September 2020
Beginning Watercolor-Thursday Sept 24, 6-9pm
Learn to paint watercolor! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Come on in, the water is fine! A lot of people are terrified of painting with watercolor but if you learn the right techniques to begin with it can be fun! This class will include demonstrations of many different techniques. This class will be an ongoing class so instruction will be catered to the students in each class as…
Find out more »Plein Air Watercolor Sketching in my garden- Friday Sept 25, 8-10:30am
Learn to watercolor in the plein air tradition! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Want to get out of the house? Let's paint outside before it gets too hot! What is watercolor sketching? It is a quick way to draw with fine tip markers and then adding color with watercolor. No super fancy techniques needed. This is a method of art that can be used to document your travels,…
Find out more »MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Ages 5-9, Sept. 28, 9-10:30am
Kids Follow-Along Painting Classes! MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Instructor: Stephanie Block Kids 5-9: 9am-10:30am; maximum 6 students Masks required for children 11 and older Sept. 21st: Abstract mixed media Sept. 28th: Beach theme with footprints Oct. 5th: Giraffe Kids 10-14: 11am-12:30pm Sept. 21st: Abstract ice cream theme Sept. 28th: Beach theme with palm trees Oct. 5th: Giraffe Mondays, Sept. 21st, 28th and Oct. 5th - $30 per class Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher Description: Start the week off…
Find out more »MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Ages 10-14, Sept. 28, 11am-12:30pm
Kids Follow-Along Painting Classes! MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Instructor: Stephanie Block Kids 5-9: 9am-10:30am; maximum 6 students Masks required for children 11 and older Sept. 21st: Abstract mixed media Sept. 28th: Beach theme with footprints Oct. 5th: Giraffe Kids 10-14: 11am-12:30pm Sept. 21st: Abstract ice cream theme Sept. 28th: Beach theme with palm trees Oct. 5th: Giraffe Mondays, Sept. 21st, 28th and Oct. 5th - $30 per class Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher Description: Start the week off…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Sept 28, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »October 2020
Plein Air Watercolor Sketching in my garden- Friday Oct 2, 8-10:30am
Learn to watercolor in the plein air tradition! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Want to get out of the house? Let's paint outside before it gets too hot! What is watercolor sketching? It is a quick way to draw with fine tip markers and then adding color with watercolor. No super fancy techniques needed. This is a method of art that can be used to document your travels,…
Find out more »MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Ages 5-9, Oct. 5, 9-10:30am
Kids Follow-Along Painting Classes! MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Instructor: Stephanie Block Kids 5-9: 9am-10:30am; maximum 6 students Masks required for children 11 and older Sept. 21st: Abstract mixed media Sept. 28th: Beach theme with footprints Oct. 5th: Giraffe Kids 10-14: 11am-12:30pm Sept. 21st: Abstract ice cream theme Sept. 28th: Beach theme with palm trees Oct. 5th: Giraffe Mondays, Sept. 21st, 28th and Oct. 5th - $30 per class Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher Description: Start the week off…
Find out more »Painting with Soft Pastels-ONLINE-Mondays, Oct 5,12,19,26, 9:30am-Noon
Learn to paint with Soft Pastels! Instructor: Linda Bice (www.lindabice.com)Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 8Every MONDAY , 9:30-Noon, If these times don't work for you, contact instructor to discuss potential other dates.• 4 pack for $126 (to be used within 4 months of purchase), drop in $40 after receiving confirmation from Linda.THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE VIA ZOOMMaterials : Since this is an online class, students must have a few pieces of pastel paper and at least a small…
Find out more »MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Ages 10-14, Oct. 5, 11am-12:30pm
Kids Follow-Along Painting Classes! MONDAY ARTDAY! PAINT ALONG CLASSES: Instructor: Stephanie Block Kids 5-9: 9am-10:30am; maximum 6 students Masks required for children 11 and older Sept. 21st: Abstract mixed media Sept. 28th: Beach theme with footprints Oct. 5th: Giraffe Kids 10-14: 11am-12:30pm Sept. 21st: Abstract ice cream theme Sept. 28th: Beach theme with palm trees Oct. 5th: Giraffe Mondays, Sept. 21st, 28th and Oct. 5th - $30 per class Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher Description: Start the week off…
Find out more »Drawing Studio Skills:Architecture-ONLINE-Tues, Oct 6,13,20,27, 1-2:30pm
Learn to draw architecture! This class is for beginning and experienced students. Beginners will learn the basics while experienced drawing students and painters “brush up” your technical skills. We will explore architecture using our pencils, focusing on simple drawing techniques to tackle those complicated buildings.Materials Needed: Bring a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook (or computer paper) and a set of graphite pencils and eraser to class. Contact: aprilpencilart@gmail.com
