Summer Session 2023
10-Week Session: May 16 – July 22
7-Week Session: June 6 – July 22
NO CLASS:
June 8 (Versus: A Live Art Battle)
Makeup Date: July 27
July 4 (Holiday)
Makeup Date: July 25
Fall Session 2023
16-Week Session: August 8 – December 9
7-Week Session 1: August 8 – September 23
Rain Date Makeup: Week of September 26
7-Week Session 2: October 10 – December 9
Rain Date Makeup: Week of December 12
NO CLASS:
November 7 – 11 – Holiday Tables Week
November 21 -25 – Thanksgiving Week
Winter Session 2024
16-Week Session: January 2 – April 20
7-Week Session 1: January 2 – February 17
7-Week Session 2: March 5 – April 20
TUESDAYS
BEGINNING OIL PAINTING
Students will learn the basics of painting using only three pigments to interpret a range of still-lifes comprised of simple geometric shapes and plaster casts. Principles learned in drawing classes will be applied in learning to paint. This course will cover a range of topics that have to do with how paint behaves when painting from the still-life, such as edges, opacity, transparency, and color theory.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Ian Snyder
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
7 Week Course
Session 1: January 3 – February 14
Session 2: March 7 – April 18
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
INTRODUCTION INTO COLOR THEORY (ENGLISH & SPANISH)
This introductory class teaches beginners the basics of color theory using acrylic paints. Students will learn how to mix any color from the basic primary colors plus black and white. Students will also learn the difference between cool and warm colors, the use of complementary colors, and how things like hue and value work together. Students will be given prompts to help give guidance, or they can choose their own subject matter.
Class is offered and Spanish and English.
Esta clase introductoria enseña a los participantes los conceptos básicos de la teoría del color utilizando pinturas acrílicas. Los estudiantes aprenderán a mezclar cualquier color de los colores primarios básicos más blanco y negro. Los estudiantes también aprenderán la diferencia entre colores fríos y calientes, el uso de colores complementarios y cómo cosas como el tono y el valor funcionan juntos. A los estudiantes se les darán indicaciones para ayudar a orientarlos, o pueden elegir su propio tema.
Clase ofrecida en inglés y español.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Jocelyn Lechuga
Tuesdays, 10:00a.m.- Noon
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
AFTERNOON ABSTRACT PAINTING
Explore past and current trends in nonobjective painting, exploring acrylic, water-based media and drawing with collage. Students work at their own pace on personal projects with guidance from Jim. All experience levels are welcome, and experimentation will be encouraged.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Jim Gross
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
7 Week Course
June 6 – July 25
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
AFTERNOON ABSTRACT PAINTING
Explore past and current trends in nonobjective painting, exploring acrylic, water-based media and drawing with collage. Students work at their own pace on personal projects with guidance from Jim. All experience levels are welcome, and experimentation will be encouraged.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Jim Gross
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 8 – September 19
Session 2: October 10 – December 5
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
AFTERNOON ABSTRACT PAINTING
Explore past and current trends in nonobjective painting, exploring acrylic, water-based media and drawing with collage. Students work at their own pace on personal projects with guidance from Jim. All experience levels are welcome, and experimentation will be encouraged.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Jim Gross
Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
PAINTING LIGHT IN THE STUDIO
Increase your skills to translate imagery from your tablet or photograph to canvas. Work on principles of design, color harmony, temperature, value, ad more. Demonstrations and short presentations will help refine skills to develop one’s unique voice.
Ages: 15+ | Instructor: Virginia Grass Simmons
Tuesdays, 1 – 4 p.m.
7 Weeks: October 10 – December 5
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $188 | Member Price: $169.20
PAINTING LIGHT IN THE STUDIO
Increase your skills to translate imagery from your tablet or photograph to canvas. Work on principles of design, color harmony, temperature, value, ad more. Demonstrations and short presentations will help refine skills to develop one’s unique voice.
Ages: 15+ | Instructor: Virginia Grass Simmons
Tuesdays, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price: $196 | Member Price: $176.40
MULTI-MEDIA: COLORED PENCIL, PASTEL & WATERCOLOR (AFTERNOON)
Learn through exploration in a relaxed environment. Students work on individual projects focusing on composition, perspective, value, color mixing, layering and more in their medium(s) of choice.
