Adult Classes

Is life getting in the way of your “painting time”? Trouble keeping motivated? Choose your subject. Use your reference materials and favorite supplies and paint! Linda will do a short demo and critique each week and then you paint what you wish. You will receive individual attention from Linda as requested. Let’s Paint! This class is taught via Zoom. Once you register, Linda will send you the link to enter on either your telephone, tablet or computer that has a camera and audio capability. For more information, please contact the instructor at Lindalukewatercolor@gmail.com.

Learn how to identify and use transparent pigments to create clear, luminous color in your watercolor paintings. You will leave this workshop with a small painting, many samples and reference pages for future use. For more information, please contact the instructor at Lindalukewatercolor@gmail.com. This class is taking place remotely. If you have registered, you will receive an email with details of how to access the class.

The Basics I class is for beginners and almost-beginners. We start with the basic ballet positions and simplest steps. Barre and centre exercises are followed by gentle stretching. The class emphasizes alignment and balance to produce ease of movement. Dress: Female: leotard and tights, or other comfortable clothes for moving, and ballet slippers. Male: T-shirts, tights (and shorts, if desired) or other comfortable clothes for moving, and ballet slippers. No class October 11th or November 22nd. For more information, please contact Lisa Peelish at 410 703 7654 or lisa.peelish@gmail.com. The Ballet for Life Program is based on the Ballet 40/60 Program founded by Barbara Owen in 1995.

Ballet Theater of Maryland offers classes in two Annapolis locations. Go to www.balletmaryland.org for a complete list.Please contact Emily Brennan, School Administrator, at 410-263-8289 for more information regarding the Ballet Theatre of Maryland Program. This class is an extension of the introduction to the art of classical ballet, including barre, centre and stretch exercises. Some previous training recommended or by permission of instructor. Attire: Women: leotards, tights, skirts, warm-up pants. Hair should be pulled neatly off the face so it does not inhibit movement. Men: T-shirt, jazz pants, sweats or tights. Ballet shoes are required for both men and women. No class October 18-24.

Focus on teaching fundamentals of landscape painting, teaching students the importance and use of design, composition, perspective, color. Students will be painting in studio from photographic reference using oil paints and advanced students will learn to create larger finished work based on plein air studies. Due to the nature of this class, it may be taken multiple times to develop various skills, meeting each student’s individual needs. Student skill from complete beginner to advanced would be accommodated, focus is on students looking for more information on exploring landscape painting. For more information and supply list, please contact the instructor at info@melissagryder.com. Instructor's website: www.melissagryder.com.

This 10-week class provides an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Students will learn basic techniques of centering clay, throwing simple forms and transforming these into more developed forms, such as vases, bowls and mugs. Glazing and decorating techniques are also introduced. Class is suited for beginner students and those with a little experience. Bring an old towel, a sketch book and lots of ideas. A materials fee of $30 is due to the Maryland Hall Pottery at the first class. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com.

This course will introduce students to the exciting possibilities of fused glass. Over six weeks, students will learn to cut, fuse, and slump glass. Each class will teach a new technique. This class is ideal for beginners and new glass fusers who want to improve their technique and understanding of fused glass. A $60 materials fee will be due at the beginning of class. Go to www.flickr.com/photos/marylandhallglassfusing/ to see examples and class projects. For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

Musical Autist Troupe is an inclusive group of individuals 15 years of age and older, with and without disabilities, as well as high school/college student interns, and guest musicians. Time is spent each week sharing songs with one another, which can be a recording of a favorite song, or a piece that is performed live for the group if a participant so chooses. Group leaders often introduce music which celebrates neurodiversity, self-advocacy and empowerment. Class time is also spent rehearsing and recording songs to be performed in advocacy events facilitated by The Musical Autist non-profit. Previous music skills are a benefit, but not required. To learn more, go to http://www.themusicalautist.org/troupes/For information about available scholarships, or to volunteer, go to www.themusicalautist.org/troupes/ or contact TheMusicalAutist@gmail.com.

This course will introduce students to the exciting possibilities of fused glass. Over six weeks, students will learn to cut, fuse, and slump glass. Each class will teach a new technique. This class is ideal for beginners and new glass fusers who want to improve their technique and understanding of fused glass. A $60 materials fee will be due at the beginning of class. Go to www.flickr.com/photos/marylandhallglassfusing/ to see examples and class projects. For more information, please contact the instructor at clare.p.shepherd@gmail.com.

Ballet Theater of Maryland offers classes in two Annapolis locations. Go to www.balletmaryland.org for a complete list. Please contact Emily Brennan, School Administrator, at 410-263-8289 for more information regarding the Ballet Theatre of Maryland Program. This class is an introduction to the art of classical ballet for the novice, including the basic positions of the arms and feet, the basic exercises of the ballet barre and centre, plus exercises for strength and flexibility. This class is a great way to work out and get into shape for the dance enthusiast. Prerequisite: none. Attire: Women: leotards, tights, skirts, warm-up pants. Hair should be pulled neatly off the face so it does not inhibit movement. Men: T- shirt, jazz pants, sweats or tights. Ballet shoes are required for both men and women. No class October 18-24.