Tuition for the children’s and teen classes has been reduced through the generosity of John and Rosemary Brown.
All materials are provided.
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Appropriate age and grade strictly enforced.
MATERIAL EXPLORATION
Corinne Satterlee / Multi-Purpose Classroom
Sat 10/8-11/12
9:30am - 11 am / 6 weeks
$100 / Members: $80
Your child’s artistic expression will blossom and grow in the multi-dimensional class. Clay, paper, paint, and more will be used in the creative processes introduced in the class.
MY FIRST ART CLASS AGE 3–4 (WITH ADULT)
Corinne Satterlee / Multi-Purpose Classroom
(A) Fri 9/9-9/30
10-11am / 4 weeks
$50 / Members: $30
Young children and their favorite grownup are introduced to the museum and
artistic expression in this multimedia class.
Clay, paper, paint and more will be used in
the creative processes for this fun class.
MY FIRST ART CLASS AGES 3–4 (WITH ADULT)
Corinne Satterlee / Multi-Purpose Classroom
(B) Fri 9/9 - 9/30
10-11am / 4 weeks
$50 / Members: $30
Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to the museum and artistic expression in this multimedia class. Clay, paper, paint and more will be used in the creative processes for this fun class.
Grades 1 – 3
Appropriate age and grade strictly enforced.
ART EXPRESSION
Stephanie Teegardin / Studio 2
Sat 9/10-11/12
9:30am-11am / 10 weeks
$160 / Members: $140
Experience a fun introduction to the wonderful world of art for the naturally curious and creative young artist. Weekly classes allow children to experience the styles and techniques used by artists, learn art vocabulary, and develop art-making skills through discussion and hands-on activities with a variety of media for drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, fibers, and more. The class can be repeated as each term provides new and challenging lessons for skill development and creative exploration.
ALL ABOUT CLAY
Yve Holtzclaw / Studio 7
Sat 9/10-11/12
9:30am - 11 am / 10 weeks
$160 / Members: $140
Get your hands dirty in this class while creating special works of art in clay. Try your hand at slab construction, coil building, drape molding, and more.
Grades 4 – 6
Appropriate age and grade strictly enforced.
THE ART OF DRAWING
Al Harris / Studio 4
Sat 9/10-11/12
9:30am - 11 am / 10 weeks
$150 / Members: $130
While continually building on the concept of seeing as the most important tool for drawing, this class will explore the elements of drawing through a variety of media. Each class will be devoted to a deeper understanding of drawing techniques.
CLAY ON THE WHEEL
L. Merkel / Studio 5
Sat 9/10-11/12
9:30am - 11 am / 10 weeks
$160 / Members: $140
Students will spend time learning to center the clay on the potter's wheel, open the ball and form bowls, cups, and vases. Hand-building techniques will also be pursued. Pieces will be decorated using slips and high and low-fired glazes. Students should wear old clothing. Students will be encouraged to create artwork that brings out their unique talent and creativity.
PRINTMAKING AT THE KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER
Deborah Mattson / Barn classroom, Kalamazoo Nature Center
(A) Sat & Sun 10/8-10/9 For children: ages 8-12
12-4pm / Two Days
$145 / Members: $125
Explore printmaking projects at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! We will be
foraging for materials, making nature prints and collagraphs, using “backpack
presses”, and more! See what amazing materials and subject matter can be found
outdoors in Michigan’s natural areas, and how prints can be made from your
discoveries. Come ready for a short hike and quality time outside. Adults will
need to bring a lunch for Saturday. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Middle & High School
Appropriate age and grade strictly enforced.
DIGITALLY ILLUSTRATE USING PROCREATE®
Chafe Hensley / Online with Zoom Pro
Tue 6/7-7/26
6:00–8:30 pm / 8 weeks
Prerequisite: iPad with Procreate® app
$190 / Members: $170
Explore the world of digital illustration using the iPad program Procreate®; Quickly becoming an industry standard for digitally drawing, image manipulation, and animation. Learn how to navigate the digital app’s extensive range of brushes, textures, and special effects. Join us remotely for a beginning journey into the remarkably intuitive drawing program. Open to teens and adults.
CLAY ON THE WHEEL
L. Merkel / Studio 5
Sat 9/10-11/12
12-2:30pm / 10 weeks
$240 / Members: $220
Students will learn to create vessels on the potter’s wheel through demonstrations of basic skills and a variety of techniques. Students may also pursue hand building. Slips and high-and low-fired glazes will be used.
DRAWING AND PAINTING
David Yeider / Studio 6
Sat 9/10-11/12
9 – 11:30 am / 8 weeks
$235 / Members: $215
One-on-one instruction will be provided with an emphasis on the exploration of visual culture through drawing and painting mediums and subject matter. Students will be encouraged to create artwork that brings out their unique talent and creativity.
DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION AND MORE
Chafe Hensley / Online with Zoom
Thu 9/8 - 11/10
6-8:30pm / 10 weeks
Prerequisite: iPad with Procreate® (iPencil preferred)
$185 / Members: $165
Explore the world of digital illustration using Procreate® — an industry standard app for digital drawing, image manipulation, and animation. Learn how to navigate Procreates® extensive range of brushes, textures and special effects. Join us for a journey into this remarkably intuitive drawing program. Open to teens and adults.
TIPS AND TECHNIQUES USING PROCREATE®
Chafe Hensley / Online with Zoom
Thu 9/8 - 11/10 4-5:30pm
4-5:30pm / 10 weeks
Prerequisite: iPad with Procreate® (iPencil preferred)
$125 / Members: $105
Using Procreate®, learn to manipulate pixels to create fun and exciting artwork. Join us on-site, or remotely, for a unique exploration into learning the basics of this dynamic drawing, animation, and image manipulation app. Bring your creativity and curiosity to class to develop artwork and continue your multimedia journey. Open to teens and adults.
SCULPTING MINIATURES FOR 3D PRINTING
Kevin Wixson / Computer lab
Wed 9/14-11/2
6:30-9 pm / 10 weeks
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills
$250 / Members: $230
Learn the basics of digital sculpting using software to create models suitable for printing on a MSLA 3D printer. Seizing on the latest technology advances in stereolithography, this course will focus on utilizing these unique printers to create works in small scale and high detail. Explore the world of miniatures used in games, toy models, and movie props while creating prints of your designs. Open to teens and adults.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Trevor Grabill / Darkroom
Sat 9/10-11/12
9-11:30am / 10 weeks
Prerequisite: Ages 13+
$235 / Members: $215
Beginning students shoot, develop, and print film photos in the KIA’s well-equipped
traditional darkroom, mastering the basics of photography’s history, as well as fundamentals
of composition and design. Cameras and film are provided. Additional instruction in digital
photography and editing is available on request. Experienced students have access to in-depth
instruction, one-on-one critiques, and portfolio building. Ages 13+
BEGINNING JEWELRY
Lauren Tripp / Jewelry Studio
Sat 9/17-11/12
9-11:30am / 9 weeks
$240 / Members: $220
Learn the basics of handcrafted jewelry. Through demonstrations, discussions, and practice
you will become familiar with layout, design, piercing, filing, texturing, soldering, forming,
and finishing. With practice you will gain knowledge and confidence in jewelry making
skills. No experience needed. Materials will be provided with additional materials available for
purchase.