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WEAVING

Instructor: Gail Pietrzyk

One 3-hour class,

$15 per session,

Ages 18+

Tue/Thu | 6-9pm | Year-round

Open studio for beginning and experienced weavers to work on floor looms. Tabletop looms also available. If new to the class, please call (302) 995-7661 before registering due to limited loom availability.

ABSOLUTE BASICS OF DRAWING 

Instructor: Bob Palandrani

Four 2-hour classes,

$88R/$93NR,

Ages 16+

Mon | 6:30-8:30pm | 3/6-3/27

This is a fun beginner’s course that will give you the skills to draw what you see. Working from still life objects, the course will provide a solid foundation in understanding and drawing shapes, perspective, and shading. If you’ve ever wanted to explore drawing, then this is the course for you! Bring any size sketch pad and a pencil to the first class.

FURNITURE PAINTING 101

Instructor: Sue Walton

One 2½-hour class,

$27.50R/$32.50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 3/8

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 4/5

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 5/10

This is the perfect workshop if you're new to painting furniture or want to learn more about Fusion Mineral Paint. We’ll paint an instructor-provided piece of furniture together, then each participant will paint a small wood project. Techniques covered: preparing the surface, painting without brush strokes, two-color distressing, topcoats, finishing touches. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. 

CLAY WITH FRIENDS

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 1½-hour class,

$40R/$45NR,

Ages 18+

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 3/11

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 5/13

Spend the afternoon with friends and loved ones and create your own wheel thrown bowl. Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel while spending quality time together. Everyone will complete a wheel-thrown bowl from start to finish with our skilled instructor there to guide you. After the student has created their piece, the instructor will mark glaze color choice. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up.

NUNO FELTED SILK SCARVES

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 4½-hour class,

$49.50R/$54.50NR

Ages 16+

Sat | 1:30-6pm | 3/11

Layer fine, hand-dyed silk cloth and wisps of soft merino wool to felt fibers together, creating a light, beautifully textured scarf. Process is very hands-on. Ice or Indigo scarf can be embellished with this process. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor. ($15 if using Ice or Indigo Dyed Scarf from previous class.)

ACRYLIC PAINTING STUDIO – LANDSCAPES & STILL LIFE

Instructor: Jen Hintz Eggers

Six 2-hour classes,

$96R/$102NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 6-8pm | 3/14-4/18

Explore acrylic painting techniques and color mixing through still life and landscape. Techniques include underpainting and glazing using mediums/additives. Participants can receive constructive feedback on their projects in this fun and supportive class. All skill levels welcome! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor (waived if participants provide their own materials).

WRAP STONE BRACELET AND MATCHING EARRINGS

Instructor: Sami Campbell-Sarver

One 3-hour class,

$50R/$55NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-9pm | 3/15

Using memory wire, string a multi color stone, bead, crystal and charm wrap bracelet. Kit includes several Lava beads to be used for your Essential Oils or just accents. Kit also includes enough beads and findings to make a matching pair of earrings. Beginner to advanced. Materials included in cost of class.

TEXTURED CERAMIC MUGS WITH EXTRUDED HANDLE

Instructor: Mary Lou Robinson

One 2-hour class,

$45R/$50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 3/15

First, build a functional pottery piece using introductory hand building techniques like slab rolling and pinching. Then, learn to decorate your piece using glaze, stamps and other decorative tools. Items will be picked up at a later date due to the firing process. Materials are included in the cost of class.

TAPESTRY WEAVING

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2½-hour class,

$27.50R/$32.50NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 6-8:30pm | 3/21

Learn the basics of tapestry weaving and complete a piece of wall art to hang in your home. Participants can choose to weave a hot pad/trivet instead. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor.

BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR 

Instructor: Karen Berstler

Four 2-hour classes,

$88R/$93NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 3/22-4/12

Learn watercolor techniques and how to apply them to a painting. Techniques include washes, brush work, glazing and color mixing. Practice each skill and combine them in a final project. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

ADVANCED FURNITURE PAINTING TECHNIQUES

Instructor: Sue Walton

One 2½-hour class,

$27.50R/$32.50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 3/22

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 4/19

Wed | 6-8:30pm | 5/24

Take your furniture painting to the next level! In this class we’ll create sample boards using a variety of techniques including distressing, dry brushing, blending, and glazing to create unlimited original looks. All materials supplied. Participants will receive a Product Guide, an Instruction Guide and a starter kit for creating new looks at home. Furniture Painting 101 is recommended before taking this class. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor.

EMBROIDERED MOTTO

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2½-hour class,

$27.50R/$32.50NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 6-8:30pm | 4/4

Learn different embroidery stitching techniques to personalize fabric with a motto of your choice. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor.

BLACK AND WHITE FILM PHOTOGRAPHY

Instructor: Steve Renzi

Four 2½-hour classes,

$110R/$115NR

Ages 18+

Tue | 6:30-9pm | 4/4-4/25

plus open studio time on Thursdays from 6:30-9pm

Learn and practice documentary, landscape, and portrait film photography. Additional $20 fee covers chemical use only. Students responsible for their own film and paper costs. *Please note students should have a film camera. The instructor asks for students to bring a completed roll of black and white film on the first day of class to develop. Tri-X 400 is the preferred roll of film.

INTERMEDIATE DRAWING

Instructor: Bob Palandrani

Four 2-hour classes,

$88R/$93NR,

Ages 16+

Mon | 6:30-8:30pm | 4/10-5/1

This is a course that will expand your skills to draw what you see. Working from still life objects, this course will teach the various techniques for drawing surface textures, transparencies, shadow and composition. If you’ve ever wanted to explore additional and unique drawing techniques, then this is the course for you! Bring any size sketch pad and a pencil to the first class.

ICE & INDIGO DYEING CLASS

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

Two 1½-hour classes,

$33R/$38NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 1-2:30pm | 4/11 & 4/18

Tue | 6-7:30pm | 4/11 & 4/18

First learn how to ice dye. Create a one-of-a-kind pattern, creating unique works of beauty that you can wear or display around your home. In the second class learn how to indigo dye. The fabric first comes out of the dye bath bright green and turns to deep blue right before your eyes. Dye and choice of 1 item per day to dye is provided. Bring your own additional cotton/linen items to dye (no larger than a t-shirt). Additional $40 material fee due to instructor.

PAINTING WITH FRIENDS – COLOR FIELDS

Instructor: Jen Hintz Eggers

One 1½-hour class,

$20R/$25NR,

Ages 16+

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 4/15

Spend an afternoon painting and chatting with friends. We will explore creating color fields together. All skill levels are welcome! Additional $5 material fee due to the instructor.

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING

Instructor: Bridgette Zack 

Six 2½-hour classes,

$120R/$126NR,

Ages 18+

Mon | 6-8:30pm | 4/17-5/22

Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups and bowls in an exciting and encouraging environment. Step by step instruction. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

ENVELOPE CERAMIC WALL POCKETS

Instructor: Mary Lou Robinson

One 2-hour class,

$45R/$50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 4/19

JEWELRY 101

Instructor: Sami Campbell-Sarver

One 3-hour class,

$55R/$60NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-9pm | 4/19

Learn basic jewelry making techniques for beginning students. Class will include a necklace, bracelet, and earring design and instruction. You will learn how to design a necklace using beading wire, multicolored glass beads and crystals and finish with a clasp. Learn to string a stretch bracelet and the proper way to tie so the knot is secure. Lastly design and construct a matching pair of earrings to complete the set. Materials are included in the cost of class.

ACRYLIC PAINTING STUDIO- ABSTRACT & PATTERNS

Instructor: Jen Hintz Eggers

Six 2-hour classes,

$96R/$102NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 6-8pm | 4/25-5/30

Explore acrylic painting techniques and color mixing through abstraction and geometric patterning. Techniques include masking and creating textures using mediums/additives. Participants can receive constructive feedback on their projects in this fun and supportive class. All skill levels welcome! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor (waived if participants provide

their own materials).

