Ongoing Adult Classes
Wednesday Open Studio - 1 visit (6:30-8:30pm)
Work on your own project in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy the flexibility of the open studio. Join the session when it fits your schedule. Receive inspiration from classmates that share your passion. Bring your art, your supplies & your creativity!
Wednesday Open Studio-10 visit punch card for NON-MEMBERS (6:30-8:30pm)
Work on your own project in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy the flexibility of the open studio. Join the session when it fits your schedule. Receive inspiration from classmates that share your passion. Bring your art, your supplies & your creativity!
Wednesday Open Studio - 10 visit punch card for MEMBERS (6:30-8:30pm)
Work on your own project in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy the flexibility of the open studio. Join the session when it fits your schedule. Receive inspiration from classmates that share your passion. Bring your art, your supplies & your creativity!
SPRING CLASSES 2026 (April - May)
Oil Painting, 05/12-26/2026, (morning)
1 spot left...please call the gallery to register. 630.355.2530
1 spot left...please call the gallery to register. 630.355.2530
Oil Painting, 05/12-26, 2026 (evening)
Class FULL
Class FULL
Creative Flow: Inner Bloom & Expression, May 16, 2026, (12:30-3pm)
The May Creative Flow workshop invites participants into inner blooming and authentic expression. Led by artist and teacher Victoria Isikman, this session focuses on finding personal creative voice through layered color, bold mark-making, and intuitive mixed-media techniques.
This workshop celebrates growth, visibility, and creative presence. Participants are encouraged to express what has been quietly forming within—translating inner awareness into abstract visual language. A welcoming space for reflection, confidence, and creative expansion.
All materials are provided. No prior art experience required.
Watercolor Painting (basic level), May 28-June 4, 2026, (9-11am), 2 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply list: see below.
Watercolor painting (intermediate level), May 28-June 4, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 2 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below.
Pastel Pet Portrait Workshop, May 29, 2026, (10am-1:30pm), Friday
Students should email a photo of a pet taken without flash, using natural light only. Please email the photo to the teacher at [email protected]. For questions, you may also text 512-635-7521. The teacher will print an enlarged copy of the photo. Students will trace the image and paint it in a “coloring book” style. No drawing is required.
A $15.00 supply fee is payable to the teacher.
SUMMER CLASSES 2026 (June - August)
Mosaic Garden Art, June 6, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
The supply fee of $85.00 is payable to the teacher.
Art Legacy Compass: Navigating the Future of Your Studio, Artwork and Art Business, June 7, 2026, (2-3:30pm), Sunday
Lecturer: Mary E. Longe
This two-fold workshop focuses not only on how to take your art to the next business level but also on how to ultimately dismantle it. Tips are based on the teacher’s book Art Legacy Compass. Book can be ordered in advance of the class at AMAZON.
Participants will leave with a clear approach to take control of their art inventory and supplies before decision-making becomes urgent. The 9-step process taught can be implemented immediately along with tips on how to bring an art practice to the next level. With experience and studies in art business at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London, and a background as Executive Director of Plein Air Painters Chicago, Mary Longe brings a practical, real-world perspective to the lifecycle of artwork, helping artists and collectors make informed, intentional decisions about their work. Optional: Artists may wish to bring a trusted family member who may be involved in decisions about their work. A shared understanding can make future choices clearer and less overwhelming for everyone involved.
Oil/Acrylic Painting, June 8-22, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Mondays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
9 spots left
Oil Painting, June 9-23, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm)
1 spot left, please call the Gallery to register
1 spot left, please call the Gallery to register
Drawing for Adults I. (beginners), June 11-July 16, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 6 Thursdays
Demystify the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. You’ll soon learn that anyone can be an artist. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw! Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Even if you’ve delayed learning how to draw to your retirement years, now you can get caught up without intimidation. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of these pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Drawing for Adults (Intermediate level), June 13-July 25, 2026, (4:30-6:30pm), 6 Saturdays
NO CLASS: 4th of July
Intermediate level: Continuation of demystifying the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of those pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Art Meditations, July 8, 2026, (2-3:00pm), Wednesday
Find your inner stillness in our art meditation classes. Each class, we will explore different art mediums to help you relax and de-stress.
Supplies are included. No experience needed. We will enjoy art with soft lights and relaxing music. All are welcome.
Mosaic Garden Art, July 11, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
The supply fee of $85.00 is payable to the teacher.
