Adult Classes and Workshops

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Picture of a figure drawing with the figure, a woman, posing in the background.Adult Evening Figure Drawing Sessions
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January 5, 2026
February 2, 2026
March 2, 2026
April 6, 2026
May 4, 2026

Each session meets from 5:00 – 7:30 pm in the CCL.  The goal is to meet on the first Monday of the month unless that is a holiday.
$10 to cover the cost of a model 
This self directed figure drawing session is in the round and features a live model, allowing artists to develop fundamental skills in rendering the human form.  Such skills may include proportion, perspective, and the evaluation of anatomy and musculature. No Supplies Included.

someone trimming a mug on a wheel using a loop tool. The view is of only two hands, one hand on top of the mug and the other holding the tool used to trim the mug. The background shows a table full of mugs already trimmed or waiting to be trimmed.Thursday Night Open Clay Studio – No Instruction
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December 18, 2025
January 15, 2026
February 5, 2026
March 26, 2026
April 23, 2026
May 14, 2026
Each session meets from 5:30 – 7:30 pm in the Pottery Studio.
$50 includes 2 lbs of clay, use of all tools and wheels, firing, and glaze.
This is a once a month open studio work time for students who already have some knowledge of working with clay, no instruction is provided.  Fee includes 2 hours of working time in the studio with use of all tools, 2 lbs of clay firing, and glazing.  Extra clay can be purchased for an additional fee.

6 people showing off their paintings in Steve's Drawing and Painting class. Four people are standing in the back holding their pieces while two women are in the front with their pieces on easels turned to face the camera. the women are posed as if they were mid-painting and asked to turn around for a photo. Paintings appear to be abstracted bouquets. in the middle of the group is a long rectangular table with paints, palettes, brushes, water cups, and other materials.
Drawing and Painting with Steve Close
Wednesdays, 10:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-3:00pm
4 Classes: $100, $95 member
This is an introduction to the materials and techniques of painting and drawing for all students. Working from direct observation and a variety of subject matter, this class will focus on color and basic concepts of form, light, and composition.

person wheel throwing a vaseAdult Wheel Throwing
with Nick McNeal
Thursdays, February 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19
6:00pm-8:00pm
$250
Learn the foundations of wheel-thrown ceramics in this introductory workshop. Students will explore techniques for centering, shaping, and finishing clay forms under the guidance of an experienced instructor. No prior experience is required; all materials and tools are provided. 

Two women in a clay studio building mugs out of clay using the coil building method.Lunch Break Pottery- Clay Hand-Building
with Julie Compton
Every other Friday, January 16, 30, February 27, March 13, 27, April 10
(Note will not meet February 13)
12:00pm-1:30pm
$120
This class is for beginning potters. Learn the hand building techniques of pinch, slab, and coil, and the art of glazing. Participants will produce a minimum of 3 pieces to keep.

An someone's hands building a textured cup with a darted bottomIntermediate and Advanced Clay Hand-Building
with Julie Compton
Every other Friday, January 16, 30, February 27, March 13, 27, April 10
(Note will not meet February 13)
10:00am-11:30am
$130
This class is for students that have already completed the Lunch Break Pottery class and are ready to apply the learned techniques at a higher level. Participants will create a minimum of 3 pieces to keep.

watercolor painted lighthouse with buildings in front with red roofsTybee Island Lighthouse Watercolor Crash Course!
with Brenda Stevens
Saturday, April 25
12:30pm-4:30pm
$65
You don’t need drawing or painting skills to experience the exciting medium of watercolor. I’ve created this class specifically for beginners, but more advanced students enjoy it too. It can serve as the gateway to watercolor or provide a refresher course in the medium. I will walk you, step by step, through the entire painting process and in just four hours you will have a small painting to take home. You will learn to mix the three primary colors (red, yellow, blue) to make all the colors you need for each painting. You will also learn basic watercolor techniques like wet in wet, wet on dry, mingling, and more. With just a few techniques you can paint skies and clouds, trees, reflections in water, the texture of an old barn, and smooth flower petals. Every time you choose a different subject in the Crash Course series, you will learn new techniques and practice mixing colors.

