Mondays, Oct. 28 - Dec. 16 (8 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Dr., Hershey, PA 17033

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions!

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

Please note the new day/location for Paul’s class.

MONDAYS, Sept. 9 - Oct. 14 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

NEW LOCATION: Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

Thursday, Sept 5 -Oct. 31, 2024 (8 weeks)

NO CLASS ON SEPT. 26TH

11:00am -2:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

The focus of this class will be on watercolor painting, however the use of acrylic, gouache or even oils are welcome!  We will go over how to get started, the different ways to use watercolor and other water media paints, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor . Students will be encouraged to mix these media when appropriate.

People of all experience levels are welcome. For the beginners, there will be demonstrations of basic painting techniques and for the more experienced there will be time to practice your present skills and to be inspired to try alternative techniques with the aim of expanding your creativity.

During the class session we will go over color theory and color mixing, how to apply the paint to paper or canvas and the aerial and linear perspective (as needed) .  There will also be discussions on composition, what types and shapes of brushes work best, and types of paper or other grounds for your painting projects.

Each student is encouraged to bring photos of what you would like to paint…either on paper or ipad or phone.  This class is all about getting the most out of your paints and increasing your skills! And again, if you desire to work with acrylic or oil in the traditional way (on canvas) you are welcome.  

This class is for you!  So come with your questions, art dilemmas and ideas and we can work it out.

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have:

717-903-6748

About Marie Gamon: Marie has been teaching art and doing art for many, many years---She has experience with oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, collage and ceramics.  Marie received her BS in Art Education at Penn State.  She has taught people of all ages from toddlers through seniors, the incredibly gifted and those with learning challenges. She enjoys seeing her students grow and get great enjoyment out of doing art.

She enjoys painting and working color.  Color is her favorite!! She has exhibited her art in venues throughout central Pennsylvania and in Philadelphia as well as western PA.  She often has art hanging in the Hershey Library with other artists from Hershey Area Art Association.  She enjoys painting in plein air, landscapes, seascapes, still life, animals and sometimes people!!  She lives with her husband of many years and two cats.

***********************************************************************SUPPLY LIST: Please note following is a list of supplies, if you want to focus on one media the whole 8 weeks you only need to buy the media you want to use.  

For Watercolor:

Watercolor Paper, 140lb or higher

Brushes, variety of sizes and shapes, taklon is a good fiber

Watercolor paints, tubes or pans.  Good brands are Cotman(student grade) Winsor Newton Artezza, Marie’s (I’ve bought Marie’s and Artezza brands on line) Grumbacher. Or bring what you have there are many good quality brands!

A palette with a lid. You can re-use watercolors when they dry out.  So you will not be throwing away your paint on the palette.

Masking tape, blue painter’s tape works well.

Masonite board to stretch you watercolor paper on for painting.

For Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them!

Acrylic paints in a variety of colors, liquitex is a good brand to use.

Matte medium for thinning your Acrylic paints when using them like watercolor.

Paper or canvas. There is paper especially for use with acrylics.It is a heavier weight.

Brushes variety of sizes and shapes.  Taklon fiber works well.

Blue painter’s tape

Gouache

A set of Gouache paints

See Watercolor list for rest of supplies.

CLASS CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF STUDENTS.

Painting Abstractly With Oil and Cold Wax

With Linda Benton McCloskey

This is a 2 day workshop

Tuesday, Aug. 20 - Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

$200 HAAA members, $215 non-members

This will be held at the Hershey History Center

(40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)

Dive into the deep end of color and wild marks, using multiple layers of oil paint mixed with cold wax. Cold wax is a versatile medium that creates rich luminosity, interesting surfaces, and speeds up drying time. It is applied with squeegees, putty, brushes, fingers, bracers and palette knives, and it feels like painting with whipped butter. Our emphasis will be on painting vibrant and colorful abstracts.  We will experiment with laying down swaths of paint, building texture, scraping away, and then doing it all again. We will work intuitively and energetically on multiple pieces, exploring texture, layers, composition and design, and the use of color. The layers dry quickly, and clean-up is done with odorless solvent. You will complete several pieces and have starts for future paintings. You can work on oil paper, canvas or panels. There will be many demonstrations and personal help included.  

