Adult Classes
We offer private lessons and financial aid to accommodate anyone who wishes to take a class. For questions about our policies or for more information, reach out to us at office@brooklineartscenter.com
Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Mon, Jul. 7 - Sep. 1 (9 wks)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30p
Instructor: Katie McColgan (she/her)
Class Fee: $653 Materials: $55
This class focuses on developing wheelthrowing, handbuilding, and surface design techniques. Through a series of in-class exercises and projects, students will learn relief carving, coil building, advanced underglaze application methods, and basic wheelthrowing skills. This class is for students who have not taken any previous pottery & wheelthrowing classes or any wheelthrowing students looking to explore handbuilding.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Mon, Jul. 21 - Sep. 8 (8 wks)
Time: 6:00 - 9:00p
Instructor: William Valdes (they/them)
Class Fee: $523 Materials: $45
This intro level course is ideal for adults who are new to painting or looking to revisit foundational skills. Through guided exercises and live demos, students will learn to observe and interpret still life painting using charcoal, acrylic and oil paint. Emphasis on composition, color mixing, value and brush techniques. Each class will focus on a specific concept, allowing for gradual development of a solid technical foundation.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 18+
Dates: Mon, Jul. 7 - Sep. 1 (9 wks)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30p
Instructor: Laura Jaklitsch (she/her)
Class Fee: $591 Materials: $55
Make beautiful jewelry with instruction from a working artist. They will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. Stone settings, etching, and making findings will also be introduced. This class is for all levels of experience.
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Experience Level: Intermediate
Ages: 16+
Dates: Tue, Jul. 8 - Sep. 2 (9 wks)
Time: 6:30p - 9:30p
Instructor: Moon Rodríguez Diestler (he/him)
Class Fee: $653 Materials: $55
This class is structured for students who have taken the beginning wheel class or who have had an introductory experience throwing on the pottery wheel. This class will focus on further developing basic skills and techniques with demonstrations of a variety of forms, and more advanced glazing and decorating ideas
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Tue, Jul. 8 - Sep. 2 (9 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:00p
Instructor: Aria Carpenter (any/all)
Class Fee: $ 398 Materials $45
In this introductory class, students will explore the fundamentals of printmaking from stamps to linocuts. Participants will learn to carve their designs and create striking prints, developing both technical skills and creative expression.
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Experience Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Ages: 16+
Dates: Tue, Jul. 22 - Sep. 9 (8 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: William Valdes (they/them)
Class Fee: $523 Materials: $45
This course is designed for experienced painters ready to push their own practice through experimentation and personal exploration. Students will engage in a series of prompts and open ended challenges that encourage experimentation with color, layering, surface and mixed media. The first half of the course will include concept-driven exercises to expand on technical and conceptual skill. The second half will shift toward independent, student-led projects with instructor support. Ideal for artists seeking to refine their own artistic voice.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 18+
Dates: Wed, Jul. 9 - Sep. 3 (9 wks)
Time: 6:30 - 9:30p
Instructor: Laura Jaklitsch (she/her)
Class Fee: $591 Materials: $55
Make beautiful jewelry with instruction from a working artist. They will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. Stone settings, etching, and making findings will also be introduced. This class is for all levels of experience.
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Wed, Jul. 9 - Sep. 3 (9 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:00p
Instructor: Aria Carpenter (any/all)
Class Fee: $398 Materials: $45
Looking to sharpen your shadows and add some drama to your drawings? In this class, we will delve into techniques of shading and chiaroscuro, creating intense, expressive images throughout the process. We will be using a variety of drawing materials such as charcoal and ink to render images from our imagination and from the world around us.
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Wed, Jul. 9 - Aug. 6 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Rania Abdalla Kadafour (she/her)
Class Fee: $336 Materials: $45
Explore the ancient art of tapestry weaving in this class! We'll go over plain weave structure, color joining techniques, as well as different ways to add texture to your weaving. We will also learn how to weave on a frame loom, meaning that everything you learn in this class can easily be continued at home without expensive equipment. By the end, you'll go home with a tapestry weaving you can decorate your home with.
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Wed, Aug. 13 - Sep. 10 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Rania Abdalla Kadafour (she/her)
Class Fee: $336 Materials: $45
In this class, we'll be exploring the ways in which you can adopt the form of a book to create an artwork. This could be a functional book you use to draw or write in, or an artwork that uses pages, a cover, and a binding to express a concept. We will be learning binding techniques, as well as different forms your book can take, such as the accordion, scroll, zine, and more.
