Upcoming Classes

Description: Learn to make freestyle glass sculpture in this fun and fast paced class!

Materials: No materials required

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: All ages

Cost: $240.00

Description: My goal is to help beginner to intermediate guitar players learn techniques in a new and fun way that resonates with them personally. From sharing easy to learn famous riffs to basic guitar structure & chords, the plan is to help players achieve the dexterity and mind-set to grow as musicians. The ultimate goal is for students to also compose & craft their own musical art and to learn the Circle of Fifths & other approaches by the end of the course.

Materials: No materials required - will purchase Hal Leonard books for reimbursement

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: All

Cost: $170.00

Description: This “Nature-Inspired” Course Was Developed To Closely Guide You Through The Introduction Skills of Silversmithing With A Blend Of Ancient And Modern Techniques.

Materials: Student should expect to spend between $50 - $100

Prerequisite: No Experience Required. 

Duration: 19 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $320.00

Instructor: Noah Nipperus (He/Him)

Description: Create larger glass sculpture and terrariums: Learn to craft beautiful 3D glass vessels, complete with working doors and hinges! This beginner-friendly class guides you through design, planning, glass cutting, foiling, soldering, and finishing. All materials and tools are provided. No prior experience is necessary.

Materials: No materials required

Duration: 6 weeks

Days Off: Labor day

Prerequisites: No experience required but jewelry experience would help.

Ages: 16+

Cost: $240.00

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

Description: Learn to draw and paint birds in this fun, yet informative watercolors class. Through this class you'll gain confidence to control the watercolors media even if you never had any formal painting experience or if you would like to sharpen your skills to advanced level.

Materials: "Watercolors tubes
Plastic palette
Set of round brushes #6, 8, 10, 20
Flat brush 1""
Filbert #8
Watercolors papers
Pencil
Eraser
Sharpener
Water container
Towel"

Prerequisite: Beginners to intermediate

Duration: 9 weeks

Days Off: Labor Day - Monday, September 1st

Ages: 16+

Cost: $150.00

Description: If you wanted to learn to paint with oils but never thought you could, this is your class! In this absolute beginner level oil painting class, you'll be able to learn the proper use of materials while enjoying paining a variety of themes. From landscape, boats to figures and other interesting and inspiring themes as sunsets, desert scenes and more. All with the help of a professional full time artist instructor

Materials: "Table easel for 14”x11” pad (board under the paper pad/canvas panel recommended. Boards available Home Deport, Low’s)
Masterson Artist Palette Seal Airtight Palette or wooden palette for oil painting. If wooden, season once with any vegetable/canola oil, work into wood prior to first class
6-8 canvas panels canvas panels size 14”x11”
Smaller canvas panels for color testing
Graphite pencil
1 Sharpener (or utility knife)
White paper towel roll (Kirkland Costco’s, Viva, Bounty)
Gamblin Gamsol 16oz or bigger
1 Palette knife #2 or #3/ metal sharp (not round) blades- not plastic
1 medium/short size glass or metal jar/container
Oil paints: 60ml each or more / paints set are fine
Titanium White
Ultramarine blue
Burnt Umber or Van Dyke Brown
Burnt sienna
Ivory black
Cadmium Yellow
Cadmium deep red
Yellow Ocher
Sap Green
Viridian Green

Paints: Blick’s brand is good per price. Other brands: Utrecht, Winsor-Newton, Rembrandt (my favorite), Gamblin

(Most recommended) Rembrandt oil

Recommended brushes (long handle preferred for oil/ no watercolors brushes):
Filbert (synthetic) #4,6,8,10
Flat Bristle #6, 8,10
Round (synthetic): #6, 10, 14
1 wash brush flat 1”
Any additional brushes you may already have
Brush-sets for oil painting also acceptable. Make sure it’s for oil painting"

Prerequisite: No Experience Required."/ "No Se Require Experiencia"

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $170.00

Description: Ready for a fun filled adventure? Learn, step by step, how to fabricate a variety of styles aiming for what YOU want to create. Learn necessary techniques in soldering and finishing, in proper order to develope the skills to produce treasures with a "WOW!" showroom finish.

Materials: Supplies will be provided with the opportunity to purchase additional supplies from the instructor. Supply discussion will be held on first day of class.

Prerequisite: None

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $260.00

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

Description: This “Nature-Inspired” Course Was Developed To Closely Guide You Through The Introduction Skills of Silversmithing With A Blend Of Ancient And Modern Techniques. By The End Of The Course, We Will Have A Student Gallery Art Walk, Showcasing Our First Sterling Silver Heirlooms.

