This Watercolor class is designed to expose you to the unique characteristics and techniques of the medium using various scenes and compositional layout. We will be studying atmospheric perspective and depth of field that makes landscape watercolor painting so effective. There will be regular critiques and discussions to improve your understanding and skill development.

Mr. Ouellette received his Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Arts in Painting from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. He taught at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, and showed in many galleries and museums including the Detroit Institute of Art. He moved to St. Augustine in 1981 where he continued his career as an artist and professor of Fine Art at the Florida School of the Arts in his twenty-six year tenure. He was also a professor of Fine Arts, Painting and Design and Art History at SJRCC St. Augustine campus. He is currently teaching Art History and Studio classes at Flagler College Continuing Education.

Watercolor Materials and Supplies                

Brushes:

• sable (preferred), ox hair (if you can find it or sable blends or sable synthetics 
• 1”       flat
• 1/2”    flat
• #6 and #8 round
• rigger brush 

 Paper:

• Two sheets of Arches 22”x30”, 140 lb. cold press,  or a 9” x 12” block      

Paints:

Box sets of tube watercolors which should include most of these:        

• ultramarine blue
• cerulean blue
• cobalt blue
• thalo blue
• alizarin crimson
• cadmium red light
• cadmium yellow light 
• new gamboge
• burnt umber
• burnt sienna 

Other materials:                            

• covered palette, plastic
• painting board approx. 16” x 20”
• masking tape
• materials box
• non-breakable container for water
• roll of paper towels

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 from 9:00 - 11:00 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

For ages 18 and up.

This dynamic yet gentle class is for all ages, accommodating beginners as well as those who want to deepen their practice. Using teaching demonstrations and detailed guidance, each class proceeds in a safe and slow way to instruct the basics of (Kripalu) yoga postures, breathwork and meditation. Plenty of modifications and variations will be given for different body types. 

Class is 60 minutes and include an opening centering, gentle warmups, postures (asanas), breathwork (pranayama), and a long closing relaxation (yoga nidra). 

Please bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and blanket or cushion to sit on.

Scott Farber, Ph.D., E-RYT 500/YACEP. Scott has been practicing yoga, meditation, and t'ai chi since the 1970s. A former college professor, with a doctorate in philosophy of education, he has traveled and taught all over the world. He now serves as a lead trainer in the Discovery Yoga School, offering a variety of yoga classes, workshops and teacher trainings.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 from 9:15 to 10:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

For ages 18 and up.

Do you have some experience with a ukulele but want to learn more? This class is for beginners who have some knowledge of how to play.

* More Major, Minor and Dominant 7th. Chords

* 12 Bar Blues chord progressions and songs

* Advanced strum patterns

* Playing smooth chord changes

* Popular Classic rock and pop songs

Requirements: 

• Ukulele
• Basic open string chords,
• Pen or pencil.
• Music stand suggested.

Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.

Class sessions will run on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 (no class sessions on Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31) from 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. at the River House, 179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084.

For ages 18 and up.

Meditation relaxes the body, heals the heart, and calms the mind. This class will introduce a variety of meditation techniques from different traditions. Each class will begin with some brief stretching and breathing followed by an opening meditation; then there will be a short sharing and discussion followed by a different closing meditation. We will be using chairs for all the seated meditations; you do not need to bring a mat or cushion. We may also do some special walking and sound bath meditations.

Scott Farber, Ph.D. has been practicing meditation since 1975, starting with TM (Transcendental Meditation). In addition to teaching yoga meditations, including yoga nidra, and the moving meditation of t'ai chi, he also has studied Zen, Buddhist, Tantric, Sufi, Kabbalah, and Arica methods of meditation. 

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084) 

No class sessions on Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

For ages 18 and up.

Discover a yoga practice that has therapeutic benefits for seniors who may not be able to stand for long periods of time or may be uncomfortable seated on the floor.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

For ages 18 and up.

If you know the basics of how to play the guitar but want to learn more, then this class is for you.

You will work on the following:

* More Major, Minor and Dominant 7th. Chords

* Introduction to Barre chords  

* 12 Bar Blues chord progressions 

* Introduction to Minor Pentatonic Scales and patterns

* Playing smooth chord changes

* Popular Classic rock and pop songs

Requirements:

• Guitar
• Experience with basic open string chords
• Pen or pencil
• Music stand suggested

Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 (no class sessions on Nov. 26 and Dec. 17, 24, 31) from 11:30 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Come learn the fun dance art of Line Dance with a lively variety of music including Pop, Country, and Latin.

Wear comfortable shoes, preferably with leather bottoms.

Ramona is the former owner of Mona Gail Dance Center. She studied Ballroom dance under Jack Kalan and became a teacher at the age of sixteen. While working with Fred Astaire she became the Tri-State Dance Director. Ramona is a multi National Championship winner. She has experience in choreography and her local students won first place in the "I Love Dance Competition" at World Golf Village in 2020.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 3, 10 from 11:45 to 12:45 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

(No class sessions on Nov. 26 & Dec. 17, 24, 31)

For ages 18 and up.

When was the last time you had a hunch about something that turned out to be right? When did you just "know" something was off? How many "gut feelings have you ignored? These are your intuition speaking to you. Now it is time to recognize the sound of your intuition communicating with you.

Come to this class to learn the secrets of how.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19 and December 10 from 12:30 to 1:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, 17, 24, 31

For ages 18 and up.