Classes for Adults
The following classes are offered by the McLean Project for the Arts in partnership with the Corcoran College of Art + Design at the McLean Community Center. All classes are noncredit classes and are taught by Corcoran Faculty.
New! Art in Interiors
Through a series of lectures and field visits, participants will learn the proper techniques for displaying art in the home, including: the selection and placement of works of art; measuring, hanging and displaying pieces; and basic lighting techniques. This seminar provides expert advice on displaying artwork with an educated eye. Instructor: Corcoran Faculty.
4 lessons @ 3 hrs., $325/$145 McLean district residents.
6601.210 F, 10/1-10/22 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
New! Antiques in Interiors
This course provides insight and education regarding the selection of antiques for residential use, with the guidance of an expert instructor. The placement of antique pieces will be addressed, including concerns such as appropriate use, life cycle, lighting, potential environmental damage and proper care of antique pieces. The third class (Nov. 12) will be a class trip to the Antiques Show & Sale at the McLean Community Center. Instructor: Corcoran Faculty.
4 lessons @ 3 hrs., $325/$145 McLean district residents.
6602.210 F, 10/29-11/19 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Drawing Studio
For all skill levels. Beginning students will learn the basics, and more advanced students will progress on an individual basis. Students will study the figure, still life and subjects of individual choice while exploring a variety of drawing materials. Instructor: Marise Riddell (a.m.), David Carlson (p.m.).
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $520/$355 McLean district residents.
6603.210 W, 9/29-12/8 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
6604.210 W, 9/29-12/8 7-10 p.m.
No lesson on 11/24.
New! Drawing Workshop: Continuing Pastels
This class will expand a student’s understanding of pastels. After a short review of the fundamentals, students will work from various subjects to compose and develop fully resolved drawings. Color theory and composition will be discussed as well as methods of exploring one’s personal artistic vision. Instructor: Rula Jones.
5 lessons @ 3 hrs.,
$295/$180 McLean district residents.
6605.210 M, 10/4-11/8 1-4 p.m.
No lesson on 10/11.
New! Drawing Workshop: The Figure in Color
In this short course, students will: learn the use of color in the interpretation of the figure; develop an understanding of color’s theoretical and intuitive uses by applying chalk pastel, oil pastel and colored pencil; and practice classical/representational and expressive/contemporary approaches. This course provides a good transition from figure drawing to figure painting. Previous figure drawing experience is highly recommended. Instructor: Rula Jones.
5 lessons @ 3 hrs., $295/$220 McLean district residents. Tuition includes a $50 lab fee for models.
6606.210 M, 11/15-12/13 1-4 p.m.
Drawing and Painting Workshop: Portraiture
Students practice portrait drawing, learning how to organize contours, proportions and plans in two dimensions to convey the structure and form of a head. Painting techniques are then introduced, allowing students to use color and textural effects as they seek to capture a likeness and express personality. Oil or acrylic paint may be used. Instructor: Corcoran Faculty.
7 lessons @ 3 hrs., $380/$285 McLean district residents. Tuition includes a $50 lab fee for models.
6607.210 Th, 9/30-11/18 7-10 p.m.
No lesson on 11/11.
Painting Workshop
For all skill levels. Beginning students focus on acquiring technical skills while more advanced students receive guidance in handling compositional and expressive challenges. This course covers composition, color theory and canvas preparation. Subject matter will include both still life and the figure. Students may work in oil or acrylic. Instructor: Corcoran Faculty.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs.,
$520/$355 McLean district residents.
6608.210 M, 10/4-12/13 7-10 p.m.
No lesson on 10/11.
Painting with Acrylics
Previous painting experience required. Students will progress on an individual basis. This course covers the fundamentals of painting including composition, color theory and thematic development. Instructor: Julie Lansaw.
9 lessons @ 3 hrs., $470/$325 McLean district residents.
6609.210 Th, 10/7-12/16 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
No lesson on 11/11 and 11/25.
New! Abstracting from Nature
Some painting experience recommended. Course will emphasize the elements of color, line and form as vehicles for expressive abstraction in painting. Students will work from observation of still life, the figure and the landscape as a starting point. A painting vocabulary of color mixing, glazing and light and dark contrast, as well as group discussions of related artists’ work, will enable students to strengthen their own personal visions. Instructor: Sharon Fishel.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $520/$355 McLean district residents.
6610.210 M, 10/4-12/13 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
No lesson on 10/11.
Abstract Painting
No painting or drawing experience is required. This course explores the concepts and meanings of abstraction and their relevance in today’s world. Students will draw on imagery from nature and the visible world, personal experience, ideas, dreams and the history of abstract painting. Instructor: Marise Riddell.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $520/$355 McLean district residents.
6611.210 W, 9/29-12/8 1-4 p.m.
No lesson on 11/24.
Beginning Watercolor
This is an introduction to the basics of color mixing, brush techniques, value and composition. The importance of materials in watercolor will be stressed. Each class will begin with a demonstration of the subject, ranging from still life to landscape to the figure. Instructor: Barbara Januszkiewicz.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $520/$355 McLean district residents.
6612.210 Tu, 9/28-11/30 1-4 p.m
Continuing Watercolor
For students who have completed a beginning watercolor class. Working from still life, live models and the landscape, students will explore a variety of subjects and styles with an emphasis on developing one’s personal style. Techniques such as wet into wet, dry brush and glazing will be explored with particular emphasis on color and composition. Instructor: Barbara Januszkiewicz.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $520/$355 McLean district residents.
6613.210 Tu, 9/28-11/30 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Open Studio
Open drawing sessions with models. Saturday sessions feature long poses (minimum one hour each). Save when you register for the series!
14 lessons @ 2.5 hrs., $85/$80 McLean district residents; individual sessions: $8.
6614.210 Tu, 9/14-12/14 7-9:30 p.m.
12 lessons @ 3 hrs., $85/$80 McLean district residents; individual sessions: $9.6615.210 Th, 9/16-12/16 1-4 p.m.
No session on 11/11 and 11/25.
10 lessons @ 3 hrs., $75/$70 McLean district residents; individual sessions: $10.6616.210 Sa, 9/18-12/18 4-7 p.m.
No session on 10/2, 11/13, 11/27 and 12/4.
