​Sumi-e Japanese Painting

Mondays, 1-3 pm
During this four week class, you will learn the basics of Japanese watercolor painting. You will create traditional Japanese Sumi-e paintings of bamboo, orchid, plum blossom, Bonsai tree, flowers, and birds. We will also paint the royal flower of Japan, the chrysanthemum. If you are continuing classes from a previous set you will be given additional activities that will align with your level of progression. Click red buttons for more information and to register for the event. 

​Youth Makers' Studio​

Fridays 4-5 pm
​Youth Makers' Studio gives kids the experience of making products like key chains, tie dye shirts, and more! Students can keep this work or sell it the next day at the Watauga County Farmers' Market. Registration is required for Friday and costs $5. Participants are not required to sell work at the farmers' market. Click the red buttons for more information and to register for the event. ​

John Bond
Art Lessons: Adults

Youth Art: Wednesdays 4 - 5:30 pm
Teen Seminar: Tuesday: 4 - 5:30pm
​Adult: Tuesday 6-8 pm or Thursday 10 am-12 pm
John Bond has been teaching at the Watauga Arts Council for over one year. He taught classes out of his shop, Art Mart, for more than 28 years. These adult classes are like private lessons in a group setting, and John works with each student on their individual goals. Participants bring their own supplies. Click red buttons for more information and to register for the event. 

Beginner Knitting

June 14 - July 12, 2022
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12 pm
​Join us at the Art Council to learn how to knit and complete your first knitting project! This weekly course will take place over five weeks, and will be led by Vicki Skywark. All supplies will be provided and no previous knitting knowledge or experience is required. Each class will be limited to five people, so register soon before spots fill up! ​

​Knitting Workshop/Studio

June 16 - July 14, 2022
Thursdays, 10:30 am - 12 pm
​This craft-focused workshop is perfect for knitters who want focused time to improve on their own projects and who would benefit from assistance to reach their knitting goals! Each of these workshops will be led by Vicki Skywark, and will take place over five weeks. Each class will be limited to five people, so register soon before spots fill up!​

SUMMER CAMPS! 

Watauga Arts Council offers week-long, half-day art camps for youth and teens! Each camp will be led by a professional artist, exploring different themes and media. Check out our options by clicking the link below!​
Want to take a class but don't see it offered here?
​Please let us know you interests and we will let you know when classes come available. 
Have a Class you want to Teach?
We are interested in offering education/programming
​in all mediums and expressions!
We are seeking virtual and in-person instructors! 

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