Tuesday, February 5, 2013

February: I ♥ Art!

Give the Gift of Art!February at Corridor Arts in Solon
Gift certificates are available for any amount and good for any class or event at Corridor Arts Classroom.

The Media Spotlight Shines on Corridor Arts in Solon, Iowa
We had media visits this month, starting with Adam Burke of the Solon Economist/North Liberty Leader. Great article featuring a photo of two bright young art students. Then Lee Hermiston from the Iowa-City Press Citizen visited a Saturday morning Try It Class, and interviewed the four adult participants. ...Next KGAN reporter Josh Scheinblum painted live at the studio on February 4th. Check out their facebook page for a preview.

Upcoming Events

Wake up to Watercolor – February 23
10 am to Noon
Lianne Westcot, Instructor

Discover the unique & expressive art of watercolor. Beginners are
welcome and all supplies will be provided. Sample various watercolor
techniques and materials in a relaxed environment
with instructor Lianne Westcot. $25 + $5 materials fee –
Pre-registration isrequired to reserve your space & materials.
319-270-7341 or art@liannewestcot.com.

Bordeaux & Brushes – March 7
7:30 to 9:30
Susan Kennicott, art instructor...Wine tasting with Lauren Cannon

This fantastic two-hour class starts with a Wine 101 Presentation.
You will sample delicious wines and learn how to hold your wine glass,
how to swirl and sniff, and what to look for when you're tasting wine.
Next, we break out the canvases and create!  Painting with Acrylics is
made easy with instruction from professional Susan Kennicott.
Swirl your wine and whirl your brushes, creating a new pieces
of art and building bright memories with friends!
$29 + $10 materials fee
319-270-1686 or suniedaz@southslope.net

Spring Break! Youth Collage Class (Middle School)
*Pre-registration Required*
March 18th from 12:30 to 3pm
Susan Kennicott, Instructor 319-270-1686

Bring your photos, magazines or anything with texture
you would like to add in your creative collage!
Paint and canvas are supplied.
$20 + $10 materials fee.
319-270-1686 or suniedaz@southslope.net

Art Classes
• Acrylic Painting
• Watercolor
• Drawing
• Youth after school, or evenings for older students
• Adults daytime or evening classes
Please pre-register and schedule your classes with the Corridor Arts instructors:
Susan Kennicott (270-1686) or suniedaz@southslope.net
Lianne Westcot (270-7341) or art@liannewestcot.com
Or email corrarts@gmail.com.

All classes & lessons are by appointment, and you can jump in at any time.
We recommend a minimum of 4 to 6 classes to build a foundational understanding and create finished pieces to enjoy.


Call for Instructors:
Do you have a special skill in fine art or fine craft? We would like to share more types of art with the community. Modern art, folk art, or something between -- share your ideas with us! Please email corrarts@gmail.com or call Lianne at 319-270-7341.

Fun Fine Art Events:
Would you like your next special event to be more special? For birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or any occaision! Contact instructors Lianne Westcot or Susan Kennicott to schedule.


Where to Find Us:  Corridor Arts classroom -- 128 E. Main, Solon, next to the Solon Barber Shop


 VISIT US
We welcome visitors who want to see the studio
and learn more about classes. Stop by during classtime, by appointment,
or during Solon Barber Shop business hours.