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Adult & Teen Workshops & Classes

NEW 2019-2020 Classes Now Available!

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The CMA offers courses available in a wide range of media, scheduled for weekdays and weekends throughout the day and evening, there's a class to fit every schedule, budget, and interest! Courses are available for adults plus children and teens, (including a Summer Art Camp).

Felted Figures

All Skill Levels

Begins 01/19/2020, Ends 01/19/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 01/17/2020

1 Sunday, 01:30 PM-04:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: KIm Anderson

Inspired by CMA's current exhibit Crowns: Crossing into Motherhood where the artwork focuses on exploring varying maternal experiences. Create a felted figure that is an ornament sized needle felted fairy, angel, or mother. Using special needles and wool roving even beginners can create a fabulous felted creation. No experience necessary!

*Cost includes all supplies (Includes $20 worth of materials)

Cost: $48.00 per person (Cost for Members: $38.00)

Creative Lettering

All Skill Levels

Begins 01/28/2020, Ends 01/28/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 01/26/2020

1 Tuesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Amy Brown

Have you been intrigued by hand lettering seen on invitations, journals, or art? Curious to give it a try but think that you can't because your regular handwriting is lacking? Then this class is for you! Join us for an evening of drawing letters in this fun workshop where you will learn to develop your own writing into new styles to create beautiful lettered projects.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $20.00 per person (Cost for Members: $15.00)

Sound Wave Paint & Sip

All Skill Levels

Begins 02/11/2020, Ends 02/11/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 02/09/2020

1 Tuesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Erica Emerson

Relax and enjoy friends, wine and fun while creating a personal abstract masterpiece full of love! Now introducing a brand new workshop at CMA inspired by the exhibit Crowns: Crossing into Motherhood. Create a painting from a sound wave recorded by you. Simply record a simple phrase like "I love you" by a child or loved one showing their appreciation for mom or that special person in your life (or any phrase you like). Choose your own colors and enjoy the endless creative and spontaneous possibilities as the heart felt message comes to life on your canvas . Our artist will guide you step-by-step through the process while you enjoy wine, music and a great time!

*One 16" x 20"canvas, materials, wine, and refreshments are included in the cost of the class.
*Please feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
*Must be 21 or older to register.
*Directions on how to record and bring your sound wave on a simple app will be sent through email after registration.

Cost: $35.00 per person (Cost for Members: $26.00)

Felted Soap

All Skill Levels

Begins 02/16/2020, Ends 02/16/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 02/14/2020

1 Sunday, 01:30 PM-04:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: KIm Anderson

Good clean fun! Enjoy the creation yourself or make a unique handmade gift for a special someone. The wool covering on the soap cleans and gently exfoliates your skin. Design the soap in your favorite sports team colors, home decor or stay with all natural colors. Make 3 scented soaps.

*Please bring an old bath towel, hand towel and plastic bag to take your artwork home in.
*$10 worth of materials included in class cost

Cost: $28.00 per person (Cost for Members: $22.00)

Art For Health & Healing - Finding Mindfulness Through the Art of Motherhood Soul Collage

All Skill Levels

Begins 02/20/2020, Ends 02/20/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 02/18/2020

1 Thursday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 103

Instructor: Amy Hope

In conjunction with the Art for Health & Healing Program, the Canton Museum of Art welcomes you to a special mindfulness art series that focuses on slowing down, relieving stress, and learning to use creativity to increase awareness of self and be present in the moment. Inspired by the exhibit Crowns: Crossing into Motherhood, join our registered art therapist, Amy Hope, as she directs you through reflecting on your personal journey of motherhood through collage. What does motherhood look like to you? The ups and downs, joys and pains. Find mindfulness through the power of art.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $20.00 per person (Cost for Members: $16.00)

All About Mom: Mom Yoga and Children's Workshop

Designed for adults and grades PK-4

Begins 03/01/2020, Ends 03/01/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 02/28/2020

1 Sunday, 02:00 PM-03:00 PM

Room 101, Gallery

Instructor: Kat Francis, Amy Brown

Calling all Moms! Who needs some me time, self-care, and appreciation? In this unique program, bring another parent/adult to hang out with your kids in the art classroom to create a heartfelt piece of artwork celebrating their appreciation and love all about you! While the kiddos are busy with art making, moms can enjoy some much needed relaxation through a casual stroll through the CMA's current exhibit Crowns: Crossing into Motherhood where the artwork focuses on exploring varying maternal experiences and the sometimes unrealistic expectations of being a perfect mother explored through beautifully crafted, sculptural works of art. Then enjoy a session of yoga. Come and breathe, move, laugh and just be yourself with other moms!

