Pick a Project and Paint!
Jun
27
2:00 PM14:00

Pick a Project and Paint!

We’ve been gifted over 100 art instruction books on dozens of subjects and wanted to do some classes utilizing them so we’re having a paint free for all as it were! You can come to class, pick the subject matter book you’d like to refer to and we’ll help you design and paint it your way on an 11”x14” canvas. Everything is included. $35

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Pick a Project Pottery Workshop
Jul
11
10:00 AM10:00

Pick a Project Pottery Workshop

Pick Your Project Pottery Workshop

Come play in the clay and create something uniquely yours!

In this beginner-friendly handbuilding pottery workshop, you’ll choose from one of several guided projects and be walked through the process step-by-step. Whether you’re making a mug, a whimsical gnome, or a charcuterie/chip & dip tray, you’ll learn basic handbuilding techniques while creating a piece you’ll be proud to use or display.

Choose Your Project:

Mug or Cup

Gnome

Charcuterie / Chip & Dip Tray

No experience needed. All materials, glazing, and firing are included.

Bring a friend, relax, and enjoy a few creative hours together.

Advance registration required. $55

Click the link and choose your class time to register.

Limited seats available.

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Pick a Project Pottery Workshop
Jul
11
2:00 PM14:00

Pick a Project Pottery Workshop

Pick Your Project Pottery Workshop

Come play in the clay and create something uniquely yours!

In this beginner-friendly handbuilding pottery workshop, you’ll choose from one of several guided projects and be walked through the process step-by-step. Whether you’re making a mug, a whimsical gnome, or a charcuterie/chip & dip tray, you’ll learn basic handbuilding techniques while creating a piece you’ll be proud to use or display.

Choose Your Project:

Mug or Cup

Gnome

Charcuterie / Chip & Dip Tray

No experience needed. All materials, glazing, and firing are included.

Bring a friend, relax, and enjoy a few creative hours together.

Advance registration required. $55

Click the link and choose your class time to register.

Limited seats available.

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Junk Journaling Class - Patriotic Theme!
Jun
20
2:00 PM14:00

Junk Journaling Class - Patriotic Theme!

Join instructor Cheri Cicio and create a patriotic page or 2 in your journal, Experienced journalers can do their own thing or if you’re a beginner Cheri will get you started with tips, techniques and supplies. She’ll even supply a journal for you if you don’t have one! Everything is included, even snacks and drinks.

Please click the link to register $30

Parking is available behind the building while you create. Call us if you have any questions 706-525-1563

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Hand Building Clay Class - Chip & Dip Set
Jun
13
1:00 PM13:00

Hand Building Clay Class - Chip & Dip Set

Join instructor April Brown and make a Chip & Dip Set. Give it a personality of its own with decorative elements and glazing Everything is supplied and your piece will be fired and ready to pick up a few weeks after the class. Click on the link to register or read details about the class. $55

Parking available behind the building while you create.

Call us if you have any questions 706-525-1563

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Clay Class - Hand Build a Gnome
Jun
13
10:00 AM10:00

Clay Class - Hand Build a Gnome

Create a gnome and make him yours alone! Instructor April Brown will show you how and she supplies everything you need! She’ll walk you through the steps and you’ll add your own creative details. Your gnome will be fired and ready to pick up a few weeks after class. Complete description of the class is on the Simpletix website (click the link to read the details and to register).

Call us if you have questions! 706-525-1563

(Parking available behind the building while you create)!

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Long, Tall Canvases - Acrylic Painting Class
Jun
10
2:00 PM14:00

Long, Tall Canvases - Acrylic Painting Class

Join us in painting a long, narrow canvas with the subject matter of your choice. You can bring your own ideas or use one of our references, Class is suitable for beginners and everything is supplied. We’re located just off the Square and private parking is available behind the building while you paint. Please click the link to register. $35

Call us with any questions! 706-525-1563

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Paint a Wineglass and a Bottle Bag!
Jun
6
2:00 PM14:00

Paint a Wineglass and a Bottle Bag!

Pair a wineglass with a bottle bag, hand painted by you! Everything is supplied and we’ll give you instructions how to bake the glass in your home oven (or you can leave it with us ad we’ll bake it for pick up later).. Add a bottle of wine and it makes a great gift!

Click the link to register.

Parking available behind the building while you paint.

