The Stonington Community Center offers a vibrant array of art programs designed for adults looking to explore their creativity, enhance their skills, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Our classes cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced artists, and provide a supportive environment to foster artistic growth.

Participants can choose from a variety of mediums, including painting, pottery, drawing, and mixed media. Led by experienced instructors, each program emphasizes hands-on learning and personal expression, allowing individuals to develop their unique artistic voice.

Whether you’re looking to unwind with a relaxing painting session, dive into the technical aspects of pottery, or experiment with innovative art techniques, our adult art programs provide the perfect opportunity to unleash your creativity. Join us to create, learn, and connect with others in a welcoming community that celebrates art and self-expression.

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

In partnership with the Mystic Museum of Art, join artist educator Carol Mann to learn how to paint in watercolor. MMoA educators bring unique perspectives, skills, and expertise, and we are excited to offer Watercolor Explorations, the first of many collaborative art programs at the Stonington COMO’s Makerspace.

Watercolor is a versatile, expressive medium that is easy to learn but can take a lifetime to master. Students will learn to create a garden or nature journal, illustrate a travel diary, or design one-of-a-kind greeting cards. This class covers the basics of laying flat and graded washes, achieving the right pigment-to-water ratio, and using various tools and techniques to create texture and interest. Students will use still life and landscape as subject matter while reviewing fundamental principles of composition and color. All supplies are provided, although participants may want to bring a small paper pad for notes and preliminary sketches. This class is suitable for beginners and intermediates—no prior experience required.

Member: $220.00 | Non-Member: $250.00

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Ages 18+)
January 8 – February 5 | February 19 – March 19

In this class, you will learn to accurately represent the physical world as a two-dimensional image by studying the shapes within a form and the interplay of light and shadow on the object. We will explore various mark making techniques using graphite pencils and learn the elements of composition and perspective. Give it a try; it will change the way you see the world!

Member: $220.00 | Non-Member: $250.00