Ages: 13+ | Instructor: Gayle Clayborn
Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
7 Weeks: October 10 – December 12 (no class October 31)
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
MULTI-MEDIA: COLORED PENCIL, PASTEL & WATERCOLOR (AFTERNOON)
Learn through exploration in a relaxed environment. Students work on individual projects focusing on composition, perspective, value, color mixing, layering and more in their medium(s) of choice.
Ages: 12+ | Instructor: Gayle Clayborn
Tuesdays, 3:30–5:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
DIGITAL PAINTING WITH PROCREATE
The tools of Procreate are vast and can be difficult for a beginner to navigate. This class will help you learn what those tools are and how to use them practically. You might find it’s one of the most fun and easy apps use for digital art. Students must supply their own iPad with the ProCreate app and a charger.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Lauren Miller
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 8 – September 19
Session 2: October 10 – December 5
Location: Youth Studio
Nonmember Price: $125| Member Price: $112.50
DIGITAL PAINTING WITH PROCREATE
The tools of Procreate are vast and can be difficult for a beginner to navigate. This class will help you learn what those tools are and how to use them practically. You might find it’s one of the most fun and easy apps use for digital art. Students must supply their own iPad with the ProCreate app and a charger.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Lauren Miller
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Youth Studio
Public Price: $129| Member Price: $116.10
MULTI-MEDIA: COLORED PENCIL, PASTEL & WATERCOLOR (EVENING)
Learn through exploration in a relaxed environment. Students work on individual projects focusing on composition, perspective, value, color mixing, layering and more in their medium(s) of choice.
Ages: 13+ | Instructor: Gayle Clayborn
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 8 – September 19
Session 2: October 10 – December 12 (no class October 31)
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS
Students will master the basics needed to be successful in watercolor including creating a wash, pouring a background, color mixing, color theory, various applications and techniques, as well as rules for composition and design.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Bernadette Bradshaw
Tuesdays, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 8 – September 19
Session 2: October 10 – December 5
Location: Sculpture Studio
Nonmember Price: $156 | Member Price: $140.40
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS
Students will master the basics needed to be successful in watercolor including creating a wash, pouring a background, color mixing, color theory, various applications and techniques, as well as rules for composition and design.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Bernadette Bradshaw
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
UKRIANIAN EGG DECORATING
Students will learn the traditional art of pysanka, a wax-resist method of dyeing eggs that dates back centuries. Led by instructor Svitlana Tararuk, participants will be guided through the process of creating two beautifully designed eggs using the pysanka style. Students will get a step-by-step demonstration of the techniques involved and will, then, have the opportunity to experiment with different colors and designs as they craft intricate designs of their own. By the end of the class, each student will have two unique and stunning pysanky to take home as a cherished handmade keepsake.
Ages: 14 + | Instructor: Svitlana Tararuk
Tuesday, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
7-Weeks
Session 1: Jan 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar. 5 – Apr. 16
Location: Sculpture Studio
Public Price: $161 | Member Price: $144.90
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING
Beginners will cover the basics including color mixing and how to apply acrylic paint with various techniques. Additional topics include perspective, proportion and color theory. Students will choose the subject matter for their paintings with guided instruction. Various creative styles of painting will be explored for further inspiration. Intermediate students continue to build upon the techniques and painting skills learned as a beginner. Students will develop their own artistic voice using fundamental formal ideas and processes.
