Upcoming Classes
Partner Wheel Throwing
This workshop is meant for a pair to enjoy a unique evening of creative clay constructions! You and your partner will learn the basics of pottery wheel throwing as you create and decorate your very own clay vessels to cherish for years to come. Your handmade creations will be clear-glazed and fired for you after the workshop and can be picked up to take home three weeks later. Please note the differences in the workshops. Adults
Sushi & Clay
Join us for an immersive sushi-making experience led by two of Bon Appetit's finest sushi chefs! Participants will learn how to prepare three dishes: tuna sashimi/nigiri, a spicy tuna roll, and a California roll. When it's time for the taste test, participants will pick a unique sushi platter and mini soy sauce dish made by CC clay artists to plate up their masterpieces and later take home. Ages 14 and up
Carnival (Summer Music Festival Class)
Students will create illustrations for the presentation of The Carnival of the Animals at the Colorado College Summer Music Festival. Drawing skills are required as well as a love of making art. We will focus on creating the cast of joyful animal characters inspired by Camille Saint Saens musical composition. A roaring lion, a kangaroo wearing pajamas, a stately swan, and squealing donkey are a few of the fun-loving characters we will create. While the orchestra performs the musical composition and a narrator reads the story, the student's illustrations will be shown on a screen for the audience to view. This is a unique opportunity for young creatives and their families to enjoy. Ages 8-12
Enchanted Textures of Taos, New Mexico
Taos’ light, color, and culture have inspired modern artists for over 125 years to create inspirational and memorable paintings. Taos is especially stunning in the autumn with glorious textures and colors. Professional artist and instructor Martha Mans will concentrate on water media and gouache painting with a special small presentation about how she creates her casein paintings, which is becoming an increasingly popular medium. She welcomes acrylic, oil, and watercolor painters to join in this fabulous adventure. Adults
Tuned-In: The Soundtrack of Your Life
Tuned-In... where psychology meets the music you love. Discover what really happens when music crawls inside your head. Two wildly fun, life-changing days with very cool people and intriguing dialogue offer life-altering insights and deep music listening from Bach to Rock. Explore how six human behavior patterns (archetypes) –the victim, wanderer, warrior, caregiver, innocent, and magician–aim to run your life's show. Discover how to choose music to positively direct that show to the outcome you desire. Lunch, refreshments, and supplies are included. Adults
Create a Vacation Film
Learn how to shoot and edit a short film of your summer vacation… all on your phone. You will learn best practices for capturing video as well as easy editing techniques. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to create short films of your most treasured trips! Ages 16-Adult
Fundamentals of Drawing
A meaningful way to build our confidence in drawing is with this explorative journey into the fundamentals of drawing. We will be exploring ways to turn a flat two-dimensional drawing into a drawing that looks three-dimensional and realistic. We will be training our eyes to see in this explorative course, from some advanced ways of working with color, creating a light source in your drawings, perspective, color theory, exploring different mediums, and more! Ages 9-12
Trolls in the Garden
Come dive into the magical world of fairyland creatures. We will learn clay handbuilding skills while making a toadstool house, a rock troll, and other magical objects. Our projects will be enhanced with various glazing techniques. Ages 6-9
Fundamentals of Drawing
Let’s embark on an insightful exploration of drawing fundamentals designed to bolster your confidence in artistic expression! Discover techniques to transform flat, two-dimensional drawings into lifelike, three-dimensional renderings. Hone your observational skills, explore advanced color application, light source integration, perspective mastery, color theory, experiment with diverse mediums, and beyond. Ages 12-16
Teen Wheel Throwing
Join us to experience the ancient art of throwing on the potter’s wheel. We will learn basic wheel throwing techniques and skills, making bowls, mugs, and more. We will explore various glazing techniques to enhance your projects. Projects and demonstrations can be tailored to a variety of interests and abilities beyond the basics. Ages 12-16
