Handbuilding, Glaze, and Potter’s Wheel Open Studio with Danielle Wood

In this class, students will have the opportunity to explore both handbuilding techniques as well as fundamental approaches to throwing on the potter’s wheel. Techniques that will be explored in handbuilding include pinch pots, coil pots, slab work, drape, slump molds, pillow forms, and press molds. Students may also explore creating bowls, plates, cups, and vases on the potter’s wheel. Students also have the opportunity to experiment with color in glazing using cone 5 & 6 glazes. Students will also be encouraged to try layering glazes starting with engobes and underglazes, building up color on their pieces with various textures. They can also explore using colored clay to make creative patterns and designs in their artwork. New techniques will be offered each class, but students can also bring projects they would like to expand on. Bring your creativity to explore handbuilding and potter’s wheel techniques!

Tuesdays | 6:00 – 9:00 pm | October 27 – December 15, 2026 | 8 sessions | $304 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Drawing Realistic Portraits with Ludmila Demich

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | October 28 – December 16, 2026 | 8 Sessions | $304

Printmaking with Larry Nisula

In this class, students will learn the basics of silkscreen printing. The methods of using photo emulsion and cut stencils to create unique and exciting prints will be explored. Students will move on to discover how to work with brushed on color, as well as the process behind color registration.

Larry will demonstrate techniques as the class progresses, and students will have the opportunity to learn the process of creating intaglio prints, woodcut prints, and linoleum prints. Common techniques include using both drypoint and the etching of copper plates. When printing their plates, students will use etching presses. Note: These printmaking processes involve chemicals and harsh solvents. The instructor will take time to explain proper safety measures. Etching of plates will be done off campus.

All levels welcome.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | October 28 – December 16, 2026 | No class November 18 | 7 sessions  | $266, plus $35 materials fee

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Alan Jones

Mondays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | October 26 – December 14, 2026 | 8 sessions | $304 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Beginning & Intermediate Pottery with Alan Jones

If you have ever wanted to learn how to work with clay, this is the class for you!

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Alan Jones

Mondays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 4 – February 15, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Pottery Open Studio with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will have the opportunity to work in ceramics in an open studio environment where they can focus on their own chosen body of work through handbuilding and wheel throwing. Ceramic techniques and instructor consultation will be available in the studio as needed. It is a great space to build a body of work surrounded by other ceramicists in a supportive artistic community.

Ceramic experience encouraged.

Mondays | 6:00 – 9:00 pm | January 4 – February 15, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Palette Knife Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students will learn the loose processes and unique effects achieved by using palette knives instead of brushes. Participants will be amazed by the incredible abstract or representational work they are able to create using these unexpected tools!

Students will be using flat palette knives, joint knives and other tools. Paintings can be all acrylic or acrylic underpainting finished with oil paints.

The instructor, Sue Hunter, will demonstrate how to prepare a wood cradle board using gesso and muslin and demonstrate how to select subject and apply paint with knives. Join us to learn how these unique tools can be used to create new exciting works of art!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 5 – February 16, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Drawing Basics with Elliott Everson

Everyone can learn to draw and this class will get you started.

Drawing requires learning how to observe correctly and record what you see. Students will learn the essentials of proportion, line, shading, perspective, and composition, and use basic drawing techniques to create realistic pencil drawings of still life, landscapes, and more, with natural and man made textures and subjects.

Learning to draw accurately will provide you with an excellent foundation for additional drawing, colored pencil, painting, and other art classes. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects and textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 5 – February 16, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 5 – February 16, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

Learn to develop and clarify your painting style while expanding your technical skills in this studio class.
Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student-artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class.  

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 6 – February 17, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

Advanced Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

Join us to further your learning about the variety of techniques in colored pencil drawing, including different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, burnishing, as well as other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic colors and textures to create drawings of man made or natural subjects, animals, plants, landscapes, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

Basic experience required. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 6 – February 17, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Printmaking with Larry Nisula

In this class, students will learn the basics of silkscreen printing. The methods of using photo emulsion and cut stencils to create unique and exciting prints will be explored. Students will move on to discover how to work with brushed on color, as well as the process behind color registration.

Larry will demonstrate techniques as the class progresses, and students will have the opportunity to learn the process of creating intaglio prints, woodcut prints, and linoleum prints. Common techniques include using both drypoint and the etching of copper plates. When printing their plates, students will use etching presses. Note: These printmaking processes involve chemicals and harsh solvents. The instructor will take time to explain proper safety measures. Etching of plates will be done off campus.

