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"Painting Landscapes in Alcohol Inks"
December 4, 2025
 

Discover the magic of alcohol inks in this vibrant art class, where creativity knows no bounds! This unique medium offers an exhilarating experience as vivid colors flow and blend right in your hands, perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists. Under Julie's expert guidance, you'll master the art of creating stunning landscape paintings on surfaces like Yupo paper and tiles, achieving breathtaking effects. Alcohol inks are versatile, allowing you to explore your creativity. They are transparent, acid-free, fade-resistant, and fast-drying, making them ideal for crafting dazzling, colorful pieces. Sign up today to unleash your inner artist! Students should bring $20 cash to pay instructor, who will provide all the materials you need (except cardboard to transport completed pieces).
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Blowing Flowers in Alcohol Inks"
December 4, 2025
 

Unleash your creativity with our exhilarating alcohol inks class, where the vibrant colors and mesmerizing flow of inks will captivate your imagination! This unique art form is like no other, offering an exciting and hands-on experience that anyone can enjoy, regardless of experience. Our talented instructor, Julie, will guide you through creating stunning, one-of-a-kind flower paintings with these intensely colorful inks. You'll experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper and tiles, exploring the incredible effects and dazzling finishes that only this medium can offer. You'll learn the technique of blowing flowers with inks to produce breathtaking art that is both bright and powerful. Students should bring $20 cash to pay instructor, who will provide all the materials you need.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Sip & Pour: Acrylic Madness (Paint Pouring)"
December 5, 2025
 

Come & have an amazing "Girls Night Out" or "Date Night" with us at Art League Academy! We will be experimenting with numerous Acrylic Pouring techniques. Some traditional, some unique, but all super fun. Julie will show you how to make beautiful florals and other really amazing effects! So, join us and relax and unwind with a glass (or two) of wine and let Julie lead you in creating your own pouring masterpiece! All participants must be age 21+, zero exceptions will be made to this rule. All supplies are included in the cost of this workshop. Limited complementary wine will be provided but you are welcome to BYOB.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Mixed Media: A Day at the Beach"
December 5, 2025
 

On a small canvas, we'll create an amazing beach scene choosing your choice of colors! We will be using torn papers, napkins, stencils, glue, paint, glitter and a variety of other fun materials. By layering paint, papers, and stenciling, you'll create an amazing dimensional piece of art! Come let your creativity loose and have fun making this 3-Dimensional piece of art! No experience necessary! Students should bring $20 cash to pay instructor for materials, which will all be provided for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Watercolor Fusion: Pouring & Pencils, a Multifaceted Art Journey"
December 6-8, 2025
 

Experience the exciting techniques of pouring watercolors. We’ll be using professional watercolor paper for 2 paintings. Julie will demonstrate 2 different scenes. You may do the same scenes or choose any subject & colors you wish. We’ll use masking fluid and other white saving techniques at the various stages of each pour to build up values in a layering process. Experiment with watercolor pencils for enhancement at various stages. Watercolor pouring creates glowing luminous and fluid effects unmatched by other techniques. Have fun, pouring & splashing paint & be amazed by the results! Julie will provide most materials for a $30 cash supply fee. Students are still responsible for bringing a few items.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $180
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Acrylic Pouring, Landscapes & More: Choose Your Color"
December 9, 2025
 

We will be experimenting with many techniques including ones to achieve incredible landscapes and oceanscapes. Acrylic pouring is a vibrant art technique where liquid acrylic paints, thinned with a special medium, are poured onto a canvas, creating mesmerizing, fluid patterns and abstract designs that resemble swirling marble, with colors blending and merging in unexpected ways, resulting in a visually captivating, glossy finish that's both spontaneous and visually striking, often described as "liquid art" due to the unpredictable movement of the paint as it flows across the surface. All materials— 5 or 6 surfaces of varying sizes will be provided for a $20 cash fee. This class requires zero experience. Bring your bag lunch or purchase nearby.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Acrylic & Palette Knife: Beautiful Wildflowers"
December 10, 2025
 

