Autumn is an ideal time to capture the changing colors of nature with paper and paint. Individuals are invited to enroll in art classes that take advantage of the great outdoors at the Lancaster County Art Association (LCAA), 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, or they may view LCAA members' fall-inspired creations.
Opening on Sunday, Oct. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the LCAA's Kauffman Gallery, the fall membership show will feature pastels, paintings, mixed media, photography and more. Additionally, a solo show by LCAA president Carol H. Dale will be featured in the neighboring Steinmetz Gallery. "Painting Joy and Peace" will include paintings of children splashing in a fountain, quiet walks by the water, and other landscapes done in oil, acrylic, and watercolor.
"I hope my work will bring a smile," Dale commented.
The Steinmetz and Kauffman galleries are open on Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Visitors are asked to wear masks.
The "Still Super" used art supply sale will be held at the LCAA on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 11, from 1 to 4 p.m. Art and craft supplies, frames, and art books will be available at low prices to encourage new and practicing artists to be creative.
Everyone who has wanted to try drawing, painting, pastels, or working with clay is invited to check out the line-up of art classes being offered at LCAA. A variety of in-person classes are scheduled for beginning, intermediate, and advanced artists age 18 and older, with some classes meeting outdoors as the weather permits. Classes are limited to eight students to allow for physical distancing while still enjoying the social interaction of in-person instruction. Everyone is required to wear a mask and follow CDC guidelines. A fee has been set for each class, with discounts for LCAA members.
Karen Frattali is teaching "Exploring the Fall Landscape in Watercolor" on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. The first classes took place on Sept. 15, and the course will run through Tuesday, Oct. 20. Students may choose to attend the morning or afternoon classes.
Henrietta Holton-Thomas will offer two one-day workshops. "Experimental Wet Watercolor" will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and students will experiment with wet and loose watercolor painting techniques. In "Sculpture Workshop," set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, students will use self-hardening clay with ceramic techniques to focus on viewing three-dimensional forms in space.
Novice artists will gain a better understanding of how to control watercolor and mix colors in "Beginning Watercolor," taught by Tony Bonazzi from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays from Oct. 8 to Nov. 12. Bonazzi will also teach the "Intermediate Drawing" class, which will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. on Mondays, Oct. 5 to Nov. 9. Students will go beyond the basics to develop their ability to draw from observation and concentrate on shape and value.
As its name suggests, "Landscape Painting Plus" will encourage oil and acrylic painters to focus on landscape and incorporating figures, animals, and more into their art. Principles of composition, perspective, and color mixing will be explored. Carol Herr will teach the course, which will be held on Fridays, Oct. 2 to Nov. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Dot Stepenaski will lead "Passion for Pastels," emphasizing color, values, and pastel techniques, for artists of all skill levels. Classes will meet on Thursdays, Sept. 17 to Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Artists who want to enjoy working outdoors in the company of others but without a formal agenda are invited to join the LCAA Fair Weather Painters group, monitored by Marita Hines. The group meets at different times and places to paint outdoors. There is no cost to participate. Interested individuals may find "LCAA Fair Weather Painters" on Facebook to learn about upcoming paint-out events.
For more information and to register for classes or to join the LCAA, readers may visit http://www.lcaaonline.org or call 717-687-7061.
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