FALL TERM 2008
September – November
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
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JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Sept. 7, 2-4 PM
Meet faculty and students and observe informal demonstrations of class content and teaching styles.
Refreshments. |
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NEW: CORE CURRICULUM PROGRAM FOR BEGINNERS
For the first time this fall, a 4 course Core Curriculum for Beginners will be offered at the Greenwich Art Society Studio
School. (Drawing I - Basics for Beginners, Painting I – Basics for Beginners, Demystifying Color for Beginners, and,
offered in the spring, Composition for Beginners. See course descriptions below.) Completing these four courses will
equip a beginner to successfully embark on most other art classes (though these are not prerequisites for other
classes).
Beginning around noon, classes finish by 2:30. |
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NEW: CREATIVE WRITING FOR VISUAL ARTISTS
For visual artists who also have an interest in writing as self-expression, come and join the Greenwich Art Society for
this exciting new addition to our schedule on Tuesday evenings. ROBERT MASTERSON will teach this unique course
that will help visual artists clarify their visions through the craft of writing. An award-winning writer and wonderful
storyteller, Mr. Masterson teaches successful writing workshops throughout the country. |
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NEW: PARENT/CHILD MONOPRINT WORKSHOP
A four-week, Monday afternoon workshop with MARY NEWCOMB during which you and your child will produce
unique, one-of-a-kind prints. It’s easy and fun and the prints will make perfect holiday gifts. See class description
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NEW: ARTIST WORKSHOPS
The Greenwich Art Society will be offering one-time workshops throughout the term. You will learn a specific skill, meet
other artists and enjoy some social time. We will advertise these as they are scheduled. Scheduled at the time of
printing are:
*PREPARING A CANVAS with RABBIT SKIN GLUE with KATHIE MILLIGAN
(Friday evening, Oct 17, 6-9 PM)
Using rabbit skin glue to prepare a canvas for oil painting results in richness unattainable with gesso preparation.
Bring stretcher bars and canvas. Glue provided. $75.
*DRAWING A BIRD’S NEST with HAZEL JARVIS
(Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2:30-5:00)
Get a taste for Botanical Illustration and come away with a lovely drawing of a bird’s nest and some new friends.
Materials provided. $75.
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NEW: MOTHER/DAUGHTER WORKSHOPS IN FASHION
Register for 1 or all 3 workshops (limit to 10 mother/daughter pairs)
Fashion Drawing
(Saturday September 20, 2:30- 5:30)
Draw from the model! It’s fun and challenging to learn the style and techniques for capturing
the fashion figure.
Students create a croqui figure and learn to draw clothing shapes that can
express their creative design ideas.
$100 (model and materials provided.)
Drawing in Style- Fashion Accessories
(Saturday, October 25, 2:30 – 5:30)
Students create a full color still life of style and trends in accessories. Learn to draw prints, plaids, fabrics, feathers and
fur that combine to make fun accessory shapes. $100 (materials provided.)
Elements of Style- Drawing, Fashion and Decorating Trends
(Saturday, November 22, 2:30 – 5:30)
Students explore color combinations, learn drawing skills, and use photo collage to create a trend board that
expresses their style in fashion or design ideas for their dream bedroom.
(Save those countless catalogs and bring your favoritesto class to use as resource materials.)
$100 (materials provided.) |
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| INTERMEDIATE PAINTING I with ENZO RUSSO and KAREN SPRING |


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Individual and group instruction. A strong traditional approach is stressed to prepare for individual expression.
The course encourages technical and stylistic experimentation within representational painting. |
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Sept. 8-Nov. 17, Except Oct. 13 |
ER08F1M |
10 Mondays |
9:30-12:00 |
$320 |
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| INTERMEDIATE PAINTING II with ENZO RUSSO and KAREN SPRING |


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Individual and group instruction. A strong traditional approach is stressed to prepare for individual expression.
The course stresses the principle of moving beyond the current trends and established directions while
searching for an increasingly personal visual language. |
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Sept. 8-Nov. 17, Except Oct. 13 |
ER08F1A |
10 Mondays |
12:30-3:00 |
$320 |
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| THE ART OF MONOPRINTS for PARENT and CHILD with MARY NEWCOMB |


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Mary Cassatt, Degas and Picasso did it, and you can too! Participants in this four-week, parent/child workshop
will explore the printmaking technique of monoprint, a process whereby only one print is pulled from the printing
plate. Using safe, non-toxic paints, you and your child will produce unique one of a kind prints perfect for holiday
giving. Sharing this exciting, fun and easy printmaking technique with the special child (siblings welcome) in your
life will be a rewarding experience for all. Children aged 5-14 years. |
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Sept.8 –Sept.29 |
MN08F1A |
4 Mondays |
4:00-6:00 |
$112 |
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| ADVANCED PAINTING with ENZO RUSSO AND KAREN SPRING |


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This course promotes advanced technical and conceptual approaches to the human figure.
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Sept. 8-Nov. 17, Except Oct. 13
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ER08F1E |
10 Mondays |
7:00 - 9:30 |
$320 |
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| BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION with HAZEL JARVIS |
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Explore watercolor and colored pencil mediums using primarily botanical subject matter. Class follows a
structured approach, emphasizing direct observation. Suitable for beginners and more experienced artists.
