adult and older teen classes
Some classes are available for older teens. Ages are noted.
See our general policies for our classes HERE
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For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. Rarely, spammers post on our social media that you can buy "their ticket". *DO NOT* do this. >
See our general policies for our classes HERE
<NOTE -
For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. Rarely, spammers post on our social media that you can buy "their ticket". *DO NOT* do this. >
*** MORE CLASSES for adults >>> Saturday Soirée Drop-in classes HERE and creative writing classes HERE! ***
Saturday Soiree Drop-In Workshops (for all ages)
Saturday Soiree Drop-In Workshops (for all ages)
"once & done" or limited series
Weave a Napkin Basket with Judy Burress Saturday, April 6 and April 13 from 1 - 3 pm REGISTER HERE by April 5 $30 Come weave a napkin basket with us to keep for yourself or give as a gift. All materials are included in this class, which will take place on two consecutive Saturdays, April 6, 2024 and April 13, 2024. There will be many colors of reeds available for accents so your basket need not look exactly like the one pictured. No prior basket weaving experience is required. Skill level: appropriate for all skill levels, including beginners Ages: 16 to adult All supplies included |
adults only
Friday Night Art Party with Donna April 19 from 7 - 9pm Project: TBA Register and pay by emailing Donna: donna@monroeartguild.org by 4/18 Class registration closes by 24 hours before class or when the class fills. These classes fill quickly so be sure to register soon! You will learn to use varied art supplies and techniques in a fun, supportive and relaxed environment to create works of art that are uniquely you. This month's project we will use paint, ink, papers, and abstract shapes to create a simple modern work of art. Feel free to bring snacks to share. You'll learn a lot, experiment with different media and have fun too! We will have a fun evening of creating, encouraging, talking, and lots of laughter! You may start out as strangers but by the end of the evening you do not leave feeling that way ... Art has a way of bringing people together. Adults only - fun girls' night out! SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies. (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) |
adults only
paint pARTy with Jennifer Dominy Friday, April 12 from 7 - 9pm Project: TBA REGISTER HERE by 4/11 Join us for an exclusive fun night out paint pARTy with your art instructor, Jennifer Dominy! Hurry, registration for each class closes the day before or when seats are filled—these spots go fast! Bring your favorite snack to share as we embark on a creative journey together. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, you'll enhance your skills while having a blast. Expect an evening filled with painting with acrylics, encouragement, lively conversation, and plenty of laughter. By the end of the night, you'll leave with new friends and beautiful artwork. Let art unite us in this adults-only experience! *Jennifer's class typically convenes on the fourth Friday of every month. However, occasional scheduling conflicts may occur, so please consult the calendar for updates. Adults only - fun girls' night out! SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies. (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) |
Woven Reed/Glass Vase with Judy Burress Saturday, April 20 from 1 - 4pm $25 REGISTER HERE by 4/19 This project starts with a glass vase, then natural reeds are woven on the outside of the vase. Your finished vase will look lovely as a piece of art by itself or with flowers in it. It has a wooden base and the reeds follow the shape of the glass vase. There will be different glass vases available (in the 7" to 8" tall range) plus many colors and types of reeds so yours need not look exactly like the ones pictured. No prior weaving experience is required. Skill level: Appropriate for all skill levels, beginner to advanced Ages: 16+ All supplies provided. |
coming later this spring... |
Painting Portraits From Photos
with Becca Balmes Weekend intensive Date TBA Weekend intensive workshop: Saturday 10am - 4pm, Sunday 1 - 5pm $130 for members, $145 for non-members Have you ever been asked to paint a portrait from a photo or wanted to paint a portrait from photo for a gift? If so and you didn't know where to start, or if you'd like to learn to do commissioned portraits more confidently than you do now, this workshop is for you! Skill level: Experienced beginners to intermediate painters in any medium welcome. Ages: 16+ A supply list will be provided to students to bring to class. Tea/coffee are provided but please bring a bag lunch for Saturday. |
weekly/on-going classes
Easels and palettes are supplied.