Call us if you have questions. 706-525-1563 

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Hand Tinting Photos Class
May
21
2:00 PM14:00

Hand Tinting Photos Class

Try something new and dynamic, hand tinting black and white photos will alcohol inks! Photographer Bryan Garris will be supplying a variety of prints, mostly local scenery and you’ll “color” them with inks. It’s fun and easy and makes quite a dynamic presentation. Please click the link to register. $40

706-525-1563

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JUNK JOURNAL CLUB - HELLO SUNSHINE!
May
16
2:00 PM14:00

JUNK JOURNAL CLUB - HELLO SUNSHINE!

BRIGHTER DAYS, BLOOMING FLOWERS, FRESH ENERGY!

Join instructor Cheri Cicio for an afternoon of junk journaling all the joys of spring! All skill levels welcome. Come learn how to tell your story in a creative way using found junk or treasures. Bring your journal or Cheri will provide one for you. All supplies and snacks are provided. $30 Call 706-525-1563 if you have questions.

Please click the link to register.

Parking available behind the building while you’re creating!

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Stencils, Paint & Paper Class
Apr
29
2:00 PM14:00

Stencils, Paint & Paper Class

Choose paint colors, stencils and paper types and create a work of art on your choice of canvas size. Lots of room for creativity with this project and everything is supplied. Please click the link to register. Call us with any questions! 706-525-1563, $35

We’re located just off the Square, across from Hancock Park, parking available behind the building.

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Flowers for Mom - Acrylics Class
Apr
26
2:30 PM14:30

Flowers for Mom - Acrylics Class

FLOWERS FOR MOM! 
Acrylics Class 
Saturday, May 9
2-4:30

Paint some big, bold, bright flowers for mom (or yourself)! Choose your canvas size (16”x20” or 18”x24”) and the flower(s) you’d like to paint and bring out your inner artist! Everything is supplied and beginners are welcome! Please click the link to register. $40

Call us with any questions or if you need any more information. 706-525-1563

Parking is available behind our building while you paint! 

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Handbuilding Pottery Class - Mug or Cup
Apr
25
10:00 AM10:00

Handbuilding Pottery Class - Mug or Cup

TWO CLASSES - MORNING (10AM-1PM) AND AFTERNOON (2-5PM) PLEAE CLICK THE LINK TO REGISTER AND SELECT THE TIME YOU’D LIKE TO COME

Join instructor April Brown and learn to make a mug or a cup! Everything is supplied and snacks and drinks are included. Parking available behind the building. Click the link to register. $55

Class details:

Pottery Building Workshop — What to Expect

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll build and paint your own masterpiece using hand-building techniques. No experience needed—this workshop is beginner friendly and focused on creativity and fun.


What’s Included

•   Clay, pottery tools, and firing

•   Step-by-step instruction

•   A variety of colors to paint your mug

•   Firing of your finished piece (handled by the instructor)

 

During the Workshop

•   You’ll shape your piece using hand-building (no pottery wheels)

•   Add texture, details, and/or a handle

•   Paint your piece with your choice of colors

 

After the Workshop

•   Masterpieces will be fired by the instructor and made food-safe

•   You’ll be notified when your piece is ready for pickup

•   Turnaround time: typically 2–3 weeks (pick up at the workshop location or you may arrange shipping)

 

Important Details

•   Aprons will be provided; clay can be messy

•   Space is limited—registration is required in advance

•   Please note that all class pieces must be picked up within 3 months of the class date. After 3 months, unclaimed pieces will be donated to make room on the studio shelves.

 

Who Can Attend

   •   Perfect for beginners

   •   Great for a creative outing with friends, or a solo experience

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Paint a Bear - Bear on the Square weekend
Apr
18
to Apr 19

Paint a Bear - Bear on the Square weekend

Pick a picture of the bear you’d like to paint and a canvas and we’ll help you put it all together! Give us a call to reserve a work space anytime Saturday or Sunday afternoons during Bear on the Square. $30

We’re located just off the Square in downtown Dahlonega.

706-525-1563

(We regret we cannot offer private parking on festival weekends as our lot will be reserved for hotel guests and employees).

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Open Studio Arts and Crafts Time
Apr
3
10:00 AM10:00

Open Studio Arts and Crafts Time

Open Studio provides an opportunity for local artists to connect and create in our classroom/gallery setting. Bring whatever work in progress you have or start something new and utilize our space to work in. We’ll also have a project suggestion or some extra supplies to dabble with that you’re welcome to try out. This is free studio time, all that we ask is that you bring your own supplies and call us to reserve a space. 706-525-1563

(OPEN STUDIO IS HELD THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 10 AM.)

