Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 17 January
Glenview, IL - 10am - 2 Hours
Kris Van Stockum
Do you want to learn how to paint with watercolor? This small class hosted by a professional instructor is for you. It's specifically designed to assist beginners. You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into your own piece of art.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 17 January
N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginner's Valentine's Day Crochet Workshop in Englewood
Saturday 17 January
Englewood, South Side Chicago - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Monica Ashford
In this Valentine's Day themed crochet workshop for beginners, students will learn foundational skills: Choose yarns and hooks together. Learn to read patterns. Learn how to hold hooks and yarn. Take a snack break. Practice the five basic crochet stitches. Begin and complete your first project. By the end, you'll have created a Valentine's Day granny square. All materials and a snack are included. Accommodations available for all learning abilities.
Winter Wildlife Photography
Saturday 24 January
Clark and Armitage - 12pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Photograph the zoo's inhabitants in their winter habitats, practicing wildlife photography techniques in a controlled environment.
Landscape Drawing
Sunday 25 January
Andersonville area - 12pm - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Discover how to capture beautiful outdoor scenes using simple drawing techniques. In this workshop, you will learn how to observe shapes, light and perspective so you can turn any landscape into a compelling sketch. This class is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who want to refresh their drawing skills.
Editing Photos Class
Saturday 07 February
Honore st and Milwake st - 12pm - 3 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Learn how to edit you photos in Lightroom. I'll go step but step and show examples of how I edit.
Watercolor Cards for Valentine's Day
Saturday 14 February
Deerfield, IL - 10am - 2 Hours
Kris Van Stockum
Let's get creative in this relaxed, welcoming Valentine's Watercolor Card-Making Workshop. This class celebrates handmade charm and heartfelt expression. You'll learn simple watercolor techniques, playful color mixing, and easy design ideas that translate beautifully into Valentine cards. Perfect for beginners, we'll slow down, experiment, and leave with meaningful, one-of-a-kind cards.
Frozen Lakefront Photography
Saturday 14 February
Castaway Beach Club - 12pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Capture the serene and icy landscapes of Lake Michigan's shoreline, focusing on composition and exposure in snowy conditions.
Valentine's Day Gift Idea – Portrait Drawing
Saturday 14 February
Andersonville area - 1pm - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Create a unique and heartfelt Valentine's gift by drawing a small portrait for someone special. Your instructor will guide you step by step, helping you capture likeness, expression and personality, making it a fun and relaxed experience for couples or a surprise gift for a partner. You can work from a photo of your loved one or from a real model, and you will leave with a personal artwork that feels much more meaningful than a store bought present. This workshop is suitable for all levels and no previous art experience is required.
Winter Light Photography
Saturday 21 February
E Ohio St. Chicago - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Bundle up and lets explore in the cold and capture the cozy and subtlety of the lighting seen in this winter.
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and magic of the winter season through photography.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting. We will cover topics such as using natural light to create a mood, capturing the sparkle of snow and ice, and experimenting with different angles and perspectives to create striking images.
Human Body Drawing
Saturday 28 February
Andersonville area - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Learn the foundations of drawing the human body with clear, step by step guidance. In this class you will explore basic proportions, gesture drawing and simple anatomy so you can sketch more confident, dynamic figures. The focus is on building skills through quick studies and longer drawings in a supportive environment, suitable for beginners and those wanting to improve their figure drawing.
Loose Watercolor Flowers
Saturday 28 February
Glenview, IL - 10am - 2 Hours
Kris Van Stockum
In this small, beginner-friendly class, we'll explore and create loose watercolor flowers. The wet-on-wet technique is perfect for creating expressive, dramatic flowers.
