Looking for a interactive activity to do with family that will last beyond a day?

Learn how to make your own sensory bins and have your child incorporate their distinctive touch.

This is an immersive experience that will extend beyond the classroom, as parents will take home knowledge on how to incorporate sensory play into their daily living, and children will leave with two mini personalized sensory bins! (2 per child.)

All supplies are provided by WSS!

*Some food items may be used. Please notify WSS of all allergies when registering.

Key Takeaways:

o Interactive experience for you and your child

o Tactile sensory experience merged with creativity.

o A new way for your child to experience creative play.

o Learn the importance of incorporating different tactile elements – not just a thematic element in sensory play.

o Learn how to reduce, reuse, and recycle sensory bins into new ones, when your child has lost interest.

o Leave with two mini sensory bins.

Join WSS artist Jill Adzia for Nature Watercolor Painting and Pencil technique class. (For 18 +) Students will learn a variety of watercolor and watercolor pencil techniques. Students will celebrate fall, students will explore painting colorful fall leaves, foliage and more! 

This watercolor class is for anyone interested in learning the step by step basics of Watercolor painting. 

Jill will lead you through an easy to learn "Still Life" composition.... first practicing  color mixing, color washes, "wet on wet", "wet on dry"exercises.  Students will  learn and explore using  highlights, lowlights, perspective and the use of shadows during  the class lessons. 

Each week will be another adventure into the beautiful world of Watercolor painting! 

Please purchase basic watercolor supplies needed for first class:

• Sketchbook (Your choice of size)
• 2B Pencil
• Kneaded eraser
• Roll of masking tape
• Watercolor Pad 9 X 12 inch
• Basic Water Color paint set (WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.)
• Palette (WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.)
• 2 Brushes(Small & Medium round)(WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.)
• 2 small water color containers(WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.)
• Drawing Board (WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.)
• Basic Watercolor pencil set (WSS will provide or purchase your own to keep.

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Join us for an exhilarating 3-hour printmaking workshop where you'll craft your very own print stamp! Using Lino blocks, renowned for their user-friendly carving surface, you'll sculpt your unique printing block with ease.

During this creative session, you'll have ample time to infuse intricate details into your design and bring it to life through printing. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop promises a fulfilling artistic journey where you can explore and challenge your creativity in a welcoming environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to indulge in the mindful art of printmaking!

Leave class with a unique artistic product.

Immortalize your beloved furry friend and create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece!

Join us for a delightful pet portrait art class designed exclusively for adults ages 16 and up.

In this fun and imaginative workshop, you'll embark on a journey of artistic expression as you capture the unique personality and charm of your pet. Guided by experienced instructor, Kelley Cappell, you'll learn essential techniques in portrait drawing and painting, tailored specifically for capturing the essence of your companion.

No prior art experience is necessary – just bring your love for your pet and an open mind! Throughout the workshop, you'll enjoy a relaxed and supportive atmosphere, perfect for unleashing your inner artist and exploring different mediums and styles.

Best yet, you will leave the class with a heartfelt keepsake to cherish for years to come!

*Materials are included, please bring a large 8.5 x 11 photo of your pet, preferrably a head shot. (The bigger the photo the better.) 

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Learn to make your own lovely unique artistic ornament(s) crafted in tin in this one-hour class. 

These delightful unique one of a kind little metal ornaments will make the perfect seasonal artistic decoration or a unique and special gift for a loved one this holiday season.

Students will make 2 ornaments in this one-hour session. Students will leave class with new skills.

All materials provided. for 16+

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Get ready to unleash your inner artist in our exciting screen printing workshop! Whether you've always dreamed of screen printing your own designs or are just curious to learn, this workshop is tailor-made for you.

You'll dive into the process of creating a one-of-a-kind design, mastering the technique of transferring it onto the screen, and printing it onto various surfaces. The skills you gain won't just stay in the classroom – you'll leave empowered to continue screen printing at home, creating custom designs whenever inspiration strikes.

To get you started right away, I'll provide everything you need, including a bag and other fun items to print on during the class. Don't miss out on this chance to learn a new skill and unleash your creativity in a vibrant and supportive workshop setting!

This class is a five week comprehensive introduction to colored pencil drawing techniques. Students will learn techniques for drawing using colored pencil, to achieve beautiful painterly effects. Students will leave class with new colored pencil drawing skills and finished works of art. For 16+

Curriculum will include:

• How to use different drawing strokes to achieve results.
• How to effectively layer colors for painterly techniques
• How to use Color Theory to increase the drama of your artwork.
• and more! 

Starting with an underlaying drawing, the blending of layers of color will give a painterly quality to the drawings. Students will learn about additional tools that will help achieve the desired effects to their drawing. Students will start with a tutorial lesson, then students will work on their own drawings with the guidance of the instructor.

Students should bring references and ideas for drawings they would like to create.

*If a repeat session is offered, it could be ongoing for students to continue their projects and refine their drawing skills.

This is a 5 Week Course.  NO Class on November 28th.

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What you will need to purchase before class:

• 24 color Prismacolor Premier Pencil
• Crescent cold press illustration board   (2 - 3 8 x 10 sheets) 
•  9”x12” tracing paper pad
• 2B pencil
• 12” aluminum non-slip ruler (recommended)
• Roll of scotch magic tape
• Prisma color pencil sharpener (recommended)
• Kneaded eraser

Supplies are available through many online outlets including Dick Blick, Amazon, and Michael’s.

 More about your instructor Lisa at:

http://resolution-creative-services.com/lisa-smith-youngdahl/

Tis the season to create your own creative beautiful homemade holiday gifts!  Leave the store-bought holiday behind and enjoy a creative homemade holiday season this year at Water Street Studios!

In this one day workshop, students will explore creating and making their own unique work of art to frame or gift.

• The project will be a winter drawing project using scratchboard drawing techniques on black! The results will be beautiful and dramatic. 
• This class is perfect for beginners to intermediate students.

 * Materials included in registration, be prepared to bring yourself and have some fun! for adults 16 +

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