Art Classes in 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...

Join Sarah as she reviews the basics to help you understand the world of watercolor.  2/19 - Sarah will instruct and review all things watercolor such as paint pans versus tube paints, watercolor pencils, various brushes and their uses, different types of paper and their qualities, and more! You WILL BE practicing different methods on paper...

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...

Young artists are invited to come imagine new concepts, explore various mediums, and to create original works of art! We will learn about a different artist and medium to create a new work of art. Dress for a mess! Though messiness varies from class to class, it's best to be careful since we are not able to guarantee materials will not get on or...

For this workshop, Douglas will direct you through his process applying acrylic on wood to create your very own original Nashville skyline. This class is perfect for beginners and pros! Participants can brainstorm a color scheme to match a room in their house, or create a painting for a friend, or just wing it! It is about the process not necessarily...

If you are interested in brushing up on drawing techniques or working with colors for the first time, this class is for you! For those who have had some experience with drawing, this is a great class to expand in their mark making, values & also color theory.  This class is best described as Guided Independent Work (Finish drawing, begin...

Tap into your creativity and express yourself in your own unique watercolor landscapes! You will experience everything that you need to know to paint water color landscapes.  Emphasis will be on creating completed paintings that include: Skies, trees, grass, and hills foreground, middleg-grond and background This class is for all levels.  ...

The word calligraphy comes from the Greek words for "beautiful" and "writing". it's an art form that takes a steady hand, but adds a classical touch and evokes emotions lost in our digital age. My classes are designed for those interested in learning the foundational skills for calligraphy. in this hands-on course, you'll learn how to hold your pen,...

Come explore the world of brush lettering! In this class we will look at the many lettering effects and styles you can achieve using brushes and brush markers. We will cover a full brush alphabet, letter variations from edgy to flowy and a few basic illustration examples using a brush. Using a wide range of markers you'll create new letter forms with...

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...

The word calligraphy comes from the greek words for "beautiful" and "writing". It's an art form that takes a steady hand, but adds a classical touch and evokes emotions lost in our digital age. Classes are designed for those interested in learning the foundational skills for calligraphy. Coffee + Calligraphy is class #2 of a 3 part class series. ...

We’ll be creating oversized flower sculptures from cardboard, hot glue and paint! They’re sure to bring a little spring cheer to your room :)

Join us for three hours of art-making fun during Spring Break! Our projects will span multiple mediums including, but not limited to, collage, watercolor, tempura paint, and oil pastel. Subject matter will be inspired by classic books, artists, and art movements.. Each day we will complete at least two projects with an allergy-free snack break in between...

This colorful class is for beginners to intermediate artists interested in working with soft pastels. Participants will review the basics for landscape design and learn more in depth about layering techniques. Participants will leave with one finished landscape piece. It can be anything from a winter wonder land to a deserted tropical island! Dress...