Registration is open for art classes at the Art Center at Ambler. There are a series of classes scheduled to start in January and February that run for up to eight weeks, along with workshops that last from two to four days. There is something for every age and skill level. Registration is available online.

The Art Center at Ambler strives to uphold its organizational mission by providing professional, inclusive access to art resources, education, and community to intergenerational audiences throughout Montgomery County. 

There’s still time to register for these upcoming workshops:

35mm Camera and Cellphone Photography
Instructor: George Johnson
Mondays – 12:30PM-3:00PM
8 weeks, Jan 9-Feb 27

This combined class will explain the settings of the 35mm digital camera and how to get proper exposures for better control of your photography, and how to use settings in your cell phone camera. 

We will discuss the different styles of photography and well-known photographers. Class assignments for better composition and how to format your photos for different social media cropping will be given. We’ll also cover downloading free camera software for computers, laptops, and your cell phones. 

All students will select 1 class photography project to enlarge for 8×10 display print.    

Ceramic Hand Building and Sculpture – Morning
Instructor: Michele Laverty
Tuesdays – 9:30AM-12:00PM
8 weeks, Jan 10-Feb 28

Expand your creative spirit by playing with clay. Get comfortable with clay as a medium in hand building and sculpture. We will explore forms, texture, surface decoration and glazes. All skill levels and abilities are welcome.

Ceramic Hand Building and Sculpture – Afternoon
Instructor: Michele Laverty
Days: Thursdays – 12:30PM-3:00PM
Class Dates: 8 weeks, Jan 12- Mar 2

Expand your creative spirit by playing with clay. Get comfortable with clay as a medium in hand building and sculpture. We will explore forms, texture, surface decoration and glazes. All skill levels and abilities are welcome.

Relaxing Drawing
Instructor: Violet Sterling
Tuesdays – 1:00PM-3:30PM
8 weeks, Jan 10-Feb 28

This class is designed to increase your creative spirit and decrease your stress! Join Violet in a slow-paced gentle drawing class. All skill levels and abilities are welcome!

Wheel Throwing – Morning
Instructor: Ann Ransford
Wednesdays – 9:00AM-12:00PM
8 weeks, Jan 11- Mar 1

Have you always wanted to learn how to throw clay on the potter’s wheel? Learn about different clay bodies, how to center your clay on the wheel and make bowls and cylinders.

Wheel Throwing – Afternoon
Instructor: Ann Ransford
Wednesdays – 12:30PM-3:30PM
8 weeks, Jan 11- Mar 1

Have you always wanted to learn how to throw clay on the potter’s wheel? Learn about different clay bodies, how to center your clay on the wheel and make bowls and cylinders.

Watercolor Basics
Instructor: Pauline Braun
Wednesdays – 9:30AM-12:00PM
8 weeks, Jan 11-Mar 8. No class Feb 8

This class reviews the basics of color theory, techniques, and design principles. Beginners and advanced artists are welcome.

Watercolor Basics & Beyond
Instructor: Pauline Braun
Wednesdays – 12:30PM-3:00PM
8 weeks, Jan 11-Mar 8. No class Feb 8

In this more advanced class, we will delve into the depths of color theory, techniques, and design principles.

Mosaics for Everyone!
Instructor: Ann Ransford
Thursdays – 9:30PM-12:00PM
6 weeks, Jan 12-Feb 16

Learn to make and glaze ceramic tiles for your very own mounted and grouted mosaic piece. Make a trivet, wall hanging, address plaque or small tabletop.

ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT! – HOLIDAY BREAK WORKSHOP for Ages 10-15
Instructor: Emma Connor
4 days – Tuesday-Friday – Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30
10:00AM-11:30AM

Give kids ages 10-15 something creative and fun during the Holiday break. They will complete two unique paintings over 4 days – one themed for winter, and the other for New Year’s Eve. Step-by-step instruction including sketching; painting basics; line techniques; water reflections, and adding final touches to make the paintings pop!

Watercolor A to Z
Instructor: Ann Brennan
Mondays – 10:00AM-12:00PM
8 weeks, Feb 6-Mar 27

The class is designed with both the beginner and advanced watercolorist in mind. It will cover everything you need to know to become more comfortable using watercolor!

2-Day Workshop
Mixed Media Magic with Collage
Instructor: Linnie Greenberg
Thursday and Friday, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Class Dates: February 16 & 17

Spark your imagination and learn how to think differently in this 2-day workshop filled with art play and art making, using mixed media as a starting point. We’ll focus on basic mixed media tricks, post-modern techniques and trends, create our own decorative papers and make several unique pieces of art.