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  • Oil Painting for Beginners and Beyond

    This class is designed for those wishing to learn or improve their skills through practical lessons in underpainting, fat-over-lean, glazing and color theory to name a few techniques. Each lesson will begin with a demonstration, students will then have time to work independently with guidance from the instructor. A supply list will be given to students from the instructor on the first day at class.
    Tue, Feb 4 - Feb 25
    12:00 - 2:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
    Tue, Apr 8 - Apr 29
    12:00 - 2:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Oil Pastel

    Please join longtime art instructor Dave Zander for a fun, creative and informative class on the use of pastels and oil crayons in drawing. Mr. Zander is a 44 year vet with many, many years of receiving instruction at the U of M Studio Arts Department and dispensing instruction for the Chaska Public Schools. His class will feature some formal instruction, a look at great pastel works of the best such as Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas, studio time and also simple, nonjudgmental, helpful critiques. Please bring a subject for a drawing to the first class. The class will stress composition, balance, organization of picture space, value, color and texture.
    Wed, Apr 9 - May 14
    7:00 - 9:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Open Pottery Studio

    If you are currently taking a pottery class through Hopkins Community Education, join us at Open Pottery Studio to work on a personal project or continue to work on your class projects. Hopkins Community Education pottery instructors supervise the open studio time, however, no instruction is provided. Open Pottery Studio fee does not include clay. Use the clay from your class or purchase additional clay from instructor for $40. These sessions are open to current Hopkins Community Education pottery students. No Drop In's will be accommodated - students must pre-register. Cost of open studio covers staff pay to oversee studio time. *Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
    Sat, Jan 25
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
    Sat, Feb 1
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
    Sat, Feb 8
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Paint Like Picasso

    In this class we will look at cubist art to better understand it as we recreate a painting by Pablo Picasso on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in acrylic paints.
    Mon, Mar 10
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Hopkins Center for the Arts
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  • Raised Bed Square Foot Gardening

    Growing your own vegetables can be easy and fun with a Raised Bed Square Foot Garden! The class covers: getting started, choosing a raised bed that’s right for you, planting and harvesting advice, rotating crops, and choosing companion plants. Container gardening will also be discussed. Plus, receive a 3-year garden journal with tips, planning pages and record keeping for your personal garden. Suitable for any level of experience.
    Thu, Mar 13
    6:30 - 8:30 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Resin Charm Necklaces

    Resin Charm Necklace with Craft Academy (14-99 years)Discover the mesmerizing art of resin crafting with our self-guided class designed for all skill levels! In this captivating and flexible course, you will follow step-by-step video tutorials to create a stunning resin necklace and charm. Perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters, this class blends structured guidance with ample time for unstructured creativity, allowing you to personalize your jewelry pieces. What to Expect: Step-by-Step Video Tutorials: Our detailed video guides will take you through each step of the resin jewelry-making process, from preparing your materials to pouring and curing the resin. You can pause, rewind, and replay the videos at your convenience, ensuring a comfortable learning pace. Resin Crafting Techniques: Learn essential techniques such as mixing resin, adding pigments and inclusions, and using molds. Our tutorials will show you how to handle resin safely and achieve beautiful, professional-looking results. Creative Freedom: While the tutorials provide a structured foundation, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to infuse your own creativity into the project. Customize your necklace and charm with unique patterns. All Levels Welcome: Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned artist, this class is designed to accommodate all skill levels. The self-paced format allows you to work at your own speed, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable crafting experience.
    Sat, Feb 8
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Sparkling Glass Mosaic Garden Gazing Ball

    Using a bowling ball and glass/mirror, I will help you create a gazing ball to add some sparkle to your garden. Stencils and idea book are available during this 2 evening class. The first evening will be designing and working on your project (with some homework) while the second night is grouting and learning about mosaics. Please bring your own bowling ball. They are often found at thrift stores. *There is a $35 supply fee due at the first class to the instructor.
    Mon, Apr 7 - Apr 14
    6:00 - 9:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
    Min Age
    18 yr.
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  • The Natural Way To Draw

    This fun beginner oriented class incorporates right-brained drawing exercises including contour and gesture. We will draw from figures, nature, still life and photographs. Mediums will include pencil, charcoal, and sketch crayon. Material List One Ebony pencil One 6B pencil One 4B pencil One kneaded eraser One hand held metal pencil sharpener One 11"x14" drawing pad One 11"x14" newsprint pad Vine (Willow) charcoal sticks -soft Masking Tape 1/2" Conte sketch crayons-four color set (black, brown, sanguine, white) One 15"x16" sketchboard (or slightly larger) *All sizes are approximate *Inexpensive student grade materials are sufficient
    Tue, Mar 25 - May 6
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Watercolor Spring Splash!

    This class is for those who want to break out their brushes and capture the fresh color of spring in watercolor. You will learn how to manage edges, make your colors sing, work with textures and strengthen values. Each class is designed to build your confidence in painting with watercolor. Reference images and step-by-step demonstrations are provided every week. Some experience with watercolor is recommended.
    Mon, Mar 10 - Apr 21
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Hopkins Center for the Arts
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  • Watercolor and Composition

    Please join longtime art instructor Dave Zander for a fun, creative and informative class on the use of watercoloring. Mr. Zander is a 44 year vet with many, many years of receiving instruction at the U of M Studio Arts Department and dispensing instruction for the Chaska Public Schools. Students will learn about different watercoloring artists along with painting techniques. Emphasis will be placed on color, composition, value, balance, expression, and technique. Supply List: Watercolor paint - tube 5 watercolor brushes of different sizes (no need for high quality) Jar for water 1 pad of watercolor paper 12x18 (thick high quality) Small pallet for mixing colors Pencil Eraser Oil Pastel - 12 pack Masking Tape Drawing Board (optional)
    Tue, Apr 8 - May 13
    7:00 - 9:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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  • Wet Felt "Painting"

    Create a beautiful “painting” completely out of wool roving. Learn about the supplies needed and process of creating a one-of-a-kind image all out of wool. This is the same process used to make scarfs and hats and many other wearable wool items.
    Wed, Feb 5
    6:00 - 8:00 PM
    Eisenhower Community Center
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