Find out more »Acrylic Painting for Beginners-Tues Oct 6,13,20,27, 1-3pm
Learn to Paint with Acrylics! Ages: Adults and Teens - minimum 2, maximum 4 participants Tuesdays in 1:00 - 3:00pm • October 6, 13, 20, 27 - $125, no drop-ins Materials Fee: $50 payable directly to the instructor. Description:Have you always wanted to learn to paint but just did not know how to get started? Look no further as this is a class designed for new beginning acrylic painters. The course will run for four consecutive weeks and is designed…
Find out more »Painting with Soft Pastels-ONLINE-Tuesdays Oct 6,13,20,27, 6:30-9pm
Learn to paint with Soft Pastels! Instructor: Linda Bice (www.lindabice.com)Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 8Every TUESDAY , 6:30pm-9:00pm, If these times don't work for you, contact instructor to discuss potential other dates.• 4 pack for $126 (to be used within 4 months of purchase), drop in $40 after receiving confirmation from Linda.THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE VIA ZOOMMaterials : Since this is an online class, students must have a few pieces of pastel paper and at least a small…
Find out more »Cacophany of Color-ONLINE-Tuesdays Oct 6,13,20,27, 6:30-8:30pm
Learn color mixing and Theory! This class, taught by Jeanne Hougen is suitable for teens 16 and up, as well as for adults.Description: Do you love color, but struggle with getting clean mixtures? Do you wonder if the colors you are using are creating pleasing compositions? Do you want to gain a better understanding of things like color temperature, and saturation? Then this class is for you! In this 4 week series, you will experiment with color, learn to control…
Find out more »Beginning Watercolor-Thursday Oct 8, 6-9pm
Learn to paint watercolor! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Come on in, the water is fine! A lot of people are terrified of painting with watercolor but if you learn the right techniques to begin with it can be fun! This class will include demonstrations of many different techniques. This class will be an ongoing class so instruction will be catered to the students in each class as…
Find out more »Painting With Felt Workshop: Sunday, Oct 11, 11:30am-3pm
Learn to paint with felt! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Class meets on a Saturday and there is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.You must contact the Instructor before dropping into this class. This class, taught by Suzanne Connolly-Howes, is designed for all ages, and is a wonderful family experience. You will learn how to make a detailed image using a needle felting tool. You will design your piece on…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Oct 12, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »Whimsical Ink and Acrylic Creations-ONLINE-Tues, Oct 13, 9-11am
Learn to create whimsical creations out of paint and ink! We will enhance whimsical creatures that appear on our paper and can be used to create unique handmade cards or frame and hang on the wall. Mine tend to resemble birds and insects, but anything can appear. The process is fun and simple and will awaken your inner child and creativity. Once you start, it’s difficult to stop! Materials needed: • Acrylic paints of your color choice (at least 2…
Find out more »Whimsical Ink and Acrylic Creations-ONLINE- Wed, Oct 14, 7-9pm
Learn to create whimsical creations out of paint and ink! We will enhance whimsical creatures that appear on our paper and can be used to create unique handmade cards or frame and hang on the wall. Mine tend to resemble birds and insects, but anything can appear. The process is fun and simple and will awaken your inner child and creativity. Once you start, it’s difficult to stop! Materials needed: • Acrylic paints of your color choice (at least 2…
Find out more »Acrylic Pouring-Thursday Oct 22, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Iris Folding-ONLINE: October 22, 4:30-6:30pm
Learn Iris Folding-focus is on the star and penguin patterns! This online class is geared towards adults and kids who can handle scissors.Iris folding is a fun and easy-to-learn technique to make holiday cards. The technique: Using a pattern secured to a flat surface, folded paper strips are taped on top of the pattern following a numbered sequence. One at a time, in order, the colored strips circumvent the iris, simulating the iris of a camera. In the early 1900’s…
Find out more »Beginning Watercolor-Thursday Oct 22, 6-9pm
Learn to paint watercolor! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Come on in, the water is fine! A lot of people are terrified of painting with watercolor but if you learn the right techniques to begin with it can be fun! This class will include demonstrations of many different techniques. This class will be an ongoing class so instruction will be catered to the students in each class as…
Find out more »Iris Folding-ONLINE: October 23, 5:30-7:30pm
