Upcoming Tri-County Arts Programs
Upcoming Tri-County Arts Programs
Gel Printing, Foam Sculpting, and More…
OLEAN- It's too hot outside, time for AC and cool classes at Tri County Arts Council. Sign up for classes online at: https://www.tricountyartscouncil.org/classes/
Artist’s Creative Corner – August 22, 2024 (Thursday) from 5:00-7:00pm. Cost: FREE Artisan Members & Above $10 Basic/Family Members & Non-Members. Age: 12+. Welcome to “Artist’s Creative Corner” – a vibrant community where artists gather to engage in meaningful conversations, share insights, and provide constructive critiques. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting on your creative journey, this group is a supportive space for discussing techniques, exploring new ideas, and offering feedback on each other’s work. Join us in fostering a collaborative environment that encourages growth, inspiration, and the celebration of diverse artistic expressions. Let your creativity thrive as we embark on this collective journey of artistic exploration and dialogue. All art styles and mediums are welcome!
Gel Printing – August 24, 2024 (Saturday) with Theresa Heinz from 1:00- 3:00pm, only 6 seats available. Cost: $30 Family Members & Above and $40 Basic Members & Non-Members. Age 13+. Gel printing is a form of printmaking called mono-printing. To do mono-printing in the past you had to have a press to transfer the paints from the plate to the paper. Now you can use a gel plate, which is a soft silicone plate that allows you create beautiful monotypes without a press!
Foam Sculpting – August 27, 2024 (Tuesday) with Eric Jones from 5:00-7:00pm. Cost: $50 Artisan Members & Above $60 Basic/Family Members & Non-Members. Supply Fee: $8. Age: 12+. Discover the fundamentals of sculpting in our beginner-friendly class. Learn essential techniques for shaping and detailing with foam as you create your own unique pieces of art. Guided by expert instructor, artist and TV Personality Eric Jones, you’ll explore different sculpting tools and methods, gaining hands-on experience and confidence. Perfect for all skill levels, this class provides everything you need to start your journey in the captivating world of sculpting.
Handbuilding – September 5 – October 24, 2024 (Thursday) with Geraldine Nash Smith from September 5 – October 24, 2024 (Thursday) from 10:00 – 12:00pm. Cost: $240 Artisan Members & Above $260 Basic/Family Members & Non-Members. Age: 18+. Intermediate Hand Building- This is a skill and knowledge building course. We seek to answer the question “What can I do with the clay (underglaze and glaze) and when can I do it?” Topics covered: - Stages of clay workability, Lid styles for covered containers, Style, size, and placement of handles, feet, and spouts, Joining smaller pieces together for a larger piece with any type of construction method, Hard slab construction, please bring an 11” x 17” cookie tray for storing pieces while in process, Colored underglaze possibilities and A completed review of glazing techniques, please bring a single subject notebook for notes for the whole class and glaze documentation.
The Tri-County Arts Council presents “An Artistic Journey, From watercolors to oils and back again” by Barbara Fox, the show will run from NOW- August 30 in the Peg Bothner Gallery. TCAC is always adding to their Artisan Market and class schedule at 110 West State St in Olean, NY 14760. We now have new Summer hours from Wednesday to Friday from 10 to 5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4pm. All Tuesday classes will still be happening, and we will be adding morning arts classes soon in September with a six-week hand building class.