Art FUNdamentals will allow students to build their fundamental artistic skills essential to any artist. By visiting the Museum Galleries they learning about famous artwork & create unique art projects while using a variety of drawing/painting materials. Lessons are changed every session as our experienced, certified instructors can work with student and see them grow! Be sure to sign up for multiple classes!
Parents & Toddlers are invited to join the CMA for a special- Art Play Date! Creep, crawl, slither and create during this tactile Art Play Date. Toddlers will use their bodies & get their hands dirty with a variety of art materials creating fun creepy crawly creatures!
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 Dales 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 Dales 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.
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.
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.
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.