Learn Iris Folding-focus is on the star and penguin patterns! This online class is geared towards adults and kids who can handle scissors.Iris folding is a fun and easy-to-learn technique to make holiday cards. The technique: Using a pattern secured to a flat surface, folded paper strips are taped on top of the pattern following a numbered sequence. One at a time, in order, the colored strips circumvent the iris, simulating the iris of a camera. In the early 1900’s…
Find out more »Acrylic Pouring-Saturday, Oct 24, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Silk Painting Workshop: Saturday, Oct 24, 1:30-6:30pm
Create a hand painted Silk Scarf! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Meets on a Saturday. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor.During this one day workshop you will create a special hand painted silk scarf. You will learn how to use a liquid resist to create your design on the silk. We will take a short break while the resist dries and paint the scarf with special silk dyes. We will set the dyes and…
Find out more »Sponge Painting with Acrylic- Sun Oct 25, 10am-Noon
Create an art piece with sponge painting! Adult & Teens (paying children with paying adult) - Minimum 2, maximum 5 Materials Fee: $7 payable to instructor Description: The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Dutch Pour, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Paper Towel pull, balloon dip, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Oct 26, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »November 2020
Painting With Felt Workshop: Sunday, Nov 1, 11:30am-3pm
Learn to paint with felt! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Class meets on a Saturday and there is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.You must contact the Instructor before dropping into this class. This class, taught by Suzanne Connolly-Howes, is designed for all ages, and is a wonderful family experience. You will learn how to make a detailed image using a needle felting tool. You will design your piece on…
Find out more »Painting with Soft Pastels-ONLINE-Mondays, Nov 2,9,19,23, 9:30am-Noon
Learn to paint with Soft Pastels! Instructor: Linda Bice (www.lindabice.com)Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 8Every MONDAY , 9:30-Noon, If these times don't work for you, contact instructor to discuss potential other dates.• 4 pack for $126 (to be used within 4 months of purchase), drop in $40 after receiving confirmation from Linda.THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE VIA ZOOMMaterials : Since this is an online class, students must have a few pieces of pastel paper and at least a small…
Find out more »Drawing Studio Skills:Drawing Faces-ONLINE-Tues, Nov 3,10,17,Dec 1, 1-2:30
Learn to draw faces! This class is for beginning and experienced students. Beginners will learn the basics while experienced drawing students and painters “brush up” your technical skills. We will explore drawing the human face using our pencils. Focusing on multiple drawing techniques to help you accomplish a human face without a struggle.Materials Needed: Bring a 9”x12” spiral bound sketchbook (or computer paper) and a set of graphite pencils and eraser to class. You will be amazed at what you…
Find out more »Edges and Brushwork-ONLINE: Tues, Nov 3,10,17,Dec. 1, 6:30-8:30pm
Improve your understanding, and execution of edges and brushwork in your paintings! This class is for adults and teens and meets on Tuesdays online, through zoom.Are you looking to create more subtlety in your paintings? Are you looking to improve in, or loosen up your brushwork? Then this class is for you! In this 4 week series you will learn about brushwork and how it relates to edges. You will learn how edges differ from line, and how to see…
Find out more »Painting with Soft Pastels-ONLINE-Tuesdays Nov 3,10,17,24, 6:30-9pm
Learn to paint with Soft Pastels! Instructor: Linda Bice (www.lindabice.com)Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 8Every TUESDAY , 6:30pm-9:00pm, If these times don't work for you, contact instructor to discuss potential other dates.• 4 pack for $126 (to be used within 4 months of purchase), drop in $40 after receiving confirmation from Linda.THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE VIA ZOOMMaterials : Since this is an online class, students must have a few pieces of pastel paper and at least a small…
Find out more »Beginning Oil Painting: Wednesdays, Nov 4,11,18,Dec 4; 10am-12noon
Learn to Oil paint! This class is for adults and teens 16 and up, and meets on Wednesdays.Description: This 4 week session is designed to give the beginning oil painter the basic skills necessary to begin their painting journey. You will learn about the various supplies and techniques used by both oil painters, and be able to hone in on the ones you would like to use, as well as the ones most necessary for all painters. You will practice…
Find out more »Mosaic Adamento-Saturday Nov 7, 12-4pm
Learn to Mosaic! Andamento is the visual flow of a mosaic created by arranging the tesserae (stone, tile and glass) in rows and it creates movement as the pieces weave in specific directions using the same size pieces. This is a hands on workshop where students will cut and nip their materials into specific shapes and experiment on making a flowing design. The objective is to lay the materials so the surface is dimensional. We will be working in the…
