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Web Site: http://www.gallery53.org
53 Colony St., Meriden, CT 06451
Tel: (203) 235-5347

Gallery 53 has art exhibits artisan gift shop, adult & children's art classes, and children's birthday parties.

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New Classes at Gallery 53

January 12, 2016

Zentangle - Zentangle is an easy method of creating beautiful images by creating patterns. Come learn the basics and let your creativity take off. It is both meditative and creative - a great way to handle stress, patterns. Instructor is Elizabeth Krall. Class starts Tuesday, February 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for 6 sessions. Cost is $35 plus $15 material fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Stained Glass Mosaics - In this class you will be guided as you make your own mosaic(s) using stained glass. Topics will include methods of mosaic application, appropriate tools, cutting techniques, adhesives, and grouting. Students may provide their own tabletop, birdbath, stepping stone, picture frame, etc. or use provided materials. Instructor is Chris Webster. Class starts Wednesday, February 25th for 6 sessions from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Cost is $50 plus $35 material fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Creating Mandalas - Mandala is from the classical Indian language of Sanskrit. It has become a generic term for a geometric pattern. Students will make their own mandala using collage and paint. Students will learn basics of geometric design, collage, stenciling and painting. Instructor is Diane Szymaszek. Class starts Tuesday, April 26th for 6 sessions from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Cost is $50 plus $15 materials fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Hand Building with Clay - This class is for both beginners and experienced pottery students. We will be exploring flat shapes; plates, cylinders, cups, vases etc. Students will learn a variety of construction and decorative techniques while expressing their own creativity. Instructor is Nancy Scilipote. Class begins Thursday, March 10th for 10 sessions from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Cost is $80 plus $15 materials fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Create your Personal Chalkboard - By using chalkboard paint and calendar pictures, you can create your own Blackboard. Picture frames, kids desks, small tables are all easily made into one. Instructor is Chris Webster. Class begins Thursday, April 14th for 5 sessions from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. Cost is $55 plus $15 paterials fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Coloring for Adults - STRESSED? Color can be therapeutic and creating beautiful art is a soothing and stress- relieving activity. Each student will select their own project(s) completing stunning illustrations to lift your mood and focus your mind. Instructor is Lauren Corazzini. Class starts Wednesday, Feb. 24th for 6 sessions from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Cost is $40 plus $15 materials fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

Drawing and Design - ?Unlock your creative energy! Students will learn fundamental design and drawing concepts; line, shape, texture, space and value. Media: pencil, charcoal, colored pencils and watercolor. No experience necessary. Instructor is Chris Webster. Class starts Thursday, March 10th for 5 sessions from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Cost is $35 plus $15 materials fee payable at the first class to the instructor.

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