AAG hosts a multitude of workshops every year.  Artists are selected for the innovtive approach, mastery of skill and overall experience they bring to the classroom.  Workshops are continually being added.  Be sure to check back regularly and sign up early as classes fill up!

2026 Workshops

Painting with Markers with Param Bhattacharyya

Painting with Markers with Param Bhattacharyya
Sunday, July 19th
1 to 4 pm
$40 Members
$50 Non Members
An alternative to paints and colored pencils that let you quickly apply color without having to worry about pricey materials.
Mosaic Birdbath with Cynthia Dunn-Selph

Mosaic Birdbath with Cynthia Dunn-Selph
Saturday, August 1st – 10am to 1pm
and
Sunday, August 2nd – Noon to 2pm
$30 Members/$40 Non Members
$20 Supply Fee paid to instructor
Introduce yourself to the art of mosaics by creating a fun, practical birdbath.
Advanced Color Mixing with Edward Sprafkin

Advanced Color Mixing with Edward Sprafkin
Saturday, August 8th
10am – 2pm
$50 Members/$60 Non Members
 

Open to students who have attended Ed’s Color Mixing Workshops before and want to expand their color mixing knowledge.

Abstract Painting with Ann Osgood

Abstract Painting with Ann Osgood
Saturday, August 15th
10 am to 2 pm
$50 Members/$60 Non Members
 
Ann will share the process she uses to create expressionist paintings. Great for beginners through advanced painters.
Watercolor with John Erwin

Watercolor with John Erwin
Wednesday, August 26th
9am to Noon
$35 Members/$40 Non Members
From beginner to advanced, John shares tips and techniques to improve your watercolor paintings.  Each workshop will focus on a different theme with subjects provided by the instructor.
Organic Reflections
An Oil and Cold Wax Exploration with Sheri Ashton

Organic Reflections
An Oil and Cold Wax Exploration with Sheri Ashton
Saturday, August 29th
10am to 2pm
$50 Members/$60 Non Members
$25 Supply Fee paid to the Instructor
 
Using oil paint, cold wax, and a variety of tools, you’ll
experiment with expressive techniques while working from
your own reference images.
Watercolor with John Erwin

Watercolor with John Erwin
Thursday, September 17th
9am to Noon
$35 Members/$40 Non Members
From beginner to advanced, John shares tips and techniques to improve your watercolor paintings.  Each workshop will focus on a different theme with subjects provided by the instructor.
Vibrant Watercolor Portraits with David Amsellem

Vibrant Watercolor Portraits with David Amsellem
Saturday, September 19th
10am to 2pm
$50 Members/$60 Non Members
Working from reference photos, the emphasis will be placed on how to handle formed shadows, cast shadows and reflective light on the figure to create vibrant watercolor portraits.
Watercolor with John Erwin

Watercolor with John Erwin
Thursday, October 15th
9am to Noon
$35 Members/$40 Non Members
From beginner to advanced, John shares tips and techniques to improve your watercolor paintings.  Each workshop will focus on a different theme with subjects provided by the instructor.
Halloween Dolls with John Kaskela

Halloween Dolls with John Kaskela
Saturday, October 31st
10am to 1pm
$35 Members/$40 Non Members
$20 Supply Fee paid to instructor
Create a creepy, scary, or cute doll just for fun!  All materials and doll provided.
Watercolor with John Erwin

Watercolor with John Erwin
Thursday, November 19th
9am to Noon
$35 Members/$40 Non Members
From beginner to advanced, John shares tips and techniques to improve your watercolor paintings.  Each workshop will focus on a different theme with subjects provided by the instructor.

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