In-Person: Military Artistic Healing
There are many benefits to using art to express emotions—art can offer a healthy outlet and an alternate way to communicate something that one cannot always put into words and provides a safe containment for emotions that are expressed. Reflecting on art can supply healing and connection. Increase personal management of life stressors by practicing artistic exercises outside of class to help with trauma. Together, we will practice for progress, healing, connection, retreat, creativity, confidence, clarity, and calm. This class includes a bi-weekly visit to the Fine Arts Center Museum. Adults
Beginner’s Pottery
Have you always wanted to learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel, but were concerned about how the pieces will look? With a little manipulation and alteration, your “first try” creations will look amazing! Learn basic wheel throwing and handbuilding skills in this course and enhance your projects with various glazing techniques. Ages 16-Adult
Wheel Throwing: Wolfe Approach
Where do you draw the line between practice and finished product? What makes your pieces exceptional? Join us as we explore the differences between learning how to throw and deciding what to make. Design, plan, and execute pieces that you are happy to show off. Ages 16-Adult
Exploring Watercolor
Discover the unrivaled and endless possibilities of watercolor. Build a repertoire of skills from choosing materials to creating brilliant colors, radiant blends, shadow, and light. No need for natural talent, just the desire to learn the limitless possibilities while incorporating traditional and experimental methods and having tons of fun in the process. Ages 16-Adult
Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting
Whether you are stepping into the world of art for the first time or seeking to hone your existing skills, this acrylic painting class provides a thorough examination of fundamental principles. We will immerse ourselves in a journey of inspiration, refining your artistic vision and nurturing creativity while establishing a robust groundwork for lifelong expression through acrylic painting. Ages 9-12
Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting
Whether you are venturing into art for the first time or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this course provides a thorough exploration of acrylic painting principles. We will immerse ourselves in inspiration as we refine our artistic vision, unleash creativity, and establish a solid foundation for lifelong expression in acrylic painting. Ages 12-16
Trolls in the Garden
Step into the enchanting realm of fairyland creatures as we delve into the art of clay handbuilding. We will craft our own whimsical toadstool house, fashion a mystical rock-troll, and bring other magical objects to life through hands-on instruction. We will also practice elevating our creations with a variety of glazing techniques, adding depth and charm to our fantastical projects. Ages 9-12
Virtual: Military Artistic Healing
Discover the techniques to inspire creative skills and gain greater self-awareness. Explore possibilities, develop your creativity, and gain personal insight through working with a variety of controllable mediums. Learn therapeutic techniques to heal from past trauma issues. All classes will be virtual. Adults
The Human Head: Profile
Discover essential techniques and shortcuts to simplify the process of drawing a captivating profile. You will be introduced to the double oval, oval, and box methods for rendering human heads, along with detailed instructions for crafting noses, eyes, and mouths, with a touch of ear formation for added enjoyment. Ages 16-Adult
Let the Clay Speak
We will learn new techniques to create more advanced wheel thrown forms. Also, we will have the chance to pursue hand building, sculptural work, or a combination of these methods. The class is open to intermediate and advanced level students. Ages 16-Adult
3-D Sculpture
Engage in hands-on exploration with sculpture tools, including the exciting endeavor of crafting your own custom tools. Transform flat sketches into dynamic, three-dimensional sculptures. Delve into concept drawing, armature construction, diverse sculpting techniques, safety protocols, texturizing methods, and essential practices for ensuring the durability and longevity of your finished pieces. Ages 9-12
