CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
Educational events for artists and art lovers
If you have questions about classes,
please contact June Knowles at [email protected].
please contact June Knowles at [email protected].
Meet Our Instructors
Elisabeth Ferber teaches painting with Acrylics and Oil
My artwork can best be described as "classical representational". I do not seek to change what is, but to paint and present it as I perceive the scene to be. I strive to create a painting that shows the beauty and character of a landscape and the life which lives there. Art is a treasured gift threefold; a privilege to create it, share it and teach it.
Artist BIO: Elisabeth Ferber is a full time artist who started painting in 1998. She was born in Belleville, Illinois but spent most of her adult life in Central Florida. Born of artistic parents and having spent much of her childhood in Europe, she was exposed to a very classical art background which in turn influenced her current style. Her landscapes are painted mostly in "plein air" on location and along with photos, used to create larger paintings. Elisabeth participates in multiple Plein air events across Florida, the US and outside of the country with other artists, most recently in New Zealand, Italy, Switzerland and Cuba. She also strives to paint in all the U.S. National Parks. After graduating from Liliedahl School of classical art instructor/teaching program in January 2009, she enjoys teaching beginner/intermediate art classes at Wekiva Island in Apopka, Polasek Museum, Winter Park and her studio in Mt. Dora, Florida. Elisabeth also does demos, commissions, team building classes and murals. |
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Maria Hormaza teaches jewelry making using bead weaving techniques
Maria E. Hormaza, Beads Royale owner and designer starter working with arts and crafts at an early age. While achieving success and recognition in the Global Travel Industry for four decades, Maria continued to create custom and unique jewelry designs as a hobby. Upon retirement, she decided to take jewelry making to a higher level, and has developed her award winning style of bead weaving using crochet technique to create jewelry with semi-precious stones, crystal beads and Seed Beads. She now creates intricate patterns for Lariats and necklaces. All designs are unique and one of a kind.
Maria is now teaching bead weaving classes using just seed beads, needle and thread you will be amazed what you can create. |
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Brenda Thompson teaches mixed media Resin and Glass art
Brenda Thompson is a dedicated resin artist whose creations elegantly showcase the interaction of color, texture, and light. She merges traditional techniques with inventive methods to produce breathtaking, unique artworks, often featuring a touch of sparkle.
Her pieces are marked by fluid movements and vibrant colors, frequently inspired by the ocean's beauty. When she’s not working in her studio, Brenda loves to share her expertise through workshops, motivating others to explore their creativity with resin. |
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The Artisans Difference
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Experience
learning and creating in a warm, friendly, motivating environment |
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Classes are limited
to 4 students so our instructors can give you personal hands-on interaction. |
What students are saying about our classes
Kumihimo Bracelet class by June Knowles: "What did you like most? Learning something new that was individually sized and was an unbelievable experience for my niece who was inspired to join another art class. This class gave her confidence, thus making me overjoyed. Loved the experience and June was so very patient. June provided written directions and enough materials to make another bracelet at home. How great is that?"
Abstract Poppies - Alcohol Ink class by Korinne Carpino: "What I like best is learning something new." "I liked the end product plus the help I got from instructor." "I would like to see more alcohol ink classes". "Good instruction and positive instructor." "What I liked the best was the encouraging instructor."
Silk Scarf Dying class by June Knowles: "It is easy and fun! I enjoyed learning all the different techniques." "Instruction included demonstration, written directions, and one on one assistance. Projects were finished and taken home."
"Beginning Alcohol Ink" class by Korinne Carpino: What I liked most from several students was: "the hands on, small class, learning new techniques, comfortable, encouraging environment and doing 4 different projects in one class."
"Inking on Mulberry Paper" class by Korinne Carpino: What I liked most was...everything! Fun class. Korinne is very encouraging and patient. Seeing the finished product looked very good. Detailed instruction with independence. Liked the experience with mulberry paper."
"Sunflower Journal" Multi-media class by Lynn Nickels: What did you like the most? Everything. What other workshops would you like to see at Artisans? Acrylics on weekdays.
"Sunflower Journal" Multi-media class by Lynn Nickels: What did you like the most? Mixed media with lost of materials. What recommendations do you have? Offer this class more often.
Kumihimo Bracelet class by June Knowles: "What did you like most? Learning something new that was individually sized and was an unbelievable experience for my niece who was inspired to join another art class. This class gave her confidence, thus making me overjoyed. Loved the experience and June was so very patient. June provided written directions and enough materials to make another bracelet at home. How great is that?"
Abstract Poppies - Alcohol Ink class by Korinne Carpino: "What I like best is learning something new." "I liked the end product plus the help I got from instructor." "I would like to see more alcohol ink classes". "Good instruction and positive instructor." "What I liked the best was the encouraging instructor."
Silk Scarf Dying class by June Knowles: "It is easy and fun! I enjoyed learning all the different techniques." "Instruction included demonstration, written directions, and one on one assistance. Projects were finished and taken home."
"Beginning Alcohol Ink" class by Korinne Carpino: What I liked most from several students was: "the hands on, small class, learning new techniques, comfortable, encouraging environment and doing 4 different projects in one class."
"Inking on Mulberry Paper" class by Korinne Carpino: What I liked most was...everything! Fun class. Korinne is very encouraging and patient. Seeing the finished product looked very good. Detailed instruction with independence. Liked the experience with mulberry paper."
"Sunflower Journal" Multi-media class by Lynn Nickels: What did you like the most? Everything. What other workshops would you like to see at Artisans? Acrylics on weekdays.
"Sunflower Journal" Multi-media class by Lynn Nickels: What did you like the most? Mixed media with lost of materials. What recommendations do you have? Offer this class more often.
Interested in joining our team of instructors?
Below is everything you will need. Contact us at [email protected] with any questions. We look forward to receiving your proposal!
Workshop Evaluation Form
| workshop_evaluation_2021-08-24.pdf |
This form can be printed, completed, scanned and emailed to [email protected].
Teacher's Forms
| instructor_handwritten_proposal_2022-07-14.pdf |
| instructor_contract_2021-06-24.pdf |
| w9.pdf |