Sussex County Arts &   Heritage Council

Workshops and Classes  Rekindle your creativity or unlock a hidden talent by taking a class or participating in a workshop with our partnering artists. Whether it’s a drumming workshop, watercolor painting, or photography class, you are bound to discover your next favorite passion!

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Upcoming Classes 

All Workshop and Class registrations are subject to our Cancellation Policies



"Enchanted Pumpkin Workshop: An Intro to Tiffany Style Stained-Glass" in a fun, Halloween font

Witches and ghosts and falling leaves! This autumn, create an enchanted stained glass pumpkin sun-catcher! A condensed two-day beginner workshop will introduce you to the fine art of Tiffany-style-stained glass. 

All materials will be provided, including glass, patterns, tools, and equipment.

Session 1: An immersive introduction to stained glass; students will choose from a beautiful assortment of stained glass to complete a unique pumpkin. Students will have hands-on learning experience using tools to score and cut glass and will complete a rough layout of their glass projects.

Session 2: A brief tutorial on the history of stained glass, the different types of glass, and stained-glass styles. A short video will be shown on how sheets of stained glass are made. Students will then learn the Tiffany method of copper foiling and preparing their projects for soldering. Each piece of glass will be edged with copper foil and students will be amazed at how their projects transform into beautiful works of art!

Bonus! Students may choose to customize their pumpkins with decorative wiring. A brief tutorial on wire work will be offered at the end of session 2.

Grinding and soldering will be completed by the instructor. Completed projects will be available for pick-up at SCAHC after (date). Let's get creative!

*If you wear readers, bring them! You will definitely need your eyes. Closed-toed shoes and safety glasses are recommended, especially when cutting glass.

Session 1:
Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6-9 PM

Session 2:
Thursday, Oct. 9 | 6-8:30 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $70
FFDP / Veterans Price: $70
Non-Member Price: $80 


This class is SOLD OUT.
If you would like to be notified the next time we hold a stained glass class, please email kjholt@scahc.org. 




Floral Textile Design & Painting with Kim Parker

In this art class, we will create a floral decorative vase with an intricate surface design pattern -containing a flowering plant or bouquet with gouache! An actual prop will be on view in the class to assist students as a visual reference. We will explore the various elements of a successful textile design, which includes an understanding of rhythm, movement, color, scale and forms. Gouache has a rich color saturation and can have both an opaque or translucent quality depending on its application which we will explore.

About Kim Parker:

Kim is an internationally acclaimed artist, lifestyle designer, and author whose home furnishing textile collections have been sold worldwide for the past four decades. Her signature style of modern floral art and design has been featured on tv shows, movies and sold throughout the retail world. In 2023 she was commissioned by the Art Director of the USPS to paint two floral watercolor paintings to be produced on two Forever postage  stamps that were launched in 2024 nationwide. She is a critically acclaimed author of “Kim Parker Home: A Life in Design” published by Harry N. Abrams.

Saturday October 18
2-3:30 PM  

SCAHC Member Price: $ 50
FFDP / Veterans Price: $ 50
Non-Member Price: $ 60

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"Introduction to Chinese Brush Painting and Beyond"

Join Folk Life Center Artist Jane Chang in this Chinese Brush Painting class! Jane has learned from watercolor artists like Tenn Lu and Eli Rosenthal, and she has taken Chinese Brush Painting master classes for more than 10 years with renowned master Aixinjueluo Hengyi, a descendant of the royal family of the Qing Dynasty.

Jane has been teaching for more than 15 years, and her work explores her relationship with nature and the elements in a harmonious way. In this class, you will be learning how to use Chinese ink to paint a bamboo on a traditional rice paper and correctly load and prepare your brush with ink. Jane will focus on the quality of strokes, rhythm, movement, energy, composition and more with special attention to your individual development.

Thanks to the support of the Folklife Center of Northern New Jersey, we are able to offer this fantastic class at modest cost.

No painting experience required and all levels welcome!

Wednesday, October 22
2 - 4 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $20
FFDP / Veterans Price: $20
Non-Member Price: $30 

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The Folklife Center of Northern New Jersey is a co-sponsored project of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Passaic County Community College, with additional support from the National Endowment for the Arts.


Harvest-Themed Succulent Terrarium Workshop

Celebrate the beauty of the season by creating your own harvest-inspired succulent terrarium! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the step-by-step process of building a miniature fall landscape inside a glass vessel.

We’ll begin by layering the terrarium with  sand, pebbles, moss, and our own hand-mixed soil blend, designed to keep your succulents thriving. Next, you’ll select plants from a variety of hardy succulents and arrange them to bring balance and visual interest to your design.

