Unleash your creativity while transforming complex realistic subjects into captivating abstract paintings. This immersive experience kicks off in the morning as students deconstruct a given subject into a specific number of shapes, laying the foundation for abstract artistry. The afternoon session invites participants to apply their newfound skills to their own reference photographs, focusing on mastering value, composition, and color harmony. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this workshop promises to elevate your artistic expression. In addition to the registration fee, students should bring $30 cash with them to pay for materials. No other materials need to be brought to class with you, aside from reference photographs, that you have taken yourself.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Joan Moreau McKeever
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Painting and printmaking go hand-in-hand, not only as adjacent mediums but in combination. This freeing and instructive course presents printmaking techniques as jumping off points to making mixed media work in spirit of experimentation and personal expression. Learn how to make monotypes, drypoints, and screenprints as a foundation for incorporating your choice of graphite, colored pencil, acrylic, watercolor, oil paint, and/or collage. Content includes technical advice from an artist-instructor ideally skilled in a variety of media as well as critiques to expand your creative boundaries. This class is perfect for painters/draftspeople seeking to expand their processes, printmakers seeking to employ painterly and mixed media techniques, and anyone with love of color and experimentation. Open to all levels – no prior experience required.
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Justine Ditto
Cost: $315
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Website, email, 215-972-7632

Ever wanted to try your hand at the craft of jewelry making? Make a ring? Fabricate a pendant? Set a stone? We can do all that and much more at the Wayne Art Center’s fully equipped jewelry studio. You will be introduced to a different technique weekly that will give you enough skills to produce a finished piece of work. Toolboxes supplied. Students will purchase sterling silver.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Chris Darway
Cost: $295
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Ever wanted to try your hand at the craft of jewelry making? Make a ring? Fabricate a pendant? Set a stone? We can do all that and much more at the Wayne Art Center’s fully equipped jewelry studio. You will be introduced to a different technique weekly that will give you enough skills to produce a finished piece of work. Toolboxes supplied. Students will purchase sterling silver.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Chris Darway
Cost: $295
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Learn how to crochet granny squares and then how to connect them together. Students will learn this process and then connect their squares to make a beautiful scarf, blanket or sweater! This is a fabulous offering for those with some crochet experience, so join us in this low stress, encouraging environment and take the first steps into growing your skill! In addition to the registration fee, students should bring $45 cash to pay for your materials, which will all be provided by the instructor. This workshop is designed for students that have had some experience with crochet.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Berta Karapetyan
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

In this 3-Day workshop, Karen leads her students through the process of creating dynamic loose paintings that breathe life and reality. Using a photo reference, she will demonstrate the various stages of a painting from initial design to the final strokes. Along with foundational principles, Karen emphasizes the use of large brushes, intuitive measuring and the back-and-forth search of positive and negative shapes to achieve spontaneity and visual interest. This workshop is designed for all levels of oil & acrylic painters.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen Wilharm
Cost: $500
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

