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Art Spectrums

The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children with autism and their families to engage with artwork and have fun at a museum. In this free program, children on the autism spectrum and their...

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23B7N1 Art for the Curious

ART FOR THE CURIOUS If you’ve wanted to take an art class but aren’t sure where to begin, then this class was created for you!?Art for the Curious is for beginning students. You will be...

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23B7A1 Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore new...

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23B7F2 Intermediate Jewelry

INTERMEDIATE METALS CASTING Make a ring, pendant, or jewelry components using the ancient process of lost wax casting. Students will be introduced to begin steps by carving wax and investing it in mold materials (investment)....

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23B7J3 Surface Design Exploration

SURFACE DESIGN EXPLORATION Take the next steps in expressing your ideas and growing your skills in your ceramic surfaces. Students will be introduced to multiple techniques such as underglazing, sgraffito, pattern making, mishima, or slip...

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23B7A2 Life Drawing And The Figure

LIFE DRAWING AND THE FIGURE If you can draw still lifes and the human figure – you can draw anything! Life Drawing is not only a learning process but a ‘chops-builder’ for any artist at...

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23B7A4 Comics and Graphic Novels

COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS Join fellow comic enthusiasts in this summer class adventure to discuss the different elements that make up comics and graphic novels. Throughout the course, you will learn the ins and outs...

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23B7F1 Beginning Jewelry

BEGINNING JEWELRY Explore cutting, filing, shaping, cold joining, and soldering through this project-oriented class that teaches you the foundations of metalsmithing. These skills and techniques will empower students to design and create unique jewelry, box...

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23B7C1 Introduction to Printmaking and Open Studio

INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING AND OPEN STUDIO Printmaking is a highly varied discipline that can create a wide range of aesthetic effects. In this class, students will learn about and try many different forms of printmaking:...

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23B7J2 All Levels Wheel

ALL LEVELS WHEEL Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or are independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this...

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23B7M1 Intro To Painting And More

INTRO TO PAINTING AND MORE In this 8-week class, students will first build color palettes and explore color theory, then create works of art at their own pace. Compositions will come from still life, found...

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23B7B1 Calligraphy

CALLIGRAPHY In this class, you will learn the practices of traditional calligraphy and explore modern fonts. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop their own calligraphic style. This class...

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23B7E1 Stained Glass Plus!

STAINED GLASS PLUS! In this fun class, students will learn the techniques of foiled and leaded stained glass. By the end of eight-weeks, students will feel comfortable with all the tools, materials, and techniques involved...

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23B7C2 From Photos to Canvas, Clothes, and More

FROM PHOTOS TO CANVAS, CLOTHES, AND MORE Turn your photographs into canvas art, wearable clothing embellishments, or other flat surface items using a fun and accessible photo transfer technique! This class will take you step-by-step...

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23B7H1 Des Moines Photo Walks

DES MOINES PHOTO WALKS Strengthen your photography and composition skills while exploring Des Moines! The class will take place outdoors to photograph on site and virtually as needed. Students will learn photography fundamentals, become more...

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23B7J1 Beginning Wheel Throwing

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING Discover the joy of working with clay and make items you can use. Students will be introduced to the potter’s wheel and hand building techniques, while learning how to make functional forms,...

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23B7A3 Era Style Figure Drawing

ERA STYLE FIGURE DRAWING Learn to create in the style of your favorite artists and artistic movements through the lens of the figure. Students will produce dynamic figure studies and final works from observation using...

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23B7A5 Tarot Card Design

TAROT CARD DESIGN Tarot is a card game originating over 600 years ago that evolved into a divination method used by many cultures. Students will combine painting, drawing, and mixed media to create cards for...

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23B7F3 Intermediate and Advanced Jewelry

INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED JEWELRY Learn to make wearable art and small sculptures through this jewelry and small metals class. Students will learn techniques of coloring, finishing, fasteners, texturing, and jewelry fabrication. Optional techniques include carving...

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23B7N2 Art, Movement, And Choreography

ART, MOVEMENT, AND CHOREOGRAPHY You are never too old to dance and try creative movements! Students will learn a new way of expression and creativity in this gentle movement class. With a focus on connecting...

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23B7M2 Watercolor Landscape

WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE Learn to replicate the atmosphere, mood, and personality of a place using nature as inspiration. Instructor will work with students to choose color palette, develop composition, create perspective, and add detail to their...

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23B7M3 Abstract Painting

ABSTRACT PAINTING Challenge your approach to abstract painting by exploring acrylic and watercolor media. Experiment with painting on various surfaces using different types of artistic tools. Discover a unique way of developing complex compositions from...

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23B7K4 Mandalas and Henna

MANDALAS AND HENNA Join us on this exploration of traditional mandala and henna patterns while learning about the history of art in India. From medieval times to present day, students will be exposed to examples...

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23B7K5 Gilded Letters

GILDED LETTERS AND PRINTING Dive into the history of gilded letters and choose a piece to design and construct at this illuminating workshop. Students will imitate both traditional pieces from the Middle Ages as well...

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23B7K2 Modern Calligraphy

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY Come learn modern calligraphic script! We’ll start with pencil and move on to dip pointed pen and nib. Use your new skill and make a card to take home. All tools and supplies...

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23B7K3 90s Alt Rock

MIXED MEDIA: CELEBRATING MUSIC AND HISTORY OF 90s ALT ROCK Broaden your 2D art skills as you dive into the art of the 90s alternative rock world in this mixed media workshop. Students will learn...

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23B7K1 Metals and Jewelry: Ring Making

METALS AND JEWELRY: RING MAKING Make your own bezel cabochon ring! Learn the basics of jewelry fabrication and metalsmithing techniques and make a ring from start to finish in this 4-day workshop. No previous metalsmithing...

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