Roseville Area Schools Community Education

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at Abstract Art that is fun and Colorful? Alcohol Ink (AI) is a new painting technique that just screams ABSTRACT. First, you will create an outline of a vase in any shape you want. Then you will use AI ink with your choice of colors to fill in the vase. Use your imagination! Then you will create the funky flowers by putting down drop of any AI color and blowing it out with an airbrush. You will be laughing at how the different color combination create a unique look. Best part – if you don’t like a part of your picture, you can wipe it off with ISO alcohol. You will use markers to create stems and leaves. Once your flower picture is complete, you can make a second picture or play on your own. Your instructor will have ideas. $15 supply fee payable to instructor the night of class.

Alcohol Ink (AI) is a new painting technique that just screams ABSTRACT. With so many different techniques, AI will soon become a favorite medium. To make this beautiful picture, you will put down your choice of colors to make the background. Then you will create flowers using a hand blower. Your instructor will help guide you through each step. You will make one 8” x 11” painting in your chosen colors. Given time, you can create a 2nd painting with variations. Just come to have fun and enjoy yourself. Best part of using Alcohol Ink is if you don’t like a part of your picture, you can wipe it off with ISO alcohol. $15 supply fee payable to instructor the night of class.

Imagine making a one-of-a-kind abstract fish for your home. Alcohol Ink (AI) is a new painting technique that just screams ABSTRACT. After creating the outline of the fish, you will choose your AI colors to fill in the body, tail and of course, the lips. Spreading the alcohol ink is so fun. After the basic fish is completed, you will use markers to doodle and really make your fish come alive! You will have the choice of making a 2nd fish or use your new skills to make doodle flowers. $15 supply fee payable to instructor the night of class.

In this class we will be creating 25 all occasion cards, featuring five unique designs with five cards each. All tools and materials, including envelopes, will be provided. You’ll create 25 beautiful cards suitable for various occasions such as sympathy, gratitude, birthdays, expressions of care, or customizable blank cards for your personal sentiments. Participants will need to bring their own adhesive, or I will have some to purchase on the night of class.

Explore the wonder of watercolor painting by learning fundamentals and techniques of this exciting medium. This course is intended for the novice to beginner; you do not need prior experience to enroll in this class. There will be a set curriculum to help you understand and feel comfortable as you discover your artistic journey using watercolors. This 5 session course will begin with a few painting exercises and finish with two completed paintings. Supply list can be found here. Course Objective: Plan to experiment and explore the traditional water color painting techniques – In this case we will be studying the personality of watercolor. What makes the watercolor do what it wants to do? This class is for the first time painter or someone who has tried watercolor before but would like to get a better understanding of how it works. Our goal is to have at least one excellent painting by the end of the session. Plan to have group critiques and discussions throughout the session. Please come prepared to discuss: Your level of experience: Novice, Beginner, etc., what art is for you, what makes a good painting, why you want to be a painter, your interest, hobbies, and just all around conversations. Our first day: We will have brief introductions to include: a discussion about the questions above, why is it called watercolor and not colored water? Getting ready to paint, and dabbling in a few watercolor painting exercises. Please bring materials with you as stated above in the supply list.

This class is an extension of Beginning Watercolor I. In this class you will continue with beginning watercolor exercises that were learned in the Beginning I class. You can expect to complete 3-4 paintings. This class is open to any student that has taken the first beginning class from me and anyone who has a basic/general knowledge of watercolor painting. Supply list can be found here. Course Objective: Plan to experiment and explore the next level of traditional water color painting techniques – In this cases we will be continuing with the lessons from Beginning I class. This class is meant for those who have experience in watercolor painting. Our goal is to have at least 3 excellent paintings by the end of the session. Plan to have at least one group critique about mid way through the session. Please come prepared to discuss: what art is for you, what makes a good painting, why you want to be a painter, your interest, hobbies, and just all around conversations. Our first day: We will have brief introductions to include a discussion about our artistic styles. We will discuss what subjects we would like to paint, what specific painting style you would like to explore and other great insights that may arise.

Learn how to paint the perfect woodland scene, featuring birch trees and accompanying leaves, using a few simple techniques and materials. You will be guided, step-by step, through the painting process and be introduced to the art terms and techniques related to this project. Friends and family will be impressed by everything you learn, and create in this one-time nature-themed workshop!

Choose from a loon or a cardinal and learn how to carve, ink, and print with your very own block. Turn your print into a card or hang it in your favorite room.

Instructor Jay Rupp prefers to paint with people who have no experience painting, don't want to paint, and who can't draw a stick figure. If you are one of the “anti-artist” types, you will have the most fun and be the most amazed! If your painting turns out really nice, (as I am sure it will) you may want to paint more paintings similar to your original masterpiece. If you are an experienced artist, welcome. There is always much to learn. The “Cascades” may be the highlight of your year! The painting will be in oil which is quite easy to work with. I will supply all the materials that you will need including paints, 16X20 inch canvas and painting supplies. Your painting will be ready for you to frame and put on your wall at home when you finish. (The Oil painting will take 4 weeks to dry but can still be put into the frame of your choice and hung immediately on your favorite wall). Frames will be available at the class.

