Dive into Birmingham’s art scene with one of these cool classes
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The Birmingham art scene has a special place for everyone. So dive on in at one of these must-attend art classes and let your creativity loose!
Painting for Adults and Teens
Fill your weekdays with paint and canvas under instruction from professional artist, Linda Vance.
When: Mondays and Tuesdays. All classes are ongoing. Join in an paint any time.
Where: Lindart’s Studio. 1933 Deo Dara Dr., Birmingham, AL 35226
Time: Mon. 9:30am-12:30pm and 5:30pm-8:30pm; Tues. 9:30am-12:30pm
Price: $110 per month (4 sessions) or $30 per class (pay as you paint)
Supplies: Some supplies provided. Bring your own paint, brushes and canvas.
Sign up: To sign up, email lindartstudio.com. Private lessons are also available.
Clay and Pottery Classes
Receive expert lessons in clay and pottery from ceramics instructor, Scott Bennett – co-owner of the Red Dot Gallery.
Beginning students will learn techniques for throwing basic forms (bowls, plates, mugs, pitchers, etc.) on the potter’s wheel as well as hand-building techniques (pinch, coil and slab-building).
Intermediate and advanced students will refine existing skills and expand possibilities of form on and off the wheel.
When: Ongoing. Classes are ongoing and can start at any time if a slot is available. Availability is first come, first serve.
Where: Red Dot Gallery. 1001 Stuart Street, Birmingham, AL 35209
Times:
Mon., Tues., Thurs. 6pm-9pm; Wed. 1pm-4pm or 6pm-9pm; Sat. – Open Studio from 9am-12pm (when staffed) for enrolled students
Price: $175 per 6 weeks
Materials: Not included in class price. Clay and glaze ($50)
Sign up: Call 205.870.7608 or email scott@reddotgallery.com
Craft Tuesday
Art meets crafts in this chill class at the Birmingham Museum of Art. Learn the process of batik watercolor with artist Susan Vitali, enjoy a craft beer and create and original work of art.
When: April 24, 2018
Where: Birmingham Museum of Art. 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd., Birmingham, AL 35203
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: 21+
Price: $20
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Drop-In Drawing
Bring our creativity and spend an afternoon sketching in the sculpture garden or galleries under the guidance of artist Jamison Harper.
When: April 15, 2018
Where: Birmingham Museum of Art. 2000 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd., Birmingham, AL 35203
Time: 2pm-4pm
Ages: Adults and high school students accompanied by an adult.
Price: Free
Supplies: Provided
Homeschool Hub – Art with Justin and Alyssa
Looking for an art class for your homeschooler? Then bring them to this class for hands-on learning through art.
When: April 11, 2018
Where: Hoover Public Library. 200 Municipal Dr., Hoover, AL 35216
Time: 2-3pm
Ages: Kids
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Intro to Screen Printing
Learn the basics of screen printing from the talented, T-shirt making folks from Yellowhammer Creative. During the workshop, you’ll enjoy a casual and fun introduction to:
- Materials and processes used for silkscreen printing
- How screens are created
- How to select a mix inks
- How to smooth print onto paper and fabric
At the end of the class, you’ll leave with your own unique screen printed T-shirt and poster.
When: April 24, 2018
Where: Make BHM. 4000 3rd Ave S., Birmingham, AL 35222
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Price: $75
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Teen Coffee and Canvas
Teens will love this sophisticated event spent painting and supping coffee, hot chocolate or iced coffee.
When: April 24, 2018
Where: Homewood Public Library. 1721 Oxmoor Rd., Birmingham, AL 35209
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: Teens (6th-12th grade)
Supplies: Provided
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Teen Drawing Class
Teens interested in art can learn the basics of drawing in this four-week series.
When: April 11, 18, 25, 2018
Where: Homewood Public Library. 1721 Oxmoor Rd., Birmingham, AL 35209
Time: 4pm-5pm
Ages: Teens (6th-12th grade)
Supplies: All supplies are provided. Students may bring their own if desired.
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Which art class looks most fun to you?
