Adobe Illustrator Intro

New to digital art and design? Get a taste of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or Premiere Pro in one of our introductory classes! Perfect for beginners or anyone interested in a refresher, our Intro classes cover the basic interface, tools and common tasks in the prog......More

New to digital art and design? Get a taste of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or Premiere Pro in one of our introductory classes! Perfect for beginners or anyone interested in a refresher, our Intro classes cover the basic interface, tools and common tasks in the programs. Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $35 Time and date(s): Thursday, February 5, 10:00-12:00 Location: Digital Lab Skill level: New learners  Audience: Teen-Adult Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator, the industry standard for design and illustration professionals. Students will learn capabilities and common tools as they are guided through tutorials. Registration Deadline:  January 29    

Photoshop Friday!

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $20 Time and date(s): 1:00-2:00 Fridays February 6 Location: Digital Lab Skill level: Some Photoshop experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing applicati......More

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $20 Time and date(s): 1:00-2:00 Fridays February 6 Location: Digital Lab Skill level: Some Photoshop experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing applications and saving files, and have a little Photoshop experience. Audience: Teen-Adult For people who are interested in continuing Photoshop learning, we’ll meet up a couple times a month for Photoshop practice. We’ll do a different practice tutorial or mini-project each session. Students are encouraged to bring in their own projects and Photoshop issues as well.

Anti-Valentine’s Cards

Instructor: Alice SalyerCost: $25Time and date(s): Saturday 2/7 from 11AM-2PMLocation: Digital Lab  in Art LabSkill level: AnyAudience: Adult Bring your best ideas for snarky, quirky, (or even sentimental) Valentines! In this workshop learn how to create unique Valentin......More

Instructor: Alice SalyerCost: $25Time and date(s): Saturday 2/7 from 11AM-2PMLocation: Digital Lab  in Art LabSkill level: AnyAudience: Adult Bring your best ideas for snarky, quirky, (or even sentimental) Valentines! In this workshop learn how to create unique Valentines using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and our collection of vintage stock illustrations. Then, print your cards to send to your friends. 

Victorian Decoupage Boxes

Class Title: Victorian Decoupage Boxes Instructor: Addie Hirschten Cost: $35 Time and date(s): Saturday 2/7 from 2:00PM-4:00 Location: Lecture Room in Art Lab upper level  Skill level: Any Audience: Teen-Adult Description: When mass produced magazines became readily av......More

Class Title: Victorian Decoupage Boxes Instructor: Addie Hirschten Cost: $35 Time and date(s): Saturday 2/7 from 2:00PM-4:00 Location: Lecture Room in Art Lab upper level  Skill level: Any Audience: Teen-Adult Description: When mass produced magazines became readily available during the Victorian era artists began using cut printed images as decoration on objects.  In this workshop we will use a variety of vintage images to create our own unique mixed media boxes.  All materials provided.   About the Instructor: Addie Hirschten is a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author of several books and host of the Studio Alchemy Podcast. When working as an art instructor, Hirschten enjoys helping others to develop their own style and artistic voice, not just copy the instructor.  While developing curriculum for the art classroom Hirschten wrote the book, “The Alchemy of Art: Stories for the Classroom,” a collection of folktales and true stories about artists.  Other books written by Hirschten include “The Alchemy of Painting: Developing Your Style and Purpose,” “Start Selling Your Art: A Guide to Starting a Professional Art Business” and “The Alchemy of Symbols.” Hirschten has recently moved to Abingdon and is renovating an old church to be a home and art studio. Find out more at: www.studioalchemy.art

Homeschool Art Classes: 3D Art and Sculpture: Whimsical Wind Catchers

February 11th: Topic: 3D art and sculpture: Whimsical Wind Catchers13-18 project: Whimsical Wind Catchers: Students will discuss art like installation art and mobiles. Then, they will use various materials like string, yarn, paper, and metal hoops to create their own m......More