Linoleum outline of a cat in the middle of being carvedIntroduction to Linoleum Printmaking
with Julie Compton
Saturday, March 7
12:30pm-4:30pm
$50
In this workshop we will be using a simple design of your choice to create a linoleum printing block. We will create the design, transfer it to the block, carve the block, and create several prints to take home.
All supplies Included.

session of a painting class in the center for creative learningBeginner Oil Painting
with Charlie Warner
Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11
6:00pm-8:00pm
$150
Explore the fundamentals of oil painting through guided instruction in color mixing, composition, and techniques. No experience necessary, Learn how to oil paint! One make up class will be offered. Supplies needed, list included. 

Oil Painting Workshops
with Amanda Lovett

Amanda Lovett's oil painting of a waterfall3 Day Session: Painting the Nuances of Water
This workshop is full. Email alexis@lagrangeartmuseum.org to join the waitlist.
March 11, 12, 13
9:00am-4:00pm
$425
In this workshop, I will share with you my tips and tricks on painting believable water. No matter if it’s in a vase, a marsh, a river or especially a waterfall, water has its own unique set of characteristics to keep in mind. Through years of observation, and trial and error, I have developed my approach to simplify the process and achieve realistic and natural looking effects in water.
We can work in whatever area of water you are struggling most, whether it be still life or landscape. I will supply limited references, but I also encourage you to bring your own so we can work through any problems you may be having.  This three-day workshop includes a combination of talks, demos and plenty of one-on-one instruction.
A specific supply list will be provided for this class.

Amanda Lovett's oil painting using a limited color palette of a barn2 Day Session: Simplifying Color with a Limited Palette 
March 14 and 15
9:00am-4:00pm
$295
Color theory can be as simple as one, two, three. You will never have to overthink color again.  Using a three-color palette, we will spend two days working through exercises that will help strengthen your understanding of color mixing, color schemes, creating mood and much more.  We will explore how to choose which three colors best suit your needs and I will share some of my own study habits that have had the most profound effect on my work.
The development of this class was rooted in my background working with John Pototschnik to produce his book “Limited Palette, Unlimited Color,” then taken to the next level. I will be providing talks, demos, exercises, hands-on painting and plenty of one-on-one instruction. 
A specific supply list will be provided for this class.

Cooking Classes with Chef Tara Ogletree

Chef Tara teaching a youth cooking class. Students have raised hands.Instant Pot Demo and Dinner
with Chef Tara
Saturday, January 10
5:00pm-7:30pm
Min. of 6, Max. of 12
$65
Unlock the full potential of your instant pot in this engaging workshop designed for busy adults who want fast, flavorful meals with minimal fuss. Whether you are new to pressure cooking or ready to level up, this class delivers confidence, creativity, and delicious results. Learn how to safely operate and troubleshoot the Instant Pot, understand key functions, and create a yummy dinner to taste.

A couple posing after finishing Chef Tara's pasta making class. They are both holding onto their plate of pasta with utensils in front of them spread out on a table.Adult Handmade Pasta Making Workshop
with Chef Tara
Saturday, February 28
5:00pm-7:30pm
Min. of 6, Max. of 12
$65
Discover the joy of crafting fresh pasta from scratch in a hands-on, engaging workshop designed for adults of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a curious beginner, this class will leave you inspired and well fed!

sushi made in Chef Tara's Sushi making class. There are three rolls of different types of sushi. the roll closest to the viewer has crab sticks in it while the middle roll appears to be mostly salmon with spicy mayo and crispy bits on top, and the last roll is mostly off screen but has a pinkish tint that is more than likely tuna.Sushi Making – Part 2
with Chef Tara
Saturday, April 11
5:00pm-7:30pm
Min. of 6, Max. of 12
$65
The long awaited next level sushi making class has finally arrived! This is a course that builds on our previous beginner sushi making classes.
Prerequisite: Sushi Class: Learning to Roll