The School of Art provides year-round classes for young and old. A distinguished faculty of artist educators offer instruction in painting, drawing, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, digital imagery, photography, jewelry design, mixed media and creative writing. Courses are designed for full and part-time students of all ages and levels, from beginners to professional artists. In addition to the adult program, the school features courses for junior and youth, Summer Art Camp, and classes for young children and parents to experience art together.

Throughout the year, weekend and five-day intensive workshops with visiting artists are presented. These mini-sessions provide intensive study in a brief period of time. Each year, nationally and internationally known artists are invited to Silvermine to teach these workshops.

Classes are small with an emphasis on individual development. A nurturing atmosphere prevails, unstructured enough to encourage creativity through exploration, yet disciplined to provide a solid foundation.

School facilities include painting studios with natural light, a printmaking studio, a photography classroom and darkroom, and a student gallery in the main school building. Sculpture, ceramic and jewelry studios are located in an adjacent building.

For a catalog call 203-966-6668, ext. 2 or fax 203-966-8570 or school [at] silvermineart.org