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  • Juried Photography Exhibit

CLASSES & EVENTS

Below are the current classes that can be registered for online. 
Please note, some classes are paid for in person at time of session. 
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Throwing on the Pottery Wheel 6 Week Class

$150.00
Register

Intro to Digital Photography I - February 6 - 27 from 5:30-7:30

$80.00
Register

Charcoal Still Life Drawing Workshop February 11, 9am-Noon

$40.00
Register

Photography Club

$85.00
Register
Pre-registration for classes is required. ​Classes are FREE for cancer patients thanks to the Fish Frenzy Fundraiser. Contact info@beloitartcenter.com for more information or to sign up.
Interested in teaching a class at the Beloit Art Center?  Fill out a class proposal form here: 
Class Proposal Form

Learn How to Take Dazzling Photographs - class starting May 3, 2017

3/21/2017

 
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​During this 5 week class, local photographer Steve Bogdonas will help you learn how to take top quality photos with your digital camera. The class is designed for a beginner through intermediate photographer and will cover: Camera basics, classic light and color theory, portrait lighting and a heavy dose of classical design for the photographer. Assignments are given at every class along with class critiques and a mini-photo show at the 5th week of the program.   With the surge of today's photo software there has not been a greater time to understand and practice the principles of design to enhance your photographic creations.

Starting May 3rd, the class will meet for 5 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 pm at the Beloit Fine Arts Incubator (2nd Floor), 520 E. Grand Avenue, Beloit, WI.  The cost of the class is $75.00.  

​Sign up early as the class size is limited.   Call the Beloit Fine Arts Incubator at 608-313-9083, or Steve at 815-389-9086 with any questions or to sign up for the class.

2017 Spring Art Classes with Susan Swedlund

3/21/2017

 

Watercolor Basics and Drawing Fundamentals ​

Wednesdays 1:00-3:00   April 12th, 19th, 26th and May 3rd and 10th
In this class:
You will learn to see as an artist sees, which will enable you to grow in your drawing abilities.
You will learn the beauty of water and color mixing on your paper to make vibrant colorful paintings.
You will learn to make washes and other basic watercolor techniques.
Whether you are a beginner or have been painting for years, you will enjoy growing and learning the boldness it takes to let watercolors sing!
Instructor: Susan Swedlund (call 608-314-4092)

Registration fee: $100.00       ($60.00 + $40.00 supply fee)               
              The supply fee includes the use of paper, professional grade watercolor paints, palettes, and
              other painting supplies during class. Each student will be given a small sketchbook.
                           (Students will purchase their own brushes after the first session of class)

Clay Fundamentals Open Studio Pottery Class

 Rolling Admissions (call 608-314-4092 to register)
Open studio starts back up April 10th, 2017
Classes are held Monday and Thursday evenings 6-8:00. You attend according to your own schedule. Your first eight sessions are $137.00 and include 25 lbs. of clay and glazes to cover the projects done during these sessions. You will learn the fundamentals of clay, hand building techniques and three guided sessions on the pottery wheel. 
After the class you may attend any open studio for $10.00 an evening (this includes the firing of all the pieces that you make during this time) and you may want to join the glaze co-op for $12.00 or purchase your own approved glazes. Bags of clay (25 lbs) are available to purchase for $18.00.

2 Session Pottery Workshops: $40.00  (includes clay, glaze, and the firing of your pieces)
Scratching the Surface: Sgraffitto Technique  
Colorful Clay Underglaze Blocking Technique  
Call to schedule a workshop.

Watercolor Basics and Beyond - starting March 2017

3/7/2017

 
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​Have you ever had the desire to try watercolor painting, but have not taken the first step? Now, is the time to take that step! This workshop will provide fundamental information about watercolor pigment, paper, brushes, and mixing to get you started on your painting path. The instructor will demonstrate numerous watercolor techniques over the course of the day, and will offer advice gathered from years of watercolor painting experience. In addition, there will be books and magazines available during the workshop to broaden your horizons about the exciting world of watercolor. This will be an enjoyable and informal setting in which to learn the basics of watercolor painting.  

Cost is $65.00
Contact the Beloit Fine Arts Incubator to enroll. Information about supplies you will need is here.
 
Instructor: Kathleen D’Angelo *Please email or phone if you have questions.
ktdangelo@tds.net
608-445-2281

Dates/Time: Saturday, March 11, 2017, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
(1 hour for lunch)

Location: Beloit Fine Arts Incubator, 520 E. Grand Avenue, Beloit, WI  
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Beloit Art Center
520 E Grand Ave. Beloit, WI 53511
email: info@beloitartcenter.com   
Phone: 608-313-9083
www.beloitartcenter.com
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​Closed Sunday
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