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REGISTER FOR 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
(ages 6-12)

Camp: Artists as Inventors - June 3-7 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

ARTISTS AS INVENTORS

Monday - Friday

June 3 – 7, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Have an idea for an invention? Ready to create your next masterpiece ? Learn about the works of Leonardo da Vinci while using science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to create art with a STEAM focus.

Camps are from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. with before- and aftercare 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.

Camp: Printmaking - June 10-14 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

PRINTMAKING - EUROPE

Monday - Friday

June 10-14, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Design your own posters, t-shirts, and other cool items by using stamps, stencils, and screen printing. June camp will study European printmakers.

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.

Camp: Printmaking - July 8-12 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

PRINTMAKING - LATIN AMERICA

Monday - Friday

July 8 - 12, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Design your own posters, t-shirts, and other cool items by using stamps, stencils, and screen printing. July camp will study Latin American printmakers.

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.

Camp: Working with Metal - June 17-21 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

WORKING WITH METAL - EUROPE

Monday - Friday

June 17 - 21, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Use a variety of shiny materials and learn metal tooling techniques. We will create wire sculptures and jewelry and try foil embossing. June camp will study European bronze sculptures.

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.

Camp: Working with Metal - July 15-19 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

WORKING WITH METAL - LATIN AMERICA

Monday - Friday

July 15 - 19, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Use a variety of shiny materials and learn metal tooling techniques. We will create wire sculptures and jewelry and try foil embossing. July camp will study Pre-Columbian metal work.

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.

Camp: Play with Clay - June 24-28 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $180.00

PLAY WITH CLAY - EUROPE

Monday - Friday

June 24 - 28, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

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. June camp will focus on European 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.

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

$15.00 - $180.00

PLAY WITH CLAY - LATIN AMERICA

Monday - Friday

July 22 - 26, 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$180/week or $40/day

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.

Camp: Fiber Art - July 1-3 (ages 6-12)

$15.00 - $108.00

FIBER ART

Monday - Friday

July 1 - 3, 2019 (No camp July 4 or 5.)

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$108/week or $40/day

ages 6-12

Learn how to make fabric into art. We will make dream catchers, woven wall hangings, and felt ornaments. We will learn about weaving techniques and Native American textiles.

Please note that this is a short week, with no camp Thursday, July 4 or Friday, July 5.

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.

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

$15.00 - $180.00

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHERS

Monday - Friday

July 29 - August 2, 2019

$180/week or $40/day

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.

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.

TEENS

Teen Drawing & Painting - Mondays - Berlfein

$75.00

TEEN DRAWING & PAINTING

Stacy Berlfein

1st 4 Mondays of the month

5-7 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.

ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

BASKET WEAVING

Basket Weaving: Laundry / Toy Basket - O'Haver

$85.00

BASKET WEAVING: LAUNDRY / TOY BASKET

Mary O'Haver

Saturday, June 22

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.

The laundry / toy basket has a 10" wood base with two hardwood handles. This basket serves as both functional and home decoration. 13" round, 15" high.

All necessary supplies will be provided.

Basket Weaving: Tool / Tote Basket - O'Haver

$85.00

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.

Basket Weaving: Bicycle / Walker Basket - O'Haver

$85.00

BASKET WEAVING: BICYCLE / WALKER BASKET

Mary O'Haver

Saturday, August 31

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.

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.

CERAMICS

Ceramics - Saturdays - Treviño

$100.00

CERAMICS

Katherine Shevchenko

1st 4 Saturdays of the month

2 - 4 p.m.

$100 / month

Get your hands dirty! Make pottery or sculpted pieces while you learn basic hand-building techniques in clay including coil, slab, and modeling. All kiln firing is included in the fee.

Supplies:

One 25-lb bag of Longhorn White clay (can be purchased at Roadrunner Ceramics)

DRAWING

Jump-Start Drawing - Tuesdays - McBain

$75.00

JUMP-START DRAWING

Robert "Dan" McBain

1st 4 Tuesdays of each month

4-6 p.m.

$75 / month

"Draw" on both sides of your brain to build your skills quickly. Practice fast paced pencil on paper exercises in a fun and laid back environment. Then, create you own works. No experience needed. Instructor and artist Dan McBain will discuss all materials needed on the first day of class.

Supplies List:

a 9 by 12 Sketchbook or larger and drawing pencils

Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays - Berlfein

$75.00

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.

PAINTING

Painting - Mondays - Villarreal

$75.00

Painting

Andy Villarreal

4 - 6 p.m.

1st 4 Mondays of each month

$75 / month

Explore color theory, design, space, and light with the guidance of Andy Villarreal, whose work is part of the prestigious Cheech Marin collection of Chicano art. Use several different painting techniques, and learn different styles of painting.

Supplies List:

2 16"x20" canvas

mixing tray

oil or acrylic paint (same colors for oil or acrylic):

titanium white

phalo blue

cadmium yellow (med)

alizarin crimson (red)

raw umber

yellow ochre

Additionally, for oils:

mineral spirits

linseed oil

Painting - Wednesdays - Villarreal

$75.00

Painting

Andy Villarreal

4 - 6 p.m.

