Painting Classes at the Art Station

Basic Painting AM

Thursdays January 5-February 2, 2012
9:00-11:30 AM
$150 (5 mornings) All materials are included in the class fee)
Instructor: Kim Zabbia
Learn to paint rich color surfaces in acrylic on canvas and be able to maneuver those subtle contrasts between light and dark.
SORRY, THIS CLASS IS ALREADY IN SESSION.

"Beyond my expectations! I learned more in five sessions than in four college semesters." Lisa
"Expected the best and got the best, a group but personalized attention. All inclusive and comfortable." Kathryn
"Simple instructions; easy techniques; awesome teacher." Charley
"Relearned some of what I had forgotten. Throwing my oils away! Going plastic!." Henri
"Combined art history and explanation of every process. Kim is very patient." Margaret
"I am not an artist. I can't even draw. Anyone can take this class, enjoy it, and learn something." Chris
"I can finally paint a picture. Never thought I was artistic, but I can paint now!" Bonnie

Landscape Painting

Thursdays March 15-April 12, 2012
9-11:30 AM
$150 (5 mornings) All materials included in class fee.
Instructor: KIm Zabbia
Learn the formulas for making your color combinations work every time. Explore the techniques in acrylic on canvas for painting realistic water, land, sky, trees and rocks.

"I was so excited to learn some of the detail. I never had a clue. Now I look at paintings and am able to visualize colors and shading like never before. Love it!" Patricia
"Kim has the unique ability to make me feel like an artist." Bonnie
"Kim is a very informative teacher who is willing to go the extra mile for her students." Kathy
"Now, when I drive along the highway, it's like I'm seeing the sky for the first time." Marla

Advanced Abstract AM

Thursdays January 4-February 1, 2012
9:00-11:30 AM
$150 (5 mornings) All materials included in class fee.
Instructor: Kim Zabbia
Learn to incorporate mood and meaning in your abstract paintings. You'll expand on your favorite technique to convey a message to your viewer and understand that in the abstract art world, size really matters.
SORRY, THIS CLASS IS ALREADY IN SESSSION.

Advanced Abstract PM

Thursdays January 4-February 1, 2012
5:30-8:00 PM
$150 (5 evenings) All materials included in the fee.
Instructor: Kim Zabbia
Learn to incorporate mood and meaning in your abstract paintings. You'll expand on your favorite technique to convey a message to your viewer and understand that in the abstract art world, size really matters.
SORRY, THIS CLASS IS ALREADY IN SESSION.

QUILT TRAIL Block Design-AM

Wednesdays March 28-April 25
9:00-11:30 AM
$150 (5 mornings)
All materials to construct & paint a 2'X2' block are included in class fee.
INSTRUCTOR: Kim Zabbia
You've seen the painted quilt blocks being installed on the sides of homes and businesses in the last few months. They are part of Louisiana's first painted Quilt Block Trail which will attract tourists to the five parish area of Tangipahoa, Livingston, St. Helena, Washington and St. Tammany. Now design and paint your own block so that you can join the Louisiana Northshore Quilt Trail and help us make history. The design you create can incorporate images that relate to your life, your family, and your interests.

QUILT TRAIL Block Design PM

Wednesdays March 28-April 25
5:30-8:00 PM
$150 (5 evenings)
All materials to construct & paint a 2'X2' block are included in class fee.
INSTRUCTOR: Kim Zabbia
You've seen the painted quilt blocks being installed on the sides of homes and businesses in the last few months. They are part of Louisiana's first painted Quilt Block Trail which will attract tourists to the five parish area of Tangipahoa, Livingston, St. Helena, Washington and St. Tammany. Now design and paint your own block so that you can join the Louisiana Northshore Quilt Trail and help us make history. The design you create can incorporate images that relate to your life, your family, and your interests.