PROGRAMS AT NISDA

Classes + Workshops

FALL IN LOVE WITH WATERCOLOR!

An “en Plein Air” 2 day workshop

All Skill Levels
Adult 18+
(Teens are invited to register)


Embracing its astonishing beauty and taking inspiration from the natural world and the landscape, students will learn basic techniques and visit sites around the island to create works.

  • workshop description

    Considering the ancient Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi, students will learn how releasing paint’s unruly components creates something that surprises and delights us!  All Skill Levels


    Instructor: 

    Leyah Jensen Marshall, BFA Honors Rhode Island School of Design


    Leyah’s Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/nantucketartistsleague/

Clay Wheel All Levels

August 29, 2025
CLAY WHEEL ALL LEVELS Adult 18+ (Teens are invited to register) Instructors: Helen Mills Learn or expand your knowledge on the clay process as we explore techniques of wedging, throwing, trimming, and glazing.

Handbuilding Fall 2025

August 29, 2025
CLAY HANDBUILDING I Beginner to Intermediate Adult 18+ (Teens are invited to register) Handbuilding is the art of using our hands and simple tools to create clay objects.

Wheel 1 and Handbuilding Combo

August 23, 2025
September 1-24

Long Shed Clay

May 30, 2025
Open Studio Community Membership
July 1-October 15