Ages 18 and older
Instructor: Barbara Loomis
Wednesdays, Sept. 10th, 17th, 24th, and October 1st
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $125 per person

Explore the use of a limited palette to paint an evocative landscape in this intermediate oil painting course. The topics covered will include how to achieve depth using atmospheric perspective, using color to set a mood, and how value keys can unify a composition. The instructor will provide two supports.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Kathleen Litos
Friday, September 12th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person

Join us for a fun beginner class to learn how to play American Mahjong! Whether you've always wanted to understand those beautiful tiles or you're just curious about the game, this class is perfect for you. Bring your open mind and be ready to dive into the excitement of Mahjong.

My Time with General Colin Powell:  Stories of Kindness, Diplomacy, & Protocol
Author: Leslie Lautenslager
Wednesday, September 17th
10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE

Come join author Leslie Lautenslager for an engaging discussion of her book, My Time with General Colin Powell:  Stories of Kindness, Diplomacy, & Protocol.  Leslie will discuss her quarter century working beside the General and will share some practical advice from this amazing man.  Her behind-the-scenes stories will have you laughing and leave you inspired as you enjoy this unique firsthand look at one of the world’s most revered and respected leaders.  Book signing to follow her discussion.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Kathleen Litos
Friday, September 19th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person

Join us for a fun beginner class to learn how to play American Mahjong! Whether you've always wanted to understand those beautiful tiles or you're just curious about the game, this class is perfect for you. Bring your open mind and be ready to dive into the excitement of Mahjong.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Matt Ertle
Saturday, September 20th
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person

Learn how to make pasta dough by hand and process it into shaped pasta by hand.  Each student will make their own dough and process. We will learn how to make some simple pasta sauces too, cook the pasta, and taste!  Matt recommends purchasing a shaping tool (around $10) for class, but it’s not mandatory for participation.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Kathleen Litos
Friday, September 26th
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person

Do you have a basic understanding of the rules but need to play to put them into practice? Then this class is for you. Learn ways to take that next step while having fun.

Ordinary Heroes of Old Delmarva: Inspiring True Tales of Courage, Kindness, and Community
Author: Jim Duffy
Friday, October 3rd
10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE

Ordinary Heroes of Old Delmarva: Inspiring True Tales of Courage, Kindness, and Community: "World got you down?”  Ordinary Heroes of Old Delmarva will lift you back up. Join us as we travel through time with Secrets of the Eastern Shore storyteller Jim Duffy, stepping into the shoes of unsung heroes from American days gone by. Ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Leaping into action during storms and shipwrecks. Reaching out with helping hands across social divides. Bringing neighbors together in times of need. Their stories will revive your spirits. Book signing to follow his discussion.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Eloise Shelton-Mayo
Saturday, October 11th
12:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $85 per person

We’ll create a series of dynamic 8" x 8" paintings on paper. Eloise will supply tissue paper, indigo, inks, mark-making tools, masking paper, stencils, and some metallic paints. Participants should bring watercolor paper and a variety of acrylic paints, including Amsterdam, Windsor Newton, Liquitex basics, Golden, and store brands in colors like white, black, medium red, yellow, and ultramarine blue. A mat or satin medium is recommended for mixing with paint (liquid medium preferred). Optional: Extra brushes and additional colors like quinacridone red or turquoise are welcome.

Ages 18 and older
Instructor: Barbara Loomis
Wednesdays, Oct. 15th, 22nd, 29th, Nov. 5th, 12th, 19th
1:00 - 3:15 p.m.
Cost: $165 per person

Learn how to draw using right side methods to see and translate edges, shapes, values and proportions, then put them together. This course is designed for both the absolute beginner and those who want to sharpen their observational abilities, ease back into a creative practice or gain confidence in their drafting skills. The instructor will provide all materials except an optional drawing board.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Matt Ertle
Saturday, October 18th
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $60 per person

Learn how to make homemade pizza with both traditional and non-traditional toppings. Discover how to make and stretch your own dough, create the perfect pizza, and bake it in a backyard portable Neapolitan-style oven. You'll also get tips and tricks to ensure a great experience with various small, affordable backyard Neapolitan-style pizza ovens. Additionally, there will be ideas for other non-pizza items you can cook in a backyard oven, along with pizza baking tips that work for a home oven.