Materials: 18+

Cost: $270.00

Materials: Notebooks/pencils, whatever device they use to develop their scripts

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 13 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $175.00

Description: This class is designed for the complete beginner, as well as beginning students who have some experience and want to continue their journey learning piano. Our keyboards have headsets which allows you to practice in class. You will work at your own pace. The content includes reading music, rhythm, learning pieces with melodies and chords and more. Relaxed, fun setting.

Materials: Pencil

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $190.00

Description: In this course, we will learn the process of drawing beautiful, accurate portraits! I will break down the fundamentals for creating a compelling portrait, starting with basic structures and anatomy. By the end of this course, students will have the tools and knowledge to confidently create stunning renders of their favorite subjects. Whether you love drawing people, want to improve your artistic skills, or want to start the journey of learning to draw, this class is a perfect fit.

Materials: No materials required

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 20 weeks

Ages: Any

Cost: $275.00

Description: This class explores different genres of piano pieces, chords, technique, theory and more. Students can bring in repertoire they would like to learn.

Materials: Pencil

Prerequisite: Some Experience Preferred

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $190.00

Description: Join us in this class to comprehensively understand fusing glass and the joy of creating unique glass art. You'll explore the tools, types, and various glass forms used for fusing. Master multiple techniques, including cutting circles, making bubble glass, creating dots, and slumping, and becoming familiar with cutting, grinding, and using a kiln. By the end of the class, you will have a solid foundation in fused glass techniques and the confidence to create your own masterpieces.

Materials: Students are responsible to purchase their sheet glass, and kiln shelf paper. Supplies are available for purchase from the instructor. Tools are available for use. Although cost varies due to type, size and number of pieces made, it is typical to spend approximately $10.00 - $15.00 each week. Each student may create up to (2) items each week; not to exceed 8”x 8.”

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 7 weeks

Days Off: 08/27/2025

Ages: 18+

Cost: $210.00

Description: This class is designed for the complete beginner, as well as beginning students who have some experience and want to continue their journey learning piano. Our keyboards have headsets which allows you to practice in class. You will work at your own pace. The content includes reading music, rhythm, learning pieces with melodies and chords and more. Relaxed, fun setting.

Materials: Pencil

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $190.00

Description: Ready for a fun filled adventure? Learn, step by step, how to fabricate a variety of styles aiming for what YOU want to create. Learn necessary techniques in soldering and finishing, in proper order to develope the skills to produce treasures with a "WOW!" showroom finish.

Materials: Supplies will be provided with the opportunity to purchase additional supplies from the instructor. Supply discussion will be held on first day of class.

Prerequisite: None

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $260.00

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

Description: How I could write a book, whether life story, memoir, biography, genealogy or letters, in the light that letters are no longer written and texts unpreserved, emails are lost in the telling, but not confined to these, including any writing, in journals or recipe books that might be kept. This is not a workshop but a discussion of available options to publish in internet mags, in print mags and in book form, shown here to be without cost and available to anyone who chooses beyond the offering of vanity presses to make some work available to some audience of their choosing. Inspiration offered on the way. The class will take a two week break after the third class, to return 10 September and 17 September to consider whatever ruminations have been dreamed.

Materials: pen and paper

Prerequisite: no experience required

Duration: 3 weeks

Ages: All ages welcome

Cost: $50.00

Description: This class is for those who love cartoons or comic art and would like to express it by creating fun art works in these themes. You will study different cartoon or comic characters as well of learning to design your own character. All while studying the art of drawing with graphite pencils, markers and watercolors.

Materials: "sketch pad
Watercolors paper
round brushes
palette
pencil
markers
water container
towel
eraser
sharpener "

Prerequisite: No Experience Required."/ "No Se Require Experiencia"

Duration: 10 weeks

Ages: 16+

Cost: $170.00

Ages: 18+

Cost: $190

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: Students will learn how to transform glass powder into a moldable, sculptural material similar to clay using the Modeling Glass Starter Kit, which includes a liquid medium and powdered binder to make over 3 pounds of Modeling Glass Clay. Students can roll the Modeling Glass into coils, flat sheets to cut out shapes, or press into silicon molds. The ways to manipulate it are essentially limitless. Each student will receive one Modeling Glass Starter kit as part of the class.

