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The Center offers a multitude of art classes and seminars for all ages and learning levels. Both short and long term classes in varied forms of art and crafts will be offered throughout the year. You can obtain more information by contacting Jenni Kirby at 804-278-8950 or email: jkirby@crossroadsartcenter.com. You may also use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

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Classes are in order by day they are taught.
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Monday

Watercolors with Greg Youngs
Mondays 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Start Date: April 6th – May 11th
8 week sessions at $190, Min. 5 Students
Class in CR Studio
Beginning watercolor is for those with some drawing experience who would like to add color dimension to their work. Instructions will include color mixing, principles of design, watercolor techniques and special effects. Still life setups will be provided or bring your own subject matter to paint. Each class will begin with a discussion of various aspects of watercolor followed by an exercise and open studio. -- A materials list will be provided.

"TILE ONE ON" MOSAICS
Instructor: Jennifer Kirby, Email: jennikirby@crossroadsartcenter.com
Class in Gallery 1
Monday, July 6, 13 ,20 6pm – 9pm Canceled
Monday, Aug. 10, 17, 24 6pm – 9pm
Choose between two classes – 3DAY BASIC OR 2-DAY STEPPING STONE
Both classes will be taught each night.
3 DAY-BASIC MOSAIC ART CLASS
Learn basic tile setting and grouting techniques. Become familiar with different types of tile, glazes, adhesives, grouts and additives. You will leave with your very own finished Mosaic. No art or mosaic experience necessary. All materials will be supplied. Enrollment is limited to ensure a more personalized class.
Tuition is $105 when working on a FLOWER POT
$120 when working on a TRAY
PLEASE TELL JENNI IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO WORK ON A FLOWER POT OR TRAY WHEN SIGNING UP FOR CLASS.
2 Day - STEPPING STONE CLASS
Create your very own stepping stone from pouring the mortar to adding the colorful decorations. All materials provided. Tuition is $45.
OR Open Studio
If you have taken the 3 day Basic Mosaic class before, please join us for an open studio class. Work on your project with assistance and have materials at arms length. Classes are $15 each day. Call to save a place at the table!! Open studios will be held when classes are scheduled or call for a more convenient time.

Open Art Studio
Open painting/mosaics sessions without models. Held in CR Classroom
8 sessions – Each session is 3hrs.
Series Price: $30, Individual sessions: $5
You receive two free sessions when you register for the series!
Mon. 3/2 – 4/20     6:00pm-9:00pm
Mon., 4/6-6/1     1:30pm - 4:30 p.m. (Closed Memorial day)
Mon. 4/27 – 6/22      6:00pm-9:00pm (Closed Memorial day)
Work on your own projects, at your own pace in our space. Input from other working artists. This is an inexpensive way to belong to the art scene at Crossroads Art Center. It's all about networking and being inspired by others of like mind. Be creative - be around other creative people. Tables, chairs and easels provided. Please note that this class is limited to 10 students & students are accepted into the class on a first come first serve basis. If you apply and the class is full, you will be put on a waiting list for when there is an opening.

For a printable flyer click on Printable Flyer & Application (PDF file opens to a new window).

Acrylics & Oils with Clinton Helms
Monday, 10:0am -1pm Monday, July 13th - August 17th.
6 week sessions $140 Instructor: Clinton Helms
Class in Gallery 2
Subjects for this class will range from still life set-ups, to painting from photos of people in your life, or places that you have visited. To view my works please visit my website: www.chelmsstudio.com I look forward to working with each of you, and hope that you will enjoy learning and painting with me. A supply list will be provided. Clinton Helms Studio

Tuesday

Open Art Studio
Open painting/mosaics sessions without models. Held in CR Classroom
8 sessions – Each session is 3hrs.
Series Price: $30, Individual sessions: $5

You receive two free sessions when you register for the series! Tues., 4/7-5/26     10:00am – 1:00p.m.
Work on your own projects, at your own pace in our space. Input from other working artists. This is an inexpensive way to belong to the art scene at Crossroads Art Center. It's all about networking and being inspired by others of like mind. Be creative - be around other creative people. Tables, chairs and easels provided. Please note that this class is limited to 10 students & students are accepted into the class on a first come first serve basis. If you apply and the class is full, you will be put on a waiting list for when there is an opening.

