The Cottage Art & Teaching Studio
106 Pocono Trail E

360-961-304

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The Cottage Art & Teaching Studio
106 Pocono Trail E

360-961-304

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Art at the Cottage Teaching Studio, 106 Pocono Tr. E. Nokomi

ART CLASS SCHEDULE: May 13th -June 15th

Come meet new friends, discover your creativity and just plain have fun! 


MAY !!  EXPANDED CLASSES - MORE TEACHERS - MORE FUN!!  SEE BELOW



Your Teachers

Judi Light

Judy Gilmer

Judy Gilmer

Judi is an ink and watercolor whimsy artist who loves to teach beginners and share her unique style for character art and impressionistic florals.

You can see her work at the Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy in Sarasota as well as at The Cottage in Nokomis and on her website:

www.lighttouchart.com

Judy Gilmer

Judy Gilmer

Judy Gilmer

Judy is a seasoned professional artist with many years of teaching experience under her belt who also gives classes at the Venice Art Center.

Her work is available during art shows at the VAC as well as  at the Cottage in Nokomis

Kiera Light

Erene Romanski

Erene Romanski

Kiera is a mixed paper and plant fiber artist who enjoys teaching how natural fibers combined with other mixed media can create almost otherworldly art that anyone can successfully create.

Kiera accepts commissions and  her work is also available at the Cottage in Nokomis and the Nest in downtown Venice on Miami Ave

Erene Romanski

Erene Romanski

Erene Romanski

Erene, also known by many as "Dr. E" has been designing jewelry for many years and loves to work with the "energy stones".

She will teach Kumi weaving, elements of bead design, bracelets and much more. Her jewelry is available at The Cottage in Nokomis 

Basic Watercolor Floral. Oh yes you can!

 

 

Wednesday - May 13th  - 10:00 - 12:30 - $45.00


  • Come and learn how to paint a bright and happy impressionistic floral!


  • I will take you step by step from start to finish and you will end up with a 'unique-to-you' painting that wasn't copied or traced!


  • You will learn how to be in control of the paint, how to create light and a bit of 3d through layering, so that your completed  painting is worthy of framing.


  • All materials provided.


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Seats Available - 12 - FULL

EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST
 
Wednesday - May 13th  - 10:00 - 12:30 - $45.00

    Come and learn how to paint a bright and happy

Lighthearted Letters

 

Friday - May 15th  - 9:30 - 2:30 - 65.00


  • Create a whimsical piece that makes a great gift for anyone!


  • Choose some initials or a name (shorter is better).


  • Think outside the box and really have fun with design and flourishes to make this special.


  • (The image shown spells out "Sarah")


  • Include elements that might mean something to the person - or that evoke happy memories.


  • Once finished we will add some bling and sparkle and I will provide a small frame.


  • All materials provided.


(This is a longer than usual class so bring a light snack or lunch)


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Seats Available - 10 - 5 spots left

Email Judi here to reserve your seat/wait list

Anything Abstract!

Monday -  May 18th - 10:00 - 3:00  - $65.00


  • For all levels of acrylic painters, beginners to more seasoned, you will gain a lot of insight in this fun class with Judy Gilmer.


  • Loosen up, paint outside the box and take home a finished piece.


  • This is an ongoing series, building the concepts of what makes an abstract painting .



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Seats Available - 12 - 3 spots left

EMAIL JUDY GILMER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

3D Fiber Floral Bloom

Tuesday May 19th - 10:00 - 1:30 -  $65.00


Form a Fiber Floral Bouquet!


  • This class is still fabulous and  still a big favorite.


  • Let Kiera show you how to "sculpt" a 3D floral piece using cotton embossed handmade papers, distressed oxides and micro beads.


  • She will take you step by step so you can create a lovely, unique floral that has dimension and rich color.


  • This class is fun, relaxing and gives you room to be as creative as you want.  


  • All materials are provided so just arrive, put on an apron and prepare to have fun !


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Seating is limited so book now.


Seats - 12 - FULL

EMAIL KIERA HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

BEACH BLOKE/BLOKETTE

Monday - May 25th  - 9:30 - 3:30 - 65.00


  • Create a Beach Bloke (or Blokette) just in time for the summer!


