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Adult Pottery on Sundays

$485

with Lisa Knaus

Calendar Next session starts Apr 12, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 9 weeks

Seven different day/times available, check other listings for evening classes

Come be part of the pottery community at GAC! Adult Pottery is a class where you can develop or refine your skills on the wheel or with hand-building techniques—whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced potter! This 10-week, multi-level class is open to adults and mature high school students, and offers a flexible learning experience tailored to a variety of skill levels.

Beginners will focus on essential techniques like centering clay on the wheel, throwing basic pots, handbuilding, and learning foundational glazing methods. For intermediate and advanced students, the class provides a great opportunity to deepen your expertise, refine your technique, and explore new creative possibilities. Plus, you'll have access to 6 hours per week of open studio time to practice and work on your projects outside of class.

This is a fantastic chance to build your skills at a great value, with individualized instruction and a collaborative, supportive environment. While materials and firing fees are not included, the knowledge and experience you'll gain over 10 weeks will be well worth the investment. Whether you're looking to start from scratch or take your pottery to the next level, this class offers something for everyone!

No class on May 10 + 24

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. 

Full Course

Mosaics

$180

with Ellen Dinerman

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 15, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 3 weeks

This class is an introduction to mosaic using glass and broken ceramics, covering design, cutting techniques, and grouting to create a finished piece. Students will draw inspiration from and work with pieces by celebrated American designer Russel Wright, exploring how his modern color palette can influence mosaic design.

The course also includes a special trip to Manitoga: The Russel Wright Design Center on April 24, where students will experience Wright’s home, studio, and surrounding landscape as part of the creative process.

Open to beginners as well as those with some experience, this class is designed for adults and teens of all skill levels. All materials are included.

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Learning to Paint Again for Beginners

$290

with Lori Sanford Ross

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 18, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 6 weeks

If you haven’t picked up a paintbrush since college, high school or kindergarten — or if you have never even picked up a paintbrush — this class is for you. Painting is a joyful, teachable skill that will open up a universe of color, expression, personal mark-making and visual perception. We will break down the basics of painting, everything from how to set up a palette, handle brushes, start a painting, mix color, apply paint to canvas —even the best practices for easy clean up. Our class will paint directly from life, using natural objects to explore color and composition. Every class will include a variety of time-tested painting exercises designed to increase your proficiency. You’ll be amazed at how quickly your skills will advance. It is time to start painting again, and re-enter the visual world with confidence.

All materials are included. The quality of water-based acrylic paint has improved greatly over the years, and we will be working with acrylic and a slow drying medium that increases paint flow. If you prefer to use oil paint, please email the instructor.

This class meets every other week on April 18, May 2, May 16, and May 30.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all.  Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Abstract Painting for Beginners

$170

with Melanie Delgado

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 21, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on May 26, 2026

Unlock your creativity and explore the expressive world of abstract art! This class is perfect for anyone new to painting or those looking to expand their current practice. Under the guidance of teaching artist Melanie Delgado, students will experience a variety of warm-up exercises, multiple demonstrations, and hands-on techniques designed to build confidence and inspire experimentation. This class offers a supportive space for students of all skill levels to play, explore, and develop your unique creative voice. Basic materials are included, and students are encouraged to bring in additional supplies they want to experiment with or learn more about.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

All Things Paper

$130

with Tamarah Bridgewater

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 22, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on May 20, 2026

Ages: 7 - 11

In this fun and creative class for kids, students will explore all the amazing things they can do with paper! They’ll learn how to roll and shape, tear and fold, and cut and glue paper strips and pieces to create intricate designs, stacked collages, and colorful quilled patterns. Along the way, children will discover the unique properties of paper and use simple techniques to turn everyday materials into imaginative works of art. All materials are included.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Watercolor and Beyond

$215

with Linda Barboni

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 24, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on May 29, 2026

NO CLASS ON JUNE 19.  

Open to new and experienced students, this class will explore the world of blending pigment with water. Students will learn traditional techniques and be encouraged to take risks using different techniques and materials. Enjoy the freedom that watercolor provides!

The Late Spring session will be outside whenever possible for plein air painting. Students will be notified ahead of time if the class will be at an off-site location.

This class is open to students of all skill levels. New students will receive an email about what supplies they will need to bring. The class runs for 4 weeks and does not include materials.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Cartooning for Kids- Early Spring

$165

with Ed Murr

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 24, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 13

Learn the basics of drawing cartoon characters! Using shapes as a foundation, students will experiment with creating their own characters for comics. Attention to beginning technique will be given while fostering students' creativity and character ideas!

This class is open to students ages 8 and up of all skill levels. All materials are included.

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Intaglio- drypoint to aquatint

$350

with Ezra Heller

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 28, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

Learn the traditional techniques of etching on copper! In this class, we will practice drypoint, hard ground etching, and aquatint to develop images with a full range of values, and, of course, printing those images on GAC's American French Tool Co. press. Both experienced printmakers and beginners are welcome. This class is open to adults and mature teens of all skill levels and all materials are included. Students have access to 6 hours per week of open studio time to practice and work on projects outside of class.

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here

We believe art should be accessible to all.  Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.





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