This is a Free class taught by volunteers!

Held the 2nd Sunday of each month from 2 to 4

It is limited to 8 students

April 14: Lorelle Bacon, Pastels

May 12: TBA

June 9: Lynn Underwood, Painting over Collage 

July 14: Catherine Bruggeman, Stained Glass

August 11: Diane Enger, Fused Glass 

September 8: Dawn Dreibus, Collage Bookmarks

October 13: Lorelle Bacon, Colored Pencils

November 10: TBA

December 15: TBA

You MUST call 828-668-1100 or come by the gallery to be put on the student list, no later than the Wednesday before the class.

First Sunday of each Month
2 to 4 pm
Ages 5-12

We invite you to bring your kids by the Gallery for an afternoon of art and fun! Gallery artists will be working with them to create beautiful art around a new theme each month. A variety of art activities will be available to meet the age and artistic level of participants. All supplies will be provided and best of all, the class is FREE! The class will be limited to 15 participants. Registration closes one week before class starts.

with Mathilda Potter

Wednesdays 3:30 – 5
A3L members $150/month, non-members $175/month.
All supplies and firings included.
Max of 4 children, ages 8 to 12.

Come join in with other children and have fun creating with clay!! Learn various hand building techniques and create your own functional pieces such as bowls or vases as well as sculptural masterpieces with the guidance of instructor, Mathilda Potter. Class size limited for lots of 1 on 1 attention!

A former New York City school teacher, Mathilda is also trained in Special Education. Mathilda is not only an accomplished potter but also an encouraging and enthusiastic instructor!

with Lorelle Bacon

First two Tuesdays , 9:30 to 11:30

Beginners and up. All mediums and subjects.

$35 for two classes for A3L members $45 for non members.

Lorelle Bacon is known for her patience and giving lots of one on one attention to her students. In these classes, students may bring whatever medium supplies they choose and work on their own project at their own pace. Beginners to more advanced are welcome.

Lorelle teaches most mediums, including oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, colored pencils, pen and ink, drawing, scratchboard and wire wrapping! She is known for her patience and loves teaching beginners, so come join other creatives and take your art to the next level!

with Mathilda Potter

Wednesdays 11 to 1

$130 A3L members, $150 nonmembers for four classes

We use a punch card system and you may take up to 2 months to use your four classes, to fit a busy life!

Come play with clay and learn to make fun, fired, and permanent pottery and clay sculptures. All levels, beginners to advanced, Welcome!

Supplies and firing are included. Open studio practice hours are also included, and available Wednesdays 10 to 1, Fridays 10 to 3:30, Saturdays 10 to 3:30, and Sundays 1 to 3:30.

Private classes (two hours) are available at $75 for one person, and up to 3 more persons for $25 each.

with Lorelle Bacon

Friday, May 24th, 7 to 9 pm
$40 A3L members $50 nonmembers, includes all supplies!

Come join the fun! Date Night or Girls night out, this is what you want to do!!

NO PAINTING EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.

Lorelle will guide you step by step and you will take home a painting you can be proud of! We will work in acrylics on canvas.

Bring what you want to drink and be prepared to have lots of fun!

You must sign up no later than the Weds before the class, to give instructor time to prepare.

Call Arrowhead Gallery at 828 668-1100 and tell them you want to sign up for Brushes n Brew!

with Lorelle Bacon

Saturday May 25th, 10 to 4
$125 A3L members, $135 nonmembers, plus $20 supply fee

In this workshop we will be getting up close and personal with your subject. You will paint three small pieces in this all day workshop.

One will have a focus on values, another on use of complimentary colors and a third will have the focus on glazing.

We will focus on realism and details. If you enjoy "being in control", then this is the workshop for you!

You will learn how to know what to leave out and what to include from your reference photos.

We will be painting with Acrylics for the fast drying time, but what is learned may be applied to any medium. You will also learn the magic of glazing!

Bring a lunch, notepad and a willing spirit and enjoy the day with other creative people!

with NEW INSTRUCTOR Blair McKee

Part 1: Tuesday, June 4th, 2 to 5
Part 2: Thursday, June 6th, 2 to 5
Part 3 (glazing): Tuesday, June 18th, 2 to 5

$180 A3L members, $190 non-members, plus $8 for clay; studio time and instruction. tools, balloons, and storage will be provided. Students may use their favorite personal glazes or for $11 I will provide Amaco glazes.

Minimum 3 students, maximum 8

From bowls to vases, masks to jars, balloons offer an infinite array of hand building opportunities.

The first balloon workshop will focus on the technique of draping 3/8 inch slabs of clay over balloons to create bowls or lanterns of different sizes.

Interested individuals should have intermediate pottery skills: hand building with coils and slabs, scoring and slipping.

with Lorelle Bacon

Friday, June 7th,10 to 2
$65 A3L members, $75 non-members, plus $15 supply fee

BACK BY REQUEST!

Why Scratchboard?
It is unusual and grabs attention
Takes up little space
Inexpensive to get into
Easy cleanup
Great to take with you on a trip
Easy to learn!

Come join in and learn the basics of scratchboard! You will take home a completed piece of art that you can be proud of.

