Linda Basset: Intro to Pierced Metal Jewelry Demonstration

Saturday, 3:30 PM, March 15 (One-Day Demonstration)

Attend a free demonstration of piercing & cutting metal jewelry and view some of the beautiful pieces you’ll be able to create by learning how to use a jeweler’s saw!

Free!

Welcome the season with creativity and blooms! Join Smith Floral at the Hazleton Art League for a Spring Floral Arrangement Workshop on Thursday, March 20, from 6–8 PM. Learn the art of floral design while creating your own beautiful arrangement to take home. Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on workshop is a great way to celebrate spring with color and creativity. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $50 (includes $20 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $55 (includes $20 material fee)

Michelle Lee: Paint and Be a Dreamcatcher

Saturday, March 22, 12:30-3:30 PM (One-Day workshop)

A BYOB paint & sip...like no other! Become your own Dreamcatcher as you paint with your free spirit—unleashing your intuitive creativity guided by heARTist and catalyst, Michelle Lee. Your experience starts as we ignite all the senses to kindle your creative fire! Exploring the Native American origin and meaning of Dreamcatchers, you’ll honor its history while activating new dreams and intentions through short meditations. As this artual (art ritual) catches fire, you’ll play with colors, layers and sacred geometry to create a 12” x 24” dreamcatcher painting that you’ll fall in love with.

Treat yourself to a day full of creative, joyful celebration! No art or painting experience is required. Must register by March 19 to take this workshop. (Adults 21+)

Member Cost: $75 (includes $25 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $85 (includes $25 material fee)

ATTENTION:

The event is BYOB, but art supplies are included. Essential oils are used. Please message Michelle in advance with any sensitivities: mlee@michelleleearts.com

Linda Basset: Intro to Pierced Metal Jewelry

Wednesday 6-9 PM, March 26-April 23 (Five Weeks).

Students will be introduced to the basic tools, techniques, safety, and skills used in the creation of sawn or cut metal jewelry. This hands-on class encompasses simple design, sawing, drilling, filing, and finishing metal to make pendants, earrings, cuff bracelets or other small metal piece of your choice. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $191 (includes $46 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $216 (includes $46 material fee)

Alana Gadola: Figure/Portrait Drawing

Wednesdays, 6-7 PM, March 26-May 14 (Eight Weeks)

Expand your artistic skills with this in-depth exploration of figure and portrait drawing! This class focuses on capturing the complexity and elegance of the human body and face, blending anatomy fundamentals with creative expression. You’ll learn techniques to enhance proportions, gestures, and realism while experimenting with different styles and mediums. This course will deepen your understanding of human form and improve your confidence in drawing dynamic poses and expressive details. (Adults and Teens 16+)

Member Cost: $160 (includes $10 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $185 (includes $10 material fee)

Alexa Figas: Creation Station (for Kids)

Thursdays, 5:30-7 PM, March 27-May 1 (Six Weeks)

Young artists will explore the exciting world of mixed media by working with a variety of materials, including acrylics, watercolors, graphite, charcoal, pastels, and more. Each session focuses on a different medium, allowing students to experiment and build foundational skills in art-making while unleashing their creativity. (Children 6-13)

Member Cost: $200 (includes $25 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $225 (includes $25 material fee)

Jane Klesh Butkovsky: Drawing and Painting

Thursday, 6-8:30 PM, March 27-May 22 (Eight Weeks—No class April 17)

This class is designed to work with each individual student in the pursuit of their own personal development. The class is open to drawing, oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastel. Students are encouraged to choose a subject that is inspirational to him or her, and step by step, with individual instruction progress from start to finish. The class is open to all levels of accomplishment. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $150 (no material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $175 (no material fee)

Larry Slavick: Learn with Larry Slavick

Saturdays, March 29-April 26, 1-4 PM (Five Weeks)

Beginner to advanced artists, learn from an accomplished artist how to take your chosen medium to the next level. You decide whether you want to work in charcoal, oils, or watercolor! Larry Slavick will guide you with personal attention to improve your technique and style. (Adults 18+)

Member Cost: $125 (Includes $15 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $150 (Includes $15 material fee)

Danielle Correll: Lil’ Chefs Academy

Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 PM, March 29-April 19 (Four Weeks)

Family-fun cooking. Parent/Child. An all-abilities cooking class designed for children ages 8-12 to be hands-on learning fun! Children will learn to cook, prep, and create tasty treats. This class encourages teamwork, creativity, and confidence in the kitchen. (Children 8-12)

Member Cost: $125 (includes $20 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $150 (includes $20 material fee)

Joni Mazzie: Throwdown w/ Joni Mazzie

Tuesdays, 6-8:30 PM, April 1-May 20 (Eight Weeks)

Is learning pottery on your bucket list? Joni will teach you the fundamentals of throwing on the potter’s wheel. You will create, trim, and glaze some keepsake ceramics. Be prepared to get messy and have fun. Clay the day away! (Adults 18+)

Member Cost: $265 (includes $40 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $290 (includes $40 material fee)

Wander Matos: Progress through Art

Tuesday, 6-8 PM, April 1-May 20 (Eight Weeks)

Explore the world of art with Wander Matos in this immersive class that guides students through a progression of artistic styles, starting with Drawing and advancing to Painting, Sculpting, and Illustration. Taught in Spanish and English, this hands-on course provides a strong foundation in each discipline, helping students develop their creativity and technical skills step by step. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $175 (Includes $25 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $200 (Includes $25 material fee)

Joni Mazzie: Throwdown w/ Joni Mazzie

Wednesdays, 12:30-3 PM, April 2-May 21 (Eight Weeks)

Is learning pottery on your bucket list? Joni will teach you the fundamentals of throwing on the potter’s wheel. You will create, trim, and glaze some keepsake ceramics. Be prepared to get messy and have fun. Clay the day away! (Adults 18+)

Member Cost: $265 (includes $40 material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $290 (includes $40 material fee)

Michael Delmonico: It's a Snap! Photography Made Easy

Thursdays, 5-7 PM, April 17 - May 15 (Five weeks)

Introductory course on making photography simple, accessible, and affordable. Focusing on portraiture but also going into landscapes, this course emphasizes making photography easy to grasp and understand. The first two classes will be lectures on equipment, gear, lighting, and technique. The other three classes will be spent shooting both landscapes and portraits. Students will walk away with exhibition-ready images. A camera is recommended but not required as the instructor has one to lend (Adults 18+)

Member Cost: $100 (No material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $125 (No material fee)

Nathan Hassler: Intro to Oil Painting

Monday, 6-8 PM, April 21 (One-day workshop)

Join artist Nathan Hassler for a one-day workshop, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of working with oils, including color mixing, brush techniques, and layering. Through guided instruction and hands-on practice, participants will create a simple painting while gaining confidence in this versatile medium. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers a supportive and inspiring environment to explore oil painting. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $40 (No material fee)

Nonmember Cost: $50 (No material fee)

Rich Pastorella: Introduction to Tai-Chi

Saturday, 10 AM-12:30 PM, May 3 (One-Day Workshop)

This class will teach the fundamentals of Tai-Chi, teaching with a particular emphasis on how to gain the health benefit of authentic Tai-Chi training. (Adults and teens 15+)

Member Cost: $30

Nonmember Cost: $40