(Downloadable Summer 2024 catalog PDF available by clicking the image above)

Summer 2024 QUARTER:
July 22 - September 8, 2024

REGISTRATION TIMELINE

Early Registration:  June 3 - June 9 (Open to all Spring 2024 students - note: a unique password will be emailed directly to the student email address ALH has on file)
General registration: June 10 - July 7, 2024
Summer 2024 Late registration: Begins on July 8 (additional non-refundable late fee of $15 per class and/or workshop)
Summer 2024 Schedule: July 22 - September 8 (unless noted otherwise*)
Summer 2024 Make-up week: September 9 - September 15, 2024

MATERIALS

All classes have a recommended list of materials that students are responsible for purchasing. Materials lists can be viewed by visiting the following page: www.artleaguehouston.org/materials

HOW TO REGISTER

All school registration can be made online or over the phone during our office hours.

For step-by-step instructions to register online, click here.

Online:  Register here at www.artleaguehouston.org/classes

Phone: Students may register by calling Art League Houston at 713-523-9530 ext. 2 & 3 during regular office hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Only credit card payment will be accepted over the phone.

ART LEAGUE SCHOOL POLICIES:

Before registering for any class, students must carefully read the Art League School policies. Please review terms and conditions before registering, which are subject to change, by visiting:

https://www.artleaguehouston.org/school-policies

Please note: The Art League School offers adult studio courses exclusively for individuals aged 17 and above. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering). Refunds or credits will only be issued for students who officially withdraw (all refund requests are subject to a $60 registration and processing fee) – before the school quarter begins. Unless officially canceled by ALH, registrations are considered final as of 10 days prior to the class start date. No refunds or credits will be given after the school quarter begins. All additional fees are non-refundable. Students must file a course drop form to file a withdrawal or transfer from a course (drop forms can be filed HERE).

CLASS CREDIT

Have class credit? Learn how to apply it to your next registration by going to: https://www.artleaguehouston.org/class-credit

MEMBERSHIP

Are you an ALH member? Membership provides a $35 discount off each class/workshop. To confirm your membership status call 713-523-9530 ext. 2 or 3 during regular office hours: Monday – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. To sign up for a membership, please visit the Membership section of our website. Note: memberships are valid for one year from the date purchased and are non-refundable.

Please visit the ALH School - About page to learn more regarding our tuition rates at Art League Houston's art school.


 

Flexible Access is a program focused on providing a continuing education opportunities through pay-what-you-can visual art courses for ages 17 and up. This program is part of a larger initiative to prioritize arts access and equity taking place at the ALH school.

Flexible Access es un programa enfocado en brindar oportunidades de educación continua a traves de cursos de arte en lo cual puedes pagar-con-lo-que-puedas para edades de 17 años en adelante. Este programa parte de una iniciativa más amplia para priorizar el acceso a las artes y la equidad que se lleva a cabo en la escuela ALH.

Drawing: Imaginative Problem-Solving (FA-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$375.00

Instructor - Gerald James Rhodes

All Levels
Wednesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 24 - August 21
5 weeks
$375 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 1


I love it when a dominantly left-brain thinker crosses that bridge to the right side of their brain! I often hear people sell themselves short by saying they are not creative. Here is a secret, creativity is just problem-solving. We, as humans, were born problem solvers. Which makes us all creative to some degree. Do you remember when you played with the box the toy came in more than the actual toy? Or, when you enjoyed the process of building the sandcastle much more than the actual completion of it?  In those moments, you were being creative! All you must do is dive back into making. In this 5-week class, participants will learn basic pen and ink techniques, diagram making, a little typography, and some principles of design. And a dash of graphics design logic. Some art and design history. You will learn how to have fun with note-taking, and better communicate with your friends and family. You will be able to remind your co-workers that, "Work. It's just serious play." - Saul Bass


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. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information 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).

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Acrylic Portrait Painting (FA-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Zach Mendoza

All Levels
Saturday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
July 27 -  September 7
7 weeks
$535 public / Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 2


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 both 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 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. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information 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).

