York Art Association upcoming events

Session 1: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (11-15) with Jessie Groft (Friday, August 28, 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |August 28th-September 18th|1-3pm | Beginners | $60M $70NM

Ages 11-15

Young artists will learn basic techniques in drawing and painting. During each session, students will be encouraged to work on a drawing or painting inspired by the style of a famous artist. Step-by-step instruction and demonstration provided to guide your budding artist along.

All supplies provided.

YESENIA "JESSIE" GROFT began her artistic journey as a child, often drawing alongside her father as he created beautiful oil paintings. Her love for painting was rekindled several years ago while attending a paint night with friends.

What began as a simple hobby developed into a motivating passion. As an artist, Jessie continues to hone in her style and technique. She learned techniques through tried and true methods, such as the Charles Bargue drawing course and sight-size.

As an instructor, she seeks to enthusiastically share her heartfelt belief that we all can learn to draw and paint to some degree – it just takes time to patiently learn and practice. She teaches her students to be willing to try new things and not to fear failure.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR CHILDREN (6-10) with Sue Miller (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

SATURDAYS | 10 - 12 pm | BEGINNER | $90M/$105NM

Young artists will learn basic techniques in drawing and painting, and explore new methods in their art journals, before applying that method on a drawing or painting. Each session will introduce techniques to help build skills and confidence. Step-by-step instructions and demonstrations will guide your budding artist along.

All supplies provided.

SUE MILLER began drawing at a young age, around 7 years old. She would often draw animals, plants, and trees around her house to share with her parents and grandparents. She was mesmerized by the famous artists' works found in books and on TV, admiring the “great masters.”

Sue continued to grow and learn art forms at York College of PA, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree. As an artist, she continues to learn techniques from other artists such as David J. Rogers, Bianca Rosen, and Bradley Hendershot, who have influenced the shaping of her own unique style. Her goal is to share her enthusiasm and joy for the arts while encouraging students to learn something new every day. She believes that all students are capable of learning to draw and paint with patience and practice. She is a proud member of the York Art Association.

Session 1: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (6-10) with Jessie Groft (Friday, September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |August 28th-September 18th|10am-12pm | Beginners | $60M $70NM

Ages 6-10

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR CHILDREN (11-15) with Sue Miller (Saturday, September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

SATURDAYS | 1- 3 pm | BEGINNER | $90M/$105NM

All supplies provided.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, September 21, 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

Have you ever looked at a beautiful drawing and wished you were born with the talent to do that? Do you believe drawing well is only for the few who are naturally gifted? Think again! It is a skill that can be developed and mastered with practice and patience! You can learn by training your eyes to see like an artist and then your hands to execute what you see. In this course, students will work at their own pace using tried and true methods demonstrated in class. Learn about proportions, value and perspective by using tools such as grids and sight-size to help you improve your drawing skills. This class is designed for young artists as well as late bloomers - so parents (or grandparents) and kids 10 and up can learn side-by-side!

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR CHILDREN (11-15) with Sue Miller (Saturday, September 26, 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

SATURDAYS | 1- 3 pm | BEGINNER | $90M/$105NM

All supplies provided.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, September 28, 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)

Session 2: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (6-10)with Jessie Groft (Friday, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |October 2nd- October 23rd|10am-12pm | BEGINNER | $60M $70NM

Ages 6-10

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

Session 2: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (11-15)with Jessie Groft (Friday, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |October 2nd- October 23rd|1-3pm | BEGINNER | $60M $70NM

Ages 11-15

Registration Closes 9/25/26

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR CHILDREN (11-15) with Sue Miller (Saturday, October 03, 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

SATURDAYS | 1- 3 pm | BEGINNER | $90M/$105NM

All supplies provided.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, October 05, 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)

Session 2: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (6-10)with Jessie Groft (Friday, October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |October 2nd- October 23rd|10am-12pm | BEGINNER | $60M $70NM

Ages 6-10

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR CHILDREN (11-15) with Sue Miller (Saturday, October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

SATURDAYS | 1- 3 pm | BEGINNER | $90M/$105NM

All supplies provided.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)

Session 2: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (6-10)with Jessie Groft (Friday, October 16, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |October 2nd- October 23rd|10am-12pm | BEGINNER | $60M $70NM

Ages 6-10

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)

Session 2: DRAWING & PAINTING FOR HOMESCHOOLERS (6-10)with Jessie Groft (Friday, October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

FRIDAYS |October 2nd- October 23rd|10am-12pm | BEGINNER | $60M $70NM

Ages 6-10

All supplies provided.

Her favorite mediums are charcoal on paper and acrylic on stretched or wooden canvas.
She is a proud member of the York Art Association where she teaches youth classes.

DRAWING for BEGINNERS (12+) with Jessie Groft (Monday, October 26, 2026)

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MONDAYS | 6 - 8 pm | BEGINNER | $110M/$130NM

This class will skip the week of September 28th and Resume the week of October 5th

SUPPLY LIST: Good quality 9x12 sketchbook (or larger), set of drawing graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser (suggested, but not required: Tombow mono zero eraser, proportional scale divider)