At the Dunedin Fine Art Center, we want everyone to be able to explore their artistic side! We understand that life gets busy and committing to an extended class session may not be realistic for everyone. This is why we are proud to offer weekly workshops! Through our workshops, both beginner and advanced students have the opportunity to explore new artistic mediums and techniques without committing to an extended class session.
All levels welcome! Fun, Easy and Inspiring! Yes, Marbling with acrylics on carrageenan will inspire you with instant gratification and success! Peggy teaches Traditional Marbling techniques for you to create DECORATIVE GLASS BAUBLES ORNAMENTS. You will create 10 One-of-a-Kind Glass Beauties! A $35 materials fee is paid directly to the teaching artist the day of […]
Beginner Intermediate You asked for more and here it is! This class is still oriented toward beginners and will continue with what we learned in the introductory session, at a nice slow, instructor-led pace, only with MORE flowers. Anyone who knows how to use watercolors will be able to easily follow along. Basic materials will […]
All levels welcome! Sicilian pizza with ricotta pesto hot honey Lemon arugula salad Roasted chicken puttanesc sauce Rame di Napoli Sicilian (chocolate covered cookies with orange zest). Adult students (21 and over) are welcome to bring a bottle of wine or beverage of choice to enjoy with their meal. Please wear comfortable shoes and tie […]
All levels welcome! Break Creative Blocks and Find Your Artistic Groove. Tired of staring at a blank canvas or a half-written page? This workshop rekindles your artistic spark, whether you're a seasoned pro or a curious beginner. We'll ditch the “inner critic" and dive into playful exercises that crack open your creative blocks. Forget rigid […]
All levels welcome! (*But some basic computer knowledge required.) Feeling overwhelmed by managing your artwork? This hands-on workshop introduces you to Artwork Archive, a powerful cloud-based software tool designed to streamline your collection! Learn to photograph your work, determine fair pricing strategies, and curate stunning online exhibitions. Discover how to generate presentation-ready cut sheets, labels, […]
All levels welcome! Fun, Easy and Inspiring! Yes, Marbling with acrylics on carrageenan will inspire you with instant gratification and success! Peggy teaches Traditional Marbling techniques for you to create DECORATIVE GLASS BAUBLES ORNAMENTS. You will create 10 One-of-a-Kind Glass Beauties! A $35 materials fee is paid directly to the teaching artist the day of […]
All levels welcome! This course is designed to introduce you to the world of gelli plate printing. Using botanicals picked from the garden, found objects, photos or images from magazines, we will use basic monoprint-making techniques to build layered dynamic images. Color, texture, line and composition are all explored through this simple and versatile process. […]
All levels welcome! This one-day workshop will explore all the wonderful creative techniques that watercolor offers. Demonstrations, individual attention, and classroom discussions that will help you create loose, impressionistic and expressive watercolors. We will learn how to plan for success by using the elements of design, color theory, and making painting plans. Enjoy the liquidity […]
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 Tuition: $75 Material Fee: $15 Lab Fee: $15 Time: 6pm - 8pm Details Date & Time: Instructor
Beginner, Intermediate This beginning watercolor class will focus on learning brush strokes common to several leaves and flowers. We will explore various methods of color blending and ways to achieve texture. Loose florals are perfect for both anyone new to watercolor and those with some experience. All materials provided but you are welcome to bring […]
All levels welcome! Discover, create and explore the exciting techniques of silk painting. Students will learn resist application, color blending, color mixing, paint and salt techniques. You will create 1-2 Long Silk Scarves. A wealth of design ideas, reference books and handouts provided. No experience necessary. Fun, easy and creative artform that inspires and achieve […]