3-D Sculpture
Build on your skills and learn as we work with concept drawing, armature building, numerous ways of working with sculpture tools, safety tips, texturing techniques, curing your sculpture so that it stands the test of time, and more! We will work with sculpture tools, explore ways to create our own tools, and learn how to turn a two-dimensional drawing into a three-dimensional sculpture. Ages 12-16
Macramé Farmers Market Bag
Delve into the intricacies of macramé while mastering various knots and techniques to craft stylish knotted bags and purses. Gain expertise in creating diverse styles just in time to show off your creations at farmers' markets. Unleash your creativity and elevate your crafting skills with this engaging macramé workshop. Ages 16-Adult
City Lines in Watercolor
Come along for a guided “plein air” watercolor class focused on architecture! You will learn the basics of watercolor, how to work plein air, plus techniques for painting architecture quickly and beautifully! This class will involve up to 45 minutes of walking between painting locations on the Colorado College campus each day. Adults
Partner Wheel Throwing
This workshop is meant for a pair to enjoy a unique evening of creative clay constructions! You and your partner will learn the basics of pottery wheel throwing as you create and decorate your very own clay vessels to cherish for years to come. Your handmade creations will be clear-glazed and fired for you after the workshop and can be picked up to take home three weeks later. Please note the differences in the workshops. Adults
Create Your Own Tarot
Interested in tarot? Are you a beginner or a seasoned reader? We will learn about the art history of tarot cards, their various systems of symbolism and interpretation, as well as basic image making techniques to create your own deck of tarot cards. By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics of tarot and created the first 22 cards (the major arcana) of a tarot deck, or the full 78 cards (the major and minor arcana), if desired. Ages 16-Adult
Introduction to Mosaic Art
Let’s learn the basics of mosaic art while making a wall hanging or trivet from a selection of Mexican ceramic tiles. You will learn how to layout the design; cutting, fitting, and gluing tiles; and how to grout. Repeat students will be able to complete a more complex design. Ages 16-Adult
Animal Tiles in Glass
Try out the colorful medium of enameling (glass fused to metal at high heat) by sifting powdered glass through stencils to create decorative animal tiles on copper. You will be introduced to how to prepare copper and use transparent and opaque enamels in simple designs and endless combinations. You will leave with several enameled tiles that can be hung separately or mounted together. There will be a 30-minute lunch break, so please bring food and drink. Ages 16-Adult
Pastel Flower Workshop
Experience the beauty of the purest color medium in the art world. Delve into the vibrant world of pastels, where you will have the option to work from a real, still-life flower arrangement, examples provided by the instructor, or your own pictorial source—explore your creativity and try them all. There will be an hour-long lunch break, so please bring food and drink. Ages 16-Adult
Acrylic Portraits
Embark on an introduction to painting portraits using acrylics on canvas, whether it is of yourself or someone else. Gain insights into composition and paint mixing techniques to achieve desired colors. Discover a wealth of creative inspiration to fuel your artistic journey and equip you to craft portraits with confidence in the future. Ages 16-Adult
Creating with Calligraphy
With pen in hand, join other beginning or continuing calligraphers in exploring the world of hand-written letterforms. You will develop and refine your skills using the chisel-edged pen, experiment with historic styles, and investigate letterforms. You will design and create a finished piece reflecting your unique interest in lettering and calligraphy. Ages 16-Adult
Partners in Art: Calligraphy
Gather with fellow family members and children for an introduction to calligraphy fundamentals. Explore the ancient art of hand-lettering with the chisel-edged pen, reminiscent of manuscript writing from centuries past. Delve into the captivating realm of lettering as you cultivate skills for ongoing practice and the creation of written art. Ages 9-12 with a participating adult.
