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Classes & Workshops

Sandra Charlap offers a wide variety of fine art and crafting classes in northern New Jersey! Enjoy working in a real studio at Manufacturers Village in East Orange, NJ, or let her come to your location within 30 minutes’ driving distance.

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  • First Aid & CPR certified

  • 30+ years' experience as a professional artist, with experience teaching art for all ages and abilities at schools, adult day programs, libraries, nonprofits, and more

 

Sandra is also a DDD-approved vendor offering both one-on-one and small group adaptive art lessons for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (I/DD). For more information, please email info@sandracharlap.com

Upcoming Events

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Art Classes & Workshops at Your Location

Let Sandra bring the creative fun to you! Great for libraries, senior centers, social groups, parties, and more. Browse her current selection of workshop offerings, then learn more and request a quote.

​Looking for a class or workshop you don't see here? Just ask!

 

Classes generally range from $12 to $15 per person, with a 15-person pricing minimum.

 

​Cancellation Policy: Free to cancel until 72 hours before your event; late cancellations will result in a fee equal to 50% of the cost of the class or workshop.

  • Bedazzling: Claw Clips

    Your hair will look incredible with a rhinestone-bedazzled claw clip decorated by you! A great activity for parties and girls' nights.

  • Bedazzling: Compact Mirrors

    Use rhinestones and charms to decorate your own folding mirror for your purse! Great for a party or a girls' night.

  • Bedazzling: Hand Mirrors

    Bling out a miniature hand mirror with rhinestones and charms -- a super fun way to spend your next girls' night!

  • Bedazzling: Pendants

    Decorate a pendant for a one-of-a-kind necklace! A fun party activity.

  • Creative Drawing

    Find your drawing style wherever you are in your artistic journey. Learn basic techniques using pencil, ink, and colored pencils to provide you entry into the exciting world of art. No experience necessary.

  • Journey with Pastels

    Learn how to paint with pastels, both soft and oil pastels. Translate your vision of the still life, landscape and portraiture using this gorgeous medium.

  • Mosaic Picture Frames

    Create a beautiful stained glass-style picture frame to hold an 8 x 10 photograph. There is a huge variety of glass and colors to choose from as well as inspiration materials. You will be thrilled with the outcome!

  • String Art

    Arrange nails into a fun shape on a wooden board, then use colorful string to fill in your design. Makes a great decoration!

  • Painted Wildlife

    Using a variety of styles, learn to paint favorite animals both as portraits and in their natural environments. All skill levels welcome. *** Choose one option for your group: watercolor or acrylic paint. ***

  • Painting for Beginners

    Learn a variety of painting tricks and techniques. Don't worry if you've never picked up a paintbrush, you will find a great new form of expression while learning about color, composition and layering. *** Choose one option for your group: watercolor or acrylic paint. ***

  • Painted Pet Portraits

    Bring or print a full-color picture of your furry, feathered, or scaled friend, and learn step-by-step how to transform it into an adorable painted portrait. A popular choice for libraries! *** Choose one option for your group: watercolor or acrylic paint. ***

  • Paint & Sip

    You bring the sip, and Sandra will bring the paint! A great way to spend an evening with friends. Reach out today and choose one of many projects for your group, with a variety of themes and seasonal options.

  • Painted Botanicals

    Painting is a wonderful way to express the beauty of flowers. Enjoy learning a variety of techniques to create your own botanical masterpiece. ***Choose one option for your group: watercolor or acrylic paint. ***

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