Adults
The Centre for the Living Arts will offer a variety of studio classes for adults. Beginner and advanced classes will be avaliable to adults interested in developing skills and techniques in clay, painting, photography and more. More information on classes can be found under the Visual & Performing Arts tab. For more information, or to register, please contact Brennan Gibson.
Brennan Gibson
Education Coordinator
cla.gibson@cityofmobile.org
251 208 5658
Drawing Dogs and Cats
With step-by-step guidance from illustrator Val Webb, students will learn to draw four-legged friends of all shapes and sizes. No experience is necessary and all art supplies are provided. Bring a sack lunch — Val will give an art demonstration during the midday break.
CLA Classroom
Saturday, April 13th
10:00am – 3:00pm
Admission:
$65
Acrylic Painting
Led by instructor Lucy Gafford, this introductory level class is geared towards the beginner, or those wanting to brush up on acrylic painting techniques and problem-solving.
During the class, participants will focus on a wide variety of subjects, including still life, painting from photographs, portraits, copying various other painters’ techniques and exploring painting on different surfaces.
All levels are welcome and all supplies are included.
CLA Classroom
April 15th – May 13th
6 – 8pm
Admission:
$90/ Member discounts available
Charcoal Drawing
Led by instructor April Hopkins, this class will focus on a wide range of drawing techniques using vine and compressed charcoal.
Participants will focus on drawing from life and from photographs.
All levels are welcome and all supplies are included.
CLA Studio
April 16th – May 7th
6 - 8 pm
Admission:
$90 / Member discounts available
Screen Printing
Led by artist Sydney Sawyer, this introductory level class will familiarize students with the basics of screen printing. Throughout this course, students will learn about the principles of silkscreen monotype, the reductive process, screen and stencil construction and the drawing fluid method.
CLA Studio
April 15th – May 16th
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Admission:
$90/ Member discounts available
Watercolor Illustration
Led by artist Christopher Noerr, this beginning-to-intermediate illustration class covers basic drawing and watercolor techniques while exploring visual storytelling. This class includes the study of works by well-known illustrators, demonstration and critiques. Some materials provided, and students will leave class with two finished pieces.
CLA Classroom
May 20th – June 17th
May 23rd – June 20th
5:30 – 8 pm
Admission:
$75/ Member discounts available
Crafting the Personal Essay
Instructor Georgia Pearle will lead students as they craft essays from their life experience. Students will benefit from exercises designed to generate ideas, sharpen a distinct voice, and communicate imaginatively and effectively in the essay form.
CLA Classroom
May 14th – June 4th
7 – 9 pm
Admission:
$45/ Member discounts available
Intro to Playwriting
Led by instructor Stefani Bencsath of the University of South Alabama, students will learn the basics of playwriting for the stage, as well as the process involved in submitting their work for competition. Participants will receive instruction and feedback as they create short scenes. Students will have the opportunity to share their finished work during a staged reading held at the Space 301 Art Park. The reading will be open to the public, and will take place one evening after completion of the class.
CLA Classroom
May 14th – June 4th
6 – 8 pm
Admission:
$45/ Member discounts available
Generative Writing Workshop
Instructor Georgia Pearle will provide students with writing prompts and weekly critiques. Students will write in class and receive instruction in focus, form, and tools for becoming better writers. All genres and skill levels welcome.
CLA Classroom
May 16th – June 13th
7 – 8 pm
Admission:
$35/ Member discounts available
Reading Contemporary Poets Workshop
Instructor Georgia Pearle will lead students in a discussion of contemporary poets’ work. Students will look at the themes and currents running through these poetics, while developing an appreciation for all sorts of poems.
CLA Classroom
May 16th – June 13th
8 – 9 pm
Admission:
$35/ Member discounts available
Alternative Photos
Led by artist Alison Schaub, this beginning-to-intermediate photography class will explore how to take inventive and creative photos using disposable cameras. Students will learn how to alter lenses to distort imagery, resulting in engaging photos.
Possibilities for collage with the photos and film will also be explored. All supplies are included.
CLA Studio
May 22nd – June 5th
5 – 7 pm
Admission:
$45/ Member discounts available
Alternative Photos
Led by artist Alison Schaub, this beginning-to-intermediate photography class will explore how to take inventive and creative photos using disposable cameras. Students will learn how to alter lenses to distort imagery, resulting in engaging photos.
Possibilities for collage with the photos and film will also be explored. All supplies are included.
CLA Studio
May 25th – June 1st
1 – 3 pm
Admission:
$30/ Member discounts available
Knitting Basics
Led by instructor Sarah Brewer, this introductory course is for those with no prior knitting experience as well as those wishing to brush up on the basics. Students will learn both knit and purl stitches, as well as methods for casting on and binding off. All supplies are included.
CLA Classroom
June 1st
11 – 2pm
Admission:
$35/ Member discounts available
Knitting: Beyond the Basics
Led by instructor Sarah Brewer, this course is for those who have completed the Knitting Basics course or for those who are already comfortable with basic knitting and purling. Students will learn ribbing techniques, simple increases and decreases, and will begin work on a knitted hat. All supplies are included.
CLA Classroom
June 8th
11 – 2 pm
Admission:
$35/ Member discounts available
Mold Making / Slip Casting Workshop
Led by artist Joe Hobbs, this introductory class will teach students how to create plaster molds from household objects enabling them to produce multiples of their pieces. This two day workshop will give students the opportunity to make their own two or three piece plaster mold and learn to use it with slip clay. Plaster mold making is the foundation of all mold making and is commonly used to cast wax, ceramics, paper and other materials. Cleaning the cast piece will be demonstrated and slip clay recycling, firing and glazing will also be discussed.
CLA Studio
June 18th – June 25th
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Admission:
$60/ Member discounts available
Still Life Oil Painting
Led by artist Amanda Youngblood, this oil painting class focuses on techniques such as color mixing and value. Students will paint still life arrangements using household objects. By the end of this workshop, students should leave with 2 completed paintings. There will be a mid-way break, so please bring a sack lunch.
CLA Studio
June 29th
11 – 3 pm
Admission:
$50/ Member discounts available