(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.

(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.

(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.

(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.

(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.

(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.

(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.

(16-Adult) Students will use design elements such as lines, shapes, values and spatial relation, to create landscape paintings. Students construct and deconstruct landscapes from realism to abstract. Bring watercolor paper and water-based medium watercolors or acrylics. Additional supply list provided before start of class.

(13-Adult) In this mixed media class students create works using basic techniques in acrylic, ink, watercolor and pastels. Supply fee of $40 payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) Artists have been fascinated with the magical glow of sunsets and moonlight for centuries. Learn their techniques using various mediums including acrylic, soft pastels, and watercolor. Class covers the basics of composition, balance, texture and color blending. A supply fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at the 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) Celebrate the beauty of the season in this beginner-friendly program. Students learn fundamental quilling techniques while creating a stunning mandala design inspired by autumn colors. Unwind, explore your creativity and craft a unique piece of art perfect for your home or gifting. A $30 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the class.

(8-Adult) Create beautiful greeting cards using paper quilling techniques. Quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. $25 supply fee payable to instructor at class.

(8-Adult) Discover the joy of creating delicate, festive ornaments by hand. This beginner-friendly class will guide you through essential quilling techniques while making a beautiful ornament perfect for decorating or gifting. It’s a fun way to express your creativity and craft something truly unique. No prior experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm for paper art! A $25 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the 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.

(12-Adult) Prerequisite: Sewing 102 or equivalent. In this class, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students build on skills learned in Sewing 102 to make a variety of more advanced hand and machine sewing projects. 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) 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) 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.