Come & have an amazing time creating a beautiful field of wild flowers. You'll see just how easy it is to blend colors using a palette knife. We'll be using some really rich and creamy paints to have a lot of textures, interesting effects, (some almost like acrylic pouring), and 3-D effects. You’ll learn how to layer your paint and achieve a 3-dimensional look using a palette knife. We'll be using a variety of palette knife techniques on canvas to create lovely flowers, no experience necessary! Students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor who will provide all materials needed.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: Holiday Celebration Cards"
December 10, 2025
 

Escape the midweek hustle and treat yourself to a relaxing, inspiring evening at "Wine-down-Wednesday," our monthly Wine Down series. Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this session offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Join us for a special Holiday Card-Making Art Class where we’ll explore mixed media collage techniques to design one-of-a-kind holiday cards. Learn how to make beautiful, meaningful creations that are perfect for sharing with loved ones this holiday season! No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the magic happen! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Intro to Resin: Mixed Media Holiday Ornaments"
December 13, 2025
 

Discover the art of resin casting in this hands-on introductory workshop. Learn the fundamentals of resin pouring while exploring colorants, mixed media, and a variety of ornament shapes. Guided step-by-step, participants will design and craft up to five unique mixed media holiday ornaments—perfect to decorate, share, or gift. This creative experience blends artistry and technique, offering a fun and inspiring way to transform simple materials into stunning, one-of-a-kind holiday keepsakes. Resin casts will take several days to dry. Pieces will be available to pick-up the following Tuesday or can be shipped (at your expense). All materials are included with the price of this class!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Ryan McGivern
Cost: $70
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Create A Painting of Your Choice"
December 13, 2025
 

Embark on an artistic journey with "Create a Painting of Your Choice," a 1-day acrylic painting class designed to inspire and elevate artists at every level! Led by the nationally and internationally acclaimed artist and instructor, Addison Palmer, this class invites you to bring your own reference photos and watch as your chosen subject comes to life on canvas. Addison will expertly guide you through essential techniques, from mastering composition to the intricacies of color mixing and shadow, ensuring you leave with not only a stunning piece of art but also invaluable skills. Seize this exciting opportunity to learn from a master artist and transform your artistic vision into reality. This class is designed for all levels of students.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Addison Palmer
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Life Model Drawing"
December 14, 2025
 

Life Drawing, also known as Figure Drawing, is the practice of drawing in order to study the human figure. If you look at historic artwork, you'll find many nude drawings and paintings. These are considered life drawings. Many artists perceive figure drawing as an endless effort with limitless possibility for improvement, learning, and diversity. The range of detail in a life drawing can vary immensely. They can range from highly detailed and anatomically proportional drawings to loose and expressive sketches to gesture drawings, which show the simple form, action and pose. Some popular mediums used during life drawings are charcoal, graphite, pen, ink and pastels. For the longer poses, some may use painting mediums like acrylics or oil.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Cost: $20 for Members / $40 for Non-members
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Oyster Shells in Oils"
December 16, 2025
 

Discover the vibrant world of oil painting in a dynamic one-day workshop led by Art League’s newest instructor, Haldora. This engaging session is perfect for beginners, covering essential topics from selecting the right tools to mastering color mixing, composition, and basic painting techniques. Haldora’s approachable teaching style ensures a supportive and inspiring environment for all participants. By the end of the workshop, each student will have completed a small oil painting to take home. Along with their finished artwork, students will gain practical skills and foundational techniques to continue exploring oil painting independently. Join us for this creative journey and unlock your artistic potential with expert guidance and hands-on experience!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Haldora
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Life Model Drawing"
December 21, 2025
 

Life Drawing, also known as Figure Drawing, is the practice of drawing in order to study the human figure. If you look at historic artwork, you'll find many nude drawings and paintings. These are considered life drawings. Many artists perceive figure drawing as an endless effort with limitless possibility for improvement, learning, and diversity. The range of detail in a life drawing can vary immensely. They can range from highly detailed and anatomically proportional drawings to loose and expressive sketches to gesture drawings, which show the simple form, action and pose. Some popular mediums used during life drawings are charcoal, graphite, pen, ink and pastels. For the longer poses, some may use painting mediums like acrylics or oil.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Cost: $20 for Members / $40 for Non-members
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: New Years Vision Boards"
January 7, 2026
 