Oil/Acrylic Painting, July 13-27, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Mondays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
10 spots left
Oil/Acrylic Painting, July 14-28, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
7 spots left
Drawing for Adults I. (beginners), July 23-August 27, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 6 Thursdays
Demystify the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. You’ll soon learn that anyone can be an artist. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw! Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Even if you’ve delayed learning how to draw to your retirement years, now you can get caught up without intimidation. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of these pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Mosaic Garden Art, August 1, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
The supply fee of $85.00 is payable to the teacher.
Drawing for Adults (Intermediate level), August 1-September 5, 2026, (4:30-6:30pm), 6 Saturdays
Intermediate level: Continuation of demystifying the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of those pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Oil/Acrylic Painting, August 11-25, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
10 spots left
Oil/Acrylic Painting, August 11-25, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
8 spots left
Watercolor Painting (basic), August 13-September 3, 2026, (9-11am), 4 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply list: see below.
Watercolor Painting (intermediate), August 13-September 3, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 4 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below.
Concertina Sketchbook Collage Art, August 14-October 2, 2026, (10am-1pm), 8 Fridays
Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner
Learn how to create your own hard cover sketchbook that will unfold into a piece of art. Learn collage and art journaling techniques as you stretch your intuitive creativity over many pages.
Supplye Fee: $20.00 (payable to the teacher)
Supply list: see below.
Art Meditations, August 19, 2026, (2-3:00pm), Wednesday
Find your inner stillness in our art meditation classes. Each class, we will explore different art mediums to help you relax and de-stress.
Supplies are included. No experience needed. We will enjoy art with soft lights and relaxing music. All are welcome.
FALL CLASSES 2026 (September - December)
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Intuitive Painting, September 1-22, 2026, (1-3pm), 4 Tuesdays #...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Forouzan Shemirani |
Botanical Oil Painting in Layers, September 2-30, 2026, (10am-1pm), 5 Wednesdays
Step-by-step techniques for all levels.
This 5-week class introduces oil painting techniques through botanical subjects such as leaves, flowers, and organic forms. The class is structured step by step, making it accessible for beginners while offering depth and refinement for advanced painters.
Students will explore layering, color mixing, brushwork, and composition while developing their own botanical style. Individual guidance is provided throughout the process.
Materials: Students bring their own oil painting materials.
Creative Flow, September 3-24, 2026, (2-4pm), 4 Thursdays
Creative Flow is a guided, process-based art experience designed to support relaxation, self-expression, and creative confidence. No prior art experience is required. Through abstract mark-making, shapes, symbols, and color exploration, participants are gently guided into a creative flow state where the focus is on the creative process rather than the final artwork.
Materials: All materials are provided.
Drawing for Adults I. (beginners), September 3-October 8, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 6 Thursdays
Demystify the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. You’ll soon learn that anyone can be an artist. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw! Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Even if you’ve delayed learning how to draw to your retirement years, now you can get caught up without intimidation. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of these pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Landscape Secrets, September 4-25, 2026, (1:30-3:30pm), 4 Fridays ...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Karen Raidy
This four-week class session will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Instructor: Karen Raidy
This four-week class session will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Mosaic, September 5, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
Supply Fee: $85.00 (payable to the teacher).
Oil/Acrylic Painting, September 8-22, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
10 spots left
Oil/Acrylic Painting, September 8-22, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
8 spots left
Watercolor Painting (beginner), September 10-October 1, 2026, (9-11am), 4 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply list: see below.
Watercolor Painting (intermediate), September 10-October 1, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 4 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below.
Drawing for Adults (Intermediate level), September 12-October 17, 2026, (4:30-6:30pm), 6 Saturdays
Intermediate level: Continuation of demystifying the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of those pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Art Meditations, September 16, 2026, (2-3:00pm), Wednesday
Find your inner stillness in our art meditation classes. Each class, we will explore different art mediums to help you relax and de-stress.
Supplies are included. No experience needed. We will enjoy art with soft lights and relaxing music. All are welcome.
Landscape Secrets, October 2-30, 2026, (1:30-3:30pm), 5 Fridays ...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Karen Raidy
These five weeks-class sessions will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Instructor: Karen Raidy
These five weeks-class sessions will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Mosaic, October 3, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
Supply Fee: $85.00 (payable to the teacher).
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Intuitive Painting, October 6-27, 2026, (1-3pm), 4 Tuesdays #...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Forouzan Shemirani |
Botanical Oil Painting in Layers, October 7-November 4, 2026, (10am-1pm), 5 Wednesdays
Step-by-step techniques for all levels. This 5-week class introduces oil painting techniques through botanical subjects such as leaves, flowers, and organic forms. The class is structured step by step, making it accessible for beginners while offering depth and refinement for advanced painters. Students will explore layering, color mixing, brushwork, and composition while developing their own botanical style. Individual guidance is provided throughout the process.
