Sherry and I are having our first "one man" show in April. A collection of approximately twenty five of our watercolors, half mine and half hers, the show is titled "The Two Of Us," it will run from April 5 through May 1, 2007, at the First Show Gallery at CC Lowell, 258 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA.

An artists' reception will be held at the gallery on April 7, 2007, from 1 PM to 3 PM.

Gallery hours are Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 7 PM, Thursday, 9 AM to 8 PM, Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday, 12 PM to 4 PM.

Note that 10% of the proceeds from any sales from the show will be donated to the Paul Wilgoren Baseball Scholarship Fund.

In case you're interested, here's the artist's statement I wrote for the show, which briefly explains our perspective on the show's theme, "The Two Of Us".

The Two Of Us

When Sherry and I met thirty four years ago, our mutual love for art was a major part of what attracted us to each other. Ironically, though art drew us together, we did very little with it until two years ago when we made the fateful decision to take a watercolor class at the Worcester Art Museum.

We’ve been painting up a storm ever since, taking one class after another with the same wonderful teacher, Kat O’Connor. We’ve been developing our skills together, often tackling the same subjects and struggling with the same problems, influencing each other, yet remaining distinct. We keep each other going, inspiring and encouraging each other.

As for Kat’s classes, we’ve taken three at the Worcester Art Museum, and three at our home. Out of these classes, a small yet vital group of fellow artists and friends has developed. We paint together, encourage each other, visit museums together, and just have fun together. We owe much of our continuing progress as artists to their influence and friendship.

As you can see as you view our show, our styles are similar, yet distinct, reflecting our differing personalities and interests, yet inevitably expressing the unity that comes from thirty three years of marriage. Sherry paints with great sensitivity and subtlety, building up her images with numerous small brushstrokes and delicate washes, while I paint boldly, often aggressively, using layers to build strong value contrasts and intense color. Sherry has most recently been experimenting with shape and the use of negative space to enhance her compositions, while I’ve been pushing my use of color, size and value to achieve even more boldness.

We hope you enjoy our show and thank you for coming.

Steve Collins

History:

• (Steve) Massachusetts College of Art, Boston, MA, fine arts 1970-1971
• (Steve) Southeastern Massachusetts University, N. Dartmouth, MA, graphic design 1978-1979
• (Steve & Sherry) Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA, 3 watercolor classes with Kat O’Connor, 2005-2006
• (Steve & Sherry) Worcester Art Museum Fall Adult Student Show 2005
• (Steve & Sherry) Wachusett Greenways Annual Art and Photography Show - Spring and summer exhibit 2006; Steve’s image included in annual cookbook
• (Steve & Sherry) Hopkinton Cultural Arts Alliance juried show, 2006.
• (Steve & Sherry) Clinton Olde Home Days juried show, Steve won 1st place in watercolor, 2006
• (Steve & Sherry) Arts Alliance, Hudson, MA, juried show; Steve won honorable mention
• (Steve & Sherry) Worcester Art Museum Special Exhibition, November 11 – 24, 2006

Sherry and Steve Collins live in Clinton, MA. They have three daughters, two sons, and five grandchildren with a sixth on the way. Sherry is the nurse coordinator for Accept Education Collaborative in Natick, MA. Steve is a software engineer at IBM in Westford, MA.

To give a sense of what our First Show Gallery exhibit looks like, I took a few photos at the gallery shortly after our paintings were hung.

This is the wall to the left as you enter the building, along with the first part of the longer back wall:

This is the rest of the back wall (with Sherry, in case you're wondering):

This is the wall on the right as you walk down the ramp into the C. C. Lowell store:

For more information about our show, see Our First One Man Show.

Wanted, artists to display their work at the Collins Artworks Art Center Art On Rotation Galleries.
We are currently taking applications from artists for shows at the AOR galleries. Each show is a 2 month commitment. For details and more information call Sheryll Collins at Collins ARTworks Art Center 978-368-3300. Also visit us on FACEBOOK. See link on sidebar

As a fellow Miata owner (I have a black '97), you know just how much fun that little Roadster can be. With the top down on a beautiful day, driving to the store becomes a joy instead of a chore. And driving for sheer pleasure becomes a part of your life. We have owned four Miatas since 1999 and loved them all.