BEYOND BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR 

Instructor: Karen Berstler

Four 2-hour classes,

$88R/$93NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 4/26-5/17

Explore the use of light, shadow, and color to create forms using watercolors. Previous experience required. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

INTRO TO CLAYPRINTING

Instructor: Meredith Wakefield

One 6-hour class,

$66R/$71NR,

Ages 18+

Fri | 10am-4pm | 4/28

Ready to experience something completely different? Learn how Mitch Lyons' unique printmaking process changed the way clay can be used. You will be working from a slab of clay, adding layers of colored clay slips, pastels, textures, and imagery. From this the monoprints will be pulled. Even if you’ve never worked with clay or know nothing about printmaking, you’ll be excited to learn how to pull your very own clay monoprints. All levels welcome. Additional $30 material fee.

BLACK AND WHITE FILM PHOTOGRAPHY

Instructor: Steve Renzi

Four 2½-hour classes,

$110R/$115NR

Ages 18+

Mon | 1-3:30pm | 5/1-5/22

plus open studio time on Wednesdays from 1-3:30pm

FUROSHIKI: DYED WRAPPING CLOTH

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 1½-hour class,

$16.50R/$21.50NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 1-2:30pm | 5/9

Tue | 6-7:30pm | 5/9

Give gifts in beautiful and reusable hand-dyed fabric. Learn about and create your own Furoshiki, traditional Japanese wrapping cloths used to transport clothes, gifts, or other goods. Explore the process of fabric dyeing to decorate your cloth. Each piece will be graced with subtle color changes and stunning contrasts. Lastly, learn wrapping techniques as the finishing touch. Additional $20 material fee.

PAINTING WITH FRIENDS – RADIANT PATTERNS

Instructor: Jen Hintz Eggers

One 1½-hour class,

$20R/$25NR,

Ages 16+

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 5/13

Spend an afternoon painting and chatting with friends. We will explore creating radiant patterns together. All skill levels are welcome! Additional $5 material fee due to the instructor.

SEW YOUR OWN FELT CACTUS MINI GARDEN

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2½-hour class,

$27.50R/$32.50NR,

Ages 16+

Tue | 1-3:30pm | 5/16

Tue | 6-8:30pm | 5/16

Make a garden that will stay green year-round. Learn to make your own patterns and sew wool blend felt succulents and arrange them into a small planter. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor.

CERAMIC TRINKET DISH WITH SILKSCREEN DESIGN

Instructor: Mary Lou Robinson

One 2-hour class,

$45R/$50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 5/17

STEAMPUNK RESIN JEWELRY

Instructor: Sami Campbell-Sarver

One 3-hour class,

$60R/$65NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-9pm | 5/17

Design a steampunk related pendent and matching earrings using pored resin and steampunk bits, gears, keys, etc. Includes more advanced resin techniques as well. Beginner to advanced. Materials included in cost of class.

HAND BUILT CERAMIC MUGS

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 2-hour class,

$45R/$50NR,

Ages 18+

Sat | 1-3pm | 5/20

Explore basic hand-building pottery techniques like slab, coil and pinching. Use these techniques to create your own functional mug. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Materials are included in the cost of class.

ADVANCED WATERCOLOR

Instructor: Karen Berstler

Four 2-hour classes,

$88R/$93NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 5/24-6/14

This class is for students who have experience in watercolor or have taken our Beginner and Beyond Beginner classes. We will take the study of value in composition further, learn basic drawing methods, and focus on painting simple still lifes from life. Participants will provide their own supplies.

NEW: Spring Break Art Camp!

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

Five 1½-hour classes,

$80R/$85NR,

Ages 6-9

Mon-Fri | 9-10:30am | 4/10-4/14

Ages 10-17

Mon-Fri | 11am-12:30pm | 4/10-4/14

Youth ages 6-17 can take a well-deserved break from school at our Spring Break Art Camp. Explore all the types of art you love in this one-week session. Experiment with a variety of techniques and media and spend your break creating fun pieces of art. Additional $15 material fee due to the instructor at first class.

