Upcoming Classes

Registration ends 2 days prior to the first class.
Students or Guardians must bring ID to the first class.

Instructor: Kirby Soderberg

Description: A hands-on workshop that explores the early pinhole method of photography prior to the addition of a lens. During this workshop, students will turn a paint can into a camera. They will make black & white negatives and prints with darkroom printing paper and chemistry.

Materials: All materials included

Duration: 4 hours

Prerequisites: No experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $50

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Instructor: Nick Milotta

Description: Black, White, and every shade in between. Learn how to "see" in black and white and the skills and techniques needed to create a great black and white image. Lesson will include both camera techniques and editing techniques with adobe lightroom.

Materials: notebook or laptop with lightroom editing software (optional)

Prerequisite: No experience necessary

Duration: 3 hours

Ages: All ages welcome

Cost: $50.00

Instructor: Lee Rose (They/Them)

Description: "Explore the dreamy and ethereal world above us one brushstroke at a time.
In this magical painting class, we'll focus on capturing the beauty, emotion, and fantasy of clouds and skies. Students will learn how to paint a wide range of cloud types—from fluffy cumulus to glowing sunsets, surreal skies, and atmospheric dreamscapes—using layered techniques that give their work a soft, luminous quality.

This class blends realistic foundations with imaginative fantasy, giving students space to develop their own dreamy scenes. We’ll also explore how light, weather, and color impact mood, and how to push those elements to create magical landscapes."

Materials: "Pink warm toned paints - apple barrel paradise pink $3+
White acrylic satin paints $4+
Folk art glitterific acrylic $5 individual or $40/12 count
Craftsmart purple acrylic $3+
Paint palette/wells $1+

Acrylic paint set (https://www.michaels.com/product/acrylic-paint-value-pack-by-craft-smart-10278752) $6.99

Canvas(es) of your choice ~$1.25-$4.99+

Taklon set of brushes $9.99

Paper towels
Paint water jar/cup: Free-~$1
Apron $10 / paint clothes "

Prerequisite: None required!

Duration: 3 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $75.00

Registration ends 2 days prior to the first class.
Students or Guardians must bring ID to the first class.

Instructor: Nick Milotta (He/Him)

Description: In this hands on class we will dive into the vibrant world of street photography. Class starts with a brief lecture on the origins of street photography, pioneer photographers, techniques, skills, and discussion on how to harness creativity while in an urban environment. The class will then hit the street in the Roosevelt row art district for a photo walk for some hands practice, and a lot of fun!

Materials: Camera (Recommended) or phone capable of taking photos.  

Duration: 4 hours

 

Prerequisites: Basic familiarity with a camera

Ages: All ages welcome

Cost: $50

Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of class to check in.

Instructor: Molly Schenck

Description: Somatic Improvisation is an open format dance class that centers the soma (i.e. the living body). Somatic inquiry - finding awareness of self through investigating your body and movement - is the guiding light for these classes.

This movement practice is facilitated by Molly W. Schenck, a Registered Somatic Movement Educator/Therapist and former dance professor. Her dynamic teaching style meets people where they are at and welcomes participants of all abilities, skills, and knowledge. She artfully blends her knowledge of human movement, dance, yoga and somatic practices into a beautifully balanced class.

Each class will start with a verbal check-in that will help Molly guide the movement offered to the class. Then Molly will guide participants through movement exploration and mini-phrases to offer support based on comments made during check-in. These movement explorations and mini-phrases are informed by Molly’s studies with Dr. Martha Eddy and rooted in Dr. Eddy’s methods titled BodyMind Dancing™ and Dynamic Embodiment®. Each class concludes with stretching and a verbal check-out to wrap-up the somatic exploration.

Materials: No materials required

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 1.5 hours

Ages: 18+

Cost: $25.00

Registration ends 2 days prior to the class beginning. Student or Guardian must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Yvette McCollum

Description: Ignite your inner jeweler! Learn the foundational skills of soldering to craft a timeless bracelet. This class covers essential techniques and tool usage, setting you on a path to creating stunning jewelry pieces. Let's melt away the complexity and build a strong soldering foundation together!

Materials: Provided by Instructor. Please wear closed toe shoes, cotton clothes, and have hair ties if needed.

Prerequisite: No experience needed. Experience with a torch is helpful.

Duration: 5.5 Hours

Ages: 18+

Cost: $130

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Instructor: Yvette McCollum

Description: This workshop is designed for returning students who want to continue practicing and refining the skills they've learned in previous classes. With access to a supportive, creative environment, students can work on personal projects at their own pace while receiving guidance and supervision from the instructor. Whether you need a refresher on techniques, troubleshooting assistance, or just a space to create, this session offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your craft with personalized support.

Materials: Students must bring all necessary materials for their projects, as supplies will not be provided. Please ensure you have everything you need to make the most of your workshop time. This class is about practicing a technique you have already learned and not learning a new one during class. However, full access to the workshop and its tools to support their work during the session will be provided.

Prerequisite: must have taken a prior class

Duration: 4 hours

Ages: 18+

Cost: $50.00

Instructor:Kirby Soderberg

Description: Beginners and Advanced students are welcome to attend. This workshop focuses on the human form and how to create interesting shapes and lines utilizing the form. All will learn the basics of 3-point lighting and other light positioning to create different moods. Each student will have the opportunity to collaborate with the models and discover the poses that best fit ones style. Students walk away from this workshop with photos of the models and the knowledge and confidence to create interesting images of the human form.

Materials: Students must provide own digital or film camera gear for taking photographs.

