Birds and Nature
Saturday 13 December
Penryn, CA - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Are you a bird watcher or a nature lover and have also been wondering how to get sharp photos consistently . Come along and lets take some photos that show the natural beauty of birds and Nature.
Connect with Nature – Watercolor Expressions
Saturday 13 December
Midtown Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Nishi
Step into nature's art studio and learn to translate simple natural forms — leaves, branches, petals and textures — into expressive watercolor studies. We'll focus on observation, shape and loose, textural brushwork rather than painting full landscapes. Suitable for all levels. Please bring your own watercolor set, brushes and 140 lb (300 gsm) paper; a full materials list will be provided after booking.
Holiday Card Making Meetup
Sunday 14 December
Fair Oaks - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Emma Brown
Learn how to craft beautiful, personalized holiday cards to send to friends and family this season. Using a variety of materials and techniques, you will create thoughtful, one-of-a-kind cards. All materials are provided by the teacher.
Black & White Photography
Saturday 20 December
Elverta, CA - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Exploring creating captivating black and white images
Wide Angle Photography
Saturday 03 January
Penryn, CA - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Creating sweeping landscapes with Wide Angle Photography
Let It Flow – Watercolor for Beginners
Saturday 03 January
Midtown Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Nishi
Learn to loosen up with watercolor in this beginner-friendly class. We'll cover washes, simple color mixing, and basic brush techniques to create flowing, expressive studies. Suitable for newcomers and those wanting a refresher. Please bring your own watercolor set, brushes (small and medium rounds), 140 lb / 300 gsm paper, pencil and eraser, water container and cloth. A full materials list will be sent after booking.
Charcoal Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 10 January
Rio Linda - 9am - 2 Hours
Emma Brown
This beginners charcoal drawing class teaches foundational principles of drawing using charcoal, focusing on techniques like blending, shading, and creating various tonal values.
Landscapes and Water
Saturday 17 January
Carmichael, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Photographing nature and water. Follow up to 10-18-25 Neutral Density Filter outing.
Winter Watercolor Painting
Sunday 25 January
Roseville - 10am - 2 Hours
Emma Brown
Escape the cold and join us for a cozy afternoon of winter watercolor painting! In this relaxing class, you'll learn to capture the serene beauty of the snowy season. We'll paint delicate, shimmering snowflakes and charming snow-covered trees, perfect for creating your own holiday cards or winter decor. All experience levels are welcome! Bring materials and your creative spirit!
Walk with Camera
Saturday 31 January
Lincoln, California - 10am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Walk with camera in old town Lincoln
Easy Watercolor Birds
Saturday 31 January
Midtown Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Nishi
Explore watercolor birds in a relaxed, beginner-friendly session. We'll cover simple sketching, colour mixing, and loose wet-on-wet techniques to capture feather shapes and expressive poses. Suitable for all levels — no prior experience required. Please bring your own watercolor set, 2–3 brushes (small and medium), 140 lb / 300 gsm paper, pencil and eraser, a water jar and cloth, and a clipboard or board. A full materials list and meetup instructions will be sent after booking.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 07 February
Roseville near Hwy 65 - 10am - 3 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
