Flexible Access is a program focused on providing continuing education opportunities through pay-what-you-can visual art courses for ages 17 and up.

In 2022, ALH is kicking off a multi-year initiative to re-imagine the role of an Art League School to foster radical imagination, reduce economic barriers to art education and impact positive social change through the arts. 2022-23 will be a pilot year for us, as we slowly roll out new and revitalized programming throughout the year. This program marks the start of a larger initiative to prioritize arts access and equity taking place at the ALH school.

HOW TO REGISTER

All school registration can be made over the phone during our office hours, online, or by contacting the school email. Contact the ALH School to register under Pay-What-You-Can or for more information at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3.

Phone: Students may register by calling Art League Houston at 713-523-9530 ext. 3 during regular office hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Email: Provide contact information to best reach you at (include name and phone) to school@artleaguehouston.org (use the subject line - Art League School: Flexible Access Registration)

Online: Students can register without the pay-what-you-can option online. For step-by-step instructions to register online, click here.

MORE INFORMATION

Please note: Flexible Access courses have limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. Before registering for any class, students must carefully read the Art League School policies by clicking here. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering, which are subject to change).

Spring 2024

Please contact school@artleaguehouston.org or call 713.523.9530 ext. 3 to be placed on the waitlist for these workshops and if you would like to register under pay-what-you-can.

Intro to Watercolor (FA-1) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$390.00

Instructor - Peter Broz

All Levels
Tuesday evening, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
March 26 - May 21
9 weeks
Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 3


In this course we will take multiple approaches to exploring watercolor. Everything from technical studies, plein-air painting, experimental and abstract methods as well as observational painting are included in the course. This course is intended to help make watercolor more approachable and less intimidating. Students are recommended to have some drawing experience but painting experience is not a requirement.

THIS CLASS IS FULL

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).

Ink Painting: Meditative Approaches (FA-2) | IN-PERSON CLASS
$275.00

Instructor - Leslie Cuenca

All Levels
Sunday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
April 7 -  May 5
5 weeks
Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 2


In this 5 week class, students will explore a series of meditative and gentle body movements in combination with ink based drawings to get further understanding of how mind and body connect within the context of a studio practice.  This class begins with a guided meditation and relaxation exercise through mind and body. Through the exploration of body movement, stretches and poses along with the use of Sumi-e ink techniques, students will capture the fluidity found in mind, body and nature. By working through joint painting and movement exercises students will gain a better understanding of the critical role involving body movement and mark making. Additionally, students will learn traditional and innovative ink painting methods such as ink grinding, brush movement, brushstroke technique, in conjunction with historical, philosophical and theoretical reference pertaining to animals selected by students. Suitable for all levels of ink painters.

THIS CLASS IS FULL

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).



Collages to Screenprints! Sponsored by Speedball Art Products® (FA-3) | IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
$200.00

Instructor - Tess Doyle

Beginner
Saturday, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, and Sunday afternoon, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
April 6 -  April 7
2 Day
Pay-What-You-Can

Studio 1


This workshop introduces the basics of multi-layer screenprinting using the photo emulsion stencil process. With hand-drawn imagery & collage techniques, participants will create a 2-layer, color prints on paper. We will focus on gaining a sense of image building through texture, line and color transparency, in order to create an edition of prints. Participants should come with a collection of image ideas, mark making materials, and a readiness to experiment. This workshop emphasizes techniques for creating posters or fine art prints. This workshop will provide a basic understanding of the screenprinting process using photo-emulsion process. Students will learn everything they need to know to screenprinting in their own home/studio. We will learn step by step in stencil preparation, paper-printing options and color techniques. Screenprinting products generously sponsored by Speedball Art Products®.

THIS CLASS IS FULL

This program has limited seating. Once registered, attendance to these courses is highly encouraged. Membership discounts are not applicable to Flexible Access courses. All courses take place at Art League Houston unless noted otherwise. Contact the ALH School during office hours to register under Pay-What-You-Can, be placed on the waitlist or request more information at school@artleaguehouston.org or 713.523.9530 ext. 3. By registering for a class at Art League Houston, you agree to the Art League School policies (please review terms and conditions before registering).