Mold Making 101
Gain general knowledge of stone mold making as well as procedures for casting with liquid latex and foam. Together we will apply this knowledge to create a two-part stone mold from which we will cast a stress ball sized creation. This is a good introduction for those interested in prop making, character design, cosplay, and toy making. Ages 16-Adult
The Human Head: 3/4 View
Mastering the ¾ view, one of the most common yet challenging angles of the human head, can be made easier with the right tips and tricks. You will gain insights into proportions and techniques aimed at simplifying the process of drawing this elusive angle, empowering you to conquer it with confidence. Ages 16-Adult
Whimsical Boxes
Join us in building something unique! Learn slab construction to handbuild whimsical boxes from textured clay slabs. Move from flat to free-standing using simple measurements and your own handmade flat patterns! Glazing on textured surfaces will be taught. Ages 16-Adult
Gesture Drawing
Do you love drawing human figures, but have difficulty drawing them in complex poses or showing movement? Join us as we practice sketching proportionate people in more natural, action poses. These classes warm you up with quick gesture drawings, then ease you into longer times. Come ready to pose yourself and have fun! Ages 12-16
Fun with Toy Cameras
Come explore the excitement of capturing the world around us using black and white film and inexpensive, plastic toy cameras, or antique/vintage cameras. This will be a darkroom course too, so some experience in black and white film processing and printing is a plus but not required. You will learn to creatively compose photographs without the aid of today's digital technologies. Ages 16-Adult
Portfolio Development
Join us as we develop portfolios of paintings and drawings that will get us into art shows, exhibits, art galleries, and art events! You will work in your choice of media with the goal of showing a consistency of your style and art identity. The result is a portfolio of six to 12 images showing your professional art ability. Ages 16-Adult
Water Marbling Workshop
You will learn three different traditional techniques in water marbling! Throughout this process, learn how to let go of artistic control and find beauty in the creative process. You will create three unique works of art to take home the same day. Ages 12-16
Upside Down Boxes
If you can throw a simple thick cylinder, then you are ready! Throw the box upside down, spring cut the thick bottom and then flip it on a slab, carve, stamp, or attach textures and then cut the lid off. Glazing for textured surfaces will be taught. Ages 16-Adult
Paint, Print, Collage Express
Begin with exploring Gelli® Plate printing on handmade papers: rice, mulberry, tissue paper, and more. Create designed papers with applied stencils, stamping, inks, and paint techniques. Finish by collaging your gems on various surfaces to create fabulous compositions. Adults
Enameling: Expression and Interpretation
Let’s apply our skills with the materials and techniques of enameling toward conveying emotion or interpreting an idea! We will develop ways to communicate our visions via the qualities of glass on metal—transparent, opaque, bright, or subtle colors; texture; reflectance; and others. You may complete the course with a single finished piece or various explorations—wherever the Muse takes you. Ages 16-Adult
ArtTrax: Drawing
In this course, you will be provided with an overview of techniques to learn the basics of drawing from life. Using graphite pencil, subjects covered will include line control, drawing from observation, and shading. Bemis ArtTrax is a curriculum created to provide equitable and accessible pathways to the arts. ArtTrax courses introduce the fundamental concepts of painting and drawing through a series of engaging exercises. Emphasis is not on producing finished works of art but rather on developing a basic skill set through practice and repetition. No prior knowledge or experience in the medium is needed or expected. Ages 16-Adult
Themed Pinch Pots
Create a collection of pinch pots! We will begin by brainstorming imaginative themes for our creations, culminating in a personalized set of handcrafted pottery to proudly display at home. Following the sculpting phase, you will learn to expertly paint your themed pinch pots using vibrant underglazes. Ages 12-16
Drawing for Beginners
We will explore the basics of drawing using charcoal! You will learn how to effectively use line, value, composition, linear perspective, and negative/positive space through understandable lessons to train both your eye and hand. With both practice and looking at contemporary artworks, you will leave this course with a strong understanding of how to begin to translate your world into two-dimensional drawings. Ages 16-Adult
Start Your Day with Creative Collage
Join us for a relaxing morning of creative collaging in the community! You will be equipped with a range of materials that will spark inspiration for this project! We will explore different paint mediums to incorporate into our pieces as well as typical collage materials from magazines and more. Adults
The Human Head: Front View
While drawing the human head may pose challenges initially, mastering it becomes effortless with the right techniques and proportions. Join this foundational drawing class focusing on rendering the head from a frontal perspective. We will explore both the oval and ice cream cone methods, along with invaluable tips and tricks for capturing the nuances of the eyes, nose, and mouth. Ages 16-Adult
Water Marbling Workshop
Learn three different traditional techniques in water marbling. Throughout this process, learn how to let go of artistic control and find beauty in the creative process. You will create three unique works of art and take them home that day! Ages 16-Adult