Materials: Students are responsible to purchase any sheet glass, and kiln shelf paper. There will be a limited number of silicon molds for student use. Supplies are available for purchase from the instructor. Tools are available for use.

Prerequisite: Intermediate to Advanced Fusing Experience

Duration: 5 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $195.00

Description: My goal is to help beginner to intermediate guitar players learn techniques in a new and fun way that resonates with them personally. From sharing easy to learn famous riffs to basic guitar structure & chords, the plan is to help players achieve the dexterity and mind-set to grow as musicians. The ultimate goal is for students to also compose & craft their own musical art and to learn the Circle of Fifths & other approaches by the end of the course.

Materials: No materials required

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 6-17

Cost: $99.00

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Instructor: Billy Lowry

Description: My goal is to help beginner to intermediate guitar players learn techniques in a new and fun way that resonates with them personally. From sharing easy to learn famous riffs to basic guitar structure & chords, the plan is to help players achieve the dexterity and mind-set to grow as musicians. The ultimate goal is for students to also compose & craft their own musical art and to learn the Circle of Fifths & other approaches by the end of the course.

Materials: No materials required

Prerequisite: No experience required

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 6-17

Cost: $99.00

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: Unleash your inner manga artist! Learn to create dynamic and expressive characters with our hands-on studio class. Dive deep into the world of manga proportions, 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. Let's draw!

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 11-14

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: Unleash your inner manga artist! Learn to create dynamic and expressive characters with our hands-on studio class. Dive deep into the world of manga proportions, 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. Let's draw!

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 11-14

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: "Drawing Differently: the pathway to Art or Illustration
We will be taking a non-academic approach to drawing, looking for the representational (not necessarily realistic) forms that speak to the viewer in order to create a dialog with the audience.This course is a series of exercises. You should plan on sketching / drawing a bit every night (maybe it will become a habit)."

Materials: Price will vary by student depending on what they already have...Compressed Charcoal, Nib Pen, Ink, Kneaded Eraser, Fixative, Larger sheets of paper (approx 24x36), paint, brushes, etc.
I would give an average cost of about $60.00

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $150.00

Description: "Here by special request! Relax and paint golden hour by the sea in this magical painting class.
In this class, we'll focus on capturing the ethereal skies, sunset, and gentle ocean waves on a beach setting using a popular painting class reference. This course will teach blending techniques. Think pink-tinted clouds, reflections on the water, distant horizon lines, and peaceful color palettes that feel like summer dreams."

Materials: "Satin/gloss finish acrylic paints:
Pink warm toned paints - apple barrel paradise pink $3+
Orange/red warm toned paints - any from apple barrel, folkart or craftsmart $3+
Folkart yellow acrylic-$3
Black and white acrylic paints- $3+
Folkart lavender acrylic paint $3+
Folkart glitterific/color shift acrylics of your choice ~$5 ea

Paint palette/wells- $1+
Small canvas of your choice: recommended size 4x6"" or 8 x 10"" ~$1.25-$4.99+
Taklon set of brushes $9.99

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

Prerequisite: None

Duration: 3 hours

Ages: 16+

Cost: $50.00

Description: Come experience the joy of fusing! Students will learn the fundamentals of glass fusing, including the tools used and how to best cut glass. They will practice the three basic fusing techniques: “Full Fuse” (Smooth Surface), “Tack Fuse" (Textured Surface) and "Slumping" (Item takes the shape of a mold). An introduction to kilns and firing programs will be given. Each week, students will be shown different fusing techniques to help guide them to beautiful and successful pieces. After completing this course, students are eligible to take other fusing classes where they will learn even more specialized fusing techniques. Syllabus and supply list will be provided via email to students prior to start of class.

Materials: Students are responsible to purchase their glass and kiln shelf paper. Supplies are available for purchase from the instructor. Tools are available for use. Although cost varies due to type, size and number of pieces made, it is typical to spend approximately $10.00 - $20.00 weekly. Each student may create up to (2) items each week; not to exceed 8”x8.”

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $210.00

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

Description: Fun beginner piano lessons for those who want to play fun songs and learn to read music notation. Melody, Harmony, chords, rhythm and technique are all covered with enjoyment in mind!

Materials: Alfreds Adult Piano Level 1

Prerequisite: none

Duration: 8 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $170.00

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: 15 Weeks

Days Off: 09/01/2025 Labor Day, 10/13/2025 Indigenous Day, 11/24/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365.00

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

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.

