of art & design
For Art on Paper classes and studio use, participants must be age 14 or older.
Cancellations: For a refund, the Crafts Center staff must be notified of a cancellation at least 7 days before the class or workshop begins; $10 is non-refundable. If the class or workshop is cancelled by the Crafts Center, you will receive a full refund.
Absences: To receive the best experience and get the most out of your class, attendance at all classes is important as there are no provisions for make-up sessions for missed classes.
PAINTING YOUR SUMMER GARDEN IN WATERCOLOR 
Instructor: Laura Azzi
No previous experience necessary. There is charm and lavish color in any summer garden whether in a hanging basket, terra cotta pot, or inside those perfect borders of contained beds. Summer gardens offer an opportunity to paint with the freedom of movement as a slight summer breeze catches the flower and to explore lavish colors of morning pastels and golden sunset hues captured in the petals. We will walk through a flower and its leaves each week. The following are suggested flowers we will address: Geranium – stunning tonal contrasts; Clematis – a winding vine of oriental flavor; Black-eyed Susan – brilliant yellow against stark black; Hydrangea – symmetrical, romantic flower heads; Day Lily – prayerful grace at the start of the day. Students are responsible for providing their own supplies and will receive a supply list upon registration. (If you have no supplies on hand, expect to pay
$35 – $45 for supplies at a local art supply store.) See Laura’s paintings at www.lauraazzi.com.
Tuesday evenings for 5 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning May 22
(This class is now FULL. Call us to be added to the waitlist - don't send any payment)
Class fee
I = $41
II = $74
III = $82
AN EXPLORATION OF CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING (Workshop)
Instructor: Ellen Ko
On Friday evening, students in this hands-on, beginning level workshop will be introduced to the materials and technique specific to Chinese brush painting. After learning the proper use of the brushes, rice paper, and hand ground ink and watercolor, the Saturday session will be spent exploring the ancient traditions and brushstrokes in this most expressive art form. Necessary brushes, inks, paper, watercolor, and Ellen’s illustrated instructional handout are included in the supply fee.
Friday evening, June 8, 6:00 - 9:00 pm & all day
Saturday,
June 9, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
(This class is now FULL. Call us to be added to the waitlist - don't send any payment)
Supply Fee
$22
Class fee
I = $25
II = $44
III = $49
ACRYLIC PAINTING I 
Instructor: Kirk Adam
An excellent class for beginners who have never painted. You’ll learn about composition, value, materialism, space, volume, techniques, and color. Students work from still life to learn skills and then have the opportunity to paint their desired subjects. Students are responsible for providing their own supplies and will receive a supply list upon registration. Expect to pay~ $40 -$100 for supplies (depending on the items & brands you choose to purchase).
Thursday evenings for 6 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning
June 28
(This class is now FULL. Call us to be added to the waitlist - don't send any payment)
Class fee
I = $49
II = $88
III = $98
Instructor: Laura Azzi
Do you already have experience in basic watercolor techniques and want to work on your own projects but would like to have guidance from an instructor along the way? This class provides you with that opportunity. Work on your own paintings while improving your skills under the guidance of the instructor. Guidance will be provided in landscape, architecture, and flower painting (this is not a portrait class). Students provide their own supplies.
Tuesday evenings for 5 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning July 3
Prerequisites: Watercolor I or other beginning watercolor class or workshop
Class fee
I = $41
II = $74
III = $82
PAINTING ROSES IN WATERCOLOR (Workshop)
Instructor: Laura Azzi
No previous experience necessary. There is something mystical about a rose unfolding its graceful petals among the contrast of thorns and spiked leaves. I love sitting in a garden or at a nursery, the air thick with distinctive scent, painting with all my senses. Come learn to paint these wonderful flowers with a simple palette of color and creative textures that will define the structure of the rose. Students are responsible for providing their own supplies and will receive a supply list upon registration. (If you have no supplies on hand, expect to pay $35 – $45 for supplies at a local art supply store.) See Laura’s paintings at www.lauraazzi.com.
Saturday, July 21, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Class fee
I = $17
II = $30
III = $33
CRAFTS CENTER INFORMATION: 919.515.2457