Events in West Hartford, CT

Starts: Saturday, March 30th, 2024 — 1:00pm
Ends: 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Gaining skill and practicing BRUSHSTROKES is the key to watercolor painting. Whether doing tiny details or broad expressive strokes, watercolor lends itself to painting flowers. Using sweeping strokes, petals and patterns on the dress will be created. References of flowers, birds, berries and more will be available to participants. Creating the pattern on the dress as well as drawing and painting the face, without any knowledge of anatomy, will be demonstrated. A second painting of decorative leaves will be great fun and can become stationery. Hand lettering with watercolor will be demonstrated.

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Registration fee: $65
Starts: Saturday, April 6th, 2024 — 1:00pm
Ends: 3:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Encaustic is a Beeswax-based paint. Beeswax is also a wonderful adhesive. Learn how to create complexly layered artwork using R&F Handmade Paints Encaustic as your “glue”. We will use fabric, photos, and our own drawings along with pigmented Encaustic paint. We will even add images with Laser copy transfers and direct drawing. In this hands-on demo try these magical Encaustic techniques for yourself!!!

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Registration fee: $10
Starts: Sunday, April 7th, 2024 — 2:00pm
Ends: 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Enjoy a fun time out with friends and family with this step-by-step, guided cherry blossom painting instructed by Amanda Mendoza Art! No art experience required! Beginners are welcome and encouraged to come, and this class is open to all ages! All materials will be provided!

Registration fee will include: 2.5 hour painting instruction by Amanda Mendoza Art, A 11x14 canvas, paint, brushes, paper towels, cups of water for painting, A beautiful painting to bring home with you!

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Registration fee: $60
Starts: Saturday, April 13th, 2024 — 1:00pm
Ends: 3:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

This conversation explores the vast potential of GOLDEN’s highly loaded pigmented colors. The more pigment in your paint makes for intense colors! Intense pigments are a good thing, making it possible to do more of what you do best, create art! Experience the difference between Student Grade and Professional Grade paint. SPOILER…you get what you pay for! Do you love or hate how fast acrylics dry? Controlling drying puts you in a position of power. Drying time never will be an issue again. Discover how to extend your paint and create many desired textures and effects with Gels and Mediums. Demystify pigments and mix beautiful clean colors by experiencing the difference between mineral and modern pigments and how this relates to color mixing. We also discuss and compare different product lines to aid in you buying the right one. From OPEN to the standard Heavy Body Acrylic Colors; Fluid to High Flow.

What but FUN Grounds! Grounds are much more than traditional Gesso. Although GOLDEN makes White, Black and Sandable Hard Gesso. Grounds are the foundation that we build our painting on, and vital as such. They can transform your art though, whether working traditionally or craving to blow your experimental doors open. It almost limitless what they can add to your painting and drawing. GOLDEN makes a wide variety of grounds that frees you to work on a variety of surfaces and substrates. Such as Absorbent Ground, Fiber Paste, Pastel Ground and Silverpoint Drawing Ground.

To top off all this fun, there will be a Hands-on portion where we play with SUPER PanPastels get ready to get your hands dirty! (Only kidding we will have gloves for those who don’t have any)

All participants receive a free packet of GOLDEN samples.

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Registration fee: $10
Starts: Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 — 10:30am
Ends: Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 — 1:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

WEDNESDAYS 6 WEEKS STARTING APRIL 17TH, ENDING MAY 22ND

In this beginner / intermediate course we will uncover all of the secrets that have been eluding you all these years!

By the end of this course, you will be transformed from a once frustrated individual, to a happy-go-lucky watercolor artist. Yay!

Secrets we will uncover:

  • Understanding of composition: Design, Values, Shapes. Edges and Color
  • The secrets of applying washes, wet in wet, glazing and dry brush techniques.
  • The importance of water to pigment ratios!
  • Perspective and Proportion.
  • Building a vocabulary of brushstrokes to help create shapes that make up: Figures, Trees, Skies and much more.
  • How to exploit the natural flow of water and discover the secrets that make it work its magic like no other medium can and learn to let the water guide you while overcoming the urge to control every brushstroke.
  • Exploring the meaning of less is more!

We will create a new painting each week and concentrate on simple subject matter, primarily: landscapes, seascapes and cityscapes.

Please come prepared with the artist grade materials listed in the materials list.

Some art experience is helpful, but not a requirement. For new watercolor artists, Alan James is willing to give a primer lesson that covers the basics of watercolor, before classes begin. If you would like to coordinate an introductory lesson with Alan please contact him at [email protected]. Also feel free to email Alan to contact him with any questions.

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Registration fee: $300
Starts: Friday, April 19th, 2024 — 11:00am
Ends: 1:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

In this workshop, we will explore an array of Cretacolor Pencils and Fabriano 1264 Paper Pads. 