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Step into the New Year with creativity and intention! In this Vision Board Art Class, we’ll design meaningful boards filled with mixed media, imagery and text that inspire health, love, happiness, and success for the year ahead. Come envision your dreams, set your goals, and create a beautiful reminder of all that’s possible in 2026! No experience needed, just bring your imagination and let the magic happen! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Beginner Watercolor Painting"
January 10, 2026
 

In this class Chris will have 2 paintings prepared (floral & island landscape) to demonstrate the basics and more advanced techniques of painting with watercolors. Learn this intricate medium with this step-by-step approach. Chris will guide you through the techniques and help you develop skills needed to produce beautiful paintings. He will not only tell you how, but also show you! With just a few simple tools – water, pigments, brushes, and paper. In this beginner’s guide, we will explore the world of watercolor and delve into its many techniques! For more information about Chris, visit his website at www.dreyerdesign.com. Students taking this course should bring $20 cash to pay for materials, all of which will be provided for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Chris Dreyer
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
January 10 & 11, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Start to Finish: All Levels Pine Needle Basket Making"
Mondays, January 12 & 19, 2026
 

Join us for this exciting two-part workshop! During Session I, students will learn the basics of coiling a pine needle basket, including how to start a basket around a cabochon center, how to weave so your stitches line up on both sides of the basket, and how to change thread. Students will have the opportunity to take their beginning basket home and continue working on it to make a larger basket or just return with the started basket the following week to finish it. During Session II, students will continue the basket started in Part I and learn how to shape the sides of the basket, how to do a wrap stitch, and how to finish the basket.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Impressionist Oils: Expressive Brush Strokes & Shapes"
January 14 & 15, 2026
 

Discover the freedom and beauty of impressionistic oil painting in this inspiring, hands-on workshop! Designed for artists eager to loosen up and paint with confidence, this class will help you capture light, color, and shadows with expressive brushwork and bold shapes. Each morning begins with a full demonstration—starting with blocking in large, simple shapes and building layers of luminous color. You’ll explore how to create soft, painterly effects while strengthening your composition, defining values, establishing a focal point, and mastering color relationships. Learn to interpret your own photographs as references, understanding how value, color temperature, and intensity work together to bring your paintings to life. Afternoons are dedicated to your own painting time, with personalized feedback and guidance from Carol.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Carol Iglesias
Cost: $330
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Beginner Drawing"
Tuesdays, January 20 - February 10, 2026
 

Unleash your creativity and explore the artist within! This engaging course invites you to rediscover the simple pleasure of drawing—whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or returning to a beloved hobby. Together, we’ll explore a variety of subjects, from the beauty of nature to everyday objects, while experimenting with different materials and techniques. You’ll gain confidence, develop your personal style, and enjoy the relaxing, rewarding process of putting pencil to paper. Sharpen your pencils, open your imagination, and join us for an inspiring artistic adventure!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Joanna Chalson
Cost: $200
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Open Painting in The Medium of Your Choice"
Mondays, January 12, 19, 26, 2026
 

Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects or bring along unfinished pieces to refine. Enjoy as much one-on-one guidance from Dennis as you like, plus technique tips and helpful critiques to elevate your work. Whether your style leans toward realism, impressionism, or bold modern expression, this open painting session is your space to explore, create, and grow.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Dennis Lake
Cost: $150 or $50 per week
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
January 24 & 25, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Very Beginner Watercolors"
Mondays, January 26 - March 2, 2026
 

If you’ve always wanted to paint with watercolors but were afraid to try, this very beginning class will introduce you to the joys of creating beautiful, glowing watercolor paintings. Using the elements and principles of design and composition, you’ll learn the following techniques: color mixing, wet-on-wet wash, wet-on-dry techniques, glazing, color charging, tricks with salt, oozles, scaping and much more. This class is designed for those with no watercolor experience, or those who have tried watercolor painting but need a refresher. There will be a printed handout with each class. Subjects include Landscapes and Still Life.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Nancy Carney
Cost: $300
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Painting the Poetic Landscape in Oils or Pastels"
January 27-29, 2026
 