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Thur, Jul. 10 - Sep. 4* (9 wks)
Time: 6:30p - 9:30p
Instructor: Bee (she/her)
Class Fee: $653 Materials: $55
In this introductory class, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of both wheelthrowing and handbuilding. The teacher will provide you with step-by-step instructions and demonstrations to help you create unique clay objects. Demonstrations include cups, vases, plates, lids, throwing off the hump, and more. All levels will learn about decorating techniques. This class is for students who have not taken any previous pottery & wheelthrowing classes.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Thur, Jul. 10 - Aug. 7 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:00p
Instructor: Aria Carpenter (any/all)
Class Fee: $231 Materials $45
In this introductory class, students will explore the fundamentals of printmaking from stamps to linocuts. Participants will learn to carve their designs and create striking prints, developing both technical skills and creative expression.
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Experience Level: Intermediate, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Thur, Aug. 14 - Sep. 11 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Aria Carpenter (any/all)
Class Fee: $336 Materials $45
In this class, students will work from linoleum to woodcuts and also create non-toxic, dry point etchings. Students will explore further the techniques explored in Printmaking I. This is the perfect class for someone who has tried printmaking in the past and wants to try new techniques!
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 14+
Dates: Thur, Jun. 26 - Jul. 31* (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:30p
Instructor: Kayleigh MacDonald (she/her)
Class Fee: $284 Materials $45
Students are required to provide a DSLR camera with manual exposure options. Please email kayleigh.bacphoto@gmail.com for camera recommendations.
Embark on a journey into the world of digital photography with our comprehensive beginner's course. Whether you're a budding enthusiast or a complete novice, this class is designed to demystify the complexities of digital cameras and equip you with the skills to confidently shoot in manual mode. Throughout this engaging intensive program, you'll learn the fundamentals of exposure, composition, and lighting, laying a solid foundation for your photographic journey. From understanding the exposure triangle to mastering composition techniques, each week brings hands-on activities and practical exercises to reinforce your learning.
*No class Jul. 3
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Experience Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Ages: 14+
Dates: Thur, Aug. 7 - Sep. 4 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:30p
Instructor: Kayleigh MacDonald (she/her)
Class Fee: $284 Materials $45
This class empowers intermediate/advanced photographers to create a compelling documentary photo project about a community or concept of personal significance. Through immersive exploration and hands-on guidance, students will learn the history of documentary photography while engaging in discussions around the ethical considerations of this genre. They will cultivate the skills and vision necessary to propose and execute a compelling documentary photo project.
This class is for students who feel familiar with a DSLR camera. Students are required to provide a DSLR camera with manual exposure options and a tripod. Please email kayleigh.bacphoto@gmail.com if you are in need of a tripod, we will do our best to accommodate your request. BAC's tripod supply is limited.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Fri, Aug. 1 - Aug. 29 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Archie Snow (they/them)
Class Fee: $375 Materials: $55
Come explore the world of pottery! This intensive is perfect for people who are curious about working with clay or want to get more experience. We'll cover the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel, trimming, and glazing our pots, and students will walk away with a beautiful piece of art that they can use in their everyday life.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Fri, Aug. 1 - Aug. 29 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 8:00p
Instructor: Aria Carpenter (any/all)
Class Fee: $231 Materials: $45
Looking to sharpen your shadows and add some drama to your drawings? In this intensive, we will delve into techniques of shading and chiaroscuro, creating intense, expressive images throughout the process. We will be using a variety of drawing materials such as charcoal and ink to render images from our imagination and from the world around us.
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sat, Jul. 12 - Sep. 6 (9 wks)
Time: 10:00a - 1:00p
Instructor: Moon Rodríguez Diestler (he/him)
Class Fee: $653 Materials $55
In this introductory class, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of both wheelthrowing and handbuilding. The teacher will provide you with step-by-step instructions and demonstrations to help you create unique clay objects. Demonstrations include cups, vases, plates, lids, throwing off the hump, and more. All levels will learn about decorating techniques. This class is for students who have not taken any previous pottery & wheelthrowing classes.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 18+
Dates: Sat, Aug. 2 - Aug. 30 (5 wks)
Time: 10:00a - 1:00p
Instructor: Laura Jaklitsch (she/her)
Class Fee: $341 Materials: $55
Make beautiful jewelry with instruction from a working artist. They will guide you to shape, polish, solder, pierce, etch and embellish jewelry in copper and brass. Stone settings, etching, and making findings will also be introduced. This class is for all levels of experience.
