Adult DRAWING AND PAINTING
Tuesdays, 11–1pm, April 8–June 3, 9 weeks Instructor Eurnice Harris-Scarver, Ages 18+, $175, Studio B
Study best practices and strategies for drawing essentials. You’ll be guided through basic foundational activities that will build your knowledge and give you the skills to tackle drawing of all kinds.
Tuesdays, 6–9pm, April 8–May 13, 6 weeks Instructor Jessica Smit Mattingly, Ages 18+, $220, Studio B
Learn to create life-like portraits in pastel including working from a live model over last 3 sessions. Begin with charcoal, focusing on shape, proportion, structure, and expression. Then block in color
in pastel, learning to model form and flesh tones while achieving a likeness and a sense of light and atmosphere.
Thursdays, 2–4pm, April 10–June 5, 9 weeks Instructor Eurnice Harris-Scarver, Ages 18+, $175, Studio B
Learn acrylic painting techniques with exploratory themes and subject matter. Explore color mixing, layering, adding depth, and composition.
Thursdays, 6–9pm, April 3–May 8, 6 weeks Instructor Jessica Smit Mattingly, Ages 18+, $200, Studio B
Learn the essentials for creating dimensional, life-like oil paintings, including shape, composition, value, edges, and color temperature. Examine the practical issues of color mixing and basic color theory.
Saturdays, 9–12pm, April 5–May 10, 6 weeks Instructor Jessica Smit Mattingly, Ages 18+, $220, Studio B
Focus on the essentials of gesture, proportion, structure, line, and shading while drawing the human form. Work directly from a live model for both short and long poses in graphite, charcoal, and pastel. Draw the nude figure and the clothed figure, with demonstrations and individualized instruction throughout the class.
Sundays, 3:30–5:30pm, April 6–May 11, 4 weeks Instructor Aaron Spiller, Ages 18+, $125, Studio B, No class April 20 or April 27
Compose and complete finished pieces depicting different types of landscapes, explore color interactions and practice the fundamental building blocks of oil painting.
MIXED MEDIA
Collaging with Paper and Found Objects
Mondays, 6–8pm, April 7–May 12, 6 weeks Instructor Lynda Huggy, Ages 18+, $130, Studio B
Learn a variety of methods in layering techniques of various materials to create depth and texture within artwork.
Batik Exploration on Rice Paper
Fridays, 6:30–8:30pm, April 11–May 16, 6 weeks Instructor Susan Harris, Ages 18+, $150, Studio B
Learn the basics of Batik resist design on rice paper. Learn the process of design initiation, wax application, and dying surfaces with watercolor and ink. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 6–8pm, April 16–June 11, 9 weeks Instructor Susan Harris, Ages 18+, $200, Studio C
Learn the history of basket making and create
your own one-of-a-kind hand-woven fiber basket. You’ll explore color patterns, lid creation, and other additions that can make your basket unique to you!
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30pm, April 9–May 14, 6 weeks Instructor Merrionna Pierce, Ages 13+, $180, Studio B
Take the journey into paint pouring! This class includes all materials, guided steps, and exploratory practices to provide you with a variety of successful paint-pour methods. You’ll make several pieces over this course.
Monday, 5–7pm, April 7–June 2, 9-weeks
Instructor Lynda Hayhurst, Ages 13+, $230, Studio C
This is your chance to learn the basics of ukulele including form, proper finger position and how to read and play basic chords all while practicing fun familiar tunes! Cost includes your very own instrument.
Monday, 7:30–8:30pm, April 7–June 2, 9 weeks Instructor Lynda Hayhurst, Ages 13+, $130, Studio C
This is for those who have already taken Ukulele Exploration and want to expand their musical growth even further. Learn different strum patterns and more advanced cords. You must provide your own instrument.
LIFELONG LEARNERS
Ceramic Organization Creation!
Tuesdays, 1–4pm, May 13–April June 3, 4 weeks Instructor Emily Casella, Ages 65+, $125, Studio A
Create the perfect multipurpose dividing tray or box with a lid! Will you organize seeds, trinkets, jewelry, art supplies, spices, screws? Build, decorate, and glaze your useful container. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 1–4pm, April 10–June 5, 9 weeks Instructor Kenya Moffett-Garner, Ages 65+, $230, Studio A
Develop skills and learn various wheel-throwing techniques through demonstration, whole-group, and one-on-one instruction. This is a beginner class
Tuesdays, 2–4pm, April 8–June 3, 9 weeks Instructor Eurnice Harris-Scarver, Ages 65+, $175, Studio B
Learn techniques like masking, layering, washing, and lifting. create interesting compositions with exploratory themes and subject matter. Whether you are a beginner or well-versed, this class will meet you where you are.
