Practice basic drawing techniques. Learn about line, value, perspective, and composition. Produce quick sketches and complete drawings ranging from still life to the human form using pencil, chalk pastel, and more.
This course will focus on approaches and techniques for representational oil painting. Direct observation along with working from a photographic reference will be the basis for combining light, shadow, and color to create realistic paintings.
This course will focus on approaches and techniques for representational oil painting. Direct observation along with working from a photographic reference will be the basis for combining light, shadow, and color to create realistic paintings.  
Learn the tried-and-true methods of painting in this informative class. Whether you are interested in learning the basics of Realism or jumping right into Expressionism, each student will learn according to their needs.
Learn the tried-and-true methods of painting in this informative class. Whether you are interested in learning the basics of Realism or jumping right into Expressionism, each student will learn according to their needs. 
Post-beginner to advanced-level students will continue to learn about watercolors and refine their skills as the instructor demonstrates new techniques and gives students attention for their personal projects. This semester will focus on techniques and tricks for textures such as weathered wood and brick.
Practice basic drawing techniques. Gesture, contour, quality of line, composition, form, and perspective will be emphasized. 
This course is designed for veterans with any artistic skill level who would like to discover their inner creative voice. Free up your mind, embrace “mistakes” and move forward without any expectations! A variety of techniques and materials will be demonstrated alongside artistic exercises and Museum gallery visits. Students are also encouraged to pursue independent projects in a supportive atmosphere. Classes are also open to one family member or loved one.
Whether you are experienced at drawing the human figure, or just beginning, this drop-in open studio is a great way to practice drawing from a live model. Students are welcome to bring any drawing medium they prefer.
This watercolor class will focus on the traditional landscape with painting demonstrations for skies, water, greenery, and buildings in a relaxed setting.  

In this workshop, you will learn how to create abstract drawings inspired by nature, using a variety of techniques and materials. You will be encouraged to experiment with different approaches to abstraction through a series of exercises that will guide you to explore your own creativity and develop your own unique style.

By the end of the workshop, you will have created several abstract drawings that reflect your own personal voice and artistic vision. You will have gained a deeper understanding of abstract art and its techniques, and you will have developed the skills and confidence to continue creating your own abstract art in the future.

Personal expression through use of technique and color is the goal of this workshop. Painters will explore a variety of techniques to establish a visual vocabulary for expression.
Students will develop fundamental technical skills for digital cameras. Basics such as how to determine a proper exposure, use of depth of field, and what goes into a well-composed image will be covered. Weekend fieldtrips will alternate with some classes.
Young artists (ages 6-12) explore drawing, painting, paper arts, mixed media, fibers and found objects while learning art techniques and history through engaging, inspirational projects.
Ages 6 – 12. A day off of school means a day to create art! Join us at the Museum for a day of projects inspired by our collection and other great works of art!
This is an opportunity for experienced metals students to work independently in the Museum’s metalsmithing studio. A monitor is present for safety and to help guide students with their projects. Completion of Beyond Beginner Jewelry Making or approval by a Museum metals instructor is required to attend.
In this introductory class, students will learn the fundamental processes of Metalsmithing in order to make rings, bracelets, and pendants. Techniques will range from cold-connections including rivets and tabs, to hot-connections such as soldering and chain making. Students will complete at least two pieces of jewelry.
This is an opportunity for experienced metals students to work independently in the Museum’s metalsmithing studio. A monitor is present for safety and to help guide students with their projects. Completion of Beyond Beginner Jewelry Making or approval by a Museum metals instructor is required to attend.
Participants will see their skills advance as new techniques are added and old techniques are refined. Projects will change each semester. Students must have completed Beginning Jewelry Making.
Learn a variety of metal forming techniques to create small scale forms to imitate plants and nature using multi small-scale solder joints.
Learn to create a box clasp and a key clasp that can be used on a bracelet or chain. Students will need some soldering knowledge for this class. 
In this introductory class, students will learn the fundamental processes of Metalsmithing in order to make rings, bracelets, and pendants. Techniques will range from cold-connections including rivets and tabs, to hot-connections such as soldering and chain making. Students will complete at least two pieces of jewelry.
Students of any background or enameling level will be able to participate in this multi-week class. For beginners, this means basic fusing to introductory techniques such as graphite drawing, glass etching and wet-packing, among others. More advanced students will be able to continue building on their projects while techniques such as luster, overglazes, underglazes, and various other surface decoration techniques are incorporated. Techniques covered: fusing, counter enameling, wet-packing graphite drawing, glass etching, under and overglazes, basse-taille, luster.
This is an opportunity for students familiar with enameling to work independently in the studio. A monitor is present for safety and to help guide students with their projects. Completion of a beginner Enameling course or permission from a Museum instructor is required to attend.
Enjoy the pleasures of making your own useful pots. Students will explore techniques for creating beautiful ceramic pieces by hand and on the potter’s wheel. Form, function, and various surface treatments will be presented in a fun, informal setting. 
Enjoy the pleasures of making your own useful pots. Students will explore techniques for creating beautiful ceramic pieces by hand and on the potter’s wheel. Form, function, and various surface treatments will be presented in a fun, informal setting.   
Students with a foundation of throwing skills can continue to build their voice in this class. Demonstrations will guide individual creative projects and strengthen skills to advance student’s techniques in clay.
Students will learn basic wheel thrown shapes to build a foundation on the wheel. This class will learn to wedge and center clay, which are necessary elements to wheel thrown pottery. Weekly demonstrations will focus on cups and bowls.
Enjoy the pleasures of making your own useful pots. Students will explore techniques for creating beautiful ceramic pieces by hand and on the potter’s wheel. Form, function, and various surface treatments will be presented in a fun, informal setting.
Students enjoy a gentle introduction to hand building and wheel throwing in this relaxed beginner’s class!
Learn how to make fabulous cups, bowls, plates, and vases in this fun and informative class designed for beginning level students. Students will start with hand building and transition onto the wheel.