Enriching Lives Through Art: Adult/Teen Classes
We are offering art classes for all age groups at the arts center, which are made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation. Our Thursday night free drawing class is offered online. All classes are listed below.
You can also check out our month-by-month calendar to help you plan your Fine Arts Center activities.
Classes
- Our kick off class for “FALL for Art” Week:
- Art of Floral Design in Pumpkins
- Instructor: Jodi Barck
- Dates: Saturday, October 5
- Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm
- Ages: Adults (14 y/o and up)
- Maximum enrollment: 8
- Fee: $30.00 (25% off for members $22.50) *
Fall has arrived! It’s time to put your creative skills to work by designing a magnificent floral arrangement using locally cultivated, native fall flowers. Come celebrate Fall with us and learn the art of floral design in this fun, unique class!
Like most art forms, floral design relies on principles such as balance, scale, and harmony to create eye-catching and balanced compositions. In this class, local floral expert Jodi Barck will teach you how to integrate natural elements and seasonal flowers to create a unique arrangement in small pumpkins. You will pick out flowers that appeal to you, and Jodi will guide you in designing your arrangement in a small, real pumpkin that will be provided. You’ll also learn about each plant’s “vase life" and how to care for your arrangements. Additionally, Jodi will share her knowledge on cutting and using wildflowers and natural elements from your own yard to create beautiful arrangements throughout the year. All materials will be supplied.
This is an in-person class and masks are optional. Sign up early, class size is limited. Register in person or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend but are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.
This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” grant, generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
About the Instructor: Jodi Barck is the owner of Sage Creek Flowers. She has been passionate about flowers since childhood and has been growing and working with them for over 20 years. Jodi is involved in all aspects of gardening and has over an acre of land dedicated to growing flowers for her business, as well as over four acres of personal garden areas. She enjoys using the seasonal flowers unique to this region and is proud to share her love of locally grown flowers with the community. The smiles and joy she brings to others through her work keep her motivated to continue growing and learning. Jodi looks forward to sharing her passion for floral design with you!
- “Fall for Art” Week Class
- Mixed Media Class – Memories
- Instructor: Beth Sotherden
- Date: Sunday, October 6
- Time 1:00 - 3:30 pm
- Ages: Adult (14 y/o and up)
- Maximum enrollment: 8
- Fee: $25.00* (25% off for members $18.75)
In this beginner class, you will create a mixed media collage with three-dimensional elements to celebrate the beauty of fall colors and the sparkle of autumn light. You will depict objects washed ashore or left behind by summer revelers. We will start by creating a collage background and then embellish it with sticks, stones, crushed glass, and a sweet little resin bottle. You will artistically arrange and affix these objects to a wood panel. Beth will guide you through the process of combining these natural elements to create a beautiful mixed media piece. Come and enjoy this fun, creative class! All materials will be supplied.
This is an in-person class and masks are optional. Register in person or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend but are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.
This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” grant, generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
Beth Sotherden is a regional artist who enjoys experimenting with a variety of media, materials, and processes. She is a member of several area art organizations, including the Salmon River Fine Arts Center, where she exhibits and teaches.
- “Fall for Art” Week Class
- WATERCOLOR & GOUACHE
- Journaling Adventure Class 3
- Instructor: Sharon Blair
- Date: Monday evening, October 7
- Time: 7:15 – 9:15 pm
- Ages: Adults (16 and older)
- Maximum enrollment: 8
- Fee: $25 (25% off for members $18.75) *
The Watercolor Journaling Adventure Continues – Class 3 of a 3-part series. Join Sharon for the final class in her 3-part series on watercolor journaling. This session is designed for those who have attended at least one of her previous classes.
Take your journaling to the next level! In this class, Sharon will dive deeper into techniques for using watercolor and gouache in your journals. She'll briefly review the basics, then explore advanced techniques such as color merging, washes, and layering to help you create more detailed and imaginative compositions. Additionally, you’ll receive valuable tips on composition and practical advice on setting up and using your journal and brushes. Sharon will guide you step by step in combining watercolor and gouache to take advantage of each medium’s unique qualities. You’re encouraged to bring personal reference photos to create meaningful, personalized paintings. This class promises to be a fun, engaging opportunity to further ignite your creativity! All materials will be supplied.
If you attended Sharon’s class last month, this session will build on that foundation, providing a more in-depth exploration of painting specific scenes or images for your journals.
This is an in-person class and masks are optional. Register in person or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend but are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.
This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” grant, generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
About the artist. As a lifetime artist, Sharon Blair started journaling in the Adirondack Mountains where she lived back in the 80's and 90's before returning to Central New York. Her love for Plein Air (painting on location) grew as she traveled throughout the years. While she works in many media, her journaling consists of good quality journals, artist-grade watercolors, and Kolinsky and specialty synthetic watercolor brushes. She has extensive experience and knowledge in a wide array of artistic mediums and enjoys sharing her expertise through her work at Syracuse Commercial Art Supply by giving demonstrations, and through teaching classes for various local art guilds, organizations and colleges. Her work has been exhibited in many Central New York venues, and she has juried various regional art shows, including one at the Salmon River Fine Art Center. As a proud military mother, she also has a passion to create work that helps bring honor to our Veterans and has prints from her painting series "A Military Experience - A Parent's Perspective" being sold and presented around the country.
Free Weekly Drawing Class
- FREE Weekly Drawing Class
- Thursday 6 - 8 pm
- Instructor: Ann Buchau
- All ages welcome
- Class Limit: 20
Enjoy this online step-by-step drawing class in the comfort and safety of your own home via Zoom. Each week your instructor will focus on a different topic, technique or subject with the ultimate goal of improving and developing your own unique style. This class is open to anyone in our local community with a desire to draw — any age, any level. To attend, simply email us at sr.fine.arts.ctr@gmail.com to get your name on the list. After you register for this free class you will be emailed a link with instructions. Be sure to sign up early because the class limit is 20.
This class is made possible by generous donations from Drs. Patricia and Jay Chapman as well as many of our members and participants.