Figure Gesture Drawing
Saturday 13 June
Park Ln - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, breaking it down into basic shapes and forms to create accurate and expressive poses. We will cover topics such as exaggerating poses, building shapes, and drawing with accuracy.
Perfect Your Drawing Techniques: Fashion & Realism
Friday 03 July
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Take your drawings to the next level with a class designed to sharpen your technique and elevate your fashion art. This course focuses on mastering fashion poses, realistic body proportions, shading, and how fabric drapes and moves on the figure. Whether you're building a portfolio or just want to draw with more accuracy and style, this class helps you develop strong, confident illustrations rooted in realism and fashion design principles.
Perfect Your Drawing Techniques: Fashion & Realism
Friday 07 August
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Take your drawings to the next level with a class designed to sharpen your technique and elevate your fashion art. This course focuses on mastering fashion poses, realistic body proportions, shading, and how fabric drapes and moves on the figure. Whether you're building a portfolio or just want to draw with more accuracy and style, this class helps you develop strong, confident illustrations rooted in realism and fashion design principles.
Fashion Illustration Basics Draw Your First Croquis
Saturday 05 September
Park Ln - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Start your fashion art journey with this beginner-friendly class! You'll learn how to draw a fashion croquis figure template, sketch simple poses, and illustrate basic garments. We'll cover proportions, clean line work, and how to add personality to your sketches 2014all in a supportive, step-by-step environment. No experience needed 2014just bring your creativity and love for fashion!
Sketching Stylish Tops
Saturday 03 October
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Start your collection by learning how to design and draw fashionable tops. We'll cover everything from fitted crop tops and flowy blouses to statement sleeves and structured shirts. Learn how tops interact with the torso and shoulders, and how to make your croquis shine with your original garment designs.
Stylish Fashion Sketches
Saturday 07 November
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
In this class, you'll learn to sketch stylish skirts and pants that enhance your fashion figures, focusing on silhouettes, volume, and texture through clean linework and shading techniques.
Watercolor Painting Christmas Cards
Saturday 05 December
Park Ln - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Unleash your creativity by painting personalized Christmas cards in this festive workshop. Learn to craft unique holiday designs that will bring joy to your loved ones this season.
Digital vs. Traditional Tools
Saturday 09 January
Lemmon Ave - 11am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Explore the difference between drawing fashion by hand and using digital tools like Procreate, Sketchbook, or Adobe Fresco. This bonus session introduces techniques for both mediums so you can find the best tools for your workflow and skill level.
Vintage Glamour Sketching Classic Beauty Portraits
Saturday 06 February
Park Ln - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Step back in time and capture the elegance of vintage beauty! In this sketching class, you'll learn to draw stunning portraits inspired by iconic styles from the past. We'll cover facial proportions, vintage hairstyles, and techniques for capturing the timeless charm of bygone eras. All skill levels welcome.
Materials needed:
-Sketching paper preferably 9 x 12, 11 x 14, or 11 x 17
-Pencils (various hardnesses)
-Erasers kneaded and standard
-Markers
-Reference photos provided or students can bring their own.
Creating Fashion Flats with Micron Pens and Markers
Saturday 06 March
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
In this class, you'll learn how to create professional fashion flats, essential technical drawings used in the fashion industry. We'll cover the tools and techniques for accurately representing garment construction, seams, and details. You'll learn to use line weights, proportions, and symbols to create clear and detailed flats, both by hand and if applicable using digital software. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class will provide you with the foundation you need to create effective fashion flats.Materials Needed: Paper, Pencils hard and soft, Erasers kneaded and regular, A copy of a sheet to create the fashion flat will be provided to the class.
Sketching Stylish Tops
Saturday 03 April
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Start your collection by learning how to design and draw fashionable tops. We'll cover everything from fitted crop tops and flowy blouses to statement sleeves and structured shirts. Learn how tops interact with the torso and shoulders, and how to make your croquis shine with your original garment designs.
Bottoms that Pop – Skirts & Pants
Saturday 08 May
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
In this class, you'll master sketching stylish pants and skirts that enhance your fashion figures. Explore silhouettes like high-waisted trousers, wide-leg pants, A-line skirts, and pencil skirts. You'll also learn how to show volume, fit, and fabric texture through clean linework and shading techniques.
Class Supply List: Bottoms that Pop 2013 Skirts & Pants
Essentials
-Sketchbook (9x12" or larger): For croquis practice, silhouette studies, and final designs.
-Pencils (HB, 2B, 4B): For clean linework, shading, and gesture drawing.
-Eraser (kneaded or vinyl): For refining sketches and softening shading.
-Micron Pen or Felt Tip Pen (black, 0.3 20130.5 mm): For crisp outlines and detail work.
-Color Pencils (basic set): To explore fabric textures and add flair to designs.
-Markers (alcohol-based or water-based): For bold rendering and layering effects.
Optional Enhancements
-Blending stump or tortillon: For smooth shading transitions.
-White gel pen: For highlights and fabric shine.
-Ruler or French curve: For clean hems, waistbands, and structured silhouettes.
-Fashion croquis templates: For students who prefer tracing or need time-saving support.
-Fabric swatches or texture reference sheet: To inspire realistic rendering.
Dress It Up From Casual to Couture
Saturday 05 June
Belt Line Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
From breezy day dresses to red carpet gowns, this class focuses on illustrating fashion-forward dresses with flair. Learn how to mix silhouettes, add drape and movement, and show different dress lengths and layers. Great for bringing elegance and personality to your fashion designs.
