Step into the sunshine and let your creativity wander! The Joy of Nature Journaling is a relaxed, playful course for anyone eager to explore the outdoors with curiosity and a sense of fun. No experience needed—just an open mind and a love for the natural world. Learn quick sketching skills, simple nature photography, collage, and gentle guided writing. Your naturalist instructor shares fun facts and easy techniques as you slow down, notice small wonders, and create joyful pages that celebrate the beauty around you. *Runs April 1 - May 6 in the Brown Barn at St. Patrick’s County Park. A journal and a pencil will be provided. Please bring a $5 copy fee to the first class.

In this course we will help you easily improve your photos by safely and responsibly using ChatGPT AI to repair damage and undo fading in old photos, to improve clarity, brightness, and color, remove unwanted objects and people, blur or change backgrounds, combine or blend photos, and create collages, greeting cards, cartoons, and artistic creations.  The editing process uses verbal commands in everyday language, so no technical or photo editing experience is required.  An iPad using iPadOS 26 is required. Jane Keller will be co-teaching.

This class is for anyone who wishes to learn basic watercolor techniques. Whether you already have watercolor experience or have never picked up a paintbrush before, this class offers a fun and supportive environment through a variety of projects. Full list of materials will be emailed prior to first class, estimated cost $40-$50. Copy fee of $5.00 cash due to instructor at first class.

This semester, we’ll continue our colored pencil journey with a review of the basic steps for achieving realism—perfect for both returning students and newcomers. In the first half, we’ll focus on portraits of people and animals; in the second half, you’ll paint from your own reference images. Supplies: Strathmore Bristol Vellum paper, professional-grade Prismacolor pencils (minimum 12-count, not watercolor), pencil sharpener, Tombow mono sand and kneadable erasers. Available at Michaels and United Art & Education. $2 copy fee due first class.

Discover how to use the elements of art to create a variety of sketches. We will learn about both materials and techniques. Everyone is encouraged to find their own style. Each week will involve a different aspect of sketching. Materials are available at Hobby Lobby: 1) Faber-Castell Graphite Grip Pencils Artist Drawing Set (3 pencils 2B, B, HB, eraser, and metal sharpener), $6.49. 2) Master’s Touch Hardcover Spiral Sketch Pad (acid free paper)—your choice of size, regular cost $6.99 to $19.99-Master’s Touch goes on sale every other week. (Let HL head cashier know if pencils are sold out—they will be reordered within a week)

In the workshop, students will learn about the many elements that differentiate music theater from plays and operas. During the course of the workshop, students will explore sound with movement, improve their pronunciation, further develop their vocal quality, and learn about character development. By the end of the workshop, students will have learned one to two pieces of their choosing that they will be able to perform in any place, at any time. The final class will be a recital that is open to the public.

Each week we'll paint a picture together. We'll mix up our styles from realistic to loose paintings. Before class, you'll receive an email with a photo reference and a sketch along with information on the supplies (paint colors, masking, brushes, etc.) that we'll use. As always, you'll be encouraged to paint in your own style (different colors, different style, etc.) Mostly we'll share ideas and painting tips and fun along the way. Prerequisites: Beginners Watercolor & Zoom Experience

If you love theater—watching plays, acting, or simply exploring dramatic literature—this class is for you. We’ll read and discuss several modern and contemporary plays, view performance clips, and learn about each play’s history and playwright. You’ll have copies to read in advance and take on character roles in class. We’ll share insights, offer brief critiques, and select scenes for a final readers’ theater performance for guests. A field trip to a local production may also be possible. Copy fee $2.00