Materials: Students bring their own oil painting materials.
Watercolor Painting (beginner), October 8-29, 2026, (9-11am), 4 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply list: see below.
Watercolor Painting (intermediate), October 8-29, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 4 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below
Creative Flow, October 8-29,2026, (2-4pm), 4 Thursdays
Creative Flow is a guided, process-based art experience designed to support relaxation, self-expression, and creative confidence. No prior art experience is required. Through abstract mark-making, shapes, symbols, and color exploration, participants are gently guided into a creative flow state where the focus is on the creative process rather than the final artwork.
Materials: All materials are provided.
Oil/Acrylic Painting, October 13-27, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
10 spots left
Oil/Acrylic Painting, October 13-27, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
8 spots left
Art Meditations, October 14, 2026, (2-3:00pm), Wednesday
Find your inner stillness in our art meditation classes. Each class, we will explore different art mediums to help you relax and de-stress.
Supplies are included. No experience needed. We will enjoy art with soft lights and relaxing music. All are welcome.
Drawing for Adults, I. (beginners), October 15-November 19, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 6 Thursdays
Demystify the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. You’ll soon learn that anyone can be an artist. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw! Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Even if you’ve delayed learning how to draw to your retirement years, now you can get caught up without intimidation. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of these pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Collage: Sketchbook to Wood Panels, October 23-December 11, 2026, (10:30am-1pm)
Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner
NO CLASS: November 27, 2026
Everyone wants to create a nice piece of artwork, but composition is the stumbling block in most cases. In this class we will first work in a sketchbook with magazines exploring the process of how some compositions work and others don't. Students will move their sketches to the substrates of watercolor paper, by creating papers in likeness to their sketches with the option to mount them on the wood panels. A personal collage palette will be created using the tack iron method of collage application.
Supply list: see below
Supply fee: $10.00 (is payable to the instructor at first class).
Drawing for Adults (Intermediate level), October 24-November 28, 2026, (4:30-6:30pm), 6 Saturdays
Intermediate level: Continuation of demystifying the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of those pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
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Intuitive Painting, November 3-24, 2026, (1-3pm), 4 Tuesdays #...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Forouzan Shemirani |
Art Meditations, November 4, 2026, (2-3:00pm), Wednesday
Find your inner stillness in our art meditation classes. Each class, we will explore different art mediums to help you relax and de-stress.
Supplies are included. No experience needed. We will enjoy art with soft lights and relaxing music. All are welcome.
Watercolor Painting (basic), November 5-19, 2026, (9-11am), 3 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply List: see below.
Watercolor painting (intermediate), November 5-19, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 3 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below.
Landscape Secrets, November 6-20, 2026, (1:30-3:30pm), 3 Fridays ...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Karen Raidy
This three-week class session will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Instructor: Karen Raidy
This three-week class session will study how Master Landscape Artists used the basics of successful painting to achieve their extraordinary landscapes. After studying the famous artist, students will work on their paintings. Instructor has been trained in watercolor, acrylic, pastel and oil, so bring your favorite!
Mosaic, November 7, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
Supply Fee: $85.00 (payable to the teacher).
Oil/Acrylic Painting, November 10-24, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
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Oil/Acrylic Painting, November 10-24, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
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Oil/Acrylic Painting, December 1-15, 2026, (10am-12pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
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Intuitive Painting, December 1-22, 2026, (1-3pm), 4 Tuesdays #...coming soon through NPD
Instructor: Forouzan Shemirani |
Oil/Acrylic Painting, December 1-15, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Tuesdays
Painting classes for oil or acrylic. Focus on how to mix colors and create works from your reference photos or studio still life or your imagination. Will use the concepts of composition, values, complementary colors, and fun to create your works of art.
Supply list: 3 each – minimum size of 16x20 canvas, set of paint brushes in variety of sizes (#8, #12, #14, #16); palette & palette knives (#4, #6); acrylic, or oil paints with minimum of your primary colors and add some of your favorite colors as well in tubes, get brands made in UK, USA or France; rags or towels.
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Watercolor Painting (basic), December 3-17, 2026, (9-11am), 3 Thursdays
Artist Carmelo Schifano takes fear out of watercolor as he invites his students to relax and get loose. Participants will learn the basic technique and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references. Develop simple concept sketches coupled with value studies. Find out how the principles and elements of design greatly affect your outcome. Manipulate simple guidelines for developing your great work of art, while leaving your fear at home and having fun at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery with Carmelo.
