CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND OLDER TEENS
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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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
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. Stay tuned for new start date.
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
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+. No art experience is necessary.
All materials included.
Instructor :: Stephanie Kelly
Who :: Young Teens and Adults
Date and Time :: Sunday, October 11th from 12 - 3 pm
Cost :: $50 - 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 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 !!!
Studio Watercolor Refresher - A One Day workshop
This workshop is a quarterly offering to prior students of Stu’s with an opportunity to come back to the table for a constructive refresher. It is designed to keep that creative spirit going throughout the year. So, bring what you are currently working on along with your watercolor supplies and get ready for a day of inspiration and breakthroughs. Limited to the first 10 people.
Instructor :: Stu Chait
Who :: 16 and older
Date and Time :: Saturday, October 17th from 10 am - 3 pm
Cost :: $85 - Register here and select from Drawing and Painting 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
Details of work displayed is from students work in class.
Hard Cover Concertina Book
Join Janet Finch-Levy for the next in the series of bookbinding classes at the Mill Art Center and Gallery! Her next offering is a hard cover concertina book with sewn in signatures suitable for photos, special memories or gift giving. Spend the morning in a relaxed classroom setting, creating a keepsake for yourself or someone special. Some bookbinding experience helpful but not required. A short review of basic techniques and All materials will be included.
Instructor :: Janet Finch-Levy
Date and Time :: Tuesday, October 20th in the Gallery from 10 am - 12:30 pm - ONE SPACE LEFT!
Cost :: $75 Register here and select from the Mixed Media 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
Intro Journey into Encaustic
The question that comes up all the time is “How can I try out encaustic without investing in all the materials and equipment?” Our new intro class is your opportunity to explore this expressive painting medium, minus the commitment! We will start with preparation of your substrates, applying the initial wax base, exploring smooth and textured applications, sampling all the incredible colors. And move into working with you to bring your imagery into this waxy world. All wax, pigments and brushes will be provided. You will need to bring 3 – 8” x 8” wood panels. (available at Michael’s and Rochester Art Supply)
Instructor :: Connie Ehindero
Date and Time :: Tuesday afternoon, October 20th from 1:30 – 4:30 PM
Cost: $85 - Register here and select from Encaustic Classes 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
Class size limited to 8.
Abstract Landscape Painting Workshop
Join Connie for a day exploring the creation of spirited and compelling landscape sketches and paintings. Abstraction requires us to free up our senses, knowing the world’s lines, colors and forms in new ways. We never actually paint what we see, we translate the environment on to canvas through the medium of paint. We find new colors, forms, lines and composition, mentally cropping and tweaking, resizing, and placing it on a flat surface called a painting. We will be working with what you already know and moving toward an abstract vision.
This workshop will offer a series of hand-on exercises to broaden our seeing abilities, loosen up our brush techniques, focus our composition and lean into each of our personal visions. It’s a fun day with lots of movement, talk and companionship as we each move into new creative expressions. There will be morning and afternoon sessions with time to paint on your own in the afternoon.
Day will include:
Short overview of some abstract landscape painters
Demonstration of paint applications
Paint sketching from provided images
Discussion on distilling your vision
Applying abstraction in the plein air setting
Review of dimensional space and flat space
DEMO
The Mill Gallery will provide all painting substrates, paint and brushes. You will need to bring:
Work Apron
Your phone/camera
An open spirit of exploration
YOUR LUNCH AND BEVERAGE (the café across the street is available for coffee and takeout)
Instructor :: Connie Ehindero
Date and Time :: Saturday, October 24th in the Gallery from 9:30 – 3:30
Cost :: $165 - Class is Full - please email millartcenter@gmail.com to get on the waitlist.
Unintentional Watercolor - A One Day Workshop
Have you ever attempted to be creative without an idea of what the end result may be? Modeled after his successful Non-Traditional Watercolor course at the Chautauqua Institution this past June, and condensed from his popular 3 day Studio Watercolor course offered through the Mill; Stu Chait offers this one day workshop using unintentional and non-traditional methods and techniques. By removing all intent from the creative process, Stu has eliminated the critic and expectations as well. All sketching and painting materials are provided in a take home kit for all attendees.
