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Fused Glass Plate Workshop

29 September 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Create a keepsake

Valerie Butcher, Curator of the Corner Gallery in Sterling, Illinois, has over 20 years of experience creating fused glass. Learn from her as you create your glass plate to cherish. The plate shown above is one example of a design. Students may pick their own design.

Students will learn the basics of creating their personal masterpieces. Valerie will fire the projects and return them to TNPS on November 11 for student pick-up.

Tuition is $60 per person

Ages

Participants need to be 16 years old and older.

Class size

The minimum class size is ten people, and the maximum is 30 people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the minimum class size is not met.

Registration Form

Students need to register by Nov. 2.

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113 W. First St
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“Fall Paint for Fun” Oil Painting Class

14 September 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Paint an autumn setting in oils!

Nina Stachewicz is from Freeport and teaches art classes locally.

All supplies are included in this one-day class. Stachewicz provides instruction on oil painting techniques. Students will create an oil painting on a 9″ x 12″ canvas of a rural fall barn scene.

Cost is $40 a person.

Ages

Participants need to be 13 years old and up.

Class size

The minimum class size is five people, with a maximum of 15 people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the minimum class size is unmet or the participant cancels by Sept. 30. After Sept. 30, no refund will be given.

Registration Form

Students need to register by September 30.

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The Next Picture Show

815-285-4924

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

Oil & Acrylic Painting Class with Stuart Roddy

31 August 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Oil & Acrylic Painting Class

This workshop encourages beginners as well as artists who want help finishing an oil painting. These classes give students the time for class instruction/discussion, plus ample time to implement the teachings.

Instructor | Stuart Roddy
Stuart Roddy teaches at Sterling High School, Sauk Valley Community College, and TNPS. He received his BA and MA at the University of Illinois. Roddy has won numerous awards, including Best of Show Rockford, 2004 & 07, the Phidian Art Show President’s Award, and many awards over the years at TNPS’ Nuts About Art show.

His work
Roddy is a contemporary landscape painter focusing on expressive realism, including regional landscapes, cityscapes, and skyscapes. He is also working on large florals.

Details of class
DAYS/TIME: Held on Tuesdays at 5:30-8 p.m. Flex Schedule. You may start at any time.
COST: Six week tuition: Members: $99.00 | Non-Members: $125.00
AGES: 16* and older.
*Exceptions can be made for experienced students.

Register for this class.

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The Next Picture Show

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​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

Watercolor Class with Betty Predmore

31 August 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Watercolor | Beginner/Intermediate Class

Are you afraid of watercolor? Is it too intimidating? Not to worry!

This comprehensive class, with instructor Betty Predmore, will help you navigate all the basics. From paints and palettes to brushstrokes and paper, this course will provide you with the essential information and techniques to help you create your own works of art.

Basic supplies are included.​

Instructor | Betty Predmore
Betty Predmore is a well-known artist throughout the Sauk Valley region. Her watercolors continually garner awards at the Grand Detour Fine Arts Festival, the Phidian Art Show, and numerous awards at TNPS art exhibitions.

Details of class
DAYS/TIME: Held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to Noon. Flex Schedule. You may start at any time.
COST: Six week tuition: Members: $99.00 | Non-Members: $125.00
AGES: 16* and older.
*Exceptions can be made for experienced students.

Register today!

Sign up for this class by downloading the registration form below.

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The Next Picture Show

815-285-4924

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

Fused Glass Trinket Tray Workshop

26 April 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Create a keepsake

Valerie Butcher, Curator of the Corner Gallery in Sterling, Illinois, has over 20 years of experience in creating fused glass. Learn from her as you design your own trinket tray to cherish.

Students will learn the basics of creating their personal masterpieces. Valerie will fire the projects and return them to TNPS on June 28 for student pick-up.

Tuition is $30 for TNPS members and $35 for non-members.

Ages

Participants need to be 10 years old and up. An adult must accompany students under 13.

Class size

The minimum class size is four people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by June 8.

Registration Form

Students need to register by June 8.

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The Next Picture Show

815-285-4924

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

“Spring Begins” Barn Painting Class

19 April 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, November 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Paint a beautiful barn in oils!

Nina Stachewicz is from Freeport and teaches art classes locally.

All supplies are included in this one-day class. Stachewicz provides instruction on oil painting techniques. Students will create an oil painting on an 8″ x 10″ canvas of a spring barn scene.

Ages

Participants need to be 12 years old and up.

Class size

The minimum class size is five people, with a maximum of 15 people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by May 9. After May 9, no refund will be given.

Registration Form

Students need to register by May 9.

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The Next Picture Show

815-285-4924

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

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