adult and older teen classes
Some classes are available for older teens. Ages are noted.
See our general policies for our classes HERE; also download and read our Student and Classroom Policies HERE
Read about our AWESOME INSTRUCTORS HERE!!!
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For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. Rarely, spammers post on our social media that you can buy "their ticket". *DO NOT* do this. >
See our general policies for our classes HERE; also download and read our Student and Classroom Policies HERE
Read about our AWESOME INSTRUCTORS HERE!!!
<NOTE -
For any event or class and for *ticketed* classes that you have to pre-pay or pre-register for, you can ONLY get your tickets through us or the instructor for the workshop. Rarely, spammers post on our social media that you can buy "their ticket". *DO NOT* do this. >
*** MORE CLASSES for adults >>> Saturday Soirée Drop-in classes HERE and creative writing classes HERE! ***
Saturday Soiree Drop-In Workshops (for all ages)
Saturday Soiree Drop-In Workshops (for all ages)
PAYMENTS
Our Square Point of Sale system can be a little confusing for some, and there's nothing we can do about this. Our best instructions:
1 - make your selection
2 - answer the questions
3 - click ATTEND
4 - a pop up screen "YOUR CART" should appear, click CONTINUE TO CART ~ OR ~ look for the "shopping cart" symbol in the top of your screen.
5 - check the quantity and other info (edit if needed)
6 - click CONTINUE TO PAYMENT and complete -- you can use SquarePay, GooglePay or scroll down to enter debit or credit cards
If all else fails, you can call the art center to pay over the phone: 770-207-8937
Our Square Point of Sale system can be a little confusing for some, and there's nothing we can do about this. Our best instructions:
1 - make your selection
2 - answer the questions
3 - click ATTEND
4 - a pop up screen "YOUR CART" should appear, click CONTINUE TO CART ~ OR ~ look for the "shopping cart" symbol in the top of your screen.
5 - check the quantity and other info (edit if needed)
6 - click CONTINUE TO PAYMENT and complete -- you can use SquarePay, GooglePay or scroll down to enter debit or credit cards
If all else fails, you can call the art center to pay over the phone: 770-207-8937
"once & done" or limited series
adults only
Friday Night Art Party with Donna
Friday, October 18 from 7 - 9pm
Project: Watercolor feather wreath (this was the September project, but the 9/27 workshop was canceled due to Hurricane Helene)
Register and pay by emailing Donna: [email protected] by the day before class
Class registration closes by 24 hours before class or when the class fills.
Read Donna's bio HERE.
These classes fill quickly so be sure to register soon!
This month we will create a feather themed wreath painting using the "wet into wet" technique, watching colors mix and mingle in a way that only watercolors can! Join us as we continue our monthly dive into leaning watercolors.
Feel free to bring snacks to share. Each month you'll learn a lot, experiment with different media and have fun too! We will have a fun evening of creating, encouraging, talking, and lots of laughter! You may start out as strangers but by the end of the evening you do not leave feeling that way ... Art has a way of bringing people together.
Adults only - fun girls' night out!
SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners
Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies.
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE)
Friday Night Art Party with Donna
Friday, October 18 from 7 - 9pm
Project: Watercolor feather wreath (this was the September project, but the 9/27 workshop was canceled due to Hurricane Helene)
Register and pay by emailing Donna: [email protected] by the day before class
Class registration closes by 24 hours before class or when the class fills.
Read Donna's bio HERE.
These classes fill quickly so be sure to register soon!
This month we will create a feather themed wreath painting using the "wet into wet" technique, watching colors mix and mingle in a way that only watercolors can! Join us as we continue our monthly dive into leaning watercolors.
Feel free to bring snacks to share. Each month you'll learn a lot, experiment with different media and have fun too! We will have a fun evening of creating, encouraging, talking, and lots of laughter! You may start out as strangers but by the end of the evening you do not leave feeling that way ... Art has a way of bringing people together.
Adults only - fun girls' night out!
SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners
Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies.
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE)
Create an Autumn- or Halloween-Themed Tree-of-Life Wreath
with Sioux Henley-Campbell
Saturday, October 19 from 10 am - noon
REGISTER HERE by 10/17 please
$40 (includes supplies)
Unleash your creativity this season by crafting a Tree-of-Life wreath dressed up for Halloween 🎃🕸️ or for the Autumn.
Supplies: All supplies included but please bring your glue gun and glue sticks (if available), and bottled water or soft drink (optional) and get ready for a fun time!
Skill level: all, including beginners
Ages: 13 to adult
with Sioux Henley-Campbell
Saturday, October 19 from 10 am - noon
REGISTER HERE by 10/17 please
$40 (includes supplies)
Unleash your creativity this season by crafting a Tree-of-Life wreath dressed up for Halloween 🎃🕸️ or for the Autumn.
