Encaustics: Wonderous Waxy Textures

Monday Apr 13 – Tuesday 14 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (2 classes)Ages 18+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Come join the fun as we take a 2 day deep-dive into the world of encaustic texture! Accretion is an encaustic technique that blurs the lines between 2D and 3D artwork, allowing the artist to create beautiful sculptural surface enhancements or break boundaries with full-on three-dimensional work. Class meets on Monday, 4/13 and Tuesday, 4/14, from 10am to 4pm each day in the Golding-Scher classroom.

All supplies included.

Teen Digital Studio

Select Wednesdays | 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM Classes Available | Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8
Ages 12+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Gain access to a quiet and creative space to explore digital drawing with Procreate! With input from the instructor, you can create your own art, comics, anime characters, and much more!

*All programs and equipment are provided!

Studio 55 | Watercolor Paper Quilting | TMA@CityofTampaGoldingArt

Thursdays,  Jan 22 – Mar 12 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Discover the art of storytelling through mixed-media paper quilts! Inspired by African American quilting traditions and artists like Mark Bradford, you’ll create a unique watercolor and collage quilt square each week, experimenting with Impressionist-inspired washes, layered textures, and symbolic designs. Learn how quilts preserve history and personal narratives while assembling your favorite squares into a cohesive final piece.
Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Class Sold Out? Join the Waitlist to be notified when a spot opens up!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
Become an Art+ Member to enjoy a 20% discount on Studio Classes and More!

This Class is taught by Deborah Rodriguez
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Studio 55 | Ceramics Continued Study

Select Tuesdays | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM Classes Available | Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 10, 17, 24, Mar 10, 24, 31, Apr 14, 21, 28
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.

*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.

Portrait Painting

Sundays, Mar 29-Apr 26 | 1:00–4:00 PM (4 classes)Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Learn the fundamentals of Portrait Painting and grow your painting techniques with tailored instruction and live model sessions.

*Drawing materials provided. These classes do have live Nude Models.

Figure Drawing Study

Tuesdays | 6:00–9:00 PM

Classes Available | Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 24, Apr 21

Ages 18+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Work in your drawing and painting media of choice or explore new ones. In these three-hour instructor-guided single-session classes, students will learn the fundamentals and expand their 2D knowledge while creating images from life. Learn the basics and grow your techniques with tailored instruction and live model sessions.

*Drawing materials provided. These classes do have live Nude Models.

This class is taught by Rolando Rodriguez.

Hot for Encaustics

Monday Feb 9 – Wednesday Feb 11 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (3 classes)Ages 18+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Get acquainted with the wonderful world of Encaustic hot wax painting! Explore painting, collage, and embellishment techniques in this beginner-friendly 3-day workshop!

Tuesday Ceramics

Tuesdays | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Classes Available | Jan 13 – Feb 17 (6 Classes), Mar 24 – Apr 28 (6 Classes)
Ages 18+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
This course introduces students to the essential skills of creating with clay in a calm and welcoming studio setting. You will learn the full clay-to-ceramic process through hand-building and basic wheel-throwing techniques. Along the way, you’ll explore form, texture, surface design, and glazing. Designed for both beginners and returning students, this class offers a space to develop meaningful, hands-on skills and a deeper understanding of the craft.

*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.

Studio 55 | Ceramics | January

Class Dates | Jan 10 – Feb 21 (6 classes *No class Jan 31)
Ages 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Use clay to build, mold, and sculpt three-dimensional works using coil building, slab building, and other hand-building techniques. All experience levels are welcome; beginners and up.
*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.

Ceramics Continued Study

Select Sundays | 10:00–1:00 PM Classes Available | Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 8, 15, Mar 1, 8, 22, 29, Apr 12, 19
Ages 16+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level
This class located at the Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa, FL | Get Directions
Ceramics Continued Study is a space for students to enhance their learning experience with instructor assistance and guiding knowledge. Sign up for a single class to continue working and add the finishing touches on projects you’ve started in one of our other classes. Sign up for multiple classes to choose your own adventure in hand-building or wheel thrown ceramics. Work with your instructor to plan out your projects and make them a reality. Some experience with clay is recommended.

*Firing costs, essential tools, and glazes included. Clay available for purchase separately in studio.

Our Cancellation and Refund Policy
Class Sold Out? Join the Waitlist to be notified when a spot opens up!
By Registering for a class, all students are agreeing to our Student Guidelines Policy.
Need-Based Scholarships are Available!
Become an Art+ Member to enjoy a 20% discount on Studio Classes and More!
This Class is taught by Emily Serrano

Learn more about our Teaching Artists through our “Get Inspired” interview collection.