Jana L Bussanich Art

Yellow Couch Sketch Hunters

$110.00

Sketch Hunters - September 8-November 17, 2020

Due to the pandemic, we have limited spots. Therefore, flexible drop-in is not available. RSVP is required via text message (719) 428-0167‬ or email to Jana@JanaLBussanich.com one week prior to the date you wish to attend. 24-hour cancellation must be received by text in order to retain your credit. We will practice social distancing.

Instructor Jana L. Bussanich explores downtown Colorado Springs Hunting Sketches. Learn to keep an art/travel journal using pen and wash techniques with permanent ink and watercolor.  During these instructor-led walking tours, participants will make lose sketches and paint scenes of downtown Colorado Springs in personal art journals. 

Each tour starts offsite at Jana L. Bussanich Art Studio located at 218 W. Colorado Avenue, under the bridge. Arrive at 8:50 a.m. to meet members of the group. Groups will depart on foot at 9:00 a.m., returning by 11:00 a.m. You may treat your registration like a five-class punch card: come consecutively OR to the sessions that work with your schedule.  

New students welcome! This class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Students under 16 are welcome and must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Current watercolor technique and color theory students are encouraged to shift away from their usual practice and acquire new knowledge and skill during this summer course. This activity includes urban walking, stairs, sketching, and painting outdoors or in local shops, libraries, parks, museums, and other public spaces. Bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. In case of inclement weather, the class will not meet. 

MATERIALS
Bring Sketchbook (#140 cold press watercolor paper recommended), Fine-tip Permanent, Marker, Watercolor Paint Kit with a brush, water pot, paper towel/rag, and mixing tray. Other mediums like colored pencil and watercolor markers. Keep it light and simple!


NOTE ALTERNATE LOCATION: 218 W. Colorado Ave.

*Due to COVID-19 Social Distancing requirements, classes are limited to 8 students. Classes take place out-of-doors, masks are required. Hand sanitizer will be provided on the premises.

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Testimonials

Kandi S.

Jana pushes her students to pay attention to what they are trying to achieve in a very thoughtful manner. She does this without telling us what to paint, but instead, she encourages us to explore areas outside our comfort zone while choosing our subjects and color.

Kandi S.

Julie R.

When I first laid eyes on the piece that had to come home with me, I had a visceral response and felt as though I was taking a trip into my past. Jana had composed 3 Colorado Springs scenes as a trio. These were of the Navaho Hogan, Herman’s Plumbing, and the art deco Garage at North Corona and Columbia. I’m the 5 th generation of my family to grow up in Colorado Springs, you can say the city is definitely in my heart and soul. I knew I could not walk away that night without at least one of them. I hope in time to procure the other 2...or more. Every time I walk past that painting I feel that tug to a different place and time. It takes a special artist that can evoke that level of response.

Julie R.

Elisa H.

Jana is a very supportive, encouraging, and knowledgeable teacher. Her teaching style quieted my fears and emboldened me to make art my way, intuitively. Her extensive knowledge and experience in color theory and watercolor technique helped me develop skills I haven't learned in college art class. And there's a saying that emerged throughout the two years I've been in Jana's class, "It's never just about art that you learn in Jana's class."

Elisa H.