Adult Monthly Classes

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To start, yes. We ask that you make the commitment of joining for one month of consecutive classes. In the case of an illness or other unexpected emergency where you cannot attend a class, we can tack an additional class onto the end of your session. In order to keep prices down, classes will no longer be pro-rated as of September 2023. Make-up classes will no longer be offered, except in the instance of an in progress project.

Your confirmation email will let you know your first date of class. Please see our class calendar tab to see when your session starts and ends, and to see any dates the studio is closed for holidays.

The initial class price for drawing and painting classes covers four classes. The initial class price for ceramics covers four classes as well as your first bag of clay. 

Drawing and Painting: Your instructor will have a chat with you about any specific goals and what mediums you are interested in using. Once a reference image is found (either during class or brought from home), your instructor will help you get started and will be nearby for any questions or concerns you may have. The average student will complete one piece of art per month. 

Wheel-Throwing Ceramics: Your instructor will give a demo and throw alongside of you! Your instructor will answer any questions you have as well as show you all of the basics of set-up and clean up. The average student will complete three pieces (one piece per class) and then paint their pieces on the fourth class. 

Hand-Building Ceramics: Your instructor will have a chat with you aboutwhat you would like to accomplish. Your instructor will help you get started and will be nearby for any questions or concerns you may have. The amount of projects students will make per month ranges due to complexity and sizes of pieces.  

Clay: If you will not be continuing class after your first month, the studio can buy back your clay or you can take it with you. *Note: Only students currently attending class are able to bring back their pieces to be fired.  Projects not picked up within 3 months of creation date will be donated. 

Drawings/Paintings: Stop by and pick up your projects! 

After your first month, you can come to class whenever your schedule allows however, you must come on the day that you originally registered for. If you need to switch to a different day after your first month, please email register@engagearts.com. The cost is $30 per class after your first month. If extra clay is needed, it can be purchased at class ($25 for 10 lbs of clay). 

Drawing and Painting: Since we have a rolling enrollment, we only allow three new registrations per month. Class sizes range from 15-20 students per month. If you would like to register with a group of friends, please email register@engagearts.com for availability. 

Ceramics: Since we have a rolling enrollment, we only allow three new registrations every other month. This allows newcomers to have time to settle in. Class sizes range from 10-15 students per month. If you would like to register with a group of friends, please email register@engagearts.com for availability. 

No. You must come during the specific day and time you originally registered for.  If you need to switch to a different day after your first month, please email register@engagearts.com.

No! Our teachers will guide you through the steps to create a masterpiece. Beginners and experienced artist are welcome!

No! All supplies are included.

Drawing and Painting: Acrylic, oil, watercolor, charcoal, chalk/oil pastels, shading pencils and some other mediums are available to use during class. 

Ceramics: We offer a multitude of tools (ribbon tools, needle tools, wooden and silicone short/long ribs, etc.) used to complete pieces. Our selection of glazes includes; Amaco Artist's Choice Glaze, Amaco Lead-Free Low Fire Opalescent Glaze, Jungle gems, Blick Essential Gloss Glaze, as well as other glazes.

Due to limited space, we can only hold clay pieces for three months. If we have not heard from you within three months, pieces will be donated to local thrift stores. 

No. Mixing clay can have disastrous effects. Clay can be purchased at class. 

Current Students Only: If you know the exact type of clay used and what cone it needs to be fired to, pieces can be accepted on a case by case basis for a fee.

A full refund will be awarded if the student cancels three weeks prior to their start date. Cancellations after this time frame will be awarded studio credit only. All cancelations must be sent via email (studio@engagearts.com). Cancelation refunds will only be awarded if emailed to the above email address. There are no refunds or make-ups for no-shows.

Students will be able to tack on an additional class per missed class. All "make-up" classes must be completed within eight weeks of your first class date. After eight weeks, make-up classes will not be awarded.

During the first 15 minutes of the party, a craft of the party child's choosing will be provided for each party go-er engaging in the project. Markers and paper will also be available for use. Then, a designated party instructor will walk you through your project which is normally completed within an hour. Once all party go-ers are done their project and washed up, it is time for pizza (if requested) and then cake! After eating, any favors provided by the parents/guardians can be handed out. Lastly, the parent/guardians will pay the remaining balance for the party. 

Due to the nature of the room, there is no wall space for hanging banners. Balloons and table decorations (that are not loose like glitter/confetti) are great option! Please consult your party instructor prior to placing decorations in order to ensure they will not be in the way. 

All deposits for parties are non-refundable. If a cancelation is necessary due to severe weather circumstances, you may reschedule your party.