My wife and I are members of a local Miata club, and though we're too busy to make every event, we really enjoy every trip we take with our club. There's nothing quite like zipping around some nice windy "Miata roads" with a caravan of other Miatas. It's a great opportunity to meet other Miata owners, to socialize, to enjoy the weather, and to drive some beautiful roads.

Being a man of multiple interests, I long wondered how I could express my love for Miatas in my artwork. So it seemed only natural to start painting them. This is a portrait of my 2005 Mazdaspeed Miata, painted in watercolor on paper:

Inspired by the "portraits" I made of my own Miatas, I decided to offer this idea to others. With Miata Portraits, you can now order original paintings of your Miata, painted by me to your specifications. I will paint your car in any media you prefer (watercolor, acrylic, oil, pencil, or pen&ink). I can paint from photos you provide (though they need to be good quality) or we can arrange for me to take photos of your car for you.

I also offer high quality prints from a growing collection of paintings of a variety of "standard" Miatas. Prints cost 25% to 30% of the price of an original painting, so if money is tight, ask me what you would like. There's a good chance that we would have what you're looking for, and if we don't, I would very likely paint something suitable and sell you the first print.

Obviously, the Miata is not the only car that's special enough to paint. If you have a car that you love and want me to paint, let me know, Miata or not!

Prices vary by media, size, and whether it's an original or a print. So contact me to discuss what you want and I will quote a price accordingly. Call me, Steve Collins, or fill out and submit the online contact form below and I will reply as soon as possible.

Miata Portraits is a service provided by our gallery, Collins Artworks. We also offer full service custom framing and digital imaging, both of which are available to you for your Miata portraits. We can frame your paintings and prints. We can print to any size on a variety of paper types and canvas. We can print greeting cards, post cards, and posters. Ask us what you would like to do!

Thanks for visiting and I hope to hear from you soon.

For more information and to request a quote, visit Miata Portraits

Susan Swinand, AWS will be teaching every other Thursday evenings in the spring Starting in March 2012. Sign up for advanced watercolor with Susan Swinand. Make checks out to Collins Artworks for $175. Collins Artworks accepts all major credit cards. Mail checks to Collins Artworks 18 High St. Clinton, MA 01510. You may also pay by credit or debit card, check or cash. We also accept Paypal or call and pay by phone. 978-368-3300

Maximum Class size: 12

When: Every other Thursday evening 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Dates: Pending

Registration is open

Patty Kelly will be teaching every other Thursday evenings in the spring in March 2012. Sign up for advanced oil / acrylic painting with Patty Kelly. Make checks out to Collins Artworks for $175. Collins Artworks accepts all major credit cards. Mail checks to Collins Artworks 18 High St. Clinton, MA 01510. You may also pay by credit or debit card, check or cash. We also accept Paypal or call and pay by phone. 978-368-3300

Maximum Class size: 12

When: Every other Thursday evening 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Dates:Pending

Registration is open

We are a full service custom frame shop offering the local community of Clinton, MA, and surrounding towns high quality framing, excellent service and fair prices. We carry a wide array of frame moldings from a variety of suppliers (Decor, Larson Juhl, Don Mar, and more), and mats from Crescent, Bainbridge, Peterboro and Rising.

We carry a range of "readymade" frames made of the same quality moldings we use in our custom frames. Because they are preassembled at standard sizes, you save money.

We frame to archival standards, meaning that we only use acid-free materials, and all our frames are sealed against dust and moisture. We offer glass and acrylic glazing with UV protection, and plain glass and acrylic if you prefer.

You will get our undivided attention during the design process, insuring that you get a result that works for your piece, that fits in the environment it will occupy, and that suits your budget. We will never pressure you into a choice, and there's no obligation to order.

No job is too small or too big. We offer a number of ways to keep the price down while providing a quality result. Likewise, we can give your project those special extras: custom fabric mats, fillets, multiple openings, shadowboxes, oval frames, and more.

