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This versatile man-made polymer paint hit the art world in 1950's and has gained popularity ever since. Dilute the paints with water to create transparent washes of color in watercolor effect or use the paints thicker, building up layers of paint that can mimic oils. Create interesting textures through using brush strokes, palette knives and other objects and solutions added to the surface to create a mixed media. We'll explore line, color, value, texture, and composition in an informal setting. There will be a mix of teacher demonstration and one-on-one instruction. Open to beginners and intermediates. Call 978-236-1200 to request a materials list at least one week before class starts.

Ever wish you could try different art materials, but didn't know where to begin? Ever think, "maybe I am creative..." but slam the door shut before that thought goes to far? Here's your chance to play, de-stress, and express yourself through acrylics, watercolor, tempera, clay, and print-making. Explore your latent creativity with artist Paula Beaulieu. A materials fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Whether you are an exerienced oil painter or someone who has never held a brush, come explore this relatively new medium which mixes with water to give it fluidity, but has the buttery quality of oils. It is difficult to tell the difference when comparing a water-based oil to an oil painting. However, clean-up is easy, just soap and water and there's no smell. You'll learn techniqes to create values, shapes, moods and look at composition in still life, as well as subjects of your choosing. All materials provided. A materials fee of $20 is payable to the instructor the first day of class.

Explore this beautiful, buttery, fluid art medium that mixes and cleans with soap and water and no noxious smells. For anyone who has never experienced water-based oils, as well as those with some experience. Work at your own pace on your own subject matter with brief demos and individualized instruction. All materials provided for a fee of $35 payable to the instructor the first class, or bring your own supplies. Bring several photographs to the first class.

Learn or re-learn the basic of sewing and design. We'll start with the basics of sewing, how to use your sewing machine, fabric measuring and cutting. By the end of the class you'll have four projects made! Please bring sewing machine, new spool of thread, pins, scissors and a ruler. Suppply list will be provided at the first class. Classes are held at Sew Creative, 14 Elliott Street, Beverly, Massachusetts.

Expand upon your experience. Learn different seams, zipper applications and hand stitching techniques. Sewing Basics or previous sewing experience is required. Please bring your own sewing machine, a spool of black thread, scissors and a yard of muslin. A detailed list of sewing tools will be discussed in class, along with patterns for projects.

Express yourself through drawing and develop observation skills and confidence. Become familiar with drawing concepts and learn to see in new ways. Explore line, shape, value, form, perspective, texture, and composition in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Please bring an 18"x24" newsprint pad of paper, soft vine charcoal, a kneaded eraser, and a small rag. Open to all skill levels.

Sharpen your observation skills and learn to draw realistic flowers and plants with attention to detail and color accuracy. Explore light and shade, form, and color mixing. Class includes demonstration, individual attention, and plenty of time for painting. Botanical subjects vary each semester. All painting abilities welcome. A $20 materials fee for flowers is payable to the instructor at the first class. Call for a list of additional materials before class starts at (978) 236-1200.

Design unique pieces of jewelry using basic metalsmithing techniques. Learn how to form metal sheet and wire by filing, sanding, dapping, disc cutting, corrugating, twisting and coiling. Apply decorative surface embellishments by roller embossing, hammering, symbol and letter stamping. Enhance your jewelry with Swarovski crystals. All tools and equipment will be provided by the instructor. A $50 materials kit is payable to the instructor at the first class. Materials kit includes: copper sheet, silver wire, polishing materials, and a selection of semi-precious stones (or bring some of your favorites). Sterling silver is available for purchase for each project.

Design and sew all types of bags: tote bags, travel bags; hand bags; bingo bags; diaper bags; shoe bags; cosmetic bags; jewelry bags; children's travel pillow/pajama bags; beach bags; garment bags; travel cosmetic bags; and more. Sewing experience required. Bring sewing machine, sewing scissors, spool of black and white thread. A $10 kit fee is payable to the instructor in class. A more extensive list of materials and projects will be provided by the instructor at the first class.

Create your own cartoon characters and explore the various illustration styles, tricks, and techniques used by professionals. Examine digital techniques, learn about facial expression, figure drawing, composition, perspective and background. Please bring to the first class: pencils, erasers, a ruler, 10" triangle and a 9x12" (or larger) drawing pad.

In this introductory illustration course, you will learn to divide a story into pages and to balance the text and illustrations through the book. Professional illulstrator Ana Vojech will lead you through the process of developing a story board, sketching and finally create at least one final illustration. Some manual artistic experience is required. For the first class bring a story, several sheets of 8.5x11 paper, pencil and a ruler, preferably a triangle. To learn more about Anna Vojech, go to www.avojtech.com.

Don't throw away clothes that don't fit, alter and recycle them! Beginners or advanced seamstresses learn how to professionally alter readymade adult or children's clothing. Shorten jeans, jogging pants, skirts, slacks, or replace broken zippers. Create new designs by adding buttons, or shorten sleeves. Please bring your own sewing machine along with scissors, pins and a measuring tape. Bring your first project to class.

Create unique sterling silver earrings by coiling, spiraling, wrapping, corrugating, hammering, disc cutting and dapping. Learn how to make your own ear wires. Enhance your earrings with semi-precious stones. All tools and equipment will be provided by the instructor. A $35 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.

A foundation for all visual arts including: Drawing, Painting, Graphic or Web Design, Landscape or Interior Design. See how your work becomes strengthened and focused when your awareness of design principles is clear, and your command of design principles improves. Explore design vocabulary with hands-on materials and tools. A $10 fee is payable to the instructor in class.

Build on previous figure drawing experience or start from the beginning and experiment with color as you capture the essence of the figure. Choose colored pencils, ink, washes, watercolor, or pastels to take your drawings into a looser, more painterly form. Draw from a model the last night of class. All materials provided for a fee of $20 payable to the instructor at the first class.

Learn casting on, forming the knit stitch, forming the purl stitch and binding off. Read a pattern and learn common knitting abbreviations. In this hands-on class you will knit a scarf and finish off with weaving in the ends and blocking the scarf. Keep warm for the winter!

Make a beautiful wreath to hang on your door or use as a centerpiece on your table (a small hanger on back lets you do either!) using fresh and dried greens, seed stalks, pine cones, nuts, faux berries and leaves, cinnamon sticks, and more. This wreath is a lovely way to bring the energy of the season into your home. Bring a glue gun (preferably one with a trigger), plenty of glue sticks, and a box to carry home your creation. All other materials are provided. This is a really fun, creative way to connect with the plant energies of the season and bring them into your living space. A $6 materials fee is payable to he instructor in class.

Design a unique and funky mixed metal cuff bracelet using brass, copper and silver sheet. Learn how to manipulate metal by cutting, shaping, filing and polishing. Create interesting texture using design stamps, and chasing tools. Finally, learn how to rivet your bracelet and shape it into an elegant cuff you'll be proud to wear, or give as a gift. All tools provided in class. A fee of $35 is payable to the instructor in class for materials.

Develop the skill of beautiful lettering known as calligraphy. Learn the well-known style of Chancery script. Upon completion, you will be able to hand-letter poems, invitations, greeting cards and special projects. For optimum results, outside practice is essential. A materials kit is available for $20 payable to the instructor at the first class.