Fine Arts
A wide variety of imagination engaging classes - from art appreciation to art creation.
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Abstractly Simple Watercolors
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Produce powerful piecer and generate excitement by using the comcept of simplicity. With just some basic shapes, warm and cool colors, a brush or sponge, and a bucket of water, paint sharp-edged landscapes and sparkling abstracts. Beneficial to both the novice and the advanced artists, these techniques can be applied to all levels of expertise.Catered lunch included. View supply list online. Limited to 15.
Instructor: Joy Hartsfield, BFA, Award Winning Nature ArtistRegistration fee: $130 CEUs: 0.5 Learn more... 1 session(s): Sat: Feb 20 / 9:30 am-3:30 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
Acrylic Painting for the Novice
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
For students with little or no experience with painting, this course will touch on composition, color theory and handling, and how to achieve pictorial depth and painterly surfaces. Students will receive significant, individualized in depth attention to help achieve their personal goals. View supply list online. Limited to 15. To see examples of Guy's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com.
Instructor: Guy Robinson, ArtistRegistration fee: $180 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 6 session(s): Wed: Apr 7-May 12 / 8:05-10:05 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List; CEUs: 1.2; Listen to Guy’s interview in our Media Room)
Beginning Drawing
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Take a methodical approach to traditional drawing techniques under the personal guidance of this experienced instructor as your work becomes a direct channel for your own self-expression. View supply list online (below). Limited to 15.
Instructor: Guy Robinson, ArtistRegistration fee: $180 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 8 session(s): Wed: Apr 7-May 26 / 6:30-8:00 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
View Guy's Work Here.
Beginning Oil Painting
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Enjoy an easier, more satisfying introduction to oil painting when you know the right techniques. You'll learn everything you need to get started with this flexible, rewarding medium. Explore composition, color theory, depth and harmony as you develop your own personal style and complete your first paintings. View supply list online. Limited to 15. To see examples of Guy's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com.
Instructor: Guy Robinson, ArtistRegistration fee: $180 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 6 session(s): Tue: Apr 13-May 18 / 6:30-8:30 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
Continuing Painting and Drawing
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
With the emphasis on individual needs, this class is for students who want to continue to develop skills in their chosen medium, or experiment with new ones. You are invited to work with oils, acrylics, water color, or drawing techniques, while exploring your own emerging style. View supply list online. Limited to 15. To see examples of Guy's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com.
Instructor: Guy Robinson, ArtistRegistration fee: $180 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: Mar 16-Apr 6 / 6:30-9:30 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
To view Guy Robinson's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com.
Digital Darkroom I *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Designed for photographers who are relatively new to the digital photography world, this course is an introduction into the workflow and processing of digital images. Gain hands-on experience with importing images as well as basic retouching and color correcting techniques. Learn how to set up a digital darkroom properly, browse and rate images in Adobe Bridge, and make basic adjustments to photographs using Camera Raw. Textbook is not included. Textbook: The Creative Digital Darkroom and The DAM Book: Digital Asset Management for Photographers
Instructor: Holly White, MFA, Photography and Digital ArtRegistration fee: $400 CEUs: 1 Learn more... 5 session(s): Wed: Mar 3-31 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Digital Darkroom II *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Are you mystified by scanning and resolution issues, color modes, or using color correction levels and curves? Designed for photographers with a basic understanding of Photoshop and the Adobe Bridge, this course covers more advanced tools and techniques to prepare images for print or web display. Streamline your workflow using actions and work with multiple formats. You will learn color and exposure correction utilizing a variety of tools in Photoshop such as levels, curves, hue/saturation, color balance, and selective color. Emphasis will be placed on using layers and adjustment layers when working on your files. Textbook is not included. Prerequisite: Digital Darkroom I Prerequisite: Digital Darkroom ITextbook: The Creative Digital Darkroom and The DAM Book: Digital Asset Management for Photographers
Instructor: An Experienced Professional Registration fee: $400 CEUs: 1 Learn more... 5 session(s): Wed: Apr 21-May 19 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Digital Photography I
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Digital technology has changed the field of photography more rapidly and dramatically than any previous technical advance. Ideal for the enthusiastic hobbyist or a serious amateur, we will focus on how the operation of digital cameras differs from their film counterparts through a combination of class lecture and photographic assignments. Learning how the camera capabilities apply to actual photo-taking and the impact of megapixel, file compression, and print versus email output will greatly enhance your success in photography. We’ll also begin exploring the more complex aspects of photography, such as lighting, composition, moving subjects, nighttime photography, and shooting landscape, architectural, and nature subjects. Feel free to share your work in class to enhance the class discussion. You are encouraged to delay the purchase of supplementary equipment until after class discussions. Textbook: Photography: The Essential Way Textbook: Photography: The Essential Way
Instructor: Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier, an Award Winning Photographer and Photo-Based Mixed Media ArtistRegistration fee: $375 CEUs: 1.5 Learn more... 6 session(s): Thu: Mar 4-Apr 8 / 6:30-9:00 pm Register now!
