Tuesdays, November 17 – December 1 / 6 – 9 pm

Adobe Lightroom is quickly becoming the go to application for photographers of any experience level, but so many photographers are not using the application to the fullest potential. There are also features of Lightroom that are best left to other applications, and those work arounds will be shown in class. From tethered shooting to advanced Develop module techniques, this class with get new Lightroom users up and running, and advanced users taking advantage of features that will save time, and reduce frustration.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply List:
A laptop is not necessary for this class, but having one will not hurt, as students can work along with the instructor during class. Files for the class will take up 6-8 GB of space, and students should have that amount of space free on their computers if they want to work along with the instructor.

Thursdays, November 5 – 19 / 6 – 9 pm

This class is designed for beginning to intermediate photographers who have purchased a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, which is a camera with removable lenses. Course participants will explore the specific features of DSLR cameras, as well as general photographic skills and techniques to make great pictures.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply List:
Students are required to bring have a DSLR camera, as well as their camera’s manual. A fully charged battery and memory card are also necessary for class. Any lenses that they own should also be brought to class.

Tuesdays, September 22 – October 6 / 6 – 9 pm

This class is designed for photographers working with a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. Course participants will explore the specific features of DSLR cameras, as well as general photographic skills and techniques to improve their photography skills.  DSLR Camera Basics is a recommended -pre-requisite for this class, though photographers with some camera experience are welcome to register.

Instructor: MD Welch 
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply List: Students are required to bring have a DSLR camera, as well as their camera’s manual. A fully charged battery and memory card are also necessary for class. Any lenses that they own should also be brought to class.

Thursday, November 19 / 6 – 8:30

Bring some addresses of friends and family, a creative spirit, and we will do the rest! Playful, simple mixed media techniques will be demonstrated and a wide range of supplies and tools will be available. Type on the typewriter, collage vintage papers, stitch the edges, and create beautiful mixed media artworks. 

Instructor: Jessica Weems
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Supply List: Any mixed media supplies you already own and love (stamps, inks, paints, pens, etc). Any collage supplies you want to work with. (Optional; plenty will be supplied)

Saturday, December 5 / 10 am – 4 pm

Encaustic is a wildly different way to paint. Tins of hot colored wax are heated on a griddle and cool as you paint. The durability of the medium allows you to stencil and build texture as you paint and scrape back down through your layers. This class will focus on using stencils and accretion to build texture in your painting and then scraping to add lines and structure to the piece. Students will complete 3-4 small pieces, abstract or representational. If you are interested in encaustic this is a great introduction. Materials included with registration. Please bring any scraping tools you already own (there will be a shared supply available for class use).

Instructor: Jessica Weems
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Wednesday, November 4 / 10 am – 2 pm

As the structure of the land is supported by the strength of underlying rock, so the individual is supported by the strength of inner wisdom. With simple pencil and pen, participants will explore the value of these tools in accessing their own creativity and unique expression. Through the ease of relaxation and focus they will explore the value of artistic creativity in finding and expressing their inner wisdom. No previous art experience is required. All that’s needed is receptivity to new ideas and a willingness to learn.

Instructor: Kaleigh Surber
Ages: 15 and up / All Levels

Wednesday, December 2 / 10 am – 2 pm

NOTE: This class has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 16. Please click here to register for the December 16 class.

Participants will explore the origins of the mandala (radiant) and the significance of these designs in various cultures. They will experience the joy of learning the construction techniques that allow the inner self to manifest in a physical design filled with color and intricacy. Students will learn to still their minds and bodies in order to relax and allow mandalas to flow onto the paper. They will discover through the significance of color and points the inner world they reveal. All necessary materials will be provided but, if you have already have a journal and your own colored pencils and pens that you enjoy using, please bring them.

Instructor: Kaleigh Surber
Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels

Thursdays, December 3 – 17 / 1 – 4 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. 

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: 18 and Up / All Levels 

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 

• Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best)
• Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
• Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
• Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces 
• Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint
• Large kneaded eraser 
• Pink pearl eraser
• Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils) 
• Clean small rags
• Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
• Stumps for blending (optional)

Wednesdays, December 2 – 16 / 6 – 9 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. 

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: 18 and Up / All Levels 

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 

• Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best)
• Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
• Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
• Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces 
• Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint
• Large kneaded eraser 
• Pink pearl eraser
• Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils) 
• Clean small rags
• Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
• Stumps for blending (optional)

Thursdays, October 29 – November 19 / 1 – 4 pm

Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. 

Instructor: Jerry Stinson 
Ages: 18 and Up / All Levels 

The following are suggested basic supplies – all media are welcome, so please bring whatever supplies you need for whichever media you are using. 

• Drawing board – 20”x 26” or larger (light-weight masonite works best)
• Newsprint pad – 18”x 24” – rough surface recommended 
• Bull dog clamps or similar to attach pad to board 
• Vine charcoal, thin and fat pieces 
• Choice of conte crayon, 6B graphite pencil or sticks, china marker, compressed charcoal, carbon pencils, or any suitable medium for drawing on newsprint
• Large kneaded eraser 
• Pink pearl eraser
• Portable pencil sharpener or utility knife (best for soft/medium pencils) 
• Clean small rags
• Sandpaper pad for sharpening drawing mediums 
• Stumps for blending (optional)