Instructor - Mark Francis

All Levels
Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$450 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 2

During this class, students will learn to use paper collage techniques to render images in various ways and to varying degrees. We will also explore the use of ink pens, colored pencils, markers, and paint to create different images, sometimes using existing images (a la traditional collage) with our mixed media processes to create new compositions.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor - Preetika Rajgariah

All Levels
Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$450 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 3

Fabric and textiles are tied to all of us: from family heirlooms that hold nostalgic meaning to scraps of hot pink fur from Joann’s art supply. In this class, students will create mixed media, collage paintings using their own background and photos as a point of inspiration. Students will learn about contemporary collage artists and painters such as Deborah Roberts and Hugo McCloud, and work to improve color theory, build dynamic compositions, and use good craftsmanship with mixed media techniques. This will be a fun and creative way to explore a range of materials, take risks in the studio, and preserve our memories from this time.

THIS CLASS IS FULL. CONTACT US TO BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor - Alexander Squier

All Levels
Sunday mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
January 26 - March 9
7 weeks
$450 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 1

“Linocut”, also known as linoleum block printing, has a rich history over the last century and remains an extremely versatile and popular technique for artists today. This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of relief printmaking, covering several ways to utilize linoleum blocks including reduction printing and jigsaw printing. Students will use Art League’s etching press to create editions of prints in black and white and full color, and will also learn how to ink their blocks creatively to create effects and monoprints.

No prior printmaking experience is necessary. Oil-based printing inks and newsprint will be provided for the class.

THIS CLASS IS FULL. CONTACT US TO BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor - Naomi Kuo

All Levels
Saturday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
February 22 + March 1
2 Days
$175 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 2

In this 2-day workshop, participants will become familiar with key terms, concepts, texts and examples regarding socially engaged art, also known as social practice. Group and individual exercises will provide space for discussion and experiential learning around a few topics of focus: personal and community context, non-hierarchical relationships, and social change through art. Through our time together, participants are invited to consider how principles of socially engaged art could be applied to their own creative practices.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor - Naomi Kuo

Beginner/Intermediate
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
January 21 - February 11
4 weeks
$315 public / $280 member

Studio 3

In this class, students will learn how to turn plastic waste into yarn (a.k.a “plarn”) and explore textile-based creative applications of the material. Basic crochet, weaving, collage, and sashiko stitching techniques will be covered. Possible projects include bags, mats, and 2-D artworks. Along the way, we will also discuss and share resources about plastic pollution and opportunities for environmental care and activism.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Mary Rogers

All Levels
Monday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)

7 weeks
$485 public / $450 member

Studio 1

This class covers jewelry construction techniques including: piercing, drilling, soldering, riveting, forging reticulation and roller printing as well as hydraulic forming.  Advanced topics may include granulation, jewelry rendering, and blanking.  In this class there is a strong emphasis on problem solving which helps students develop a personal design vocabulary.  Multi-level classes allow new students to see a variety of advanced techniques and applications.  Individualized instruction allows students to progress at their own pace.  

3 SEATS REMAINING

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Nancy Rios

All Levels
Tuesday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 21 - March 4
7 weeks
$495 public / $460 member

Studio 1

In this class, you will learn hand-building construction techniques. Students will create various functional pottery forms using pinching, soft slab, and coil. Nancy will work closely with each student to strengthen their fundamental skills and provide personalized feedback. This course will allow you to fine-tune the basic techniques in hand building. All levels are welcome!

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Molly Koehn

Beginner / Intermediate
Wednesday mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$495 public / $460 member

Studio 2

Utilizing screen printing, students will explore the possibilities of repetition, color, and texture to create printed fabrics and complex compositions. Students will learn the basics of screen printing on fabric, mixing pigments, and pattern design. The class will explore a variety of stencil methods that don't require a dark room or exposure unit, including contact paper and wax crayon. Techniques learned can be used to create fabrics for clothing, home goods, artwork, collage, and more.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Caroline Graham

All Levels
Monday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 1

Students will explore the vibrancy and transparency of watercolor. The instructor will emphasize color, design, and contrast while working with students on independent projects or assigned exercises. Students will practice how to layer and control the pigment and rescue the white paper while retaining the spontaneous, fresh-looking result. In addition, students will take a look into selected 20th century artists and their work. Previous drawing experience may be required. Please note: enrollment for this class is limited to 12 students.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Caroline Graham

All Levels
Wednesday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 1

Students will explore the vibrancy and transparency of watercolor. The instructor will emphasize color, design, and contrast while working with students on independent projects or assigned exercises. Students will practice how to layer and control the pigment and rescue the white paper while retaining the spontaneous, fresh-looking result. In addition, students will take a look into selected 20th century artists and their work. Previous drawing experience may be required. Please note: enrollment for this class is limited to 12 students.

