Experimental Techniques in Transparent and Opaque Watercolor
Groundworks Art Lab Printmaking Class
Explore the art of printmaking in this introductory class. Each monthly session features a different print project, such as printing on paper, creating cards, or printing on fabric. Class includes instructor demonstrations and hands-on assistance designed for all levels of experience.
Printmaking - WEST
Course #39681
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Friday, March 21, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Groundworks Art Lab Pottery Classes
Groundworks Art Lab Boulder offers monthly hand building classes. Participants will learn about the three fundamentals of pottery to make functional and whimsical pieces: pinch pots, coils, and slabs. All materials and tools provided, and all work will be processed at the Groundworks Art Lab facility. No experience necessary.
Pottery Class WEST
Course #39689
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, March 19, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Experimental Techniques in Transparent and Opaque Watercolor
Course #40327
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Wednesdays, April 23 - May 28, 1 - 4 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $70/$87 (6 classes)
NOTE: Each participant will receive a materials list to purchase prior to class (approx. $60), and the instructor will provide some materials.
Learn a variety of experimental techniques using transparent and opaque watercolor, including pen and ink techniques, mono-printing, and using sand and dyes, saran wrap, gauze and collage. Participants can work in both types of watercolors to develop a personal style using images or abstractions. This class is designed for all levels of experience. Instructor: Sally Elliott was a professor at the University of Colorado at Boulder and Denver in drawing and painting. She has exhibited locally and nationally for over 40 years and has earned numerous awards and honors.
CRAFTS: Dichroic Fused Glass Art Workshop
Course #40326
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Monday, May 19, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person
Create unique fused glass art using pre-cut glass bases and colorful dichroic glass embellishments. Dichroic refers to objects that show two different colors depending on angle or lighting. During this workshop, each participant will be guided to create two one-of-a-kind pendants or magnets. Finished pieces are kiln fired at the instructor’s studio and returned to the Age Well Center for pickup. Instructor: Melissa Sweetser is a Boulder native with over 10 years experience in glass art and a passion for bringing workshops to older adults in the Front Range.
Groundworks Art Lab Printmaking
Explore the art of printmaking in this introductory class. Each session will feature a different print project, such as printing on paper, creating cards, or printing on fabric. Class includes instructor demonstrations and hands-on assistance designed for all levels of experience. All materials provided.
Printmaking EAST - April
Course #40320
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Monday April 7, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R /NR $10/$13
Printmaking WEST - April
Course #40317
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Friday, April 18, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Printmaking EAST - May
Course #40321
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Monday, May 5, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Printmaking EAST - May
Course #40318
Where: West Age Well Center
When Friday, May 16, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Groundworks Art Lab Pottery Classes
Groundworks Art Lab Boulder offers monthly hand building classes. Participants will learn about the three fundamentals of pottery to make functional and whimsical pieces: pinch pots, coils, and slabs. All materials and tools provided, and all work will be processed at the Groundworks Art Lab facility. No experience necessary.
Pottery EAST - April
Course #40331
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Monday, April 14, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Pottery WEST - April
Course #40334
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, April 16, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Pottery EAST - May
Course #40332
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Monday, May 12, 1 - 2:30 p.m..
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
Pottery WEST - May
Course #40335
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Wednesday, May 21, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Fees: R/NR $10/$13
SPARK and Groundworks Art Lab Pottery Classes
This program is designed for individuals with neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, who are accompanied by their caregiver or partner.
Course #40342
Where: West Age Well Center
When: 2nd Tuesdays, April 8 and May 13, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
No Fee
Purple Art – Creative Expression
Purple Art invites participants to explore creativity through a series of mixed media art projects, encouraging free expression without judgment or prior experience. Guided by Cindy and Abby, participants receive support and enjoy a welcoming environment filled with humor and fun. Instructors: Abby Sivy and Cindy Parker are the owners of Bohemia, LLC, a local art studio that provides innovative, expressive art programs across the Front Range with older adults.
Purple Art - April: Choose a word, lyric, or poem and create a collage as daily inspiration
Course #40341
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Monday, April 14, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person
Purple Art - April: Recreate a picture using small paper mosaic pieces
Course #41169
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Friday, April 25, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person
Purple Art - May: Use pastels to create unique art pieces based on Kohlmeyer’s brightly colored patterns
Course # 40339
Where: West Age Well Center
When: Monday, May 12, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person
Purple Art - May: Paint and collage a portrait or self-portrait using cubist techniques
Course #41170
Where: East Age Well Center
When: Friday, May 23, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person