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VISUAL ARTS CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Fall 2026 Visual Arts Classes for Adults
Registration Opens Wednesday, August 5th at 9AM
JSAC Classes make a great gift! Email us here for more information!
Acrylic Afternoons
Thursdays | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Class fee $125
Two sessions:
Sept. 17-Oct. 22
Nov. 5-Dec. 17
Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor. The class will paint from photos of landscapes, seascapes, and nature.
The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.
Class fee $125
Two sessions:
Sept. 17-Oct. 22
Nov. 5-Dec. 17
Sign up for this popular class and join a relaxing atmosphere where all skill levels are welcome! Learn or "brush"-up on the basic techniques of acrylic painting. Students will have the opportunity to create a complete piece of artwork each class with the step by step guidance of the instructor. The class will paint from photos of landscapes, seascapes, and nature.
The course will cover proportion, composition, color mixing, blending, brush techniques, and provide painters with practical tips and tricks.
Basic Drawing Sampler Tuesdays
Meets Tuesdays 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Fee $125
Three Sessions:
Sept. 15 -Oct. 13th
Oct. 27 - Nov. 24
Dec 1st - Jan 12th (No class Dec. 22, and Dec. 29)
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Materials Provided
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Class Fee $125
Three Sessions:
Sept. 15 -Oct. 13th
Oct. 27 - Nov. 24
Dec 1st - Jan 12th (No class Dec. 22, and Dec. 29)
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Materials Provided
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Pour Acrylic Workshop
Saturday 2pm-4pm
November 7th
Materials Included Class Fee $125
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home.
All materials will be provided.
Dress for a mess!
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home.
All materials will be provided.
Dress for a mess!
November 7th
Materials Included Class Fee $125
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home.
All materials will be provided.
Dress for a mess!
Welcome to the colorful world of poured acrylic painting! Also known as fluid art, this technique creates mesmerizing and beautiful paintings. No two are the same, even when the same colors are used. In this course, you’ll be guided by an experienced fluid artist to learn the basics of poured acrylic and get your very own paintings to take home (after they’ve dried for a day). We’ll go through several pour techniques that result in stunningly different designs. Not only will you learn the fundamentals of fluid art, you’ll be given valuable tips and tricks you can’t get from videos or trying it at home.
All materials will be provided.
Dress for a mess!
Basic Drawing Sampler Wednesdays
Wednesdays | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Class Fee $125
Three Sessions:
Sept. 16 -Oct. 14)
Oct. 28- Nov. 25
Dec. 2 -Jan. 13
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Materials Provided
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Class Fee $125
Three Sessions:
Sept. 16 -Oct. 14)
Oct. 28- Nov. 25
Dec. 2 -Jan. 13
Tap into your creativity in this relaxed and fun basic drawing class. Each class will have step-by-step instructions on how to draw from a provided reference. We will also explore various mediums, including pencils, pastels and watercolor. Students of all levels will enjoy an inspiring, judgment-free atmosphere while receiving guidance and encouragement to enhance your skills.
Materials Provided
Instructor will collect a supply fee of $15 the first class
Drawing in Pencil
Wednesdays | 10am to 12pm
Two Sessions
Sept. 23-Oct. 14
Dec. 2 -Jan. 13
(*No Class on Dec. 23 and Dec 30)
Brush up on or start your drawing skills. We will be working in pencil using various provided references to enhance your black and white drawing skills.
Come join this fun, no-judgement group. Relax and tackle new challenges on while you draw.
$5.00 supply fee will be collected first class.
Two Sessions
Sept. 23-Oct. 14
Dec. 2 -Jan. 13
(*No Class on Dec. 23 and Dec 30)
Brush up on or start your drawing skills. We will be working in pencil using various provided references to enhance your black and white drawing skills.
Come join this fun, no-judgement group. Relax and tackle new challenges on while you draw.
$5.00 supply fee will be collected first class.
Evening Gelli® Printing
Mondays 6pm-8pm
Sept. 14 - Oct. 12
Class fee $125
Gelli Plate printmaking, offers endless possibilities for creativity and expression. In this 6-week class, participants will learn the fundamentals of botanical gelli plate printing techniques. We will incorporate the natural beauty of leaves and flowers into your prints, transforming them into intricate and captivating works of art. Beginner and experienced Gelli Plate printers welcome.
You must provide your own 8x10 ( or larger) Gelli Plate and brayer.
Please wear an apron or old clothes.
Sept. 14 - Oct. 12
Class fee $125
Gelli Plate printmaking, offers endless possibilities for creativity and expression. In this 6-week class, participants will learn the fundamentals of botanical gelli plate printing techniques. We will incorporate the natural beauty of leaves and flowers into your prints, transforming them into intricate and captivating works of art. Beginner and experienced Gelli Plate printers welcome.
You must provide your own 8x10 ( or larger) Gelli Plate and brayer.
Please wear an apron or old clothes.
Figure Drawing
Wednesday Evenings
Adults
No Need to Register!
6-8pm
$20 Cash
Bring your own supplies.
Questions? Email Joe Borzotta at borzottaarts@gmail.com
Adults
No Need to Register!
6-8pm
$20 Cash
Bring your own supplies.
Questions? Email Joe Borzotta at borzottaarts@gmail.com
Art of Being - Workshop
Mondays 10am - 3:00pm
One Day Workshop
August 23rd 10am - 3pm
Early Bird: $150 (register by Aug. 10th)
Regular: $200 (after Aug 10th)
We’ll spend our time in meditation, movement (chair stretching), conversation, and creative co-working. Come explore the themes of attention, resistance, discipline, inertia, play and more.