Ages: 13+ | Instructor: Doug Billings
Tuesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
7 Week Course
June 6 – July 25
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $188 | Member Price: $169.20
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING
Beginners will cover the basics including color mixing and how to apply acrylic paint with various techniques. Additional topics include perspective, proportion and color theory. Students will choose the subject matter for their paintings with guided instruction. Various creative styles of painting will be explored for further inspiration. Intermediate students continue to build upon the techniques and painting skills learned as a beginner. Students will develop their own artistic voice using fundamental formal ideas and processes.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Doug Billings
Tuesdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
16- Weeks: August 8 – December 5
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $430 | Member Price: $387
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING
Beginners will cover the basics including color mixing and how to apply acrylic paint with various techniques. Additional topics include perspective, proportion and color theory. Students will choose the subject matter for their paintings with guided instruction. Various creative styles of painting will be explored for further inspiration. Intermediate students continue to build upon the techniques and painting skills learned as a beginner. Students will develop their own artistic voice using fundamental formal ideas and processes.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Doug Billings
Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 2 – Feb. 13
Session 2: Mar.5 – Apr. 16
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price: $196 | Member Price: $176.40
WEDNESDAYS
LUMINOUS LIGHT
The important elements of a well-designed and beautifully “lit” painting will be practiced and discussed. Students will paint from their own photographs. This class is for those who want to immerse themselves in painting for longer periods of time. This will allow more time for instruction and more time to complete your work.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Mary Binford Miller
Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
16 Weeks: August 9 – December 6
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $716 | Member Price: $644.40
LUMINOUS LIGHT
The important elements of a well-designed and beautifully “lit” painting will be practiced and discussed. Students will paint from their own photographs. This class is for those who want to immerse themselves in painting for longer periods of time. This will allow more time for instruction and more time to complete your work.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Mary Binford Miller
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
7 Weeks: Jan. 3 – Feb. 14
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price: $391 | Member Price: $351.90
INTRO TO DIGITAL ART
In this course, participants will delve into the fundamental principles and techniques of digital drawing. Through exploring traditional painting methods, students will enhance their existing painting skills and also acquire knowledge to apply these techniques to traditional art in a digital context.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Lauren Miller
Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 3 – Feb. 14
Session 2: Mar. 6 – Apr. 17
Location: Youth Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
CREATE A COMIC
Delve into the fascinating world of comic creation, where you’ll be guided through the process of crafting captivating characters and breath-taking scenes. Unlock your artistic potential as you embark on an exciting journey, equipping yourself with the skills needed to bring your imaginative vision to life through the creation of your very own comic pages or even an entire comic book!
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: CJ Marsh
Wednesdays: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks – Session 2:
September 11 – December 6
Location: Youth Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
ANATOMY OF THE HAND
Break down the complexity of the human hand in this focused drawing course. Each week, students will be guided through structure, gesture, and anatomy of the hands. Different scenarios and angles will be presented, with the goal for students to become comfortable drawing realistic hands.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Alec Lang
Wednesdays: 6 – 8 p.m.
7 Week Course:
Session 1: January 4 – February 15
Session 2: March 8 – April 19
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
ABSTRACT PAINTING
Learn about past and current trends in nonobjective painting and explore possibilities with found objects ad techniques with mixed media. Students work on individual projects with guidance from the instructor. All skill levels are welcome.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Matthew Hilyard
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Week Course
June 7 – July 19
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
ABSTRACT PAINTING
Learn about past and current trends in nonobjective painting and explore possibilities with found objects ad techniques with mixed media. Students work on individual projects with guidance from the instructor. All skill levels are welcome.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Matthew Hilyard
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Week Course
Session 1: August 9 – September 10
Session 2: October 11 – December 6
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
ABSTRACT PAINTING
Learn about past and current trends in nonobjective painting and explore possibilities with found objects ad techniques with mixed media. Students work on individual projects with guidance from the instructor. All skill levels are welcome.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Matthew Hilyard
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 3 – Feb. 21 (No class Jan. 31)
Session 2: Mar. 6 – Apr. 24 (No class Apr. 3)
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
EXPLORE THE STUDIOS
In this 7-week course, students will have the opportunity to experience a workshop in every one of Mark Arts’ 7 art studios. Each week will be led by a different instructor who teaches weekly classes in their medium. Workshops will all be beginner level in mediums including acrylic painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, cooking, and metalsmithing/enameling.
Ages: 16 + | Instructors: See Studios Below
Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 3 – Feb. 14
Jan. 3 – Easels
Jan. 10 – Printmaking
Jan. 17 – Ceramics
Jan 24 -Sculpture
Jan. 31 – Tables
Feb. 7 – Culinary
Feb. 14 – Metals
Session 2: Mar. 6 – Apr. 17
Mar. 6 – Easels
Mar. 13 – Printmaking
Mar. 20 – Ceramics
Mar. 24 – Sculpture
Apr. 3 – Tables
Apr. 10 – Metals
Apr. 17 – Culinary
Public Price: $258 | Member Price: $232.20
PAINTING STAINED GLASS
In this course we will learn the basics of mixing powder paint with different oils or water to create a design that we will then fire into the glass using a kiln. Each class during the 7-week course will focus in depth on one powder layer which will then be fired, and a new layer will be added at the following class. The end result will be a beautiful piece of artwork that will play with natural light for many years to come! This technique has been around for hundreds of years and used in many beautiful windows to embellish architectures across the globe!