1st 4 Wednesdays of each month

$75 / month

Explore color theory, design, space, and light with the guidance of Andy Villarreal, whose work is part of the prestigious Cheech Marin collection of Chicano art. Use several different painting techniques, and learn different styles of painting.

Supplies List:

2 16"x20" canvas

mixing tray

oil or acrylic paint (same colors for oil or acrylic):

titanium white

phalo blue

cadmium yellow (med)

alizarin crimson (red)

raw umber

yellow ochre

Additionally, for oils:

mineral spirits

linseed oil

Watercolor - Mondays - Denzer

$75.00

WATERCOLOR

Lynn Denzer

1st 4 Mondays of each month

6 - 8 p.m.

$75 / month

Master the medium of watercolor with Lynn Denzer, who shows her work throughout San Antonio and Mexico. Start with basic techniques and then experiment to get truly magical results.

Supply List:

Paint:

(Small 5 ml to 15 ml tubes.)

Primaries, one of these triads:

· Windsor Blue, Windsor Red, Windsor Yellow or

· Ultramarine Blue, Permanent Rose, Transparent Yellow (a favorite) - Windsor Newton

· Pthalo Blue/green shade, Alizarin Crimson, Lemon Yellow- Daniel Smith

Secondaries: You can get secondary (orange, green, violet) and other colors, or wait until first day to see my samples. Other brands I like are QOR, Holbien.

Large plastic divided palette. You need extra room for mixing, in center or larger areas. Covered palettes are nice to have.

Paper: Aproximately 11x15”. Arches, or Fabriano 100 percent cotton. It is mportant to get quality paper.

Brushes:

Assortment of round and filbert brushes from very small, size 0, to 16. At least 4 rounds. Princeton, Silver, and Simmons are good brands, but there are others. You can wait to see my wash brushes, if you prefer.

Large (1 to 2 quart) clear jar

drawing pad or paper and clip board

AND:

Pencil, sharpener, eraser, pocket folder for samples, ruler

Masking fluid

Possibly other household items and images or photos, as we progress.

Optional/or wait for class:

· Wood or particle board (at least 12”x 15”)

· Masking tape or large clips

I prefer shopping at Asel Art, Jerry’s or Herwecks. Ask if Inspire student discount is available.

Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays - Berlfein

$75.00

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.

Senior Painting - Thursdays - McBain

$50.00

SENIOR PAINTING

Robert "Dan" McBain

Thursdays

1 - 3 p.m.

$50 / month

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.

WELDING

Beginning Welding - Weeknights

$30.00 - $355.00

WELDING

Oscar Saenz, III

6 - 9 p.m.

$355 + $30 one-time materials fee

Play with fire at Inspire! Learn the basics of welding and metal fabrication. In this class we teach you everything you need to get started welding mild steel using flux core arc welding.

Bring a welding helmet (preferably an auto darkening welding helmet), welding gloves, long sleeve cotton shirt, safety glasses and work boots. Wear jeans without holes.

Choose from the following sessions:

Mondays: 8 sessions, June 3 - July 22
Tuesdays: 8 sessions, June 4 - July 23
Wednesdays: 8 sessions, June 5 - July 24
Thursdays: 8 sessions, June 6 - August 1 (no class July 4)

You may pay your one-time materials fee online here or at the first class.

Beginning Welding - Weekends

$30.00 - $355.00

WELDING

Andrew Malczewski

$355 + $30 one-time materials fee

See below for details

Play with fire at Inspire! Learn the basics of welding and metal fabrication. In this class we teach you everything you need to get started welding mild steel using flux core arc welding.

Bring a welding helmet (preferably an auto darkening welding helmet), welding gloves, long sleeve cotton shirt, safety glasses and work boots. Wear jeans without holes.

Choose from the following sessions:

Saturday mornings, 9 a.m. - noon: 8 sessions, June 8 - July 27
Sunday afternoons, 1 - 4 p.m.: 8 sessions, June 9 - July 28

You may pay your one-time materials fee online here or at the first class.

Intermediate Welding

$30.00 - $355.00

INTERMEDIATEWELDING

Andrew Malczewski

$355 + $30 one-time materials fee

See below for details

Build on the skills you learned in our Beginning Welding class.

Prerequisite: Beginning Welding or, with instructor approval, previous welding experience.

Saturday afternoons, 1 - 4 p.m.: 8 sessions, June 8 - July 27

You may pay your one-time materials fee online here or at the first class.

WORKSHOPS

Try It Thursdays - 2019 Summer

$50.00

Try It Thursdays

Inspire Staff

6-9 p.m.

$50/person

June 20 - Garden Mosaic Sculptures - Whether you're dreaming of an English cottage garden, a Parisian formal pathway, or a Tuscan patio, create a signature piece for your outdoor space using tile, plaster of Paris, and other found objects. You create the design, we'll guide you through it.

July 18: Fabric Collage - Create a unique textile to hang on your wall using embroidery and quilting methods. Inspired by traditional American quilts and the artwork of Faith Ringgold.