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 Beaded Earring Workshop
Mar
28
11:00 AM11:00

Beaded Earring Workshop

Create some beaded earrings with us (3 pair). We’ll supply everything you need to design and assemble 3 pair of beaded earrings. Using the beads of your choice we’ll help you design them and handle the finishing if you’’re not familiar with jewelry tools. 

Please click the link to register $40

Parking available behind the building while you create. Please call us if you have any questions.

706-525-1563

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 Introduction to Alcohol Ink Class
Mar
21
11:00 AM11:00

Introduction to Alcohol Ink Class

Is it time to try something new? Sure it is! Come join us for an intro to this vivid medium, alcohol ink! You can try it out on ceramic tile, photo paper and vinyl floor tile and you’ll take some finished pieces home with you. Class is suitable for beginners and all materials are supplied.

Give us a call for more info or if you have any questions. 706-525-1563

Parking available behind the building while you paint.

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Window Painting Class
Mar
14
11:00 AM11:00

Window Painting Class

Paint a window with us with any design you like, bring an idea or use our reference materials. Windows vary in sizes but most are standard 6 pane or one solid pane of glass, medium to large, we’ll have a few sizes to pick from. Class includes window, glass paints, hanging hardware and wire or chain. We’ll also have snacks and drinks for you and you may bring a lunch (we’ll take a break). In order to give everyone space to work, this class is limited to 5 students.  $65

Please click the link to register. Call us with any questions, 706-525-1563

Parking is available behind the building while you paint.

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Scrap and Yap! Junk Journaling Class
Mar
7
2:00 PM14:00

Scrap and Yap! Junk Journaling Class

A junk journal is a handmade book crafted from recycled, found, or "junk" materials—such as old book pages, maps, envelopes, and packaging—used to document memories, store keepsakes, or create art. It serves as a personalized, artistic, and often vintage-style repository for ephemera (tickets, notes) and creative expression.

Beginning and experienced journalers are welcome in this journaling class. Cheri Cicio will guide you through designing your journal pages. You’ll be provided with scrapbook paper, vintage book pages, stickers and other paper items that you’ll use to make a 2 page “spread.” Students will also learn to make a paper cart flower or ribbon to use in their journal or on a gift bag. Bring your own journal or Cheri will supply one for you. So bring anything you’d like to add or just come as you are, we’ve got you covered!

Please click the link to register.

https://www.simpletix.com/e/junk-journaling-scrap-yap-workshop-tickets-260423

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Introduction to Oil Painting - 2 Day Workshop
Feb
23
to Feb 24

Introduction to Oil Painting - 2 Day Workshop

INTRO TO OIL PAINTING WITH
ANNE HOPE!
FEB 23 & 24
11am-4pm
$125 for both days includes all supplies, lunch on Monday the 23rd, snacks and drinks. 
Please click the link to register 
706-525-
1563

 

INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTING

WHAT  WILL BE COVERED

DAY ONE

February 23            FROM   11:00 – 4:00

PAINTING BASICS

Creating your own composition using sketches, canvas preparation and underpainting. The light source and its importance of consistency with shadows and highlights. Color value and the use of positive and negative space. 

Making the scope and scale of your objects work within your painting.

Finding the correct perspective of objects in your overall composition.

BRUSH BASICS

Showing examples of over a dozen different types of brushes, their uses and the different materials they are made of.  Demonstrating the different brushes and the effects they can make. How the varied materials they are made of can create different effects.  The proper cleaning of your brushes to make them last.  You will also practice with the brushes to make clouds, bushes, trees, rocks, water and other landscape fundamentals.

COLOR BASICS

We will cover the color wheel and how to work with a limited palette of color. You will practice color mixing using the primary colors only.

 

DAY TWO

February 24              FROM 11:00 – 4:00

I will give you an example picture of a basic landscape. (See sample above). 

You will begin your own composition working independently with the skills you have learned. I will help you along but will not be demonstrating it for you.

You are free to add your own creativity to the basic example.

(There will be coffee, juice and muffins for breakfast Monday and Tuesday.
Lunch will be served on Monday and only light snacks on Tuesday.

The cost is $125.00 for the both days and all supplies are included.
Cancellation must be no later than Friday the 20th by 5:00 P.M. to receive a refund.
We cannot apply the fee for the workshop to any other classes.)