There will be many references for you to choose from. Lorelle will guide you step by step throughout the process.

You will have handouts to take home too!

We will take a 30 minute break, so bring a sack lunch and what you want to drink!

with Catherine Bruggeman

Sunday June 9th, 9:30 to 1
$30 A3L members, $40 nonmembers, plus $14 supply fee

Be creative and create a unique piece of jewelry using glass beads, wire and stained glass. If time allows we will also make earrings!

LOTS of glass and beads to choose from. All hardware included!

with Catherine Bruggeman

Monday, June 10th, 10 to 3
Priced by project or by the hour
Must preregister! Class size is limited

“I missed your stained glass class - class!”

If you have wanted to learn the basics of stained glass and walk away with a beautiful sun catcher, this is the class for you.

if you have a project in mind that you want to learn to cut and complete, let’s do it!

There are many pre-cut patterns ready to assemble and learn the basics.

If interested in this class, text Catherine at 910-915-9104 for a current list of kits to select from or... send me your wish list.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Wednesday, June 12th, 10 to 2
$32 A3L members, $42 nonmembers, plus $16 supply fee

This unique project consists of pre-cut glass petals and a crystal coaster. If you have a color preference for petals, make sure you designate that when you sign up.

This project is suitable for indoor or out.

Students will clean, foil, flux, and solder their flower. Students will have the option of adding decorative wire or glass beads as well. All supplies are included. All glass is pre-cut and this is a perfect beginner class.

with Lynn Underwood MA

Wednesday, June 12th, 3 to 4:30
$20 A3L members, $30 non-members, plus $10 supply fee

REVEALING, HEALING, RELAXING & FUN!

Through ART-MAKING we are able to tap into our inner knowing. In general, the act of making art is calming, satisfying and puts us "in the moment."

We are all creative beings, and the arts calls to everyone, including those who falsely believe they have no artistic talent!

Note: this class will be offered on the second Wednesday of each month! Different art projects each time, including collage, painting and more!

with Catherine Bruggeman

Thursday, June 13th, 1 to 4:30
$32 A3L members, $42 nonmembers, plus $15 supply fee

This simple yet striking vision of our blue ridge mountains is a permanent overlook!

Glass is precut. Students will clean, foil, flux, and solder their round.

Students will learn to add a lead border and any hardware to hang. All supplies are included.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Friday, June 14th, 1 to 4:30
$35 A3L members, $45 nonmembers, plus $14 supply fee

Stained glass lily suncatcher, be sure to note preferred colors. Students will have all the supplies needed, precut glass, hardware, and beads - ready to hang! Students will clean foil, flux and solder all pieces and learn how to apply hardware.

with Bridget VanRemortel

Saturday, June 15th, 10 to 4
$40 A3L members, $50 nonmembers, plus $40 supply fee

Come make a beautiful blue tote to bring home goodies from the farmers market, or to bring a towel and a book to the pool.

This useful basket is 10 1/2 inches tall with a 6 by 13 inch base that flairs out at the top.

We will have a 30 minute lunch break.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Sunday, June 16th, 1 to 4:30
$30 A3L members, $40 nonmembers, plus $18 supply fee

Two wire and glass bead planter/garden stakes AND a pot gripper - all three in one workshop!

Here is a unique twist on wire wrapping. Students will select from different color beads and use wire to construct 3 unique art pieces to add to your garden. One garden stake, one twisted plant stake and one pot gripper. All supplies included!

with Diane Enger

Thursday, June 20th, 1 to 4
$45 A3L members, $55nonmembers, plus $15 material fee includes glass, prepared glass components, hanger, garden stake and firing

In this workshop we will be using a variety of glass and glass elements to create a “Garden Angel” to watch over your flowers and shrubs as they grow throughout the season.

Our base will be created with a pattern and then you will be able to let your creativity go wild as you design your angel. There will be some glass cutting involved and we will review directions on cutting glass and practice glass will be available. Glass enamels will also be available to add additional decoration to your design.

Our “Angel” will measure 4 inches x 10 inches and hang on a stake that will go into the ground.

She will be a great addition to your garden.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Monday, June 30th, 10 to 3
Priced by project or by the hour
Must preregister! Class size is limited

“I missed your stained glass class - class!”

If you have wanted to learn the basics of stained glass and walk away with a beautiful sun catcher, this is the class for you.

if you have a project in mind that you want to learn to cut and complete, let’s do it!

There are many pre-cut patterns ready to assemble and learn the basics.

If interested in this class, text Catherine at 910-915-9104 for a current list of kits to select from or... send me your wish list.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Friday, July 5th, 1 to 4:30
$30 A3L members, $40 nonmembers, plus $18 supply fee

Our 2nd in the series of window peepers: deer. Precut adorable deer can be hung or set in a wooden stand (available in class for purchase) in your window. Students will clean, foil, solder and attach hardware. Suitable for all levels.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Saturday, July 6th, 9:30 to 1
$30 A3L members, $40 nonmembers, plus $18 supply fee

Precut flowering cactus plant is a nice addition to our succulents. Learn new techniques of decorative soldering and 3-D assembly with this project. There will be a variety of pots to choose from or bring your own. We will be soldering “picks” to the bottom so they can be added to any display or stand alone.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Sunday, July 7th, 9:30 to1
$30 A3L members, $40 nonmembers, plus $16 supply fee

You will choose from multiple colors and make three hanging fish to hang together or share.

