In this one-night class, participants will learn the basics of digital photography: what you should have read in your owner’s manual but didn’t! Topics covered include camera settings, understanding exposure and white balance, and tips for making your best shots of various subjects. It’s a perfect session to attend BEFORE going on a vacation so you can take home your best shots. Preregistration is required to receive online link.

About Mike: Mike Leonard has been taking pictures for more than 40 years and among his favorite subjects to shoot are nighttime scenes including lightning and Aurora, and in the daytime, he likes shooting landscapes, seascapes, lighthouses and more. His work is frequently on covers of The Notes publication in Yarmouth, Maine, In the Maine Activities Guide, on the local CBS affiliate in weathercasts and his work has also been featured in books, magazines, annual reports, brochures, textbooks and nationally on the Weather Channel.

The “Knotty Knitters” is a group of fiber enthusiasts with skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced. The members would like to invite new individuals to join. If you’re a novice, instructional support can be arranged. If you’re a pro, this is an opportunity to pass along your knowledge. This group meets year-round except for major holidays. Ongoing. Join anytime!

In this one-night class, we will explore all the things you need to know to take successful images after the sun sets and before the sun rises.  This session reviews exposure, how to shoot images in the dark - including the Milky Way and Aurora - and how to capture your best photo under just moonlight.  We will review equipment helpful for nighttime photography, including using a cell phone. Preregistration is required to receive online link.

About Mike: Mike Leonard has been taking pictures for more than 40 years and among his favorite subjects to shoot are nighttime scenes including lightning and Aurora, and in the daytime, he likes shooting landscapes, seascapes, lighthouses and more. His work is frequently on covers of The Notes publication in Yarmouth, Maine, In the Maine Activities Guide, on the local CBS affiliate in weathercasts and his work has also been featured in books, magazines, annual reports, brochures, textbooks and nationally on the Weather Channel.

Curious about resin? No need to be intimidated! Try out UV resin art and create your own jewelry! Make 2-3 unique pieces in this one-night class; no experience necessary. Bring a pair of scissors. Materials fee of $15 is payable to instructor in class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Sun, sand, and that salty sea air...take a trip to the coast without having to leave home! Decorate real sand dollar ornaments using paint and/or sea glass. This beautiful representation of the ocean experience may even inspire you to go out and enjoy the real thing. Materials fee of $8 is payable to the instructor at time of class. Please preregister as we need a minimum of 4 people to run the course.  

Mary Pingree will lead a Paint Pallet Party for the Sacopee Valley area! Come and create an 11” x 11” painted wood pallet. Everything you need to complete your sign will be provided at class. You will choose your colors at the class. Choose and confirm your design of choice prior to class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course.

Celebrate the beautiful colors of spring with watercolor! Join gifted artist Andree Benoist for this introduction course, learn the basics, and create a spring watercolor. Materials fee of $20 is payable to the instructor in class. Please pre-register as a minimum of 4 people is required to run the course. 

About Andree: Andree finds inspiration for her work along the Jersey Shore and in the Foothills of the White Mountains of Maine. Her paintings reflect her feelings about her experiences and observations and strive to show what it was like at a particular moment. Her work can be seen at Full Circle Artisan's Gallery and purchased there or by appointment at her studio in Cornish.

Do you like pottery? Want to see how it’s done? Tour the compound? Have a tea party? Play around on the wheel? There are so many things we could do during a studio visit at Cedar Mountain Potters. Come by and meet Laurel MacDuffie, a full time studio potter and sculptor, ask lots of questions, and have some fun.