Emma- for Savannah College of Art & Design Julia-for Bard College–was admitted During these one-on-one two-hour sessions participants and their art instructor will investigate what each student’s specific Art Schools are looking for and how to achieve an art portfolio which will increase their chances of admission. They will improve problem solving to create versatility (more…)

Learning the joys of “wet” felting is easy and fun.  A highly experienced felter and art educator will teach you felting techniques using Australian merino wool and silk. Each participant makes a felted purse to take home and enjoy or give as a gift.  From the knowledge gained in this workshop you will be able (more…)

Create beautiful botanical illustrations in pen and ink! Each week will focus on a different botanical study. Participants will learn how to observe, and utilize ink to capture the subject matter with detail and accuracy. Colored pencils are used to enhance the black and white drawings. No previous experience is necessary. Come enjoy a creative (more…)

This is a fun and very creative class where you learn to set up a workstation to create colored, painted paper sheets using gel plates, stencils and markers.  Experiment with masking techniques using gauze, acrylics, and metallic paints, etc.  After creating a variety of prints, choose your “Best and Brightest” as well as a few (more…)

This is a fun and very creative class where you learn to set up a workstation to create colored, painted paper sheets using gel plates, stencils and markers.  Experiment with masking techniques using gauze, acrylics, and metallic paints, etc.  After creating a variety of prints, choose your “Best and Brightest” as well as a few (more…)

This class provides step-by-step instruction for those seeking the fundamentals of watercolor painting.  Class includes demos and structured exercises.  Participants learn color mixing, dark and light and basic color theory principles. Different brush stroke techniques are addressed for specific effects i.e. wet on wet & dry stubble applications. Participants paint from still life setups and/or (more…)

In this class learn to create layers of soft pastels to build up a recognizable image or object.  Blocking in values from light to dark and understanding light to hard application on paper.  In the beginning of class, simple still life set ups will be used i.e. two pieces of fruit in a bowl, etc. (more…)

This creative writing class invites participants to explore their personal experiences, dreams, and reflections on life through short stories, poetry, and personal essays. Whether you want to write about past adventures, future aspirations, or cherished relationships, this class will guide you with fun exercises that make storytelling accessible and enjoyable. Techniques and exercises used in (more…)