Find out more »Sponge Painting with Acrylic- Sun Nov 8, 10am-Noon
Create an art piece with sponge painting! Adult & Teens (paying children with paying adult) - Minimum 2, maximum 5 Materials Fee: $7 payable to instructor Description: The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Dutch Pour, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Paper Towel pull, balloon dip, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Nov 9, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »Whimsical Ink and Acrylic Creations-ONLINE- Tues Nov 10. 9-11am
Learn to create whimsical creations out of paint and ink! We will enhance whimsical creatures that appear on our paper and can be used to create unique handmade cards or frame and hang on the wall. Mine tend to resemble birds and insects, but anything can appear. The process is fun and simple and will awaken your inner child and creativity. Once you start, it’s difficult to stop! Materials needed: • Acrylic paints of your color choice (at least 2…
Find out more »Silk Painting Workshop: Tuesday, Nov 10, 10:30am-3:30pm
Create a hand painted Silk Scarf! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Meets on a Saturday. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor.During this one day workshop you will create a special hand painted silk scarf. You will learn how to use a liquid resist to create your design on the silk. We will take a short break while the resist dries and paint the scarf with special silk dyes. We will set the dyes and…
Find out more »Whimsical Ink and Acrylic Creations-ONLINE- Wed Nov 11, 7-9pm
Learn to create whimsical creations out of paint and ink! We will enhance whimsical creatures that appear on our paper and can be used to create unique handmade cards or frame and hang on the wall. Mine tend to resemble birds and insects, but anything can appear. The process is fun and simple and will awaken your inner child and creativity. Once you start, it’s difficult to stop! Materials needed: • Acrylic paints of your color choice (at least 2…
Find out more »Acrylic Pouring-Thursday Nov 12, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Beginning Watercolor-Thursday Nov 12, 6-9pm
Learn to paint watercolor! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Come on in, the water is fine! A lot of people are terrified of painting with watercolor but if you learn the right techniques to begin with it can be fun! This class will include demonstrations of many different techniques. This class will be an ongoing class so instruction will be catered to the students in each class as…
Find out more »Acrylic Pouring-Saturday, Nov 14, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Heirloom Felted Stocking,Sunday Nov 15, 10:30am-4:30pm
Make your own heirloom felted stocking for Christmas! You will learn how to make a gorgeous wet felting technique heirloom stocking to enjoy for the holidays for years to come. Designing and finishing options will be demonstrated. Please bring an old towel and lots of energy. We will break for a short lunch. Bring to class: An old towel and lots of energy! There will be $15-$20 materials fee due to instructor on the day of class (depending on materials…
Find out more »Make 6 Pairs of Earrings in One Class-Friday Nov 20, 6:30-8:30pm
Make and take home 6 pairs of earrings! Adult & Teens ages 13 and over - Minimum 2, maximum 6 No Experience NecessaryMaterials Fee: All materials included with hypoallergenic stainless steel wires. (Sterling silver can be provided for a small additional fee.) Description: Just in time for Christmas gift giving. Make 6 pairs of earrings to give as gifts or keep for yourself. Come with your friends for a fun night out and maybe even exchange earrings with each other.…
Find out more »Iris Folding-ONLINE: Nov 21, 9-11am- Ornament and Tree Pattern
Learn Iris Folding-focus is on the Ornament and Tree patterns! This online class is geared towards adults and kids who can handle scissors.Iris folding is a fun and easy-to-learn technique to make holiday cards. The technique: Using a pattern secured to a flat surface, folded paper strips are taped on top of the pattern following a numbered sequence. One at a time, in order, the colored strips circumvent the iris, simulating the iris of a camera. In the early 1900’s…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Nov 23, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »Iris Folding-ONLINE: Nov 27, 10:30am-1pm2:30- Ornament and Tree Pattern
Learn Iris Folding-focus is on the Ornament and Tree patterns! This online class is geared towards adults and kids who can handle scissors.Iris folding is a fun and easy-to-learn technique to make holiday cards. The technique: Using a pattern secured to a flat surface, folded paper strips are taped on top of the pattern following a numbered sequence. One at a time, in order, the colored strips circumvent the iris, simulating the iris of a camera. In the early 1900’s…
Find out more »December 2020
Acrylic Pouring-Thursday Dec 3, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Make 6 Pairs of Earrings in One Class-Friday Dec 4, 6:30-8:30pm
