Be Artistic

On-going studio classes meet on a weekly basis and do not require pre-registration. Pay the days you attend. Before joining, visit the class, chat with the instructor, and receive a supply list. Studio Artists have the opportunity to exhibit work in the center's gallery spaces. All classes are located at the Senior Center Art Studio unless otherwise noted. $10 per class Seniors (age 50+), $12 Others (age 18-49). Or buy an art card that gives you eight classes for the price of seven. Click here for a brochure of upcoming art workshops, or for more information, email Jennifer.Haskins@talgov.com or call 850-891-4016.

Register online for the many Art Workshops offered through the Tallahassee Senior Center.

Hands-On Art History with Mark Fletcher

Mark Fletcher Mondays, 12:30 – 3 p.m., TSC Clay Studio. Create your own art applying and combining the methods of various artists like Van Gogh, Monet, Durer and others. TSC Clay Studio. Beginners & intermediates welcome.

Watercolor Studio, Intermediate Level

Tuesday mornings, Linda Pelc, 9 – noon
Thursday mornings, Rosemary Ferguson, 9:00 – noon
Projects, techniques and critique to expand your skill set and knowledge of the medium, built upon acquired basics of watercolor. Days with an instructor are $10/$12 class fee. Days without instructor are considered a lab with a fee of $4.

Watercolor, Advanced Level

Linda Pelc Tuesday afternoon, 1 – 4 p.m.
Projects, techniques and critique to expand your skill set and knowledge of the medium, built upon acquired basics of watercolor. New students may need to present a portfolio to be approved for this class.

Pastel Landscapes

Wendy Devarieux, Wednesdays, 9 – noon
Pastels can provide vibrancy and subtleties unlike other mediums. Some drawing or painting experience preferred. Ask for a supply list and/or visit the class before deciding to join. No class on 3rd Wednesday each month.

Oil and Acrylic Painting, Intermediate Level

Debbie Gaedtke Wednesdays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Explore your creative side among a friendly, supportive group of painters. Work at your own pace on your own projects while receiving valuable critique. Not for beginners.

Draw With Your Eyes, Paint with your Heart

Mark Fletcher, Bradfordville NE Leon County Library, Wednesdays, 1:30-4 p.m.
Pen & Ink with a little watercolor. Beginners & intermediates welcome.

Drawing Etc.

Maria Balingit, Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.
Learn and develop basic skills, with graphite pencil and other drawing media, focus drawing portraits and still life. Beginners and intermediates.

Drawing Together

Michael Harrell, Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Develop basics, pencil, pen & ink. Beginners welcome. No class from January 17-February 7.

Oil Painting, Advanced Level

Eluster Richardson, Fridays, 9 a.m. – noon.
Develop skills with oil painting. Not for beginners. New students may need to present a portfolio to be approved for this class.

Acrylic Painting

Debbie Gaedtke, Fridays, 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Learn and develop basic painting skills. For beginners, as well as continuing students.

On-Going Studio Labs

(No Instructor) $4

Portrait Studio Lab

Mon., 9 – noon, $5
Draw or paint from live model, bring your own art supplies, no instructor.

Ceramics

Tue. & Wed., 9 – noon, $2 lab fee, plus cost of materials and firing fee.
Use mold-made bisque items to paint or glaze. Lead by helpful volunteers. Perfect for beginners.
Experienced hand building clay people can use as a lab, instructor only on Wednesday mornings.

All classes are $2 unless otherwise noted.

Crafting Bee

Mondays, 9a.m. - 12p.m.
Informal group enjoys all types of crafts. Anyone, with or without experience, welcome.

Quilting Bees

Mondays, 12 - 4p.m.
Join other quilters and work at your own pace. Participants bring their own materials or use donated materials.

Capital City Wood Carvers

Mondays, 7 - 9p.m.
New and experienced wood carvers are welcome. Bring a sharp knife, sandpaper and pencil with eraser. New members always welcome. $20 annually; fee pro-rated.

Nimble Fingers

Wednesdays, 9a.m. - 12p.m.
Group learns cross stitch, crochet, knitting and other projects, depending on available materials. Anyone is welcome, with or without expertise in a craft.

Ceramics Lab

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9a.m. - 12p.m.
Paint and/or glaze mold-made ceramics. Experienced volunteers assist.

Model Ship Building

Fridays, 1 - 4p.m.
Participants bring their own supplies and projects to work together in this informal setting.

Guitar

Tue., 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Dust off that old guitar and join an ongoing group of beginning-to-intermediate players that get together each week to share songs and playing techniques. There is limited instruction, so it's helpful if you know a few chords. $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Ukulele Beginning

1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 10-10:50 a.m.
This class provides information about the ukulele, and instruction on basic chords and strum patterns. Everyone is welcome! Bring your own uke! $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Fingerstyle Ukulele Class

1st & 3rd Friday of each month, 11-11:50 a.m.
This class focuses on fingerstyle playing, as well as instrumental melody/chord arrangements. Also, basic music theory is taught as we play various pieces. Everyone is welcome, even if you think this level is too advanced for you. $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Ukulele & Friends

2nd & 4th Friday of each month, 11-12 p.m.
Bring your instrument of choice and your voice. A casual gathering for learning ukulele friendly, sing along songs (though all instruments are welcome). $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Capital Chordsmen

Thursday, 7 - 9:30p.m.
Male barbershop harmony chorus rehearsals. New members welcome!

USA Ballroom Dance

Typically offered the 3rd Saturday of each month, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Complimentary lessons at 6:30 p.m. Dances are smoke and alcohol free. Dance nights with paid entry: $8/USAB Dance members, $14/non-members, and $5 for students with valid IDs. For more information on dance dates and themes: www.usadance6010.org.

Contra Dance

Typically offered the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 7:30–10:30 p.m.

Moves similar to square dance with a caller instructing. $10/adults, $9/seniors, $6/students, $0/under age 12. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes. No partner or experience necessary. Newcomers should arrive by 7:15 p.m. For more information on dates, bands and callers: www.tallydancer.com.

Fees are per class or meeting, unless otherwise noted.

Beginning Line Dance

Thu., 12:30 p.m.
Lace up your shoes and let's dance. From country to pop music, let the beat move your feet! $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Capital Twirlers Square Dance

Monday, 7 p.m.
Mainstream and plus level square dancing from 7-9 p.m. Level adjusted to fit dancers' skills. Non-member donation: $5. Non-dancing visitors welcome to watch for free. Lessons given annually. Visit Facebook.com/Tallahasseetwirlers or call Libby at 850-566-2117.

Dancing for Fun Group

Friday, 2 – 4p.m.
A fun dance for any age group – it's our love of dancing that keeps us young! All types of ballroom dancing. Come with or without a partner. $2 (50+), $3 (others).

Beginning Ballroom-Swing Dance Lessons

Friday, 5:30 – 7p.m.
Not only Ballroom and Swing dance lessons also included is the Fox Trot, Swing, Tango, Waltz and Cha Cha. No partner needed. Come meet people and have fun! $5.