Teens and Adults Classes
The Mill Art Center & Gallery provides an environment in which the community can express and develop their artistic abilities through instruction, observation and interaction with professional artists. Our unique blend of classroom studios and professional gallery exhibition space encourages students to immerse themselves in art, with inspiration from instructors and the art that surrounds them. Our small class sizes ensure that each student gets plenty of one on one time in every class.
Children and teen classes follow the public school calendar. Arrangements may be made with specific instructors for make-up classes. Gift certificates for art classes and art purchases are available.
Due to a generous member donation and grant funding from the Genesee Valley Council of the Arts, the Mill At Center and Gallery is excited to be able to offer sign language interpreting for classes, talks and related programs. In order to successfully schedule an interpreter, we respectfully ask that requests are made two weeks prior to an event.
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Current Classes
Thursday Morning Painting with denise heischman
Denise offers instruction at all levels for people working with paint, pastels or dry media. Bring in your own resource materials and get ready to grow your artistic abilities with one on one guidance and support. A valued and trusted instructor of the Mill Art Center for years. This is an ongoing class.
Instructor :: Denise Heischman
Who :: Teens 18+ and Adults
Class Dates and Times :: Thursday mornings from 10 am -12:30 pm.
Fee :: $120 for 6 classes - Register here and select from Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
Take a couple minutes to enjoy this video created in Denise’s class in participation with the Art and Aging Institute of the University of Rochester - Click HERE
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request, please allow 2 weeks. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Wednesday Morning PAINTING with lanna pejovic
Lanna offers instruction for all levels in oil and acrylics. Work on projects in painting of your choice and Lanna will provide advise and support to help you develop your individual color, composition and technique. This is an ongoing class. If you are a beginner, specific projects and a basic list of materials can be provided.
Instructor :: Lanna Pejovic
Who :: Teens 18+ and Adults
Class Dates and Times :: Wednesday Mornings from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Sessions start September 17th!!!
Fee :: $120 for 6 classes - Register here and select from Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
KITCHEN LITHOGRAPHY PRINTMAKING
In this one day workshop where participants will learn a simplified, non-toxic version of a printmaking process called Kitchen Lithography. This method uses many products easily found in your kitchen - aluminum foil, cooking oil, and Coca-Cola. The process will be discussed and demonstrated, then participants will have an opportunity to create and print their own lithographs. We will discuss best practices for a successful print, ink and paper choices, as well as a variety of alternate press options.
All materials supplied. Participants should bring several pairs of latex/nitrile gloves.
Instructor :: Katherine Baca-Bielinis
Who :: Older Teens and Adults
Class Date and time :: Sunday, October 26th - 10 am - 2 pm — Class is Full - please contact us with interest for the next class.
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request by 2 weeks prior to the start of each session. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
SURFACE: Find Your Texture Language - The Encaustic Series
This class is part of The Encaustic Series Open Studios, with an extended day to thoroughly explore this complex topic.
The surface characteristics of wax on board is the heart of any encaustic painting. How you apply it, fuse it, manipulate it, creates your art language. Make it personal. Intentionality becomes the creative underlayment. In this class we will carefully create 8 different wax surfaces. In the process, create your own texture library. We will practice pigment layering and create very smooth to rough surfaces. In this class, your use of the torch is critical, and we will explore using the torch to your individual artistic advantage. And we’ll have fun in the process!
Supplies provided by participants:
6 – 8x8 cradled boards (mandatory) Available at Michaels and Rochester Art Supply
Any personal encaustic tools you want
We will supply:
All wax, pigments and torches, electric and propane.
Instructor:: Connie Ehindero
Date and Time:: Tuesday, October 28th from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Cost:: $145 - Register here and select from the Encaustic Class and Open Studio dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
Attention Water media artist !!! Craft Your Own "Porcelain" Palette
For Watercolor and Gouache enthusiasts! Create your very own Customized Ceramic Palette. In this beginner friendly clay class, we will be altering slab forms to craft a palette to suit your watercolor or gouache needs! Choose from a selection of templates, and with the guidance of your instructor, make yourself a one-of-a-kind piece to improve the vibes of your own painting process. We will cover the basics of working with clay, along with how to create forms using clay slabs.
Absolutely no experience necessary, but a great refresher course, too. Please allow 2 weeks between class and picking up fired pieces.
Who :: Teens and adults
Date and Time:: Sunday, November 2nd from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Fee :: $50 includes all materials - Register here and select from the Pottery Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Pastel Still Life
Join Kathryn Bevier in this excellent opportunity to hone your pastel skills while working from still life settings. This class will focus on working with pastel using a value (light to dark) based approach. Kathryn will start each class with a demonstration of her process that uses the value scale as an armature. With this approach, you will be freer to explore colors that appeal to you. Establishing strong compositional skills will be at the core of your learning experience as well. Some materials are provided as well as weekly follow ups.
