Students will work from a mix of sources, including photos, still-life setups, plein-air sketches, and live subjects, while exploring a range of oil painting methods and techniques. Artist and instructor Wes Sherman will guide you through approaches that strengthen your understanding of composition, color, and form while also supporting your personal creative direction.

This class welcomes all experience levels. You are encouraged to bring and use the oil or acrylic painting supplies you already have. A suggested materials list is included below for anyone who would like added guidance.

Class Level: Adults and Teens 16+, all levels welcome.

Will you be joining us virtually? Please check your receipt for the zoom link. 

 Painting with Wes Supply List

Non-Member Price: $300

Member Price: $275

Pastels have been used to create beautiful and bold color drawings throughout the centuries.  Learn about the different types of pastel and how to blend and layer pastel to get a soft haze or a sharp edge.  The instructor will demonstrate how to approach a pastel drawing through various stages, from the composition and getting the correct proportions and perspective, to understanding which colors to use to get the correct shade you are looking for.  We will be drawing from photographs for this class.  You can use your own photos or use the reference that the instructor will supply.

Pastels with Meg Supply List

Non-Member Price: $240

Member Price: $215

This beginner-friendly class is the perfect way to dive into the world of clay. Students will start with basic throwing techniques and progress at their own pace. Students will work with stoneware and fire their creations in an electric kiln to cone 6, making them microwave and dishwasher-safe. With demonstrations, hands-on support, and plenty of encouragement, each session is a chance to experiment, play, and discover the joy of pottery.

No Class on Saturday May 9, and 23, 2026

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, glazes, and the firing of your in-class creations.

Clay purchases and tools are not included.

Non-Member Price: $440

Member Price: $415

As winter fades, there is no better time to step outside and capture the first signs of spring on the canvas. En plein air, a French expression meaning "in the open air," is the practice of painting outdoors to capture nature as it unfolds before you. Each week the class meets at a new location where artist, Wes Sherman, offers guidance, feedback, and insights to support your creative process. You will learn to paint directly from nature, sharpen your observational skills, and explore what it means to be a contemporary landscape painter while fully engaging with your surroundings, your materials, and your own artistic vision.

Students are invited to work in either oil, acrylic or watercolor. Please bring whatever supplies you already have in the medium of your choice.

The first class will take place at Willowwood Arboretum in Chester, NJ. Specific meeting location details will be sent by the instructor via email.

Non-Member Price: $225

Member Price: $200

Designed for artists of all skill levels, this class explores a range of acrylic techniques through nature-inspired themes. Participants will build confidence and develop their artistic voice while painting serene waterscapes, expressive landscapes, and luminous skies. Each session begins with a demonstration of the day’s focus, followed by guided, hands-on painting time. As you work, you will receive individual feedback and support to strengthen your technique and deepen your understanding of the medium. We will bring everything together by using the skills you have learned to create a personal, nature-inspired painting that reflects your unique perspective.

Intro to Acrylics Supply List

Non Member Price - $230

Member Price - $205

If you’ve always wanted to express yourself through drawing, this course will guide you through the fundamental concepts and techniques that bring your ideas to life. You’ll explore the essentials of composition, perspective, shading, and rendering while building confidence and skill along the way.

Class Level: Adults and Teens 16+ (Beginner)

Into to Drawing Supply List

No class on Monday May 25, 2026.

Non-Member Price: $250

Member Price: $225

Enjoy exploring the beautiful world of watercolor in this fun and relaxed class. Using still-life subjects and photographs, students learn both basic and advanced watercolor techniques, such as washes, glazing, and edge control, while emphasizing the importance of preserving light in translucent watercolor. Students are encouraged to work at their own pace with guidance from instructor Lena Shiffman.

Morning Watercolor Supply List

Non-Member Price: $400

Member Price: $375

Join watercolor artist Aprajita Lal for an evening class designed for students with some experience who are looking to strengthen their skills. Each session includes demonstrations, guided practice, and personalized feedback to help you gain greater control of the medium while continuing to develop your creative voice. You will have time to experiment, learn from others, and grow more confident in your watercolor painting.

Non Member Price - $220

Member Price - $195