Here’s everything else you’ll need: Paint: If you have paint, bring what you have. If you are purchasing paint, NancyJeanette highly recommends GOLDEN or LIQUITEX HEAVY BODY ACRYLICS for the best value and a better painting experience. These are the basic colors to start with (est. $90 total):
Brushes: You’ll need at least two brushes: one large and one small. Recommended sizes 12 and 8 or 6 and 10 of a synthetic bristle or hog bristle with a long handle. Brushes should be a bit “stiff”, not too soft. If you need new brushes, these are good brands: Silver Brush Grand Prix and Princeton Catalyst. Palette Knife: The most useful shape is called Trowel. It has a triangle shape and a bend down from the handle. Canvas or Canvas Boards: You will need one or two per class of any size you prefer. 1 sturdy water bowl (Cool Whip size is good) 1 Roll Paper Towels We don’t take a formal lunch break but you can bring a snack or lunch if you like. |
Weekly Acrylics Class Wednesdays from 11:30am – 2:30pm - on-going class that you can join anytime, as long as the class is not sold out REGISTER HERE at least 24 hours before class Instructor: NancyJeanette Long One class: $40 for members; $45 for non-members By the month - four week bundle -- $120 for members; $135 for non-members -- buy three classes, get one free! for adults and teens 16+ (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Sign up for just one class or save money with a full bundle of 4 classes for the price of 3! Class size is limited to 8 so registration is necessary at least 24 hours in advance of each class. Questions? NancyJeanette's email: nancyjtte@gmail.com This class is just right for you IF:
Each week NancyJeanette will bring something new to inspire you: a new material, an interesting technique, ideas for composition, color mixing, drawing tips, a painting demo, still life setup or even a bit of art history. Bring a painting you’ve started or a photo of something you’d like to paint … or just show up and pick something from NancyJeanette’s folder of “subjects to paint”. SPECIAL DEAL for Beginners: Realizing that paint is not only expensive, but also sometimes hard to find, NancyJeanette will provide paint and brushes for class for an additional supply fee of $12 per class (payable directly to her in cash). If you would like take advantage of this deal, please email her (nancyjtte@gmail.com )after you register so that she will know how much to bring each week. We don’t take a formal lunch break but you can bring a lunch or something to share, if you like. |
Foundations of Watercolor on-going, weekly class -- join anytime! Instructor: Kamden Ecker Fridays 10 - 11:30am REGISTER HERE by the Thursday before your class Fee: $87.50 four week bundle (member); $95 four week bundle (non-member) (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Ages: 16 to adult Skill level: beginners to intermediate Foundations of Watercolor is an ongoing course designed for beginner to intermediate watercolorists, as well as artists interested in refreshing their skills, providing you with the tools to successfully render pleasing watercolor compositions. In Foundations of Watercolor, you will complete a series of studies, based on specific techniques, which will enhance your understanding of the medium, as well as strengthen your abilities. Students currently in this class are at all skill levels, so you may join anytime and learn at your pace. Supplies: All supplies can be found at Hobby Lobby. Watercolor paint should be tubed, not cake form. If you have existing tubed watercolors, brushes, or paper, you are welcome to utilize those materials in class.
