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Semester Programs
Expand your creativity by signing up for one of our visual arts education programs at the PMA.
Sign up!Afterschool Art
Next session begins on January 12, 2023.
Spring 2023 registration opens in November 2022.
Grades 1-5 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 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.
Program Instructor: Heather Turner
2022-2023 Program Cost
$240 for members,
$270 for non-members
*per semester
Scholarships are now available for this program!
Accepting applications for Spring 2023.
Next Generation Homeschool
Class meets once per week for 2 hours.
Tues. AM, ages 5-9: 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 5-9 Group B: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fall Term 2 begins October 18th and 20th
Description
Make the museum part of your homeschool studies. This program is designed to adhere to the National Visual Arts Standards and introduces students to a wide range of art materials while developing creativity and artistic skills. The end of each term culminates in an exhibition of selected artwork for parents and friends to view.
Program Instructor: Marce Wagner
2022-2023 Program Cost
$140 for members,
$165 for non-members
*per 8-week term
FALL 1 Term: August 23 - October 11
FALL 2 Term: October 18 - December 13
Art Academy for Autism
Fall 2022 Programs began on August 26th/27th, 2022.
Spring 2023 Registration opens in November.
Ages 5-9 | Alternating Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Ages 10-15 | Alternating Saturdays from 1:30 a.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. This program is made free for students and is generously supported in part by Autism Pensacola.
Program Instructor: Shanay Springs
Cost
Free to participants, supported in part by Autism Pensacola.