Introduction to Drawing
Instructor: Michele Taylor 6 sessions, Start Date:
Class Starts - May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9
Tuesday, 10am -1pm
Cost $140 Session Min. of 5 students
Class in Gallery 1
Learn to develop basic drawing skills through observation and traditional drawing techniques. We will have fun creating gesture, contour, still-life and self-portrait drawings. We will conclude the class with group discussion and critiques.

Wednesday

Introduction to Drawing
Instructor: Michele Taylor 6 sessions, Start Date:
Class starts - March 17, 24, 31, Apr. 14, 21, 28
Class Starts - May 5, 12, 19, 26 June 2, 9
Tuesday, 10am -1pm
Cost $140 Session Min. of 5 students
Class in Gallery 1
Learn to develop basic drawing skills through observation and traditional drawing techniques. We will have fun creating gesture, contour, still-life and self-portrait drawings. We will conclude the class with group discussion and critiques.

Open Art Studio
Open painting/mosaics sessions without models. Held in CR Classroom
8 sessions – Each session is 3hrs.
Series Price: $30, Individual sessions: $5
You receive two free sessions when you register for the series!
Wed., 4/1- 5/20     1:30pm – 4:30 p.m.
Work on your own projects, at your own pace in our space. Input from other working artists. This is an inexpensive way to belong to the art scene at Crossroads Art Center. It's all about networking and being inspired by others of like mind. Be creative - be around other creative people. Tables, chairs and easels provided. Please note that this class is limited to 10 students & students are accepted into the class on a first come first serve basis. If you apply and the class is full, you will be put on a waiting list for when there is an opening.

Basic Drawing with Brian Dailey
6- week class , Wednesday, April 1st– May 6th 25th’ 6pm – 8:30pm $145
Learn to develop basic drawing skills through observation and traditional drawing techniques. We will have fun creating gesture, contour, and still-life drawings. We will conclude the class with group discussion and critiques.

Thursday

Let's Make Art with Michele Taylor
Learn how to create art with your little ones. We will explore drawing, painting, sculpture, collage and printing in this hands on class. Bring your smocks and get ready for fun!
2-5 year olds and caregivers
Instructor, Michele Taylor
Thursdays 10-11 am or 11:15- 12:15
March 19, 26, April 2, 16, 23 and the 30th
Or
May 7, 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11
Materials: crayons, tempera paint (red, yellow and blue), 3lg. paint brushes, blunt tip scissors, 1 large white drawing pad, 1 pad of colored construction paper, bottle of glue, and a pen for note taking. Please make sure all supplies are labeled non-toxic.

Open Art Studio
Open painting/mosaics sessions without models. Held in CR Classroom
8 sessions – Each session is 3hrs.
Series Price: $30, Individual sessions: $5
You receive two free sessions when you register for the series!
Thurs., 4/2- 5/21     1:30pm – 4:30 p.m.
Work on your own projects, at your own pace in our space. Input from other working artists. This is an inexpensive way to belong to the art scene at Crossroads Art Center. It's all about networking and being inspired by others of like mind. Be creative - be around other creative people. Tables, chairs and easels provided. Please note that this class is limited to 10 students & students are accepted into the class on a first come first serve basis. If you apply and the class is full, you will be put on a waiting list for when there is an opening.

Oil Painting with Brian Dailey
6- week class Thursday, April 2ndh – May 7th’ 6pm – 8:30pm $145
LEARN THE ART OF OIL PAINTING. CLASS WILL INCLUDE INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS, HOW TO LAYOUT A PAINTING, PAINTING ROUGH-IN, and STEPS TO MIX & APPLY COLOR FOR A FINISHED OIL PAINTING.

Techniques in Paper-Cutting and Collage with Gene Toutsi
Thursday Start Date: TBA – Please call so we know you are interested.
2:00pm – 4:00pm or 5:00pm – 7:00pm
6 week sessions $105, Minimum for class 5 students, Max is 8 students
A class and workshop designed for all levels and interests. Artists, teachers, and others interested in the paper arts will learn from and enjoy the experience. History and traditions in paper-cutting and collage will be explored as well as techniques and the use of materials. Students will create their own artistic compositions, thus will need to purchase basic materials (scissors, glue, exacto knives, paper, etc.) A supply list will be provided.

