Adults’ Art Classes
Our Art Classes Aren’t Just for the Children; Learn At Any Age!
Explore your artistic curiosity with our adult art classes! Whether you're stepping into the creative realm for the first time or sharpening your artistic skills, there's a spot here for everyone looking to let their imagination soar. Delve into new techniques, experiment with new materials, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts who share your passion. Our classes cover a wide range of subjects, from drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media, so you're sure to find something that sparks your interest.
We are currently enrolling for summer sessions. Each session is 4 weeks for $95.00
Summer session 1: Week of May 18th-June 8th
Summer session 2: Week of June 15th - July 6th
Summer session 3: Week of July 13th - August 3rd
Weekly Monday Classes:
Oil Painting with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Mondays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | (Also Offered Wednesdays)
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 18th, 25th & June 1st, 8th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 15th, 22nd, 29th & July 6th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd
Explore the rich textures and timeless techniques of oil painting in this hands-on studio class. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, you'll learn foundational skills in composition, brushwork, and layering while developing your own unique style.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Color Mixing & Color Theory with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Mondays, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 18th, 25th & June 1st, 8th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 15th, 22nd, 29th & July 6th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd
Unlock the secrets of color! This class dives into the essentials of color theory, from mixing vibrant hues to understanding contrast, harmony, and mood. Gain confidence in your palette and create more dynamic, intentional artwork across any medium.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Acrylic Painting with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Mondays, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 18th, 25th & June 1st, 8th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 15th, 22nd, 29th & July 6th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd
Dive into the versatile world of acrylics with a class that blends technique and experimentation. Students will explore layering, glazing, texturing, and more while creating finished paintings and building confidence with this fast-drying, expressive medium.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Live Model Drawing with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Mondays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 18th, 25th & June 1st, 8th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 15th, 22nd, 29th & July 6th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 13th, 20th, 27th & August 3rd
Hone your observational skills in this figure drawing class with live models. You’ll practice gesture, proportion, anatomy, and line work in a supportive environment ideal for artists of all levels. Model fees included in tuition. Minimal clothed model. Appropriate for 16+
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Weekly Tuesday Classes:
Intermediate Drawing for Adults with Belinda Hammond Ages 16+
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 19th, 26th & June 2nd, 9th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th
Ready to sharpen your pencils and your perception? This class is designed for artists who have completed a beginning course or anyone eager to dust off their skills and level up with intention. We move beyond the basics and dive deeper into value, composition, proportion, perspective, and expressive mark making. Students will explore more complex subject matter such as drapery, reflective surfaces, dynamic still life arrangements, and the human form, while refining their personal style and visual voice. Expect thoughtful critiques, technique building exercises, and guided projects that strengthen both confidence and craftsmanship. Whether you are continuing your creative journey or returning to it with fresh eyes, this class offers the structure, challenge, and inspiration to help your drawings move from solid to striking.
Beginning Drawing for Adults with Belinda Hammond Ages 16+
Tuesdays, 1PM - 3PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 19th, 26th & June 2nd, 9th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 14th, 21st, 28th & August 4th
No experience? No problem! This 4-week class is perfect for adults who want to learn the fundamentals of drawing in a relaxed and supportive environment. You'll explore line, shape, shading, proportion, and perspective while gaining confidence and control with pencil, charcoal, and other drawing tools. Whether you're completely new to art or returning after a long break, this class will build a solid foundation for your creative journey.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Gettin’ Crazy With Collage with Suzanne Miller Ages 16+
Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 19th, 26th & June 2nd, 9th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 16th, 23rd, 30th & July 7th
Unleash your wild side with this playful, intuitive collage class designed to spark joy and free your inner artist. Explore layering, texture, composition, and unexpected materials as you create expressive works of art that celebrate spontaneity and personal style. No experience needed—just a willingness to cut loose and have fun!
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Faces and Forms - Portraiture Fundamentals with Gentry Leach Ages 16+
Tuesdays, 6 PM- 8:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 19th, 26th & June 2nd, 9th
This 4-week class invites adult artists to explore the techniques and creative possibilities of portraiture using the painting medium of their choice. Guided by award-winning multidisciplinary artist Gentry Leach, students will focus on key elements such as proportion, anatomy, lighting, color, and expression while developing their own artistic style. Each week combines structured exercises with open-ended projects, encouraging experimentation and personal interpretation. Students will refine observational skills, enhance their technical abilities, and learn strategies to convey mood, personality, and emotion in their portraits. Emphasis is placed on both skill development and creative exploration in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Weekly Wednesday Classes:
Pastel Painting for Pleasure with Suzanne Miller Ages 16+
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 20th, 27th & June 3rd, 10th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 17th, 24th, & July 1st, 8th
Want to add another dimension to your drawing skills with color? Discover the vibrant beauty and soothing process of working with soft pastels. In this relaxing, beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn techniques for blending, layering, and capturing light while creating colorful landscapes, still life, and expressive pieces. Perfect for those looking to unwind, explore, and enjoy the pure pleasure of painting.
