Offering this 6-week course in-person! Inspired by the still lifes in the exhibit "Right Place, Right Time: Paintings by Robert Coleman Jackson." Delve into how artists create meaning through rendering objects and discover the historical significance of why the still life has been the most popular subject matter of all time! Explore deeper elements of composition, master copies, developing an image over time, sighting/measurement, drawing from life, and more. Time will be allotted to work during class, offering one on one attention with instructor help and feedback.
Offering this 6 week course in-person! Learn to see like a photographer and go from taking snapshots to purposeful, well-composed images that reflect your personal vision. Master the buttons and dials on your camera and shoot in modes other than Auto. This course introduces participants to the creative and technical possibilities of digital photography. Some off site subject mater near the museum and within walking distance downtown will be used for class projects and inspiration including visiting a professional photography studio!
Offering this NEW 6 week course in-person! Create and wear your own handmade pair of earrings. In this class, you will design either a dangle or post pair of sterling silver earrings set with cabochon stones of your choosing. Learn metalsmithing techniques, such as soldering, cutting, and bezel setting to create a one of a kind piece of your very own. Have you taken a jewelry class before? Make a companion piece to match! All skill levels are welcome as instructor, Alex Draven, works with each individual student to see them grow. Sign up for multiple classes!
Offering this 6 week course in-person! Throughout this class, you will learn about the heating cycle of glass, how to use a kiln, plus the techniques to design unique pieces of your own design. Make jewelry, coasters, and bowls using slumping techniques to name a few projects. Time will be allotted to work during class, offering one on one attention with instructor help and feedback. All experience levels welcome. Taken the class before? Instructor works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Offering this 12 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Instructor works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Offering this NEW one-time workshop in-person! Inspired by the fantasy and nature in the exhibit "Potion Park: The Kaleidoscopic Garden of Steve Ehret and Kat Francis." Bring your garden inside by learning to wet felt whimsical flowers. Harness your creativity to incorporate natures colors and make these felt sculptures limited only by your imagination. Learn the art of wet felting using wool, a resist, soap, and water to make a seamless no sew project in a day! All skill levels welcome.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop in-person! Design and create your very own windowsill planter perfect for small indoor plants or herbs in the winter. Use earthy stoneware clay and basic hand building techniques to make a conversation piece you will cherish always. No experience needed, all levels welcome. Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces two-four weeks after workshop and will be emailed when ready.
*Cost includes all art supplies including firing and glazing of your pieces!
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join our instructor and glass artist, Laurie Turner, for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass using lead came and assembly and soldering techniques to create this beautiful stained glass snowman. Glass will be pre-cut. All skill levels welcome. Space is limited to six students, sign up today!
*Cost includes all art supplies. *$26 worth of materials included in class cost
Offering this one-time workshop in-person! Enjoy a night creating your own personalized silver spoon stamped key chain or pendant! Equipped with a hammer, a little anvil, and metal stamping tools, you can easily make your own unique stamped creation using any designs or letters you would like! All skill levels welcome.
*Cost includes all supplies.
COVID UPDATE: At this time, CMA no longer requires students and instructors to wear a face mask inside the building. (Mask policies subject to change based on CDC guidelines)
Now offering this NEW one-time workshop in-person! This special event is for Adults 21 and over. Up for a unique and funky night of black light reactive fun? Sip, make art, and chill in a fun atmosphere with friends while coloring black velvet fuzzy posters with neon black light reactive markers. Relax while sipping on samples of a variety of tasty beers from our friends at Fat Head's Brewery!
*Cost includes all supplies and a flight of 6, 4oz beer samples. *Sponsored in part by Fat Head's Brewery.
