Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

This class is a short three-week class.  All levels of ability are welcome! Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. 

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  

Please stop by the office to pay for class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at AdultEd@sanford.org

Investigate contour, depth, composition, and perspective obtained from observing natural and still-life objects while working primarily with charcoal. Additionally, we will discuss the significance of different drawing materials and papers. Whether you are enrolling for the first time or retaking the course, you will certainly learn something new. No class 11/11. 

Bring the following materials to class: (approx. $20-$30)

• A drawing pad
• A charcoal pencil
• Soft or extra soft vine charcoal
• Strathmore charcoal paper
• Gum or kneaded rubber eraser
• A basic pencil (HB or #2)
• An easel (optional) 

Russel Whitten, a local artist and teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students adore his laid-back, encouraging demeanor.

Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

This class is a short three-week class.  All levels of ability are welcome! Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. 

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  

Please stop by the office to pay for class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at AdultEd@sanford.org

This class, offered via Zoom, is for those who want to draw and/or improve their drawing skill. Increase your drawing observation, confidence, and control. In this class, a study of various drawing and shading techniques will be explored. The techniques then will be applied to basic shapes and forms, followed by a completed still life drawing utilizing techniques covered during class. A short supply list is available when you register.

Learn new concepts and expand on your existing skills in color theory, blending and application. With step-by-step instructions, learn how to recreate still-life themes and comprehend the utilization of positive and negative space. Work on slightly more difficult still-life and landscape subjects while learning how to create the illusion of distance and composition.

Prerequisite: Watercolor Basics.

Bring 1 small tube each: cadmium yellow (light), cobalt blue, alizarin crimson, 1 paint palette (Russel says folding ones are ideal!), 1 round #10 watercolor brush; 1 inch wide flat brush, 1 drawing pencil #2H, 1 eraser, 1 lightweight board or piece of cardboard; and two sheets of Arches watercolor paper, 140 lb. cold press (approx. $80).

Note: Please purchase Arches, as the quality of watercolor paper is essential for handling the techniques you will be taught in class. Please bring any colors you already have. 

Russel Whitten, a local artist and teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students adore his laid-back, encouraging teaching style.

Create a single block relief print by developing and carving an image into a linoleum block. Then ink the block and make a small edition of prints. All materials provided.

Gayle Fitzpatrick has taught in public and private schools, colleges and adult and community programs for 30+ years. She is a practicing artist, producing and showing paper, print, and painted pieces.

Did you know that the majority of crayons are derived from petroleum byproducts? Or that paint particles account for 58% of the microplastics found in the ocean? We know that selecting art products that are safe and environmentally-responsible can be difficult! Join us to discuss the various kinds of art supplies, safe ways to use up your current supply, and alternatives for future replacement. Though our main focus will be lecture and discussion, we will also experiment with some of the more eco-friendly materials currently available. All materials provided.

Sara Ottomano has more than 10 years of experience teaching art classes. She enjoys encouraging others to play with materials, explore sustainable artmaking practices, and create stories together.