We offer “Classes in a Series”, “Youth Classes” and “One and Two Day Workshops”. All Classes and Workshops must be paid for in full before the class starts for you to be registered. See descriptions, dates and times of individual classes below.

For more information and supply lists, please email: acworthartsalliance@gmail.com

Classes in a Series (3-8 weeks)

Our classes in a series repeat throughout the year. There is usually a week off in-between sessions. The length of the sessions may vary. Classes and workshops are listed by day of the week…

( One & Two Day Workshops and Youth Classes listed after Classes in a Series)

Paint What you love- Monday Mornings

With Kathy Rennell Forbes

Mondays, March 16 - May 18 (8 weeks No class 3/23 or 5/4) 10:00AM-1:00PM

Cost: $245- (Prior Watercolor Experience Please) Minimum 6/Maximum 18

LOCATION: This class will take place at the Rosenwald School, 4410 Cherokee Street, Acworth, GA 30101

DESCRIPTION:

Students will focus on creating a series of paintings with a common theme. Each student will select their own theme so they become very familiar with the subject matter and their medium of choice. Students can work in watercolor, acrylic or oil. Instructor will start each class with a demonstration (subjects based on student input), then assist each student individually and offer critiques (if desired). Prior painting experience highly encouraged, this is NOT a beginning class. Returning students will build on skills previously developed. Bring your current paints (warm and cool of each primary) and supplies, an assessment will be done to determine if additional items are needed.

Please email questions to Kathy at: ArtbyKRF@mindspring.com

painting your travels in watercolor- Monday Afternoon

With Kathy Rennell Forbes

Mondays, March 16 - May 18 (8 weeks No class 3/23 or 5/4) 1:30-4:30PM

Cost: $245- (Prior Watercolor Experience Please) Minimum 6/Maximum 18

LOCATION: This class will take place at the Rosenwald School, 4410 Cherokee Street, , Acworth, GA 30101

DESCRIPTION:

Students will create paintings in watercolor inspired by their travel photos or sketches. Instructor will start each class with a demonstration, then assist each student individually and offer critiques (if desired). Prior watercolor experience highly encouraged, this in NOT a beginning class. Returning students will build on skills previously developed. Bring your current watercolors (warm and cool of each primary) and supplies, an assessment will be done to determine if additional items are needed.

Please email questions to Kathy at: ArtbyKRF@mindspring.com

beginning & Intermediate WATERCOLOR- Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday

With Helen Hamerton

BEGINNING WATERCOLOR- Mondays, February 23rd - March 30th (6 weeks) 1:00-3:00p.m.

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR- Tuesdays, February 24th - March 31st (6 weeks) 1:00-3:00p.m.

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR- Wednesdays, February 25th - April 1st (6 weeks) 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m.

Cost: $140- per 6 week session

Ages 16 and up. (Class size limited to 7)

Supply List available upon registration.

DESCRIPTION: Helen has been teaching watercolor over the past 20 years in Europe and North America. Helen is inspired by working with people new to painting to help them produce something beautiful or meaningful from a blank sheet of paper. This class is designed for adult beginners who would like to learn the basics of working with watercolors. A variety of techniques will be introduced. You will learn how to use the pigments, brushes and paper to create beautiful paintings. Repeat students may bring their own paintings to work on. Beginning Watercolor- Monday’s. Intermediate (Previous experience in Helen’s Classes)- Tuesday’s & Wednesday’s

Please email questions to Helen at: helen.hamerton1@gmail.com

ACRYLIC PAINTING classes- Tuesday Mornings

With Neil Lorenzo

Beginning Acrylics- Tuesdays, February 24 - March 31st (6 weeks) 10-12

Cost: $140- per 6 week session

Minimum 4/Maximum 8 per class, Ages 16 & older

Description: This class is perfect for beginners and beyond- It is geared toward beginners who have never painted before or those who have little experience, as well as those with some painting experience. Neil will discuss on Gesso, Painting Surface Preparation, Paper, Panel, Canvas, Paint Theory, Brush Usage, Practice Mixing Paints, Using Brushes and be available to guide those with previous painting experience. You can progress with this class. Benefit from Neil’s vast knowledge and enthusiasm of painting in Acrylics. Email questions to Neil: jnlorenz0307@gmail.com

