Cultivate your inner artist and discover your unique artistic voice in our supportive, weekly open studio. This class is designed for all levels, from beginners to advanced, providing a relaxed studio space to explore new techniques, try out art supplies, and explore creative expression. Work at your own pace with guidance from one of CMA’s teaching artists when needed. Bring your own materials and ideas, or utilize our artist's materials, included with the class fee. Ages 10+; 20 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.

Find your flow while surrounded by art. Yoga in select Museum spaces is led by Michael Curtis, owner of The Yoga Place and Yoga Central Ohio. Instruction includes basic yoga poses that emphasize the synergy between one’s personal energy space and the space occupied by art and ideas. Participants provide their own yoga mats. All experience levels welcome. Ages 15+; 10 seats available.

New to fused glass? Learn the basics of glass fusing and create a unique work of glass art to display in a window or on a shelf. This class is appropriate for all skill levels, including beginners. Students will learn how to design, cut and break glass, including techniques that do not require any glass cutting. Finished pieces are kiln fired and available for pick-up within 1-2 weeks. All materials provided; Ages 15+; 12 seats available.

Create a unique piece of fused glass to add spark to your garden and capture the sunlight. Students learn various cutting techniques or work with precut glass. Once pieces are kiln fired, this durable glass art is ready to hang and can withstand all weather conditions. With unlimited design possibilities, students will complete a unique, luminous piece ready to transform any outdoor space. Finished pieces are available for pickup within 1–2 weeks. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 15+; 12 seats available. 

Explore a range of glass fusing techniques and create a glass portrait of your pet. Students are required to email a photograph of their pet to the instructor prior to the workshop, allowing the instructor to purchase the necessary glass colors and resize the photo to fit the glass canvas. This workshop welcomes all skill levels and animal lovers. Finished pieces require kiln firing and are available for pickup within 1–2 weeks. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 15+; 6 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.