Website www.LindaBentonMcCloskey.com

Email: mccloskeyart@gmail.com

Mobile: 717-623-2333

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

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MATERIALS NEEDED (most items, you probably already have)

1 pint of cold wax (Gamblin or Dorlands). 

Oil paint - Gamblin 1980 student grade (Michael’s carries this brand) is a good choice.  You should have a green, red, blue, yellow, orange and purple.  Plus 1 large tube of white and 1 large tube of black.  Any other colors you enjoy would be fine. We will be using lots of white. You can also use water-soluble oil paint. You cannot use both, one or the other.

A bowl scraper - Zole + Chloe Multi=Purpose Silicone Scraper from Amazon is a great choice c can be purchased from Amazon.  I will also have them to purchase at cost. Princeton makes one that can be found at Michael’s.

Gamblin odorless solvent - put in a spray bottle. Solvent must be odorless. 

Palette knife. I will have the ones I use available for purchase. 

Supports - All the following work with oil paint - Arches OIL paper / Multimedia Artboard / cradled wooden panels / canvas /panels made for oil. All panels and cradled panels need to be gesso’d prior to class!  If using cradled panel, also tape the sides. You will need a minimum of 4 for the 2 days. We will be working on several at a time.  Supports should be no larger than 14”. You can also use watercolor paper, BUT MUST BE GESSO’D…let dry.

Roll of paper towels

Roll of Reynolds FREEZER paper - can be found at the grocery store (this will be our palette paper)

Roll of wax paper 

Roll of plastic wrap

Masking tape

A couple of cheap or old brushes

A SOFT brayer - I will have some for sale at cost

Cheap dollar store tissue paper

Newsprint or newspapers

Paper and pen for notes

Old apron or clothes - this can get very messy

Also a tablecloth to cover the floor at your working station 

Another plastic covering for your work station

NOT NECESSARY, but nice to have. Don’t buy if you do not have. I will have a variety of these for you to use as well. 

• You are also welcome to bring - marking tools such as pencils, markers, etc

• Collage items

• Dry pigment

• Oil sticks

• Things to push into the paint for texture

• Color shaper

• Plastic Gloves

• Stamps

All items can be purchased from Dick Blick, Cheap Joes, Jerry’s Artarama  or Amazon

Watercolor Summer Fun

Learn easy shortcuts to creating beautiful watercolor paintings from reference images in this two day workshop. Learn basic watercolor techniques, including washes, mixing colors and easy ways to improve or fix your watercolor paintings. Bring what supplies you have or have All supplies included for a $10 material fee. Summer session subjects include Sunflowers, Sea Turtles and a Stone House.

This is a 2 day workshop

Wednesday, Aug. 6 - Thursday, Aug. 7, 2024

10:30am - 4pm (break for lunch)

$100 HAAA members, $115 non-members

This will be held at the Hershey History Center (40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

Drawing Fundamentals & Techniques

With Jessica Snavely

Friday, May 10, May 17, May 24

3pm - 5pm

$65.00 Member……$80.00 Non-member

Location: Hershey History Center (40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

This class will cover the fundamentals of drawing using sight techniques to create realistic and captivating pencil drawings. The importance of composition, value, edges, and shading will be discussed, demonstrated and practiced. Students will use the skills they learn to create a drawing of a subject of their choosing - either from a photograph or from still life objects.

All skill levels are welcome- as we will be covering fundamentals, beginners will receive a good foundation in skills and techniques, and have the opportunity to watch demonstrations and receive one-on-one help. More advanced students will have the opportunity to build on the skills they already have, or practice techniques new to them.

Each student should bring with them a high-resolution grayscale image of what they would like to draw, or small objects that they will be able to set up as a still life. Special lighting will be provided.

Please refer to the materials list to ensure you have what you need to get the most out of the class.

Materials List:

Drawing pencils (at least 3: 2H 2B 6B)

Kneaded eraser

Drawing paper (at least 8x10 )

Vellum/Tracing paper pad (large size)

Pencil sharpener

T-Square or Ruler

About Jessica:

Jessica has been interested in art since she was a young girl, especially drawing, and would often try to copy images of animals and people in pencil. She studied drawing and painting in college, earning her Masters of Art degree in Studio Art in 2013. She has taught a variety of art classes at the high school and college level, and currently teaches monthly at her childrens’ homeschool co-op where she gives her students opportunities to work with many different kinds of artistic media including paper, clay, paint, printmaking and drawing. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys drawing and oil painting in her small studio at home, and displaying her art in local shows and exhibits.

