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NEWSFLASH::::

Preston's is still open despite construction! If you're wanting to stop by the store at Gardiner Lane in Louisville, here are some options:

Park out back (next to Goodyear), and come in through the back door.

Park in the front of the Gardiner Lane Shopping Center and walk in through the covered walkway, entrances located in front of Goodyear or Subway.

The store in Louisville is open 7 days a week!!!!!! Please stop by.

Adults who are interested in learning new technique or want time to create, check out these classes we offer!

Drawing Fundamental Studio � Trisha Griffin

Learn about the fundamentals of drawing and work on projects that will pull you deeper into the world

of art. Dry media, some color. No experience required.

Drawing & Painting-Joyce Sweet Bryant

Graphite, charcoal, pastel, oils, acrylics: Learn how to paint or draw with your favorite media in a

less structured setting with individualized instruction.

Drawing & Pastel - Joyce Sweet Bryant

Learn the basics of good drawing; composition, design and the techniques of pastels, etc...

in a less structured setting with individualized instruction.

Drawing Portraits from Life-Joyce Sweet Bryant

Learn to draw or paint the portrait from a live model using your choice of medium. Price

includes model fee. Emphasis on individualized instruction.

Getting Started in Airbrush - Gary Carver

Learn how to choose, operate and clean your airbrush. Know what materials and techniques

to get the effects you want. (Must have own Airbrush)

Oil & Acrylic Painting - Lou Ann Iler

Discover the fundamentals of painting; including color mixing, materials use and brush

techniques. Attention is given to developing personal style.

Painting: Intro to Acrylics-Emily Skiles

Learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting techniques and materials, or continue to learn

advanced techniques & develop your style.

Painting Studio/Intro to Oils - Wini Harrison

Beginners explore color, value, materials, and painting techniques. Further your study in oil painting,

enhance your paintings with glazing theory.

Watercolor - Cathy Hillegas

Basic instruction for beginners. Intermediate to advanced students may pursue their own projects

at their own pace.

Watercolor � Pat Ritter

Enliven your style; add new techniques to your paintings! Learn the basics of watercolor painting;

working wet in wet, color mixing, use of tools, etc...

For the teenagers, we offer:

Portfolio Studio � Sam Deitz

These classes will help students develop their drawing and painting abilities and critiquing

skills, while encouraging experimentation in technique and style. Ages: 13-17

Childrens' classes include more of a variety than ever!!!

Cartooning and Comics � Ted Nathanson

Learn the basics of cartooning: How to simplify what you see; expressing action and emotion, and

perspective, the basics of making your own comics including character development, storyline and

plot. Create your own comic strip!

Color, Composition and Collage � Lynn Busch

This camp will be an exploration of mixed media via collage. Students will learn about the elements

of color and composition as they create vibrant artworks of self expression.

Creating with Collage � Sam Deitz

We will learn how collage is half sculpture and half painting with paper! Materials are supplied,

but please bring photos, and some of your favorite things! (Don't worry, we will be using

photocopies of them)

Drawing Basics � Ted Nathanson

Learn to draw from observation and imagination. This camp will explore the fundamentals

of pencil drawing including line and value.

Drawing in Color � Susan Rogers-Heath

Enhance your drawings with color pencil techniques while learning design and basic drawing

to create colorful masterpiece.

Fabulous Fabrics � Lynn Busch

This camp will teach students how to use fabric as an exciting medium for art. We will

produce both decorative and functional art! STUDENTS NEED TO BRING A BLANK COTTON

T-SHIRT OF ANY COLOR.

My Sketchbook Space � Kim Eads

Learn all about drawing while having fun filling the pages of a blank book. Tell a story and learn

how to draw in the process.

Paint with Acrylics! � Sam Deitz

This crash course introduces you to the world's most versatile paint: Acrylics! You will learn all

the different ways to manipulate this amazing medium, and create a masterpiece of your own!

Watercolor Art Forms� Lynn Busch

Students will learn about the materials and techniques of watercolor and the three different styles

of art; abstract, realistic and non-objective.

Painting and Drawing in Pastels � Ted Nathanson

Draw and Paint with this rich and colorful medium while learning color blending and exploring

composition and creativity

Sculpting Safari�Kim Eads

Student will learn how to use materials and techniques in sculpting their favorite animal to create

their very own masterpiece.

Downtown Saturday next month will be July 7!!! Don't miss 20% off all your merchandise at your nearest Preston's location, downtown New Albany or Gardiner Lane in Louisville.

Gift cards are avaliable year round in-store or over the phone in any amount over $10. No black out periods or expiration dates.

Call 812-944-0181 or stop by!

Our Mission

Preston�s Arts Center, Inc. has been a family-owned business for 63 years. Don Preston and Kathy Brennan are second-generation shopkeepers. Over the past twenty-six years, Preston Arts Center has evolved from a paint and wallpaper store to a fine arts materials store.

Staffing has evolved as well. Preston's now looks for artists who can be trained for art materials retail and customer service. When interviewing staff, Don and Kathy look for people who have the heart of a teacher and a life-long learner. While many of the staff teach in the classrooms on site and elsewhere, they have educational encounters with artists of all types, every day. The work entails being a detective: What are you doing? What are you using? How are you going to do it? What that means is that they have to be able to carefully listen to you, the customer, analyze and detect any difficulties you may encounter, and recommend to you the best products, explaining why these will work well for you. Many days customers need technical advice on how to get desired effects with products, what may be necessary to finish a project, or how to use unfamiliar products. Preston Arts Center staff make sure the customer leaves with the products best suited for his or her needs. Then, there is the beginner artist. It is the mission of each staff person encountering a beginner to make art a successful experience for him or her by recommending products that work well and are in the right price range. Most times, recommending an appropriate class where the student can learn enough skills to enjoy the endeavor is the perfect answer. Each selling opportunity is an educational encounter for the staff.

What we have to offer:

Art Classes

Easels and other Furniture

Portfolios

Giant Canvas

Art Instruction Books

Gift Cards

Air Brush Supplies

Friendly Advice and Assistance

At the present time, most of the sales staff is made up of graduates or students currently majoring in art. We are privileged to have energetic, talented, enthusiastic young people who are eager to learn about artists' materials and who are excited to be able to share their knowledge with customers. They are a creative network, and Preston Arts Center is a rewarding environment in which to work. Staff is always discussing the creative work that they produce and showing it to other staff for praise, suggestions and friendly critique. They foster a creative atmosphere, which supports each of their endeavors.

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