Tuesday, January 9, 2019, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. The cost of the class is $35.00 per person.
Courtesy photos.
SANTA PAULA — Embrace the new year with a creative spirit at the Santa Paula Art Museum! In the Museum’s “Women Create” class on January 9, 2019, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, students will employ Scottish artist Frances MacDonald’s dreamy and elegant 1900 painting entitled “Spring” as their muse. Using watercolor paints and tracing paper, teaching artist Mary-Gail King will guide students as they delve into the elegant shapes and patterns of Art Nouveau, and reflect on beauty, grace, and creativity. “Women Create” is an ongoing series exclusively for women age 16 and over. The class features a new art project, muse, and discussion each month. All skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. The cost of the class is $35.00 per person. Pre-registration is required, and online registration is preferred. You can register online at: https://www.santapaulaartmuseum.org/creativity. Having trouble registering for class online? Call the Museum at (805) 525-5554.
January class muse Frances MacDonald (1873-1921) and her sister, Margaret, established a shared studio in Glasgow, Scotland where they collaborated on graphics, textile designs, book illustrations and metalwork. Influenced by mysticism, symbolism, and Celtic imagery, their distinctive designs became synonymous with the “Glasgow Style” of the late 19th century.
Spring by Frances Macdonald. Courtesy image.
Teaching artist Mary-Gail King is an award-winning artist and self-proclaimed “Creative Catalyst.” As a Contemporary Impressionist she has a traditional Impressionist’s approach to paint and focuses on creating luminous color while capturing the essence of her subject. As a Creative Catalyst she helps people recognize and unleash their own creative powers. King is also an artist-in-residence at Studio Channel Islands in Camarillo and serves as the Museum Educator at the Santa Paula Art Museum.
The Santa Paula Art Museum occupies two historic buildings located at 117 N 10th Street and 123 N 10th Street in downtown Santa Paula. The Museum features rotating exhibitions of vintage and contemporary art, art classes for children and adults, artist talks and demonstrations, musical performances, a gift shop, and more. Regular museum hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Regular admission is $4.00 for adults, $3.00 for seniors, and free for students and museum members. A full schedule of upcoming events and classes can be found online by visiting www.santapaulaartmuseum.org. For more information, please contact the Museum by calling (805) 525-5554, or e-mail info@santapaulaartmuseum.org.