Instructor :: Stu Chait
Who :: 16 and older
Dates and Time :: Saturday, October 24th from 10 am - 3 pm
Cost :: $125 CLASS IS FULL - Please join our waitlist and to be notified of the the next opportunity. millartcenter@gmail.com
Register here and select from Painting Classes 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
This class includes a complete set of materials for you to work with in class and take home.
Students work pictured above
Introduction to Wool Appliqué
In this workshop you will learn the step-by-step basics of creating Wool Appliqué, working on an 8 1/2”x 8 1/2” background square of black wool. Starting with drawing your own pattern from simple shapes such as circles, leaves, flowers, and/or a vase, you will then choose the colors for each of your shapes from a large variety of beautifully colored wool pieces. Using a double-sided adhesive product, you will learn how to cut out your shapes and iron them to your black background so that your design is securely in place while you enjoy learning how to stitch each shape down with ease! Finally, you will learn how to stitch around your shapes and add stems to your piece with embroidery flosses, using “blanket” and “stem” stitches. You can either match your stitches to your colored shapes so they blend in or you can use contrasting threads so they stand out. All supplies will be provided. No art experience or sewing experience required, please note that we will be using sharp appliqué needles for stitching.
This class is for beginners and anyone who would like a simple refresher, it is designed for you to learn the basic Wool Appliqué process.
Instructor :: Stephanie Kelly
Who :: Adults
Date and Time :: Saturday, October 31st from 11 - 2 pm
Cost :: $85 - 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
NOVEMBER CLASSES
Painting Still Life with Watercolor
Subject matter choices for still life paintings are endless. They can be based on the time of year (holidays), events in our lives, nostalgia, or emotional connections. We will review elements of still life composition, lighting, color and theme. Students will also learn how to use various reference photos to plan their own still life with watercolor. Students will bring their own watercolor materials. An email will be sent to students who register with details of what materials to bring.
Instructor :: Donna Gustina
Who :: Adults
Dates and times :: 4 Wednesdays, November 11, 18, 25 and December 2 from 1:30-4:00
Cost :: $185 - Register here and select from Painting and Drawing 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
Number of Students: 4-8
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 :: 3 Saturdays, November 14th, 21st and December 5th 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.
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, November 15th from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee:: $100 - 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 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 !!!
The Basics of Gelli Plate Printing
Join Lori for an introduction to the enchanting world of Gelli Plate printing.
In this class, you will learn the basic tools and techniques to create several one-of-a-kind prints. All materials are provided, and there will be several short demonstrations to give you the start you need allowing for plenty of hands-on practice and exploration.
Instructor :: Lori Mugnolo
Who :: Older Teens and Adults
Class Date and time :: Monday, November 16th from 10 am - 12:30 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
DECEMBER CLASSES
Miniature Books
If you like making small things and you enjoy bookbinding, then join me at the Mill Art Center for my next class in the handmade books series.
Learn to make a petite version of a hard bound book with a book cloth spine and construct a mini junk journal with specialty art papers including holiday themed paper. Use as ornaments or give to a special friend who appreciates diminutive art.
All supplies included, basic bookbinding experience helpful but not required.
Instructor :: Janet Finch-Levy
Date and Time :: Tuesday, December 1st from 10 am - 12:30 pm
Cost :: $75 Register here and select from the Mixed Media 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
Collage Art Cards
Learn to make these unique cards for yourself to frame or to give as a special gift. 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 and no art experience is necessary.
Instructor :: Stephanie Kelly
Who :: Ages 11 to Adults
Date :: Sunday, December 6th from 12 - 3 PM
Cost :: SPECIAL !!! Register with a check or pay by cash, and enjoy a discount on this class of $45/each person, $90/ for two people and $130/for three people! Bring friends and family members who love to spend time with you relaxing, creating art and having fun! Please register for the special price through emailing us at millartcenter@gmail.com
If paying through PayPal $50 - Register here and select from the Mixed Media Class dropdown menu.
January Classes
Intro to Bookbinding
Interested in the art of bookbinding? Spend a morning learning the basics of this unique art and leave with two hand bound, soft cover books. This class, designed for beginners, will introduce students to paper and cover selections, thread, needles and simple closures. We will be learning a simple pamphlet stitch plus two variations. All materials included. We will have tools to share, but feel free to bring along a thin awl and bone folder if you have them.
Instructor :: Janet Finch-Levy
Date and Time :: Tuesday, January 12th from 10 am - 12:30 pm
Cost :: $75 Register here and select from the Mixed Media 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