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 Enroll in Art Class! 

Art classes for kids, teenagers and adults.
We have shorter classes and longer drawing and painting  programs that develop skills over years. We offer classes in how to draw in pencil, charcoal and colored pencil. There are also classes in acrylic painting, oil painting and watercolor painting. There are draw and paint portrait sessions, quick sketch nude model life drawing sessions and long pose figure drawing sessions for students and professional artists.
Starting January all classes will temporarily be held at Solebury Friends Meeting House, 2680 Sugan Road, New Hope PA 18938. 
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Join us for portrait sessions

Prepay to secure a spot

Prepaid spots get the first pick of easels.

Walk-ins are recommended to bring folding easels.
10am to 1pm. It's recommended to arrive 20 minutes early.  

Next Session is:
April 22
May 13


Sessions are at Solebury Friends Meeting House, 2680 Sugan Road, New Hope PA 18938. 

Figure Drawing Long Pose

$105.00 - $450.00

Wednesday Sept 6-Oct 18, 7 weeks, $355. Uninstructed, $105

Friday Sept 8- Oct 20, 7 weeks, $355. Uninstructed, $105

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Wednesday Oct 25-Dec 20, 8 weeks, $400. Uninstructed, $120

Friday Oct 27-Dec 15, 7 weeks, $355. Uninstructed, $105

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Wednesday Jan 10- March 6, 9 weeks, $450. Uninstructed, $135

Friday Jan 12-March 8, 9 weeks, $450. Uninstructed, $135

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Wednesday March 13- May 15, 9 weeks, $450. Uninstructed, $135

Friday March 15- May 17, 9 weeks, $450. Uninstructed, $135


Live study from the nude model has been the cornerstone of classical study since antiquity. Learn to draw or paint from life models in a single sustained pose. Learn how to measure from the live model, then construct and draw the figure. Finally we teach how to accurately shade and model the human form.


Students who wish to oil paint please contact us at: 267-221-6046 or email us at bcclassicalartsc@gmail.com.


Please note: there is one continuous pose the entire class with single source lighting showcasing the form of the model.


Wednesdays 1-4 PM or Fridays 11am-2pm, MATERIALS LIST


The live model long poses are available as a class (Instructed) or artists can register for the full session, do their own work (Uninstructed), and are guaranteed the same position. 

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Artistic Anatomy of the Human Body June 17-July 29

$300.00

Saturdays 10am-12:30pm, June 17, 24 and July 15, 22 and 29.


This is a general artistic human anatomy class. We move from a general idea of the body and its parts to a more specific understanding of the muscles and systems. The goal of the class is that you gain ability to draw a reasonable human figure from imagination or from the live model.


Learn the basics drawing of female anatomy and male anatomy.


Emphasis is on artistic anatomy and what artists need to succeed!


For Head Anatomy check out How to Draw The Face


Highlights from Previous Artistic Anatomy class


Please note each class has specific content and there are no makeups!


Materials are a pencil, eraser and a 9x12" Sketchbook.

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How to Draw the Face, June 14-July 26

$300.00

Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm, June 14, 21, 28 and July 12, 19 and 26.


This is a general anatomy of the head class for artists. You will learn a combination of practical constructive drawing with bone and muscle landmarks.


Everyone wants to learn how to draw faces including eyes, ears, nose and mouth. We start with how to draw the head, then how to draw the face and end with specifics like how to draw an eye. We move from general to more specific understandings of the anatomy of the head>


The goal of the class is to draw a reasonable human head from imagination or from the live model. Emphasis is on artistic anatomy and what artists need to succeed!


For Anatomy of the Body check out ARTISTIC ANATOMY OF THE HUMAN BODY JUNE 17-JULY 29


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Please note each class has specific content and there are no makeups!


Materials are a pencil, eraser and a 9x12" Sketchbook.

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Oil Painting Program Intensive: Sept 2023- May 2024

$2,250.00 - $7,650.00

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: Sept 2023-May 2024

Do all three days or pick your best option below!


What is the course…


Wednesday Morning 10am: Still life object and cast objects painting


  • Wednesday Afternoon 1-4pm: Life Drawing/Painting
  • Friday Morning 11am-2pm: Life Drawing/Painting
  • Saturday Morning 10am-1pm: Portrait painting study with live model once monthly


We continue the skill building from the pencil drawing intensive program. It is required to do the pencil drawing intensive before doing the oil painting program.


