Drawing & Painting

Art Alliance Adult classes are held on schedule when the Greensboro Cultural Center is open.

The Greensboro Cultural Center is closed on Federal Holidays. To view a list of these dates please click here.

for a schedule of studio hours from June 28-August 6 click here!

space and light to create a unified and expressive painting. Class is intermediate/advanced level.

Instructor: Albert Kauslick

Learn the basics of the frame loom and get started on scarves, table runners, tapestries and more. The frame loom is portable so you can take your project with you anywhere. Great for students who want to find out if weaving is for them. Supplies required

This class will explore the basics of oil painting with an emphasis on individual expression.
Working from still life, the student will develop the rudiments of oil painting, basic drawing tecniques, color theory and composition in order to create a finished painting.
$100/8 weeks.

Study shape, contrast, composition, drawing and painting media and drawing details. Supplies required, class size limited.

Beginner and Intermediate level. Basic drawing and watercolor techniques, discussion of composition, light, color theory and visual textures.

A comprehensive class exploring the fundamentals of painting portraits in oil while reviewing the principles that underlie all good art. Tom stresses a problem-solving approach, rather than teaching a specific painting style. His easy-going, friendly approach provides an enjoyable opportunity to study composition, lighting the subject, using various tools, different approaches to a color palette, and working from a live model. Tom will demonstrate techniques while maximizing students' easel time and individual attention. Required supply list here!

Tom is new to our teaching faculty. With a degree in studio painting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an artistic career spanning three decades, Tom has received more than two dozen awards for creative achievement, including recognition from the American Advertising Federation and the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles. Twice, fellow portrait artists honored Tom as one of ten finalists in the Portrait Society of America's International Portrait Competition. He also was honored with one of four special Merit Awards from the same organization. Tom is a founding member of the Portrait Society of America, and is a charter member of The Portrait Institute in New York.

click on the "kids art" tab at the top of the page for a list of classes- Homeschool, ages 6-8 years, 8-10 years, 10-13 years and Teen Drawing.

Art Alliance classes are held on schedule when the Greensboro Cultural Center is open. If conditions are not deemed safe the building will close and classes will not be held. Afterschool classes will follow the Guilford County School cancellation schedule.

As soon as we know the class schedule will change, an update will be on our phone at 336/373-2725.