All levels welcome.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 6 – February 17, 2027 | 7 sessions  | $280, plus $35 materials fee

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 6 – February 17, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Jewelry Making: Silver Casting, Fabrication, and Enameling with Larry Nisula

Jewelry Making is perfect for parents who want to take a class with their children!  This class is all about introducing students to basic and fundamental techniques and tools used to create unique jewelry and metal-smithed objects. Topics covered include fabrication and casting in silver, silver soldering a banded ring, and working in the lost wax method.  Advanced techniques include sand and cuttlebone casting, as well as enameling. Students will have the opportunity to create several jewelry pieces including rings, pendants ,and earrings.

All levels welcome. Open to ages 13+

Wednesdays | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | January 6 – February 17, 2027 | 7 sessions | $187, plus $40+ materials fee (additional costs may be incurred due to silver prices)  

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students are able to work in pastel, watercolor, oil, or acrylic paint. Throughout the class, they will develop and clarify their painting style while expanding their technical skills.

Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings if desired.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 7 – February 18, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

Abstract Painting with Bela Fidel

In this seven-week class, students will learn the most important principles of painting: Design, Value, Color, Line, and ancillary elements that give life to an abstract painting.

Painting in the abstract style requires a reliance on innermost vision, authenticity and feeling.Yes, this also applies to representational painting, but the latter offers an exterior image on which to base a vision. Painting abstract makes artists delve into the recesses of their souls for a truthful and authentic depiction in shapes, values, color, mark-making, etc.

This class will address the technical aspects as well as the personal/feeling resources students go to when creating from the inside out. Join this rewarding adventure and acquire solid and important technical information as well as discover how to play and transform it into a personal, authentic voice.  During this class, students will also learn how to create a concertina sketchbook and learn about the role of a sketchbook in the development of art. In addition, students will learn how to make their own mark-making brushes and how to incorporate mark-making into abstract paintings. This course is comprehensive and will guide students’ artistic and technical development in a friendly and creative atmosphere.

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm  | January 7 – February 18, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280 + $20 materials fee

Hand-building Techniques with Elizabeth Behnke

In this class students will explore and build on creating works in clay using handbuilding techniques and methods. From pinch pots to slab sculpture, and functional to wildly decorative, the class will focus on design and technique to achieve balanced, well constructed, and beautiful works in clay.  Students will choose their own projects and then develop them to completion with the instructor providing guidance.  Overall, this class is intended to be a fun and creative start to your weekend!

Fridays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | January 8 – February 19, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 plus $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Oil Painting Basics with Patrice Al-Shatti

Never picked up a brush? Returning to painting after a long time away? Familiar with other kinds of painting but curious about oils? This is your class. Teens to adults who want to learn in an easy, step by step way that isn’t overwhelming, will be introduced to the three primary styles of oil painting. Students will get comfortable handling the tools and materials and may just come away with a new favorite hobby. Students will learn about color, value, shape and all the basic elements of a successful painting. Nothing looks as lustrous or lasts as long as an oil painting. Isn’t it time to make your own masterpiece? Class supplies will be provided for a modest supply fee so trying something new is easy.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 8 – February 19, 2027  | 7 sessions | $280 + $60 materials fee

Hand-building Techniques in Ceramics with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will explore creating works in clay using various hand-building techniques. Learn to make beautiful one-of-a-kind vessels using simple hand-building methods. This class will delve into unique approaches to surface design. This class will help students gain the confidence needed to experiment by adding personality, style, and artistic voice to their work and is a fun and inspiring way to start to your weekend!

All levels welcome.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | January 8 – February 19, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 +$15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Beginning & Intermediate Pottery with Alan Jones

If you have ever wanted to learn how to work with clay, this is the class for you!

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Alan Jones

Mondays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 22 – April 5, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Pottery Open Studio with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will have the opportunity to work in ceramics in an open studio environment where they can focus on their own chosen body of work through handbuilding and wheel throwing. Ceramic techniques and instructor consultation will be available in the studio as needed. It is a great space to build a body of work surrounded by other ceramicists in a supportive artistic community.

Ceramic experience encouraged.

Mondays | 6:00 – 9:00 pm | February 22 – April 5, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Palette Knife Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students will learn the loose processes and unique effects achieved by using palette knives instead of brushes. Participants will be amazed by the incredible abstract or representational work they are able to create using these unexpected tools!

Students will be using flat palette knives, joint knives and other tools. Paintings can be all acrylic or acrylic underpainting finished with oil paints.