Right-Brain Drawing
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Be amazed at your own hidden ability to draw. Using exercises from the book, THE NEW Drawing On the Right Side of the Brain (1999) by Edwards, you will learn to access and use the right side of your brain — the more creative, less judgmental side. Learn to make the mental shifts into the type of information processing that makes drawing more pleasurable, allows you to lose track of time, and frees you from anxiety. Textbook is not included. View supply list online. Textbook: THE NEW Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (copyright 1999) Textbook: THE NEW Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (copyright 1999)
Instructor: Mary Feagan, MVA in Art Education, Artist and WriterRegistration fee: $175 Learn more... 8 session(s): Wed: Apr 7-May 26 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
Confucius Institute: East Asian Art Appreciation *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Study the artistic legacy of East Asia from prehistory to present by learning the primary styles of painting, caligraphy, sculpture, and decorative arts from China, Japan, and Korea. We will highlight the important examples of works of art from both fine art and decorative arts to discuss the artistic achievements and the aesthetics of these regions, and explore how culture, political, religious, and social climates have shapes the visual arts in East Asia.
Instructor: Yuling Huang, M.A. Art HistoryRegistration fee: $225 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 6 session(s): Thu: Mar 25-Apr 29 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Basic Guitar
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Whether you’re interested in guitar for personal fulfillment or you’re pursuing it as a career, this course is for you! By learning the guitar as an instrument with no boundaries you'll learn to focus on how sounds are created, instead of being limited to one style. The beginning class focuses on basic reading, fingerings, chording, strumming, picking, and theory with fingerstyle technique for a more thorough exploration of the instrument's capabilities. Regular out-of-class practice is expected for the student to progress. Please bring guitar and textbook to the first class. Textbook is not included. Limited to 10. Textbook: A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar Book 1 Textbook: A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar Book 1
Instructor: Brian Luckett, DMA, Emory Music Department Artist AffiliateRegistration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 6 session(s): Wed: Mar 3-Apr 7 / 6:45-7:45 pm Register now!
Instructor: Brian Luckett, DMA, Emory Music Department Artist AffiliateRegistration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 6 session(s): Wed: Apr 14-May 19 / 6:45-7:45 pm Register now!
Intermediate Guitar
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
A continuation of Basic Guitar, this course adds a new dimension to basic concepts of technique and musicality. More left hand fingering, chording, and right hand techniques will be introduced while the sight reading studies become more advanced. Regular out-of-class practice is expected. Bring your guitar and textbook to the first class. Textbook is not included. Limited to 10. Prerequisite: Basic GuitarTextbook: A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar Book 1 Prerequisite: Basic GuitarTextbook: A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar Book 1
Instructor: Brian Luckett, DMA, Emory Music Department Artist AffiliateRegistration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 6 session(s): Wed: Apr 14-May 19 / 8:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Rock Guitar Basics
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
This beginning class is similar to Basic Guitar but focuses on rock/folk technique, which uses a pick to pluck and strum instead of the fingers. The course will focus on the basics of technique in picking and strumming, music theory, and notation, and chords in both standard notation and tablature. Class is open to aspiring guitarist of all levels. Regular out-of-class practice is expected for students to progress. Please bring guitar, pick(s), and textbook to first class. An acoustic guitar is recommended for this class but electric guitars are welcome (students will need to provide their own, small amplification). Textbook is not included. Limited to 10. Textbook: Guitar Rock Shop 1 Textbook: Guitar Rock Shop 1
Instructor: Brian Luckett, DMA, Emory Music Department Artist AffiliateRegistration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 6 session(s): Wed: Mar 3-Apr 7 / 8:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Landscape Painting with Wayland Moore
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Improve your technique and paint with confidence—further your knowledge of this fascinating medium from an internationally recognized artist with limited edition prints in galleries thought the United States. This Class will offer personal assistance to students wishing to enhance their individual artistic profiles. Students are advised to register with previously established knowlegde and ability with acrylics. View supply list online. Limited to 15.
