Young Artists' Class List at the MISTLIN GALLERY

*** Children’s art classes are offered at the Mistlin Gallery, sponsored by the Central California Art Association and the City of Modesto Parks and Recreation department for children 3 to 17 years of age. Register at www.modestogov.com/prnd or call 209-577-5344 for these classes.

Mommy and Me***

Mommy/Daddy & Me Art Class* Wednesdays, March 3 – March 24, 11am – 12pm or Mondays, July 12 – August 2, 11am - 12pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 3-5 years Adults will assist their child in experiencing the fun of painting and creating with color. Each week will be a different adventure. An adult must accompany child. Supplies are furnished. 4 sessions/$40.

My First Art Class***

Wednesdays, March 3 - April 7, 3:30pm – 4:30pm or Wednesdays, July 7 – August 11, 4:00pm – 5:00pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 5-7 years Children will experience the fun of painting by creating new colors and learning to handle paints and brushes. New lessons taught at each session. Supplies are furnished. 6 sessions/$60.

The Science of Art***

Wednesday, March 17, 3:30pm – 4:30pm or Tuesday, July 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm or Tuesday, July 20, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 8-13 years What do science and art have in common? In this fun, hands-on workshop, students will learn about optical illusions and try to draw their own. They will also learn how colors combine both scientifically and artistically. 1 session/$20.

Fun with Painting***

Thursdays, March 11 - April 1, 3:30pm – 4:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Classroom Ages 14-17 years Students will concentrate on painting with different media, techniques and subject matter. Supplies are furnished. 4 sessions/$40.

KID'S DAY

Saturday, May 8, 10:00am – 12:30pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 6-8 years Cheryl Brown will teach kids to create in air dry clay and experiment with paint. 1 session/$15 plus $5 materials fee.

Children's Art Camp

Tuesdays and Thursdays June 15 , 17, 27 and July 1, 10am – 12pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 6-8 years CCAA instructors teach creative expression with fun materials including clay, chalk, printmaking and more. Children will bring home a portfolio to keep their own artworks. 4 sessions/$80 plus $15 materials fee.

Older Youth Art Camp

Monday, Wednesday and Fridays June 21, 23, and 25, 10am – 2pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9 years and up CCAA instructors will teach creative expression in various media including clay, painting, collage and more. Children will bring home their own portfolio of artwork. 3 sessions/$120 plus $20 materials fee.

Young Drawers Class

Tuesdays and Thursdays July 13, 15, 27 and 29, 10am – 11am Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 5-8 years Cheryl Brown will teach children ages 5 to 8 to draw beyond the ordinary, plus the fun of drawing people in motion, faces with expression, imaginary creatures and more. Media: pencil and chalk. 6 sessions /$50 plus a $5 materials fee.

Older Children's Drawing Class

Tuesdays and Thursdays July 13, 15, 27 and 29, 11am – Noon Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-13 years Cheryl Brown will teach skills with cartoonish and imaginative drawing, plus realistic drawing and creating perspective. 6 sessions/$50 plus $5 materials fee.

Beginning Drawing and Painting Class***

Mondays and Wednesdays July 12 – July 21, 2pm – 3pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-12 years Learn to see as a young artist. Students will draw in black and white and paint in color. Basic fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques will be taught. Bring your own 9” x 12” drawing pad. Other supplies will be furnished. 4 sessions/$45.

Intermediate Drawing and Painting Class***

Mondays and Wednesdays July 26 – August 4, 2pm – 3pm Where : Mistlin Gallery Ages 9-12 years Students will learn to draw and paint with emotion. This class is designed for students who have completed Beginning Drawing and Painting and are ready for more advanced techniques. Bring your own 11” x 14” drawing pad. Other supplies will be furnished. 4 sessions for $45.

Kid's Day

Thursday, August 5, 10am – 2pm Where: Mistlin Gallery Ages 8-12 years Last chance for an artistic fling before school starts. Create with Cheryl Brown using paint, chalk pastels, and more. Come dressed to get messy and bring a lunch and drink. 1 session/$25 plus $5 materials fee.