adult classes
no pressure, just possibility...
Step into a space where perfection isn’t the goal—expression is. Our adult art classes invite you to let go of the fear of failure, embrace the beauty of mistakes, and rediscover the joy of creating. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning after years away, you’ll find freedom, encouragement, and the quiet magic of turning the unexpected into something truly beautiful.
cycle 7 | winter 2026
november 9, 2026 to december 20, 2026
GNAL IS CLOSED FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY.
CLASSES MARKED ON THE SCHEDULE HAVE BEEN ADJUSTED TO A
5-WEEK CYCLE TO ACCOMMODATE THE CLOSURE.
can’t commit to six weeks? not sure which medium is right for you?
drop into any class for a single night!
*PRICING AND AVAILABILITY VARIES PER CLASS
monday
1PM TO 4PM
ACRYLIC PAINTING: NATURAL ELEMENTS
NICOLE LEE
In this class, we will take on the common, natural elements that are seen most often in landscapes through techniques with acrylic paint. Learn tips and tricks on mastering trees, clouds, flowers, hills, valleys, and many more. Follow the instructor as we all create our own version of a common image. We'll spend 1-2 classes on each painting. All skill levels and abilities welcome. SUPPLIES NEEDED: -5-6 canvases (any size that you choose, 16x20 is a good basic size, but smaller will also work) -A basic set of acrylic paints -A set of brushes (a large and small flat, various rounds and a liner) -Palette paper or wax paper
6PM TO 9PM
AFTER HOURS CLAY
RATNA GANDHI
Ages 16+. Get your hands in the clay and start creating! Learn techniques like pinching, coiling, stamping, and slab work as you make functional and sculptural pieces that show off your unique style. With expert instruction and room to experiment, you’ll explore shaping, texturing, and glazing to bring your ideas to life. Leave class with one-of-a-kind creations that celebrate your creativity. All materials and supplies will be supplied for this class.
THIS CLASS IS FOUR SESSIONS
AND WILL START 11/16.
6:30PM TO 8:30PM
TANGLE TIME
SUE TREMBETH
Looking for a way to unwind from stress, focus your thoughts, or explore your creativity? In this class, you will learn the basics of Zentangle’s creative and relaxing method of art with our first guest instructor, Sue Trembeth! Sue is a certified Zentangle teacher and creates the most beautiful work! By using this method, easy-to-learn repetitive patterns (called tangles), and deliberate pen strokes, you will create an abstract piece of art while entering into a relaxed and focused meditative state. You do NOT need to know how to draw! Zentangle has the potential to deliver artistic satisfaction and an increased sense of personal well-being. SUPPLIES NEEDED: Micron Pens Colored Pencils Small Sketch/Drawing Pad
tuesday
1PM TO 3:30PM
WORLD OF WATERCOLOR
EB BRADIGAN
Dive into the soft, flowing world of watercolor in this beginner-friendly class! Learn essential techniques like washes, blending, and layering while exploring color, texture, and light. Perfect for all skill levels, this relaxed, hands-on class encourages creativity, experimentation, and finding your own unique style—one brushstroke at a time. SUPPLIES NEEDED: Watercolors set - 24 Colors (or equivalent) 9x12 Watercolor Sketchbook 1" Watercolor mop brush 1" Watercolor flat brush 1/2" Watercolor pointed oval brush #4 Watercolor Liner Brush #10 Watercolor Brush Round #2 Watercolor Fan Brush Spray Bottle for Water Roll of Scotch Washi Tape Mechanical Pencil Plastic Eraser 0.5 Sakura Micron Pen Black Ballpoint Pen A completely flat and rigid surface larger than 10”x 13” to tape your paper to ( ex. Wooden board, firm thick cardboard, a flat tray, etc )
6PM TO 9PM
INTERMEDIATE SOFT PASTELS
SAM STRAUSS
Take your pastel skills to the next level! This continuation builds on the foundations of Beginner Soft Pastels while introducing new techniques for layering, blending, color mixing, texture, depth, and atmosphere. Through demonstrations, guided projects, and individual instruction, students will explore more complex compositions and develop their own artistic style. Perfect for returning students or anyone with a little pastel experience who wants to keep experimenting, creating, and building confidence! SUPPLIES LIST Soft Pastel Set (24–48 Colors) Strathmore 400 Series Pastel Pad, 9" × 12" Kneaded Eraser Paper Blending Stumps (Tortillons) Drawing Board & Clips Masking Tape
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
wednesday
6PM TO 9PM
THE ART OF PORTRAITURE
JOANNE FUNKHOUSER
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Study portrait anatomy with the most reliable model around…yourself! In this course you will learn the basics of portraiture combined with emotional self expression and story telling through the self portrait. Students will begin with graphite and charcoal on paper and move towards painting throughout the course. SUPPLIES NEEDED: -Charcoal, both compressed and vine -A chamois cloth -Charcoal or pastel paper -Acrylic paint: -Titanium white -Ultramarine blue -Cad yellow -Cad red -Burnt sienna -Palette paper -Synthetic brushes -Canvas -Blue towels or rags -Palette knife
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
5:30PM TO 8:30PM
DISCOVER CLAY: BASICS AND BEYOND
NIKKI BARR
Get your hands dirty and discover the possibilities of clay! This beginner-to-intermediate class explores essential handbuilding techniques including pinch, coil, slab, and surface decoration. Perfect for first-timers looking to build confidence or returning artists ready to strengthen their skills and experiment with new projects. All materials and supplies will be supplied for this class.