Instructor: Wayland Moore, Internationally Renowned ArtistRegistration fee: $180 CEUs: 1.2 Learn more... 6 session(s): Mon: Feb 22-Mar 29 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Supply List
Legal Issues in Photography *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
This course introduces students to a variety of photographic disciplines through the legal issues that surround them. The course covers media ethics; the evolving technological impact of photojournalism, public documentation and street photography, the photographic image and social networking, and issues surrounding copyrights including fair use. Students will be introduced to a number of basic contracts that are relevant to the photographic industry including model releases, reproduction agreements, gallery and exhibition agreements, location agreements, and funding contracts. A 35mm digital camera will be needed for some assignments. Alternative structures and survival strategies will also be explored. During the course legal specialists will join the class. Textbook is not included.
Instructor: Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier, an Award Winning Photographer and Photo-Based Mixed Media ArtistRegistration fee: $295 CEUs: 1 Learn more... 4 session(s): Wed: Mar 17-Apr 7 / 7:00-9:30 pm Register now!
Percussion: One-Hour Drummer
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
If you have always wanted to play a musical instrument and experience the joy of music making with a group of people, then this revolutionary course is for you. Using a creative new protocol for teaching hand drumming, you will be jamming—litterally—within minutes. Experience the astounding, scienficially proven health benefits of drumming. No experience is necessary. Drums will be provided. There will be an additional $25 fee for the textbook and CD upon registration. Please call 404.727.6000 if you have already taken this class and would like to register without purchasing the textbook and CD again. Limited to 15.
Note: new date and/or timeRegistration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 6 session(s): Mon: Feb 15-Mar 22 / 7:00-8:00 pm Register now!
Instructor: Peter Marino, BMEd/BM
Photography: On Safari at Zoo Atlanta
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Discover the wilds of Zoo Atlanta with fellow photography enthusiasts! Each session will feature a unique opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and photograph animals up-close in their naturalistic habitats. In addition, each safari will include a guided tour of Zoo Atlanta and time to roam on your own to practice what you learn. Discussion topics will include proper types of equipment for nature photography, photographing through glass or fences, and other techniques that will help you take compelling photos of animals in nature and in captivity. Must provide own transportation.
Instructor: Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier, an Award Winning Photographer and Photo-Based Mixed Media ArtistRegistration fee: $200 CEUs: 0.65 Learn more... 1 session(s): Sat: May 8 / 8:30 am-4:30 pm Register now!
Piano: Introduction
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Always wanted to play the piano, but were afraid to try? Play the piano successfully even if you have little or no background in music or keyboard, and build a solid theory foundation for further musical development. Gain practical keyboard and musical theory knowlege, learn to identify notes, and play songs using both hands. Your instructor has been featured in several publications for his innovative teaching developments for piano teachers. There will be an additional $7 fee for the textbook upon registration. Piano compliments of Steinway Piano Gallery in Atlanta. Limited to 20.
Instructor: John Stonko, BMEd, MM, PhDRegistration fee: $150 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: Apr 6-27 / 6:30-8:00 pm Register now!
Piano: Intermediate
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
This course is designed for students who have passed Piano Introduction or who have equivalent experience (i.e., can read both treble and bass clefs and understand basic music theory well, including notature, timing and rhythm). The course introduces exciting sight-reading techniques and tactics for quick advancement. This call will reinforce finger articulation, dynamics, and intermediate theory, and introduces the concepts of chords, cadence and development. There will be an additional $7 fee for the textbook upon registration. Piano compliments of Steinway Piano Gallery in Atlanta. Limited to 20. Prerequisite: Piano: Introduction Prerequisite: Piano: Introduction
Instructor: John Stonko, BMEd, MM, PhDRegistration fee: $150 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: Mar 2-23 / 6:30-8:00 pm Register now!
Instructor: John Stonko, BMEd, MM, PhDRegistration fee: $150 CEUs: 0.6 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: May 4-25 / 6:30-8:00 pm Register now!
