Fall Classes
Eight Week Classes for Children and Adults (all materials provided for children's classes)
Saturdays
Primary Cartooning
Saturdays, September 18 - November 6
Jim Matarelli: Museum Instructor, MFA, BFA
POW! WHAM! BOOM! Students will learn to draw SpongeBob, Rugrats & friends, Mickey Mouse, Bugs Bunny and other well-known classic characters, Charlie Brown, Snoopy & friends, Garfield and others. This is a one hour blockbuster, fun class for the very young student who will be encouraged to do their very best to build self-esteem. No prior experience is necessary.Ages 6 - 9, 9 - 10 a.m., $57 Members /$64 others.
Click here to visit the Primary Cartooning pagePrimary Drawing
Saturdays, September 18 - November 6
Jim Matatelli: Museum Instructor, MFA, BFA
A fun class for budding young artists who are encouraged to do their very best to build self-esteem. Emphasis will be on realistically drawing subjects of interest to the students and the students expressing themselves creatively. Airplanes, animals, architecture, birds, cars, dinosaurs, portraits, interiors and still life are a few of the subject possibilities. No prior experience necessary.
Ages 6 - 8, 10:15 - 11:45 a.m.; $72 Members/$80 others
Click here to visit the Primary Drawing pageDrawing I & II
Saturdays, September 18 - November 6
Jim Matarelli: Museum Instructor, MFA, BFA
Similar to Primary Drawing but designed for this age group. Realistic drawing, creative expression, concepts, observation and techniques are emphasized. All skill levels welcomed with no prior experience necessary.
Ages 9 - 14, noon - 1:30 p.m.; $72 Members/$80 others
Click here to visit the Drawing I & II pageChildren's Ceramics
Saturdays, September 18 - November 6
Claire LaRose: MFA/Ceramics
Have you ever wanted an excuse to play in the mud? Here's your chance! During eight sessions we'll explore the artistic medium of clay through pinching, coiling, slab building and even throwing. Sculptural to functional, we'll work on creating a new work of art each week. All skill levels are welcome.Ages 7 - 14, 9:30 -11:30 a.m.; $90 Members/$100 others
Click here to visit the Children's Ceramics pageSaturday Studio Art
Saturdays, September 18 - November 6
Katie Truemner Bruessow: Studio Artist BFA/Kendall College
Tap into your artistic side while creating unique and original works of art. You will explore the art of painting, drawing, sculpture, and more.
Ages 6 - 9, noon - 1 p.m.; $52 Members/$58 others
Click here to visit the Saturday Studio Art pageSundays
Beginning Chess - All Ages
Sundays, September 19 - November 7
Instruction by a Peoria Chess Federation member
Challenge your brain! Expand your mind! Learn the rules and strategies of chess. All skill levels welcome. Chess sets provided for students (a $20 value).
All ages, 2 - 3 p.m.; $52 Members/$58 others
Click here to visit the Beginning Chess - All Ages pageMondays
Messy Mondays
Mondays, September 20 - November 8
Patty McGrady: Museum Teacher
Explore art from a pint-sized point of view. Learn about color mixing, make your own Playdough and more. You will get messy, so wear old clothes. Adults must stay with child. Perfect for grandparents.
Ages 2 - 5, 9 - 9:30 or 9:30 - 10 a.m.; $36 Members/$39.50 others
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Paint Like the Masters
Mondays, September 20 - November 8
Katie Truemner Bruessow: Studio Artist, BFA/Kendall College
Learn to paint like the masters. From VanGogh to Matisse, Katie will teach you the styles and techniques needed to create your own paintings. Each week will feature a new artist! How does an artist decide what to paint? Katie will show you. A great after school activity!
Ages 8 -12, 4 - 5:00 p.m.; $52 Members/$58 others
Click here to visit the Paint Like the Masters pageTuesdays
Country Landscapes
Tuesdays, September 21 - November 9
Linda Coulter: Museum Teacher
Students learn how to paint landscapes from their own photos, starting with grisaille then color glazing to create a full color art work. They can choose whatever size canvas they want and paint as many landscapes as they desire during this time.