Friday

Open Art Studio
Open painting/mosaics sessions without models. Held in CR Classroom
8 sessions – Each session is 3hrs.
Series Price: $30, Individual sessions: $5
You receive two free sessions when you register for the series!
Work on your own projects, at your own pace in our space. Input from other working artists. This is an inexpensive way to belong to the art scene at Crossroads Art Center. It's all about networking and being inspired by others of like mind. Be creative - be around other creative people. Tables, chairs and easels provided. Please note that this class is limited to 10 students & students are accepted into the class on a first come first serve basis. If you apply and the class is full, you will be put on a waiting list for when there is an opening.

Fri., 4/3- 5/22     10:00am – 1:00pm
Fri., 4/3- 5/22     1:30pm – 4:30pm

Acrylics & Oils with Clinton Helms
Friday, 1:30pm -4pm March 27th – May 1st
6 week sessions $140 Instructor: Clinton Helms
Class in Gallery 2
Subjects for this class will range from still life set-ups, to painting from photos of people in your life, or places that you have visited. To view my works please visit my website: www.chelmsstudio.com I look forward to working with each of you, and hope that you will enjoy learning and painting with me. A supply list will be provided.
Clinton Helms Studio.

Saturday Workshops

Summer Art “Camp Creative”, Instructor: Michelle Hoffmann
For Students Ages 5 – 12, All materials are included in cost of class.
Ms. Hoffmann is an art teacher and has over 25 years teaching experience with a master’s degree in art education. Come and let’s have fun and create.
Camp Creative is a variety of art classes to suit your child’s special interest and talent. Class times are listed with each class. Two classes with a 15 minute snack break in between. (Must bring own snack and water each day.) Classes will be Monday through Friday. 9am to 12 noon.
After classes are started fees are non refundable. (Unless class does not make.) Must have 5 students for class to make. No class larger than 12. Sign up early.

June 15th-20th
Time 9am to 10:30, Ages 8-12
Cartooning: Learning the basic techniques for comic strips and comic books. This including creating a story and characters for the cartoons.
Time 10:45 to 12 noon, Ages 8-12
Drawing with Color: This class will explore different was to use a variety of materials to draw. Using color tissue paper, colored yarn and more. Having fun with color.
Cartooning and Drawing with Color - 9am - 12noon, Cost - $100

July 13th - 16th
Time 9:00am to 10:30 , Ages 7-10
Drawing Animals: Learn the basic steps on how to draw animals with pencils, markers, and with wire (3-D). Great fun with your favorite animals.
Time 10:45 to 12 noon Ages 7-10
Wearable art: Create art you can wear from a piece of jewelry to sunglasses. Explore materials in art that you can create to wear.
Drawing Animals and Wearable Art - 9am - 12noon
Cost - $100

July 20th-24th
Time 9:00am to 10:30, Ages 5-7
Painting without Brushes: exploring different types of paint and creative ways to make a painting without using a brush. All fun and safe.
Time 10:45 to 12 noon. Age 5-7
Wearable Art: Making necklaces to visors using different types of materials that we paint or glue. All fun too. Painting without Brushes and Wearable Art - 9am - 12noon Cost - $100

To register for classes contact : Michelle Hoffmann at tjbmfh@comcast.net Or Phone: 755-7611

All Fees are due by May 31st 2009 for one or all classes. NO refunds after classes have begun.

The Art of Summer
Workshops for Kids 2009

Surf and sand mean big time summer fun, and these classes are "shore" to be a hit!
We will create art using the beach as our main inspiration.
Tis the season for fun in the sun!
July 11: Plaster casts to capture our sandy footprings
July 18: Painting and printing from a real fish
July 25: Beach planes using different types of pasta
August 1: Yummy edible beach
Ages: 5-10 year olds
Cost: $60 for all 4 workshops
(Checks payable to Jennifer Didlake and due by July 3, 2009)
Day/Time: Saturdays, 10:30-11:30AM
Place: Crossroads Art Center
2016 Staples Mill Road
Richmond, VA 23230
(804)278-8950
Contact: Jennifer Didlake at (804)741-8029

Fall Artists Workshops by Barb Upchurh of Blueberry Marketing
Class #1
The Nuts and Bolts of Art Licensing, Tuesday, September 15th 6 - 8:00 pm, Fee: $45 or both classes for $80

If you are interested in art licensing, this class is for you. Everything you need to know to determine if licensing is for you and to get started.

