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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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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Design Your Own Tattoo Flash Watercolor Workshop NOTE: TWO session workshop
Instructor: Jayme McKay Description: In this hands-on workshop, students will dive into the art of tattoo design, learning how to develop original concepts from idea to finished artwork. Participants will curate a collection of designs and thoughtfully arrange them into a visually balanced, harmonious flash sheet. Along the way, they’ll explore essential techniques for transferring and refining their designs on watercolor paper, experimenting with a variety of methods to bring their artwork to life with confidence and style. Price: $40 each Max Students: 16 Dates and Times:
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Scratching the Surface: A Guide to Decorating Ceramic Art
NOTE: TWO session workshop
Instructor: Quinn Hanna
Description: In this 2-session workshop, students will explore creative surface decoration techniques for ceramic artwork. Participants will work with both commercial and unconventional materials. The 1st session focuses on decorating wet clay through sgraffito using slips and underglazes, applying silkscreens directly onto clay, and properly using underglaze transfers while altering imagery through collage. In the 2nd session, students will work with bisque-fired pieces to experiment with glazing and inlaying stains, learning thoughtful approaches to color, texture, and surface design.
Price: $65
Max Students: 10
Dates and Times:
Instructor: Quinn Hanna
Description: In this 2-session workshop, students will explore creative surface decoration techniques for ceramic artwork. Participants will work with both commercial and unconventional materials. The 1st session focuses on decorating wet clay through sgraffito using slips and underglazes, applying silkscreens directly onto clay, and properly using underglaze transfers while altering imagery through collage. In the 2nd session, students will work with bisque-fired pieces to experiment with glazing and inlaying stains, learning thoughtful approaches to color, texture, and surface design.
Price: $65
Max Students: 10
Dates and Times:
- March 25th | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
- April 1st | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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