(16-Adult) Join expert basket maker Sharon Shaeffer for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the art of basket weaving from start to finish. Sharon will guide you through each step of the process to creating your own multicolored tote perfect for the upcoming farmers market season. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class offers inspiration, instruction and everything you need to get started. Class breaks for a half hour for lunch. Bring a lunch.

(13-Adult) Smartphones have tremendous power to take great photos if you know what you are doing. In this class, we will explore the wonders and push the limits of cell phone photography. We will cover how to create photos with depth, stop and capture motion, editing and how to take good photos in low light.

(8-Adult) Embrace the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy which helps with cultivating mindfulness, reducing stress and sharpening focus while developing artistic appreciation connecting with Chinese culture and history. This immersive brush calligraphy course is designed for all levels, from complete beginners to those wishing to deepen their practice. $20 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(16-Adult) Colored pencils and acrylic layering is a fantastic technique for building up soft textures, sharp edges, and rich colors. Drawing from colorful photographs or still-life objects of flora and fauna, artist Dawn Flores helps you explore the techniques used to take colored pencils a step beyond their traditional use. Supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.

(13-Adult). Explore different painting techniques designed to enhance your artistic skills. We will focus on acrylic, soft pastels, painting on a photo and more. Supply fee of $10 per session payable to instructor. Focus of this session is acrylics.

(13-Adult). Explore various painting techniques designed to enhance your artistic skills. We will focus on acrylic, soft pastels and painting on a photo. Focus of this session is on soft-pastels. Supply fee of $10 per session payable to instructor.

(12-Adult) Now that you have learned the basics put those skills to use creating cute and simple animals such as cats, sting rays, puppies and piggies. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) This course teaches fundamental drawing skills through various techniques and projects. Students need to bring an 11"x14" sketch pad and two drawing pencils (HB & 6B). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(16-Adult) Learn about owl adaptations as you draw owl feathers, eggs, talons, skulls and taxidermy mounts. Go on a hike to learn about owl habitats, then dissect your own owl pellet to figure out what owls eat and draw some of the bones. Your choice of watercolor, colored pencil or ink pens.

(16-Adult) Beetles and bugs are everywhere from logs, to forests, gardens and even in the water. Learn some natural history, anatomy and tips for drawing the Coleoptera and Hemiptera families. We will draw from the center’s preserved insect collection as well as from photos and field guides. Your choice of watercolors or colored pencil.

(16-Adult) Explore the beauty of butterflies and their dependence on plants for their life cycle. Use specimens or photographs to study and illustrate them. Artist and instructor Caroline Hottenstein shows you how to use the media of your choice - a micron pen, watercolor, graphite or colored pencils to capture and highlight details. Previous drawing experience encouraged. A supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.

(13-Adult) Class introduces you to acrylics in a fun and pressure-free way. Learn to make simple paintings using acrylic paints on canvas as you explore color, texture, composition and design. Supply fee of $40 payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) Learn how to transform a small piece of furniture in this workshop. All you need is a little paint and wax to give an old piece of furniture a lovely new look. Skills include prepping, sanding, and painting. Bring your own small piece of furniture to the class. A supply fee may be payable to the instructor at the first class.

(5-9 yrs.) Artists are introduced to painting, drawing, watercolors, self-portraits and clay creation in this class offered by Athletes Global. Students create various projects throughout the class and present their favorite creation at the end of the program.

(Adults) Immerse yourself in the elegance and simplicity of Ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging, in this three-class series. Guided by Alice Buch, 1st Degree Master of the Ohara School, you'll progressively build your skills, starting with foundational techniques and advancing to more intricate arrangements. Each session will focus on a different aspect of Ikebana, allowing you to deepen your understanding and mastery of this timeless art form. All supplies are included. Participants are encouraged to bring their own flower scissors. No prior experience is necessary. Please register for both the program fee and the $65 supply fee. Class meeting dates are April 18, 25 and May 9.

(Adults) Prerequisite: Introduction to watercolor. Build on skills learned Introduction to Watercolor. Focus is on more advanced techniques and composition concepts. Students use brush strokes and create three dimensional pieces. By the end of the course, students begin to apply techniques that are more tailored to each artist's imagination, tastes and goals.

(12-Adult) This course introduces students to crochet basic such as stitches, types of yarn and pattern reading. Students will make a hat and scarf. All supplies are provided. No previous experience is needed.

(Adults) Create beautiful floral arrangements with live flowers in this hands-on workshop. Floral arrangements are a simple and effective way to add drama to table decorations and create bright, festive and fresh room décor. Supply fee of $20 payable at class.

(Adults) Students learn fundamental concepts needed to start painting with oil or acrylics. Topics include understanding supplies dos and don’ts, essential color palette, value scale, light and shadows, light sources, composition, color theory, and most commonly used oil or acrylic techniques. Supply list to be provided in the first class.

(Adults) Students learn fundamental concepts needed to start painting with watercolor. Topics cover include understanding supplies dos and don’ts, essential color palette, composition, watercolor techniques, color theory, value scale, wet on wet, wet on dry, color layering and blending. By the end of the course, students gain great confidence as artists and a deeper appreciation of the technique. Supply list to be provided in the first class.

