NEW! Virtual Painting Classes

Currently, due to our temporary building closure, registration is only open for Summer Session 2 virtual classes. 
Summer Session 2 runs from July 6-August 1 (4 weeks)
Check back for updates on course offerings and registration for Early Fall Session. ​

Mondays

Contemporary Abstract and Figurative Oil Painting

Explore the relationships of forms, colors, light, and textures, and their application to the design and finish of both abstract and figurative painting. Students will develop studio-set compositions (or personal images) into fully abstract paintings, or will be guided into creating contemporary pieces. 
All levels welcome. 
Instructor: Fernando Porras
Mondays, 9am-12pm; Online
Summer Sessions 1 AND 2 (8-week course) $320 for members, $350 for nonmembers; Session has begun - online registration is no longer available, but you may call the School at 561-748-8737 to register.

Acrylics

We'll be exploring a variety of subject matter in photos (landscape, floral, still life, maybe even abstract) and acrylic techniques. Jim will assist in your painting development when time allows. Each session has a unique approach, using acrylics in transparent to opaque, wet-in-wet and dry brush washes, and developing our own personal palettes. 
Beginner-Intermediate Level
Instructor: Jim Rigg
Mondays, 9am-12pm; Online
Summer Session 2 $160 for members, $185 for nonmembers; Please call the School at 561-748-8737 for the status of this class.

Exploring Watercolor

Explore the pleasures and challenges of watercolor. Learn a variety of techniques, including wet-on-wet and dry brush, as you learn to paint primarily from still-life setups and photos. Demonstrations of techniques and discussion of the principles of color mixing and composition are an essential part of this course. 
All levels welcome. 
Instructor: Jim Rigg
Mondays, 1-3pm; Online
Summer Session 2 $135 for members, $160 for nonmembers; Session has begun - online registration is no longer available, but you may call the School at 561-748-8737 to register.

Tuesdays

Mornings with Manon

Let's focus on color. You will learn everything you have ever wanted to know about color - digging deep into the unique properties of the colors on your palette and color mixing will prepare you for the exploration of color schemes to evoke a certain feeling and harmony in your paintings.
Advanced beginner level and up.
Instructor: Manon Sander
Tuesdays and Fridays: July 21, 24, 28, 31, 9am-12pm; Online
Summer Session 2 $160 for members, $185 for nonmembers; Session has begun - online registration is no longer available, but you may call the School at 561-748-8737 to register.

Intro to Oil Painting

Learn the exciting medium of oil paint. Explore basic design and color mixing techniques to gain confidence, and develop your skills to produce beautiful paintings. 
Beginner-Intermediate Levels
Instructor: Pam Ayres
Tuesdays, 1-3 pm; Online​
Summer Session 2 $135 for members, $160 for nonmembers; Please call the School at 561-748-8737 for the status of this class.

Intro to Acrylics

For the first-time painter, learn the basics of acrylic painting and elements of design. Each class will focus on a specific technique. Students will create a finished painting each session. (No previous painting experience or art lessons necessary) 
Beginner Level
Instructor: Danica Papali
Tuesdays, 1-3pm; Online 
Summer Session 2 $135 for members, $160 for nonmembers; Please call the School at 561-748-8737 for the status of this class.

Realism in Painting

Explore the world of realism and learn how to capture its essence. As you create realistic masterpieces, you will receive one-on-one instruction, and are encouraged to research and develop themes, as well as bring your own photographs to work from.
All levels welcome.
Instructor: Randall Scott
Tuesdays, 6-9pm; Online
​Summer Session 2 $160 for members, $185 for nonmembers; Please call the School at 561-748-8737 for the status of this class.

Wednesdays

Watercolor Painting for the Absolute Beginner

Throughout this course, we will focus on the basics of painting with watercolors by focusing each class on a specific painting technique and sketching basics. Students  will create a finished painting each session. (No previous painting experience or art lessons necessary)
Beginner Level
Instructor: Danica Papali
Wednesdays, 1-3 pm; Online
Summer Session 2 $135 for members, $160 for nonmembers; Please call the School at 561-748-8737 for the status of this class.

Thursdays

Watercolor - Light and Color

“To paint,” said Paul Cézanne, “is to grasp a harmony among many relationships.” This class will explore the relationships between color and light, and show you how to create quick, bold, colorful pieces radiant with light. Join the class to learn about the behavior of water on paper and plenty of easy-to-master color, light, and texture tricks, as well as stroke techniques.
All levels welcome.
Instructor: Fernando Porras
Thursdays, 1-4pm; Online
Summer Session 1 AND 2 (8-week course) $320 for members, $350 for nonmembers; Session has begun - online registration is no longer available, but you may call the School at 561-748-8737 to register.

Painting Skies and Clouds

Thomas Cole, Hudson River School Founder, said, “The sky is the soul of all scenery.”  So learning to paint it, with all the many aspects of shapes, colors, and moods will certainly enhance your paintings. Kathleen will demo each week something specific about a particular type of sky, cloud, and/or atmospheric condition, and she will guide and instruct you as you have the opportunity to paint what you’ve learned. 
All levels welcome, but a working knowledge of your medium is necessary. 
Taught in oils, but acrylics are acceptable.  
​Instructor: Kathleen Denis
Thursdays, 9am-12pm;  Online
Summer Session 2 $160 for members, $185 for nonmembers; Session has begun - online registration is no longer available, but you may call the School at 561-748-8737 to register.

Fridays

Acrylics

We'll be exploring a variety of subject matter in photos (landscape, floral, still life, maybe even abstract) and acrylic techniques. Jim will assist in your painting development when time allows. Each session has a unique approach, using acrylics in transparent to opaque, wet-in-wet and dry brush washes, and developing our own personal palettes. 
Beginner-Intermediate Level
Instructor: Jim Rigg
Fridays, 1-4pm; Online
Summer Session 2 $160 for members, $185 for nonmembers; REGISTER >