Book Reading of Friend, Foe, or Family with author, Deborah Clark Friday, May 17 4-5pm Book signing to immediately follow at Chapters Bookshop Free event, books will be available for purchase A collection of ten stories, all set in a fictional place called Highlands County, Friend, Foe, or Family “creates a community of characters and shared culture that, while part [...]

Needle Felted Bird of the Month Instructor: Jonni McGuire Art4Life Programming Dates: Cardinal | Thursday, January 17 | 5:30-8pm Chikadee |  Thursday, February 21 | 5:30-8pm Bluebird | Thursday, March 21 | 10am-12:30 Robin | Thursday, April 18 | 10am-12:30 Hummingbird | Thursday, May 16 | 10am-12:30 Gold Finch | Thursday, June 20 | 10am-12:30 Swan | Thursday, July 18 [...]

Woven Egg Basket  Instructor: Diane Parker Dates: Tuesday & Thursday |  August 20 & August 22 Time: 9am-1pm Class Fee: $104 Material Fee: $25* Students will weave their own 10” multi-colored Appalachian style egg basket using hoop construction and a four-point lashing system.  Use this completed basket to carry your eggs or as an artistic show piece.   *Materials Fee [...]

Woodworking Safety Course Instructor: Woodworking Studio Safety Captain Dates: First Tuesdays of Every Month Time: 5:30-8pm Class Fee: $10 If you would like to come to an open studio  at the woodworking studio you are required to take the woodworking safety course before attending. This class review the main machinery in the shop, how to follow safety procedures and rules […]

Rug Hooking Instructor: Mary Henck Date: Saturday, July 20 Time: 10am-3pm Class Fee: $52.00 Materials Fee: $45 payable to Instructor CASH ONLY Skill: Beginner, Age: 14+ Students will learn the basic techniques of traditional rug hooking using strips of wool fabric hooked into linen background.  Students will work on a 12” x 12” piece of linen fabric that can be […]

Build a Step Stool Instructor: Mark Whittle Date: Tuesday, June 11 Time: 5-8pm Class Fee: $44 Materials $25 Skill: Beginner, Ages: 18+   Want to learn some basic woodworking skills and make something everyone needs? Mark will walk the beginner woodworker through the steps on building a useful step stool with power tools in the CCSA woodworking studio. Machinery would [...]

Introduction to Wheel Throwing Instructor: Rachael McKenzie Dates: Saturday, June 8 & 22 | 9am-3pm plus open studio time Class Fee: $130 Material Fee: $25 for clay to CCSA Learn step-by-step how to make your own creations on the pottery wheel. With her guidance and your open studio pass, you will have studio time between classes to practice and hone [...]

Paint Party: Spring Floral Bouquet Art4Life Programming Instructor: Amy Jackson Date: Tuesday, May 21 Time: 1-2:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Materials: Included Learn how to paint a variety of flowers using bold beautiful colors during this paint party! Amy walks you through step by step how to create an original acrylic masterpiece! All Ages & Abilities Welcome. Other Classes You May Be [...]

Handbuilt Pottery Tray Art4Life Programming Instructor: Amy Jackson Date: Wednesday, May 22 Time: 1-2:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Materials: $2.50 for clay & glazing Hand build a clay tray for the dad in your life (or whoever)! We will learn hand building techniques. Students can return for an open studio to glaze their piece if they wish. All Ages & Abilities [...]

Two Pie Woven Basket  Instructor: Diane Parker Dates: Tuesday & Thursday |  July 16 & 18 Time: 9am-1pm Class Fee: $104 Material Fee: $25* Learn to weave this rectangular basket large enough to carry two delicious pies to your next outing! With a large sturdy handle you can carry any number of items in this spacious basket. *Materials Fee covers [...]

Build, Weave, & Take a Seat! Instructor: Christina Boy Dates: Saturday, June 8 | 9am-5pm & Sunday June 9 | 10am-5pm Second Weekend Saturday June 22 |10am-4pm & Sunday June 23 | 10am-1pm Class Fee: $314 Materials Fee: $60 payable to instructor, CASH ONLY Skill: Beginner, Age: 18+ In this 4 day class students will learn basic woodworking skills such as [...]

Wet Felted Soap Instructor: Karen Bopp Art4Life Programming Dates: Tuesday, May 7 Time: 1-2:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Using the technique of wet felting (the agitation of wool roving fibers with water and pressure) you will learn how to encase your favorite soap bar creating an exfoliating beauty.  Keep it for your own spa day or give it to a loved [...]

Kumihimo Braid with Beads  Instructor: Juanita Finger Date: Saturday, September 7 Time: 9am-12pm Class Fee: $39 Materials Fee: $30 Beading Kit Learn how to create a gorgeous Kumihimo beaded bracelet! Juanita will walk you through this Japanese art form and how to embellish your piece with beads. Beading kits  include materials for a 7" wrist with extra beads to make [...]

