Teen Art Classes
Alcohol Inks
Students will explore the world of alcohol ink, using a variety of colors, including metallics, to create abstracts or abstract landscapes and florals.
They will learn the characteristics of alcohol ink, and several techniques to manipulate the ink such as blowing with a straw, making color washes, misters, daubers, how to use medium and alcohol, and finish with rubber stamps.
Dates & Times
#1: December 13, Sunday 1-4 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
#2: January 19, Tuesday 6-9 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
#3: February 28, Sunday 1-4 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Continuing Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
If you have taken Beginning Lampwork Glass and would like an advanced course in the medium, then this is the class for you. Continue to build your torch and shaping skills.
Dates & Times
January 30, Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Ages: Adult - 18+
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Eco Friendly Etching
In this class, you will learn how to etch copper in a simple salt water bath using only batteries! This chemical-free technique is fun and easy and it won't break the bank. You'll also learn how to finish and color your etched pieces to add an extra dimension to your jewelry designs.
Dates & Times
January 15, Friday 10 am-1 pm
Ages: 16 & up
Instructor: Samantha Slater
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Fabulous Acrylic Pours
Students will explore and learn the popular and fascinating, fast and exciting new art form of acrylic pours.
Students will learn how to prep their canvas, selecting colors, paint layering, several techniques of applying paint to the surface, as well as finishing the artwork and prep for hanging.
Dates & Times
#1: December 15, Tuesday 6-9 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
#2: February 6, Saturday 1-4 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
#3: February 23, Tuesday 6-9 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Dana Butler
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Intro to Flameworking in Borosilicate-Simple Ornaments
Explore the basics of lampworking with clear borosilicate glass. Learn how to melt glass rods with a bench-mounted torch and then manipulate the molten gather on the end of the rod with tools to create simple round and flattened shapes, and even twisted icicles, all of which we will turn into small hanging ornaments.
Dates & Times
December 5, Saturday 12 noon-4 pm
Ages: 16 & up
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Intro to Needle Felting
In this class students will discover how fun and easy it is to create with wool fleece. From simple wool beads to intricately detailed small figures, the creative possibilities are endless! Students will leave class with new felted creations plus the tools and knowledge to keep on creating more at home.
Dates & Times
February 21, Sunday 1-4 pm
Ages: 12 & up
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
If you're fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this one day class is for you. You will make many glass beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
Dates & Times
#1: December 12, Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Ages: 16 & up
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
#2: January 23, Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Ages: Adult - 18+
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
#3: February 13, Saturday 10 am-4 pm
Ages: Adult - 18+
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Needle Felting Hearts
Learn the basics of needle felting while creating unique needle felted hearts for Valentine's Day. We will explore options for embellishing our hearts with more wool, beads and sequins. All supplies will be provided and you will take home felting tools, wool roving and inspiration to continue creating on your own.
Dates & Times
January 31, Sunday 1-4 pm
Ages: 12 & up
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Stamped Metal Jewelry
In this class you will learn to stamp metal with words, sayings, song lyrics or numbers. You will learn the basics of metal stamping, discover some tips and tricks to make the process easier as well as fun.
Dates & Times
December 11, Friday 2-5 pm
Ages: 16 & up
Instructor: Samantha Slater
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
ZOOM Online class - Acrylic Painting I
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential, or have worked in acrylic for years, this class has something for everyone!
Dates & Times
Feb 28-Apr 4, Sundays 3:30-5:45 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
ZOOM Online class - Colored Pencil Drawing I
Drawing is extremely easy and fun! We will be drawing a variety of subjects such as landscapes, animals, flowers and still lives in Colored Pencil in this class. We will be covering contrast, highlights/shadow, composition etc. The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to achieve beautiful finished projects!
Dates & Times
#1: Jan 13-Feb 17, Wednesdays 11:30 am-1:45 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
#2: Feb 26-Mar 26, Fridays 11:15 am-1:15 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
ZOOM Online class - Drawing I
Drawing is extremely easy and fun! We will be drawing a variety of subjects such as landscapes, animals, flowers and still lives in this class. We will be covering contrast, highlights/shadow, composition etc. The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to achieve beautiful finished projects!
Dates & Times
#1: Jan 17-Feb 21, Sundays 3:30-5:45 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
#2: Feb 27-Apr 3, Saturdays 11:15 am-1:15 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
ZOOM Online class - Kid's Cartooning
Write! Draw! Ink! This workshop allows young artists to learn the process of cartooning. Students will follow along on a step by step basis to draw some favorite characters as well as create their own characters and write and draw their own stories.
Dates & Times
Mar 8-Mar 29, Mondays 3-5 pm
Ages: 10-18
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
ZOOM Online Class - Painting for Kids
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential, or have worked in acrylic for years, this class has something for everyone!
Dates & Times
Feb 28-Apr 4, Sundays 12:30-2:30 pm
Ages: 10-18
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class
ZOOM Online class - Watercolor
Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolors in this exciting class! We will paint and draw a variety of subjects- landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone!
Dates & Times
Feb 24-Mar 31, Wednesdays 11 am-1:15 pm
Ages: 15 & up
Instructor: Peter Barth
Location: ZOOM class