Classes for Adults

The Art Academy offers an extensive selection of classes to satisfy the artistic needs of adults within our community. All classes focus on improving skills and are taught with thorough explanation and demonstration. We suggest, but do not assign, homework. We welcome both beginning and advanced students in all of our adult courses. There are no prerequisites to attend our programs.

Classes meet once a week on their scheduled day. Review our schedule to find out when course terms start & end, and please see the registration page for class days and times. Our school also has a generous make-up policy.

Traditional Drawing and Painting Methods

Learn the traditional techniques of art in a relaxed atmosphere. Start with the basics and then advance your skills in the areas you prefer.

Renaissance Drawing and Painting Techniques and Beyond

Work in the methods of the masters. A structured program develops your skills in a focused but friendly environment.

The Oil Study: Proper Techniques for Traditional Painting

Get your eye and hand working together. Learn about the materials of oil painting and start your paintings off on the right foot.

Practical Anatomy

Learn the tools to draw and paint the figure well - proportion, gesture, anatomy and much more. Gain the knowledge to arrange a figure in a composition.

Creativity and Composition

Explore your creativity and visual storytelling abilities by developing a well-designed picture in this stress-free adult course.

Comic, Graphic Novel & Children's Book Development

Comic Books and Graphic Novels inform the world of books and film. Ignite your skills by studying with two masters of the craft.

Drawing and Painting from the Live Model

Draw and paint from a live model in a structured environment supported by individual instruction and frequent lectures and demonstrations.