Age Guidelines

For an extra $10 your child can stay during the lunch hour as well.

*Please be sure to have your child bring their lunch.

**We must be notified 7 days prior to the class start date for refunds to be given. Please call the museum to let us know if your child will not attend the class.

Daydreams & Doodles

 Young artists will discover the joy of drawing through imaginative play with patterns and color. Using chalk, pencil, markers, and pen, students will learn to turn simple shapes into creative images, colorful scenes, and memorable projects to take home in their first artist portfolio.

Flex your Sketch!

Designed for growing artists, this class helps students develop techniques in shading, perspective, and drawing from observation. Working with a variety of materials, students will create colorful images to express their unique style. In addition to making a keepsake portfolio, artists will take home a collaborative poster that demonstrates the benefit of teamwork and thoughtful creativity.

Treasured Memories: Memory Boxes

Turn moments into masterpieces in this heartfelt, hands-on art class! In Treasured Memories, students will design and create their very own personalized keepsake box—perfect for holding photos, notes, trinkets, and all the little things that matter most.

Guided by artist Roberta Bridges, students will explore a variety of creative techniques including painting, decoupage, and embellishing. From layering meaningful images and patterns to adding decorative touches like charms, textures, and mixed media accents, each box will become a one-of-a-kind reflection of the artist’s story.

Whether you’re preserving special memories or creating a meaningful gift, this class is all about creativity, self-expression, and celebrating what you treasure most. Students will leave with a beautifully finished keepsake box and a piece of art filled with personal meaning.

Discovering the Masters

Get ready to travel through time and creativity in Discovering the Masters! In this exciting, hands-on class, young artists will explore the bold, colorful, and imaginative worlds of some of history’s most famous creators—like Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, and more.

Each day brings a new artistic adventure as students learn about different styles, techniques, and stories behind these legendary artists. From swirling brushstrokes and vibrant colors to abstract shapes and playful perspectives, kids will experiment with fun and unique ways to create their own masterpieces inspired by the greats.

This class is all about creativity, curiosity, and confidence—encouraging kids to think like artists, try new things, and express themselves in bold ways. Students will leave with a collection of inspired artworks and a deeper appreciation for the magic of art history!

Take A Look At Yourself

Get ready to see yourself in a whole new way! In Take a Look at Yourself, young artists will dive into the fun and fascinating world of portrait art while learning the basics of facial proportions—like where eyes, noses, and mouths really go (hint: it’s not always where you think!).

Students will build confidence in drawing faces step-by-step, then take things further by adding their own creative twists. Inspired by artists like Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol, kids will experiment with bold colors, patterns, and imaginative details to turn their portraits into unique works of art that truly reflect their personalities.

This class blends skill-building with self-expression, encouraging students to embrace what makes them different and celebrate it on the page. By the end, each artist will walk away with a collection of one-of-a-kind portraits—and a fresh perspective on themselves!

Bare Essentials: Approaches to Abstraction

Strip it down and discover the power of simplicity in Bare Essentials: Approaches to Abstraction. This engaging class invites artists to move beyond detail and focus on what truly matters—learning how to distill subjects down to their most essential forms.

Inspired by the bold, simplified works of artists like Piet Mondrian and Kazimir Malevich, students will explore how to use geometric shapes, expressive lines, and intentional blocks of color to create striking, minimalist compositions. Through guided exercises and creative experimentation, you’ll learn how less can truly become more.

This class also encourages thinking outside the traditional canvas. Work with alternative surfaces such as folded paper, wooden blocks, and other unexpected materials to add dimension, texture, and visual impact to your pieces.

Perfect for artists looking to loosen up their style or explore a more modern, conceptual approach, this class is all about clarity, creativity, and discovering beauty in the essentials.

Monet’s Garden: Art In Bloom

Step into the dreamy, colorful world of Claude Monet! In this fun and imaginative class, young artists will explore the beautiful flowers that inspired Monet’s famous paintings—from water lilies to vibrant garden blooms.

Students will learn about the soft, layered brushstrokes and light-filled colors of Impressionism while creating their own floral masterpieces. Using paint, mixed media, and a touch of creativity, kids will experiment with blending colors, dabbing techniques, and capturing the feeling of a garden in full bloom.

By the end of the class, each child will have their own Monet-inspired artwork bursting with color, texture, and imagination—just like a garden on canvas!

Happy Little Landscapes

Let your imagination wander into a world of rolling hills, glowing sunsets, and peaceful forests in Happy Little Landscapes! This fun and engaging class introduces young artists to the basics of drawing and painting beautiful outdoor scenes.

