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Arts & Crafts for Teens & Adults

Nurture your natural artistic ability or push your limits to learn a new skill and talent!  WCPR offers a number of arts and crafts classes led by an incredible team of instructors. Whatever your schedule, we have just the right program to meet your needs through a variety of art mediums and techniques. 

Use the links below to jump to the type of art classes that interest you or scroll down to see them all!

Photography
Acrylic Painting
Mixed Media
Watercolor
Bob Ross Workshops
Jewelry
Pottery

 
Photography


Beginner Camera (Facebook Post) - CopyA Beginner's Guide to Using Your Camera
Multiple Dates and Locations Available
Ages: 16+
Cost: $30.00
Instructor: Susan Athens

Franklin Rec Center:
Saturday, January 20, 12:00 - 1:30PM

Nolensville Rec Center:
Wednesday, January 24, 6:00 - 7:30PM



Get your camera off of auto and learn how to use the manual settings! This class will teach you the essentials of manipulating the exposure triangle to achieve the photos you want. Each leg of the triangle will be explained with easy to understand examples. This class is perfect for new photographers who want to understand how to better utilize their DSLR or mirrorless camera.
 
A DSLR camera, mirrorless camera, or the latest iPhone or Android phone is required for this class. If you have the manual for your camera, it is recommended that you bring it with you.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.
Acrylic Painting
 

Your Pet Portraits Winter Update - CopyYour Pet Portraits with Joan Wilkes
Saturday, December 9
1:00 - 3:00PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 12+ (participants under 13 must be accompanied by a participating adult)
Cost: $40.00
Instructor: Joan Wilkes

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Come create an homage to your favorite furry friend in this pet portrait class! Your pet will be honored on a 9x12 canvas using acrylics.

After registering for class, please email the picture of the pet you would like to paint to instructor Joan Wilkes at Joanwilkesart@gmail.com. She will need a few days before the class to transfer your photo outlines to your 9x12 canvas.
 
All materials provided.
 
Pre-registration is required; limited spacing available

For questions about credits/refunds/transfers, please contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/refunds/transfers must be processed with Liz at least 48 hours prior to the class.
 
Acrylic at the EC - CopyAdult Acrylic Painting Classes
Ongoing Classes
Every Other Thursday
3:00PM - 5:00PM
Williamson County Enrichment Center
Ages: 18+
Cost: $30.00
Instructor: Kris Salva

Participants must enroll in each class they plan to attend. See dates below.



Upcoming Class Dates - click to register
December 14
January 11
January 25

Come paint with Kris Salva at The Enrichment Center! Classes take place every other Thursday. Students will paint a variety of subjects and experiment with different styles of acrylic painting.

This is an open-studio environment where students can paint the subjects of their choice with guidance from the instructor. The instructor will also have a guided step-by-step painting available each class for students who do not want to pick their own subjects.
 
All materials are provided by the instructor.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Students must enroll in each class they plan to attend.
 
Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz at least 48 hours prior to the start of class.

Still Life Acrylic Painting (1) - CopyStill Life Acrylic Painting Class
4 Session Course
Saturdays
January 6 - January 27
12:30PM - 2:30PM
Nolensville Recreation Center
Ages: 13+
Cost: $125.00
Instructor: Heather Bethurum

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Come and learn basic acrylic techniques and/or refine your skills in a fun and collaborative setting. Participants will create a still life painting step by step as well as work on their own composition during this class.
 
Students will need to bring the following supplies:
  • A set of thick body Acrylic paint that includes white, black, red, blue and yellow. (Liquitex is good brand)
  • Pallet
  • Small set of short handle, soft bristle brushes - round tip
  • Canvas/canvas board/or canvas paper 12x16 or larger
  • Pencil and eraser
  • Students may bring additional paint colors if they would like
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.

Mixed Media

Practical Color Theory - Copy (5)Practical Color Theory
4 Session Course
Tuesdays
January 9 - January 30
1:00PM - 3:00 PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 16+
Cost: $125.00 + $15.00 one-time supply fee
Instructor: Elizabeth Sanford

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Explore the practical side of color theory! In this four week class, you will learn basic properties that affect the way color works in any medium. Discover how to see color more accurately and how to mix the colors you want more consistently. Find out how to banish “mud” from your paintings, and experience the rewards of working with a simplified palette. All levels are welcome, including beginners.
 
Materials provided. A one-time $15.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the start of the first class.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.

Watercolor

Beginning Watercolor Winter Update - Copy
Beginning Watercolor
Multiple Dates Available
Longview Recreation Center
Ages: 13+
Cost: $20.00 + a $5.00 supply fee payable to the instructor
Instructor: Corey Lazarowicz

Saturday, December 16 | 10:00 - 11:30AM

Saturday, January 6 | 10:00 - 11:30AM 




Join us for an introductory watercolor class! In this class, students will start by learning basic watercolor techniques that they will then apply to a nature themed painting. At the end of class, students will go home with their painting and an additional watercolor challenge.
 
Beginning Watercolor is offered once a month. Take just one or take them all! Registration is required for each class you plan to attend.
 
A $5.00 supply fee is payable directly to the instructor at the beginning of class. All the materials needed for the class are provided by the instructor.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.
Watercolor Studio Painting Florals - CopyWatercolor Studio: Painting Florals
4 Session Course
Saturdays
January 6 - January 27
10:00AM - 12:00 PM
Nolensville Recreation Center
Ages: 13+
Cost: $125.00
Instructor: Heather Bethurum

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Come and learn basic watercolor techniques and/or refine your skills in a fun and collaborative setting. Participants will learn to create beautiful floral themed watercolor paintings and build skills throughout this 4 week course.
 