Class #2
Selling to the Wholesale Trade Tuesday, October 13th 6 - 8:00 pm Fee: $45 or both classes for $80

Is it your dream to sell your work nationwide to gift shops, galleries, and boutiques? Are you wondering what is needed to begin selling to the trade? This course will answer those questions and teach you how to get started.

To register for either class or both, go to www.blueberrymarketing.com

SUMMER ART WORKSHOPS
BY
CHRISTAPHORA ROBEERS

Christaphora Robeers, a well known international and local artist and instructor, began her painting career in her native Holland at age six. After emigrating to America at age 10, Chris used painting as a form of communication as she learned English. She paints in all mediums and also works in ceramic, stone, wax and wood. Her paintings, classified as “Lyrical Expressionism” by the European Fine Arts Fair in Amsterdam, are in numerous corporate collections and have been shown across America and Europe in many one-person shows. Her training includes print making with the masters in Holland, visual mathematics and art history at Harvard, and she has been an “Artist in Residence” with the Virginia Commission for the Arts. She teaches watercolor and studio classes at Crossroads Art Center and has conducted many workshops both in the U.S. and abroad. Currently her work can be viewed at Montpelier Cultural Arts Center in the Norway show, “North 610 10’ 00” from March 8 through April 20 and a one-person still-life exhibit at Art Works in Richmond from March 27 through April 19, 2009. Christaphora also shows some of her work locally at Crossroads Art Center. To view images of her work and for additional information about her art, please “google” Christaphora Robeers.

You can download a printable registration and information flyer: Registration and Information Summer Workshops

EVALUATION & CRITIQUE SESSION
Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Time: 10:00 – 1:00 PM
Mediums: All
Cost: $65
Class Size: Minimum 6 students, Maximum 12 students
Location: Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Road, Richmond

PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO REMAIN FOR THE ENTIRE SESSION.

Want to find out if your paintings are all they can be? Come join Christaphora for a fun and constructive 3 hours of critique on your and your fellow artist’s paintings. Each artist may bring up to 5 works of art – finished or works in progress. Paintings will be evaluated on technical merits, artistic voice, and emotional quality expressed in the painting. Strengths of each work will be addressed, and constructive help will be offered for problem areas.

LEARNING FROM THE MODERN MASTERS
Date: Tuesday and Wednesday, July 28-29, 2009
Time: 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Mediums: All
Cost: $180
Class Size: Minimum 5 students, Maximum 15 students
Location: Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Road, Richmond

The focus of this workshop is on the “Modern Masters”, whose identity will be revealed in class. Participants will study the esthetics and process of at least four contemporary artists and work on a series of exercises that will focus on the construction process these artists used to create their works. Then you get the chance to create your own original works of art in the style of these artists. No copying allowed, but you will incorporate the artist’s attributes that speak to you. Participants will work from their own resources—photos and drawings. No copyrighted works will be permitted.

DESIGN -- AN APPROACH TO STRUCTURING WELL COMPOSED PAINTINGS
Date: Thursday and Friday, August 27-28, 2009
Time: 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Medium: All
Cost: $180
Class Size: Minimum 5 students, Maximum 15 students
Location: Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Road, Richmond

This workshop will focus on constructing works of art from a design approach. Each artist, using their own photos, drawings, and visual subject matter will explore different compositions and formats. Exercises in special relationships will be worked out through a series of activities before the painting process begins. Participants then will develop a series of paintings using their own resource materials, such as photos and drawings, to create a number of differently formatted paintings. No copyrighted works will be permitted.

Real Small Art League presents
A Make and Take Workshop for All Artists Saturday, June 20, 2009
2pm - 4pm
Cost: $25, Materials Included.
Email realsmallart@gmail.com to register. Include your name, email address and phone number.
In this hands on workshop you will learn how to:

Create and Post Real Small Art - Join the Real Small Art League - Use Real Small Art to Promote Your Artwork - Connect With Free Online Tools for Marketing & Networking - Create Random Acts of Artistic Kindness - Fit (More) Art (Back) Into Your Busy Schedule.

