Fall workshops
The West Hartford Art League holds special weekend and one time workshops throughout the year taught by a varied group of instructors.
Clay Leaf Making Workshop Beth Reynolds Saturday November 7, 2 - 4 pm Schoolhouse Pottery Studio $60 members, $80 non-members
Come join in the fun of making your own leaf bowls & dishes for your Thanksgiving table! You will learn the slab technique as you roll leaves into clay, cut & smooth them and then glaze them with under glazes. Once they are fired, they will be ready for pickup on Saturday November 21 from 10-2.
Take Great Photos with your Smartphone -CANCELLED Peter Glass September 27 & October 4, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Clubhouse Classroom $115 members, $135 non-members
*This class will cover methods for for both iPhones and Androids
This class is for those interested in producing high-quality images with their smartphone cameras. That means learning and understanding the camera controls, as well as when and how to use them. Doing so will put the photographer in better control of their camera. And that will mean significantly improved photographs.
Please note: This class will not cover the taking of selfies.
Everything necessary for taking great smartphone pictures will be addressed, including:
-Learning how to use the camera controls on your specific smartphone
-Basic photographic theory
-Discussing and, if desired, installing other smartphone camera apps
-Suggestions for hand-holding your camera
-Specific steps to follow when taking a picture
-Useful accessories for your smartphone camera
-And, how to compose your photographs to produce truly wonderful results
