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DRAWINGBEGINNING DRAWING | Jacob HankinsonTuesday (10wks) 2:30-5PM, 7/11-9/12Beginner | $284 / $241Students will learn the fundamentals of drawing and build upon existing abilities through the study of core drawing concepts including shape, value, edge control, and composition, while improving their technique. Courses will include demonstrations, lectures and critiques.

DRAWING FOUNDATIONS | Leila BeverleighTuesday (7wks) 7-9:30PM, 8/1-9/12Beginner | $284 / $241This class introduces exercises necessary to develop a solid foundation in drawing and rendering. Through demonstration and individual instruction, students will learn how to see, depict and critically analyze their work. Each class will provide students with hands-on experience in manipulating drawing tools and materials to apply the principles of composition and design.

MIXED MEDIA & MOREMIXED MEDIA & ABSTRACT PAINTING | Stella ZhangFriday (10wks) 2-4:30PM, 7/14-9/15All Levels | $284 / $241Discover a variety of mixed media and abstract painting techniques using different materials while exploring your own ideas and inspirations. Learn to translate your ideas and experiences onto a canvas. Continuing students can hone their skills with instructor support.

ARTISTS’ BOOKS | Jamila RufaroMonday (6wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/31-9/4All Levels | $189 / $161Students  learn basic bookbinding structures, tools, and terminology and take home a finished book each week. Course covers traditional and modern bookbinding including sewn and woven book structures. All skill levels are welcome. $25 Materials fee payable to Instructor. Course may be repeated as each session covers different binding structures. 

PRECIOUS METAL CLAY JEWELRYMAKING | Lisa HilquistWednesday (4wks) 6-9PM, 7/5-8/2All Levels | $204 / $173Each week we will learn new techniques such as ring making and sizing for a perfect fit, designing decorative bails for hanging, incorporating 24kt gold on your silver and weaving PMC sheet clay. Each session will consist of an instructor demonstration and discussion, followed by students working on projects with instructor support as needed. Jewelry is kiln fired each week and returned in the next class. No previous experience necessary. Precious Metal Clay starter pack fee of $30 payable to instructor. Additional materials available for purchase each week. Drop-ins welcome (fee will be $60 plus materials). No class 7/19.

ARCHITECTURAL TRAVEL DRAWING:An Exercise in Selective Seeing | Martin BernsteinFriday (5wks) 1-3PM, 7/14-8/11 OR 8/18-9/15All Levels | $126 / $107With a quickness and spontaneity of line, learn to translate and build landscape environments and forms into their essential elements. Selectively observe and draw architectural and landscape environments and develop an increased awareness of spatial and textural qualities. Class meets in the classroom and proceeds to nearby outdoor locations.

DRAWING THE HEAD IN CHARCOAL AND PASTELJacob HankinsonTuesday (10wks) 10:30AM-1PM, 7/11-9/12Beginner/Intermediate | $434 / $391Learn the fundamentals of portrait drawing, from core concepts to the basic anatomy of the head. Students will draw from a live model and progress from black-and-white head studies to limited and full-color pastel portraits. Model fee included.

FIGURE DRAWING | Jacob HankinsonTuesday (10wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/11-9/12Beginner/Intermediate | $434 / $391Learn to draw the human figure from a live model through quick sketches and longer studies. Students will learn core concepts of figure drawing - gesture, shape, and form - while improving basic drawing abilities. Class will include demonstrations, lectures and hands-on critique. Model fee included.

UNINSTRUCTED LIFE DRAWING & PAINTING | Gail RagainsMonday (10wks) 9:30AM-12PM, 7/10-9/11Intermediate/Advanced | $255 / $239This open-studio style class allows students to work from a live model without instruction. Focusing on medium to short-length poses, students work in their own non-toxic drawing or painting media. Drop-ins welcome. Model fee included.

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Dedicated to sustaining the great tradition of promoting art, training emerging artists and enriching lives in the San Francisco Peninsula since 1921, the Pacific Art League currently enrolls over 2,100 students of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels in classes taught by a faculty of 60 experienced artists at its downtown Palo Alto location. The gallery showcases monthly juried exhibits as well as other selected work by local artists. PAL also offers summer art camps for youth and regular special events for art lovers as part of the growing vibrant art scene in the heart of Palo Alto.

Need-based scholarships made available through generous contributions to the

Robin Welles Fund for Artistic ExcellenceContact executivedirector@pacificartleague.org for details.

Jacob Hankinson

Become a Pacific Art League Memberand take advantage of our valuable

member benefits:

EDUCATION BENEFITSIndividual members receive a 10% off of all class and workshop fees. Members at the Family, Artist and Sustaining levels receive 15% off. Discounted membership for students and seniors over 65.