Woodturning | Wet Bowl  Instructor: Morris Schlesinger Saturday, May 18 | 8 - 11:30 am Class Fee $49 Materials Fee to CCSA $25.00 Skill Level:  must have taken previous wood turning class Age: 18+ MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 19th Students will learn how to go from a rough log blank to a rough bowl suitable for drying.  Lathe speed and [...]

Paint Party Fundraiser Pop Art Pet Portrait Instructor: Amy Jackson Date: Saturday, May 18 Time: 12-2pm Cost: $40 (includes materials) Where: Dog Daze Grooming Salon 966 E. Stuart Drive, Galax, VA Maximum 25   Chestnut Creek School of the Arts and Dog Daze are teaming together for a fundraiser for the Galax Animal Shelter. You will paint a fun and [...]

Woodturning | Lidded Boxes Instructor: Morris Schlesinger Saturday, May 4 | 1 - 5 pm Class Fee: $56 Materials Fee to CCSA: $25.00 Skill Level:  must have taken previous wood turning class Age: 18+ Only 3 spots left!  Now that you know the basics of wood turning on a lathe take your skills to the next level by learning to [...]

Paint a Barn Quilt Instructor: Nancy White Date: Tuesday, May 14 Time: 10am-3pm Class Fee: $52 Materials Fee: $30 Skill: All, Age: 16+ No experience needed!  Barn quilts have been decorating our landscapes for generations.  Create your own barn quilt (1ft. square or 2 ft. square).  This is an outdoor art piece that can be mounted on a barn, house, […]

This Class has been cancelled. Plein Air Oil Painting Instructor: Viktoria Majestic Date: Saturday, May 11 Times: 9am -3pm Place: Matthews Farm Class Fee: $78 Materials: Click HERE for the supply list Join Viktoria as she simplifies the process of creating dynamic landscape paintings in oil.  Working from dark to light, learn how to simplify your subject matter to produce [...]

July Double Bevel Marquetry Instructor: Kit Holland Date: Tuesday, July 9 Time: 9am-1pm Class Fee: $56 Materials: Will be provided by instructor Skill Level: Beginner, Age: 12+| Some woodworking experience desired Learn how to use a variety of tools and techniques to create wood inlays. This class combines the use of double bevel marquetry with inlay techniques.   Double bevel is […]

Wire Wrapped Earrings Art4Life Programming Instructor: Elizabeth Alexander Date: Tuesday, May 28 Time: 1-2:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Materials: Included Transform some wire and a few sparkly beads to create earrings you will be proud to wear and show off or give to a loved one.  You will learn to wrap wire forming the base of your wrapped beads as well [...]

Explore the Arts Kids Camp | Space Instructors: TBD Dates: Monday, June 24, Tuesday, June 25, Thursday, June 27, & Friday, June 28 Time: 9am-12pm Camp Fee: $150/child Ages: 4-11 years old This summer, join Chestnut Creek School of the Arts for adventuress, hands-on projects each day, students will get messy exploring the arts through the lens of each week’s [...]

June Intro to Woodturning Tools Instructor: Morris Schlesinger Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 23  | 2 - 4 pm Open Studio: Thursday, June 6, 13, 20, 25 | 2 - 4 pm Class Fee: $168 Materials Fee: $25 to CCSA Skill Level: Beginner, 18+ This class is a great introduction to the world of turning, a skill that can be [...]

QiGong Instructor: Donna Ellis Dates: Wednesdays, April 24, May 1, 8, & 15 Time: 6-7pm Cost:  $48/4 classes Materials: Bring your own yoga mat, blocks and strap, or borrow ours at no cost! * Must commit to these 4 dates, no walkins. Sampler QiGong Classes will be offered ever 1st Wednesday of the month from 5-5:30pm with consultations until 5:45pm. [...]

Photography Basics: Framing Shots with People Instructor: Derrick Parker Date: Saturday, May 11 Time: 11am-3pm Class Fee: $52 Materials: Bring your own digital camera Skill: All, Age: 16+ In this class students will learn more advanced framing techniques including "Rule of Thirds" to create more interesting photos. Students will use this knowledge shooting outdoors during the Matthews Farm Family Fun [...]

Woodturning | Dry Bowl Instructor: Morris Schlesinger Saturday, May 18 | 12:30 - 4:30pm Class Fee: $56 Materials Fee to CCSA $25.00 Skill Level:  must have taken previous wood turning class Age: 18+ MUST REGISTER BEFORE APRIL 19th Students will take a dried, rough bowl and turn to finish using different techniques and tools.  Lathe speed and tool control will [...]