(13-Adult) Master knitting basics. Students learn knitting techniques and terminology and how to choose materials.

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Knitting I.

(Adults) Join local naturalist and artist Margaret Wohler on the trails to learn about and draw the plants and animals that live in Huntley Meadows Park. Class focuses on basic drawing skills, color theory, perspective, shading, gesture, contour and realistic rendering. Emphasis is on experience over product.

(16-Adult) Design and paint a set of three concrete stepping stones, using stencils or your own freehand designs, to add a decorative touch to your garden. After painting, set your stones outside to dry in the sun. Once dry, they will be sealed at the end of class with a weatherproof coating to ensure they last through the seasons. No experience necessary. Please register for both the $44 program fee and the $20 supply fee.

(5-Adult) Paper quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Use the colorful paper strips to create fun 3D cartoon characters. Adult must attend with children under age seven. Supply fee of $25 payable to instructor at first class.

(8-Adult) Paper quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Discover how to turn colorful paper strips into beautiful butterflies and flowers, then frame them in a 5"x7" shadow box. Supply fee of $30 payable to instructor at first class.

(8-Adult) Discover how to turn simple looking colorful paper strips into beautiful work of art. In this workshop you will create colorful flowers, leaves, paper woven basket and then you will glue them on the basket. These magnets are perfect to decorate your freezer, locker or for gift giving. A $25 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the class.

(8-Adult) Paper quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Create beautiful flowers and leaves, then mount them and frame them in a 5"x7" shadow box. Supply fee of $30 payable to instructor at first class.

(8-Adult) Paper quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Create beautiful hearts with flag patterns, then mount and frame them in a 5"x7" shadow box. Supply fee of $30 payable to instructor at first class.

(8-Adult) Discover how to turn simple looking paper strips into beautiful works of art. Use colorful coiled strips to create beautiful and colorful earrings and pendants which are sturdy yet light. Supply fee of $25 payable to instructor at class.

(8-Adult) Paper quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Create beautiful tulip flowers and leaves, then frame them in a 5"x7" shadow box. Supply fee of $30 payable to instructor at first class.

(12-Adult) In this class offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students learn basic sewing skills including using the ruler, proper measuring and how to read a pattern. Course also covers sewing machine use and maintenance. Skills are put to use creating a variety of projects. No previous experience necessary. Sewing machines and a sewing primer are provided. Supply fee of $35 is payable to instructor at first class and includes kits for creating pillow and tote bags (or other projects if student has made these already).

(12-Adult) Prerequisite: Sewing 101 or equivalent. In this class offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students build on skills learned in Sewing 101 to create more advanced projects including neck pillows and backpacks. Sewing machines and a sewing primer are provided. Supply fee of $35 is payable to instructor at first class and includes project kits.

(9-Adult) No sewing machine needed. In this My Last Gift Sewing Institute programs students learn how to alter garments by hand. Techniques include hemming cotton or knit pants by hand, taking in a shirt and changing buttons. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.

(9-Adult) Prerequisite: Machine Fundamentals workshop. In this program by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, you learn techniques for altering garments such as hemming by hand or machine, taking in/letting out waistlines, shortening sleeves and changing buttons. Skills covered include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.

(9-Adult) Prerequisite: Machine Fundamentals workshop. In this program offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, you will learn techniques for altering tailored garments such as hemming by hand or machine, taking in/letting out waistlines, shortening sleeves and changing buttons. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.

(9-Adult) Prerequisite: Machine Fundamentals workshop. In this program, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, learn techniques for creating decor for your room or home such as pillow shams, curtains, pillow cases and pillows. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.

(9-Adult) In this workshop, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students will learn about sewing machines including threading, bobbin-winding and placement, parts of the machine, how to make a buttonhole and basic stitches. This class is not a prerequisite for all sewing classes, but is a great course for those interested in learning how to sew. Bring your machine to class or use one of ours. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.

(9-Adult) Revive garments to fit and look better, as well as save you time and money. Learn to shorten/lengthen hems, take in/let out waistlines, shorten sleeves and changing buttons. Techniques include machine and hand sewing. Learn basic sewing skills including using the ruler, proper measuring and how to read a pattern. Garments covered include jeans/tailored pants, suit coats/coats, dresses and shirts. Bring your own garment to class. Supply fee of $35 payable to instructor.

(16-Adult) For the beginner or advanced student, artist and instructor Dawn Flores will share watercolor techniques through exercises that help you understand color, composition and improve brush control. Learn about the history and types of paper used in botanical art. Basic drawing skills are helpful for drawing the plant specimen from which to paint an elegant botanical portrait. A supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.

(16-Adult) Learn to use ink pens with your watercolor paintings. Artist Marni Maree will introduce you to a variety of pens and inking techniques. Draw with ink and then add watercolors. Try adding ink lines to finished paintings and watch your work transform. You will be surprised at how you can make an ok painting great by adding ink. A supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.