Why We Offer Adult Art ClassesAt HopeCAT, we’re committed to lifelong learning and making the arts accessible for everyone. Our adult classes are designed to create space for exploration, connection, and creative growth—whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or rediscovering a creative practice you’ve set aside.
Art has the power to reduce stress, build confidence, and bring people together—and we’ve seen firsthand how transformative it can be. These classes aren't just about learning new skills; they’re about building a vibrant, inclusive community where creativity is valued and encouraged. If you're ready to teach, ready to learn, or simply ready to connect through creativity, HopeCAT is the place for you. |
Open Classes
Tuesday Morning Pottery:
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Advanced Pottery Open Studio:
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Stained Glass Class: Geode InspiredNOTE: Two session workshop
Instructor: Lynne Provance Description: Provances Pieces, LLC , Provance’s Pieces, LLC will be hosting this 2 session class. Session 1 - Design Session: inspired by your selected geode create a unique design. Let the geode speak to you and influence where your design goes. Session 2 - Create! Participants will complete one ready to hang 8”x8” stained glass art piece with zinc frame. Price: $140 Max Students: 6 Dates and Times:
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Stained Glass Class: Winter SceneNOTE: Two session workshop
Instructor: Lynne Provance Description: Provances Pieces, LLC , Provance’s Pieces, LLC will be hosting this 2 session class. Session 1: Design Session: Design your very own winter stained glass. Session 2: Create! Participants will complete one ready to hang 8”x8” stained glass art piece with zinc frame. Price: $140 Max Students: 6 Dates and Times:
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Ceramics Firing Workshop: Coco & RakuInstructor: Christian Kuharik
Description: Celebrate this holiday season with the art of Raku! Participants will select a handcrafted ceramic piece made by artist Christian Kuharik and apply special glazes designed for this unique firing process. Once glazed, the pieces will be fired in our outdoor Raku kiln, where flames, smoke, and heat combine to create one-of-a-kind surface markings. No two pieces are ever the same. Dress for the weather (and to make a mess!) and enjoy a cup of coco while you experience the excitement of Raku firing firsthand. Price: $25 a person Max Students: 25 Date and Time: December 11 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm 
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Oil Painting Class: Water, Light, Reflection NOTE: THREE session workshop
Instructor: Byron Gibbs Description: Learn to paint water, reflection and light with local artist Byron Gibbs. This oil painting class is for beginner/intermediate oil painters who want to build on what they already know! You will leave with a painting and understanding of creating light in reflection using oil paint. The image you will be working off od for reference. Materials included canvas, paint, and paintbrushes. Price: $150 each Max Students: 10 Dates and Times:
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