Learn basic stitches in this 4-week beginner-level crochet class. In this class you will learn all the basics of crochet, from how to hold the yarn and hook to crocheting all the basic stitches, including chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet. We will work with several simple patterns to make a variety of crocheted objects. Soon you’ll be crocheting delightful items to make as gifts or to decorate your home! Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided.

Have you ever wanted to illustrate a comic book, design trading cards, or create concept art? In this 3-week class with professional author/illustrator Camron Johnson, learn the techniques used to create a traditional work of art from start to finish. You’ll learn about the best tools to use, a variety of drawing and painting techniques, and tips for breaking into the industry from a professional – All while you work on YOUR very own illustrations!

Introduction to Sewing Machines for Kids

Instructor: Aareon Boyd

Department: Fiber Arts

Kids will learn the basics of sewing machines- how to thread a machine, various stitches and will complete a small project to take home.

Age Group: 10-16

Experience Level: No experience needed

Wednesday evening 5:00-7:00 pm

June 1, 2022

Materials required: None

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 nights from 5:15 pm to 6:45 pm

June 1- July 6, 2022

Ages 5-9

Materials: Provided by the Peoria Art Guild

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 nights from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

June 1- July 6, 2022

Ages 10-14

Materials: Provided by the Peoria Art Guild

In this 3-part workshop we will 1st make a Concertina Book, also known as an accordian book. Then on the 2nd session we will begin creating 4 different pages illustrating a tree going thru the 4 seasons. We will Also be creating a design on the Back side of the tree pages. Lots to do in 3 sessions! You won’t want to miss this one. These are done over 3 Thursday afternoons.. the dates are: May 19, June 2, June 16.
Must Pre-register online:
https://ruthinmanart.com/classes/p/concertina-book

Workshop objectives:
• To discover and embrace a poet’s voice, while creating a healthy balance between the making and the meaning.
• To navigate the Muse, which often consists of mental health and life issues, so that the art produced is reflective of who students are at their core.
• To inspire growth in poets’ writing and in creative intelligence.

Students will learn, grow and explore while creating unique, colorful abstract works of art in this 4-week painting class. Learning about abstract art will challenge the student to interpret, rather than recognize a subject; putting an emphasis on artistic expression over realistic representation.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Host: Ryan Lowry, DJ: Yvaine Washington

Each month the open mic features a popular regionally known poet. Poets from as far away as Maryland, Missouri and Florida have graced the stage. Regardless of a poet’s level of experience, everyone is welcome to share his or her work.

Audiences experience more than just someone reading from a page. Poets often memorize the piece and perform it as in a stage play. These are often soul-baring performances that might make you weep or laugh out loud. One thing is for certain, this is an entertaining and stimulating event. Join us on the 2nd floor, in the Preston Jackson Gallery.

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.

Join us on World Bicycle Day to learn how to keep your bike in top shape for a safe riding season. Presenter Robert Kaplafka

Pawcasso

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: 2d

Join us at the Peoria Riverfront Market Saturday, June 4 to have some creative fun with your best four-legged friend! Create 3 different unique art projects right alongside your dog.

Create an abstract painting using the “lick art” technique seen on TikTok, make a nose print card, and a paw print “LOVE” canvas all under the guidance of an instructor.

All projects are made using non-toxic and easily washable inks and paints. Dog participation will be motivated by USA-made dog treats and all-natural peanut butter.

Cost: $15

Saturday mornings from 8:00 am-12:00 pm, choose a 30-minute time slot during registration

June 4, 2022

All ages, owner and dog!

All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild, including USA-made dog treats

Students just bring your best furry friend!

Clay Garden Gnomes

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Ceramics

Enjoy a fun and creative night out by getting your hands dirty with clay! Join us for a one-night workshop to make a clay garden gnome. Use basic handbuilding and sculpting techniques to design, make, and glaze an adorable gnome to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $40

Saturday evening from 5:00-8:00 pm

June 4, 2022

Ages 17

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

Clay Garden Gnomes

Instructor: Marie Lindahl

Department: Ceramics

Enjoy a fun and creative night out by getting your hands dirty with clay! Join us for a one-night workshop to make a clay garden gnome. Use basic handbuilding and sculpting techniques to design, make, and glaze an adorable gnome to be fired and picked up at a later date.

Cost: $40

Sunday afternoon from 1:00-4:00 pm

June 5, 2022

Ages 17

Materials: All materials provided by Peoria Art Guild

Pottery Camp for children ages 5-12. Meeting Daily, June 6-10, 2022, 9am-3pm.

Children learn to make pottery through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week that will be finished, glazed, fired, and picked up at a later date (around 4 weeks). Pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

There will be other activities throughout the week (art and non-art-related), i.e. drawing, painting, games).

Children will bring their lunch everyday except Friday (we do a pizza party).

Pottery Camp for children ages 5-12. Meeting Daily, June 6-10, 2022, 9am-3pm.

Children learn to make pottery through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week that will be finished, glazed, fired, and picked up at a later date (around 4 weeks). Pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

There will be other activities throughout the week (art and non-art-related), i.e. drawing, painting, games).

Children will bring their lunch everyday except Friday (we do a pizza party).

Creating Illustrated Journals

Instructor: Jan Powers

Department: 2D

A picture is said to be worth a thousand words, and while photographs are excellent ways to save your precious memories, an illustrated journal, created by you with pencil, pen, paint and markers is the ultimate treasure. The focus can be on your travels, and/ or on your garden.

