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.
TNPS and Dixon Stage Left are hosting Poetry Fun Night on Friday, January 24, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. Enjoy a fun, casual evening of poetry in The Next Picture Show art gallery. Read, listen, and share. No pressure–just enjoy poetry in many forms!
Wine and beverages will be available.
A completely free event to attend!
TNPS has been notified by the Illinois Arts Council that there is an exciting grant opportunity for Illinois artists! The IAC Creative Accelerator Fund is now open and accepting applications. This grant offers artists 21+ the chance of a $10,000 award to use towards their creative practice.
This workshop will be one hour, and gives an overview of the agency and available grant opportunities for individual artists. They will also provide details on how to apply to grants. At the end of the program, there will be lots of time to ask questions and find out how artists can utilize IAC recourses!
If your interested in attending this in-person workshop please RSVP with the following link: https://forms.gle/SkDRNLdJgySDRCN37
It’s highly encouraged to RSVP and we also want to mention that it costs nothing to attend this informational workshop!
Please, don’t miss the chance to apply for this awesome grant! The deadline for the IAC Creative Accelerator Fund is Wednesday, April 9th, 2025. Click the link below to apply 
or to find more information.
https://arts.illinois.gov/granting-opportunities/grants-programs/creative-accelerator-fund.html