February 11th: Topic: 3D art and sculpture: Whimsical Wind Catchers13-18 project: Whimsical Wind Catchers: Students will discuss art like installation art and mobiles. Then, they will use various materials like string, yarn, paper, and metal hoops to create their own mobile or wind catcher.10-12 project: Whimsical Wind Catchers: Students will discuss art like installation art and mobiles. Then, they will use various materials like string, yarn, paper, and metal hoops to create their own mobile or wind catcher.7-9 project: Whimsical Wind Catchers: Students will discuss art like installation art and mobiles. Then, they will use various materials like string, yarn, paper, and metal hoops to create their own mobile or wind catcher.  9:30–11:00 AM: ages 10–12 11:00 AM–12:30 PM: ages 13-18 2:00–3:30 PM: ages 7–9   Homeschool Art Classes: This series of youth art classes is designed to provide homeschooling students with affordable, quality, and fun arts education. Classes will meet once a week on Wednesdays from September through April. All classes can be taken individually but, when taken consecutively, provide a complete curriculum of fine arts knowledge and techniques. Students who participate in any Homeschool Art classes have the option to submit work to the Homeschool Art Student Exhibition that will be on display in the children’s wing of the museum in May.   Classes begin on September 17th and end on April 22nd.   Projects in the first semester (September-December) will be based on the fundamentals of art. Projects in the second semester (January-April) will be based on combining everything that we learned in the first semester with mixed media and sculpture.

Adobe Illustrator Bootcamp

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $200 Time and date(s): 1:00-4:00 Wednesdays   February 11, 28, 25, March 4, 18, 25 6 weeks Location: Digital Lab Skill level: New learners, some experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse......More

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $200 Time and date(s): 1:00-4:00 Wednesdays   February 11, 28, 25, March 4, 18, 25 6 weeks Location: Digital Lab Skill level: New learners, some experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing applications and saving files Audience: Teen-Adult Illustrator is the industry standard vector-based graphic software ideal for creating scalable logos, mobile and web graphics, illustrations, product packaging, typography, signage, billboards, and more. This skill-building course will expose students to the tools and techniques of this platform, preparing them for more intensive work in the software.  

Digital Art Lab, 415 Academy Dr NW, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States

Beginner Fabric Printing & Dyeing

Class Title: Beginner Fabric Printing & Dyeing Instructor: WKM Staff Cost: $160 Time and date(s): Wednesdays, 2/11-3/18 from 2:00-4:30PM (6 weeks) Location: 3D Classroom, Art Lab lower level (stair access only)  Skill level: Beginners Audience: Teen – adult Descript......More

Class Title: Beginner Fabric Printing & Dyeing Instructor: WKM Staff Cost: $160 Time and date(s): Wednesdays, 2/11-3/18 from 2:00-4:30PM (6 weeks) Location: 3D Classroom, Art Lab lower level (stair access only)  Skill level: Beginners Audience: Teen – adult Description: Participants will explore basic techniques for printing and dying cotton fabric. We will work with processes including block carving and printing, stenciling, glue resist, and wax resist on cotton bandanas, handkerchiefs, and flour sack towels. The focus of this class is less on finished product and more on process and experimentation with the goal of getting participants comfortable with printing techniques, unfamiliar tools, and layering color and imagery.

Abstract Portraits for Two

Class Title: Abstract Portraits for Two Instructor: WKMA Staff Cost: $25 for two people Time and date(s): Friday 2/13 from 6:00PM-8:00PM Location: TBD in Art Lab Skill level: Any Audience: Adult Description: Bring your partner, bff, or anyone else to this playful abstra......More

Class Title: Abstract Portraits for Two Instructor: WKMA Staff Cost: $25 for two people Time and date(s): Friday 2/13 from 6:00PM-8:00PM Location: TBD in Art Lab Skill level: Any Audience: Adult Description: Bring your partner, bff, or anyone else to this playful abstract portrait session. You will learn about blind contour drawing and be guided through the steps to create an abstracted portrait of your partner. From there, you will use color, pattern, and collage elements to embellish and finish the portrait in a way that describes who your partner or friend is to you rather than focusing on their physical likeness.

Get to Know Your Film Camera

Photography is so much more than a quick phone snap the hands-on experience of analog processes are undeniably fascinating. Here is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the world of darkroom film photography and alternative processes. Get to Know Your Film Camera intr......More

Photography is so much more than a quick phone snap the hands-on experience of analog processes are undeniably fascinating. Here is your opportunity to get a glimpse into the world of darkroom film photography and alternative processes. Get to Know Your Film Camera introduces students to the basics of shooting with a 35mm film camera. The first part of the class will be spent going over basic camera use and exposure of shooting a roll of Black & White film on the Museum campus. You’ll learn how to load film in your camera, receive tips for shooting manually, and receive 1 on 1 time with the instructor to ask any questions. Morgan Ford is a Fine Art Photographer specializing in B&W Medium Format Photography. Morgan’s  love of art & photography started at a very young age with a sketchbook always in hand, she took her first photography class in highschool and fell in love with the process of light and catching brief moments in time.  Morgan studied at Brooks Institute of Photography and went on to work in advertising in San Francisco after college. After leaving California and advertising behind she resumed her passion for film photography and working in the darkroom. Morgan has had exhibits all over the country showing her Fine Art B&W Photography of beautiful countrysides, wild horses, and dilapidated buildings. She currently resides in Abingdon, VA and has an art gallery on Main St. where she represents regional artists.

