Art Club
Learn new tricks and tips to take your art to the next level. Expand on traditional methods by making finished works of art in a variety of mediums.

Art Explorers
Learn about famous artists and make cool art projects through different periods in art history.

Magic of the Pottery Wheel
Students will work with clay on the pottery wheel and use a variety of hand building techniques that will produce amazing results. All pottery will be glazed and functional.

Stained Glass
Learn glass cutting techniques while exploring the characteristics of glass. From beginner to advanced.

Woodcarving
For beginners to expert. Learn woodcarving techniques at your own pace from experienced carvers.

Beginning Oil Painting
Explore what you need to start painting with oils. Learn what materials to use and how to use them to produce your painting. Paint along with Greg and on your own with guidance. Materials not included; supply list will be emailed to you.

Intermediate to Advanced Oil Painting- NEW
Expand on techniques from the Beginners Oil Painting class including Alla Prima painting (all at once) and traditional painting (wet on dry). We’ll explore tone, value, and color theory while going deeper into composition. Learn how to choose materials such as brushes, knives, colors, and the properties and selection of available oil paints. How to prepare different painting surfaces, including stretching a canvas, will also be covered. A material list will be e-mailed to you.

Beginning Watercolor (Morning)
Explore and enjoy the painting process while learning the fundamentals of watercolor. Learn basic techniques and color mixing in watercolor to create different subjects each week. Each week we will use basic techniques to create exciting paintings. Subjects include florals, landscapes, and animals.

Beginning Watercolor (Evening)
Explore and enjoy the painting process while learning the fundamentals of watercolor. Learn basic techniques and color mixing in watercolor to create different subjects each week. Each week we will use basic techniques to create exciting paintings. Subjects include florals, landscapes, and animals.

Let’s Paint People!- NEW
We’ll follow a simple process to take the intimidation away from trying to paint people. The instructor will provide instruction, demos, and fun photos from which to paint. All levels are welcome. Laurie will provide one-on-one instruction and is very hands on. Basic oil paints, brushes and canvas will be provided.

Beginner Pottery 
Learn the fine art of pottery no matter what your skill level is. Work with wet clay and glazes. Learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques.

Beginner Pottery with Rick Morgan 
Work with wet clay to bisque ware and glaze finishes. Participate in a Raku Firing October 30.

Intermediate Pottery with Debbie Joseph
Take your love of pottery to the next level. Work with wet clay and glazes. Learn more advanced wheel-throwing and hand building techniques. Participate in a Raku Firing October 30.

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Rick Morgan 
Work with wet clay to bisque ware and glaze finishes. Participate in a Raku Firing October 30.

Open Pottery Studio
This is open to students who have taken pottery classes at the Stifel Fine Arts Center before. There will be no instructor during open studio but students will receive shelf space and may make a maximum of 16 pots. Additional pots $5 each. (Limit of 15 participants.)

Hand Building Pottery with Rick Morgan
Learn how to make ceramic projects without a pottery wheel. We will use slab, coil, and pinch methods too make beautiful, functional pottery. Projects like cups, mugs, plates, bowls, and ceramic holiday decorations will be explored.

Gemstone Chip Stretch Bracelet Workshop
In this one-hour workshop, we will make a stretchy bracelet using elastic cord & a variety of gemstone chips with a charm of your choice. This is a basic jewelry making class accessible to all, including kids 10 & up.

Steampunk Watch Face Ring Workshop
Discover Steampunk, an art form inspired by 19th- century industrial steam-powered machinery that incorporates machine parts like gears and cogs to create fantasy 3D pieces. In this hour-long workshop, we will make an adjustable ring from a unique vintage watch face, gears, & colorful Swarovski rhinestones to add a little bling. This workshop is accessible to people of all ages & skill sets

Let’s Paint People Workshop
If you’ve wanted to paint people and have no idea where to start, please join us for a fun filled day painting portraits. We’ll follow a simple process using only 6 tubes of paint that create endless colors. At the end of class, you’ll have a better understanding of form, color, and brushwork. All levels welcome. Laurie will provide a demo and is a hands-on instructor. Basic oil paints, brushes and canvas will be provided.

Pressed Flowers Suncatchers
Learn how to make a beautiful stained-glass sun-catcher using pressed and dried flowers. You will learn how to press your own flowers for future projects and crafts! This makes a great gift or you can keep it for yourself.

Gel Plate Printing Workshops
Using Gel Plates and stencils or floral materials, we will make unique prints that can be incorporated into collages, greeting cards, art journals, or mounted on canvas or wood to make personalized, decorative pieces. Class is open to all levels, from beginner to advanced. Gel plates and stencils will be provided for use in class, along with paints and paper. Bring leaves and other floral materials if desired.

Introduction to Stencil Monoprinting Workshop
Learn how to make one-of-a-kind prints using an old- fashioned printing press, plexiglass plates, lithographic inks, and handmade papers. Discover the basics of press use, as well as inking techniques. We will work with stencils and found objects to create diverse print compositions. Please bring an apron as inks can stain. All materials will be provided.

Art of Assemblage Workshop with Robert Villamagna
This workshop will introduce students to the art of assemblage (creating 3D constructions using found objects). Using everyday objects, learn about putting elements together in an aesthetic way; using various connectors and adhesives; how to cut, bend, and shape your found elements to make them work best; and to push yourself to be more creative in the process. We will discuss various approaches and share ideas. Using your own elements, you will create an assemblage that carries your personal vision.

Techniques or skills taught in workshop: selecting materials; preparing armature or container; proper use of adhesives; fastening elements using various hardware and rivets; making sure your assemblage “holds up” for exhibition; preparing your work for display.

The Stifel Center will provide tools. The instructor will provide rivet gun and some additional hand tools.

Student must provide armature or container for his/her assemblage, as well as materials. A list of suggested materials will be provided.