Adult Art Classes: April 29-June 22 8-week session $130 for most classes Note: Current art class session ends Saturday, April 27th FAQ
Most adult classes allow punch card/flex attendance. Please note: Punches or missed classes are not transferable. Any make up classes must be completed with original instructor.
Art classes run year-round, typically in 2-month sessions meeting once a week. Classes may have alternate schedules, see class listings below. |
art class locations
Crystal Lake location: Creative Arts Studio, 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake, IL (on the grounds of The Dole) Woodstock location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL (just off The Square) art class pricing
Regular 6-8 week sessions
8 weeks - $130 7 weeks - $114 6 weeks - $98 Classes running 1 or 2 hours (instead of 1.5) or specialty classes may be priced differently, please check class descriptions below before registering. Half Sessions Some instructors permit 4 week (1/2 session) signups for $65 if there is space in the class; please see listings below for 4 week availability. 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. health & safety
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PAINTING CLASSES
Crystal Lake studio
Acrylic painting - Mon 4PM or 5:30pm
Acrylic Painting
Scott Little Begins April 29th; skips Week 2 (May 6th) MON 4:00-5:20pm (1.5 hour class) $114 for 7 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio MON 5:30-6:50pm (1.5 hour class) $114 for 7 weeks MON 5:30-7:20pm (2 hour class) $160 for 7 weeks 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 NOW MIXED MEdia - sat 12:30pm
Mixed Media
Scott Little Late-start: begins May 11th SAT 12:30-2:30pm (2 hour class) $160 for 7 weeks; $88 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio Open studio class to explore watercolor & gouche, acrylics & oils, and other combinations of drawing and painting art mediums to achieve a finished painting or illustration. A fun, creative class with instructor demonstration of specific techniques for you to try. REGISTER NOW WATERCOLOR - WEDNESDAY 11AM OR 1:30PM
Watercolor
Darlene Bremer Contact instructor to be put on Waitlist for class: text/call Darlene 847.431.4009 artzdar@gmail.com WED 11:00am-1:00pm WED 1:30-3:30pm $48 for 3 classes (or $16 per 2-hour class) April 3, 10, 17, 24 May 8, 15, 22, 29 Crystal Lake studio Note: June-August classes will be held at Woodstock 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. *$15 supply fee for students needing brushes, paints, paper, and other materials. If previous experience, bring 140# cotton rag paper and painting supplies. |
Woodstock studio
Oil & acrylic painting - mon 11am or sat 1pm
Oil & Acrylic Painting
Kathie Jagman Begins May MON 11:00am-12:30pm Age 16 & up $130 for 8 weeks SAT 1:00-2:20pm Age 16 & up $130 for 8 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 provided, or bring your own. WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER NOW art fundamentals - tues 6pm
Fundamentals of Drawing & Painting
Kathie Jagman Begins April 30th TUES 6:00-7:30pm Age 16 & up $98 for 6 weeks Woodstock studio Instructor will guide students in drawing a simple still life, with emphasis on proportion,value, shading, highlights, and negative/positive space. Then learn techniques to transform your drawing into an oil or acrylic painting. Take small steps, get amazing results! WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER NOW WATERCOLOR workshops - SAT 3:30pm
Watercolor Workshops
Venarella Hinkle SAT 3:30-5:30pm $65 per 2-day workshop (4 hours total) Woodstock studio April 20 & 27 - Purple Crocus May 11 & 18 - Baby Robin June 8 & 15 - Sleeping Kitty July 6 & 13 - Green Succulent Aug 3 & 10 - Conure Parrot Sept 14 & 21 - Monarch Butterfly Try watercolor with step-by-step instruction - each workshop runs two Saturdays, 2 hours each, and you will go home with a gorgeous painting to hang on your wall or give as a gift. Great class for adults, or adult guardians with teens 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 HERE WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER NOW WATERCOLOR - WED 11AM OR 1:30PM (begins June)
Watercolor
Darlene Bremer Please contact instructor to be put on Waitlist for class and you will be notified of next available spot: Text/call Darlene 847.431.4009 artzdar@gmail.com WED 11:00am-1:00pm WED 1:30-3:30pm $48 for 3 classes (or $16 per 2-hour class) June 12, 19, 26 July 10, 17, 24, 31 August 7, 14, 21, 28 September 4 Woodstock 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. $48/3 classes; $96/6 classes *$15 supply fee for students needing brushes, paints, paper, and other materials. If previous experience, bring 140# cotton rag paper and painting supplies. |
DRAWING CLASSES
Crystal Lake studio
art for relaxation - Tues 10:30am or 7PM
Art for Relaxation
Linda Cannizzo Begins April 16th; no class May 15-June 18 TUES 10:30am-12:00pm - Different location: at The Other Side, 135 Beardsley St, Crystal Lake TUES 7:00-8:30pm $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (flex attendance) Crystal Lake studio 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 NOW Drawing Tues - 4PM or 5:30pm
Drawing
Sam Sieber Begins April 30th TUES 5:30-6:50pm $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio Beginners and intermediate students welcome! Pick your own subject to draw, or follow instructor prompts on nature drawing, architecture, still life, portraits, and more. We’ll explore graphite drawing, colored pencil, and drawing on toned paper. Open studio class to explore your art with instructor assistance. Step-by-step guidance provided for beginners. REGISTER NOW Intermediate foundations - Thurs 5:30pm