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Drawing Class Weekly class with Kamden Ecker:
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) This weekly class is on-going and you can jump in at any time! For adults and teenagers sixteen and up. This class will provide you with the tools needed to draw realistically. Learn to accurately depict value gradations with graphite and learn how to achieve accurate perspective, placement and proportion of your subject matter. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of classical techniques, and delve deep into the historical aspects of classical drawing. Supplies:
About the instructor: Read Kamden's bio in the oils painting class description. |
About the instructor:
I am a classical realist oil painter specializing in florals. All of my paintings are composed with the utilization of a limited palette, as I believe a limited palette allows the artist to achieve more color harmony throughout a work of art. I have a deep admiration for art history, and the technical aspects of painting. Color theory and the chemistry of pigments greatly intrigue me as well. Over the past few years, I have amassed a collection of over one-hundred art history books ranging in topics from famous masters to the documentation of the forgotten Olympic art competitions. When I am not in the studio painting, I enjoy reading books from my collection, playing classical harp and piano music, and crocheting. I am truly looking forward to sharing my love of oil painting with you! |
Beginner to Intermediate Oil Painting Instructed by Kamden Ecker Weekly class -- Saturdays from 1 – 3 pm OR Tuesdays from 5:30 - 7:30pm Classes are on-going; you may join in at any date. Kamden will email youu upon registration to confirm. REGISTER HERE About the class: This class will provide you with all of the skills needed to paint oil. In this class, you will not only learn how to utilize oil, you will also gain an understanding of a variety of classical techniques; how to accurately judge, and compose, value and color; and become acquainted with the lives of past and present masters in all genres of painting. Although this is a group class, each student receives individualized assistance, and is encouraged to develop their own style. This class is based in the classical method, which provides the foundation of art, ensuring students gain the tools in order to paint anything they desire. Fee: $30/class for members; $35/class for non-members Four-week discounted bundle: $105.00 (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Ages For adults and teenagers age sixteen and up. Supply list Please DOWNLOAD the suggested/recommended supply list. Please note that the colors Kamden lists are required. |
Pottery for adults and older teens ... beginners are welcomed in ALL classes, not just the one specifically for beginners PLEASE NOTE: REBECCA IS KEEPING A WAIT LIST AS SOME OF HER CLASSES ARE FULL Wednesday evenings 6 – 7:30 pm Thursday mornings 10 - 11:30 am Friday mornings 10 - 11:30 am Instructor: Rebecca Braswell Wheel throwing and hand-building techniques taught by expert potter, Rebecca. Adults and mature teens 16+ BEGINNER POTTERY SIX WEEK COURSE Tuesday nights from 6:30 - 8 pm. Class size is limit is 5. New class launches every couple of months. Next course TBA - email Rebecca Fees:
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Register by emailing Rebecca |
private lessons
LEFT-HANDED CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Grace McCormick EMAIL GRACE first to schedule your time slot, and she will send you a payment link to register and pay. Sessions are an hour and a half long. Fee: $30/session Four-week discounted bundle: $100 Ages: For adults and teenagers age sixteen and up. Skill level: beginner Private one-on-one lessons for left-handers who want to learn to crochet. Taught by a left-hander for left-handers! No need to be "left out!!" |
Private Painting Lessons Instructed by: Kamden Ecker Slots are available Tuesday - Saturday Email Kamden first to schedule your time slot, and she will send you a payment link to register and pay. Sessions are an hour and a half long, and are offered weekdays Tuesday through Saturday. Fee: $35/session Four-week discounted bundle: $125.00 For adults and teenagers age sixteen and up. If you are interested in gaining an understanding of classical drawing or painting methods, but rather study one-on-one, as opposed to Kamden’s group classes, then private lessons are perfect for you. You will receive the same curriculum offered in the group classes. Or, if you have a painting or drawing you are working on, and would like some assistance, schedule a private lesson! About the instructor: See Kamden's bio under her oil painting class Supplies: Please refer to the supply lists for Kamden’s Beginner to Intermediate Oil Painting class and her Beginner to Intermediate Drawing classes. Disregard supply lists if you need assistance on a private work and already have supplies to bring. |
artistic shelter for grief and loss |
Artistic Shelter with Donna Coffman 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 7 – 8:30pm for eight weeks starting March 9 - THIS SESSION IS FULL< next session: TBA Registration is closed. This workshop is provided by MWCA free-of-charge but you must email Donna to secure your spot as space is limited. Donna is keeping a WAIT LIST if you are interested in a future session. At this time, Artistic Shelter is a bereavement/grief & loss support group offered to those who have lost family members in the last two years. At a later time, we hope to offer different types of support groups. Artistic Shelter is a healing arts program created by Donna Coffman, a teaching artist and bereaved parent to Christopher. This 8-week program provides a creative and supportive environment for those who have suffered loss of a family member. You will explore the calming benefits of simple art journaling techniques that are easy to do at any time when the realities of life and loss seem too overwhelming. This class will not heal your broken heart but will hopefully provide tools for you to use to bring you small moments of helpful distraction. |