Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

Artists are observers who see the world around them in different ways. Learning how to draw requires first learning to "look" with preconceptions. Students will practice the instructor's way of looking and drawing from observation and experiment with a number of drawing techniques that have been used by artists for centuries. This class is geared toward beginners but is suitable for those who wish to refresh their drawing skills or just need a class assignment to get them started. All supplies provided by instructor.

Yes, it's date night (whether you come with a spouse or your bestie), this evening is for two! Celebrate the month of February by spending time with someone you enjoy. Create your own family name sign or create one to celebrate an upcoming wedding! This 12 x 24 pallet board sign includes your last name and the date that your family was "established".

Collage is the art of creating an image by assembling different materials onto a two-dimensional surface. Using materials such as paper, fabric, photos, found objects, paint, and glue, you will be guided through the process of using materials to create a collage using both a vintage cabinet card and/or Learn to experiment with a wide variety of media and how to build the surface of your piece, whether abstract or realist. If you can cut paper and use glue, you can create a professional, exciting work of art in these classes! A materials fee is included as a part of your registration, however, students should plan to bring magazines, newspapers, copies of your favorite photos, fabric scraps, paper ephemera, small flat objects (such as buttons), or any other personally meaningful items that you may want to incorporate in your collage. All skill levels welcome. Have madness for collage during either or both collage classes.

Collage is the art of creating an image by assembling different materials onto a two-dimensional surface. Using materials such as paper, fabric, photos, found objects, paint, and glue, you will be guided through the process of using materials to create a collage using both a vintage cabinet card and/or Learn to experiment with a wide variety of media and how to build the surface of your piece, whether abstract or realist. If you can cut paper and use glue, you can create a professional, exciting work of art in these classes! A materials fee is included as a part of your registration, however, students should plan to bring magazines, newspapers, copies of your favorite photos, fabric scraps, paper ephemera, small flat objects (such as buttons), or any other personally meaningful items that you may want to incorporate in your collage. All skill levels welcome. Have madness for collage during either or both collage classes.

Create your own "pillow talk" for any room of the house. Choose from our options of sayings or customize your own. Is there a special handwritten saying that you would love to put on a pillow? We can do that too! You could also make a handwritten saying of yours and put it on a pillow for your kids or a special someone in your life. The possibilities are endless and so is the fun! Customized registrations must be in by Jan 21.

"Watercolor batik" is an amazing technique that combines melted wax and watercolors on rice paper to create an exciting-looking painting. Each student will paint a watercolor batik on a quarter sheet of fine rice paper. In this fun and lively class, students will learn the art of watercolor painting using the ancient technique of wax resist. Students will complete a simple composition painting by the end of class. Very basic experience with watercolor is required. A supply list will be sent with class registration or you can contact Community Education.