Collages can be used to express ideas, create works of art, or both! This versatile art form originated in the 1900s and was used by Picasso, Braque, and others as they experimented with different styles. Join Ann in exploring different colors, textures, and ideas to create a unique work of art. Variety is, after all, the spice of life. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Ready to escape the hustle and bustle? This beginner-friendly class is your invitation to step outdoors, slow down, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. With a mix of artistic exploration and scientific observation, you’ll learn to capture the world around you through drawing, writing, and mindful creativity. Enjoy fun drawing tips, thoughtful writing prompts, and the simple joy of noticing the little details in nature. Whether you’re sketching a delicate flower, jotting down the rustle of leaves, or marveling at a bird’s song, you’ll leave this class feeling refreshed, inspired, and equipped with tools to keep observing and creating. No experience needed—just curiosity! All ages and levels are welcome to join this joyful journey into the natural world.

Materials are to be purchased before class.  We’ll supply you with a list upon registration.

This is an in-person, classroom-based course at Mount Desert Island High School.

If you are hiking in the forest or wandering in your garden, this will be a nice basket to make for fiddleheads, mushrooms, or herbs. Size is approximately 4” Width x 8" Height x 10" Length.

Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry. 

All levels of ability are welcome!

Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

Supplies needed:

Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. OR Bring a project that you are working on.

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  You can register online or drop by the office to pay for the class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

Join in and learn some new techniques or improve on your skills. Bring to class: materials list supplied at registration. General Materials for Doris Rice Watercolor classes

5 Monday Sessions

March 3-31, 5:30-7:30pm

Registration Fee: $92

This class will be an introduction to hand-building with clay! In these 7-week sessions, you will learn to make both functional and sculptural pieces, ranging from cups, platters, and vessels to more sculptural work like wall pockets, garden gnomes, and funky planters…the possibilities are endless! We will explore coiling, slab building, molds, and more. We will also focus time on learning different surfacing and glazing techniques to create unique textures and designs. The small class size allows for a fun, relaxed, and collaborative learning environment for people with all experience levels. Instructor: Piper Smith. All classes are held at the Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook.

Session II: 7 classes, Mondays, 3/3-4/14, 6:00pm-8:00pm, $200

Add to the online listing: Additional, optional work time will be offered for open studio members and current students on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays between 10 am and 1 pm and Fridays from 5pm-8pm. This extra, optional work time is first come, first serve for available space. The studio will be closed on federal holidays unless otherwise specified.

 All levels of ability are welcome!

 Ideal for beginning or "rusty" knitters. Casting on, ending a project, and repairing mistakes will be covered, as well as mastery of the basic knit and purl stitches, the foundation of all knitting. 

Supplies needed:

Bring size 7 knitting needles, 1 light color Supersaver Red heart yarn (7 ounces), 1 small pair of scissors, and a tape measure. OR Bring a project that you are working on.

Can't make a full session?  Student drop-ins are welcome!

Drop-In fee is $15 per class.  Can either sign up online or stop by the office to pay for class drop-in.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

This hands-on course teaches you how to draw what you see. Using time-tested still life arrangements and objects, we will explore line, form, value, composition, and technique using pencil and ink/graphite wash drawing. Patrick Corey resides in Windham and has a BFA in drawing and painting. He works professionally as a graphic artist. He enjoys watercolor painting and photography. Participants will need their own supplies. A supply list will be provided. 

4 classes, Mondays, 3/3-3/24, 6:00pm-8:00pm, GMS, $65

Supply List for Observational Still Life Drawing