In this class, we will explore the medium of pastels to create vibrant and luminous paintings. In addition to learning the techniques of painting in pastel, students will experiment with using expressive color in a variety of subject matter, with a concentration on landscapes. The principles of composition, design, value and color will be integrated in all sessions and the care and framing of pastel paintings will be explained. Beginning and more experienced students are welcome! Limit 10 students.

This class, offered via Zoom, is for those who want to draw and/or improve their drawing skill. Increase your drawing observation, confidence, and control. In this class, a study of various drawing and shading techniques will be explored. The techniques then will be applied to basic shapes and forms, followed by a completed still life drawing utilizing techniques covered during class. A short supply list is available when you register.

Learn techniques to create homemade cards, scrapbook pages, and framed art pieces! In this two-night class, Katie will bring a number of her Stampin Up tools and share how to use these tools using different techniques to help you create your own unique cards. Techniques that you will learn in this class include: embossing, die cutting, watercoloring, layering, and creating custom backgrounds with the use of stamps. Please bring glue and a pair of scissors with you.

Class 1: Embossing and die cutting are great ways to add texture and dimension to your cards. In this class, you will learn how to use an embossing and die-cutting machine to create a stunning card. In this one-night class, Katie is going to show you two fun and messy techniques that you can use to create a unique color pattern like marble or gradient.

Class 2: Now that you have learned about using some key tools and unique techniques for creating beautiful cards, it’s time to put it all together. In this final class, you will get to utilize what you’ve learned to create layers and custom backgrounds for your cards.

You may purchase additional kits from Katie (Prices vary from $12 - $15)

** If class is canceled due to snow, the class will be made up on Saturday of the same week.

No class March 12

This course will cover basic upholstering. Bring a chair seat, small bench, or footstool to recover. (Check for finds at Goodwill or the ReStore!) Pieces must be brought home and back each week. We will remove the old cushion, add new stuffing if necessary, cover the cushion with batting, then add the fabric of your choice. Materials fee is included in registration.

Join us in this fun, in-depth exploration of clay! This class will provide an introduction to throwing on the pottery wheel and becoming acquainted with our studio and materials. In these 7-week sessions you will learn about all the stages of working with clay: throwing, trimming, surfacing, firing, glazing, and beyond! Our small class size and experienced teachers allow for plenty of individual instruction and learning at your own pace, so whatever experience level you are coming in with works for us. You will leave with your own unique body of work and an exciting new skill/hobby!  All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook. 

Wednesday Evening, Session II: 7 classes, 3/5-4/16, 6:00pm-8:00pm, $250

Additional, optional work time will be offered for current students and members on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays 10am-1pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This optional work time is first come, first serve for available wheel use and table space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays.

So much fun to be had! Gabrielle has so many designs to choose from. You get to choose ahead of time your stencil design and your project’s background paint/stain color. When you arrive at class, you get to do all the fun stuff. There will be a lot of paint colors to choose from to make your project your own. The class is instructor-led, so you will have the experience of Gabrielle to guide you along the way. Learn how to avoid those nasty bleeds on your project and learn to stencil with confidence. When you leave, you take home a beautiful project.

Click here to chose your stencil design

Materials Fee payable to the instructor: $15 Cash Only - no checks

Do you want to improve your writing skills for work? Write a poem to your beloved or finish that family memoir? Or maybe you have considered writing a script? If so, come join us for this 6-week writer's workshop where we will explore a variety of writing genres. In this session, we will be taking some time to address the concepts of Time and Place in our stories, poems, and plays. More specifically, how do they impact the scenes that unfold and the images we create, in both our earliest, developing rough drafts and in our more polished, almost-final revisions? 

Join Kathryn Carter and learn how to create stunning seascapes, landscapes, plants, flowers and birds with professional instruction and step-by-step demonstrations. Learn how to select the right materials and handle them properly; color mixing ( to avoid making mud); the use of exciting techniques to capture light and shadow; and much more. Watercolor teaches us to slow down, be present, and enjoy the journey with confidence, gratitude, patience, and joy. Let’s paint!

MATERIALS – 2024-2025

PALETTE Mijello 18-well airtight (Amazon $20). Any covered palette will work. PAINT I recommend small tubes. Pans are hard to work with. Sets contain colors we do not use and they omit ones we do need. Windsor Newton, DaVinci, Daniel Smith are a few of the trusted brands we use. Colors Cadmium Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Pale, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, Cobalt Blue, French Ultramarine, Sap green, Titanium white. Additional but optional: Raw Sienna, Permanent Rose, Cerulean, Payne’s Gray

PAPER Arches Watercolor Paper Pad, 140 lb. Cold Press- 9x12.

BRUSHES Synthetic rounds in sizes #2, #4, #6, #8. 1/2” Flat. #1 Liner (optional). Black Velvet brushes are a blend of natural hair and synthetic, hold a good point and lots of paint or water. I use my #8 all the time along with a few synthetic brushes.

MISCELLANEOUS White and kneaded erasers, masking tape (1/2”), paper towels, HB pencils, notebook, kitchen towel, toothbrush, old credit card. I will supply water containers for class use. SOURCES: Cheap Joe’s, Dick Blick, Daniel Smith, Jerry’s Artarama