Fiber Fusion Collage
Using a heat method (not glue) we will create various textural compositions with fiber, plastic fabric, and notions. These gorgeous tactile and layered compositions are embellished with colorants (spray inks and pastels) wax, and stitchery. Make frameable individual pieces as well as multi-hanging collages for windows. Adults
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult
The Secret Garden
Using inspiration from the classic book, The Secret Garden by Frances Burnett, you will learn to draw the main character Mary Lennox, build the graffiti garden with collage and paint, blend colorful art tissue with acrylic paint to make the blossoming garden, and design a keyhole peeking into the garden. A floral headpiece will be supplied for each student to wear for a tea party hosted by the instructor on the grounds of the Fine Arts Center. Ages 7-11
Teen Handbuilding Ceramics
Join us as we offer some new perspectives on ceramic handbuilt works! The extruder, the slab roller, textures, glazes, and construction methods will be explored and open to all levels to explore according to individual interests. Final works will be glazed and fired for lasting pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 12-16
The Body: Stickman to Figure
Are you looking for tips and tricks to make drawing the human body easier? Join us and learn how to go from a stickman to a figure in motion! You will learn how to proportion the body, foreshorten legs and arms, as well as how to put all the pieces together. Ages 16-Adult
Paint, Print, Collage
We will begin with making faux rice paper, Mami Gami (paper fabric), and fabric paper, along with various handmade, mulberry, and tissue papers for your Gelli® Plate prints. Layer your paper with stencils, stamps, inks, paints, glazes, metallics, and more. Create compositional collages on various boards and paper. Adults
Exploring with Gelli® Arts Printing Plates
The Gelli® Plate is the perfect art tool when you are unsure about what to create or you want a bit of mindless creative fun. It is the perfect place to experiment with pattern and paint, and you end up with endless awesome papers for future creative play. You will be shown how to make fine-art quality prints with inexpensive materials and by the time we finish this course you will be equipped with the skills to confidently print on your own! Ages 16-Adult
Art & Movement
Join us as we learn about incorporating movement into our artistic practices! We will learn various techniques involving moving the body to inspire new processes and ways of making. All bodies/expertise welcome! Adults
Painting Big
For the artistic kid that wants to go big, we will each create one large painting using acrylic paints. We will learn how to plan a composition and color scheme, execute a sketch, use acrylics appropriately, and refine your final piece. On the final day, we will have an “art show” of our works of art for the parents. Ages 6-9
Make Your Own Zines!
Zine-making came about in the 1930’s but quickly became its own subculture of artists wanting to share their ideas in cool, easy ways! We will learn about the history of zine making, see examples from Skateboard Zines of the 80’s to today’s contemporary political Zines plus we will make three distinctive styles of Zines to tell our very own stories. Create your very own booklets and learn about a culture of collaboration! Adults
Watercolor in Nature
This immersive painting experience allows us to capture the beauty of the natural world through observation. Each session introduces a new facet of nature painting, followed by outdoor sessions where you will apply newfound techniques to depict the wonders of the environment firsthand. Ages 9-12
Intro to Watercolor
We will embark on an artistic journey through the captivating world of watercolor, delving into its mesmerizing techniques and endless possibilities. From mastering the art of resisting to experimenting with the dynamic interplay of wet-on-wet and dry-on-wet methods, we will unlock the secrets of this versatile medium. Ages 6-9
Surrealism One-Point Perspective
Let’s unlock our inner Salvador Dali as we delve into the world of surrealism. Through mastering one-point perspective drawing, we will transform our sketches into captivating surrealist watercolor paintings. Embark on a journey of artistic exploration, discovering the boundless possibilities of merging perspective with surrealistic imagination. Ages 9-12
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult
Mountain Landscapes & Watercolor Techniques
We will examine and practice the style of contemporary artist Jen Aranyi, known for drawing simple, abstract mountain ranges, and painting skies with watercolors using special techniques. We will also explore the diverse ways to finish the foreground. This will require some drawing skills with pen and ink but do not let that intimidate you, this class is for everyone! Ages 16-Adult
Partners in Art: Plowshare Vessels
RAWTools is comprehensive in its efforts to move communities away from violence. Join us on a journey from destroyed firearm parts to new artistic pieces in this Partners in Art class. Through a combination of clay sculpture and the wood/metal/fabric parts of non-working rifles, pistols, guns, and accessories, you will create non-violent sculptural containers. Ages 9+ with participating adult
My Art Story
Narrate an epic journey using paper, paint, and clay! Craft a personalized booklet filled with your vibrant paintings and sketches. Dive into the realm of clay sculpting to breathe life into your painted stories. Finally, conclude your artistic odyssey by adorning your sculptures with colorful paintwork and glazes, bringing your tale into a vivid piece of sculpture. Ages 6-9
Thrift Painting Makeover!