THIS CLASS IS FULL

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - John Davis

All Levels
Thursday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
January 23 - March 6
7 weeks
$460 public / $425 member

Studio 2

Learn how to use watercolor in unexpected ways to create bold results. Initial steps in using the medium will focus on value, layering, creating forms and then color relationships. Create a foundation for working and then go beyond traditional watercolor by experimenting with different techniques. Discover how to take advantage of unexpected "mistakes" for your own benefit. Imagery for this course will be mostly representational while encouraging atmospheric effects and the looser side of the medium.  

Watercolor is vibrant and translucent in nature, has no odor and is affordable. This class is for All Levels. Previous painting experience is not required, however an understanding in value drawing is helpful.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Polly Liu

All Levels
Tuesday mornings, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 21 - March 4

7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

In this class students will learn traditional calligraphy with a brief introduction on the history and development from ancient to modern times. The objectives for this course will aim to help students learn 64 strokes, how to combine the strokes and formulate characters, and utilize the basic strokes to merge into a decorative painting. By the end of the course, students will learn to write their name in Chinese.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Nohelia Vargas Bolivar

All levels
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 21 - March 4
7 weeks
$470 public / $435 member

Studio 1

Oil pastel is a relatively new medium dated from the early 20 century. It is a very versatile and dynamic material that combines drawings and painting properties. An easy to control, very flexible to mix with medium, makes oil pastels ideal for working on any surface. Over the course of 7 weeks, students will discover exciting techniques and they will learn to combine oil pastels with other mediums such as acrylic and watercolor. This class also covers a variety of exercises to guide students to create effective compositions following the elements and principles of art. Some assignments are inspired by impressionist and post-impressionist artists' approaches to painting.

This class is a great fit for anyone looking to transition between drawing to painting or experienced artists looking to learn about the endless applications of oil pastels. All levels are welcome.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor - Molly Koehn

Beginner
Wednesday afternoons, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 1

This course is an introduction to the creative skills and software tools employed when working with digital media and will focus on the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator. Students will come away with a fundamental understanding of creating vector artwork, illustration, and graphics. The structure of the class will provide instruction through tutorials, hands-on-projects, and exposure to artists and designers working in a variety of digital arts. This course is for beginners who have never used Illustrator or need a refresher. A basic understanding of a computer is required.

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. If a payment option isn’t available, contact the ALH School during office hours for assistance at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Instructor: Leslie Cuenca

All Levels
Sunday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 26 - February 23
5 weeks
$325 public / $290 member

Studio 1

Experience the union of breath, body movement and ink painting. We begin the class with a guided meditation then progress into gentle body movement to prepare us for painting. The poses and stretches are therapeutic and suitable for all levels and ages. Through yoga exercise you relieve tension, let go of stress and open the body to be better prepared for painting.

Next, we will learn traditional and innovative ink painting methods as well as ink grinding, brush movement and painting technique using organic and inorganic tools/ instruments. We will also be using different kinds of papers to explore the different effects of ink. Suitable for all levels of ink painters.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Monday afternoons, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2

In this class, students are introduced to French Atelier training to draw the human figure. The method of sight size, a fundamental scale system, is used to reproduce the figure accurately. Students work from a live model focusing on outline, proportion, shadow, shape, and value. The non-refundable model fee is due the first day of class and ranges from $150 - $175 for the whole session depending on class size. Please note: enrollment for this course is limited to 5 students.

3 SEATS REMAINING

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Mike Stovall

All Levels
Monday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

Cartooning is a process, a language and an art form. This class will provide students with the means for creative self-discovery and the exploration of complex ideas through visual, sequential storytelling. Students will record their observations, experiences and memories in their sketchbook and then translate that material into pictographic narratives...some only one panel and some multiple pages. The class is essentially a writing and an art class rolled into one. The class focuses much more on story and process than drawing skills.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Thursday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
January 23 - March 6
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

This class sets aside time to develop, practice, and refine your drawing skills! Students will explore the fundamentals of drawing through various hands-on activities and class discussions. This class will touch upon observation, shapes, volume, value, line and texture. This class is intended for students with little or no previous drawing experience or those that want to sharpen their fundamental skills.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Thursday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 23 - March 6
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 1

Depicting the human face has been a subject of fascination for centuries. Even with the development of photography, hand-drawn portraiture continues to be a relevant and expressive form of art. This course is meant to encourage your curiosity and help you better understand the underlying anatomy of the face and how to achieve accurate proportions.