Make and take home 6 pairs of earrings! Adult & Teens ages 13 and over - Minimum 2, maximum 6 No Experience NecessaryMaterials Fee: All materials included with hypoallergenic stainless steel wires. (Sterling silver can be provided for a small additional fee.) Description: Just in time for Christmas gift giving. Make 6 pairs of earrings to give as gifts or keep for yourself. Come with your friends for a fun night out and maybe even exchange earrings with each other.…
Find out more »Acrylic Pouring-Saturday, Dec 5, 9am-Noon
Learn Acrylic pouring, and create a unique painting! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor Description: You don't have to be an artist to do this class! The class atmosphere will be fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimental. Acrylic pouring is fun and easy. The results are random and gorgeous. We will experiment with the Dirty Pour, Flip Cup, Balloon dip, Controlled Pour, Pull technique, straw blowing and more. Don’t worry if these terms mean nothing to you yet – you…
Find out more »Silk Painting Workshop: Sunday, Dec 6, 10:30am-3:30pm
Create a hand painted Silk Scarf! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Meets on a Saturday. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor.During this one day workshop you will create a special hand painted silk scarf. You will learn how to use a liquid resist to create your design on the silk. We will take a short break while the resist dries and paint the scarf with special silk dyes. We will set the dyes and…
Find out more »Art Journaling-ONLINE :Monday Dec 7, 6-8pm
Learn Art Journling! Adult & Teens - Minimum 2, maximum 10 Description: Art journaling is great for reducing stress and getting your creative juices flowing. You will learn you are more creative than you thought. The class atmosphere will be one of fun, comfortable, supportive, learning and experimentation. I will give you some prompts and demo different techniques and material usage as well as showing many ideas from my personal art journals and books. Then each student will have plenty…
Find out more »Beginning Watercolor-Thursday Dec 10, 6-9pm
Learn to paint watercolor! Materials Fee: $10 payable to instructor - or bring your own materials (contact instructor for list) Description: Come on in, the water is fine! A lot of people are terrified of painting with watercolor but if you learn the right techniques to begin with it can be fun! This class will include demonstrations of many different techniques. This class will be an ongoing class so instruction will be catered to the students in each class as…
Find out more »Felted Ornaments-Sunday, Dec 13, 10am-Noon
Make hand felted ornaments! Ages 6 and up, Teen, Families, Adults. Limited to 4 participants Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher on day of class. Description: You will learn how to make a needle felted ornament that will be treasured for years to come. There will be three different styles of ornament to choose from: Snowman, Penguin, Song Bird in Nest Contact: szconnollyhowes@gmail.com, 303-499-0635
Find out more »Felted Ornaments-Sunday, Dec 13, 12:30-2:30pm
Make hand felted ornaments! Ages 6 and up, Teen, Families, Adults. Limited to 4 participants Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher on day of class. Description: You will learn how to make a needle felted ornament that will be treasured for years to come. There will be three different styles of ornament to choose from: Snowman, Penguin, Song Bird in Nest Contact: szconnollyhowes@gmail.com, 303-499-0635
Find out more »Felted Ornaments-Sunday, Dec 13, 3-5pm
Make hand felted ornaments! Ages 6 and up, Teen, Families, Adults. Limited to 4 participants Materials fee: $5 payable to teacher on day of class. Description: You will learn how to make a needle felted ornament that will be treasured for years to come. There will be three different styles of ornament to choose from: Snowman, Penguin, Song Bird in Nest Contact: szconnollyhowes@gmail.com, 303-499-0635
Find out more »Iris Folding-ONLINE: Dec 13, 10am-Noon- TeddyBear and Tree Pattern
Learn Iris Folding-focus is on Teddy Bear and Tree patterns! This online class is geared towards adults and kids who can handle scissors.Iris folding is a fun and easy-to-learn technique to make holiday cards. The technique: Using a pattern secured to a flat surface, folded paper strips are taped on top of the pattern following a numbered sequence. One at a time, in order, the colored strips circumvent the iris, simulating the iris of a camera. In the early 1900’s…
Find out more »Painting With Felt Workshop: Saturday, Dec 19, 2:30-6pm
Learn to paint with felt! This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Class meets on a Saturday and there is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.You must contact the Instructor before dropping into this class. This class, taught by Suzanne Connolly-Howes, is designed for all ages, and is a wonderful family experience. You will learn how to make a detailed image using a needle felting tool. You will design your piece on…
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