HOMESCHOOLING ART DAYS

Instructor: Lisa Weddell

Five 1½-hour classes,

$82.50R/$87.50NR

Ages 6-14

Tue | 11am-12:30pm | 3/7-4/4

Tue | 11am-12:30pm | 4/18-5/23 – No class 5/16

Join us for our Homeschooling Art Days! This class will be split into two 5-week sessions. In these sessions, we will alternate between learning about the works of famous artists and recreating or reinterpreting those works, exploring the wonders of different cultures through their art, or artistic theories, methods and techniques. Additional $20 material fee due to instructor. 

YOUTH CLAY HAND BUILDING 101

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

Four 1½-hour classes,

$66R/$71NR,

Ages 10-17

Wed | 6-7:30pm | 3/15-4/5

Explore the many ways of creating art and functional pieces with clay. Learn clay hand-building techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting. The instructor guides you through a variety of methods to build, decorate, and glaze your ceramic projects. Additional $15 material fee. Ages 10-17

CLAY EASTER BUNNY DISH

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 1½-hour class,

$35R/$40NR,

Ages 6-12

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 3/18

Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and build your own holiday decoration! No experience needed. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Materials included in the cost of class.

DRAWING AND PAINTING

Instructor: Jen Hintz Eggers

Eight 1½-hour classes,

$96R/$104NR,

Ages 10-17

Sat | 9-10:30am | 4/1-5/20

Ages 6-9

Sat | 10:40am-12:10pm | 4/1-5/20

Experiment with a variety of themes while learning to draw and paint. Create beautiful pieces of art while exploring pastels, pencils, paint and more! Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

FUN WITH CLAY

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

Eight 1½-hour classes,

$96R/$104NR,

Ages 6-9

Sat | 9-10:30am | 4/1-5/20

Learn techniques and create new pieces using coils, slabs, pinching and sculpting techniques. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

CLAY WORKS

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

Eight 1½-hour classes,

$96R/$104NR,

Ages 10-17

Sat | 10:40am-12:10pm | 4/1-5/20

Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and get an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Explore both functional and sculptural pieces. Additional $30 material fee due to instructor.

CERAMIC HAND BUILT HARRY POTTER HAT

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 1½-hour class,

$35R/$40NR,

Ages 6-12

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 4/22

Learn fundamental hand-building techniques and build your own clay decoration! No experience needed. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Materials included in the cost of class.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Instructor: Karen Champion

One 45-min class,

$10R/$13NR,

Ages 10 months – 5 with caregiver

Sat | 10-10:45am | 3/4

Movers & Shakers, is a music and movement class that is fun, lively and educational too! It is an opportunity for children and their caregiver to be introduced to songs, lyrics, rhythms, rhymes and other fun games and activities. We will sing, dance, explore colorful, musical instruments of all kinds, reach for bubbles and scarves soaring through the air and much more!!

MAKE ART WITH YOUR BIG KIDS

Instructor: Lisa Weddell

One 2-hour class,

$30R/$35NR

Ages 6-10 with caregiver

Thursdays from 6-8pm

3/2: Clay Leprechaun Gnome Figurine

3/30: Hanging with my Peeps Wood Board Painting

4/13: Mushroom Scape Wood Slice Painting

4/27: Mom & Me String Art

5/11: Mason Jar Wildflowers Mixed Media Canvas Painting

5/25: Summer Ready Tote Bags or T-Shirts

Caregivers and children come create art and memories together! In this class, we will be creating fun art that will feature seasonal or holiday themes! Additional $10 material fee. The cost of the class and material fee is for the caregiver and child. There must be at least one caregiver per child. Work on your project together (and only register for one person). If you each want to create your own piece, please register individually. 

COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES: ART WITH YOUR LITTLE

Instructor: Lisa Weddell

One 1-hour class,

$25R/$30NR

Ages 12 months-5 with caregiver

Saturdays from 11am-12pm

3/4: Luck of the Irish Handprint Mixed Media Canvas Painting

4/1: Easter Bunny Footprint Canvas Painting

5/6: Mommy & Me Handprint Pot of Flowers Canvas Painting

CONNECTING GENERATIONS: MAKE YOUR OWN BOWL

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 1½-hour class,

$40R/$45NR,

Adults and ages 12+ with a Caregiver

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 4/15

Try something new and experience art with your family and friends. Create your own wheel thrown bowl from start to finish while enjoying time together. Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel from centering to forming in this fun and encouraging environment. Our skilled instructor will be there to help every step of the way. After the student has created their piece, the instructor will mark glaze color choice. Materials are included in the cost of class. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up.

