About the Class

Designed for beginner to intermediate students, this class provides step-by-step demonstrations of essential watercolor techniques. Instructor Moira, a signature member of Watercolor West and award-winning painter of Palm Springs scenes, shares her expertise and love of desert landscapes in an encouraging setting. Her classes at the Desert Art Center are very popular, and the paintings shown here were created by her students.

About the Class

In this hands-on class, students will learn the essential skills of stained glass, including glass selection, pattern transfer, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering, and finishing. Each student will complete a basic project, gaining both knowledge and confidence in this timeless art form.

Please contact Don to register, receive the address, and get the materials list.

About the Class

Explore the art of handbuilt and slab ceramics in this creative, all-levels class. Learn a variety of techniques to design and build both functional pieces and sculptural slab artwork. Each session will cover skills for building, refining, and glazing, giving you the tools to bring your ceramic ideas to life.

About the Class

This is mainly an intermediate class for those with some experience of watercolor painting. Beginners are advised that one of our Elements of Watercolor workshops in the Fall or Spring is the best start. Any beginners wishing to attend the weekly class should discuss this with the instructor. Each week will have a class project circulated by email in advance, but students are also free to paint from their own sketches or photographs.

About the Class

This class is designed for true novices eager to try the potter’s wheel for the first time. Students will learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing: centering, shaping, and trimming, along with an introduction to the glazing process. By the end, you’ll have a strong foundation to continue exploring clay.

About the Class

Explore the art of handbuilt and slab ceramics in this creative, all-levels (beginners welcome) class. Learn a variety of techniques or continue your own self-paced journey in a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment.

Sessions will cover skills for building, refining, and glazing, giving you the tools to bring your ceramic ideas to life.

*Firing and glaze fees based on projects

About the Class

Take your acrylic painting skills to the next level! In this class, you’ll explore the essential techniques and principles that bring a painting to life. From composition and color mixing to brushwork and finishing touches, you’ll discover the keys that make an artwork truly shine. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your style, this class will help you build confidence and grow as an artist.