2019 Summer Classes

Explore your creative side at Inspire this summer! We have classes for beginners and those with experience; for kids, teens, adults, and families. Join us and learn something new!

Summer session runs from May 1 through August 31. (Dates for each class are listed in descriptions.)
All classes are held at our studios at 1941 & 1943 N. New Braunfels unless otherwise stated in course description.
Registration policies and student information forms are here.
Scholarship application form is here.
See our calendar here for FREE events that don't require registration!

YOUTH CLASSES & CAMPS

KIDS' CAMPS
(ages 6-12)

Camp: Play with Clay - July 22-26 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

Sold out

PLAY WITH CLAY - LATIN AMERICA

Monday - Friday

July 22 - 26, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week

ages 6-12

Get your hands dirty and explore using different types of clay. We will make pinch pots, mosaics, and glaze Talavera-style tiles. July camp will focus on Pre-Columbian pottery.

Camps are from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. with before- and after-care available for an additional fee. Camps are designed for children 6-12 years old. Students should being their own lunch, water bottle, and snack.

Aftercare:

Aftercare is available for an additional $15 per day and is available from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please pick up your child no later than 4:00 p.m.
Beforecare is included with your purchase of aftercare and is available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Shop

Camp: Young Photographers - July 29 - Aug 2 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

Sold out

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHERS

Monday - Friday

July 29 - August 2, 2019

$180/week

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

ages 6-12

Bring your camera (or borrow one of ours) and learn how to be a photographer! We will use film, digital, and alternative techniques. We will also create a photo zine inspired by Latin American photographers.

Aftercare:

Aftercare is available for an additional $15 per day and is available from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please pick up your child no later than 4:00 p.m.
Beforecare is included with your purchase of aftercare and is available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Shop

KIDS' CLASSES
(ages 6-12)

TEEN CLASSES

Teen Art - August - Berlfein

$75.00

Sold out

TEEN ART

Stacy Berlfein

Mondays, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26

6-8 pm

$75 / month

This is not your high school art class. Take your love of art to the next level by exploring how to bring your vision of the world to the page. Instructor Stacy Berlfein will introduce you to the basics. As you progress, you'll discover elements of your unique artistic style, and even develop a portfolio that can be used in competitions or applications to art schools.

Supply List:

Drawing students should bring paper and drawing utensils of their choice.

Painters should bring paint (acrylic or water mixable oils), brushes, canvas or canvas paper, palette knife, palette, and paper towels.

Shop

ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

BASKET WEAVING

Basket Weaving: Tool / Tote Basket - O'Haver

$85.00

Sold out

BASKET WEAVING: TOOL / TOTE BASKET

Mary O'Haver

Saturday, July 27

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

$85

We found your new hobby: basket weaving! Dive into this versatile medium and create three-dimensional creations for your home. Work with Mary O'Haver, who is a member of several basket weaving guilds throughout the U.S.

Whether you utilize it to transport tools or not is up to you, the options are endless for a versatile tote. Base 8" x 18", 8" high with shaker tape for handles.

All necessary supplies will be provided.

Shop

Basket Weaving: Bicycle / Walker Basket - O'Haver

$85.00

Sold out

BASKET WEAVING: BICYCLE / WALKER BASKET

Mary O'Haver

Saturday, August 31

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

$85

Use to tote lunch or travel mug. Includes buckle leather handles. Base 5" x 10", 7 1/2" high.

All necessary supplies will be provided.

Shop

DRAWING

Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays - Berlfein

$75.00

Sold out

DRAWING & PAINTING

Stacy Berlfein

1st 4 Wednesdays of the month

6 - 8 p.m.

$75 / month

Bring in an image to re-create or design one of your own to work on under the guidance of Stacy Berlfein. Begin by drawing your image, then make it come to life with painting.

Supply List:

Drawing students should bring paper and drawing utensils of their choice.

Painters should bring paint (acrylic or water mixable oils), brushes, canvas or canvas paper, palette knife, palette, and paper towels.

Shop

PAINTING

Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays - Berlfein

$75.00

Sold out

DRAWING & PAINTING

Stacy Berlfein

1st 4 Wednesdays of the month

6 - 8 p.m.

$75 / month

Bring in an image to re-create or design one of your own to work on under the guidance of Stacy Berlfein. Begin by drawing your image, then make it come to life with painting.

Supply List:

Drawing students should bring paper and drawing utensils of their choice.

Painters should bring paint (acrylic or water mixable oils), brushes, canvas or canvas paper, palette knife, palette, and paper towels.

Shop

Senior Painting

$37.50

SENIOR PAINTING

Robert "Dan" McBain

Thursdays

November 21

December 5, 12

1 - 3 p.m.

$37.50 (3 classes)

Socialize with some of the coolest seniors in town, along with instructor Dan McBain, while you create a masterpiece of your design. While acrylic is the main medium, participants are welcome to bring whatever medium they feel most comfortable in.

Shop