September 11, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Painting With Yarn
Times: 11AM - 12:30PM
Kids will be introduced to the yarn art of the Huichol Indians. Then, working from their own designs, they will create colorful, soft images of layered yarn.
Teachers: Loryn Zerr
Price: $5.00

September 14 - October 19, 2010
AFTER SCHOOL ART ADVENTURE FOR AGES 7-11 Session 1
Times: 4-5:30PM; Ages:7-11 yrs.
Students will work on projects inspired by current exhibitions at the MAM, including string prints, plaster sculpture, paper "stained glass" and much more.
Teachers: Jackie McMahan
Price: $55.00
Members: $49.50

September 14 - October 19, 2010
OBSERVATIONAL DRAWING FOR ADULTS
Times: 6-8PM, Tuesdays
This class will explore drawing at different paces and for different purposes (for example, compositional design or value study). Students will have opportunities to learn about value, proportion, and mark-making in a variety of dry media. Supply list provided.
Teachers: Stephanie J. Frostad
Price: $85.00
Members: $76.50

September 15 - October 20, 2010
PARENT / TODDLER ART FUN FOR AGES 2 - 3 1/2 Session 1
Times: 3-4PM , Ages 2-3.5 yrs.
Parents will spend a creative hour with their children discovering different media : clay, paint, glue, etc and learning ways to explore art in safe, creative ways at home. Tips for easy clean up will be shared!
Drop in rate: $10
Teachers: Allie Depuy
Price: $50.00
Members: $45.00

September 15 - October 20, 2010
PRESCHOOL ART START FOR AGES 3 1/2 - 5 Session 1
Times: 1-2:30 PM, Wednesdays
This class will stimulate your child's creativity with hands-on projects using safe and fun materials.
Teachers: Allie Depuy
Price: $55.00
Members: $49.50

September 18, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Glass Mosaic
Times: 11AM - 12:30PM
Work with exhibiting artist Angela Babby to create a simple design using colorful artist's glass glued and mortared on board.
Teachers: Angela Babby
Price: $5.00

September 18, 2010
THE ART OF FIELD SKETCHING FOR ADULTS
Times: 10AM-3PM
Inspired by the pen and ink work of little-known German artist/naturalist Marie Sybilla Meriam (1647-1717) and the drawings of Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890), students will sketch the form and energy of nature outdoors.
Teachers: Claire Emery
Price: $45.00
Members: $40.50

October 07 - October 26, 2010
PORTRAYAL OF SELF / PHOTOGRAPHY AND POETRY FOR AGES 13-18
Times: 3-5 PM, Thursdays
Learn to use the photographic portrait and self-portrait as inspiration for writing engaging poetry and prose.
Teachers: David Spear and Sheryl Noethe
Price: $50.00
Members: $45.00

October 09, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: A Taste For and a Touch of Photography
Times: 11AM - 12:30PM
This workshop will explore aspects of the camera, its history and the nature of light sensitive material with hands-on activities that involve picture making and photographic processes with simple techniques.
Teachers: David Spear
Price: $5.00

October 30, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Remembrance Workshop
Times: 10AM-12PM
In conjunction with Missoula's Festival of the Dead events, Partners Hospice and Missoula Art Museum are co-hosting this workshop. Participants will create a special remembrance piece to celebrate the life of one who has died.
Teachers: Bev Beck Glueckert and Gretchen Strohmaier
Price: $5.00

November 02 - December 07, 2010
AFTER SCHOOL ART ADVENTURE FOR AGES 7-11 Session 2
Times: 4-5:30PM, Tuesdays
Risho will present a variety of projects for children including artist's accordion books, peace flags, pictographs, and unique game cards as well as a wealth of other artistic creations.
Teachers: Susie Risho
Price: $55.00
Members: $45.00

November 02 - December 07, 2010
OBSERVATIONAL DRAWING 2 FOR ADULTS
Times: 6-8PM, Tuesdays
This class, suited to anyone seeking to enhance their observational skills, will cover the fundamental techniques and media of drawing, provide opportunities for more sustained image-making, and introduce color in dry media. Supply list provided.
Teachers: Stephanie J. Frostad
Price: $85.00
Members: $76.50

November 03 - December 08, 2010
PRESCHOOL ART START FOR AGES 3 1/2 - 5 Session 2
Times: 1-2:30 PM, Wednesdays
This class will stimulate your child's creativity with hands-on projects using safe and fun materials.
Teachers: Allie Depuy
Price: $55.00
Members: $49.50

November 03 - December 08, 2010
PARENT / TODDLER ART FUN FOR AGES 2 - 3 1/2 Session 2
Times: 11AM-12PM, Wednesdays
Parents will spend a creative hour with their children discovering different media: clay, paint, glue, etc. and learning ways to explore art in safe, creative ways at home.
Teachers: Allie Depuy
Price: $50.00
Members: $45.00

November 06, 2010
PHOTOGRAPHY AND POETRY / VISION & VOICE FOR TEACHERS
Times: 9AM-12PM
Teachers will work with exhibiting artist David Spear and poet Sheryl Noethe to learn ways of engaging students to express themselves and examine cultural identity while encouraging creative writing skills and visual literacy. PIR credit available.
Teachers: David Spear and Sheryl Noethe
Price: $35.00
Members: $31.50

November 13, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Paint Stick Puppets
Times: 11AM-12:30PM
Create a colorful, foot-tall puppet from the inside out using a variety of recycled and natural materials, such as telephone wire, fabric, and sheepskin. Participants start with a wooden paint stick, then twist wire for the arms and legs and wrap them with brightly colored cloth strips.
Teachers: Feather Sherman
Price: $5.00

December 04, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Special Holiday Fun
Times: 11AM-2PM
In conjunction with the Missoula Downtown Association's Holiday Walk, drop by the art museum to participate in a free holiday hands-on project.

December 11, 2010
SATURDAY FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Recycled Jewelry and Holiday Ornaments
Times: 11AM-12:30PM
Enjoy designing your own jewelry and ornaments from a large selection of recycled materials.
Teachers: Feather Sherman
Price: $5.00