Give us a call or stop in to discuss your next framing project. Again, there is no pressure and we would love to work with you to create something special.

This is the current price list for our digital imaging and giclee print services. We can print on other papers than those listed here, so let us know what you need and we'll provide a quote. The list is in Adobe PDF format. A free PDF file reader can be downloaded here

All products are subject to Massachusetts sales tax with the exception of charges for scanning and labor.

As an extension of our digital imaging services, we offer artists top quality giclee printing on a range of fine art papers and canvas using our state of the art printer, an Epson Stylus Pro 7900. The 7900 uses Epson's pigmented Ultrachrome K3 inks, providing the highest resistance to UV fading available, truly exceptional color, and spectacular black and white prints.

Though we generally print on Epson fine art papers and canvas, we can print on any surface you prefer.

	Giclee prints on canvas mounted on gatorboard and ready to cut

We can scan your originals ourselves or work with an existing digital image that you provide, in which case the image needs to be at least 300 dpi and of high quality. We also ask for access to the original so we can match colors as accurately as possible.

	More mounted giclee prints ready to cut

We will work closely with you to insure a good result. If you like, we can show you proofs (small prints) prior to printing, which gives you the opportunity to confirm color and tone accuracy and to suggest changes as needed.

We always treat canvas prints with a protective coating, and can either stretch them on stretcher bars or mount them on gatorboard. We can also frame them or mat them for you.

We know first hand the need for high quality prints at affordable prices, and we are committed to providing this to you, our fellow artists.

We are currently registering children for our educational, fun and very affordable children's art classes. Note that tuition payments for our classes are tax deductible.

The "Kids Art Discovery" program is an ongoing, open enrollment series of themed art classes for ages 6 to 13 held every weekday afternoon. Tuition is prorated based on the number of days per week your child attends class. For example, one day a week is $60 per month. Classes start after school and end at 5 pm. Transportation from the Clinton, MA schools is available for $10 per month.

We will explore different methods and media to produce their works of art: watercolor, tempera, oil pastels, Cray-Pas, colored pencils, watercolor crayons, markers, clay, Model Magic, crayons, batik, and more. Kids will also make their own textured papers and explore creative uses for available materials. Also taught are basic art principles: line, drawing, positive/negative space, composition, color etc.

Let Collins Artworks entertain at your child's next birthday party. Our birthday packages are custom tailored to fit your child's personality or their own birthday theme. Choose from our themed programs or craft art activities such as painting cars, designing stylish hats or masks, making crazy critters, a collage inspired by a famous artist, American graffiti urban art, cultural art forms, and many more. All activities are age appropriate for children 3 to 12 years old. There are many lessons to choose from and the kids leave with beautiful, original art work to remember the day, and they have a blast creating it.

There is a minimum cost of $200 for up to 10 children including the birthday child. Two additional children can be added for ages 3 to 5 or 8 children for ages 6 to 12 at a cost of $15 per child. An "art goody bag" is given to each party guest and a special art gift is given to the birthday boy or girl. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking. Your party must be booked at least two weeks in advance.

A beautifully designed birthday cake can be added for an additional $15 to $20 in the design of your choice. Add a birthday party photographer to capture the birthday party memories in photos or have your child's birthday pictures taken at our photography studio for an additional cost. Our sheet price is $16 per 8"x10" sheet. We offer affordable package discounts.

With our "Mommy and Me" program you have a choice of projects to do with your child. "Mommy and Me" offers moms, grandmas or dads enjoyable art projects to make with their children. Project directions and supplies are included in the price. Each week new projects are added. You can come in and take the class at any of the days and times noted in the schedule. The class is every day at 1pm. This class will expand to mornings as interest increases.

