Creative Arts

Palette and Brush Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 9:30-12:30pm

This group of artists meets weekly to paint, with a focus on portraits and figures. Models are hired for each painting session. To join this group, you must be an accomplished artist and member of the Palette and Brush Club.

Advanced Pottery Studio

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 9:30-12:30pm

This group of advance potters work independently in our studio.

Painting Open Studio

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 1:00-4:00pm

Join fellow Next members for camaraderie and enjoy the creative synergies that come from being with other talented artists.

Knitting Open Studio

Monday, April 27, 2026 | 10:00-11:00am

Drop-in to enjoy lively discussions and laughs with this group. Work on your own project or use Next supplies to create items for donation to various charitable organizations in the area.

Quilting Open Studio

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 10:00-2:00pm

Novice or experienced quilters are welcome each Wednesday for this social and creative group. Participants enjoy working on individual projects and sharing ideas. Drop-in any Wednesday and join the fun.

New Class! Watercolor Studio: Explore, Experiment, Create

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 1:00-3:30pm

Instructor: Tracey Ladd, MFA

6-week series: Wednesdays May 13 through June 24 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. No Class June 3

Discover the magic of watercolor in this welcoming and inspiring class designed for artists of all skill levels. Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time or looking to strengthen your practice, you will explore essential techniques, color theory, and composition in a relaxed, supportive environment. Through guided exercises and creative exploration, learn how to control washes, mix beautiful colors, and design balanced expressive paintings. Come ready to experiment, build confidence, and enjoy the vibrant possibilities of watercolor.

Next is excited to welcome mixed media artist and instructor Tracey Ladd. Tracey's work includes fused glass, mold making, painting, drawing and design to name just a few of her many talents. Tracey has more than twenty years of experience in the art world, creating, teaching, and instructing many new artists. Tracey received her Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from Bowling  

Photography Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 10:00-12:00pm

Please note, the Photo Club meets on the second Thursday of each month 10:00- 12:00 pm  

The Next Photography Club is for people who are interested in photography, all ability levels welcome. We maintain our own website and take monthly photo field trips.  For more information, send an email to:  info@birminghamphotoclub.org

Basket Weaving: Open Tray with Matchstick Border

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 1:00-5:00pm

Join Deborah VanderLinde, PhD, aka “The Basketmak’r” in this fun class where you will be introduced to or review basic weaving techniques.

This functional rectangular basket features a unique matchstick border technique. Useful as a bread basket, countertop organizer or designed to perfectly fit those decorative guest bathroom paper towels. Choice of accent colors. 9” x 6” x 3.5”