Art Classes
Classes and/or workshops for adults are listed below.
Click HERE for Art Classes for children & teens.
Click HERE for information about our instructors.
Click HERE to download a printable PDF class schedule and registration form.
We continue to follow recommended CDC safety protocols at the time of the class. Currently, masks are optional. This policy may change at any time.
Register at least 1 week in advance of the class or workshop starting date.
In case of bad weather – the instructor will contact student to reschedule the class.
Note: Students under the age of 18 cannot take adult classes unless it is specified as accepting children or teens in the class description. In addition, ages for those 18 and younger must be provided on our class registration form.
Fall Classes & Workshops
Karen Frattali - Advancing Your Watercolor Process/Session 1
Tuesdays 10am - 1pm,
September 10 - October 15,
$140 Members/$150 Non-members
“First timers” who have not been in Karen’s class before will be encouraged to come to each class promptly for the first hour where the fundamentals of working in transparent watercolor will be covered in detail with presentations and short demonstrations. “Veterans” who have been in these classes before can come for the first timer presentations, or they can join class at the beginning of the second hour where “one on one strategies” and discussions of the process are geared to the individual’s questions and concerns. First timers are encouraged to stay for the second hour to work on their projects and listen to the discourse of the one on one conversations. Veterans will be challenged with different projects than those of first timers. The third hour will be dedicated to the veteran participants.
Supply list will be emailed to new students.
This is an all levels class for adults.
Karen Frattali - Advancing Your Watercolor Process/Session 2
Tuesdays 10am - 1pm,
October 29 - November 19,
$95 Members/$105 Non-members
Same description as Session 1 above.
Passion for Pastels – Dot Stepenaski
Thursdays 9am -12pm,
October 3 - November 7
$140 Members/$150 Non-members
With interest in pastels, there are new colors and surfaces to work on. We work with color as value. With a solid understanding of value, you can paint any subject, landscape, portrait, or still life. New students work on exercises such as how to handle pastels, value, and color building. More experiences students will be challenged based on their skill level. Focus is on personal growth.
This is an all skill level adult class.
Contact the instructor to review supplies.
Carol Herr - Painting Fundamentals Part 1 - Still Life
Saturdays 10am-1pm,
Sept. 21 & 28,
$50 Members/$55 Non-members & $20 mat.fee (paid to instructor -1st class).
Beginner students are introduced to painting in acrylic or oil. We will use simple objects as subject matter to learn the basics. The instructor will give tips on the best materials to use.
All supplies are included so just come and paint!
For adults and teens 16+.
Carol Herr - Painting Fundamentals Part 2 - Landscape
Saturdays 9:30am - 1pm,
November 2, 9, & 16,
$85 Members/$95 Non-members
This class focuses on landscape painting in acrylic or oil for beginning students or those who wish to brush up on their skills. Tips on painting trees, water, fields, skies, etc. and creating a sense of depth in your paintings.
Students should bring their own painting supplies (a material list is available) and a reference photo of a simple landscape.
Adults and teens 16+.
Tony Bonazzi - Pencil Drawing
Thursdays 6pm - 8pm,
October 17 - November 21.
$95 Members/$105 Non-members
For the beginner, this class will teach proportion, shading, and seeing values correctly. We will start by drawing objects and work from a photo of your choice for the last three weeks. For the intermediate, we will take these fundamentals further to improve everyone’s drawing ability. These students will work from reference photos; one photo for the first three weeks and another photo for the last three weeks.
Supplies needed: A pad of 9x12 drawing paper, pencils (a 2B pencil or a set of pencils), a white vinyl eraser, and a pencil sharpener.
This is a beginner and intermediates class for adults.
Carol Herr - Drawing/Problem Solving Preliminaries
Thursdays 4pm - 6pm,
September 26 & October 3,
$40 Members/$45 Non-members
Have you realized after working on a painting for weeks that your composition is boring, your perspective isn’t quite right and your proportions are off? Taking the time to plan out your painting with preliminaries such as roughs, thumb nails, and studies will improve your final work.
For beginners and intermediates.
Adults & teens 16+.
Bring drawing pencils (2H, HB, 2B, 4B), eraser, sketchbook with drawing paper.
Carol Herr - Autumn Dazed Designs
Saturday, October 5, 10am - 2pm,
$40 Members/$45 Non-members Plus a $15 materials fee to be paid to the instructor at the first class.
Create an autumn design and paint with acrylic a bisque ceramic bowl for the Autumn Daze Exhibit or for your own autumn decor. (Finished bowls are not food safe - decorative use only).
This seasonal and fun project is for adult and teen students (ages 13+).
All materials included.
Bring reference materials - photos for your design.
Carol Herr - Holiday Sparkle Designs
Saturday, December 7, 10am - 2pm,
$40 Members/$45 Non-members Plus a $15 materials fee to the instructor at the first class.
Create a holiday design and paint a bisque ceramic plate for the holidays. (Finished plates are not food safe - decorative use only). Makes a great gift of display as part of your holiday decor.
For adults and teens 13+.
All materials included.
Bring reference materials - photos for your design.
Outdoor - Fair Weather Painters – monitor: Carol Dale
Free,
adult, all skill levels
Call the LCAA (717-687-7061) for information about the Fair Weather Painters current status and schedule.
Additional Information
Prices listed by LCAA member / non-member.
Materials fees are paid separately to the instructor at the first class.
Payment for class fee is due upon registration, at least one week in advance of starting date.
Send payment & completed form below to the LCAA, 149 Precision Ave. Strasburg, PA 17579 or call 717-687-7061. Please include your name, address, phone, email, age (for children) & list the classes you will be attending.
The LCAA charges a $35 fee for all returned checks.
Classes may be cancelled if minimum enrollment of 5 students is not reached & payment returned to student. Classes may be cancelled or rescheduled due to inclement weather. The instructor will contact students about changes to the schedule. Students are responsible for purchase of supplies needed for class unless provided by the instructor.
Withdrawal – before class begins, a $10 fee is charged, but the remainder of the fee will be returned. After the first class, a reimbursement of 50% of tuition will be returned. There is no reimbursement for other missed classes. Student must contact the LCAA office about withdrawal from class in a timely manner.
Note: Students under the age of 18 cannot take adult classes unless it is specified as accepting children or teens in the class description. In addition, ages for those 18 and younger must be provided on this form.