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Fill your sketchbook with beautiful works of art . Art journaling is a great stress reliever and a way to practice and refine your drawing skills . Each week we will follow practical examples that will strengthen our drawing and painting skills , as well as tap into our creative sides . We will work on basic to more advanced drawing skills , color theory , watercolor technique , and explore our creativity as artists as we work and share our visions . Includes supply kit . Register by January 17 .
w Jan 27-Feb 24 | 6:30-7:30 pm 5 Sessions | Fee : $ 69 | Online F | AL077-1C19-W1 | Merry 1
Bob Ross Oil Painting
Have you ever wanted to try oil painting , but didn ’ t know where to begin ? Start here ! Jay Rupp , a certified Bob Ross instructor , will guide you step-by-step as you paint a beautiful portrait . All supplies will be provided . Wear paint-appropriate clothing and bring a bag lunch . Wooden picture frames are available for purchase after class ( optional ).
Have you ever wanted to try oil painting but don ’ t know where to start ? Learn the basics from what brushes to use , terminology , paints and liquids needed . This is a hands-on class and you will be creating as you learn .
w Feb 7 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 45 | Sandburg Edu Ctr T | AL077-1C34-W1 | Merry
NEW | Paint Like the Greats
Create an acrylic painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in the style of a famous artist . Learn a bit of history about them and their style of painting as you follow stepby-step instructions to create your own masterpiece .
Learn to create a beautiful image in oil pastels with confidence even if you have never used them before . Following stepby-step instructions , you ’ ll learn how easy and fun creating a landscape in oil pastels can be following step-by-step instructions . All supplies are included .
w Mar 28 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 39 | Sandburg Edu Ctr T | AL077-1C35-W1 | Merry
NEW | Paint Night with Your Bearded Artist
Join instructor Jeremy Ross from Your Bearded Artist as he guides you stepby-step through an afternoon where you will create a painting on a 16 x 20 inch canvas with acrylic paint . No experience necessary ! Participants are welcome to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to paint and sip through the class . All supplies included .
Clear Night w Feb 4 | 12-2 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 45 | Northdale MS Sa | AL077-1C31-W1 | Ross
Sa | AL077-1C33-S1 | Ross
Explore watercolor painting with your friends in this fun and relaxing class . You will create a beautiful seasonal painting using a technique called “ wet-on-wet .” This class is designed and adapted for all levels of experience . All supplies provided .
w Mar 28 | 10 am-Noon 1 Session | Fee : $ 29 | Sandburg Edu Ctr T | AL077-1C08-W1 | Marshall ƒ
Learn to paint a beautiful scene in watercolors . Follow step-by-step instructions and engage in discussion on the difference between dry brush work , wet on wet , and wet on dry as you participate in this enjoyable workshop . This is a great , no fear , way to learn to paint in watercolors . See website for supply list .
w Jan 19 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 19 | Online
Th | AL077-1C09-W1 | Merry 1
w Feb 23 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 19 | Online
Th | AL077-1C09-W2 | Merry 1
w Mar 9 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 19 | Online
Th | AL077-1C09-W3 | Merry 1
w Apr 13 | 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee : $ 19 | Online Th | AL077-1C09-S1 | Merry 1
fiber and textile
Do you have a basic understanding of how to use your sewing machine and would like to advance your skills ? Join us for this fun , informative class where you ’ ll come away with a good understanding of sewing terms and tools ; how to make button holes and attach zippers ; practice gathering , inserting elastic and hemming , and more . Bring your enthusiasm and supplies listed online . $ 10 supply fee paid to instructor the first class .
w Feb 21-Mar 7 | 6:30-9 pm 3 Sessions | Fee : $ 55 | Northdale MS T | AL077-1C06-W1 | Bengtson