Supplies: All supplies included but please bring your glue gun and glue sticks (if available), and bottled water or soft drink (optional) and get ready for a fun time!
Skill level: all, including beginners
Ages: 13 to adult
Make a Monster Mug with Rebecca
Saturday, Oct 19 from 1 - 3pm
Pre-registration is required - this is NOT a drop-in event!
$60 per mug
REGISTER HERE by 10/18 - seating is limited!
Make a fun mug with Rebecca's expert help. Your mug will be ready in two weeks
Skill level: ALL including beginners
Age: 13 to adult
Saturday, Oct 19 from 1 - 3pm
Pre-registration is required - this is NOT a drop-in event!
$60 per mug
REGISTER HERE by 10/18 - seating is limited!
Make a fun mug with Rebecca's expert help. Your mug will be ready in two weeks
Skill level: ALL including beginners
Age: 13 to adult
adults only
paint pARTy with Jennifer Dominy
Read Jennifer's bio HERE
Friday, October 25 from 7 - 9pm
Project: Sweet Forest Ghost
REGISTER HERE
Join us for an exclusive fun night out paint pARTy with your art instructor, Jennifer Dominy! Hurry, registration for each class closes the day before or when seats are filled—these spots go fast!
Bring your favorite snack to share as we embark on a creative journey together. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, you'll enhance your skills while having a blast. Expect an evening filled with painting with acrylics, encouragement, lively conversation, and plenty of laughter. By the end of the night, you'll leave with new friends and beautiful artwork. Let art unite us in this adults-only experience!
Adults only - fun girls' night out!
SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners
Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies.
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE)
paint pARTy with Jennifer Dominy
Read Jennifer's bio HERE
Friday, October 25 from 7 - 9pm
Project: Sweet Forest Ghost
REGISTER HERE
Join us for an exclusive fun night out paint pARTy with your art instructor, Jennifer Dominy! Hurry, registration for each class closes the day before or when seats are filled—these spots go fast!
Bring your favorite snack to share as we embark on a creative journey together. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, you'll enhance your skills while having a blast. Expect an evening filled with painting with acrylics, encouragement, lively conversation, and plenty of laughter. By the end of the night, you'll leave with new friends and beautiful artwork. Let art unite us in this adults-only experience!
Adults only - fun girls' night out!
SKILL LEVEL: ALL including beginners
Fee: $30 for members; $35 for non-members includes all supplies.
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE)
weekly/on-going classes
Easels and palettes are supplied.
Here’s everything else you’ll need: Paint: If you have paint, bring what you have. If you are purchasing paint, NancyJeanette highly recommends GOLDEN or LIQUITEX HEAVY BODY ACRYLICS for the best value and a better painting experience. These are the basic colors to start with (est. $90 total):
Brushes: You’ll need at least two brushes: one large and one small. Recommended sizes 12 and 8 or 6 and 10 of a synthetic bristle or hog bristle with a long handle. Brushes should be a bit “stiff”, not too soft. If you need new brushes, these are good brands: Silver Brush Grand Prix and Princeton Catalyst. Palette Knife: The most useful shape is called Trowel. It has a triangle shape and a bend down from the handle. Canvas or Canvas Boards: You will need one or two per class of any size you prefer. 1 sturdy water bowl (Cool Whip size is good) 1 Roll Paper Towels We don’t take a formal lunch break but you can bring a snack or lunch if you like. |
Weekly Acrylics Class Wednesdays from 11:30am – 2:30pm - on-going class that you can join anytime, as long as the class is not sold out REGISTER HERE at least 24 hours before class Instructor: NancyJeanette Long Read NancyJeanette's bio HERE One class: $40 for members; $45 for non-members By the month - four week bundle -- $120 for members; $135 for non-members -- buy three classes, get one free! for adults and teens 16+ (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Sign up for just one class or save money with a full bundle of 4 classes for the price of 3! Class size is limited to 8 so registration is necessary at least 24 hours in advance of each class. Questions? NancyJeanette's email: [email protected] This class is just right for you IF:
Each week NancyJeanette will bring something new to inspire you: a new material, an interesting technique, ideas for composition, color mixing, drawing tips, a painting demo, still life setup or even a bit of art history. Bring a painting you’ve started or a photo of something you’d like to paint … or just show up and pick something from NancyJeanette’s folder of “subjects to paint”. SPECIAL DEAL for Beginners: Realizing that paint is not only expensive, but also sometimes hard to find, NancyJeanette will provide paint and brushes for class for an additional supply fee of $12 per class (payable directly to her in cash). If you would like take advantage of this deal, please email her ([email protected] )after you register so that she will know how much to bring each week. We don’t take a formal lunch break but you can bring a lunch or something to share, if you like. |
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Foundations of Watercolor on-going, weekly class -- join anytime! Instructor: Kamden Ecker Read Kamden's bio HERE Fridays 10 - 11:30am REGISTER HERE by the Thursday before your class Fee: $87.50 four week bundle (member); $95 four week bundle (non-member) (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Ages: 16 to adult Skill level: beginners to intermediate Foundations of Watercolor is an ongoing course designed for beginner to intermediate watercolorists, as well as artists interested in refreshing their skills, providing you with the tools to successfully render pleasing watercolor compositions. In Foundations of Watercolor, you will complete a series of studies, based on specific techniques, which will enhance your understanding of the medium, as well as strengthen your abilities. Students currently in this class are at all skill levels, so you may join anytime and learn at your pace. Supplies: All supplies can be found at Hobby Lobby. Watercolor paint should be tubed, not cake form. If you have existing tubed watercolors, brushes, or paper, you are welcome to utilize those materials in class.
