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ADULT ART CLASSES
March 2 - May 2 (no classes March 23-28) 6-8 week art classes available plus 2-4 week workshops Class fees from $65-$180 Crystal Lake & Woodstock locations available Please check if the class listing below shows FULL or "waitlist only" 
FAQ
Art classes run year-round, typically in 2-month sessions meeting once a week. Some classes may have alternate schedules, see class listings below.
Need to miss a week of class? Contact your instructor for makeup days/times or potential class credits. Please note: There is a limit of 2 makeups/class credits per 8-week session; any missed days must be made up with the original instructor. |
Class Schedule: see calendar link below for a quick preview
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March-April adult art classes
PAINTING CLASSES
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Crystal Lake studio
ACRYLIC PAINTING - MON 3:20PM OR 5:30PM
Acrylic Painting
Scott Little OPEN, spots available - MON 3:20-5:20pm (2 hour class) $160 for 7 weeks FULL, waitlist only - MON 5:30-7:20pm (2 hour class) $160 for 7 weeks Crystal Lake studio Open studio class with instruction in specific techniques as needed, including color blocking, color mixing, blending and more. Instructor will give class prompts; students can choose to work on the demonstrated acrylic painting technique for a finished artwork, or work on their individual project with instructor assistance. All supplies included. REGISTER GOUACHE PAINTING - TUES 5:30PM
Gouache Painting Scott Little TUES 5:30-6:50pm $114 for 7 weeks Crystal Lake studio Explore gouache painting, a fascinating medium that can be transparent or opaque depending on how much water is used to paint. It is easy to use, water-soluble, and can be used for a variety of art styles REGISTER WATERCOLOR - WED 11AM OR 1:30PM
Watercolor Studio
Darlene Bremer WED 11:00am-1:00pm WED 1:30-3:30pm $54/3 classes; $108/6 classes Crystal Lake studio Instructor will demonstrate techniques and guide students to complete beautiful watercolor paintings. Relaxing & enjoyable! Flex attendance fits your schedule, register for 3 or 6 classes at a time. Note: Every 4th class per month will be an guided studio class led by an alternate instructor. *$15 supply fee for students needing brushes, paints, paper, and other materials. If previous experience, bring 140# cotton rag paper and painting supplies. Contact the instructor Darlene for more info at: 847.431.4009 [email protected] REGISTER MIXED MEDIA - SAT 12:30PM
Mixed Media
Scott Little SAT 12:30-2:30pm (2 hour class) $160 for 7 weeks Crystal Lake studio Join this open studio class to explore all kinds of art! Try watercolor & gouache, acrylics & oils, markers & pens, and other combinations of drawing and painting art mediums to achieve a unique artwork. A fun, creative class with instructor demonstration of specific techniques for you to try. REGISTER PAINTING STUDIO - TUES 4:00PM OR THURS 5:30PM
Painting Studio Scott Little OPEN spots - TUES 4:00-5:20pm - Water Soluble Oil Painting $114 for 7 weeks FULL, waitlist only; THURS 5:30-6:50pm - Various mediums - watercolor, gouache, acrylics & more $114 for 7 weeks Join our painting adventure! Follow instructor demos or explore blending, color mixing, composition, and more with instructor guidance. REGISTER DRAWING CLASSES
Crystal Lake studio
ART FOR RELAXATION - TUES 10:30AM OR 7:00PM
Art for Relaxation
Linda Cannizzo TUES 10:30am-12:00pm Location: The Other Side cafe - 135 Beardsley St, Crystal Lake TUES 7:00-8:30pm Location: Crystal Lake studio - 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (flex attendance) Ready for a little fun? Art making is known to reduce stress and induce relaxation. In this class, enjoy exploring multiple art techniques and experimenting with new materials each week. Working through various projects, we will learn to create calm by making art. All supplies provided, projects will vary from watercolors to colored pencils to acrylic paints. REGISTER BEGINNING DRAWING - THURS 5:30PM OR FRI 10:30AM
Drawing
Sam Sieber WED 3:00-4:20pm Woodstock studio THURS 5:30-6:50pm FRI 10:30am-12:00pm Crystal Lake studio $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Beginners and intermediate students welcome! Pick your own subject to draw, or follow instructor prompts on nature drawing, architecture, animals, portraits, and more. We’ll explore graphite drawing, colored pencil, markers, and drawing on toned paper. All supplies included. Explore your art with instructor guidance. Step-by-step guidance provided for techniques; students choose subject matter. REGISTER SURFACES IN COLORED PENCIL - MON 10:00AM
Surfaces in Colored Pencil