Plein air painting

INSTRUCTOR: PAUL GALLO

Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 (4 classes)

10:00am - 1:00pm

$75.00 Members…..$90.00 Non-member

FIRST CLASS WILL BE HELD AT:

Schiavoni Park
9060 Bridge Road
Hummelstown PA

Grab your hat and join Paul for a 4-week plein air workshop with different locations around the Hershey Area. During the first class Paul will demonstrate and explain the basics of plein air landscape painting, but still allow time for you to begin your own landscape painting.  Future class locations to be discussed at the first class. All locations will always have parking and a bathroom.

 The class will cover plein air setup, basic guidelines of plein air painting, color mixing, brush work, working with edges, thin and thick paint application, simplifying the subject, and composition.  

Students will need to supply their own materials and a portable easel. You might also want to bring a folding chair. 

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA)

mail to PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

Plein Air Landscape Oil Painting -- Materials List –

Paul Gallo 717-608-7190

FRENCH EASEL OR PORTABLE EASEL

BASIC PAINT COLORS: Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Alizarin Crimson Permanent Burnt Sennia and Titanium White. Optional: Pthalo Blue, Cadmium Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Red.

PAINT BRANDS:

Recommended Brands: Windsor Newton, Gamblin, Utrecht

Less Expensive Recommended Brands: Winton, Gamblin 1890, Utrecht Studio I don’t recommend using student grade paints.

BRING PAPER TOWELS – Viva is a good choice, but any quality paper towel.

BRUSHES:

Brushes come in three basic shapes – rounds, brights/flats and filberts. Rounds are long and tubular, like a watercolor brush. Brights and flats are flat and square, with brights being short and flats being longer. Fiberts combine the advantage of flats but creating the softer paint edge of a round. I use mostly brights, and filberts, but each type of brush gives you a unique mark.

Bring whatever brushes you have but it would be good to have these three or four brs hes a such as: Fiberts: #6 or #8, Large flat or bright; about 1” wide, Smaller flat or bright; about 1/4” wide

PALETTE:

Hand held palette, or plastic resealable. (Option; Disposal paper palettes make clean up easy.)

PALETTE KNIFE:

Metal palette knife, size about 3” in length. For color mixing, scraping paint, laying-in bold color and cleaning the palette.

SOLVENT/ AND CONTAINERS:

Turpenoid (odorless substitute for turpentine) and a container to hold Turpenoid. (Tuna can works well)

CANVAS OR ART BOARDS:

11” x 14” stretched canvas, canvas board or Masonite. Bring 1or 2 per day.

ALSO:

- Be sure to bring a pencil and paper for planning sketches and notes.

**A MUST FOR FIRST CLASS....

1- Pencil and paper

2- One canvas or canvas board — 11” x 14” is a good size 3- Paints, brushes and palette knife (see above)

4- Palette

5- Turpenoid

6. Paper towels

7. French easel or equivalent (we have a couple easels that we can provide if you do not have one)

8. Lawn chair

CLASS CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF STUDENTS

Mondays, April 15 - May 13, 2024 (4classes)

NO CLASS ON APRIL 22

6:00pm - 9:00pm

$95.00 Member……$110.00 Non-member

Location: Hershey History Center (40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)

Catch Cory before he leaves for his European Travel Scholarship.

In this oil/acrylic painting class, students will learn about painting materials and techniques as well as working through problems and creative blockage. We will practice exercises that allow us to gain skill and understanding with shape, form and color value. As a group, we will look at art books and discuss masterworks in the beginning of class to spark inspiration and conversations between the students. All levels of experience welcome! Please bring all of your questions and best effort. 

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

No specific supplies are needed, just all of your paints and a surface to paint on! 

A Message from Cory:

“At a young age, I began creating and taking as many art classes as I could. After high school, I continued my education at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts where I received my BFA. Overthe years, I have been developing my artwork into what I want to create as an artist. Large scale figure paintings are a recurring motif in my studio. Inspiration for my work comes from personal experiences, imagination and thoughts of painting while creating. Painting for me recently is about the new discovery that can be found by expressing what might be thought of as an accident. Allowing my artwork to progress in unexpected and interesting moments on the surface excites me. Currently, my work is focused on evolving paintings in unique painterly ways, making it more about the execution and overall experience of creating and observing the pieces.”

