Adult Technique Classes

Enjoy the little things in life!

Oil Painting, Drawing, Pottery + More!

It doesn't matter your level of experience, we promise if you come to art class here you will have a fun time!

We offer many different adult technique classes like oil painting, drawing, and pottery in a warm and welcoming environment.

Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Your space will not be confirmed until both your registration and payment have been received!

Something unexpected come up? Bummer!

If you need to cancel your registration, let us know at least 48 hours before the actual class dayte and you'll be refunded the full amount. Class fees are non-refundable for cancellations less than 48 hours before the class date. Thank you for understanding.

Space is limited and often times we have a waiting list. Please let us know as early as possible if you’re not able to make it, there might be someone else who can!

Upcoming Workshop Schedule

Give it a Spin: Wheel Throwing with Jessi Tucci

(Two Part Workshop)

Watch a demo from our instructor, then try your own hand at throwing 2-4 pieces. If you choose not to keep your pieces, we will recycle the clay. If you choose to keep the pieces, pay $10 at the end of the first class to come back for the glaze session the following week!

$30 per person for throwing + $10 extra for glazing and firing (optional) 

Limited to 6 students. Younger than 18 must enroll with an adult

Friday Dates 6-8:30pm (Throw on first date, glaze on second date):

  • April 14 & 21
  • May 12 & 19

Sunday Dates 2-4:30pm (Throw on first date, glaze on second date):  

  • Mar  19  & 26
  • April 16 & 23
  • May 14 & 21

Monthly Acrylic Painting Class with Jeri Sparks

Held monthly on 4th Thursdays of the month

Jeri Sparks will be working with students to master the techniques of acrylic painting.  Learn various brush techniques, color mixing, and composition in this monthly class. For beginners and those that are looking to become more advanced using this versatile medium. 

$35 per class for Art Center Members or $45 for Non-Members

Younger than 18 must enroll with an adult 

  • March 23rd  // 6-8:30pm // Owl
  • April 27th  // 6-8:30pm // Door
  • May 25th // 6-8:30pm // Tree Palette knife

Monthly Watercolor Technique with Jeri Sparks

Classes are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Jeri Sparks will be working with students to master the techniques of watercolor.  Learn various brush techniques, color mixing, and composition in this monthly class. For beginners and those that are looking to become more advanced using this versatile medium. 

$35 per class for Art Center Members or $45 for Non-Members

Younger than 18 must enroll with an adult 

  • Apr 11  // 6-8:30pm // Elephant
  • May 9  // 6-8:30pm // Flowers
  • June 13 // 6-8:30pm // Sunset

Advanced Wheel with Jessi Tucci

Saturdays March 4, 11, & 25 // 6-8:30pm

$65 Art Center Member or $75 Non-Member for all 3 classes

Come learn how to create complex forms, decorating techniques and spend time on your own projects.  A basic skill of how to throw bowls and cylinders is required to sign up for this class. 

Drawing with Everyday Tools with Brayden Nordyke

March 27, March 29, April 3, April 5 // 6-7:30pm
$30 Art Center Members or $40 Non-Members
Learn to create engaging and unique pieces with unexpected tools. Use unique techniques which can be used with just mechanical pencil and charcoal. Gain confidence illustrating without needing the most expensive materials.
 
*Teen Friendly

Clay Clocks with Jessi Tucci

Mondays March 27, April 3 & 17 // 6-8:30pm

$65 Art Center Member or $75 Non-Member for all 3 classes

*teen friendly

Create a stylized ceramic clock to hang in your home or gift. 

Gradient Dyeing + Shibori with Zetta Pilch

Thursdays March 30, April 6, 13, 20 // 6-8pm

$80 Art Center Member or $90 Non-Member for all 4 classes

Use two different fabric dyeing techniques in this 4 part class.  Create multiple pieces of fabric of the same color with different saturation levels to understand how the dye bath works.  Using the fabrics from the gradient, learn resist techniques such as folding, binding, pole and rope wrapping to create unique designs on your fabric. 

