National Steinbeck Center Art Classes & Workshops
The National Steinbeck Center offers an annual series of art workshops with Nationally acclaimed artists as well as 10-week long art classes taught by local artist, Paula Vershay.
Instructor Paula Vershay has encompassed a multi-faceted approach to the arts. Having had her start in the study of architecture, she found painting to be her true vocation. She has produced murals, owned and operated an art gallery, studio and retail store. She was featured in a series of how to paint television programs, and has been a credentialed instructor at Salinas Adult School for the past ten years.
For more information about art classes and art workshops please contact Paula at paula@steinbeck.org or 831.775.4739 or contact the Museum Store to register for classes at 831.775.4721.
Art Classes
Watercolor: Wednesdays 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Cost: $85.00 for 10 weeks
Even if you have never held a brush or drawn a line - you can learn to paint. Classes are fun and easy. Paint along with the instructor while exploring the Art of Still Life.
Kids Painting: Thursdays 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: $20.00 per class, includes materials
Research shows that learning art skills can balance your child's learning and helps to build their creative thinking. With creative thinking, kids tend to do better in math, reading, science and general problem solving. Creative children have a more well rounded view of the world, they are not afraid to be expressive, and their self-esteem is strengthened through their artistic accomplishments.
Beginning Drawing: Fridays 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $85.00 for 10 weeks
This class will guide you from the beginning strokes of the pencil through the understanding and application of perspective. This class is directed to the beginner and those wishing to LEARN TO DRAW.
Beginning Oil Painting: Fridays 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: $85.00 for 10 weeks
Steinbeck Country is rich in a variety of subjects that become the topics of these classes. Paint along with the instructor and create wonderful works of art. It is a great place to learn to paint.