This is a surprise abstraction workshop taught by Glenn Bodish, the current artist in residence at TNPS. He is also a professor of art at Sauk Valley Community College. Much of his work is abstract and intuitive, tapping into the subconscious.
For ages 15 years and up. $30 per attendee includes materials.
Nina Stachewicz is from Freeport and teaches art classes locally.
All supplies are included in this one-day class. Stachewicz provides instruction on oil painting techniques. Students will create an oil painting on an 8″ x 10″ canvas of a spring barn scene.
Participants need to be 12 years old and up.
The minimum class size is five people, with a maximum of 15 people.
Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by May 9. After May 9, no refund will be given.
Students need to register by May 9.
Valerie Butcher, Curator of the Corner Gallery in Sterling, Illinois, has over 20 years of experience in creating fused glass. Learn from her as you design your own trinket tray to cherish.
Students will learn the basics of creating their personal masterpieces. Valerie will fire the projects and return them to TNPS on June 28 for student pick-up.
Tuition is $30 for TNPS members and $35 for non-members.
Participants need to be 10 years old and up. An adult must accompany students under 13.
The minimum class size is four people.
Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by June 8.
Students need to register by June 8.
The Zentangle method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. These patterns are called tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves, and orbs. Join instructor Becky Hage as she instructs students on how to learn this wonderfully relaxing technique.
Participants need to be 13 and up.
Zentangle is an American method for drawing, which not only promotes concentration and creativity but at the same time increases personal well-being. Zentangle was invented by a monk named Rick Roberts and an artist named Maria Thomas. With Zentangle they created a combination of meditation and art. This drawing method is suitable for beginners and passionate hobby artists.
What is so special about Zentangle?
Zentangle – that means there are no given templates. No ready-made solutions. Instead, the zentangle patterns are set with caution. When drawing Zentangles, you can even easily create completely new patterns.
$20 members | $25 non-members
The Zentangle method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. These patterns are called tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves, and orbs. Join instructor Becky Hage as she instructs students on how to learn this wonderfully relaxing technique.
Participants need to be 13 and up.
Zentangle is an American method for drawing, which not only promotes concentration and creativity but at the same time increases personal well-being. Zentangle was invented by a monk named Rick Roberts and an artist named Maria Thomas. With Zentangle they created a combination of meditation and art. This drawing method is suitable for beginners and passionate hobby artists.
What is so special about Zentangle?
Zentangle – that means there are no given templates. No ready-made solutions. Instead, the zentangle patterns are set with caution. When drawing Zentangles, you can even easily create completely new patterns.
$20 members | $25 non-members
This fun event occurs at John Dixon Park in Dixon (venue information is below) during the “Nuts About Art Show on July 1, 2023.
Have fun in Dixon Park, creating your festive red, white, and blue tie-dyed creation (see image below).
This creative and fun event is for children ages 4 to 18 years. Any child under 10 years must have adult supervision. The only thing participants need to bring is their pre-washed T-shirt. All other supplies are provided.*
* This program is partially funded by a grant from the United Way.
This class is only $3 per child. Pre-registration is required. No registrations will be accepted after June 27.
This event has three timeslots that are approximately 1 hour each. Choose from 11 a.m., 12 p.m., or 1 p.m. Be sure to check the time you want on the registration form.
Nina Stachewicz is from Freeport and teaches art classes locally.
All supplies are included in this one-day class. Stachewicz provides instruction on oil painting techniques. Students will create an oil painting on a 9″ x 12″ canvas of a rural fall barn scene.
Cost is $40 a person.
Participants need to be 13 years old and up.
The minimum class size is five people, with a maximum of 15 people.
Refunds will only be given if the minimum class size is unmet or the participant cancels by Sept. 30. After Sept. 30, no refund will be given.
Students need to register by September 30.
Valerie Butcher, Curator of the Corner Gallery in Sterling, Illinois, has over 20 years of experience creating fused glass. Learn from her as you create your glass plate to cherish. The plate shown above is one example of a design. Students may pick their own design.
Students will learn the basics of creating their personal masterpieces. Valerie will fire the projects and return them to TNPS on November 11 for student pick-up.
Tuition is $60 per person
Participants need to be 16 years old and older.
The minimum class size is ten people, and the maximum is 30 people.
Refunds will only be given if the minimum class size is not met.
Students need to register by Nov. 2.
The Next Picture Show would like to welcome M.A.D. (Making A Difference) Artist Society!
M.A.D. Artist Society is a nonprofit run by Amy Bailey. She aims to create group art projects that will enrich the community. TNPS is excited to collaborate with Amy to offer this awesome art course to children, high school students, and adults. If you’re looking for a class that can offer you the opportunity to learn how to paint and complete a fun portrait, then you’re in luck!
“Create a colorful self-portrait that represents your talents, interests, and ambitions using corrugated cardboard and house paint.” (Instructor Sample Below)
This is a 6-week course offered April 5th through May 10th on Saturdays.
We will offer two sections of this course:
For High School students and adults: Saturday from 10:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m.
For Kids 10–13: Saturdays from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuition for this 6-week course: $65 (Materials will be supplied!)
Instructor: Amy R. Bailey
If you’d like to join this 6-week course please call us at 815-285-4924 or stop by TNPS and we’ll get you signed up. The deadline to sign up for our course is April 2nd, 2025. The maximum number of students in each session is 12. We will notify if the classes become full and if we are no longer accepting students.
