Figure Open Studio

Figure Open Studio     B-A

Saturdays: 1:00 – 3:30

While experience drawing the human figure is helpful, all artistic levels are welcome.  An experienced monitor is available to set up the model with lighting & position, and set pace for changing poses during each session. Our studio monitor will provide drawing advice or opinion as you request.  Your studio advisor will also be drawing during the sessions, so feel free to observe and share thoughts and questions.  Model fee is included with these drawing sessions. Be sure to bring your own dry art media materials of choice. Please expect partial draped or undraped model poses.

S1: June 14, 21, 28

Member: $47
Future Member: $72

Talented Tuesdays, Ages 6 -10

Complete and submit our online information form
The information forms captures needed information such as allergies. It DOES NOT register your child in a camp.

To register, go to the appropriate class page, select Member/Non-Member, and Session. Click Add To Cart button.

2025 Scholarship Application
Scholarships cannot be processed without the most recent Federal Income Tax forms showing Total Household Income. Please block out Social Security Numbers.

Please add your child’s name to the “Student Name / Notes” on the checkout page.

There are no refunds for class cancellations & funds may not be transferred to a different class or session.  There are no makeup classes.

Children must be age 6 & have attended kindergarten to register for Terrific Tuesdays and KidsArt.

Staff & instructors at Herrig Center will not be responsible for administering over-the-counter or prescription drugs to students.

In fairness to all, disruptive behavior will not be tolerated during camp for any reason. We reserve the right to ask a parent/guardian to remove their child from Herrig Center without benefit of a refund or monies paid for any/all camp sessions.

If enrolled in aftercare, pick up time is no later than 5:00pm.

Personal items such as music devices, cell phones, etc. are not permitted in class.

*Aftercare is available from 3:00-5:00 for $15 each hour or portion of an hour and must be paid in advance.  Please call Herrig Center to make accommodations: 941-746-2862

Children MUST BE picked up by 5pm.

 

Intermediate Jewelry, (Saturdays) Wendy Thurlow

Intermediate Jewelry      I
Wendy Thurlow

Saturdays: 9:00 – 1:00

This class is for the beginner to intermediate student who wants to expand creativity and skills.  Students must feel confident enough to solder on their own, or with little assistance. In this class we will move away from beginner projects and start to expand your skill set into more complex designs and techniques.  Focus on chain making, craftsmanship and finishing will be emphasized.  Complex soldering techniques, fabrication, texturing, and forming will be introduced.  Tips for creative problem solving will be discussed.  New techniques and original projects will be shown each session.  Students must know studio safety.  Supplies can be purchased in class.

S1: May 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14
S2: July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9

Member: $195
Future Member: $220

Acrylic Inspirations, Kerry Didday

Acrylic Inspirations   B-A
Kerry Didday

Saturday: 9:30 – 12:00

Are you a beginning painter that has been playing but wishes to learn where to go next? Maybe you are an intermediate painter looking to expand and explore new avenues and directions. Or, an experienced artist looking to expand the portfolio, or create a mind-blowing series. That’s my role, to move each individual painter forward in their painting endeavors. I promote a creative environment where artists are inspired by each member of the class. We start each morning with a class review of current work as I critique and provide helpful comments. Our students have an open mind and look forward to new and exciting painting avenues. I hope you will join us. This is an ongoing weekly class with the development of individual skills over time. Sometimes there may be homework to help in the artistic growth and development.  At times we may explore…. Mixed Media, Collage, Materials, Color Mixing, Brush Strokes, Acrylic Mediums, Gels and Pastes, Importance of Underpainting, Palette Knife vs Brushes, Lot to a Little Design Concepts.

S1: 4 Week: May 17, 24 (no May 31 & Jun 7) Jun 14, 21, 28
S2: 5 Week: July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9

4 Week:
Member: $122
Future Member: $147

5 Week:
Member: $152
Future Member: $177

Supply  List

Comical Pencils, Kris Peterson

Comical Pencil     I-A
Kris Peterson

Fridays: 1:00 – 4:00

In this class we’ll paint a jar of colorful pencils arranged together and reflecting their colors through a glass Ball jar.
Don’t be intimidated by those small squares with funny characters inside, they are surprisingly easy and enjoyable to paint. The details and lettering will be completed with a fine tip Sharpie.
There’s so much to learn and do in this fun class!
Supplies
1. Your watercolor paints and brushes.
2. A completed line drawing on Arches 140 or 300 lb cold press paper, 11×14.
3. A fine tip black Sharpie.
S1: April 18, 25
Member: $96
Future Member: $121

Advanced Independent Jewelry, Wendy Thurlow

Advanced Independent Jewelry     A
Wendy Thurlow

Mondays: 5:30 – 9:00

Advanced independent study with a twist. In this class, students will expand on existing skills. Focus on craftsmanship and design will be emphasized. Complex and advanced stone setting techniques, fabrication and mechanisms. Learn and expand your skills while developing your creativity. Students must be able to solder independently and have a design skill set. This is a technique based class. Demos’s will be introduced throughout the session. Students are expected to develop their own designs and projects, soldering independently, design skills, stone setting & tool safety.

 

S1: 3 wk – May 5, 12, 19 Class Full Call For Waitlist
S2: 4 wk – June 9, 16, 23, 30
S3: 6 wk – July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11

3 wk: Member: $111
Future Member: $236

4 wk: Member: $139
Future Member: $164

6 wk: Member: $207
Future Member: $232

 

Intermediate Jewelry, Wendy Thurlow

Intermediate Jewelry     I
Wendy Thurlow

Mondays: 12:00 – 4:00

In this class, students will expand on existing skills. Focus on craftsmanship and finishing will be emphasized. Complex soldering techniques, fabrication, texturing, forming and much more will be introduced. Tips for creative problem solving will be discussed. New techniques and original projects will be shown each session. Stones will be used during class, please bring what you have. Learn new skills while developing your creativity. Students must know safety of studio and comfortable soldering alone.

 

S1: 3 wk – May 5, 12, 19
S2: 5 wk – June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30  CALL FOR WAITLIST
S3: 6 wk – July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11

3 wk: Member: $118
Future Member: $143

5 wk: Member: $195
Future Member: $220

6 wk: Member: $233
Future Member: $258

Intermediate Jewelry, Maureen Shankey

Intermediate Jewelry     I
Maureen Shankey

Wednesdays: 12:00 – 4:00

Sharpen your jewelry design skills. You will be encouraged to develop your craftsmanship and polishing abilities. Bring a sketchbook, notebook, your tools, metals and your imagination. Metal can be purchased in class. Closed toe shoes required.

S1: 4 wk – April 2, 9, 16, 23
S2: 4 wk – May 21, 28, June 4, 11
S3: 3 wk – June 25, July 2, 9
S4: 4 wk – July 23, 30, August 6, 13

3 wk: Member: $119
Future Member: $143

4 wk: Member: $158
Future Member: $183

 

Our Location

Herrig Center for the Arts
209 9th St West
Bradenton, FL 34205

MFS 9-5, TWTh 9-6. Closed Sunday

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