You can see how to use sketchbooks and dry media to develop thumbnails and choose your composition. Then, you will develop your chosen thumbnail into a more complete drawing, using your imagination as well as prompt imagery. 

A casual conversation around the tools and processes will be the key, let’s discuss our goals, our challenges and what we would like to accomplish with our sketches and drawings. 

There will be a variety of media and surfaces for the attendees to experiment with! 

All are invited to an optional casual meet up to continue practicing our skills at Elizabeth Park after the workshop. 
In this portion, you will need to bring your own materials.  **Weather permitting.**

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Registration fee: $15
Starts: Sunday, April 21st, 2024 — 12:00pm
Ends: Sunday, May 12th, 2024 — 1:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Class 1 - How to draw birds in simple way and make their personality seen.

Class 2 - How to paint birds with different painting techniques: watercolor, pastel, and acrylic.

Class 3 - How to draw flowers in simple way and make them look alive.

Class 4 - How to paint flowers with different painting technique: watercolor, pastel, and acrylic.

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Registration fee: $175
Starts: Sunday, April 21st, 2024 — 2:00pm
Ends: 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Join us for a fun and interesting conversation with Scott Stevenson, Brand Ambassador/Sales Rep for DANIEL SMITH Manufacturing.

Do you have questions about DANIEL SMITH or with watercolor paint in general? Have questions about Quinacridone pigments? Wonder where the color Serpentine comes from? How does the color Moonglow get its name. How does DANIEL SMITH test pigments for lightfastness? What’s granulation? This is a great opportunity to ask questions in a conversational and relaxed atmosphere.

The presentation will start off with the history of DANIEL SMITH Manufacturing and the many aspects of developing DANIEL SMITH products. You will see firsthand lab paint outs, see and touch the minerals used to manufacture the colors in the PrimaTek line and more. We’ll also dive into our exciting NEW Daniel Smith Extra-Fine Gouache. The finale...the exciting opportunity to sample a selection of our colors and put paint to paper!!!

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Registration fee: $10
Starts: Sunday, April 28th, 2024 — 2:00pm
Ends: Saturday, May 11th, 2024 — 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

3 Classes: Sunday April 28th, Sunday May 5th, & Saturday, May 11th

Embark on a creative journey with our three-week Pet Portrait Painting Workshop, where you will learn the art of capturing the essence and personality of your beloved furry friends on canvas. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this class is designed to inspire and guide you through the process of creating a stunning acrylic pet portrait.

    What you will learn through this course is:
  • Learn tips and tricks of sketching your pet onto canvas
  • Understanding the unique qualities of acrylic paints and selecting the right canvas size and brushes
  • Learn layering techniques to build dimension and paint your pet’s features
  • Discuss ways to infuse your personal style to the artwork by exploring various techniques

Please come prepared to class with the art supplies listed in the materials list.

Registration fee: $165
Starts: Saturday, May 4th, 2024 — 1:30pm
Ends: 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Enjoy a fun time out with friends and family with this step-by-step, guided tranquil sunrise painting instructed by Amanda Mendoza Art! No art experience required! Beginners are welcome and encouraged to come, and this class is open to all ages! All materials will be provided!

Registration fee will include: 2.5 hour painting instruction by Amanda Mendoza Art, A 11x14 canvas, paint, brushes, paper towels, cups of water for painting, A beautiful painting to bring home with you!

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No refunds unless canceled at least 72 hours prior to the event

Registration fee: $60
Starts: Saturday, May 18th, 2024 — 1:30pm
Ends: 4:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

Enjoy a fun time out with friends and family with this step-by-step, guided cherry blossom painting instructed by Amanda Mendoza Art! No art experience required! Beginners are welcome and encouraged to come, and this class is open to all ages! All materials will be provided!

Registration fee will include: 2.5 hour painting instruction by Amanda Mendoza Art, A 11x14 canvas, paint, brushes, paper towels, cups of water for painting, A beautiful painting to bring home with you!

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No refunds unless canceled at least 72 hours prior to the event

Registration fee: $60
Starts: Saturday, June 8th, 2024 — 1:00pm
Ends: 3:00pm
Where: Jerrys Artarama of CT 1109 New Britain Ave, West Hartford CT

This class is designed for adult artists who are looking to get outside and create a work of art from life. Christy will show you her process and offer guidance while working on-site from observation. We will work on designing a composition, breaking down complex subjects into one simple statement, and practicing with watercolor. She will offer guidance as you choose to follow her demonstration or work from a different view. All abilities are welcome! The goal of this workshop is to make time to get outside, paint, and improve your skills. Please bring your favorite supplies to paint and sketch with. If you don't have these items, we encourage you to stop in the store and we can help you find the proper supplies

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Registration fee: $45
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