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Hand Building Pottery Workshop - Build a Vase
Feb
21
3:00 PM15:00

Hand Building Pottery Workshop - Build a Vase

Come learn to hand build a pottery vase with instructor April Brown. Everything is supplied and snacks and drinks are included. Parking available behind the building. Click the link to register. $55

Class details:

Pottery Building Workshop — What to Expect

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll build and paint your own masterpiece using hand-building techniques. No experience needed—this workshop is beginner friendly and focused on creativity and fun.


What’s Included

•   Clay, pottery tools, and firing

•   Step-by-step instruction

•   A variety of colors to paint your mug

•   Firing of your finished piece (handled by the instructor)

 

During the Workshop

•   You’ll shape your piece using hand-building (no pottery wheels)

•   Add texture, details, and/or a handle

•   Paint your piece with your choice of colors

 

After the Workshop

•   Masterpieces will be fired by the instructor and made food-safe

•   You’ll be notified when your piece is ready for pickup

•   Turnaround time: typically 2–3 weeks (pick up at the workshop location or you may arrange shipping)

 

Important Details

•   Aprons will be provided; clay can be messy

•   Space is limited—registration is required in advance

•   Please note that all class pieces must be picked up within 3 months of the class date. After 3 months, unclaimed pieces will be donated to make room on the studio shelves.

 

Who Can Attend

   •   Perfect for beginners

   •   Great for a creative outing with friends, or a solo experience


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Hand Building Pottery Class - Make a Mug!
Feb
21
11:00 AM11:00

Hand Building Pottery Class - Make a Mug!

Everything is included to hand build a mug with instructor April Brown! Please click the link to register. $55

Drinks and snacks provided and parking available behind the building. 

Class Details

Pottery Building Workshop — What to Expect

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on pottery workshop where you’ll build and paint your own masterpiece using hand-building techniques. No experience needed—this workshop is beginner friendly and focused on creativity and fun.


What’s Included

•   Clay, pottery tools, and firing

•   Step-by-step instruction

•   A variety of colors to paint your mug

•   Firing of your finished piece (handled by the instructor)

 

During the Workshop

•   You’ll shape your piece using hand-building (no pottery wheels)

•   Add texture, details, and/or a handle

•   Paint your piece with your choice of colors

 

After the Workshop

•   Masterpieces will be fired by the instructor and made food-safe

•   You’ll be notified when your piece is ready for pickup

•   Turnaround time: typically 2–3 weeks (pick up at the workshop location or you may arrange shipping)

 

Important Details

•   Aprons will be provided; clay can be messy

•   Space is limited—registration is required in advance

•   Please note that all class pieces must be picked up within 3 months of the class date. After 3 months, unclaimed pieces will be donated to make room on the studio shelves.

 

Who Can Attend

   •   Perfect for beginners

   •   Great for a creative outing with friends, or a solo experience


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Winter Birds - Acrylics, afternoon class
Feb
7
2:00 PM14:00

Winter Birds - Acrylics, afternoon class

Pick a time and register online to paint our fine feathered winter friends with us. Your choice of canvas size and subject. Beginners are welcome. Everything is supplied, complimentary tea, coffee and cookies too! 

Please click the link to register and select your preferred class time. $40 

Parking available behind the building while you paint. 

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Winter Birds - Acrylics, morning class
Feb
7
11:00 AM11:00

Winter Birds - Acrylics, morning class

Pick a time and register online to paint our fine feathered winter friends with us. Your choice of canvas size and subject. Beginners are welcome. Everything is supplied, complimentary tea, coffee and cookies too! 

Please click the link to register and select your preferred class time. $40 

Parking available behind the building while you paint. 

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Silicone Brush Painting Class
Jan
15
2:00 PM14:00

Silicone Brush Painting Class

Come try something new! Painting with silicone “brushes!” Santa gifted us some of these fun tools so we’re offering a class using them. Silicone brushes make smooth brush strokes and straight lines. They offer a creative way to spread paint into chunky shapes and abstract forms. Beginners welcome! Everything is provided, just bring your imagination! $35

Please click the link to register

Parking available behind the building 

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Red Barn in Winter - Bob Ross Painting Class
Jan
13
11:00 AM11:00

Red Barn in Winter - Bob Ross Painting Class

Learn to paint this cozy barn in the Bob Ross style with certified instructor, Anne Hope. Beginners are welcome and you’ll go home with a finished project. All materials are included as well as snacks and drinks. Parking available behind the building - rear door entrance

Please click the link to register

Call us with questions or for more info 706-525-1563

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