Master Supply List (Spring Term 2023)| Cancellation and Refund Policy
There will be no Adult classes in June and July due to summer camps! If you are interested in summer camps or teen intensives click here!
Adult Summer Term 2023 (August 1 – September 2) (5 weeks)
Adult Summer On Sale: Thursday June 1, 2023
Fall Term 2023 #1 (September 5 – October 7) (5 weeks)
Fall Term 2023 #2 (October 10 – November 11) (5 weeks)
Fall Term On Sale: Thursday, July 27, 2023
Adults must bring all supplies for visual arts classes. Supply Lists can be found under each class description or on the link above.
Supplies are provided by the MAC for youth and teen class offerings.
Painting & Drawing Classes
Basics of Watercolor Workshop
(1 session)
18- Adult | All Skill Levels
Instructor: Antonio Gonzalez- Garcia
Saturday, May 27th
10:00am-3:00pm
This workshop is addressed to beginners in the use of the watercolor. In this class we are going to understand the supplies that are used in watercolor painting. We will learn to control them when we are creating an artwork. We are going to understand when, why, and how we can use the different techniques that exist in watercolor. The will give you an introductory perspective to understand the limits of the watercolor.
FEE:$45
Enrile Classroom, Lower Level
Colored Pencil and Watercolor/Gouache en Plein Air Workshop (2 sessions)
17- Adult | All Skill Levels
Instructor: Miranda Holmes
Saturdays, May 13 & May 27
10:00am – 1:00pm
This workshop will introduce combining colored pencil and watercolor techniques while creating drawings and paintings en plein air. Students will learn how to layer multiple colored pencils on top of one another to create nuanced color in their work. Students will also be shown how to layer watercolor and/or gouache paint with their colored pencil drawings. We will spend both days outside and practice these techniques while observing the natural environment around the MAC.
FEE: $55
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level//Outdoor green Space surrounding the MAC
Image Credit: Michelle Rummel. Botanical sketch. Ink and watercolor. https://honoringthemuse.wordpress.com/2014/01/09/botanical-sketch
Intro to Acrylics and Color Mixing Workshop (2 sessions)
17- Adult | All Skill Levels
Instructor: Miranda Holmes
Wednesdays, May 17 & May 24
6:00pm-9:00pm
This beginning acrylic painting workshop will guide students through learning the basics of painting. Designed for students who have had little to no prior experience with painting, this workshop will cover the basic materials and skills necessary to making acrylic paintings. In these two sessions, we will study the color wheel and cover techniques such as painting from observation and mixing realistic colors and shadows.
FEE:$55
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Level
Image Credit: Matt Fussell. Untitled. 2022. Acrylic on panel. https://thevirtualinstructor.com/blog/painting-orange-slices-with-acrylics
Plein Air Painting with Angela: Highbanks
Adult | All Skill Levels
Instructor: Angela Gage
Wednesday May 24th
9:00am-12:00pm
Come paint with Angela in some of her favorite Metro Parks! She will provide guidance and inspiration for participants, and the focus will change each session. All skill levels are welcome!
Please provide your own plein air painting supplies (paint, paintbrushes, canvas, etc.) and easel. Please also bring a chair, and any outdoor protective items you may need (hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, etc.). If you wish to participate on multiple days, you must register for each day separately.
FEE: $35
Image Credit: Eric Robinson https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/
Plein Air Painting with Angela: Park of Roses
Adult | All Skill Levels
Instructor: Angela Gage
Friday May 26th
9:00am-12:00pm
Come paint with Angela in some of her favorite Metro Parks! She will provide guidance and inspiration for participants, and the focus will change each session. All skill levels are welcome!
Please provide your own plein air painting supplies (paint, paintbrushes, canvas, etc.) and easel. Please also bring a chair, and any outdoor protective items you may need (hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, etc.). If you wish to participate on multiple days, you must register for each day separately.
