Fall 2024 Classes

Sing up for this introduction to the popular vector drawing program, Adobe Illustrator, which is the industry standard for creating logos and designs. We’ll look at tools for creating and manipulating type, shapes, and affects, as well as how the different Adobe programs work together. Laptops with the newest version of the Adobe suite are provided, and bring a memory stick if you want to bring your designs home.

This course is designed for students who have a strong foundation in drawing and cartooning concepts. The sole purpose of cartooning or illustration is to tell a story. In this class, we explore not only telling a story but expressing individuality through the use of illustration techniques that can be applied in any medium. Students will participate in class critiques as they work together, discuss each other’s work, and support one another’s growth.

Take your drawing to the next level with Jim Giar.  In this course Jim will teach basic drawing skills, showing how to give figures form and incorporating storytelling while helping you find your own personal style.  Open to any skill level, this class will leave students with a cartooning portfolio to be proud of and tools to apply to any discipline of art.

Participants will use digital and traditional media techniques to create posters, books, T-shirts and CD covers.  Projects will be based on exploring the 10 top rules of graphic design: including hierarchy, usage of type and application of design solutions to products.  Students will be encouraged to explore their ideas and imagination to create pieces that would communicate their ideas in the graphic medium.  This program will encourage students to combine drawing and painting with typography, photography and digital media.  We will be using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop on MAC laptops (provided).

Step into the Art Lab ready to experiment and create. With some basic instructions and a little suggestion, students will use various supplies to explore painting and building, collage and sculpture.  Guidance will be provided while students have the chance to follow their own vision to create truly unique art pieces. We’ve extended the session to keep the creativity rolling!

Let your little artist explore new art techniques and discover the beauty of autumn in this fun fall workshop. This is a drop off class and children must be toilet trained.

Let your little artist explore new art techniques and discover the beauty of autumn in this fun fall workshop. This is a drop off class and children must be toilet trained.

Create a few little friends to celebrate going back to school with. These happy little characters will have personality and spunk! Using cardboard, popsicle sticks and yarn as the base, add your own personal flair with fabric, buttons, gems and more to make these buddies your new bestie.

If you’ve already got your Fall reading list ready to go, why not create a few sweet bookmarks to add to your experience. We will create miniature paintings to enclose in tiny frames that will hang from ribbons ready to hold your page until you return. Bring your book club buddies to join in the fun! All materials provided. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

For students with little to no experience in the ceramic studio. Perhaps you have never taken a ceramics class, or you have but you want a refresher course. In this class we will learn the basics of wheel thrown and hand built ceramics, from wedging to glazing. Let us help you start on your clay journey! Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

Start from scratch as you learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing! Assignments are designed to encourage students to expand their skill level in pottery making. Decorating and glazing techniques will be explored and returning students are always welcome in this creative community! Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

The binding of the book, just as you want it…how cool would that be? Bound with one of the most ancient stitches. What kind of design would you choose for the front and inside covers of this lined secret keeper? This collection of your ideas, and dreams, and thoughts, and doodles… Join us for an engaging workshop. All materials are provided. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

The binding of the book, just as you want it…how cool would that be? Bound with one of the most ancient stitches. What kind of design would you choose for the front and inside covers of this lined secret keeper? This collection of your ideas, and dreams, and thoughts, and doodles… Join us for an engaging workshop. All materials are provided.

The binding of the book, just as you want it…how cool would that be? Bound with one of the most ancient stitches. What kind of design would you choose for the front and inside covers of this lined secret keeper? This collection of your ideas, and dreams, and thoughts, and doodles… Join us for an engaging workshop. All materials are provided. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

This is an after school class that will allow your teen to work and play in clay without the pressure of school. It’s a wonderful chance to socialize while learning hand building, wedging, wheel throwing and glazing techniques, giving them an opportunity to expand their skills, build creativity and find their voice.

If you are looking to finish pieces from our Fall pottery class, hoping to make a few items for the holidays, or want to avoid pottery class withdrawal, sign up for this 4 week session. Andrea will be available with ideas, instruction and guidance to help you reach your goals. Some projects may not be done in time for the holidays due to drying time and the firing schedule. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

If you are looking to finish pieces from our Fall pottery class, hoping to make a few items for the holidays, or want to avoid pottery class withdrawal, sign up for this 4 week session. Andrea will be available with ideas, instruction and guidance to help you reach your goals. Some projects may not be done in time for the holidays due to drying time and the firing schedule. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

Did you ever look at the wall art at the store and wish that you could make it yourself? Join me for a relaxing evening painting your very own artwork on a gallery wrapped canvas. Consider what colors you would like to tie in from a room in your home. No painting experience necessary and all materials are provided. Feel free to bring a snack or beverage to enjoy. Classroom is on the second floor.