The goal of this 7 week course is to make drawing portraiture less daunting by using systematic methods that encourage students to tackle any obstacles they may encounter. Students can expect individualized feedback throughout the course, as it can be very helpful in the learning process. We will be working from live models in both short and long pose formats. By simplifying the face to its most essential components, students will be able to create a solid foundation with proportions in mind. We will be using both graphite pencil and color pencil and exploring white drawing paper as well as toned paper. At the end of the course students will be able to more confidently render the face with a clear set of strategies and objectives in mind.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 23 - March 6
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

Intermediate Drawing is for the student with some knowledge of shape, volume, value, line and texture. We will work from still life objects, portrait photographs and cover basic linear perspective. The materials for this course will range from graphite pencils, charcoal pencils and Prismacolor on paper. The overall objective of this class is to build a stronger foundation in drawing.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Saturday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
January 25 - March 8
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

This class sets aside time to develop, practice, and refine your drawing skills! Students will explore the fundamentals of drawing through various hands-on activities and class discussions. This class will touch upon observation, shapes, volume, value, line and texture. This class is intended for students with little or no previous drawing experience or those that want to sharpen their fundamental skills.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Zach Mendoza

All Levels
Saturday afternoons, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
January 25 - March 8
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 1

In this course, students will learn portrait drawing fundamentals. Emphasis will be placed on facial proportions, various views, building a likeness, and more. Half of the class will include drawing from a live model in various dry and wet media. The second half of the course will involve working from photo-reference with precision ink tools like micron pens or crow-quill pens. Optional personal assignments will be suggested throughout the term as well. Learning outcomes include learning to draw the portrait from life and photos and build mileage in numerous drawing mediums.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Saturday afternoons, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
January 25 - March 8
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 3

Intermediate Drawing is for the student with some knowledge of shape, volume, value, line and texture. We will work from still life objects, portrait photographs and cover basic linear perspective. The materials for this course will range from graphite pencils, charcoal pencils and Prismacolor on paper. The overall objective of this class is to build a stronger foundation in drawing.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Sunday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
January 26 - March 9
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2

Intro to Figure Drawing is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles and techniques of drawing the human figure. This course is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists who wish to develop their skills in capturing the human form accurately and expressively. The classes will be centered around working from a live model. Throughout the course, students will explore various aspects of figure drawing, including anatomy, proportion, gesture, and form. They will learn to observe and analyze the human body, understanding its underlying structure and how it moves. Students will also study the principles of light and shadow, enabling them to create a range of values that create the illusion of form. By the end of the course, students will have acquired a solid foundation in figure drawing, enabling them to depict the human form with accuracy and expressiveness. They will have developed their understanding of anatomy, proportions, and the principles of light and shadow. Additionally, students will have honed their observational skills, allowing them to capture the essence and gesture of a figure.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Polly Liu

All Levels
Monday mornings, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

The objective of this class is to introduce students to the classical method of painting landscapes utilizing oil paints. Students will learn how to use the perspective, line, shape, color, and light & shadow in applying it to the landscape through the use of landscape photographs. Additionally, students will also be given an overview on brushwork and composition. The goal in the finished landscape painting will aim to capture the essence and harmony of elements found in a landscape.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - John Davis

All Levels
Monday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 27 - March 10 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)
7 weeks
$460 public / $425 member

Studio 2

This course will explore using geometric shapes as a method to create reduced landscapes with acrylic paint. Images will be laid out in plains of color that will desaturate or shift in value as they recede into space, invoking depth. Processes will include establishing foreground, middle-ground, and background spaces, hard edge painting, layering, and understanding color relationships. Students are encouraged to invent their own image or use a landscape picture to be translated into a simplified abstraction.

Acrylic paints are fast drying, water-soluble and are easy to clean up. It’s also forgiving, if you make a mistake you can paint over it quickly. No prior experience is necessary. 

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Maureen Lax

Beginner
Monday evenings, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
January 27 - February 24 (ALH Closed Jan. 20)

5 weeks
$325 public / $290 member

Studio 2

In this class we will learn all about the basics of painting with acrylics! Students will be introduced to a range of painting techniques and styles, working primarily from still life, copies of existing paintings, and photos. This class will cover all stages of the painting process, from sourcing reference material, composing an image and “blocking out” a painting, all the way to embellishing a painting with expressive mark-making. Students will come away from the course with a broad understanding of acrylic painting approaches, and a foundational knowledge of color, value and composition. This class is geared towards beginners, but all experience levels are welcome.

