Artistic instructors teach students how to work with digital images, clay, fiber, wood, and metals

Skilled photographer imparts small groups with hands-on shooting experience amid scenic St. Louis spots

Participants create glass bowl in shape of lotus flower, guided by helpful instructor

5,000+ bolts of fabric, sewing notions, and embroidery supplies fill a shop where teachers show pupils how to turn them into quilts and bags

Veteran teachers guide aspiring artists through creating charcoal & pencil still-life drawings or host art-themed, on-location parties.

During 90-minute photography class, experienced photogs teach one of seven subjects, such as digital basics, lighting, or travel shooting

Skeins of thread, canvas & beads equip needle artists & one-hour classes instruct beginners in fundamentals of needlepoint

AAA's Best Craft/Artisan Gallery in the Midwest demystifies clay, fiber, woodturning, graphic-design & metal in four- to six-week classes

Professional photographer illuminates composition, lighting & exposure for eager amateurs & advanced hobbyists