Supplies needed: Paints- Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Medium, Cadmium Red, Ultramarine Blue, Burnt Umber (Buy the best paint you can afford- Liquitex or Golden are suggested). Brushes- No. 00 Fan, No. 4 Flat, No. 2 Flat, No. 8 Round, No. 1 Liner, Water container. You will decide during the first couple of weeks what surface you will need to get to paint on based on the information Neil shares.

Intermediate to advanced hand built pottery- Tuesday Evenings

With Maria Starr

Tuesday’s- 6:30-8:30pm

February 3 - 24 (4 weeks), March 10 - 31 (4 weeks), April 7 - 28 (4 weeks)

$85 per 3 week session, $110 per person for 4 week session, $140 per 5 week session.

Class size limited to 4.

Description: This class is for those who have a lot of experience in clay or have taken several of our beginner classes. In this 4 week class, we will focus on creating different glazing techniques and surface textures. You will learn and try different clay bodies, as well as different firing temperatures. Students will have several pieces to take home and show off, at the end of this session. All supplies and firings are included. Students will also learn about firing pottery during this class.

Drawing Fundamentals- Wednesday Afternoons

With Beth Cullen

Wednesdays, 1-3pm- February 25th - April 1st (6 weeks)

Cost: $140- per 6 week session. Supply List Required.

Minimum 4/Maximum 8 in class

About Beth: Beth is a professional artist who loves to teach. Questions- email Beth at: questionforbeth@gmail.com Instagram- @bethcullen Website: bethblackwellcullen.faso.com

DESCRIPTION:

This drawing course introduces fundamental principles and techniques of drawing as an art form. You will learn classic drawing concepts in fun and exciting ways that will broaden your knowledge, develop your skills and increase your confidence. Each week we will learn new ways of developing hand-eye coordination and the ability to draw from observation. This is a progressive class. Each new session will continue on from where we left off at the end of a previous session, as well as introducing the fundamental principles to new students.

Glass Fusing and Slumping- Wednesday Afternoons

With Teresa Barnes

Wednesdays 1:00-3:00

January 14-28 (3 weeks), February 4,11,25 (3 weeks), March 4-25 (4 weeks), April 15-29 (3 weeks)

Cost:$85 per person (3 week session), $120 per person (4 week session)

All Supplies Included

Minimum 2/ Maximum 4 Students per session. Adults 21 and over please.

This class will take place in Teresa’s Glass Studio in Marietta, GA.

About Teresa: Teresa has been creating fused and slumped glass pieces for the past 17+ years. She has won numerous awards in various Cobb County Art organizations. She loves sharing her knowledge of glass techniques. Email questions to: teresadbarnes@gmail.com

DESCRIPTION:

This class is for beginners as well as those with prior experience. In this class you will create masterpieces with glass fusing. Glass pieces are first cut and layered, then fused in a kiln. Your creations can then be placed in a mold and fired again to change the shape. You will have one of a kind works of art when you are finished.

OPEN STUDIO- Thursday Mornings

With Christy Hayes

Thursdays, February 26th - April 2nd (6 weeks) 10:00-12:00

Cost: $60- per 6 week session

Adults 16 & Older. (Minimum 4/ Maximum 8)

DESCRIPTION:

If you are just beginning, or getting back to painting, come join us in a fun studio atmosphere class. You will work at your own pace and paint what you want. The Instructor will be there to guide you and answer questions. Open to all skill levels, beginner to advanced, working in any medium you wish. Bring your own supplies. (If using Oil Paints, please use odorless products.)

