Adult Workshops & Programs

Kinusaiga (Beginners & Up)

Wednesdays, October 28th - November 4th from 7-9pm

In this traditional Japanese textile art form, students will create vibrant, textured compositions by tucking fabric scraps into grooves carved into a flat surface. Over two sessions, students will develop their design and carefully layer fabrics to create a detailed, mosaic-like image that blends the look of a quilt and a painting.

IMPORTANT: This class will be held 2 doors down from The Art Studio at our partner’s space:
Backyard Players & Friends
215 N Long Beach Rd
Rockville Centre, NY

Watercolor Foundations: Still Life (Beginners & Up)

Thursdays, October 29th - November 12th from 6:30-8:30pm

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.

Perler Bead Vase (Beginners & Up)

Wednesdays, November 11th - November 18th from 7-9pm

Get creative in this two-week art program as we transform colorful Perler beads into unique decorative vases! Participants will arrange and melt beads into fun patterns and designs, then attach their creations to a vase to make a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Experiment with colors, shapes, and patterns to create a vase that’s uniquely yours!

IMPORTANT: This class will be held 2 doors down from The Art Studio at our partner’s space:
Backyard Players & Friends
215 N Long Beach Rd
Rockville Centre, NY

Drawing Fundamentals: Drawing with Color (Beginners & Up)

Thursdays, December 3rd - December 17th from 6:30-8:30pm

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

Punch Needling (Beginners & Up)

Wednesdays, December 9th - December 16th from 7-9pm

Explore the art of punch needling in this two-week program! Participants will learn the basics of this fun and relaxing fiber art technique while creating a small design with yarn. By the end of the program, everyone will have a unique handmade piece that can be turned into a patch, added to a pillow, or used in another creative project.

IMPORTANT: This class will be held 2 doors down from The Art Studio at our partner’s space:
Backyard Players & Friends
215 N Long Beach Rd
Rockville Centre, NY

Acrylic Painting Program (Beginners & Up)

Thursdays, January 7th - January 21st from 6:30-8:30pm

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.

Pottery Program: Wheel Throwing & Hand Building (Beginners & Intermediate)

Classes run Thursday, Friday, & Sunday

Thursday Afternoons at 12-2PM
3-Week Sessions
Oct 15th - Oct 29th
Nov 5th - Nov 19th
Dec 3rd - Dec 17th

Friday Evenings at 6:45-8:45PM
One-Time Workshops
Oct 23rd (Workshop)
Nov 20th (Workshop)

Sunday Evenings at 6-8PM
3-Week Sessions or One-Time Workshops
Sept 20th - Oct 4th
Oct 11th - Oct 25th
Nov 1st (Workshop)
Nov 8th - Nov 22nd
Dec 6th - Dec 20th

Our guided Pottery Program introduces students to the fundamentals of ceramics through wheel throwing and hand-building. Students will build confidence while working with clay and exploring both functional and sculptural forms in a hands-on, process-driven environment. This class is designed for both beginners getting started with pottery and returning students looking to continue developing their skills through new guided projects and techniques introduced in each series. One-Time Workshops are available to try us out before committing to a multi-week series, or to simply enjoy a creative night out!

Sewing Program (Beginners & Intermediate)

Monday Afternoons
Beginners at 12:30-2:30PM or Intermediate at 11AM-1PM
6-Week Sessions
Sept 14th - Oct 19th (make-up 10/26)
Nov 2nd - Dec 7th (make-up 12/14)
Jan 4th - Feb 8th (make-up 2/22)

Tuesday Evenings at 7:30-9:30PM (All Skill Levels)
6-Week Sessions
Sept 15th - Oct 20th (make-up 10/27)
Nov 3rd - Dec 8th (make-up 12/15)
Jan 5th - Feb 9th (make-up 2/23)

Students will learn to use a sewing machine while building practical sewing skills through a variety of guided projects. Along the way, you'll explore techniques such as garment construction, zippers, buttons, trims, and other finishing details, creating projects that are both functional and uniquely your own. Whether you're sewing for the first time or looking to expand your existing skills, this class is designed to meet you where you are. Beginners will build a strong foundation with guided instruction, while returning and intermediate students continue developing their skills through new projects, techniques, and increasing independence.

Mosaics: Pizza Coasters (Beginners & Up)

Thursday, October 22nd from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

During this class, students will learn basic mosaic techniques and create 4 mosaic pizza coasters! 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.

Mosaics: Pumpkins (Beginners & Up)

Thursday, November 19th from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

During this class, students will learn basic mosaic techniques and create a mosaic pumpkin wall hanging! 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.

Mosaics: Egg on Toast Plate (Beginners & Up)

Tuesday, December 29th from 6:30-8:30pm (1 class)

During this class, students will learn basic mosaic techniques and create a mosaic egg on toast on a plate, perfect for hanging in the kitchen! 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.