River Tree Arts offers a variety of art classes and workshops for adults throughout the year. Gain fresh perspectives through a wide range of programs and resources for the novice as well as the expert.
Our instructors are marvelous and very talented. If you are interested in learning more about the faculty, please see our faculty page. By becoming a member of River Tree Arts, you will gain access to special events and also save money on each class. Read more about membership here.
FEBRUARY BREAK INTENSIVE
Wire Trees with Wire By Ryan – Sponsored by Federal Jacks Date: Saturday February 22nd Duration: 3pm-5pm (2 hours) Cost: $75 members / $80 non-members Beer & Snack Tickets: $15 per person. Includes 2 beverages and cold pub snacks. Beer & sodas by Shipyard Brewing and Captain Eli’s, cold pub snacks from Federal Jacks. Coffee, tea and bottled water are also available. About The Class: Join local award winning wire artist Ryan Kelley for a wire tree art class at River Tree Arts. Ryan will teach you how to create a wire tree in any style you want on an adult closed fist sized rock you provide during this two hour class! Price includes all of the tools and materials needed for you to create your own wire tree sculpture! Things you need to bring: – An adult closed fist sized rock for your tree to grow on – Friends and family to participate with – Your creativity! |
ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
ADULT CLASSES – MONDAYS |
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ADULT CLASSES – TUESDAYS |
Latin Style Dance
Dates: (6 weeks) February 25 – April 1 When: Tuesday evenings, 6:45pm-7:30pm Guest Instructor: Mari Mattuchio Ages: Teens & Adults Cost: Members: $120; Non-members: $132 Learn one of the two basic and most popular Latin style dances, Merengue & Salsa. We will spend 3 weeks learning each dance in a fun and relaxed environment. No previous experience needed. Smooth sole shoes preferred but not required. Max. # of attendees: 10 |
ADULT WORKSHOPS – WEDNESDAYS |
WEDNESDAY PAINT NIGHTS: Acrylics and Nature Workshop
Cost: Members: $38.00 / Non-Members: $43.00 (all supplies included) Instructor: Marguerite Genest We will create fresh, acrylic paintings inspired by nature. You will learn brush strokes and basic acrylic techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max: 12 attendees March 19: REGISTER HERE |
WEDNESDAY PAINT NIGHTS: Intro to Gouache Workshop
Cost: Members: $38.00 / Non-Members: $43.00 (all supplies included) Instructor: Leah Payne We will create fun, stylized, paintings inspired by nature. You will learn basic gouache techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max: 12 attendees |
ADULT CLASSES – THURSDAYS |
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ADULT CLASSES – FRIDAYS |
PAINT & SIPs with Marguerite When: Various dates Cost: $40 Members / $45 non-members per workshop (all supplies included)Instructor: Marguerite GenestEnjoy an evening of painting and socializing with friends while sipping wine. Channel your inner Picasso as we paint a predetermined themed canvas. Local artist Marguerite Genest will guide you through the step by step process of developing your composition, colors and technique, using acrylic paints on a stretched 9 x 12” canvas which will be a keepsake. Glasses of wine available for donation. Thank you to our Paint & Sip Sponsors. Max: 16 attendeesFriday, February 14, 6pm – 8pm: Valentine’s Day/Date Night theme REGISTER HEREFriday, March 21, 6pm – 8pm: Spring theme REGISTER HERE |
ADULT CLASSES – SATURDAYS |
Adult All Levels Vinyasa Yoga with Leslie
When: Saturday mornings, 8-9am Instructor: Leslie Cargill Cost: One Day Passes & 5 session & 10 session punch cards available that include all class locations. Leslie is a personal coach and yoga instructor. She brings 500+ hours advanced training, years of teaching experience, and a personalized approach to helping people of all ages, abilities, and experience from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, |
Adult Basics & Gentle Yoga with Leslie When: Saturday mornings, 9:30-10:30am Instructor: Leslie Cargill Cost: One Day Passes & 5 session & 10 session punch cards available that include all class locations. Leslie is a personal coach and yoga instructor. She brings 500+ hours advanced training, years of teaching experience, and a personalized approach to helping people of all ages, abilities, and experience from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, |
ADULT CERAMICS CLASS with Hannah Dates: (6 weeks) March 1 – April 5 (makeup if RTA cancels class 4/12) When: Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm Instructor: Hannah Medovnikov Cost: Members: $240 (+$25 materials fee; Non-members: $264 (+ $25 materials fee) Come join ceramic artist Hannah Medovnikov for an engaging and educational journey into the world of clay! In this session, participants will explore a variety of hand-building techniques, crafting both beautiful and practical pieces inspired by the nuances of everyday life. Embracing individual creativity, students will be encouraged to delve into their unique inspirations while receiving expert guidance throughout the process. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to hone their skills on the potter’s wheel, shaping delightful mugs and bowls. The final week of the session will focus on the fundamentals of glazing, ensuring that all creations are not only aesthetically pleasing but also durable for everyday use. Whether you’re an intermediate level artist seeking to expand your repertoire or a seasoned ceramic enthusiast looking to refine your craft, this session promises to enrich your skills and ignite your creativity. Max 8 attendees |
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
- Don’t dress in your best attire for art classes; art can get messy!
- Please read all of River Tree Arts’ Policies and Procedures before registering for any event.
- In the case that a class is canceled due to weather and a student cannot attend the rain-date, refunds will not be issued.
- Programs are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment so don’t delay and register today!
- PLEASE BE ADVISED RTA is a NUT-FREE facility.
PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION DUE TO LOW NUMBERS, SO DON’T DELAY; REGISTER TODAY AND TELL YOUR FRIENDS!