The focus is on continual improvement in drawing and observation skill with the addition of oil painting, materials and how to handle them.


In the morning there is a studio segment which includes painting from cast, still life formats and master copies. As in the drawing Intensive some of the work can be completed at home. We teach wash drawing techniques, grisaille, and then basic color theory and oil paint application.We teach a few methodologies including sight size and comparative drawing.


In the Wednesday class there are life drawing/painting long poses in the afternoon. Friday mornings continue with more life model sessions. In the Saturday class there is a morning Studio Session with a once-a-month portrait drawing/ painting session.


Scheduled class content will be available online for students to review and available in case of absence. Enjoy a complimentary sample of our online content!


Students sign up for Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Art Program or all 3 if they wish to advance faster.


Curious Students can schedule a time to drop in to see class! Call 267-221-6046 or email us at bcclassicalartsc@gmail.com.


Students interested in a less vigorous curriculum can check out either Art Classes for Kids or Figure Drawing Long Pose


Curious Students can schedule a time to drop in to see class! Call 267-221-6046 or email us at bcclassicalartsc@gmail.com.


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Pay Before June 1st and get a $150 discount!

Pay before July 15th and get a $100 discount!


Class Fees/ Pick one option:

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: Sept 2023-May 2024, $7,800

Wednesdays & Saturday, Sept 2023-May 2024, $6,325

Wednesdays, Sept 2023-May 2024: $4,100 

Saturdays, Sept 2023-May 2024: $ 2,400


Pay for Classes below in full or Go to Installment Payment Options

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Beginner Pencil Drawing Program Intensive: Sept 2023-May 2024

$2,250.00 - $7,800.00



Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: Sept 2023-May 2024

Do all three days or pick your best option below!


What is the course…


  • Wednesday Morning 10am: Still life object and cast objects
  • Wednesday Afternoon 1-4pm: Life Drawing
  • Friday Morning 11am-2pm: Life Drawing
  • Saturday Morning 10am-1pm: Portrait study with live model once monthly


This is a comprehensive drawing program focusing on fundamentals of accurate drawing, material handling and observation. Exercises and concepts build from simple to multilayered and more complex. Learn how to draw in pencil.


This is a first year atelier program which includes drawing from flat copies, plaster cast and still lifes. A portion of the work can be completed at home. We teach a few methodologies including sight size and comparative drawing.


In the Wednesday class there are life drawing long poses in the afternoon. Friday mornings continue with more life drawing sessions. In the Saturday class there is a morning Studio Session with a once-a-month portrait drawing session.

Scheduled class content will be available online for students to review and available in case of absence. Enjoy a complimentary sample of our online content!


Students pick Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Art Program or all 3 if they wish to advance faster.


Students interested in a less vigorous curriculum can check out either Art Classes for Kids or Figure Drawing Long Pose


Curious Students can schedule a time to drop in to see class! Call 267-221-6046 or email us at bcclassicalartsc@gmail.com.




Materials


Pay Before June 1st and get a $150 discount!

Pay before July 15th and get a $100 discount!


Class Fees/ Pick one option:

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: Sept 2023-May 2024, $7,800

Wednesdays & Saturday, Sept 2023-May 2024, $6,325

Wednesdays, Sept 2023-May 2024: $4,100 

Saturdays, Sept 2023-May 2024: $ 2,400


Pay for Classes below in full or Go to Installment Payment Options

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Art Classes for Kids Saturdays, APRIL 15-May 27(no class April 29) & JUNE 3- JULY 8, 6 CLASSES 9AM, 6 Classes 9AM

$150.00

Saturdays, APRIL 15-May 27 (no class April 29)

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JUNE 3- JULY 8, 6 CLASSES 9AM


Class is for children aged 7-10 who aspire to become future artists, are looking to improve their drawing abilities, or simply want to discover a new and challenging activity.

Not just another class, we take the question "how to draw for kids?" seriously. We have a proven track record of teaching adults and children to draw.

Kids learn to draw using line, basic geometric shapes, shading and the essentials of color. Students work on a variety of images and subjects, stimulate their curiosity and encourage their creativity.

The format is fun and relaxed with a snack break.


Material List

Graphite pencils (2H,HB,2B), Colored pencils (Rainbow colors), eraser, pencil sharpener, Favorite sketchbook

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  • Home
    • About
  • Art Class Enrollment
    • Testimonials & Student Work >
      • Faculty
  • Part-time Atelier Program
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