Upcycle a dated and drab thrifted painting into a stellar new piece of original artwork! We will take found thrift paintings and add our own unique stories to them with acrylic paints and mixed-media techniques in a fun and laid-back environment. Thrift paintings will be provided. Ages 16-Adult
Beading on a Stick
Learn two different tubular beading stitches by beading on a stick. You will be encouraged to explore a sampling of designs using the tubular peyote stitch, and tubular netted stitch on a stick. We will explore creative ideas that will inspire and empower you to create your own beading art that will last a lifetime. Ages 16-Adult
Ceramic Fun House
We will build the fun and wild houses of our dreams! You will be guided through learning how to sculpt using the slab building technique and to use your limitless imagination. The result will be playful, colorful ceramic sculptures that will last a lifetime. Ages 6-9
Whimsical Monsters
Create fun and expressive monsters using simple handbuilding techniques of pinching, adding elements and textures. Exaggerate facial expressions and body parts on your monster to express emotions. This process will use air dry clay and acrylic paints. Ages 12-16
Inspired Postcards
Inspired by Mary Chenoweth, iconic Colorado College professor of art and the woman who carved the wooden doors into Bemis School of Art, let us explore collage through a playful expression of making small postcard sized art influenced by Mary's, Matisse's, and Picasso's work. Gather your stash of ephemera from travels, or precious papers you have been hanging onto, bring them to the workshop, and transform them into small pieces of art. Ages 16-Adult
The Natural World
The imagery of the natural world will serve as our inspiration for this class. Think science colliding with art and where this can lead the imagination! We will explore butterfly wings, sea creatures, bugs, galaxies, and more. By looking up close at nature's gifts and using pastels, gel pens, colored pencils, and acrylic paint we will discover how the world around us is full of ideas for making colorful art. Ages 6-9
Water Marbling Workshop
You will learn three different traditional techniques in water marbling. Throughout this process, learn how to let go of artistic control and find beauty in the creative process. You will create three unique works of art to take home the same day. Ages 9-12
Comic Book Collage Box
We will explore the technique of collage by using a single comic book to tell a continuous story. We will each choose a wooden vessel to carefully glue hand-selected sections of comic book to every side. The goal of this class is to understand deco podge techniques and use collage to convey a message. Ages 16-Adult
Mythology & Monsters
We will be exploring our imaginations through storytelling and art. Beginning with several mythological stories told by the instructor and following up with a creative drawing game called "exquisite corpse" played by surrealist artists. Afterwards, you will be encouraged to focus on handbuilding and sculpting clay mythological creatures or a monster of your own creation, and finish painting with underglaze. Ages 6-9
ArtTrax: Painting
This course covers the basics of using watercolor and acrylics including going over supplies and materials, mixing colors, creating texture, and basic painting techniques. Bemis ArtTrax is a curriculum created to provide equitable and accessible pathways to the arts. ArtTrax courses introduce the fundamental concepts of painting and drawing through a series of engaging exercises. Emphasis is not on producing finished works of art but rather on developing a basic skill set through practice and repetition. No prior knowledge or experience in the medium is needed or expected. Ages 16-Adult
Ski Paintings
Utilizing palettes crafted from authentic skis provided by the Colorado Ski Furniture Company, we will fashion our own painting. Dive into the creative process with enamel paint, allowing for vibrant and dynamic artwork. Let’s immerse ourselves in this innovative painting experience, blending artistry with the spirit of skiing culture! Ages 16-Adult
Florals Up Close
