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Adult Classes

Basic Drawing
Adult
Instructor: Sandy D’Amico
We will cover basic techniques using standard drawing pencils. Assorted textures with different subject matter will be addressed. Projects will include learning to draw everyday objects, animals and portraits. Supplies required: assorted graphite pencils, pencil sharpener, kneaded eraser, and pad of Strathmore Bristol Smooth drawing paper (9 x 12 or 11 x 14).

Crochet At Wildwood
Adult
Instructor: Stephanie Ryan
In these crochet classes, you will explore hook sizes, yarn selection, and some basic crochet stitches.  As you become more experience, you will learn more advanced stitches; explore shaping through increasing and decreasing, as well as stitches that can add texture and dimension to your work.

Multi-Media Art Class
Adult
Instructed by Dottie Geisert
Enjoy the opportunity to create art in the media of your choice, which includes oil, acrylic, watercolor, pencil,  pastel or colored pencil and more! Classes are held in a spacious light filled room with views of the surrounding grounds. Students will receive a continuous one on one education in a relaxed setting. All levels of artistic development, from the beginning student to the more mature artist, are welcome. Since classes are taught one on one, students will advance at their own pace. Some classes will include a brief lecture and/or demonstration of art theories or principles. If you wish to start something new Dottie will recommend the supplies you will need. Bring your supplies and subject matter to the first class. Come prepared to learn, create, experiment and enjoy art!

Painting with Watercolors
Adult
Instructor: John Peters
Learning to paint with watercolors can be fun and provide you with new artistic talent.  This class will include a comprehensive study of landscape painting directed toward the beginning student.  Color, form, size and design will be studied with completed works as a result.  A material supply list will be sent to you by the instructor one week before class starts.

Photoshop Elements 101
Adult
Instructor: Steve Manchook
Introduction to navigating the vast arrangement of tools in this powerful and very affordable Adobe software. Learn the fundamentals of image processing after image capture.  Must-know basics include cropping, sizing, sharpening, color correction, layers, retouching and many others.  Class will include a Power-Point presentation demonstrating the tools as they are applied to everyday photography.

Spring Wreath
Adult
Instructor: Chris Amos
Let’s make a silk spring wreath together to brighten up your decor! Please bring wire cutters & scissors; all other supplies will be provided.

Preschool & Youth Classes

Preschool Wonder Time at Wildwood
Preschool
Instructor: Debbie Heath
The Wonder Time program at Wildwood Cultural Center will give your child a new adventure each week and will include a craft to make, learning activities, games, songs/finger plays and a story.  The classes are for children 3-5 years old to attend without a parent.

Camp Wildwood Mini Camp
Youth
Instructor: Debbie Heath
What do you get when you combine nature, fun games, and great friends? Camp Wildwood, of course! At Camp Wildwood, your child, age 5-11, will learn, grow and have fun in a diverse, exciting and enjoyable day camp setting.  Campers will take part in new and imaginative experiences in arts and crafts and games. Each camp session will have different themes and activities so there is always a new experience waiting for your child. Each child needs to bring a lunch and dress appropriately for the weather. Children must be currently enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Fee includes all materials and a camp T-shirt.

Funtime with Miss Debbie
Youth
Instructor: Debbie Heath
Bring your 5-11 year old to Wildwood Cultural Center to have Funtime with Miss Debbie. Although paint smocks are provided, wearing old clothes is still suggested. Fee includes all supplies.

Young Rembrandts Drawing Class
Youth
Instructor: Young Rembrandts Staff
Let’s get ready to draw amazing things together!  Young Rembrandts’ innovative, step-by-step drawing method can teach any 7-12 year old child how to draw – regardless of artistic ability, giving them skills to express their creativity that will last a lifetime.  Their philosophy is to give children a very positive, nurturing environment, as they are taught fundamental drawing techniques.  You will see increased ability, self-confidence and self-esteem in your child.  All materials provided.  All new lessons, each session!

Senior Classes

All Media Painting
Senior
Learn all of the fundamentals of art in this basics class. You will learn composition, design, color, and more in a relaxed atmosphere.

Creative Ceramics
Senior
Join us for seasonal ceramic projects. Your creative instructor will provide instruction and firing. You can select your project. Greenware fee is payable to instructor and a $5 material fee is due at registration and includes use of paints and brushes. All levels of students are welcome.

Drawing – Beginner
Senior
Instructor: Diane Carswell
Whether you feel you might have some untapped talent, rusty talent, or just need to try something new, this class will equip you to draw basic shapes, shade, and teach you perspective.  Six simple lessons will provide you with enough basic skills to continue building your foundation for future art interests.

Drawing – Intermediate
Senior
Instructor: Diane Carswell
Once you have the ABC’s of drawing down, you’ll be ready to continue into the intermediate level.  In this class we’ll continue to apply the knowledge of shapes to portraiture, figure, still life, and landscape drawing in intermediate drawing.  Art supplies needed: an 11′x14′ or 16′x20′ sketch pad, ebony pencil, any variety you may wish to purchase.

Tuesday Morning Quilters
Senior
Instructor: Dorothy Ticel
Join Dorothy and our Tuesday morning quilters. Students should bring to each class  material, sewing machine, sewing supplies, ruler, and notions of your choice.