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Drawing Class Weekly class with Kamden Ecker: Read Kamden's bio HERE
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) This weekly class is on-going and you can jump in at any time! For adults and teenagers sixteen and up. This class will provide you with the tools needed to draw realistically. Learn to accurately depict value gradations with graphite and learn how to achieve accurate perspective, placement and proportion of your subject matter. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of classical techniques, and delve deep into the historical aspects of classical drawing. Supplies:
About the instructor: Read Kamden's bio in the oils painting class description. |
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Beginner to Intermediate Oil Painting
Instructed by Kamden Ecker Read Kamden's bio HERE Weekly class -- Saturdays from 1 – 3 pm OR Tuesdays from 6 - 8pm Classes are on-going; you may join in at any date. Kamden will email you upon registration to confirm. REGISTER HERE About the class: This class will provide you with all of the skills needed to paint oil. In this class, you will not only learn how to utilize oil, you will also gain an understanding of a variety of classical techniques; how to accurately judge, and compose, value and color; and become acquainted with the lives of past and present masters in all genres of painting. Although this is a group class, each student receives individualized assistance, and is encouraged to develop their own style. This class is based in the classical method, which provides the foundation of art, ensuring students gain the tools in order to paint anything they desire. Fee: $30/class for members; $35/class for non-members Four-week discounted bundle: $105.00 (see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Ages For adults and teenagers age sixteen and up. Supply list Please DOWNLOAD the suggested/recommended supply list. Please note that the colors Kamden lists are required. |
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Pottery for adults and older teens ... beginners are welcomed in ALL classes, not just the one specifically for beginners Instructor: Rebecca Braswell Read Rebecca's bio HERE PLEASE NOTE: REBECCA IS KEEPING A WAIT LIST AS SOME OF HER CLASSES ARE FULL Weekly pottery classes - appropriate for all skill levels: beginners to advanced
BEGINNER POTTERY SIX WEEK COURSE Tuesday nights from 6:30 - 8 pm. Class size is limit is 6. New class launches every couple of months. Beginners only. Next course TBA - email Rebecca Rebecca handles her own registrations and payments. Please email her to inquire about availability: [email protected]. At times, her email "from" may read "Glorified Mudd", so please make sure you check your email for her response. Fees -- Six weeks:
(see benefits of membership and how to join HERE) Private or semi-private "try it" lessons are available, too. These are offered at Rebecca's and your convenience and outside of her usual class-times. Please email Rebecca at [email protected] to inquire about availability.
Register for all pottery classes by emailing Rebecca |
private or semi-private lessons
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LEFT-HANDED CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Grace McCormick EMAIL GRACE first to schedule your time slot, and she will send you a payment link to register and pay. Sessions are an hour and a half long. Fee: $30/session Four-week discounted bundle: $100 Ages: For adults and teenagers age sixteen and up. Skill level: beginner Private one-on-one lessons for left-handers who want to learn to crochet. Taught by a left-hander for left-handers! No need to be "left out!!" |
artistic shelter for grief and loss
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Artistic Shelter with Donna Coffman 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 7 – 8:30pm for eight weeks next session: September 2024 Email Donna for more information This workshop is provided by MWCA free-of-charge but you must email Donna to secure your spot as space is limited. Donna is keeping a WAIT LIST if you are interested in a future session. At this time, Artistic Shelter is a bereavement/grief & loss support group offered to those who have lost family members in the last two years. At a later time, we hope to offer different types of support groups. Artistic Shelter is a healing arts program created by Donna Coffman, a teaching artist and bereaved parent to Christopher. This 8-week program provides a creative and supportive environment for those who have suffered loss of a family member. You will explore the calming benefits of simple art journaling techniques that are easy to do at any time when the realities of life and loss seem too overwhelming. This class will not heal your broken heart but will hopefully provide tools for you to use to bring you small moments of helpful distraction. |