• Paint Your Own Ceramics: elephant,($10), duckling ($8)
• Bird House: Build and paint a bird house -($8)
• Wooden Car: Paint a wooden car- ($6)
• Creative Collage: Make a collage after a famous artist. -($10)
• Puppet: Make and paint your own puppet- ($6)
• Pottery: Make and paint a coil or slab pot. Two sessions needed to complete- ($12)
• Masks: Make your own mask for Halloween or just for fun. A choice of masks will be available. -($8 to $10)
• Make a landscape: Use print making, painting and collage to make your landscape.- ($10)
• Canvas Bag: Design and paint your own canvas bag with fabric markers- $10
• Discovery Planet: Paint and create things under your feet, inside the earth and out of this world. -($10)
• Night At The Museum: Make your own Egyptian art or aboriginal dot painting- ($10-large project) ($8 -small project)

We offer projects for the boy scout or girl scout that needs an art project to earn a badge.
Show the teacher your badge project and she will guide you with an art project that will earn you the badge. Prepare to be the envy of your troop. Price varies depending on complexity and length of the project. Call to sign up.

Teen artists can sign up for our themed art classes for portfolio development or just for fun. We will explore different media and methods to produce their works of art: watercolor, oil, acrylic, tempera, oil pastels, Cray-Pas, colored pencils, watercolor crayons, markers, clay, Model Magic, crayons, batik, etc. We incorporate basic art theory in our classes, covering line and form, drawing, positive/negative space, composition, color etc. We even offer an "American Urban Graffiti" class that's scheduled according to demand.

Kids art class prices-
Kids art class prices School vacation- Full day 9-4: $150 First child, $145 second child, $140 third child. Half day: $85 first child, $80 second child, $75 third child. Anymore kids $75 thereafter.
Kids art classes summer camp- Full day 9-4: $160 first child, $155 second child, $150 third child. Half day: $90 first child, $85 second and $80 third: Anymore kids $80 thereafter. Sign up for more than one week take further discount- 1st week- $160, 2nd week- $155, third week $150. Every week thereafter $150 per week. Sign up for the summer 7 weeks get 1 week free.
Extended day am/pm $10 a day extra.

After school or Saturday- $60 a week (1 day a week for 4 classes). 2 days a week $115 a month 8 classes a month.
Pick up after school for class is $10 per month.

Each lesson is taught based on student age and skill level. Tuition is $60 for 4 weeks, 1 day per week. Portfolio development tuition is $85 for 4 classes. Classes run from 3 PM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Transportation from the Clinton schools is available at $2 per ride.

Similar to our after school kids discovery classes, the Saturday class runs from 9 am- 11 am Tuition is $60 for 4 Saturdays.

Currently offered on Mondays from 1 PM to 2 PM. Ask about our discounted tuition group rates. Your Program is designed for your specific group.Call for details.

Great for working parents and for last minute arrangements for your child on a professional development day, holiday, or any other day when there's no school. Sign your child up for a day of art making. Call to register. Parents are responsible for transportation on snow days. Class will be canceled in the event of a snow emergency (over 2"). Cost - $30 from 9 AM to 4 PM. Extended day available morning and or late afternoon for an additional fee.

We offer all day art camps for February vacation, April vacation and 7 weeks of summer vacation. Sign up today. Summer camp begins in June and runs for 7 weeks.

Each vacation week art camp runs for 5 weekdays in 2 sessions. The morning session is 9 AM to noon, and full day session is 9 am to 4 pm. The cost for a week of 1 session (morning or afternoon) is $90. A week for full day is $160. Tuition discounts apply and are prorated for number of children (2 or more) if paid early and for full day program. Extended day is available. If you sign up early for several weeks an additional discount applies.

*A Registered nurse is available but not present all day. If your child has a medical need please speak to the director. Our staff is trained in CPR, First aid, Epi-pen. We have trained staff in art education.

*Please see our refund policy link on the margin.

Different themes are explored. Examples are "Movie making" with clay models, "Harry Potter's Fantasy Art Class", "Artistic Time Travel", etc. See Summer school listing. The children will use a range of media and methods to produce their works of art, including watercolor, tempera, oil pastels, Cray-Pas, colored pencils, watercolor crayons, markers, clay, Model Magic, crayons, etc. Art theory is incorporated into all our lessons: line and form, drawing, positive/negative space, composition, color, and more. Each lesson is tailored to each student's age and skill level.

