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Tuition, Fees & Materials
Tuition includes four consecutive weekly classes—and if you join mid-month, we’ll adjust it for you! Adult classes have a yearly admin fee, but no worries—we’ll prorate that too if you start mid-year
Materials are not included for Adult Classes. Once we discuss your skill level and goals, we’ll provide a personalized materials list that you’ll be responsible for bringing to class.
AGE GROUPS
NORTHWEST
We are close to Hwy 183N, with easy access to Balcones neighborhood, Northwest Hills, Canyon Creek, North Burnet–Gateway, and Steiner Ranch
Art Programs
for Adults and Seniors
How many adults have you heard say, “I do not have an artistic bone in my body” or “I can’t even draw a straight line”?
Many people stop drawing around 10 years of age, often becoming self-conscious and overly critical of their abilities. As Pablo Picasso famously said, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” However, the good news is that drawing is a skill—just like riding a bicycle or playing an instrument—that anyone can learn, and we can teach you (see what you can learn).
Furthermore, our adult classes offer personalized instruction based on each student’s experience and interests. As a result, participants can work on different projects at various skill levels to track their individual progress (see before/after progress gallery).
For students who are beginners
We recommend that beginners start with drawing.
After all, drawing is the foundation for all other media—like learning to walk before you run. It helps students develop observation, coordination, and confidence, which are essential for progressing into painting or more complex projects.
To support this, adult beginners begin with drawing exercises from Dr. Betty Edwards’ “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain”, along with additional exercises developed by our team.
The curriculum includes contour, cross-contour, negative space, perspective, understanding of value and basic shading techniques, primarily using pencil and paper. Once these core skills are mastered, students transition to charcoal and soft pastels to deepen their understanding of values and shading.
For experienced students
Before starting, an initial consultation helps determine the student’s current level, interests, and class objectives. From there, a series of tailored projects strengthens existing skills or introduces new mediums. Students can explore charcoal, pencil, watercolor, soft pastels, oil pastels, and acrylics.
For experienced students