Students will clean, foil, flux, solder and add hardware and wire work to enhance your creation.

Fish will be hung on fish hooks to complete the look!

with Lynn Underwood MA

Wednesday, July 10th, 3 to 4:30
$20 A3L members, $30 non-members, plus $10 supply fee

REVEALING, HEALING, RELAXING & FUN!

Through ART-MAKING we are able to tap into our inner knowing. In general, the act of making art is calming, satisfying and puts us "in the moment."

We are all creative beings, and the arts calls to everyone, including those who falsely believe they have no artistic talent!

Note: this class will be offered on the second Wednesday of each month! Different art projects each time, including collage, painting and more!

with Lorelle Bacon

Saturday, July 13th, 10 to 4
$125 A3L members, $135 nonmembers Includes all supplies

This workshop is for beginners through intermediate level art students.

Take your artwork to the next level!

The techniques you will learn in this workshop can be used with both oils or acrylics.

Students will complete 2 paintings to take home and frame or give as gifts. One will be a landscape and the other will be a still life piece.

Lorelle has taught hundreds of students through the years and is known for her patience. She will walk you through the process step by step. Bring a sack lunch for a 30 minute lunch break.

with Catherine Bruggeman

Monday, July 15th,1 to 4:30
$30 A3L members $40 non-members, plus $16 supply fee

This unique project consists of pre-cut glass. This project is suitable for indoor or out. Students will clean, foil, flux, and solder their moth. Students will have the option of adding decorative wire or glass beads as well to make it their own!

All supplies are included. All glass is pre-cut and this is a perfect beginner class.

with Diane Enger

Thursday, July 18th, 1 to 4
$45 A3L members, $55 nonmembers, plus $15 supply fee

In this workshop we will be creating an 8-inch plate of flowers. Using a stack technique, we will be designing a plate of colorful flowers.

This class is for beginners and intermediates.

We will be using nippers to shape our flowers so there will be limited glass cutting. If you have some fusing experience this will be a new technique to learn. This plate will be an eye-catching piece of glasswork that can be displayed as a decorative plate or hung on the wall. It is a fun project. Come and join us.

Minimum of 3 students, maximum of 6 students

Alcohol Ink Scarves/wearable art
with NEW INSTRUCTOR Lori Greenberg

Tuesday, July 23rd, 1:30 to 4
$35 A3L members, $45 nonmembers, plus $13 supply fee

Ability level - beginners and beyond
Minimum 3 Maximum 8

Participants will have the opportunity to wrap themselves in one soft silk bandana and one 6’ scarf designed with alcohol inks. Each person may choose to make a tie-dye like design or use a paint brush to create a picture. (Gloves and masks will need to be worn for this project).

Lori Greenberg is the founder of Aurora Studio & Gallery, an arts nonprofit for creatives who have lived experience with mental health needs or substance use. She has worked with various fiber creations since her youth and currently has her scarves for sale at various galleries around Western North Carolina.

with Lorelle Bacon

Friday, July 26th, 7 to 9 pm
$40 A3L members $50 nonmembers, includes all supplies!

Come join the fun! Date Night or Girls night out, Birthdays, etc.!

NO PAINTING EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.

Lorelle will guide you step by step and you will take home a painting you can be proud of! We will work in acrylics on canvas.

Bring what you want to drink and be prepared to have lots of fun!

You must sign up no later than the Weds before the class, to give instructor time to prepare.

Call Arrowhead Gallery at 828 668-1100 and tell them you want to sign up for Brushes n Brew!

with Catherine Bruggeman

Sunday, July 28th, 10 to 3
Priced by project or by the hour
Must preregister! Class size is limited

“I missed your stained glass class - class!”

If you have wanted to learn the basics of stained glass and walk away with a beautiful sun catcher, this is the class for you.

if you have a project in mind that you want to learn to cut and complete, let’s do it!

There are many pre-cut patterns ready to assemble and learn the basics.

If interested in this class, text Catherine at 910-915-9104 for a current list of kits to select from or... send me your wish list.

Instruction in Wire, Sculpture, Stained Glass, basket weaving, mosaic and glass etching. Contact Catherine to schedule and choose projects. Classes offered weekends and evenings as well. Min 4 students, max 8.

910-915-9104

cathybruggeman@hotmail.com

Paint parties, pet portrait classes, welcome signs, sunflower lazy susan, wine bottle/glass art, acrylic pour techniques, personalized keychains & so much more!

704-756-0874

treetopmagic@gmail.com

Painting with oils, acrylics, watercolors, doing scratchboards, color pencils, pastels, pen, ink and jewelry.

828-595-6007

lorelleartist@hotmail.com

Schedule a private class for your group at your convenience. I have a variety of fused glass projects to choose from. Minimum is 5 students and cost is determined by project .

828-443-5266 diane@timeandagaindesigns.com