Instructor:: Kathryn Bevier
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $125
Date :: Three Wednesdays, Nov. 5th, 12th and 19th from 1:30-3:30pm
Register here and select from the Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request with two weeks notice in advance of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions or email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Animal Pinch Pots For the Young at Heart
Bring your creative energies to come make a friend to store your treasures in! In this kid friendly class, we’ll spend an afternoon learning about working with clay, and how to shape it into a curious critter. We will cover creating pinchpots, and how to form and attach additional pieces of clay to transform an everyday item into something with lots of character!
Absolutely no experience necessary, but a great refresher course, too. Please allow 2 weeks between class and picking up fired pieces.
Who :: Ages 8+
Date and Time:: Sunday, November 9th from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Fee :: $50 includes all materials - Register here and select from Pottery Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
STUDIO WATERCOLOR
Offered to all artists who want to explore watercolor regardless if it’s abstract or representational. Evolving from my prior workshops, drawing on my formal training as an architect and following my popular non-traditional watercolor approach, this studio based class for watercolor is suited for everyone from novice to experienced artist. It is offered in three 4-hour sessions over separate Saturdays.
This workshop concentrates on demonstrating various watercolor techniques (wet on wet, washes and dry glazing), representational quantities (atmospheric perspective, 1 and 2 point perspective, color choices, shade and shadow, trees, clouds, entourage), and student requests; allowing the student to bring their artwork in for discussion, as well as class time to work on their artwork… Knowing that watercolor can be a misunderstood and avoided medium, Stu teaches that there are always several options to any approach be it application, technique or style driven. When one understands that “yellow and blue doesn’t always equal green”, the individual will understand that there are several different ways to approach any problem, not just the tried and true method. Stu is of the belief that to learn, understand and appreciate representational watercolor that one must start with abstract techniques and approaches.
The Mill will provide boards for the student’s use to mount artwork on during class time. Otherwise all materials are by the student. A basic material list will be provided upon registration. Stu brings an innovative approach and unique mindfulness process to learning how to work with watercolors that he adapts to both the novice and experienced artist, such that all attendees learn from each other.
Instructor :: Stu Chait
Who :: 16 and older
Dates and Time :: Three Saturdays, November 8th, 15th and 22nd from 10 am - 3 pm
Cost :: $225 - Register here and select from Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
No prerequisite coursework required. 3 people minimum.
NEUROGRAPHIC ART CLASS
Don’t let this scientific name scare you! Neurographic art is simple, fun and highly addictive! In this class you will learn how to create unique neurographic paintings using Sharpies, acrylic markers, watercolor paper and watercolor brush pens. There will be two demonstrations showing you first, how to create your black neurographic lines and intersections; and, second, how to paint with watercolor pens and acrylic markers, beautifully filling in and enhancing your line work. All supplies are provided. Ages 12+. This is a great class for parent and child to participate together. No art experience is necessary.
Instructor:: Stephanie Kelly Date: Tuesday, November 11th from 12 to 3 pm
Cost: $50 per person - Register here and select from Mixed Media Class dropdown menu- We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Collage Art Cards
Give your holiday gift cards this year inside these beautiful collage art cards that you created! And, you can add these sweet little cards to your gift bags to really make them personal and unique! In this class, you will use fabric scraps, origami papers and washi tapes to create 3 1/2” x 4” art collages. Plenty of threads, beads, and buttons will be available to add some touches of whimsy and flair to your collages. We mostly use glue sticks and minimal sewing is optional. Envelopes and vinyl card protectors will be provided. There will be two demonstrations teaching you the steps to create your collage cards so you can relax and just have fun! All supplies are provided, no art experience is necessary. Ages 11+.
Instructor:: Stephanie Kelly Date: Friday, November 14th from 12 to 3 pm
Cost: $50 per person - Register here and select from Mixed Media Class dropdown menu- We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Holiday Card Printmaking
A fun and direct way to make cards is by using styrofoam plates. Drawing onto the plate with a pencil or ink pen will give a beautiful design that is inked with brayers and water base block ink, and can be printed by stamping. The paper can be colored ahead of printing with watercolor, color pencil or a layer of ink. Softly patterned or solid toned craft papers can be printed on also. So many possibilities and variations makes each card a unique treasure. All materials included and no prior experience needed. Just come and enjoy making cards with us.