Janet Balboa MON 10:00-11:30am $98 for 6 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio This will be a 6-week workshop focused on how colored pencil can describe different kinds of surfaces — from soft petals to textured bark to flowing water. Rather than concentrating on drawing from scratch, we’ll be working from pre-drawn simple outlines to so the emphasis stays on colored pencil layering and blending technique — not on worrying about whether your drawing is “good enough.” Each week, we’ll explore a different surface and the colored pencil skills that bring it to life, including: • pressure control • layering • edge softness and sharpness • directional stroke movement Step by step class to expand your art skills. Visit instructor Janet Balboa's Art Portfolio REGISTER GRAPHITE & COLORED PENCIL - MON 11:30AM
Graphite & Colored Pencil Workspace
Janet Balboa MON 11:30am-1:00pm $98 for 6 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (1.5 hour open studio) Crystal Lake studio A quiet, shared studio for self-directed artists working in graphite or colored pencil. Students bring their own projects and work independently in a focused, supportive environment. Observe your instructor Janet as she works on her amazing, detailed art pieces during this time, and ask her for guidance and technical feedback as needed. This is not a step-by-step instructional class, but a space for artists who enjoy working at their own pace and appreciate professional input on materials, process, or composition. Visit instructor Janet Balboa's Art Portfolio REGISTER DIGITAL ART - FRI 2:00PM
Digital Art
Sam Sieber FRI 2:00-3:30pm; age 16+ $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio Design your choice of project - digital painting, character design, illustrations, tattoo art, and more. Get beginning or intermediate instruction in Procreate with Apple Pencil, or using Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign on your device. Studio iPads available for use, or bring your own. Beginning students will get step-by-step instruction on techniques, then choose their own project to complete. Intermediate students decide on a project, and instructor guides them to bring their idea to the next level. REGISTER 3D ART CLASSES
Crystal Lake studio
CROCHET TOGETHER - TUES 5:30PM
Crochet Together
Alisia Duran TUES 5:30-6:50pm Adult, or adult with youth age 10 & up $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio Learn crocheting methods like hooks, stitches and patterns in this class. You'll start by making simple crocheted squares that can be used to make scarves, pillows or blankets. After that, repeat students can learn more advanced patterns to make hats, plushies, and more! REGISTER SEW & QUILT- MON 5:30PM OR SUN 1:00PM
Sew & Quilt Diane Harter MON 5:30-7:30pm age 18 & up $130 for 6 weeks (2 hour class) 6-week class: Mondays , March 9, 16 & 30; April 6, 13, 20 Crystal Lake studio SUN 2:00-5:00pm age 18 & up $130 for 4 weeks (3 hour class) 4-week class: Sundays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 Woodstock studio Learn sewing & quilting techniques! Create your choice of project from instructor examples. Sewing machines & most supplies provided; students may purchase some 100% cotton fabrics for their specific projects if desired. Beginner and Intermediate students welcome. Questions? Contact: Diane Harter 815.751.3273 [email protected] REGISTER |
Woodstock studio classes
OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING - MON OR SAT 11:00AM
Oil & Acrylic Painting
Kathie Jagman MON 11:00am-12:30pm; $130 for 8 weeks SAT 11:00am-12:30pm; $114 for 7 weeks Woodstock studio Whether you've painted with oils or acrylics before, or never picked up a brush, learn the joy of creating extraordinary art in vivid color. Instructor will guide you in creating your original composition, and in using blending and layering techniques. All supplies included, or bring your own if preferred. Need to miss a class? Credits or make up classes available for up to 2 missed classes (per 8-week session). WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL 
WATERCOLOR 2-DAY WORKSHOP - SAT 3:30PM
Watercolor 2-day Workshop
Venarella Hinkle Follow along step-by-step to create a painting in just two Saturdays! Learn new skills each time. SAT 3:30-5:30pm $65 per 2-day workshop March 21 & 28 - Hellabore Floral April 18 & 25 - Piglet Try watercolor with step-by-step instruction - each workshop runs two Saturdays, 2 hours each, and you will go home with a gorgeous finished painting to hang on your wall or give as a gift. Each painting highlights a new skill you can learn to begin or continue your watercolor journey, such as wet-on-wet, masking, color washes, and more. Adults, or adult with teen age 16 & up. *$10 additional supply fee for workshop participants needing brushes, paints, paper, and other materials. If you prefer to purchase your own supplies, see list by clicking on the name of the workshop above WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER RUG TUFTING - Coming in APRIL!
