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Overview
Fine art instruction for ages pre-K to adult
Class sessions are offered for fall, winter and spring along with several art camps during the summer. Special art workshops are offered throughout the year outside of the normal class schedule. All classes are held at the Artworks Studio, located at 502 Millbrook Avenue in Randolph, next to the municipal building. For further information, call the Recreation Department at 973-989-7081 or email us at artworks@randolphnj.org.
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Fall 2023 Classes
The 2023 Fall Artworks Classes are now filled to capacity. Registration is no longer available for the sessions below:
Young Artist
Registration Closed - Class Full
Students experiment with a variety of mediums in our small class setting. Process-oriented lessons (in drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design) enable your child to express their ideas while learning new skills creatively.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | S. Currie/J. Bentley | September 16, 23, 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 18 December 2 |
| Saturdays | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | S. Currie/J. Bentley | September 16, 23, 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 18 December 2 |
Art Explorer I
Registration Closed - Class Full
Students learn the fundamentals of artmaking in this fun multimedia class. Explore drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache) through our series of projects. Students will learn the elements and principles of art while self-expression and skill development are emphasized.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm | K. Brown | September 11, 18 October 2, 16, 23 |
| Mondays | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | L. Rudisill | September 11, 18 October 2, 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20, 27 |
| Wednesdays | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | L. Rudisill | September 13, 20, 27 October 4, 11, 18, 25 November 1, 8, 15 |
| Thursdays | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | J. Bentley | September 14, 21, 28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2, 16, 30 |
| Fridays | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm | L. Rudisill | September 15, 22, 29 October 6, 13, 20, 27 November 3, 17 December 1 |
Art Explorer II
Registration Closed - Class Full
This class is for students who want to continue to create art with the materials and skills they have used in Art Explorer I. They will continue to explore drawing, painting, printing, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache). Self-expression and creative problem-solving will continue to be encouraged.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesdays | 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm | L. Rudisill | September 13, 20, 27 October 4, 11, 18, 25 November 1, 8, 15 |
Drawing & Painting
Registration Closed - Class Full
This class is for students who want to build a strong foundation for rendering while learning to use a variety of mediums (pastel, charcoal, pencil, acrylic, watercolor, pen, and ink). They will learn more about 2D fundamentals such as line, form, value, composition, perspective, and color. Still-life arrangements and photographs will be used for reference.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm | K. Brown | September 11, 18 October 2, 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20, 27 |
| Thursdays | 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm | L. Rudisill | September 14, 21, 28 October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2, 16, 30 |
Mixed Media Painting for Adults
Registration Closed - Class Full
This class is for the beginner as well as the experienced painter. Individually and at their own pace, students will be taught all the skills that need to be developed, such as drawing, composition, the mixing of colors, and various painting techniques. Acrylic painting on canvas is emphasized. Student artists may work with various media, such as watercolor, oil pastels, and collages on paper. Student artists individually choose to work from their own still life, photographs, or their imagination. All supplies included.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 12:15 pm to 2 pm | L. Tomaino | September 11, 18 |
| Mondays | 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm | L. Tomaino | September 11, 18 October 2, 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20, 27 |
Scary Cardboard Creatures
Who: 1st grade - 5th grade
Fee: $40
Get creative with cardboard! Design your very own, frightening mask, by cutting eyes, nose, and mouth shapes. Sharp teeth ... crazy hair and spooky ears. Anything terrifying that you can think of! Join Artworks Studio's 'Scary Cardboard Creatures' in October!
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | L. Rudisill | October 28 |
Winter 2023 Classes
Registration begins Monday, November 13, 2023, at our online registration site and in-person at the community center on Calais Road. Non-resident registration opens Monday, November 27, 2023, with a $10 fee. For further information, call the recreation department at 973-989-7081. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable 2 weeks before the start of class. View the withdrawal request policy.
Young Artist
Who: Children ages 3-1/2 to K
Fee: $190
Students experiment with a variety of mediums in our small class setting. Process-oriented lessons (in drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design) enable your child to express their ideas while learning new skills creatively.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturdays (9 Weeks) | 9:30 am to 10:30 am | S. Currie/J. Bentley | January 6, 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10, 24 March 2, 9 |
| Saturdays (9 Weeks) | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | S. Currie/J. Bentley | January 6, 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10, 24 March 2, 9 |
Art Explorer I
Who: Students in grades K through 3
Fee: $190 (9 week session) & $180 (8 week session)
Students learn the fundamentals of artmaking in this fun multimedia class. Explore drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache) through our series of projects. Students will learn the elements and principles of art while self-expression and skill development are emphasized.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays (8 Weeks) | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm | K. Brown | January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 26 March 4, 11 |
| Mondays (8 Weeks) | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | L. Rudisill | January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 26 March 4, 11 |
| Tuesdays (9 Weeks) | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | K. Brown | January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 March 5 |
| Wednesdays (9 Weeks) | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | L. Rudisill | January 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 6 |
| Thursdays (9 Weeks) | 4:45 pm to 6 pm | J. Bentley | January 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March 7 |
| Fridays (9 Weeks) | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm | L. Rudisill | January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 23 March 1, 8 |
Art Explorer II
Who: Students in grades 4 through 8
Fee: $200
This class is for students who want to continue to create art with the materials and skills they have used in Art Explorer I. They will continue to explore drawing, painting, printing, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache). Self-expression and creative problem-solving will continue to be encouraged.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesdays (9 Weeks) | 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm | L. Rudisill | January 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 6 |
Drawing & Painting
Who: Students in grades 4 through 8
Fee: $200
This class is for students who want to build a strong foundation for rendering while learning to use a variety of mediums (pastel, charcoal, pencil, acrylic, watercolor, pen, and ink). They will learn more about 2D fundamentals such as line, form, value, composition, perspective, and color. Still-life arrangements and photographs will be used for reference.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays (8 Weeks) | 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm | K. Brown | January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 26 March 4, 11 |
| Thursdays (9 Weeks) | 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm | L. Rudisill | January 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March 7 |
| Thursdays (9 Weeks) | 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm | L. Rudisill | January 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March 7 |
Mixed Media Painting for Adults
Who: Adults, age 18 and up
Fee: $260
This class is for the beginner as well as the experienced painter. Individually and at their own pace, students will be taught all the skills that need to be developed, such as drawing, composition, the mixing of colors, and various painting techniques. Acrylic painting on canvas is emphasized. Student artists may work with various media, such as watercolor, oil pastels, and collages on paper. Student artists individually choose to work from their own still life, photographs, or their imagination. All supplies included.
| Day | Time | Instructor | Meeting Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays (8 Weeks) | 12:15 pm to 2 pm | L. Tomaino | January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 26 March 4, 11 |
| Mondays (8 Weeks) | 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm | L. Tomaino | January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 26 March 4, 11 |
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