Investigate contour, depth, composition, and perspective obtained from observing natural and still-life objects while working primarily with charcoal. Additionally, we will discuss the significance of different drawing materials and papers. Whether you are enrolling for the first time or retaking the course, you will certainly learn something new. No class 11/11. 

Bring the following materials to class: (approx. $20-$30)

• A drawing pad
• A charcoal pencil
• Soft or extra soft vine charcoal
• Strathmore charcoal paper
• Gum or kneaded rubber eraser
• A basic pencil (HB or #2)
• An easel (optional) 

Russel Whitten, a local artist and teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students adore his laid-back, encouraging demeanor.

Join us to learn about what assisted living actually is (and isn't)! We'll discuss how it gets paid for and a roadmap for your loved ones to set expectations for the process. Note: All information shared covers what independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home facilities look like in Maine and may not apply to sites in other states. Q & A follows the presentation.

Kaitlyn Morse, the founder of Maine Aging Partners, has spent time working in home healthcare and senior living. After working with over 500 families, she realized how difficult it is to find a clear and unbiased source of information in this field and wants to share her knowledge with you.

Register for your private one-hour appointment! Topics include social media, email and attachments, music apps, Microsoft Office, the internet, or saving, sending, and editing photographs. Get tips on backing up your work and virus prevention programs. Bring your laptop or use one of ours.

Jeanne Cassidy, MA, CPCM, PMP, has worked with computers for 30+ years in the military and aerospace industries. She enjoys sharing her extensive experience with people who want to become more familiar with existing technology.

Emotional Freedom Technique

Tap your way to better health and joy with an introduction to your body's energy system. Use EFT/tapping (on the body) to improve your health, relieve stress and discomfort, and increase your sense of balance, calm and joy. Discover the power of this straightforward instrument, and go home with the knowledge you need to use it!

Leah Wentworth of Inner Wisdom Health & Wellness is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Reiki and EFT/Tapping Practitioner. She is dedicated to restoring harmony to the body's energy system and offering suggestions for regaining inner understanding.

Are you a veteran or family member of a vet? Need help with health care, real estate, estate planning, or any of the many other aspects of life that veteran families face? Explore the benefits available to veterans and their families, including Aid & Attendance, Pension, and Disability, Dependency & Indemnity (DIC). Elly's interest in veterans' affairs lies very close to home; her father served in the US Navy for 20 years, and her brother is on active duty in the Navy. She is excited to be working with veterans and assisting with their estate planning and legal needs.

Eleanor Dominguez, Esq., has worked at Ainsworth, Thelin, & Raftice, PA since 2014, focusing on elder law, estate planning, and estate administration. In addition, she is accredited in preparing, presenting, and prosecuting claims for veterans' benefits before the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Regular sauna use can have positive effects on both physical and mental health! Discuss the history and health benefits of saunas. Learn regional cultural customs, sauna etiquette, the building process including information on expense, sourcing materials from local businesses, and how to design, build and maintain a sauna that meets your needs. Students will have a chance to check out a portable sauna tent!

Richard and Karen Gadbois of Driftless Sauna, LLC in Saco rent mobile and portable sauna tents and sell freestanding handcrafted wood-fired saunas in an effort to provide the community with a real sauna experience.

Learn new concepts and expand on your existing skills in color theory, blending and application. With step-by-step instructions, learn how to recreate still-life themes and comprehend the utilization of positive and negative space. Work on slightly more difficult still-life and landscape subjects while learning how to create the illusion of distance and composition.

Prerequisite: Watercolor Basics.

Bring 1 small tube each: cadmium yellow (light), cobalt blue, alizarin crimson, 1 paint palette (Russel says folding ones are ideal!), 1 round #10 watercolor brush; 1 inch wide flat brush, 1 drawing pencil #2H, 1 eraser, 1 lightweight board or piece of cardboard; and two sheets of Arches watercolor paper, 140 lb. cold press (approx. $80).

Note: Please purchase Arches, as the quality of watercolor paper is essential for handling the techniques you will be taught in class. Please bring any colors you already have. 

Russel Whitten, a local artist and teacher, studied at The Art Students League of New York, Heartwood College of Art, and is a member of The Ogunquit Art Association/Barn Gallery. Students adore his laid-back, encouraging teaching style.

Create a single block relief print by developing and carving an image into a linoleum block. Then ink the block and make a small edition of prints. All materials provided.

Gayle Fitzpatrick has taught in public and private schools, colleges and adult and community programs for 30+ years. She is a practicing artist, producing and showing paper, print, and painted pieces.