Adult

Join this pottery class to explore clay bowls and the things we can turn them into. This class will cover both hand building techniques and wheel throwing to create functional bowls from clay. No previous experience necessary. All materials will be provided. 

9:30am - Noon, Mondays, August 24, 31, September 7, 14, 21, 28.

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.

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Tuesdays, August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

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, August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

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 palette, 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 $272 plus supplies.

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesdays, August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13.

Adult

This class will be all about making functional pottery mugs. We will cover both wheel throwing and hand building techniques to create all the parts needed to create a perfect and user-friendly mug. Matching sets, handle making, decoration, and form. Previous experience with clay will be beneficial but not necessary. All materials will be provided. 

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesdays, August 25, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

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, August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28.

Grades 9 - Adult

Cyanotype is a photo process discovered in the mid 1800’s. We will be coating paper with a photosensitive solution to make our exposures using the sun. Exploring both regular and the wet processes will give the participants a variety of prints to take home. This class is a wonderful way to understand how photography was originally used in its inception. Beautiful Prussian Blue prints are the result of this process. Takes place in the Broyles Building.

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, Saturday August 29.

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking for an easy-going, fun environment. Students will learn basic terminology and foundational aspects of playing chords and melodies on guitar. Class is less theory and more practical application but can also be adapted to the needs and wants of each student. Students will need to supply their own guitar, strings, and picks. Takes place in the Broyles Building.

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 August 31, September 7, 14, 21.

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