Enriching Lives Through Art: Adult/Teen Classes
We are offering art classes for all age groups at the arts center, which are made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation. Our Thursday night free drawing class is offered online. All classes are listed below.
All classes listed below will be held as scheduled, either in our classroom or at the Kallet Theater. Please check this site for updated information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
You can also check out our month-by-month calendar to help you plan your Fine Arts Center activities.
Classes
- Five Week Beginner Wheel Throwing
- Instructor: Ann Buchau
- Dates: Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 28 | Feb 4, Feb 11
- Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Ages: Adult/Teen
- Maximum enrollment: 5
- Fee: $93.75 per class members/ $125 non members*
- Location: 3-D Studio, Salmon River Fine Arts Center
Learn how to throw basic forms using the potter's wheel. Your instructor will guide you step by step as you learn how to wedge, center and create simple vessels. You will also learn trimming techniques and how to successfully glaze your pots. Students enrolled in this class will also have the option to come in during a designated time on Tuesdays (6-8 pm) or Friday (1-4 pm) to practice and work on their pieces. (Although there will be a monitor, there is no instructor for the open studio.) Total class time is 12.5 hours with the option of an additional 20 hours of open studio time during the class session.
All tools and materials are provided. Students are welcome to bring their own tools; however, all personal items must be taken home at the end of each class. No outside clay or glazes are permitted in the Pottery Studio. This is an in-person class; masks are optional. Register in person at the arts center or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. *Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request. This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
- Alcohol Inks on Ceramic Light Switch Tiles
- Instructor: Robin Eaton-Novak
- Date: Saturday, January 10
- Time: 9:30 am – 12 pm
- Ages: Adults (16 and older)
- Maximum enrollment: 10
- Fee: $35 (25% off for members — $26.25)*
Add a splash of color and creativity to your home with this exciting Alcohol Inks on Ceramics workshop led by local artist Robin Eaton-Novak! In this class, you'll transform an ordinary ceramic light switch cover into a functional piece of art using vibrant alcohol inks.
Explore the fluid beauty of alcohol inks as you learn techniques for creating abstract patterns and stunning landscape-inspired designs. Robin will guide you through the process of applying inks to ceramic surfaces and sealing your artwork so it’s both durable and decorative. Attendees will be making 2 light switch covers each. This is a fun and relaxing class for all skill levels—no prior experience necessary. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your space or gifting something handmade and beautiful. All materials will be supplied.
This is an in-person class and masks are optional. Register in person or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. * Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request. This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
- Needle-Felting Landscape
- Instructor: Brooke Morse
- Date: Sunday, January 11
- Time: 10-noon
- Ages: Adults (14+)
- Class size: 10-12
- Fees: $35 (25% off for members — $26.25)*
Unwind and create something beautiful in this relaxing two-hour needle-felting landscape workshop with artist and instructor Brooke Morse. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll start with a felt background and learn how to punch colored wool into the felt using special felting needles to build soft, layered textures. Brooke will walk you through techniques for blending fibers, creating horizon lines, and adding simple landscape details like trees, hills, and sky gradients.
No experience is needed — just come ready to play with color and texture. You’ll leave with your own wool-painted mini landscape framed to take home and display. Perfect for a cozy creative break and a fun introduction to needle felting! All materials are provided.
This is an in-person class. Register in person at the arts center or online at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. *Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request. This discounted class is made possible through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant generously funded by the John Ben Snow Foundation.
Free Weekly Drawing Class
- FREE Weekly Drawing Class
- Thursday 6 - 8 pm
- Instructor: Ann Buchau
- All ages welcome
Enjoy this online step-by-step drawing class in the comfort and safety of your own home via Zoom. Each week your instructor will focus on a different topic, technique or subject with the ultimate goal of improving and developing your own unique style. This class is open to anyone in our local community with a desire to draw — any age, any level. To attend, simply email us at sr.fine.arts.ctr@gmail.com to get your name on the list. After you register for this free class you will be emailed a link with instructions.
This class is made possible by generous donations from Drs. Patricia and Jay Chapman as well as many of our members and participants.