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Summer Art Classes

     June - August

Adult Art Classes

 

Fall 2025 Adult Still Life Painting Studio Class

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

September 9 - October 7, 2025  

 5 weeks $185

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 Open Painting Studio

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

October 21-November 18, 2025

Terry Chancellor

5 weeks $185

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!

Adult Christmas Centerpiece Workshop

December 2, 2025 from 6:30-8:30pm  $40/person

Join this fun session to create a beautiful centerpiece using recycled garland!  We all have a box somewhere of Christmas past greenery that has seen better days.  Let's revive it into a beautiful centerpiece adding fresh elements to bring the joy back!  You will also learn some additional ways you might use remaining pieces, make beautiful bows, and enhance other decorative elements throughout your home!  Please bring a strand of pine garland or an assortment of pine picks or swags, and any additional sprigs you might like to add, revive, or share!  Container, styrofoam, ribbon, and additional accessories will be provided.  Makes for a fun friends night!

 

SPRING CLASSES

Adult Landscape Painting -  January 13 - February 17, 2026

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

 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, 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.

 

Adult Open Painting Studio - February 24 - March 31, 2026

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

 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!

 

April Plein Air Painting Workshop - April 7 and 14  

Tuesday Mornings 10:00 am - 12:00 pm  or  Tuesday Evenings 6:00 - 8:00 pm

2 Weeks  $74 (Rain/harsh wind make up date - April 21)

In this workshop, students will learn about the gear, techniques, and importance of painting in the great outdoors!  En plein aire began with the Impressionists and the movement is very active today.  We will paint one session on campus and the second session off site at Wellesley or Echo Lake.

See more of Terry's work here!

Terry Chancellor Stream.JPG
Terry Chancellor Horse.jpg
Terry Chancellor Field.webp

Interested in Adult Art Classes?

OPENING HOURS

 

Monday-Thursday: 3:30 pm - 7:30pm

Friday: 3pm - 6pm

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Summer Hours according to camp 

schedules!

ADDRESS

 

Shady Grove United Methodist Church

4825 Pouncey Tract Road

Glen Allen, Virginia 23059

CONTACT

 

Tel: 804-360-2687

thecenter4creativearts@gmail.com

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