Students will explore the building blocks of landscape art—learning how to create depth using foreground, middle ground, and background, mix colors for skies and land, and use simple techniques to paint trees, mountains, clouds, and water. Through step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on experimentation, kids will build confidence while discovering their own unique creative style.

Along the way, we’ll play with texture, layering, and blending to create different moods and atmospheres—from bright sunny days to misty, magical evenings. The class culminates in an original atmospheric landscape painting, where students bring everything they’ve learned together to create a scene full of depth, color, and imagination.

By the end, each artist will leave with a one-of-a-kind landscape and the skills to keep creating their own imaginative worlds!

Painted Views: Landscape Painting

Immerse yourself in the beauty of landscape painting while exploring the versatility of acrylics in this engaging, skill-building class for adults. Atmospheric Landscapes in Acrylic is designed to guide artists of all levels through the fundamentals of creating compelling, expressive scenery.

Students will learn essential techniques such as color mixing, layering, and brushwork to capture skies, land, and water with depth and realism. We’ll focus on building strong compositions and creating a sense of atmosphere—whether that’s a soft, hazy horizon, dramatic clouds, or glowing light at sunrise or sunset.

Through guided demonstrations and independent exploration, participants will develop confidence working with acrylic paint, learning how to manipulate its fast-drying nature for both bold textures and subtle blends. Emphasis will also be placed on perspective, value, and color relationships to bring landscapes to life.

The class culminates in a finished, original landscape painting that reflects each artist’s personal style and vision. Whether you prefer serene and minimal or rich and dramatic, you’ll leave with both a completed piece and a deeper understanding of how to create atmosphere and depth in your work.

The Talking Stick

Inspired by storytelling traditions where a Talking Stick is used to create respectful spaces for listening and sharing, this class invites students to explore how art can represent ideas, stories, and personal expression.

Students will begin by learning about the symbolism of the Talking Stick and how objects can be used to communicate meaning and encourage respectful dialogue within a community.

Each camper will then design and create their own Talking Stick using natural branches and mixed media materials. Students will decorate their sticks with beads, yarn, ribbon, feathers, and other textured elements while exploring ideas of symbolism, storytelling, and artistic expression.

Cat’s Eye Weaving

Students will explore traditional weaving techniques known as the Cat’s Eye, or Ojo de Dios. Using simple sticks and colorful yarn, students will learn how to build layered geometric patterns whole experimenting with color, rhythm, and symmetry. As their weaving grows, students will embellish their pieces with beads, feathers, and found objects to create a unique hanging sculpture. This project introduces cultural storytelling, fiber art techniques, and personal expression while encouraging patience and creativity.

Fresh Fun: Practical Flower Arranging

Learn about the fascinating nuances of floral event design! After an informational session about the process behind flowers and design, students will learn to put together several fresh flower creations. They will create and take home their very own boutonnieres, hand wrapped bouquets, and vase arrangements made together during the classes.

Perfect for teens and adults wanting to explore a new medium of art and crafting. Or if you’ve always wondered what goes on in the back room of a floral studio, this is your chance to learn!

Fold & Create!

Get ready to fold, draw, and be amazed! In this playful and imaginative class, young artists will explore the magic of transforming paper into expandable works of art. Using simple folding techniques, students will create drawings that grow, stretch, and surprise—turning ordinary creatures, objects, and scenes into extraordinary, interactive masterpieces.

Through guided demonstrations and plenty of creative experimentation, kids will learn how to plan their drawings so that hidden parts are revealed when the paper is unfolded. From animals with secret features to objects that “come to life,” each project encourages storytelling, problem-solving, and artistic expression.

Perfect for curious and creative minds, this class combines hands-on fun with a touch of artistic magic—where every fold brings a new surprise!

Twisted Threads: Yarn Art

Get ready to layer, design, and create! In this fun and colorful class, young artists will use yarn and their imagination to build unique works of art full of texture and personality.

Students will explore arranging and layering different colors and lengths of yarn to create bold designs, playful patterns, and imaginative pictures. From swirling lines to soft shapes, they’ll discover how simple materials can come together to make eye-catching, one-of-a-kind creations.

Perfect for kids who love hands-on creativity, Twisted Threads is all about experimenting, having fun, and bringing art to life—one layer at a time!

Framed in Elegance

Taught by artist Roberta Bridges, this hands-on class, students will transform a simple frame into a one-of-a-kind piece of art by embellishing it with sparkling jewels, unique found objects, and even personal keepsakes. Whether you bring small mementos from home or choose from a variety of provided materials, you’ll learn how to thoughtfully arrange and secure each element to create a design that reflects your personal style and story.