Maine Adult Education Program
with Jeannie Sullivan
Join Jeannie Sullivan for a discussion about the book, Daughters of Witching Hill by Mary Sharra. This book takes place during the witch trials in England and is based on true events. You will find out how the witch trials affected Bess and her grandmother.
with Dana Bateman
Designed for beginners but open to all levels, we will use our pastels in a loose, expressive way to create several quick drawings, with the goal of finding new approaches to a very traditional medium. Using expressive mark-making and bold color choices, we will work from a selection of reference photos from our beautiful state of Maine. An array of mats will be provided, with the goal of everyone leaving with something matted that they would consider worthy of display! With this longer workshop format, participants should feel free to bring in a photo they'd like to sketch from as well, but all materials and reference materials are provided. If you have your own pastels you've been meaning to use, please bring them along.
with Preethi Fernando
Families face many hurdles during the college admissions process. Many of those hurdles are related to money and the question “can I afford it?” Don’t let money block your son or your daughter from attending their dream school. Allow AI to lift the strain of finances during the college admission process. AI such as Chat GPT and Google Gemini can burst open doors for parents, students, high school college admission counselors, during this process. Learn how to find scholarships, grants, community awards, at a fraction of the time. Learn 24+ killer prompts to give AI to get the best results. Get specific financial aid info from the university of your choice. Preethi Fernando is the author of “Free Money: A Guide to Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Grants.” Objectives include: 1. How to give great prompts to AI to get focused answers related to college financial aid; 2. How to write persuasive grant proposals for college using AI; 3. How to search for colleges that you have never heard of, that give awards and grants.
with Claire Loon Baldwin
Illustrate the abstract beauty of Maine’s beautiful fall foliage with dip pens, ink, and watercolor. This all-levels class begins with a nature walk to gather specimens and soak up inspiration. Then, back at the studio, we’ll learn techniques for drawing with pen and ink, and create exciting watercolor textures with salt, soap, ink, and more. Everyone will leave with their own unique study of autumn leaves. Students can either buy themselves the required materials or they can buy material kits from the Mix, an art store in Brunswick.
with Chris Toy
Immerse yourself in an inspiring course along Maine’s coastline. Engage in guided drawing lessons, hands-on culinary workshops, and curated museum visits. Strengthen your artistic skills, deepen observation, and connect with fellow creators in a thoughtful program blending learning, exploration, and the quiet beauty of the sea. Call Chris for lodging: (207) 653-3163. *There is a $70 cancellation fee if you cancel after you register for whatever reason.
with Amy Burtt
*The instructor for this program is no longer able to teach due to family medical issues.