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
thursday
PASTEL EXPRESSIONS
CATHY MCILHENNY
This class specifically uses soft pastels. We discuss composition, color, subject matter and what will make your painting uniquely yours. Please bring your subject ideas to class with you each week. An iPad is terrific or a printed photo of your subject idea. I always bring a set of soft pastels with me each week for newcomers to use until they decide if soft pastels are right for them. I recommend a particular type of paper to use initially: UART or Pastel Premier. I bring sheets of paper with me each class and will sell at cost. The initial use of my pastels are free. Please bring an old towel or 2 for the table and floor. Pastels are a little messy and will break if they are dropped on floor. Please bring an old rag/towel for your hands when you work. Also bring foam core board to be used as a backer board for your paper. There are easels in the classrooms. We have a 10 person maximum for each session. Please email me with any questions: cathmcilhenny@gmail.com and visit my website at catherinemcilhennyart.com.
10AM TO 12:30PM
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
3PM TO 6PM
INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING II
SAM STRAUSS
Continue building your oil painting skills in this relaxed and supportive studio class! Designed for beginner to intermediate artists, Part Two expands on the fundamentals while exploring more advanced approaches to layering, color mixing, glazing, edges, light and shadow, and creating depth. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and individual instruction, students will work toward more developed paintings while learning how to make thoughtful choices about color, composition, and technique. Returning students can build on what they learned in Part One, while painters with some previous oil experience are welcome to jump right in! SUPPLY LIST Titanium White (large tube recommended) Cadmium Yellow Light Hue Yellow Ochre Cadmium Red Light Hue Alizarin Crimson Hue Ultramarine Blue Burnt Sienna Raw Umber Flat Bristle Brushes: #4, #8, #12 Round Brushes: #2, #6 3–4 Canvas Panels (9" × 12" or 11" × 14") Disposable Palette Pad Palette Knife Odorless Mineral Spirits (Artist Grade) Small Brush Cleaning Container Paper Towels Pencil Sketchbook
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
6PM TO 9PM
ALL-MEDIA PAINTING
DOUG TWEDDALE
Explore the freedom of painting in all its forms in this relaxed, studio-style class guided by Doug Tweddale. Bring ANY medium of choice—oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, etc—and work at your own pace on the subject matter that inspires you. Whether you're refining your technique or just looking for a creative space to paint, this class offers individualized guidance, supportive feedback, and a welcoming environment for artists of all levels. Any medium, any subject—just show up and create.
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
friday
sunday
12PM TO 3PM
BASIC DRAWING I
BRITTANY BYRNE
Ages 16+. Perfect for anyone who's never picked up a pencil before, Drawing 101 is an easygoing, beginner-friendly class where you’ll learn how to break subjects down into simple shapes while exploring basic perspective, rendering light and shadow, and drawing techniques. You’ll also get familiar with common drawing materials and how to use them. Build your skills and confidence in a relaxed, no-pressure environment—no experience necessary! SUPPLIES NEEDED: Set of Drawing Pencils 9x12in Charcoal Pad White Plastic Eraser Kneaded Eraser Chamois Cloth Blending Stumps ( Tortillons )
THIS CLASS RUNS
FOR 5 WEEKS!
12PM TO 3PM
MOSAICS OPEN STUDIO
OPEN STUDIO
This is an OPEN STUDIO. Instructors are available to assist and answer questions, but this is not a guided class. SUPPLIES INCLUDED: Glass White Grout Glue Glass Tools Substrate available for purchase.