EXHIBITION BENEFITSMembers at the Artist and Sustaining levels pay discounted entry fees into our monthly juried shows and are eligible to enter annual members-only exhibitions. In addition, they may enter up to two works in one juried exhibition per year for free, and will receive 70% artist commission on works sold. Members will receive complimentary wine and refreshments at our opening receptions.

ART SUPPLIES DISCOUNTSMembers receive 20% off art and framing supplies from Accent Arts in Palo Alto and University Art in Redwood City (and all other locations) as well as 10% off at FLAX Art and Design in San Mateo.

MUSEUM BENEFITSMembers enrolling at the Artist level and above will benefit from PAL’s membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM), a network of over 800 arts, cultural, and historical institutions along with botanical gardens, children’s museums, science and technology centers and more. Present your PAL membership card with NARM sticker at participating institutions to receive free/member admission during regular hours and museum store member discounts. Participating museums include: De Young Museum (San Francisco), Legion of Honor (San Francisco), San Francisco Museum of Craft+Design, Asian Art Museum, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Oakland Museum of California, California Historical Society Museum (SF), San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, San Jose Museum of Art, Cantor Arts Center. For a full list of participating institutions, please visit www.narmassociation.org.

DIGITAL ART & PHOTOGRAPHYSIX-MONTH PRE-VISUALIZATION WORKSHOPRichard Dischler & RDPW membersSunday (6 classes) 10-11:30AM, 7/30, 9/3, 9/30 (Fall dates TBA)All Levels | $649 / $552The emphasis of this workshop is on the discipline and “art of seeing.” There is a monthly assignment and a minimum of images expected each month. At the end of the workshop members will have their images selected into a strong portfolio. This workshop meets once a month for 6 months and will continue into the Fall quarter (Fall dates TBA). This is a prerequisite for the Advanced Pre-Visualization workshop.

ADVANCED ONE-YEAR PRE-VISUALIZATION WORKSHOPRichard Dischler & RDPW membersSunday (12 classes) 2:30-4PM, 7/30, 9/3, 9/30 (Later dates TBA)Intermediate | $849 / $722Following the Six-Month Pre-Visualization Workshop, this workshop meets once a month for 12 months. The personal style developed in the initial workshop is advanced in this session by raising the standard of images members produce, with emphasis on creating a completed body of work. Students will engage in a self-selected project, and will be expected to print to a master level.

iPAD/MOBILE ART | Caroline MustardSaturday (10wks) 10-11:30AM, 7/15-9/16Beginner & Intermediate | $170 / $145Learn how to use your iPad as a mobile sketchbook or canvas using two of the major painting applications: Procreate and Paper by FiftyThree. This course is designed to get students comfortable using the iPad to create original works of art anywhere – without the mess! Continuing students will master all the apps, tools and tricks to build their digital art portfolio. Bring your mobile device, password and stylus.

EXCLUSIVE ART SUPPLIES DISCOUNTFOR PAL MEMBERS & STUDENTS

All Pacific Art League members and students enjoy 20% off art supplies at

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Jamila Rufaro

REGISTER ONLINE ATwww.PacificArtLeague.orgor call us at (650)321-3891

Caroline Mustard

Lori Anderson

PAINTINGBEGINNING PAINTING | Halcyon TeedWednesday (10wks) 1-3:30PM, 7/12-9/13Beginner | $284 / $241This course is a beginner’s guide to learning traditional painting techniques and impressionistic color application in oil or acrylic. Explore color mixing, layering and brush techniques used in handling edges and surfaces for optimum illusion. Suggested precursor to intermediate/advanced painting classes.

BEGINNING OIL OR ACRYLIC PAINTING | Carolina MouraThursday (5wks) 7-9:30PM, 7/13-8/10 OR 8/17-9/14Beginner | $158 / $134An introduction to the basics of painting. Initial focus will be on understanding form through simplified practical exercises. As students progress, they are encouraged to follow their curiosity and venture into subjects and styles of their choice.

REALISM PAINTING BASICS | Lori AndersonMonday (8wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/10-8/28Beginner | $231 / $196From still life to painting from a photo, learn the fundamental ways to accurately mix colors, draw proportionally, and apply paint with total control. Classes will focus on mastering simple paintings, then advancing to more complex works. Oil and Acrylic are both accepted.

OIL, ACRYLIC OR PASTEL PAINTING | Halcyon TeedMonday (10wks) 1:30-4PM, 7/10-9/11 ORSaturday (10wks) 10AM-12:30PM, 7/15-9/16All Levels | $284 / $241Choose your medium - oil, acrylic or pastel - and learn traditional painting techniques and impressionistic application. Explore color mixing, layering and brush techniques used in handling edges and surfaces for optimum illusion. Instructor provides still life subjects, or work from your own photos or materials.

