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Expand your creativity by signing up for one of our visual arts education programs at the PMA.
Sign up!After School Art
August 24 - December 14, 2023
Grades 2-6 every Thursday
3:30PM - 5:00PMDescription
In our semester-long studio art program, students will develop their artistic skills by engaging in all aspects of the creative process from planning, to concept, to creation. Each class will introduce emerging artists to a wide variety of 2D and 3D media, encouraging self expression through the development and practice of art and design fundamentals. Artists meet weekly in the PMA's art classroom to create both individual and collaborative art projects. Maximum of 12 students.
2023 - 2024 Program Cost
$240 for members,
$270 for non-members
*per semester
Fall 2023 Registration will open on June 24th.
Scholarships are available for this program!
Now accepting applications for Fall 2023, due Aug. 15th.
Mini Makers
NEW PROGRAM designed for Ages 4 - 6
Every Thursday
2:00PM - 3:00 P.M.
Offered in two 8-week terms, in both Fall and Spring
FALL Term 1 Dates: August 24 - October 12.
FALL Term 2 Dates: October 19 - December 14.
(No Class Thanksgiving Week)
Description
In our NEW Mini Makers program, young students will begin to develop creativity and hone fine motor skills by exploring a wide variety of art materials, engaging in different types of sensory and tactile experiences through the process of making art. Each class introduces students to practicing various exercises to improve dexterity while utilizing a range of fine motor skills. Encourages self-expression, developing artistic and creative skills that apply to every aspect of your mini maker's future.
This program meets weekly for 8-week terms in the PMA's art classroom. There are 2 terms in both the Fall and Spring seasons. Maximum of 9 students each term. There is an interactive family space just down the hall in close proximity to the classroom where parents can wait if desired.
Program Instructor: Marcia Wagner a.k.a. Ms. Messy
2023 - 2024 Program Cost
$85 for members,
$95 for non-members
*per 8-week term
2023 Fall Term 1 Registration will open June 24th!
Fall term 2 registration opens August 31st.
FALL Term 1 Dates: August 24 - October 12.
FALL Term 2 Dates: October 19 - December 14.
(No Class Thanksgiving Week)
Next Generation Homeschool
Meets once per week for 2 hours.
Tues. AM, ages 7-9: Group A: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tues. PM, ages 10+: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thurs. AM: Ages 7-9 Group B: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
***NEW PROGRAM FOR AGES 4-6 on Thurs. 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Registration for new "Mini Makers" program will open June 24th.
Mini Makers start date: August 24th, 2023. Will run on the same 8-week term schedule as the Next Generation Homeschool program.
Description
Make the art museum part of your homeschool studies! This program adheres to the National Visual Arts Standards and is designed to introduce students to a wide range of art materials, developing creativity and artistic skills. Focuses on the elements of art and principles of design while incorporating a variety of core subjects. Maximum of 12 students per group. The end of each term culminates in an exhibition of selected artwork for parents and friends to view on the last session date.
Program Instructor: Marcia Wagner a.k.a. Ms. Messy
2023 - 2024 Program Cost
$145 for members,
$170 for non-members
*per 8-week term
2023 Fall Term 1 Registration will open June 24th.
Fall Term 2 registration will open August 31st.
FALL Term 1: Begins August 22 & 24 - October 10 & 12.
FALL Term 2: Begins October 17 & 19 - December 12 & 14.
Art Academy for Autism
Fall 2023 Semester:
August 25 & 26 through December 1 & 2.
Ages 5-9 | Alternating Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ages 10-15 | Alternating Saturdays from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages 16+ | Alternating Fridays from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Description
Art Academy for Autism is an arts education initiative designed for children and young adults on the autism spectrum. This program focuses on nurturing artistic development and abstract thinking skills within a group environment. Our art educators believe that self expression can help students build personal connections, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, and learn a wide variety of artistic skills. Maximum of 8 students per group. There is no charge for students to attend, but pre-registration is required.
Program Instructor: Shanay Springs
Fall 2023 Registration will begin June 24th.
Cost
No charge to participants.
