All levels welcome! James McNeill Whistler (1834 - 1903) was more than the painter of a famous mother. In Victorian London, he scandalized critics, championed "art for art's sake," and crafted some of the most radical and exquisite paintings of the nineteenth century. Dee's lecture offers an engaging overview of his art, his tumultuous career, and […]
All levels welcome! Enjoy this simple Good Friday meal with sauteed seasonal white fish (a handpicked light fish), lemon garlic oil broccolini, and parsnip puree. Berries and cream with roasted pistachio crumble Adult students (21 and over) are welcome to bring a bottle of wine or beverage of choice to enjoy with their meal. Please […]
Mondays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! This course will cover several techniques for decorating pottery. we will cover Cuerda Seca, Mishima, Majolia, stenciling, painting with underglazes, wax resist, sgraffito, how to use oxides for antiquing, and more. Students will make clay tiles as well as functional pieces to practice the techniques. Ages 17 and up. […]
Mondays, 6 Week Class Intermediate In this Intermediate Metalsmithing class, students will be introduced to technique-based projects designed to increase confidence with the torch and expand and hone their jewelry fabrication skill set, with a focus on torch control and more advanced stone setting techniques like unusual bezel and tube settings. Basic metal fabrication skills are […]
Mondays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced Enjoy all the wonderful creative techniques that are unique to watercolor: how to control wet-into wet washes and use those creative techniques to express your subject. We will learn how to plan for success by using the elements of design, color theory and painting plans. Emphasis will be on how […]
Mondays, 6 Week ClassBeginner, Intermediate This is an introductory class to the pottery wheel. Instructor provides step-by-step instruction and demonstrations to help you create functional clay objects. This class will cover the basics of wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing of functional forms. We will create mugs, bowls, plates, and more. Ages 17 and up. Details […]
Mondays, 4 Week Class (Meets on April 6, 20, May 4, 18)Mondays are geared to those new to the intuitive process Has your artwork lost its spark? Are you caught in the struggle of trying too hard, feeling frustrated, and surrounded by unfinished paintings? Let’s change that. This class is designed to bring back the […]
All levels welcome! This course is designed to help students of all levels develop strategies to strengthen the gesture, proportion, perspective, and color in their portrait paintings by the time-honored […]
All levels welcome! A relaxed, beginner-friendly course. An inviting introduction to printmaking for anyone curious about exploring new materials and creative processes. No prior printmaking experience is required. We’ll work at a comfortable pace with guided demonstrations and plenty of time for experimentation in a supportive studio environment.Participants will explore a variety of traditional and […]
Mondays, 6 Week ClassAdvanced, Professional This is a guided independent studies class for the intermediate to advanced metalsmith student. A different skill-set is focused on each semester, but you may bring in your jewelry projects or start something new! Bring in your jewelry projects or start something new! We'll troubleshoot both design and technique challenges […]
Mondays, 6 Week Course All levels welcome! Young artists will start out working with the basic shapes, then on to blind contour drawings, gesture drawings, still life and landscape drawings. Come explore how to capture the world with a variety of 2D materials! For new and continuing students, ages 8 -12. Details Date & Time: […]
Mondays, 6 Week Class All levels welcome! For the young Naturalist! This six-week course will work specifically with Florida native plants and animals. We will get to know our plants and how they are beneficial, as well as learn how to sketch en plein air. Botany and plant parts will be introduced. Students willget to choose the design and content of their […]