Now offering this unique camp at CMA! Join us for camp inspired by the magical realism in the exhibition "Beyond Worlds: Paintings by Laine Bachman." Magical realism paints a realistic view of the world while also adding magical elements, often blurring the lines between fantasy and reality. Throughout this camp, students will explore various art materials and techniques, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and more! Using these tools, students will create unique artworks with rich imagery and fantastical creatures limited only my their imagination!
Now offering this unique camp at CMA! Who doesn't love to play in the mud? Come explore the endless creativity of clay in this fun yet challenging camp. Campers will visit the CMA galleries and see famous ceramic pieces firsthand. Learn the process that clay goes through from beginning to end and even tour our professional ceramics studio. Create fun, decorative, and sculptural pieces to cherish always. Taken Creative Clay before? No problem, all projects and activities are brand new for 2024!
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Workshop participants will learn the magical process of dyeing paper using tissue paper and water, discovering the vibrant hues and textures that emerge. Guided by our experienced instructor, participants will utilize their dyed paper to create stunning collages, incorporating shapes and patterns inspired by Ethel Magafan's painting "Meadows." Through close observation of the painting, students will draw inspiration from its organic forms and colors to infuse their collages with artistic depth.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Inspired by the exhibit "Immersive Spaces from the CMA Collection." This experience-based workshop invites participants to embark on a journey of creativity and collaboration. Immerse yourself in an interactive art experience as you join together with fellow participants to craft a short 3-act play inspired by a chosen artwork. Through observation and imagination, explore the depths of your selected artwork to uncover its narrative potential.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Inspired by the mesmerizing ceramic sculptures in the exhibit "A Material World: Janice Jakielski's Impossible Objects." Jakieliski casts and manipulates ultra-thin porcelain sheets mimicking the look of paper. Through hands-on instruction, discover various paper-cutting and layering techniques inspired by Jakielski's unique forms to bring your own designs to life. Finish by binding your creations into pop-up books using needle and thread.
Offering this NEW Art Play Date in person! Parents, come join your little artists in multisensory art-making activities for both of you to enjoy together. Spread your painting wings by learning about mark-making that mimics the nighttime sky and the beautifully patterned Luna moth who inhabits it. Our sensory play dates are developed to stimulate your toddler's sense of touch, smell, sight, hearing, and balance while encouraging creativity and exploration in a safe environment. Ok-to-get-messy attire is suggested; aprons provided.
Offering this NEW Art Play Date in person! Parents, come join your little artists in multisensory art-making activities for both of you to enjoy together. Collaborate with friends and explore wet-on-wet techniques, while painting an oversized story mural. Our sensory play dates are developed to stimulate your toddler's sense of touch, smell, sight, hearing, and balance while encouraging creativity and exploration in a safe environment. Ok-to-get-messy attire suggested; aprons provided.
*Cost includes all supplies for both one child and one adult to do together.
Offering this NEW Art Play Date in person! Parents, come join your little artists in multisensory art-making activities for both of you to enjoy together. Shake up your art routine with this whole-body light and shadow exploration. Learn about three of the elements of art: color, shape, and texture while manipulating various art materials that react to light. Our sensory play dates are developed to stimulate your toddler's sense of touch, smell, sight, hearing, and balance while encouraging creativity and exploration in a safe environment.