*Price per family (One Mom for yoga + one joining Adult and up to 5 Kids (grades PK - 4) for art activity)
*Please bring your own yogo mat
*Cost includes all supplies except yoga mat

Cost: $30.00 per person (Cost for Members: $24.00)

Make Your Own Mug and Carpe Diem Coffee Shop Coffee Tasting Workshop

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/11/2020, Ends 03/11/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/09/2020

1 Wednesday, 05:30 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Create your own fun and functional ceramic mug while learning about the fantastic flavors of coffee and all it has to offer! A professional barista from Canton's own Carpe Diem Coffee Shop will guide you through a taste testing of different coffees. While sipping on your favorite flavors learn how to make a personalized drinking mug of your very own using stoneware clay and basic hand building techniques. All levels of experience are welcome. (Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces two weeks after workshop.)

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $40.00 per person (Cost for Members: $32.00)

Fluid Art Paint & Sip

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/17/2020, Ends 03/17/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/15/2020

1 Tuesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Erica Emerson

Relax and enjoy friends, wine and fun while creating an abstract fluid art painting using acrylic pouring techniques. There's nothing more satisfying than watching the paint spill across the surface. Choose your own colors and enjoy the endless creative and spontaneous possibilities as the paint interacts to produce different effects. Our artist will guide you step-by-step through the process while you enjoy wine, music and a great time!

*One 12"x 12" canvas, materials, wine, and refreshments are included in the cost of the class.
*Please feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
*Must be 21 or older to register.
*Fluid art takes a minimum of 72 hours to dry. Students will need to make arrangements to pick up artwork during museum hours.

Cost: $48.00 per person (Cost for Members: $39.00)

Classic Watercolor

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/22/2020, Ends 05/03/2020, no class 4/12/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/20/2020

6 Sundays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Ted Lawson

Explore the versatility of watercolor painting at the CMA! Beginners will 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)

Cost: $108.00 per person (Cost for Members: $86.00)

Pen and Ink Drawing

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/22/2020, Ends 05/03/2020, no class 4/12/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/20/2020

6 Sundays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Douglas Laubacher

Learn the fundamentals of pen and ink by exploring all aspects of this unique, black and white medium with the help of a professional illustrator, Dough Laubacher. By utilizing different tools such as; traditional dipping pens and brushes. Students will learn stippling, crosshatching, feathering, and ink wash techniques. Emphasis is placed on experimentation, culminating in a small, finished work at the end of the six week session. All experience levels welcome.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $115.00 per person (Cost for Members: $92.00)

Digital Photography

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/24/2020, Ends 04/28/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/22/2020

7 Tuesdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Michael Barath

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.

Cost: $110.00 per person (Cost for Members: $88.00)

Classic Jewelry

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/25/2020, Ends 04/29/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/23/2020

6 Wednesdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Alex Draven

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.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $120.00 per person (Cost for Members: $96.00)

Portraiture Drawing

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/25/2020, Ends 04/29/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/23/2020

6 Wednesdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Kit Palencar

Intimidated by drawing portraits and want to improve your skills? Then this class is for you! Discover how to capture and bring life to the human face. Learn how to use a variety of techniques and work with teacher, Kit Palencar, who will teach you how to capture someone's likeness in this six week hands-on session. All experience levels welcome.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $110.00 per person (Cost for Members: $88.00)

Art For Health & Healing - Finding Mindfulness Through the Art of Weaving Tree

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/26/2020, Ends 03/26/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/24/2020

1 Thursday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 103

Instructor: Amy Hope

In conjunction with the Art for Health & Healing Program, the Canton Museum of Art welcomes you to a special mindfulness art series that focuses on slowing down, relieving stress, and learning to use creativity to increase awareness of self and be present in the moment. Allow inspiration to flow while creating your own unique circle tree weaving. Join our registered art therapist, Amy Hope, as she teaches you how mindfulness and art switches on the brain and your buried creative power.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $25.00 per person (Cost for Members: $22.00)

