Art Workshops
Wednesday Painting Workshop, with Pattee Hipschen

This 6-week session is structured to accommodate all artistic levels from the beginner to the intermediate. Students learn ways to improve their paintings through composition, color and technique using all mediums, including OIL and ACRYLIC paint. Instruction includes individual focus as well as short demos. Students bring in their own photographs or other reference materials as needed.
SEP 9 – OCT 14, 2026 (6 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $200
NON-MEMBER COST: $250
*** RSVP by August 31 and receive a 5% discount ***
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Class is limited to 13 participants.
Payment covers all six sessions. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
Basic Relief Printmaking, with Instructor Karen La Du

Discover the fundamentals of relief printmaking. In this 4 session series, taught be Karen La Du, participants will design, carve, ink and print an edition of hand pulled original prints while exploring the possibilities of this versatile medium. Limit: 15. All materials provided.
SEP 19 – OCT 10, 2026 (4 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $150
NON-MEMBER COST: $180
Watercolor (for all levels), with Instructor Vian Borchert

In this 6 week Watercolor painting course, designed for all levels, students will explore traditional watercolor and experimental watercolor techniques. Color theory and composition are emphasized through images based on varying subject matters such as landscape and still-life and studies of master artists’ artwork. Students are welcome to work from the images the instructor provides or bring their own images to work from.Students will be guided in creating a pleasing work of art.
SEP 22 – NOV 3, 2026 (6 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $200
NON-MEMBER COST: $250
*** RSVP by August 31 and receive a 5% discount ***
Supply list will be emailed before 1st class.
Class is limited to 12 participants.
Payment covers all six sessions. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
Art Workshops are open to the public.
