Classes and Workshops

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios is pleased to offer ongoing classes in Pottery and Ceramics, as well as one and two-day project-focused workshops in Drawing, Painting, Glass, Basketry, and other mediums. Our well-appointed multi-purpose classroom is adjacent to our Clay and Glass studios. Please click on the button at the bottom of any of our current classes and workshops below, to be taken to a downloadable .pdf with all the details.

To register for Classes and Workshops, come by or call Arrowhead Gallery and Studios at 78C Catawba Street in Old Fort NC, or call and register over the phone at (828) 668-1100. Registration for classes and workshops is not available on this website at this time. 

Our Policies:

Participants must be at least 16 years of age; younger students are welcome, but must be accompanied by a parent, who also must register for the class or workshop. Kids Clay classes are an exception.

If the minimum number of students signing up for a workshop is not met, the instructor has the choice of holding the workshop or cancelling. If cancelled, the workshop fee can be refunded or may be applied towards another workshop. Arrowhead Gallery and Studios follows the McDowell County School system for weather-related closures and cancellations.

"A true artist is not one who is inspired; but one who inspires others." -Salvador Dali

Ongoing Classes

  • FREE Sunday Artists

    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

    December 15: Catherine Bruggeman, Wire Ornaments

    January 12: Lorelle Bacon-Pastels

    February 11: Catherine Bruggeman-Wire linked Hears with Beads

    You MUST email galleryarrowheadart@gmail.com to be put on the student list, no later than the Wednesday before the class.

  • FREE Kids’ Art Class

    Sunday, December 22nd

    from 2-4
    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 ornaments just in time for the holidays! All supplies will be provided and best of all, the class is FREE!

    Only 10 spots available so register today!.

  • Tuesday Morning Classes

    with Lorelle Bacon

    Classes Resume on January 7th and 14th!

    First two Tuesdays , 9:30 to 11:30

    Beginners and up. All mediums and subjects.

    $40 for two classes for A3L members $50 for non members.

    These classes are for anyone, from beginner to intermediate, that wants to begin creating art or improve on what they already know! Lorelle is known for her patience and will work with you to reach your artistic goals. She teaches watercolor, oils, acrylics, pastels, colored pencils, pen and ink, graphite and scratch board. Beginners will start with the most important basics. Others may bring in a piece they are struggling with, something they want to do but don’t know where to start or if wanting to learn a new medium.

Upcoming Workshops

  • Wire Wrap Triskelion Pendant

    With Instructor, Sue Morgan

    Saturday, December 14th from 1-4

    $35 A3L Members, $45 Nonmembers (All Supplies Included)

    Minimum: 3 Maximum: 4

    In this class we will be using wire to create a unique pendant . You will be able to choose a leather cord or chain for your unique creation.

    This pendant would be a great gift for him or her!

  • OPEN GLASS STUDIO!

    with Catherine Bruggeman

    Monday, December 16th November 24th, 10 to 3

    Class is limited to 5.

    Last minute gifts or ornaments!

    Catherine will give you the cost when you contact her as to what you want to do!

    “I missed your stained glass class-class!”

    Must pre-register! Class size is limited.

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

    if you have a project and need assistance, this is your time!

    If you missed a previous class, this is the class for you! 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 list of kits to select from or send me your ideas!

  • Art with Heart

    with Lori Greenberg

    Tuesday, December 17th, 2 to 4
    $25 A3L members, $35 nonmembers, plus $10 supply fee

    Ability level - beginners and beyond

    Minimum 3 Maximum 8

    Come join us as we come together in community to dust off some of our hurricane sorrows.

    “Art washes away the dust of everyday life.” —-Picasso

    We’ll create a mixed media hummingbird which symbolzes JOY—as we tranport ourselves toward Joy-Healing-Relaxing- Fun!

  • Pine Tree Sun Catcher

    with Catherine Bruggeman

    Thursday, December 19th

    $42 A3L members, $32 nonmembers, plus $14 supply fee

    Minimum: 3 Max: 8

    This cute and funky, tall pine tree will look good all year long! The sun catcher has pre-cut glass, but is assembled and personalized to your taste and creativity. Trees are approximately 9 ½ inches tall. Students will clean, foil, flux, solder and decorate their tree with wire scrollwork and glass beads.

    If interested in this class, text Catherine at 910-915-9104 .

  • Chrstmas Kitty Painting

    with Lisa Hines

    Thursday, December 19th from 6-9
    $25 A3L members, $35 nonmembers, plus $10 supply fee

    Minimum:2 Maximum: 20

    Join instructor Lisa Hines as she walks you through creating this adorable painting on an 11×14 wrapped canvas. The medium will be acrylic paints.

    What a sweet gift this would make or an adorable annual decoration for your home!

  • Painting with a Palette Knife

    with Lorelle Bacon

    Friday, Decmeber 20th from 1 to 5
    $65 A3L members, $75 nonmembers, plus $20 supply fee

    In this ½ day class, we will be working with acrylics, however, the same techniques may also be used with oil paints.

    Come learn and have fun while learning some techniques on how to paint with a Pallette knife!

    We will complete a 16×20 painting on canvas.

    Palette knife paintings have depth you don’t get with a brush. We will also talk about colors that work well together and more!

  • 2 Small Moravian Stars (or 1 Medium)

    with Catherine Bruggeman

    Saturday , December 21st, 1 to 4:30
    A3L members $32, $42 nonmembers, plus $12 supply fee

    Minimum:3 Max: 8

    Beautiful three dimensional Moravian Stars! You choose the color glass. Pieces are pre-cut and ready for assembly. Students will clean,copper foil, solder and personalize their stars with added glass, beads and scrollwork. You can choose to do two small or one medium star. Please indicate color and size when signing up.

    If interested in this class, text Catherine at 910-915-9104 .

  • OPEN GLASS STUDIO!

    with Catherine Bruggeman

    Monday, December 30th, 10 to 3
    Priced by project or by the hour

    Must preregister! Class size is limited to 5

    “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 and need assistance, this is your time!

    If you missed a previous class, this is the class for you!

    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 ideas!

  • Holiday Gnome Lean Board

    with Lisa Hines

    Saturday, December 22nd from 4-6
    $20 A3L members, $30 nonmembers, plus $25 supply fee

    Join instructor Lisa Hines as when walks you through creating a holiday Gnome leaning board—a great addition to your holiday decorations inside or out!

    The board is about 4 feet tall and wooden.

    Do you know someone who loves gnomes? Tell them about the class!

  • Sunflower Lazy Susan

    with Insturctor, Lisa Hines

    Sunday, December 29th 1-4pm
    $25 A3L members, $35 non-members, plus $30 supply fee

    Minimum 2

    LOTS TO CHOOSE FROM!

    Students will choose 2 ornaments to create, can be used for a tree or in a window. Add personality with added glass beads and wire scrolls.

    Students will clean, foil, flux, solder and add embellishments to ornaments. Many precut glass ornaments to choose from.

  • Mr Winter Snowman

    with Instructor, Lisa Hines

    Thursday, January 9th from 6-9 pm

    $25 A3L Members, $35 non-members plus $10 Supply Fee

    Minimum:2 Maximum: 20

    Join instructor Lisa Hines for a fun evening of painting.

    She will show you step by step how to create this magical snowman on an 11×14 wrapped canvas using acrylic paint.


Private Group Classes

Birthdays, GNO, Bachelorette, Family Reunions, etc.
Imagine how much fun it will be for the group to take a class together!
Lots of classes to choose from that are available days, nights & weekends