FIGURE PAINTING| Leila BeverleighMonday (7wks) 7-9:30PM, 7/31-9/11Beginner | $304 / $258This class will explore practical ways to capture the essence of the human form from long and short poses. By studying directly from a clothed or nude live model in each class, students will be taught process and will be encouraged to practice with different types of medium, wet and dry. All levels of drawing and painting are welcome.

PAINTING FLOWERS | Lori AndersonTuesday (8wks) 12:30-3PM, 7/11-8/29Beginner | $231 / $196Flowers are beautiful, they’re also challenging to draw and paint! In this course, learn how to follow drawing and painting procedures that make painting your own floral art easy. From roses to dahlias, you will know how to approach them! Oil and acrylic accepted.

NEW APPROACHES IN ACRYLIC & WATERCOLOR | Cathy ZanderWednesday (6wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/12-8/16Beginner & Intermediate | $189 / $161Using watercolor or acrylic paint, pursue your own chosen subjects and styles, from realistic landscape or still life to abstraction or collage. Learn to compose a painting concentrating on brush strokes, color mixing and creating a center interest. Develop your personal style and try new techniques.

BEGINNING LANDSCAPE DRAWING & PAINTING | Robin SchollTuesday (10wks) 9:30AM-12PM, 7/11-9/12Beginner | $284 / $241Learn drawing skills that underline a successful landscape illustration. Students compose a high-value contrast drawing from a photo while learning composition, value and techniques used in drawing. This course provides a foundation for working in all fine art mediums.

LANDSCAPE WATERCOLOR WITH PASTEL | Robin SchollWednesday (10wks) 10AM-12:30PM, 7/12-9/13Intermediate | $284 / $241For students already versed in watercolor technique, this class focuses on problem solving and critique with gentle motivation and direction. Soft chalk pastel technique is also offered to teach highlighting, texture and color enhancement.

LANDSCAPE PLEIN AIR PAINTING | Halcyon TeedMonday (10wks) 9:30AM-12PM, 7/10-9/11 ORSaturday (10wks) 1:30-4PM, 7/15-9/16All Levels | $284 / $241Learn techniques of impressionistic color application using any media. Study how to render nature’s values and colors. Classes are taught outdoors in the beautiful surrounding areas and rainy days are spent in the studio. Instructor will e-mail students with location of first class. All media welcome.

ABSTRACT PAINTING IN OIL OR ACRYLIC | Marc NorthstarTuesday (10wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/11-9/12All Levels | $284 / $241Abstract Expressionists like Pollock, de Kooning, and Kline never painted the things they saw but rather the feelings that stirred within them. Learn to translate inner feelings into abstract forms by creating a series of oil or acrylic abstract paintings while finding an authentic voice in your work. We will look at the history of Abstract Expressionism and perform exercises that address line, shape, composition and color theory. Learn to channel your subconscious and life experiences to create your own art language and signature style.

REGISTER ONLINE ATwww.PacificArtLeague.orgor call us at (650)321-3891

Lori Anderson

PRINTMAKING & SCULPTUREINTRODUCTORY PRINTMAKING | Dennis PetersonWednesday (10wks) 6:30-9PM, 7/12-9/13Beginner | $302 / $257Come join the exciting world of printmaking and add a new element to your creative practice. In this introductory course, we will explore the traditional print mediums of relief, intaglio, and monotype. Learn to pull prints by hand and through the operation of a printing press. No previous printmaking experience necessary to take this course. Whether you are interested in bold graphics, intricate details or colorful brushwork, there is something for you.

UNINSTRUCTED FIGURE SCULPTURE | Eric Saint GeorgesFriday (10wks) 10-12:30PM, 7/14-9/15Intermediate / Advanced | $255 / $239This open studio class allows students to work from a live model without instruction. Participants will choose a single pose for the duration of the course, working with the same model each session. Drop-ins and beginners welcome. Model fee included.

FIGURE SCULPTURE | Eric Saint GeorgesWednesday & Thursday (6 classes) 9:30AM-12:30PM, 7/12-7/27All Levels | $317 / $283Working from a live model with water-based clay, students will focus on the gesture rather than the detailed anatomy of the human figure, with the objective of improving their ability to depict life, movement and emotion. Starting with short poses (20 min to one hour) in the first week, students will have the opportunity to create several “sketches”, before working on longer poses (2 to 3 hours the second week) and finishing with one final pose the third week. The class will also address technical aspects of clay sculpting such as types of clay, tools, armatures, requirements for firing and more. Demonstrations and hands-on critique will be an important part of the class.