Email collinsartworks@comcast.net or use Contact Us, or stop in the store.

We (Sherry and Steve Collins) founded Collins Artworks in Clinton, Massachusetts, USA, with a vision of promoting the work of local artists by offering a suite of art-related products and services to the community. Our gallery carries original works of art, along with prints, cards, jewelry, stained glass, and other art products created by over thirty local artists.

We are also a full service custom frame shop, specializing in archival quality framing at reasonable prices.

We can create high quality reproductions of your fine art, photos, and other items. We specialize in fine art reproductions (giclée), and can create restored prints of damaged and faded artwork and photos.

Our kids art classes are a great after school and Saturday activity, building self-esteem through the joy of creativity. And our adult classes and workshops cover a range of media for students at all skill levels.

We also provide art consulting services for businesses and institutions, and graphic design services.

Our Art on Rotation Gallery represents over eighty local artists, showing their work at Thayer Memorial Library in Lancaster, MA, at Thai Time Restaurant in Clinton, MA and at the Collins Artworks gallery space in Clinton, MA.

In everything we do, we are committed to giving you uncompromising quality, a great price, and true customer service.

Giclee Printing, Imaging and Artist Representation

"In the past couple years I’ve had requests for prints of my original acrylic paintings. I’ve been especially pleased with the fine art giclée prints I’ve had produced at Collins Artworks. I attribute the high quality of the prints to Steve Collins keen eye for color. As an artist himself, he’s talented, and is able to make the giclée a beautiful likeness of my original work. Steve and Sheryll Collins work very hard to showcase the talents of emerging and established artists in their art center in Clinton and I like that they can offer artists the option of selling prints of their original works." - Lori MacDonald Fine Art Acrylics about Giclee Printing and Artist Representation

Kid's Art Programs

These are his words and spelling from one of Kids Art Discovery summer art camp 2011.
"I realy love Collins Artworks because they have the best art classes. They also have very good teachers. I learnd many things, that help me. That is why I love Collins Artworks." - Brian Conville age 9

These are his words from his Thank you card.
"I love when I come to Collins Artworks. I love it so much because we do great progects. Thank you!" from Brian Conville age 9
On the back of the card is a drawing of a kid drawing with a smile on his face.

"The "Night at the Museum" week of art camp was really fun. I really thought the Egyptians and gods stuff was cool. We made canopic jars which were really cool. We learned about hieroglyphics and other fun stuff." - Johnathan Williams, Lancaster, about art camp.

"We learned some things about the camera and how to find something to take pictures of. It was fun." - Johnathan Williams, Lancaster, about photography camp.

"I loved the week at "Night at the Museum" art camp. Learning about the hieroglyphics and Egyptian stuff was the best!" - Benjamin Williams, Lancaster, about art camp.

"Photography camp was neat. We went outside and found different things with different shapes and textures to take pictures of." - Benjamin Williams, Lancaster, about photography camp.

"I liked "Night at the Museum" a lot, especially the hieroglyphics and making the shield. We drew pictures about Egyptian stuff. It was just so much fun and I was impressed on how my picture turned out." - Zachary Williams, Lancaster, about art camp.

"I liked how we could go outside, run around, and take pictures. I learned about how to get them on computer and edit them. We learned about the grid system and rules of design and what makes a good picture. I also learned to take pictures of anything and not worry about it being perfect." - Zachary Williams, Lancaster, about photography camp.

"Collins Artworks art and photography camps were just what I wanted for my boys. It was very affordable for 3 children and offered 1/2 day (my pick) or all day camp depending on one's needs. The teachers are award winning professional artists who really enjoy teaching the kids. They teach basics while encouraging an individuals touch and creativity. I'd recommend this camp to anyone." - Pam Short, Lancaster.

"Both my daughters have taken art classes with Sheri--it is well worth the investment of time and money. Sheri does a very thorough and thoughtful job of planning out her sessions by theme and exposing the kids to art techniques and artists from a variety of cultures. I have noticed much of what Sheri teaches coming through in the "doodles" and general craft-time here at home--clearly the girls are absorbing so much. Thanks Sheri!" - Jen Wiley-Cordone.