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Sept 9 – Nov. 25,
Except 9/30 and 11/11 |
HJ08F2M |
10 Tuesdays |
9:00-11:30 |
$290 |
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| DRAWING I - BASICS FOR BEGINNERS with ANNA PATALANO |
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Drawing skills are developed through emphasizing individual, visual perception. The student will be working from
life –mostly still life – with emphasis on eye-hand-brain coordination. Students will use various drawing media
(ebony pencils, graphite pencils and compressed charcoal) developing form through the use of linear elements,
then graduating to value studies. The premise is that anyone can learn how to draw anything provided he or she
is taught how to SEE. Teaching is structured around the individual perception of each student. |
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Sept 9 – Nov. 25,
Except 9/30 and 11/11 |
AP08F2A |
10 Tuesdays |
11:45 – 2:15 |
$290 |
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| DRAWING II – BUILDING ON THE BASICS with KATHIE MILLIGAN |
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Would you like to take your existing drawing skills and bring them to a higher level?
If so, this class is for you. Learn intermediate drawing fundamentals including visual measurement,
mark making, negative and positive space, perspective, composition, light and shade, and visual relationships.
We will experiment with pencil, charcoal, ink wash and printmaking. Drawing will be mostly from still life with the
occasional use of the model. There will be optional trips to museums to draw from Old Master artwork.
Please bring a sketchpad (9" X 12"), HB - 4B pencils and an eraser to the first class.
Note: Drawing I – Basics for Beginners is not a prerequisite for this class.
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Sept 9 – Nov. 25,
Except 9/30 and 11/11 |
KM08F2A2 |
10 Tuesdays |
2:15-4:15 |
$230 |
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MIXED MEDIA, COLLAGE AND CONSTRUCTION with CAROL NIPOMNICH DIXON
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Put together realistic or non-objective 2- or 3-dimensional collages or assemblages (including box art) using
papers, fabrics, photographs and found objects. Emphasize color, texture and composition as you juxtapose and
transform materials into new visual statements that may range from autobiographical expressions to
interpretations of our society and imaginary visions. Experiment with the addition of other media to enhance your
images. |
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Sept .9, 16, 23, Nov. 4, 18, 25, and Dec.2
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CD08F2A3 |
7 Tuesdays |
4:30-6:30 |
$161 |
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CREATIVE WRITING for VISUAL ARTISTS with ROBERT MASTERSON |
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Give voice to your vision through writing exercises and experiments, journal writing, free writing, and writing
assignments. Special emphasis will be placed on exploring the five senses, the powers of observation, and their
communication through writing. Students will be challenged to expand their perceptions through the use of
language and to expand their perceptions of language as an artistic medium.
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Sept 9 – Nov. 25,
Except 9/30 and 11/11 |
RM08F2E |
10 Tuesdays |
7:00-9:00 |
$230 |
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| FIGURE AND PORTRAIT PAINTING with FRED MASON |
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Oil, pastel, watercolor or mixed media. For intermediate and advanced students with a drawing back-
ground. A high energy class environment with emphasis on creative thinking, seeing and skills to express
the student’s vision. Work from live models.
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Sept. 10-Nov. 12 |
FM08F3M |
10 Wednesdays |
9:00-12:00 |
$510 |
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| PAINTING I - BASICS FOR BEGINNERS with ANNA PATALANO |
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This class will use simple methods of translating basic composition to canvas in
order to get right to the painting.
Basic elements of compositional design, color, and texture will be introduced. Learn to use traditional palettes of
color as a way to gain
insight into color mixing. We will learn about the basics of painting materials and how they
differ from each other; painting tools, surfaces and supports; and painting techniques such as impasto, glazes,
scumbling, and wet-into-wet. Though content of this course is very structured, students will be encouraged to
develop their individual visions and styles in both oil and acrylic paint. |
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Sept. 10-Nov. 12 |
AP08F3A |
10 Wednesdays |
12:30-3:00 |
$290 |
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PROCESS PAINTING: EXPLORING ABSTRACT AND NON-OBJECTIVE PAINTING
with ANNA PATALANO
(Formerly called Painting From Within) |
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For intermediate and advanced painting students. Study the elements of abstraction
and non-objective painting
and how they evolved in art history. Learn how to create a visual image based on these principles -- using color,
form, and space to structure an image based
on the flow of the painting process itself. Different painting
materials, mediums, tools, and techniques will be stressed. Critique of in-class and outside-of-class work is an
integral part
of the course. |
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Sept. 10-Nov. 12 |
AP08F3A2 |
10 Wednesdays |
3:00-6:00 |
$350 |
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| THE FIGURE IN CLAY with PETER RUBINO |
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Learn fundamentals and finishing techniques with easy to follow step-by-step method of sculpting the figure in
clay. Integrate simple geometric shapes with anatomical forms and begin creating sculptures with dynamic
movement and composition. Develop a personal artistic style and expression. Beginners welcome. Live model. |
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Sept. 10-Nov. 12 |
PR08F3E |
10 Wednesdays |
6:30-9:00 |
$440 |
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| BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION with HAZEL JARVIS |
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Explore watercolor and colored pencil mediums using primarily botanical subject matter. Class follows a
structured approach, emphasizing direct observation. Suitable for beginners and more experienced artists.
