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 Sedona residents and newcomers alike look to the Arts Center for their introduction to and ongoing involvement in the arts. The School of the Arts programming is designed to reach out to all aspiring artists and students - all ages and levels of learning. Ongoing instruction is available in a variety of mediums. Taking classes on our campus in Uptown Sedona affords the opportunity not only to explore the arts, but also to meet new neighbors and immerse yourself in the Sedona arts community. These classes have a membership discount and are offered on an ongoing or year-round basis.


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Mentoring
and Mentoring towards and Exhibition
The new mentoring/exhibition program at the School of the Arts is designed to guide the student that has studied the basics of their craft and is ready to take it to another level. By working with a small committee of their own choosing from the center’s roster of artists, students will get unique feedback about how to develop a series of works that reflect their unique personality. click here to read more...
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2011 - 2012 Classes

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Ceramics For All Levels with Dennis Ott
6 Sessions: $ 208 (Associates $190)
Through demonstration and one-on-one time with the instructor, students will learn to throw a variety of forms on the potter's wheel or use various techniques to create innovative hand-built work. Extruder, slab roller and forms are available to explore both functional and decorative work...
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Mondays 4 - 7 |
Tuesdays 9 - Noon |
Wednesdays 9 - Noon |
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Painting For All Levels with Gretchen Lopez
Beginning Painting: 6 Sessions: $ 180 (Associates $162)
Going Further With Your Painting: 6 Sessions: $ 240 (Associates $216)
Working in oil or acrylic, students of various levels will learn how to approach the painting process with confidence, while exploring the basics of value-pattern, composition and color. Students may work from life and/or photos. Instructor demonstrations and lots of individual attention provided. Students should take a drawing class prior to attempting painting... Click a date of for more information.
Beginning Painting:
Fridays 1 - 4
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Going Further With Your Painting:
Fridays 1 - 5
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Sculpture For All Levels with
Barbara Brown
6 Sessions: $ 268 (Associates $244)
Basic waterbase clay sculpture classes are open to all skill levels. Classes will cover hands-on sculpture creation, demonstration and one-on-one time with the instructor. Sculpt figures, bas-relief, garden sculpture, handbuilding or free-form objects...
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The Fine Art of Colored Pencil with
Richard Drayton
6 Sessions: $ 208 (Associates $190)
Learn the secrets of creating high performance art with Prismacolor Art pencils. The humble colored pencil has come of age as a recognized fine art medium. Richard Drayton, an award winning artist who has taught for over 15 years, will guide students through step-by-step techniques that will result in remarkably rich color... Click date of workshop for more information. |
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Classical Painting with
Jim Todd
6 Sessions: $ 208 (Associates $190) - Saturdays 9 - Noon
CL12a 2012 January 21 - February 25
This is an oil painting class for all ability levels. Beginners will be given the basic foundations that they will need to create stunning pieces of work, while experienced students will be encouraged to further develop their skills & develop their own unique style... Click date of workshop for more info |
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Watercolor with Peggy Sands
Thursdays 9 - Noon: 8 Sessions: $ 240 (Associates $216) WA12a 2012 February 2 - March 22
WA12b 2012 April 5 - May 24
Watercolor is the medium for nuances, suggested objects and spaces. This workshop will be a simple introductory primer to demystify watercolor, one of the most difficult and magical of mediums...
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The Design Zone with Jeannie Marini
Feb 4, 11, 18 Saturdays 10 - noon
3 sessions $60 ($54 Associates)
Do-it-yourself decorating and interior design is an idea that strikes fear into the hearts of many. So does the expense of working with a professional interior designer! The result is a default compromise - a hodge podge of furniture and items which each have their own history but are not really YOU.
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The Art of Metalclay - with
Komala Rohde
6 Sessions: $ 180 (Associates $162)
Feb 1-Feb 17 Wed & Fri 1-4pm
The cutting edge industry of metal clay has only been around since the early 1990's, yet is one of the fastest expanding branches of the jewelry industry. This comprehensive course will give you a great foundation in the contemporary medium of metal clay... Click date of workshop for more information |

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Photography with Susie Reed
4 Sessions: $ 120 (Associates $108)
PH12 2012 March 17 - 25 - Saturday & Sunday 1 - 4
Award-winning fine art and commercial photographer Susie Reed will explore many ways to improve your photography. She'll share what can be done at photo shoots and on the computer to enhance images, explain the different types of files to create... Click date of workshop for more information |
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The Art of Beading - The Basics with
Komala Rohde
6 Sessions: $ 208 (Associates $190)
March 31 - April 18 Sat and Wed 1 - 4pm
This class will introduce you to designing, creating and repairing your own jewelry. You will receive hands-on instructions on how to make bracelets and necklaces. Together we will look at material, design and function. Exploring crimping you will have the opportunity to design and finish a bracelet... Click date of workshop for more information |
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Invite a Masterpiece with
Susan Pitcairn
Tuesday 1 - 5: 5 Sessions: $ 150 (Associates $135)
IM12 2012 March 20 - April 17
What does it take to paint your very best possible painting? Let's explore that!
The goal of this unique class is to create at least one painting that you and others will consider one of your best paintings ever, or maybe even a series... Click date of workshop for more information |
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Creative Journaling with Betty Holt
4 Sessions: $ 120 (Associates $108)
CJ12 2012 March 10 - 31 - Saturday 9 - 12 Noon
Journaling can be so much more than keeping a daily log. In this lively and interesting class, you'll learn 16 techniques, each with a specific purpose, to spice up your journaling experience...
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