Even the smallest scrap of fiber can find a home and be transformed into something new. In Brenda's Finding Fabric Series, scraps of fabric, vintage textiles, buttons, beads, embroidery thread, and various findings will be utilized to make wearable art. During Brenda's class, students will make their own upcycled fiber earrings and jacket jewelry. This […]
If you've ever wanted to experiment with glass as a medium, this is the perfect class for you. Jane will guide you through the process of making a glass snowflake. Students of this class will be contacted when their glass has been fired and available to pick up. Our glass classes are limited to 12 […]
Learn the basics of block printing. In this class, you will draw out your design and carve their own linoleum blocks. Students will be printing by hand with red ink on folded cards perfect for your loved one this Valentine's Day, or yourself (we won't judge). Examples and reference images will be provided to help […]
Welcome to Studio 55, an art class tailored for adults aged 55 and up! Join us in our open studio facilitated by Jesse McCormick. There will be various supplies and mediums available to use and experiment with, or participants may bring their own. Start a new project or bring something you’ve been working on and […]
Join us on Saturday mornings for beginner-friendly yoga classes taught by Desirée Dixon. Classes will be held in the Spiva Center for the Arts galleries, located on the second floor of the Cornell Complex. This session of the Welcome to Your Body series will focus on hands and feet. Designed specifically for beginners, this class […]
Discover the magic of working with glass in this hands-on class. Join Jane as she leads you through the steps to design and create your very own glass heart. After the class, your piece will be fused in a kiln. You’ll be notified when it’s ready to be picked up. Our glass classes are limited […]
Under Rachel's guidance, students will create their own caricatures inspired by Tim Burton’s distinctive style, using watercolor and ink. She will provide step-by-step instruction, demonstrating key stylistic elements to help bring your caricature to life. This class also offers an excellent introduction to watercolor painting, making it ideal for beginners who prefer a structured and […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun and creative workshop just for kids with Ciera West and Des Hernandez. Students will craft their own pizza and heart-shaped collages, unleashing their creativity. This is the perfect opportunity for parents to enroll their kids in a festive workshop while they enjoy our couples' class downstairs in the gallery—or […]
Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine’s Day with a unique and artistic experience designed to bring you closer to your partner. Couples will collaborate through a playful Painting Swap Challenge. Starting with individual paintings from the imagination or optional prompts, partners will swap canvases every 10 minutes, adding their own creative touches to each other's […]
Create stunning floral designs with the dynamic string-pulling technique! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore how to use strings, chains, and beads to manipulate paint and craft intricate, one-of-a-kind patterns. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this slow and steady process allows for endless creativity, transforming simple materials into elegant floral forms and […]
Students will go over the fundamentals of photography: shooting in manual mode, understanding light and composition, and even going on a photo walk downtown. After a provided lunch, participants will then spend the afternoon learning the basics of Photoshop editing. Students will have a week to take photos and return finished images to Spiva to […]
Join us on Saturday mornings for beginner-friendly yoga classes taught by Desirée Dixon. Classes will be held in the Spiva Center for the Arts galleries, located on the second floor of the Cornell Complex. This session of the Welcome to Your Body series will focus on arms and legs. Designed specifically for beginners, this class […]
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Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
212 W. 7th Street
Joplin, M0 64801