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Ashley Bryan
Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
7-Weeks: Mar. 6 – Apr. 24 (No class Apr. 10)
Location: Metals Studio
Public Price: $173 | Member Price: $155.70
THURSDAYS
UNLIMITED COLOR - PART 2
In this continuation of Limited Palette, Unlimited Color. we are removing the limit in this palette and learning the principles of color. What colors play well together? Why does the color on my palette look different when I lay it on my canvas? When you learn the why of color, it opens up a whole new world of informed possibilities. This class is suitable for beginners to the seasoned artist but completion of Limited Palette, Unlimited Color is required.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
7 weeks – Session 1:
August 10 – September 21
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $156 | Member Price $140.40
SMALL PAINTINGS, BIG IMPACT
Gain confidence in your art making. Painting small is the quickest way to improve your skills! In this course students will explore how to craft small paintings while focusing on the important elements of a successful composition. Learn how to let go of what is not needed and pick up speed along the way. Any paint medium is welcome. Students must have working knowledge of their chosen medium.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
10 week Course
May 18 – July 27 (no class June 8)
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $257.50 | Member Price $231.70
SMALL PAINTINGS, BIG IMPACT
Gain confidence in your art making. Painting small is the quickest way to improve your skills! In this course students will explore how to craft small paintings while focusing on the important elements of a successful composition. Learn how to let go of what is not needed and pick up speed along the way. Any paint medium is welcome. Students must have working knowledge of their chosen medium.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
7 weeks – Session 2:
October 12 – December 7
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $156 | Member Price $140.40
SMALL PAINTINGS, BIG IMPACT
Gain confidence in your art making. Painting small is the quickest way to improve your skills! In this course students will explore how to craft small paintings while focusing on the important elements of a successful composition. Learn how to let go of what is not needed and pick up speed along the way. Any paint medium is welcome. Students must have working knowledge of their chosen medium.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-Noon
7 weeks: Jan. 4 – Mar. 15
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price $161 | Member Price $144.90
BEYOND THE BRUSH
Painting is traditionally done with a brush of different sizes, shapes, and bristle type. We are going to explore making art with unconventional tools. Yes, you can still use your favorite brushes, but let’s think outside the box (and maybe even use that box) to make art from realism to abstraction and everything in between. All painting mediums welcome.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-Noon
7 weeks: Mar. 7 – Apr. 18
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price $161 | Member Price $144.90
LIMITED PALETTE, UNLIMITED COLOR - PART 1
One red, one blue, one yellow, with white can make any color in the world from the brightest bright to the grayest gray. If you struggle to mix the color you desire or have never mixed color, we will take the color wheel down to the primaries without sacrificing saturation – a limited palette with truly unlimited color. This class is suitable for beginners to the seasoned artist. Come enter the wonderful world of color!
