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Below please find a list of our upcoming workshops, scheduled for adults, ages 18+ unless otherwise indicated.

Please be sure to read our registration policy prior to registering for a class.

Mosaic Mirrors with Dave Hanson

Stained glass comes in a dazzling array of colors – arrange them side-by-side in a mosaic and pick the right grout color, and even a simple design will explode into bloom! In this class students will create a mosaic mirror while exploring the power of contrasting colors, and learn how a subtle variation in materials can add depth and amplify light. The class will start with a mirror centered on a 8″ x 11″ piece of plywood and a diamond-shaped mirror – a deceptively simple change that will make the artwork even more unique. In the area around the mirror, students will design an eye-popping mosaic of stained glass, colored mirror, millefiori, and dichroic glass. By the time the class is done, students will have a showstopper!

All supplies will be provided – tools, a board with a mirror attached, adhesives and wide variety of glass beads, colored mirror, iridescent and dichroic glass, for a $20 supply fee. However, mosaics are extremely versatile and inclusive, so students are encouraged to bring items to incorporate like an old earring, brooch, souvenir, toy, or memento. At the end of the class the instructor will give a grouting lesson and send students home with a bag full of grout that will make the project pop.

Saturday, April 6, 2024, 10 am- 2 pm |  $100 + $20 materials fee


  •  April 6, 2024
     10:00 am - 2:00 pm

BF-54-24 Explore Texture! with Bela Fidel

Dive into the realm of tactile artistry in this immersive course. Explore the possibilities of compounds, pastes, collages, art- and non-art – materials. Throughout this course, students will embark on a journey that transcends conventional artistic boundaries. Engage in hands-on exploration, sculpting both smooth and sculptural forms, weaving together a tapestry of sensory experiences without limits. Students will have the opportunity to harness their creativity, through experimentation with diverse mediums, and crafting unique compositions that stimulate not just sight, but touch, and imagination. Let your creations speak volumes through their tactile richness and artistic depth, enroll now and redefine the boundaries of artistic expression!

All Levels Encouraged

Thursday, April 18, 2024|  9:30 am – 12:30 pm | $75, plus $30 materials fee


  •  April 18, 2024
     9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Acrylic Pour with Bela Fidel

In this workshop, students will learn that acrylic is a versatile medium which lends itself to surprising effects. Acrylic Pour and the various techniques used with this medium are conducive to creating exciting, beautiful surprises. There will be a focus on the “dirty pour” technique which allows for tons of fun and happy accidents! Come have fun!

All Levels Encouraged

Friday, April 19, 2024 |  1 pm – 4 pm | $75, plus $30 materials fee


  •  April 19, 2024
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

WATERCOLOR POUR with Suzanne O’Malley

Watercolor Pouring is a captivating and experimental method that invites artists to relinquish some control while producing astonishingly beautiful results.  By leveraging the power of gravity and fluid dynamic, artists can create unique compositions that capture the essence of the medium.  In this 2 day workshop, students will learn how to achieve the rich, saturated color using watercolor.  Demonstrations in this workshop will include laying and masking techniques.  In this workshop, students will learn how to sketch and mask their subject matter before pouring the watercolors.  While the watercolor is wet, students will learn to manipulate the colors and textures by pressing in leaves or other materials to vary the effect.  Various images will be provided but students are welcome to bring their own source material.

Friday, April 19, 1 – 4 pm & Saturday April 20, 10 am – 1 pm | $150


  •  April 19, 2024 - April 20, 2024
     1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

SILK PAINTING: THE SERTI TECHNIQUE with Cheri Reckers

In this workshop, students will have the opportunity to learn the art of silk painting using the serti technique (serti: meaning to “outline or enclose”) and as a result, be able to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, silk gift – perfect for Mother’s Day!

During the workshop, students can create their choice of a silk scarf, wall hanging or a table runner on silk habotai using fluid textile paint and water-based resist. Creative options that day will include experimenting with watercolor techniques or add texture with salt. Students can create their own simple design or use one provided by the instructor. After the workshop, students can expect to take their finished silk painting home with them (that can be washed after heat setting with an iron), the perfect gift for Mother’s Day!

No experience necessary! Just come in and have fun!  All materials are provided!

Note: the paint will stain your clothing, please dress appropriately.

Cheri Reckers earned her BFA with honors from the Columbus College of Art & Design and  has been a professional silk painter for almost 30 years. Her award-winning silk paintings and wearable art have been exhibited nationally and internationally and have appeared in numerous publications. Cheri has been honored with the Master Silk Painter designation from Silk Painters International.

 

Saturday, April 27, 2024  |  10 a.m. – 2 p.m.  |  $100, plus $15 materials fee paid directly to the instructor the first day of class

 


  •  April 27, 2024
     10:00 am - 2:00 pm

ZENTANGLE MANDALAS with Suzanne O’Malley

The meditative art of Zentangle will be explored in this workshop.  This workshop will focus on Zentangle mandalas. Zentangles are miniature pieces of unplanned, abstract, black and white art, created through a very specific method, to form structured patterns on a square paper tile.  Students will see the patterns unfold before their very eyes as they become completely engrossed in this “artistic meditation.”  They will learn, through guided practice, how to develop different “tangles” that can be expanded upon exponentially. Students can expect to escape the world for a while, as they create patterns and designs that they never thought possible!

All materials supplied & all levels welcome.

Saturday, April 27, 2024  |  10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | $75


  •  April 27, 2024
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month’s Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

All Levels
Thursday, May 16, 2024 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$40 per person


  •  May 16, 2024
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month’s Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

All Levels
Thursday, July 25, 2024 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$40 per person


  •  July 25, 2024
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month’s Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

All Levels
Thursday, August 22, 2024 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$40 per person


  •  August 22, 2024
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

WINE & WATERCOLOR with John Erwin

Join us for a fun night of watercolor painting with John Erwin and you’ll be surprised what you can learn in just a few creative hours! You’ll enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of this light-hearted class and you’ll leave with at least one beautiful, completed painting!

This is a continuous class and each month you will be introduced to the techniques of watercolor painting.  You’ll learn the basics as well as some advanced techniques as you continue attending this fun-filled event.  All supplies will be provided. Only a willingness to try something new is required!

Appetizers and beverages will be provided.  Space is limited so reserve your spot now for this month’s Wine & Watercolor class at the Shemer Art Center!

All Levels
Thursday, September 26, 2024 | 6:00-8:00 pm  | 1 session

$40 per person


  •  September 26, 2024
     6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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