An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.

Tues., Nov. 19, 6—7 pm Give Thanks

Fee: $15 per class

‘Tis the season of gift giving… and gift making! Surprise loved ones with hand-made and personalized art projects to place under the tree.

Thurs., December 19 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura

Learn how to blend and add texture with oil pastels. Beginners welcome.

Sat., November 16 from 9 am-Noon

Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura

Go on an art safari with the animals from the Lion King movie.

Tuesday, March 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Fee: $30

Craft some amazing sculptures and 3-D art with all kinds of different materials.

Saturday, March 29 from 2-4 pm
Fee: $30

Explore three-dimensional creativity by working with a variety of materials to construct unique sculptures. Have fun experimenting and transforming art in new and crazy ways.

Sat., November 9 from 10 am-Noon

Fee: $35

Create projects starring silly little Minion creatures! If you like Minions you will love this class!

Tues., September 24 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela

ROAR with dinosaur themed art projects!

Thurs., November 14 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura

We will explore different ways of painting in this class with objects like forks and combs, hands and fingers. Get ready for some messy fun!

Saturday, May 4
2-4 pm

Fee: $25
Instructor: Laura

The forests are calling! Join us in this class for an artful journey of woodland creations using different materials and your imagination.

Tues., June 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela

Create an acrylic painting from your own imagination. This is not a step by step class and is open to your own vision. There will be suggestions and examples if needed. The possibilities are endless.

Sat., July 13 from 9-11 am

Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura

Each student will create a design for an uniquely styled chair provided by the Museum. Paint it, bling it, or add a variety of materials to create texture— unlock your creativity when creating a new piece of furniture for your home or office.
Saturday, April 27, 9 am-Noon
Fee: $30
Instructor: Pamela

Students will create clay pieces to raku fire. Must have previous clay
experience.

PM Session: Tuesdays, June 11-June 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm

Firing day (for both sessions): Saturday, July 13 from 10 am-3 pm

Fee: $85
Instructor: Peggy Cornick

This challenging class will teach you to pattern, cut, glaze, solder, and weatherproof a beautiful clear or stained glass window. Must have upper body and hand strength.

Tues., Aug. 20, Thurs., Aug. 22, Tues., Aug., 27, Thurs., Aug., 29 from 5:30-8 pm AND Sat., Aug. 31 from 9 am – 2:30 pm
Please plan to attend all dates.

Instructor: Pamela
Fee: $150

To be added to the waitlist please send your contact information to jmbohl@masoncity.net

No woodcarving experience is required. Tools are provided for this simple method of carving. A great hobby with amazing results! The classes take you from start to finish on your own carving. Instructor has over 15 years’ experience. Take it again for more practice and a new design if you have taken the class in the past. Must have hand strength and dexterity.

Thursdays, October 19 & 26, November 2 & 9, 5:30-7:30 pm; and Sat. November 4, 9 am-Noon

Fee: $60
Instructor: Laura

Go back to the 1970’s to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind collage from donated, vintage jewelry. Choose a letter at time of registration or you can choose from a butterfly, heart, tree or make your own. You are welcome to bring any of your own collected jewelry for a personal touch, but it is not required.
Saturday, January 27
1-4 pm
Fee: $35
Instructor: Laura

If you plan on making a letter – please let us know which letter in the checkout notes so we can have a template ready for you on class day.

‘Tis the season of gift giving… and gift making! Be a busy elf preparing for the holidays by creating hand-made and personalized art projects to place under the tree.

Sat., December 16, 2-4 pm

Fee: $25
Instructor: Laura

Learn wet on wet and wet on dry techniques with liquid watercolors. The class will go step by step so beginners are very welcome.
Saturday, April 6
12:30-4 pm
Fee: $30
Instructor: Laura

Come to the museum for two mornings of designing, painting, gluing, and drawing with Springtime Creations theme projects. Enjoy your time off from school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack provided.

Tuesday-Wednesday, March 12-13
8 am—Noon

Fee: $45
Instructor: Pamela

Artoberfest is Friday, Oct. 11, starting at 6 pm at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (303 2nd Street SE, Mason City, Iowa). Everyone attending must be age 21 or older.

Tickets can be picked up at the Museum during regular business hours or claimed at will call at the Artoberfest events. Your preference can be indicated in the order notes. We will contact you if no instruction is given.