Cory has had his works exhibited at the Art Is, 95th International Juried Show, Figuratively Speaking, and The Silver Screen with the Art Association of Harrisburg, to name a few. He won Best of Show at Figuratively Speaking and 2nd Place for Oil and Acrylics at the 95th International Juried Show. He currently teaches Advanced Painting and teaches classes at the Paxtang Art Association. Cory will have a solo show at Weidner University starting in June.

Thursday, April 4 - May 23, 2024 (8 weeks)

10:00am -1:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

The focus of this class will be on watercolor painting, however the use of acrylic, gouache or even oils are welcome!  We will go over how to get started, the different ways to use watercolor and other water media paints, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor . Students will be encouraged to mix these media when appropriate.

People of all experience levels are welcome. For the beginners, there will be demonstrations of basic painting techniques and for the more experienced there will be time to practice your present skills and to be inspired to try alternative techniques with the aim of expanding your creativity.

During the class session we will go over color theory and color mixing, how to apply the paint to paper or canvas and the aerial and linear perspective (as needed) .  There will also be discussions on composition, what types and shapes of brushes work best, and types of paper or other grounds for your painting projects.

Each student is encouraged to bring photos of what you would like to paint…either on paper or ipad or phone.  This class is all about getting the most out of your paints and increasing your skills! And again, if you desire to work with acrylic or oil in the traditional way (on canvas) you are welcome.  

This class is for you!  So come with your questions, art dilemmas and ideas and we can work it out.

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have:

717-903-6748

About Marie Gamon: Marie has been teaching art and doing art for many, many years---She has experience with oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, collage and ceramics.  Marie received her BS in Art Education at Penn State.  She has taught people of all ages from toddlers through seniors, the incredibly gifted and those with learning challenges. She enjoys seeing her students grow and get great enjoyment out of doing art.

She enjoys painting and working color.  Color is her favorite!! She has exhibited her art in venues throughout central Pennsylvania and in Philadelphia as well as western PA.  She often has art hanging in the Hershey Library with other artists from Hershey Area Art Association.  She enjoys painting in plein air, landscapes, seascapes, still life, animals and sometimes people!!  She lives with her husband of many years and two cats.

***********************************************************************SUPPLY LIST: Please note following is a list of supplies, if you want to focus on one media the whole 8 weeks you only need to buy the media you want to use.  

For Watercolor:

Watercolor Paper, 140lb or higher

Brushes, variety of sizes and shapes, taklon is a good fiber

Watercolor paints, tubes or pans.  Good brands are Cotman(student grade) Winsor Newton Artezza, Marie’s (I’ve bought Marie’s and Artezza brands on line) Grumbacher. Or bring what you have there are many good quality brands!

A palette with a lid. You can re-use watercolors when they dry out.  So you will not be throwing away your paint on the palette.

Masking tape, blue painter’s tape works well.

Masonite board to stretch you watercolor paper on for painting.

For Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them!

Acrylic paints in a variety of colors, liquitex is a good brand to use.

Matte medium for thinning your Acrylic paints when using them like watercolor.

Paper or canvas. There is paper especially for use with acrylics.It is a heavier weight.

Brushes variety of sizes and shapes.  Taklon fiber works well.

Blue painter’s tape

Gouache

A set of Gouache paints

See Watercolor list for rest of supplies.

Tuesdays, March 12 - April 30, 2024 (8 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

The class’s goal is to help each artist maximize their individual style of painting and explore new techniques and creativity. The class also examines accomplished artists, both past and present, thru videos, presentations and demonstrations.

Paul himself strives to make paintings that have confident brushwork, paint handling and color. Paul earned an MFA from Syracuse University and in addition to Hershey Area Art Association has taught Painting, Drawing and Design at the college level. 

• Mondays, February 5 - March 25, 2024 (8 classes)

6:00pm - 9:00pm

175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Hershey History Center (40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033)

In this oil/acrylic painting class, students will learn about painting materials and techniques as well as working through problems and creative blockage. We will practice exercises that allow us to gain skill and understanding with shape, form and color value. As a group, we will look at art books and discuss masterworks in the beginning of class to spark inspiration and conversations between the students. All levels of experience welcome! Please bring all of your questions and best effort. 