Drawing Basics with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Wednesdays, 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 20th, 27th & June 3rd, 10th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 17th, 24th, & July 1st, 8th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th
Strengthen your drawing skills with exercises in line, shading, composition, and perspective. This class is ideal for beginners or those looking to refresh their foundations using, charcoal, and other dry media.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Oil Painting with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 PM (Also Offered Mondays)
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 20th, 27th & June 3rd, 10th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 17th, 24th, & July 1st, 8th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 15th, 22nd, 29th & August 5th
Explore the rich textures and timeless techniques of oil painting in this hands-on studio class. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, you'll learn foundational skills in composition, brushwork, and layering while developing your own unique style.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Weekly Thursday Classes:
Media Exploration with Belinda Hammond Ages 16+
Thursdays, 10 AM- 12:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 21st, 28th & June 4th, 11th
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 16th, 23th, 30th & August 6th
This 4-week class explores a variety of creative techniques through hands-on experimentation with mixed media. Each week we will focus on a different approach, including collage, paper weaving, artist books and printmaking. Through guided projects and open-ended exploration, the class encourages creativity at all skill levels, offering both structure and freedom to experiment with materials in a new way.
Faces and Forms - Portraiture Fundamentals with Gentry Leach Ages 16+
Thursdays, 2 PM- 4 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 21st, 28th & June 4th, 11th
This 4-week class invites adult artists to explore the techniques and creative possibilities of portraiture using the painting medium of their choice. Guided by award-winning multidisciplinary artist Gentry Leach, students will focus on key elements such as proportion, anatomy, lighting, color, and expression while developing their own artistic style. Each week combines structured exercises with open-ended projects, encouraging experimentation and personal interpretation. Students will refine observational skills, enhance their technical abilities, and learn strategies to convey mood, personality, and emotion in their portraits. Emphasis is placed on both skill development and creative exploration in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Weekly Friday Classes:
Plein Air Painting with Craig Richards Ages 16+
Fridays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($125): May 15th, 22nd, 29th, & June 5th
*note: This is an outdoor class, and materials are NOT provided. Please refer to the supply list below*
This class is the fun one that is different than anything you’ve done before. Like the French Impressionists we will take easels and paints into the great outdoors. Students will learn skills to make outdoor painting comfortable and filled with insights. Through classroom demonstrations and exercises students will be shown all they need to know to comfortably paint outdoors, followed by several trips to beautiful locations where they will be guided to create paintings filled with light and beauty.
Course Outline:
Week 1: Lecture on Paints and Supplies, setting up portable easels, and how to find and sketch classic compositions.
Weeks 2-4: We will meet at various beautiful locations. Students will be guided by instructor led demonstration paintings and taught the use of tools with personalized direction for painting outdoors. Students will create one painting per class in the outdoors.
Required Supply List
Gouache Glow: The Beauty of Opaque Watercolor with Suzanne Miller Ages 16+
Fridays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 22nd, 29th & June 5th, 12th
Summer Session 2 ($95): June 19th, 26th, & July 3rd, 10th
Explore the velvety world of gouache in this beginner friendly class focused on painting with opaque watercolor. You will learn simple techniques for layering, blending and color mixing while creating finished pieces. You will find out why artists love gouache's bold color and forgiving nature and leave with skills and artwork you can be proud of. All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Weekly Saturday Classes:
Creating Mixed-Media Botanical Collages with Joanne Rich Ages 16+
Summer Session 1 ($95): May 23rd, 30th & June 6th, 13th
Saturdays, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
All levels welcome
This 4-class Beginner Friendly Mixed Media Collage Series will explore mixed-media collage styles and techniques in making colorful botanical collages. We will discuss using a variety of collage supplies and materials and where you can find them. We will also look at some of my favorite botanical artists, and the techniques they use, including painting paper, stamping, stenciling, and layering.
You will learn the skills and techniques for creating colorful hand-painted collage paper using watercolors, acrylics, pastels, etc., and different types of paper. to make colorful botanical collages. You will also be able to add photos and ephemera to your botanical collage. At the end of the class, you will have created several mixed-media botanical collages and will have the skills and knowledge to create similar collages at home on your own.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Creating Mixed-Media Landscape Cityscape Collage Series with Joanne Rich Ages 16+
Summer Session 3 ($95): July 18th, 25th & August 1st & 8th
Saturdays, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
All levels welcome
This 4-class Beginner Friendly Mixed Media Collage Series will explore a variety of collage styles and techniques for creating your own mixed media landscape /cityscape collages. I will show you the techniques that I use to create my own structural landscape collages, and we will also look at some of my favorite landscape artists, the techniques they use. Then you will create your own handpainted collage paper using watercolors, acrylics, pastels, etc., and different types of paper. You will also be able to combine your paper with magazine photos, ephemera, and other materials to add to your own landscapes. You will leave the class having created several original 2-D mixed-media landscape collages and will have the skills and knowledge to create similar collages at home on your own.
All supplies provided. No prior experience necessary.
Weekly Sunday Classes:
Photography with Maria Sollecito Ages 16+
Session 4: April 12th-May 24th (No class May 17th)
Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
In this 6-week photography class, you’ll move beyond Auto mode and learn how to confidently use your camera in Manual. We’ll cover exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), composition, natural light, and beginner-friendly editing techniques.
Each week includes hands-on practice and guided assignments so you can apply what you’re learning right away. You’ll photograph real subjects, receive feedback, and build a small portfolio by the end of the course.
You won’t just learn the technical side of photography — you’ll gain the confidence to create meaningful, beautiful images on purpose.
No prior experience necessary.