Now offering this NEW workshop in-person! Inspired by the exhibit "Illusions from the CMA Collection: Seeing is Deceiving." Learn a variety of tricks and techniques utilizing light and reflections to create unique optical illusions! Play with glass, mirrors, prisms and more! Delve into the settings on your camera and shoot in modes other than Auto. Both on site and off site photography will take place (weather permitting) within walking distance of the museum. New and experienced photographers are welcome.
Offering this one-time workshop in-person! Enjoy a night creating your own spoon ring from silverware! Spoons will be provided or feel to bring you own heirloom pieces (Malleable silver or silver plated is preferred, no thick steel and stainless steel). Discover traditional metalsmithing techniques of sawing, hammering, and polishing. All skill levels welcome!
*Cost includes all supplies. *If you bring your own pieces, please bring two spoons you don't mind ruining just in case the first attempt does not come out as desired.
Offering this one-time workshop in-person! Design and create your very own wall vase. Use earthy stoneware clay to make a vase that will hang on a wall. Choose patterns and textures to enhance a bouquet of flowers. No experience needed, all levels welcome!
*Cost includes all art supplies including firing and glazing of your pieces!
COVID UPDATE: *At this time, CMA no longer requires students and instructors to wear a face mask inside the building. (Mask policies subject to change based on CDC guidelines)
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join our new instructor and glass artist, Laurie Turner, for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass including assembling and soldering techniques to create this beautiful fall themed votive candle holder! Glass will be pre-cut with multiple colors to choose from. All skill levels welcome. Space is limited to six students, sign up today!
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.
Offering this one-time workshop in-person! Need something unique for your home or as a gift? Learn the art of wet felting using wool, a resist, soap, and water to make a seamless no sew project in a day! Many variations to choose from to make it your own unique creation. All skill levels welcome.
*Cost includes all art supplies. *$27 worth of materials included in class cost *Please bring an old bath towel, hand towel, and plastic bag to take your artwork home in.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join our new instructor and glass artist, Laurie Turner, for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass including assembling and soldering techniques to create this beautiful flower garden stake! Glass will be pre-cut with multiple colors to choose from. All skill levels welcome. Space is limited to six students, sign up today!
Offering this 6 week course in-person! Whether you are a beginner just starting out or have been painting for years there is something for everyone in this course. Discover the versatility of watercolor through demonstrations, discussions and more! Kit Palencar will tailor instruction to your individual needs and interests. All experience levels welcome. Taken the class before? Instructor works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Offering this 6-week course in-person! Enjoy the creative processes of drawing the human figure in this exciting class mixing both classic and modern figure drawing. Students will learn to use various life drawing techniques utilizing a variety of references including a live nude model, photo images, and projected videos of the human figure (some references also will include nude models). Time will be allotted to work during class, offering one on one attention with instructor help and feedback. Kit Palencar will tailor instruction to your individual needs and interests.
Offering this 6 week course in-person! 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. Some off site subject mater near the museum and within walking distance downtown will be used for class projects and inspiration including visiting a professional photography studio!
