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Brush And Bubbles
with Mary Carter

Enjoy a fun and relaxing evening of painting while sipping your favorite wine or beverage. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is all about enjoying the process. With step-by-step guidance and a laid-back atmosphere, you'll leave with a finished piece and great memories. Bring a friend, bring your favorite drink, and let the creativity flow!
Materials provided.
For art club members, a 15% discount at checkout by applying the code: VBACMember
Graphite Drawing
with Mary Ann Hall

Learn to see like an artist! In this 3- hour weekly class, you will learn the basic skills and techniques to draw anything you see. Then, you will create a 3D finished graphite drawing of your choice. The class is a step-by-step method for beginners that will give you the skills to draw and improve your artwork.
A 15% discount will be applied at checkout for club members using the Code VBACMember.
Beginning Watercolor
with Keith Mills

Learn to enjoy the art of painting loose and fluid watercolors and enjoy your creativity with a clean and fresh application of pigment to paper. How to apply washes and buildups to create depth and dimension to your paintings in a very relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Students who are just starting out with no supplies may wish to wait on supplies until after the first session.
Class time: 3 hours on Fridays for 5 weeks
15% Membership discount is available at checkout. Use your membership promo code VBACMEMBER
Watercolor My Way
with Keith Mills

Learn to enjoy the art of painting loose and fluid watercolors and enjoy your creativity with a clean and fresh application of pigment to paper. How to apply washes and buildups to create depth and dimension to your paintings in a very relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Class time: 3 hours on Fridays for 5 weeks
15% Membership discount is available at checkout. Use your membership promo code VBACMEMBER
Create Your Own Mosaic Pendant
with Claudia Lozada

Step into the colorful world of mosaic art and design your very own one-of-a-kind pendant! In this hands-on class, you'll use an eye-catching mix of stained glass, shimmering beads, tiny shells, tiles, and more to craft a miniature wearable masterpiece.
If you have any, bring along your small beads or trinkets (nothing larger than a dime) to incorporate into your design.
Supplies included.
All skill levels!
Art club members use code VBACMember at checkout for a 15% discount.
The Open Easel
with Mary Carter

Want to learn to paint but don't know where to begin? Join our relaxed group & let our instructor guide you in creating a beautiful painting in oil or acrylic while learning basic painting techniques. More advanced painters can brush up on basic skills & receive help as needed.
Supplies: contact the instructor, marycarter2@me.com
Club members at checkout apply the 15% discount code: VBACMember
Abstract Collage using Deconstructed Materials
with Leigh Bennett

This class is a must for gelli printers, painters, and collage enthusiasts. We will start by gathering and deconstructing our "household" items. Various techniques will be demonstrated to manipulate, design, paint, cut, and rip these items for use in a wonderful and exciting 3-D abstract Collage. The finished pieces can range in size from small to extra-large! This is an "outside of the box" class with lots of space for self-expression and experimentation!!!
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Supply list:
8x10 gelli plate
brayer
well-bond glue
variety of stencils
acrylic paint with various-sized paint brushes
gesso
smooth sandpapers
a bottle
paper towel
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At checkout use code VBACMember for a 15% member's discount.
Brush And Bubbles
with Mary Carter

Enjoy a fun and relaxing evening of painting while sipping your favorite wine or beverage. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is all about enjoying the process. With step-by-step guidance and a laid-back atmosphere, you'll leave with a finished piece and great memories. Bring a friend, bring your favorite drink, and let the creativity flow!
Materials provided.
For art club members, a 15% discount at checkout by applying the code: VBACMember