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Current Art Class Session Oct 23 - Dec 17 Art class 7-week session (no classes week of Nov 20-26) Upcoming Art Class Session Jan 3 - Feb 25 Art class 8-week session, $130 for most 8-week classes MONDAY classes will late-start January 9th; $115 for 7 weeks REGISTER NOW 
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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 (Monday late-start class begins Jan 9th); Different fee: $115 for 7 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 WED 1:30-3:30pm $48 for 3 classes (or $16 per 2-hour class) 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 MON 11:00am-12:30pm (Monday late-start class begins Jan 9th); Different fee: $115 for 7 weeks SAT 1:00-2:20pm $130 for 8 weeks 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. 
Oil Painting
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DRAWING & DIGITAL ART
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Advanced Pencil Drawing
Janet Balboa MON 7:00-8:30pm (Monday late-start class begins Jan 9th); Different fee: $115 for 7 weeks THURS 1:00-2:30pm; $130 for 8 weeks Develop and hone your pencil skills, advanced shading and blending techniques will easily move your designs from pencil sketches to completed compositions. You will be encouraged to progressively design and create your own compositions. We’ll also cover textures such as fur, rocks, scales as well as backgrounds, layout, and design. Excellent for improving drawing skills for drawings, tattoo creation and as a foundational skillset for all other media. All supplies included. Photo Editing
Pam Magnuson TUES 2:00-3:30pm $130 per 8 classes (1.5 hours) flex/punch card attendance Love taking photos but not sure how to edit them afterwards to get the best colors, contrast, and visual impact? Learn digital photo editing from a professional photographer, using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Bring your laptop or use our iMacs to learn step-by-step techniques that will make your good photos into great photos! Class geared to beginner and intermediate students. Intermediate Drawing
Sam Sieber TUES 5:30-6:50pm; IN STUDIO or ZOOM $130 for 8 weeks 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 TUES 7:00-8:30pm $130 per 8 classes (1.5 hours) flex/punch card attendance Take time for YOU and relax with art. Draw, paint, mixed media, more. Art for Mindfulness: Creating a Mandala
Janet Balboa THURS 11:00am-12:30pm $65 per 4 classes (1.5 hours) January session: 1/5-1/26 February session: 2/2-2/23 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. Open Studio Graphite &
Colored Pencil Janet Balboa FRI 10:00-11:30am (Intermediate) FRI 11:30am-1:00pm (Advanced) $130 per 8 classes (1.5 hours) flex/punch card attendance Instructor will 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
Sam Sieber FRI 10:30am-12:00pm; IN STUDIO or ZOOM $130 for 8 weeks; $65 for 4 weeks, flex attendance 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. Digital Art
TUES 5:30-6:50pm age 13 & up -Scott Little FRI 2:00-3:30pm age 16 & up -Sam Sieber $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). Let the instructor know your interest, from digital drawing & painting, to logo design, to picture books, and get customized instruction to guide you to your goal. Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, or your preference of application. 
Student work from Digital Art class
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FAMILY ART CLASSES
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2D Studio Art
Therese Wiser SAT 11:00am-12:20pm, age 10 & up Parents/guardians with youth welcome; $260 per pair/8 weeks Individuals: $130 for 8 weeks Draw, paint, and more. Create from your imagination, and learn techniques to render with markers, pencil or acrylics. Great class to explore different forms of art. This class style is open studio, where students decide on projects and the instructor assists with bringing their ideas to the next level. 
Studio Art
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Stained Glass
Pam Magnuson SUN 11:00-1:00pm - 2 spots left FRI 1:30-3:30pm - OPEN 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 15 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 |
Crochet Together
Alisia Duran FRI 5:30-6:50pm Adults or adult with child age 10 & up Parents/guardians with youth welcome; $260 per pair/8 weeks Individuals: $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! 
Crochet
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3D ART CLASSES
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Clay
Tami McMillan MON 5:30-6:50pm (Monday late-start class begins Jan 9th); Different fee: $135 for 7 weeks Learn to hand-build clay art. Then, glaze and kiln-fire for beautiful, colorful effects. Colored glass can also be added for unique looks. Make home decor, gifts, and more. 
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Sewing Studio
Sam Sieber Times available: Tues/Thurs 2:30-3:30pm, Sat 1:00-2:00pm $25/hour private lessons by appointment; family pairs welcome $40/hour Please call/text (815) 219-9243 to confirm availability of desired dates/times before registering online. Always wanted to learn to sew? Have a sewing machine gathering dust in your basement? Come by Creative Arts to get started on your sewing journey. Learn to machine-sew hems or zippers, hand-sew on a button, add a colorful patch, make a drawstring bag, or bring your own project to get one-on-one instruction to jump-start your creativity. Great for beginners looking to learn the basics of sewing with focused, individual assistance. |