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
7 week Course
Dates: March 9 – April 20
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $156 | Member Price $140.40
DIGITAL PAINTING WITH PROCREATE
The tools of Procreate are vast and can be difficult for a beginner to navigate. This class will help you learn what those tools are and how to use them practically. You might find it’s one of the most fun and easy apps use for digital art. Students must supply their own iPad with the ProCreate app and a charger.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Alec Lang
Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
7 Week Course
Session 1: January 5 – February 16
Session 2: March 9 – April 20
Location: Sculpture Studio
Nonmember Price: $125| Member Price: $112.50
ADVANCED WATERCOLOR
Students will work on individually driven projects with instruction on professional techniques and use of color. Students are encouraged to discuss ideas, techniques and learned skills with fellow students in this friendly studio environment.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Bernadette Bradshaw
Thursdays, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
10 Week Course
May 25 – August 3 (no class June 8)
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price $215 | Member Price $193.50
ADVANCED WATERCOLOR
Students will work on individually driven projects with instruction on professional techniques and use of color. Students are encouraged to discuss ideas, techniques and learned skills with fellow students in this friendly studio environment.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Bernadette Bradshaw
Thursdays, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 10 – September 21
Session 2: October 12 – December 7
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price $156 | Member Price $140.40
ADVANCED WATERCOLOR
Students will work on individually driven projects with instruction on professional techniques and use of color. Students are encouraged to discuss ideas, techniques and learned skills with fellow students in this friendly studio environment.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Bernadette Bradshaw
Thursdays, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 4 – Feb. 15
Session 2: Mar. 7 – Apr. 18
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price $129 | Member Price $116.10
PAINTING IN AMAZING TECHNICOLOR
Each artist makes palette choices that dramatically affect the feel of a painting, but choosing the right colors is not as easy as it seems. This class will explore all the facets of color – hue, chroma, value and mixing. All media are welcome, but painting experience is required.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
10 Week Course
May 18 – July 27 (no class June 8)
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $412 | Member Price $370.80
PAINTING IN AMAZING TECHNICOLOR
Each artist makes palette choices that dramatically affect the feel of a painting, but choosing the right colors is not as easy as it seems. This class will explore all the facets of color – hue, chroma, value and mixing. All media are welcome, but painting experience is required.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
16 Weeks: August 10 – December 7
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $430 | Member Price $387.00
PAINTING IN AMAZING TECHNICOLOR
Each artist makes palette choices that dramatically affect the feel of a painting, but choosing the right colors is not as easy as it seems. This class will explore all the facets of color – hue, chroma, value and mixing. All media are welcome, but painting experience is required.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
16 Weeks: Jan. 4 – Apr. 18
Location: Easels Studio
Public Price $443 | Member Price $398.70
LIMITED PALETTE, UNLIMITED COLOR - PART 1
One red, one blue, one yellow, with white can make any color in the world from the brightest bright to the grayest gray. If you struggle to mix the color you desire or have never mixed color, we will take the color wheel down to the primaries without sacrificing saturation – a limited palette with truly unlimited color. This class is suitable for beginners to the seasoned artist. Come enter the wonderful world of color!
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
7 week Course
Dates: June 15 – July 27 (no class June 8)
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price $156 | Member Price $140.40
DUNGEONS AND CRAFTS
Dungeons and Crafts is an immersive Dungeons and Dragons course that equips students with the skills to host their own creative sessions. Through this class, participants will master map creation, character design, storytelling essentials, and game development. Dungeons and Dragons, a renowned tabletop game, fosters artistic expression, mathematical proficiency, role-playing abilities, and imaginative thinking, guaranteeing both enjoyment and the formation of friendships. As a culmination of the course, students will engage in a beginner-level gameplay experience together.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Rachel McCabe
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 4 – Feb. 15
Session 2: Mar. 7 – Apr. 18
Location: Sculpture Studio
Public Price: $129| Member Price: $116.10
BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
Learn the art of watercolor painting, including the three characteristics of the medium (transparent, translucent, opaque), forms of watercolor, painting equipment, painting composition guidelines and basic color theory.
Ages 14+ | Instructor: Caryl Morgan
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Week Course
June 15 – July 27 (no class June 8)
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
Learn the art of watercolor painting, including the three characteristics of the medium (transparent, translucent, opaque), forms of watercolor, painting equipment, painting composition guidelines and basic color theory.
Ages 14+ | Instructor: Caryl Morgan
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August10 – September 21
Session 2: October 12 – December 7
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
Learn the art of watercolor painting, including the three characteristics of the medium (transparent, translucent, opaque), forms of watercolor, painting equipment, painting composition guidelines and basic color theory.
Ages 14+ | Instructor: Caryl Morgan
Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 4 – Feb. 15
Session 2: Mar. 7 – Apr. 18
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
UKRAINIAN EGG DECORATING
Students will learn the traditional art of pysanka, a wax-resist method of dyeing eggs that dates back centuries. Led by instructor Svitlana Tararuk, participants will be guided through the process of creating two beautifully designed eggs using the pysanka style. Students will get a step-by-step demonstration of the techniques involved and will, then, have the opportunity to experiment with different colors and designs as they craft intricate designs of their own. By the end of the class, each student will have two unique and stunning pysanky to take home as a cherished handmade keepsake.