May Advanced Song Writing Workshop Instructor: Terry Gleason Date: Mondays, May 6, 13, & 20 Time: 6:30-8pm Class Fee: $5/session Skill: All, Age: Any We’ll really hone your craft and show you to use the magic of music and the power of words to turn your good songs into great songs. Every session will include song swaps and some jamming [...]

Carve a Comfort Bird Instructor: Joy Choate Date: Friday, June 14 Time: 10am-5pm Class Fee: $78 Material Fee: TBD Skill: All, Age: 16+ Learn to carve basic, yet creative tiny wood sculptures, Comfort Birds.  Use simple tools and find the zen of carving with your hands.  Each piece has a personality all its own. What is a “comfort bird”?  Wood […]

Beginning Stained Glass Instructor: Ron Davis Date: Tuesdays, April 30, May 7, 21, & 28 Time: 2:00-4:00 pm Class Fee: $104 Material Fee: $10, additional glass available for purchase Skill Level: Beginner, Age 18+ In this beginner stained glass workshop you will learn all the steps required to complete a flat stained glass panel using the copper foil method.  This […]

QiGong Instructor: Donna Ellis Dates: Wednesdays, May 22, 29, June 5 & 12 Time: 6-7pm Cost:  $48/4 classes Materials: Bring your own yoga mat, blocks and strap, or borrow ours at no cost! * Must commit to these 4 dates, no walkins. Sampler QiGong Classes will be offered ever 1st Wednesday of the month from 5-5:30pm with consultations until 5:45pm. [...]

Woven Flag Tote Basket  Instructor: Diane Parker Dates: Tuesday & Thursday |  May 21 & 23 Time: 9am-1pm Class Fee: $104 Material Fee: $25* Show your patriotic spirit by weaving the red and blue stripes into this utilitarian rectangle tote basket.  With a sturdy handle you can bring all you need just in time for Memorial Day festivities (as well [...]

Precious Metal Clay Earrings or Pendant Instructor: Beth Behrhorst Date: Saturday, May 25 Time: 11:00 am-3:00 pm Class Fee: $52.00 Materials Fee: $25.00 to instructor Skill level:  beginning, Age: 16+ You will learn to roll, texture and dry clay then pick a template for the size and shape of earring you prefer.  After firing and polishing, you will leave wearing [...]

Explore the Arts Kids Camp | Farm Instructors: TBD Dates: Monday, July 22, Tuesday, July 23, Thursday, July 25, & Friday, July 26 Time: 9am-12pm Camp Fee: $150/child Ages: 4-11 years old This summer, join Chestnut Creek School of the Arts for adventuress, hands-on projects each day, students will get messy exploring the arts through the lens of each week’s [...]

Introduction to Scroll Saw Instructor: Kit Holland Date: Tuesday, June 18 Time: 9am-12pm Class Fee: $42 Material Fee: Instructor will provide wood and required tools Skill Level: Beginner, Age: 12+ This class introduces the student to the use of a scroll saw. An overview of the saw and all the adjustments that can be made, blade selection, wood selection, cutting [...]

Polymer Clay Earrings Instructor: Amanda Bolen Date: Saturday, May 18 Time : 1-5pm Class Fee: $52 Material Fee: $15 to instructor Skill: All, Age: 16+ Sculpt a one-of-a-kind pair of earrings for yourself or give them as a gift. Learn how to make jewelry using polymer clay and copper wire. Learn the ins and outs of working with this man [...]

3D Stained Glass Jewelry Box Instructor: Ron Davis Dates: Tuesdays, July 9, 26, 23 Times: 5:30-7:30pm Class Fee: $78 Materials Fee: $10, additional glass and solder may be purchased separately Skill: Intermediate, Age: 16+ Here is a great way to create unique, handmade gifts for birthdays and holidays!  Students will learn how to make a stained-glass box and the size/shape/design […]

Photography Basics: Macro in the Field Instructor: Derrick Parker Date: Saturday, June 15 Time: 11am-3pm Class Fee: $52 Materials: Bring your digital camera Skill: All, Age: 16+ Students will meet off campus to photograph nature. After Learning about the different lenses, settings- including depth of field, and how to work with a tripod, students will practice taking the perfect up-close […]

Open Studio for Life Drawing Dates: March 9, May 4, July 13, September 14, & November 9 Times: 1-3pm Open Studio: $10/ 2 hour session Materials: Bring your own preference! Skill: ALL, Age: 14+ Join us for a new open studio: LIFE DRAWING! We will meet in Studio 203 every other month on the second Saturday, starting March 9th. This [...]

Double Bevel Marquetry Instructor: Kit Holland Date: Saturday, May 11 Time: 12-4pm Class Fee: $56 Materials: Will be provided by instructor Skill Level: Beginner, Age: 12+| Some woodworking experience desired MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 11th! Learn how to use a variety of tools and techniques to create wood inlays. This class combines the use of double bevel marquetry with inlay [...]

