Teen Art Classes in the Studio

Session ONE:  Fridays, Oct 4th-Nov 1st (5-wk session)

Session TWO: Fridays, Nov 15th-Dec 13th (5-wk session)

3:30-6:00pm

Instructor:  Heidi Lorenz
Tuition:  $50, includes all materials.
Full & partial scholarships available.  Please inquire by calling 603-863-3040 or emailing us at info@libraryartscenter.org

In our classes we begin with the basics & by understanding the foundations in art we can take our art to new levels. 

First in class we will do exercises that build and develop our visual language & skills.  Learning to ‘see’ our subject & the world around us will be what informs our art.  We’ll study form & what works or does not work. We will look at positive and negative space & learn how to use perspective to aid our art study. Breaking down shapes, form and color & learning how to pull all these building blocks together to create a compelling piece of art.

We also want to consider what draws us to art & creating & which artists excite you! 

In the second part of each class we encourage free form expression. A time to draw, paint and be expressive. You may work on any new or ongoing piece of artwork of your choice. Bring good quality reference pictures to class with you if you like!  This is a great learning experience that welcomes teen artists of all skill levels and interests and encourages each artist to grow his or her skills and portfolio.

Music with Friends!

for infants, toddlers & preschoolers  |  Instructor: Julie Love

Wednesday Mornings, 9:30am
Library Arts Center Gallery

Library Arts Center – 58 N. Main St. Newport, NH  03773

  *Pre-registration is required.   

$12 per family, per week
NEW!  Special “Early Bird” Rate of $8 when you register by 2:00pm the day before class!

Experience  making music together in this class designed for babies through five year-olds and their caregivers.  Music will come to life as everyone sings, dances, drums and claps, experimenting with voices, instruments and movement.   *Pre–registration is required, sign up online  for specific weeks, or the whole series.

Gallery Drop-in Art Projects

Select Saturdays – Drop-in 10:00-2:00

Pop into the gallery these select Saturdays to get creative and try out new mediums, techniques and materials!   Projects are designed for all ages, and all supplies and materials are provided.

FREE to participate and all are welcome to come and get creative in the gallery.

Gallery Drop-in Project Schedule:

September 21 – How to Paint your Pet (or any creature!)

Using watercolor and ink BYO photo of your pet and leave with an art piece.  Some animal references available if you don’t have a photo.

Fridays at the Newport Farmers’ Market

Select Friday Afternoons this Summer, 3:00-6:00pm 

Select Fridays, May 31, June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, and Aug. 9 & 23  *Weather Permitting

Newport Town Common

Free to participate, and all are welcome!

Join us at the Newport Farmers’ Market for free make and takes designed to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.  Enjoy live music and local farm fresh shopping at the same time. *New projects each scheduled week.

Project Schedule:

September 20 – Leaf Confetti Wands

Create magic wands with confetti made from colorful leaves.