"We can across Collins Artworks one busy evening and decided to come back to see what kind of services were offered and was delighted to see that art classes were being offered for children teaching them a broad range of artistic methods as well as educating them on the basics and history of art. My son who enjoyed art before Collins Artworks with 3 D art, colored pencils, aborigine art, watercolor, hieroglyphic art, graffiti, model magic and many other methods that I've lost count of. I can't say enough how much he's enjoyed coming to Collins Artworks and looks forward to the various camps being offered this summer. Thank you to Mrs. Collins and her staff for sharing your passion for art." - Susie and Brian Conville, Sterling, MA

"My 8 year old son LOVES art. When it was clear that he wanted more exposure than his school could provide, we checked out Collins Artworks in Clinton, MA. The director , Sheryll Collins, and her husband, foster children's passion for the art process. using all kinds of media, they encourages the child's creative mind and engage their blossoming skills. With art shows periodically during the year, inviting families and friends, the Collins showcase the children's artwork, giving the children another artist experience. My son tried a week long art camp during the summer. he had a grand time! It's clear that the Collins love children, and enjoy working with them." - Mellyn Shurtleff, Sterling, MA

Custom Framing and Portrait Photography:

"We love our new family portraits! Thanks, Rachel: Great job in the studio. Thanks, Stephen, for the custom framing. Gave away 2 framed family portraits to the grandparents this past weekend. They loved them. :)" - Kathy Tamburri.

"We are new to the area. Sheryll & Steve were recommended to us by our neighbors. We brought them two prints that needed matting. Our son-in-law was making the frame. They worked with me to help decide on the best matting choices that would help the prints "pop". Once the frames were completed, we brought them in and Steve assembled it all. They offer attention to detail, quality workmanship, and they were great to work with. I would definitely recommend them!" - Sue Scarlett

Adult Art Classes:

"I enjoyed our watercolor class this past winter/spring. It was a great review for me.
Got me painting again in watercolors." - Alice Trussell.

If you've never painted before and would like to give it a try, if you've painted in the past but have been away too long, or if you already paint and would like to try a new medium or sharpen your skills with a medium you already use, consider our classes for adults. Generally scheduled for weekday evenings from 6:30 PM to 9 or 9:30 PM and Friday afternoons, we offer classes in a variety of media for students at all levels of experience. All our classes are small (no more than 12 students), our instructors are highly qualified, and our tuition is low. Detailed information about specific offerings can be found on this page.

If you are interested in attending a class that we don't seem to offer, please let us know. We are always planning new classes and your requests directly impact what we decide to offer.

If you represent or belong to an artists group in the local area (within reasonable driving distance of Clinton, Massachusetts), we and many of our artists are available to give demos. We would need to hear from someone from your group responsible for planning meetings so we can learn more about your group, decide what kind of demo would be most appropriate and plan the actual event.

In addition to our regular classes, we will occasionally offer a related two or three day workshop or plein air outing by one of our associated art instructors. These special events offer a more intense creative experience than you generally get from the regular classes.

As opportunities arise and our schedule allows, we also host workshops by visiting artists.

If you are an artist interested in running a two day, three day, or even week long workshop, plein air outing, or other special art class or event in a rural New England setting, let us know. We can work with you to facilitate your workshop and to make it a success.

Up-to-date information about our art classes, workshops and demos can always be found here on our web site and in our periodic email newsletter.

To sign up, click here and fill out the form, or call (978) 368-3300.

To read testimonials about our programs please go to "About Us"- What customers are saying.

Save on taxes:

Did you know that our after school and camp sessions qualify as a childcare expense and can be deducted on your taxes if used for after school care or daycare for your child? All you need is our tax ID.

The 2011 Collins Artworks Summer Art Camp offers 7 exciting, fun and educational weeks of theme-based art instruction for kids of all ages. For more information, or to register, call us or stop in at the gallery.