The day begins with guided meditation and movement to focus the mind and open the body with the intention to begin the creative process from a more embodied and grounded state. Then we will do a couple writing prompts to help get into the flow followed by a short discussion of writings from artists around their process.
The heart of the immersion is a generous period of uninterrupted creative work. There are many ways to spend this time, but what has been most helpful for previous students is the container of time that you are committing to.
You are welcome to return to an existing project, start something new, or experiment with a medium that is new to you. We have had writers, painters, poets and people who haven’t picked up an art project in decades. There is no particular outcome to achieve and no expectation to produce something finished.
One Day Workshop
August 23rd 10am - 3pm
Early Bird: $150 (register by Aug. 10th)
Regular: $200 (after Aug 10th)
We’ll spend our time in meditation, movement (chair stretching), conversation, and creative co-working. Come explore the themes of attention, resistance, discipline, inertia, play and more.
The day begins with guided meditation and movement to focus the mind and open the body with the intention to begin the creative process from a more embodied and grounded state. Then we will do a couple writing prompts to help get into the flow followed by a short discussion of writings from artists around their process.
The heart of the immersion is a generous period of uninterrupted creative work. There are many ways to spend this time, but what has been most helpful for previous students is the container of time that you are committing to.
You are welcome to return to an existing project, start something new, or experiment with a medium that is new to you. We have had writers, painters, poets and people who haven’t picked up an art project in decades. There is no particular outcome to achieve and no expectation to produce something finished.
Gelli® Printing & Collage
Meets Tuesdays | 1:00pm - 3:00 pm
All Levels
Sep. 15 - Oct. 13
Class Fee $125|Materials Fee $10
Gelli® Printing & Collage: Make your own printed textured paper without a printing press! We will explore various printing techniques using Gelli® plates that are simple and can be done right at home. We will then use this paper for 2 collage projects. Project samples will be provided.
All Levels
Sep. 15 - Oct. 13
Class Fee $125|Materials Fee $10
Gelli® Printing & Collage: Make your own printed textured paper without a printing press! We will explore various printing techniques using Gelli® plates that are simple and can be done right at home. We will then use this paper for 2 collage projects. Project samples will be provided.
Tangled Spirals: Discovering the Phi & Opus Formats
Tuesdays 3pm - 5pm
Oct. 6 - Oct. 27
Class fee $140
$20 fee to be collected at first class
Skill Level: All levels welcome (No prior art or Zentangle experience required) Instructor: Matt Wieczkowski, Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)
Course Description:
Explore the mesmerizing world of Zentangle-inspired spirals in this immersive class. Rather than working on standard square tiles, we will dive deep into two of Zentangle's most elegant, mathematically beautiful formats to give your linework incredible movement and breathing room.
By the end of these four weeks, you will have a deep understanding of how scale, proportion, and tile geometry can completely transform the energy of your tangled spirals.
$20 materials fee to be collected at first class.
Oct. 6 - Oct. 27
Class fee $140
$20 fee to be collected at first class
Skill Level: All levels welcome (No prior art or Zentangle experience required) Instructor: Matt Wieczkowski, Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT)
Course Description:
Explore the mesmerizing world of Zentangle-inspired spirals in this immersive class. Rather than working on standard square tiles, we will dive deep into two of Zentangle's most elegant, mathematically beautiful formats to give your linework incredible movement and breathing room.
By the end of these four weeks, you will have a deep understanding of how scale, proportion, and tile geometry can completely transform the energy of your tangled spirals.
$20 materials fee to be collected at first class.
Intro to Jewelry Making with a Soldering Torch
Saturdays 10:00AM–1:00PM
Class fee: $125.
Sept. 12 – Oct. 3
Materials Fee $35
Ready to kick up your jewelry-making skills? Then it’s time to start using the torch to create seamless metal designs! Learn how to use a butane torch to solder metal joints in this 3-hour weekly class. Projects will include copper/brass saddle rings and pendants. Prior experience in sawing and filing metal helpful. Must be 18 and older.
Class fee: $125.
Sept. 12 – Oct. 3
Materials Fee $35
Ready to kick up your jewelry-making skills? Then it’s time to start using the torch to create seamless metal designs! Learn how to use a butane torch to solder metal joints in this 3-hour weekly class. Projects will include copper/brass saddle rings and pendants. Prior experience in sawing and filing metal helpful. Must be 18 and older.
Watercolor Tuesdays
Tuesdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sept. 15-Oct. 20
Oct. 27 - Dec. 1
Class Fee $125
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. MaryAnne will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Sept. 15-Oct. 20
Oct. 27 - Dec. 1
Class Fee $125
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. MaryAnne will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Watercolor Thursdays
Thursdays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sept. 10 - Oct. 15
Oct. 22 - Dec. 3
Class Fee $125
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. MaryAnne will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
Sept. 10 - Oct. 15
Oct. 22 - Dec. 3
Class Fee $125
Reserve your spot in this fun, relaxing and informative class. MaryAnne will be teaching old and new watercolor techniques along with some color theory. This is the perfect atmosphere for beginners and for those intermediate watercolorists that want to continue and build on their watercolor experience and knowledge.
JSAC Visual Arts Studio classes are offered in a variety of mediums - from watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, drawing to mixed media, and more. All classes are instructed by professionally trained local artists. This is the perfect place to learn new techniques or to sharpen your skills. Come and join us in this relaxed and creative atmosphere.
The Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) organization is committed to an inclusive environment. JSAC encourages and supports all populations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information, sex, gender identity or expression, socioeconomic background and or disability.
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