Friday, May 30, 2014

May Market

"May Market", acrylic on canvas, 12" x 16"

I started this painting last Saturday at the Brentwood Farmers' Market and finished it in my studio.  It was Memorial Day weekend and the height of cherry season, so the place was packed.  Such a fun jumble to paint!

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

New classes at Delta Gallery in Brentwood


"Fantasy Forest", watercolor by Nancy Roberts

I'm excited to be offering art classes for kids, teens and adults at the beautiful new Delta Gallery of the Arts in Brentwood starting June 11. To register call (925) 516-5935 to reserve your spot, then complete your registration in person at the gallery.  Delta Gallery of the Arts, 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128 in the Streets of Brentwood (next to the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.) Space is limited to 12 students, so early sign-up is recommended to assure your enrollment.
 
Here's what's coming up for summer:

Fantasy Art Workshop (Ages 7 - 13)  Let your imagination run wild! In this fun 3-week class you'll invent your own characters and creatures and design the world they live in. Working with a variety of drawing and painting media you'll bring your creations to life with color mixing, light and shadow, perspective and special effects. Students who've worked with Nancy before will receive new challenges to build on personal progress. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor on the first day.  Fee: $45 (3 weeks) Wednesdays, 12:30 - 2pm, June 11 - 25.

Fashion Art Workshop (Ages 8 - 13)  Do you have amazing ideas for creative new clothing designs? In this fun 3-week class you'll turn your ideas into professional-looking illustrations using a variety of fine art media and techniques. Projects combine drawing the fashion face and figure, garment basics and designing with fabric, pattern and color.  Students who've worked with Nancy before will receive new challenges to build on personal progress. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor on the first day.  Fee: $45 (3 weeks) Wednesdays, 2:30 - 4pm, June 11 - 25.

Summer Paint Zone (Ages 6 - 12)  For young artists who love to paint! In this fun 3-week class you'll strengthen your skills and learn some new techniques as you explore tempera, liquid watercolor and acrylic paint on canvas. Themes will range from the realistic to the fantastic with an emphasis on creative self-expression. Students who've worked with Nancy before will receive new challenges to build on personal progress. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor on the first day.  Fee: $45(3 weeks) Wednesdays, 12:30 - 2pm, July 9 - 23.

3-D Drawing for Teens and Tweens (Ages 10 - 17)  For students who already have some realistic drawing experience, this 3-week workshop takes your skills to the next level. Projects focus on creating the look of three-dimensional form and space using perspective and shading techniques. Seeing, understanding and drawing the effects of light and shadow will be explored in depth. Materials will include pen, pencil, charcoal and pastel. Students who've worked with Nancy before will receive new challenges to build on personal progress. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor on the first day.  Fee: $45(3 weeks) Wednesdays, 2:30 - 4pm, July 9 - 23.

Acrylic Painting for Adults and Teens (Adults and teens age 13 and up)  Acrylic is a wonderfully versatile medium that can be used like oil paint, watercolor or both. For those new to acrylic, this class will introduce you to the basics of handling the paint, mixing color, working with value, understanding light and shadow and designing a strong composition. More experienced painters will have the chance to build their skills and work on personal goals. Subjects, demonstrations and individual help will be tailored to the students’ interests. You'll find examples of Nancy's work and a list of suggested acrylic supplies on her website, www.NancyRobertsStudio.com.  Fee: $80(3 weeks) Saturdays, 1 - 4pm, August 16 - 30.