Classes
february 2025
This 4-week COURSE meets Friday, FEBRUARY 7TH, 14TH, 21ST, & 28TH
from 1pm to 3pm
Want to know why Van Gogh, Cezanne and Monet's paintings are so famous and well loved? Want to make your artwork sing like theirs? In this four week class, instructor Rachel Crawford will let you in on one of their secrets... COLOR! This beginning Color Theory class will explore the theory and history of color through hands-on color mixing and painting. Students will create a variety of color wheels and each week, will create a small painting applying color mixing theory using the various color wheel relationships to learn color harmony, contrast, and value. This class will also cover the principles of design, the elements of art, and the Divine Proportion when planning out the small painting designs.
*Note: Traditional gouache will be used in this class (see materials list).
Open Pottery Studio allows individuals with previous pottery knowledge to freely create new works of art! Resident pottery instructor, Janie Dick, will be in attendance to monitor ceramicists and answer questions, but only minimal instruction is provided. Students receive as much low-fire Gator White clay as they need for $1.00/lb, use of the pottery wheel, slab roller, and all tools and glazes. Students may also bring any low-fire clay, low-fire glazes, and tools, they may want to use. STAA will handle all bisque and glaze firing on site. Firings will take place at the end of the third and fourth weeks of studio, so make sure your pieces are bone dry and ready! Any additional firings will be a $15 charge per firing to the student.
this 4-week class meets
Thursday, February 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Students will learn step by step how to throw basic forms on the potter’s wheel. In the first two classes, students will learn and practice making different vessels that could be wheel thrown such as mugs, bowls, and plates. Students will trim their thrown pieces and then work with stamps and tools to add different textures, designs, and attachments to their work. In the last class students will apply glazes and the instructor will give students a time and date to pick up their fired pieces. Students are asked to bring an old rag or towel to use for clean up!
single-session class
Valentine’s Day!
Febrruary 14th
4:00pm and 6:00pm
Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!
Single-Session Class Saturday, February 15th
4:00pm and 6:00pm
B.Y.O.W.
Get the girls together this Galentine’s Day, sip some wine, and build a mug!
Students will learn the basics of handbuilding with clay to create their very own ceramic mug. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, add attachments, and use glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!
march 2025
Friday, march 14th & 21st
4:00pm & 6:00pm
Have a special someone you want to create a memorable evening with, or do you and your friends need a night out?
Join us for this “couples” course! Each couple creates hand thrown pieces on the potter’s wheel. Instructor Janie Dick will teach students how to work with clay to throw their very own vessel. Create a variety of pieces, then choose the best one to complete the firing process. Students will work with stamps and tools to add texture to their pieces, attachments, and choose glazes to add color. Pieces are then fired, and students will receive an email when they are ready to be picked up!
This 3-week COURSE meets Friday, march 14, 21, & 28
from 1Pm to 3pm
In this class, students will learn how to paint with gouache! Gouache is a wonderful opaque watercolor paint that has been in use for centuries. It is used on paper and dries to a matte finish. Students will learn all of its various uses, from thick to thinned with water, layering techniques, and beyond.
Week One: Layering Techniques
Week Two: Botanical Study
Week Three: Ink Wash Technique
This four-week course Meets sunday, March 9, 16, 23, & 30
9:00am to 11:00am
This Discovering Watercolor Course is for all skill levels. This four-week course explores nontraditional watercolor techniques. Together, we will navigate a variety of techniques and exercises. Rachael will guide you in developing the skills, knowledge, and confidence in these unique areas of watercolor creation. No prior knowledge of watercolor is required! This course is for adults only. This course is mainly about having fun, creating art with unexpected outcomes, and applying experimental skills to everyday watercolor ideas.
This single-session workshop takes place
thursday, March 13th
From 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Come one, come all - and make a custom pair of earrings in the gallery! I provide the pieces, the inspo, and the how-to. You provide your design and color sensibilities. After two hours of music, wine, and fun, you’ll get to take home your one-of-a-kind, ready-to-wear-earrings - and maybe you’ll make a new friend while you’re at it.
THe second tuesday of each month
march through november
6:30PM to 9:00pm
Drawing is the foundation of the arts, the basis of all eventual understanding of every form of painting, including abstract, figure, landscape, etc. Drawing classes stress the comprehension of value, proportion and scale.
Bring your own drawing utensils and paper/newsprint or whatever you wish to draw on. This is a laid back group of art enthusiasts that gather to learn from each other and draw. All levels of experience welcome. Adults only; under 18 with parent permission.
No Instructor, Group Gathering
Location: The Art House at 320 N. Columbia St. in Downtown Covington
FEE: $25; includes rental facility, live model, wine and cheese.
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required!
Please contact Bill Badon: 504-812-0973 or LTHRART@hotmail.com
april 2025
This 4-week COURSE meets Friday, april 4, 11, 25, & May 2
(note: class does not meet friday, april 18)
from 1Pm to 3pm
In this class students will explore the visual effects of color and how our eyes and minds perceive it. Students will make a painting a week based upon the various visual effects we will be studying in this class. The supply list is the same as Intro to Color & Design.
Camps
March - April
All students should bring a snack and something to drink!
All Supplies Included
Everyone’s favorite pottery camp is back! Resident ceramics instructor, Janie Dick, will explore old and new techniques used throughout history in ceramics with students. Campers will work with clay and use a variety of techniques to create fabulous ceramic pieces. While developing their fine and major motor skills, children will be encouraged to use their imaginations to create functional and sculptural work on the potter’s wheel and through handbuilding techniques.
june
Children are guided in a hands-on learning environment through the basics of painting, drawing and clay, exploring Art History and their own imaginations. Please pack a bag lunch and morning snack.
All students should bring a snack, lunch, and something to drink!
Join us each friday afternoon to see your camper’s work hung in our gallery!
All Supplies Included!
Learn More Here!
Does your child want a summer program where they can immerse themselves in visual art?
The Young Artists Studio summer program educates and promotes teen artists in a hands on learning environment through painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed-media project. Students will create unique projects while also learning professional art techniques and theories. With only 10 spots available, specialized and personal instruction gives students the opportunity to pick their own path as an artist and develop skills to create a diverse portfolio or art for their personal collection.
july
Everyone’s favorite pottery camp is back! Resident ceramics instructor, Janie Dick, will explore old and new techniques used throughout history in ceramics with students. Campers will work with clay and use a variety of techniques to create fabulous ceramic pieces. While developing their fine and major motor skills, children will be encouraged to use their imaginations to create functional and sculptural work on the potter’s wheel and through handbuilding techniques.