Continuing Education at PAFA

Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jill A. Rupinski  
Fifteen-Week Open Academy Course (45 Hours)  
Credit: Non-Credit or 1.5 Undergraduate Credits (See Below) 

PAFA’s Open Academy provides the opportunity for Continuing Education (CE) and non-matriculated students to experience PAFA’s renowned certificate-level instruction on a course-by-course basis.  Earned credits are eligible for transfer to the one-year Foundation and Studio Residency Certificate Programs, for students considering an immersive fine arts education with additional benefits. (Up to 7.5 credits are eligible for transfer as equivalent courses or electives.)

Using imagination, observation, and personal ideas students will push the boundaries of painting materials and subject matter. Works will be developed through guided application using a variety of materials working from the figure, objects, and other source material. Instruction will utilize PAFA’s collection, the PMA and field trips to galleries to help illustrate techniques and how materials are used in different applications. In class, students will learn to stretch canvas, prepare different painting surfaces and grounds. Individualized instruction and group critiques will be given throughout the session.

Optional: This course is available for 1.5 undergraduate credits for $1,800. Select credit option with price adjustment during registration.

Image: Jill A. Rupinski

Register by: August 25 
Materials List 
Open Academy Policy Guide, including withdrawal/refund policies