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Adult Art Classes

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Fall Classes 2026

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Color Theory Intensive
Tuesdays 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm
September 8-22, 2026
Instructor: Terry Chancellor
3 weeks $111

This is a deep dive into understanding color: how colors interact, the effects of light on color, understanding undertones, transparency, and opacity, how to achieve aerial perspective, color mixing, and developing your color vocabulary.  You will be creating a color wheel and charts, learn to mix to match color, and more.  Students must provide their own basic supplies.  Email us for a supply list.

Adult Open Painting Studio
Tuesdays 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm
October 13-November 17, 2026
Instructor: Terry Chancellor
6 weeks $222

In this open studio session, students will work on individual projects of their choice with guided assistance, demonstrations, and topics of discussion from the instructor.  Students may work in acrylics, oils, and drawing.  This class provides a nurturing environment to elevate your creativity!  All levels welcome!  Students provide their own supplies - email us for a supply list if you are new to painting!
Join any time on a pro-rated basis!

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Intro to Painting – Choosing Your Medium

Tuesday Morning 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Evening 6:30-8:30 pm

January 12, 2027

Instructor: Terry Chancellor

1 Session $37

Want to start painting but don’t know where to begin and whether oils or acrylics are right for you?  In this one session intro, you will learn the pros and cons of both oils and acrylics, the options within both mediums, how to choose your paints and brushes, the difference between canvas surfaces, and additional supplies you will need and/or may wish to add to enhance your painting experience!  You will get a chance to try out both mediums.  This is a basics workshop for both beginners and those looking to perhaps switch mediums before the next studio classes begin. 

Interested in Adult Art Classes? Send us an email!
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Spring Classes 2027

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Adult Drawing Basics – Learning to See

Tuesdays 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

January 19 – February 2, 2027

Instructor: Terry Chancellor

3 Weeks $111

 

In this mini session, students will learn not only the basics of successful drawing, but more importantly how to “see” what they are drawing.  Having good basic drawing skills will lead you to more success in your paintings!  You will learn how to break complex subjects down to basic shapes, understand perspective, shadows, gesture sketching and more.  All levels welcome!  Supplies provided or you may bring your own.  Email us for a supply list.

Meditative Arts in a Chaotic World

Thursdays 10:00 am-12:00 pm or Thursday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

January 21 – February 11, 2027

Instructor: Terry Chancellor

4 Weeks $148

Many of us found ourselves craving the peace we witnessed in the monks during the Walk for Peace in 2026.  Learn and explore art techniques that can transform our bodies to a state of calm and joy.  Rediscover playtime and energize your creativity!  We will learn about mandalas, neurographic art, zen tangles, and art journaling. No prior art skills necessary and supplies are provided.  Suggestions for your own personal supplies will be provided at the first class. 

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Adult Still Life Painting Studio

Tuesdays 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

February 9 – March 16, 2027

Instructor: Terry Chancellor

6 Weeks $222

In this focus session, students will learn the elements and techniques for setting up and painting successful still life works.  Learn about form, lighting, composition, values, sketching, and more.  Discussion will include what makes an interesting subject and how to paint with more confidence.  All levels welcome!  Students may paint in oils or acrylics and must provide their own supplies.  Email us for a supply list.​​​​  You may join these studio classes any time on a pro-rated basis!

 Adult Landscape Painting Studio

Tuesdays 10:00 am—12:00 pm or Tuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

April 6 – May 11, 2027

Instructor: Terry Chancellor

6 Weeks $222

 

In this focus session, students will learn the elements and techniques to paint impactful landscapes!  Learn aerial perspective, color changes, color mixing, values, brushwork, benefits of plein air painting, composition and sketching!  All levels welcome!  Students may paint in oils or acrylics and must provide their own supplies.  Email us for a supply list.  You may join these studio classes any time on a pro-rated basis!

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Interested in Adult Art Classes? Send us an email!

OPENING HOURS

 

Monday-Thursday: 3:00 pm - 7:00pm

Friday: 3pm - 6pm (Closed during Summer Semester)

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

ADDRESS

 

Shady Grove United Methodist Church

4825 Pouncey Tract Road

Glen Allen, Virginia 23059

CONTACT

 

Tel: 804-360-2687

thecenter4creativearts@gmail.com

© 2025 The Center for Creative Arts.

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