Your browser is not optimized for viewing this website.

More information »

McKinney Center



Pre-Teen and Teen Classes & Workshops

Adventures in Drawing: Exploring Basic Drawing Tools and Techniques

$238

with Sharon Squibb

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Grades 9 - ADULT

This class explores basic drawing techniques using a wide variety of interesting drawing media. Students will learn how to use graphite pencils, colored pencils, oil pastels, chalk pastels, charcoal, scratch art, and pen & ink to make drawings. The instructor will provide step-by-step instructions with demonstrations of each new technique and drawing tool/media. Students will learn how to use line, shading, color, texture, and much more to create artworks of numerous, easy-to-draw subjects. Materials are provided.

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Mondays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 4 payments of $53.25, paid every two weeks.

Glass Fusion - Sun Catcher Workshop

$81

with Karen Hitchcock

Calendar Feb 4, 2025 at 6 pm

Grade 9 - Adult

Put some sunshine in your window! Everything you will need is included in this two-hour glass fusion workshop. Each student will make an 8" x 8" suncatcher using their own creative design!  All materials are included and fired projects will be available two weeks after class.

 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, February 4.

Watercolor with Mixed Media - Intermediate Level - ONLINE CLASS

$128

with Sharon Squibb

Calendar Feb 5, 2025 at 5 pm, runs for 10 weeks

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 inks, 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 $128 plus supplies.

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, ONLINE, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 2 payments of $51.50, paid every four weeks.

Creative Constructions

$160

with Sydney Jackson

Calendar Feb 6, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Ages: 8 - 12

Grades 3-6

Creative Constructions is designed for students who have taken Art Adventures or have the basic art skills needed to create more complex activities and projects. This class will allow young creatives to construct original pieces of art and to learn more about painting, drawing, mixed media, narrative art, and printmaking. Creative Constructions students will be introduced to a variety of art materials and learn new artistic techniques while reinforcing the basic elements of art. For example, students will work with scratchboards, learn perspective drawing, try their hand at watercolor and acrylic painting, and learn about master artists. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 2 payments of $67.50, paid every four weeks.

Mixed Media Collage

$132

with Taylor Norris

Calendar Feb 8, 2025 at 11 am, runs for 4 weeks

Grade 9- Adult

Explore the possibilities that arise when making art from non-traditional materials and learn to masterfully blend different mediums together to form a unified artwork. We will consider how collage and assemblage art is "built" like a sculpture on a 2D surface, and a sense of play and experimentation will be encouraged. 

11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturdays, February 8, 15, 22, March 1.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 2 payments of $53.50, paid every four weeks.

Eight Easy Earrings

$200

with Carla Crader

Calendar Feb 19, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

9th Grade - Adult

Learn about sterling silver and other metals for making quality jewelry while also learning to use the tools common to process. Gain knowledge of the various prefabricated components for earrings, then discover how to make them yourself. Finally, combine with natural stones and other materials to create eight pairs of beautiful earrings!

 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesdays, February 19, 26, March 5, 12.

Young Potters

$169

with Sydney Jackson

Calendar Mar 1, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Ages: 11 - 14

Grades 6-8

This is a pottery class for older elementary and middle school age children. In this course, students will create fun, decorative, and functional projects and can explore different techniques for working with clay including the pottery wheel.

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Saturdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5.

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $48.00, paid every four weeks.

Glass Fusion - Cat Dish

$81

with Karen Hitchcock

Calendar Mar 4, 2025 at 6 pm

Grade 9 - Adult

Your cat deserves a dish of its own!! Everything you will need is included in this two-hour glass fusion workshop. Each student will make a one-of-a- kind dish for their beloved fur baby!  All materials are included and fired projects will be available two weeks after class.

 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, March 4.





Forgot password?
Staff Log In