Follow us on Facebook!Thursday Cork & Canvas Art Class
Cork & Canvas Adult Art Class is usually the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
We invite both men and women to join us for an evening of creative fun . . . as you experiment with a wide variety of art media, while socially interacting with others. We even supply snacks to make the evening more enjoyable.
2024 Fall/Winter Schedule
THURSDAY CORK & CANVAS ART CLASS
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost: $20 / Person
You must be over 21 to attend.
All materials and refreshments are included in the cost.
Payment is due the night of the class.
Space is limited, please call 309-945-5428 to reserve your spot at our next Cork & Canvas Art Class
As we come closer to the date of an upcoming Step-by-Step Art Class, we will create a special painting or drawing just for that evening. You will be able to view the image on facebook @ Smith Studio and Gallery and in our store about a week before the scheduled art class.
Thursday, January 16th 2025
Painting – a Snowscape
One of our most popular activities is painting on a canvas board.
During this winter season we will put into practice some special painting techniques that contribute to the illusion of snow. In painting a “portrait” of a snow person our students can demonstrate advanced techniques in blending, shading and texture. All student work will be matted at the end of the lesson.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday, February 6th 2025
Painting – a Spring Bouquet
Step-by-Step painting on a square stretched canvas is always fun evening at the Smith Studio.
Join us as we guide you through the step-by-step process of painting a Spring Bouquet. It can often be difficult to know where to “start” a painting, but we will ease your mind as we explain the different artistic choices that have to be answered in the creation of this special image.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday, February 20th 2025
Metal Tooling
Tooling metal is a very special art form that is easy to do with our hands-on instruction and easy directions.
We start you in a step-by-step fashion but then each participant “tools” the image of their choice. You will end the evening having made a tooled metal lid for a small box. It's a Great Date Night!
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday, March 6th 2025
Graphite – Goodbye to Winter
This step-by-step Spring landscape drawing will be using different forms of graphite, including graphite powder.
This unique art medium creates a stunning difference in values that enriches your picture while also adding unexpected drama to your image. Participants are always excited to see how different forms of graphite can be used together to create different effects.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday,, March 20th 2025
Watercolor – Spring Painting
At Smith Studio we get a lot of requests to teach watercolor.
In this step-by-step class we will guide you through the stretching of your paper. Then, as you paint a unique image of a flowering still life, you will be shown how to under-paint, blend, layer and much more.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday, April 3rd 2025
Oil Pastel and Solvent
This evening of art is loved by many of our participants. Learn to “paint” with oil pastel by combining oil pastel with a little solvent
In this unusual use of a drawing medium, we will create a mid-west landscape image in a step-by-step manner. You will learn that painting and drawing can be combined into one cohesive work of art.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
Thursday, April 17th 2025
No Brush Painting
Participants loved this step-by-step process, where we guide you through the painting . . . but we DO NOT use a paintbrush!
This evening we will create a beautiful image that will “Welcome” April’s changing weather. This will be an interesting undertaking as we explore found objects to replace what a paintbrush might otherwise create.
COST $20/adult • TIME 7:00 – 9:00 pm • You must be over 21 to attend
No Open Studio in May 2025
We will be updating our Summer Thursday Night Cork & Canvas Schedule in April
Check out are wide range of scheduled and private art classes for all ages.
Saturday Afternoon
Children's Art Class
2024 Fall/Winter Schedule
Usually the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
For Grades 1st – 6th
1:00 – 3:00
Cost: $20 / child
All materials are included in the cost. Payment is due when you register.
All of these art classes, listed with the Geneseo Park District, are taught at Smith Studio and Gallery.
Thurday Night
Open Studio Art Class
2024 Fall/Winter Schedule
For Teens and Adults
Usually the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.
We invite teens and adults to join us for an evening of creative fun . . . Everyone has the freedom to choose the art medium and venue they wish to explore.
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Cost $20/person
All materials are included in the cost.
Payment is due the night of the class.
We encourage you to call us at 309-945-5428 or go to Facebook @ Smith Studio and Gallery to confirm Thursday Open Studio dates, because occasionally we need to alter/cancel the art class.
Can’t make our scheduled art classes . . . consider planning your own private art class or art party that best fits your schedule and group's interests.
Plan a Private Art Class with Family and/or Friends
Plan a Private "ART PARTY" with refreshments, great for Girls Night Out or Office Holiday Party
Children's Art Birthday Party, you can choose from a variety of age-appropriate art activities. Parents bring the cake and drinks. We set up party area, run art activity, and clean up the mess.
Girl Scout Troop Art Badge, art materials and instruction are provided to complete the various art badge requirements.