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Teen, High School & Adult Winter Classes

Our adult art classes offer eight-week themed sessions in acrylic painting and watercolor, each designed to stand alone, so you can join at any time. These sessions focus on skill-building, creativity, and exploring various techniques in a supportive and engaging environment. Details about class schedules, pricing, and registration are available at the top of this page

Watercolor adult Class

  • Dive into the delicate and vibrant world of watercolor painting in our monthly class. Designed for all skill levels, this class combines technique practice with the opportunity to create your own take-home masterpiece. Each session is a standalone experience, so you can join any week without missing a beat. Whether you’re a beginner exploring the medium or a seasoned artist honing your skills, this class offers something for everyone.

    1. Week 1: Wet-on-Wet Techniques (Skill-Focused)

    • Practice Focus: Learn to blend soft, fluid transitions and capture light effects with wet-on-wet techniques.

    • Painting Project: Create a dreamy sunset over a calm lake, using blended washes to convey a glowing sky and its reflection on water.

    Art Instructor: Heather Clark

  • 16+, Adult

    Saturday 2/1/25

    10:00am-12:30

  • Price: $95 per class

  • No refunds or credits will be given for a cancellation within 14 days prior to the start day of a workshop/class.

    All refunds will incur a $50 cancellation fee.

    The Artsy Backyard reserves the right to cancel classes with low enrollment. A full refund will be issued.

    If a student needs to cancel a class/workshop, please contact The Artsy Backyard by email: theartsybackyard@gmail.com.

Acrylic Adult Class

  • Class Description:

    Our classes are designed to foster creativity, enhance skills, and provide unique artistic experiences for participants of all ages and skill levels. Each session is crafted as a standalone experience, allowing flexibility for participants to join at any point in the schedule. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll find something to inspire and challenge you.

    Skill-Focused Session #1

    Blending Techniques

    Learn to create smooth color transitions for skies, water, and gradients, then apply the technique to a serene painting.

    Serene Landscapes

    Paint calming nature scenes while applying blending and layering techniques.

    All the materials are included!!

    Art Instructor: Heather Clark

  • 16+, Adult

    Saturday 2/15/25

    10:00am-12:30pm

  • Price: $95

  • No refunds or credits will be given for a cancellation within 14 days prior to the start day of a workshop/class.

    All refunds will incur a $50 cancellation fee.

    The Artsy Backyard reserves the right to cancel classes with low enrollment. A full refund will be issued.

    If a student needs to cancel a class/workshop, please contact The Artsy Backyard by email: theartsybackyard@gmail.com.

Teen Class

Teen Art Class

  • Our Teen Class is designed for students in 6th to 9th grade who want to explore their creativity and take their art to the next level. We’ll focus on drawing, painting, and experimenting with different techniques and mediums. This is a relaxed and supportive environment where teens can develop their artistic style and confidence.

    Art Instructor: Cathy Mayer

  • 6th-9th Grade

    Wednesdays, 4 PM to 6 PM

    • Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26

  • Price: $624  ($78 per class)

  • No refunds or credits will be given for a cancellation within 14 days prior to the start day of a workshop/class.

    All refunds will incur a $50 cancellation fee.

    The Artsy Backyard reserves the right to cancel classes with low enrollment. A full refund will be issued.

    If a student needs to cancel a class/workshop, please contact The Artsy Backyard by email: theartsybackyard@gmail.com.

Private 1:1 Classes

Interested in adult art programs but want to do it outside of the group setting or Have an idea for a painting but need some extra support? We offer one-on-one private art classes for adults with one of our Art Instructors.

Pricing: At our studio

  • 1 participant- $250 for 2 hours, $350 for 3 hours

  • 2 participants- $350 for 2 hours, $425 for 3 hours

Pricing: At your location

  • 1 participant- $350 for 2 hours.

  • 2 participants- $400 for 2 hours.

GALLERY OF ART

GALLERY OF ART

Take a look at the beautiful work our students have made in our studio!