The instructor, Sue Hunter, will demonstrate how to prepare a wood cradle board using gesso and muslin and demonstrate how to select subject and apply paint with knives. Join us to learn how these unique tools can be used to create new exciting works of art!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 23 – April 6, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Drawing Basics with Elliott Everson

Everyone can learn to draw and this class will get you started.

Drawing requires learning how to observe correctly and record what you see. Students will learn the essentials of proportion, line, shading, perspective, and composition, and use basic drawing techniques to create realistic pencil drawings of still life, landscapes, and more, with natural and man made textures and subjects.

Learning to draw accurately will provide you with an excellent foundation for additional drawing, colored pencil, painting, and other art classes. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects and textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 23 – April 6, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 23 – April 6, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

Learn to develop and clarify your painting style while expanding your technical skills in this studio class.
Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student-artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class.  

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 24 – April 7, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

Advanced Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

Join us to further your learning about the variety of techniques in colored pencil drawing, including different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, burnishing, as well as other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic colors and textures to create drawings of man made or natural subjects, animals, plants, landscapes, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

Basic experience required. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 24 – April 7, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Printmaking with Larry Nisula

In this class, students will learn the basics of silkscreen printing. The methods of using photo emulsion and cut stencils to create unique and exciting prints will be explored. Students will move on to discover how to work with brushed on color, as well as the process behind color registration.

Larry will demonstrate techniques as the class progresses, and students will have the opportunity to learn the process of creating intaglio prints, woodcut prints, and linoleum prints. Common techniques include using both drypoint and the etching of copper plates. When printing their plates, students will use etching presses. Note: These printmaking processes involve chemicals and harsh solvents. The instructor will take time to explain proper safety measures. Etching of plates will be done off campus.

All levels welcome.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 24 – April 7, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280, plus $35 materials fee

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 24 – April 7, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Jewelry Making: Silver Casting, Fabrication, and Enameling with Larry Nisula

Jewelry Making is perfect for parents who want to take a class with their children!  This class is all about introducing students to basic and fundamental techniques and tools used to create unique jewelry and metal-smithed objects. Topics covered include fabrication and casting in silver, silver soldering a banded ring, and working in the lost wax method.  Advanced techniques include sand and cuttlebone casting, as well as enameling. Students will have the opportunity to create several jewelry pieces including rings, pendants ,and earrings.

All levels welcome. Open to ages 13+

Wednesdays | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | February 24 – April 7, 2027 | 7 sessions | $187, plus $40+ materials fee (additional costs may be incurred due to silver prices)  

Painting in a Series with Bela Fidel

This course will expand students’ knowledge of abstract painting through the process of working in a series. Students will discover their own unique and original voice while building a body of work. This course will define the concept of working in series exploring repetition, experimentation and thematic cohesion. Students will learn about sequential exploration, motifs, themes and techniques for cohesion and consistency. This is the perfect course for students who have been painting in abstract style for any length of time. This course will use both oils and acrylics.

Painting experience encouraged. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 25 – April 8, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $10 materials fee

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students are able to work in pastel, watercolor, oil, or acrylic paint. Throughout the class, they will develop and clarify their painting style while expanding their technical skills.

Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings if desired.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 25 – April 8, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

Abstracting the Landscape with Bela Fidel

Dive into the art of reimagining nature. This class invites students to explore the essence of natural forms, colors, and textures while breaking free from literal representation. Students will experiment with various techniques including layering, mark-making and innovative use of color, to create their own abstracted landscapes. Learn to transform the familiar into something deeply personal and unique. Whether a seasoned artist of just beginning, this is a space for students to unwind, get inspired and make something that truly reflects their perspective.

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm  | February 25 – March 18, 2027 | 4 sessions | $160 + $20 materials fee

Hand-building Techniques with Elizabeth Behnke

In this class students will explore and build on creating works in clay using handbuilding techniques and methods. From pinch pots to slab sculpture, and functional to wildly decorative, the class will focus on design and technique to achieve balanced, well constructed, and beautiful works in clay.  Students will choose their own projects and then develop them to completion with the instructor providing guidance.  Overall, this class is intended to be a fun and creative start to your weekend!

