Thursday, October 22 / 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Learn about the Mexican tradition of Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and create and decorate colorful sugar skulls!  This centuries old tradition honors and celebrates the souls of those who have passed. Each student will receive two pre-molded sugar skulls to decorate and take home.

Instructor: Maria Segura
Ages: 1 – 12 (ages flexible)

Wednesdays, October 14 – 28 / 6 – 9 pm

Learn in a working studio the advantages of using studio strobe lights. Some features include: freezing action when shooting people or objects, consistent color temperature, lots of light power and how to combine strobe and continuous light to create motion. Students will shoot live models and will receive an overview of lighting basics, safety, and exposure techniques.  NOTE: Classes are taught off site at Jeff Ross’ Studio.

Instructor: Jeff Ross
Ages: 15 and Up / Some Camera Experience (students must be familiar and comfortable with their DSLR camera settings)

Supply List:
Digital SLR with manual exposure capabilities, computer and software to edit images, flash drive to transport images.

Saturday, October 10 / 10 am – 2 pm
and Sunday, October 11 / 10 am – 12 pm 

In this two-day class, students will learn the basics of mosaics, including techniques, design and grouting. Using various materials, students will be guided through a 10” x 10” mosaic mirror project. All materials provided but students may bring other objects (stones, jewels, beads, etc.) to incorporate into their piece. This class is intended for those unfamiliar or new to mosaics but all skill levels are welcome.

Instructor: Katie Packham
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Saturday November 14 / 10 am – 2 pm
and Sunday, November 15 / 10 am – 12 pm 

Students will choose from a variety of projects including coasters, frames, plaques and holiday shapes to mosaic.  Students can complete three small projects or two medium projects on the first day and will be guided through the grouting process on day two. Mosaic 101 is suggested but is not required. All supplies are included but students can bring tesserae to incorporate into the projects.

Instructor: Katie Packham
Ages: 15 and Up / All Levels

Thursdays, November 5 – December 17 / 6 – 9 pm
NOTE: No class on 11/26

Whether you are a beginner or a intermediate level artist this class is designed to help your improve your drawing techniques. Students will start with the very basics gainnig a solid foundational working knowledge of how to draw what they see with an empasis on tonal range, perspective and shading. Through drawing drills and take-home assignments students will gain a better understanding of tool use and drawing techniques to create successful drawings using the comparative method.

Instructor: David McCamant
Ages:15 and Up / All Levels

Supply List:

• Drawing Pencils: 3 – HB, 1 – each B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 1 – White pastel pencil
• Erasers: 1 – Kneaded, 1 – White ‘soap’
• Drawing Board: 24”x 32” Incredible Art Board (or similar)
• Clips: 2 – Bulldog brand clips (as large as you can find)
• Paper: 1 – 9” x 12” Pad Strathmore Charcoal Paper Medium Weight (white), 1 – 9” x 12” Pad Bogus Rough Sketch Paper (brown), 1 – 12” x 18” Pad Strathmore Charcoal Paper Medium Weight (white), 1 – 9” x 12” sketchbook
• Small pencil sharpener

Wednesdays, November 4 – December 16 / 3:30 – 5:30 pm
NOTE: no class on 11/25

Young artists will enjoy creating viewing both contemporary and historical references of animals in art. Drawing from the Museum’s exhibitions, students will explore basic painting and drawing techniques in this fun after-school series. All materials and a snack are included with registration. Note: there will be no class on Wednesday, November 25.

Instructor: Merry Mathers
Ages: 7 – 12 / all levels

Wednesday, December 2 / 6 – 9 pm

Ladies are invited to get crafty with this fun and social workshop. Get ready for the holidays this year and create your own handmade tags and cards for friends and family. Using various paper materials, stamps, washi tape, image transfers, and more, the class will explore different methods for making unique gift tags and cards that will stand out and give lots of holiday cheer. Bring old friends, meet new ones and have a great night over a glass (or two!) of wine and a fun project designed for all skill levels.

Instructor: Lisa Kurt
Ages: 21 and up / All levels

Optional Supply List:
Any stamps, papers, decorative elements they would like to bring. All necessary materials will be provided and are included with registration.

Thursday, November 12 / 6 – 9 pm

Create a variety of image transfers in this class where various methods will be taught. Using black and white as well as color photocopies, create image transfers on to paper, canvas, wood, and more using gel transfer and packing tape transfer methods.

Instructor: Lisa Kurt
Ages: 15 and up / All levels

Supply List:

• Black and white toner-based photocopies and color photocopies* (must be toner ink, these cannot be printed on inkjet prints- they will not work)
• Sketchbook, moleskin journal or other blank journal (any size – accordion books work great for this if you can fine them!)
• Magazines with images you like (fashion, home decor, art are all great for this)
• Small wood panels, raw canvas or other objects you might want to print on/decorate (wood/canvas/paper all work well). NOTE: There will be a small selection of these type of items that will be provided to choose from as well.

Sunday, November 8 / 10:30 – 11:15 am

Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess! *Supply list. 

Instructor: Lisa Kornze
Ages: 6 months – 3 years

Sunday, November 8 / 9:30 – 10:15 am

Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess!

Supply List: Change of clothes/diaper and a towel

Instructor: Lisa Kornze
Ages: 6 months – 3 years