In this hands-on class you'll learn the fundamentals of the dyeing process, including techniques for creating vibrant, long-lasting colors. Then you’ll take that knowledge and create your own unique custom colorway. You’ll leave with a dyed skein of yarn.

• Dates: Saturday, January 9

  Registration Deadline: January 1

• Time: 10:00 - 11:30a

• Ages: Adults (15+*)

  *ages 15, 16, and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. we offer flexible ages for the adult workshop for those who are looking for something fun to do with their teen kid.

• Supplies: Class materials are included in the cost of the class and provided by The Center.

• Instructor: Tasha Thomas

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

  
  Don't miss out on the fun! This program sold out during the Fall, so grab your spot while you can!

Bring-A-Friend Discount: When signing up with a friend, get 20% off each person.

Explore the fundamentals of watercolor painting, from color mixing and brush control to building layers and texture. A relaxed, supportive setting for beginners and returning painters alike to develop their eye and their technique.

• Date(s): Monday January 18, 25 & February 1, 8 (4 weeks)

• Deadline: Register by Friday, January 15

• Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

• Ages: Adults (18+)

• Instructor: Robin Carnes

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

Week 1  
Learning Goal: Overview of Supplies, Drawing Basics, Watercolor Basics

Week 2
Learning Goal: Color Theory, Starting a Painting, Underpaintings

Week 3
Learning Goal: Textures, Details and Getting into their Project

Week 4
Learning Goal: Finishing Painting

Don't miss out on the fun! This program sold out two classes in the Fall! Grab your spot while you can.

Bring-A-Friend Discount: When signing up with a friend, get 20% off each person.

Create something unique and beautiful that you can wear forever. Led by Lindsey Jones, learn basic embroidery techniques and create your own embroidered necklace.

• Dates: February 13

  Registration Deadline: February 8

• Time: 10:00a - 1:00p

• Ages: Adults (15+*)

  *ages 15, 16, and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. we offer flexible ages for the adult workshop for those who are looking for something fun to do with their teen kid.

• Supplies: Class materials are included in the cost of the class and provided by The Center.

• Instructor: Lindsey Jones

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

Bring-A-Friend Discount: When signing up with a friend, get 20% off each person.

FALL/SPRING SCHOOL YEAR 2026/27

School's OUT?! Stay with us all day for games and amazing art projects led by our master art faculty. Every session will bring fresh and fun creative adventures.

• Dates: Multiple dates that align with Wyoming City Schools, Lockland City Schools, and some North College Hill City Schools, and Cincinnati Public Schools closures. See below for a breakdown

• Registration Deadline: 2 business days before date

• Time: 9am-4pm

• Ages: 5 - 12 (Must be 5 as of 8/15/26)

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

Please pack a peanut free lunch and 2 snacks!

• Monday, September 7 — Wyoming City Schools

• Monday, September 21 — Wyoming City Schools & Cincinnati Public Schools

• Friday, September 25 — Lockland City Schools

• Monday, October 12 — Wyoming City Schools

• Tuesday, October 13 — Wyoming City Schools

• Monday, October 19 — North College Hill City Schools

• Friday, October 30 — Lockland City Schools

• Monday, November 2 — Wyoming City Schools & Lockland City Schools

• Tuesday, November 3 — Lockland City Schools

• Wednesday, November 11 — Lockland City Schools

This beginner-friendly painting class explores visual weight and balance through simple, hands-on exercises.  A series of guided prompts will help students understand how size, color, and placement work together to create strong, intentional compositions.  Students will leave with completed paintings and an understanding of these fundamental elements of art.

• Dates: Wednesdays, Oct 14, 21, 28 & Nov 4

  Registration Deadline: Oct 12 @ 8:00a

• Time: 6 to 8p

• Ages: Adults (18+)

• Instructor: Maxwell Redder

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

Week 1:Understanding Visual Weight & Balance
Explore symmetrical and asymmetrical balance through color mixing and painted-paper collage compositions.

Week 2:Building a Strong Composition
Discover how perspective influences visual weight and learn how to finalize and transfer a composition onto canvas.

Week 3: Creating with Shape & Asymmetry
Break objects into simple shapes and use visual weight, asymmetrical balance, and background gradients to begin your final painting.

Week 4: Bringing It All Together
Layer objects over a completed background and apply the principles of visual weight and balance to complete your final painting.

Take Home: One 16” by 20” painting, and a sketchbook
Skills & Knowledge Earned: Foundational understanding of composition, visual weight, and symmetrial and asymmetrical balance. Skills practiced include: color mixing, creating values and gradients, simplifying objects into basic shapes, using perspective, planning compositions, layering foreground elements over backgrounds, and transferring designs to canvas.

All materials and supplies are included in the program cost.

Bring-A-Friend Discount: When signing up with a friend, get 20% off each person.

This fun and  immersive four week program will introduce students to the fundamentals of hand‑building with clay. Each week focuses on a different technique, gradually building skills and confidence. Evening sessions add a creative twist with clay jewelry making, allowing participants to explore functional and decorative art.

• Dates: Thursdays, Nov 5, 12, 19 & Dec 3 (no class on Thanksgiving)

  Registration Deadline: Nov 2 @ 8:00a

• Time: 6 to 8p

• Ages: Adults (15+*)

• Instructor: Jason Trautz

• Location: Wyoming Fine Arts Center

*ages 15, 16, and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. we offer flexible ages for the adult workshop for those who are looking for something fun to do with their teen kid.

Week 1: Pinch Pots
Week 2: Coil Building
Week 3: Clay Jewelry
Week 4: Glazing & Final Projects
Take Home: Multiple finished glazed clay projects (pinch pots, wearable clay jewelry, and coil projects)
Skills & Knowledge Earned: Clay preparation and handling, shaping, smoothing/blending, decorative coil patterns, glazing, kiln firing preparation

All materials and supplies are included in the program cost.