Inspired by the atmospheric twilight photographs of historic buildings in the exhibit, Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along The Underground Railroad, join us for this special offsite photography workshop and walking tour in downtown Massillon. Meet in the Massillon Museum's Gessner Hall as photographer, historian, and Massillon Museum Archivist Mandy Altimus Stahl introduces nighttime photography tips, and walks you around buildings that existed during the time period of the underground railroad, before the Civil War.

Get creative & choose from a variety of techniques to create a spooky or modern (painted and/or stenciled) pumpkins. Students will enjoy festive music and apple cider! Lots of supplies are available so that everyone can choose their designs at their leisure and explore several techniques. We will have stencils, paint, decals, cider and more. And of course, a pumpkin for everyone! Sizes will range around 5-15 pounds per pumpkin, limit one per person. Bring a friend or the whole family, adult & kid friendly!

Drop your brushes and forget about over-blending by utilizing an overlooked piece of painting equipment – the Palette Knife. Create a finished painting by working from a still-life, using only a palette knife. If you love texture, thick paint, and expressive mark-making, then sign-up today! Hone existing skills by practicing a different style or learn something completely new.

*Cost includes most supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $25 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Classic Oil Painting-Intermediate will teach the Flemish technique in this unique class. Whether you are an experienced oil painter wanting to learn a new style of painting, or are wanting to learn a new medium by an acclaimed artist --this class is for you! Class participants will experience painting while emphasizing the Flemish painting techniques. Your finished piece will have a finely rendered classical appearance & be ready to frame! *Each participant is required to use Frank Dale’s personally picked materials for this class.
Classic Oil Painting - Intermediate

Classic Oil Painting for Beginners will teach the Flemish technique in this unique class. Whether you are an experienced oil painter wanting to learn a new style of painting, or are wanting to learn a new medium by an acclaimed artist --this class is for you! Class participants will experience painting while emphasizing the Flemish painting techniques. Your finished piece will have a finely rendered classical appearance & be ready to frame! *Each participant is required to use Frank Dale’s personally picked materials for this class.
Classic Oil Painting - Beginner

Have fun & relieve stress while you learn a new way to create art! Intro to needle felting class will allow you to make decorative felt pumpkins for the fall. Use orange, white, black or your imagination! Each person will complete 3 pumpkins in a variety of sizes.

*All class materials provided

Explore the versatility of watercolor painting at the CMA! Beginners will be learn basic painting techniques. More experienced students will be able to work independently with feedback from the instructor.

*Supply list available the first day of class. cost not included (approximately $55 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Join us as we explore the creative processes of drawing! In this exciting, hands-on class students will view demonstrations, learn how to use a variety of techniques and work with teacher, Kit Palencar, who will tailor instruction to your needs and interests.

*All class materials provided

Create a custom piece of your own design! In this 6 week class you will learn how to design and then create a piece of jewelry to treasure always. Course covers hot & cold connections, piercing, stone setting and other metalsmithing techniques. No experience needed, all levels welcome.

*All class materials provided

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. Topics include camera operation, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and composition. New and experienced photographers are welcome.

*Please bring a digital camera that has a manual mode – DSLR, mirror less, some point-and-shoots and a card reader.