Screen Printing

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/26/2020, Ends 04/30/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/24/2020

6 Thursdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Zachary Lee Clifford

The CMA is introducing a brand new silk screen printmaking class! Have fun exploring this stencil process while utilizing reduction printing, resist techniques, and the use of photo emulsion. Learn the basic techniques to make your own limited edition prints while experienced students will be able to work building skills to create zines, posters, t-shirts and more!All skill levels welcome.

*Cost includes most supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $35 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Cost: $149.00 per person (Cost for Members: $119.00)

Classic Oil Painting Beginner

Beginner

Begins 03/28/2020, Ends 05/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/25/2020

6 Saturdays, 11:00 AM-02:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Frank Dale

In Classic Oil Painting Beginner learn introductory classical oil painting using the multi-layered painting approach called Flemish Technique. Whether you are an experienced oil painter wanting to learn a new style of painting, or wanting to learn a new medium by an acclaimed artist --this class is for you! Class participants will share in the experience of painting a single image. The finished painting will have a finely rendered classical appearance and be ready for framing.

*Each participant is required to use Frank Dales personally picked materials for this class.
Classic Oil Painting - Beginner
*First time students-The class price includes all materials a kit worth over $136 (which you keep when the class is finished)
* 18 hours of class instruction pricing: $86 (Cost for Members $69) +$136 for materials

Cost: $222.00 per person (Cost for Members: $205.00)

Classic Oil Painting Intermediate

Intermediate

Begins 03/28/2020, Ends 05/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/25/2020

6 Saturdays, 11:00 AM-02:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Frank Dale

In Classic Oil Painting Intermediate continue to sharpen and build your skills using Flemish Technique oil painting with instructor, Frank Dale. Utilizing new and more advanced imagery take your painting to a whole new level!

Classic Oil Painting - Intermediate
*Prerequisite (Beginning Oil Painting)
*Please bring your kits to class on the first day
*Class price includes: $80 worth of materials
*18 hours of class instruction: $86 (Cost for Members $69) +$80 for materials

Cost: $166.00 per person (Cost for Members: $149.00)

Classic Acrylic

All Skill Levels

Begins 03/28/2020, Ends 05/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 03/25/2020

6 Saturdays, 02:30 PM-04:30 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Kit Palencar

Whether you are an experienced painter or beginner wanting to dabble in something more, this class is for you! Learn a variety of acrylic painting techniques through learning how to paint subjects from real life observation. Some drawing experience preferred but not required.

*Cost includes most supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $25 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Cost: $128.00 per person (Cost for Members: $103.00)

Advanced Ceramics

Advanced

Begins 04/14/2020, Ends 06/30/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/12/2020

12 Tuesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Students with a firm foundation in basic technical skills will enjoy this class. Form, surface design, glazing, and firing will be explored in greater depth during this class. Advanced students with five sessions or the equivalent, (or working at a level determined to be advanced by the instructor) will be required to do their own firing in cooperation with the Canton Ceramic Artists Guild to deepen their understanding of the process.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Classic Ceramics 10:00am Wednesdays

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/15/2020, Ends 07/01/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/13/2020

12 Wednesdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Glazing techniques will be taught, finished ware will be discussed, and demonstrations will be given.

*Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $40.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Beginning students may also purchase a pottery tool kit ($13.50) from the CMA
*Both clay and ceramics tools can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Wednesdays

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/15/2020, Ends 07/01/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/13/2020

12 Wednesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Glazing techniques will be taught, finished ware will be discussed, and demonstrations will be given.

*Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $40.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Beginning students may also purchase a pottery tool kit ($13.50) from the CMA
*Both clay and ceramics tools can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Classic Ceramics 10:00am Thursdays

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/16/2020, Ends 07/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/14/2020

12 Thursdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Glazing techniques will be taught, finished ware will be discussed, and demonstrations will be given.

*Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $40.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Beginning students may also purchase a pottery tool kit ($13.50) from the CMA
*Both clay and ceramics tools can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Classic Ceramics 12:30pm Thursdays

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/16/2020, Ends 07/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/14/2020

12 Thursdays, 12:30 PM-02:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Glazing techniques will be taught, finished ware will be discussed, and demonstrations will be given.

*Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $40.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Beginning students may also purchase a pottery tool kit ($13.50) from the CMA
*Both clay and ceramics tools can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Thursdays

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/16/2020, Ends 07/02/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/14/2020

12 Thursdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Kim Eggleston-Kraus

Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Glazing techniques will be taught, finished ware will be discussed, and demonstrations will be given.

*Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $40.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Beginning students may also purchase a pottery tool kit ($13.50) from the CMA
*Both clay and ceramics tools can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $170.00 per person (Cost for Members: $136.00)

Raku Firing 101

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/18/2020, Ends 04/25/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/16/2020

2 Saturdays, 10:00 AM-02:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Kim Eggleston-Kraus

The Canton Museum of Art has a new Raku Kiln courtesy of the Canton Ceramics Artists Guild! Learn the fundamentals of Raku firing which is a different firing technique than that of a regular kiln. This process is done outdoors, using a gas kiln. This exciting firing technique involves pulling red hot ceramic ware out of a kiln and placing the ware into a container with combustible materials. During this two-step workshop, students will discuss the process and create their clay pieces on day one and then fire on day two. Students may make and fire up to 3 works. Some clay experience preferred but not required.

*Cost includes all supplies
*Meeting times are 10:00am-2:00pm on 4/18/2020 and 10:00am-5:00pm on 4/25/2020
*Inclement weather makeup day scheduled for May 9th

Cost: $145.00 per person (Cost for Members: $116.00)

Art For Health & Healing - Finding Mindfulness Through the Art of Alcohol Ink Collage

All Skill Levels

Begins 04/23/2020, Ends 04/23/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 04/21/2020

1 Thursday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 103

Instructor: Amy Hope

In conjunction with the Art for Health & Healing Program, the Canton Museum of Art welcomes you to a special mindfulness art series that focuses on slowing down, relieving stress, and learning to use creativity to increase awareness of self and be present in the moment. Join our registered art therapist, Amy Hope, as she directs you through building upon your understanding from the first alcohol ink workshop (preferred but not required). Learn how to paint by only using your breath while painting with alcohol inks using yupo paper, then create a unique piece of art by collaging your pieces. Find mindfulness through the power of art.

*Cost includes all supplies

Cost: $28.00 per person (Cost for Members: $22.00)

Classic Oil Painting Beginner

Beginner

Begins 05/30/2020, Ends 07/11/2020, no class 7/4/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 05/28/2020

6 Saturdays, 11:00 AM-02:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Frank Dale

In Classic Oil Painting Beginner learn introductory classical oil painting using the multi-layered painting approach called Flemish Technique. Whether you are an experienced oil painter wanting to learn a new style of painting, or wanting to learn a new medium by an acclaimed artist --this class is for you! Class participants will share in the experience of painting a single image. The finished painting will have a finely rendered classical appearance and be ready for framing.

*Each participant is required to use Frank Dales personally picked materials for this class.
Classic Oil Painting - Beginner
*First time students-The class price includes all materials a kit worth over $136 (which you keep when the class is finished)
* 18 hours of class instruction pricing: $86 (Cost for Members $69) +$136 for materials

Cost: $222.00 per person (Cost for Members: $205.00)

Classic Oil Painting Intermediate

Intermediate

Begins 05/30/2020, Ends 07/11/2020, no class 7/4/2020 - Register

*deadline to register: 05/28/2020

6 Saturdays, 11:00 AM-02:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Frank Dale

In Classic Oil Painting Intermediate continue to sharpen and build your skills using Flemish Technique oil painting with instructor, Frank Dale. Utilizing new and more advanced imagery take your painting to a whole new level!

Classic Oil Painting - Intermediate
*Prerequisite (Beginning Oil Painting)
*Please bring your kits to class on the first day
*Class price includes: $80 worth of materials
*18 hours of class instruction: $86 (Cost for Members $69) +$80 for materials

Cost: $166.00 per person (Cost for Members: $149.00)