Once you learn landscape painting basics, it’s time to learn how to add the poetry. Barbara’s goal is to equip you with skills that will move you beyond merely replicating landscape subjects, to conveying a distinct, poetic visual message that strikes an emotional chord with the viewer. Skills covered include composition, editing, value structure, color temperature, chroma, and edge control. Barbara will also address how to make every stroke count, considering the mark-making particulars of how you apply pigment to surface. Each day begins with a demonstration followed by students working on a painting exercise for the remainder of the day, while receiving plenty of individual help at the easel. Her demos will include both oil and pastel equally.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Barbara Jaenicke
Cost: $550
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Open Painting in The Medium of Your Choice"
Mondays, February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026
 

Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects or bring along unfinished pieces to refine. Enjoy as much one-on-one guidance from Dennis as you like, plus technique tips and helpful critiques to elevate your work. Whether your style leans toward realism, impressionism, or bold modern expression, this open painting session is your space to explore, create, and grow.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Dennis Lake
Cost: $200 or $50 per week
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Painting with Palette Knife & Vibrant Color"
February 3-4, 2026
 

We invite you to register for this exciting 2-Day Palette Knife Workshop for oil & acrylic painters of all levels of experience. This workshop is designed to enhance your painting skills by focusing on palette knife techniques, enabling you to create impressionistic art with complementary colors. You'll learn to integrate these techniques with composition and color theory to elevate your paintings. Through daily demonstrations on various subjects and surfaces, you'll discover the joy of clean color and vibrant energy in your work. Whether you paint in a studio or en plein air, these skills will add excitement and versatility to your art. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your artistic toolbox and transform your source materials into dynamic compositions.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Trish Weeks
Cost: $330
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Beginner Watercolor Painting"
February 7, 2026
 

In this class Chris will have 2 paintings prepared (floral & island landscape) to demonstrate the basics and more advanced techniques of painting with watercolors. Learn this intricate medium with this step-by-step approach. Chris will guide you through the techniques and help you develop skills needed to produce beautiful paintings. He will not only tell you how, but also show you! With just a few simple tools – water, pigments, brushes, and paper. In this beginner’s guide, we will explore the world of watercolor and delve into its many techniques! For more information about Chris, visit his website at www.dreyerdesign.com. Students taking this course should bring $20 cash to pay for materials, all of which will be provided for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Chris Dreyer
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Watercolor for Intermediate to Advanced Level Artists"
Fridays, February 20, 27 & March 6 & 13, 2026
 

Chris will demonstrate multiple paintings (seascape, floral, & island theme) from beginning to completion. Areas of demonstrations and techniques will include, design, drawing, color, value, washes, glazing, wet in wet, masking, dry brush, lifting out and more. Chris will guide you through the techniques and help you develop skills needed to produce beautiful watercolor paintings. He will not only tell you how, but also show you! For more information about Chris, visit his website at www.dreyerdesign.com.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Chris Dreyer
Cost: $200
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
February 7 & 8, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Start to Finish: All Levels Pine Needle Basket Making"
Mondays, February 9 & 16, 2026
 

Join us for this exciting two-part workshop! During Session I, students will learn the basics of coiling a pine needle basket, including how to start a basket around a cabochon center, how to weave so your stitches line up on both sides of the basket, and how to change thread. Students will have the opportunity to take their beginning basket home and continue working on it to make a larger basket or just return with the started basket the following week to finish it. During Session II, students will continue the basket started in Part I and learn how to shape the sides of the basket, how to do a wrap stitch, and how to finish the basket.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: Mixed Media heART Works"
February 11, 2026
 

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. This session is all about Mixed Media heART Making, a joyful class where we’ll take inspiration from the bold and playful works of artist Jim Dine. Together, we’ll experiment with layers, textures, and vibrant colors to create expressive heart-themed artworks that are uniquely our own. No experience needed, just come ready to create from the heART! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Impressionist Pastel: Mark Making & Color"
February 17 & 18, 2026
 

