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Dates
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Room
Fees
Instructor
Winter Q3 2026Visual and Performing ArtsRegister early for all classes.(Then you won't be disappointed if your class is full or canceled.)Acrylic and Oil Painting Lab - [9 Class Sessions] This course offers Guests an immersive studio experience, providing a dedicated three-hour block per class session for the focused practice of either drawing or painting. Guests are encouraged to explore and develop their skills by working on subjects that resonate with their individual artistic interests on any given day. The instructor will be readily available throughout each session to provide personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and address any technical or conceptual challenges Guests may encounter. This extended class time allows for in-depth exploration of chosen subjects, experimentation with various techniques and materials, and the development of a sustained artistic practice within a supportive learning environment.
*No classes held: Friday, February 13, 2025.
VP101.3 F 1/09 - 3/13 9:00AM - 12PM Room 107 Reg $270/
Seniors $243
Antkowiak ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Art Studio - [6 Class Sessions] Join us for an in-person Artist Lab and Open Studio! This is a fun, friendly space to work on your own projects at your own pace, at your own table. Enjoy the creativity and camaraderie of fellow artists, and be inspired. We offer ideas, source material, enthusiasm, and supportive feedback, if requested. All mediums are welcome: paint; collage; pens; pencils; digital; and, needle craft. Sign up now and give yourself this special time to work on your art!*Art Studio will be held on the following dates:
January: 7, 14, 21, 28; and, March: 4, 11.
Please Note: There will be NO Art Studio sessions during the month of February.
Additional Information:
*Art Studio will be held on the following dates:
- January: 7, 14, 21, 28; and,
- March: 4, 11.
Please Note: There will be NO Art Studio sessions during the month of February.
VP102.3 W 1/7 - 3/11 1 - 4pm Room 107 Reg $180 Seniors $162 Henderson ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beginning Watercolor - [8 Class Sessions] This introductory watercolor painting course invites beginners to unleash their creativity. You will explore the essentials of this vibrant medium, including core techniques like washes, blending, layering, and effective color mixing. The class focuses on practical skills, teaching you how to best utilize brushes, papers, and paints as you develop your unique artistic voice. No prior experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm for experimenting with color and water!
VP110.3 W 1/7 - 2/25 12:30 - 3:30pm Room 108 Reg $240 Seniors $216 Baaten ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Fundamentals of Drawing and Beyond - [5 Class Sessions January - February] This drawing course is designed to increase visual awareness and develop fundamental drawing methods, focusing on line drawings and achieving the effect of three-dimensional form. Drawing is foundational to most art forms, and we will explore key concepts such as line, value, form, perspective, texture, and proportion through various exercises. Projects are suitable for both beginner and intermediate Guests. Demonstrations, lectures, and group/individual instruction will be provided for each project. Guests will work from photographs of their choice and participate in weekly or bi-weekly class projects. Advanced and intermediate students are also welcome to work on their own personal projects, receiving guidance to further refine their skills.
Please view the instructor's website at www.garybergren.com for more information.
VP104.3A Th 1/8 - 2/5 1:30 - 4pm Room 107 Reg $125 Seniors $112.50 Bergren VP104.3B Th 2/12 - 3/12 1:30 - 4pm Room 107 Reg $125 Seniors $112.50 Bergren ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mosaic Art Workshop - [8 Class Sessions] There is something for just about everyone in this Mosaic workshop. While working at your own pace on the projects of your choice, beginners and experienced artists alike can explore mosaic craft and find inspiration from each other. The class is monitored by an instructor who provides direction for newbies and support for the experienced. While most work with glass, experiments with new materials and techniques are encouraged. Open yourself to the world of mosaics! A fee of $25 is to be paid to the instructor. Guests may have additional material costs depending on their projects. Limited enrollment.
Additional Information:
A fee of $25 is to be paid to the instructor. Guests may have additional material costs depending on their projects. Limited enrollmentVP106.3 M 1/5 - 3/9 1 - 4pm Room 108 Reg $240 Seniors $216 Zuckerman ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Oils or Acrylics Painting (Landscapes and Portraiture Painting) - [5 Class Sessions Jan.-Feb.] This course is designed to enhance your creativity and art education in an engaging environment. Guests will paint from photographs of their choosing. Instruction includes lectures on strong composition, demonstrations on achieving accurate color, values, and representation, and individualized guidance, including personal critiques. Powerpoint presentations covering various forms of composition will be utilized, and a portrait video is available and recommended for those seeking further professional development. This course is suitable for Guests at both the beginning and intermediate levels.
Please visit the instructor's website at www.garybergren.com for more information.VP108.3A Th 1/8 - 2/5 9:30AM - 12:30PM Room 107 Reg $150 Seniors $135 Bergren VP108.3B Th 2/12 - 3/12 9:30AM - 12:30PM Room 107 Reg $150 Seniors $135 Bergren ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Winter Q3 Break: December 22 - 31, 2025
Del Valle Education Center, 1963 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek
