Arts & Healing
Jan Wright
Fridays, 1:00-3:00

The Arts & Healing Program focuses on adults who are experiencing mild to moderate dementia/memory loss. The Arts have been shown to have a profound and lasting impact on people of all ages, economic and cultural backgrounds. Involvement in the arts is associated with gains in learning, cognitive ability, problem-solving, critical thinking, and motor and verbal skills. The creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and achieve insight. There is no charge for this class.

If you know someone who could benefit from this program, please email Carla, acm@artcentermanatee.org

Program Information

S1: Sep 9, 16, 23, 30
S2: Oct 7, 14, (no 21), 28, Nov 18
S3: Dec 2, 9, 16 (no 23, 30)
S4: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27
S5: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
S6: Mar 10, 17, 24, 31
S7: Apr 14, 21, 28

Kathleen Carrier B-A
Thursday 1:00-4:00

Enter the whimsical world of paper mache with mixed-media artist, Kathy Carrier. In this specialty class, learn to make fanciful insects using a variety of recyclable elements such as cardboard, soda cans, wire, newspaper. The class covers everything in the paper mache making process, from making the initial armature and applying layers of newspaper and paste to painting, finishing, and embellishments, giving each insect its own unique look. The finished bugs can either be wall-hung or hung from the ceiling. Ideal for beginners or anyone interested in exploring this age-old art form, the class promises to be a fun and creative time for everyone.

S1: Feb. 23, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23

Supply List

$125 ACM Members
$150 Future Members

Am I Capturing My Thoughts, Feelings, and Emotions as Pictures or Photographs? 

Joel Auerbach B-A
Tuesdays 6:30-9:00

Americans take more pictures every two minutes than were taken worldwide in the entire 19th century. This class will explore the explosion of photography and how we can be part of this revolution by learning how to take “photographs” instead of “pictures.” Plan on bringing any device that can capture a digital image or just the desire to participate in engaging and fun conversations centered around the many aspects of thinking about and physically capturing an image.

S1: Nov 15, 22, 29, Dec 6, 13
S2: Dec 20, 27, Jan 3, 10, 17
S3: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21
S4: Feb 28, Mar 7, 14, 21, 28
S5: Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2

$124 ACM Members
$149 Future Members

Join us for our special version of Nights Out – held in the afternoon during the week!

These classes include all supplies, just no wine, beer or snacks.

You don’t need to be a member to attend these classes. Come as you are, bring a friend and go home with a piece of art you’ve created.

Watercolor Flamingo on Cradle Board
Kris Peterson
S1: Nov 29, 1:00-3:30 & Nov 30 1:00-2:30

Paint a vibrant flamingo on a tropical green background. Learn to layer washes and negative paint leaves and foliage. The following day, apply your finished painting to a wooden panel for gift giving or to keep. The finished painting project will be ready to hang without frames or mats! $95

Watercolor Beach Hammock
Kris Peterson
S2: Dec 7, 1:00-4:00

A tranquil beach scene with a colorful hammock is the subject of this painting. Learn to paint sand,
shadows and palm trees. Make waves in the water and up on the beach the quick and easy way. Your hammock can be striped or plain, your choice. We will also be making graphite paper for use in tracing your designs on paper. $57

Wonky Felted Snowman Ornament
Jackie Bartolini
S3: Dec 8, 1:00-4:00

Learn to needle felt a silly, fun snowman ornament with yarn hat and charm! $57

Succulent Picture Frame
TBD
S4: Dec 13, 12:00-4:00

Add a little charm and greenery to your home with a beautiful living succulent picture frame. Succulents are a natural choice for vertical gardens because they grow slowly and have low water requirements. Plus they come in so many shapes and colors, it’s easy to create unique designs with them. $115

Glorious Garden Totems
Michele Polito
S5: Dec 14 & 15 from 1:00-4:00

Add some pizzazz to your garden with your own clay garden totem. We’ll use hand building techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch pots to make anything that your imagination can conjure – colorful flowers, fantastical creatures, animals, people. Each item will have a hole through it so it can be stacked on a pole in the garden. $135

Liana Martin I
Friday 10:00-4:00

This class is a great introduction to working with enamels, and will focus on the fundamental techniques used in enameling. These include preparing the base metal, sifting the enamel onto the surface, firing and finishing. Once we learn the basics, I will demonstrate and explain sgraffito, stencils, decals and other techniques. Supply fee $40

S1: Feb 10

$118 ACM Members
$143 Future Members

After School Classes
Ages 6-10
Tuesdays 4:00-6:00

Allow your child to express their creativity and artistic talent in these classes! They’ll have fun while they learn and make friends All supplies included.

Painting:
S1: 6 wk: Sep 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
Ceramics:
S2: 6 wk: Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 6
Mixed Media:
S3: 6 wk: Dec 13, 20, 27, Jan 3, 10, 17
Drawing & Printmaking:
S4: 5 wk: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21
Sculpture & 3D Art:
S5: 6 wk: Mar 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr 4, 11
Pastels & Colored Pencils:
S6: 6 wk: Apr 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23

5 wk: $107 ACM Members
$142 Future Members

6 wk: $128 ACM Members
$163 Future Members

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