Participants will need to bring 2-3 inspiration pictures printed out in color.
 
Students will bring their own supplies for this class.
 
Supply List:
Watercolor paper (9x12)
Watercolors (watercolor in tubes is recommended)
Watercolor pallet
Small set of short handle, soft bristle brushes
Pencil and eraser
 
Any additional supplies needed for class will be provided by the instructor.
 
Limited spaces available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/refunds/transfers must be processed with Liz at least 48 hours prior to the first class.
Watercolor Basics - CopyWatercolor Basics
Saturday, January 20
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 16+
Cost: $65.00 + $5.00 one-time supply fee
Instructor: Elizabeth Sanford

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Learn the basics of watercolor in this workshop for beginners. Explore paint, paper, and brush options, as well as the three main types of color mixing. Experiment with fun and easy techniques to paint simple subjects as you find a balance between control and spontaneity.
 
Feel free to bring a snack or lunch.
 
Materials provided. A one-time $5.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the start of the class.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.
Bob Ross Workshops
 

Bob Ross Snow Birch - Copy
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop
Snow Birch
Multiple Dates and Locations Available
Ages: 11+
Cost: $60.00 
Instructor: Quintin Burlingame
See List Below for Locations, Dates, and Times
Join Certified Ross Instructor ® Quintin Burlingame as he leads students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique ®. In this painting, based on Season 26 Episode 7 of the Joy of Painting, students will paint birch trees with a black, gray, and white gesso underpainting with a choice of oil glazes on a 12x16 canvas.
 
All materials needed to complete the painting are provided by the instructor.
 
Ages 11 and above is allowed but ages 13 and above is recommended.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.

Locations, Dates, and Times:

Fairview Recreation Center:
Sunday, December 10 | 1:30 - 4:00PM
 
Longview Recreation Center: 
Saturday, December 16 | 1:00 - 3:30PM

Nolensville Recreation Center:
Sunday, December 17 | 2:00PM - 4:30PM

Bob Ross Mountain Under the Aurora - Copy (2)
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting Workshop
Mountain Under the Aurora
Multiple Dates and Locations Available
Ages: 11+
Cost: $60.00 
Instructor: Quintin Burlingame
See List Below for Locations, Dates, and Times







Join Certified Ross Instructor ® Quintin Burlingame as he leads students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique ®. In this oil painting, students will paint a snowy Mountain scene against the northern lights on a black 12x16 canvas.
 
All materials needed to complete the painting are provided by the instructor.
 
Ages 11 and above is allowed but ages 13 and above is recommended.
 
Limited spacing available; pre-registration is required. Please direct all questions to Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. All credits/transfers/refunds must be processed with Liz 48 hours prior to the class.

Locations, Dates, and Times:

Franklin Recreation Center:
Saturday, January 13 | 12:00 - 2:30PM
Sunday, January 14 | 1:30 - 4:00PM

Fairview Recreation Center:
Sunday, January 21 | 1:30 - 4:00PM
 
Longview Recreation Center: 
Saturday, January 27 | 12:00 - 2:30PM

Nolensville Recreation Center:
Sunday, January 28 | 2:00PM - 4:30PM

Jewelry


Intermediate Vintage Jewelry Upcycling - Copy (2)Intermediate Vintage Jewelry Upcycling 
4 Session Course
Wednesdays
January 3 - January 24
10:00AM - 12:00 PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 18+
Cost: $120.00 + a $40.00 supply fee payable to the instructor
Instructor: Elizabeth Chittenden

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This class is an intermediate class for those who have taken the Vintage Jewelry Upcycling beginner class. It’s still about turning something old into something new! You will learn how to manipulate vintage and found components to create stylish new pieces. The focus will be on giving new life to broken pieces and special heirlooms. You will gain skills in Dremel use, knotting necklaces, ribbon chokers, laying out designs, harvesting and replacing stones, making chain bracelets & necklaces, and cold connection mounting. No metalsmithing or soldering is involved.
 
You will be in good hands with local jewelry designer Elizabeth Chittenden from Lizzy Couture who specializes in assemblage jewelry making. Lizzy has been making statement jewelry and collecting vintage jewelry since 2005.
 
Please note the $40.00 supply fee will be due to instructor at the start of the first class. The instructor provides all the necessary tools and plenty of beads and materials to work with. If you would like to bring your own jewelry pieces, you are welcome to do so.
 
For any questions about refunds/credits/transfers please contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Refund/credit/transfer requests must be submitted in writing at least 48 hours prior to the start of the first class.

 
Pottery

Pottery - CopyPottery
Fairview Rec Center
Ages: 13+
Cost: $15 per class ($30 supply fee due every 6 classes)
Instructor: June Lusty

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Ongoing
Tuesdays 9:00 AM - Noon
Tuesdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursdays 9:00 AM - Noon (starting January 18)
Saturdays 9:00 AM - Noon 


For those wanting to work with clay for the first time as well as those who just need a place to master their craft, our pottery class takes all comers. Wheels and kilns on site; make it, bake it, take it right here at the Fairview Rec Center. We suggest you prepare for a messy and fun time!! *Please note: projects can the multiple sessions to build, dry, paint, glaze and fire, depending on the scope and size.  Additional $30 supply fee for every six visits made payable to instructor, June Lusty.

Limited spacing available; pre-registration required. For any questions about refunds/credits/transfers please contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Refund/credit/transfer requests must be submitted in writing at least 48 hours prior to the start of class. 

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