All Ages

These 60-minute private vocal lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking for an easy-going, fun environment. 

Students will learn to sing with confidence. Students will learn proper vocal techniques. There will be a focus on the four basic principles of singing: breath support, relaxed vocal cords, diction, and ear training.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of February 2, 9, 16, 23.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Ages 7 - 17

Sing with confidence. Students will learn proper vocal techniques. There will be a focus on the four basic principles of singing: breath support, relaxed vocal cords, diction, and ear training.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

If you prefer a one-hour lesson, please sign up for that option instead.

Weeks of February 2, 9, 16, 23.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Adult

This class explores the fundamentals of using different types of pastels (soft, hard, oil), and essential techniques to create colorful and expressive art. Through guided step-by-step instruction often involving still life objects or photographs, students will experiment with different tools and surfaces to develop foundational skills in blending, layering, and shading to create smooth transitions and rich textures unique to pastel drawing. Students will also learn how to mix colors directly on the paper and use value and color relationships to build form and light. This class is suitable for all levels of experience.

5:30 - 7:00 pm, Mondays, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9.

Adult

Hand building with pottery is another way of working with clay. The basic techniques are easier to learn and the range of forms you can produce is much broader. If you are interested in clay, but are not sure the wheel is for you, consider hand building and begin creating wonderful functional pieces of artwork on your very first day. This class will give you the opportunity to create unique projects each week. Students will focus on the vocabulary of clay, slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression, and more. For students who are looking for a place to express their creativity, hand building may be the experience for you. Only 10 spots available.

11:00 am - 1:30 pm - Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10

Adult

In Basic Drawing we will explore the basics that will become the foundation of every drawing you do from then on. You will learn to identify the basic shapes that make up your subject, assign space to those shapes, pick a light source, and accurately develop strong values that will bring your drawings to life. From doodles to finished drawings, the journey starts here!

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10.

Adult

In Oil Painting for Beginners, students will be inspired to continue their painting journey. Painting mysteries will be unlocked, and challenging questions will find answers and tools will be explained. This course will help students learn how to start painting the right way, how to organize their pallet, how to place their subjects on the canvas and progress to modelling and finally detail work. Students will receive a supply list after they register.

The cost is $315 plus supplies.

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7.

Grades 9 - Adult

This is a class for students who would like to explore watercolor painting from home. Students will also learn how to use additional mixed media such as color ink, watercolor pencils, and other media and techniques incorporated with watercolor. The class is open to all students who wish to experience water painting techniques. Zoom instruction includes step-by-step projects designed to guide you through the painting process from start to finish. The course will offer a variety of special techniques and approaches to making paintings of different subjects. Students will work on paintings along with the instructor as she demonstrates the steps. You will also receive emails with detailed information and examples so that you may practice further or complete a piece at home. Each session will also be recorded. Students will receive a supply list after they register.

The cost is $146 plus supplies.

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, ONLINE, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8.

Adult

Gyrokinesis® is an exercise system that moves the body through all three dimensions.  With the use of breath, students build coordination and flexibility to create a global sense of well-being.  Movements focus on the plasticity and the support of the spine to help the overall function of the muscles and organs.  Gyrokinesis® can be both dynamic and relaxing.  Each class of Gyrokinesis® will leave you feeling light and better aligned. Students need to come to class in comfortable clothing and a yoga mat.  Gyrokinesis® is performed barefoot or in sock feet.

5:30 - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 26, March 4, 11, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 29. No class March 18 and April 22.