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The core studio equipment is provided; a few workshops ask you to bring or buy a small supply or two — personal items you keep and reuse — and those are noted on the class page. Class sizes stay small, so you get hands-on time and direct instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a nonprofit, our goal is simply to get more people in Dallas making art — and a short course is the easiest way to start. If tuition is tight, our scholarship program can help cover the cost.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativeartscenter.org\/pages\/scholarship-program\" title=\"Scholarship application\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eApply here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the fall short courses and workshops below and grab a spot. 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Clear instruction, real-time feedback, and helpful tips are provided so you leave feeling inspired, confident, and proud of the piece you’ve created.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anja Yamaji","offers":[{"title":"10\/11","offer_id":44094433460302,"sku":"265W344HDWYAM-SU2","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/2474\/9134\/files\/headdressartistryanjayamaji_3.jpg?v=1785345027"},{"product_id":"mandala-art-workshop-yamaji-11-29","title":"Mandala Art Workshop | Yamaji | 11\/29","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eExperience the calming, creative magic of painting mandalas in this soothing, meditative workshop. Perfect for anyone seeking relaxation, self-expression, or a peaceful creative escape, this experience invites you to slow down and enjoy the grounding rhythm of each dot, line, and teardrop shape. 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The fee will cover all art supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/span\u003e None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSupplies\u003c\/span\u003e: You will need to bring only a note pad \u0026amp; pen, and way to transport wet 11x14 canvas panels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dave Kramer","offers":[{"title":"1\/4-1\/7","offer_id":44195857104974,"sku":"265W344CTWKRA-TU3","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/2474\/9134\/files\/EDIT_Kramer-ColorTheory-1_-_Dave_Kramer_a68b8fdb-1906-43f7-b171-a8bad37ec222.jpg?v=1787184734"},{"product_id":"acrylic-finding-the-perfect-blend-vet-wed-afternoon-1","title":"Acrylic: Finding the Perfect Blend | VET | Wed Afternoon","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this class, you’ll be guided step-by-step to discover how fun and approachable acrylic painting can be. 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