Fall 2014 Classes

WATERCOLOR PAINTING taught at Gallery 510 in Dayton.

Wednesdays 10am-1pm – Fee $75. per 5 class Session.

Register by calling Loretta at 937-672-6717.

Session One – September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15

Session Two – November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10

This studio style class introduces classic watercolor techniques and builds slowly from the simple to the more complex. Topics include use of value, control of the medium, color mixing, and composition.  Demonstrations are part of the class. Painting from your own photographs is encouraged. Supply list available upon paid registration.

ACRYLIC PAINTING taught at Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering.

Thursday (see times below)– Fee $75. Per 5 class Session for Kettering residents/ $85 for non-residents. Register thru Rosewood at 937-296-0294

Session A –Thursdays 10am-1pm – Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16

New Time Option- Session B –Thursdays 1:30pm-4:30pm – Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16

Session C – Thursdays 10am-1pm – Nov. 6, 13, 20, Dec. 4, 11

This studio style class will explore the fundamentals of basic acrylic painting, from preparation of palette to various application techniques.  Compositional issues and design challenges will be addressed. Color use and theory will be a secondary theme.  Classes usually range from beginners looking for instruction on the basics to experienced students looking to refine their skills. Participants will gain experience in creating original acrylic paintings using their own photographs and resource materials.  Supply list available upon paid registration.

Loretta Puncer has taught drawing and painting for the past 11 years at a variety of places including Rosewood Arts Center, the Dayton Art Institute and her own studio.  She is comfortable working with students at all skill levels. 

Gallery 510 Fine Art - Loretta’s gallery/studio is located in downtown Dayton’s Oregon District at 508 East Fifth Street. Parking is available in from of the gallery on Fifth St., behind the gallery off of Sixth & Jackson Sts. and on Jackson St. just West of the gallery.

Rosewood Arts Centre – is located at 2655 Olson Dr. in Kettering, Ohio.  Rosewood’s phone number is (937) 296-0294.

To register or receive additional information contact Loretta Puncer by phone at 

937-672-6717 or email at Lpuncer@woh.rr.com.  Class size is limited so your payment must be received prior to the first day of class to reserve your space.

Still looking for a few more students for Ink & Watercolor Workshop next Friday & Saturday!

TWO-DAY INK & WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP –

A Landscape Painting, Start to Finish

Friday & Saturday, May 16 & 17, 10am-4pm, $95

Follow Loretta on a project from start to finish and create your own ink & watercolor painting step-by-step. Using the neighboring Oregon Historic District as a source for subject matter, see all the resources and techniques that Loretta uses for a landscape watercolor. You will go home with a finished painting and lots of information. Supply list provided upon registration, approx. cost $30. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Beverages will be provided.

Loretta Puncer has taught drawing and painting for the past 10 years at a variety of places including Rosewood Arts Center, the Dayton Art Institute and her own studio.  She is comfortable working with students at all skill levels. 

Gallery 510 Fine Art - Loretta’s gallery/studio is located in downtown Dayton’s Oregon District at 508 East Fifth Street. Parking is available on Fifth St., behind the gallery and on Jackson St. just West of the gallery.

To register or receive additional information contact Loretta Puncer by phone at 937-672-6717 or email at Lpuncer@woh.rr.com. 

Payment by credit card, check or cash is required in advance to hold your seat in any class.

Cancellation Policy – A full refund will be given by check or credit refund if received 48 hours before the start of the class.

Drawing Workshop Rescheduled for Sunday, March 9

ONE-DAY DRAWING WORKSHOP with Loretta Puncer

Sunday, March 2, 10am-4pm, Fee $50 rescheduled for Sunday, March 9

All levels of artists will gain a better understanding of the principles of drawing during this one-day workshop. Through a series of demonstrations and exercises based on still life set-ups students will study line, value and perspective. Still life set-ups are provided. Students provide their own drawing supplies- a list is available upon registration. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Beverages will be provided.

Loretta Puncer has taught drawing and painting for the past 10 years at a variety of places including Rosewood Arts Center, the Dayton Art Institute and her own studio.  She is comfortable working with students at all skill levels. 

Gallery 510 Fine Art - Loretta’s gallery/studio is located in downtown Dayton’s Oregon District at 508 East Fifth Street. Parking is available on Fifth St., behind the gallery and on Jackson St. just West of the gallery.

To register or receive additional information contact Loretta Puncer by phone at 937-672-6717 or email at Lpuncer@woh.rr.com.  Registration and payment must be received prior to the day of class to reserve your space.

Upcoming Painting & Drawing Workshops

A VALENTINE’S PAINTING PROJECT with Loretta Puncer

Friday, February 7,  6:30-8:30pm,  Fee $30

Enjoy a glass of wine and create two paintings, one for your sweetie and one for your best friend. Bring your partner, a friend or another couple and enjoy a relaxing evening of making art!  Two 4”x4”x1.5” canvases and all painting materials are provided. No artistic ability is necessary.

To reserve your spot contact Loretta Puncer at 937-672-6717.

MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP with Loretta Puncer

Friday, February 21 – 6:30-9pm - Fee $35

Let your artistic spirit run wild! Create an abstract contemporary mixed media painting under the guidance of painter and gallery owner Loretta Puncer.  An 11”x14” canvas and all materials are provided.  Bring a friend and have fun!

ONE-DAY DRAWING WORKSHOP with Loretta Puncer

Sunday, March 2, 10am-4pm, Fee $50

All levels of artists will gain a better understanding of the principles of drawing during this one-day workshop. Through a series of demonstrations and exercises based on still life set-ups students will study line, value and perspective. Still life set-ups are provided. Students provide their own drawing supplies- a list is available upon registration. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Beverages will be provided.

Loretta Puncer has taught drawing and painting for the past 10 years at a variety of places including Rosewood Arts Center, the Dayton Art Institute and her own studio.  She is comfortable working with students at all skill levels. 

Gallery 510 Fine Art - Loretta’s gallery/studio is located in downtown Dayton’s Oregon District at 508 East Fifth Street. Parking is available on Fifth St., behind the gallery and on Jackson St. just West of the gallery.

To register or receive additional information contact Loretta Puncer by phone at 937-672-6717 or email at Lpuncer@woh.rr.com.  Registration and payment must be received prior to the day of class to reserve your space.