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Art Classes in Downtown Felton | Community Through Art
Art with Sarah at SLVE
Location: Room 29, science room
For grades 1 - 5
$245 for each 6-session course
+ $15 materials fee, added at checkout
Early Out Wednesdays
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Winter I: November 18, December 2, 9, 16, Jan 6, Jan 13
Winter II: Jan 20, 27, Feb 3, 10 (No class February break on 2/17), Feb 24, March 3
Spring I: March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21
Spring II: April 28, May 5, May 12, 19, 26, June 2
1st-5th graders will explore painting with tempera, acrylics, pastels, watercolors, and drawing with a variety of pens, pencils and charcoal. This class will focus on the process of art making, painting, and drawing skills, and developing one's own creative goals. Take as many sessions as you like! All materials are included. Pack a healthy snack and bring a water bottle.
Questions? Contact Sarah Orre at sarah.orre@gmail.com or 831-359-5521.
Mondays 9 AM - 12 PM, 3 hours of studio time
Location: Community Through Art housed at Redwood & Ranunculus, 6257 CA-9, Felton, CA
Creativity multiplies when you paint alongside other creatives. Join artist Sarah Orre for an open studio painting group where community, focus, and inspiration come together. Sarah will be painting in the studio while hosting the group, offering a relaxed, encouraging space to work on your own projects.
This is your time to explore, experiment, and create at your own pace, surrounded by fellow artists.
The studio is equipped with full-size standing easels, Costco tables, tall tables, stools, and chairs. Please plan to begin cleaning up your workspace 10 minutes before the session ends, so we can close the studio promptly at 12 PM and leave the space fresh for the next group.
$234 for 6 Classes
Dates:
Fall I: August 31, (no class labor day), September 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12
Fall II: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, (no class Thanksgiving week), 30
Winter 1: Dec 7, 14, (Winter break Dec 15-Jan 3) Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
2.9% + 0.30 credit card fee included at checkout, or zero fees with cash, check, or venmo @sarah-orre, zelle, or paypal (sarah.orre@gmail.com).
Beginning adult ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as time for independent clay creation. Class is held at Nora’s home studio in Felton.
Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM
$234 for 6 weeks (7% service fee due at checkout)
plus a $20 material fee due to instructor at first class
Clay, glazes, and tools provided.
Session I: Sept 1, 8, 15, 22 (prorated to 4 classes $156)
Session II: Sept 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3
Learn the fundamentals of crochet in this fun, supportive class with instructor Sierra Lubitz. You’ll start by learning how to make a classic granny square, one of the most versatile crochet patterns and the foundation for countless projects—from blankets and bags to pillows, garments, and more.
Once you’ve learned the basics, you’ll choose an independent project to work on at your own pace. Sierra will provide guidance, demonstrations, and individual support as you build your skills and gain confidence.
I session two we will learn how to work in the round and make a beanie, which is a more advanced skill.
Materials:
Please bring a 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook and worsted-weight (#4) yarn. Choose a smooth, medium-colored yarn that is easy to see and work with. Avoid very dark or fuzzy yarns, which can make it more difficult to see your stitches.
No previous crochet experience is necessary. Whether you’re brand new to crochet or looking to build on your existing skills, you’ll leave with new techniques and a project you can continue working on at home.
Mondays: 6:30-8 PM
$99 for 3 weeks
Instructor: Sierra Lubitz
Session I: October 5, 12, 19
Session II: Oct 26, (no class Nov 2), Nov 9, 16
$198 for six weeks
+$10 material fee
Six Tuesdays, 9-11:30 AM
Tuesdays starting March 31st
Location: Community Through Art housed at Redwood & Ranunculus, 6257 CA-9, Felton, CA
Soft Pastel Painting runs in six week intervals taught by instructor Sarah Orre.
A short demo will be taught the first class meeting with reference photos that will teach color theory, underpainting, texture, layering, and movement. Students are encouraged to bring additional reference photos for inspiration. Participants bring their own soft pastels (not oils), and sanded paper. The remainder of the class meetings are used for studio time. The last day we have a group peer review to discuss our work and give and receive feedback.
Drop ins are welcome at a rate of $50 per day, as long as the class is not waitlisted. Please email the instructor in advance if you plan to drop in at sarah.orre@gmail.com.
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2.9% + 0.30 credit card fee included at checkout ($216.39 total including materials and credit card processing fees), or zero fees ($208) with cash, check, or venmo @sarah-orre, zelle, or paypal.
Cancellation policy: Cancel 7 days before the class starts for a full refund. Cancellations within 6 days of the class starting will not be refunded.
