Bluff Park, Alabama
Find Your Inspiration with Jules Art Bender!
Join me in the Art Rec Room, a cozy nook for curious artists, and sign up for in-person art classes that nurture creativity and connection.
Located at 770 Shades Mountain Plaza Hoover 35226,
in the Rec Room Hideaway of Shades Mountain Mercantile.
In Person Learning
Watercolor Christmas Cards - Christmas Trees November 8th $50.00 Sat. 11-2pm
Learn the magic of watercolor while creating beautiful Christmas Tree Greeting Cards! This easy, entry-level class introduces watercolor fundamentals like brush control, blending, and creating added flair with metallic gel pens. You’ll design a set of cheerful, shimmering cards perfect for sharing handmade holiday cheer. All are welcome—no experience needed. Leave class with 4 finished Christmas Tree Cards and envelopes ready to be sent to family and friends. Ages 15 & up.
Some Supplies Included.
Watercolor Christmas Cards - Snowman November 15th $50.00 Sat. 11-2pm
Learn the magic of watercolor -Celebrate the season with handmade Snowman Christmas cards! In this joyful beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn essential watercolor techniques—like blending, layering, and brush control—along with an easy image transfer method to bring your snowmen to life. Perfect for those new to watercolor or looking to refresh their skills. Leave class with 4 finished Snowman Christmas Cards and envelopes ready to be sent to family and friends. Ages 15 & up.
Some Supplies Included.
Watercolor Christmas Cards - Gnome Santas November 22nd $50.00 Sat. 11-2pm
Learn the magic of watercolor -Celebrate the season with handmade Gnome Santa Christmas cards! In this creative beginner to intermediate class, you’ll combine essential watercolor techniques—like blending, layering, and brush control—along with an easy image transfer method to bring your Gnomes to life. Perfect for those new to watercolor or looking to refresh their skills. Leave class with 4 finished Gnome Santa Christmas Cards and envelopes ready to be sent to family and friends. Ages 15 & up.
Some Supplies Included.
Drawing Better Botanicals - November 29th $75.00 Sat 1-4pm
Join Jules for an inspiring nature drawing class designed for beginners and experienced artists alike. Using her 6-step process, you’ll learn to capture the natural rhythm and graceful growth of plants through confident lines and thoughtful observation.
This class focuses on seeing like an artist—understanding how stems, leaves, and flowers connect and move—so your drawings feel organic, expressive, and alive. Ages 15 & up. Some Supplies Included.
Beginning Gouache Painting - December 6th $75.00 Sat. 1-4pm
Beginning Gouache Painting - December 6th $75.00 Sat. 1-4pm
Discover the creamy, vibrant world of gouache in this class for beginners. Whether you’re using acrylic gouache or traditional watercolor gouache, Jules will show you the differences and guide you through easy techniques for mixing, layering, and blending this expressive medium. You’ll learn how to paint with confidence and explore how gouache bridges the best qualities of watercolor and acrylics. Ages 15 & up.
Supplies not included.