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Create paintings in oil using chiaroscuro and glazing techniques. Explore dramatic values in composition and create luminous, dimensional color.    Suggested materials: Oil paints Solvent-substitute Linseed oil Canvas or panel Brushes Experience Level: All levels, some painting experience recommended.

In this class we will explore the possibilites of metal arts. We will work together to make a metal object and along the way you will learn a bit about the materials, processes and tools involved with the wild yet formulaic world of metal.

A class for absolute beginners where you will learn how to plan a drawing, how to figure out a composition, and how to measure the proportions of objects.  Materials List: Large newsprint pad HB, 2B and 4B pencils plastic eraser Soft vine charcoal  kneaded eraser

The introductory flower design is a great course to expand your skills into the world of flower designing covering approximately 10 different styles of design. We go from American to European to bridal.  The course consist of many projects all done in class. All hands on with all your flowers and containers included. We also discuss the marketing...

Join us for a great afternoon or evening of flower design. The Sampler classes are for individuals who want to try out our school and go home with a wealth of knowledge about the world of flower designing. It’s three great projects covering American to European design.  Michael Gaffney will be there to teach and also give you his book Design...

Chain stitch and learn single and double crochet to make fingerless gloves, cowls, shawls and more. Students will need a US size J crochet hook and a ball of light colored worsted weight yarn.

Create thick impasto style paintings in acrylic and acrylic mediums. Explore painting with palette knives, direct painting, and wet of wet techniques.    Suggested materials: Canvas or panel  Palette knife Optional: Acrylic media: molding paste, pumice gel   Heavy body acrylic paints, medium  Large acrylic brushes...

Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a full day, 7 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field...

Explore your original vision! Students may bring painting materials they are comfortable with. If using oils, please use solvent-free alternatives for in class sessions. Hay instrucción está disponsible en Español. Experience Level: Intermediate through Advanced

Do you love glass marbles and pendants? Wonder how they are made? Now you can learn the fundamentals of glass torch work and make them yourself! Topics include a brief history of beads and glass technology, small sculptural items, safety procedures, tools and techniques.

Learn metal shop safety, arc and mig welding basics, and how to cut through steel with a plasma cutter and acetylene torch. Then use your new welding skills to make a small metal sculpture to take home. No experience necessary. Additional fee: $40 materials/studio fee due to instructor on the day of the class.

Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a half day, 3 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field...

If you love color and like experimenting with watercolor, this is the workshop for you. Start your painting by creating a ground through splashing, dripping, and manipulating the paint. Then paint your own subject matter on top using overlapping images and transparencies that interact with and highlight your ground. You will discover intriguing effects...

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

Adults as well as Children are welcome in this class. An additional option for this class is for an adult to register with a child and they can work together on a project, although adults and children can enroll as an individual students.  This is a class for beginners or more experienced sewists that want to tackle a more demanding project....