Join us for a relaxing evening painting a colorful vase of flowers on a gallery wrapped canvas. This guided artwork will be easy, fun and beautiful to display in your home or give as a gift! No painting experience necessary and all materials are provided. Feel free to bring a snack or beverage to enjoy. All materials are provided. Classroom is on the second floor.

Learn basic embroidery skills as you embellish a photo of a friend, pet or family member. (Please send a photo to shay@bayarts.net ahead of time so it can be printed on fabric). Take home a unique decoration that is truly spooktacular! All materials are included. Class is located on the second floor.

Learn basic embroidery skills as you make an ornament by embellishing a photo or child’s drawing. Please send the photo to Shay@bayarts a week prior to class. Take home a truly unique decoration to keep for yourself or give as a gift and enjoy a creative evening out!

Create a not so spooky house fit for Halloween decorating. Starting with a wood base, add paint and collage materials to prep your house. Next, We’ll add dangly bits and beaded bling to give it more charm. Your house will be finished with a hanger and ready to display indoors or outdoors to greet your guests. All materials are provided. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

Turn cardboard boxes, and other upcycled materials into your dream doll or tree house! You’ll build multiple levels and different rooms to decorate with custom cardboard furniture, paint and fun materials . A great class for kids that like to tinker and engineer!

Fall is just around the corner and will provide inspiration for our clay projects as students learn the basics of hand building and ceramic techniques while discovering their creative self!

Fall is just around the corner and will provide inspiration for our clay projects as students learn the basics of hand building and ceramic techniques while discovering their creative self!

Create works in clay inspired by the festive holiday season, or the beauty of winter while learning the basics of handbuilding and ceramic techniques. All projects may not be returned in time for Christmas due to the drying and firing schedule.

Create works in clay inspired by the festive holiday season, or the beauty of winter while learning the basics of handbuilding and ceramic techniques. All projects may not be returned in time for Christmas due to the drying and firing schedule.

Do you love expressing yourself with fashion? Learn how to embellish your clothing! You’ll sew buttons and beds, make patches, and stamp or paint shapes, patterns or designs. You’ll be provided with one t-shirt, a zippered pouch and tote bag to express your creativity any way that you choose!

Ever think to yourself: “I wish my plain blue Tom’s weren’t so BORING?!” Bring them along and learn a few methods to paint your shoes that are fun and quick! Bring a pair of canvas shoes (does not have to be a Tom shoe, but must be canvas) or there will be some available for you to use.

Ever think to yourself: “I wish my plain blue Tom’s weren’t so BORING?!” Bring them along and learn a few methods to paint your shoes that are fun and quick! Bring a pair of canvas shoes (does not have to be a Tom shoe, but must be canvas) or there will be some available for you to use.

Ever think to yourself: “I wish my plain blue Tom’s weren’t so BORING?!” Bring them along and learn a few methods to paint your shoes that are fun and quick! Bring a pair of canvas shoes (does not have to be a Tom shoe, but must be canvas) or there will be some available for you to use.

Ever think to yourself: “I wish my plain blue Tom’s weren’t so BORING?!” Bring them along and learn a few methods to paint your shoes that are fun and quick! Bring a pair of canvas shoes (does not have to be a Tom shoe, but must be canvas) or there will be some available for you to use. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

Stitch up a collection of colorful and festive holiday decorations to adorn your abode or give as gifts to family and friends!

Begin by sketching in charcoal, and graphite, advance to working in full color in a medium of your choice. Aesthetic expression evolves as we cover ideal facial proportions and more importantly, the unique qualities of each individual face. Live models are essential and will be present throughout this course. Open to all levels, yet some experience is helpful. A supply list will be provided prior to class. Please come to the first class prepared to discuss which color medium you will choose and with all materials. Class is located on the second floor.

Nothing beats new fall decor for the home! Come try out your painting skills and create three mini wrapped canvas paintings featuring your favorite fall colors & blooms. All materials are provided. Classroom is wheelchair accessible.

Welcome to the exciting world of clay! Students will create beautiful ceramic art pieces inspired by the fall and halloween season! We will create a variety of hand built clay pieces learning clay techniques and using pottery tools. Students will learn how to glaze and paint their creations to add color and details to their work of art.

Create one of a kind clay artworks inspired by the fall and halloween season! Students will journey through various pottery making techniques from pinching pots to hand-building, coil building and glazing. Express your creativity through clay in a welcoming and fun creative atmosphere!

Sunflowers, apples and pumpkins, oh my! Create a variety of colorful fall decorations while learning basic hand sewing skills. Always a popular class!