Rutherford Center for Visual Arts
Kid's Classes
These classes are offered for a short period as special classes or specialized workshops. Check back regularly to see new classes offered.
Watercolor Workshop
Color Mixing for Harmony
Wednesday, May 15 9:00 am to Noon
Open for age 11 to Adult
Class minimum 2, maximum 8
Level: Beginner and Intermediate
Cost: $10.00 for members and up to age 18
$15.00 for nonmembers
There is an additional $5.00 supply fee paid
to the instructor at the beginning of class.
The impulse to buy every color so you don't have to mix paint is a mistake. When painting a landscape the grass shrubs and trees will be a multitude of greens, but you don't need a multitude of paint tubes to capture them. Indeed, it can be a mistake because some greens have a very chemical hue, not like nature at all and some are not compatible to the eye with others. Learning both color theory and how to mix from the basic color wheel will improve your overall composition. We will explore color variations and practice glazing with simple landscapes.
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The instructor, Tina Phelps is a painting and drawing artist with past careers in education and occupational therapy. She has studied art at Macalester College and St. Cloud State University in Minnesota, Putney School of Art in London, England, Minnetonka Center for the Arts in Minnesota, and pen and ink with Don Blackwell at Isothermal Community College.
Please register by May 12th
Zentangle Apprentice
Wednesday, May 8 and 15
5:00 - 8:00 pm
For kids age 8 to 15 years old.
(Class Size: 12 Maximum, 5 Minimum)
Cost: $40.00
There is an additional $10 supply fee paid to the instructor on the day of the class.
This kit is yours to take home.
This Zentangle class is designed for youth. In it you will learn to create patterns called tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs. These simple shapes are the "Elemental Strokes" in all Zentangle art. These patterns are drawn on small pieces of paper called "tiles." We call them tiles because you can assemble them into mosaics.
Zentangle art is non-representational and unplanned so you can focus on each stroke and not worry about the result. There is no up or down to Zentangle art. If fact, you can most easily create Zentangle art by rotating your tile as you tangle -- always keeping your hand in a relaxed position. You don't need to know what a tangle is going to look like to draw it. You just need to know the steps. The result is a delightful surprise.
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This class for youth will engage them in a creative outlet that focuses their mind and allows them to express themselves in their own way.
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Taught by Misty Johnson, Certified Zentangle Instructor
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Learn more about Zentangle at www.zentangle.com
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Please register by May 4th
Tea Pot & Cups Workshop for Kids Ages 10-17
3-Part Workshop
Beginners Welcome – No Experience Necessary!
Series 1:
Wednesday July 17 9:30am-12:30 pm,
Thursday July 18 1:30-4:30 pm & Tuesday July 30 1:30-4:30 pm
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Series 2:
Wednesday July 17 1:30-4:30 pm,
Thursday July 18 1:30-4:30 pm, & Tuesday July 30 1:30-4:30 pm
Cost: $120.00.
There will be a $20.00 supply fee paid to the instructor on the first day of the workshop.
In In our first class, we’ll learn how to use the potter’s wheel to spin and shape four adorable cups. Feel the thrill as you mold the clay into perfect little vessels, each one bursting with personality and charm.
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Next up, it’s time to get hands-on with hand-building! In the second class, we will craft a whimsical teapot together, using our fingers to sculpt and shape it into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. From the spout to the handle, every detail will be infused with your unique style and creativity.
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And in our final class, we will add the finishing touches with a splash of color! Explore the magical world of glazing as we paint our creations with bright, bold colors and fun patterns. Watch as your tea set comes to life in a kaleidoscope of hues, ready to dazzle and delight.
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Throughout the workshop, creativity is key! Whether you are a pottery pro or a first-time clay artist, join us for a world of fun, laughter, and endless possibilities. Let’s make memories and masterpieces together!
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For questions about the workshop, please contact CeramicSorcery@gmail.com
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Please register by July 14