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Acrylic Painting - Blooming FlowersPaintingLearn to create a unique, quick and expressive acrylic painting with one brush and a limited color palette. Working quickly allows colors to blend and brush strokes to show, creating dynamic results.Winter Spring 2025
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Bob Ross Oil Painting Evening at SunsetPaintingDo you remember Bob Ross and the "Joy of Painting" program from years ago? His “Wet on Wet Technique” of painting works for all skill levels including those who have never painted before. Find out just how much enjoyment you'll glean from this method of painting! Tuition includes all supplies needed to complete a 16x20" painting. You may wish to bring an apron or smock.Summer 2025
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Bob Ross Oil Painting Golden SunsetPaintingDo you remember Bob Ross and the "Joy of Painting" program from years ago? His “Wet on Wet Technique” of painting works for all skill levels including those who have never painted before. Find out just how much enjoyment you'll glean from this method of painting! Tuition includes all supplies needed to complete a 16x20" painting. You may wish to bring an apron or smock.Winter Spring 2025
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Burnsville Woodcarvers ClubCraftsThis is a self-led workshop where woodcarvers inspire and learn from one another while sharing knowledge of the craft. Participants provide their own projects and materials needed to complete them. Advanced registration required. Students age 12 and up are welcome to participate when accompanied by a paid adult.Fall 2024
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Folk Art: Norwegian Hallingdal RosemalingArts & CraftsStudents age 13-adult are welcome to enjoy this fun folk art. Explore the tradition of Norwegian Folk Art known as Hallingdal Rosemaling. The painting is designed for all skill levels including those who have not painted before. Stories and history are shared as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own folk art using acrylic paint. All supplies are provided. Wear a paint apron or clothing you can get a little paint on.Winter Spring 2025
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Fused Glass Garden Stakes ClassCraftsHave fun with your friends and learn how to make your own fused glass Garden Stakes! Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design 3 garden stakes to place in the garden or special potted plant. Make 3 – keep one and give others as gifts! A great gift idea and a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment. Instructor will bring your designs back to studio to finish in a kiln and return back to designated location for pick up.Winter Spring 2025
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WaitlistFused Glass Suncatcher ClassCraftsHave fun with your friends and learn how to make your own fused glass Suncatcher! Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design 1 suncatcher. A great gift idea and a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment. The instructor will fused in kiln in temps over 1400 degrees and return to predetermined location for pick up.Winter Spring 2025
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NEW! Fused Glass Fancy Metal Garden StakeCraftsAdd color and joy to your garden! Each participant will select their special COE glass, hand cut and design your fancy garden stake. Stake dimensions are 6”x6” on top and 28” tall. A great gift idea or perfect for your garden! This is a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment. Make in class. They will be brought back to the artist studio for fusing in a glass kiln. Garden stakes will be delivered back to the designated location for pick up. All instruction/tools/supplies are included in the priceWinter Spring 2025
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WaitlistNeedle Felt PaintingPaintingDiscover the art of needle felting and create your own wool painting! You'll learn how to use soft wool roving as your 'paint' and a felting needle as your brush to craft a unique image on felt. Design a one-of-a-kind piece framed in a small embroidery hoop, perfect for hanging and showcasing your beautiful handmade artwork.Winter Spring 2025
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Needle Felting BunnyCraftsWool felting is a great hobby with many crafting possibilities. Learn to use felting needles, Core wool, and colorful felt batting to create a colorful, sculptural bunny.Winter Spring 2025
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New! Build Your Own Fused Glass Chime - Make and Take!CraftsBring a little spring feeling your way! Have fun with your friends or family and build your own fused glass Chimes! Each participant will build their personal garden chimes by hand and add a brass bell at the end. A great gift idea and a great way to spend some time with friends and family in a collaborative artisan environment.Summer 2025
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New! Fused Glass Tall 12” Garden StakeCraftsGrab your date, bestie, child or mom and unleash your creativity in this fun and hands-on fused glass class! Each participant will hand-cut, design, and craft one 12” beautiful fused glass garden stake – perfect for adding a personal touch to the garden or planter.Winter Spring 2025
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Paint Like Mary CassattPaintingIn this class you will be creating an acrylic painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in the style of Mary Cassatt one of the few female Impressionist painters. You will learn a bit of history about her and her style of painting as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece.Summer 2025
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Paint Like Monet - The Cliff Walk at PourvillePaintingIn this class you will be creating an acrylic landscape painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in the style of Monet. You will learn a bit of history about him and his style of painting as you recreate his famous painting The Cliff Walk at Pourville.Summer 2025
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Paint Like Renoir - The SkiffPaintingIn this class you will be creating an acrylic landscape painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in the style of famous Impressionist painter Renoir. You will learn a bit of history about him and his and his involvement with the Impressionist movement as you recreate his famous painting The Skiff.Summer 2025
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Puzzle PaloozaCraftsCalling all puzzle fanatics! Assemble your team of four and join us for the ultimate puzzle showdown on Saturday, June 7th, from 9:30 am to noon at Diamondhead Education Center. Doors open at 9:30 for check-in, and at 10 am sharp, the puzzle frenzy begins! Each team will race to complete the same surprise 500-piece puzzle. Whether you’re a speedster or a steady strategist, work together to finish first or get the most pieces completed before time runs out. The top team takes home a prize! This competition is open to ages 9 to adult (minimum of 1 adult per team). Register under one name and provide the details of your team members. Space is limited, so grab your spot today and let the puzzle games begin!Summer 2025
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Watercolor PaintingPaintingPaint a beautiful scene in watercolors. Step by step instructions and discussion on the difference between dry brush work, wet on wet, and wet on dry are included as we work together. This is a great no fear way to learn to paint in watercolors. All supplies are included.Summer 2025
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Watercolor PaintingPaintingPaint a beautiful scene in watercolors. Step by step instructions and discussion on the difference between dry brush work, wet on wet, and wet on dry are included as we work together. This is a great no fear way to learn to paint in watercolors. All supplies are included.Summer 2025
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Weld a Steel RoseCraftsBeginner level Some hand strength is required to complete this project. If you can open a jar of pickles you can do this class. Learn to weld safely and with confidence. Using the TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) method you will make a rose from three steel discs and a steel rod. TIG welding bonds metal to metal without the use of rods, sticks or wire feeds. Your rose will last forever making it the perfect gift. Local artist Greg Kraft covers welding safety and introduces concepts of sculptural design. Wear a long sleeved cotton shirt, jeans or heavy-duty work pants, closed toe leather shoes or boots. Bring leather work gloves if you have them and your creativity. Tuition includes supplies. Instructor provides TIG welder, welding helmets, safety glasses, power tools and gloves (if you do not have them).Winter Spring 2025