Macrame Owl with Lillian Rubin

Mondays April 3rd & 10th // 6:30-9pm

$35 Art Center Member or $45 Non-Member for both classes

Learn the techniques and knots used to make an owl hanging.

Stained Glass: Copper Foil Method with Pat Latty

Tuesdays  // 1:30-4:30pm  April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2
OR
Thursdays // 6:30-9:30pm April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4

Learn copper foil methods of constructing glass panels from provided patterns. Beginners will focus on a beginners project, advanced students can work on a lampshade project. Students will need to spend some time outside of class to work on their project.

$80 Art Center Members or $90 Non-Members

+ $100 supply fee to be paid to the instructor at 1st class (cash or check only)

This class will be held at Pat Latty’s studio. The address is 16758 Irish Ridge Road, Burlington.

Pottery with Lillian Rubin 

Wednesdays April 5-May 17 // 6:30-9pm

$90 Art Center Member or $100 Non-Member for all 6 classes (includes clay, firings, & glaze)

Great class for both beginners and intermediates. Work on both handbuilding and wheel techniques.  Students will make individual pieces of their choice such as planters, vases, mugs, etc. 

Paper Making with Karla Mundt

Sunday, April 16 // 1-3pm

$25 ACB Member or $35 Non-Member

Beginning paper making using paper from the recycling bin and various plant fibers to create individual  unique  8x10 sheets of paper for a variety of uses. Also will do some fun "embossing". techniques.

Clay Flower Pot with Mom

Monday May 1 // 6:30-9pm 

$25 per person

Make a flower pot for mom or bring her along and make one for you too! We will use a mold for the lower portion and coils on the top. Add your own decorations.

Limited to 10 students, sign up early!

Cinco de Mayo Beer Glass Painting with Jeri Sparks

Friday, May 5 // 5-6pm 

$35 per person

Come paint your own unique beer glass in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Bring a friend, or several, then hit up Gallery Lounge in our gallery from 6-8!

Wand Carving with Jessi Tucci

Saturdays May 6, 13, & 20 // 6-8:30pm

$65 Art Center Member or $75 Non-Member for all 3 classes

(Teen Friendly)

Come spend 3 days creating your own wand!  This is an outdoor class where we will use carving tools and wood burners to detail our own wands.  Wood stains and sealers will be used to finish.

Saori Weaving with Christine Williamson

Saturday May 20th // 10-12pm

$25 Art Center Member or $35 Non-Member

Learn the technique of Saori Weaving, a free form hand weaving where imperfection is accepted.  The process is fun and the results are unique, whimsical, colorful, and textured.  

(Teen Friendly)

Monthly Members Only DIY Group

The Dabblers try out various mediums and projects in both the arts and crafts. These two hour sessions are led by group members who have some expertise or experience to share. The goal is not to always finish a specific project but to get exposure to something new and to be with others in art and creativity. This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7-9PM and there is a $5 fee for supplies.

Please call 319.754.8069 by the Saturday before to reserve a space. 

Dabbler’s Schedule for 2023

 

April 11
Neurographic drawing
Geri Lloyd
May 9
Kumihimo braiding
Christine
Jun 13
Sand painting
Diane
July 11
Toilet paper and napkin folding
Janna Carter
Aug 8
Negative painting watercolor
Karla
Sept 12
Paste paper
Geri Lloyd
Oct 10
Rock weaving
Diane
Nov 14
Lanterns
Karla
Dec 12
3D paper stars
Christine

 

March 14 // 7pm
 
Karla will show you how to create your own design on fabric using pastel dye sticks.  All materials will be provided. Imagine putting your own design on a T-shirt or cloth bag. Step out in style in your own unique clothing and accessories. 

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Tues - Thurs: 10am - 6pm
Friday/Saturday: 10am - 4pm

301 Jefferson Street
Burlington, Iowa 52601
319-754-8069

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