Family Enrichment Classes
Classes are held at: Mt. Zion 414 Lincoln Avenue SE Bemidji, MN 56601
Les Sanders will develop a community art program in the Nymore area. Grant funds will be used for materials, program support, and hiring of several art instructors to assist with the variety of art classes.
CLASSES ARE FREE!!! You must register in advance. CONTACT: Les Sanders at 218-556-3521 OR Kathy Sanders at 218-556-0887 to register for these classes. Classes are for adult/child/family, age 10 and up, children must have an adult family member present. Class size is limited so sign up NOW. All supplies are provided.
Check out this AWESOME news article published June 15, 2024, in the Bemidji Pioneer: Kathy and Les Sanders' family enrichment classes
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February 19th, March 5th and 19th, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Spoon Carving with artist Les Sanders
Discover the timeless craft of spoon carving in this hands-on woodworking class. Using simple tools, you’ll learn safe carving techniques, wood selection, and finishing methods to transform a raw piece of wood into a functional and beautiful spoon. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to create, shape, and enjoy the meditative process of working with wood. Each participant will leave with a handcrafted spoon and the skills to continue carving at home.
February 19th, March 5th and 19th, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Landscapes in Oils - Painting Nature’s Beauty with artist Kathy Sanders
Explore the timeless art of oil painting while capturing the beauty of natural landscapes. In this class, you’ll learn techniques for mixing colors, creating depth, and using brushwork to bring skies, trees, and water to life on canvas. This workshop will guide you step-by-step in developing your own landscape painting, while encouraging personal style and creativity.
March 7th, 2026, 10:00-2:00 pm - 4 HOURS • 4 ARTISTS Open House Event
Join us for a special four-hour open house event featuring four talented artists sharing their unique creative styles! Meet the artists behind their creations, watch live demonstrations and learn about each artist’s process in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. This is an open house, come-and-go event with no registration required, so bring a friend and celebrate local creativity!
Featured Artists & Mediums:
10:00-11:00 am: Carving with Cottonwood Bark with artist Les Sanders: Discover how nature’s textures and patterns can be transformed into beautiful works of art using simple carving techniques.
11:00 am-12:00: Line & Wash Watercolors with artist Lily Hadrava: You’ll explore how crisp pen or marker lines can bring structure and detail, while transparent watercolor adds softness, movement, and vibrant color.
12:00-1:00 pm: Needle Felting with artist Lanee Paulson: Charming handmade creations sculpted through the art of needle felting using a special barbed felting needle.
1:00-2:00 pm: Gorgeous Gourds with artist Kathy Sanders: Handcrafted gourds featuring beading, wood burning, and painted finishes.
