Creature Chronicles: Awesome Animals in Art History | Ages 7 – 13
Discover how artists view animals throughout history from the ancient cave paintings to modern art, and make 2D and 3D animal inspired art.
Discover how artists view animals throughout history from the ancient cave paintings to modern art, and make 2D and 3D animal inspired art.
Learn the art of wheel throwing and create your own unique pottery pieces. Explore the fundamental principles of form, mass, and texture through demonstrations and guidance. Discover how to shape and refine your clay, building both technique and expressing creativity. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Bring tropical flowers to life using a palette knife and thick paint application, creating bold, textured compositions that seem to lift off the canvas.
Explore enameling skills and techniques to make your own enameled pendants. With a focus on beginner and basic techniques, this class is a great introduction to the world of enamels. Â
Let’s celebrate summer themes with a combination of stories and art making. Little artists will love spending the afternoons engaged in the art projects that bring books and stories alive.
Dive into the colorful world of acrylic painting and mixed media. And experiment with brushes, textures, and a variety of materials that will bring your imagination to life!
Discover the magic of turning soft wool into art! In this hands-on class, young artists will explore the colorful world of textural felting and learn the basics of wet felting -- to transform fluffy fibers into beautiful felt artwork. Artists will design textured landscapes, abstract fiber art, or close-up studies of natural textures like bird feathers, animal fur, leaves, or waves. Try needle felting to add extra details and dimension.
Young artists explore the fundamentals of drawing while experimenting with colors, shapes, and textures. Each session includes guided exercises, fun challenges, and opportunities to develop personal style, boosting confidence and artistic skills. Perfect for beginners and budding illustrators alike, this class encourages imagination, self-expression, and a love for art.
Create both functional and non-functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel and handbuilding techniques, and enjoy a sensory-rich experience that taps into the tactile joys of working with clay. Throughout the workshop, learn various techniques to manipulate clay, experiment with texture, form, and design, and develop your own artistic style. With expert guidance and plenty of room for creativity, create pieces that are both functional and artistic, perfect for personal use or display. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Add a little flair to your life and learn to make a mini mosaic using stained glass scraps. The first day will include designing and gluing pieces of stained glass on a square block. The second day will be for grouting. Beautiful artwork will be created that can fit in any space and add color and personality to any environment.
Join us on Tuesday, July 14, 6:00 – 8:30 pm for The Twilight Garden Series: Summer Refresh—a self-care night in the garden exploring aura, energy, and mindful practices in a calm, restorative outdoor setting.
Join us on Tuesday, July 21, 6:00 – 8:30 pm for The Twilight Garden Series: The Golden Hour—a sultry escape where sunset skies, yacht rock rhythms, and chic lake-inspired creativity set the stage for a postcard-perfect summer vibe.

