Classes are held if the minimum number of students specified by the instructor are enrolled; most classes also have a maximum enrollment. We suggest you sign up early. Use the "signup for a class" link above to signup online.
Class fees and Materials fees, if any, are due no later than the 'register by' date included in the class description and payable to the Isle of Wight Arts League. Convenient online payment options for Class Fee and Materials Fees (if any) are included below the class description. IWAL Members Class Fee rate is for Members of the Isle of Wight Arts League, otherwise select Non-members option. Materials fees may also be paid on line using the Materials Fee button.
Parents / guardians: For safety considerations, you must accompany your child into the Arts Center at the beginning of class and pick up your child from the Center. Children will only be released from the Center to a parent or guardian.
If you feel unwell or have a fever on the day of class, please contact us by phone and do not attend the session. Your class fees will be applied to a future class or refunded.
Absolutely Beginner Painting with Acrylics January 28, 29 and 30, 2026 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 to 3 PM Instructor: Athena A. Rhodes Have you ever wanted to paint but didn’t know where to start? This 3-day beginner-friendly acrylic painting class is perfect for you! ✨ No experience necessary – even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before. ✨ Step-by-step guidance in a fun, relaxed setting. ✨ Learn the basics of acrylics, color mixing, brush techniques, and composition. ✨ Complete your very own finished painting to take home and be proud of. By the end of this class, you’ll not only have a beautiful painting, but also the confidence and skills to keep creating. Instructor supplied materials include brushes, paint and canvas. Class Fee is $75 for Members ($85 for Non-members) plus a Materials fee of $25. Register by January 26, 2026 to reserve a seat in this class. Ages 16 and up. Maximum 8 students.
February Intermediate Painting with Acrylics
February 18, 19 and 20, 2026
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 to 3 PM
Instructor: Athena A. Rhodes Learn to paint with acrylics on canvas with three consecutive 2-hour sessions. No Experience Necessary! You will learn basic techniques of color mixing, brushwork and more, all suited to the featured painting. Build on skills learned in each class. Instructor supplied materials include brushes, paint and canvas.
Class Fee is $75 for Members ($85 for Non-members) plus a Materials fee of $25.
Register and pay by February 16, 2026 to reserve a seat in this class. Maximum 8 students
Absolutely Beginner Painting with Acrylics February 25, 26 and 27, 2026 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 to 3 PM Instructor: Athena A. Rhodes Have you ever wanted to paint but didn’t know where to start? This 3-day beginner-friendly acrylic painting class is perfect for you! ✨ No experience necessary – even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush before. ✨ Step-by-step guidance in a fun, relaxed setting. ✨ Learn the basics of acrylics, color mixing, brush techniques, and composition. ✨ Complete your very own finished painting to take home and be proud of. By the end of this class, you’ll not only have a beautiful painting, but also the confidence and skills to keep creating. Instructor supplied materials include brushes, paint and canvas. Class Fee is $75 for Members ($85 for Non-members) plus a Materials fee of $25. Register by February 23, 2026 to reserve a seat in this class. Ages 16 and up. Maximum 8 students.
March Intermediate Painting with Acrylics
March 11, 12 and 13, 2026
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 to 3 PM
Instructor: Athena A. Rhodes Learn to paint with acrylics on canvas with three consecutive 2-hour sessions. No Experience Necessary! You will learn basic techniques of color mixing, brushwork and more, all suited to the featured painting. Build on skills learned in each class. Instructor supplied materials include brushes, paint and canvas.
Class Fee is $75 for Members ($85 for Non-members) plus a Materials fee of $25.
Register and pay by March 10, 2026 to reserve a seat in this class. Maximum 8 students