Upcoming events.
Tween Art Class - Tuesday in 2034/24 School Year
This class is geared towards beginning Tween students, and to bridge the gap for long term students of the Art Exploration class who are ready to move on to working on individual projects in preparation for the teen class. The class offers both instruction and guided critique, adjusted to each student’s current skill level. Students can request guidance in areas they are interested in, whether drawing, painting, mixed media, or abstract.
Art Explorations for Kids - Wednesdays for the 2023/24 School Year
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of Wednesday classes when students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays in 2023/24 School Year
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Wednesday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Thursdays in 2023/24 School Year
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of classes where students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in 2023/24 School Year
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Exploration Summer Camp: June 3 - June 7
Children Ages 6 - 10 will spend the week with Ms. Carmen learning drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage making in this class for beginning artists. This class is highly popular throughout the school year, and is now available for summer!
Art Journaling for Tweens Summer Camp: June 10 - June 14
Students ages 9-12 will customize the cover and keep an art journal filled with writing, sketches, ideas, and artwork. Collage, drawing, painting techniques and journal prompts will be given for this class.
Art In Nature Summer Camp: June 17 - June 21
Students aged 7-11 will spend the week with Ms. Carmen focusing on integrating the natural world into their artwork. They will gather objects from the trails to use as drawing and painting tools, create eco prints using natural pigments from leaves and fruits, make handmade paper, and hike the nature trails, and keep a sketchbook inspired by the world around us. A fantastic (and fun!) way to integrate the local flora and fauna into art education.
Abstract Painting Camp for Tweens and Teens: 3 - day mini camp June 24-June 26
In this three day mini course, students ages 11-15 will discuss both composition and color while learning a variety of techniques to produce their own abstract acrylic and mixed media work. Perfect for students wanting to use their creative freedom to create an original piece of art. Instructor will provide all supplies as well as Bristol paper to work on, but students may bring their own canvas if desired.
2024 Theater Summer Camp: James and the Giant Peach
We are so thrilled to be hosted by the Pascagoula-Gautier school district again, and this year for James and the Giant Peach!!! Students aged 7-14 will learn the ins and outs of live, stage performance with professional lighting and sound. We embrace a nurturing and supportive approach where all campers have an active on-stage role in the show, although we do welcome backstage campers who want to learn the ins and outs of costuming, set design, sound, etc - just please note that in your registration. This camp is always a highlight of the summer for our young patrons AND their parents. Carpooling from Ocean Springs will be available!
Painting for Kids Summer Camp: July 8 - July 12
Children ages 7-11 will be introduced to a whole new set of artists this week, focusing on influential modern and contemporary artists, and create their own paintings and projects based on the styles of these incredible artists. Students will also be provided a notebook and examples of work, so that they may record notes, and ideas to help them learn more about these art dynamos, and log their own creative ideas! (Age 6 welcome, but very light writing involved)
Jr. Chef Camp: Mornings of July 15 - July 19
This is a hands-on camp where kids ages 7-14 will learn the basics of kitchen safety, knife usage, recipe following, and trusting your taste buds!
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Jr. Chef Camp: Afternoons of July 15 - July 19
This is a hands-on camp where kids ages 7-14 will learn the basics of kitchen safety, knife usage, recipe following, and trusting your taste buds!
Click for of daily menus for the week!
Art Exploration Encore! Summer Camp: July 15 - July 19
Children Ages 6 - 10 will spend the week with Ms. Carmen learning drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage making in this class for beginning artists. This class is highly popular throughout the school year, and is now available for summer!
Creative Collage Camp: July 22 - July 26
Students ages 6-11 will spend the week creating landscape, animal, and other collages with papers they will prepare using a variety of experimental techniques. A wonderful way to explore pattern, shape, and color. Perfect for little artists with BIG imaginations!
Mental Health First Aid from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Youth Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program. It teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge, how to listen nonjudgmentally and give reassurance to a youth who may be experiencing a mental health challenge, and how to refer a person to appropriate professional support and service.
FALL OPEN HOUSE EVENT
It is that time of year when we simply can’t help but show off the beautiful Twelve Oaks Property with a little bit of fall family fun and LOT of art. If you’ve been eye-ing this delightful little house in the woods and have been wondering what it is all about, come on out and join us!! This is a wonderful day for ALL ages with so much to do.
