Summer Roosters
cock-a-doodle-doo
with Melanie Stanley
Come and have fun while learning to draw and paint a summer roosters on canvas with Melanie Stanley, award-winning artist and art instructor. In this class she will explore and discuss summer roosters scenes. There will be an emphasis on how to paint a background, how to sketch in a rooster that looks authentic, and then how to layer the paint down so that the colors work well together!
About the Teacher:
Melanie Stanley
She has a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education (Fine Arts), a Master of Arts in Special Education, and endorsements in Social Studies and K-12 School Administration. With 40 years of experience teaching children, teenagers, and adults she has loved encouraging the arts throughout her life. Melanie worked as an assistant principal and enjoyed sharing art experiences with all of her students. She has taught in both Maryland and Virginia, and in the last five years has taught fine arts (drawing, painting, collage, equestrian art, watercolor, art journaling, and mixed media) in Winchester, Leesburg, and Herndon. Melanie is a member of the Reston League of Artists and the Shenandoah Council for the Arts. She likes teaching mixed media because it welcomes fresh, unique ideas while encouraging the artist to truly explore the possibilities with a variety of art materials/tools and techniques. She exhibits in galleries throughout Virginia, has won 5 awards for her artwork (including two Juror’s Choice Awards and a Second Place Award), facilitates ART TALK (Local artists who meet monthly at Art Space), works in her home studio, and continues to enhance her expertise by taking numerous art classes and workshops. Melanie has written six children’s books that have been published and enjoys writing and creating art…and inspiring others to find their artistic voice!
This Design and Wine event is from 6 to 9 p.m.(Happy Hour Mixer 6-7pm) Each event is $35 per person which covers wine, light snacks and supplies. The event is limited to 30 participants. Registration is required with payment in advance.
This event is sponsored by Arts Herndon, Northwest Federal Credit Union and the Dulles Regional Chamber Young Professionals.
Do I need any experience to participate in Design and Wine classes?
Absolutely not! We are looking for savvy women and men who want to share ideas and learn new things.
Do you require registering for Design and Wine and how do I sign up?
The only way to secure a spot in one of our Design and Wine classes is to pre-register on our website. This allows us to make sure the class does not overfill and that everyone has materials and supplies! You can sign up by viewing the events you want to attend.
What is your cancellation policy?
These classes are going to be so much fun; we have a no cancellation policy/no refund policy. However, your reservations are transferable (space permitting), if we receive your request at least one week before the event, and reservations may be transferred only once. In the event, we do not have enough registrations to hold any class, your fee will be refunded or can be transferred to an upcoming class (space permitting). We will reschedule any missed classes due to weather as quickly as possible.
Do you have an age limit?
Our age limit to participate in Wine and Design is 21 years old. Please keep in mind that the law requires anyone who consumes alcoholic beverages to be 21 years of age or over.
What are the prices?
Design and Wine classes are $35 per person. The price includes all supplies, wine and light snacks.
What do I need to bring?
You need to bring yourself, friends and snacks if you wish! Dress comfortably, but wear something you wouldn’t mind getting sacrificed in the name of art and fun!
At what time should I arrive for class?
The event will start at 6pm with an hour of Happy Hour, with the class beginning at 7pm - come at least 15 minutes before 7pm to grab your seat and get comfortable!