In this demonstration focused, multi-week class, students will learn the foundations of enameling on metal to create lightweight, wearable jewelry. Utilizing traditional metal fabrication and cold connections, students will learn silver soldering, earwire fitting, filing, sanding, and sawing, and light forming. They will then take their prepared metal and apply multiple layers of vitreous glass enamel, which will add color and even potential imagery to their new wearable pieces. Finally, students will learn about finishing and care to make their pieces sustain everyday wear and comfort.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Emily Pellini
Cost: $295
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Discover the expressive world of pastel with artist Barbara Berry in Still Life and Landscape in Pastel. Known for her emphasis on suggestion rather than precise detail, Barbara guides students on a journey of creative interpretation—inviting both beginners and seasoned artists to explore the rich possibilities of soft pastels. Through dynamic in-class still life setups and personal photographic references, participants will learn to capture atmosphere, emotion, and form with bold color and evocative strokes.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Barbara Berry
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Welcome to the world of mosaics! From the ancient Romans to Gaudi, mosaics have been used to enhance indoor and outdoor spaces. This class will provide the opportunity to explore stone, tile, glass and ceramic mosaics using various methods. Learn about different mosaic surfaces, adhesives, and materials. Make beautiful and useful objects and decor. Tile, stained glass pieces, and broken ceramics will be provided, along with adhesives and grout. Students should bring wheeled glass tile nippers, or they can be purchased at class for $25. Please do not wear open toe shoes. Safety glasses will be provided.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Christine Batchelor
Cost: $295
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Transform old treasures into fresh, fashionable creations! Students will bring in broken or unworn jewelry pieces (or choose strictly from materials provided by the instructor) and learn how to deconstruct and combine them with new materials to craft stunning, one-of-a-kind designs. Joan will demonstrate essential jewelry-making techniques and share expert tips on color coordination and styling. Each participant will leave with unique, reimagined pieces that reflect personal style and creativity. No prior experience is necessary—just bring imagination and a few forgotten favorites. Students should bring $30 in cash for materials. The instructor will also provide a wide selection of additional materials, including finer stones and specialty items, available for purchase at an added cost.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Joan Moreau McKeever
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Join internationally renowned artist, Alan Shuptrine for an immersive watercolor workshop focusing on the beautiful palette of colors found in Sunset Landscapes! Attendees will utilize different watercolor techniques and will work with a broad range of colors and depth, creating multiple compositions. Born the son of recognized painter, Hubert Shuptrine (1936-2006), Alan has continued the legacy of realism that both Andrew Wyeth and his father Hubert established. A resident of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, Shuptrine’s pursuit of the arts includes schooling at The Baylor School (Chattanooga, TN); The University of the South (Sewanee, TN); and The University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN). For more information, visit alanshuptrine.com.
 
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Instructor: Alan Shuptrine
Cost: $225 Museum members/ $275 non-members
Sponsor: Huntsville Museum of Art
Website, email, 256-535-6372

Learn the basics of cookie decorating and how to decorate sugar cookies with Royal Icing. Basic techniques include flooding, piping, transfers and wet on wet, etc. Decorating utensils will be provided for use in class and all materials are included. No prior experience needed! Each attendee will leave with the knowledge and confidence to decorate a set of 6 different designs. You will take home your tasty creations to show and savor with your loved ones. Please register at least 72 hours prior to class as cookies are baked ahead of time. No refunds for this class will be issued within 48 hours of class.?
 
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Instructor: Jessica Nava
Cost: $65 per person - includes all supplies!
Sponsor: The New Studio for the Visual Arts
Website, email, 561-295-5712

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 pendant shapes. Guided step-by-step, participants will design and craft up to five unique resin pendants—perfect to wear, 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 jewelry pieces. Resin casts will take several days to dry. Pieces will be available to pick-up the following Friday 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: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Get ready for a fun and creative pottery experience as you hand-build your very own ceramic serving platter! This workshop will guide you through shaping clay slabs into a beautiful and functional piece for your table. Explore a variety of decorative techniques like stamping, carving, sgraffito, and underglaze painting to personalize your platter with unique textures, patterns, or colorful designs. Whether you go for elegant and modern or playful and rustic, you’ll craft a piece that’s truly one-of-a-kind! Once fired and glazed, your food-safe ceramic platter will be ready to serve up delicious meals and lasting memories. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready for a lively, hands-on workshop full of fun and inspiration!
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Karen Sacks
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Join our newest instructor, Philadelphia native, Denise Palmer, in this exciting 2-hour polymer clay jewelry making course. Denise will show you all the tips and techniques to crafting your own beautiful, lightweight, one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry out of clay material that you will design and craft yourself. Students should bring $20 cash to pay for materials, all of which will be provided for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Denise Palmer
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

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, share a laugh, and leave with artwork that reflects your unique vision. You'll explore Neurographic Art through the elements of art! Together, we’ll use line, shape, color, and space to create meaningful, meditative works that connect creativity with mindfulness! 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

