• All classes are held at the SAAG Gallery at La Encantada, located at 2905 E. Skyline Drive; Suite 141, Tucson, AZ 85718 (On the first level)

• All classes are taught by talented members of the
Southern Arizona Arts Guild. Unless otherwise noted in the class
description, all materials are included.

Classes are for beginners unless otherwise advertised. In most classes, students leave with a finished project!


  • SAAG Art Class

    • Stress-Free Watercolors~ Cactus flower or Pig with Susan Oyler, Friday, April 4, 1-3 pm

      2 hours @ $40.00

      Students will be introduced to basic watercolor techniques demonstrated by the instructor. They should be able to complete a finished watercolor during the two-hour class. The instructor will provide an example to each student of the su ...

    • Mixed Media Photo Collage, with Phil Smith, Saturday, April 5, 1-4:30 pm

      3 hours 30 minutes @ $85.00

      Create lasting memories using YOUR own special images and memorabilia! In this class, you will learn the basics of creating a dimensional collage using your own photos; you will be given a list of tools and materials; and you will take ...

    • Painting Silk Scarves with Mary Gavan, Sunday, April 6, 1-4pm

      3 hours @ $90.00

      This class teaches you to paint silk with acrylic paint that behaves like dye. A silk scarf, silk bag, gloves, and apron are included. Paint and materials are supplied. You will be amazed at the results. Join me for this fun class. No p ...

    • Camera Phone Photography with Nancy Schroeder, Tuesday, April 8th 2025, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

      1 hour @ $45.00

      Learn to use all those features of your camera phone! The class will cover: focus points, zooming, portrait mode, live, and so much more. There will be time to cover the basics of editing and Q&A session at the end. Please bring a notep ...

    • The Art of Memory...Painting our Mothers with Mary Scrimgeour, Wednesday, April 9, 10:30am - 12:30pm

      2 hours @ $85.00

      hrough guided techniques in this class, you will learn how to paint over black and white photo copies and transform them into a beautiful work of art just in time for Mother’s Day. Bring a black and white photocopy of a special memory ...

    • Beyond the Basics of Gel Printing with Kathie Scrimgeour, Saturday, April 12, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

      2 hours @ $75.00

      Building on foundational skills, this intermediate workshop takes your gel plate printing to the next level. Dive into advanced techniques like layering, color blending, creating intricate patterns, and mastering composition to elevate ...

    • Anyone Can Learn to Draw- Grid Drawing with Julie Abels, Saturday, April 12, 2-4pm

      2 hours @ $45.00

      Do you wish you felt confident at drawing? It’s an essential skill for other art forms, but most of us were never TAUGHT how to draw. In this class we’ll cover mindset, the hand-eye connection, and some drawing tips. Then I’ll teach you ...

    • Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Photography with Nancy Schroeder, April 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

      1 hour @ $55.00

      Grab your DSLR, dust it off and get back into traditional photography! Bring any style DSLR to learn about Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, White Balance and more. We will start inside to set up our cameras then go outside to practice.

    • Stress-Free Watercolors~ Purple Iris or Teddy Bear with Susan Oyler, Friday, April 18, 1-3 pm

      2 hours @ $40.00

    • Paper Quilling - Fringed Flowers, with Erin Newman, Saturday, April 19, 10:30am -12:30pm

      2 hours @ $55.00

      Paper quilling is fun to learn! For this quilling class, you’ll learn to create basic shapes using a fringing technique. These flowers are fun to use in all your quilling projects. All materials will be supplied, though participants sh ...

    • The Art of Gel Printing with Kathie Scrimgeour, Wednesday, April 30, 10:30am -12:30p.m.

      2 hours @ $75.00

      The art of gel printing is a hands-on, creative experience starting with an introduction to materials like acrylic paints, stencils, and textures. Participants will learn to create monoprints using a gel plate and be guided through laye ...

    • Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Photography with Nancy Schroeder, May 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

      1 hour @ $55.00

      Grab your DSLR, dust it off and get back into traditional photography! Bring any style DSLR to learn about Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, White Balance and more. We will start inside to set up our cameras then go outside to practice.

    • The Image Transfer - Advanced Gel Printing with Kathie Scrimgeour, Saturday, May 10, 10:30am-1pm

      2 hours 30 minutes @ $75.00

      Explore the art of image transfers in this advanced gel printing class! Students will start with a printed photo, transferring it onto their gel plate to create a unique foundation. Through reverse painting, they'll enhance the image wi ...

    • Beyond the Basics of Gel Printing with Kathie Scrimgeour, Wednesday, May 14, 2:00-4:00pm

      2 hours @ $75.00

      Building on foundational skills, this intermediate workshop takes your gel plate printing to the next level. Dive into advanced techniques like layering, color blending, creating intricate patterns, and mastering composition to elevate ...

    • Camera Phone Photography with Nancy Schroeder, Saturday, June 7, 1-2pm

      1 hour @ $45.00

      Learn to use all those features of your camera phone! The class will cover: focus points, zooming, portrait mode, live, and so much more. There will be time to cover the basics of editing and Q&A session at the end. Please bring a notep ...