Fridays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | February 26 – April 9, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 plus $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Underpainting and Glazing in Oils with Patrice Al-Shatti

In this class, students will learn an easy step by step method to achieve luminous realism in oils using a modern variation of the underpainting and glazing techniques used by historic masters. Students will hone their skills at preparing a painting surface, explore several ways to get their image on a panel or canvas, learn about underpaintings and how they make the painting process accessible for anyone, and experience the joy of glazing for depth and vibrancy of color. Glazing in oils is a magical process that brings extraordinary richness to contemporary realistic artwork and students will be amazed by their results. The class is divided into four sequential units where students will build an oil painting from hardboard panel up to a finished masterpiece. Beginning and more advanced oil painters are welcome.

Advanced Track: Students who have learned the basics of underpainting and glazing will explore the impact of burnt umber and pastel under paintings and work on imagery of their own choice. Students will work one on one with the instructor to improve their painting technique, hone their artistic voice, and generate amazing reference photos. Please come to the first session with several images you’d like to work with.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 26 – April 2, 2027 | No class March 26 | 5 sessions | $200

Hand-building Techniques in Ceramics with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will explore creating works in clay using various hand-building techniques. Learn to make beautiful one-of-a-kind vessels using simple hand-building methods. This class will delve into unique approaches to surface design. This class will help students gain the confidence needed to experiment by adding personality, style, and artistic voice to their work and is a fun and inspiring way to start to your weekend!

All levels welcome.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | February 26 – April 9, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 +$15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Beginning & Intermediate Pottery with Alan Jones

If you have ever wanted to learn how to work with clay, this is the class for you!

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Alan Jones

Mondays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 12 – May 24, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Pottery Open Studio with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will have the opportunity to work in ceramics in an open studio environment where they can focus on their own chosen body of work through handbuilding and wheel throwing. Ceramic techniques and instructor consultation will be available in the studio as needed. It is a great space to build a body of work surrounded by other ceramicists in a supportive artistic community.

Ceramic experience encouraged.

Mondays | 6:00 – 9:00 pm | April 12 – May 24, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 + $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Palette Knife Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students will learn the loose processes and unique effects achieved by using palette knives instead of brushes. Participants will be amazed by the incredible abstract or representational work they are able to create using these unexpected tools!

Students will be using flat palette knives, joint knives and other tools. Paintings can be all acrylic or acrylic underpainting finished with oil paints.

The instructor, Sue Hunter, will demonstrate how to prepare a wood cradle board using gesso and muslin and demonstrate how to select subject and apply paint with knives. Join us to learn how these unique tools can be used to create new exciting works of art!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 13 – May 25, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

Learn to develop and clarify your painting style while expanding your technical skills in this studio class.
Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student-artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class.  

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 14 – May 26, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

Printmaking with Larry Nisula

In this class, students will learn the basics of silkscreen printing. The methods of using photo emulsion and cut stencils to create unique and exciting prints will be explored. Students will move on to discover how to work with brushed on color, as well as the process behind color registration.

Larry will demonstrate techniques as the class progresses, and students will have the opportunity to learn the process of creating intaglio prints, woodcut prints, and linoleum prints. Common techniques include using both drypoint and the etching of copper plates. When printing their plates, students will use etching presses. Note: These printmaking processes involve chemicals and harsh solvents. The instructor will take time to explain proper safety measures. Etching of plates will be done off campus.

All levels welcome.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 14 – May 26, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280, plus $35 materials fee

Jewelry Making: Silver Casting, Fabrication, and Enameling with Larry Nisula

Jewelry Making is perfect for parents who want to take a class with their children!  This class is all about introducing students to basic and fundamental techniques and tools used to create unique jewelry and metal-smithed objects. Topics covered include fabrication and casting in silver, silver soldering a banded ring, and working in the lost wax method.  Advanced techniques include sand and cuttlebone casting, as well as enameling. Students will have the opportunity to create several jewelry pieces including rings, pendants ,and earrings.

All levels welcome. Open to ages 13+

Wednesdays | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | April 14 – May 26, 2027 | 7 sessions | $187, plus $40+ materials fee (additional costs may be incurred due to silver prices)  

Oil and Cold Wax with Bela Fidel

Ready to loosen up and let your creativity flow? Join us for a relaxed, hands-on workshop and dive into the lush world of cold wax and oil paints. Cold wax medium is a buttery, beeswax-based paste that mingles beautifully with oil colors. The moment you blend the two, the magic begins: rich textures, soft translucence, and velvety layers that seem to glow from within. It encourages experimentation—scraping back, adding layers, embedding marks and collage—all without the long drying times or rigid rules of traditional oil painting. No previous experience needed, this class will guide you through simple techniques for mixing, spreading, and layering, then let you follow your own creative instincts. Discover how cold wax can create dreamy, matte surfaces that invite touch, build depth with subtle veils of color, and capture spontaneous textures—from smooth sweeps to rugged, weathered effects.

