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.
Intermediate, Advanced, Professional This workshop is a follow up to the introductory course and students should be familiar with how to use a broad edged nib to create curved strokes. We will learn how to properly lay out a hand and examine the differences between Italic, Roman, and Gothic miniscules. A comparison of selected majuscules […]
All levels welcome! Chicken and andouille sausage gumboRed beans and riceLardon butter lettuce salad with Champlain vinaigretteBeignet 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 back long hair. *Substitutions to menu cannot be made the day […]
Intermediate This intermediate level calligraphy course assumes prior knowledge of how to use a dip pen with a pointed nib, though students may also use a brush marker if preferred. Copperplate is a lovely, traditional hand that stems from English Roundhand and was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The contrast between elegant hairlines […]
All levels welcome! This class is a brief introduction to watercolors for beginners. No prior experience needed, just a desire to have fun. We will finish a painting that you can take home. We will even supply all the materials so you can try watercolor techniques before investing in supplies. Ages 17 and up. Details […]
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 Learn how to use pointed pen calligraphy as a mindfulness tool in this new beginner friendly class. Medallions are a beautiful way to practice your skills and let your mind wander while focusing at the same time. We will discuss common elements and how they interact to create a graceful design that's much […]
All levels welcome! Oven roasted chicken with white wine burre blanc Deconstructed Nicoise salad Rosemary rock salt roasted potatoes Kouign Amann (sugar croissants) 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 back long hair. *Please […]
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 […]
WorkshopAll levels welcome! The Industrial jewelry is all about texture, surface embellishments and mixed metals! Using ordinary items and specialized tools, create interesting textures on your metal. Metals are shaped, layered and riveted to create a feast for the senses! Become more comfortable with the torch for annealing and learn different approaches for adding texture. […]
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! Learn an interesting approach to making a colorful and realistic pet portrait! Your canvas will be pre-sketched (email a photo a week in advance to shawndelljoyce@gmail.com) then follow along, step-by-step with instructor on how to use a “paint by numbers” approach, and mix colors based on primaries. Perfect beginners class, or a […]
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 […]