Arts & Crafts Programs for Children
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Paint Parties with Jann
Join instructor Jann Stephens to create charming, decorative pieces to brighten your home for the season.
For less than you would spend on supplies, you will enjoy painting wonderful paintings on wood or canvas in
acrylics. Jann’s fun and lighthearted style, plus instructive painting tips and techniques, will leave you with a
smile and pride in your finished product. Bring a friend, and have some fun! Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
FIREFLIES AT NIGHT
Wednesday, June 12
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35160
LANTERN WITH FIREFLIES
Thursday, June 13
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35161
LAVENDER IN A BUCKET
Wednesday, July 17
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35162
BUMBLE BEE ON A DANDELION
Thursday, July 18
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35163
SUNFLOWERS IN CERAMIC VASE
Wednesday, August 14
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34923
ODE TO VAN GOGH SUNFLOWERS
Thursday, August 15
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34924
Painting Your Pet Portraits in Acrylics
Come create an homage to your favorite furry friend in this pet portrait class! Your pet will be honored on
a 9x12 canvas, using acrylics. Please email the instructor at Joanwilkesart@gmail.com at least a week in advance, with a picture of your pet. Instructor: Joan Wilkes
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Wednesday, June 5
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34326
Saturday, July 13
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34327
Wednesday, August 21
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34328
Painting From Your Photos
We all have photos that would make wonderful, heartfelt paintings: homes or other buildings, vacation
memories, landscapes, florals -- even people! Instructor Joan Wilkes will help you turn your photos into
acrylic paintings by transferring outlines to canvas and sharing her transparent layering technique that has
proven successful for all levels of painters. After registering for class, please email the picture you would like
to paint to instructor Joan Wilkes at Joanwilkesart@gmail.com. She will need a few days before the class to
transfer your photo outlines to your canvas. All materials provided.
Instructor: Joan Wilkes
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Saturday, June 15
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34329
Wednesday, July 24
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34330
Saturday, August 10
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34331
Acrylic Painting Classes
Channel your inner Monet and create a dreamy waterscape filled with lilies reminiscent of Monet’s famous
works. The instructor will guide you step by step making it perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike.
Learn the brushstrokes and techniques used by Monet to capture the essence of light and movement. This
class is open to all levels. All materials for the class will be provided by the instructor. Ages 12-Adult.
Instructor: Sudheshna Bishoy
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville
Monet Lilies
Saturday, June 22
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35037
Northern Lights
Saturday, July 13
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35041
Pet Portraits
Saturday, July 27
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35038
Textured Painting
Take your artwork to a new level with our exciting Textured Painting class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll
explore the world of texture and its power to create depth and visual interest in your paintings. Textured art
offers stylist simplicity as well as stunning depth to the finished artwork. We’ll explore acrylic paints, molding
paste, and the use of tools like palette knives. You will be guided through the entire process of creating the
texture and effects and how to get perfect finishes on a 16x20” canvas board. Ages 12-Adult.
This workshop will be conducted in two sessions:
Session 1 (one hour) - Foundation & exploration - Prepare the canvas with plain medium and create the
texture
Session 2 (two hours) - Paint the dried canvas and take home your stunning piece of artwork.
No prior experience is necessary! This class is open to all levels. Our instructor will guide you through the
process, step-by-step, providing helpful tips and tricks. All materials for the class will be provided by the
instructor.
NOTE: Students will have the option to create a set of two paintings if they desire. This is completely optional.
*If you wish to create a set, an additional supply fee of $30.00 will be due to the instructor at the beginning
of the first class. There is no supply fee for creating a single painting. Instructor: Sudheshna Bishoy
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville
Session 1
Saturday, June 8
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Activity #35042
Session 2
Saturday, June 15
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting
Join Certified Ross Instructor®, Quintin Burlingame, as he leads
students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet
Technique® made famous on the PBS program, The Joy of Painting®.
Students of all skill levels will learn techniques that culminate in a
beautiful, finished 12x16 oil painting in just 2.5 hours. Enrollment is limited. All materials and supplies are provided. Ages 11-Adult.
Workshops are offered monthly at WCPR facilities in Franklin, Fairview,
Longview in Spring Hill, and Nolensville.
For more information, contact the instructor at paintingwithQ@gmail.com or Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Gray Mountain
Saturday, June 8
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Franklin Recreation Complex
Activity #33989
Sunday, June 9
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Franklin Recreation Complex
Activity #33991
Sunday, June 16
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairview Recreation Complex
Activity #33993
Kids Jewelry Making
Come learn how to make a beaded elastic bracelet and necklace with jewelry designer Elizabeth Chittenden.
All supplies needed to make the jewelry will be provided. Ages 6-10
Instructor: Elizabeth Chittenden
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Saturday, July 7
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #32107
Join instructor Jann Stephens to create charming, decorative pieces to brighten your home for the season.