Art Lab – William King, 415 Academy Dr NW, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States

Homeschool Art Classes: Fiber Arts: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits

February 18th: Topic: Fiber arts: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits:13-18 project: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits: Students will use felt sheets to create a portrait of a character of their choosing. This will give them a chance to explore with fiber......More

February 18th: Topic: Fiber arts: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits:13-18 project: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits: Students will use felt sheets to create a portrait of a character of their choosing. This will give them a chance to explore with fiber arts materials in a straightforward way!10-12 project: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits: Students will use felt sheets to create a portrait of a character of their choosing. This will give them a chance to explore with fiber arts materials in a straightforward way!7-9 project: Gaming-inspired Fuzzy Character Portraits: Students will use felt sheets to create a portrait of a character of their choosing. This will give them a chance to explore with fiber arts materials in a straightforward way!  9:30–11:00 AM: ages 10–12 11:00 AM–12:30 PM: ages 13-18 2:00–3:30 PM: ages 7–9   Homeschool Art Classes: This series of youth art classes is designed to provide homeschooling students with affordable, quality, and fun arts education. Classes will meet once a week on Wednesdays from September through April. All classes can be taken individually but, when taken consecutively, provide a complete curriculum of fine arts knowledge and techniques. Students who participate in any Homeschool Art classes have the option to submit work to the Homeschool Art Student Exhibition that will be on display in the children’s wing of the museum in May.   Classes begin on September 17th and end on April 22nd.   Projects in the first semester (September-December) will be based on the fundamentals of art. Projects in the second semester (January-April) will be based on combining everything that we learned in the first semester with mixed media and sculpture.

Photoshop Friday!

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $20 Time and date(s): 1:00-2:00 Fridays February 20 Location: Digital Lab Skill level: Some Photoshop experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing applicat......More

Instructor: Alice Salyer Cost: $20 Time and date(s): 1:00-2:00 Fridays February 20 Location: Digital Lab Skill level: Some Photoshop experience. Students should be comfortable with basic computer use, such as using a mouse and keyboard, opening and closing applications and saving files, and have a little Photoshop experience. Audience: Teen-Adult For people who are interested in continuing Photoshop learning, we’ll meet up a couple times a month for Photoshop practice. We’ll do a different practice tutorial or mini-project each session. Students are encouraged to bring in their own projects and Photoshop issues as well

Coming Up Roses: A Floral painting workshop about Roses

Instructor: Donna BirdCost: $97Time and date(s): Saturday, February 21, 10:00-4:00Location: Art LabSkill level: AnyAudience: Adult Learn to paint roses with Donna Bird! Join us for an inspiring one-day floral painting class where you will unlock the secrets to capturin......More

Instructor: Donna BirdCost: $97Time and date(s): Saturday, February 21, 10:00-4:00Location: Art LabSkill level: AnyAudience: Adult Learn to paint roses with Donna Bird! Join us for an inspiring one-day floral painting class where you will unlock the secrets to capturing roses in all their glory! This workshop is designed to help overcome the challenges of floral painting by teaching you to see flowers as abstract shapes, leading to more realistic results. Throughout the day, we’ll cover essential topics, including: Color Mixing: Learn how to achieve vibrant, lifelike hues. Brushwork Techniques: Discover the right techniques to bring your flowers to life. Lighting and Backgrounds: Understand how to enhance your composition. Artistic Inspiration: Explore the work of contemporary floral artists and historical masters, examining their unique approaches to floral painting. This class is ideal for oil and acrylic painters of all skill levels. Some supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite materials. Don’t forget to pack lunch to fuel your creativity! Join us for a day of exploration, creativity, and floral beauty! Donna Bird is a realist painter who uses traditional oil painting methods to interpret contemporary subjects.  Her subject matter covers the disciplines of still life, landscape and portraiture. She prefers to paint directly from life and is particularly interested in pushing the nuances of color in her subjects. The colors are juxtaposed to create atmosphere and convey her response to the moment. Her work is influenced by both modern day and traditional painting masters.