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Open Studio: Airbrush Basics (FA-3) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
$100.00

Instructor - Loc Huynh

All Levels
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
August 10
1-Day
Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 1


In this open studio workshop, Loc Huyhn will share more about his studio practice and demonstrate basic fundamentals of using the airbrush as a painting tool/medium. Participants will get a basic understanding and ways to utilize airbrush to create marks, textures and illusions through small works on paper.


This workshop will be open to the public, please reserve a spot by registering. Pricing above reflects suggested donation. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information 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).

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Quilted Language: Storytelling Through Pattern (T-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$560.00

Instructor - Marley Foster

Intermediate
Wednesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 24 – September 4
7 weeks
$560 public / $525 member

Studio 2


In this course, we will spend 7 weeks exploring quilt block patterns as components of a visual language - letters in an alphabet, but instead of letters spelling words and building sentences, small scraps and shapes assemble to make blocks and designs. Quilts, and quilters, have always been storytellers. This class is for folks who are interested in learning the history of common traditional quilt blocks, so that we may read and use their compositions in new, more thoughtful ways. We will practice making the following blocks: Log Cabin, Flying Geese, Sawtooth Star, and Bear’s Paw. While making each of the four blocks in black and white, the group will discuss each one’s history and symbolism, and look at examples of how the blocks have been used.  In the latter weeks of the course, students will experiment with these traditional patterns - adding color, pattern, and your own symbolism and meaning-making to push their existing symbolism further. Now knowing what each block was created to signify, what does, or what can, it mean to you? How will you use it? If time is available, we will stitch 4 or more of your blocks into a quilt top, and if we’re moving at super speed, add a backing and quilt them into a wall hanging. Hand and Machine Sewing techniques will be covered. Scrap fabric will be provided, as well as black and white fabrics. Two sewing machines will be available for student use - if you have a machine you would like to bring for your personal use, you are welcome to do so. 


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.

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Handbuilding: Pottery for Beginners (S-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$580.00

Instructor - Nancy Rios

All Levels
Tuesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 23 – September 3
7 weeks
$580 public / $545 members

Studio 1


In this class you will be learning hand-building construction techniques, students will create a variety of functional pottery forms including mugs, vases, and bowls. Students will also learn about textures, surface patterns, and designs on their pieces. Emphasis will be on good craftsmanship and functional forms. Underglazes and application techniques will be demonstrated, such as sgraffito, inlay & transfers, Glaze education, and proper application for a beautifully finished piece. This class is limited to 8 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.

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Cuttlefish Bone Casting (S-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$345.00

Instructor - Mary Rogers

All Levels
Saturday, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
August 17 – August 24
2 weeks
$345 public / $310 members

Studio 1


This workshop will explore Cuttlefish Bone Casting and casting into wet straw (broom casting) as well as casting into alternative materials (pine cones, twigs, etc). Students may cast in Sterling Silver or Fine Silver. The instructor will have casting scrap available at spot price in 1 oz increments. Once castings are completed they can be incorporated with stone settings or cut into sections to embellish other constructions. Due to safety considerations all students must wear closed-toe, leather shoes while casting.  Open to intermediate to advanced students with torch skills. Contact instructor, Mary Rogers, for further inquiries. Please note: enrollment for this workshop is limited to 10 students.  

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Collages to Screenprints! Sponsored by Speedball Art Products® (PR-1) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
$270.00

Instructor - Tess Doyle

Beginner / Intermediate
Saturday afternoon, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday afternoon, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
August 31 + September 1
2-Days
$270 public / $235 member

Studio 1 + 2


This workshop introduces the basics of multi-layer screenprinting using the photo emulsion stencil process. With hand-drawn imagery & collage techniques, participants will create a 2-layer, color prints on paper. We will focus on gaining a sense of image building through texture, line and color transparency, in order to create an edition of prints. Participants should come with a collection of image ideas, mark making materials, and a readiness to experiment. This workshop emphasizes techniques for creating posters or fine art prints. This workshop will provide a basic understanding of the screenprinting process using photo-emulsion process. Students will learn everything they need to know to screenprinting in their own home/studio. We will learn step by step in stencil preparation, paper-printing options and color techniques. Please note: screenprinting products generously sponsored by Speedball Art Products® and materials provided by the ALH School.



