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Plein-Air Painting the Landscape: Excursion at Reid State Park
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Plein-Air Painting the Landscape: Excursion at Reid State Park

$60

with Jessie Lozanski

In this class, open to all levels, students will learn to see the elements of composition directly in the landscape and bring them to their canvases. Open to all paint mediums. Upon registration a list of materials will be sent out. (Park admission is not included in the fee)

Introductory Stained Glass Workshop

$35

with Penny Hartwell

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 8, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
3 additional sessions through Jan 5, 2027

In this one night workshop, you will learn about the different kinds of glass , how to cut and grind glass. We will be making acid etched hearts. You will be able to take them home that night. Lab fee $10.00 to be paid to instructor at the beginning of workshop.

Create Eye-Catching Flyers in Canva

$15

with Catherine Scanlon

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 9, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 1 week

Need a flyer for an event, class, fundraiser, small business, or community group but not sure where to start? In this beginner-friendly workshop, learn how to create polished, attention-grabbing flyers using Canva. Students will explore easy design tips, work with Canva templates, add photos and text, and leave with a completed flyer ready to print or share online. No graphic design experience needed. Students should bring: laptop computer, a free or paid Canva account, photos they would like to use, an idea for their flyer, basic wording/details for the project (event info, business name, dates, contact information, etc.) Perfect for small business owners, artists, nonprofits, craft fair vendors, event organizers, and anyone wanting to create better-looking promotional materials quickly and confidently.

Learning the Elements of Composition Through Landscapes

$225

with Jessie Lozanski

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 9, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 7 weeks

In this class, open to all levels, we will explore the fundamentals of art composition that you can bring to any medium. From form to color, each week will focus on a different element of composition. Upon registration a simple list of materials will be sent out.

Drawing Fundamentals 2

$130

with Michael Branca

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is intended either for those who have taken Drawing Fundamentals 1, or others who have an already established foundation in Drawing. Focus will be placed on further developing observational drawing skills (line, shape, value, proportion, composition, perspective and markmaking) through still life, portrait and other assignments. A materials list will be provided after registration. *This session is 6 weeks.

Lidded Boxes

$75

with Joelle Webber

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 10, 2026 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Learn the basics of box making in this 3 week course. In class we will gain experience with box making materials & techniques, which also apply to making hardbound books. Ending the class with a hand bound box that you can collage and decorate in your own style. Tools & materials provided. *A material fee of $20 should be paid to the instructor on the first night.

State Park Sketchbook: Fort Popham State Historic Site

$35

with Michael Branca

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 11, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 1 week

Bring your favorite art supplies and join us to draw or paint the view at one of Maine's fabulous state parks. Pack a lunch, bring your sunblock and bugspray, and spend a day communing with nature and fellow artists. All experience levels encouraged. Guidance and feedback are provided as needed. At the end of our visit we meet up to share results with the group. Participants meet at the park (admission is NOT included in fee).

Fall Colors Plein Air

$95

with Ed Higgins

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 14, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 5 weeks
1 additional session on Oct 19, 2026

Don’t miss this opportunity to get outside with your fellow artists and enjoy fall colors as we work en plein air across midcoast Maine. You may work in any media you prefer. There will be a mix of oil, acrylic, and pastel painters; watercolor, gouache and ink sketchbook artists, and more. Last year the weather held up through November, and we had a wonderful time enjoying and capturing the fall colors. Register for one or both sessions. Artists of all experience and confidence levels are welcome. If you need extra one-on-one instruction while working in the field, it’s recommended that you set up within eye shot of the instructor so he can get to you easily should you need help. We also found at certain sites that staying in touch via phone and text was a good way to summon Ed to where you are working. Meet up locations will be emailed to everyone prior to each class. Contact Ed Higgins directly with any questions ed_higgins@icloud.com.





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