THE NELSON-ATKINS
Adult Studio Classes

Final Spring Class

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Foam Printmaking 

Series of 3 classes,120 min
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
April 15– 29, 2023 (Saturdays)
Classroom 6
$150 public | $120 Members
Adult 16+ 

Instructor: Anthony High 

Push the boundaries of simple scratch-foam printmaking with local artist Anthony High. This accessible process is sure to inspire continued exploration long after the class concludes. All supplies provided. 

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Summer Classes

Create with Kindness

One session class, 120 min
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
June 23, 2023
$50 public | $40 Members
Adult 16+
Classroom 6; children 6 and up may attend with an adult.

Come on your own or bring friends and family to get creative while caring for the community! Learn about a local organization making a difference, then create a hand-bound sketchbook to keep and one to donate to the cause. Supplies provided. 

 

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Gallery Drawing

Series of 3 classes, 120min
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 thru July 7, 2023
Classroom 6
$150 public | $120Members
Adult 16+

Instructor: Suzann Geringer 

Take some time to observe and sketch works of art in galleries throughout the museum, then develop your sketches into finished drawings in the studio classroom. Supplies provided. 

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Spontaneous Watercolor Landscapes

Series of 3 classes, 120 min
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
July 20 thru August 3, 2023
Classroom 6
$150 public | $120 Members
Adult 16+ 

Instructor: Barry Teghtmeyer 

Get inspired by nature! Tour the galleries in search of organic shapes and patterns that create the most captivating landscapes. Then practice spontaneous watercolor techniques to create landscapes of your own. 

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A limited number of need-based studio class scholarships are available. To apply, please complete the scholarship application form. If you have questions, please contact scholarships@nelson-atkins.org for more information.

Cancellations made five business days prior to a class may be refunded, less a $15 processing fee per enrollment. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than five business days prior, due to absence, or after a class begins. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, your enrollment fee will be refunded in full. We do not issue credits toward future classes or workshops if you cancel your enrollment or miss a class. There are no make-up classes due to absence. Switching enrollment from one class/workshop to another will result in a $10 transfer fee on a per student/per class basis.