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We are the Arts Alliance of Stratford, a group of artists making art in CT. Come and join us, make art, talk art and be inspired.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Figure Drawing Via Zoom Featuring BiancaLink visible for attendees$13.00
Hello artists!
Join us for figure drawing sessions on Zoom. Draw from a live model.
Sessions start with the model holding short, athletic poses for 1 or 2 minutes to help everyone warm up. We will then progress to a few poses lasting 5 and 10 minutes. The rest of the session will consist of 20-minute poses.
Our model will be Bianca.
18 years of age or older. No instruction is provided.
We offer discounts to members of the Arts Alliance of Stratford. If you are a member or would like to become one, you can register here instead.
Be sure to review our terms & conditions and refund policy: https://artsallianceofstratford.org/terms-conditions-for-figure-drawing-via-zoom-sessions
If you are new to Zoom, please visit their website to create a free account: https://zoom.us.
Ink and watercolor drawing by Horacio Petre.
- Learn to Draw on your iPadSterling House Community Center, Stratford, CT$170.00
This class will take place over five consecutive Wednesdays.
Learn the basics of the Procreate painting app, including:
- Make a manga cartoon character
- Drawing and coloring a simple object to practice color and shading
- Create a simple landscape painting
- Portrait drawing and painting
- Create a fantasy character from a reference photo
Homework assignments may be assigned to students to help them use and remember what they learned.
Ages 13+ (if under 18, a parent or guardian must register)
Skill level: absolute beginner
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Syllabus
Lesson 1- Get to know Procreate
- Creating a new document
- The brush selector and brush settings
- The color picker
- Layers (a way to organize the parts of your artwork)
The instructor will demonstrate an in-class paint-along for a simple cartoon character by choosing a brush, choosing a color, and drawing basic shapes for the head and body. The rough sketch, final ink drawing, and colors will be put on separate layers.
If the students finish this assignment early, they can create more characters using techniques they learned.
Lesson 2
- Drawing and coloring
- Students will learn the basics of drawing lines and adding color.
- In-class assignment: draw and color an apple
Lesson 3
- Using layers to create a landscape
- Students will learn how to create a simple landscape using smooth and textured brushes on multiple layers.
Lesson 4
- Portrait painting from reference photos
- Students will learn to draw and color a simple portrait in Manga style.
Lesson 5
- A fantasy painting from a reference photo (draw and color a forest nymph).
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Materials (students are responsible for their own materials)- A small drawing pad, a graphite pencil, and an eraser to sketch out ideas.
- An Apple iPad
- An Apple Pencil (1st or 2nd generation)*
Please note: the Apple Pencil only works with selected models of the iPad tablet. Visit Apple's website to check compatibility.
– – The newest model is $79.00 on Apple’s website. You may find better deals on Amazon or eBay. - The Procreate app ($12.99 at the Apple Store)
– This app will only work on Apple iPads. - Optional: a palm-rejection glove to prevent unintentional marks made by your palm on the screen.
- All reference photos used in this class will be emailed to you after registration.
* Several non-Apple styluses can be used with an iPad. While they may cost less, many lack the functionality of the Apple Pencil, specifically pressure sensitivity. This feature allows you to draw thick and thin lines based on how much pressure the tip applies to the screen.
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About the instructor
Jedidiah Walker has been drawing since he was 5 years old. He has been creating art with Procreate for 5 years. He is the owner and founder of JUTZU Creations where he takes commissions for caricatures, portraits, and comic book-themed drawings.
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By registering for this class you agree to our Terms & Conditions in their entirety. - Edgar Allan Poe: A Tell-Tale SoiréeSterling House Community Center, Stratford, CT$50.00
Arts Alliance of Stratford & Grymm Studios presents: Edgar Allan Poe: A Tell-Tale Suarée.
Step into the shadows for a night of mystery, madness, and macabre delights!
Meet intriguing characters, explore our curated collection of curious art, and experience live performances inspired by the legendary Edgar Allan Poe!
- Immersive and interactive storytelling
- Live music by Brown Paper Sax!
- Victorian tarot readings by Vicky Galo!
- Deadly plant lore with Madame Datura!
- Help a hopeless romantic write the perfect gothic love poem
- A Gallery of haunting Poe-inspired art
- A one-of-a-kind performance by Poe himself, performed by the world-renowned Campbell Harmon!
Wit, weirdness, and just the right amount of wicked fun—if you love spooky stories, curious characters, and darkly delightful surprises, this is your kind of night!
For information on participating in the Edgar Allan Poe Art Exhibit, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/cfa-spectre-raven
This is the world of Poe as you’ve never-more experienced!
Costumes encouraged, curiosity required!
Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours before they disappear in a heartbeat!