Art Lab – William King, 415 Academy Dr NW, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States

Digital Camera Crash Course

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your camera’s settings and stuck in auto mode? Unlock the full potential of your DSLR or mirrorless camera with this comprehensive 3-hour crash course led by Briana Fillers at the William King Museum of Art. Whether you’re an aspiring phot......More

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your camera’s settings and stuck in auto mode? Unlock the full potential of your DSLR or mirrorless camera with this comprehensive 3-hour crash course led by Briana Fillers at the William King Museum of Art. Whether you’re an aspiring photographer or a hobbyist looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn to master your camera’s manual settings and elevate your photography.Award-winning Bristol-based photographer Briana Fillers will guide you through this crash course drawing on her own experience of transitioning from auto mode in 2010. She’ll help you understand how to adjust settings on your specific DSLR or mirrorless camera to change your photos’ brightness and clarity, allowing you to finally create photos that look just the way you want. Briana will also offer a glimpse into the contents of her camera bag, providing you with valuable tips and tricks accumulated from over a decade of professional experience. At the end of the crash course, you’ll put theory into practice with a short hands-on shooting session that will help you leave with the confidence to keep using your camera after the crash course is finished.To ensure a high-quality learning experience, class size is limited, so reserve your spot by February 14. Young photographers under 18 are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Embrace your camera’s potential – sign up now and start capturing images with confidence! FAQs (you can add more or change these as you see fit) Do I have a Digital SLR or mirrorless camera?  If you can detach the lens from the camera body and replace it with another compatible lens, your camera is likely a DSLR. Is this course suitable for beginners with no prior photography experience? Absolutely! This crash course caters to individuals of all skill levels, including those who are completely new to photography. What should I bring to the class? Please bring a pen to take notes in the provided workbook, your DSLR camera (if you have one), a fully charged battery, and any camera accessories you have. If you don’t own a camera yet, let us know during online registration, and we will have a loaned camera from WKMA ready for you on arrival. Briana Fillers is a brand strategist, designer, and photographer who operates Fillers Consulting in Bristol, TN/VA. With a passion for creating authentic brands and compelling stories, Briana has earned over twenty awards since 2010 in photography, graphic design, web design, branding, writing, and marketing. In 2018, after ten years in the marketing industry, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey to help individuals and businesses connect with their communities and elevate their work throughout the Tri-Cities, Appalachian Highlands, and beyond.

Art Lab – William King, 415 Academy Dr NW, Abingdon, VA, 24210, United States

Homeschool Art Classes: Fiber Arts: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art

February 25th: Topic: Fiber arts: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art 13-18 project: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art: Students will discuss intentionally shredded art, like with Banksy’s Love is in the Bin. Then, they will create their own painting onto a sheet of fabric. After cr......More

February 25th: Topic: Fiber arts: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art 13-18 project: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art: Students will discuss intentionally shredded art, like with Banksy’s Love is in the Bin. Then, they will create their own painting onto a sheet of fabric. After creating their painting, they will attach it to a wooden dowel and cut the fabric up into strips. Lastly, they can choose to leave their painting shredded or to weave the strips back together to give it a textured effect.10-12 project: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art: Students will discuss intentionally shredded art, like with Banksy’s Love is in the Bin. Then, they will create their own painting onto a sheet of fabric. After creating their painting, they will attach it to a wooden dowel and cut the fabric up into strips. Lastly, they can choose to leave their painting shredded or to weave the strips back together to give it a textured effect.7-9 project: Shredded Tapestry Woven Art: Students will discuss intentionally shredded art, like with Banksy’s Love is in the Bin. Then, they will create their own painting onto a sheet of fabric. After creating their painting, they will attach it to a wooden dowel and cut the fabric up into strips. Lastly, they can choose to leave their painting shredded or to weave the strips back together to give it a textured effect.  9:30–11:00 AM: ages 10–12 11:00 AM–12:30 PM: ages 13-18 2:00–3:30 PM: ages 7–9   Homeschool Art Classes: This series of youth art classes is designed to provide homeschooling students with affordable, quality, and fun arts education. Classes will meet once a week on Wednesdays from September through April. All classes can be taken individually but, when taken consecutively, provide a complete curriculum of fine arts knowledge and techniques. Students who participate in any Homeschool Art classes have the option to submit work to the Homeschool Art Student Exhibition that will be on display in the children’s wing of the museum in May.   Classes begin on September 17th and end on April 22nd.   Projects in the first semester (September-December) will be based on the fundamentals of art. Projects in the second semester (January-April) will be based on combining everything that we learned in the first semester with mixed media and sculpture.