The Atlanta Opera: Mozart’s Final Year and The Magic Flute *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
At the start of 1791 the 35 year old Mozart was out of favor with the public, but by the end of the year he was back in a big way, with more work than even he could handle. Participants will be guided through the last year of the famous composer’s personal and music and life. Mozart was astonishingly productive during his final eleven months, completing two full operas, his final concertos, the famous unfinished Requiem Mass and many other smaller works—nearly all of them masterpieces. Tuition includes performance ticket to The Atlanta Opera’s new production of The Magic Flute. No discounts.
Instructor: Carter Joseph, Founder of "Opera 101"Registration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.8 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: Apr 6-27 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Three evenings of class room lecture and a fourth evening dress rehearsal performance of The Magic Flute.
The Atlanta Opera: Verdi – The Soul of Italy *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Participants will examine Verdi’s life and political events in Italy during that this time period. Examples of music from Verdi and his contemporaries will be offered. Learn about Verdi’s operas, both the very famous as well as som of his obscure and lesser-known works. Participants will look specifically at Aida and Egyptian history all of which will lead up to the attendance at The Atlanta Opera’s production of the work. Tuition includes performance ticket. No discounts.
Instructor: Carter Joseph, Founder of "Opera 101"Registration fee: $160 CEUs: 0.8 Learn more... 4 session(s): Tue: Feb 9-Mar 2 / 7:00-9:00 pm *Call to register*
Additional Info: Three evenings of class room lecture and a fourth evening dress rehearsal performance of Aida.
The Following Film Is Rated… *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Ever wonder how the G, PG, PG-13, R, and NC-17 ratings came to exist? If so, join us for an exploration of the Motion Picture Association of America's rating system and the reasoning behind this controversial move made by the film industry. Gain a greater appreciation for the history of Hollywood by studying the precursor of the rating system (the Production Code), the influential films and directors that pushed the envelope, and the developments in the late 1960's that lead to the categorization of film by content. Learn how the ratings evolved and how these labels represent socially accepted morals of the period. After watching suggested films at home, class discussions will focus on the sex, drugs, and violence that mandated age specific audiences. If movies are your passion, then you can't afford to miss these five nights of film clips and lively debate!
Instructor: Christian Pierce, MA, Film Studies, Emory University, Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.Registration fee: $150 CEUs: 1 Learn more... 5 session(s): Wed: Feb 24-Mar 24 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Twisted Love and Other Curiosities *NEW*
Evening at Emory - Fine Arts
Designed for both card-carrying cineastes and theater fans with no formal background in film, this class offers the perfect opportunity to share your love of movies as we explore the most compelling, unusual love stories in cinematic history. Participants will screen the films in advance, then join together in class for inspired conversations and dynamic interactive discussion about each film, director, time-period, and other thematic concerns. Evenings will include clips from both the primary films and additional movies relevant to the discussion. This class is held in partnership with The Atlanta Film Festival.
Instructor: Robin Bernat, Filmmaker and PoetRegistration fee: $195 CEUs: 1.6 Learn more... 8 session(s): Wed: Feb 17-Apr 7 / 7:00-9:00 pm Register now!
Additional Info: Please go online to view the list of films that will be covered in this course.
Recent Classes
Acrylic Painting for the Novice
For students with little or no experience with painting, this course will touch on composition, color theory and handling, and how to achieve pictorial depth and painterly surfaces. Students will receive significant, individualized in depth attention to help achieve their personal goals. View supply list online. Limited to 15. To see examples of Guy's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com. Learn more...
6 session(s): $180 Learn more...
Wed: Feb 3-Mar 10 / 8:05-10:05 pm
Instructor: Guy Robinson, Artist
Additional Info: Supply List; CEUs: 1.2; Listen to Guy’s interview in our Media Room)
Beginning Drawing
Take a methodical approach to traditional drawing techniques under the personal guidance of this experienced instructor as your work becomes a direct channel for your own self-expression. View supply list online (below). Limited to 15. Learn more...
8 session(s): $180 Learn more...
Wed: Feb 3-Mar 24 / 6:30-8:00 pm
Instructor: Guy Robinson, Artist
Additional Info: Supply List
View Guy's Work Here.