Tuesdays, 3:30-5 PM
Location: Community Through Art housed at Redwood & Ranunculus, 6257 CA-9, Felton, CA
Ages 7+
Youth Bloom Studio Art with Sarah Orre, nurtures creativity, confidence, and curiosity through hands-on learning. Each class encourages young artists to explore new materials, techniques, and ideas while building foundational art skills in a supportive studio environment. From painting and drawing to air dry clay and mixed media, students learn to see like artists and express their own unique voice. Enroll in as many sessions as you like!
$275 for six weeks, all materials included. 3% credit card fee included at checkout.
Session 1: Aug 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 2: Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3
Session 3: Nov 17, Dec 1, 8, 15, Jan 5, 12
Session 4: Jan 19, 26, Feb 2, 15, 23, March 2
Session 5: March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20
Session 6: April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1
Beginning youth ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as time for independent clay creation. Class is held at Nora’s home studio in Felton.
$234 for 6 weeks (9% admin fee due at checkout)
$20 material fee due to instructor at first class
Clay, glazes, and tools provided.
Fall II: October 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4, Nov 11
Fall sessions are held Wednesdays, 3:30-5 PM at Nora’s home studio in Ben Lomond.
Winter sessions are held at Redwood and Ranunculus downtown Felton on Mondays, 3:30-5 PM.
Winter I: Monday, November 16, 23, 30, Dec 7, 14, 21
Winter II: Monday, January 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8, 15
Tuesdays 6:30-8 PM
$198 for 6 weeks
Instructor: Anna Fletcher
Explore the beautiful, expressive possibilities of watercolor in this relaxed, hands-on class designed for artists of all experience levels. Each session combines instructor demonstrations with plenty of time to work independently on your own painting. Enjoy learning new techniques while developing your personal style.
You can either bring your own materials or pay $35 to instructor for a bundle of materials for the class.
Session 1: Florals in Bloom
Paint beautiful, expressive flowers while learning foundational watercolor techniques. We’ll explore wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry painting, edge control, layering, and creating depth and dimension with transparent washes. Demonstrations will be followed by guided practice and time to develop your own floral painting.
Session 2: Winter in the Studio
Celebrate the holiday season with watercolor! We’ll explore festive subjects and techniques that add warmth, color, and texture. This session is perfect for creating seasonal artwork and handmade pieces that make thoughtful gifts. Demo will include glowing light, textures, pine branches and trees.
Students should bring their own watercolor supplies. Both sessions include demonstrations, instruction, and independent painting time, making this class a great opportunity to learn new skills while creating artwork of your own.
Session I : September 15, 22, 29, October 6, (no class 10/13), 20, 27
Session II: November 3, 10, 17, (no class 11/24), Dec 3, 8, 15
Location: Community Through Art housed at Redwood & Ranunculus, 6257 CA-9, Felton, CA
$40 drop in
Dates: August 10, September 28, November 2
Creativity multiplies when you paint alongside other creatives. Join artist Sarah Orre for an open studio painting group where community, focus, and inspiration come together. Sarah will be painting in the studio while hosting the group, offering a relaxed, encouraging space to work on your own projects.
This is your time to explore, experiment, and create at your own pace, surrounded by fellow artists.
The studio is equipped with full-size standing easels, Costco tables, tall tables, stools, and chairs. Please plan to begin cleaning up your workspace 10 minutes before the session ends, so we can close the studio promptly at 9 PM and leave the space fresh for the next group.
A drop in rate of $40 for three hours of studio time.
2.9% + 0.30 credit card fee included at checkout, or zero fees with cash, check, or venmo @sarah-orre, zelle, or paypal (sarah.orre@gmail.com).
Get creative and experiment with texture, pattern, and shape in this fun fall-inspired painting workshop!
We’ll begin by building an interesting base layer using fall-themed stencils, stamps, and texture tools. From there, you’ll draw fall-inspired designs in white acrylic marker—think pumpkins, vases, plants, and other seasonal shapes.
Finally, we’ll paint over the background in white, revealing the colorful positive shapes underneath and creating a bold, graphic finished painting.
No previous painting experience is necessary. Come enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity, experimentation, and a little sipping along the way!
Bring something to sip on while you paint.
November 14, 4-6 PM
Located at Community Through Art.
Nurturing the Artist in You.
Community Through Art was founded in 2026 by local artist Sarah Orre. Our business is committed to supporting artists at all stages of development.
We believe everyone is artistic and that nurturing creativity is essential to wellbeing and mental health. By gathering with fellow creatives and spending intentional time behind the paintbrush, we create space for connection and expression.
Community Through Art offers weekly open studio hours, series-based classes, and masterclasses, designed to support both creative growth and personal wellbeing. Join us and foster the artist in you.
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