Intermediate Foundations
Janet Balboa Begins May 2nd THURS 5:30-6:50pm $130 for 8 weeks Crystal Lake studio A technique open studio class for those who are fairly comfortable and competent in their drawing ability. The focus is on advancing your techniques with colored pencil and graphite. The first class will be a consultation/show and tell - discovering where you are now and where you would like to go with your work. Please bring past work samples or an artist who inspires you. Open studio class to explore your art with instructor assistance. REGISTER NOW beginning Drawing - fri 10:30am
Beginning Drawing
Sam Sieber Please contact studio to be put on Waitlist for class and you will be notified of next available spot: creativeartsclasses@gmail.com Begins May 3rd Waitlist only - FRI 10:30am-12:00pm $130 for 8 weeks Crystal Lake studio Learn to draw with step-by-step instruction. Draw birds, animals, nature scenes, still life & more. Follow instructor demos to expand your skills. We’ll explore graphite drawing and learn proportion, shading, and composition. Digital art - FRi 2:00pm
Digital Art
Sam Sieber Begins May 3rd FRI 2:00-3:30pm $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Crystal Lake studio Learn to make art and designs on your device or ours (studio has iMacs/iPads for your use). Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, or your preference of application. Design your choice of project - characters/creatures, logos, photo mashup art, illustrations, and more. REGISTER NOW |
Woodstock studio
DRAWING STUDIO - TUES 3:00PM (JUNE)
Drawing Studio
Sam Sieber June 4, 11, 18 & 25 TUES 3:00-4:30pm Age 16 & up $75 for 4 weeks Woodstock studio Learn to draw what you enjoy - nature & animals, people & clothing, still life & architecture, we can do it all. Get individual help on your desired skills in this open studio time with an experienced instructor. Beginning students will be guided through art demos, while intermediate students can bring their projects and learn how to turn their drawings from good to great. Pastel drawing - tues 3:30pm
Pastels
Tami McMillan Begins April 30th TUES 3:30-4:50pm $98 for 6 weeks, or $65 for 4 weeks Learn to use chalk and oil pastels to create beautiful "pastel paintings". Explore blending, layering, and creating texture with instructor demonstrations. WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER NOW tangled with tami - Tues 5:00pm
Tangled with Tami
Tami McMillan Begins April 30th TUES 5:00-6:20pm $98 for 6 weeks or $65 for 4 weeks Woodstock studio Build a pattern line by line by using repetitive shapes or marks. A mindful doodle! You will practice with ink and learn how to create highlights and low lights with shading. You will also dabble with watercolor Learn to draw intricate patterns and make creative "tangles". Relax and enjoy your time making art. WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL REGISTER NOW |
3D ART CLASSES
Crystal Lake studio
CROCHET TOGETHER - TUES OR FRI 5:30
Crochet Together
Alisia Duran Begins week of April 29th TUES 5:30-6:50pm FRI 5:30-6:50pm Adult, or adult with youth age 10 & up $130 for 8 weeks Crystal Lake studio Come and learn about different crocheting methods, like hooks, stitches and patterns. 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, jellyfish plushies, and more! REGISTER NOW SEWING - Wed 6:00pm
Beginning Sewing
Dar McIntyre May 29th, June 5th and June 12th WED 6:00-8:00pm $65 for 3 weeks (2 hour class) Crystal Lake studio Learn machine sewing and create an easy, step-by-step project. Start with a simple pillowcase to learn techniques, then choose to create a tote bag, drawstring bag, or zipper pouch in this 3-week class. Use our fabric or bring your own. QUILTING - coming soon!
Beginning Quilting
Dar McIntyre Contact creativeartsclasses@gmail.com to be added to email list Coming soon - MON 6:00-8:00pm $130 for 6 weeks Crystal Lake studio Learn to quilt from start to finish - by the end of this 6-week class you will have a completed baby quilt or quilted table topper (your choice). Learn to cut fabric accurately, piece blocks, add borders, and finally quilt and bind your unique creation. Note: Sewing machines and tools included; instructor will contact you prior to class to discuss fabric options (using studio's selection of fabrics, or buying your own if preferred). |
Woodstock studio
stained glass - sun, mon, wed, fri
Stained Glass
Pam Magnuson Note: No class from May 18 - June 1 Contact instructor to be put on Waitlist for class, and you will be notified of next available spot: (815) 236-6205 or glasswhisperer@comcast.net Waitlist - SUN 11:00-1:00pm (Intermediate/Advanced) Waitlist - MON 6:00-8:00pm (Beginning) Waitlist - WED 6:00-8:00pm (Intermediate) Waitlist - FRI 12:30-2:30pm (Beginning) Different fee: $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. 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 glasswhisperer@comcast.net WOODSTOCK location: Creative Arts Studio, 127 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL beginning photography - FRI 11:00am
Beginning Photography Paul LeVan Begins May 3rd FRI 11:00am-12:30pm $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks Woodstock studio Go beyond the "Auto" setting on your camera, experiment, and have fun. See professional examples to help you compose and crop your images, learn step-by-step skills with your camera's manual settings, and get comfortable with your digital camera so you can take the photos you want. No experience necessary, just bring your DSLR camera, and your instructor will guide you to making your good photos into great ones. Students will receive a high-quality print of their favorite photo from the session at the end of class. |