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A Lecture Series In the Ballroom: Artist Ken Landon Buck | October 13th | 6:30pm

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Join us in the ballroom of the Scudder House for a talk by artist Ken Landon Buck. This lecture is FREE, however registration is required.  Seating is limited. A cash bar and snacks will be available.

October 13th | 6:30 pm

Artist Ken Landon Buck

Serpent Mound: A Celebration

Join us in the historic ballroom of the Scudder House to hear artist Ken Landon Buck discuss his show, Serpent Mound: A Celebration. Ken will discuss his time spent at Serpent Mound, the people he met, and how it impacted his work. He will discuss several of the paintings on display, including what influenced him to paint each scene and what techniques he used.

Find more information about the opening reception of his show and the exhibit dates here. 

** Please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Gallery Hours Sept 29 – Oct 25
Serpent Mound: A Celebration
Ken Landon Buck

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Serpent Mound: A Celebration
One artist’s spiritual journey at his favorite sacred space: Ken Landon Buck has created a unique vision of his observations of Serpent Mound over the last three years. This show is composed of Indigenous people and their friends gathering and performing ceremonies on the Equinoxes and Solstices, people praying, performing their own spiritual acts, or being contemplative within the space, and also images of the landscape around the site. There are around 25 to 30 works of art planned for the exhibition in watercolor, gouache, and pastels. Artwork is for sale.
Gallery Open Hours: 
Monday, September 29 | 11am-1pm
Wednesday, October 1 | 1-3pm
Saturday, October 4 | 9-11am
Monday, October 6 | 11am-1pm
Wednesday, October 8 | 1-3pm
Saturday, October 11 | 9-11am
Monday, October 13 | 11am-1pm (Free lecture at 6:30 pm, register below)
Wednesday, October 15 | 1-3pm
Saturday, October 18 | 9-11am
Monday, October 20 | 11am-1pm
Wednesday, October 22 | 1-3pm
Saturday, October 25 | 9-11am
Please RSVP for the Gallery Hours as desired (free) by selecting dates from the drop-down list on the ticketing screen. When you arrive, please check in at the main office before proceeding to the Ballroom Gallery. Please, no pets, food or drink inside the gallery.
Enjoy a free lecture by Ken, discussing the inspiration and thought process behind the work , October 13th. More information can be found here.

Figure Drawing
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm
October 22 – November 12 | Ages 18-99+

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This is an informative 4-week charcoal drawing class that studies the nude figure. Students MUST BE 18 years of age or older to participate in the class.

Students will learn to work from gestural renderings to drawing form to completion under guided instruction.

THE USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED INSIDE THE CLASSROOM!

(Failure to comply with this classroom policy will result in an immediate ejection from the class.)

Instructor:  Ken Buck 

Supply List

All Supplies are included

Introduction to Gouache
Mondays, 9:00 am
October 20 – November 10 | Ages 16-99+

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Want to learn more about how to use gouache? In this four-week introductory class, you’ll learn how to start using its unique creative qualities to your artistic advantage, and about the materials and techniques you need to get started.

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Materials:

300 lb (640 gsm) Watercolor Paper

White watercolor Derwent pencil

Watercolor brushes suggested: a detail brush, one flat brush, a script or liner brush, a round brush

Water container

Watercolor palette tray,

4H Pencil or similar

Optional:  One Kroger freezer zip lock bag ( 2 gallon size) to slide your palette in.

Rag or paper towels

Art stores to get WN gouache, Holbein or Daniel Smith: Suders, Plaza or online stores for the deals and sets. Plaza says they can order Holbein sets if you call them and it is on their website.

You can get a primary set with red, yellow, blue and white, but I suggest buying the colors you use regularly in your palette, but it is expensive. So at least : Primary colors,  Permanent white, black (prefer Indigo instead of black) burnt sienna, and ultramarine blue.

Photo reference will be provided by Baker Hunt at Ken’s choice. Everyone will be painting the same image to completion for 3 weeks. Do Not Miss The First Class

Introduction to Gouache
Mondays, 9:00 am
September 22 – October 13 | Ages 16-99+

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Want to learn more about how to use gouache? In this four-week introductory class, you’ll learn how to start using its unique creative qualities to your artistic advantage, and about the materials and techniques you need to get started.

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Materials:

300 lb (640 gsm) Watercolor Paper

White watercolor Derwent pencil

Watercolor brushes suggested: a detail brush, one flat brush, a script or liner brush, a round brush

Water container

Watercolor palette tray,

4H Pencil or similar

Optional:  One Kroger freezer zip lock bag ( 2 gallon size) to slide your palette in.

Rag or paper towels

Art stores to get WN gouache, Holbein or Daniel Smith: Suders, Plaza or online stores for the deals and sets. Plaza says they can order Holbein sets if you call them and it is on their website.

You can get a primary set with red, yellow, blue and white, but I suggest buying the colors you use regularly in your palette, but it is expensive. So at least : Primary colors,  Permanent white, black (prefer Indigo instead of black) burnt sienna, and ultramarine blue.