Oil painting- alla prima style- Friday Mornings

With Gary Baughman

“Landscape Painting in Oil”

Fridays, February 27 - April 3rd (6 weeks) 9:00-12:00

Cost: $140- Ages 18 and up. (Class Size limited to 8)

Supply List available upon registration.

DESCRIPTION:

Painting the Landscape in Oils- Enjoy the thrill of seeing a beautiful painting taking shape on the canvas in front of you. Gary Baughman will be conducting this five-week course. If you have never painted a landscape or are not confident in painting accurate shapes, this is for you.

Gary begins each class with a short demonstration/discussion. Following this, he offers assistance at your easel. Plan to have 6 canvases size 8x10, 9x12 or 11x14 for this session. We will work on a different painting (your choice of subject) each week. If you have never painted in oil, working on landscape paintings is an excellent way to learn how to use the medium. Some of the subjects included in the discussions: simplification of subject, value sketching, composition within the painting surface, value block in, standard color schemes, color mixing, painterly" paint application, simplification of subject, glazing techniques, varnishing, framing. A positive learning critique of each student's work is given at the conclusion of each class.

If you have questions, contact instructor:  770-313-4921 voice mail or email questions to Gary at: gjbman@bellsouth.net

Gary’s Website: www.garybaughman.biz

One & Two Day Workshops

(Youth Classes listed after One & Two Day Workshops)

Pastel Workshop- Thursdays or Fridays

With Beth Cullen

Thursday, March 5- 12:30-3:30 (One day workshop)

Friday- April 10- 12:30-3:15 (One Day Workshop- Landscape)

Choose your muse: apple, pear or peppers. Paint one, two or all four if you're feeling adventurous! We'll begin with an alcohol-washed underpainting using hard pastels, then build luminous color with soft pastels on top. Expect bold starts and colorful surprises! This is a beginner friendly workshop with step by step guidance and all materials included.

May 15 (floral), June 19 (still life)- 12:30-3:15 (One day workshop) Images coming soon

Cost: $85 per person/per workshop. All Supplies Included.

Ages 16 & up. Minimum 4/Maximum 8 per class.

Description: Discover the vibrant world of pastels! In this workshop, we will learn how to use an alcohol wash underpainting to set up our soft pastel painting for success! We will begin with a few thumbnail sketches to establish our lights and darks. Next we will create several smaller paintings with a variety of color schemes, then you'll choose one to paint larger. Bring your sketchbook and pencil and we'll provide the rest! Beginners welcome! Note: you are welcome to bring your own pastels if you have them. 

Questions can be directed to: saraheblackwell@gmail.com

Landscape Oil Painting Workshop-Saturdays

With Cat Nibarger

Saturdays, 10am-2pm

February 14, March 14, April 11

Cost: $60- per person. All Supplies Included. (Class size limited to 8)

Ages 16 and up or Age 10 and up if accompanied by an adult.

DESCRIPTION:

This is a one day oil painting class, using a Wet on Wet painting technique. You will complete your very own painting with step by step instruction during this class. Please bring an apron or something to wear over your clothes- or wear something you don’t mind getting paint on. Please bring a bag lunch and a beverage. We will take a short lunch break. Water and a light snack will be available.

Hand Built Pottery - Tuesday Afternoon or Saturday Afternoon

With Maria Starr

Two Day session on Tuesdays from 4:00-6:00PM

January 20 & 27, February 3 & 10, March 10 & 17, April 14 & 21

Two Day session on Saturdays from 3:30-5:30PM

January 24 & 31, February 21 & 28, March 14 & 21

Cost: $55 - per person All Supplies Included. Class size limited to 6.

DESCRIPTION:

The first day of this 2 day workshop you will create things in clay- animals, pinch pots, the sky is the limit! Maria will fire your pieces in her kiln and will bring them back for the second class so you can glaze them. Maria will take them and fire them in her kiln again after you have glazed them. They will be brought back to the Art House after the second firing for you to pick-up. No previous experience needed. This class is for 16 years old and up.

