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Event Series It’s Only a Play

It’s Only a Play

NJ, United States

It’s the opening night of The Golden Egg on Broadway, and the wealthy producer Julia Budder is throwing a lavish party in her lavish Manhattan townhouse. Downstairs the celebrities are pouring in, but the real action is upstairs in the bedroom, where a group of insiders have staked themselves out to await the reviews: the excitable playwright; the possibly unstable director; the pill-popping leading lady, and the playwright’s best friend. Add to this a drama critic and a new-in-town aspiring singer, and you have a prime recipe for the narcissism, ambition, childishness, and just plain irrationality that infuse the theatre—and for comedy.

Event Series Drumming Among the Trees

Drumming Among the Trees

NJ, United States

Drumming Among the Trees Please Join Dana McCurdy in the Arboretum as he facilitates a beautiful, interactive experience for all those participating. Mr. McCurdy will guide the group in the drum circle, sure to be a therapeutic, meditative and recreational hour that initiates a deep human connection between rhythm, community and nature. No musical experience required. Children welcome if accompanied by an adult. Program is free to the public. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. All materials supplied

Event Series Portrait Drawing

Portrait Drawing Course: Adult

Portrait Drawing Course *12 week course starting September 11, Mondays through November 27* Students will learn how to create a likeness through observation. The structure of the human head, proportion, facial features, and rendering form will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on expressive line quality, and understanding the figure in terms of volume and form. Various dry media will be explored including graphite, vine charcoal and conte crayon. Demonstrations will be provided. This class will be taking place online using ZOOM. Instructions on how to access the class will be sent the Friday before the class start date. Materials Most of the following supplies may be purchased at any art supply store. Start with what you already have. Not all materials are needed for the first day. If you have any questions, please contact the instructor at oscar@oscarpetersonportraits.com. Paper (students may work on white, or colored paper, or both): Charcoal/Pastel pads (11 x 14", 12 x 16", or 18 X 24") assorted colors for graphite or charcoal and/or individual sheets Graphite Pencils: 2B, B, HB, H, 2H or Mechanical pencils (.5mm and/or .9mm- HB, F, H, 2H, 4H) Charcoal Pencils: Assorted grades (General's and/or Pitt) Vine/Willow charcoal sticks White Charcoal

Event Series Evening Handbuilding

Evening Handbuilding Course

Evening Handbuilding Course *Adult Level Art Course starting September 11, Monday's through November 27* This class introduces handbuilding techniques step-by-step, opening the way for individual expression and success in clay. The instructor discusses the production of three-dimensional forms, firing, and glazes. In addition students learn more about using surface design and texture using slips, stamps & carving techniques  Those with more experience are shown additional techniques to incorporate into their work. Between the ages of 25 and 35? Use coupon code UNDER35 to receive $20 off this class. Special Notes All students must comply with the Policies and Procedures found on The Center's website. There will be no refunds for students removed from class for failure to observe The Center’s Policies and Procedures. Materials Students require a basic pottery tool kit and clay. Students may purchase a set of tools from The Center or bring their own. Clay must be bought from The Center.

NJ Audubon Photography Instructors’ Summer Exhibition

NJ, United States

NJ Audubon Photography Instructors’ Summer Exhibition The New Jersey Audubon Photography Instructors’ Summer Exhibition will be held June 1 through September 24, 2023. Join the instructors for Sherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary photography workshop series for an exhibit of nature-oriented photography Phil and Becky Witt, David and Cathy DesRochers, Jack and Ellen Moskowitz and Jacki Dickert will have a show of their nature- oriented images in the Wayrick Wildlife Art Gallery! Gallery Hours Tuesday through Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday: Noon to 5:00pm Closed: Mondays Cost: FREE Location: Wayrick Wildlife Art Gallery on the second floor of the Scherman Hoffman Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd. in Bernardsville.

Morning Oil Painting Course 

Morning Oil Painting Course *Adult 13 week art course starting Tuesday's September 12 - December 05, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm The focus of this class is to train the student in the basic skills needed to paint in oils with particular attention to the use of color, light, shadow, composition, brush handling and materials. Students work from photographs from either the instructor or from their own collection. Every class, a weekly challenge will be demonstrated focusing on either subject matter, technique or other various painting elements. The student can watch the demo and either execute the exercise or use the demo as a learning tool and apply to their continuing project. NOTE: There is no class on 10/31. Special Notes All students must comply with the Policies and Procedures found on The Center's website. There will be no refunds for students removed from class for failure to observe The Center’s Policies and Procedures. Materials OIL PAINT COLORS Titanium White Viridian Burnt Sienna Yellow Ochre Sap Green Alizarin Crimson Pthalo blue Cadmium Yellow Ultramarine Blue Cadmium Red Optional: Portland warm grey and Portland cool grey (made by Gamblin) Ice blue (Richeson shiva series) Kings Blue by Michael Harding There are many brands

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