All experience levels, 7 - 9 p.m.; $72 Members/$80 others
Click here to visit the Country Landscapes pageFunctional Pottery
Tuesdays, September 21 - November 9
Jeffery Goard: Bishop Hill Potter
Learn the skills needed to create functional pottery. Under the direction of Jeffery you will learn use of the potter's wheel and hand building techniques. Projects will be glazed and fired. Class is limited to 8. Daytime studio hours available.
Ages 18 - Adult, 7 - 9 p.m. $101 Members/$115 others
Click here to visit the Functional Pottery pageWednesdays
Wacky Wednesdays
Wednesdays, September 22 - November 10
Brook Hutchison: Museum Teacher
Each week kids will hear a different story about an artist or scientist. What does a paleontologist do? What does an artist do? Children will conduct experiments and create their own art. Wacky! Entertaining! Informative! Expect something new each week!
Ages 6 - 8, 9 - 9:45; $38 Members/$42 others
Click here to visit the Wacky Wednesdays pageBeginning Drawing
Wednesdays, September 22 - November 10
Judith Shanahan: Studio Art
Each class will be tailored to the drawing abilities of the class. Can't draw a straight line? If this is your fear, join us and you will learn how to really see the subjects, plan a composition, and learn techniques. We will practice really seeing what you are looking at, and experience different drawing media. You will gain confidence in your ability. Bring sketchbook, pencils, charcoal! All experience levels.
Teens/Adults 10 - noon; $72 Members/$80 others
Click here to visit the Beginning Drawing pageWacky Wednesdays Afternoons
Wednesdays, September 22 - November 10
Renae Stenger: Museum Educator
Each week kids will hear a different story about an artist or scientist.What does a paleontologist do? What does an artist do? Children will conduct experiments and create their own art. Wacky! Entertaining! Informative! Expect something new each week!
Ages 7 - 11, 4 - 5 p.m.; $52 Members/$58 others
Click here to visit the Wacky Wednesdays Afternoons pageOil/Acrylic Painting
Wednesdays, September 22 - November 10
Marilyn Johnson: Studio Artist, MFA, Bradley
Discover the artist within. This studio course offers basic instruction in composition and technique with emphasis on individual growth and direction. All skill levels welcome.
Request a materials list at reception desk.
Ages 18 - adults, 7 - 9 p.m.; $72 Members/$80 others
Click here to visit the Oil/Acrylic Painting pageThursdays
Sloppy Science
Thursdays, September 23 - November 11
Crystal Radovanovic: Museum Educator, BA, MA
The World is a messy place, and so is this science class. Kids (and adults) will see how fun it can be to learn about the strange things all around them. Children should wear old clothes. Adults must stay with children.
Ages 3 - 5, 9 - 9:45; $38 Members/$42 others
Click here to visit the Sloppy Science pageFunctional Pottery
Thursdays, September 23 - November 11
Jeffery Goard: Bishop Hill Potter
Learn the skills needed to create functional pottery. Under the direction of Jeffery you will learn use of the potter's wheel and hand building techniques. Projects will be glazed and fired. Class is limited to 8. Daytime studio hours available.
Ages 18 - Adult, 7 - 9 p.m. $101 Members/$115 others
Click here to visit the Functional Pottery pageFridays
Petite Picassos
Fridays September 24 - November 12
Kyla Cadwell: Museum Teacher
Come prepared to experiment and play with color. Create a pint-sized portfolio including Picassos, Matisses, and Chagalls. Create your own colorist masterpieces. You will get messy, so wear old clothes. Adults must stay. (perfect for grandparents)
Ages 2 - 5, 9 - 9:30 or 9:30 - 10 a.m. $36 Members/$39.50 others
Click here to visit the Petite Picassos - 9 - 9:30 a.m. pageClick here to visit the Petite Picassos - 9:30 - 10 a.m. page