Rug Tufting
Mayra Scott Create your own 19x19 tufted rug in each 3-hour workshop - sign up for one or multiple days. Beginners will choose from 4 simple patterns for their first rug. Repeat students can make custom and more complex projects. SUN 1:00-4:00PM $100 per 3 hour class April 5, 12, 19, 26 This class is perfect for beginners and creatives of all levels. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out, a therapeutic creative outlet, or a unique handmade piece for your home, this experience is both empowering and unforgettable. All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity! You will: • Learn how to safely operate a tufting gun • Transfer your design onto backing fabric • Explore color selection and texture techniques • Complete and finish your very own take-home rug See rug tufting in action HERE One-on-one private 3-hour classes available with instructor Mayra Scott - $300/class. Mayra Scott 779.356.6744 [email protected] 
DRAWING - TUES 3:00PM
Beginning Drawing
Sam Sieber WED 3:00-4:20pm Age 16 & up $98 for 6 weeks WED 4:00-5:20pm Age 16 & up Woodstock studio Beginners and intermediate students welcome! Pick your own subject to draw, or follow instructor prompts on nature drawing, architecture, animals, portraits, and more. We’ll explore graphite drawing, colored pencil, markers, and drawing on toned paper. All supplies included. Explore your art with instructor guidance. Step-by-step guidance provided for techniques; students choose subject matter. 
STAINED GLASS - Waitlist Only
Stained Glass
Pam Magnuson Waitlist - SUN 11:00-1:00pm (Intermediate/Advanced) Waitlist - WED 6:00-8:00pm (All Levels) Waitlist - THURS 1:00-3:00pm (Beginning) Waitlist - FRI 12:30-2:30pm (Beginning) $145 for 6 weeks (2 hour class) Additional drop-in classes available for $25/class; student must have already enrolled in a 6-week course prior to drop-in, and contact instructor prior to drop-in day to check if there is space in the class. Woodstock studio Learn to create a stained glass panel to beautify your home, or to give as a gift. For beginning students, instructor will provide a choice of patterns in styles such as Art Deco, Mission, and Prairie. Advanced students have the option to design their own pattern. Skills learned include composition, cutting, and soldering. Tools & instruction provided, students will purchase glass for their project ($50-$80 additional depending on pattern). This is an adult class; student must be 18 or older to register. Exception: If an adult guardian with a youth age 16 or older would like to register and take the class together, please contact the instructor for permission. Pam Magnuson 815.236.6205 [email protected] WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL New students:
Email [email protected] to get on waitlist
Continuing students:
JEWELRY MAKING - WED 11-12:30 - begins April
Jewelry Making
Cindy Rafkind WED 11:00am-12:30pm; age 18 & up April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & May 6 Discover the joy of creating your own jewelry in this fun, beginner friendly workshop! Take home complete earrings, bracelets, or necklaces you can keep or give as a gift. Create with simple elegant crystals or chunky unpolished gemstones to fit your style. Step-by-step instruction. You will: • Learn beginning stringing techniques • Use crimp pliers and crimp tubes to attach clasps • Create bracelets, necklaces, and multi-strand designs • Explore simple and wrapped wire loops for earrings No experience needed. Each workshop day includes step-by-step instruction and time to practice techniques, before creating your final design to take home. Fee: $130 for 6 classes Woodstock Studio Note: $5-15 supply kit available per additional project (first project no supply fee), or bring your own beads (0.3mm hole size or larger required) 
SEW & QUILT - SUN 2:00PM
Sew & Quilt
Diane Harter SUN 2:00-5:00pm age 18 & up $130 for 4 weeks (3 hour class) 4-week class: Sundays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 Woodstock studio Learn sewing & quilting techniques! Create your choice of project from instructor examples. Sewing machines & most supplies provided; students may purchase some 100% cotton fabrics for their specific projects if desired. Beginner and Intermediate students welcome. Questions? Contact: Diane Harter 815.751.3273 [email protected] 
