Art

Summer 2026 Community Education Art Courses 

NEW! Stained Glass Potted Plant

Saturday, May 2
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
CRN# 11059
CFP 016-01
Fee: $205

Explore the beauty of nature with the art of stained glass in this hands-on, beginner friendly class. Glass pieces will be precut and the techniques of copper foiling and soldering will be taught. Using a 6” terra cotta pot, various shades of green glass, resin, wire, and Styrofoam, you will create a plant that never needs watering. If you’ve ever wanted to learn the art of stained glass, this is the perfect class for you. No experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided. Please wear old clothes for resin work.

NEW! Create Your Own Scent

Section #1:  Mother’s Day class

Saturday, May 9
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
CRN# 11060
CFP 023-01
Fee: $125

Section #2:

Saturday, June 20
9-11:30 a.m.
CRN# 60476
CFP 023-02
Fee: $110

In this hands-on class, students will embark on a sensory exploration designed to foster mindfulness and creativity. Each student will create their own personal scent to take home. They will select notes that resonate with them and chose from Base, Middle and Top notes, creating their own personal bouquet. Throughout the process, students will receive guidance on balancing their chosen notes and will be encouraged to experiment with different combinations.

NEW! Draw Dragons

Thursdays
June 4 – July 9
6-8 p.m.
CRN# 60477
CFP 024-51
Fee: $125

Students, ages 14 and older, will explore Chinese and European dragon motifs, then draw the dragons in pencil and pen line, before adding watercolor. On the last class, students will design and draw their own dragon.
Materials list: Pencil and eraser, sharpie fine and ultra-fine markers (or pen line tool of your choice), 11 X 14 watercolor paper (about 10 sheets), and a watercolor set with brushes.

NEW! Stained Glass Green Wreath

Monday, June 8
6-9 p.m.
CRN# 60469
CFP 017-01
Fee: $205

Create a beautiful 8” stained glass wreath using various colors of green glass, small glass gems, and fine wire. The pre-cut pieces of glass will be foiled, using copper foil, and soldered onto a 6” metal ring. Glass gems and fine gems will be used to add detail to your wreath. No experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided. Please wear closed toe shoes to this class.

NEW! Wax Tablets

Tuesday, June 9
6-8 p.m.
CRN# 60475
CFP 022-51
Fee: $105

In this hands-on class, students will create their own set of wax tablets to take home, inspired by the craftsmanship and traditions of Florentine Monks from the 15th century. Historically, wax tablets served as a practical solution for keeping insects out of closets. Students will select a fragrance that resonates with them and choose from a variety of botanicals to arrange within their mold.  The creative process includes each student pouring their own personalized set of six wax tablets, demolding and allowing cure time.

Intro to Watercolor Painting for Adults

Wednesdays
July 1 – July 29
6-9 p.m.
CRN# 60180
CFP 155-51
Fee: $125

No class July 22, 2026

Students will learn watercolor techniques and color theory.  Topics include color mixing, adding texture, shading, and more. Materials needed: watercolor paper, large brush, medium brush, small brush, pencil, eraser, sharpener, and the following paints: cool and warm yellow, cool and warm red, and warm and cool blue.

NEW! Stained Glass Quilt Block

Saturday, July 11
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
CRN# 60470
CFP 018-01
Fee: $275

Blend the beauty of quilting with the art of stained glass in this hands-on, creative class. Glass pieces will be pre-cut for you. Copper foiling and soldering techniques will be taught in this class. You will construct an 8” x 8” double friendship star quilt block. No experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided. Please wear closed toe shoes to this class.

NEW! Mosaic Pendant

Saturday, August 1
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
CRN# 60471
CFP 019-01
Fee: $179

Create two beautiful pieces of wearable art in this fun, relaxing, hands-on mosaic pendant class. You will choose from glass pieces, beads, charms, and small shells to assemble your masterpieces. You are encouraged to bring small items to include in your pendant. No experience needed. All materials and tools will be provided.

Comic Books for Adults

Mondays
August 3 – August 24
6-9 pm
CRN# 60461
CFP 179-02
Fee: $125

Students, 16 years and older, will learn about creating comics from writing a script to making a cover while making their short comic book. Topics include basic comic book format and setting up a page, writing a script, and inking for comics. Materials needed: sketch book – any size; 11 X 17 Bristol; Micron Bold Pen set; 4 pens: tip sizes 03, 05, 08,10; a brush, black ink, and pencils.

Nature Photography

Tuesday, August 4
6-8 p.m.
CRN# 60388
CFP 197-51
Fee: $45

Suitable for all levels of photographers with a variety of equipment, this course covers basic elements including light, composition, and focus, and how they apply to close-ups, landscapes, and wildlife photography. The course will discuss tools and techniques in the field, and simple editing to bring out the best in your photos.

Advanced Watercolor Painting

Wednesdays
August 5 – August 26
6-9 p.m.
CRN# 60378
CFP 185-51
Fee: $125

This course is an expansion of the Beginning Watercolors course. Students will build upon basic water techniques to make narrative illustrations. Materials needed: watercolor paper, large brush, medium brush, small brush, pencil, eraser, sharpener, and the following paints: cool and warm yellow, cool and warm red, and warm and cool blue.