This class is an introduction to drawing, focusing on a variety of techniques. No prior experience is required. You will learn about the best tools to use, and the many ways a journal can take shape. I believe everyone is creative, and everyone is an artist.

A blank journal and a waterproof artist pen will be provided. Please bring any art supplies you are comfortable using, colored pencils, watercolors, pencils and markers.

A variety of additional art supplies will also be available for you to use.

Ages 17 and up

Tuesday evening

5:00-8:00 pm

June 7, 2022

Cost $30

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

Tuesday nights from 5:30 pm to 9 pm

June 7- July 12, 2022

Ages 17 and up

All materials are provided.

Have you ever wanted to illustrate a comic book, design trading cards, or create concept art? In this 3-week class with professional author/illustrator Camron Johnson, learn the techniques used to create a traditional work of art from start to finish. You’ll learn about the best tools to use, a variety of drawing and painting techniques, and tips for breaking into the industry from a professional – All while you work on YOUR very own illustrations!

Learn basic stitches in this 4-week beginner-level crochet class. In this class you will learn all the basics of crochet, from how to hold the yarn and hook to crocheting all the basic stitches, including chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet. We will work with several simple patterns to make a variety of crocheted objects. Soon you’ll be crocheting delightful items to make as gifts or to decorate your home! Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided.

Pottery Camp for children ages 5-12. Meeting Daily, June 6-10, 2022, 9am-3pm.

Children learn to make pottery through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week that will be finished, glazed, fired, and picked up at a later date (around 4 weeks). Pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

There will be other activities throughout the week (art and non-art-related), i.e. drawing, painting, games).

Children will bring their lunch everyday except Friday (we do a pizza party).

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

June 8- July 13, 2022

Ages 17 and up

All materials are provided.

Pottery Camp for children ages 5-12. Meeting Daily, June 6-10, 2022, 9am-3pm.

Children learn to make pottery through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week that will be finished, glazed, fired, and picked up at a later date (around 4 weeks). Pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

There will be other activities throughout the week (art and non-art-related), i.e. drawing, painting, games).

Children will bring their lunch everyday except Friday (we do a pizza party).

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

June 9- July 13, 2022

Ages 17 and up

All materials are provided.

Students will learn, grow and explore while creating unique, colorful abstract works of art in this 4-week painting class. Learning about abstract art will challenge the student to interpret, rather than recognize a subject; putting an emphasis on artistic expression over realistic representation.

Pottery Camp for children ages 5-12. Meeting Daily, June 6-10, 2022, 9am-3pm.

Children learn to make pottery through hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week that will be finished, glazed, fired, and picked up at a later date (around 4 weeks). Pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

There will be other activities throughout the week (art and non-art-related), i.e. drawing, painting, games).

Children will bring their lunch everyday except Friday (we do a pizza party).

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

Friday nights from 5:30 pm to 9 pm

June 10- July 15, 2022

Ages 17 and up

All materials are provided.

Gelli Plate Image Transfer

Instructor: Nikki Wheeler

Department: Printmaking

Create unique and colorful image transfers using a gelli plate. This exciting printmaking technique is simple, fun, and fast! No experience necessary as even novices can get beautiful results. Learn tips and tricks for getting the most out of your image transfers.

Please bring a stack of old magazines or catalogs for sharing.

Cost: $40

Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm

June 10, 2022

Ages 16

Materials Provided by Peoria Art Guild: paper, Gelli plate, paint

Materials Required: A stack of old magazines or catalogs for sharing

Earrings Start to Finish

Instructor: Lizz Barnes

Department: Metals

Learn to make your own earrings. Solder the rings, bend the ear wires, punch the circles, darken the metal, finish with a beautiful polish, and attach the parts with jump rings. You will learn foundational techniques in this class that are the basis for many other projects.

Ages 16

Saturday morning

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

June 11, 2022

Cost $45

All Materials provided by the Peoria Art Guild.

Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

Have you ever wanted to illustrate a comic book, design trading cards, or create concept art? In this 3-week class with professional author/illustrator Camron Johnson, learn the techniques used to create a traditional work of art from start to finish. You’ll learn about the best tools to use, a variety of drawing and painting techniques, and tips for breaking into the industry from a professional – All while you work on YOUR very own illustrations!

Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

In this 3-part workshop we will 1st make a Concertina Book, also known as an accordian book. Then on the 2nd session we will begin creating 4 different pages illustrating a tree going thru the 4 seasons. We will Also be creating a design on the Back side of the tree pages. Lots to do in 3 sessions! You won’t want to miss this one. These are done over 3 Thursday afternoons.. the dates are: May 19, June 2, June 16.
Must Pre-register online:
https://ruthinmanart.com/classes/p/concertina-book

Students will learn, grow and explore while creating unique, colorful abstract works of art in this 4-week painting class. Learning about abstract art will challenge the student to interpret, rather than recognize a subject; putting an emphasis on artistic expression over realistic representation.

Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

This camp meets daily from 9am-3pm. Campers will learn the basics, and work on developing skills of making pottery using both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Each camp has a different focus of forms created. We also play games and have time set aside for hanging out/playing with other campers.
Campers need to bring a lunch every day except for Friday (we do a pizza party).

Each child will make at least 8 pieces during the week which will be kept at the studio for finish work, glazing, firing and will be picked up at a later date. When finished, pottery will be food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.