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Painting with Watercolor (W-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$545.00

Instructor - John Davis

All Levels
Wednesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 24 – September 4
7 weeks
$545 public / $510 member

Studio 3


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.


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.

 

Mixed Media: Oil Pastels (MM-1) | IN PERSON CLASS
$560.00

Instructor - Nohelia Vargas Bolivar

All Levels
Monday evening, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$560 public / $525 member 

Studio 2


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 9 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. Please note: some tools and materials will be provided by the instructor.


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.

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Contemporary Collage (MM-2) | ONLINE CLASS
$295.00

Instructor - Josh Litos

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday evening, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 25 – August 15
4 weeks
$295 public / $260 member 

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This online course explores the making of art in the form of collage and assemblage, with a focus on the consideration of imagery chosen and material history of other mediums. The materials used in this course will be focused around individual interest and students are encouraged to bring in anything including but not limited to, fabric, photo imagery, drawings, paper, books, magazines, cardboard, scraps of wood, scraps of metal, etc. This first meeting will be an introduction to how to collect the materials one would need to start to make the work they envision themselves creating.


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.

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Elements of Nature: Mixed Media Watercolor (MM-3) | IN PERSON WORKSHOP
$185.00

Instructor - Lucinda Cobley

All Levels
Saturday + Sunday morning, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
July 27 + July 28
2-Days
$185 public / $150 member 

Studio 1


In this studio-based watercolor and mixed media workshop we will explore painting and drawing with tube watercolors and watercolor pencils. Various experimental effects will be employed to depict light and shadow and contrast using warm and cool colors with the addition of applications of translucent layers of collage, applied subtle textures and use of open unpainted spaces. Demos and exercises will incorporate further use of mixed media into watercolor painting, including resist mediums, different grounds, such as gesso and acrylic medium, and collage with acid free tissue paper and rice paper. The subject focus will be on natural elements such as water, rocks, and insects using photographic sources, for example, lily ponds and streams and small still life setups in the studio of water vessels and flowering plants to make mixed media studies. Contemporary and historical artists will also be referenced.

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.

Ink Painting: Meditative Approaches (MM-4) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Leslie Cuenca

All Levels
Sunday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
July 28 – September 8
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 member 

Studio 3


In this class series we will be learning how to unite breath, body movement and ink painting. Through meditation and yoga poses we can tune into the body and cultivate a sacred space for creative energy, intuition and inspiration to flow. We begin with a guided meditation to open and relax the mind, then progress into gentle body movement to help us understand our connection to nature and ourselves. These exercises are structured to be very therapeutic 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. Through meditation and body work, you have the opportunity to dive deeper into the creative spectrum and gain direct access into the right brain —the storage house of art!

Next, we will learn traditional and innovative ink painting methods to create animals, plants and other themes. We will learn ink grinding, brush movement and brushstroke technique. We will also be using different kinds of papers and fude pen to explore the different effects of ink. We will cover historical, philosophical and theoretical references to each theme. Suitable for all levels of ink painters.


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Classical Portrait Drawing in Charcoal (D-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Monday morning, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 members + additional live model fee

Studio 2

In this class, students are introduced to French Atelier training to draw the human portrait. The method of sight size, a fundamental scale system, is used to reproduce portraits 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.


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.

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Drawing the Face (D-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Zach Mendoza

All Levels
Monday morning, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 members + 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.

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Classical Figure Drawing in Charcoal (D-3) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Monday afternoon, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 members + 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.


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.

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Cartooning & Graphic Novels through Sequential Art (D-4) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Mike Stovall

Intermediate / Advanced
Monday evening, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 members

Studio 3


What are the stories you need to tell? Comics can precisely frame visual narratives, quickly deliver complex information, and resonate with readers emotionally connecting people of all ages, nationalities, and economic backgrounds. Students will learn about story structure, page composition, pacing, materials and techniques, character design, environmental drawing, and production. It is not a drawing class, but a class where you will work within your preferred style and learn how to create visual narratives. The work produced over the term will be put into a comic anthology that we will self-publish at the term's end. This class is recommended for intermediate to advanced students.