Supply list: see below.
Watercolor Painting (intermediate), December 3-17, 2026, (11:15am-1:15pm), 3 Thursdays
Participants will dive into a more advanced lecture with various watercolor techniques and take home completed work. Helpful critiques will ensure that class members get the most out of their lessons. Create your own compositions using your own photo references.
Supply list: see below.
Drawing for Adults I. (beginners), December 3-17, 2026, (6:30-8:30pm), 3 Thursdays
Demystify the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. You’ll soon learn that anyone can be an artist. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw! Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Even if you’ve delayed learning how to draw to your retirement years, now you can get caught up without intimidation. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of these pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
Mosaic, December 5, 2026, (10am-1pm), Saturday
This informative and fun class is intended for beginning or self-taught students who want to learn the best practice in creating a mosaic piece, cutting china and glass, types and proper use of adhesives, china chard layout, and grouting. Students will complete a mosaic of their choice to introduce them to materials such as art glass, a variety of dishware such as porcelain or ceramic, glass and ceramic tiles, glass balls, stringed glass beads amongst a variety of odds and ends. Students are encouraged to experiment with color and texture as well as how to manipulate the materials to conform to their mosaic piece. All materials and use of tools are included. Tools are also available for purchase. Students will take home their finished mosaic as well as an instructional guide summarizing information taught during class.
Supply Fee: $85.00 (payable to the teacher).
Drawing for Adults (Intermediate level), December 5-19, 2026, (4:30-6:30pm), 3 Saturdays
Intermediate level: Continuation of demystifying the drawing process with a retired art professor using a classic approach pioneered by author, Betty Edwards. You’ll be using her workbook, listed in SUPPLIES below. Hone your innate abilities to the point where you love what you create. Please bring the supplies listed below to the first class.
Supply list:
Book: DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN by Betty Edwards–Workbook version (ISBN: 978-1585429226); available on AMAZON; Two each of those pencils: 2B and 6B; Strathmore sketch pad 9” x 12”; Kneadable and standard erasers.
WINTER CLASSES 2027 (January - March)
Vision Board Workshop, January 9, 2027, (9:30am-3:00pm), Saturday
Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner
Start your New Year out a little be differently.
A gift to yourself, day long creative retreat. You already have the wisdom and knowledge in you to inspire direction for the New Year; with a vision board you allow creativity to enter from the very beginning. This one-day workshop will involve a variety of tools to ignite creative insight through writing, gesture mark making and the gathering of images and inspiring words. Individually each student will look at areas of change, adventure, and personal interests. Creating a vision board with the intention has special magic all into itself. Gathering in circle to begin the morning meditation to our present moment of wellbeing, self-care. Open discussion will be open through our time together. By the end of the day, we view our year ahead and where steps can be taken to execute these exciting new ideas and growth.
Supply list that students need to bring:
4-5 magazines of your own interest, some with sayings and some with images, 3 glue sticks, scissors, pack of lunch and drinks, coffee and snacks will be provided. Print out a recent photo of yourself no larger than 3” on all sides. Think about a word for the year that can guide you and challenge you to grow. Wear comfortable clothes, shoes and bring an apron. The rest of the art materials will be provided for you by the instructor.
Paper Palette Building for Collage, January 22- February 26, 2027, (10:30am-1pm), 6 Fridays
Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner
Collage means to glue or paste but before a collage can be made you need collage papers and this class will give the largest amount of collage paper you’ve ever had. Working from found papers, magazines, tissue papers to the surface of maps and Kraft papers. Students will make their own tools to create unique expressions for future collage art. This class will focus only on building a palette of papers for all your collage art needs and gear you up for the next class that follows-All About Collage.
Supply fee: $10.00
Supply list: see below.
All About Collage, March 12-May 7, 2027, (10:30am-1pm), 8 Fridays
Instructor: Laura Lein Svencner
NO CLASS: April 16!!!
Layers of papers, coated with gloss medium, fused with an iron to watercolor paper. This method of college doesn’t involve wet adhesives. The coated papers fuse with heat, allowing students to explore the surface of the collage papers by working with the elements and principles of design. Exercise will be explored at first to loosen up any tightness and uncertainty of all the materials being used. Students will also explore other mixed media methods like stamping, stenciling, splattering and gestural marks on the surface of the collage papers to embellish even further. Papers made in the class before this one- Paper Palette Building for Collage will be welcomed.
Supply list: see below.