Adult Visual Arts
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, our adult visual art classes are designed to inspire and refine your artistic talents.
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Adult Visual Art Classes
Looking for a pottery class near Denver? What about a photography class? At the Trails Recreation Center, we offer a variety of adult visual art classes that provide a hands-on experience for individuals of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get started with pottery, an experienced painter wanting a place to practice, or just getting into photography, our classes and workshops offer a welcoming environment for artistic exploration and expression. We also offer kids visual art classes to keep your kids and teenagers entertained.
Pottery Classes: Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of hand-building, wheel-throwing, glazing, and firing. From beginner basics to advanced techniques, there’s something for everyone.
Sculpture Workshops: Create three-dimensional artworks using clay as your medium. Learn techniques such as modeling, carving, and assemblage to bring your ideas to life.
Hand-Building: Learn to create pottery pieces using slab construction, coil building, and pinching methods. Experiment with textures, shapes, and forms to craft unique and personalized artworks.
Photography: Dive into the world of digital photography. Understand the intricacies of digital cameras, editing software, and digital workflows. Perfect for those looking to master modern photography tools and techniques.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, our adult visual art classes are designed to inspire and refine your artistic talents.
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Painting: 16+ years
Artist’s Studio offers a painting class centered on exploration, experimentation, and play. By engaging in playful interactions with various materials, participants gain insight into the characteristics of paint and techniques for optimal utilization. This course provides opportunities to delve into either watercolor or acrylic mediums. Under the guidance of our instructor, individuals receive personalized coaching to navigate the intricacies of the painting process. Whether aspiring to refine existing works or embark on a journey towards becoming a proficient painter, our instructor adeptly facilitates both objectives.Unlock your inner artist with a sculpting class! Learn to use sculpting tools to create and sculpt clay into beautiful creations, mystical creatures, or anything else your mind can imagine out of clay with help and guidance from an experienced instructor.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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| Artist's Studio (Apr 16-May 11) | 16-102 | Monday | 9:30am - 12:00pm | Apr 6th, 2026 | May 11th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 4 | Enroll |
Photography — Digital Photography with an SLR: 16+ years
Get ready to master manual photography with a digital photography class that’ll teach you how to use your DSLR camera. Learn more about aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, composition, and other technical skills required to take a photo from ordinary to extraordinary.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Photography with an SLR (Apr 15-May 6) | 16-102 | Wednesday | 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Apr 15th, 2026 | May 6th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 10 | Enroll |
Photography — Editing in Adobe Lightroom: 16+ years
Learn to edit photography in Adobe Lightroom. Learn how to make colors pop, bring out the beauty of the sky, clear skin blemishes and more!
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
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Pottery — Hand Building 101 : 16+ years
Hand Building Pottery 101 is a twist on a traditional pottery class. Instead of using a potters wheel, students will learn how to use their hands, fingers and everyday objects as tools to create unique designs and functional ceramic pieces. Students will not only learn the fundamentals of clay, but glaze too.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hand Building 101 (Apr 14-May 19) | 16-101 | Tuesday | 10:00am - 1:00pm | Apr 14th, 2026 | May 19th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Hand Building 101 (Jun 2-Jul 7) | 16-101 | Tuesday | 10:00am - 1:00pm | Jun 2nd, 2026 | Jul 7th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 2 | Enroll |
Pottery — Pottery: 16+ years
If you’ve been searching for a pottery class that’ll teach you how to hand-build, shape clay, or use a pottery wheel, then this is the class for you! This class is designed for anyone over 16 years of age and includes all skill levels.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tues. Evening Pottery (Apr 14-May 19) | 16-101 | Tuesday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Apr 14th, 2026 | May 19th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Wed. Morning Pottery (Apr 15-May 20) | 16-101 | Wednesday | 9:30am - 12:30pm | Apr 15th, 2026 | May 20th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Thurs. Morning Pottery (Apr 16-May 21) | 16-101 | Thursday | 9:30am - 12:30pm | Apr 16th, 2026 | May 21st, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Thurs. Evening Pottery (Apr 16-May 21) | 16-101 | Thursday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Apr 16th, 2026 | May 21st, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Tues. Evening Pottery (Jun 2-Jul 7) | 16-101 | Tuesday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Jun 2nd, 2026 | Jul 7th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Wed. Morning Pottery (Jun 3-Jul 8) | 16-101 | Wednesday | 9:30am - 12:30pm | Jun 3rd, 2026 | Jul 8th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Thurs. Morning Pottery (Jun 4-Jul 9) | 16-101 | Thursday | 9:30am - 12:30pm | Jun 4th, 2026 | Jul 9th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
| Thurs. Evening Pottery (Jun 4-Jul 9) | 16-101 | Thursday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Jun 4th, 2026 | Jul 9th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 0 | Enroll |
Sculpting: 16+ years
Unlock your inner artist with a sculpting class! Learn to use sculpting tools to create and sculpt clay into beautiful creations, mystical creatures, or anything else your mind can imagine out of clay with help and guidance from an experienced instructor.
| Class Name | Age Group | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | Registration Start | Open Spots | Enroll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpting (Apr 19-May 24) | 16-101 | Sunday | 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Apr 19th, 2026 | May 24th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 4 | Enroll |
| Sculpting (Jun 7-Jul 12) | 16-101 | Sunday | 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Jun 7th, 2026 | Jul 12th, 2026 | Feb 9th, 2026 | 8 | Enroll |
Adult Visual Arts
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of visual arts classes do you offer?
Q: What types of visual arts classes do you offer?
A: We offer a variety of classes including painting, pottery, sculpting, photography, and other specialty art workshops throughout the year.
How long are the classes?
Q: How long are the classes?
A: Class length varies by program. Most sessions run several weeks, with each class meeting once per week.
Will I take home finished artwork?
Q: Will I take home finished artwork?
A: Yes. Participants complete projects throughout the session and will take home their finished pieces at the end of the class.