Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Drawing and Painting With Camron Johnson

Instructor: Camron Johnson

Department: 2D, Drawing

Learn the basics of drawing and painting from professional author and illustrator, Camron Johnson, who has worked with Marvel, Upper Deck, Warner Bros, and more! Follow along as he works on a traditional work of art from start to finish. Hone in on your skills as Camron displays his workstation on-screen and opens dialogue to discuss tips, techniques, and answer your questions – All while you work on YOUR very own illustration! This 3-week class is for both drawing beginners and more advanced artists looking to learn new techniques.

Ages 12

Tuesday evenings 6:00- 8:00 pm

February 7- February 21, 2023

Cost $75

Basic materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild: paper, pencils, paint, paintbrushes, Sharpies, acrylic paint, rubber cement, blender tool

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Creative Arts Discovery Club (Age 9-12)

Department: Kids

Join us for this great 6 weeks course teaching fine art skills. At the end of each session we will host a special exhibit at First Friday to showcase all the awesome art we create!

Cost: $108

Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

January 4- February 8, 2023

Ages 9-12

Materials: Provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can use code PAGMEMBER to get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Instructor: Tyler Brandon

This class is designed for both beginners wanting to learn the basic of working with clay and more advanced students looking to take their throwing skills to the next level. Weekly demos include throwing various shapes, lids/knobs, handles, spouts, slabs and more.

Cost: $205

Wednesday nights from 5:30 pm to 9 pm

January 4- February 8, 2023

Ages 17 and up

Required: towel that can get dirty, basic tools

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map below of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Instructor: Doug Bergeron

Department: Photography

This class is an introduction to using your DSLR in the most creative mode, Manual. You will learn about, and how to control, your aperture and shutter speed, what the ISO is, how to use the exposure meter, depth of field, the basics of composition and lighting, and begin to unravel the mystery of all those lenses. You will participate in a class photo shoot and critique of images, and have a chance to work with constant and flash lighting systems. This course consists of six 2-hour sessions. Conventional DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are encouraged.

Ages 18 and above

6 Sessions: Wednesday evenings

January 25- March 1, 2023 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost $150

Students should bring their own DSLR or Mirrorless camera

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Instructor: Tyler Brandon

This class is designed for both beginners wanting to learn the basic of working with clay and more advanced students looking to take their throwing skills to the next level. Weekly demos include throwing various shapes, lids/knobs, handles, spouts, slabs and more.

Cost: $205

Thursday nights from 5:30 pm to 9 pm

January 5- February 9, 2023

Ages 17 and up

Required: towel that can get dirty, basic tools

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Textile Dyeing Techniques

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $150

Thursday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm

January 19- February 16, 2023

Ages 16

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Bring rubber gloves and wear clothes that can get messy

Instructor: Doug Bergeron

Department: Photography

This class is an introduction to using your DSLR in the most creative mode, Manual. You will learn about, and how to control, your aperture and shutter speed, what the ISO is, how to use the exposure meter, depth of field, the basics of composition and lighting, and begin to unravel the mystery of all those lenses. You will participate in a class photo shoot and critique of images, and have a chance to work with constant and flash lighting systems. This course consists of six 2-hour sessions. Conventional DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are encouraged.

Ages 18 and above

6 Sessions: Wednesday evenings

January 25- March 1, 2023 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost $150

Students should bring their own DSLR or Mirrorless camera

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Textile Dyeing Techniques

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $150

Thursday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm

January 19- February 16, 2023

Ages 16

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Bring rubber gloves and wear clothes that can get messy

Instructor: Doug Bergeron

Department: Photography

This class is an introduction to using your DSLR in the most creative mode, Manual. You will learn about, and how to control, your aperture and shutter speed, what the ISO is, how to use the exposure meter, depth of field, the basics of composition and lighting, and begin to unravel the mystery of all those lenses. You will participate in a class photo shoot and critique of images, and have a chance to work with constant and flash lighting systems. This course consists of six 2-hour sessions. Conventional DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are encouraged.

Ages 18 and above

6 Sessions: Wednesday evenings

January 25- March 1, 2023 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost $150

Students should bring their own DSLR or Mirrorless camera

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Inkle Loom Weaving

Instructor: Jennie Hawkey

Department: Fiber

Choose your favorite yarn colors and weave a band. You will set up the loom and weave a project in class and take home a lovely band that you can use as a belt, bag strap or trim. No experience necessary.

