MARY A. JOHNSON ART INSTRUCTOR/ARTIST
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Summer 2020
Studio Classes available
Wednesday and Thursday 

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Drawing & Painting (Acrylic) - Wednesday Midday Weekly Class​

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​Location:  Midlothian Art Academy        Room : Studio A
Date: 7/8/2020-8/5/2020                             Time:  1:30 PM-4:00 PM on Wednesday           
Level:  Adult & Teen (7th-12th grade); Beginner to Advance
Tuition:  $140.00
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Course Description
Mary's classes are designed for students who desire further study in the fine arts field.

From the beginner to the experienced artist, all levels of experience are welcome and individualized instruction provided to meet each student's skill level. If you are a beginner,
we start with the fundamentals through guided lessons. If you already have experience with drawing and/or painting, class instruction is adapted to fit your needs. Experienced artists should bring a project to class each day. Expect a workshop like atmosphere and come ready to learn and create.

Experienced students are to provide and work form reference pictures. No image should be smaller than 6x8 inches. Student’s supplies are not included in cost.

Please feel free to email Mary Johnson for additional information at artz.maryj@verizon.net

 Teen Art Exploration  -Wednesday  Afternoon Weekly Class

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Location:  Midlothian Art Academy            Room:  Studio A
Date :  7/8/2020-8/5/2020                              Time : 4:30 PM-6:00 PM on Wednesday
Level : Youth & Teen (5th - 9th grade); Beginner to Advance.
PLEASE NOTE -Younger students accepted with permission from instructor.  
Tuition:  $ 135.00   Cost includes most art materials 

Course Description
During each session, emphasis is made on developing existing skills and learning new techniques in the areas of graphite, color pencil drawing, and acrylic painting.

All levels of experience are welcome and individualized instruction provided to meet each student's skill level. If you are a beginner, we begin with the fundamentals through guided lessons.
If you already have experience with drawing and/or painting, class instruction is adapted to fit your needs.

Experienced artists are allowed to work in their medium of choice. However, students must be prepared with reference materials and be ready to create!

*Materials needed for individual classroom art projects-Returning students must bring 3-5 reference pictures. Images can be printed or be downloaded to a tablet. Students are not allowed to work from cell phones due to the small image size.

Required supplies for this program: One 8x10 drawing pad.
Feel free to contact Mary regarding specific materials included in charge at artz.maryj@verizon.net.

 Drawing & Painting (Acrylic) - Wednesday Evening  Weekly Class​

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​Location:  Midlothian Art Academy                        Room : Studio A
Date:  7/8/2020-8/5/2020                                            Time:  6:30 PM-8:40 PM on Wednesday           
Level:  Adult & Teen (7th-12th grade); Beginner to Advance
Tuition:  $ 140.00
​
Course Description
Mary's classes are designed for students who desire further study in the fine arts field.

From the beginner to the experienced artist, all levels of experience are welcome and individualized instruction provided to meet each student's skill level. If you are a beginner,
we start with the fundamentals through guided lessons. If you already have experience with drawing and/or painting, class instruction is adapted to fit your needs. Experienced artists should bring a project to class each day. Expect a workshop like atmosphere and come ready to learn and create.

Experienced students are to provide and work form reference pictures. No image should be
smaller than 6x8 inches. Student’s supplies are not included in cost.

Please feel free to email Mary Johnson for additional information at artz.maryj@verizon.net.

 Teen Art Exploration  -Thursday   Afternoon Weekly Class

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Location:  Midlothian Art Academy            Room:  Studio A
Date :   7/9/2020 - 8/6/2020
Time : 4:30 PM-6:00 PM on Thursday
Level : Youth & Teen (5th - 9th grade); Beginner to Advance.
PLEASE NOTE -Younger students accepted with permission from instructor.  
Tuition:  $  $135.00  Cost includes most art materials 

Course Description-
During each session, emphasis is made on developing existing skills and learning new techniques in the areas of graphite, color pencil drawing, and acrylic painting.

All levels of experience are welcome and individualized instruction provided to meet each student's skill level. If you are a beginner, we begin with the fundamentals through guided lessons.
If you already have experience with drawing and/or painting, class instruction is adapted to fit your needs.

Experienced artists are allowed to work in their medium of choice. However, students must be prepared with reference materials and be ready to create!

*Materials needed for individual classroom art projects-Returning students must bring 3-5 reference pictures. Images can be printed or be downloaded to a tablet. Students are not allowed to work from cell phones due to the small image size.

Required supplies for this program: One 8x10 drawing pad.
Feel free to contact Mary regarding specific materials included in charge at artz.maryj@verizon.net.

Painting and Drawing Supply List 
Please note-the supplies listed below are for the Mid-day and Evening Adult/Teen classes. 

Acrylic Painting Supply List-For the new student, a good paint to begin with is Artist Loft available at Michaels. As you progress, I suggest investing in “artist quality” paints. You will be much happier with your results. I paint with Golden or Liquitex. Questions about the materials? Contact Mary by email Artz.maryj@verizon.net or by phone at 804-714-5375.
Palette and Paint box
  • Foam plates to use as a palette
  • “Fishing tackle” style plastic box to store paint.
Paint
For the new student, a good paint to begin with is Artist Loft available at Michaels. 
DO NOT purchase "Metallic" or "Neon" paints.
  • Artist Loft Acrylic Paint Set 12pc Please note these tubes are very small.
  • Artist Loft Acrylic Paint Set 24 pc I recommend this set.
  • One Liquitex Titanium White Basics Acrylic Paint 4oz.
A third option is to purchase Liquitex Basics Acrylic Paints. Product sold separately in 4oz. tubes.
  • Ivory Black
  • Titanium White
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Cadmium Yellow Medium-you may substitute Deep
  • Sap Green or Hookers Green
  • Cadmium Red Medium-you may substitute Naphthol Crimson
  • Raw Umber
  • Burnt Umber
As you progress, I suggest investing in “artist quality” paints. You will be much happier with your results.
Painting Surfaces
If you are a first time student, please purchase your canvas after the first class. Returning students should come to class with a painting surface.
  • Stretched canvases- Art stores sell prestretched canvases. Make sure the canvas is stretched evenly and tightly. Canvases must be pre-gessoed.
  • Canvas Boards.
Brushes
  • Synthetic brushes-available at Michaels.
  • Palette knife for mixing paint.
Other Supplies
  • Sketch pad-Canson Mixed Media xl pad 7x10 inches. Pad is for fundamental painting lessons, notes and sketching.
  • Pen, pencil, eraser
  • Paper towels
  • Acrylic brush cleaner-dish soap also works.
  • Water containers -Two large enough to hold brushes and not fall over.
  • Small spray bottle.
  • Samples and/or photos of your work-optional.
Drawing Materials List
  • Pencils: 4H, 2H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B (try to use the same brand)
  • 11 x 14 drawing pad
  • 11 x 14 sketch pad
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Rub eraser
  • Value finder
  • Pencil sharpener
Recommended:
  • Pencil lengthener
  • Art Bin or similar container (to keep your supplies in for transportation)
  • 18 x 24 soft portfolio or a tote bag (to keep your supplies in for transportation)
This materials list can be found and purchased http://www.dickblick.com/lists/blicku/T8UULMK1T387U/publicview/
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