		Read our Summer newsletter Art Alliance Adult classes are held on schedule when the Greensboro Cultural Center is open. The Greensboro Cultural Center is closed on Federal Holidays. To view a list of these dates please click here. for a schedule of studio hours from June 28-August 6 click here! Fall/Winter 2010 Adult Drawing and Painting Classes Painting the Human Figure Mondays Painting the Human Figure Instructor: Mike Northuis Choice of oil, acrylic or watercolor. Exploration of color, form, space and light to create a unified and expressive painting. Class is intermediate/advanced level. $120/8 weeks. Includes model fee. Mondays, 7-9:30pm May 3-June 23 . Supplies required Drawing the Human Figure Instructor: Albert Kauslick Fundamentals of anatomy and drawing technique. Class is intermediate/advanced level. $120/8 weeks. Includes model fee. Mondays, 7-9:30pm July 12-August 23 Supplies required. Weaving Instructor: Kathryn Gauldin Tuesdays, 10:00-12:30 Session 1: August 31-October 19 Session 2: October 24-December 14 Learn the basics of the frame loom and get started on scarves, table runners, tapestries and more. The frame loom is portable so you can take your project with you anywhere. Great for students who want to find out if weaving is for them. Supplies required Session 1: August 31-October 19; Intro to weaving, Session 2: October 24-December 14; Color and structure in weaving $100/8-weeks Intro/Intermediate Oil Painting Instructor: Mavis Liggett TUESDAYS , 6:30 - 9PM Session 1: August 31-October 19 Session 2: October 24-December 14 This class will explore the basics of oil painting with an emphasis on individual expression. Working from still life, the student will develop the rudiments of oil painting, basic drawing tecniques, color theory and composition in order to create a finished painting. $100/8 weeks. Required supply list here. Please pre-register to avoid disappointment. Watercolor Painting/Intro to Drawing Instructor: Jack Stratton WEDNESDAYS 7:00 – 9:00PM Session 1: September 1-October 20 Session 2 : October 25-December 15 Appropriate for beginning and intermediate students. Basic drawing and watercolor techniques; discussions of composition, color theory and masters of painting and drawing. $100/8 weeks. Class size limited: Pre-registration required for all students Required Supply list here. Daytime Drawing & Painting Instructor: Mark Spangenberg Wednesdays, 10:00-12:30 pm Study shape, contrast, composition, drawing and painting media and drawing details. Supplies required, class size limited. Daytime Drawing: September 1, October 27 Daytime Painting: September 29, November 24 Fee: $50/4-weeks Daytime Watercolor Instructor: Jack Stratton Thursdays, 10:00-12:30 Session 1: September 2-October 21 Session 2: October 26-December 16 Beginner and Intermediate level. Basic drawing and watercolor techniques, discussion of composition, light, color theory and visual textures. $100/8 weeks. Supplies Required Portraits SATURDAYS, 2:00-4:30PM Session 1: September 4-October 23 Session 2: October 28-December 18 Instructor: Tom Edgerton A comprehensive class exploring the fundamentals of painting portraits in oil while reviewing the principles that underlie all good art. Tom stresses a problem-solving approach, rather than teaching a specific painting style. His easy-going, friendly approach provides an enjoyable opportunity to study composition, lighting the subject, using various tools, different approaches to a color palette, and working from a live model. Tom will demonstrate techniques while maximizing students' easel time and individual attention. Required supply list here! $120/8 weeks Tom is new to our teaching faculty. With a degree in studio painting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an artistic career spanning three decades, Tom has received more than two dozen awards for creative achievement, including recognition from the American Advertising Federation and the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles. Twice, fellow portrait artists honored Tom as one of ten finalists in the Portrait Society of America's International Portrait Competition. He also was honored with one of four special Merit Awards from the same organization. Tom is a founding member of the Portrait Society of America, and is a charter member of The Portrait Institute in New York. Workshops for Fall - more info on our "Workshops" page SIZING PAPER; Creating a tooth for Drawing or Pastels: Instructor: Mark Spangenberg August 21, 10:00-1:00 Marbling Techniques Instructor: Kathryn Gauldin August 28 10:00-1:00 Printmaking Workshops Instructor: Albert Kauslick October 23, 10:00-1:00 Contemplative Creativity: Drawing the Mandala Instructor: Vicki Longhofer Saturday, October 23,10:00-1:00 Watercolor Techniques Art & Architecture Workshop Instructor: Kerry L. Kupferschmidt Saturday Oct. 2nd & Oct. 9th, 9:00am- 1:15p, Watercolor Glazing Workshop Instructor: Kerry L. Kupferschmidt Friday, Sept. 17th & Friday Sept. 24th, 9am – 1:15pm (break for snack ) Classes meet in room #127, first floor of the Cultural Center. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Payment is due by the first class. Some scholarship assistance is available. Please call 373-2725 for more information. More workshops listed under "workshops" Call 336/373-2725 or email artalliancegso@gmail.com for more information! Fall/Winter 2010 Youth Drawing and Painting click on the "kids art" tab at the top of the page for a list of classes- Homeschool, ages 6-8 years, 8-10 years, 10-13 years and Teen Drawing. Inclement Weather! Art Alliance classes are held on schedule when the Greensboro Cultural Center is open. If conditions are not deemed safe the building will close and classes will not be held. Afterschool classes will follow the Guilford County School cancellation schedule. As always, use your best judgement. As soon as we know the class schedule will change, an update will be on our phone at 336/373-2725. Thank you for your understanding.