Layers Outerwear
Saturday 10 July
Manske - Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Take your designs to the next level with outerwear that adds depth and character. This session teaches you how to sketch coats, jackets, dusters, and layering pieces while understanding how they interact with the body. Learn to illustrate fabric weight, structure, and finishing details like buttons, seams, and pockets.
Layers Outerwear
Saturday 07 August
Manske - Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Take your designs to the next level with outerwear that adds depth and character. This session teaches you how to sketch coats, jackets, dusters, and layering pieces while understanding how they interact with the body. Learn to illustrate fabric weight, structure, and finishing details like buttons, seams, and pockets.
Ink for Beginners
Friday 03 September
W Lovers Ln area - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Discover the art of ink drawing in this beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll learn basic techniques for creating striking, expressive images. Experiment with lines, textures, and shading to bring your ideas to life.
Drawing City Scapes
Saturday 02 October
Oak Lawn Ave - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Dive into the art of drawing with a hands-on class designed to unveil the beauty of cityscapes through your own sketches. Guided by skilled instructors, participants will learn the critical fundamentals of drawing, such as perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. With the vibrant cities of Asia and Manchester as your muses, provided in detailed printouts for reference, this session promises an enriching exploration of urban beauty. Practice various mark-making techniques to gain confidence in transforming an empty page into a piece of art. This class is ideally suited for those at the beginning of their artistic journey, offering a welcoming, supportive environment to develop your skills. Join us for an experience where creativity meets the canvas, and discover the artist within.
Digital vs. Traditional Tools
Saturday 06 November
Lemmon Ave - 11am - 2 Hours
Ashley Love
Explore the difference between drawing fashion by hand and using digital tools like Procreate, Sketchbook, or Adobe Fresco. This bonus session introduces techniques for both mediums so you can find the best tools for your workflow and skill level.
Textured Stitches: Puff, Shell, and V-Stitch Crochet
Sunday 07 June
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
LaTonia Cole
Dive into the world of textured crochet in this hands-on class! You'll learn how to create beautiful Puff, Shell, and V-stitches, adding depth and dimension to your projects. Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you through the techniques step-by-step, allowing you to make stunning patterns that will elevate your crochet work. Join us to enhance your skills and create lovely textured pieces that are sure to impress!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 20 June
E Lawther Dr - 10am - 3 Hours
Joshua Lass
Discover the true potential of your camera beyond automatic exposure. Embark on a journey with us as we demystify the complexities of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, unlocking the secrets to perfect exposure. With the expert guidance of a professional photographer, apply what you've learned in a practical setting, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your photographic technique and capture the world in stunning detail.
Portraiture Photography Meetup
Sunday 21 June
Bishop Arts - 8am - 2.0 Hours
Joshua Lass
A practical meetup covering the essentials of portrait photography. We'll explore camera settings, natural light, posing, and connecting with subjects. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own camera and equipment.
Textured Stitches: Puff, Shell, and V-Stitch Crochet
Sunday 28 June
Beltline Rd, Dallas - 2pm - 3 Hours
LaTonia Cole
Dive into the world of textured crochet in this hands-on class! You'll learn how to create beautiful Puff, Shell, and V-stitches, adding depth and dimension to your projects. Perfect for all skill levels, this class will guide you through the techniques step-by-step, allowing you to make stunning patterns that will elevate your crochet work. Join us to enhance your skills and create lovely textured pieces that are sure to impress!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 11 July
E Lawther Dr - 10am - 3 Hours
Joshua Lass
Discover the true potential of your camera beyond automatic exposure. Embark on a journey with us as we demystify the complexities of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, unlocking the secrets to perfect exposure. With the expert guidance of a professional photographer, apply what you've learned in a practical setting, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your photographic technique and capture the world in stunning detail.
Street Photography
Sunday 12 July
Downtown Dallas - 11am - 2 Hours
Joshua Lass
A hands-on street photography class exploring urban settings. We'll cover camera settings for fast-changing environments, composition and framing, approaching subjects respectfully, and capturing candid moments. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own camera.
Beginner's I - Rockwall
Sunday 12 July
Rockwall - 2pm - 3.0 Hours
LaTonia Cole
Join us for a beginner crochet class. If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more confidence with the basics, this is the class for you.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 25 July
E Lawther Dr - 10am - 3 Hours
Joshua Lass
Discover the true potential of your camera beyond automatic exposure. Embark on a journey with us as we demystify the complexities of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, unlocking the secrets to perfect exposure. With the expert guidance of a professional photographer, apply what you've learned in a practical setting, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your photographic technique and capture the world in stunning detail.
Composition Photography Meetup
Sunday 26 July
E Lawther Dr - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Joshua Lass
Join us for a hands-on composition photography meetup at White Rock Lake. We'll explore techniques for framing, leading lines, rule of thirds, and creating visual balance in your images. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own camera and equipment.
C2C - Dallas
Sunday 26 July
Beltline Rd, Dallas - 2pm - 3.0 Hours
LaTonia Cole
Discover the artistry and versatility of corner-to-corner crochet in our upcoming class!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 08 August
E Lawther Dr - 10am - 3 Hours
Joshua Lass
Discover the true potential of your camera beyond automatic exposure. Embark on a journey with us as we demystify the complexities of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, unlocking the secrets to perfect exposure. With the expert guidance of a professional photographer, apply what you've learned in a practical setting, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your photographic technique and capture the world in stunning detail.
Architecture Photography Meetup
Sunday 09 August
Downtown Dallas - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Joshua Lass
Explore the lines, geometry, and character of Dallas architecture in this hands-on meetup. We'll cover composition, perspective, and lighting techniques for capturing buildings and urban structures. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own camera.