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Adult Art Class Session July 3 - August 26 Art class 8-week session, $130 for most classes; registration opens June 1st STUDIO IS OPEN ALL WEEK 4TH OF JULY 
Previous art class session ends June 24th. Studio will be CLOSED June 26 - July 2 |
KEEP OUR INSTRUCTORS & STUDENTS HEALTHY Please stay home if you are coughing, sneezing, or have a fever. We are happy to offer credits or make up times for missed classes. Most adult classes allow punch card/flex attendance.
Please note: Punches or missed classes are not transferable to other classes. Any make up classes must be completed with original instructor. 
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PAINTING
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Acrylic Painting
Scott Little MON 5:30-6:50pm $130 for 8 weeks Learn to paint with acrylics - composition, blending, and more. Fun class to get into or back into acrylic painting. Instructor will demonstrate specific techniques step-by-step, with time in class to also work on your own compositions using the techniques you've learned. 
Acrylic Painting
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Watercolor
Darlene Bremer WED 11:00am-1:00pm FULL - WED 1:30-3:30pm $48 for 3 classes (or $16 per 2-hour class) May classes at studio location: May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June classes off-site at The Other Side: June 7, 14, 21, 28 Instructor will demonstrate techniques and guide students to complete beautiful watercolor paintings. Relaxing & enjoyable! Flex attendance fits your schedule, register for 3 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. |
Oil Painting
Kathie Jagman TUES 12:30-2:00pm - Different location: at The Other Side, 135 Beardsley St, Crystal Lake July 11, 18, 25 & Aug 1, 8; 5 weeks for $82 SAT 1:00-2:20pm - At Creative Arts studio, 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake Aug 5, 12, 19, 26; 4 weeks for $65 Whether you've painted with oils before, or never picked up a brush, learn the joy of creating extraordinary art in vivid color. Learn composition, blending, and layering techniques. All supplies provided, or bring your own. Project Art
Therese Wiser SAT 11:00am-12:20pm Age 16 & up $65 for 4 weeks (June) Explore different forms of art each week with step-by-step instruction. Instructor will introduce new concepts and art materials each project. Students will trace instructor templates or follow along with instructor demonstrations, then they will choose colors and styles to make each art piece unique. |
DRAWING
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Intermediate Drawing
Sam Sieber TUES 5:30-6:50pm; IN STUDIO or ZOOM $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (flex attendance) Take your drawings to the next level by learning to tell a story with your images. Pick your own subject or follow instructor demos on animal or human portraits, skeletons and musculature, flowers and plants, rocks and water. Try whimsical mushrooms or tiny frogs or fairies - anything you can imagine, we can draw. Draw from life and photos, but learn to alter your references to create your unique composition. We’ll explore graphite, pen & ink, and drawing on toned paper. Digital artists also welcome to bring in their laptop/tablet. Art for Relaxation
Linda Cannizzo NOTE: no class July 4th TUES 10:30am-12:00pm - Different location: at The Other Side, 135 Beardsley St, Crystal Lake TUES 7:00-8:30pm - At Creative Arts studio, 400 Highland Ave, Crystal Lake $65 for 4 weeks or $130 for 8 weeks; flex/punchcard 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. |
Digital Art
Sam Sieber FRI 2:00-3:30pm age 16 & up $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (flex attendance) Looking for a Digital Drawing & Design class? 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, logos, fantasy art, children's book illustrations, and more. 
Mandala Art - coming soon
Janet Balboa This course will guide you through a journey of creating a mandala that can enhance and/or begin a centering meditative practice. Develop your understanding of this effective stress reduction practice and its relationship to the use of pencil and color. You will also be encouraged to progressively design and reflect upon your own creative activity through journaling, coloring, and designing mandalas. All supplies included. See mandala drawing process here: https://janetbalboa.com/tag/blue-lotus/ |
Graphite & Colored Pencil
Janet Balboa FRI 10:00-11:30am (Intermediate) FRI 11:30am-1:00pm (Advanced) $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks (flex attendance) Open studio class. Instructor will work individually with students on their projects, to demonstrate technique, give guidance, and offer knowledge on paper, tools and printing your artwork. The focus is on independent work and the development of your personal style. Relaxing and social! Flex attendance fits your schedule. Bring your supplies, or use our Prismacolor pencils, Copic markers, and more. Beginning Drawing - FULL
Sam Sieber FRI 10:30am-12:00pm; IN STUDIO or ZOOM $130 for 8 weeks 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, pen & ink, and drawing on toned paper. 
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Sewing, Crochet & More
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Beginning Quilting
Dar McIntyre THURS 3:00-5:00pm age 16 & up July 13, 20, 27 & Aug 3, 10, 17 $130 for 6 weeks (2 hour class) 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). Beginning Sewing
Dar McIntyre FRI 12:00-2:00pm age 16 & up July 14, 21, 28 & Aug 4, 11, 18 $130 for 6 weeks (2 hour class) Learn machine sewing and create easy, step-by-step projects like a pillow case, tote bag, drawstring bag, cute apron, or zipper pouch in this 6-week class. Everyone starts with a simple pillow case to build skills, then can choose from a variety of options for continuing projects. 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). |
Crochet Together
Alisia Duran FRI 5:30-6:50pm Age 10 to adult (youth with parent or guardian) $130 for 8 weeks 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! GAB: Guided Autobiography - coming soon!
Ruby Sieber You have a life story; Guided Autobiography can help you tell it! In this live online course, the instructor will give you prompts to help you write your story (two pages at a time), you'll experience a supportive community of listeners, and participate in discussion and practice of writing techniques. No prior experience is needed. Download free Zoom app to participate. Instructor Ruby has a wide range of interests. She enjoys sharing her love of writing through GAB and inspiring others to tell their stories. From her students: • "The GAB classes have benefited me a lot as I learned a lot from my co-writers’ stories. They also introduced me to different writing styles and taught me to be more creative in my writing." • "Thanks so much for these wonderful classes. This has helped me so much in writing down my stories and improving my writing." |
Stained Glass
Pam Magnuson Contact instructor to be put on Waitlist for class: text/call (815) 236-6205 or email glasswhisperer@comcast.net FRI 1:15-3:15pm - FULL Different fee: $145 for 6 weeks (2 hour class) Pam Magnuson SUN 11:00-1:00pm - FULL 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. 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 
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