Join us for an exciting and colorful workshop led by the talented local artist Joan Moreau McKeever, where you'll discover the endless possibilities of creating stunning collages using washi tape! This unique form of art, utilizing beautifully patterned or solid-colored rice paper tape, allows you to craft eye-catching landscapes, vibrant flowers, expressive portraits, and imaginative abstracts. With Joan's expert guidance, you'll master the techniques needed to transform this crafting staple into your own works of art, whether they are realistic or abstract. No experience is necessary, making this the perfect opportunity for beginners and seasoned artists alike to unleash their creativity. Don't miss out on this chance to explore a new artistic medium and take your creative skills to dazzling new heights!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Joan Moreau McKeever
Cost: $150
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This class will explore the process of working in the studio from photographs - looking at both historic and contemporary examples, as well as class demonstrations and individual instruction. We will sort through the inherent strengths and weaknesses of using the photograph as the basis for a painting. Jon will also discuss ways to manipulate your photos with the iPhone and how to choose the best photos from which to work.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Jon Redmond
Cost: $240
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Through demos, discussions and class work, I will help you understand how your material choices and aesthetic decisions can greatly affect the direction and outcome of your work.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Jon Redmond
Cost: $240
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

As the leaves are falling from the trees, come make your own keepsake lidded jar in the shape of an Autumn Acorn! Join us for an afternoon of clay together with your child. Learn the basics of working with kiln-fired clay and colorful glazes while you make one project together. If you each would like to create your own project, please register yourself and each child separately. All works created will be fired and ready for pick up approximately two weeks from the date of the workshop.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $55
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

With Trompe L’oeil, meaning “Fool the eye”, the object is to create the illusion of three-dimensional form jumping out from the 2D surface. Students will learn techniques and tricks for heightening the deception using artist-grade Prismacolor pencils!
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Sarah Fantuzzo
Cost: $55
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Discover the elegance of tropical foliage as you paint a striking monstera leaf filled with rich greens, subtly shifting into hints of blue and yellow for depth and dimension. A luminous yellow-green background suggests sunlight filtering through, creating a radiant and airy effect. This workshop will focus on blending and shading techniques to bring your leaf to life. A template will be provided to guide your design. All materials are included—simply bring your creativity and enjoy this vibrant painting experience.
 
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Instructor: Cherie Blickenstaff
Cost: $65 per person - includes all supplies!
Sponsor: The New Studio for the Visual Arts
Website, email, 561-295-5712

Get into the holiday spirit with our festive 3-hour workshop where you’ll paint your very own Christmas-themed wine glass! Whether you’re inspired by twinkling lights, snowflakes, holly, or cheerful ornaments, you’ll learn how to bring seasonal magic to glass with step-by-step guidance. Choose between a stemmed or stemless wine glass, and let your creativity shine as you design a one-of-a-kind holiday keepsake - perfect for sipping your favorite seasonal beverage. All supplies are included - just bring your imagination and holiday cheer! Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
 
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Instructor: Peggy Kirkwood
Cost: $65 per person - includes all supplies!
Sponsor: The New Studio for the Visual Arts
Website, email, 561-295-5712

Create a beautiful, long-lasting fragrant wreath that you can easily refresh for any season or celebration. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to craft a sturdy, aromatic base and transform it throughout the year with simple decorative changes. You’ll also master the art of making elegant bows to complement your design. While this wreath can last for years, it’s best displayed indoors or away from direct sunlight to preserve its beauty and fragrance.
 
Location: Jupiter, Florida
Instructor: Carole DiTerlizzi
Cost: $40 per person
Sponsor: The New Studio for the Visual Arts
Website, email, 561-295-5712

Join local mosaics artist Ryan McGivern for this exciting workshop perfect for students of any level! Students will make their very own Holiday Mosaic piece, choosing from a tree, a set of ornaments, or another holiday themed base and using glass and found objects. Ryan will show students how to design & execute the creation of their own personal piece! The instructor will grout the works and have them ready for pick up the following week on Friday, or they can be shipped (at your expense). All of the materials you need for this workshop are included in the price. Just bring yourself. We recommend wearing pants, long sleeves and close toed shoes to this class for safety reasons.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Ryan McGivern
Cost: $70
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

