students will be notified in advance.

SUNDAY, February 7, or May 2 — 6 PM, May 2, 12 —6 PM
Reiki Certification Workshop, Level 1 Certification
Michelle Levangie, Reiki Master/Teacher

Reiki is an ancient gentle and non-invasive healing art which seeks to balances the bodies energy centers and ease pain and stress.  This one day workshop include the history of reiki, basic energy awareness, especially chakra education, and a guided meditation .   Students will be instructed in and experience both a self-reiki treatment and a reiki treatment to a client by working on each other. An explanation of Reiki certification and how the three levels go deeper into its energizing process and healing techniques is included.  Certification will be presented at the end of the day.  For questions contact the Instructor, Michelle Levangie at 781-424-0784.
$150 Plus $25 fee book and certificate fee paid directly to instructor. Taught at Michelle’s Studio.

SUNDAY, April 4, 12 —6PM or June 6 12 — 6 PM
Reiki Certification Workshop, Level 2 Certification:
Michelle Levangie, Reiki Master/Teacher

Delve deeper into reiki’s healing process and to fine tune healing techniques. This healing modality can bring peace of mind and relief of pain.  Use of ancient reiki symbols as a focus point to assist in the healing process for both the practitioner and client will be taught, along with absentee healing and the sending of energy, since in reiki tradition, energy knows no time or space.  Ample time will be provided for practicing techniques and questions, including a full treatment to self and students(clients) to become comfortable with new energy levels.  Once attaining this level of certification, students may charge their clients for treatments.  Certification will be presented at the end of the day.  For questions contact the Instructor, Michelle Levangie at 781-424-0784.
$222Taught at Michelle’s Studio.

SUNDAY, June 27 12 — 6 PM.
Reiki Certification Workshop:  Level 3 Certification
Reiki Master level Certification. 
Michelle Levangie, Reiki Master/Teacher

This is the master level class, where the student learns the master symbol for empowerment. This symbol increases the practitioners ability to receive healing energy and clear blockages. This master symbol also empowers the healer by clearing and balancing with use of this symbol. It is a very ancient and powerful symbol and can do no harm. This is not the teacher level (that is an apprenticeship that is determined on an individual basis). The tibetan master symbol is like a direct link to the healing energy source. This level is where the student makes the step into mastership of Reiki.
Fee $333. Taught at Michelle’s Studio 

COURSE REGISTRATION

All five weekcourses $110.00 menbers/$135.00 Non-members

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Please make checks payable to and mail to:
The Scituate Arts Association, Inc., PO Box 214, Scituate MA 02066

All classes and workshops are held at the Charles W. Mahoney Studios, the Ellis House, 709 Country Way, Scituate, unless indicated.

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