Get ready for the most epic summer art camp ever in 2026 with Shirley Anderson, who’s basically a kid with a giant art supply closet. We’ve got a masterpiece lineup for artsy projects to keep the mini-me’s entertained and engaged all week. Does your school have art projects that involve getting messy with air dry clay, working with tumbled pottery and sea glass and throwing in a little string art! Think mod podge cup- string lights and the most epic pet portrait painting party ever! Buckle up for a week of paint, nails and glue - oh my! Ages 10-14.

Join us for an evening of creative expression with Paint a Rooster Night hosted by the talented artist Shirley Anderson! In this engaging class, participants will unleash their inner artists as they learn to paint a vibrant rooster masterpiece. . Whether you're a seasoned painter or a complete novice, this event promises fun, relaxation, and the opportunity to create something truly unique. Grab your friends and join us for a memorable night filled with laughter, creativity, and maybe a few surprise clucks! Canvas and paints are supplied.

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).

In Level 2 Ultimate Watercolor class, you will continue your watercolor journey by building on what you learned in Level 1. After a quick review of color mixing and texture techniques that were covered in Level 1, we'll jump right in to learn a few more advanced techniques to fill your knowledge toolbox. The illustrations you will receive are printed on watercolor paper and encourage you to utilize all the painting techniques you've learned so far, while giving you the confidence you need to apply paint to paper and learn about water and paint ratios. You'll leave this short, but sweet class with an expanded knowledge and plenty of practice painting in watercolor, plus you'll have more pages to work on after the class ends. All materials provided. *There is a $25 materials fee (payable to the instructor) for this class that covers paint, 16 watercolor sheets that include custom illustrations, experiment sheets and color charts that can be bound into a book, as well as use of Princeton Select Watercolor brushes.

Come join us and paint this charming male Purple House Finch. Actually it is more of a raspberry color, but nevertheless it’s certainly a beautiful little bird. Beginners welcome with step by step guidance led by Shirley Anderson. Canvas and paints are supplied.

Furred, feathered, scaled or even bald pets are beautiful! Please bring two printed copies of an 8x8inch or slightly smaller portrait photo of your pet to class. We will learn how to score, break, and snip glass and ceramics down to shape and glue to our substrate. On the last day of class we will finish with grout. No experience required! All Materials/Tools provided. A material fee of $35 must be paid to the instructor on the first night of class.

*This is a Family-Friendly program, which means this workshop is open only to adults with minors. To participate in this program, adults need to register themselves and at least one child. An adult can register multiple children (up to 3).

We will explore the decorative sewing patterns of the Japanese Stab Binding, while learning a bit about the eastern traditions of book binding. Hammers and awls are used to create this book. Tools & materials provided. A materials fee of $10 payable to the instructor is due on the first night (fee is per registrant).

CALL US AT 729-7323 TO REGISTER!

This class is designed for bokeh enthusiasts, featuring soft, distant lights that invoke a dreamy ambiance. Whether on a sunny beach or a night highway, we will explore techniques to replicate this stunning effect using lots of blending and blurring. This class is perfect for beginners as well as advanced painters. Canvas and paints are supplied.