ALL CLASSES
CLASSES ARE LISTED BY DAY OF THE WEEK
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Thursdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 2027
“Oil For Beginners”
with Instructor Ruth Squitieri
This is a 6 week series class. Studio A
Travel light and sketch anywhere! Learn how to quickly capture scenes with pen and watercolor while developing observation skills, perspective, and creative confidence.
Thursdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Oct. 8, 15, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, (No Class on Oct. 22, 2026)
January 7, 14, 21, 28, & Feb. 4, 11, 2027
“Urban Sketching”
with Instructor Ruth Squitieri
This is a 6 week series class. Studio A
Travel light and sketch anywhere! Learn how to quickly capture scenes with pen and watercolor while developing observation skills, perspective, and creative confidence.
Thursdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 29, 2026
“Introduction To Pastels 101”
with Instructor Conny Dempsey
This is a 4 week series class. Studio B
A fun and exciting class to introduce the student to the bold, expressive colors of Soft Pastels. This is a Beginner's Class but all are welcomed. A variety of techniques and materials will be explored including hard and soft pastels. A sampling of various pastel papers will be available to get the student started. There is a Materials List. Come get your fingers dusty while creating a beautiful painting!
Thursdays 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
October 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026
November 5, 12, 19, & Dec. 3, 2026
“Oil Painting for Everyone”
with Instructor Weldon Ryan
This is a 4-week series of classes. Studio A
Students will learn color theory, color mixing, brushwork, and various ways of painting and finding your style using oil. The class will focus on observational painting using various sources. We will touch on anatomy, color theory and techniques in sorting reference material to paint in oil. We will have opportunities for creative expression through step-by-step instruction and individualized guidance.
Fridays - 9:00 AM - Noon On-Going
“Life Drawing and Painting”
with Instructor Mike Lynch
These are on-going sessions. Studio A
Bring your supplies and draw and or paint from a live model. Drawing easels and benches provided.
Instruction available upon request.
All skill levels welcome.
Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20 (Studio A)
“Drawing For Beginners”
with Instructor Diane Terese
This a 5-week series of classes.
Build a strong foundation in drawing in this beginner-friendly five-class series. Students will explore essential techniques including line, shape, proportion, shading, positive and negative space, texture, patterns, contours, and perspective. Each class builds on the last, helping students develop their drawing skills through guided practice.
Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
October 30, November 6, 13, & 2026
“Beginner Portrait Drawing”
with Maria Daas
This a 3-week series of classes. Studio B
Beginner portrait drawing course using charcoal. We will explore observational portrait drawing using charcoal techniques. The goal of this course is a better understanding of how to draw planes of a face to create believable form and likeness in portraiture.
Fridays 10:00 AM - Noon
Beginning January 8 - Ongoing Class Every Friday
“Creative Freedom”
with Instructor Sharon DePauw
On-going Class. Studio B
This class is designed to help the Artist develop skills, create colorful interesting art while having fun and enjoying the process. A well lit, beautiful studio with a supportive atmosphere of fun loving students, teacher, and staff. Art is your escape from the ordinary! Be free to express your imagination while having fun!
All levels of experience - totally welcomed! Painting, collage, on any surface canvas, wood, fabric, paper, leather, shoes Lets make Art!
Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2027
“The Textured Surface”
with Instructor Carolyn Land
This a 4-week series of classes. Studio A
Explore texture, layering, and mixed media in this four-week workshop with Carolyn Land. Use gesso, papers, fabrics, texture products, and acrylic paint to create vibrant, dimensional works of art.
Fridays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
January 8, 15, 22, & 29, Feb 5, 2027
“Acrylic Basics & Beyond”
with Instructor Diane Terese
This a 5-week series of classes. Studio B
Students will learn characteristics of acrylic paints, types of brushes and brush care, and selection of the canvases and palettes. We will work on color theory, brush techniques, and water control. Painters will complete technique practice canvases and small paintings in the first three classes, and then we will spend the last two sessions completing a larger piece using the techniques we have learned.
SATURDAYS 9:00 AM - NOON
Oct. 10, 17, & 24, 2026
November 7, 14, 21, 2026
January 9, 16, 23, 2027
February 6, 13, 20, 2027
“Stained Glass for Beginners & Intermediates” with Instructor Peter Berman
This is a 3 week series class. Studio B
Join our hands-on workshop and master essential stained glass techniques-from selecting the right tools to scoring, cutting, foiling, and soldering. Under expert guidance, you’ll create two or more stunning stained glass pieces from our exclusive pre-designed projects. Plus, get insider tips and tricks to perfect your craft!
SATURDAYS 9:00 AM - NOON
Oct. 10, 17, & 24, 2026
Stained Glass - Open Studio-Choose Your Date
with Instructor Peter Berman
This a 3-hour open studio (B).
A 3- hour studio-style class for returningstained glass students. Bring a small project or pattern (upto 11”x11”) and enjoy dedicated work time with tools and glass provided. Guidance, tips, and troubleshooting available as needed. Specialty or specific glass colors must be supplied by the student.
SATURDAYS 9:00 AM - NOON
Oct. 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, & Dec. 5, 2026
“INTERMEDIATE PHOTO COURSE WITH FIELD TRIPS”
with Instructor Rafael Torres
This is a 7 week series class. Studio A
Explore Central Florida through your lens while refining your photography skills with classroom instruction, guided critiques, and inspiring field trips.
SATURDAYS 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Nov. 7, 14, 21, & Dec. 5, 2026
January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2027
April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2027
“ADVANCED STAINED GLASS CLASS”
with Instructor Peter Berman
This is a 4-week series class. Studio B
Join us for 4 hands-on sessions! Create an impressive 11" × 17" stained glass panel! EXPERIENCE REQUIRED - This class is for students who have previous stained-glass experience and are comfortable with basic cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering.
Saturdays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2027
“Myths and Legends of the Americas”
with Instructor Paulo Jimenez
This is a 4 week series class. Studio A
Teen class Ages: 13-17
Students would work on small painting surfaces to keep each project manageable, with optional drawing guides available. They could follow the demonstrated composition or personalize their colors and details. The emphasis would be on learning fundamentals and building confidence.