Immerse yourself in the luminous world of soft pastels and discover how to paint with brilliant color, texture, and energy! In this exciting workshop, Carol Iglesias will guide you step-by-step through the impressionist approach—helping you loosen up, see color in new ways, and bring your paintings to life. Each morning begins with a dynamic demonstration as Carol reveals her process for blocking in bold, simple shapes and layering vibrant hues to create depth and light. You’ll explore how to capture reflections that shimmer, build strong compositions, define values, and use expressive mark making to convey emotion and movement. Learn how to interpret your own reference photos with confidence, mastering the relationships between value, color temperature, and intensity.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Carol Iglesias
Cost: $330
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
February 21 & 22, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Painting with Passion in Oils or Acrylics"
February 24-26, 2026
 

Join award winning artist and popular instructor, Eric Jacobsen, for this painting workshop where you will learn to loosen up your style and paint expressive landscapes. This oil and acrylics workshop is for students of all levels, beginner through advanced. We will focus on the fundamentals of good painting as it relates to landscape painting. We will cover the following topics: Composition, Value, Design, Choosing a Motif, Identifying and mixing accurate Warm and Cool Colors, Establishing a Focal Point as well as Tips and Do’s and Don’ts for the Landscape Painter. The workshop will be complete with informal lectures, instructor demos, group critiques and plenty of individual instruction. Please come and join Eric for an informative and enjoyable workshop experience.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Eric Jacobsen
Cost: $400
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Open Painting in The Medium of Your Choice"
Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2026
 

Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects or bring along unfinished pieces to refine. Enjoy as much one-on-one guidance from Dennis as you like, plus technique tips and helpful critiques to elevate your work. Whether your style leans toward realism, impressionism, or bold modern expression, this open painting session is your space to explore, create, and grow.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Dennis Lake
Cost: $250 or $50 per week
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
March 7 & 8, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: Mini Art Masterpieces"
March 11, 2026
 

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Come join us for a Mini Art-Making Class where we’ll create a playful series of small works! You’ll take some pieces home to enjoy, and we’ll leave a few to share in our Community Art Gallery Box for everyone to experience. It’s a fun way to make, connect, and give back through creativity! No experience needed! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Making a Connection to the Landscape in Pastel"
March 20-22, 2026
 

Step beyond simply seeing a landscape—learn to truly know it. In this inspiring pastel workshop with acclaimed artist Lyn Asselta, you’ll uncover how to connect deeply with the world around you and translate that connection into paintings that sing with emotion, atmosphere, and authenticity. Every landscape has a story to tell. When you learn to listen—to notice what draws you in and stirs your imagination—you’ll move beyond copying what’s in front of you and begin creating art that captures the essence of a place. This workshop is designed for artists who already have experience working with sanded papers and creating underpaintings. Join us for this unforgettable experience and transform the way you see, feel, and paint the landscape.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Lyn Asselta
Cost: $550
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Stained Glass"
March 21 & 22, 2026
 

Discover the vibrant world of stained glass with instructor Paul Murphy in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class invites you to explore the timeless art of stained glass while creating your own dazzling sun catchers. Learn essential techniques for planning, cutting, and assembling your designs, and leave with beautiful, handcrafted pieces that shine with color and creativity. The images shown highlight the kinds of stunning projects you’ll bring to life in class—don’t miss your chance to craft something truly luminous! In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $30 cash to pay the instructor for materials. We recommend wearing long-sleeves and long-pants for this workshop.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Paul Murphy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Decisive & Intentional Painting, for Oils or Acrylics"
March 25-27, 2026
 

This workshop will focus on painting “alla prima” (all at once) as well as developing greater skills of observation, simplification and painting “wet on wet” to create strong “painterly” paintings. The first morning of the workshop begins with a discussion of painting basics (from materials to paint handling) and will also address the fundamentals of color, value, edges, perspective and other “practical” elements that make a successful painting. Each day participants will work on a series of timed painting exercises incorporating the techniques discussed while developing their skills of observation, simplification, bold brushwork and painting in a “decisive” and “intentional” manner. Each morning of the workshop will include a short painting demo by Dan with an explanation of his process.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Dan Graziano
Cost: $550
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Start to Finish: All Levels Pine Needle Basket Making"
Wednesdays, April 1 & 8, 2026
 

