Local artist Barry Singer formed the Art Room in September of 1994 when he saw the need for an art school for children. Eight students signed up for that class with Brandon Smith of Factoryville being the first. Since then hundreds of students have been inspired to explore and develop their art skills. The foundation of each class is drawing. All students learn the basics of sketching. Then lessons in still life, landscape, portrait, and cartooning are taught. Techniques with pencil, charcoal, pastels, ink, acrylic, and watercolors are demonstrated. Personal creativity is stressed. This is a class for anyone with a genuine desire to learn. Students are encouraged to begin portfolios of their best work.
Young artists from Fleetville, Waverly, Clarks Summit, Factoryville, Dalton, Nicholson, Kingsley, and Scranton practice art each week at the Art Room with visual artist Barry Singer . Lessons are held in two locations: Fleetville, and Clarks Summit. See details below or call 570-945-7807.
The Art Room in Fleetville Classes are held on Wednesday evenings, September through May. The first class is 6:30 to 7:30 (beginners, usually ages 8 to 11). The second class meets 7:30 to 8:30 (older or more experienced students, ages 12 and up).The Fleetville Art Room is located in the Benton Township Community Center (the former Benton Elementary School) near Fleetville Corners on Route 407 where it intersects Route 107. There is parking on the right side of the building. Go in the right entrance and straight down the hall. It is the last room on the right. Cost: $40/month. There is no weekly plan. (art supplies are included).
The Art Room in Clarks Summit Classes are held on Tuesdays September through May at The First Presbyterian Church, 300 School St. From School St. go downstairs, first room on the left. Ages: 8 to 11 meet from 4:00PM to 5:00PM. Ages 12 and up 5:00PM to 6PM. Cost: $40/month. There is no weekly plan. (art supplies are included).
Some useful information...
Wear old clothes. We use paint and ink that won't wash out.
For safety,parents should drop off and pick up young artists directly at The Art Room door. Please do not bring toys, food or drinks. Please no texting during class.
What about snow? If there is a little snow on the ground or in the air we will still have class. If Mr. Singer decides to cancel class, he will call you. Please feel free to call if you want to know if class is cancelled (945-7807). The driver should use his/her best judgement.
Make up classes. If several classes are missed due to bad weather a make up class may be scheduled for a Saturday morning.
Holidays. We don't have art class during the week of a major holiday (Thanksgiving and Christmas). A reminder will be sent home.
Bulletin Board. Student work will be displayed on the bulletin board. Check it out!
Donations: donations of art supplies from any source are welcome and greatly appreciated.
Art supplies are available in The Art Room for class use. As students learn about quality of materials, they will know what to invest in for their personal use. Buying kits with various markers and paints should be avoided. These are usually of poor quality.
To enroll call Barry Singer at (570) 945-7807 Or e-mail
b k singer @ epix . net