Beginning Oil Painting
Enjoy an easier, more satisfying introduction to oil painting when you know the right techniques. You'll learn everything you need to get started with this flexible, rewarding medium. Explore composition, color theory, depth and harmony as you develop your own personal style and complete your first paintings. View supply list online. Limited to 15. To see examples of Guy's work, please visit www.guyrobinsonart.com. Learn more...
6 session(s): $180 Learn more...
Tue: Feb 2-Mar 9 / 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: Guy Robinson, Artist
Additional Info: Supply List
Calligraphy: Italic Handwriting
A handwritten note is both unique and unusual in this computer age. Hand-lettered notes (written in calligraphy) represent the epitome in expressing heart-felt messages. With the right tools, patience, and practice, anyone – even those with 'less-than-legible' handwriting – can learn this skill. Soon you’ll be creating hand-lettered invitations, thank-you notes, and posters with your impressive new skill. Tuition includes materials fee for first class. A list of additional supplies will be provided at first class (cost approximately $15). No registration after first class. Limited to 15. Learn more...
6 session(s): $245 Learn more...
Tue: Feb 2-Mar 16 / 7:00-9:55 pm
Instructor: Hillary Yarmowich, BS, Freelance Calligrapher - 25 years
Additional Info: No class on 2/16.
Digital Photography I
Digital technology has changed the field of photography more rapidly and dramatically than any previous technical advance. Ideal for the enthusiastic hobbyist or a serious amateur, we will focus on how the operation of digital cameras differs from their film counterparts through a combination of class lecture and photographic assignments. Learning how the camera capabilities apply to actual photo-taking and the impact of megapixel, file compression, and print versus email output will greatly enhance your success in photography. We’ll also begin exploring the more complex aspects of photography, such as lighting, composition, moving subjects, nighttime photography, and shooting landscape, architectural, and nature subjects. Feel free to share your work in class to enhance the class discussion. You are encouraged to delay the purchase of supplementary equipment until after class discussions. Textbook: Photography: The Essential Way Textbook: Photography: The Essential Way Learn more...
6 session(s): $375 Learn more...
Tue: Jan 26-Mar 2 / 6:30-9:00 pm
Instructor: Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier, an Award Winning Photographer and Photo-Based Mixed Media Artist
Right-Brain Drawing
Be amazed at your own hidden ability to draw. Using exercises from the book, THE NEW Drawing On the Right Side of the Brain (1999) by Edwards, you will learn to access and use the right side of your brain — the more creative, less judgmental side. Learn to make the mental shifts into the type of information processing that makes drawing more pleasurable, allows you to lose track of time, and frees you from anxiety. Textbook is not included. View supply list online. Textbook: THE NEW Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (copyright 1999) Textbook: THE NEW Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain (copyright 1999) Learn more...
8 session(s): $175 Learn more...
Wed: Feb 3-Mar 24 / 7:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Mary Feagan, MVA in Art Education, Artist and Writer
Additional Info: Supply List
Italian Art
Italy is one of the few places where you can see so much of the evolution of Western Art still embodied within one country. Explore Italy’s fascinating art history, including ancient Etruscan and Roman artifacts, the medieval and early Christian art in Rome, and masterpieces of the high renaissance art in Florence. This class will also touch upon Italian Baroque art and more modern Italian Art through exposure to famous museum collections in Florence, Rome, and Venice. We will view slides of architecture and sculptures, as well as beautiful oil paintings and frescos. Class includes a visit to the High Museum, ticket price not included. Learn more...
4 session(s): $165 Learn more...
Mon: Feb 1-22 / 7:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Susan Stratton, BA in Art History, Art Historian
Additional Info: Visit to the High Museum of Art on Feb 11, 6:00-8:00pm.
Piano: Introduction
Always wanted to play the piano, but were afraid to try? Play the piano successfully even if you have little or no background in music or keyboard, and build a solid theory foundation for further musical development. Gain practical keyboard and musical theory knowlege, learn to identify notes, and play songs using both hands. Your instructor has been featured in several publications for his innovative teaching developments for piano teachers. There will be an additional $7 fee for the textbook upon registration. Piano compliments of Steinway Piano Gallery in Atlanta. Limited to 20. Learn more...
4 session(s): $150 Learn more...
Tue: Feb 2-23 / 6:30-8:00 pm
Instructor: John Stonko, BMEd, MM, PhD