To complete the look, we’ll decorate with harvest-themed accents and other seasonal touches that add warmth and charm. The result is a unique living centerpiece that brings a touch of autumn into your home. Whether you’re new to terrariums or a seasoned plant lover, this workshop is a fun, creative way to welcome the harvest season while learning the art of succulent care and design!

Friday, October 24
6:30 -8:00 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $50
FFDP / Veterans Price: $50
Non-Member Price: $60

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"Thanksgiving Glass Fusion Class" in a handwritten font.

Create Something Magical for Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving!

Get ready to wow your friends and family with a one-of-a-kind glass creation just in time for the holidays! In this fun and hands-on class, you'll dive into the vibrant world of Glass Fusion with talented local artist Marcelle Rollinger.

Explore the incredible versatility of glass as you experiment with colorful glass sheets, frit, stringers, vitrigraph, and glass paint to design your own dazzling, kiln-fired suncatchers. You'll also learn essential glass-working skills like cutting, layering, and assembling pieces for firing—perfect for beginners and creatives of all levels.

Once your design is complete, Marcelle will take it to her studio for a 12-hour firing and slow cooling process to ensure a flawless finish. Your finished piece will be delivered back to SCAHC just in time for you to proudly display—or gift—at your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving gathering!

No experience needed! 

Sunday, November 2
1 – 3 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $35
FFDP / Veterans Price: $35
Non-Member Price: $45

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"Follow Along Guided Painting Class: Beach Scenes"

Don’t miss this class led by a nationally known Award-Winning Artist!

Re-create the feeling of being at the beach and keep your summer memories alive in this Step-By-Step Guided Painting Class! Perfect for both beginner or advanced students, you’ll learn color mixing and easy-to-learn landscape perspective as you follow along and paint this sunny, colorful 11”x14” acrylic painting  “Path To The Beach” - all supplies included!

This class is led by an award-winning artist whose work has appeared in Artists Magazine, International Artists Magazine, Southwest Art, and at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art and The Butler Institute of American Art.

The results will be a fine art painting you can be proud of!

Sunday, November 9 
2 - 4 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $ 55
FFDP / Veterans Price: $ 55
Non-Member Price: $ 65

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"Intro to Crochet Workshop" in a bold font

Ready to pick up a relaxing and creative new hobby? Join us for a hands-on crochet workshop designed especially for beginners! In this friendly, step-by-step class, you’ll learn the foundational stitches—single crochet, double crochet, and triple crochet—along with how to read a basic crochet pattern.

By the end of the session, you’ll complete a unique granny square using a written pattern and see how simple color choices can transform your design. It’s a fun and inspiring introduction to the world of crochet—perfect if you're thinking about making handmade holiday gifts this year!

All materials are included, so just bring yourself and a willingness to learn. No prior experience necessary—just come ready to stitch and create!

Wednesday, November 12
6:30 – 8:30 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $25
FFDP / Veterans Price: $25
Non-Member Price: $35

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Beginners' Watercolor Class

This class is back by popular demand! The last class SOLD OUT, so make sure you get your seats before it's too late!

Fall is the perfect time to grab those watercolors and explore the beautiful colors nature offers!

Join SuzAnne for a relaxing evening of painting while we explore several techniques to create a serene fall scene.  All supplies are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish.  We will be painting on watercolor paper while exploring a variety of brushes, sponges, and items including plastic wrap. 

Even if you're new to watercolors, you will find this class a pleasant experience!  Give yourself this opportunity to try something new! It's always a great time. Come learn something new in this local, cozy gallery!

Tuesday, November 18
6:30 – 8:30 PM

SCAHC Member Price: $ 35
FFDP / Veterans Price: $ 35
Non-Member Price: $ 45

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More workshops and classes coming soon!

Weekly Painting Group 

Come to our Wednesday Midday Painting group with Joanna West! Please call ahead to confirm space at 973 - 383 - 0027. 

Every Wednesday

11AM - 1PM

$10.00 per. person 

Participants must bring their own supplies. 

Bring your own supplies and creativity, all media are welcome! The Wednesday Painting Group is a perfect chance to find camaraderie through making art and having great discussions. You are welcome to just stop in and say hello to check it out and see if it is something that you would like to take part in! 

A messy Acrylic paint pallet with a pallet knife and brush on a wooden table

Do you have a talent, technique, media or project that you want to share? Have you thought about hosting a workshop to share your art with the world?

SCAHC is looking for artists to teach workshops and classes in our Spring Street Gallery.

For more information please contact Andrea at andrea@scahc.org or call 973-383-0027.


Funding of the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council has been made available in part by the NJ State Council on the Arts, a division of the NJ Department of State and a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through the State/County Partnership Block Grant Program, as administered by the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council. Additional funding has been made available in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission through the County History Partnership Program, as administered by the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council. Partial funding provided by the Sussex County Board of Commissioners.

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Gallery / Office Hours

Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM



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