Adult Workshops & programs

one-class or multi-week series
focused on a specific medium, technique or artist


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Fine Art - Pottery - Sewing
Mosaics - Mindful Art

 
 

Fine Art Classes
Acrylic Painting, Drawing, Watercolor, or Mixed Media.

Intro to Drawing: Fundamentals (Beginners & UP)

Thursdays, September 11th - September 25th from 6:30-8:30pm (3 classes)

During this 3-week program, students will explore the basics of drawing with pencil and charcoal while learning fundamentals like composition, line, and value. The goal is to build confidence in your skills whether you are a beginner or returning student looking to further build on your foundational knowledge.

 

Watercolor & Ink: Fruits & Vegetables (Beginners & UP)

Thursday, October 2nd from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

Explore the beauty of loose sketching and vibrant watercolors in this 2-hour workshop! Using various fruits and vegetables inspiration, you'll combine fine line and fluid brushwork to create a unique and expressive composition. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists looking to experiment with a relaxed, illustrative style.

 

Acrylic Painting: Beginner Series (Beginners & UP)

Thursdays, October 9th - October 23rd from 6:30-8:30pm (3 classes)

During this 3-week series, students will learn the basic rules, techniques and principles of painting with acrylics. Starting from laying down a wash of color, blocking in basic forms, and then further refining the painting with colors and details. The class will cover value, tone, as well as the basics of color theory. The goal of this class is to help you develop confidence in painting and give you the tools and skills to continue painting on your own.

 

Intro to Watercolor: Still Life (Beginners & UP)

Thursdays, November 6th - November 20th from 6:30-8:30pm (3 classes)

During this 3-week series, students will learn the basic rules, techniques and principles of watercolor, including painting from light to dark, preserving the white of the paper, and using glazing and washes to convey 3D objects. The goal of this class is to help you develop confidence in watercolor painting and give you the tools and skills to continue painting on your own.

 

Intro to Drawing: Fundamentals (Beginners & UP)

Thursdays, January 8th - January 22nd from 6:30-8:30pm (3 classes)

During this 3-week program, students will explore the basics of drawing with pencil and charcoal while learning fundamentals like composition, line, and value. The goal is to build confidence in your skills whether you are a beginner or returning student looking to further build on your foundational knowledge.

Additional Fine Art Workshops for Summer can be found at our Adult Summer Workshops page!


 

Pottery Classes

Intro to Pottery: The Fundamentals (Beginners & UP)

Evening: 3-Week Options On Tuesdays:
Sep 30th - Oct 14th from 7:30-9:30PM,
Nov 11th - Nov 25th from 7:30-9:30PM

Afternoon: 6-Week Options On Thursdays:
Sep 25th - Oct 30th from 12:30-2:30PM,
Nov 6th - Dec 18th from 12:30-2:30PM (skips 11/27)

During this multi-week program (3 or 6 weeks), students will learn the fundamentals of pottery and build confidence in hand-building techniques. We’ll cover essential pottery skills while completing projects that inspire creativity and growth. Students will create both functional and decorative pieces. Returning students are welcome as each class will be doing new projects or we can modify previously done projects to continue to advance your skills.


 

Sewing Classes

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Intro to Sewing: The Fundamentals (Beginners & UP)

Evening: 3-Week Options On Tuesdays:
Sep 9th - Sep 23rd from 7:30-9:30PM,
Oct 21st - Nov 4th from 7:30-9:30PM,
Dec 2nd - Dec 16th from 7:30-9:30PM

Afternoon: 6-Week Options On Mondays:
Sep 29th - Nov 3rd from 12:30-2:30PM,
Nov 10th - Dec 15th from 12:30-2:30PM (skips 12/22)

In this multi-program (3 or 6 weeks), students will begin by learning how to use a sewing machine and its components with confidence. From there, we’ll explore essential sewing techniques while completing projects designed for building skills and inspiring creativity. Students will also discover how to incorporate both functional and decorative elements like zippers, trims, buttons, and more. Returning students are welcome as each class will be doing new projects or we can modify previously done projects to continue to advance your skills.


 

Mosaic Classes

Mosaics: Butterfly (Beginners & UP)

Thursday, October 30th from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

During this class, students will learn basic mosaic techniques and create a mosaic wall hanging inspired by a butterfly. It consists of learning about mosaics, the basic materials, tools and adhesives. Learning how to cut and nip tiles into different shapes to create your own designs and learn how to block out your design for your butterfly.

 

Mosaics: Cactus Sculpture (Beginners & UP)

Thursdays, December 4th - December 18th from 6:30-8:30pm (3 classes)

During 3-week program, students will learn basic mosaic techniques and create a mosaic cactus sculpture! It consists of learning about mosaics, the basic materials, tools and adhesives. Learning how to cut and nip tiles into different shapes to create your own designs. Students will learn to grout during the final class.


 

Mindful Art Classes

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Mindful Art: Crochet Plant Holder (Beginners & UP)

Friday, September 26th from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

During this 2-hour mindfulness experience led by our Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, participants will be immersed into the calming rhythm of crocheting while cultivating mindfulness and body awareness in this unique art class. Participants will walk away with a beautiful crocheted chunky plant holder ($50 value on Etsy).


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