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Unlock your inner artist and explore the world of painting with a diverse range of classes in Chicago. From beginner to advanced, discover new techniques, develop your skills, and gain the confidence to create beautiful works of art.

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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.

(122) Intermediate 18 and older
$374

6 sessions

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Drawing & Painting the Portrait

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Refine your portrait drawing and painting skills with personalized guidance and the freedom to work in color or focus solely on drawing techniques. Unleash your creativity in capturing the essence of the model through poses spanning 2-3 weeks. View the instructor's recommended supply list for a head start on this artistic journey.

(83) Intermediate 18 and older
$445

9 sessions

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Capturing the Colors of Summer

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.

(122) All levels 18 and older
$287

4 sessions

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Pen & Ink & Watercolor

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.

(83) All levels 16 and older
$230

5 sessions

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Abstract Alchemy: From and with Nature

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...

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$670

4 sessions

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Open Studio: Water Based

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

If watercolor, gouache, ink or other water based medium is your thing,  then this open studio is for you. No assignments. No pressure.  Bring your own reference. Set up your own still life. Create something from your imagination. Collaborate with others. Do your own thing but when you want some help the instructor will step in. Open to beginners and advanced artists. Bring your own supplies. Skill Level: All Levels Click here for the instructor's...

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$425

10 sessions

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Beginning Painting

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Come learn the foundations of painting! Learn introductory skills to a painting studio practice. You will create multiple paintings from your own individual interests and subjects. Along with learning painting techniques you will practice different methodologies to creating work, such as collage and writing prompts. No previous painting experience is necessary. Click here for the instructor's recommended supply list.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$425

10 sessions

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Intro to Oil Painting for Teens (Ages 14-18)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Utilizing still life, students will learn step-by-step procedure along with the materials and craftsmanship  of oil paint.  Through studies and exercises, the essential skill of drawing accurately will be developed and the fascinating realms of color theory, composition and creating the illusion of dimension will be explored. Students will need to provide their own supplies. Click here for the instructor's recommended supply list.

(83) Beginner 14 - 18 years old
No upcoming schedules
$445

10 sessions

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Painting the Portrait in Oils

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unlock the secrets of capturing the essence of a person through the medium of oils in this engaging course. Discover techniques to create lifelike portraits that convey emotion and personality.

(83) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$490

10 sessions

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Beginning and Intermediate Oil Painting

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity on canvas and explore the vibrant world of oil painting. Dive into the dynamic techniques and rich textures that bring your artwork to life. Elevate your artistic skills under the guidance of experienced instructors.

(83) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$435

10 sessions

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Painting the Still Life in Oil

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Experience the beauty of oil painting as you master the art of capturing still life compositions. Explore step-by-step techniques, honing your skills in drawing accuracy and delving into color theory and composition. Join us to unlock the secrets of creating depth and dimension on canvas under expert guidance.

(83) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$435

10 sessions

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Creative Discover Through Painting

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Come learn the foundations of painting! Learn basic skills to a painting studio practice. You will create multiple paintings from your own individual interests and subjects. Along with learning painting techniques you will practice different methodologies to creating work, such as collage and writing prompts. You can choose to work with either oil or acrylic paints in this class. No previous painting experience is necessary.  Skill Level: Beginner...

(83) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$325

12 sessions

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Intro to Abstraction in Watercolor and Gouache (16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Interested in Abstraction, but don't quite know where to get started? It can be intimidating to think of oneself as an abstract painter, but join me and take that first leap! In this studio watercolor and gouache class you’ll learn a variety of painting techniques and conceptual frameworks for making beautiful abstract pieces! Learn all about gesture, washes, blooms, and the layering process that goes into creating rich textures, colors and compositions....

(83) All levels 16 and older
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$360

10 sessions

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Contemporary Portrait Making and Figure Study

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

From Head to Toe: Contemporary Portrait Making and Figure Study Explore figure drawing fundamentals: proportions, gesture, anatomy, line, shape, composition and mass/value, while working in dry media such as graphite, charcoal, and pastel. Study both classical and contemporary examples that range from Durer to Diebenkorn. We work with the live models during all sessions. Supply List please click here

(83) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$405

10 sessions

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The Science and Art of Painting Glorious Color

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

With Bauhaus teacher Johannes Itten’s classic, The Art of Color as your guide, you will learn and apply the principals of color theory to oil paintings you will produce from still life material, photographs, and your imagination. Using a limited palette, you will learn how to mix greys without using black, develop a personal palette, and paint colors that sing. You will also look at paintings by Mondrian, Bonnard, Kandinsky, Klee, Morandi, Albers,...

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$385

9 sessions

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Watercolor Animals (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn how to draw and paint animals in variety of styles. This camp will explore different watercolor techniques and experiment with various materials that combine with watercolor, such as markers, colored pencils and other water soluble materials. Students can make their creatures cute, creepy, or realistic. It's all up to their own interpretation!

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$370

5 sessions

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Blooming in Watercolor (Ages 9-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Over the course of this class, students will learn foundational watercolor techniques as well as develop essential draftsmanship skills that will enable them to translate their thoughts and observations onto paper. Various watercolor techniques such as washes, gradations, and blooming will be taught, along with more in-depth knowledge on color harmony and composition that will help students create unique and informed work.

(83) Beginner 9 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$375

10 sessions

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Open Figure Studio: Long Pose

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Participants must have previously completed one EAC painting or drawing class. Figure Studio offers participants the opportunity to work in their choice of media and study the nude. This will be a long pose for 3 weeks at a time. Instruction is not included; a classroom monitor will lead the class. Please review the EAC's model etiquette.

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$325

8 sessions

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Painting Studio

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity and explore the world of color and expression in a dynamic and supportive environment. Dive into an immersive artistic experience where you can hone your painting skills and develop your unique style under the guidance of experienced instructors. Join a vibrant community of artists and discover the joy of bringing your imagination to life on canvas.

(83) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$435

10 sessions

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Color Exploration: Studio Painting

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Elevate your painting skills in a dynamic studio setting where you can experiment, learn, and express yourself through the language of hues. Join us in exploring the endless possibilities of color.

(83) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$435

10 sessions

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