Duration: 4 Hours

Prerequisites: No experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $50

Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of class to check in.

Registration ends 2 days prior to the first class.
Students or Guardians must bring ID to the first class.

Instructor: Nick Milotta (He/Him)

Description: In this hands on class we will dive into the vibrant world of street photography. Class starts with a brief lecture on the origins of street photography, pioneer photographers, techniques, skills, and discussion on how to harness creativity while in an urban environment. The class will then hit the street in the Roosevelt row art district for a photo walk for some hands practice, and a lot of fun!

Materials: Camera (Recommended) or phone capable of taking photos.  

Duration: 4 hours

 

Prerequisites: Basic familiarity with a camera

Ages: All ages welcome

Cost: $50

Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of class to check in.

Instructor: Paul Steele

Description: Using spray paint we will learn to paint colorful otherworldly scenes. We will discover methods used by “Street Artists” all over the world. This amazing technique is FUN and FAST! Let your imagination be the limit! This is great fun for “Parent and Child” Young Adults, and Adults! Materials will be supplied.

Materials: Materials will be provided

Prerequisite: No experience needed

Duration: 5 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $145.00

Instructor: Jennifer Dugan

Description: The Glass Ballot: Students will be given instruction on different techniques, but with a twist. In this class, students will be presented with two options for techniques they want to learn and vote. The technique with the most votes wins and will be taught the following week so that students have the week to plan. Possible techniques may include, but are not limited to, tie-dye, crackle, stencils, or kilncarving. Every other week is a student work day to practice techniques or work on any existing projects. The class is 7 weeks. That leaves gives time for three technique instructions days, four student work days.

Materials: Each student may create up to (2) items each week no larger than 12”x12. Kiln shelf paper will be available for purchase in the classroom. Tools are available for use. Important Update: There will be a limited number of glass frit, stringers, and noodles available in the classroom. Students are responsible for purchasing their own sheet glass and bringing to class. *SW Art Glass on Thomas Rd sells sheet glass and other glass fusing supplies. Tell them you are a student at Phoenix Center For the Arts. Ask about student discount. If there are specific colors/sizes of frit, noodles, or stringers that you would like to use for your projects, please understand that they may not be available in the classroom. These may also be purchased at SW Art Glass or your other favorite glass supplier. As a reminder when purchasing sheet glass, stringers, powders, frits, noodles etc. in the studio we use 96 COE. Fusing Glass is sold in 96 COE and 90 COE. The two are NOT compatible. Make sure what you buy is the correct COE. If you choose to use 90 COE Bullseye Glass, firing results may vary, as our kiln firing schedules are set for 96 COE which soften and fuse at a lower temperature than 90 COE. You will also be responsible for keeping your 90 COE and 96 COE separated and identifiable.

Email will go out from instructor prior to first class with more details to help with your decision making on what materials to purchase.

*Neither the Phoenix Center for the Arts nor Instructor are affiliated with SW Art Glass. Student discount was available at the time this was written, subject to change.

Prerequisite: This is an intermediate class. Completion of the Beginning Glass Fusing Class or Prior Fusing Experience

Duration: 5 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $180.00

Instructor: James Melberg (he/him)

Description: Fun beginning piano lessons for any adult. Learn to read music, play melodies and harmonies, chords and rhythm. Flexible dates for class time.

Materials: Alfreds Piano Level 1 (pink book)

Prerequisite: none

Duration: 8 weeks

Days Off: 1/19

Ages: 16+

Cost: $190.00

Instructor: Damon Begay [He/Him}

Description: Create a Manga by writing and designing characters. Learn to create dynamic and expressive characters with our hands-on studio class. Dive deep into manga production, color palettes, and drawing techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll leave this class with the confidence to bring your manga creations to life. By the end of the class, each student will have their own collected manga to share with friends and family to read. Students will be able to practice story by writing and drawing.

Materials: Their favorite pencil and manga.

Prerequisite: None

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 11-13

Cost: $140.00

Instructor: Allison Moore (She/Her)

Description: Join us in a supportive, low-pressure setting where we will explore beginning Handbuilding. Handbuilding is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools. This class will explore the most common handbuilding techniques: pinch pottery, coil building, and slab building. 

 

Materials: Please purchase a ceramics tool kit from Marjon's Ceramics Supply prior to class time. Clay is available for purchase.Please bring cash! Student will also need their own hand tools. Expect to spend at least $50 depending on skill level and projects.

 

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

 

Duration: 16 Weeks

 

Days Off: 1/19, 2/16, 3/23, 4/4

Ages: 18+

Cost: $375.00

Please arrive to class 15 minutes before it begins.

Instructor: Chelsea Koressel

Description: This class is weighted towards the "throwing" potter although hand builders are welcome. A great evening class to start your week off on the right foot. Instructor will work with students one on one, and with class demonstrations to move you further along your pottery skills path.

Materials: Clay is available for purchase.Please bring cash! Student will also need their own hand tools. Expect to spend at least $50 depending on skill level and projects.

Prerequisite: Throwing/Clay experience required

Duration: 16 weeks

Days Off: 1/19, 2/16, 3/23, 3/30

Ages: 18+

Cost: $375.00

Instructor: Don Ridley

Description: Instructor supervised studio class. Students will work on individual projects and must be able to complete those projects in a proper manner on their own.

Materials: Clay is available for purchase. Please bring cash! Student will also need their own hand tools. Expect to spend at least $50 depending on skill level and projects.

Duration: 16 Weeks

 

Days Off: 1/19, 2/16, 3/23, 3/30

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $375.00