Instructor Jay Rupp prefers to paint with people who have no experience painting, don't want to paint, and who can't draw a stick figure. If you are one of the “anti-artist” types, you will have the most fun and be the most amazed! If your painting turns out really nice, (as I am sure it will) you may want to paint more paintings similar to your original masterpiece. If you are an experienced artist, welcome. There is always much to learn. The “Lake Superior” may be the highlight of your year! The painting will be in oil which is quite easy to work with. I will supply all the materials that you will need including paints, 16X20 inch canvas and painting supplies. Your painting will be ready for you to frame and put on your wall at home when you finish. (The Oil painting will take 4 weeks to dry but can still be put into the frame of your choice and hung immediately on your favorite wall). Frames will be available at the class.

Instructor Jay Rupp prefers to paint with people who have no experience painting, don't want to paint, and who can't draw a stick figure. If you are one of the “anti-artist” types, you will have the most fun and be the most amazed! If your painting turns out really nice, (as I am sure it will) you may want to paint more paintings similar to your original masterpiece. If you are an experienced artist, welcome. There is always much to learn. The “Winter Cabin” may be the highlight of your year! The painting will be in oil which is quite easy to work with. I will supply all the materials that you will need including paints, 16X20 inch canvas and painting supplies. Your painting will be ready for you to frame and put on your wall at home when you finish. (The Oil painting will take 4 weeks to dry but can still be put into the frame of your choice and hung immediately on your favorite wall). Frames will be available at the class.

Create a custom, colorful table lamp or window in 2 fun evenings! Using precut glass and some creativity, you will cover a 4”x 9” or 8” x 8” lamp or 20”x25” four pane window. Stencils will be available or you can use your creativity to make a beautiful work of art. The first night is dedicated to working on your project, having fun, and discovering your creative side. The second night is using grout, so bring some old towels. After your project is finished, you will learn about glass cutting, mosaic resources, other types of mosaics. Supply fee: payable to the instructor the first night. Square Lamp Dimensions: 8”x8”x3”, $30 Rectangle Lamp Dimensions: 4”x9”, $45 Window, 20" x 25", $80

The foundation for a successful artwork is a good drawing. In this class the students will explore the principals of transforming three dimensional objects into two dimensional shapes. We will also explore the art of shading, perspective and other drawing systems.

Add a warm glow to the holiday season with pretty, felted luminarias. Learn traditional wet felting techniques using wool and a little soapy water. Add texture and other design elements using a variety of natural materials. Your luminarias are the perfect accent for the mantle, dinner table, or any spot that needs a little soft illumination. $30 materials fee, payable to instructor, includes all fibers and supplies for 2 luminarias. Bring from home: 2-3 hand towels, 1 old bath towel, sharp scissors and a plastic bag to carry home wet items. Optional: apron.

Felt a simple tulip-shaped vessel without using a resist! The secret to the shape is the direction you lay your wool and the number of layers. Fascinating! Learn the basics of differential shrinkage in this fun new class. Previous felting experience optional. You don’t even have to know what a resist is! Please note: some physical stamina needed for felting classes. $20 supply fee payable to instructor the day of class. Bring from home: 2-3 hand towels, 1 old bath towel, sharp scissors and a plastic bag to carry home wet items. Optional: apron.

Glass mosaic sounds like a fancy, difficult art form however in this class, you will learn how it can be fun, and easy while creating a tabletop or sign! Look through the idea book, browse the patterns and stencils, and choose from dozens of colors of precut glass. The first evening will involve homework and we will grout the second evening. Sign ideas include Welcome, house number, last name, state of MN. An additional material fee is payable to the instructor on the first night of class. The table is 16”x16” and 16” tall and is $75 each. Signs vary in size and are $16-40 each.

Discover the art of basket weaving in this engaging class, perfect for beginners. Walk away with your very own completed basket, a timeless piece you'll cherish for years. Crafted with two sizes of natural spokes, the round basket features warm tobacco brown weaving complemented by a striking harvest gold band. Rows of natural twining add intricate detail, making each creation unique. Finished dimensions measure 9" wide and 6" tall. A material fee of $28 is payable to the instructor.

Grace your home with this classy basket and use it for many years to come. Start with an Amish crafted base, weave a spacious oval basket using natural and dyed materials. Accented with swirled paired wicker that resembles candy cane striping. Everyone will finish the project. Color choices available. Size: 11"x8"x5.5". Material fee due to instructor night of class is $30.

This class is great for beginners with or without any experience! The student will learn safety fundamentals, tool and torch usage, solid rod welding and gathering, color application, shaping, and more. Students will be able to create small trinkets, marbles, paper weights, plant rods, or anything else that can be thought of with the skills learned.