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Experience Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sat, Jun. 21 - Jul. 26* (5 wks)
Time: 10:00a - 1:00p
Instructor: Reba Nehring (they/them)
Class Fee: $336 Materials: $45
This course is designed for experienced painters ready to push their own practice through experimentation and personal exploration. Students will engage in a series of prompts and open ended challenges that encourage experimentation with color, layering, surface and mixed media. The first half of the course will include concept-driven exercises to expand on technical and conceptual skill. The second half will shift toward independent, student-led projects with instructor support. Ideal for artists seeking to refine their own artistic voice.
*No class Jul. 5
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sat, Aug. 9 - Sep. 6 (5 wks)
Time: 10:00a - 12:00p
Instructor: Reba Nehring (they/them)
Class Fee: $231 Materials: $45
This intro level course is ideal for adults who are new to painting or looking to revisit foundational skills. Through guided exercises and live demos, students will learn to observe and interpret still life painting using charcoal, acrylic and oil paint. Emphasis on composition, color mixing, value and brush techniques.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sat, Aug. 9 - Sep. 6 (5 wks)
Time: 1:00p - 4:00p
Instructor: Reba Nehring (they/them)
Class Fee: $336 Materials: $45
Students will gain a basic material understanding of drawing and painting methods as we spend time outside painting the landscape. Students will learn about plein air techniques and painting and drawing from observation. Easels, stools, and art materials will be provided.
Students will meet at BAC and travel directly outside to Monmouth Park.
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Experience Level: Beginner, All Levels
Ages: 14+
Dates: Sat, Aug. 2 - Aug. 30 (5 wks)
Time: 2:00p - 4:00p
Instructor: Kayleigh MacDonald (she/her)
Class Fee: $231 Materials $45
Explore the captivating world of cyanotype photography in this intensive 5-week workshop. Cyanotype is a method of producing blue prints from light-sensitive chemicals. Throughout this class, you'll learn the fundamentals of cyanotype processes and journey into advanced lessons such as toning, experimental substrates, and mixed media. This is a fun, experimental class open to beginners and beyond!
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sat, Jul. 19 - Aug. 16 (5 wks)
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Archie Snow (they/them)
Class Fee: $375 Materials: $55
Come explore the world of pottery! This intensive is perfect for people who are curious about working with clay or want to get more experience. We'll cover the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel, trimming, and glazing our pots, and students will walk away with a beautiful piece of art that they can use in their everyday life.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: Beginner
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sun, Jun. 22 - Aug 24 (10 wks)
Time: 10:00a - 1:00p
Instructor: Kylie Marden (she/her)
Class Fee: $723 Materials: $55
In this introductory class, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of both wheelthrowing and handbuilding. The teacher will provide you with step-by-step instructions and demonstrations to help you create unique clay objects. Demonstrations include cups, vases, plates, lids, throwing off the hump, and more. All levels will learn about decorating techniques. This class is for students who have not taken any previous pottery & wheelthrowing classes.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Experience Level: All Levels
Ages: 16+
Dates: Sun, Jul. 13 - Aug. 10 (5 wks)
Time: 1:30p - 4:30p
Instructor: Kylie Marden (she/her)
Class Fee: $375 Materials $55
Come explore the world of pottery! This intensive is perfect for people who are curious about working with clay or want to get more experience. We'll cover the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel, trimming, and glazing our pots, and students will walk away with a beautiful piece of art that they can use in their everyday life.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
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Ages: 16+
Time: 6:00p - 9:00p
Instructor: Archie Snow (they/them)
Class Fee: $375 Materials: $55
Session 1: Sun, Jun. 22 - Jul. 20 (5 wks)
Experience Level: Beginner
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Session 2: Sun, Aug. 3 - Aug. 31 (5 wks)
Experience Level: All Levels
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Come explore the world of pottery! This intensive is perfect for people who are curious about working with clay or want to get more experience. We'll cover the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel, trimming, and glazing our pots, and students will walk away with a beautiful piece of art that they can use in their everyday life.
Please expect 6-8 weeks after your session to receive all of your fired work. A team member will contact you when your work is ready to pick up.
Summer 2025