Ages: 14 + | Instructor: Svitlana Tararuk
Thursday, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 10 – September 21
Session 2: October 12 – December 7
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
FRIDAYS
CLASSICAL PAINTING
Students will learn the basics of painting, using only three pigments, to interpret a range of still-lifes comprised of simple geometric shapes and plaster casts (depending on the student). Principles learned in drawing classes will be applied in learning to paint. This course will cover a range of topics that have to do with how paint behaves when painting from the still-life, such as edges, opacity, transparency, warm and cool colors (color theory), etc.
Ages: 14+ | Instructor: Ian Snyder
Fridays, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
10 Week Course
May 19 – July 21
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $450 | Member Price: $405
SATURDAYS
PAINTING PORTRAITS FROM A PHOTO
This course offers an immersive exploration of the art of portraiture painting. Participants will learn techniques and methods specifically tailored to capturing the essence and details of human faces, using photographs as references. Through instruction, demos, and hands-on practice, students will develop their skills to create portraits in their own artistic style, master elements such as proportion & color, and capture the personalities of their subjects.
Ages 18+ | Instructor: Elizabeth Corbett
Saturdays, 1 – 4 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: August 12 – September 23
Session 2: October 14 – December 9
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $185 | Member Price: $166.50
INTRODUCTION TO PAPER ARTS
Students can expect to learn how to fold different origami patterns. We will go over some basic paper sculpture techniques which include creating paper flowers using crepe paper. Also, students will learn how to make simple booklets and then more complicated bookmaking techniques.
Ages 14+ | Instructor: Lauren Miller
Saturdays, 2–4 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 13 – Feb. 24 (No class Jan. 6)
Session 2: Mar. 9 – Apr.20
Location: Tables Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
BUSINESS OF ART
This course is designed to teach artists of all skills how to manage the professional demands of a career in art. Topics of study will include website/portfolio building, artist statements, headshots/bios, elevator pitches, taxes/deductions, social media promotion, marketing, pricing one’s work, non-profit vs for-profit, grants, and more.
Ages 14+ | Instructor: Max Wilson
Saturdays, 2–4 p.m.
7 Weeks
Session 1: Jan. 6 – Feb. 17
Session 2: Mar. 9 – Apr. 20
Location: Printmaking Studio
Public Price: $129 | Member Price: $116.10
Painting Drop-in Open Studio
Fridays, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Students currently enrolled may attend open studio free of charge.
For previous students not currently enrolled, open studio is available for $25 per session.
MODERN TRADITIONS IN PAINTING
Students will develop their painting skills in the representational or abstract style of their choice. The emphasis will be on the techniques and methodology of painting and on individual problem solving. Topics covered include color, composition, texture, tools and materials.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Brian Hinkle
Tuesdays, 2 – 4:30 p.m.
Dates: October 20 – December 8
Location: Easels Studio
Nonmember Price: $125 | Member Price: $112.50
On the first day of class, students will need to bring the supplies they already have along with note-taking supplies as the instructor will be going over the supply list and discussing student projects.
BACK TO COLOR BASICS
Let’s take color down to the very basics. If you struggle to mix the color you desire or have never mixed any color ever, we will take the color wheel down to the primaries without sacrificing saturation – a limited palette with unlimited color. This class is suitable for beginners to the seasoned artist.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Melinda Weis
Thursdays, 9 a.m. – noon
Dates: May 14 – July 2
Location: Easel Studio
Nonmember Price: $210 | Member Price: $189
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR
Learn the art of watercolor painting, including the three characteristics of the medium (transparent, translucent, opaque), forms of watercolor, painting equipment, painting composition guidelines and basic color theory.
Ages: 16+ | Instructor: Tracie Lyn Huskamp
Wednesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
7 Week Course
Dates: March 10 – April 28
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price $102 | Member Price $91.80
** The instructor will distribute the class supply list at the first session but, if possible, asks students to bring to the first class the book “The Encyclopedia of Watercolor Techniques” by Hazel Harrison Second Edition Hardcover.
COLLAGE AND ASSEMBLAGE
Learn how to combine, drawing, painting, collage and assemblage. Improve your creativity, sense of composition, and use of color and texture. Students will learn about elements and principles of design to apply to fine art. Intermediate students. Bring media that you are interested in.
Ages: 18+ | Instructor: Tracie Lyn Huskamp
Wednesdays, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
7 Week Course
Dates: June 2 – July 14
Location: Tables Studio
Nonmember Price $102 | Member Price $91.80