YOUTH & TEENSADVENTURE UNDER THE SEA! | Susan WorleyMonday & Wednesday (6 classes) 1:30-3PM, 7/24-8/9Ages 6-9 | $157 / $133Explore the world of sea creatures while experimenting and learning new art skills. Paint mermaids and pirate ships and make your own octopus out of yarn. Use colorful clay and fibers to create a wild jellyfish to hang around your room. Learn to draw seashells, dolphins, sharks, seahorses and whales!

UNINSTRUCTED WATERCOLOR STUDIO | TBAFriday (10wks) 9:30AM-12PM, 7/14-9/15Intermediate & Advanced | $105 / $90Previous and current PAL students who want to practice watercolor painting independently in PAL’s beautiful Main Gallery may sign up for this weekly open studio. Tables and chairs are provided. Students are responsible for wiping down tables after use and keeping the space clean.

UNINSTRUCTED OIL OR ACRYLIC STUDIO | Dana ShieldsSaturday (10wks) 1-4PM, 7/15-9/16All Levels | $105 / $90Meet with friends or make new ones while working on your independent projects in oil or acrylic paint. Easels, drawing horses and stools will be available for use. Students are responsible for setting up and putting away all equipment used. PREREQUISITE: Must have completed at least two quarters of instructor-led painting courses at PAL.

DRAWING & MORE | Carolina MouraWednesday (8wks) 4-5:30PM, 7/12-8/30Ages 9-15 | $189 / $161This class focuses on draftsmanship and developing illustration skills while exploring styles and topics chosen by the students. Students build a base of artistic skills from which they launch into their areas of specific interest. Drawing materials are included.

TEEN PAINTING AND DRAWING | Rebecca BuiThursday (5wks) 4:30-6PM, 7/13-8/10 OR 8/17-9/14Ages 12-18 | $196 / $176 | @ University ArtLet contemporary artist ideas and images inspire you to make original cutting-edge art. With a live (clothed) model, practice figurative basics such as proportion, anatomy and composition. Draw and paint still lifes and landscapes utilizing color theory and mathematical concepts. Students will develop skills in drawing, acrylic painting and watercolor. This class can help prepare students for high school and college-level art courses. Model fee for two sessions included.

CARTOONS, COMICS & ANIME FOR TEENS | Marc NorthstarTuesday (6wks) 4:30-6PM, 8/8-9/12Ages 10-16 | $158 / $134 | @ University ArtStudents will design their own characters and learn to draw in their chosen style. Students learn techniques in shading, perspective, line drawing and color blending, then use their skills to draw stylized characters and depict action, emotion and movement. Storyboarding and designing layouts will also be taught. Inspiration will come from favorite artists, comics and shows. Ages 10-18.

MODELS, INTERIORS AND SPATIAL CONCEPTS | Rebecca BuiSaturday (5wks) 1:15-3:15PM, 7/15-8/12 OR 8/19-9/16Ages 13-18 | $196 / $176Work with a live (clothed) model, draw convincing forms and explore perspective drawing. Let contemporary artist ideas and images inspire you to make original cutting-edge art. With a live model, practice figurative basics such as proportion, anatomy and composition. Draw still lifes and landscapes utilizing color theory and mathematical concepts. This class can help prepare students for high school and college-level art courses. Model Fee included. Ages 13-18.

Eric Saint Georges

WORKSHOPS

- JULY -WATERCOLOR EN PLEIN AIR | Steve CurlSunday, July 2 from 10AM-4PM | $100 / $85Get out and capture the beauty of nature in this easily portable medium! In this daylong, outdoor workshop we will work on strengthening observational and design skills, mixing accurate colors, technique, and planning and executing a painting in the time available. Class will meet at a location provided by the instructor.

ARTIST TRACK: BUILD YOUR OWN CANVASSES | Marc NorthstarSunday, July 9 from 9:30AM-1:30PM | $95 / $86

Building your own canvases can save a lot of money and produce a better quality surface than commercial ready-made canvases. Learn to build your own 4’ x 4’ high-quality canvas for your future paintings. Students should purchase all materials on supply list. Instructor will cut wood for students beforehand, but will discuss the process during the workshop. $15 materials fee payable to instructor.

FLORAL AND STILL LIFE PAINTING | Mike KirschelSaturday, July 8 from 9:30AM-3PM | $85 / $72Using oil or acrylic paint, you will learn fundamentals of painting including composition, value and drawing, expression, color harmony and surface quality. This workshop focuses on still life and floral painting using fresh-cut flowers.

TRAVEL SKETCHING AROUND TOWN | Steve CurlSunday, July 9 from 10AM-4PM | $99 / $84Take a day and get outside with your sketchbook to capture fresh and spontaneous recordings of your surroundings. We will focus on accurate observation, sound drawing techniques, adding color, shading and texture to create your “visual journal.” All media and levels are welcome but portability is essential.