  • I will take you step by step building this fun fella/female from basic shapes, showing you how to flesh him/her out and then dressing them as you wish!


  • Does this fella remind you of someone?  Would a different top or pair of sandals turn him into one of your relatives?


  • All you need is some imagination and...patience!


  • All materials provided.


(This is a longer than usual class so bring a light snack or lunch)


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Seats Available - 10 - 3  spots left

EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

Loose and Leafy

Friday - May 29th - 10:00 - 12:30 - $45.00


  • Using the wet on wet watercolor technique, we will create a loose floral and then further enhance it with weeds and leaves from right outside our door.


  • I will take you step by step from start to finish and you will end up with a lovely fresh painting completely one of a kind and unique to you.


  • We will imprint and do a bit of stamping/sponging & using spray bottles to keep things a bit "drippy"


  • All materials provided.


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Seats Available - 12 - 3 spots left


EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

SALTY SUNFLOWERS

A FAVORITE CLASS!


Monday - June 1st - 10:00 - 12:30 - $50.00.


  • Come create a loose impressionistic sunflower painting using watercolor and salt.


  • Using a limited color palette, I will take you step by step from start to finish showing you how to paint wet on wet style, layering the petals and keeping it simple.


  • All materials provided.


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Seats Available - 10 - 5 spots left

EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

FAIRY STIX IN YOUR GARDEN!

FUN NEW CLASS FOR SUMMER


Thursday - June 4th - 10:30 - 12:30 - $40.00.


  • Let your imagination fly with Erene as she guides you in making these lovely fairy sticks/magic wands perfect for your garden, flower pots or to give away as special gifts.


  •  Using beads, glass and a variety of adornments you will imagine and create a unique pair of sticks.


  • All materials are provided including 2 gift bags for your newly created treasures. 



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Seats Available - 10 - 8 spots left

EMAIL ERENE HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

SANTA MOON - WE'RE STARTING EARLY!


Monday - June 8th - 9:30- 2:30 - $65.00.


  • Well here we go again!  By popular demand I am going to start the Christmas character classes early so you can go get them scanned and printed up for your holiday card giving.  (There will be other Christmas character classes throughout the summer and fall so you can add to your card giving stash.)


  • This Santa Moon is especially great for beginners who are just starting out drawing and playing with watercolor.


  • I will take you step by step, showing you how to build this bloke from basic shapes, then you can dress him/her up as  you choose to make it truly your own.

All materials supplied


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Seats Available - 10 - 2 spots left

EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

OPEN STUDIO - PLAY TIME!


Wednesday - June 10th -10:00 - 1:00 - $30.00



  • Come in for a few hours - bring your unfinished work, or aspects of watercolor you are struggling with and I will help in whatever way you would like.


  • The coffee will be on, I'll have some energy carbs for you so come on in and enjoy a relaxing morning releasing your inner artist.


Seats available  -12 - 11 spots left


EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT

BIRDS ON A BRANCH


Friday - June 12th - 9:30 - 3:00 - $65.00



  • Come and create a bird or two just hanging out on a branch.


  • Using pencil, ink and watercolor, let me take you step by step in creating kooky birds of all sorts!


  • Make them your own - create expressions and clothing that make them truly yours!


  • The coffee will be on; I'll have some energy carbs for you so come on in and enjoy a relaxing day releasing your inner artist, improving your focus and finding out that yes, your really CAN do it!


All materials provided


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Seats available  -10 -9 spots left


EMAIL JUDI HERE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

AWESOME ABSTRACT with JUDI GILMER

Monday - June 15th - 10:00 - 3:00  - $65.00


  • For all levels of acrylic painters; beginners to more seasoned, you will gain a lot of insight in this fun class with Judy Gilmer.


  • Loosen up, paint outside the box and take home a finished piece.


  •  Build the concepts of what makes an abstract painting, free up your energy and let your creativity unfold before your eyes with Judy's expert guidance.  


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Seats Available - 12 - Open

EMAIL JUDY HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT/WAIT LIST

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