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

No specific supplies are needed, just all of your paints and a surface to paint on! 

A Message from Cory:

“At a young age, I began creating and taking as many art classes as I could. After high school, I continued my education at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts where I received my BFA. Overthe years, I have been developing my artwork into what I want to create as an artist. Large scale figure paintings are a recurring motif in my studio. Inspiration for my work comes from personal experiences, imagination and thoughts of painting while creating. Painting for me recently is about the new discovery that can be found by expressing what might be thought of as an accident. Allowing my artwork to progress in unexpected and interesting moments on the surface excites me. Currently, my work is focused on evolving paintings in unique painterly ways, making it more about the execution and overall experience of creating and observing the pieces.”

Cory has had his works exhibited at the Art Is, 95th International Juried Show, Figuratively Speaking, and The Silver Screen with the Art Association of Harrisburg, to name a few. He won Best of Show at Figuratively Speaking and 2nd Place for Oil and Acrylics at the 95th International Juried Show. He currently teaches Advanced Painting and teaches classes at the Paxtang Art Association.

Thursday, January 18 - March 7, 2023 (8 weeks)

10:00am -1:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

The focus of this class will be on watercolor painting, however the use of acrylic, gouache or even oils are welcome!  We will go over how to get started, the different ways to use watercolor and other water media paints, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor . Students will be encouraged to mix these media when appropriate.

People of all experience levels are welcome. For the beginners, there will be demonstrations of basic painting techniques and for the more experienced there will be time to practice your present skills and to be inspired to try alternative techniques with the aim of expanding your creativity.

During the class session we will go over color theory and color mixing, how to apply the paint to paper or canvas and the aerial and linear perspective (as needed) .  There will also be discussions on composition, what types and shapes of brushes work best, and types of paper or other grounds for your painting projects.

Each student is encouraged to bring photos of what you would like to paint…either on paper or ipad or phone.  This class is all about getting the most out of your paints and increasing your skills! And again, if you desire to work with acrylic or oil in the traditional way (on canvas) you are welcome.  

This class is for you!  So come with your questions, art dilemmas and ideas and we can work it out.

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have:

717-903-6748

About Marie Gamon: Marie has been teaching art and doing art for many, many years---She has experience with oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, collage and ceramics.  Marie received her BS in Art Education at Penn State.  She has taught people of all ages from toddlers through seniors, the incredibly gifted and those with learning challenges. She enjoys seeing her students grow and get great enjoyment out of doing art.

She enjoys painting and working color.  Color is her favorite!! She has exhibited her art in venues throughout central Pennsylvania and in Philadelphia as well as western PA.  She often has art hanging in the Hershey Library with other artists from Hershey Area Art Association.  She enjoys painting in plein air, landscapes, seascapes, still life, animals and sometimes people!!  She lives with her husband of many years and two cats.

***********************************************************************SUPPLY LIST: Please note following is a list of supplies, if you want to focus on one media the whole 8 weeks you only need to buy the media you want to use.  

For Watercolor:

Watercolor Paper, 140lb or higher

Brushes, variety of sizes and shapes, taklon is a good fiber

Watercolor paints, tubes or pans.  Good brands are Cotman(student grade) Winsor Newton Artezza, Marie’s (I’ve bought Marie’s and Artezza brands on line) Grumbacher. Or bring what you have there are many good quality brands!

A palette with a lid. You can re-use watercolors when they dry out.  So you will not be throwing away your paint on the palette.

Masking tape, blue painter’s tape works well.

Masonite board to stretch you watercolor paper on for painting.

For Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them!

Acrylic paints in a variety of colors, liquitex is a good brand to use.

Matte medium for thinning your Acrylic paints when using them like watercolor.

Paper or canvas. There is paper especially for use with acrylics.It is a heavier weight.

Brushes variety of sizes and shapes.  Taklon fiber works well.

Blue painter’s tape

Gouache

A set of Gouache paints

See Watercolor list for rest of supplies.

Tuesdays, January 9 - Feb. 13, 2024 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

The class’s goal is to help each artist maximize their individual style of painting and explore new techniques and creativity. The class also examines accomplished artists, both past and present, thru videos, presentations and demonstrations.

