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Textured Teasers, Dawn Gerardot 2026

Textured Teasers, Dawn Gerardot 2026

Dawn Gerardot B-A

Saturdays 10:00-12:30pm

A sewing/quilting no pattern project that can be hand or machined stitched. Each person will design their own project with help or guidance from me. The finished look can be hung, laid over the back of a chair, used as a table runner or used anywhere that needs a little charge of color. This a very fun, rewarding experience. We start by picking a fabric focal point to establish a theme and colors. A $55.00 class fee payable to the instructor at the first class includes fabrics, batting, backing, yarns, strings, fusor, ironing board & iron access, and in process demos. You are welcome to bring your sewing machine to class or do all sewing at home. It promises to be FUN!

S1: May 2, 9, 16, 23

S2: June 6, 13, 20, 27

$128 HC Members

$158  Future Members

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Ikebana, Ipek Ceyhan 2026

Ikebana, Ipek Ceyhan 2026

Ipek Ceyhan A

Wednesdays 2:00-4:00pm

Ikebana is a traditional Japanese art of flower arranging with live materials. We use flowers and leaves to emphasize the beauty of nature in the arrangement. It’s a form of self expression reflecting the beauty of flowers.

S1: May 20, 27, Jun 3, 10

$94 HC Members

$124 Future Members

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Artist Toolbox 101, Barbara Gerdeman 2026

Artist Toolbox 101, Barbara Gerdeman 2026

Barbara Gerdeman B-I

Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm

Artist Toolbox 101 is a beginner-friendly class designed to introduce artists to the fundamentals of running an art practice. We’ll tackle the tasks every artist knows are important but can often feel overwhelming. Learn how to write artist bios and statements, organize your inventory, prepare for exhibitions, manage social media, and more!

S1: May 5, 12, (no May 19) 26

S2: July 7, 14, 21

S3: Aug 4, 11

3wk $77 HC Members

3 wk$107 Future Members

2wk $52 HC Members

2wk $82 Future Members

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Abstract Mixed Media Collage, Tristina Dietz Elmes 2026

Abstract Mixed Media Collage, Tristina Dietz Elmes 2026

Tristina Dietz Elmes B-A

Wednesdays 1:00-4:00pm

Collage painting is an exciting means of storytelling! In this class we will explore techniques for creating handmade collage papers using mark making, stenciling and the gel plate. In addition, we will use acrylic mediums to create clear image transfers. With colorful acrylics, mediums, brushes and papers in hand, we will paint, cut and glue to build several abstract collage artworks on paper and canvas, bearing in mind the principles of composition as we create. Finishing layers will be added to the artworks with pencils, acrylic markers, 3-D paints or artist crayons.

S1: May 6, 13, 20, 27

S2: June 3, 10, 17, 24

S3: July 8, 15, 22, 29

$137 HC Members

$167 Future Members

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Creative Mark Making Exploration, Barbara Gerdeman 2026

Creative Mark Making Exploration, Barbara Gerdeman 2026

Barbara Gerdeman B-I

Mondays 1:00-4:00pm

Get your creativity flowing in Creative Mark Making Exploration! Discover how unexpected “art tools” can create exciting marks and textures that bring new life to your paintings and mixed media pieces. You’ll leave inspired – and you may never look at everyday objects the same way again.

$10 per student supply fee. Students will bring their own paints and substrates.

S1: May 4, 11, 18

S2: July 6, 13, 20, 27

3wk $77 HC Members

3wk $107 Future Members

4wk $137 HC Members

4wk $167 Future Members

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Days Out: Creative Fun For Everyone!

Days Out: Creative Fun For Everyone!

days out: creative fun for everyone

Come with a friend, go home with a piece you’ve created!

Includes all supplies, complimentary beer or wine and snacks.
Ages 21+, Check our website for last-minute additions!

May 16, 2026

S1: The Magic of Watercolors – A Beginners Guide

Time:  9:00AM – 12:00PM

Wine and snacks provided!  Bring your friends!

This class is perfect for people who would love to learn about watercolors but aren’t sure how to start. In the first hour, you’ll learn how to mix colors, using primary colors (plus dark brown) to create the entire color spectrum, and you’ll learn cool painting techniques that will give you the confidence to paint with watercolors.  In the next 2 hours, we’ll create several simple projects that you can take home!. So fun!

Wine and apps!  Bring your friends! Must be 21+

$45

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