Classes Nashville, TN

Our open-studio figure drawing sessions provide a regular space where artists can learn how to draw the human figure. We can provide instruction from our seasoned and dedicated artists or you are free to draw or paint at your own accord. Artists benefit from working in an environment where they can explore their creativity and share ideas, so join...

Do you want to take on a new skill this year by learning to paint? Maybe “brush” up on your already developed eye for painting? Would you like to meet other people just like you? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, join O’Studio at its new convenient location while we celebrate our new partnership with Plaza Art Supply! We learn...

Artists will be working at their own pace on individual projects in Oil, Acrylic, Pastel, Charcoal, Pencil, Pen & Ink or Colored Pencil. You may bring your own reference material or use studio reference books or still life arrangements set up in class. Students are encouraged to keep a notebook of photos and images they come across in order...

Explore African American Culture with a passionate, energetic guide on a 1.5 miles, unconventional outdoor walking tour through one of Nashville’s most popular downtown neighborhoods. Hear the missing chapters in the story of Nashville that include juicy untold stories about music and culture. Capture unforgettable images of unique attractions...

Surrounded in the bliss of country music, it is a little-known fact that Nashville was at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement. However, students at the city's predominantly black universities led the way in nonviolent protests in the 1950s and 60s. Journey with us to attractions and local hideaways around the city that is significant to the...

Your guided tour includes viewing every room of this historic Civil War House Museum located directly across from The Carter House. You’ll learn the history of the house as well as the heritage of historic furnishings, fine arts, antiques, and the Lotz family history. Important Things to Note: Tours may be customized from 30 minutes to 1 hour....

Your guided tour includes viewing every room of this historic Civil War House Museum located directly across from The Carter House. You’ll learn the history of the house as well as the heritage of historic furnishings, fine arts, antiques, and the Lotz family history. Important Things to Note: Tours may be customized from 30 minutes to 1 hour....

Interested in dipping your toes (and hands) into the world of jewelry making? This class is perfect for beginners interested in learning how to silver solder, form, and hammer metal, and size wire for rings. Participants will leave with as many silver and brass rings as they can make in the time. Working with 14kt. gold is also an option! Message...

Three weeks of consistent drop in oil painting workshop time with Kymberlee Stanley and a small group of other beginning painters. Class focus will be on learning basics and applying new knowledge each week. Classes are held in private Studio K in a cozy studio experience. Consistency is best and aids in growth. Our first class is important to attend...

This course is the first step on a lifelong journey of creative expression and joy. This foundational class covers the basics that are needed to begin watercolor painting. You will learn the theories and do the practice necessary to continue producing high quality paintings long after you have finished this class. Learning to watercolor is a gift...

This class is perfect for beginners as well as advanced students. Using graphite, and charcoal on tinted paper, we will be learning how to use light to make your subject look three dimensional. Using classical techniques, we will understand how light hits an object and describes the form.

This is a class about pushing through and exploring the many facets of mixed media. We will play with color theory, composition and the use interesting ephemera to produce a powerful work of art. Some artistic challenges will be given to deepen your creativity and ways of thinking about mixed media. Week 1: Relook at the basics of mixed media. A thoughtful...

In this playful class Sarah will share her techniques on creating with your imagination. Participants will leave with 3-4 finished small paintings, different watercolor techniques, and confidence in working with mixed media. Sarah will pick out color palettes, and give different techniques and prompts on letting the ego go, and letting that inner...

A blend between Petite Painters and Creative Play, this class offers an opportunity for siblings or single artists of a broader age to join class! Little artists are invited to come imagine new concepts, explore various mediums, and to create original works of art weekly :) We will read a book, create a work of art and then have time for sensory...

Little artists are invited to come imagine new concepts, explore various mediums, and to create original works of art! Each week we begin class with a book, then we move into a new, exciting art project resulting in a work of art to take home. This class is more traditional in structure and direct instruction from the teacher. Classes are limited...