| Class | Times | Max Enrollment | Available | More Information |
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 | 3D Autumn Leaves Alcohol Inks Workshop (1 session) | Saturday, October 28 11:00am – 12:30pm | 12 | 0 | 3D Autumn Leaves Alcohol Inks Workshop (1 session)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Lee Ann Lander
Saturday, October 28
11:00am – 12:30pm
Choose 3 precut leaves and use alcohol inks to color them with interesting and festive color blends. Then learn how to arrange them in a shadowbox to display them in a 3D style.
FEE: $40
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Materials: Included in class fee, provided by instructor
Image Credit: Lee Ann Lander |
 | Block Printing Workshop (3 sessions) | Thursdays, November 30 – December 14; 6:00pm – 8:00pm | 10 | 3 | Block Printing Workshop
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Yani Sheng
Thursdays, November 30 – December 14
6:00pm – 8:00pm
This fun and creative course will offer students an introductory experience to the world of printmaking. This versatile art form allows you the ability to make multiple copies of variations of an image, using many different styles and mediums which is a perfect opportunity to design your own holiday card to send to family and friends! Students will have the opportunity to create their own image and make various prints and cards using block printing techniques.
FEE: $75
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $50-$60 |
| CANCELLED LOW ENROLLMENT-Daylight Clay- Ornaments (1 session) | Sunday, December 17; 2:00pm – 4:00pm | | | Cancelled - Daylight Clay- Ornaments
(1 session)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Grace Bohlen
Sunday, December 17
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Join instructor Grace Bohlen in this relaxed handbuilding workshop series! Our project will be completed in a single sitting, and we will glaze the piece for you; it will be ready for pickup after January 9th. Tonight we’ll be working on sgraffito ornaments; think of it like advanced cookie decorating. No prior clay experience needed. The holiday pop-up shop will be open upstairs to browse and purchase items from local artists.
FEE: $35
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level
*Limited Parking at the MAC due to performance; Additional parking at TWHS* |
| CANCELLED LOW ENROLLMENT-Daylight Clay- Textured Slab Bowls (1 session) | Sunday, December 10; 2:00pm – 4:00pm | | | Cancelled - Daylight Clay- Textured Slab Bowls (1 session)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Grace Bohlen
Sunday, December 10
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Join instructor Grace Bohlen in this relaxed handbuilding workshop series! Our project will be completed in a single sitting, and we will glaze the piece for you; it will be ready for pickup after January 9th. This afternoon’s project will be textured slab bowls; materials will be provided, but consider bringing some plant material, lace, or other texture sources to use. No prior clay experience needed. The holiday pop-up shop will be open upstairs to browse and purchase items from local artists.
FEE: $35
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level
*Limited Parking at the MAC due to performance; Additional parking at TWHS* |
 | CANCELLED LOW ENROLLMENT-Polymer Clay Christmas Ornament Sculpting (3 sessions) | Saturdays, December 2 – December 16; 10:00am – 12:00pm | | | Cancelled - Polymer Clay Christmas Ornament Sculpting (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Weiting Wei
Saturdays, December 2 – December 16
10:00am – 12:00pm
The Polymer Clay Christmas Ornament Sculpting Class is a creative and engaging workshop that teaches participants the art of sculpting beautiful and unique Christmas tree ornaments using polymer clay. This hands-on class is designed for individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists, who are interested in exploring the versatile medium of polymer clay by creating personalized ornaments for the holiday season. This class offers a fun and festive experience, allowing participants to unleash their creativity, learn new techniques, and create lasting memories during the holiday season.
FEE: $190
Enrile Classroom, Lower Level
Materials: Included in class fee, provided by the instructor
Image Credit: Weiting Wei |
| CANCELLED LOW ENROLL- Unleash Your Creativity - Holiday Edition: Adult Creative Writing (3 sessions) | Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12; 6:00pm – 8:00pm | | | Cancelled - Unleash Your Creativity - Holiday Edition: Adult Creative Writing
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Kristin Kummer
Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Jumpstart your creativity! This class is perfect for anyone who writes, wants to write, or has thought about writing and is looking to think outside of the box or to generate more ideas for their writing. The focus for this class will be all things holiday - ALL holidays welcome! We will engage in writing prompts, games, group storytelling, individual writing, and sharing our ideas and writing. This is not so much a writing workshop as an idea-generator and a space to try new things. Unleash your creative self and have fun!
FEE: $70
Master Classroom, Main Level
Supplies: Something to write with (pen/paper, laptop, etc.) |
| CANELLED LOW ENROLLMENT-Moonlight Clay- Coil Building (1 session) | Saturday, December 9; 7:00pm – 9:00pm | | | Cancelled - Moonlight Clay- Coil Building
(1 session)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Grace Bohlen
Saturday, December 9
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Join instructor Grace Bohlen in this relaxed handbuilding workshop series! Our project will be completed in a single sitting, and we will glaze the piece for you; it will be ready for pickup after January 9th. This night we will work on swirly coil-built vessels, which can be anything from bowls to mugs to planters. No prior clay experience needed. The holiday pop-up shop will be open upstairs to browse and purchase items from local artists.
