Date: Saturday, October 3

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Cost: $125/115 ACE Member

Instructor: Leslie Mathews

Register online or call 860-871-8222

Join your guide, Leslie, for a half-day nature journaling workshop. Together, we will observe the natural world and record our experiences through writing and expressive sketching in a laid-back community atmosphere. Learn to cultivate a practice of mindful awareness in order to deepen your connection with yourself, others, and the natural world. We will explore the vast tapestry of nature, noticing textures, patterns, colors, and sounds, and tune into the senses in depth. In this meditative class, we will learn different methods of recording our findings and experiences on the nature journal page through a variety of writing and sketching techniques. These practices have been shown to ease loneliness and help us feel a part of the great whole of Life, and make us feel more connected to ourselves and others. Learn the foundation for a regular nature journaling habit.

Materials Needed:
Sketchbook
Micron Pens

Eureka Gallery
The last Tuesday of each month
Upcoming Dates: May 26, June 30, July 28
Time: 6:30–9:00 pm
Cost: $25/$20 for ACE Members
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Limited to 15 artists

Arts Center East offers a monthly life drawing session on the last Tuesday of the month. Artists are welcome to come to the Arts Center for an un-instructed Life Drawing session to sketch live nude models.

Artists are expected to be respectful of the models and of one another. Individuals whose behavior is deemed disrespectful, confrontational, or otherwise inappropriate will be asked to leave.

Date: Tuesday, October 20
Time: 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Cost: $85/$80 ACE Members
Instructor: Laura Marks
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Zentangle is a method of creating abstract art through structured patterns. This meditative art form can be used to enhance focus, boost creativity, reduce stress, and increase relaxation. Few supplies are required, and they can easily travel with you so you can create art anywhere at any time!

Materials Needed:
One black .01, .03, or PN Sakura Micron (other brands are okay, but this is the one I prefer to use)

Dates: Tuesdays, August 18, 25, September 1
Time: 6:00–8:30 pm
Cost: $250/$225 for ACE Members (clay and glazes included)
Instructor: Gleidymar Rivera
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A multi-week class where students create small clay vases using the slab technique that range from 6″ to 8″ tall.  Templates will be provided.  This works well as a slightly deeper dive while remaining very beginner-friendly.

Clay and glazes included, pieces will be fired after the class concludes to be picked up at the Arts Center at an announced time.

Materials Needed:
x-acto knife