For less than you would spend on supplies, you will enjoy painting wonderful paintings on wood or canvas in
acrylics. Jann’s fun and lighthearted style, plus instructive painting tips and techniques, will leave you with a
smile and pride in your finished product. Bring a friend, and have some fun! Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
FIREFLIES AT NIGHT
Wednesday, June 12
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35160
LANTERN WITH FIREFLIES
Thursday, June 13
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35161
LAVENDER IN A BUCKET
Wednesday, July 17
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35162
BUMBLE BEE ON A DANDELION
Thursday, July 18
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #35163
SUNFLOWERS IN CERAMIC VASE
Wednesday, August 14
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34923
ODE TO VAN GOGH SUNFLOWERS
Thursday, August 15
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34924
Painting Your Pet Portraits in Acrylics
Come create an homage to your favorite furry friend in this pet portrait class! Your pet will be honored on
a 9x12 canvas, using acrylics. Please email the instructor at Joanwilkesart@gmail.com at least a week in advance, with a picture of your pet. Instructor: Joan Wilkes
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Wednesday, June 5
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34326
Saturday, July 13
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34327
Wednesday, August 21
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34328
Painting From Your Photos
We all have photos that would make wonderful, heartfelt paintings: homes or other buildings, vacation
memories, landscapes, florals -- even people! Instructor Joan Wilkes will help you turn your photos into
acrylic paintings by transferring outlines to canvas and sharing her transparent layering technique that has
proven successful for all levels of painters. After registering for class, please email the picture you would like
to paint to instructor Joan Wilkes at Joanwilkesart@gmail.com. She will need a few days before the class to
transfer your photo outlines to your canvas. All materials provided.
Instructor: Joan Wilkes
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. Ages 11.5-Adult.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Saturday, June 15
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34329
Wednesday, July 24
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Activity #34330
Saturday, August 10
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Activity #34331
Acrylic Painting Classes
Channel your inner Monet and create a dreamy waterscape filled with lilies reminiscent of Monet’s famous
works. The instructor will guide you step by step making it perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts alike.
Learn the brushstrokes and techniques used by Monet to capture the essence of light and movement. This
class is open to all levels. All materials for the class will be provided by the instructor. Ages 12-Adult.
Instructor: Sudheshna Bishoy
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville
Monet Lilies
Saturday, June 22
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35037
Northern Lights
Saturday, July 13
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35041
Pet Portraits
Saturday, July 27
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #35038
Textured Painting
Take your artwork to a new level with our exciting Textured Painting class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll
explore the world of texture and its power to create depth and visual interest in your paintings. Textured art
offers stylist simplicity as well as stunning depth to the finished artwork. We’ll explore acrylic paints, molding
paste, and the use of tools like palette knives. You will be guided through the entire process of creating the
texture and effects and how to get perfect finishes on a 16x20” canvas board. Ages 12-Adult.
This workshop will be conducted in two sessions:
Session 1 (one hour) - Foundation & exploration - Prepare the canvas with plain medium and create the
texture
Session 2 (two hours) - Paint the dried canvas and take home your stunning piece of artwork.
No prior experience is necessary! This class is open to all levels. Our instructor will guide you through the
process, step-by-step, providing helpful tips and tricks. All materials for the class will be provided by the
instructor.
NOTE: Students will have the option to create a set of two paintings if they desire. This is completely optional.
*If you wish to create a set, an additional supply fee of $30.00 will be due to the instructor at the beginning
of the first class. There is no supply fee for creating a single painting. Instructor: Sudheshna Bishoy
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville
Session 1
Saturday, June 8
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Activity #35042
Session 2
Saturday, June 15
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bob Ross Certified Oil Painting
Join Certified Ross Instructor®, Quintin Burlingame, as he leads
students of all skill levels through the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet
Technique® made famous on the PBS program, The Joy of Painting®.
Students of all skill levels will learn techniques that culminate in a
beautiful, finished 12x16 oil painting in just 2.5 hours. Enrollment is limited. All materials and supplies are provided. Ages 11-Adult.
Workshops are offered monthly at WCPR facilities in Franklin, Fairview,
Longview in Spring Hill, and Nolensville.
For more information, contact the instructor at paintingwithQ@gmail.com or Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Gray Mountain
Saturday, June 8
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Franklin Recreation Complex
Activity #33989
Sunday, June 9
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Franklin Recreation Complex
Activity #33991
Sunday, June 16
1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairview Recreation Complex
Activity #33993
Kids Jewelry Making
Come learn how to make a beaded elastic bracelet and necklace with jewelry designer Elizabeth Chittenden.
All supplies needed to make the jewelry will be provided. Ages 6-10
Instructor: Elizabeth Chittenden
For more information, contact Liz Friend at Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
Location: Franklin Recreation Complex
Saturday, July 7
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activity #32107