instructors
For questions about specific classes or missed days: Sam Sieber, Director 815.219.9243 [email protected] Scott Little, Coordinator 815.403.5724 [email protected] Alisia Duran 217.550.2284 [email protected] Cindy Rafkind [email protected] Darlene Bremer 847.431.4009 [email protected] Diane Harter 815.751.3273 [email protected] Janet Balboa 815.219.8492 [email protected] Kathie Jagman 815.353.9297 [email protected] Linda Cannizzo 815.353.1664 [email protected] Mayra Scott 779.356.6744 [email protected] Venarella Hinkle [email protected] Pam Magnuson 815.236.6205 [email protected] |
Want to take an art class, but have questions?
Check out the information below for answers to our most frequently asked questions.
Or, contact us at [email protected] or (815) 219-9243
Check out the information below for answers to our most frequently asked questions.
Or, contact us at [email protected] or (815) 219-9243
FAQ
ART CLASS LOCATIONS
Crystal Lake location:
Creative Arts Studio, 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake, IL
(on the grounds of The Dole mansion)
Woodstock location:
Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL
(just off The Square)
Creative Arts Studio, 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake, IL
(on the grounds of The Dole mansion)
Woodstock location:
Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL
(just off The Square)
ART CLASS PRICING
Regular 6-8 week sessions typical fees:
8 weeks - $130 (1.5 hour class); or $180 (2 hour class)
7 weeks - $114 (late-start)
4 weeks - $65 (1/2 session)
Some art classes may be have different fees, or have additional materials fees; please check class descriptions before registering.
8 weeks - $130 (1.5 hour class); or $180 (2 hour class)
7 weeks - $114 (late-start)
4 weeks - $65 (1/2 session)
Some art classes may be have different fees, or have additional materials fees; please check class descriptions before registering.
ART CLASS AGE LIMITS
Age Limits listed in class descriptions
If student is younger than listed age limit, class registration will be voided and payment refunded. Age limits are set by our instructors to strive for the best possible creative environment for both students and staff.
If student is younger than listed age limit, class registration will be voided and payment refunded. Age limits are set by our instructors to strive for the best possible creative environment for both students and staff.
HEALTH & SAFETY
KEEP OUR INSTRUCTORS & STUDENTS HEALTHY
Please stay home if you are coughing, sneezing, or have a fever. Credits or make up classes available for up to 2 missed classes (per 8-week session).
Creative Arts reserves the right to refuse service to individuals who create an unsafe or hostile environment.
Individuals exhibiting disruptive behavior, being loud or abusive, posing a safety risk to staff or students, or harassing staff or students will be asked to leave the studio. A parent/guardian will be called for pickup if the student is a minor.
Please stay home if you are coughing, sneezing, or have a fever. Credits or make up classes available for up to 2 missed classes (per 8-week session).
Creative Arts reserves the right to refuse service to individuals who create an unsafe or hostile environment.
Individuals exhibiting disruptive behavior, being loud or abusive, posing a safety risk to staff or students, or harassing staff or students will be asked to leave the studio. A parent/guardian will be called for pickup if the student is a minor.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Give the gift of art Gift Certificates
Cancellations
If classes are cancelled due to weather or other factors, notice will be posted on this website, on our social media, or you can call 815.219.9243 for information. Instructors will also call/text students individually if classes are cancelled.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications available on our About page.
If classes are cancelled due to weather or other factors, notice will be posted on this website, on our social media, or you can call 815.219.9243 for information. Instructors will also call/text students individually if classes are cancelled.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications available on our About page.