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

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

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

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

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

If you are dreaming of snow, come make a "frozen" friend to melt your heart and light up your holidays! Join us for an afternoon of clay together with your child to create a happy little snowman lantern to hold a votive candle. Learn the basics of working with kiln-fired clay and colorful glazes while you make one project together. If you each would like to create your own project, please register yourself and each child separately. Ages 6 and up with an adult. All works created will be fired and ready for pick up approximately two weeks from the date of the workshop.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $55
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Learn the traditional methods and materials of hand-papermaking in PAFA’s state-of-the-art Richard C. von Hess Papermaking Studio! In this workshop, students will learn techniques for incorporating colored paper pulps. Students will practice a range of techniques for using colored pulps in ways that combine the fluidity of painting and the layered possibilities of collage for a vibrant, expressive papermaking practice. Instruction will familiarize students with the rules and practices of the studio, introduce new students to the basics of handmade papermaking, and challenge those with papermaking experience to try new techniques or fibers. Students of all disciplines and levels are welcome. Tuition includes a $50 lab fee which covers all supplies. See materials list for clothing/studio considerations.
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Clay Tenhula
Cost: $245
Sponsor: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
Website, email, 215-972-7632

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

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

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

Learn to use India ink and watercolor to create drama and mystery from nocturnal and low-light subjects in this one-day, intensive workshop! Develop a drawing on watercolor paper from your photo references then layer ink and watercolor to develop a deep, rich surface. Add gouache and drawing media for contrast and definition.
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Michael Kowbuz
Cost: $95
Sponsor: Cerulean Arts Gallery and Studio
Website, email, 267-514-8647

Gum drops, sprinkles and frosting--oh my! Join us for a classic holiday workshop: Decorating Gingerbread Houses. Each parent-child team will receive their own cookie cottage, pre-assembled and ready to decorate! Royal icing and lots of extra candies will be provided to create a one-of-a-kind edible, holiday treasure. The fun will include games, history, trivia and award certificates for "most creative," "most patient," "most innovative" and more. Space is limited and all materials are provided. But feel free to bring additional decorations from home to make your Gingerbread House uniquely yours.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Chef Birgit Raders-Eichinger
Cost: $65
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled morning of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend 3 fun hours (9:00am - 12:00pm) in the morning exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled afternoon of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend 3 fun hours (12:30 - 3:30pm) in the afternoon exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled day of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend a full day exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages. A supervised 1/2-hour lunch bunch break is included. Campers must bring their own lunch. Please note: Wayne Art Center is a nut-free facility.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $110
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled morning of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend 3 fun hours (9:00am - 12:00pm) in the morning exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled afternoon of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend 3 fun hours (12:30 - 3:30pm) in the afternoon exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

No school? Join the Wayne Art Center Staff for a fun-filled day of arts & crafts during the Winter Christmas break. Students spend a full day exploring their creativity through a variety of art activities that will inspire all levels and ages. A supervised 1/2-hour lunch bunch break is included. Campers must bring their own lunch. Please note: Wayne Art Center is a nut-free facility.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Cost: $110
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

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

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

Discover how to transform your simple photos into vibrant, expressive paintings with Carole Forêt—an accomplished, widely respected artist with over 35 years of professional experience. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the fundamentals or an intermediate artist ready to deepen your skills, this immersive two-day workshop will elevate your art practice. Bring 2-3 favorite photos (landscape/cityscape, printed or on a charged device. Through live demos, individual guidance, and a thoughtfully paced structure, Carole will teach you how to see like an artist—focusing on composition, value, color, and perspective. You'll also learn her signature process: building dynamic acrylic duo-tonal underpaintings that set the stage for luminous, colorful oil finishes. For more information, visit caroleforet.com.
 
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Instructor: Carole Forêt
Cost: $600 Museum members/ $650 non-members
Sponsor: Huntsville Museum of Art
Website, email, 256-535-6372

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

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

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

Absolutely no drawing experience necessary in David Lobenberg’s California Vibe Watercolor Portraiture™ workshop. He uses a reference photo and tracing technique that’s super simple to execute. The creativity and painting fun begins during the painting process! Through his step-by-step demonstrations and question-and-answer sessions, he leads artists down a path of expressive, energetic and evocative portrait painting. Lobenberg has over forty years of experience conducting both studio and plein air water media workshops across the United State, Canada as well as via zoom and his online California Vibe School of Watercolor™. David received his Master’s-in-Art degree from UCLA and has taught for seventeen years (now retired) as an adjunct art professor at Sacramento City College. For more information, visit lobenbergart.com
 
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Instructor: David Lobenberg
Cost: $575 Museum members/ $625 non-members
Sponsor: Huntsville Museum of Art
Website, email, 256-535-6372

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

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

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

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