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Art Classes for ages 60+
Teacher Kathy Nelson on Wednesdays at 6pm

Teacher Meagan Wildt on Thursdays at noon

 

NOTE: For evening classes, please park in back and use rear entrance. All classes are on the second floor.  You can use the stairs to the right just inside the door or go through the second door and turn left to use the elevator. 

​Cost: $5 for Heritage Commons members, $10 for nonmembers

Aug 6 -- Neurographic Art with Meagan

Slow down and enjoy the process of creating with Neurographic Art. Through flowing lines, rounded connections, and watercolor, we'll create expressive abstract painting that encourage mindfulness, creativity, and self-expression.

August 6, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Aug 12 -- Mason Jar Lantern with Kathy

Create a beautiful illuminated mason jar lantern using colorful tissue paper flowers and butterflies. Finished with a wire handle and twinkling fairy lights, this charming project adds a warm glow to any home or garden.

August 12, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Aug 13 -- Shopping List with Meagan

Find inspiration in the everyday! Paint some grocery store favorites. From colortul produce, pantry staples to nostalgic treats and household essentials. This watercolor class celebrates the beauty hidden in the ordinary.

August 13, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Aug 19 -- Wine Cork Flowers with Kathy

Give wine corks a second life by creating this cute little flower pot filled with cheerful cork blossoms.  This fun and easy craft is perfect for adding charm to any room.

August 19, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Aug 20 -- Cakes with Meagan

Celebrate life's sweetest moments by painting a whimsical cake full of color and personality.

August 20, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Aug 26 -- Lady Bug Magnets with Kathy

Craft a delightful ladybug magnet gift set by painting four cute magnets and decorating a matching storage tin with ladybug paper and a ribbon. A sweet project that’s as fun to make as it is to give!

August 26, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Sept. 2 -- Spiral Wind Spinner with Kathy

Create a beautiful beaded wind spinner that sparkles and dances in the breeze!

September 2, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Sept. 9 -- Introduction to Diamond Art with Kathy

Discover the fun and relaxing world of diamond art in this beginner friendly class. 20 different designs to choose from. Learn the basics while creating a sparkling project that's easy, enjoyable and perfect for all skill levels. There is homework for this class to finish your piece so we can frame it on the 30th. This is a two part class.  On September 30th we will meet to learn different framing techniques for your Diamond Art.

September 9, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Sept. 10 -- Notans with Meagan

Explore the striking contrast of light and dark through the Japanese design principle of Notan. We’ll simplify shapes with paper, experiment with positive and negative space, and create a bold, graphic composition.

September 10, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Sept. 16 -- Driftwood Sea Glass Wind Chime with Kathy

Create a colorful wind chime using driftwood from Lake Superior and colorful sea glass.

September 16, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Sept. 17 -- Georgia O’Keeffe Sunflowers with Meagan

Paint sunflowers inspired by the close up floral paintings of Georgia O’Keeffe. We’ll play with scale, shape, and color to create a vibrant and expressive floral painting.

September 17, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Sept. 23 -- Tree of Life with Kathy

Using shimmering crystal beads and wire wrapping techniques create a beautiful Tree of Life.

September 23, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Sept. 30 -- Learn how to frame your Diamond Art with Kathy

Learn an easy, fun framing technique for your Diamond Art created in the September 9th class. We will seal your piece and then frame it using a stretched canvas technique.

September 30, 2026

6:00 PM

2 hours

Oct. 1 -- Cabinet of Curiosities with Meagan

Step into a collection of strange and wonderful things. Paint an eclectic assortment of curiosities, treasures, and mysterious objects inspired by vintage cabinets of wonder.

October 1, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Oct. 8 -- Spooky Cartoon Panels with Meagan

Create a playful spooky scene inspired by vintage cartoons and comic panels.

October 8, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Oct. 15 -- Surreal Worlds: Lou Benesch with Meagan

Enter a strange and whimsical world inspired by the imaginative artwork of Lou Benesch. We’ll combine unexpected characters, landscapes, and details to create a surreal scene straight from your imagination.

October 15, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Oct. 22 -- Pumpkins with Personality with Meagan

Give your pumpkins a little personality! Paint expressive, quirky pumpkins using playful faces, color and patterns.

October 22, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

Oct. 29 -- Halloween Imagery with Meagan

Paint a collection of classic Halloween icons. We’ll combine spooky imagery into a playful watercolor composition filled with Halloween charm.

October 29, 2026

12:00 PM

1 1/2 hours

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