DRAWING PORTRAITS THE EASY WAY | Robert DvorakSunday, July 9 from 10AM-4PM | $89 / $76You can easily learn to draw a portrait. Don’t waste your time trying to learn to draw portraits from a book or an expensive on-line course. If you have always wanted to be able to draw portraits of friends and family, know that your lack of success is not because you don’t have talent or artistic ability, or because you don’t practice enough. In this workshop you will learn how to do amazing drawings of faces. You will amaze your friends and family and most importantly, yourself. Model and materials fee of $16 payable to instructor.

BRILLIANT COLOR: PAINTING VIBRANT WATER SCENES | Patricia OsborneSaturday & Sunday, July 15 & 16 from 10AM-4PM | $250 / $213Learn to make water look wet, reflective and splashy. Working with watercolor as your primary medium, study water in its various forms from cascading waterfalls to babbling brooks to glassy reflections. Painting water that looks wet requires some basic knowledge of the dynamics of water movement and how objects are reflected in its shiny surface. You will learn techniques the artist faces when painting this stunning, fascinating - and yes, confusing - subject! Beginners with some experience through advanced students welcome.

SILK SCARF ICE DYEING | Amy DiPlacidoSunday, July 16 from 10AM-3PM | $75 / $64Learn the exciting and unpredictable process of ice dyeing. Students will dye a one-of-a-kind silk scarf using fiber reactive dyes and ice.  As the ice melts, it separates the dyes creating unique and modeled fabric. Materials fee of $20 due to instructor. Additional materials available for purchase (cash) at cost.

ART & WINE: ABSTRACT ART | Stella ZhangFriday, July 21 from 6-8:30PM | $55 / $47Stella Zhang will demonstrate simple techniques and unconventional media used to create a unique abstract artwork. Then, try these techniques for yourself on your own canvas. We will use sand, glue, pigment, found elements and more. Each student will go home with a one-of-a-kind work suitable for gifting or framing. Your first two glasses of wine are included.

ATMOSPHERIC PLEIN AIR PAINTING | Mark MonsarratSaturday, July 22 from 10AM-4PM | $115 / $98Begin or improve your plein air (outdoor) painting skills under Mark’s expert instruction. His unique lock-step, paint-along demo insures students actually practice and absorb his proven techniques for producing great-looking traditional landscape paintings. Working in one of the many beautiful sites of the area, you will learn Mark’s easy three-step method and simple palette to master the art of landscape painting. Class will meet first at PAL, then proceed to a nearby outdoor location.

PAINTING PORTRAITS THE EASY WAY | Robert DvorakSunday, July 23 from 10AM-5PM | $89 / $76In this workshop you will learn good habits for painting portraits. Robert will demonstrate easy portrait proportions, how to apply colors in order, mixing accurate skin tones, keeping your painting looking fresh, and how to paint the eyes and mouth so that they look alive. No matter your skill level or background, this class will have you painting watercolor portraits with satisfaction in no time. A materials fee of $15 will cover your watercolor paper, color handout and model fees. A travel watercolor set and brush will be available for $16.

HANDBUILT MUGS AND DECORATIVE SURFACES | Tova CooperSaturday, July 29 from 10AM-2PM & August 12 from 10AM-2PM | $150 / $128In this workshop, you will make several mugs by hand and experiment with a variety of decorative techniques. Some of these techniques will be used on leather-hard clay—for example, imprinting the surface with stamps, stencils, and other found objects, or carving drawings into underglaze (sgraffito). Other techniques such as majolica and wax resist will be used on the second day of our workshop as we glaze our mugs. $10 materials fee due to instructor.

- AUGUST -HAVE YOUR ART WORK PROFESSIONALLY PHOTOGRAPHED | Jan SilvermanSunday, August 6 | $125 / $106(Pick one of the following sessions) 10-11AM / 11AM-12PM / 12-1PM / 1-2PM / 2-3 PM / 3-4 PM / 4-5PMYour original artwork will be professionally photographed under calibrated lighting using a 36 MB camera, producing images suitable for fine art giclée prints and internet use. The files will be saved on a USB drive in two formats (JPEG for internet use and DNG for printing). Approximately 20 pieces of artwork can be photographed during your hour (more if artwork is close to the same size). If time permits, basic photo editing of your images will be provided. Your artwork can be paintings, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, jewelry or anything you can carry. Discounted printing of your art on paper, canvas or metal is available to attendees. Please bring at least a 4 GB USB flash drive to hold the images, or purchase an 8GB one from instructor for $10.

PRINTMAKING WITH PHOTOCOPY TRANSFER | Kathryn KainSunday, August 13 from 11AM-4PM | $120 / $102This workshop focuses on printing images from a photocopy or laser print, a low tech method for incorporating found and photographic imagery in a monotype. Also known as gum print or paper lithography, this method is safe and non- toxic. We will cover the basics of printing on the etching press and how to handle and modify oil-based inks. Working from black and white photocopies, students collage and layer to create unique images. Original drawings may be copied and printed as well. We will be working on paper but this technique can be adapted to other surfaces such as a smooth prepared panel.