"I started painting small because I only had 4 square inches of quiet left in any day. Making Real Small Art helped me fit art back into my life - posting it allowed me to share it with the world on my own terms. The community's response sparked the formation of The Real Small Art League; a group of artists who believe a little work of art go a long way." Tiffany Glass Ferreira, Founder of Richmond's Real Small Art League.

The Real Small Art League: www.realsmallart.com

About Tiffany Glass Ferreira: www.iknowtiffany.com

Crossroads Art Center Classes

The Center offers a multitude of art classes and seminars for all ages and learning levels. Both short and long term classes in varied forms of art and crafts will be offered throughout the year. You can obtain more information by contacting Jenni Kirby at 804-278-8950 or email: jkirby@crossroadsartcenter.com. You may also use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

Class guidelines and cancellations policies

Registration Guidelines

• Classes without sufficient enrollment five to seven days prior to the first class will be canceled.
  
• Late registrations are welcome with space available and instructor's permission.
  
• Full payment must accompany registration.
  
• Class fees will not be pro-rated for any reason.
  
• Payment may be made by cash, check, or charge card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express).
  
• Unless otherwise noted, classes are open to ages 16 and above.

Cancellations and Refunds

• The Crossroads Art Center reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. Fees are 100 percent refundable if the class is canceled by the Crossroads Art Center.
  
• Fifty percent of class fees are refunded if withdrawal notice is received seven days or more prior to the first class.
  
• No refunds will be made if withdrawal notice is received less than seven days prior to the first class meeting.
  
• The Crossroads Art Center does not issue credit vouchers for class withdrawals.

The Crossroads Art Center may on occasion need to substitute an instructor for a course. This is done with the recommendation of the scheduled instructor and does not diminish the quality of instruction

Looking for Teachers to Expand our Class Offerings –
Crossroads Art Center Classes

The Center offers a multitude of art classes and seminars for all ages and learning levels. Both short and long term classes in varied forms of art and crafts will be offered throughout the year. You can obtain more information by contacting Jenni Kirby at 804-278-8950 or email: jkirby@crossroadsartcenter.com. You may also use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

Art classes have been held at the Crossroads Art Center since it opened almost 5 years ago. Most of the art programs and classes have been run by the art teacher for each class and not by Crossroads. Crossroads has always helped the teacher fill the classes by placing class information on the website, by handing out flyers for the class and by creating and sending out emails to our mailing lists.

The scoop --
We will have space for 40 classes (2.5 hours each) a week.
We would like to schedule classes in 6 or 10 week sessions.
We will pay the teachers $25 an hour.
We will need a minimum of 6 people per class for the class to make.
We will have a maximum of 10 students in Gallery 1 and a maximum of 12 students in Gallery 2 unless the teacher has other requirements.
Class Times would run:
Mon. – Thurs. 10am – 12:30, 1pm – 3:30pm, 4pm – 6pm, 6:30pm – 9pm
Fri.& Sat. 10am – 12:30pm, 1pm – 3:30pm
Sunday – 1pm – 3:30pm, 4pm – 6pm
We will also look at teaching weekend workshops – tell us what you are thinking.
If you have more ideas let us know ---

Contact us for teaching the following media –
Beginning Drawing
Intermediate/Advanced Drawing
Introduction to Watercolor
Introduction to Acrylics and Oils
Introduction to Pastels
Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor
Intermediate/Advanced Acrylics and Oils
Intermediate/Advanced Pastels
All Media Painting & Drawing – All Levels
Photography
Faux Finishing
Fiber Art
Knitting
Rug Hooking
Silk Scarf Painting
Jewelry – Wire Crochet with Glass Beads, Precious Metal Clay, Rope
Faux Finishing
Writing – Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry
Dance – Yoga, Salsa, Belly Dancing, Swing, Ballroom
Self-Defense Classes
Creating classes for Home Schooled Kids
Creating Classes for Pre-School – K (Age 2 –4) – 45 minute classes

We will need a resume, an artist statement and a list of classes you have taught and where those classes were taught. Please feel free to pass this on to anyone you may think who would like to teach or take classes.

If you wish to rent a classroom for a workshop or other purpose the information is at this link: Classroom Rental Information and Rates

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