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Art Classes at Five Points Center for Active Adults

Calligraphy and Watercolor

Watercolor

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Discover the magic of watercolor! The instructor will introduce paper, brushes and other supplies and demonstrate these techniques. Master artists' work will be viewed to display their use of elements and principles of art. Students will have the opportunity to adopt, adapt, and/or apply to their own work. Students will practice using elements of texture, value, line, space, shape, and form, including the color wheel. Principles of art will be identified and discussed, along with the importance of leaving white space. Students will learn to use these techniques to create their own original art, whether still life, landscape, or abstract. You must bring supplies to class. Supply list available online or at the Five Points front desk.

Dates: Tuesdays
Time:  10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages: 18 and older
Cost: $32 Residents / $47 Non-residents
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Calligraphy

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Five Points Center for Active Adults welcomes senior art enthusiasts at any stage! We have a lot of fun classes, and engaging and knowledgeable instructors. Come learn calligraphy! Linda Torrena will teach participants how to utilize different brush strokes to create beautiful lettering. This workshop is once a month on the first Wednesday of the month.

Dates: First Wednesday of every month, Jan. 14 -April 8
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages: 18 and older
Cost: $29 for four months
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Continuing Watercolor

a man painting a still life

This class can only be taken if you have taken a previous watercolor class before. Review techniques, color theory and use in painting still-life or photos of flowers, animals, etc. Address composition elements & principles. Discuss brushes and supplies, along with how to create form. Oriental brush assignment may be included along with color puzzles, explanation, and examples. Students will learn to use these techniques to create their own original art, whether still life, landscape or abstract. You must bring supplies to class. Supply list available online or at the Five Points front desk.

Dates: Thursdays, Jan. 15 - Feb. 12
Time:  10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages: 18 and older
Cost: $32 Residents / $47 Non-residents
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Contact

 
Five Points Center for Active Adults
2000 Noble Road
Raleigh, NC 27608

919-996-4730

Five Points Center for Active Adults

Lead Department:
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources

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