ART & WINE: CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING WITH MAY SHEI | May SheiFriday, August 18 from 6:30-8PM | $55 / $47Try your hand at brush painting while sipping on some inspiration. Artist May Shei will lead students through a step-by-step painting of contemporary Chinese flowers and bugs, utilizing traditional brushes and watercolor on rice paper. All materials and first 2 glasses of wine are included.

CAPTURING BOLD, BEAUTIFUL WILDLIFE IN WATERCOLOR | Patricia OsburneSaturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20 from 10AM-4PM | $250 / $213Learn to capture the magical moments in nature with wildlife. There will be demonstrations on back-lit leaf effects, painting grass, clouds, water and wildlife, as well as capturing the quality of light and achieving color harmony and good composition.We will feel and see the magic in nature and have fun doing it. Beginners with some experience through advanced students welcome.

ATMOSPHERIC PLEIN AIR PAINTING | Mark MonsarratSunday, August 20 from 10AM-4PM | $115 / $98Begin or improve your plein air (outdoor) painting skills under Mark’s expert instruction. His unique lock-step, paint-along demo insures students actually practice and absorb his proven techniques for producing great-looking traditional landscape paintings. Working in one of the many beautiful sites of the area, you will learn Mark’s easy three-step method and simple palette to master the art of landscape painting. Class will meet first at PAL, then proceed to a nearby outdoor location.

Mark Monsarrat

PROCESSING DIGITAL IMAGES | Jan SilvermanSunday, August 20 & 27 from 12-2:30PM | $150 / $128You’ve taken your photos, but now what? In this two-week workshop, learn how to process your digital images for printing and internet use (email, websites, etc.). The first week will cover available imaging software, understanding image quality and managing your images. In the second week, a hands-on session in processing your digital images. Finally, you will learn how to get your images ready for printing and internet use. No computer needed for the first class. Computer required for the second class.

- SEPTEMBER -ATMOSPHERIC PLEIN AIR PAINTING | Mark MonsarratSaturday, September 2 from 10AM-4PM | $115 / $98Begin or improve your plein air (outdoor) painting skills under Mark’s expert instruction. His unique lock-step, paint-along demo insures students actually practice and absorb his proven techniques for producing great-looking traditional landscape paintings. Working in one of the many beautiful sites of the area, you will learn Mark’s easy three-step method and simple palette to master the art of landscape painting. Class will meet first at PAL, then proceed to a nearby outdoor location.

CERAMIC FAIRY HOUSES | Tova CooperSaturday & Sunday, September 9, 10 & 23 from 10AM-2PM | $189 / $161In this workshop, we will make ceramic fairy houses. On the first day of the workshop, we will make the houses, add windows, doors, patios, and other decorative elements. On the second day, we will glaze them. You can choose to leave a space in your house for a solar light bulb, so the interior of the house—if left outdoors—will light up at night. $10 materials fee due to instructor. 9/9 & 9/10: 10AM-2PM, 9/23: 10AM-1PM

FINE ART COLLAGE | Linda WinterbothamSunday, September 10 from 10AM-3PM | $75 / $64Learn a variety of collage techniques for creating original images, including the use of acrylic and gel mediums, background preparation, transfers and texture. In addition, students will learn the art of layering colorful tissue and beautiful papers to create a unique 2D piece of art. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor.

HAVE YOUR ART WORK PROFESSIONALLY PHOTOGRAPHED | Jan SilvermanSunday, September 17 | $125 / $106(Pick one of the following sessions) 10-11AM / 11AM-12PM / 12-1PM / 1-2PM / 2-3 PM / 3-4 PM / 4-5PMYour original artwork will be professionally photographed under calibrated lighting using a 36 MB camera, producing images suitable for fine art giclée prints and internet use. The files will be saved on a USB drive in two formats (JPEG for internet use and DNG for printing). Approximately 20 pieces of artwork can be photographed during your hour (more if artwork is close to the same size). If time permits, basic photo editing of your images will be provided. Your artwork can be paintings, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, jewelry or anything you can carry. Discounted printing of your art on paper, canvas or metal is available to attendees. Please bring at least a 4 GB USB flash drive to hold the images, or purchase an 8GB one from instructor for $10.

FLORAL AND STILL LIFE PAINTING | Mike KirschelSaturday, September 23 from 9:30AM-3PM | $85 / $72Using oil or acrylic paint, you will learn fundamentals of painting: composition, value and drawing; expression; color harmony and surface quality. This workshop focuses on still life and floral painting using fresh-cut flowers.

