Join renowned artist Catherine Hillis for an exhilarating 2-day plein air watercolor workshop tailored for beginner-intermediate and advanced students. Enhance your outdoor painting skills amidst nature's beauty with expert guidance. Discover the art of painting "en plein air," where you'll capture landscapes directly from your surroundings. Catherine will help you select the perfect equipment to match your style and choose ideal locations for painting. In this class, you'll gain practical insights on setting up your workspace and Hillis will show you how to follow structured steps in order to create vibrant watercolors. We will explore diverse subjects, like landscapes, gardens, and marshes while mastering composition and perspective. Enjoy daily onsite demonstrations that provide practical guidance and inspiration.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Catherine Hillis
Cost: $380
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Discover the mesmerizing world of fluid acrylics, where color, movement, and creativity collide! In this no experience necessary workshop, you’ll explore the captivating art of poured acrylic painting—a process that’s as freeing as it is fascinating. Watch as vibrant paints flow, swirl, and blend across the canvas, creating stunning organic shapes, intricate patterns, and dreamlike landscapes that seem to appear by magic. But the pour is just the beginning! You’ll experiment with a variety of additives, tools, and techniques to influence how the paint moves and interacts, learning how to guide the flow while still embracing its natural spontaneity. The focus will be on refining and enhancing your results—transforming each pour into a finished, visually striking work of art!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Alex Sharma
Cost: $100 + $20 for supplies
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Discover the joy of creativity and self-expression in this inspiring 2-hour Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop with instructor Denise Palmer, owner of Calilou Clay Modern Jewelry. Perfect for friends, mothers and daughters, or anyone looking to explore a new artistic medium, this class offers a fun and welcoming environment where imagination meets craftsmanship. Under Denise’s expert guidance, you’ll learn the essential techniques for working with polymer clay—from conditioning and color blending to shaping, texturing, and finishing your pieces with a professional touch. You’ll design and handcraft your own stunning, lightweight, one-of-a-kind jewelry that reflects your personal style. Students should bring $20 cash for materials.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Denise Palmer
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Unleash your creativity in a fun, relaxed studio setting where you can paint your way! Choose your favorite medium—oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, or colored pencil—and dive into new projects or bring along unfinished pieces to refine. Enjoy as much one-on-one guidance from Dennis as you like, plus technique tips and helpful critiques to elevate your work. Whether your style leans toward realism, impressionism, or bold modern expression, this open painting session is your space to explore, create, and grow.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Dennis Lake
Cost: $100 or $50 per week
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Join us for Layers of Life, a creative class inspired by Debi West’s current exhibit at the Art League Gallery. Together we’ll explore how the elements of art, merged with drawing, painting, and text, can unfold into powerful visual stories. Come create your own layered artwork and let your story of life emerge on the canvas! No experience needed! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Join Art League instructor and mosaic artist Ryan McGivern for an inspiring half-day workshop where you’ll design and create a stunning mosaic address sign for your home using glass, stones, and unique found materials. Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on class will guide you through every step—from planning your design to assembling and finishing your personalized piece. Ryan’s approachable teaching style and creative expertise make this workshop both fun and rewarding, leaving you with a beautiful, durable mosaic sign that adds a touch of artistry and personality to your home’s exterior. Don’t miss this chance to craft something truly one-of-a-kind! The instructor will grout the works and have them ready for pick up Friday, May 8th (10am to 2pm).
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Ryan McGivern
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Collage to Canvas is a fast-paced, inspiring day of artistic exploration designed for students of all experience levels. Learn how to layer textures, colors, and imagery to create visually compelling compositions. Once the collages are complete, students will use a viewfinder to discover hidden gems within their work—unique shapes, patterns, and compositions waiting to be transformed. Students will then sketch and reinterpret these newfound designs, bringing them to life as vibrant acrylic paintings. By the end of the day, participants will have explored techniques in collage, composition, sketching, and acrylic painting, while gaining confidence in their creative decision-making and artistic voice. This workshop is perfect for anyone eager to experiment and loosen up! Please bring $10 cash for materials.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Discover the beauty, mystery, and expressive potential of one of nature’s most fascinating creations—the bird’s nest! In this one-day workshop, artist Pat McGreevey will guide you through an inspiring exploration of contemporary abstract techniques to capture the texture, movement, and emotion of these intricate natural forms. Designed for artists of all levels, this class encourages you to loosen up, experiment, and embrace spontaneity as you layer color, line, and texture to create your own unique interpretation. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with finished artwork ready to display—a striking, abstract celebration of nature’s artistry. Come ready to play, paint, and let your creativity take flight!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Pat McGreevey
Cost: $100
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Designed especially for those with busy schedules, this "Wine-down-Wednesday" offers the perfect opportunity to decompress, connect, and unleash your inner artist. Settle in with a complimentary glass of wine, meet new friends, and share a laugh. Discover the playful world of Gelli Printing! Join us for a hands-on class where you’ll explore fun printing techniques to layer colors, textures, and patterns. No experience needed! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Escape the midweek hustle and treat yourself to a relaxing, inspiring evening with acclaimed instructor Debi West. This two-hour adults-only art session is the perfect midweek retreat for anyone looking to unwind, connect, and create something beautiful. With a complimentary glass of wine in hand, you’ll explore the art of abstract collage, combining layered textures, mixed media, and simple stitching techniques to craft a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your personal style. Debi’s warm, engaging teaching style makes the creative process approachable and fun, guiding you step-by-step while encouraging your own artistic expression. No experience needed. Meet new friends, share a few laughs, and leave with a unique, expressive artwork! Participants must be age 21+. All supplies are included.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Discover the rich legacy and timeless beauty of indigo in this inspiring hands-on workshop. Participants will embark on a creative journey through South Carolina’s deep-rooted indigo history, learning how this treasured dye shaped the region’s artistic and cultural heritage. Lydia will share captivating illustrations that trace the indigo process from seed to dye, offering a fascinating glimpse into the artistry and science behind this ancient craft. Then, you’ll explore the elegant Japanese art of Shibori—a resist-dyeing technique that transforms fabric into one-of-a-kind works of art. Each participant will design, bind, and dye their own luxurious silk scarf, creating a stunning wearable masterpiece to treasure or gift to someone special. This course is appropriate for all levels of students.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Lydia Beason
