The Marion Art Center is now accepting registrations for two additional fall classes for adults.

Beginner drawing for adults
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the MAC studio
Eight weeks, Sept. 27 to Nov. 15

This introductory class will expose students to a number of traditional illustration skills and concepts. Participants will learn how to compose with line, shape, tone and shadow. Using still life setups and the immediate environment as inspiration, the class will explore working with perspective, positive and negative shape, and texture using traditional drawing materials.

Instructor Anthony Days has been providing private drawing lessons for more than 30 years.

A minimum of 5 students is required. Tuition is $180 for members and $195 for non-members (supplies not included.)

The Art of Reupholstery
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon (at 188 Front St.)
Ten weeks, Sept. 21 to Nov. 23

This class will teach students the basics of reupholstery, an applied art that has its roots in the Renaissance period. While learning this art form, students can restore an old chair using techniques and materials that are timeless. Students will be taught to strip the old coverings and stuffing as needed, secure the frame of the item so that it is rigid, build up from the base or foundation, add the webbing and springs, tie, sew and weave batting and padding.

Materials are not included. Students are advised that their first attempt should be more substantial than a footstool, and they should bring the project to every class, together with a tack hammer and an old flathead screwdriver.

Instructor Harriet Ingerslev has been teaching various forms of art for many years. Tuition is $225 for members and $240 for non-members. Five people must sign up to run this class.

For more information, contact the Art Center at 508-748-1266, marionartcenter@verizon.net or through www.marionartcenter.org.