Alcohol Inks WORKSHOP- Saturday Afternoons

With Maria Starr

Saturdays-Coming again soon!

Cost: $50- per person/per class. Supplies Included.

Adults 16 and Over. Minimum 4/ Maximum 8

Description: Alcohol inks are vibrant, shiny and easy to do. If you are curious about how to use them, Maria will show you some tricks. You will go home with some beautiful creations.

Please bring a Smock or wear something you don’t mind getting ink on. If desired, bring 1 glass or porcelain container (a plain or clear vase or mug from the Dollar Store) to apply alcohol inks to.

Drawing From Nature Workshop- Saturdays

With Sheena Dickerson

Saturday, 10am-2:30ish (One Day Workshop)

Coming Again in 2026

Cost: $85 per person

Minimum 2/Maximum 8. Ages 16 and older.

Please bring a lunch, snack and beverage.

Description: In this one day workshop we will start in the classroom with an introduction to concepts of “Drawing from Nature”. Please bring some references of “nature related subjects” to work from. (We will have some to share too.) Bring whatever art supplies you’d like to work with- ie. pencils, colored pencils, watercolors/brushes, pastels, acrylics…your choice, a sketch book, small canvases… We will be creating several things during this workshop, and weather permitting, we will go outside and create something “plein aire” (from life).

Please email Sheena with questions: SheenaDickerson@gmail.com

Mixed Media with Collage- Saturday Mornings

With Mary Lou Bailey Funk

Saturday, January 17, 10:00-1:00 (One Day Workshop) “Funky Doors”

Saturday, February 21, 10:00-1:00 (One Day Workshop) “Landscape”

Saturday, March 21, 10:00-1;00 (One Day Workshop) “Intro to Gel Plate Painting”

Cost: $50- per person/per workshop. All Supplies Included.

Ages 14 and up, or 10 and up if accompanied by an adult. Class Size 3 to 7.

Intro to Gel Plate Painting: In this class you will learn to use a gel plate to create printed papers, including various techniques using stencils and stamps to make unique designs, textures and multicolored pieces. Each student will be provided with the necessary tools and supplies to make their own stack of printed papers to take home and.or swap with others in the class. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! Expect the unexpected in this class!

Mixed Media Description: Create your own work of art using paper collage, mark making techniques, acrylic inks, paints, gel pens, paint markers, pencils, and more!  Papers may include pre-painted deli paper, tissue paper, napkins, cardboard, and others.  Students of all levels are able to create fun, finished artwork.  All supplies are provided.  The class will take about 3 hours.  Come prepared to have fun!  The image(s) shown above will be our inspiration.

Shadowbox Workshop- Saturday Mornings

with Celeste Folkes

One Day Workshop

Saturday’s- February 7, 11am-1pm, March 7, 11am-1pm, April 4, 11am-1pm

Description: "Join us for a fun and creative class where you will learn how to create a beautiful 3d layered paper shadow box. This workshop is the perfect way to try something new and make lasting memories. Bring a friend, or make new ones! No experience necessary.

Each shadow box is anywhere from 8 to 14 layers, and can be completed in 1-2 hrs, depending on design chosen and your experience.  All materials will be provided, and you will leave the class with your own beautiful framed 8” x 8” shadow box to display in your home or office. Choose one of the 9 amazing designs from the date of your class above. Questions can be emailed to Celeste at: info@beautifulcrochet.com.

Cost: $60- per person/per workshop. All Supplies Included. Ages 15 and older.

This class will take place in the Acworth Community Center (4361 Cherokee Street) in the classroom - opposite the gymnasium.

Acrylic Pouring Class- Saturday Afternoons

with Cindy Haslock

Saturday’s- Jan. 31, 1-3pm, Feb. 28, 1-3pm, March 28, 1-3pm, April 18, 2-4pm

$45- per person /per class (Age 12 and up) Maximum 8 per class.

