Classes/Workshops & Registration Portal
Visual Arts Classes at the Creative Arts Guild offer students of all ages and skill levels an opportunity to explore art in a supportive and nurturing environment that welcomes exploration, discovery and development of skill, and technique. Please email amandaw@creativeartsguild.org, call 706-259-0093 with Visual Arts related questions, or feel free to contact your specific Visual Arts teacher if their contact information is listed in the class information. For information about our Visual Arts classes and workshops and to register, check out the Registration Portal.
2024-2025 CLASSES
CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & TEENS
Art Tots (Projects with Paula) - 18mos-4yrs
Paula Plott Gregg | Tuesdays, 12:15-1:00pm | $75/month
In this class petit Picassos and the adult of their choice will get creative (and messy)! This class is very much about the process and not necessarily about the finished product. Get ready to have fun with your child while sparking imagination and creativiey. Pricing includes supply fee.
Discovering Art with Melissa Herz
5-7yo | Tuesdays, 4:15-5:00pm | $65/month
8-10yo | Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00pm | $65/month
Students will learn how to express their imaginations while exploring drawing, painting, sculpture, and fine craft techniques. Each child will create multiple artworks while gaining a better understanding of the creative process. Pricing includes supply fee.
Projects with Paula Plott Gregg
18mos-4yrs | Tuesdays, 12:15-1:00pm | $75/month
8-13yrs | Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00pm | $80/month
Students will experiment with different mediums and materials to create unique projects and artwork. Pricing includes supply fee.
Painting Exploration for Teens with Sandra Babb - 12yrs+
Thursdays, 4:00-5:30pm | $80/month
In this class watercolor, acrylic, and oil paints will be introduced and used. While this is a structured course on painting methods, students' interest on subject matters will be taken into consideration. Pricing includes supply fee.
CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Acrylic Painting (Beginner-Advanced) - 18yrs+
Sandra Babb | Thursdays, 10:00am-12:00pm | $65/month or $20 drop-in rate
This course focuses on acrylic painting techniques, materials, color theory, and composition. This course will be taught with the knowledge that discoveries will follow naturally, and technique and color will be emphasized. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome. A materials list will be provided. Students will provide their own supplies. Contact the instructor with questions: sandrababb93@gmail.com
Drawing for Adults (Beginner-Advanced) - 18yrs+
Sandra Babb | Thursdays, 12:30-2:00pm | $65/month or $20 drop-in rate
Seeing is key! Hone observation skills through drawing exercises in gesture, shape, line, value, perspective, and volume. Learn the use of drawing tools. Contact Sandra Babb for supply list: sandrababb93@gmail.com
WORKSHOPS
Thirsty Thursdays Art Workshops with Paula Plott Gregg - 21yrs+
One Thursday a Month (Aug. 22nd-May 15th), 5:45-7:45pm | $80 per workshop
Each month, students will complete projects in different mediums of the art world - everything from jewelry making to acrylic painting and more! Check our social media for updates on upcoming projects. Participants are welcome to bring their adult beverage of choice or purchase through the Guild.
MORE WORKSHOPS COMING SOON!
More Art Opportunities
Private Art Lessons
Private art lessons are available for students of all ages. With private lessons, the student can concentrate on any medium they choose. The student will meet one-on-one with the art instructor weekly. If you are interested in taking private art lessons, please call 706.278.0168. $45 per hour.
Art Parties
Celebrate birthdays and other special occasions with a party at the Creative Arts Guild! We can accommodate any age and build a custom themed party and activity. Click Here to be re-directed to our Rental page; scroll down for more information about pricing.
Visual Art Department Guidelines:
Registration: Visit our Registration Portal to register for classes. Each Visual Arts, Dance and Music family are charged a registration fee of $40 per family per year. This fee helps to cover administrative costs, overhead, and to offset the cost of the online registration system throughout the year. This fee also holds your student's spot in their class. Registration fees are billed once yearly per family and covers all members of the household in any Guild classes in which they participate.
Tuition and Withdrawal Policy: Visual Arts classes are billed out monthly. Tuition is billed out on the 1st of the month. A $10 late fee will incur if tuition is not paid by the 10th of the month. Pottery classes are billed by the session and must be paid for at the time of registration. Registering for a class and/or lesson is a commitment to attend as scheduled. If for any reason you or your student cannot continue, you must notify us via our Registration Portal. Accounts are charged for classes until a withdrawal request is received. 30-day notice must be given for classes that are billed monthly. Students withdrawing from class of less than 30-day notice must pay for the following month. Notification via phone or in person is required to drop from a workshop or a camp. Request for withdrawal received at least 3 weeks prior to the start date will receive a full refund, less a $20 cancelation fee. 50% refund if cancelled 2 weeks before and no refund if cancelled the week before the start of the workshop or camp.
Makeup Classes: If a teacher cannot attend a class they will arrange for a substitute, in the event that no substitute can be found the teacher may offer a make-up class. In the event that classes are canceled due to inclement weather, classes will be made up at the discretion of the teacher. For more questions about make-up classes or make-up policy please email amandaw@creativeartsguild.org.