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EXPLORING WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Artist-Instructor: Sunny Krchmar

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Fridays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us to jump start your creativity and be inspired by a variety of watercolor exercises. Students of all skill lev-els are welcome and will work at their own pace in les-sons that explore value, layering, and understanding the movement of watercolor painting.

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TAPE IT UP
October Crescent Moon
Artist-Instructor: Jeff Ocasio

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sculpt an October Crescent Moon with Jeff Ocasio during this fun, hands-on, class. You’ll learn his technique of sculpting with masking tape, including all the basics of shaping and constructing with this unusual medium. In this three-hour beginner-friendly class, you’ll transform a roll of masking tape, glass marbles and wire into a charming crescent moon that hangs from the ceiling.

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Artisan Fused-Glass Jewelry:
From Kiln to Wearable Art
Artist-Instructor: Petra Kaiser

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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October 14, 15, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Discover the vibrant world of kiln-formed glass in this hands-on, multi-session workshop. Whether you are a seasoned fuser or a complete beginner, this class guides you through the process of designing, firing, and finishing stunning glass pendants that capture light and color. All levels welcome.

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THE SECRET WEAPONS OF COLORED PENCIL
Master Artist-Instructor: Melissa Miller Nece

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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October 19 & 20, 2026 Monday & Tuesday From 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
As a fine art medium, colored pencil is versatile, inexpensive, and easy to master. Whether you are new to colored pencils or experienced with them, you will discover techniques for effective results. Working with specialty erasers and household items, you will learn how to smooth and blend color and to create convincing textures rapidly.

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EXPLORING PRINTMAKING:
Monotype/Monoprint
Artist-Instructor: Deb Zwetsch

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026 From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Artists of all levels are welcome to explore the art of printmaking. We will approach printmaking through monotype and monoprint using a Sturges press and then incorporate collage, along with using additive and subtractive methods.

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LET’S MAKE ORCHID & SUCCULENT PLANTERS
Master Artist-Instructor: Gus Miranda

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, October 27, 28, 29, 2026 From 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Students interested in expanding their pottery skills while creating functional ceramic pieces for their home or garden will create a collection of beautiful, functional planters designed specifically for orchids and succulents.

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Beginning Potter’s Wheel
Artist-Instructor: Dana Nicloy

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Mondays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
During this 6-week course, beginning students will learn the basics of throwing clay on the pottery wheel, learning how to wedge, center, and start on a path to making many different shapes.

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