FEE: $35
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level
*Limited Parking at the MAC due to performance; Additional parking at TWHS* |
 | Ceramics: Winter Gnomes (3 sessions) | Thursdays, November 30 – December 14; 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 10 | 2 | Ceramics: Winter Gnomes
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Beth Dekker
Thursdays, November 30 – December 14
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Embrace the enchantment of the season in this hand building ceramics class, where we’ll create whimsical gnomes and garden sculptures. We’ll learn to use the slab roller, decorate with a wide variety of tools, and glaze and fire our adorable creations. Your clay, kiln firings, studio glazes, tools, and studio time outside of class are included in class fee.
FEE: $120
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level |
| Contemporary Dance Technique for Adults 50+ (3 sessions) | Thursdays, November 30 – December 14; 10:30am – 11:30am | 12 | 4 | Contemporary Dance Technique for Adults 50+ (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Perennial Movement Group
Thursdays, November 30 – December 14
10:30am – 11:30am
Join us for class this fall to move your body, cultivate your creativity, and join a supportive community of dancers over age 50! Our classes use principles from contemporary dance to cultivate strength, flexibility, coordination and creativity. People of all abilities and movement backgrounds are welcome; class can be taken seated or standing. This series will culminate with participants learning a short contemporary choreography.
What to Wear To Class:
Please wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move comfortably. Any footwear including bare feet, socks, dance shoes, or clean tennis shoes are welcome.
FEE: $35
Dance Studio, Lower Level |
 | Creative Drawing Workshops (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 10 | 2 | Creative Drawing Workshops (3 sessions)
Teen - Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Anne Vega
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
6:00pm – 9:00pm
If learning a variety of creative drawing techniques is something you would like to explore, then this class is for you! The first week we will be exploring an expressive style of drawing using charcoal and charcoal pencils. Week two is working with pen and ink and ink washes and the last week will be incorporating colored pencil with graphite pencil. This class will be an open studio with guided instruction where students are encouraged to choose their own subject matter.
FEE: $80
Enrile Classroom, Lower Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $70
Image Credit: Anne Vega- Sketchbook Drawing |
 | Creative Sculpture- Polymer Clay (3 sessions) | Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12; 4:00pm – 5:30pm | 11 | 1 | Creative Sculpture- Polymer Clay
(3 sessions)
Grades 3-8; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Yani Sheng
Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Welcome to Yani’s creative sculpture class! Students will engage their creative side by mixing color clays and using sculpting tools to make many pieces of sculpture. Each class, students will be challenged on exploring different topics in creating unique pieces of art. The objectives of the class include helping develop fine motor skills, understanding color mixing, personal concentration, and sparking creativity.
FEE: $65
Enrile Classroom, Lower Level
*Materials are included in the cost of the class* |
 | Direct Watercolor and Soft Pastel Painting (3 sessions) | Fridays, December 1 – December 15; 1:00pm – 4:00pm | 12 | 6 | Direct Watercolor and Soft Pastel Painting (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Emily Rose Hirtle
Fridays, December 1 – December 15
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Learn the fundamentals and application of painting in soft pastel and watercolor using a direct method. Discover essential techniques while practicing painting from life or from your photo references. Learn about different surfaces and materials such as toned paper, hot or cold press paper, brands of soft pastel and watercolor, and historical and contemporary painters who worked in soft pastel and watercolor. Each week you will receive pre-recorded demos on how to apply soft pastel and watercolor in a direct method. You may alternate between each medium or choose to focus on one. We will have group critiques and the instructor will provide individual critiques through the duration of this class.
FEE: $80
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $40-$60
Image Credit: Emily Rose Hirtle |
| Encaustic Workshop (1 session) | Saturday, December 16; 10:00am – 5:00pm | 8 | 0 | Encaustic Workshop (1 session)
High School - Adults; Beginners
Instructor: Juliette Montague
Saturday, December 16
10:00am – 5:00pm
Learn basic encaustic collage, assemblage, and image making techniques to expand your mixed media art making! Supplies are provided by the instructor; you are welcome to bring any collage materials or embeds you would like to use in your creations. Please bring 1-2 wooden surfaces to work on.
FEE: $90
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Materials Provided by Instructor Apart from Wooden Surface to Work on |
 | Experimental Acrylic Painting (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 10:00am – 1:00pm | 12 | 8 | Experimental Acrylic Painting
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Michelle Boerio
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
10:00am – 1:00pm
Push the boundaries of acrylic painting! In this class we will experiment with different tools, methods, and materials to create wonderful and weird new art. Projects include painting on unusual surfaces, combining paint and collage, and creating a painting inspired by music. Most of all, we will focus on self-expression and the process of painting.
FEE: $100
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $45-$60
Image Credit: Michelle Boerio |
 | Intro to Portrait Painting (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 2:00pm – 5:00pm | 8 | 0 | Intro to Portrait Painting
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Michelle Boerio
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Painting people doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this class, we will explore processes for painting portraits and practice different ways to paint and draw the human face. Over the three-week course, we will complete one portrait painting as well as several smaller exercises. Students are welcome to work in oil or acrylic paint.