Week 1, July 11 through July 15, 2011: Artistic Time Travel/ Mythical Creatures

Travel back in time to different countries when mythical stories and creatures were the norm. Discover The Dragon of China, Loch Ness Monster of Scotland etc.. Invent new creatures.....Learn about the methods used by ancient artists, and the beliefs that inspired them. Students will discover ancient art forms and customs and will apply what they learn to making art like the artists of ancient Scotland, Egypt, Australia, America, China, and more.

Week 2, July 18 through July 22, 2011: Kitchen Sink

Create works of art using different things found in your home. Bring your toilet paper rolls, tissue paper, wire, twisties, boxes, old mirrors, newspaper, buttons etc. Students will use recycled materials to make new works of 3D sculptor. Students will study the work of other sculptors and use what they learn to create works of art using similar methods and techniques.

Week 3, July 25 through July 29, 2011: Harry Potter's Fantasy Art Class

Come each day and enter into the magic of fantasy art. The students will be entering their first year at Hogwart's and will be taking their first magical art class. They will be using all types of materials to create their own fantasy, magical creatures. The art of fantasy art will be explored.

Week 4, August 1 through August 5, 2011: Pirates and Ships

Explore the art of the Caribbean and create your own fantasy ships, island and pirates. The kids will learn basic color theory by looking at images of paintings by famous island artists.

Week 5, August 8 through August 12, 2011: Transformers- Art

Students will enter the world of the transformers. Be careful put your seat belts on! Be ready to transform your paper and clay into 2 bodied creations. Is it a sports car or robot? Is it a phone or a ___? The students will take their own pictures with their camera at home of every day objects and print them out on regular paper (2 objects) and bring them in for a collage project. Artists will be studied that use "transforming techniques." Students will study the work of these artists and use what they learn to create works of art using similar methods and techniques.

Week 6, August 15 through August 19, 2011: Movie Making

You are an artist at a movie studio, hired to make a clay animation movie. The students will write a story using a story board, create clay models to animate the story, video each frame, finally combining the frames into a movie clip. The students will practice writing and drawing skills to create the story and models while learning the basic principles of animation.

Week 7, August 22 through August 26, 2011: Cartooning

This is the beginner’s cartooning class. The basic fundamentals of cartooning will be taught. Kid's of all ages are invited.
* The Human Head * Hands * Body types * Facial expressions * Depicting Motion/sound
* Animating everyday objects * Color

Additional Information

The children will use several methods and media to produce their works of art such as watercolor, tempera, oil pastels, craypas, colored pencils, watercolor crayons, markers, clay, batik, model magic, foam core, crayons, handmade textured papers, tiles, old mirrors, recycled materials, photos etc. While having fun, the kids will learn basic art theory - line, positive/negative space, composition, and color.

Each lesson is taught according to the developmental level of each child. A registered nurse will be available during each camp week. (The nurse is not present some afternoons but is available by phone.) We have a trained staff in art education, CPR and first aid. If your child has a special health care need please speak to the program director.

Summer Kids Art Camp Schedule
9 AM - 11:15 AM Structured Art project
11:15 AM- 11:30 AM- Snack time for the AM group and Lunch time for the full day students
11:30- 12 Noon- Recess. Students go to the playground or other inside activity. If you don't want your child out to play, please speak to the program director. Remember the sunscreen!
12 Noon- Morning Students leave
12 Noon to 1 PM- free time art activity and or video related to the theme (20 minutes) and or recess outside
1 PM- 4 PM- Structured Art project, recess and snack time
4 PM- Students leave

Tuition:Half day (9 AM to noon): $85; Full day (9 AM to 4 PM): $150. A discount is given to families registering more than 1 child for the full day weekly program. There is no discount for the half day program and or if registering late for a session. Please see sidebar refund policy for withdrawing before camp week.

"Morning Sun" watercolor by Sheryll Collins

Watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students

Dates; 4 Wednesday evenings: February 1, 2012. One make up allowed

Description: Watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students. Beginning students will learn basic art theory and design principles, and the use of the medium of watercolor. Intermediate students will advance their understanding of color theory and design principles. Subjects covered will include landscape, and still life.