Duration: 15 Weeks

Days Off: 9/1/2025 Labor Day, 10/13/2025 Indigenous Day 11/24/2025, Thanksgiving week off

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Materials: Writing utensil and notebook

Prerequisite: No Experience Required

Duration: 12 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $175.00

Description: Fun Voice lessons for those who want to sing fun songs and learn to improve their singing technique. Breathing exercises, matching pitch, resonance, style and agility skills are covered in depth. Whether you want to improve your karaoke style or learn to audition for a show, this class is for you!

Materials: Instructor will provide materials

Prerequisite: none

Duration: 8 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $170.00

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. Instructor will not be doing demonstrations. .

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: 11/11/2025 Veterans Day, 11/25/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365.00

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Instructor: Yvette McCollum

Description: Link up with your inner jewelry designer! This timeless pattern is not just a piece of jewelry; it's an addictive masterpiece waiting to be created. Discover the magic as you interlock jump rings to form a mesmerizing, woven chain. Once you've experienced the satisfaction of completing your first Byzantine bracelet, you'll be hooked! Get ready to be captivated by this stunning and surprisingly simple technique.

Materials: Copper kit provided by instructor, silver kit available for purchase.

Prerequisite: No experience needed

Duration: 4 Hours

Ages: 16+

Cost: $60.00

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

Instructor: Chelsea Koressel (She/Her)

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: 17 weeks

Days Off: 11/26/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365.00

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: Tis the season to be expressive. Why not decorate this year with fused glass ornaments and other holiday items that define your style? Whether classical or whimsical, they make great gifts for family/friends/co-workers. Students will be given instruction on how to make a variety of holiday ornaments/objects, with different designs being taught in Sessions I and II. Syllabus will be provided via email to students prior to start of class.

Materials: Students are responsible to purchase their sheet glass, and kiln shelf paper. Supplies are available for purchase from the instructor. Tools are available for use. Cost varies due to type, size and number of projects. Each student may create up to (2) items each week no larger than 12”x12.”

Prerequisite: Beginning Glass Fusing or Prior Fusing Experience

Duration: 7 weeks

Days Off: 09/03/2025

Ages: 18+

Cost: $240.00

Description: Esta es una clase introductoria para personas que quieren aprender como hacer cerámica usando barro. Vamos a empezar construyendo ollas a mano usando métodos tradicionales. Seguiremos aprendiendo a usar el torno y formar vasijas. La clase incluye la técnica de como aplicar esmaltes para convertir nuestra obras en objetos útiles y decorativos. La más importante de esta clase será que aprendemos y nos divertiremos!

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: No Se Require Experiencia

Duration: 17 weeks

Days Off:  11/29/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365.00

Instructor: Jay Melberg

Description: Fun piano lessons that focus on two handed playing of melody, harmony, rhythm, chords and style.

Materials: Alfreds Lessons 1A, 1B, 2A or 2B

Prerequisite: prior piano is recommended

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 6 -12

Cost: $99.00

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

Materials: Alfreds Lessons 3 and above or student project.

Prerequisite: Prior piano lessons required

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 10-17

Cost: $99.00

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

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: 17 weeks

No Class:  11/29/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Prerequisites: Throwing/Clay experience required

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Instructor: Jay Melberg

Description: Time to learn how to sing properly with matching pitch, correct breathing, rhythm and style. Broadway, jazz, Disney and pop music are explored.

Materials: Provided by instructor.

Prerequisites: basic reading is recommended

Duration: 7 weeks

Ages: 7-13

Cost: $99.00

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

Description: This class is for those with no clay experience who would like to learn some of the possibilities inherent in the ceramics arena. Handbuilding techniques as well as "throwing" on the potters wheel will be covered. A great opportunity to explore your clay options and discover your areas of interest as instructors help you navigate your way through an entertaining maze of ceramic projects.

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: No experience required

Duration: 17 weeks

Weeks Off: 11/30/2025 Thanksgiving week off

Ages: 18+

Cost: $365

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Description: For those interested in starting or re-kindling the b&w analog film photography process. Take a "crash course" into 35mm b&w film processing and printing in the photography lab. After a few sessions, students will be confident and self-sufficient to continue their own photography interests. Returning students may immediately return to b&w film processing and darkroom photo enlargements.

Materials: Students must provide own 35mm, or other film camera, black and white film, black and white film negatives, and black and white darkroom printing paper.

Prerequisite: no experience required

Duration: 8 weeks

Ages: 18+

Cost: $270.00

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.