2023 Theater Summer Camp: ANNIE
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations... and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Jr. Chef Camp: Afternoons of June 19 - June 23
This is a hands-on camp where kids ages 7-14 will learn the basics of kitchen safety, knife usage, recipe following, and trusting your taste buds!
Click for the daily menu for the week!
Jr. Chef Camp: Mornings of June 19-June 23
This is a hands-on camp where kids ages 7-14 will learn the basics of kitchen safety, knife usage, recipe following, and trusting your taste buds!
Click for details on the daily menu for the week.
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in February 2023
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Teen Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays in February 2023
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Wednesday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Thursdays in January 2023
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of classes where students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Tween Art Class - Tuesday in January 2023
This class is geared towards beginning Tween students, and to bridge the gap for long term students of the Art Exploration class who are ready to move on to working on individual projects in preparation for the teen class. The class offers both instruction and guided critique, adjusted to each student’s current skill level. Students can request guidance in areas they are interested in, whether drawing, painting, mixed media, or abstract.
Pusharata Baking Class - for TWO!
If you’ve lived on the MS Gulf Coast for any amount of time, then you know this time of year is the time for the Pusharatas!
Pusharatas are traditional a Yugoslavian pastry that is similar to a small fried donut that's filled with fruit and covered with a powdered-sugar glaze.
Make Your Own Glass Blown Ornament
Join instructor Solange Ledwith as she walks you through the art of glass blowing. You will have one-on-one instruction as you chose your colors and fire your own ornament.
Art Explorations for Kids - Wednesdays in December 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of Wednesday classes when students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Tween Art Class - Tuesday in December 2022
This class is geared towards beginning Tween students, and to bridge the gap for long term students of the Art Exploration class who are ready to move on to working on individual projects in preparation for the teen class. The class offers both instruction and guided critique, adjusted to each student’s current skill level. Students can request guidance in areas they are interested in, whether drawing, painting, mixed media, or abstract.
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in December 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in November 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Thursdays in November 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of classes where students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays in November 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Wednesday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Wednesdays in November 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of Wednesday classes when students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Tween Art Class - Tuesday in November 2022 Series
This class is geared towards beginning Tween students, and to bridge the gap for long term students of the Art Exploration class who are ready to move on to working on individual projects in preparation for the teen class. The class offers both instruction and guided critique, adjusted to each student’s current skill level. Students can request guidance in areas they are interested in, whether drawing, painting, mixed media, or abstract.
Hand Building Mugs
This class is perfect for both the novice who wants to try something new AND the more experienced sculptor. Students will first learn to make cup forms using a bisque fired mold, then create and connect handles, and lastly decorate the mug as they desire. Students will have access to all of the tools required to come up with any design their creative mind can imagine. The mugs will be kiln fired for food safety and available for pick up a week after class. This class is for ages 10 and up - minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Art Explorations for Kids - Thursdays in October 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of classes where students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays in October 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Wednesday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Wednesdays in October 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of Wednesday classes when students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in September 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Thursdays in September 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of classes where students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Teen Drawing and Painting - Wednesdays in September 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Wednesday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.
Art Explorations for Kids - Wednesdays in September 2022
This weekly art class taught by Carmen Lugo is a fan favorite! Sign up for a series of Wednesday classes when students will learn everything from fundamentals of drawing (including contour drawing and shading), collage, mixed media, painting, printmaking, color theory, and more!
Tween Art Class - Tuesday in September 2022 Series
This class is geared towards beginning Tween students, and to bridge the gap for long term students of the Art Exploration class who are ready to move on to working on individual projects in preparation for the teen class. The class offers both instruction and guided critique, adjusted to each student’s current skill level. Students can request guidance in areas they are interested in, whether drawing, painting, mixed media, or abstract.
Hand Building Mugs
This class is perfect for both the novice who wants to try something new AND the more experienced sculptor. Students will first learn to make cup forms using a bisque fired mold, then create and connect handles, and lastly decorate the mug as they desire. Students will have access to all of the tools required to come up with any design their creative mind can imagine. The mugs will be kiln fired for food safety and available for pick up a week after class. This class is for ages 10 and up - minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Teen Drawing and Painting - Thursdays in August 2022
Fundamentals of drawing and painting are taught in this Thursday weekly class, tailored to the students skill level, then teens are encouraged to bring their own concepts and ideas to life with guided instruction. Mixed media, non-objective, abstract work are welcome and encouraged in this class.