Watercolor Botanicals Series Instructor: Amy Jackson Dates: Roses & Carnations | February 9 | 12-3pm Fresh Herbs | April 13 | 12-3pm SOLD OUT- please call to be put on the waiting list 276.236.3500 Tree Varieties | June 15 | 12-3pm Floral Wreaths | August 10 | 12-3pm Pumpkins & Gourds | October 12 | 12-3pm Holly & Pine | [...]

Photography Basics: Camera & Still Life Instructor: Derrick Parker Date: Saturday, May 4 Time: 11am-3pm Class Fee: $52 Materials: Bring your digital camera Skill: All, Age: 16+ Students will learn the ins and outs of choosing the right camera for them including what features to look for to match their photography style. Students will also learn the basics of composition [...]

Woven Wine Basket  Instructor: Diane Parker Dates: Tuesday & Thursday |  June 18 & 20 Time: 9am-1pm Class Fee: $104 Material Fee: $25* Learn to weave this rectangular basket large enough to carry 2 bottles of wine comfortably.  This basket has a woven divider to keep the bottles secure as well as a large sturdy handle for carrying ease. *Materials [...]

Handsaw Sharpening Instructor: Richard Moore Date: Saturday, May 25 Time: 9am-6pm Class Fee: $112 Materials: No Fee Skill: All, Age: 18+ Sharpening a handsaw is a necessary skill for anyone interested in hand tool woodworking. Why send it off to someone and have to wait when you can just do it yourself? The tools for doing this are fairly inexpensive [...]

Stained Glass II Basics Instructor: Ron Davis Dates: Tuesdays, June 11, 18, & 25 Time: 5:30-7:30 pm Class Fee: $78 Material Fee: $10, additional glass available for purchase Skill Level: Beginner, Age 18+ This class is for students who have completed a beginning stained glass class.  In this class students will build on skills learned in the beginning class.  The […]

Build a Dulcimer Instructor: Chris Testerman Dates: Saturdays & Sundays, June 15, 16, 22, 23 Times: 12pm-5pm Class Fee: $280 Materials Fee: $100 Skill: All, Age: 18+ Build a beautiful cedar top with black walnut sides and finger board mountain dulcimer. You will learn how to design and build the body of your dulcimer proportionally, correct fretwork, and you may [...]

Lidded Pottery Bowl Art4Life Programming Instructor: Rachael McKenzie Date: Wednesday, May 22 Time: 4-5:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Materials: $2.50 for clay & glazing Hand build a clay bowl with a lid  for the dad in your life (or whoever)! We will learn hand building techniques. Students can return for an open studio to glaze their piece if they wish. All [...]

Handsaw Skills Instructor: Richard Moore Date: Sunday, May 26 Time: 10am-5pm Class Fee: $84 Materials: $10 Skill: All, Age: 18+ Handsaws: their use and abuse. In conjunction with the handsaw sharpening workshop, handsaws their use and abuse is an important part of improving your hand tool skills. We will talk about how to choose the right saw for the job [...]

Explore the Arts Kids Camp | Ocean Instructors: TBD Dates: Monday, July 8, Tuesday, July 9, Thursday, July 11, & Friday, July 12 Time: 9am-12pm Camp Fee: $150/child Ages: 4-11 years old This summer, join Chestnut Creek School of the Arts for adventuress, hands-on projects each day, students will get messy exploring the arts through the lens of each week’s [...]

Simply Beaded Bracelet Instructor: Juanita Finger Date: Saturday, September 7 Time: 1-4pm Class Fee: $39 Material Fee: $30 Bead Kit Beading is represented in every culture and in every time period. This exciting art form is having a revitalization currently around the world. Bead-weaving is just one type of this art form. Two stitches will be taught in this class, [...]

Double Bevel Marquetry Instructor: Kit Holland Date: Tuesday, July 9 Time: 9am-12pm Class Fee: $56 Materials: Will be provided by instructor Skill Level: Beginner, Age: 12+| Some woodworking experience desired Learn how to use a variety of tools and techniques to create wood inlays. This class combines the use of double bevel marquetry with inlay techniques.   Double bevel is the [...]

Swing | Dance Lesson Art4Life Programming Instructor: Troy Robbins Date: Wednesday, May 29 Time: 1-2:30pm Class Fee: $7.50 Jazz your dance moves up with learning the basic steps to swing dance! Troy walks you through the rhythm and flow of this fun dance, no partner necessary! All Ages & Abilities Welcome. Other Classes You May Be Interested In: .vc_custom_1419240516480{background-color: #f9f9f9 [...]