Arts & Crafts – Page 13

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Oil Painting: Expressive Brushwork

with Ed Higgins

Feb

Next session: February 24th to March 24th, 2027

$95 More Info

Oils are a very forgiving medium, great for learning because it’s easy to revise, repaint, wipe out and start over. Keeping an oil painting mobile and active throughout the process means that at any moment or any stage, your painting can surprise you and move you forward in a new direction. Sometimes one brushstroke allows you to see new possibilities. Ed has helped many artists power through their fear of starting, and gain confidence as oil painters. If you’ve never painted in oils before, don’t be afraid, contact Ed directly with any questions ed_higgins@icloud.com. *This class will focus on Expressive Brushwork.

Vintage Paper Journal

with Susan Stacey

Sep

Next session: September 22nd, 2026

$45 More Info

In this class, you'll learn how to use a variety of paper items, from patterned paper to old book pages, to make a one-of-a-kind vintage themed journal perfect for writing, art journaling, memory keeping, or gifting. We’ll cover basic binding, layout, and creative embellishing techniques. All materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own scraps, photos, or keepsakes to make it truly unique!

Animal Studies: Cats & Dogs

with Ed Higgins

Jan

Next session: January 15th to February 12th, 2027

$95 More Info

This winter we’ll be taking a deep dive into studying domestic pets, particularly cats and dogs. To really learn about any subject, you have to draw it. We’ll begin every class with speed sketching warm up drills, followed by working from reference images and videos that will focus us on constructive anatomy and capturing the moods, aspects, and expressions of our subjects. You may work in any media you prefer. There is no set materials list, but a hardbound sketchbook or mixed media journal is recommended for your studies. Contact Ed Higgins directly with any questions ed_higgins@icloud.com.

Weaving an Amulet

with Cathi Belcher

Oct

Next session: October 5th, 2026

$65 More Info

The amulet is a whimsical and creative woven pouch that can be worn like a necklace to hold our personal magic, innermost thoughts and small objects that hold particular meaning for us, allowing us to call in a particular intention in our lives. Amulet weaving may well be one of the most fun and creative weavings done on the 7-stick journey loom. Materials Fee: $25, includes the use of a Loom and tool kit during class time, warp threads, weft yarn, beads and other embellishments, as well as all written materials and handouts. This is a 1-night class. Tea and snacks provided.

Animal Studies: Birds

with Ed Higgins

Feb

Next session: February 26th to March 26th, 2027

$95 More Info

Back by popular demand! This winter we’ll be taking a deep dive into studying animals, particularly studying our feathered friends, birds. To really learn about any subject, you have to draw it. We’ll begin every class with speed sketching warm up drills, followed by working from reference images and videos that will focus us on constructive anatomy and capturing the moods, aspects, and expressions of our subjects. You may work in any media you prefer. There is no set materials list, but a hardbound sketchbook or mixed media journal is recommended for your studies. Contact Ed Higgins directly with any questions ed_higgins@icloud.com.

Words Have Power

with Cathi Belcher

Oct

Next session: October 26th, 2026

$65 More Info

Words have power … the power to hurt, help or heal, depending on how we use them. What are some words that have power for you? In this 3-hour workshop, we will explore the process of creating a word collage using paper and glue of your power-word to create a unique piece of word art that will AMAZE you! It can be framed, made into cards, sewn as a patch on clothing, etc. What you need to bring: A word that has meaning for you. No prior experience is necessary. Tea and Snacks provided. *A materials fee of $20 covers the paper, glue, fabric and all other supplies and tools. 1 night class.