Create a magical accent for your outdoor space with a whimsical butterfly sculpture! Students learn how to bend wire and string vibrant, translucent glass beads to craft a unique garden decoration. Anchored to a natural rock, your butterfly will shimmer and glow as sunlight passes through the beads, allowing you to easily place this enchanting piece anywhere in your garden. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 15+; 10 seats available.
Inspired by natural crevice gardens, this workshop is designed to guide students in constructing a rock tower that narrows gracefully toward the top. You’ll tuck in live rosette, and trailing succulents, adding moss for softness, and finishing with small stones for natural detail. The result is a unique living work of art that is low-maintenance and will continue to grow and thrive throughout the season. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 15+; 10 seats available.
Create a stunning nature-inspired centerpiece that blends thriving plants with fresh cut flowers. Students will use whimsical branches, moss, rocks, and floral oasis to design a living arrangement that remains vibrant when the fresh cut flowers wilt – simply replace them with new ones to keep your centerpiece colorful and fresh for months on end. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 10 seats available.
Learn the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create a symbol of spring that requires no caretaking. Let go of stress and smell the flowers, as Laurie guides you through this intricate art form of merging colored glass with light. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 8 seats available.
Welcome spring with a wreath inspired by nature’s beauty. Students design with natural, reclaimed elements including moss, twigs, branches, durable lifelike florals and rustic woodland accents that are fastened onto a grapevine base. A tiny nest and a pair of songbirds bring charm and life to this timeless sign of spring. Bring joy to your front door or entrance way. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 10 seats available.
Learn foundational basket‑weaving techniques while creating an heirloom‑worthy piece. This traditional basket is designed to gather fresh cut herbs, flowers and harvest veggies from the garden. No experience needed. Melinda will teach you the art form of basket weaving, sending you home with a uniquely handmade treasure. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 10 seats available.
Discover the power of art to connect and comfort. In this fabric focused class, students will create uniquely tied and knotted fleece blankets, a project that blends personal expression with community service. Students will create one blanket to donate to a local homeless shelter and one to keep, offering a message of warmth and hope to those in need. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 15+; 8 seats available.
This beginner-friendly watercolor class offers a creative journey into the world of watercolors, focusing on essential techniques through playful experimentation mimicking the styles of watercolor artists in CMA’s permanent collection while encouraging individual artistic expression. Students will develop fundamental watercolor skills. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 8 seats available.
This essential 8-part course explores drawing fundamentals, emphasizing its role as the foundation of all visual art. Ideal for students at any skill level, Lynda teaches observational techniques to enhance creative self-expression. Enhance your art toolbox with supplies you keep after the class, including a range of artist grade drawing pencils, and specialty drawing papers. Ages 15+, 10 seats available.
Looking to capture color in the moment without the mess of paints? Learn to transform dry pastel pigments into vibrant, dynamic compositions using the right values, shapes and colors to evoke a spectrum of light, shadow and emotion. Intermediate to advanced drawing skills are required for this 8-part series. High quality art materials are provided for each student, including a 96-count pastel set, drawing papers and a range of drawing pencils. Ages 16+, 10 seats available.
