Learn how to draw the human figure from a live model using various techniques and artistic approaches. The purpose of this workshop is to help students obtain the basic skill of drawing the human form, including anatomy, observation of the human form and fundamental exercises in gesture, contour, outline and tonal modeling. Ages 18 and older Instructed by MJ Dowling

This class is for beginners and is a fun way to loosen up and learn different ways to use acrylic paints in your artwork. Instructor, Christa MacFarlane will demonstrate how to move and manipulate acrylic paints on canvas, paper and wood surfaces to create a more expressive quality to your paintings. Each student will enjoy trying different techniques and then choose which techniques suite them as they work on their own painting in class. Ages 16 and older Instructed by Christa MacFarlane

Whether you’re new to oil painting or you’re looking to further master your artistic skills, this ongoing class will help you paint a variety of colorful subjects.  You’ll learn more about values, simplifying, design, edges as well as fresh color mixing.  We’ll also discover some luminous layering techniques. Class includes guided exercises and other assignments designed to help you grow quickly. Along the way, Aimee offers demos, individual assistance and helpful material and supply tips. Ages 16 and older Instructed by Aimee Deneweth

Join us as we paint the beauty of Autumn in all the rich colors of the season. Painting vibrant golds, brilliant oranges, and warm reds connects us with the celebration of Fall. As with all Casual Watercolor classes, we warm up and start our creative process with play. Then step-by-step we’ll paint together with demos to watch and handouts to keep. Classes will also include watercolor instruction to boost your understanding of the medium: washes, color theory, values, line, shapes and resist techniques. Instructed by Renée Reese Ages 16 and older Learn the building blocks of painting with watercolor in this ongoing series. This is a casual class where a beginner can feel comfortable learning to paint and an intermediate can continue to grow as a watercolorist.

Learn the lost wax process as you create our own bronze piece. On the first day of class students will have the opportunity to attend a foundry tour and see a bronze pour, students will be contacted with further instructions and more information.   Each student will sculpt a piece out of wax and then it will be poured and chased by Joseph’s Artworks. Ages 16 and older Instructed by Maggie Stewart

Encaustics is the art of painting with hot beeswax, resin and pigments. In this class teens will learn many techniques including ghosting, layering, collage, carving and transferring images. Materials will be provided, but students are encouraged to bring in images, interesting paper, or writing to add to their encaustic piece.   This is a beginning class but if you have taken the class before you can perfect your technique and experiment more! Mondays, September 10 through October 1 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Instructed by Maggie Stewart Ages 12 to 18

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Pee Wee Art is a fun hands-on art program that introduces preschoolers to the arts and allows for parents to assist with their child’s creative process. At each program your little artist will be introduced to a new art medium (drawing, painting, sculpture and more) that they will use to create their own work of art. Monoprints - Preschoolers will learn about the monoprint technique to make flower and leaf prints. Ages 3 to 5 years old Child must be accompanied by a parent and/or care giver 13 years and older Instructed by Lauren Brant

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Create multiple Halloween inspired sculptures to add to your fun holiday décor. Students will use, papier mache, fabric, found object, ceramics, paint and more to design and construct their sculptures. Bring your imagination and have a spooky good time! Wednesdays, September 26 through October 17 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 11 to 16 years old Instructed by Maggie Stewart

Experience the beauty of hand dying luxurious silk.  Students will draw, wax and dye their art piece inspired by their imagination.   This is a wonderful class to experiment with a new material that gives you fast beautiful results. The instructor will take home the pieces to steam and return them to the students after the class. Ages 16 and older Instructed by Maggie Stewart