Creative Paint Studio – An Expressive Art Class for Adults
Creative Paint Studio is a relaxed, supportive class where students explore acrylic, watercolor, gouache, and mixed media techniques including collage, printmaking, and art journaling. Projects introduce artistic principles while encouraging experimentation, creativity, and personal expression. Ideal for beginners, returning artists, or anyone seeking to develop their unique style. Please note: NO class 10/12
Contemporary Watercolor
Create fresh, expressive watercolor paintings while exploring color, composition, brushwork, and technique. Through demonstrations and guided projects, students will learn watercolor processes from light to dark, experiment with mark-making, and develop observational paintings inspired by landscapes, travel, and everyday moments. Please note: NO class 10/12.
Creative Explorations: Letting Go and Making Art
Spark your creativity through vibrant painting, mixed media, and collage explorations. Inspired by artistic movements such as cubism, pointillism, and fauvism, students will experiment with bold color, composition, and expressive techniques. Open to all levels, this course encourages creative discovery, playful experimentation, and the freedom to embrace your unique artistic voice.
Pop-Art Purse Design Workshop
Transform a recycled purse into a wearable work of art in this vibrant Pop Art-inspired workshop. Participants will explore mixed-media techniques including bold graphics, painting, stenciling, and creative design to create a one-of-a-kind fashion statement that reflects their personal style.
Paint Your Pet Like David Hockney
Inspired by contemporary artist David Hockney, we will explore how he used bold color, simple shapes, flattened space, and expressive design to capture the personality of his beloved dachshunds. Rather than copying his work, students will study key elements of his style and apply these techniques to create a unique, colorful portrait of their own pet.
Fall Florals Workshop: Create a Finished 24″ x 24″ Painting
Not one, but two great instructors! Through demonstrations and hands-on guidance we’ll help you to design and create a vibrant floral painting. Class will cover basic color, mixing, values, and drawing all conducted in a direct and easy playful approach.
Painted Pinecone Flowers Workshop
Create beautiful decorative flowers from natural pinecones in this fun Paint & Sip workshop! Using pinecones and other natural elements, participants will craft a unique seasonal arrangement while enjoying refreshments in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Suitable for all skill levels.
Craft & Sip: Halloween Glitter House
Create a festive Halloween Glitter House in this fun, hands-on workshop. Participants will decorate a wooden house using acrylic paints, glitter, and seasonal embellishments in a charming “Putz”-style. The finished piece becomes a unique keepsake to enjoy for years to come.
Paint & Sip: Lace Painting on Textiles
Enjoy a relaxing Paint & Sip while discovering the unique art of painting on lace. Participants will combine traditional textiles with contemporary painting techniques to create a beautiful mixed-media artwork in a fun, social atmosphere. No experience necessary.
Try Your Hand At Painting & Drawing Workshop: Session B
This workshop is geared towards the "absolute adult beginner" to come learn the basics of painting and drawing in a supportive, judgement-free session. Spend the morning in the GAC studios and learn about basic techniques, materials and approaches to working creatively in two dimensions. Come discover your creative potential.