Offering this 6 week course in person! Unlock the artistry of embroidery, tailor-made for those who are a beginner with embroidery. Learn fundamental stitches and techniques, while exploring your creative side. We provide the materials, tools, and a welcoming environment. Whether you're drawn to embellishing décor, personalizing clothing, or simply seeking a new mindful hobby, join us and bring your artistic visions to life, one stitch at a time. Beginner students are welcome. Taken the class before?
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Delve into the world of ceramics as you craft your very own personalized plant markers. Learn essential techniques for shaping, carving, and adorning clay to create functional and beautiful markers for your garden or indoor plants. Drawing inspiration from nature, infuse your markers with botanical motifs or design elements with your own unique style and flare. All skill levels welcome. Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces three-six weeks after workshop and will be emailed when ready.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Step into the enchanting world of ceramics where you'll craft your very own magical fairy door. Immerse yourself in the artistry of ceramics as you learn essential techniques for shaping, molding, and decorating clay to bring your fairy door to life. Drawing inspiration from folklore and fantasy in the exhibition, "Beyond Worlds: Paintings by Laine Bachman," infuse your creation with whimsy and charm. All skill levels welcome.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Inspired by the mesmerizing ceramic sculptures in the exhibit "A Material World: Janice Jakielski's Impossible Objects." Jakieliski casts and manipulates ultra-thin porcelain sheets mimicking the look of paper. Through hands-on instruction, discover various paper-cutting and layering techniques inspired by Jakielski's unique forms to bring your own designs to life. Finish by binding your creations into pop-up books using needle and thread.
Offering this NEW 6 week course at CMA! Join us for this captivating class inspired by the enchanting exhibition "Beyond Worlds: Paintings by Laine Bachman." Explore the magical realms of folklore and fantasy as you embark on a creative journey through a variety of mediums. From painting to sculpture, and beyond, immerse yourself in the rich imagery and fantastical creatures depicted in Bachman's artwork. Our experienced instructors will lead students through numerous art activities using a variety of materials and mediums.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Workshop participants will learn the magical process of dyeing paper using tissue paper and water, discovering the vibrant hues and textures that emerge. Guided by our experienced instructor, participants will utilize their dyed paper to create stunning collages, incorporating shapes and patterns inspired by Ethel Magafan's painting "Meadows." Through close observation of the painting, students will draw inspiration from its organic forms and colors to infuse their collages with artistic depth.
Offering this NEW Art Play Date in person! Parents, come join your little artists in multisensory art-making activities for both of you to enjoy together. Collaborate with friends and explore wet-on-wet techniques, while painting an oversized story mural. Our sensory play dates are developed to stimulate your toddler's sense of touch, smell, sight, hearing, and balance while encouraging creativity and exploration in a safe environment. Ok-to-get-messy attire suggested; aprons provided.
*Cost includes all supplies for both one child and one adult to do together.
Offering this 6 week course at CMA! Designed for kids with an interest or passion for visual art. In our classroom studios and museum, young artists will develop foundational techniques to explore various 2D media, including drawing, painting, and illustration. Lessons change every session taught by skilled experienced instructors who work with each student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!
Offering this NEW Art Play Date in person! Parents, come join your little artists in multisensory art-making activities for both of you to enjoy together. Spread your painting wings by learning about mark-making that mimics the nighttime sky and the beautifully patterned Luna moth who inhabits it. Our sensory play dates are developed to stimulate your toddler's sense of touch, smell, sight, hearing, and balance while encouraging creativity and exploration in a safe environment. Ok-to-get-messy attire is suggested; aprons provided.
Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Get back to nature and explore the art of printmaking using found objects from the great outdoors as your inspiration. From leaves and flowers to twigs and stones, students will learn how to create stunning prints using traditional printmaking techniques. This unique workshop is a perfect blend of art and nature where participants will be able to bring the beauty of the outdoors into their artwork. Ok-to-get-messy attire is suggested; aprons provided.