THIS CLASS IS FULL

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Laura Lawson

All Levels
Tuesday mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
January 21 - March 4
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 1

Are you feeling stuck in your painting process? Enhance your painting skills and learn to see the world through the eyes of an artist in this specialized oil painting class. Tailored for representational and impressionistic painters, this course focuses on deepening your understanding of essential artistic principles while refining your technical abilities, and will provide constructive feedback week to week. This course encourages you to paint your own subjects such as your own photos or your own references. The class will also touch upon the following principles: color harmony, light and shadow, designing mass and shape relationships, identifying warm and cool colors + palettes, and brushwork.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Tuesday afternoons, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
January 21 - March 4
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 2

In this class, students begin painting in grisaille – painting executed entirely around monochrome and usually in shades of gray or brown – to eliminate the problems of color and value and to concentrate on accuracy of drawing and the effects of light. The second part of the class utilizes a limited palette, allowing students to explore and understand the harmony and unity of light.  The non-refundable model fee is due the first day of class and ranges from $150 - $175 for the whole session depending on class size. Please note: enrollment for this course is limited to 5 students.

2 SEATS REMAINING

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Steve Parker

All Levels
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
January 21 - March 4
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

This class is primarily concerned with painting the individual elements of landscape: trees, water, etc. The instructor will demonstrate week-to-week and students will be encouraged to make studies of these essential components necessary in a successful landscape painting. The primary medium is oil, although acrylic and water-based oil paint is accepted.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Cary Reeder

Beginner
Wednesday mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30PM
January 22 - February 19
5 weeks
$325 public / $290 member

Studio 3

Do you want to learn about color but are frightened by the “theory” part of it? This course promises to assuage your fears and make you comfortable with choosing, mixing, and applying colors in any media. Starting with the basics, students will complete a variety of exercises focusing on the different aspects of color and leave with a fundamental understanding of how color works.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Steve Parker

Intermediate / Advanced
Wednesday afternoons, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
January 22 - March 5
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

This course is a continuation of "Landscape into Art," but with an emphasis on composing a painting to be non-representational or abstract. There will be plenty of latitude to continue the methods already undertaken in the previous landscape classes as well. The instructor will demonstrate and discuss these approaches as used by current and past masters. This class is offered for all levels, however, students are expected to have a basic knowledge of drawing and composition. Among all levels, beginners will be encouraged to draw. The primary medium is oil, although acrylic and water-based oil paint is accepted.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Steve Parker

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday afternoons, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 23 - March 6
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

This class is recommended for intermediate and advanced students and/or as a continuation of "Landscape into Art." The instructor will demonstrate and discuss techniques used in landscape painting in the first class session. Painting and making studies on site is essential in creating a convincing and expressive landscape. This will be further discussed in class. The primary medium is oil, however, acrylic and water-based oil paint is accepted. Watercolor is not accepted.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Zach Mendoza

Beginner/Intermediate
Saturday mornings, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
January 25 - March 8
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member + additional live model fee

Studio 1

In this course, students will learn how to paint portraits in the acrylic medium. The course will cover the structure of the face, light and shadow, color temperatures, and expressive mark-making techniques that apply to oil as well. The course will address the logistical challenges and advantages of working in acrylic and how to maximize the latter while working from life and photos. The second part of the class will involve using the acrylic medium to develop larger-scale works from photos and with longer live painting sessions. This class is recommended for intermediate to advanced students.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Steve Parker

All Levels
Saturday mornings, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
January 25 - March 8
7 weeks
$450 public / $415 member

Studio 2

Utilizing memory and personal experience, students are encouraged to render their own impressions of the subject. Individual elements of the landscape are explored and demonstrated. The instructor will offer techniques and specific methods in landscape painting. The class includes informal discussions ranging from painting methods to basic color theory. The primary medium is oil, however, acrylic and water-based oil paint is accepted.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.

Instructor - Maureen Lax

All Levels
Sunday morning, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
February 2
1 Day
$135 public / $100 member

Studio 3

This workshop will serve as a crash-course style introduction to painting with gouache! Gouache paints are fluid like watercolors, but with a unique opacity and vibrance that offers many possibilities for creative expression. During this 1-day workshop we will dive into the specific properties of gouache, exploring a variety of textures and techniques before applying these techniques to a small painting project. Students will come away with a basic knowledge of gouache painting approaches and some ideas for how they can continue working with the medium in future! Open to all levels.

By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Current Art League Houston Members can save $35 per class with membership promo code! Check your membership status by contacting the Art League School at school@artleaguehouston.org. You can also verify membership status by calling us at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during our office hours. Reminder, purchase membership before registering to receive the promo code to apply at check out.