Photo reference will be provided by Baker Hunt at Ken’s choice. Everyone will be painting the same image to completion for 3 weeks. Do Not Miss The First Class

Weekend Watercolors
Saturday, 9:00 am
September 27 – November 15 | Ages 16-99+

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Enjoy a relaxing Saturday while learning the art of watercolor painting. Learn useful techniques such as layering, creating luminosity, and working with white space. All levels are welcome in this casual class.

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor:  Ken Buck 

Supply List

Winsor Newton or Daniel Smith colors tubes

  • Permanent Alizarin Crimson
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Burnt Umber
  • Cadmium Red
  • Cadmium Yellow
  • Transparent Yellow
  • Cerulean Blue
  • Cobalt Turquoise
  • French Ultramarine Blue
  • Hooker’s Green Dark
  • Indigo
  • Permanent Mauve
  • Permanent Magenta
  • Permanent Sap Green
  • Rhodonite Genuine
  • Raw Sienna
  • Sepia
  • Phthalo Green

Additional Watercolor Supplies:

  • 4 H pencil and kneaded eraser
  • Watercolor paper; 140 pound to 300-pound, rough/cold press (individual sheets* or watercolor blocks)
  • Two plastic water containers
  • Rags or paper towels
  • Masking tape
  • A flat watercolor palette with multiple wells
  • Flat watercolor brushes, mop brush, and a script brush or liner

Please bring your own photographic images for reference each week.

*If using individual sheets of paper you will need a drawing board to attach the paper to.

Pastels
Fridays, 12:30 pm
September 26 – November 14 | Ages 16-99+

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Explore color through pastels at a beginner and intermediate level. Use traditional pastels as you learn about  mixing colors and layering processes. Create still lifes and landscapes using a photo reference. Expand your skills through demonstrations and personal instruction. 

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Please bring your own reference photo to class each week.

Required:

  • Pastel-toned paper with colors (pad or individual sheets)
  • Pastel boards or sanded pastel paper (your choice of drawing surface)
  • Pastels: Sennelier, Nu Pastels, Rembrandt or Great American
  • For paper sheets you will need masking tape or bull clamps, and a drawing board that is larger than your paper.
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Stiff bristle brush
  • Soft vine charcoal

Optional:

  • Pastel pencils
  • Cookie tray
  • Dish towel or rags
  • Wet wipes

Pastels
Thursdays, 6:00 pm
September 25 – November 13 | Ages 16-99+

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Explore color through pastels at a beginner and intermediate level. Use traditional pastels as you learn about  mixing colors and layering processes. Create still lifes and landscapes using a photo reference. Expand your skills through demonstrations and personal instruction. 

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Please bring your own reference photo to class each week.

Required:

  • Pastel-toned paper with colors (pad or individual sheets)
  • Pastel boards or sanded pastel paper (your choice of drawing surface)
  • Pastels: Sennelier, Nu Pastels, Rembrandt or Great American
  • For paper sheets you will need masking tape or bull clamps, and a drawing board that is larger than your paper.
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Stiff bristle brush
  • Soft vine charcoal

Optional:

  • Pastel pencils
  • Cookie tray
  • Dish towel or rags
  • Wet wipes

Pastels
Thursdays, 12:00 pm
September 25 – November 13 | Ages 16-99+

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Explore color through pastels at a beginner and intermediate level. Use traditional pastels as you learn about  mixing colors and layering processes. Create still lifes and landscapes using a photo reference. Expand your skills through demonstrations and personal instruction. 

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Please bring your own reference photo to class each week.

Required:

  • Pastel-toned paper with colors (pad or individual sheets)
  • Pastel boards or sanded pastel paper (your choice of drawing surface)
  • Pastels: Sennelier, Nu Pastels, Rembrandt or Great American
  • For paper sheets you will need masking tape or bull clamps, and a drawing board that is larger than your paper.
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Stiff bristle brush
  • Soft vine charcoal

Optional:

  • Pastel pencils
  • Cookie tray
  • Dish towel or rags
  • Wet wipes

Advanced Watercolor
Thursdays, 9:00 am
September 25 – November 13
Ages 16-99+

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Learn how to paint the people, landscapes, animals, or flowers you love. Receive personal one on one attention as well as daily demonstrations are given in order to help you grow in experience as a watercolor artist. Some painting experience is required.

No makeup classes will be made available in the case of illness or inclement weather

Instructor:  Ken Buck 

Supply List

Paints

  • Winsor Newton or Daniel Smith colors tubes
  • Permanent Alizarin Crimson
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Burnt Umber
  • Cadmium Red
  • Cadmium Yellow
  • Transparent Yellow
  • Cerulean Blue
  • Cobalt Turquoise
  • French Ultramarine Blue
  • Hooker’s Green Dark
  • Indigo
  • Permanent Mauve
  • Permanent Magenta
  • Permanent Sap Green
  • Rhodonite Genuine
  • Raw Sienna
  • Sepia
  • Phthalo Green

Watercolor Supplies:

  • 4 H pencil and kneaded eraser
  • Watercolor paper. 140 to 300-pound, individual sheets or watercolor blocks (rough/cold press). If using individual sheets of paper you will need a drawing board to attach the paper to.
  • Two plastic water containers
  • Rags or paper towels
  • Masking tape
  • Flat watercolor palette with multiple wells
  • Flat watercolor brushes, mop brush, and a script brush or liner.

Please bring your own photographic images to paint from each week.