Cost: $150
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Escape the midweek hustle and treat yourself to a relaxing, inspiring evening. This two-hour adults-only art session is the perfect midweek retreat for those looking to unwind, connect, and express their creativity in a meaningful way. With a complimentary glass of wine in hand, you’ll learn about the history of the U.S. flag and then create your own abstract interpretation using mixed media and collage techniques. Layer textures, colors, and materials to design a unique and patriotic artwork that celebrates both personal expression and national pride. No experience needed. Meet new friends, share a few laughs, and leave with a one-of-a-kind abstract flag that’s as bold and original as you are! Participants must be age 21+. All supplies included.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own triple dipper platter using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. Out of town guests can arranged to have finished pieces shipped to them at cost. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Escape the midweek hustle and treat yourself to a relaxing, inspiring evening. This two-hour adults-only art session is the perfect way to unwind, connect, and let your creativity flow in a calm, beach-inspired setting. With a complimentary glass of wine in hand, you’ll create amazing beach landscapes using simple watercolor wash techniques and contour line drawings. Learn how to capture the gentle movement of the ocean and the delicate beauty of seashells through expressive washes and elegant line work—you’ll be amazed by the results! This class is for all skill levels. Come relax, meet new friends, share a few laughs, and leave with a beautiful coastal-inspired artwork! Participants must be age 21+. All supplies included.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

In this dynamic two-day workshop, you will explore ways to bring energy, movement, and expressive mark-making into your oil paintings. Together we will embrace experimentation and cultivate a spirit of playful discovery. Through a series of guided exercises, you will work with a printmaker’s tool—the brayer— and water mixable oil paint to create bold, unexpected marks in combination with brush work and other miscellaneous mark making tools to layer textures and add energy within your paintings. We will also explore the exciting combination of oil paint with pastel and watercolor to expand your choices in how you approach your painting practice. We will also touch on color theory, and how we choose our palette to create mood and atmosphere.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Anne Strutz
Cost: $350
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Join us for the "Painting the Pastel Landscape: Tools, Tips & Techniques" workshop with the renowned artist Eve Miller. This exceptional event offers a unique opportunity to delve into Eve's innovative approach to capturing the beauty of landscapes with pastels. Participants will gain valuable insights into establishing correct values, while the workshop emphasizes mastering color temperature, composition, and mark-making. Each day features engaging demonstrations, and you'll receive personalized, one-on-one instruction to refine your skills. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a passionate beginner, this workshop promises to enhance your artistic journey and elevate your pastel landscapes to new heights. Don't miss the chance to learn from a true master—secure your spot today!
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Eve Miller
Cost: $500
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Escape the midweek hustle and treat yourself to a relaxing, creative evening. This two-hour adults-only art experience offers the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and explore a new artistic medium in a fun, welcoming environment. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you learn how to needle felt in this exciting class, where participants will recreate an image using felting techniques that are both meditative and super successful! Discover the calming rhythm of needle felting while transforming soft fibers into a beautiful, textured work of art. No experience necessary! Come relax, meet new friends, share a few laughs, and leave with a fantastic felted creation and a refreshed creative spirit. Participants must be age 21+. All supplies included.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Debi West
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

In this 3-day workshop, Karen leads her students through the process of creating dynamic loose paintings that breathe life and reality. Using a photo reference, she will demonstrate the various stages of a painting from initial design to the final strokes. Along with foundational principles, Karen emphasizes the use of large brushes, intuitive measuring and the back-and-forth search of positive and negative shapes to achieve spontaneity and visual interest. This workshop was designed for all levels of oil & acrylic painters.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Karen Wilharm
Cost: $500
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own mini glass dishes using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished dishes to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. Students will complete 4 to 5 dishes depending on time. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own mini glass dishes using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished dishes to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. Students will complete 4 to 5 dishes depending on time. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This fun workshop gives you the chance to play with glass! You will create your own 8" x 8" plate using glass as your canvas. No painting experience is necessary! This is a fun workshop so bring a friend and create something new! Once you’ve finished your creations, Kathy will take them to her studio, fire them in the kiln and then return the finished plates to the Academy for you to pick up a week later. In addition to the registration cost, students should bring $20 cash to pay the instructor for materials, which she will provide for you.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Kathy Oda
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738