Instructor :: Barbara McPhail
Who :: Teens and older limited to 8 people
Dates :: Thursday, November 20th from 1 - 3:30 pm
Fee :: $65 - Register here and select from the Printmaking Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Atmospheric Painting with Watercolors
This course is for adults who have beginning and above skill levels with watercolor painting. Would you like to experiment in creating atmosphere in your watercolor painting that convey feelings or emotions? Landscapes with mist, rain, snow, patches of sunlight, dark shadows, soft or harsh qualities of brush strokes and color are just some of the ways we can achieve this. We will look at some examples of watercolor paintings, discuss how the effects were created and practice some of the techniques. You will also have an opportunity to develop an atmospheric watercolor painting of your own based on some photo references.
Students need to bring:
Watercolor paper – 140lb watercolor paper pads or blocks 9x12, 10-12 sheets (Arches)
300lb cold press paper pad or block is optional.
Watercolor paints – French Ultramarine Blue, Permanent Sap Green, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Umber, Burnt Sienna, Raw Sienna, Indigo, Payne’s Gray, Green Gold and Teal or Turquoise. Students may bring additional colors to the list if they wish.
Watercolor brushes – Round (sizes 4,6,10), Flat (1 inch and 1 ¼ inch), Mop (1 inch),
Rigger (with at least one-inch-long bristles), Fan (small or medium), Hake wash (1 inch and 3or 4 inch wide) 10 brushes total. Students may bring additional brushes to the list if they wish.
Masking or watercolor tape, small towel, pencil, Mr Clean Magic Eraser (Original),
small notebook or sketchbook, and a small color wheel (optional).
The Mill will provide boards, water containers and spray bottles. Students are welcome to bring their own if they wish.
Instructor:: Donna Gustina
Dates and Time:: Four Mondays, November 24 and December 1,8,15 from 1:30-4:00
Fee:: $185 - Register here and select from the Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu. We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
Minimum 4 students, Maximum 8 students
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Watercolor and Pen
Join us in a new class offering designed for beginners. Carole will guide you step by step of the way in creating drawings with pencil and a micron pen. You will learn how to break down a composition by drawing shapes and then by adding detail and value to the composition. You will be surprised by the completed drawing once a watercolor wash is added to the picture. This class is for beginners but anyone is welcome to join in the fun. All materials provided.
Instructor :: Carole Agosto
Date :: Tuesday, December 2nd from 1:30 - 3:30pm.
Fee:: $45 - Register here and select from the Painting and Drawing Class dropdown menu. We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request 2 weeks notice prior to the start of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Introduction to Encaustic Painting
In this one day introduction to the encaustic process, students will learn the proper and basic techniques of the encaustic process. Techniques such as layering, fusing with heat, building texture, incising, and color mixing. We will cover safe practices as well. All materials will be supplied and everyone will come away with a sampler of exercises to prepare you for future learning.
Instructor:: Kathryn Bevier
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $125
Date :: Sunday, December 14th from 10-2pm
Register here and select from the Encaustic Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request with two weeks notice in advance of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions or email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Introduction to Printmaking with Encaustic Paints
Using wax based paints to create prints is such a great way to explore your visual language.
You will learn essential information on the printing process with encaustic paints, from set-up, free form printing, as well as a wide array of application techniques. Using professional paints and beautiful papers, you will also learn how the different pigments and papers behave for a better understanding on how to achieve the results you desire.
Class size limited to 6 people. All materials are included in the cost of this class.
Instructor:: Kathryn Bevier
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $125 Date :: Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 10am - 2pm
Register here and select from the Printmaking Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request with two weeks notice in advance of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions or email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!
Printmaking with Encaustic Paints Part two
This class is intended for people who have been introduced to encaustic printmaking and are looking to further explore and expand their knowledge in this endless medium. Using wax based paints to create prints is such a great way to explore your visual language.
the primary focus on this class will be to learn registration techniques in order to create repeated motifs. Using professional paints and beautiful papers, learning how the different pigments and papers behave will be revisited for a better understanding on how to achieve the results you desire.
Class size limited to 6 people. All materials are included in the cost of this class.
Instructor:: Kathryn Bevier
Who :: Teens and Adults
Fee :: $125 Date :: Sunday, January 25, 2026 from 10am - 2pm
Register here and select from the Printmaking Class dropdown menu - We accept PayPal, Cash or Check made out to Mill Art Center. Our address is 61 N Main St. Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
***Sign Language interpreting for this class is available upon request with two weeks notice in advance of class. Please indicate your request when completing the registration form. If you have questions or email us at millartcenter@gmail.com. Efforts will be made to accommodate last-minute requests but cannot guaranteed !!!