Join us for this exciting two-part workshop! During Session I, students will learn the basics of coiling a pine needle basket, including how to start a basket around a cabochon center, how to weave so your stitches line up on both sides of the basket, and how to change thread. Students will have the opportunity to take their beginning basket home and continue working on it to make a larger basket or just return with the started basket the following week to finish it. During Session II, students will continue the basket started in Part I and learn how to shape the sides of the basket, how to do a wrap stitch, and how to finish the basket.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen McCarthy
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: Layers of Life"
April 22, 2026
 

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Join us for Layers of Life, a creative class inspired by Debi West’s current exhibit at the Art League Gallery. Together we’ll explore how the elements of art, merged with drawing, painting, and text, can unfold into powerful visual stories. Come create your own layered artwork and let your story of life emerge on the canvas! No experience needed! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Paint Beautiful Flowers with Confidence and Excitement, an Oil Painting Workshop"
April 24-26, 2026
 

This workshop focuses on how to paint beautiful, luminous flowers with confidence and excitement! Diane Reeves is an award-winning artist and seasoned instructor whose engaging teaching style, clear explanations, and valuable demonstrations make learning new concepts and skills straightforward and enjoyable. Her goal is for every participant to leave with valuable new insights and confidence in painting their own beautiful florals! Each morning, we’ll focus on specific concepts and skills paired with a demonstration using garden flowers such as roses and hydrangeas. Each afternoon will include plenty of one-on-one assistance as participants apply that day’s lessons while painting floral setups.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Diane Reeves
Cost: $450
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Plein Air Painting in Watercolor"
May 2-3, 2026
 

Join renowned artist Catherine Hillis for an exhilarating 2-day plein air watercolor workshop tailored for beginner-intermediate and advanced students. Enhance your outdoor painting skills amidst nature's beauty with expert guidance. Discover the art of painting "en plein air," where you'll capture landscapes directly from your surroundings. Catherine will help you select the perfect equipment to match your style and choose ideal locations for painting. In this class, you'll gain practical insights on setting up your workspace and Hillis will show you how to follow structured steps in order to create vibrant watercolors. We will explore diverse subjects, like landscapes, gardens, and marshes while mastering composition and perspective. Enjoy daily onsite demonstrations that provide practical guidance and inspiration.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Catherine Hillis
Cost: $380
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Wine Down Wednesday: Gelli Printing Fun"
May 6, 2026
 

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Discover the playful world of Gelli Printing! Join us for a hands-on class where you’ll explore fun printing techniques to layer colors, textures, and patterns. No experience needed! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Go Bold! Painting Dynamic Landscapes in Pastel, Oil or Acrylic"
May 16 & 17, 2026
 

Do you often wonder how to make your paintings stand out? This workshop will explore ways to make more compelling and powerful visual statements, focusing on the landscape for inspiration and subject matter. The workshop will consist of demos, painting exercises, group discussions, positive critiques and lots of hands-on individual attention. Oil and Acrylic painters are welcome to attend; however, demos will be done in pastel and then Mayfield will work individually with you in your medium. Make your paintings more expressive and visually interesting from start to finish, from choosing subject matter, editing reference photos, simplifying and improving design and composition, using dynamic value contrasts, pushing color schemes, and using color temperature to create mood and emotion.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Susan Mayfield
Cost: $330
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Glowing Citrus: An Oil Workshop"
July 16-18, 2026
 

This 3-Day In-Studio workshop is designed for beginner students, intermediate students and advanced students. The instructor has limited the size to ensure that this type of workshop style will be the most beneficial for every student.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Adam Clague
Cost: $550
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


"Painting the Pastel Landscape: Tools, Tips & Techniques"
October 23-25, 2026
 

Join us for the "Painting the Pastel Landscape: Tools, Tips & Techniques" workshop with the renowned artist Eve Miller. This exceptional event offers a unique opportunity to delve into Eve's innovative approach to capturing the beauty of landscapes with pastels. Participants will gain valuable insights into establishing correct values, while the workshop emphasizes mastering color temperature, composition, and mark-making. Each day features engaging demonstrations, and you'll receive personalized, one-on-one instruction to refine your skills. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a passionate beginner, this workshop promises to enhance your artistic journey and elevate your pastel landscapes to new heights. Don't miss the chance to learn from a true master—secure your spot today!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Eve Miller
Cost: $500
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738


 

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