Luminous Watercolors
with Denise Cocchiaro

Luminous Watercolors is a four-session course designed for learners with little to moderate watercolor experience who want to develop confidence, control, and superior artistic expression.  Students will explore essential watercolor techniques with an emphasis on luminosity – the use of light, layering and color harmony to create vibrant, glowing paintings.

Denise Chocchiaro is an award-winning watercolor artist whose work has been widely recognized and published in several magazines. Through luminous washes and transparent color, Denise captures intimate, magical moments that reveal not only the form of her subjects but their essence and spirit. Denise has taught watercolor classes and private students for many years and is known for her supportive and inspiring teaching style.

Please download the full Syllabus for a more detailed overview of each session and Denise’s full biography.

Materials are NOT included for this class. Please download the supplies list to have them ready for your first session on May 5.

By participating in this class, you agree to these Enrollment, Cancelation, and Missed Class Policies (please download for details). 

Course Dates: 

Session 1: Tuesday, May 5 from 11AM – 1PM
Session 2: Tuesday, May 12 from 11AM – 1PM
Session 3: Tuesday, May 19 from 11AM – 1PM
Session 4: Tuesday, May 26 from 11AM – 1PM

Price: $275

Acrylic Pour at 
Bud City

Come try something different, acrylic paint pouring is an abstract form of art. But it allows you to express yourself while having fun and it is ok to make a mess as you work. You will be able to try different types of techniques during this class. In other words, you can experiment.

Remember, no two pictures ever turn out the same. Come join us, wear something that doesn’t matter if it gets paint on it and create your own unique art. In this class we will do a form of pour painting in the shapes of geodes. Then if you wish we can add crystals or crushed glass to make it stand out. You will choose 3 to 4 colors of paint to do your pour. Have fun and create.

Join us for a relaxing evening at this BYOB Paint and Sip!

Basket Weaving Class

Join us for a hands-on Basket Weaving Class where creativity meets tradition! In this engaging workshop, participants will learn the art of weaving while creating their very own small round basket. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this class welcomes all skill levels.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through each step of the process, ensuring you leave with a beautiful, handcrafted basket. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you can connect with fellow participants and express your creativity.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn a new skill and take home a unique piece of art. Sign up today!

Open to ages 14 and up.

Wednesday, May 13
6-8 PM

Non-Member Price: $50
SCAHC Member Price: $45
FFDP / Veterans Price: $45

Guided Painting with Elaine Kurie: "Bridge over Stream" 

Follow along and paint this colorful spring painting “Bridge Over Stream” overflowing with flowers! In this two-hour class you’ll learn how to create depth of field by overlapping layers of distant mountains, the bridge in the mid- distance, and a foreground of flowers. 

We’ll be using acrylics on a 11x14” canvas and all supplies are included.

Join this class and bring home a painting you’ll be proud of!

Marble Acrylic Pour Class

Come join us at SCAHC for a different technique of acrylic pour painting!  

In this class, you will use acrylic puddle pouring and metal marbles as a unique way of creating a colorful form of art.  It is a fun style of acrylic pour painting, which reminds us of a childhood game with a little handheld game board where you tried to roll a little ball get it in the various holes on the board.  Only here, you are balancing the ball and moving it back and forth to create additional patterns in the paint.  You will use 5 or 6 colors from dark colors to light to form your puddles.  Prepare to get a little messy, but come join us and have fun and create your own piece of art.

Friday, May 22
6:30 – 8:30 PM

Non-Member Price: $50
SCAHC Member Price: $40
FFDP / Veterans Price: $40

Are you interested in learning a new craft that requires few materials, is easy to clean up and is super relaxing?

In this three-hour needle felting workshop, you can choose your picture from a template or design your own. Then, felt your picture onto a piece of fabric and frame it in an embroidery hoop. Pictures include flowers, mushrooms and cute vegetables.

Learn about needle felting techniques, different types of wool, and how to transfer images onto fabric with our instructor Jenny Torino. Hope to see you for a morning of socializing, making, and fun!

All supplies provided. 

Saturday, May 23
10 AM - 1 PM

Non-Member Price: $70
SCAHC Member Price: $65
FFDP / Veterans Price: $65

Join us for a unique and hands-on Broom Making Class, where tradition meets craftsmanship! In this exciting workshop, participants will learn the art of broom making using broomcorn (sorghum wheat) to create both a hand broom and a pot scrubber. This class is perfect for everyone, from complete beginners to those with some experience.

Our knowledgeable instructor will lead you through the entire process, sharing tips and techniques to help you craft a functional and beautiful broom.

Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where you can connect with fellow participants, and learn a new skill together.

Don’t miss this chance to learn a traditional skill and create practical items for your home. Sign up today!

Open to ages 14+

Wednesday, May 27
6-8 PM

Non-Member Price: $55
SCAHC Member Price: $50
FFDP / Veterans Price: $50

Glass Fusion Jewelry Class 

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on workshop! Bring a family member or a friend and double your fun. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this class offers a welcoming space to explore the vibrant world of fused glass jewelry. 

You'll design and create 4 unique pieces, 3 pendants and 1 magnetic pin. A magnetic pin avoids the damage that traditional pins can do to your clothing. Your personal creations will be perfect additions to your accessories or given as heartfelt gifts. Your design can be abstract, mandalas, landscapes or flowers. Choose from a dazzling array of materials including fusible colored glass, dichroic and iridescent glass, stringers, frit, and pre-fired decorative elements to bring your vision to life.

After the workshop, Marcelle will carefully take your creations home for kiln firing. Your finished pieces will be returned just a week later, ready to wear or share!

Saturday, May 30
1-3 PM

Non-Member Price: $50
SCAHC Member Price: $40
FFDP / Veterans Price: $40