Classes + Camps
Oil Painting Camp! for Teens, 7/21-24, 1-4:30pm
Oil Painting Camp! for Teens, 7/21-24, 1-4:30pm
This perceptually based course focuses on painting from direct observation, with an emphasis on studying form, light, and space through still life. Students will become familiar with oil paint and the fundamental materials and methods of the medium, building a strong foundation for future work.
Throughout the workshop, students will develop skills in color mixing in relation to the observed subject, as well as core drawing concepts such as proportion, perspective, and form. We will explore key color principles—hue, value, temperature, and intensity—and how they function in creating convincing and expressive paintings. Students will also be encouraged to develop original, personal solutions in their work, gaining tools and confidence they can carry into their own individual artistic practice.
Meet the Teacher: Helen Cardamone
Helen Cardamone currently teaches middle and high school art at Pinewood Preparatory School. She holds a BA in Studio Art from Wake Forest University and an MFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. During graduate school, she served as a teaching assistant for three semesters, supporting painting and drawing courses for both undergraduate and continuing education students. Her studio practice focuses on oil painting and drawing, with recent work inspired by Lowcountry landscapes and the St. Lawrence River in upstate New York.
Helen is passionate about sharing her love of art with others and giving back to her community through teaching. She is especially drawn to those “lightbulb” moments when a concept clicks for a student, as well as the confidence and pride that come from creating something meaningful. She values the individuality each student brings to the creative process and encourages exploration while building a strong technical foundation—believing that understanding the fundamentals is key to developing a confident and expressive artistic voice.
Bookings for classes at Public Works Art Center are subject to the following terms:
- Your booking is not confirmed until full payment has been made.
- All payments are made online through Square. If you are unable to pay via Square, you can pay via check (please stop by the art center during business hours or call us at (843) 900 – 3225 to notify intent to mail a check). Confirmation of the class will only occur once the check clears.
- Painting workshops can result in paint getting on clothing and personal items. We advise you to wear old clothes to all workshops. We take no responsibility for damages due incurred at classes. Your personal items are your responsibility. You may be coming home from the workshop with a wet painting. Please ensure you have planned for how you will transport your painting home.
- Photos – You are welcome to take photos of your progress throughout the day. You will need to get the permission of other students and your teacher to take photos of other’s work. Note – Your instructor may take photos of the class throughout the day. These photos may or may not be used for marketing purposes including (but not limited to) use in websites, social media, blogs, advertising, print media and more. If you do not wish to be in photos from the class or give your consent for your images to be used for marketing purposes, then it is your responsibility to inform your instructor at the start of the class. Failure to notify your instructor will mean your acceptance of these terms.
- We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes where required. In the event of a cancellation by us, you will receive a full refund.
- Cancellation Policy – If you wish to cancel your booking, a minimum of one week’s notice is required. You will receive a full refund for cancellations where at least one week notice is given. No refunds will be given for cancellations with less than one week notice.
By booking an art class, you are accepting these terms and conditions and agree to be bound by them.
Please arrive at least ten minutes prior to the start of your class, and plan to stay the entire time.