Jun 13th
1–4pm CDT
Meets 9 Times
Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting in Chicago with classes that cover everything from figure drawing to watercolor techniques. Gain the skills and confidence to create stunning artwork in various mediums.
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Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Refine your portrait painting skills with personalized coaching focusing on drawing and painting techniques. Explore rendering models in color or honing your drawing abilities in this dynamic class. Unleash your creativity with poses lasting 2 to 3 weeks and bring your preferred drawing and painting materials to the first session.
Jun 13th
1–4pm CDT
Meets 9 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity in a studio environment dedicated to exploring the human form through various artistic mediums. Explore the world of figure drawing and sculpture and expand your creative horizons.
Jun 25th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 9 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of summer landscapes. Explore the art of composition and color through various mediums, from gouache to oil. Elevate your painting skills and capture the essence of nature's palette with expert guidance.
Jun 3rd
10am–1pm CDT
Meets 4 Times
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Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Unleash the artistry of negative painting amidst nature's splendor. Discover the harmony of plants and flowers emerging from your canvas, as you master the interplay of lost and found edges. Elevate your watercolor skills with unity, depth, and clarity, guided by the beauty of the outdoors.
Jun 8th
9am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 3 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash the dramatic allure of light and shadow in your artwork! Explore the captivating world of Chiaroscuro techniques using charcoal, delving into centuries-old methods that infuse emotion and dynamism into your compositions. From still life to figure drawing, experience the evolution of darkness firsthand, culminating in a candlelit finale reminiscent of Carravaggio's mastery. Perfect for artists seeking to elevate their craft with vivacious intensity.
Jun 15th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Jul 27th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover the transformative potential of watercolor in botanical art, mastering fundamental techniques from color mixing to paint-layering. Dive into exercises designed to enhance your paint-handling skills and render textures with lifelike precision. Elevate your botanical artwork as you progress from basic principles to nuanced expression, guided by prerequisite knowledge in botanical drawing and color mixing.
Jul 11th
6–9pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Art City @ 905 W Eastman St, Chicago, IL
Escape to a serene haven nestled along the Wild Mile, where brush strokes meet nature's canvas. Immerse yourself in an impressionist painting experience, embracing tranquility and unleashing your artistic flair amidst a welcoming ambiance. Reserve your place today and indulge in a journey of creative discovery.
Apr 28th
11am–1pm CDT
May 12th
11am–1pm CDT
May 19th
11am–1pm CDT
May 26th
11am–1pm CDT
Jun 9th
11am–1pm CDT
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Muze Arts @ 1624 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity with our guided adult class, where you'll delve into the basics of watercolor painting. Join us in Chicago for a relaxing session, connect with fellow painters, and let your artistic talents flourish. All materials provided, just bring your favorite reference photo!
May 29th
6–7:30pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity with a versatile medium known for its vibrant colors and soft textures. Dive into the world of pastels and discover the joy of experimenting with different techniques to bring your artwork to life.
Jun 10th
9:30am–12:30pm CDT
Meets 12 Times
Art City @ 1400 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Refine your drawing prowess with our figure drawing sessions. Embrace the challenge of sketching live models and elevate your artistic abilities. Join us to cultivate your talent and explore the art of figure drawing.
Art City @ 1400 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Refine your drawing prowess with our figure drawing sessions. Embrace the challenge of sketching live models and elevate your artistic abilities. Join us to cultivate your talent and explore the art of figure drawing.
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Refine your artistic eye amidst nature's canvas. Hone your ability to capture fleeting moments and intricate details through quick studies. Equip yourself with the skills to translate outdoor inspiration into studio masterpieces.
Aug 3rd
9am–12pm CDT
Meets 6 Times
Art City @ 1400 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Celebrate Mother's Day with creativity and love at Art City's special event. Unwind and bond with your family while expressing gratitude to all the incredible mothers with paint and sip fun.
May 11th
2–4pm CDT
May 11th
5:30–8:30pm CDT
May 12th
2–4pm CDT
May 12th
5:30–8:30pm CDT
Art City @ 1400 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Discover Art City, a vibrant creative hub in Chicago offering a range of dynamic art classes and workshops for all ages and skill levels. With a focus on fostering individual expression and community engagement, Art City provides a welcoming space for artists to thrive and connect.
Art City @ 1400 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your inner artist in the heart of Chicago. Join us for an evening of creativity and relaxation with our BYOB painting class. Gather your friends for a memorable experience guided by talented instructors.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity and tell stories through art! Dive into character design and storytelling techniques to craft your own comic panels using various drawing tools. Explore traditional and digital drawing methods while gaining inspiration from professional examples.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity with Pen & Ink and Watercolor techniques! Join us for a hands-on artistic journey where you'll learn to create stunning drawings and paintings using a variety of pens and watercolor mediums. Get ready to explore new techniques and unlock your artistic potential.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Perfect for local teens interested in furthering their artistic abilities in the subjects of painting and drawing. The program was developed from Loyola Academy, ETHS, and New Trier High School. Perfect for advanced high school art students serious about pursuing art. Designed to enhance a student’s ability to render objects and the figure through dry and wet media. Students will not only engage technique and study, but learn how to build...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Full Course Name Abstract Alchemy: From and with Nature - Intensive with Artist Judith Kruger Reinterpret nature’s deep imagery and essence employing matter from nature itself within a limited palette. Paint, ink and homemade gesso will be made from inorganic and organic sources including pine soot, shells and earth minerals. Natural metallics and oxidation will be introduced for warmth and depth. These arcane processes have been employed for...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
This studio class offers time to work on projects of your personal preference with the availability of individualized instruction and technique. Students are encouraged to explore line, composition, color, and scale. Group critiques and references to classic and contemporary art are included. Bring your choice of medium (acrylic, pastel, charcoal and/or pencil) to the first class. Skilled Level: Intermediate / Advanced In-person...
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