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Instructed Life Drawing – Gestural & Structural Approach to the Figure (18+, Beginner to Advanced Level)
“Students both beginning, intermediate and advanced can learn from Francesco’s excellent teaching methods, knowledge, humor, passion for the human form and all…
Fine Art Acrylics with Marilyn Hedlund
Join artist Marilyn Hedlund for a dynamic, critique-based class designed to inspire artists of all levels. Each session begins and ends with lively group…
Hula Dance (Ages 3-12)
Experience the spirit and rhythm of the Pacific Islands in Hula with Marliss! This dynamic class introduces students to the traditional styles of Hawaiian,…
In the Galleries – October 2026
On Display: October 2 – 31 Opening Reception: October 2nd, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Passage A Themed Members Show We invite all Alliance member artists to submit one…
Trick-or-Treat House: Less Scare, More Care (Community Night) – NO Haunted House
🎃 Alliance for the Arts Presents: Less Scare, More Care – A Halloween Community Night! 👻 Join us for a night of Halloween fun that’s all treats and no tricks!…
Mend & Make New
Mend & Make New is a six‑week creative repair course that teaches students how to refresh, reinforce, and reimagine their clothing using both subtle and…
Life Drawing Lounge
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until April 28, 2027 An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating…
Picture Perfect: Exploring Photo Editing Techniques
You already take great photos with your camera or cell phone, but what happens after you press the shutter? With endless tutorials, YouTube videos, and AI…
Watercolor with Linda Benson
Enjoy being creative with transparent watercolors. Linda Benson’s hands-on teaching technique allows you to create along with her in the classroom. Learn…
Master the Comma Stroke with Pat Smelkoff
Discover the beauty of movement and rhythm in this engaging Comma workshop. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use the expressive “comma” brushstroke…
Art Without Rules: Teen MultiMedia Space (Age 13-18)
Step into a creative space where experimentation is encouraged and there’s no single “right” way to make art. In this ongoing studio-style class, teens will…
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned + Game Over!
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned Thursday, October 22 | 7:00–10:00 PM She Calls. They Return. You Die. Enter Summoning the Damned, this year’s immersive,…
Festive Flourishes: Wreath Making Workshop
Celebrate the season with a wreath that’s uniquely your own! In this festive, hands-on workshop, participants will choose from several beautiful wreath styles…
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned + Scary Stories
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned Friday, October 23 | 7:00–10:00 PM She Calls. They Return. You Die. Enter Summoning the Damned, this year’s immersive,…
Playing with Line and Ink with Julie Tibus – Holiday Edition
Get ready to play! Learn to loose sketch florals and then drop exciting colors of ink to create fantastic mini paintings- these make wonderful personal little…
Oil Painting Basics
Build confidence and develop your painting skills in this comprehensive 7-week oil painting course designed for both beginners and experienced artists. Whether…
Drawing Fundamentals (Ages 16+)
Discover the joy of drawing in this inspiring 7-week course designed for artists of every skill level. Whether you’re a complete beginner who thinks you can’t…
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned + Rise of the Undead (Zombie Night)
Haunted House: Summoning the Damned Saturday, October 24 | 7:00–10:00 PM She Calls. They Return. You Die. Enter Summoning the Damned, this year’s immersive,…
Get Hooked: An Introduction to Crochet
In this fun and relaxed four-week series, you’ll discover the building blocks of crochet while creating a beginner-friendly fall pumpkin. This class is…
Life Drawing Lounge
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until December 23, 2026 An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Sunday, repeating…
Homeschool Enrichment Series: Prometheus Bound-Waldorf Inspired Story Class (Ages 9-11)
In Prometheus Bound, students encounter the story of Prometheus and Epimetheus through oral narration, chalkboard drawing, discussion, and the creation of…
Homeschool Enrichment Series: Wise Humans (Ages 9-11)
A Waldorf-Inspired Philosophy II Class Building on the philosophical exploration begun in Philosophy I, Wise Humans takes students further into the strange…
Homeschool Enrichment Series: What Is…Art? (Ages 13-18)
Rather than beginning with definitions, students will encounter objects, ideas, provocations, and philosophical problems that complicate the boundary between…
Homeschool Enrichment Series: Wisdom Without the Hemlock-Arts/Philosophy Class II (Ages 13-18)
Wisdom without the Hemlock is a four-week arts and philosophy workshop built around the spirit of Socratic inquiry. Through Socrates, the Sophists, the…