FALL CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
Register at the museum, online, or by calling 978-345-4207. Explore our course offerings and general information about fees, policies, and pick up times below.
Four Qualities of Watercolor for ages 15–adult
Saturdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm
September 28, October 5, 19, and 26 (4 weeks; No class October 12)
Instructor: Carolyn Todd
In four classes, participants will explore the roles of hue, value, texture, and light in watercolor. Due to the combination of these four qualities, the beginner and experienced watercolorist will enjoy this artistic journey. The supplies list can be found on our website under this class description, or by calling 978-345-4207. $120; $100 Museum members. For any questions please email carolyn@thetoddreport.com and title the email “FAM Art Classes.” View supply list.
Colored Pencil: Defining the Linear Stroke for ages 15–adult
Saturdays, 1:30 – 4:30pm for Colored Pencil
September 28, October 5, 19, and 26 (4 weeks; No class October 12)
Instructor: Carolyn Todd
In four classes, participants will explore the distinctive characteristics of different types of colored pencils. We’ll experiment with layering colors and lines. Drawing with odorless solvents in class will be included. The supplies list can be found on our website under this class description, or by calling 978-345-4207. $120; $100 Museum members. For any questions please email carolyn@thetoddreport.com and title the email “FAM Art Classes.” Registration coming soon! View supply list.
Yoga
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:45pm
Instructor: Melissa Magane
Session 1: July 9 – August 27 (8 weeks)
Session 2: Sept 3 – Oct 22 (8 weeks)
Session 3: Oct 29-Dec 17 (8 weeks)
Experience warm-up postures, yogic breathing, and relaxation. Instruction is adapted for all levels of experience. $88, $72 for Museum members, Drop-ins $14 per class, payable in class.
About the Instructors:
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Melissa Magane Certified Yoga Instructor, CYT, Northampton Yoga Center, Northampton, MA, Certified since 1999.
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Carolyn Todd has a BFA and MA in Fine Arts and Art Education. Her extensive experience teaching includes middle school, high school, college, and adult students. She specializes in drawing, all types of painting, color theory, and art history. The National Park Service selected her to be an Artist-in-Residence at the Amistad National Recreation Area. Her paintings, drawings, and illustrations are in private collections in the United States and South America.
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General Information
Youth classes are taught by professional art educators who enjoy teaching children. All supplies are provided for youth classes. Adults must bring their own supplies. A list of suggested supplies will be sent automatically if you register through www.familyid.com; otherwise please call the front desk to request one. All youth classes, except the Making Comics Workshop, meet for 5 days, Monday-Friday. Please drop off and pick up children promptly at the Museum’s main entrance on Elm Street. Parents/guardians do not have to stay in the Museum during class. A limited number of scholarships are available. Please contact Laura Howick, Director of Education, at 978-345-4207 ext. 305 for details. We believe creating art is especially good for children; they learn motor skills, decision-making, visual literacy, and positive self-expression. Your child does not have to have “talent” to take our art classes, just an interest in art. -
*Fees
If you sign up for both morning classes for ages 5-8, the fee is $105 for Family-level Museum members; $125 for non-members. Each class for ages 9-12 is $105 for Family-level Museum members; $125 for non-members. There is an additional fee of $15 for supervision during lunch if the student is taking a morning and afternoon class. (Students must provide their own lunch and snacks.) -
Photography Policy
Often the Museum staff or local newspaper would like to photograph students in the classroom for publishing on social media or in the newspaper. If you do not want your child photographed for this purpose, please indicate that on your registration form, otherwise we will assume we have your permission. -
Class Cancellations Due to Under-Enrollment or Instructor Illness
If a class has to be cancelled due to these circumstances, students will be notified by phone and refunds will be issued.
