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Homeschool Creative Constructions

$175

with Sydney Jackson

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 10 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Grades 3 - 6 

Homeschool Creative Constructions is designed for students who have taken Art Adventures or have the basic art skills needed to create more complex activities and projects. This class will allow young creatives to construct original pieces of art and to learn more about painting, drawing, mixed media, narrative art, and printmaking. Homeschool Creative Constructions students will be introduced to a variety of art materials and learn new artistic techniques while reinforcing the basic elements of art. For example, students will work with scratchboard, learn perspective drawing, try their hand at watercolor and acrylic painting, and learn about master artists. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!

11:00 am - Noon, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $50.00, paid every four weeks.

Jewelry Art

$120

with Darlene Hatley

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 1 week

Adult

This class will show students how to make a sculptural work of art out of jewelry. Students can bring their own jewelry or use the pieces that will be provided. Students will have three patterns to choose from to make their special work of art.

12pm - 2pm, Thursday and Friday, February 5, 6. 

Art Adventures

$175

with Sydney Jackson

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Ages: 5 - 8

Grades K - 2

This class introduces your child to basic art skills and gives them an opportunity to gain experience as young artists. Art Adventures has been designed for 5-8-year-old children to strengthen their knowledge of art and further develop art vocabulary and skills. With activities such as painting, drawing, mixed media, and printmaking, students explore their creativity with exciting and fun projects each semester. Both new and returning students will continue to develop their skills with individualized instruction in a small group setting. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!  

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $50.00, paid every four weeks.

Dance Discovery - Children's Dance

$166

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Ages: 6 - 8

Ages 6 - 8 (ages are flexible with instructor's permission)

Dance Discovery is an introductory course that provides children with a space to learn confidence through movement.  Students will experiment with improvisation, spatial awareness, and basic techniques of ballet and modern dance.  This course is designed to help the child explore expression in an organized movement class, equipping them for potential future dance classes.  

Students should come to class in a black leotard and black tights.  Students will dance barefoot.

4:30 pm - 5:15 pm, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 30. No class March 19 or April 23.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $47.00, paid every four weeks.

Modern Dance for Beginners

$166

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 11 weeks

Ages: 9 - 11

Ages 9 - 11

Children of this age have better coordination and control of their limbs.  Class allows them to develop these skills in a more structured approach; students will begin to master rhythm and across-the-floor exercises.

Students should come to class in a black leotard and black tights.  Students will dance barefoot.

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 30. No class March 19 or April 23.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $47.00, paid every four weeks.

Creative Constructions

$175

with Sydney Jackson

Calendar Feb 5, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Grades 3 - 6

Creative Constructions is designed for students who have taken Art Adventures or have the basic art skills needed to create more complex activities and projects. This class will allow young creatives to construct original pieces of art and to learn more about painting, drawing, mixed media, narrative art, and printmaking. Creative Constructions students will be introduced to a variety of art materials and learn new artistic techniques while reinforcing the basic elements of art. For example, students will work with scratchboards, learn perspective drawing, try their hand at watercolor and acrylic painting, and learn about master artists. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $50.00, paid every four weeks.

Oil Impasto Palette Knife Class

$292

with Beverly Thomas Jenkins

Calendar Feb 13, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 3 weeks

Adult

You will learn palette knife techniques using water-based oil paint on a 9"X12" canvas and have fun at the same time. This class is designed to be laid-back and an opportunity to learn something new!

10am - Noon, Fridays, February 13, 20, 27.

Pottery Mug Class

$324

with Kara Bledsoe

Calendar Feb 18, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 3 weeks

7th Grade - Adult

This class will be all about making functional pottery mugs. We will cover both wheel throwing and hand building techniques to create all the parts needed to create a perfect and user-friendly mug. Matching sets, handle making, decoration, and form. Previous experience with clay will be beneficial but not necessary. All materials will be provided. 

10:30am - 1pm, Mondays and Wednesdays, February 18, 22, 25, March 2, 4, 9.

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