This workshop is for all those who have wanted to explore watercolor painting. You will discuss materials as well as techniques, color mixing, composition and different paper and paints. All materials will be supplied to complete a painting from start to finish with step-by-step instructions. Just bring a snack and a drink and go home with a finished watercolor of fall leaves. This is a fun class in a relaxed atmosphere where students will learn the techniques used in the weekly class and it will enable you to feel more comfortable if you choose to continue with watercolor. Students are welcome to bring their own brushes, but not required. Materials fee: $20, payable to the instructor. Maddie Lou Chaplin is a full-time professional artist who works with watercolors, acrylics, and oils. Her art has received widespread recognition and numerous awards. Saturday, 4/8, 9:00am-1:30pm, GMS, $45

Learn the art of wet and needle felting. This is an old-time craft that involves fusing the wool fibers together with hot water and soap (wet felting) and interlocking fibers with a special barbed needle (needle felting). It is easy to learn but hard to put down! No experience necessary. Register early: this class will take only 10 students. Instructor: Deb Harmon Saturday, 4/8, 9:00am-3:00pm, Gorham Arts Alliance, $59 (materials included) (Gorham Arts Alliance is located at 34 School St., Gorham, ME.)

The three-strand braided wool rug is reminiscent of an era when rag rugs were considered an affordable way to reuse worn clothing and blankets to create a rug for the home. On the first day, participants will learn how to choose the right wool and begin the braiding process. The 2nd class will focus on shaping the braid and lacing. The materials included will allow each participant to make a small trivet or chair seat. Register early; this class will take only 8 students. Instructor: Lorraine Valentine 2 classes – Saturdays, 3/11 & 3/18, 9:00am-11:30am, Gorham Arts Alliance, $59 (materials included) Gorham Arts Alliance is located at 34 School St., Gorham, ME.

The three-strand braided wool rug is reminiscent of an era when rag rugs were considered an affordable way to reuse worn clothing and blankets to create a rug for the home. On the first day, participants will learn how to choose the right wool and begin the braiding process. The 2nd class will focus on shaping the braid and lacing. The materials included will allow each participant to make a small trivet or chair seat. Register early; this class will take only 8 students. Instructor: Lorraine Valentine 2 classes – Saturdays, 3/25 and 4/1, 9:00am-11:30am, Gorham Arts Alliance, $59 (materials included). Gorham Arts Alliance is located at 34 School St., Gorham, ME.

Represent your own designs in the medium of glass! Participants will learn to develop ideas into quick sketches and then into a full-scale design. From there we will play with shapes, colors and textures to bring your design to life. Participants will learn how to pick out and cut glass accurately, use a grinder, foil and solder resulting in an original piece. Register early; this class will take only 8 students. Instructor: Deb Harmon 3 classes – Wednesdays, 1/11-1/25, 6:00-8:30pm, Gorham Arts Alliance, $59 (materials included) (Gorham Arts Alliance is located at 34 School St., Gorham, ME.)

Boost your skills to new heights with step-by-step instruction and the support and encouragement of your teacher and fellow students. Each week a new theme is introduced and a specific technique is demonstrated. A list of materials will be mailed upon registration. Maddie Lou Chaplin is a full-time professional artist who works with watercolors, acrylics, and oils. Her art has received widespread recognition and numerous awards. Session I: 4 classes, Thursdays, 1/5-1/26, 9:00-11:30am, GMS, $72

Boost your skills to new heights with step-by-step instruction and the support and encouragement of your teacher and fellow students. Each week a new theme is introduced and a specific technique is demonstrated. A list of materials will be mailed upon registration. Maddie Lou Chaplin is a full-time professional artist who works with watercolors, acrylics, and oils. Her art has received widespread recognition and numerous awards. Session II: 4 classes, Thursdays, 2/2-3/2 (no class 2/23), 9:00-11:30am, GMS, $72

Students may take this course to learn the basics of clay wheel throwing or to continue to develop one’s skills. Basics of centering, pulling, forming and trimming will be learned. Low fire glaze will be done to add color to the finished pots. Register early; this class will take only 6 students. Instructor: Anne Alexander 5 classes – Tuesdays, 1/10-2/7, 6:00-8:30pm, Gorham Arts Alliance, $140 (materials included) (Gorham Arts Alliance is located at 34 School St., Gorham, Maine.)