Come as you are, bring a curious spirit, and leave with art that feels uniquely yours.

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class.

Thursdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 15 – May 27, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280, plus $30 materials fee

Studio Painting with Sue Hunter

In this class, students are able to work in pastel, watercolor, oil, or acrylic paint. Throughout the class, they will develop and clarify their painting style while expanding their technical skills.

Sue will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings if desired.

All levels and media welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 15 – May 27, 2027 | 7 Sessions | $280

ABSTRACTING THE FIGURE with Bela Fidel

This class invites students to explore the human form in a whole new way – going beyond realism to capture emotion, movement, and meaning. Students will experiment with dynamic techniques like distortion, color play, mark-making, and texture as well as bold lines, expressive shapes and unexpected colors to create work that feels deeply personal and unique. The class will explore the emotions and energy that the figure can evoke. Whether students are just starting out or looking to expand their artistic approach, this class is all about self-expression and discovery. Let’s reimagine the figure together!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see a suggested supply list for this class. 

Thursdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm  | April 15 – May 6, 2027 | 4 sessions | $160 + $20 materials fee

Hand-building Techniques with Elizabeth Behnke

In this class students will explore and build on creating works in clay using handbuilding techniques and methods. From pinch pots to slab sculpture, and functional to wildly decorative, the class will focus on design and technique to achieve balanced, well constructed, and beautiful works in clay.  Students will choose their own projects and then develop them to completion with the instructor providing guidance.  Overall, this class is intended to be a fun and creative start to your weekend!

Fridays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 16 – May 28, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 plus $15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Oil Painting Basics with Patrice Al-Shatti

Never picked up a brush? Returning to painting after a long time away? Familiar with other kinds of painting but curious about oils? This is your class. Teens to adults who want to learn in an easy, step by step way that isn’t overwhelming, will be introduced to the three primary styles of oil painting. Students will get comfortable handling the tools and materials and may just come away with a new favorite hobby. Students will learn about color, value, shape and all the basic elements of a successful painting. Nothing looks as lustrous or lasts as long as an oil painting. Isn’t it time to make your own masterpiece? Class supplies will be provided for a modest supply fee so trying something new is easy.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 16 – May 28, 2027  | 7 sessions | $280 + $60 materials fee

Hand-building Techniques in Ceramics with Dani Sirrine

In this class, students will explore creating works in clay using various hand-building techniques. Learn to make beautiful one-of-a-kind vessels using simple hand-building methods. This class will delve into unique approaches to surface design. This class will help students gain the confidence needed to experiment by adding personality, style, and artistic voice to their work and is a fun and inspiring way to start to your weekend!

All levels welcome.

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 16 – May 28, 2027 | 7 sessions | $280 +$15 studio fee (required), $20+ for clay (if purchased through Shemer)

Drawing Basics with Elliott Everson

Everyone can learn to draw and this class will get you started.

Drawing requires learning how to observe correctly and record what you see. Students will learn the essentials of proportion, line, shading, perspective, and composition, and use basic drawing techniques to create realistic pencil drawings of still life, landscapes, and more, with natural and man made textures and subjects.

Learning to draw accurately will provide you with an excellent foundation for additional drawing, colored pencil, painting, and other art classes. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects and textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 20 – May 25, 2027 | 6 sessions | $240

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Tuesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 20 – May 25, 2027 | 6 sessions | $240

Advanced Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

Join us to further your learning about the variety of techniques in colored pencil drawing, including different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, burnishing, as well as other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic colors and textures to create drawings of man made or natural subjects, animals, plants, landscapes, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers. Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, try new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces. Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

Basic experience required. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | April 21 – May 26, 2027 | 6 sessions | $240

Colored Pencil Techniques with Elliott Everson

In this class students will learn the basic techniques of colored pencil drawing. Instruction will include different pencil strokes, blending, layering colors, and burnishing, as well as the use of other tools and materials.

Use colored pencils to achieve realistic color and texture in your drawing of your subject matter, be it animal, plant, landscape, shiny or rusty cars, or a glass vase of flowers!  Returning students will continue learning and refining techniques, trying new subjects, and experimenting with textures or surfaces.

Come to work on a current project or start a new idea. Have fun!

All levels welcome. Click HERE to see the supply list for this class.

Wednesdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | April 21 – May 26, 2027 | 6 sessions | $240