Paul himself strives to make paintings that have confident brushwork, paint handling and color. Paul earned an MFA from Syracuse University and in addition to Hershey Area Art Association has taught Painting, Drawing and Design at the college level. 

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

Tuesdays, Oct. 31 - Dec. 19 ( 8 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

This is a continuation of Marie’s Water Media class. New students ALWAYS welcome!

The Focus will be on watercolor paints, how to get started, different ways to use watercolor, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and I will introduce how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor. We will take a look at different types of brushes and papers and mediums.  We will focus on watercolor techniques.  This class is for both beginners and people with experience, who want to get more out of their paints!  And of course, we will cover color theory, composition, and drawing techniques (as needed) and answer your questions.  This class will be student focused, so come with your questions and art dilemmas.  We can work it out!   

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have: 717-903-6748

Thursday, Sept. 28 - Nov. 16 (8 weeks)

10:00am -1:00pm

$175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Supply List:

Watercolor only:

watercolor paper, 140lb 

A variety of brushes  taklon, or a synthetic fiber works well

watercolor paints a set of at least twelve paints in tubes 

a palette with a lid.  you can reuse watercolors so you will not throwing away your paint on the palette.

masking tape, the blue painter's tape works well.

a masonite board to stretch your watercolor paper on for painting.**

Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them:

See above for everything, except the paints!

a good quality set of acrylic paints.  at least 10-12 colors

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

THIS CLASS IS FULL

registration closed

Tuesdays, Aug. 29 - Oct. 17 ( 8 classes)

* Guest instructors on Sept. 26 and Oct. 6. *

10:00am -1:00pm

175.00 Member……$190.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

This is a continuation of Marie’s Water Media class. New students ALWAYS welcome!

The Focus will be on watercolor paints, how to get started, different ways to use watercolor, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and I will introduce how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor. We will take a look at different types of brushes and papers and mediums.  We will focus on watercolor techniques.  This class is for both beginners and people with experience, who want to get more out of their paints!  And of course, we will cover color theory, composition, and drawing techniques (as needed) and answer your questions.  This class will be student focused, so come with your questions and art dilemmas.  We can work it out!   

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have: 717-903-6748

Thursday, July 13 - Aug. 24, 2023 (6 classes)

NO CLASS ON JULY 27

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Supply List:

Watercolor only:

watercolor paper, 140lb 

A variety of brushes  taklon, or a synthetic fiber works well

watercolor paints a set of at least twelve paints in tubes 

a palette with a lid.  you can reuse watercolors so you will not throwing away your paint on the palette.

masking tape, the blue painter's tape works well.

a masonite board to stretch your watercolor paper on for painting.**

Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them:

See above for everything, except the paints!

a good quality set of acrylic paints.  at least 10-12 colors

This is a continuation of Marie’s Water Media class. New students ALWAYS welcome!

The Focus will be on watercolor paints, how to get started, different ways to use watercolor, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and I will introduce how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor. We will take a look at different types of brushes and papers and mediums.  We will focus on watercolor techniques.  This class is for both beginners and people with experience, who want to get more out of their paints!  And of course, we will cover color theory, composition, and drawing techniques (as needed) and answer your questions.  This class will be student focused, so come with your questions and art dilemmas.  We can work it out!   

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have: 717-903-6748

Thursday, May 4 - June 8, 2023 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Supply List:

Watercolor only:

watercolor paper, 140lb 

A variety of brushes  taklon, or a synthetic fiber works well

watercolor paints a set of at least twelve paints in tubes 

a palette with a lid.  you can reuse watercolors so you will not throwing away your paint on the palette.

masking tape, the blue painter's tape works well.

a masonite board to stretch your watercolor paper on for painting.**

Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them:

See above for everything, except the paints!

a good quality set of acrylic paints.  at least 10-12 colors

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

Tuesdays, May 2 - June 6, 2023 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

Tuesdays, March 14 - April 18, 2023 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students. New students and previous students welcome.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

The Focus will be on watercolor paints, how to get started, different ways to use watercolor, some tricks to make watercolor do what you want it to do, and I will introduce how you can use acrylic paints as watercolor. We will take a look at different types of brushes and papers and mediums.  We will focus on watercolor techniques.  This class is for both beginners and people with experience, who want to get more out of their paints!  And of course, we will cover color theory, composition, and drawing techniques (as needed) and answer your questions.  This class will be student focused, so come with your questions and art dilemmas.  We can work it out!   

