Working artists teach youths basic drawing skills or advise wine- & beer-sipping adults as they sketch nude model with provided materials

E-books, videos & interactive online classes with image sharing & critiques allow students to work at their own pace.

Instructors guide knitters through basics stitches of scarf & hat or advance to cable & lacework for cowls & mittens in three-week courses

Experienced instructors guide students of all skill levels through finer points of stitching, alternations & navigating sewing machines

Professional artist-instructors lead 90-minute drawing & painting classes for kids & adults, with all tools & materials included

Staff guides customers through painting & decorating pottery items such as mugs, picture frames & figurines

Seasoned photographer guides students through digital SLR-camera basics including composition techniques & camera settings

Art instructors lead classes through painting process & provide all equipment as participants fuel creativity with refreshments from home

In cozy café space, novice knitters learn basic stitches & take home soft cowl scarf of their own creation

Experienced photographer Richard Stromberg leads informative expo about digital cameras enhanced with wine & cheese