The Visual Arts Department encourages creative stimulation and thought while providing an opportunity to experience the joy and satisfaction of creating works of art. A wide variety of visual arts classes and workshops are offered for students of all ages, including pottery, painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, knitting, and more. Individual instruction is available and outreach programming can also be arranged.
Holiday Claytivity
for grades 1 & up
with Erica Ledford
6 weeks beginning Monday Nov 9
5-5:30 p.m.
$50 class fee, $20 materials fee
limit of 9 students
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Winter Claytivity
for grades 1& up
with Erica Ledford
6 weeks beginning January 18
5-5:30 p.m.
$50 class fee, $20 materials fee
limit of 9 students
Explore the endless creative possibilities of clay! We’ll work on simple handbuilding projects, play with slip trailing, and experiment with different glazing techniques.
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Holiday Mom and Me
for ages 2-5 & adults
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
4 weeks beginning Monday Nov 30
11-11:30 a.m.
$25 class fee, $10 materials fee
REGISTER Little ones will have fun while developing the fine & gross motor skills essential for starting school. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in all classes. Adults attend for free. Dress for a mess!
Winter Mom & Me
for ages 2-5 and adults
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
4 weeks
session 1 beginning Jan 18
session 2 beginning Feb 15
11-11:30 p.m.
$25 class fee, $10 materials fee
Little ones will have fun while developing the fine & gross motor skills essential for starting school. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in all classes. Adults attend for free. Dress for a mess!
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Homeschool Art
for grades 1 & up
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
6 weeks
Fall Session 2 begins Tuesday Nov 3
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$48 class fee, $15 materials fee
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We will focus on drawing skills and art appreciation. Learn basic art concepts such as color theory, drawing, painting, & mixed media. Explore art examples and develop an expanded visual vocabulary, learning about techniques & materials.
Homeschool Art
for grades 1 & up
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
6 weeks
winter session: January 19
spring session: March 1
$48 class fee, $15 materials fee
We’ll develop drawing skills and gain art appreciation, learning about drawing, painting, and mixed media. Learn basic art concepts such as color theory, develop an expanded visual vocabulary, and learn about techniques and materials.
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Holiday Canvas Art for Kids
for grades 1 & up
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
6 weeks beginning Tuesday Nov 10
4:30-5:15 p.m.
$48 class fee, $15 materials fee
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Holiday Themed Mixed Media Art for Kids
for grades 1 & up
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
6 weeks beginning Tuesday Nov 10
5:30-6:15 p.m.
$48 class fee, $10 materials fee
Create holiday artwork by mixing different mediums together. We’ll create collages, sculptures, and more.
Painting for Kids
for grades 1 & up
with Nancy Nelson- Brotz
6 weeks beginning January 19
4:30-5:15 p.m.
$48 class fee, $15 materials fee
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Create a different project each week, learning techniques in watercolors, acrylics, and inks.
Drawing for Kids
for grades 1& up
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
6 weeks beginning January 19
5:30-6:15 p.m.
$48 class fee, $10 materials fee
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Create artwork using a variety of drawing mediums and techniques each week.
Holiday themed Fridays are for Tots
for ages 3-5
5 weeks beginning Nov 6 (no class Nov 27)
1 class: $30
2 classes: $56
3 classes: $78
$9 materials fee
You can register online when taking all 3 classes; to register for just 1 or 2 classes, call (440) 964-3396.
Preschool Music
10-10:30 a.m.
with Kim Warren
As a start to a lifelong love of music, children will sing songs, play musical games, and more as we develop listening, social, and pre-reading skills.
Preschool Art Expression
10:35-11:05 a.m.
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
Children will explore the tools and materials used in making art, learning to make connections between their projects and stories, ideas, and the seasons. We’ll create with paint, paper, scissors, glue, and more, learning about the proper care and use of materials. Dress for a mess!
Preschool Drama
11:10-11:40 a.m.
with Kim Warren
This class focuses on using movement and imagination while working with others. We’ll create and tell stories as we explore the world of acting.
Fridays are for Tots
for ages 3-5
Winter Session: 5 weeks beginning January 29
10 -11:40 a.m.
$78 class fee, $9 materials fee
Please note: beginning with the January 2027 class session, you will no longer be able to register for the individual Tots modules separately. This class will only be available with music, art, and drama combined.
Preschool Music (10-10:30 a.m.)
with Kim Warren
As a start to a lifelong love of music, children will sing songs, play musical games, and more as we develop listening, social, and pre-reading skills.
Preschool Art Expression (10:35-11:05 a.m.)
with Nancy Nelson-Brotz
Children will explore the tools and materials used in making art, learning to make connections between their projects and stories, ideas, and the seasons. We’ll create with paint, paper, scissors, glue, and more, learning about the proper care and use of materials. Dress for a mess!
Preschool Drama (11:10-11:40 a.m.)
with Kim Warren
This class focuses on using movement and imagination while working with others. We’ll create and tell stories as we explore the world of acting.
Summer arts camps will be back in 2027!
Payment
Payment is expected at the time of registration unless otherwise noted, and can be made by cash, check, or credit card (a $2 service fee will be applied to all payments made by phone). Members receive a discounted rate. Materials fees, model fees, and some other fees are excluded from this discount.
Registration
Registration is required. A minimum number of students is needed to hold a class. When necessary, a class start date may be postponed a week or a class may be cancelled 24 hours prior to the starting time. Classes and lessons are open to all, regardless of race, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. There will be an extra $5 fee for visual arts class/workshop registrations made within 24 hrs of the class beginning. Please register as early as possible so instructors can make sure they have enough materials purchased and prepared. Last-minute registration can result in a shortage of materials for students.
Refund Policy
If a class is cancelled, appropriate refunds will be given. Persons desiring to withdraw from a class, who do so at least 24 hours before the start time of the class, will receive a full refund. If you drop a class after this deadline, but before the second meeting of the class, you will receive a refund for 75% of your tuition. There will be no refunds after the second class meeting
Financial aid is available for eligible students. FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION Rev. 1115 may be downloaded or obtained at the front desk and must be filled out and returned no later than one week prior to the start date of the class.
By registering yourself or your child for a class/workshop/music lesson/or other activity at the arts center, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages you or your child may have against the arts center and its employees. The arts center will not be responsible for injuries suffered by you or your child during classes, workshops, or activities sponsored by the arts center. In addition, you also give the arts center and its employees the right to use your or your child’s image with or without you or your child’s name, for purposes such as advertising, publicity, and public presentations.