About The Instructor
Caroline is a K-12 certified art educator, ceramic sculptor, watercolor artist, and Zazzle Pro designer. At the University of Florida, her concentration was centered around conceptual figurative sculpture. She has taught a variety of subjects to all secondary grade levels including ceramics, drawing, painting, and sculpture at IB magnet and independent college – preparatory schools. Caroline’s students have been recognized by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers with Scholastic gold/silver regional awards and a national silver medal. Additionally, she has a 100% student pass rate on the Advanced Placement 3D Art and Design College Board portfolio review. Caroline has received the New Professional Award from the Florida Art Education Association and has raised over $3,000 to enhance her programs. Caroline believes the key to learning is to keep an open mind, continually strive for growth, and always maintain a helpful heart.
Teen: Portfolio Privates
Privates, 2 hr. Sessions
Private teen portfolio prep privates are designed to guide middle and high school students in the development and documentation of the 2D components in a well-rounded art portfolio. Privates offered for ages 12-18. Students should have some drawing experience. Offered to younger, motivated art students on case-by-case basis. This is a great opportunity to incorporate art into homeschool curriculums. 3D portfolio goals should be discussed with instructor/Lighthouse ArtCenter to gauge if we can accommodate the student’s individual needs.
Topics that can be explored:
- Still life
- Portraits
- Grid Drawing
- Painting (acrylic) – no oil painting allowed
- Watercolor
- Color Pencil
- representational vs. abstract work
- conceptual vs. observational
AP Portfolio Privates
College Board AP portfolio privates offered for students currently registered or preparing for the 2D, Drawing, or 3D AP portfolios. I have completed the AP Summer Institute (APSI) course and have a 100% student pass rate on the Advanced Placement 3D Art and Design College Board portfolio review.
Adult Classes
The Art of Underglaze
Mondays, 9 am – 12 pm
This introductory class will explore various ways to work with underglaze in surface design. Hand built decorative forms will include various test tiles and simple slab plates/plaques. Techniques that will be explored include transferring outlines from printed images, painting on greenware vs. bisque, applying underglaze decals, underglaze trailing, working with underglaze pencils, highlighting form/texture with underglaze washes, and layering color to create pattern. Whether you’re a ceramic artist wanting to elevate your work, a painter looking to experiment in a new medium, or a new artist hoping to learn about surface, this course will provide you with the tools to create with confidence.
Guided Studio: Acrylics
Tuesdays, 9 am – 12 pm
This course is an introduction to the basics of acrylic painting. Students will learn about creating a successful composition, methods of transferring a contour outline, mixing observed values and colors based on selected reference photo, application of paint to canvas, and brushstroke techniques. The instructor will assist each student in the planning and painting process from start to finish. This course is entry level, accessible for all, and individualized to meet each student’s skill level. No prior art experience is required. Each student should bring a laptop or Ipad to each class to view their reference photo while painting.
Guided Studio: Watercolor
Tuesdays, 12 am – 4 pm
This course is accessible for levels from beginner to intermediate and is perfect for those seeking personal instruction. Guided studio allows each student to explore watercolor painting while focusing on individual goals and subject matter. Skills focus on mixing observed values and layering colors based on selected reference photos. The instructor will help guide each student in the planning and painting process from start to finish as needed.
Characters in Clay
Thursdays 1-4 pm
Learn how to create a sculpture that speak volumes! Sculptures may be based on people, animals, or imaginative characters. Skills that will be explored include solid/hollow building styles, modeling features, and glaze/underglaze best practices. This class is accessible for all experience levels from beginner to advanced!
Pots with Personality
Fridays 1-4 pm
Learn how to create eye-catching vessels with character and personality! Basic hand-building techniques (slab, coil, pinch) and glaze/underglaze best practices will be reviewed. Students may explore various themes such as decorative vs. functional vessels, sculptural additions, color, and pattern. This class is accessible for all experience levels from beginner to advanced!
Workshops
Watercolor Workshops at The Lighthouse ArtCenter
Holiday Watercolor Workshop
Saturday, December 19, 1-3 pm, Lighthouse ArtCenter Studio A
In this workshop, participants will learn the steps of painting with watercolor. An outline will be provided by the instructor. We will review basic color mixing, applying washes using a glazing technique, and the use of various brushes. Each participant will leave with a finished painting and a printed guide outlining the steps.
Basics of Watercolor Workshop
Saturday, October 24, 10am -1 pm, Lighthouse ArtCenter Studio A
Saturday, January 23, 10am -1 pm, Lighthouse ArtCenter Studio A
This workshop will introduce the basics of painting with watercolor. Learn how to mix colors by creating a color wheel, create value through paint consistency, utilize different types of washes, and paint a simple object step-by-step. Participants will take home a guide to help them practice the basic principles learned in this workshop.
Valentine Watercolor Workshop
Saturday, February 13, 1-3pm, Lighthouse ArtCenter Studio A
Join us for a Valentine’s paint-and-sip class. Each participant will create two hand-painted watercolor cards. Painting instructor Caroline Duran will guide participants through the process from start to finish. A glass of champagne will be provided for each participant to enjoy.
Golden Retriever Watercolor Workshop
Saturday, October 10, 1-3pm, Lighthouse ArtCenter Studio A
In this workshop, participants will learn the steps of painting a smiling golden retriever with watercolor. The golden retriever outline will be provided by the instructor. We will review basic color mixing, applying washes using a glazing technique, and the use of various brushes. Each participant will leave with a finished painting and a printed guide outlining the steps.
Private “Pots with Personality” Workshops
The Lighthouse ArtCenter 3D Studio
In this 3 hr. workshop, you will build your own personalized clay planter featuring a quirky/whimsical expression. Participants will learn how to hand-build a functional vessel and sculpt/attach stylized features. A limited selection of underglazes will be available to add color to your features. Instructor Caroline Duran, (@carolineduranceramics), a figurative sculptor local to Tequesta, FL. will lead the workshop. This event can be booked at Lighthouse ArtCenter’s 3D studio for private teen or adult groups. Children (ages 6-12) can be included in family groups that include adults. Workshops have a 5 person minimum and a 12 person maximum. This workshop is $90.00 per participant. All materials and tools, including clay, is provided. The inside of your pots will be glazed by the instructor, fired, and ready for pick up at a later date.
Call the Lighthouse ArtCenter at (561-746-3101) or contact the instructor, Caroline Duran (772-828-9717) to book your private clay workshop.