Ages 13 and older
Instructor: Eden Ertle
Saturday, October 25th
1st Class: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 per person

Fall is a great time to learn something new! Have you wanted to learn how to knit, but either you’ve never taken the first step, or you weren’t successful when you tried?  This class is for you! Eden has over 20 years’ experience both in knitting and as an art teacher to students of all ages. She has the patience to work with you and help you succeed! In this course you will learn how to cast on stitches, make the knit stitch and how to bind off. You will start making a small fabric that can be finished at home to become a washcloth.  Yarn and needles are provided and can be kept. 

Ages 13 and older
Instructor: Eden Ertle
Saturday, October 25th
2nd Class: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 per person

Fall is a great time to learn something new! Have you wanted to learn how to knit, but either you’ve never taken the first step, or you weren’t successful when you tried?  This class is for you! Eden has over 20 years’ experience both in knitting and as an art teacher to students of all ages. She has the patience to work with you and help you succeed! In this course you will learn how to cast on stitches, make the knit stitch and how to bind off. You will start making a small fabric that can be finished at home to become a washcloth.  Yarn and needles are provided and can be kept. 

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Matt Ertle
Saturday, November 1st
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person

Learn how to make fig jam and delicious fig chutney in class from frozen figs put away from the summer harvest!  Each student will make their own batch of simple fig jam in class, get recipes for some other fig goodies that can be made in the winter and summer, and take their batch of jam home to enjoy.  

Please join us for a very special evening to Meet the Carvers! BIC will host 14 decoy carvers for a meet-and-greet reception (wine, beer, and heavy hors d’oeuvres) on November 7th from 4:00 –7:00 p.m. It will be held at the Cobb Island Coast Guard Station (21025 Seaside Rd, Cape Charles, VA 23310). We’re thrilled to hold the event at such an extraordinary venue. This decommissioned station was moved off Cobb Island in the late 90s and lovingly restored to the gem it is today. It’s fitting to showcase excellent carvers in this stunning seaside property that provides plenty of space to mingle.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Eloise Shelton-Mayo
Saturday, November 8th
12:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $85 per person

Gelli Printing is a fantastic technique for creating beautiful prints, collages, books, and cards. Eloise will provide texture materials, brayers, gelli plates, charcoal, metallic paint, watercolor paper, and sponge brushes. Participants should bring card stock (preferably dark colors like black and dark blue) and assorted mid-grade acrylic paints (such as Amsterdam, Liquitex Basics, Lukas, or Windsor Newton). Golden is great but pricier. Gel medium will be needed for the collage portion of the class.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, November 15th
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $85 per person (includes all materials)

In this one-day intensive class, students will work with acrylics to produce a painting from a photographic reference featuring typical Eastern Shore landscapes and seascapes or an image the student brings to class. Color-mixing, composition, and painting techniques; after lunch, students will select and paint their chosen subjects with individual guidance from the instructor. Basic drawing skills and wearing a smock to protect clothing are strongly recommended. Participants should bring their lunches; a small refrigerator and a microwave are available.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, November 22nd
12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $95 per person

In this intensive class, students will work with magnolia branches to learn how to produce a wreath on a medium or large wreath form similar to the one pictured. Magnolia wreaths dry beautifully. They can also be painted after drying out and last for years. Participants may want to bring pruning shears and close-fitting utility gloves.  Snacks and water will be provided.

Ages 16 and older
Instructor: Sarah Morgan
Saturday, December 6th
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $75 per person

Students will learn how to choose materials and use form, color, and texture to create traditional and contemporary wreaths for the holidays. Participants may wish to bring their own pruning shears and gloves.

Ages 4 to 12
Instructor: Traci Jones
Sunday, December 7th
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 per person

Children will decorate their own yummy house and make a holiday sheep ornament. What a fun way to ring in the holidays!