BASIC STUDIO LIGHTING SOLUTIONS: A HANDS ON CLASSRichard Dischler & RDPWSunday, September 24 from 10:30AM-12PM | $40 / $34Participants will learn how to set up and use a wide range of lighting equipment all of which can take their portrait photography to the next level and beyond. In this hands-on class, students will learn how to use various light modifiers for studio strobes and on-camera flash units. You will leave this session with a good deal of actual time using and understanding how lighting can play an important role in creating a good portrait. Bring your camera and favorite portrait lens.

ADVANCED STUDIO LIGHTING SOLUTIONS: AN IN-DEPTH HANDS-ON CLASSRichard Dischler & RDPWMonday, September 25 from 1-4PM | $140 / $119Prerequisite: Basic Studio Lighting SolutionsThis is a class for those who want a more advanced understanding of portrait lighting. The class emphasis is on learning and understanding by actually taking photographs with your own camera using a wide variety of lighting equipment and modifiers. Participants should be prepared to set up, use, and tear down the equipment one would use in creating a portrait. This session has a high instructor-to-participant ratio. Bring your camera and favorite portrait lens. This is a fast-paced fun class.

MODEL FEESModel Fees for classes with a live model are included in the the listed course fee and are not discounted for members.

MATERIALS / SUPPLIESSupply lists are available on the PAL Web site under the course description.

Students are responsible for purchasing their own supplies prior to the start of the first class. Occasionally, a materials fee is listed under the course description. This means that the instructor will provide the needed supplies for the stated fee. Materials fees are payable directly to the instructor at the first class by cash or check.

POLICIESLATE ENROLLMENTAfter a class has started, students may register late in most cases if there is space in the class and if the instructor gives permission. Contact the office at 650.321.3891 to inquire.

CREDIT & REFUNDIf Pacific Art League cancels a class or a workshop for any reason, a full refund will be given.

CLASSES: If a student drops a class at least seven days before the start of the first class, the full fee will be refunded less a $15 administrative fee.

If a student drops a class within two days after the first class, the student may transfer to another class or withdraw and receive a credit less the prorated fee for the class attended and a $15 administrative fee. Credit is valid for 6 months to be used toward another class. No refunds or credit will be given after this date.

WORKSHOPS: If a student withdraws at least 10 days before the start of the workshop, the full fee will be refunded less a $15 administrative fee. No refunds will be given after this date.

PHOTO RELEASE POLICYPAL may take photos of students or artwork for print or online publication, public relations or fundraising, but will not publish photos of minors without written consent from a parent or guardian.

GENERAL INFORMATIONMost classes are taught at 668 Ramona Street in downtown Palo Alto. Free three-hour parking is available in the Palo Alto City Hall underground parking garage located at 250 Hamilton Avenue. Registration for Summer 2017 and Summer Youth Camps is currently open. You may register:

• online at pacificartleague.org• by phone at 650.321.3891• in person at 668 Ramona Street between 9am and 5pm,

Monday through FridayTuition can be paid by cash, credit card, or check. PAL accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Make checks payable to Pacific Art League and write the class number on the memo line. Members at the individual, family and senior levels receive a 15% discount on classes and workshops. Basic level members receive a 10% discount.Visit pacificartleague.org for more detailed information on membership benefits.

UNIVERSITY ARTA select number of PAL classes are offered at University Art in Redwood City.

Registration for these classes is through the Pacific Art League, but classes will meet at University Art, located at

2550 El Camino Real, in Redwood City, CA 94063

WORKS ON PAPER & CANVASCherise Thompson

Each day we will explore a different medium including watercolor, acrylic painting, printmaking and mixed media. Subjects include animals, sea life, fruit and dessert still life.

MAKING WORLDS WITH IMAGINATION

Sal CorralStudents tap their imagination to make places, add details and combine their 3D mock-ups with others. They will learn the process of moving from inspiration to modeling through sketching, refining and creating. 

DRAWING OUR FAVORITE PETSCaroline Mustard

Create fun and whimsical portraits of your favorite pet or dream pet! Develop observation skills and draw patterns, texture, shape and light. Put all your drawings together to create a picture book. Please bring a photo of your pet.

COLLAGE & MIXED MEDIALinda Winterbotham

Work with beautiful colored papers, paints, pastels and more to create unique pieces of art. Students will make copper foil mobiles, fanciful whimsical animal collages, watercolor box art and wise old clay owls.

iPAD/iPHONEPHOTOGRAPHY EXPLORATION

Rose OffnerHave fun turning photo memories into art using apps. On photo safaris, we will capture life, nature and the surrounding area. Learn to shoot from all vantage points, use color and texture and superimpose two images into one work. Bring your device or use one of ours. $179

EXPLORING PAINTINGLinda Winterbotham

We will explore color mixing, glazing, value, background preparation and creating a light source in our complete piece of art. With the Masters as our inspiration, we will paint a still life, a landscape, an animal and an abstract work in watercolor and acrylic. $169

TEEN PAINTINGSal Corral

Teens will learn color, composition, tools and techniques in acrylic painting. Then, students will delve into their own ideas and learn to translate them into unique expressions on canvas.

LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTMAKINGDara Lorenzo

Design, carve, print, repeat! Create original fine art prints from blocks and plates using intaglio and relief printmaking techniques. Learn to transfer drawings and print by hand or with a press, yielding a variety of effects.

TEEN PRINTMAKING & PAINTINGCherise Thompson

Dive into printmaking using a printing press. We will explore monotype, drypoint and collagraph techniques. Unravel the mysteries of watercolor and go wild with acrylic. Animals, still life and your imagination will be the source of inspiration. Each session incorporates basics of color theory, design and composition. Sharp tools will be used.

TEEN CERAMIC SCULPTURETova Cooper

Students will spend the week making sculptures and objects for everyday use, including mugs and bowls, clay animals, cell phone stands, and wall pockets. We will enhance our sculptures using a variety of surface decoration techniques such as texture tools and stencils, underglazes, majolica glazes, and metallic decals.

2017 SUMMER CAMPS

JUNE 19-23Ages 9-13

JUNE 26-30Ages 9-13

JULY 3 & JULY 5-7

Ages 9-13

JULY 10-14Ages 12-16

JULY 17-21Ages 12-16

Morning Session9AM - 12PM

Afternoon Session1PM - 4PM

Cartooning and Comics for Kids Steve Curl

Create funny drawings of your favorite comic characters and develop your own comic book ideas! Learn conceptual

development, storytelling and drawing skills. We’ll even get to watch some animated cartoons to see how the pros do it! $169

JUNE 12-16Ages 9-13

2017 SUMMER CAMPSWORKS ON PAPER & CANVAS

Cherise ThompsonEach day we will explore a different medium including watercolor, acrylic painting, printmaking and mixed media. Subjects include animals, sea life, fruit and dessert still life.

iPAD ART FESTCaroline Mustard

Learn to use iPad art applications to create printable and shareable digital art and animation. Please bring your charged iPad with you or borrow one from PAL.

BOOK ARTS: MAKE SMALL HANDMADE BOOKS

Jamila RufaroYoung crafters will love learning how to use beautiful paper, scissors, glue and found elements to create a series of small books to hold their stories, drawings, ideas and more, or to give as unique handmade gifts. Each day, students will learn a new technique to make a different book.

CERAMIC SCULPTURETova Cooper

Spend the week making sculptures and objects for everyday use, including a teapot and Japanese Unomi cups, a cell phone stand in the shape of an animal, and a wall pocket. We will enhance our sculptures using surface decoration techniques such as texture tools and stencils, underglazes, majolica glazes, and metallic decals.

ANIME & MANGA DRAWINGMarc Northstar

Design your own characters and learn to draw manga style, then use these skills to draw stylized characters and depict action, emotion and movement. Storyboarding and layouts will also be taught.

TEEN PAINTINGSal Corral

Teens will learn color, composition, tools and techniques in acrylic painting. Then, students will delve into their own ideas and learn to translate them into unique expressions on canvas.

ANIMATION BASICSLeila Beverleigh

Learn key Animation Basics! We’ll look at the history of top animation studios and learn how to build a flip book, animate using real professional cells! You’ll love learning these animation techniques that make movies come alive. 

MIXED MEDIA & iPAD PHOTOGRAPHY

Rose OffnerLearn collage, printing and painting using a wide range of art materials. The exciting combination of mixed media art with photography will delight students who will create unique art. Bring your own photos or take some on our photo safaris. Bring your iPad or borrow one of ours.

CARTOONING & COMICS FOR KIDSSteve Curl

Create funny drawings of your favorite comic characters and develop your own comic book ideas! Learn conceptual development, storytelling and drawing skills. We’ll even get to watch some animated cartoons to see how the pros do it!

iPAD ART FESTCaroline Mustard

Learn to use iPad art applications to create printable and shareable digital art and animation. Please bring your charged iPad with you or borrow one of ours.

JULY 24-28Ages 9-13

JULY 31-AUG 4

Ages 9-13

AUG 7-11Ages 12-16

AUG 14-18Ages 9-13

AUG 21-25Ages 9-13

All camp sessions are $199 + materials fee (unless otherwise noted)

Morning Session9AM - 12PM

Afternoon Session1PM - 4PM

Need-based scholarships made available through generous contributionsto the Robin Welles Fund for Artistic Excellence

Contact executivedirector@pacificartleague.org for details.