Feel free to contact Marie with any questions you may have: 717-903-6748

Thursday, March 2- April 6, 2023 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

Supply List:

Watercolor only:

watercolor paper, 140lb 

A variety of brushes  taklon, or a synthetic fiber works well

watercolor paints a set of at least twelve paints in tubes 

a palette with a lid.  you can reuse watercolors so you will not throwing away your paint on the palette.

masking tape, the blue painter's tape works well.

a masonite board to stretch your watercolor paper on for painting.**

Acrylic paints, if you choose to use them:

See above for everything, except the paints!

a good quality set of acrylic paints.  at least 10-12 colors

Expect lots of painting in this two day workshop, geared towards learning easy ways to create beautiful watercolor effects. Simple lessons, suitable for beginners on up, will include a variety of subjects so you will go home with several finished paintings and cards. Have fun and paint with confidence as help or feedback is right at hand.

Materials - bring what you have, including table salt, saran wrap and a small piece of natural sponge if you have them. If you have no materials, they can all be supplied.

This class is a TWO day workshop

Thursday, Feb. 23 and Friday, Feb 24, 2023

10am - 4pm

$115 members/$130 non-members

Location is the Hershey History Center, 40 Northeast Drive, Hershey, PA 17033

Make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and send to PO Box 654, Hershey PA 17033

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

Tuesdays, Jan. 10 - Feb. 21, 2023 (7 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$155.00 Member……$170.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students. New students and previous students welcome.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

OIL AND ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH PAUL GALLO

Tuesdays, Nov. 15- Dec. 20, 2022 (6 classes)

10:00am -1:00pm

$130.00 Member……$145.00 Non-member

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

This is a continuation of Paul’s previous painting classes. A flexible class that is customized each week to match the needs and experience of the students. New students and previous students welcome.

Paul gives a brief lesson or demonstration at the beginning of class, and then addresses each student’s individual painting issues. Topics covered can include composition, brush technique, color theory, perspective, the human figure, plein air painting, etc. Students interests and needs guide the discussion, so bring your questions !

Instruction is primarily for oil painters, but acrylics and other mediums are welcome; the fundamental art principles are the same. Some drawing skill is recommended. Students must provide their own subject matter; your own sketches or photos are encouraged. Each student works at his/her own pace and receives instruction as needed. More advanced artists can use this time as a “Master’s Class” to finish paintings or take advantage of Paul’s constructive critique and suggestions.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

PASTEL WORKSHOP WITH MARION STEPHENSON

This is a two day workshop

Thursday, Oct. 27 - Friday, Oct. 28, 2022

9am -4pm (will break for lunch)

$125.00 members/$140.00 non-members

Location: Campbelltown Academy of Music and Arts, 2849 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078

The focus of the Pastel Workshop is to learn how to use different techniques and materials to create a painting of your own vision. We will talk about the different papers and Patels that are available; how to lay out your painting; how to control and mix colors. There will be demonstrations each day. Each student can choose to work form a still life, photo or a sketch of their own choosing. Instruction will be tailored to each student’s skill level. All levels are welcome.

Please make checks payable to Hershey Area Art Association (HAAA) and mail to:

PO Box 654, Hershey, PA 17033

SUPPLY LIST: Soft pastels, hard pastels, pastel pencils, whatever you have. There are many brands of pastels that have different attributes, which we cover in the workshop. PLEASE NO Oil Pastels.

PAPER: Art paper 400 grit. I will have paper available to buy. Bring what pastel paper you have. Once again, each type of paper has it uses. The paper should have some grit to hold the pastel.

DRAWING BOARD: Wood, masonite, homasote or thick foam core to use as a support for you pastel paper.

Old paint brushes, paper towels, charcoal, apron and hand wipes.

INSTRUCTOR BIO

Marion Stepenson’s professional education began at Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids Michigan. Marion has taught classes and workshops in her studio, the York Art Association, and as a guest instructor at York College for the last 35+ years. She works with each student from their skill level and choice of medium. The subjects she has taught are pastel painting, oil painting, landscape painting workshops, figure and anatomy drawing, and portraiture.