"Summer Hours: May - Sept Thurs - Sat: 10 - 4:00
The Cottage Art Gallery, 106 Pocono Tr. E. Nokomis FL
ART CLASSES: - Sept 23rd - November 11th.
Come meet new friends, discover your creativity and just plain have fun!
NEW JUDY GILMER CLASSES! See below.
We currently offer: Adult Beginner Watercolor Painting Classes - Basic Cartooning - 3D Watercolor - Wet-on-Wet Watercolor Florals - Acrylic Abstract
FA-LA-LA
Monday - Sept 23rd - 9:30 - 2:30 - $65.00
- This is a fun new Christmas Card design for you to try.
- I will show you step by step how to create these Christmas tree decorations that are caroling up a storm!
- We will learn to flesh out their basic shapes so they look alive and full of personality, then paint them however you choose.
- Sign up early to secure your spot
Seats Available - 6 - 1 Spot left
3 BIRDS ON A BRANCH
Sunday - Sept 30th - 10:00 - 1:30 - $55.00
- This is a nice change of pace - creating with pencil and then ink - then water coloring these vibrant happy birds.
- I took the idea from a pillow I had on one of my lanai chairs and then pretty much changed the whole thing.
- I will show you how to build these birds step by step from basic shapes - just as I do in the character cartoon classes. So no worries!
- We will add a bit of fun extra detail with some whimsy curlies and sponging.
- Sign up early to secure your spot
Seats Available - 6 - FULL
Autumn Gourds
Monday - Oct 7th - 9:30 - 1:30 - $75.00
- This is a nice change of pace - I used to create some lovely fall table centerpiece displays using real miniature gourds, french ribbon, pearls and other bits and pieces.
- I will supply all materials. 3 gourds per person, the french ribbons, pearls and dried items and show you how to create a gorgeous centerpiece for your sideboard, dining room table or anywhere you have a spot that needs a bit of elegant festiveness.
- Learn step by step for the first one and then have at it on the remaining two.
- Sign up early to secure your spot
Seats Available - 7 - 2 spots left -
Beginning Water Color Class
Monday - Oct 14th - 10:00 - 12:30 - $45.00
- No talent? Not true!
- Let me show you step by step how to create a fun, bright, loose and totally unique watercolor impressionistic floral.
- You will learn a few simple techniques that will put you in the driver's seat.
- I will guide you from beginning to end and provide you with a mat to show off your finished piece, ready for framing!
Seats Available - 6 - FULL
Fearless Abstract Painting with Judy Gilmer
Monday Oct 21 - 10:00 - 4:00PM - $60.00
- New and Seasoned painters welcome!
- Learn how to conquer the white surface!
- I will teach you some basic techniques to help you jump in and make great art while having fun.
- For those who have some experience with painting abstract and using acrylics, this is a great "brush up" class to freshen up and hone those skills.
- Meet other artists, make some new friends, relax in this creative class and take home a finished painting.
- This is a rather long class so if you want, pack a light - or you can order from one of the 2 restaurants behind the Cottage.
- Please contact Judy Gilmer for a short supply list.
Seats available - 6 - 2 Spots left
**** NOTE****
IMAGE SHOWN IS EXAMPLE ONLY
FALL BOUNTY
Monday - Oct 28th - 10:00 - 12:30 - $55.00
- In this class we will use some of the same techniques as learned in my beginning watercolor class -
- I will guide you step by step first with light pencil sketching, then frisket - then paint using a couple of different techniques.
*** The image shown is an example only and what we do in class will be a variation of this.***
Seats Available - 6 - FULL
HOLIDAY WHEAT SHEATH CENTERPIECE
Monday - November 4th - 10:30 - 1:00 - $75.00
- Come create a lovely centerpiece for your holiday table.
- Using two or more wheat sheaths, we will create a centerpiece using French ribbons, pearls, glitter and bling.
- I will supply all materials, the french ribbons, pearls and dried items and show you how to create a gorgeous centerpiece for your dining room table or entryway that looks beautiful flagged on either side by candles.
- I will post a photo as soon as the shops get their autumn wheat in stock, to give you an idea of the finished product.
- Sign up early to secure your spot
Seats Available - 7 - 3 spots left
Christmas Star
Monday - November 11th - 9:30 - 2:00 - $65.00
- Come create a fun character star to send as Christmas cards to friends and family. This is one of the most popular characters and simple enough that you don't need drawing experience to enjoy great results!
- I will show you, step by step how to create this happy guy from simple shapes, "fleshing" him out and then dressing him/her however you choose.
- This is a longer than usual class so bring a snack and I will supply the bottled water and carbs for creativity!
- Sign up early to secure your spot
Seats Available - 7 - 5 spots left