*Instructor Bio - Karen Benvenuti, a New Jersey based multi-media artist, began her education in art, fashion design and acting at several schools in NYC including Parsons, Traphagen, Herbert Bergdorf Studios and The National Arts Club. Karen became a member of the Screen Actors Guild in 1981 and appeared in small roles in major productions. Karen constructed and painted sets for theatre productions and designed several costumes for ballet companies in New Jersey. Later Karen opened two stores in NJ where she sold housewares, gifts and her painted furniture. This success led her to her own decorative painting business which she is still doing today along with teaching art, graphic design and jewelry design. Her paintings grace the homes of many influential clients throughout the States. Karen's work has been published in several magazines and newspapers including Architectural Digest , Country Living, Dtour magazine, Direct Art, Bust and 10 appearances in Design NJ. Karen is also a member of several guilds and societies including the MCAC and the NWA. |
| FASHION ILLUSTRATION and Figure drawing for teens This exciting class will teach you the basics of fashion illustration and figure drawing. Students will experience a wide range of skill building, media techniques, mixed media techniques, proportion, Fabric illustration and much more. All students leave with an extensive collection of work and portfolio options developed throughout the course. *Please bring a larger sized sketch pad and some soft pencils to class. Most materials will be provided. *Classes start 2/08/10 and run for 8 weeks. *Extra time will be added for make-up of 1 class only. Monday night 6:00 - 7:20 Fee $280.00 *No payment due for registration! Pay at your first class. Register now! |
| Classes meet at "Art space" 14 Elm Street Morristown, NJ 732 299-4033 |
| * Above painting done in class with acrylics by student Kang Hee. This was her first acrylic painting! |
| *Contact karen with any questions or for more information |
| ACRYLIC PAINTING Open studio with Instruction for adults and teens Acrylic is an extremely flexible and varied material that can range from washes to glazes to the thickest of impasto. Learn how to achieve the look and light qualities of oils with this safer versatile medium. Your instructor will provide critical feedback along with advice on techniques and application. This class is for all levels! Come relax and be inspired in a creative environment ! *Please bring materials for your media and a photo to work from. Photos and ideas will also be provided in class. Feel free to contact teacher for more info. *Classes start 2/08/10 and run for 8 weeks. *Extra time will be added for make-up of 1 class only. Monday night 7:30 - 9:00 Fee $280.00 *No payment due for registration! Pay at your first class. Register now! |
| *Classes start 2/08/10 |