Optional: For the convenience of the student, a basic art supply kit will be available for sale at the gallery, specifically tailored for the class. You may also purchase individual parts of the kit at the shop. We now carry art supplies in our shop. We have a discounted art kit that saves you $40 plus dollars over buying each individual item. The kit costs $180 plus tax and includes the following:

The kit is optional, but the student should have these supplies in time for class. SAVE OVER $40 when buying the kit over buying the items yourself. Bring what you have. Also required is a 24” or longer ruler, 2 water containers (cups, etc.), masking or artist tape, plastic wrap, salt, wax paper, natural sponge, paper towels, and a small white candle. Masking fluid is optional.

"Morning Sun" watercolor by Sheryll Collins

Watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students

Dates;Four Friday Afternoons: February 3, 2012. One makeup allowed

Description: Watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students. Beginning students will learn basic art theory and design principles, and the use of the medium of watercolor. Intermediate students will advance their understanding of color theory and design principles. Subjects covered will include landscape, and still life.

Optional: For the convenience of the student, a basic art supply kit will be available for sale at the gallery, specifically tailored for the class. You may also purchase individual parts of the kit at the shop. We now carry art supplies in our shop. The kit costs $180 plus tax and includes the following:

The kit is optional, but the student should have these supplies in time for class. SAVE OVER $40 when buying the kit over buying the items yourself. Bring what you have. Also required is a 24” or longer ruler, 2 water containers (cups, etc.), masking or artist tape, plastic wrap, salt, wax paper, natural sponge, paper towels, and a small white candle. Masking fluid is optional.

We congratulate the Bruins on their historic victory! To commemorate this memorable event, we are offering limited edition fine art prints of an original painting, "2011 Stanley Cup Champions," by noted sports artist, Mark Waitkus. All prints are signed by the artist and include a certificate of authenticity.

You can purchase your Bruins commemorative prints at the store or online here using Paypal:

Fine Art Print:

12x19 Fine Art Print $125.009x12 Fine Art Print $65.00

We are also offering limited edition fine art prints of Mark's "City of Champions" in recognition that our four professional teams have all won championships. All prints are signed by the artist and include a certificate of authenticity.

You can purchase your City of Champions commemorative prints at the store or online here using Paypal:

Fine Art Print:

12x19 Fine Art Print $125.009x12 Fine Art Print $65.00

Call, write or stop in if you have any questions. We are the official fine art printer for Mark Waitkus, and we offer dozens of other images to pick from.

In addition to carrying original fine art and prints by over 80 local central Massachusetts artists, we accept commissions to paint portraits, landscapes or other works per your specifications. Meet with us to discuss what you have in mind. Many of our artists are available to paint for you at very reasonable prices.

Recent commission by Stephen Collins

If you need a new logo, brochure, card, poster, or other graphic design, let one of our graphic designers work with you to create just what you need. Call us or come to the gallery to discuss your requirements. We use professional designers and our rates are attractive.

Collins Artworks offers quality, affordable fine art in a variety of media, style and subject. We represent over 80 artists in central Massachusetts. We can offer you original or commissioned fine art and or giclee reproductions of paintings of any size. Collins Artworks is a full custom frame and giclee printing shop.

We offer artists representation by promoting their artwork to the public via art shows in our art on rotation galleries, in our main gallery and to other art consultants. We also print giclee prints and cards of fine art or photography.

We work with businesses, medical facilities, other galleries, consultants and interior designers that purchase original, giclee, commissioned fine art and or photography. We then provide framed artwork for their buildings and offices.

If you are interested in either artist representation, consulting and or fine art please contact us at the gallery.

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We now carry basic art supplies for your drawing and painting needs. We carry name brand artists quality art supplies at a great prices below suggested retail. We also carry art supplies for the budding child artist in your life. Our prices are always 40% - 10% off every day.

Last class for this term with Patty Kelly is January 26, 2012-

Please bring some drawing materials, ex: graphite, charcoal or conte crayons. Patty will supply paper for the drawing exercise. Also, She will bring something to draw and paint from. Of course bring your choice of painting medium and something to paint on.