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Drawing: Color Pencils (D-5) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Peter Broz

Intermediate
Tuesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 23 – September 3
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 member 

Studio 3


This course is designed for those who have a foundation in drawing but want to hone their technical abilities with colored pencils. We will experiment with multiple kinds of paper/drawing surfaces and explore everything from quick sketches, toned paper drawings to full color renderings. The majority of exercises/projects will utilize observational drawing skills. You'll get personalized feedback and help with any stumbling blocks along the way.  This class is recommended for intermediate to advanced students.


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Basic Drawing 101 (D-6) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Thursday morning, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 25 – September 5
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Intermediate Drawing (D-7) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday  evening, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
July 25 – September 5
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.

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Basic Drawing 101 (D-8) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Myke Venable

Beginner
Saturday morning, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 27 – September 7
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.

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.

Intermediate Drawing (D-9) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Myke Venable

Intermediate / Advanced
Saturday afternoon, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
July 27 – September 7
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.

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Intro to Figure Drawing (D-10) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Sunday morning, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 28 – September 8
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Landscape Painting: Color Abstraction (P-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$545.00

Instructor - John Davis

All Levels
Monday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$545 public / $510 member

Studio 1


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.


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Introduction to Oil (P-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Josh Litos

Beginner
Monday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 22 – September 9 (ALH Closed - September 2)
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 member  

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This course explores oil painting and is meant for beginners. For this reason, the class will begin with exercises meant to get the students more familiar with using this type of paint and the mediums that come with it. This first meeting will include color mixing demonstration as well as a small study to be painted on canvas paper. As we move through this course, students will be encouraged to explore subject matter that interests them with oil paint.


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Classical Figure Painting in Oil (P-3) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Tuesday morning, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 23 – September 3
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Classical Portrait Painting in Oil (P-4) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Polly Liu

Intermediate / Advanced
Tuesday afternoon, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
July 23 – September 3
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.

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Landscape Fundamentals (P-5) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Steve Parker

All Levels
Tuesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 23 – September 3
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.



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Toward the Abstract in Landscape (P-6) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Steve Parker

Intermediate / Advanced
Wednesday afternoon, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
July 24 – September 4
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Landscape Painting (P-7) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Steve Parker

Intermediate / Advanced
Thursday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
July 25 – September 5
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Acrylic: Open Studio (P-8) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Maureen Lax

Intermediate
Thursday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
July 25 – September 5
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 member

Studio 2


This course is designed for students who are looking to develop their acrylic painting techniques further and complete larger projects while benefiting from instructor guidance and peer critique in the classroom! This class will follow an open-ended structure in which students can bring in their own projects and workshop ideas with an instructor, as well as receive feedback during periodic group reviews. The course will also include occasional informational presentations and demos on painting techniques and approaches. This course is recommended for students with some painting experience.


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Landscape into Art (P-9) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$535.00

Instructor - Steve Parker

All Levels
Saturday morning, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
July 27  – September 7
7 weeks
$535 public / $500 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.


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Abstract Acrylic Painting Basics (P-10) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
$185.00

Instructor - Erika Whitney G.

All Levels
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
August 3
1-Day
$185 public / $150 member

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In this class, students will be presented, will learn about acrylic painting through abstraction, and will go over materials, techniques, composition, and color. Students will decide on their painting based on one-on-one feedback with the instructor. This workshop is good if you have never made any type of painting.


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Gouache: Still Life (P-11) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
$155.00

Instructor - Maureen Lax

All Levels
Sunday morning, 9:30 PM - 12:30 PM
August 11
1-Day
$155 public / $120 member

Studio 1


This workshop will serve as a crash-course style introduction to painting with gouache! With the opacity of acrylics and the fluidity of watercolors, gouache is a unique and versatile medium with many possibilities for creative expression. During this one-day session we will dive into the specific properties of gouache as a medium, 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.


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