Thursdays, 11–1pm, April 10–May 15, 6 weeks Instructor Eurnice Harris-Scarver, Ages 65+, $125, Studio B
Learn art principles such as the history of the
color wheel, color spectrums, relationships, and harmonies to help better understand the use of color. This knowledge will give you the confidence to be intentional in using color in your creative work as well as your personal environment.
Adult CERAMICS
Spring Fling Ceramic Workshop: Create with Someone! Saturday, 12–3pm, March 22
1 three-hour session, Instructor Cole Valle, Ages 18+, $175 per couple, Studio A
Why buy gifts when you can create a handmade treasure instead? Sign up with your special someone to learn ceramics techniques together. These one-time sessions include all the materials needed. After the items are fired, you can wrap them as a gift or take them home for your own space!
Ceramic Organization Creation!
Tuesdays, 1–4pm, April 8–April 29, 4 weeks Instructor Emily Casella, Ages 18+, $125, Studio A
Create the perfect multipurpose dividing tray or box with a lid! Will you Organize seeds, trinkets, jewelry, art supplies, spices, screws? Build, decorate, and glaze your useful container. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 5–8pm, May 14–June 4, 4 weeks, Instructor Kenya Moffett-Garner, Ages 18+, $125, Studio A
Ceramics meets fashion! Learn a variety of hand- building and glazing techniques that will allow you to create a multitude of uniquely styled one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry. All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 5–8pm, April 16–May 7, 4 weeks Instructor Karen Zukrow, Ages 18+, $125, Studio A
Draw inspiration from nature to create beautiful trinket dishes. Create unique textures using leaves, bark, seashells, and flowers to give an organic touch. Experiment with glazes and washes that highlight these natural textures and enhance the beauty of your creations! All skill levels welcome.
Wednesdays, 6–9pm, May 7–June 4, 4 weeks Instructor Kathleen DeYoung, Ages 18+, $125, Studio A
Walk through the process of wheel throwing a bowl and hand building a base to create a berry bowl. You’ll also explore basic glazing techniques. All skill levels welcome. Note: this is a 4-week course, but 1 week is added to the timeline for drying.
Tuesdays, 4–6pm, April 8–May 13, 6 weeks Instructor Rhonda Szymanski, Ages 18+, $145, Studio A
New to Ceramics? Learn pinch, coil, and slab building techniques, tool basics, and small-scale glaze experimentation. Leave with several one-of-a-kind pieces. This is a beginner class.
Sundays, 12–3pm, April 6–June 8, 9 weeks Instructor Cole Valle, Ages 18+, $230, Studio A, No class April 20
Develop skills and learn various wheel-throwing techniques through demonstration, whole-group, and one-on-one instruction. Includes 25lb clay, glazes, and regular kiln firing. This is a beginner class.
Mondays, 5–8pm, April 7– June 2, 9 weeks
Instructor Jasmine Santiago, Ages 18+, $230, Studio A
Wheel throwing or hand building? Can’t decide? How about a little bit of both! Create and glaze both functional and sculptural pieces. Includes 25lb clay, glazes, and regular kiln firing. This is a beginner class.
Mondays, 5–8pm, April 7–June 2, 9 weeks Instructor Rhonda Szymanski, Ages 18+, $230, Studio A
Improve your hand building skills while creating both functional and sculptural 3-D works. Decorate surfaces using Mishima, sgraffito, and more. Level 1 Clay Basics or other hand-building experience required.
Tuesdays, 5–8pm, April 8–June 10, 9 weeks Instructor Cole Valle, Ages 18+, $230, Studio A, No class April 22
Learn techniques to throw taller, thinner, and more uniform vessels in this next-level wheel throwing opportunity. Includes 25lb clay, glazes, and regular kiln firing. Intro to Wheel or previous wheel knowledge required.
Thursdays, 5–8pm, April 3–June 5, 9 weeks Instructor Cole Valle, Ages 18+, $230, Studio A, No class April 17
Advance skills, make larger forms and have fun with this deep dive into advanced wheel throwing techniques. Includes 25lb clay, glazes, and regular kiln firing. Intermediate Wheel or previous wheel knowledge required.
Advanced Ceramic Surface Decoration
Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30pm, May 6–June 10, 6 weeks Instructor Rhonda Szymanski, Ages 18+, $145, Studio A
Learn complex decorating and glazing techniques. Create interesting surface designs using sprigs, slip trailing, stencils, Mishima, sgraffito, and more. Level 1 Clay Basics, and one other ceramics class required.
