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Workshops

See also Summer 2023

Eagle Art Workshops (April)

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Wed, 4/19, 5-8pm 
 Pot of Flowers Oil Painting

Artists will paint a pot of flowers using multiple techniques with oil paint! We'll use brushes for blending and palettes knives for mixing, creating the table, pot, flowers and leaves. This workshop lesson will give artists a fun project to create that'll give them the opportunity to discover multiple techniques using oils.

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​$60 all-in-one, supplies included
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 Fri, 4/21, 5-8pm 
Make a Decor Pillow

Have you always wanted to learn basic sewing? Artists will use markers and pens on the face of the fabric that'll be supplied to you. Then we'll use stuffing and sew the pillow together once the painting is done!

​$60 all-in-one, supplies included
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Fri, 4/28, 5-8pm
Fabric Wrapped Canvas Art


This workshop is based on the new trends of fabric art! Artists will paint a desired design on fabric using watercolors and acrylic paints. Once finished, we'll wrap the fabric art over a canvas giving you a finished piece of art at the end of the class. Bring your own inspiration of content or designs to follow, or I'll have a bunch of ideas to choose from!

​$60 all-in-one, supplies included
Sign up via our student portal or at the front desk.
(Please note all workshop costs are non-refundable, but if you need to cancel with more than 48 hours' notice, the full amount may be credited to other workshops, classes, or camps.)
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Past Workshops

Missed one you would've loved to attend? Contact us about bringing it back!
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PARENT-CHILD Watercolor and Beyond WORKSHOP at EAGLE
6:00-8:00pm, 2/14

Bond with your child as you create collaborative HEART-ART together, led by Encore visual arts instructor Carrie Walker. Class level is recommended for ages 7-15 with their parent/grandparent/loved one, but all ages are welcome if you would love to learn about watercolor technique and more. Ask about whole-family pricing as well!

DATE NIGHT at S MERIDIAN
5:30-8:30pm, 2/14

Drop the kids (age 4-12) for some educational fun while you enjoy your own night out! In this "LOVE THE ARTS" event, kids will have the opportunity to be led in choices of LEGO engineering, themed crafts, and collaborative improv workshops by Encore instructors Megan and North.

Pizza will be included so you don't have to worry about packing dinner! (Sack lunches are welcome if you prefer to bring your own food.)


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ADULT/WHOLE FAMILY
​WINTER WORKSHOPS
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SCULPTING

TUE, 12/27/22, 5:30-8:30pm
S Meridian campus
instructor Rachel Kitzmiller
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BLUEBIRD ACRYLICS

WED, 12/28/22, 5:30-8:30pm
S Meridian campus
instructor Kelly Kadlec
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VISION BOARD ART

THU, 12/29/22, 5:30-8:30pm
Eagle campus
instructor Lisa Cheney
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FAMILY IMPROV TEAMS

FRI, 12/30/22, 5:30-8:30pm
Eagle
 campus
instructor Athena Watkins
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Auditioning for Film & TV

WHEN:
​June 20, 21, 22 - 6 - 9pm
October 25, 26, 27 - 6-9pm

AGES: 13-adult

WHERE: Eagle Campus

WHO'S TEACHING: Catrine McGregor

Learn:
-how to get auditions
-how to get an agent
-about headshots and resumes
-scene development
-character development
-an insider’s tips: how to get a callback
-auditioning etiquette
-being camera-ready (including the best way to slate)
-self-tapes
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Bluebird Scene Advancing Acrylics Workshop

​When/Where:

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2022, 10:00am-1:00pm, Eagle

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2022, 2:00-5:00pm, S Meridian

Who's Teaching:
Join award-winning artist and instructor Kelly Kadlec for an in-depth wildlife acrylics painting workshop for all levels. $95 covers all materials and instruction. This is more than a "paint-as-I-paint" type of class, but a workshop that teaches acrylic and design principles. This workshop will demonstrate acrylic color layering, use of brights versus dark color, and painting detail through the theme of a bluebird.
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All-in-One Spoonrest CERAMICS WorkshopCost includes all supplies and firing.
$165 for registered Encore students
$180 for non registered students

WHEN:
Tue, 9/6, 6:30-9:00pm, SCULPTING
Tue, 9/13, 6:30-8:30pm, GLAZING

WHERE:
South Meridian Campus

WHO'S TEACHING:
Join Encore instructor Rachel Kitzmiller to create your own 1-of-a-kind cat OR dog spoonrest out of clay. The workshop takes place over two evenings.
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CLOTHING PAINT WORKSHOP

​When:

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2022, 6:00-9:00pm

Where:
Eagle Campus

Who's Teaching:
Join fashion designer/painter and Encore instructor Carrie Walker for a cool all-in-one project class! Bring a friend or loved one and make it a date night! Bring your own piece of clothing (could be anything - jeans, dress, canvas shoes, shirt of any color) and turn it into a wearable work of art. The sky's the limit; Carrie will be coaching but each student chooses their own subject to paint.