FEE:$35
Image Credit: Chelsea Wileyhttps://www.columbusnavigator.com/columbus-park-of-roses/
Adult Workshops
Encaustic Workshop
16 – Adult | Beginner-Intermediate
Instructor: Juliette Montague
Saturday April 15th (Currently Full) and Saturday May 20th (Currently Full)
10:00am – 5:00pm
Learn basic encaustic collage, assemblage, and image making techniques to expand your mixed media art making! Supplies are provided by the instructor; you are welcome to bring any collage materials or embeds you would like to use in your creations. Please bring 1-2 wooden surfaces to work on.
The April 15th workshop is currently full. Please email your name and a contact phone number to Education Coordinator Lindsay Lisanti (llisanti@mcconnellarts.org) to be added to the waitlist.
FEE: $90 for one workshop
Painting/Drawing Studio, 2nd Floor
Adult Dance Classes
Beginning Level Flamenco & Choreography For Adults
Tuesdays 8:00-9:00 pm
Tuesday, May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 (5 weeks)
This will be a beginning class to introduce both men and women to the elements of Flamenco dance choreography. At the end of the term you will have learned a short beautiful choreography to that will make you feel like you are in Spain!
FEE $100
What to Wear To Class
Please wear comfortable workout gear, skirt if desired for women. You may wear workout shoes, soft leather shoes, character or Flamenco shoes. The teacher can guild you on the first day of class about the best shoes to wear. Here are some shoe options.
Beginning Level Flamenco Technique & Castanets For Adults
Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 pm
Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 (5 sessions)
Castanets Will Be Provided
This will be a beginning class to introduce both men and women to the elements of Flamenco dance and castanets. You will learn the technique elements for the arms, barceos, feet and the rhythm called compass. This will be a fun and interactive class that is full of beautiful rhythms and movement.
This class is great for those who have never played an instrument, never thought that they could play an instrument but always wanted to try. You will fall in love with the rhythms of Flamenco and find inspiration to play this beautiful hand instrument.
FEE $100
BalletMet Classes
Adult Beginning Tap
This class will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary and will work on basic rhythms and steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.
Suggested attire: Tap shoes, comfortable, loose clothing that allows for easy movement.
BalletMet Academy classes at the MAC will start Tuesday, September 6.
Enhance your child’s concentration, coordination and creativity with BalletMet. Their children’s classes are specially designed for young dancers ages 3 to 7 who are eager to learn in a fun and nurturing environment.
Most classes run from September to May, but new students are always welcome to join at any time. The schedule for Children’s Division classes at the MAC is as follows:
Mini Movers
Develops creativity and coordination with a focus on rhythm, movement, music, imagination and fun.
Wednesdays, 5:00 – 5:30 pm
Thursdays, 4:00 – 4:30 pm
Must be 3 by 9/30/22
Creative Movement
Creates a stimulating environment through dance and movement while focusing on creativity and the joy of self-expression.
Tuesdays, 4:00 – 4:45 pm
Must be 4 by 9/30/22
Pre-Ballet 5
Encourages imagination, self- expression and group interaction while introducing basic dance and music concepts.
Tuesdays, 4:45 – 5:30 pm
Must be 5 by 9/30/22
Pre-Ballet 6
Through group dances and solos, students develop their knowledge of dance steps with rhythm and musicality while preparing their body with conditioning and stretching exercises as they transition to ballet.
Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5:00 pm
Thursdays, 6:45 – 7:45 pm
Must be 6 by 9/30/22
Pre-Ballet 7
Students are introduced to basic ballet steps, terminology and the relationship dance has with music.
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 pm
Must be 7 by 9/30/22
The schedule for BalletMet’s Student Division classes at the MAC is as follows:
Ballet 1
Students are introduced to ballet technique through a comprehensive curriculum.
Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:45 PM
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:45 PM
Tap 1
Students develop rhythm, sound, movement and expression.
Thursdays, 5:45 – 6:45 PM