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Sept 11-Nov. 20, Except Oct. 9
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HJ08F4M |
10 Thursdays |
9:00-11:30 |
$290 |
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DEMYSTIFYING COLOR for BEGINNERS with SHAUNA HOLIMAN
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Do you wonder how people who work with color (artists, decorators, etc.) pick just the
right colors that go
together so well? This very pragmatic, hands-on course will answer your questions and teach you to confidently
mix colors using oil paint. We will explore the color system used by paint manufacturers and gain deep insight on
how to cope with the overwhelming selection of paint colors available on the market today. By the end of the
course, students will 1) be able to accurately recreate any color palette they see using a limited number of paint
colors, 2) be fearless in art, fabric and home decorating stores and 3) have their eyes opened to color all around
them. No experience required, but patience with process is a must.
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Sept 11-Nov. 20, Except Oct. 9 |
SH08F4A |
10 Thursdays |
11:30-2:00 |
$290 |
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FASHION DRAWING FOR UPPER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS with
MICHELLE RUDOLPH |
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For the aspiring young designer, this course will improve drawing skills and teach the techniques of fashion
illustration. The class will focus on figure drawing (from clothed models) and include sketching fabrics and
accessories. Designed for the student who loves to draw and is excited by the fashion field. Tuition includes
materials and model fees.
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Sept 11-Nov. 20, Except Oct. 9 |
MR08F4A2 |
10 Thursdays |
3:00-5:00 |
$330 |
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PAINTING in the IMPRESSIONISTIC STYLE with DMITRI WRIGHT
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For intermediate and advanced students, this class will explore the impressionistic style using watercolor,
acrylic, pastels and oils. |
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Sept 11-Nov. 20, Except Oct. 9 |
DW08F4E |
10 Thursdays |
6:30-9:30 |
$350 |
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| CLAY SCULPTURE with DOUGLAS MORE |
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Figure and portrait sculpting in clay or plasticine from live models. Emphasis on appreciation of form.
No experience necessary. Materials provided |
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Sept. 12-Nov. 21, Except Oct.10 |
DM08F5M |
10 Fridays |
9:00-11:30 |
$440 |
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| PASTELS with JOHN CONROY |
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Explore color, texture and depth of pastels, a unique painting medium that requires special techniques to master
the subtleties of layering pigments. Focus on standard techniques of painting shapes and the importance of value
relationships. Students will be introduced to various pastels available today, and the painting surfaces used by
nationally known artists. Students should be familiar with good drawing principles and have had some painting
experience in other mediums. |
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Sept. 12-Nov. 21, Except Oct.10 |
JC08F5A |
10 Fridays |
12:00-2:30 |
$290 |
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| PROBLEM SOLVING in OIL, ACRYLIC, PASTEL and PENCIL with RICHARD BYRNES |
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A flexible course designed to get artists of any level over any stumbling blocks. Subjects include still life,
landscape, people – face or figure. Working with oil, acrylic, pastel or pencil, from life or photos, students will
learn how to get an idea onto canvas, put down local color, develop light and shade and create an interesting
composition. |
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Sept. 12-Nov. 21, Except Oct.10 |
RB08F5A2 |
10 Fridays |
3:00-5:30 |
$290 |
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| YOUNG ARTISTS IN THE STUDIO with KATHIE MILLIGAN |
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Explore a variety of 2-dimensional art materials and find new ways to express your creativity. Students
experience studio techniques including painting, drawing, printmaking and collage, with the freedom to experiment
as they develop new art skills. Materials supplied. |
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Sept. 13-Nov. 22, Except Oct. 11 |
KM08F6M |
10 Saturdays |
ages 6-8, 10:30-12 |
$270 |
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Sept. 13-Nov. 22, Except Oct. 11 |
KM08F6A |
10 Saturdays |
ages 9-14, 12-2pm |
$330 |
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| REACHING FOR THE STARS with ENZO RUSSO |
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For students serious about the visual arts. An advanced, well-structured program aimed at developing their full
potential as artists. Based on the two prerequisites for the making of an artist: an extensive, solid technical
knowledge and the imaginative conceptual aspects of art inherent in any creative endeavor of significance. This
course is exclusively about painting and drawing. |
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Sept. 14-Nov. 23, Except Oct. 12 |
ER08F7A |
10 Sundays |
1:00-3:30 |
$290 |
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CLASS SCHEDULES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTER through the office weekdays 9:30am to 12:30pm. CALL FIRST to make sure space is available.
Tuition payable in advance. Receipt of your check will hold your place in class. Download registration slip
below. To continue a course into the coming term, students must sign up and remit tuition 2 weeks in
advance. Further enrollment - first come, first served.
To learn if schools are closed for snow days and the like, check www.greenwichschools.org by 5:15 am. Or
listen to WGCH 1490 AM. If closed, GAS and the Senior Center are closed too. If only delayed, Senior Center
and GAS remain open.
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