No. Presents will be bagged and ready to easily grab at the end of the party. 

For birthday parties we offer juice, water, cake (if requested), forks, napkins, cups, plates, candles, lighter, cake knife, table cloths, one free time craft per attendee participating in the project, smocks, and all other art supplies.

We understand the temptation to dress up for a party however please note that some of the supplies we use are not washable. There is always a risk of getting messy at an art studio.  Close-toed shoes are also highly recommended.  

The bakery we use has cakes that are peanut free however, are still processed in the same facility as peanuts, gluten, dyes, and other allergens. If you would not like to purchase a cake through us due to allergy concerns, $20 will be taken off your party total. 

We offer a small amount of space to the side for approximately 5-10 parents to sit. 

For canvas projects, please let us know your final headcount at least one week prior to the event. For other projects with specialty supplies, please notify us at least three weeks in advance with your headcount. 

That is our pet rooster Rembrandt! He is kinda like a dog. He has been socialized around people his whole life and is pretty friendly. He can however get an attitude, as he is a teenager. He will chase you if you run from him but only because he wants to get inside. If he is blocking the door, just let him in. An employee will make sure he gets outside again. Please be aware as you are coming in and out of the parking lot. If you leave your car door/windows open, he may try to steal your car. Please do not feed or pet Rembrant without supervision. 

No! We make sure that campers do not repeat projects, regardless of how many weeks they sign-up for!

Unfortunately, we do not have enough wheels for all of our campers to try wheel-throwing. All campers will have other opportunities to work with clay during summer camp. Interested in wheel-throwing classes? Check out our kids classes, as they run all year long!

Smocks are available in-studio during messy projects however, we do recommend wearing clothes that you/your child does not mind getting messy. Please also send your camper in sneakers, as we do have outdoor fun as well! An extra set of clothes may be a good idea for a younger camper.

A water bottle and a snack or two are a great idea to bring, as we have breaks between projects! If your child is eating lunch with us, send your camper with a lunch box with an ice pack. Just let us know day of if your child will be staying for lunch. For younger campers, pack an extra set of clothes into a drawstring bag just in case an accident happens!

 We typically do about two projects in the morning and two projects in the afternoon, breaking mid-day for lunch from 12-1 pm. Students will do drawing and painting projects, sculptural and mixed media projects, as well as clay projects. Between each project, students will have a chance to grab a drink and a snack. We have a front room with toys that campers will be able to use during certain free times. When the weather is nice, campers will be able to use our patio space to play as well as create projects and sometimes eat lunch. Camp teachers organize outdoor games and activities as well! At the end of the week, all clay projects will be sent home as well as anything that has been in the works. Campers with early drop-off or late pick-up will have access to toys and free time crafts.

Yes. All of our art teachers/instructors, and summer camp counselors have completed all clearances necessary in order to work with children in the state of Pennsylvania. 

That is our pet rooster Rembrandt! He is kinda like a dog. He has been socialized around people his whole life and is pretty friendly. He can however get an attitude, as he is a teenager. He will chase you if you run from him but only because he wants to get inside. If he is blocking the door, just let him in. An employee will make sure he gets outside again. Please be aware as you are coming in and out of the parking lot. If you leave your car door/windows open, he may try to steal your car. Please do not feed or pet Rembrandt without supervision. 

We ask that campers under the age of 10 not bring electronic devices (ie. Nintendo Switches, Smart Watches, phones, Wii U, etc.). Kids will be using materials that may damage electronic devices. Students 10 and over are able to bring phones and Smart Watches however, we will not be held liable for any damaged/stolen electronic devices. Please ensure that your child understands that phones/watches are not to be used during project time other than to find reference images if allowed. Devices can be used during breaks for other appropriate purposes.

The majority of our campers are between the ages of 6 and 11. There are also a handful of students ages 12 to 14 in each session.

Of course! Check out our hours and pop in when we are open! Please note that we do offer classes Monday through Saturday. Our studio is pretty quiet Monday through Friday from 12 to 4:30 pm. See our "Kids School Year Classes" tab to see when we are bustling with class and find a time that works best for you! 

Your 30% deposit is due as soon as you receive your confirmation email. The rest of your tuition is due on the first day of camp. Please come a little early on the first day in order to ensure we get everyone checked in in a timely manner.

Yes. Please let us know in advance if you will require a receipt with an EIN number, as we print them manually.

We are happy to accomodate students of all abilities and personalities, however if your student requires an aide/care professional at school we ask that accommodations be made by parents/guardians of the student for an aide/care professional at camp. Please call prior to registering for camp for more details: 484-968-3103