FEE: $100
Enrile Classroom, Lower Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $40-$60
Image Credit: Michelle Boerio |
| Moonlight Clay- Angel/Fairy Bells (1 session) | Saturday, December 16; 7:00pm – 9:00pm | 10 | 6 | Moonlight Clay- Angel/Fairy Bells
(1 session)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Grace Bohlen
Saturday, December 16
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Join instructor Grace Bohlen in this relaxed handbuilding workshop series! Our project will be completed in a single sitting, and we will glaze the piece for you; it will be ready for pickup after January 9th. This night’s project is pinch-pot angel/fairy bells, perfect as both a sweet little decoration and a festive noisemaker. No prior clay experience needed. The bar will be open upstairs if you would like to purchase beer or wine to sip while you work on your project.
FEE: $35
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level
*Limited Parking at the MAC due to performance; Additional parking at TWHS* |
| Nude Figure Drawing (3 sessions) | Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12; 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 12 | 6 | Nude Figure Drawing
(3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Angela Gage
Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Practice drawing the human form while working with models. Discuss proportions of the figure and face as well as techniques and basics of drawing. Gain confidence while working with charcoal and/or pencils. Price includes model fees.
FEE: $150
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $50 |
| Oil Painting (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 12 | 1 | Oil Painting (3 sessions)
High School - Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Angela Gage
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Learn how to paint using oils. Start painting, mix colors, apply the paint, and learn about glazing and palette knife work. This is a studio class geared toward new students and continuing oil painting students. New students are shown how to use materials and begin an oil painting. Each week we continue to learn about glazing, palette knife work, etc. Returning and advanced students work on their individual paintings with instructor’s help if needed.
FEE: $110
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $50-$75 |
| Painting/Drawing Open Studio (Thursday AM) (3 sessions) | Thursdays, November 30 – December 14; 10:00am – 1:00pm | 8 | 6 | Painting/Drawing Open Studio
(Thursday AM) (3 sessions)
Adult; Any Skill Level
No Instructor
Thursdays, November 30 – December 14
10:00am – 1:00pm
Enhance your creative experience at the MAC and work independently on projects during open studio sessions. Open to all current and former MAC painting and drawing students; or by request with experience. Students provide their own canvas and painting supplies. No instruction will be given during open studio time.
FEE: $30
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor |
| Painting/Drawing Open Studio (Thursday PM) (3 sessions) | Thursdays, November 30 – December 14; 2:00pm – 5:00pm | 8 | 8 | Painting/Drawing Open Studio
(Thursday PM) (3 sessions)
Adult; Any Skill Level
No Instructor
Thursdays, November 30 – December 14
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Enhance your creative experience at the MAC and work independently on projects during open studio sessions. Open to all current and former MAC painting and drawing students; or by request with experience. Students provide their own canvas and painting supplies. No instruction will be given during open studio time.
FEE: $30
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor |
| Painting/Drawing Open Studio (Tuesdays PM) (3 sessions) | Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12; 2:00pm – 5:00pm | 8 | 5 | Painting/Drawing Open Studio (Tuesdays PM) (3 sessions)
Adult; Any Skill Level
No Instructor
Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Enhance your creative experience at the MAC and work independently on projects during open studio sessions. Open to all current and former MAC painting and drawing students; or by request with experience. Students provide their own canvas and painting supplies. No instruction will be given during open studio time.
FEE: $30
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor |
 | Painting People (3 sessions) | Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12; 10:00am – 1:00pm | 12 | 0 | Painting People (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Joe Lombardo
Tuesdays, November 28 – December 12
10:00am – 1:00pm
Learn to paint people. In week one we will study portrait painting. In week two we will cover clothed figure painting. And for our final lesson we will paint figure/s in environment. Each week addresses new challenges for painting people and the techniques to excel. We will use the direct painting approach and make one painting a day. Students paint from photographs. This course will challenge painters of all levels. Only a positive attitude is required!
FEE: $120
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $100
Image Credit: Joe Lombardo |
| Taste of Pastels (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 2:00pm – 5:00pm | 12 | 6 | Taste of Pastels (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Angela Gage
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Learn the basics of this vibrant medium and discover how to use color and line to create expressive works of art. Build upon the skills you have learned and take this vibrant versatile medium and your artwork to the next level.
FEE: $110
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Approx. Cost of Materials: $50-$75 |
 | Wheel Thrown Ceramics Workshop (3 sessions) | Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13; 6:00pm – 9:00pm | 7 | 0 | Wheel Thrown Ceramics Workshop (3 sessions)
Adult; All Skill Levels
Instructor: Anne Vasser
Wednesdays, November 29 – December 13
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Do you have ceramics projects that you just didn’t have time to finish or glaze? Join us for this three week session to finish up your work or make a few quick projects. We can learn to use the extruder to make handles and decorations to apply to your work. We can also do special glaze painting techniques. Your clay, kiln firings, studio glazes, tools, and studio time outside of class are included in class fee.
FEE: $120
Ceramics Studio, Lower Level |