$70 for registered Encore students or $80 for students not registered at Encore
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ACRYLICS
​PAINTING STUDY


When:
KOI FISH: Thu, July 28, 6:00-9:00pm
DOG in FIELD: Mon, Aug 15, 6:00-9:00pm

Where:
Eagle Campus

Who's Teaching:
Kelly Kadlec

These workshops will demonstrate acrylic color layering, use of brights versus dark color, and painting detail through the theme of wildlife fish.
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SONGWRITING 101

When:
Sat, July 30, 2:00-4:00pm

Where:
S Meridian Campus

Who's Teaching:
Emily Bateman

Come learn how to combine the basic building blocks of music, and create a short song of your own!  No experience required - just a willingness to put yourself out there, experiment and have fun.
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LEGO Engineering

WHEN:
Motor Madness -- 5:30-7:30pm TUE, 6/7
Animal Kingdom -- 12:30-2:30pm THU, 6/9

​AGES: 4-15

​WHERE: South Meridian Campus

WHO'S TEACHING: Paul Bacio

Build and explore all kinds of animals or machines and mechanisms, studying gearing systems and developing design concepts, all while creating fun and unique motorized projects out of LEGO bricks. 

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Oil Painting

WHEN:
Thu, June 30, 6:00-9:00pm -- Beach House
Thu, July 21, 6:00-9:00pm -- Bouquet

​COST: $65 (each)

AGES: 13-Adult (serious younger students considered)

WHERE: Eagle Campus

WHO'S TEACHING: Carrie Walker
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Auditioning for Film & TV

WHEN: Tue, July 12, 6:00-8:00pm

COST: $45

AGES: 7-12
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WHERE: Eagle Campus
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WHO'S TEACHING: Catrine McGregor

Learn:
-scene development
-character development
-an insider’s tips: how to get a callback
-auditioning etiquette
-being camera-ready (including the best way to slate)
-self-tapes
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Intricate Beading

WHEN: Wed, July 13, 6:00-8:00pm

AGES: 11-adult (serious younger students considered)

​WHERE: Eagle Campus


WHO'S TEACHING: Danika Starrharrt
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Balloon Twisting 101

WHEN: Tue, July 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

​AGES: 9 and up

WHERE: South Meridian Campus


WHO'S TEACHING: Danika Starrharrt
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Parent's Class: What You Need to Know When Your Child Becomes an Actor

WHEN: Thu, Aug 4, 6:00-8:00pm

​​WHERE: Eagle Campus


WHO'S TEACHING: Catrine McGregor

Learn:

-the emotional and financial costs
-what to expect in the Treasure Valley
-what to expect if you go to Hollywood
-agents and managers
-headshots and resumes
-training
-Q&A
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Pastels Workshop
(Bridge Scene)

WHEN: Thursday, August 11, 6:00-9:00pm
​WHERE: Eagle Campus

WHO'S TEACHING: Carrie Walker
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BALLROOM DANCE

When:
Mon, July 18, 2022, 6:00-7:00pm for SALSA
Mon, July 18, 2022, 7:00-8:00pm for SWING

Where:
Eagle Campus

Who's Teaching:
Nate Tomei

Mixed skills, beginning to intermediate level dancers, will be accommodated and challenged in a welcoming atmosphere! Come with a partner or without!

​Join the Joy -- Live the Excellence
We are one community and one mission, but two campuses for your convenience.

NORTH CAMPUS
1045 S Ancona Ave #140, Eagle, ID 83616
Hours: M-TH 1:00-8:00pm; F 10am - 5pm
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SOUTH CAMPUS
3017 S Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
Hours: noon-7:30pm, M-F; 10-3 Sat
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    • Piano Alive
    • Adult Art Night
    • Homeschool Dropoff Program
    • Preschool Music
  • Private Lessons
  • Summer 2023
    • Intensives, Workshops, Bootcamps
    • Summer-Long Weekly Classes
    • Kid's Variety Camps
    • Willy Wonka 2023
    • Lake Cascade Retreat for Teen Girls
  • Events
  • Paint Parties
  • Rental Instruments
  • Books and Music
  • New Student Registration
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