Ages 12 and up, (age 8-12 with a registered family member)

Monday evenings, February 27 & March 6, 2023

6:00 pm- 8:00 pm

Cost $50

All Materials Provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

January 26- February 16, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

All public parking in Downtown Peoria is limited to 2 hour parking Monday- Friday 8 am – 5 pm. You may park along the streets in metered spots, or park in various public lots for free for 2 hours. Please see a map here of available public parking lots.

Parking is free anywhere after 5 pm Monday- Friday, or anytime on the weekends.

Kids Clay Handbuilding

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Kids

Students will learn how to mold pieces of ceramic clay to make a variety of pottery sculptures. For three weeks we will create multiple pieces using simple tools, clay and water. Then the final week students will get to paint the pieces with underglaze to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $100

Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm

March 1- 22, 2023

Ages 8-13

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

***Projects to be fired and picked up at a later date. Firing can take up to 4 weeks after class ends***

Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a $5 discount. (Current members only!)

Instructor: Doug Bergeron

Department: Photography

This class is an introduction to using your DSLR in the most creative mode, Manual. You will learn about, and how to control, your aperture and shutter speed, what the ISO is, how to use the exposure meter, depth of field, the basics of composition and lighting, and begin to unravel the mystery of all those lenses. You will participate in a class photo shoot and critique of images, and have a chance to work with constant and flash lighting systems. This course consists of six 2-hour sessions. Conventional DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are encouraged.

Ages 18 and above

6 Sessions: Wednesday evenings

January 25- March 1, 2023 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost $150

Students should bring their own DSLR or Mirrorless camera

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

March 2- March 23, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Textile Art for Kids

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $100

Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm

March 2- march 30, 2023

Ages 10-15

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Wear clothes that can get messy the first 2 weeks of class

Drawing and Painting With Camron Johnson

Instructor: Camron Johnson

Department: 2D, Drawing

Learn the basics of drawing and painting from professional author and illustrator, Camron Johnson, who has worked with Marvel, Upper Deck, Warner Bros, and more! Follow along as he works on a traditional work of art from start to finish. Hone in on your skills as Camron displays his workstation on-screen and opens dialogue to discuss tips, techniques, and answer your questions – All while you work on YOUR very own illustration! This 3-week class is for both drawing beginners and more advanced artists looking to learn new techniques.

Ages 12

Tuesday evenings 6:00- 8:00 pm

March 7- March 21, 2023

Cost $75

Basic materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild: paper, pencils, paint, paintbrushes, Sharpies, acrylic paint, rubber cement, blender tool

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Kids Clay Handbuilding

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Kids

Students will learn how to mold pieces of ceramic clay to make a variety of pottery sculptures. For three weeks we will create multiple pieces using simple tools, clay and water. Then the final week students will get to paint the pieces with underglaze to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $100

Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm

March 1- 22, 2023

Ages 8-13

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

***Projects to be fired and picked up at a later date. Firing can take up to 4 weeks after class ends***

Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a $5 discount. (Current members only!)

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

March 2- March 23, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Textile Art for Kids

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $100

Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm

March 2- march 30, 2023

Ages 10-15

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Wear clothes that can get messy the first 2 weeks of class

Palette Knife Painting

Instructor: Laurie Moore

Department: 2D

Come explore painting with a palette knife! We will start with simple landscapes and you will learn how to block in shapes and mix paint for that beautiful sky with maybe a few clouds. From distant mountains to foreground color will be the key. You can be as abstract (loose) as you feel comfortable or detailed (tight) if that is your style. No previous experience necessary and as easy as spreading butter.

Ages 16 and up

Friday afternoon

4:00- 7:00 pm

March 10, 2023

Cost $35

All Materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Goose Egg Pysanky

Instructor: Crystal Potthoff

Department: Fiber Arts

Learn the ancient Ukrainian art of pysanky – batik on eggshell. In this class we will design and create a pysanky using a goose egg. Students will learn to use a lathe and templates to divide the egg. We will also cover wax application techniques using both electric and candle heated kistka. The result will be a beautiful pysanka to display for years to come.

Cost: $55

March 12 & 20, 2023

6:00-8:00 pm

Ages- 16

Materials: All Material Provided

Minimum Enrollment: 4

Maximum Enrollment:8

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Drawing and Painting With Camron Johnson

Instructor: Camron Johnson

Department: 2D, Drawing

Learn the basics of drawing and painting from professional author and illustrator, Camron Johnson, who has worked with Marvel, Upper Deck, Warner Bros, and more! Follow along as he works on a traditional work of art from start to finish. Hone in on your skills as Camron displays his workstation on-screen and opens dialogue to discuss tips, techniques, and answer your questions – All while you work on YOUR very own illustration! This 3-week class is for both drawing beginners and more advanced artists looking to learn new techniques.