CLAY HAND BUILT FRAMES WITH MOM

Instructor: Bridgette Zack

One 1½-hour class,

$35R/$40NR,

Ages 6+ with caregiver

Sat | 1-2:30pm | 5/6

Spend the afternoon with your mom, grand mom and loved ones and create your own clay frame. Learn fundamental hand-building techniques while spending quality time together. Everyone will complete a frame and decorate it with different patterns, designs, and glaze. Because pieces will need to be fired, participants will be notified when pieces are ready to be picked up. Adults and Ages 6+ with a Caregiver. Work on a frame together (and only register for one person). If you each want to create your own piece, please register individually.

SHARPIE DECORATED TOTE BAGS AT WHITEHALL

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 1½-hour class,

$16.50R/$21.50NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-7:30pm | 3/1

Use Sharpie markers to decorate and personalize a tote bag. Learn different techniques to move the ink that result in colorful and fun designs. Additional $15 material fee due to instructor.

KUMIHIMO WOVEN BRACELETS AT WHITEHALL

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2-hour class,

$22R/$27NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 4/5

Learn the traditional Japanese art form of kumihimo. Use colorful thread to make woven patterns that can be used to make bracelets. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor.

SEW YOUR OWN FELT CACTUS MINI GARDEN AT WHITEHALL

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2-hour class,

$22R/$27NR,

Ages 16+

Wed | 6-8pm | 5/3

Make a garden that will stay green year-round. Learn to make your own patterns and sew wool blend felt succulents and arrange them into a small planter. Additional $10 material fee due to instructor.

Instructor: Sarah Dressler

One 2-hour class,

$5 per child,

Sat | 10am-12pm | 3/4 - Paper Terrariums

Sat | 10am-12pm | 4/1 - Crayon and Watercolor Resist

Sat | 10am-12pm | 5/6 - Fish Wind Socks

Stop by Family Art Days on the 1st Saturday of each month for an art lesson and guided art project at the Whitehall Recreation Center. A new art project will be offered each month and the materials are included! $5 per each child who will be creating an art project. Call (302) 995-7661 to learn about the monthly themes. Ideal for children ages 6+ and their families! All children must be accompanied by an adult.

KALEIDOSCOPE ADAPTIVE ART STUDIO

Instructor: Lisa Bartoli

One 2-hour class,

$5 per class,

Ages 16+

Thu | 12:30-2:30pm | March-May

No class 3/2, 4/6, 5/4

This adaptive class introduces students to both expressive and fine arts. Enjoy weekly themes including painting, music improvisation or creative movement, mixed-media, and sculpture. Adaptive technology will be provided as needed. We ask that all participants pre-register by the Monday before class. Additional $3 material fee per class.

ADAPTIVE PAINT PARTY AT CAROUSEL PARK – FLOWERPOT PAINTING

Instructor: Lisa Bartoli

One 2-hour class

$25R/$30NR

Tue | 4-6pm | 5/23

Enjoy a fun-filled, inclusive setting within beautiful Carousel Park and horse stables, while socializing with new friends and making art. This session, in partnership with Art Therapy Express, will introduce a step-by-step, success-oriented technique, to help reveal the true artist within. Participants will paint and decorate a clay flowerpot and plant beautiful flowers within. Plus - enjoy a short barn tour and meet the horses before beginning your art project. This workshop will take place outside in a covered area. Please discuss any special requirements for adaptive technology in advance. Additional $10 material and snack fee due to instructor. Ages 16+

County Executive Matthew Meyer

Department of Community Services

Division of Community Resources

The Art Studio | 310 Kiamensi Road | Wilmington, DE 19804 | (302) 995-7661