Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Discover fiber art and gather inspiration from the vibrant portraits in the exhibit, "Eyes to the Soul - The Fiber Art of Margene May." In this workshop, students will learn collage techniques utilizing a variety of fabrics to create their own expressive portraits. Craft a unique piece featuring a loved one, someone who inspires you, or even a self-portrait. Be sure to bring a photo reference, either printed out or on a phone.
Join us for this NEW 6-week course at the CMA! Jump into the amazing world of surrealism, inspired by the exhibit "Transcendent Dreamscapes: Exploring Surrealism through the CMA Collection." Discover how artists from 1924 Europe created fantastical, dreamlike scenes straight from their imaginations. Each week, you'll try out different surrealist techniques and create your own unique artworks that blend the real world with a magical dream world.
Join us for this 6-week course at the CMA! Come explore the endless creativity of clay in this fun and challenging class. Visit the galleries to see famous ceramic pieces firsthand, tour the ceramics lab, and learn the process that clay goes through from beginning to end. Create functional, decorative, and sculptural pieces to cherish always. Lessons change every session taught by experienced instructors who work with each student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Join us for this 6-week course at the CMA! Parents, come play with your little artists as we draw, paint, sculpt, and create. Each week, students will gain inspiration while learning about a master artist and then create their very own masterpieces! Enjoy learning and playing with your little ones as we introduce them to the exciting world of art. Lessons change every session taught by experienced instructors who work with each student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
*Cost includes all supplies for both one child and one adult to do together.
Join us for this 6-week course at the CMA! Designed for kids with an interest or passion for visual art. In our classroom studios and museum, young artists will develop foundational techniques to explore various 2D media, including drawing, painting, and illustration. Lessons change every session taught by skilled experienced instructors who work with each student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Join us for this 6-week course at the CMA! Delve into the mind of illustrator and comic book artist Faith Geib and explore what it takes to design unique characters using fundamental drawing, illustration, and cartooning techniques. Analyze commercial, cartoon, and fine art to build your understanding of visual language, and then apply that knowledge. Learn the principles behind style and effectively communicate a message through your art. All experience levels are welcome. If you've taken the class before, we help each student continue to grow.
Join us for this NEW 6-week course at the CMA! Designed for ages 13-18. Explore the exciting intersection of digital art and illustration using an iPad, Procreate, and Artivive with nationally licensed illustrator, artist, and published author Tracy Dawn Brewer. Learn essential techniques such as layering and digital elements to bring your artistic vision to life on a digital canvas. Gain valuable insights into sharing your art online using a Bridge account, empowering your digital presence. Space is limited to ten students, so sign up today!
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Choose to create a holiday candleholder to light up your night or make an ornament to decorate your tree. Many design choices are available. Learn to design and assemble a fused glass piece with transparent glass. Our experienced instructor, Amy Pepperney, will guide you through the fundamentals of glass fusing and various forming techniques to help you create a truly unique piece. No glass cutting is required. All skill levels are welcome. Finished work will be fired and ready for pick up in 2 weeks. Students will be emailed when ready.
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 copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create a set of four beautiful stained glass holiday ornaments. Glass will be pre-cut. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited to eight students, so sign up today!
*Cost includes all art supplies. *$10 worth of materials included in class cost.
Offering this one-time workshop at CMA! This 6-inch glass snowflake will bring sparkle into your home. Learn to design and assemble a fused glass piece using iridescent and transparent glass. No glass cutting is required. Our experienced instructor, Amy Pepperney, will guide you through the fundamentals of glass fusing and various forming techniques to help you create a truly unique piece. All skill levels are welcome. Finished work will be fired and ready for pick up in 2 weeks. Students will be emailed when ready.
