The Huntington Museum of Art is accepting registrations for fall 2023 classes in ceramics, painting, drawing, photography, and printmaking. To see the entire list of classes being offered, please visit hmoa.org. To register for classes, please visit https://hmoa-register.com.
“Since class sizes are limited, we encourage class participants to register as quickly as possible to ensure that they can secure a spot in our wonderful fall schedule,” said Cindy Dearborn, HMA Director of Education. “In addition to our classes, we will continue to offer Saturday KidsArt, which is our free weekly art activity for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. HMA is able to offer Saturday KidsArt free of charge because of the generous sponsorship of Hoops Family Children’s Hospital.”
There is no need to register for Saturday KidsArt, which takes place each Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m.
For more information about programs and exhibits at HMA, call (304) 529-2701 or visit hmoa.org. HMA is fully accessible.
Classes & Workshops:
Ceramics OPEN STUDIO (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
Wednesdays, September 13 – November 15 (10 sessions)
Thursdays, September 14 – November 16 (10 sessions)
6-8 p.m. with monitor Kathleen Kneafsey
Studios 4 & 5
$15 per evening
Open Studio is a drop-in, pay-per-session opportunity allowing ceramic artists to have access to the Museum’s clay studio. Pottery wheels, a slab roller, an extruder, and lots of space are available for clay artists. There is no official instruction with Open Studio. Artists work on their own. Clay is $15 for 25 lbs.
CREATIVITY WITH CLAY FOR TEENS
Sundays, October 8, 15, 22, 29 (4 sessions)
2-4 p.m. with Kathleen Kneafsey
Studios 4 and 5
$90 members; $120 Non-members
Students will learn all the methods of hand building, as well as how to throw on a potter’s wheel. Throughout this 4-session class there will be many opportunities for building skills in clay and self-expression through making and decorating unique creations. All materials are included.
Painting with Lisa Walden
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
Wednesdays, September 27 – November 15 (8 sessions)
10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Studio 2
$190 members; $220 non-members
All skill levels welcome, from beginner to advanced watercolorists. Participants will have the opportunity to work in a creative environment with fellow artists. Experimentation and practice will yield amazing and exciting results as your images emerge on paper. Just bring yourself and eager anticipation. The class provides the opportunity to share ideas and explore new and innovative techniques. The instructor will review materials needed the first evening of class.
EVENING OIL PAINTING FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
Thursdays, September 28 – November 16 (8 sessions)
7 – 9:30 p.m.
Studio 2
$190 members; $220 non-members
This class is open for all skill levels, using oil paint. This class is scheduled in the evenings for the busy professional or stay-at-home parent who needs an evening to be creative. During this class you will learn basic brushwork and color mixing while having the opportunity to explore and share techniques with fellow participants. The instructor will review materials needed the first evening of class.
Drawing with Allison Broome
BASIC DRAWING FOR ADULTS
Saturdays, October 14 – November 11 (5 sessions)
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Studio 3
$100 members; $130 Non-members
BASIC DRAWING FOR TEENS
Saturdays, October 14 – November 11 (5 sessions)
2-3:30 p.m.
Studio 3
$85 Members; $115 Non-members
During this drawing class, participants will gain experience in pencil, charcoal and other materials while learning the basics of drawing. Working from life primarily, participants will explore line, shape, contrast, volume, and shading from several different still life set-ups. Through close observation, participants will learn how to see and how to draw and can expect to come away from this class with basic skills for drawing.
FIGURE DRAWING (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
2nd Tuesday Figure Drawing, September 12, October 10, November 14, and December 12
6 – 8:30 pm
Studio 3
$10 per session, nude model fee included.
Line, shadow, form, shape, tone, balance— it’s all there in the human figure. Throughout history, artists have drawn from a model. This practice not only builds valuable eye/hand coordination but helps to hone skills in observation. Join fellow artists for an evening in the studio drawing from life. There is no need to register for this drop-in class. Just show up and enjoy drawing with other artists. Monitor Allison Broome will be on hand to guide the class. Bring your own materials: pencil, charcoal, pastels, paper.
Photography with Larry Rees
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
Tuesdays, September 5 – October 10 (6 sessions)
6 – 8 p.m.
Studio 3
$120 members; $150 Non-members
This intensive workshop will cover a broad range of valuable information for photographers: how to use your equipment, composition/lighting/presentation, and traditional darkroom/digital darkroom/macro photo. Also included will be brief lectures and off-site field trips. Participants can use either 35mm or digital cameras.
INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES
Wednesdays, September 6 – October 11 (6 sessions)
6 – 8 p.m.
Studio 3
$120 members; $150 Non-members
Building on Skills learned in Basic Photography, this class will further develop your abilities as a photographer enabling you to achieve the photo you want. Participants must have completed Basic Photography Techniques to take part in this Intermediate class.
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES (18 YEARS OR OLDER)
Thursdays, September 7 – October 12 (6 sessions)
6 – 8 p.m.
Studio 3
$120 members; $150 Non-members
A quick review of camera operations and camera controls will enable participants to explore the use of filters for color and black & white, including how to make filters. Working with and without shadows and reflections will be explored, as well as the use of studio lighting and posing techniques. Participants must have completed Intermediate or Advanced Photographic Techniques to take part in the Advanced class.
DARKROOM TECHNIQUES
Thursdays, October 19 – December 14 (8 sessions, skipping the week of Thanksgiving)
6 – 8 p.m.
Studio 3
$180 members; $210 Non-members
In this Darkroom class participants will learn and explore the unique techniques of a traditional black & white darkroom. Beginning with processing film, experimentation in hand-toned prints, and moving on to hand-colored prints you will gain experience in some of the finer darkroom techniques. You will marvel at this processed based medium, and see your images come to fruition. All materials are provided. Participants must use and provide their own 35mm film camera for this class. Participation is limited.
Printmaking with Sa-Rai Robinette
INTRO TO PRINTMAKING: RELIEF PRINTING
Mondays, September 18 – October 30 (6 sessions – skipping October 9 for Indigenous People’s/Columbus Day)
6 – 8 p.m.
Studio 2
Members $160; Non-members $190
This workshop will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction and exploration of the relief printmaking process. In this workshop, you will learn the necessary skills and techniques to create high-quality relief art prints from your own hand carved illustrations and designs. All skill levels are welcome to register for this class. All materials are provided.
Out of an abundance of caution for participants and staff, masking is recommended during all classes on the Museum’s campus. For more information, call (304) 529-2701.
**Press release from the Huntington Museum of Art, August 16, 2023