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Learn the art of pottery, woodworking, and jewelry making in Chicago and discover your creative side through hands-on classes led by experienced instructors. Master the techniques of painting, drawing, and printmaking in Chicago's vibrant arts community, and cultivate your artistic skills under the guidance of talented local artists.

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Experimenting with Acrylic Painting (Ages 12-18)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Embark on a creative journey in Experimenting with Acrylic Painting, tailored for ages 12-18. Delve into the diverse painting styles of renowned artists like Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh as you master paint application techniques, color mixing, and composition. Gain the foundational skills to kickstart your personal painting practice and unleash your artistic potential.

(83) All levels 12 - 18 years old
$340

9 sessions

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Introduction to Observational Drawing

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Dive into the essentials of observational drawing with our comprehensive course. From basic geometric forms to intricate subjects, master a range of techniques using graphite, conte crayon, and ink. Receive expert guidance through weekly demonstrations and critiques, ensuring each student enhances their ability to create realistic yet artistic drawings.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
$295

10 sessions

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Youth Art Open Studio (Ages 7-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore your imagination and bring your artistic visions to life across various mediums including painting, sculpture, clay, drawing, or mixed media. Enjoy the freedom of an open studio environment, where individualized instruction fosters independent growth. Plus, embrace outdoor inspiration with occasional sessions in nearby parks for drawing from nature.

(83) All levels 7 - 13 years old
$235

8 sessions

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Explore private group events and team building activities ranging from cooking to art, escape rooms, trivia, and more

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Jewelry Making: Found Materials

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and transform cherished keepsakes into stunning pieces of jewelry. Join this hands-on course and learn techniques such as soldering, wire wrapping, and stringing to give new life to old treasures. Start collecting your unique materials now and let your imagination run wild.

(122) All levels 18 and older
$312

8 sessions

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Bookbinding: Basics & Beyond

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Discover the art of bookbinding and create beautiful handmade books. From folded books to more complex techniques, you'll learn the skills and create eight or more journals and gifts. Perfect for beginners and repeaters looking to enhance their craft.

(83) Beginner 16 and older
$230

5 sessions

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Stone Carving Workshop

Jyl Bonaguro @ 4200 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and master the art of sculpting with stone in this hands-on workshop led by a professional sculptor. Explore the techniques of blocking, detailing, and finishing as you create a stunning masterpiece. No experience is necessary!

(30) All levels 16 and older

Mosaic Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Discover the ancient art of pique assiette at a renowned botanical institution. Unleash your creativity as you transform broken china and heirlooms into stunning mosaic masterpieces. Start collecting now for a unique and sustainable art experience.

(122) All levels 18 and older
$312

8 sessions

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Working Large Scale with Charcoal

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of creating stunning large-scale charcoal drawings at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Explore the versatility of charcoal and learn the techniques needed to work with both vine charcoal and charcoal pencils. Unleash your creativity and master the art of luscious darks in this immersive course.

(122) All levels 18 and older
$312

4 sessions

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Leaf Printing: Natural Patterns & Colors

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL

Discover the art of eco-dyeing and leaf printing to craft stunning papers infused with natural beauty. Dive into various printing techniques, from creating simple print plates with leaves to crafting direct monoprints. Explore the fusion of these methods, leaving with a stack of versatile papers ready for your creative projects.

(122) All levels 18 and older

High School: College Portfolio

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore artistic techniques and concepts to create a compelling body of work that reflects your unique artistic voice. Elevate your portfolio with guidance from experienced instructors in a supportive and inspiring environment.

(83) All levels 14 - 18 years old

Digital Comics and Cartoons (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Dive into the realm of comic books, manga, and illustrations, mastering techniques used by professional cartoonists. From character design to panel layout, unleash your creativity and storytelling prowess with expert guidance. Utilize iPads provided by the Evanston Art Center to bring your visions to life in this exciting exploration of visual storytelling.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old

Bookbinding & Printmaking (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Dive into the vibrant world of bookmaking and printmaking with expert guidance and unleash your child's artistic potential in a dynamic and engaging environment.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old

Little Art Explorers

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your child's creativity and imagination through an exciting journey into the world of art at The Paintbrush. Join our Little Art Explorers class and watch as your child develops important skills, learns about colors and shapes, and discovers the joy of self-expression. Don't miss out on this enriching experience for both child and caregiver.

(4) Beginner 1 - 2 years old
$240

7 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Elevate your pottery craftsmanship in our Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing class. Hone your throwing skills and perfect your glazing techniques while crafting functional pottery essentials such as mugs, dinnerware, and vases. Join us to explore the art of ceramics under expert guidance, regardless of your skill level.

(83) Beginner 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$480

10 sessions

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Book Club for Artists (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

This course will explore the relationship between reading literature and creating art. One classic work of literature will be chosen to study for the duration of the course. Within each class, students will engage in a literary discussion, brainstorm ideas through collaging and sketching, and ultimately paint pieces that represent their literary analysis. Possible pieces will include portraits of characters, landscapes/settings from the text, and...

(83) All levels 16 and older
No upcoming schedules
$425

10 sessions

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Laser Cutting and Engraving

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Bring your inventive ideas to life using our laser cutting and engraving machine. Learn how to design graphics on Adobe Illustrator, engrave on wood with your custom designed patterns, pictures taken from your phone or letters. Make a bookmark, keychain, or coaster. Students will leave with a functional, as well as decorative, addition to your home or a perfect gift!

(83) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$500

12 sessions

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Handmade Wooden Bowls

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Wooden bowls are unique, practical and fun to make. Work on lathes using woodworking tools to finish a bowl in a day. Instruction and first attempts are in the the morning; in the afternoon there will be time for guided practice and finishing.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$180
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Intro to Woodturning for Adults

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Introduction to the joy of creating useful and artful objects of wood on the lathe. Students will learn the basics of woodturning and create several small projects. Instructor’s demonstrations alternate with guided practice at the lathe, students learning at their own pace. Tools and materials provided. Essentials of safety will be emphasized.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$495

10 sessions

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Winter Wreaths

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Join Lake Forest Flowers’ Eileen Weber, AAF for a hands-on floral workshop educating you on design techniques in creating a winter holiday wreath. Create an indoor/outdoor seasonal wreath using fresh winter greenery, berries, pine cones, and adorn it with ribbon to take home.   Please bring garden pruners/clippers.  All materials and professional instruction included.

(83) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$165
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Intermediate Woodworking for Adults

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Building upon the information, tools, and techniques covered in the Basic Woodworking class or for new students with previous woodworking experience. Students will continue working on current projects as well as beginning new ones approved by the instructor. Understanding wood and wood movement, purchasing raw lumber, furniture joinery, finishing techniques, and a thorough understanding of hand and power tools in today’s woodworking shops will...

(83) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$495
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