This class introduces the vocabulary, tools and materials of hand bookbinding. We will learn how to bind a soft and a hard covered version of these beginner, single gathering books. Tools & materials provided. A materials fee of $10 payable to the instructor is due on the first night (fee is per registrant). *This is a Family-Friendly program open only to adults with minors. Children must have at least one adult registered with them.

How To Identify A Public Threat & Stay Safe! More and more violence is directed at houses of worship, schools, businesses, and community centers. How can you be safe? Learn the basics to access the surroundings, make plans to improve your safety and possibly help others stay safe. Firearms are not always the first best choice – Avoid, Escape, Hide, Confront. Two-hour Zoom class.

This class is designed to accommodate those that are new to acrylic pouring and those that would like to fine tune their pouring techniques or learn a new technique. It is not crucial that you have drawing or painting skills, but we will discuss composition and color theory in the first class. Students will learn how to do a Dirty Flip Cup Pour, Ring Pour, Dutch Pour and Pearl Pour in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Developing a painting after it is dry, varnishing and preparing a piece for hanging will also be demonstrated at the end of the class. This class is not one of control, but rather letting go. If you love color and texture you will enjoy this class. Students are responsible for purchasing their own materials for this class and will be given a materials list upon enrollment. *Please note: Materials cost vary depending on market value and personal preferences. CLICK HERE to view the material's list. Class is 6 sessions.

This one day on-water workshop will teach you proper transport of a sea kayak, strokes for most efficient paddling in different conditions, proper boat launch etiquette, safety on the water, where you should and shouldn’t paddle, using a chart while paddling, common rescues and tows. There will be capsizing involved so you are required to wear a wetsuit or drysuit to participate. Limited rentals are available with advance notice. You will bring your own lunch, sea kayak at least 14’ long with two bulkheads, paddle, life jacket, bilge pump, paddle float, and enthusiasm. This program will take place in Brunswick.

Learn how to transfer hand-drawn imagery onto clay using monoprinting techniques with slip and underglaze. Explore layering, line work, and expressive surface design. Bring leather-hard pots if you’d like, or use provided slabs. All materials included; $20 materials fee payable to the instructor. No experience necessary.

This is an opportunity to learn how to draw Plein Air, meaning outdoors. We will be meeting on several Saturday mornings at 9 am at the Centre Street Gallery on 11 Centre Street. There will be some instruction and some suggestions on how to approach our time drawing outside. We will head off with sketchbooks in hand, into the coffee shops if it is bad weather and outside if its good. We will finish our session back at the gallery for review and sharing. Some experience drawing is helpful but not necessary. Bring a sketchbook, pencil, sharpener and eraser and weather appropriate clothing as we may be doing some walking. Meets on 4/18, 4/25 & 5/2.

Discover the beauty of Sri Lanka, Tahiti, and Tonga in the comfort of your home. The story of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka where a King usurps the throne and builds a kingdom on a rock will fascinate you. The Tongan Stonehenge, the Tonga Royal Palace, and the breathtaking beaches of Tahiti will take you to the edge of your seat and give you a virtual visit to these three beautiful islands. WATCH CLASS INTRO VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/2cVtckISdno

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!