KYLER’S KITCHEN: BETTER THAN HOMEMADE – Box Mix Magic with Kyler Rogers
Thursday, December 18 / 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Kitchen
Age: 8 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $35 per person / $30 Wilson Arts Members

Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 16

Think a boxed cake mix is just a shortcut to a cake? Think again! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to transform a simple box mix into an array of delicious desserts that taste like they came straight from a bakery.

You’ll explore techniques for:

• Brownie-style Desserts and Bars: From fudgy to cakey, with fun flavor add-ins and mix-ins
• Cookies: Turn cake mix into perfectly soft or chewy cookies all kinds of fun flavor twists
• Dump Cakes and Cobblers: Layered with pie fillings for quick, show-stopping desserts

Along the way, you’ll pick up tips for flavor variations, mix-ins, and baking tricks to make every dessert taste better than homemade.

By the end of class, you’ll have a selection of elevated boxed-mix desserts to enjoy and impress your friends and family.

All materials provided. Ages 8+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

KYLER’S KITCHEN: HOLIDAY APPETIZERS MADE SIMPLE with Kyler Rogers
Saturday, December 20 / 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Kitchen
Age: 10 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $45 per person / $40 Wilson Arts Members

Registration deadline: Thursday, December 18 at Noon

Get ready to wow your guests with show-stopping holiday appetizers! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to make a variety of elegant and flavorful small bites perfect for entertaining.

We’ll focus on classic favorites with a gourmet twist, including:

• Tomato Garlic Confit Dip with Crostini – rich, savory and bursting with flavor
• Bacon-Wrapped Dates – sweet, salty, and irresistibly addictive
• Festive Holiday Cheese Ball – creamy, festive, and perfect for sharing
• Cheese Crackers – crisp, buttery, and flavorful for the perfect nibble

Along the way, you’ll pick up tips for presentation, flavor balance, and make-ahead prep, so your holiday entertaining is stress-free and impressive.

By the end of class, you’ll have a tray of delicious appetizers ready to serve and the confidence to recreate them at home.

All materials provided. Ages 10+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

KYLER’S KITCHEN: SOUPS, STEWS & SNOW DAYS – Cozy One-Pot Cooking Class with Kyler Rogers
Friday, January 9 / 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Kitchen
Age: 13 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $45 per person / $40 Wilson Arts 2026 Member

Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 7 at Noon

Warm up your winter with Kyler’s Kitchen’s Soups, Stews & Snow Days cooking class! Learn how to make hearty, delicious, and cozy soups perfect for chilly weather. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll:

• Make your own small batch of vegetable soup while also learning how to adjust recipes for larger families or meal prep.
• Watch a full chicken soup demo – Kyler will prepare a large pot from scratch using a chicken carcass for broth and teach you the steps for a homemade flavorful one-pot meal.
• Create your own drop dumplings – a simple, foolproof way to make tender dumplings to add to your chicken soup.

This class is perfect for home cooks who want practical skills for warming winter meals, including tips for scaling recipes, making comforting meals quickly, and adding simple homemade touches that elevate classic soups.

All materials provided. Ages 13+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

KYLER’S KITCHEN: BAKE & TAKE TREATS with Kyler Rogers
Wednesday, January 14 / 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Kitchen
Age: 10 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $40 per person / $35 Wilson Arts 2026 Member

Registration deadline: Saturday, January 10 at Noon

Celebrate the season of sweethearts (and sweet tooths!) in this hands-on class. We’ll make three easy and delicious treats perfect for sharing or enjoying all to yourself: creamy fudge, a fun cookie mix-in-a-jar recipe, and no-fuss crockpot peanut clusters. Learn simple tips for creating and packing these goodies so you can gift them to friends, family, or that special someone – or just to treat yourself!

All materials provided. Ages 10+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

CREATING FROM LIFE: Portrait Session with a Live Model moderated by Mike Radford
Saturday, January 17, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Brown Family Studio 1
Age: 14 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $20 per person

Registration deadline: Thursday, January 15 at Noon

Join us for an inspiring 3-hour workshop designed for artists of all skill levels to refine their portrait techniques. This session features a clothed live model holding an extended single pose, giving you the time and focus to create a detailed work or explore multiple interpretations from different angles (space permitting).

Bring your favorite materials and work in the medium of your choice or use ours! Easels and drawing boards will be available for your convenience. This is a self-directed session with no formal instruction, so come prepared to work freely and creatively.

Whether you’re a professional or a complete beginner to portrait drawing, all skill levels are welcome!

All materials provided. Ages 14+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

PAPER SLASHING RENAISSANCE-INSPIRED COLLAGE WORKSHOP with Lori Oxendine
Friday, January 23, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center
Age: 14 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $30 per person / $20 for Wilson Arts 2026 members

Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 21 at Noon

Travel back to the late 15th century, when the practical mending technique used by Swiss soldiers started a fashion trend so unusual and bold that it swept through Europe’s aristocracy like wildfire.

In this workshop, we’ll breathe new life into that centuries-old style, reimagining it through paper collage instead of fabric. You’ll layer richly colored and patterned papers, then use a technique called “slashing” to reveal bursts of hidden color, creating vibrant, one-of-a-kind pieces by taking away rather than by adding.

Along the way, you’ll dive into color theory, play with texture, and explore movement in three dimensions to revive this rich Renaissance decadence. The result will be your own richly textured artwork that carries a blend of resilience, artistry, and a touch of flamboyance.

All materials provided. Ages 14+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

A COZY WINTER ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP with The Kirk’s Flowers
Friday, January 23, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center
Age: 16 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $45 per person / $40 for Wilson Arts 2026 members

Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 21 at Noon

Beat the winter blues with a cozy bloom and sip floral class! Enjoy a warm drink while creating a charming winter arrangement full of soft textures, seasonal blooms, and comforting color.

This relaxed workshop is perfect for anyone looking for a cheerful, low-pressure creative evening. You’ll walk away with a gorgeous floral piece and a little more warmth to your week.

All materials provided. Ages 16+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

KYLER’S KITCHEN: ONE-BOWL HOT COCOA CAKE
Wednesday, January 28 / 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Kitchen
Age: 10 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $40 per person / $35 Wilson Arts 2026 Member

Registration deadline: Saturday, January 24 at Noon

Warm up your winter with this hands-on baking class! We’ll make a rich, chocolatey hot cocoa-inspired cake that you’ll get to take home and enjoy. But this isn’t just any cake – we’ll explore all the ways to customize it with mix-ins, flavors, and toppings, teaching you how to build your own dessert concept from a simple base. Learn tips for creative variations, ingredient swaps, and flavor combinations so you can turn one classic recipe into a world of possibilities. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or treating yourself!

All materials provided. Ages 10+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

CREATING FROM LIFE: Portrait Session with a Live Model moderated by Mike Radford
Saturday, February 21, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Wilson Arts Center / Brown Family Studio 1
Age: 14 & up (minors must be accompanied by an adult)
Cost: $20 per person

Registration deadline: Thursday, February 19 at Noon

Join us for an inspiring 3-hour workshop designed for artists of all skill levels to refine their portrait techniques. This session features a clothed live model holding an extended single pose, giving you the time and focus to create a detailed work or explore multiple interpretations from different angles (space permitting).

Bring your favorite materials and work in the medium of your choice or use ours! Easels and drawing boards will be available for your convenience. This is a self-directed session with no formal instruction, so come prepared to work freely and creatively.

Whether you’re a professional or a complete beginner to portrait drawing, all skill levels are welcome!

All materials provided. Ages 14+ welcome, but minors must have adult accompaniment.

FIGURATIVE DRAWING SESSIONS

Figurative Drawing is on pause due to construction. Check back later in 2026 for session dates!

Wilson Arts Workshop Disclaimer

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