(All Supplies Included)

Description:

This class is for beginners and beyond. No experience is necessary. In this class you will create 2 acrylic pouring paintings. You decide on your color scheme(s). Learn several “Acrylic Pouring Techniques” and decide which ones you’d like to use. Your pieces will need to dry at the Art House for a day or so, before you bring them home. This class can be messy! Please dress appropriately. Short sleeves recommended and please remove jewelry from hands and wrists during class. Email any questions to: cinlynn54@gmail.com

2-1/2 HOUR BEGINNING WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP- Saturday Mornings

With Helen Hamerton

Saturdays, 10am-12:30pm (one day workshop)

January 24 (Turtle), February 7 (Pet Portrait), March 7th (Beginners Guide to Watercolor),

Cost: $50- per person/per class. All Supplies Included.

Adults 16 and over. Minimum 3/Maximum 6 Students.

DESCRIPTION:

This class is designed for adult beginners and for anyone who has never painted before, but would like to learn the basics of working with watercolors. In this class you will create a simple painting using sponging, masking and washes as well as other techniques and papers. You will follow step by step process and at the end of the class, you will have completed a beautiful painting.

Beginning Glass Fusing - Saturday Afternoons

w/ Gwendolyn Morgan

Saturdays, 3-5pm (One Day Workshops)

January 17 (weaving with glass) 3-5pm, February 14, 3-5pm, March 28, 4-6pm

Cost: $55 per 2 hour session 

All Supplies Included.

Minimum 2/Maximum 6, 16 and over please.

Description: This class is for beginners who would like to have fun making a "fused glass" trinket dish or "picture frame".  All glass supplies are provided for you.  Your base piece of glass will be cut for you, then you will add glass pieces and embellishments in a design of your choosing, and at the end of class your piece will be placed in the kiln to be fused. You will  have one of a kind works of art when you are finished.  Pieces will be available to pick up at the Art House the week following your class.

YOUTH CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Youth handbuilt Pottery - Wednesday Afternoons

with Maria Starr

Wednesdays- 4:30-6:00pm

December 3 & 10, January 21 & 28, February 4 & 11, March 11 & 18, April 15 & 22

Cost: $45-per person/2 class session.

Ages 6-15. Class size limited to 6. All Supplies and Firings Included.

Please dress appropriately. Clay and Glazing can be messy!

DESCRIPTION:

The first day of this 2 day workshop you will create things in clay- animals, pinch pots, the sky is the limit! Maria will fire your pieces in her kiln and will bring them back for the second class so you can glaze them. Maria will take them and fire them in her kiln again after you have glazed them. They will be brought back to the Art House after the second firing for you to pick-up. No previous experience needed.

Youth Drawing & Painting- Thursday or Friday Afternoons

with Ann Worthington

Thursdays- February 26th - April 2nd (6 weeks) 4:00-5:30pm

Fridays- February 27th - April 3rd (6 weeks) 4:00-5:30pm

Cost: $120- per 6 week session

Ages: 7-14. Minimum 3/Maximum 8 per class. All supplies included.

About Ann:
Ann adores kids and loves making art, so youth art class is the perfect match! In the past, Ann received her BFA in printmaking, and was program director at an art studio in Sierra Madre, CA called Mission: Renaissance Fine Art where she was trained to teach pastel, drawing, watercolor and oil painting. Ann has taught classes at Acworth Arts Alliance since May of 2023. She is always enrolled in a watercolor class for her own enjoyment and to learn new tools from different artists.

Description:
We will start this session with “drawing what we see”. Each week we will have a new lesson- progressing from drawing to learning the color wheel, then different watercolor projects and techniques. Each session we explore Drawing and Watercolor Painting basics. Each class is unique and we never repeat a project. This is a fun class, and everyone is celebrated.

Lots of encouragement and fun provided!