Meetings and Workshops

Demo: Still Lifes in Gouache

Thursday, October 15, 2026  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

You’ve probably seen Vickie McGrath’s (Instagram: @vickiemcgrathart) famous works in your favorite social media channels, or perhaps as cover art at the bookstore. In this demo, she will share insights on how to create still life paintings in gouache. 

Demo: Paint With Your Palette Knife

Thursday, November 19, 2026  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

This demo, presented by artist and teacher John Fleck (Instagram: @fleck4121), will cover a range of techniques professional artists use to paint with a handy palette knife for stunning results. 

Holiday Party & Critique Session

Thursday, December 17, 2026  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

Spread some cheer and network with fellow artists while having a professional critique of your work! 

Details and registration link to follow. 

Demo: How Did the Masters Do It?

Thursday, January 21, 2027  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

Professional artist and teacher, Michael Van Zeyl (Instagram: @michael_vanzeyl) joins us to share expert insights on techniques of the old masters that can still differentiate your art today. 

Demo: Watercolor Portraits

Thursday, February 18, 2027  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

Portraits in watercolor can be terrifying for most, but professional artist and teacher Tony Armendariz (Instagram: @armendariz_art) will break it down and help you succeed every time in this demo.

Demo: Capturing Light and Shadow with Pastels

Thursday, March 18, 2027  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

This demo on capturing light and shadows in pastels, is led by professional artist and teacher Brian Sauerland (Instagram: @briansauerland), who is known for his award-winning work on this topic.  

Demo: Impressionist Acrylic Landscapes + Bonus Watercolor Greeting Cards

Thursday, April 15, 2027  |  6:45-8:45  |  Arlington Heights Senior Center

AH Art Guild member and professional artist, Jill Stark (Instagram: @jille.stark) joins us for a lively demo that includes a brief history of art, methods for painting landscapes in acrylic and a bonus demo of making your own greeting cards with watercolor. This demo will be facilitated by an American Sign Language interpreter.