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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If you are looking for our free Children's Summer Classes,
please visit out Children's Summer Classes Page. 

Upcoming Adult Classes 

All Workshop and Class registrations are subject to our Cancellation Policies

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 view the Enrollment and Missed Class policy for this class. 

Please note that the materials are NOT included for this class. Please download the supplies list to have them ready for your first session on September 1. 

Session 1: Tuesday, Sept. 1 | 11 AM-1:30 PM

Session 2: Tuesday, Sept. 8 | 11 AM-1:30 PM

Session 3: Tuesday, Sept. 15 | 11 AM-1:30 PM

Session 4: Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 11 AM-1:30 PM 

Price for all 4 sessions: $280 

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"Introduction to Stained Glass: Falling Leaves"

Celebrate the cooling weather and change of season! Choose from 5 patterns to create a colorful spinning falling leaf with glass crystal.

A unique two-day beginner experience will introduce you to the fine art of Tiffany-style stained glass.

Session 1: September 5 from 11 AM-2 PM

An immersive introduction to stained glass; students will choose from a beautiful assortment of stained glass and will have hands-on learning using tools to score and separate glass and complete a rough layout of glass projects.

Session 2: September 12 from 11 AM-1:30 PM

A brief tutorial of 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 embellish their leaves with a spinner, chain, and glass crystal.

Grinding and soldering will be completed by the instructor. Completed soldered projects will be available for pick-up at SCAHC after September 30. 

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

*If you wear readers, bring them! You will definitely need your eyes. Safety glass will be available or feel free to bring your own.  Closed-toed shoes are REQUIRED

Non-SCAHC Member: $105 
SCAHC Members: $90
FFDP/Veterans: $90 

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"Mosaic Charcuterie Board Workshop"

Create a one-of-a-kind Decorative Mosaic Charcuterie Board in this hands-on workshop! You’ll design and assemble a beautiful mosaic board using colorful glass and ceramic tiles while learning the basics of layout, adhesive application, and grouting. 

Choose from a variety of colors and patterns to make your board uniquely yours. No prior mosaic experience is needed, and all materials and step-by-step instruction are included.

Your finished piece is perfect for displaying in your kitchen, giving as a handmade gift for the upcoming holiday season, or using as a decorative serving board. 

Come ready to relax, get creative, and enjoy a fun mosaic-making experience!

Please note there will be a demo of the grouting process in the workshop but we will not grout together for the integrity of your piece. All grout supplies and a video will be provided to finish your piece at your convenience. 

Saturday, November 7
10 AM-12 PM

Non-SCAHC Member: $100 
SCAHC Member: $90
FFDP/Veterans: $90 

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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 Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 10AM - 5PM
Saturday: 12PM - 4PM

Office Hours: 
Tuesday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM

133 Spring Street, Newton NJ 07860

Email: scahc@scahc.org  |  Phone: 973 - 383 - 0027

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Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. 

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