Creative Arts Programs

PAINTING MADE SIMPLE: ACRYLIC

Whether you're an absolute beginner or looking to refine your skills, this relaxing and supportive painting class will help you build confidence and nurture your creativity. Working on a subject of your own choice, you'll explore design fundamentals such as composition, line, form, and contrast while developing techniques in sketching, color mixing, brushwork, and finishing. Join us for a mindful, artistic journey where you can unwind and express yourself through painting. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Students may arrive up to 15 minutes prior to the start time. No class Mar 17.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Heather Bergstrom
MIN/MAX: 4/10

ADVENTURES IN OIL OR ACRYLIC: BEGINNER-ADVANCED LEVELS

As a practicing artist, learn ways to make your drawings and paintings more accurate and more exciting! Students work on subjects of their choice and will be encouraged to develop their own original styles to reach personal goals. Instructor will offer a 3-hour ‘paint-a-long’ for the second class of each session. Students are encouraged to participate or can work on their own subject matter. Supply list available at registration. Students may arrive up to 15 minutes prior to the start time.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Nancy Tilles
MIN/MAX: 4/10

WATERCOLOR BEGINNINGS

This course is an introduction into the exquisite medium of watercolor. This is a beginner’s class, so if you have never painted before, don’t worry! We will begin with some basic painting/drawing composition concepts and transition them to a finished painting. I will have a collection of reference photos to work from, and we will also explore methods of drawing and different paint mediums such as oil, acrylic and how they differ from watercolor. Through observation, demonstration and experimentation, we will explore areas such as color theory, combining pigments and transparency which give watercolor its unique character. Supply list available at registration. No class Apr 9.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Susan Oakes
MIN/MAX:5/10

MASTERING GRADIENTS IN WATERCOLOR

Gradients are basic techniques watercolorists use to describe form, movement, and distance. The first half of the workshop consists of technical exercises that help you master this technique. Then you may select a photograph from the instructor's supply, or use your own image including a gradient, to paint something you have learned during the workshop. Required art supply list available at registration.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Anita Lovitt
MIN/MAX: 5/12

COLOR SPLASH

Color Splash is a fun "make and take" painting party class, with a new painting each month. Instructor Heather Bergstrom is licensed to teach designs by the Art Sherpa LaBS. ALL materials are provided, so come and channel your inner artist and create a unique piece of art for your home, office, or to give as a gift. This is a great activity for families, friends, and co-workers to do together.

AGE: 13+
INSTRUCTOR: Heather Bergstrom
MIN/MAX: 4/12

CREATE, PLAY, IMAGINE IN CLAY! 

Discover the ceramic artist in you! All levels are welcome in this class that teaches hand building while receiving individualized attention. Initial clay and glaze fees included. Each additional 25 lb. bag of clay and glaze is $35. Last class of session is reserved for final glazing of projects only. No class Feb 10-11.

AGE: 16+
INSTRUCTOR: Georgia Hollander
MIN/MAX: 4/10

CREATIVE COMPOSITION & STORYTELLING 

Unlock the magic of landscape photography in this immersive hybrid course, where classroom learning meets hands-on coastal “golden hour” shoots designed to elevate your creative vision. Each location brings a new lesson - harnessing leading lines, mastering dynamic lighting, while creating depth, & dimension. With expert instruction, real-world practice, and constructive feedback, you’ll refine your skills and see the world through a fresh photographic perspective. DSLR or mirrorless camera and tripod required. 

AGE: 16+
INSTRUCTOR: Lawrence Leyderman, Fine Art Photographer
MIN/MAX: 3/6

CREATIVE WRITING: BITS & PIECES OF YOUR LIFE-MEMOIR

Everyone has a story to tell, but many have writer's block. In this workshop, facilitator Marjorie Most makes writing a fun experience by showing you how to write about the "bits and pieces of your life." Once you have the pieces, like a puzzle, you can put them together and get the whole picture...your memoir. Classes are every other Wednesday beginning January 28 through April 8.

AGE: 50+
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Most
Min/Max: 4/10

WHEEL THROWING 

Learn the basic skills required for wheel throwing including wedging, centering, opening, pulling, and design considerations. Beginning potters will be given significant individual attention. Advanced students will learn to build larger forms, add texture, trimming methods, and altering. Initial clay and glaze fees included. Each additional 25 lb. bag of clay and glaze is $35. Last class of session is reserved for final glazing of projects only. No class Feb 12.

AGE: 17+
INSTRUCTOR: Georgia Hollander
MIN/MAX: 3/6             

LIGHT PAINTING + CAR & BOAT TRAILS: PAINTING WITH TIME

Transform darkness into your canvas. In the first classroom session, you’ll learn how to use long exposures to create glowing light trails and vibrant painted-with-light effects. Then, during three evening field sessions, you’ll capture car and boat trails, experiment with lights and creative tools, and turn motion into dazzling works of art. Each outing brings a new opportunity to play with color, light, and time. Requirements: Tripod & DSLR or mirrorless camera.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Lawrence Leyderman, Fine Art Photographer
MIN/MAX: 3/6

WAVE PHOTOGRAPHY: CAPTURING MOTION & POWER

Come learn the tools to photograph the ocean’s immense beauty with your camera. This course includes one indoor classroom session focused on learning core skills, followed by three outdoor sessions where students put those techniques into practice in real-world settings. The structure balances instruction with hands-on experience, giving participants both the knowledge and the opportunity to create strong images. Students should bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a tripod. (Daylight Saving Time begins on March 8th hence the class time shift.)

AGE: 16+
INSTRUCTOR: Lawrence Leyderman, Fine Art Photographer
MIN/MAX: 3/6

DISCOVER THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY 

This immersive, hands-on workshop is designed to take you from beginner to confident image-maker using your digital camera. Over eight weeks, you'll learn how to properly expose your shots by mastering your camera’s modes, buttons, and settings through guided practice and exploration. You'll dive into the fundamentals of composition, explore color theory, and experiment with black-and-white photography, portraiture, and more - all while developing your own creative style. We'll learn by studying each other's work and building a supportive creative community. For the first class, please bring your camera and three printed photographs you’re proud to share - any format is welcome.

NOTE: This course is tailored for digital camera users and is not intended for smartphone photography.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Dennis P. León
MIN/MAX: 2/10

COMPOSITION FOR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHERS 

In this four-week workshop, you'll uncover the power of thoughtful composition and explore why certain images captivate the viewer. Through hands-on lessons, you'll learn the fundamentals of visual balance, dive into color theory, experiment with black-and-white photography, and explore portraiture and more - all tailored to digital photography. To kick things off, please bring three printed photographs you’re proud to share—any format is welcome. We'll learn by studying each other's work and building a supportive creative community.

NOTE: This course is designed for digital camera users, including those shooting with smartphones.

AGE: 18+
INSTRUCTOR: Dennis P. León
MIN/MAX: 2/10