Instructor is Lena Thynell This 4-week short course will focus on the Pennsylvania landscape in fall colors. It could be flowers, trees, streams, farms and more. You can bring your own photos if you want. Students should have a basic knowledge of watercolor painting.  Supply requirements can be discussed with the instructor.

Have trouble adding elements of fantasy/imagination into your drawings? In this 8 week class we will use several fun techniques to challenge and enhance our abilities to bring some fantastic elements into our drawings. This class will focus on using pen and ink and colored pencils but is also open to other media the student […]

Sumi-e ink painting is a zen practice of capturing the essence of an object or scene with simple beauty and elegance. You will learn traditional sumi-e ink brushwork techniques, then use them to create a contemporary work of art. Ceramicists who use brushwork on their pottery may also enjoy this class. The instructor was influenced […]

Want to learn to draw birds? Join this 8 week class to learn basic proportion strategies, how to create a realistic eye, blend colors for softness and techniques to create realistic feathers. We will use colored pencils, ink and graphite to bring birds to life. The initial focus will be on local song birds and […]

with instructor Ken Plattner — contact him at 814-360-8571 (text only) with any questions. Program DescriptionFor beginning and advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Advanced or repeat students will continue with previous or personal projects. This class is designed for participants 18 and […]

Instructor is Sydney Turner If you are looking to learn the fundamentals of oil painting, but don’t know where to start- then this class is for you.  Students will learn supplies/tools, creating surfaces, safety, layering, brushwork and color theory.

Coordinator: Cindy Hassler,  [email protected] $10 payable each day you attend. No registration required, but please email the coordinator. Open Studio time for anyone who would like to have use of the printing press and get together with other printmakers. This provides a great opportunity for sharing ideas and getting feedback from each other. There is […]

Instructor is Sydney Turner Delve into the world of watercolor by learning special effects techniques, and even making watercolor paint from scratch. From landscapes to portraits, this class is all about exploring interesting ways of using watercolor, learning about the materials, and their uses, and customizing the painting experience. This class is perfect for beginner […]

$15/Session each day you attend  Clay is purchased separately from Art Alliance This open studio is an opportunity to explore handbuilding with clay.  Clay will be available to purchase during open studio time. Community tools and molds will be available to use as well. This is an open studio format, so no formal instruction will […]

Tuesdays, 5:00 – 7:00 pm November 28th – December 19thwith instructor Sydney Turner Unlock your creative potential with Sketchbook Explorations! Enhance your sketchbook skills as you delve into a variety of mediums, from drawing to collage, using collected materials. This class welcomes artists of all levels, and is suitable for both beginners and experienced artists of […]

Wednesdays, 1:00 – 4:00 pmJan 3 – 31, 2024 (not Jan 17)with instructor Lena Thynell This 4-week short course will focus on winter scenes, mainly depicting the Pennsylvania landscape. You can bring your own photos if you want. Students should have a basic knowledge of watercolor painting. Supply requirements can be discussed with the instructor.

Mondays, 1:00 –4:00 pmJan 8 – Feb 12 (6 weeks)with instructor Anne Kenyon Pastel, pure pigment in stick form, is an immediate and versatile medium. Using sanded paper and underpainting techniques, a wide variety of effects are possible. The focus in this class will be on the landscape with particular attention to value, composition, and […]

Unlock your creative potential with Sketchbook Explorations! Enhance your sketchbook skills as you delve into a variety of mediums, from drawing to collage, using collected materials. This class welcomes artists of all levels, and is suitable for both beginners and experienced artists of any medium. Join us and transform your imagination into fun and experimental […]

Thursdays, 1:00 – 4:00 pmJanuary 11 – February 29with coordinator Cindy Hassler Open Studio time for anyone who would like to have use of the printing press and get together with other printmakers. This provides a great opportunity for sharing ideas and getting feedback from each other. There is also the possibility for demos or […]