(6-12 yrs) This multi-media Abrakadoodle art program helps kids stretch their creative muscles in action-oriented classes filled with color, texture, shape and fun. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs.) Children will learn to paint as they imagine a fantastic world inspired by nature. Learn about shapes, how to create 3D buildings and how to explore maps, and how to mix colors. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(Adults) Prerequisite: Intermediate Watercolor instructor approval. Course offers a focused study on combining the various techniques learned previous level classes, applying more advanced composition, and constructively evaluating and improving a painting.

(6-12 yrs.) Class focuses on capturing the beauty of animals, from pets to wildlife, using a variety of mediums including acrylic, soft pastels and watercolor. Students learn the basics of composition, balance and texture, and study how artists have depicted animals throughout history. A supply fee of $20 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

(6-12 yrs) This mixed-media class offers a variety of fun projects including drawing and painting. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(16-Adult) Expert basket maker Sharon Shaeffer will guide you through each step of the process to creating your own apple basket perfect for pick apples or decorating your home. 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.

(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.

(6-8 yrs.) Young artists sculpt and create works of art using air dry clay. The entire creative process of sculpting with clay from idea to set-up, clean up and clay storage will be covered.

(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.

(6-12 yrs.) Young artists will create colorful paintings, imaginative drawings, and unique sculptures using watercolors, modeling compounds and paints. Practice “masking” while painting an abstract forest. Students will take an imaginary tour to New England and paint lighthouse scenes. Supply fee of $32 payable to instructor at first class.

(Adults) Students learn the rules and theories of composition in art through pictures and exercises, then will apply these them to their own artwork. Topics include the rule of thirds, the golden ratio and elements of composition. Class is for all skill levels.

(Adults) Connect with your creativity through Cosmic Smash Booking, a guided art journaling experience, and to transform an ordinary composition notebook into a Cosmic Smashbook art journal. Each week students explore a new journal prompt and create an easy art project using a variety of techniques including painting, collage and mixed media. Journals will be provided. No artistic talent needed!

(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.

(8-12 yrs.) Students receive individual attention based on skill level. Class covers basic stitches and pattern reading. Bring one crochet hook in size G (6), H (8), I (9) or J (10) and a skein of light colored four-ply worsted weight yarn. Any supply fee payable to instructor at class.

(Adults) Students receive individual attention based on skill level. Class covers basic stitches and pattern reading. Bring one crochet hook in size G (6), H (8), I (9) or J (10) and a skein of light colored four-ply worsted weight yarn. Any supply fee payable to instructor at class.

(13-Adult) There's more to photography than just using the automatic setting. Topics include your camera's controls, resolution, flash, composition, stop motion and close ups. Course includes weekly assignments with reviews. Software and printing are also covered. Any supply fee is 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.

(6-12 yrs) 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.

(13-Adult) This course provides a basic introduction painting fundamentals. Students learn basic painting skills and techniques to create simple works of art. Practical exercises include simple sketching, use of color theory and application and basic composition.

(13-Adult) Students learn bath salt crafting basics. Each hands-on session builds skills, introduces new techniques and focuses on sensory experience and self-care. Through scent, color, and mindful creation participants explore how small rituals can support emotional balance and well-being. Additional supply fee payable at first class.

(13-Adult) Students learn candle making basics. Each hands-on session builds skills, introduces new techniques and focuses on sensory experience and self-care. Through scent, color, and mindful creation participants explore how small rituals can support emotional balance and well-being. Supply fee payable 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) Class focuses on drawing fundamentals, such as lines, angles, and shading from light to dark shades as well as developing an eye for forms, shapes and details. Students learn to present the speed of action using by lines, colors and motions. Color values, saturations and temperature, warm light and cool shadow will also be covered.

(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.

(16-Adult) Learn the basic skills and shapes to felt wool into animals, and practice as you make a bunny to take home. Spend two evenings at Colvin Run Mill creating a charming, felted toy rabbit. These animals make wonderful decorations and gifts.

(16-Adult) Explore the art of contemporary floral arranging using natural branches and seasonal flowers cultivated at Green Spring Gardens. Horticulturist, Parker Jennings guides you in creating a striking winter arrangement that emphasizes balance, line, and form. Discover how to transform simple materials into an elegant, sculptural centerpiece that reflects the quiet beauty of the season. Please register for the workshop and the $30 supply fee.

(13-Adult) Capture the beauty of flowers using a variety of mediums including acrylic, soft pastels and watercolor. Composition, balance, texture and color blending are covered. A supply fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

(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) Students should have some experience paint with acrylics. Class builds on skills previously learned and introduces more advanced concepts. Supply fee of $40 payable to instructor at first class.