Ages 12

Tuesday evenings 6:00- 8:00 pm

March 7- March 21, 2023

Cost $75

Basic materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild: paper, pencils, paint, paintbrushes, Sharpies, acrylic paint, rubber cement, blender tool

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Kids Clay Handbuilding

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Kids

Students will learn how to mold pieces of ceramic clay to make a variety of pottery sculptures. For three weeks we will create multiple pieces using simple tools, clay and water. Then the final week students will get to paint the pieces with underglaze to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $100

Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm

March 1- 22, 2023

Ages 8-13

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

***Projects to be fired and picked up at a later date. Firing can take up to 4 weeks after class ends***

Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a $5 discount. (Current members only!)

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

March 2- March 23, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Textile Art for Kids

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $100

Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm

March 2- march 30, 2023

Ages 10-15

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Wear clothes that can get messy the first 2 weeks of class

Goose Egg Pysanky

Instructor: Crystal Potthoff

Department: Fiber Arts

Learn the ancient Ukrainian art of pysanky – batik on eggshell. In this class we will design and create a pysanky using a goose egg. Students will learn to use a lathe and templates to divide the egg. We will also cover wax application techniques using both electric and candle heated kistka. The result will be a beautiful pysanka to display for years to come.

Cost: $55

March 12 & 20, 2023

6:00-8:00 pm

Ages- 16

Materials: All Material Provided

Minimum Enrollment: 4

Maximum Enrollment:8

All classes are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment. Students will be notified of class cancellation by 2 pm the day before class. Students can either retain a credit toward a future class or receive a full refund in 3-5 business days.

Drawing and Painting With Camron Johnson

Instructor: Camron Johnson

Department: 2D, Drawing

Learn the basics of drawing and painting from professional author and illustrator, Camron Johnson, who has worked with Marvel, Upper Deck, Warner Bros, and more! Follow along as he works on a traditional work of art from start to finish. Hone in on your skills as Camron displays his workstation on-screen and opens dialogue to discuss tips, techniques, and answer your questions – All while you work on YOUR very own illustration! This 3-week class is for both drawing beginners and more advanced artists looking to learn new techniques.

Ages 12

Tuesday evenings 6:00- 8:00 pm

March 7- March 21, 2023

Cost $75

Basic materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild: paper, pencils, paint, paintbrushes, Sharpies, acrylic paint, rubber cement, blender tool

Are you a member of the Peoria Art Guild? If so you can get a $5 discount (only for current members!)

Kids Clay Handbuilding

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Kids

Students will learn how to mold pieces of ceramic clay to make a variety of pottery sculptures. For three weeks we will create multiple pieces using simple tools, clay and water. Then the final week students will get to paint the pieces with underglaze to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $100

Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm

March 1- 22, 2023

Ages 8-13

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

***Projects to be fired and picked up at a later date. Firing can take up to 4 weeks after class ends***

Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a $5 discount. (Current members only!)

Pysanky Workshop

Instructor: Crystal Potthoff

Department: Fiber Arts

Learn the ancient art of pysanky – wax batik on eggshell. Instructor will guide you through the process to create your own unique pysanky. Using layers of wax and dye, we will turn a chicken egg into a beautiful work of art.

Cost: $35

Thursday afternoon

1:00-3:00 pm

March 23, 2023

Ages- 17

Materials: All Material Provided

Preschool Art Fun

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Kids

This class provides a fun and dynamic way for Preschool-Age and Pre-K children to develop their own creativity, sharpen fine motor skills, and build confidence while meeting new friends. We’ll explore many different ways to create, getting our hands into lots of different mediums: Paint, Clay, Collage, & more- to create special & unique works of art! Parents are encouraged to stay during the class in our waiting area.

Ages 3-5, Preschool or Pre-K (Must be potty-trained!)

Thursday afternoons 4:00- 5:00 pm

March 2- March 23, 2023

Cost $50

All materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild

Textile Art for Kids

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Fiber Arts

Explore a variety of fabric dyeing techniques in this 5-week long class. Try your hand at 5 basic Shibori techniques, a modified batik technique, color mixing, dyeing multiple colors, and bringing new life to an old fabric with overdyeing. In this class we’ll be dyeing a variety of rayon and cotton scarves, large cotton fabric squares, and second-hand clothing.

Cost: $100

Thursday evenings from 6:00-7:30 pm

March 2- march 30, 2023

Ages 10-15

Materials: All materials provided

Students: Wear clothes that can get messy the first 2 weeks of class