Painting with an up-close view allows us to work creatively with a very traditional subject. Fill the paper, take the petals off the edge, be creative with design all while incorporating atmospheric techniques and embellishments. The possibilities in watercolor painting are endless! There will be a 30-minute lunch break, so please bring food and drink. Ages 16-Adult
Watercolor Skies with Mountains
Discover the art of Jen Aranyi, known for drawing simple, abstract mountain ranges, and painting skies with watercolors using special techniques. We will explore the diverse ways to use pen and ink for the landscape and mountains. This will require some drawing skills, but do not let that intimidate you, this class is for everyone! Ages 9-12
Geometric Plates and Mugs
Explore the exciting possibilities of building various geometrically shaped plates and mugs. Learn to handbuild with pre-textured clay slabs using flat patterns that fold up into 3-D forms. Design your own flat patterns and texturing tools to build geometrical and self-expressive pottery. Ages 16-Adult
Image Transfers with Gelli® Arts Printing Plates
You will have the opportunity to discover the best method for creating image transfers on the Gelli® Arts Printing Plate! You will explore the basic Gelli plate techniques, then move on to more advanced methods for image transfers. Have fun printing and learn new skills that you can continue to explore long after the class ends. Ages 16-Adult
Paint an Oil Portrait
Join us as we bring our knowledge of the basics to a new level! You will have the opportunity to walk through the basics of oil, sketching, layering, value, and detailing and apply it all to one painting to see how all these elements work in unison. Adults
Beading on a Loom
Be introduced to bead weaving using a loom, where you will receive comprehensive instructions and all necessary materials. Dive into the creative process with guidance and explore innovative ideas to spark your inspiration for future loom bead weaving endeavors. This immersive experience will equip you with the skills and confidence to continue crafting your own unique bead weaving projects independently. Ages 16-Adult
Dare to Oil Paint
Join us as we develop skills and begin painting in oils with confidence! No matter if you are a beginner or ready to freshen up your painting skills. You will learn how to approach painting a monochromatic still life set up in a clear logical progression. Dare to paint in oils and you will leave this class with your best painting yet! Ages 16-Adult
Splish-Splash!
Join us on an underwater adventure to meet and paint some fishy friends along the way! You are going to learn painting techniques with acrylic medium. We will practice expressive brushstrokes, how to apply value, color mixing, and more artistic ways to complement the sea and its wonderful sights! Ages 6-9
The Sky is the Limit
For a truly inspirational landscape, the sky is optional. We will learn to create powerful skies that will affect the mood of the day—or night. Experiment with color, shape, and value transforming your watercolor paintings by using simple, fun techniques. There will be a 30-minute lunch break, so please bring food and drink. Ages 16-Adult
La Foret – Art and Acting in the Forest
Enjoy an outstanding arts education with instructors from the Fine Art Center’s Bemis School of Art set in the lush forest at the 400-acre La Foret Conference and Retreat Center. Stretch your imagination! Experience a variety of artistic styles and techniques, including painting, printmaking, and mixed-media art while exploring elements of composition and design. Cultivate your acting skills, voice, movement, and characterization with theatre games, mime, and improvisation. Art and acting will come together on Fridays with a special showcase performance and art exhibit for friends and family. Ages 6-11
Collage: Printed, Stamped, Woven
Join us for a unique collage experience where you will piece together large ripped watercolor papers and form abstract shapes. You will design your surfaces with Gelli printing, stamping, paints, pastels, inks, stains, and more. We will weave, perforate, layer, and adhere wallpaper and other unique found paper with our prepared papers. Adults