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Adult Weekly Lessons

Ceramics Open Studio, Saturdays February

$215

with Raphaela Nicholls

Calendar Feb 1, 2025 at 4 pm, runs for 3 weeks

February 1, 8 and 15th

Saturdays at 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Registration includes a $15 supply fee

Saturday Open Studio: A Creative Haven

Join us for a relaxed and inspiring open studio session. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your wheel-throwing and handbuilding skills. You'll have access to our well-equipped studio and guidance from our resident artist.

What to expect:

Independent Practice: Work at your own pace, experimenting with different techniques and styles.

Expert Guidance: Our resident artist will be on hand to offer advice and support.

A Creative Community: Connect with other potters and share your passion for clay.

Open to students with prior wheel experience who can work independently. 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $115.00, paid every four weeks.

Ceramics Wheel Throwing Class - Monday Evenings, February

$215

with Raphaela Nicholls

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

 Registration includes a $15 supply fee

February 3, 10 and 17th

Mondays 6:30 - 8:30 pm

  • Weekly for two hours
  • Limited to five students

Come play with clay and learn the fundamentals of ceramics wheel throwing. Topics covered include throwing on the wheel, trimming, and glazing techniques. Students will learn to create functional and decorative pieces using the pottery wheel. 

All levels are welcome.

This is a mixed Teen and Adult Class - Ages 13 +

 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $115.00, paid every four weeks.

Oil Painting February - Afternoon, Open Paint

$200

with Jamie Lightfoot

Calendar Feb 4, 2025 at 3:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Oil Painting Open Paint 

February 4, 11, 18th and 25th

Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm

 

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

If you are a new student, plan on spending your first class getting to know your oil color palette and completing a color wheel.  

After the first session, students work on their own pieces at their own pace. Most paintings require a minimum of three classes to complete. 

You can work from your photo reference or one of mine. See the BLOG page on the website for helpful tips and reference images. 

Please email me a copy of the image you would like to work from, your skill level, and anything in particular you are interested in learning.  

An iPad or laptop works best for viewing your images. Printed photos work as well.

Wear old clothes as oil paint stains. You will be added to the student newsletter, so check your junk email if you don't receive it. 

All supplies are provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite paintbrushes. We paint on canvas, but Ampersand Boards are available for an additional charge. 

 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $100.00, paid every four weeks.

Oil Painting February - Evenings, Open Paint

$200

with Jamie Lightfoot

Calendar Feb 4, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Oil Painting Open Paint 

February 4, 11, 18th and 25th

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

 

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

If you are a new student, plan on spending your first class getting to know your oil color palette and completing a color wheel.  

After the first session, students work on their own pieces at their own pace. Most paintings require a minimum of three classes to complete. 

You can work from your photo reference or one of mine. See the BLOG page on the website for helpful tips and reference images. 

Please email me a copy of the image you would like to work from, your skill level, and anything in particular you are interested in learning.  

An iPad or laptop works best for viewing your images. Printed photos work as well.

Wear old clothes as oil paint stains. You will be added to the student newsletter, so check your junk email if you don't receive it. 

All supplies are provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite paintbrushes. We paint on canvas, but Ampersand Boards are available for an additional charge. 

 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $100.00, paid every four weeks.

Adult Art February - Charcoal and Pastel Drawing

$225

with Jamie Lightfoot

Calendar Feb 5, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

February 5, 12, 19th and 26th

Wednesday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Discover the beauty of charcoal and pastels in our Adult Art Class!

In this class, you'll start by exploring the fundamentals of charcoal drawing, learning how to create depth and texture with value.

As the class progresses, you'll move into the world of pastels, experimenting with color and blending techniques to create vibrant and expressive works of art.

We will guide you through each project, helping you develop your skills and confidence as an artist. Join us for a fun and inspiring artistic journey.

Tuition includes a $25 supply fee.  Every student will get their own charcoal drawing kit to take home with them at the end of the class.

Ages 18 +

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $125.00, paid every four weeks.

Oil Painting February - Wednesday, Paint a Rooster

$200

with Jamie Lightfoot

Calendar Feb 5, 2025 at 3:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm

February 5, 12, 19  and 26th

Let's paint a Rooster!

This month, we will take a closer look at how to paint roosters. Topics covered will include painting and mixing the color black, painting feathers, and those fun backgrounds that I love to create.

All supplies provided.

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

 

 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $100.00, paid every four weeks.

February - Charcoal and Pastel Drawing

$225

with Jamie & Raphaela

Calendar Feb 6, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 4 weeks

February 6, 13, 20th and 27th

Thursday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Discover the beauty of charcoal and pastels in our Adult Art Class!

In this class, you'll start by exploring the fundamentals of charcoal drawing, learning how to create depth and texture with value.

As the class progresses, you'll move into the world of pastels, experimenting with color and blending techniques to create vibrant and expressive works of art.

We will guide you through each project, helping you develop your skills and confidence as an artist. Join us for a fun and inspiring artistic journey.

Tuition includes a $25 supply fee.  Every student will get their own charcoal drawing kit to take home with them at the end of the class.

Ages13 + Mixed Teen and Adult Class

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $125.00, paid every four weeks.

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Ceramics 2.0 Intermediate Wheel Throwing Class - Fridays, February

$215

with Raphaela Nicholls

Calendar Feb 7, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 3 weeks

February 7, 14 and 21st

This intermediate wheel-throwing class is perfect for those who have mastered the basics. We'll delve deeper into advanced techniques, such as centering, pulling thinner walls, and trimming. You'll learn to create more complex forms like vases, bowls, and mugs.

This class is ideal for those who want to take their wheel-throwing skills to the next level. Let's get creative and push your limits!

Ages 13+ 

Payment plan available: $100 deposit plus 1 payment of $115.00, paid every four weeks.




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