Ages 18+ -- No Instructor, Munster, $200
This is an open studio class with students who have demonstrated experience in working with clay. This class allows for you to work independently and at your own pace with access to all ceramic tools and the wheel. Course fee includes one 25lb bag of clay, glazes and regular kiln firing for pieces created during class time. Completion of Level 3: Guided Advanced Ceramics and written approval of instructor required to enroll.
SUBSTATION NO. 9
Wednesdays, 6–8pm, April 16–May 21, 6 weeks Instructor Gary Wilson, Ages 18+, $95
Explore abstract artists such as Picasso, Miro, Kandinsky, Mondrian, Pollock, and more! Learn their history and take away guided techniques to help
this style of art come to life. Explore a wide range of media including acrylic, ink, sculpture, drawing, and photography! You’ll make a weekly project inspired by one of the artist’s styles. All skill levels welcome.
Thursdays, 4–6pm, April 10– May 1, 4 weeks Instructor Joze Garcia, Ages 10-14, $125, Studio C
Come learn the delightful process of macramé! During this class you will be guided through a basic introduction, helpful techniques, and successful strategies to create one-of-a-kind projects you can hang proudly at home.
Thursdays, 4–6pm, May 8–June 29, 4 weeks, Instructor Joze Garcia, Ages 7–9, $125, Studio C
Create functional projects and grow outside the box learning strategies and fun techniques.
Saturdays, 11:30–1:30pm, April 12–June 7, 9 weeks, Instructor Linda Huggy, Ages 7+, $175, Studio B
Explore 3-D art in the form of masks, animals, and figures using papier mâché, wire, plaster wrap, and delightful surprises. This is not a clay-based class, but a variety of hands-on, tactile materials. This is a great foundation for emerging from the 2-D, flat world of creation.
THEATER CLASSES
Mondays, 6–7:30pm, April 7–June 2, 9 weeks Instructor Gary Wilson, Ages 7–12, $175, Theater at the Center
We’ll explore the fundamentals of theater, including acting, improvisation and stagecraft. Learn to express yourself confidently, working collaboratively with peers through fun games to bring stories to life on stage.
Tuesdays, 6–8pm, April 8–June 3, 9 weeks Instructor Gary Wilson, Ages 13–18, $175, Theater at the Center
Join us as we explore the world of theater— etiquette, acting techniques, improvisation, scriptwriting and stage production, ending with a showcase presentation.
SUBSTATION NO. 9
Saturdays, 12–2pm, March 1–April 5, 6 weeks, Instructor Gary Willson, Ages 5+, $95
Saturdays, 12–2pm, April 26–May 31, 6 weeks Instructor Gary Wilson, Ages 7+, $95
Explore abstract artists such as Picasso, Miro, Kandinsky, Mondrian, Pollock, and more! Learn their history and take away guided techniques to help
this style of art come to life. Explore a wide range of media including acrylic, ink, sculpture, drawing, and photography! You’ll make a weekly project inspired by one of the artist’s styles. All skill levels welcome.
Kids Art Classes & Workshops
Saturdays,10–11:30am, April 12–June 7, 9 weeks Ages 7+, $140, Studio A
Explore tools and basic techniques like pinch pot, coil, slab, and basic hand-building along with wheel throwing. New projects will be offered each session.
Saturdays,11:30–1:30pm, April 12–June 7, 9 weeks Ages 13–18, $175, Studio A
Explore tools and basic techniques like pinch pot, coil, slab, and basic hand-building along with wheel throwing. New projects will be offered each session.
Spirit of the Wild! Animal Drawings
Mondays, 4–6pm, April 7–June 2, 9 weeks Instructor Judy Halie, Ages 7+, $170, Studio B
Explore figures and form in this fun, creative visit to the zoo. Learn proportion, scale and how to detail the features of each animal and their natural environment.
Wednesdays, 4–6pm, April 9–June 4, 9 weeks Instructor Judy Hallie, Ages 7+, $170, Studio B
Learn the world of painting and drawing using concepts like line color value including using the power of negative space. You’ll work with pencil and paint, learning both of their diverse applications!
Fridays, 4–6pm, April 11–June 6, 9 weeks Instructor Judy Hallie, Ages 7+, $170, Studio B
The focus is on watercolors as the premiere medium to explore in this offering! Learn basic painting techniques, layering, resists, and other fun strategies that only watercolor can lend.
Tuesdays, 4–6pm, April 15 –May 20, 6 weeks Instructor Judy Hallie, Ages 7+, $120, Studio C
Explore figures and form in this fun creative action figure course. Learn proportions, scale, and detailing the features of action figures and their surroundings.