Classes
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Fees*
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Instructors
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Acrylic - Beginning
Fridays 6:00 - 8:00 p.m
These are single-session classes.
Each class is restricted to 20 people. All materials and instruction are provided. No experience necessary! Classes are step-by-step, and very positive and motivating.
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Christine MacShane
530-370-1285
christinemacshane@gmail.com
Register here or contact instructor for seat availability.
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Acrylic Essentials - Beginning
Thursdays: 9:00 - 11:00 am (ongoing)
Each class is designed with the beginner artist in mind and is a great skill builder for the intermediate or returning artist. Always wanted to paint and didn’t know where to start? Is color mixing frustrating you? Do you enjoy painting but feel that something is missing from your work? In these classes we will build on basic skills as well as finesse what you create all while keeping fun in the mix. Participants will provide their materials and art projects and will learn the techniques of making their acrylic paintings go from good to great! Classes are ongoing except for acknowledged holidays so join in at any time. Painters may work on their own projects with Christine's guidance where needed. From time to time we will choose a piece to work on together to develop techniques. No experience necessary.
Supply List
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All:
$20/class
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Christine MacShane
530-370-1285
christinemacshane@gmail.com
Christine takes Venmo or credit cards for pre-payment or will accept payment at class.
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Colored Pencil - All Levels
Mondays: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
(no class on May 25, June 15, 22, 29)
For beginning to advanced artists. This is an on-going class for students interested in learning the basics, increasingly more advanced techniques, and in using colored pencils dramatically and effectively. Studying basic compositional rules, color theory, the properties of light and the application of a variety of techniques and approaches will enable you to grow as an artist and transform your drawings into vibrant colored pencil paintings as opposed to a drawing. Contact the teacher for a list of needed supplies or to answer any questions.
Supply list
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Members:
$10/class
Non-members:
$20/class
Lab fee: Additional lab fee required per class
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Kathy Dysert
707-480-2426
kdysert@pacific.net
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Drawing and Watercolor - Beginning
Mondays: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Choose your passion...drawing, watercolor, or both! Mentoring self-expression through the artistic process. Individualized instruction in a small group studio setting. We will review materials, techniques, style, design, and composition. Individual instruction will compliment each student's unique process.
Materials: Graphite, Ink, Conte, Charcoal, Pastel, Crayon, Colored Pencil, Watercolor Pencil, Watercolor. Concepts: Composition, Form, Texture, Design, Style, Black/White, Color.
Enrollment is limited to 6 adults.
First class: All materials provided.
Remaining classes: Students will be required to bring their own materials.
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Members:
$112/4-week session
Non-members:
$124/4-week session
Lab fee: included
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Lori Tennant
tennant.lori@gmail.com
Please contact instructor for seat availability.
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Pastel - All Levels
Mondays: 1 - 4 pm
This beginning pastel class focuses on the application of pastels as well as blending of colors and creating texture. Instruction includes a pre-drawn lesson.
Class can be taken multiple times for continued learning.
Supply List
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Members:
$60/4-week sessions
Non-members:
$72/4-week sessions
Lab fee: Additional lab fee required per class session
Class billed in 4-week increments.
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Joanne Graham
gundog777jg@aol.com
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Polymer Clay - All Levels
Tuesdays: 9:30 - 12:30 (ongoing)
Beginner and experienced clayers are welcome. The basics of polymer claying will be covered. Learn to create blends, canes for slicing, faux-semi-precious stones, etc. This is a seriously playful class where you learn the techniques for this versatile medium and have fun breaking all the rules. Each four-week session, beginning the first Tuesday of the month, will focus on a new project, such as wall art, covered vases, mobiles, bowls, jewelry or wherever your imagination leads. Printouts provided. Sculpey PREMO clay is available for purchase in class at wholesale prices. Come for the clay, stay for the fun.
Class can be taken multiple times for continued learning.
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All:
$30/4-week sessions, payable on the first Tuesday of the month
Lab fee: Additional lab fee required per class session
Class billed in 4-week increments.
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Sheri Schwarzweller
760-504-5056
sheriwindo@gmail.com
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Pottery - Intermediate to Advanced
Mondays: 2 - 5 pm (ongoing)
Mondays: 5:30 - 8:30 pm (ongoing)
In the ceramics class, students work collaboratively, sharing techniques and ideas to create unique pieces while fostering a supportive, hands-on learning environment. Students must have an intermediate knowledge of ceramics. This is not a drop in class. It is "ongoing”, and meets every Monday. More advanced levels of pottery will be covered including hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, and kiln loading.
This class is ongoing and is limited to 7 students.
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All:
$60/4-week sessions
Lab fees: Additional lab fee required per class session
Class billed in 4-week increments and can be taken multiple times for continued learning.
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Claire Neal
530-876-4181
Please contact instructor for seat availability.
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Watercolor - Intermediate to Advanced
Wednesdays: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
or Saturdays: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
This class is a 5-week course in landscape watercolor painting for intermediate and experienced students. In this time frame, the artist will be challenged to develop a series of paintings with a common theme and subject matter based on the season. We will study other artist’s works, explore color theory and mixing, painting techniques as well as in studio demonstrations. A materials list will be provided way ahead of schedule before the class to make time for deliveries.
Class can be taken multiple times for continued learning.
Supply List
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All:
$60/5-week sessions
Lab fee: Additional lab fee required per class session
Class billed in 4-week increments.
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Lenn Goldmann
530-343-1181
lenngoldmann@gmail.com
Lenn takes cash, check, PayPal and Venmo.
Please contact instructor for seat availability.
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Watercolor - Beginning
Saturdays 10 a.m - noon.
These are single-session classes.
Each class is restricted to 20 people. All materials and instruction are provided. No experience necessary! Classes are step-by-step, and very positive and motivating.
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All: no cost
Funded by a grant from North Valley Community Foundation
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Christine MacShane
530-370-1285
christinemacshane@gmail.com
Register here or contact instructor for seat availability.
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Youth Summer Art Camp
June 23 - July 24. 2026
Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Week 1: June 23 - 26: Ceramics
From hand building techniques to pottery wheel instruction, this week’s activities are all centered around one special ingredient…ceramic clay. This week’s projects will require adequate drying time as well as kiln firing time. Anticipate a two to three-week completion process.
Week 2: June 30 - July 3: Ceramics
This week’s activities are similar to Week 1.
Week 3: July 7 - 10: Fine Arts
This session will offer instruction in pencil, ink, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint. Composition and design techniques will support the student’s individualized instruction. Each student will receive a portfolio to protect their work.
Week 4: July 21 - 24: 2-Dimensional Art Exploration
Graphic arts, printmaking, mosaic, etching, and mixed media collage will highlight this week’s activities. Students will be encouraged to design their own compositions and projects.
Week 5: July 21 - 24: 3-Dimensional Art Exploration
Sculpture, textile arts, and weaving activities will offer the young artist the opportunity to experience a range of materials and crafting techniques. Color, patterning, and design elements will enhance this week’s projects.
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$180/week, all materials provided.
For ages 7 - 14. Enrollment limited to 10 students with 2 adults supervising.
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Lori Tennant
tennant.lori@gmail.com
Please contact instructor to sign up.
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