Adult

Join us for an engaging 6-week still life painting class, perfect for beginning to intermediate artists! Whether you’re new to oil painting or looking to refresh your skills, this course will help you paint with confidence and creativity.

What You’ll Learn:

Basic Drawing Techniques: Build a solid foundation in drawing from life.

Composition: Discover how to arrange your subjects for visual impact.

Values: Explore the interplay of light and shadow for depth.

Color Theory: Master color mixing to achieve vibrant results.

Creating a Completed Painting: Apply your knowledge to produce a finished piece.

While some supplies will be provided, students will need to purchase their own materials. A detailed supply list will be sent upon registration, with an estimated cost of around $40-$45.

Join us on this creative journey to enhance your artistic abilities and deepen your love for painting!

 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Tuesdays, March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15.

Adult

This class is for those with little to no sewing experience. It will get you familiar with your sewing machine and teach you the basics. Each class will consist of working on a simple project while building on your knowledge. We will go over the mechanics of your sewing machine, sewing terminology, different fabrics and their usage, straight and zigzag stitches, turning, mitered corners, how to insert a zipper, and the correct way to take measurements. Many of you have a sewing machine sitting in your closet that you will need to bring. There is a limited number of machines available if you do not have your own. A basic supply list will be supplied by the instructor for each class project.

*  This class is sponsored by the Berea College Appalachian Fund, Folk Arts & Cultures Initiative Grant.

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesdays, March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16.

Adults

This beginning level class is designed for those wishing to develop their own skills on the potter’s wheel. This class is designed to build students’ skills in the foundational elements of clay, glazes, and terminology. Every class will demonstrate a different wheel throwing exercise. 

There are only 6 spots in this class to ensure that each student has wheel access.  The registration fee covers all materials including clay, glazes, tools, and kiln firing time.

Noon - 2:30pm, Tuesdays, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 29. No class April 22.

8th Grade - Adult

Come create a beautiful organic bell-shaped flower that is meant to be displayed in your garden area on a shepherd's hook.  We will use hand building techniques and decorate with vibrant colors.  All materials and firings will be included.  Your beautiful creations will be ready for your home by Easter.  Take all 3 Garden Art classes to create a series of works to display together. 

 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thursdays, March 20, April 3, 10. No class March 27.

Grades 9 - Adult

Award winning scratchboard artist Susan Everitt will lead students in discovering the techniques used in scratchboard art, sometimes called "the art of taking away."  Session One will focus on learning basic scratchboard techniques including how to transfer your image/design to the board and how to create values on scratchboard.  Each student will create a 5" x 5" scratchboard piece of a butterfly.  Reference photos and materials will be provided.  In Session Two students will focus on learning how to add color working from your photo reference to your scratched piece.  Various forms of inks and paint can be added and re-scratched, allowing for softness and a range of values to enhance the detail.  Materials provided and open to all skill levels.

10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Saturdays, March 22, 29.

Grade 9- Adult

During this one-day workshop, students will explore their creative side by decorating and personalizing their own functional bird feeder. All students' work will be finished with a beautiful glaze and fired to perfection.  Fired projects may be picked up two weeks after class.

Noon - 2:00 pm, Monday, March 24.

Grades 9 - Adult

This 4-day Impasto painting and mosaic workshop is for the person who wants to try painting and mosaics without having prior knowledge of either.  Students will be creating a beautiful bouquet of flowers using water-soluble oil paint in a mosaic vase.  The style is intuitive, casual, and abstract.  The canvas is a 12" x 16" flat board which will fit a frame of your choice (not included).  This is a great workshop to take with family or friends!  

9:00 am - Noon, Wednesdays and Fridays, March 26, March 28, April 2, 4.

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.

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 March 31, April 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.