Watercolor USA 2025 and Jeffrey C. Legg: Alchemy of Light & Shadow open on August 23rd!

Event Series Thursday Classses

Writer’s Workshop: Poetry with Kris

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Kris Strausbaugh | Writer About the Class:This two-part writer’s workshop blends guided reflection, peer critique, and focused writing time to help participants explore poetic form, strengthen their voice, and build confidence in their creative process. From first drafts to final edits, students will engage with both foundational and advanced techniques to grow as poets. Day […]

Event Series Thursday Classses

Writer’s Workshop: Poetry with Kris

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Kris Strausbaugh | Writer About the Class:This two-part writer’s workshop blends guided reflection, peer critique, and focused writing time to help participants explore poetic form, strengthen their voice, and build confidence in their creative process. From first drafts to final edits, students will engage with both foundational and advanced techniques to grow as poets. Day […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Fused Glass Ornaments with Jane

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Jane McCaulley | Fused Glass Artist About the Class:Get in the holiday spirit with this festive fused glass workshop! Jane will guide participants through the process of creating a unique glass ornament, from selecting and arranging glass pieces to preparing them for the kiln. Whether you keep it for yourself or give it as a […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Family Aprons: A Batik Workshop with Brooks-Elizabeth

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Brooks-Elizabeth Billings | Textile & Mixed Media Artist About the Class:Create sweet memories and matching aprons just in time for holiday baking! In this fun and creative family-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the Zimbabwean paste resist batik technique to design your own unique apron. Just like snowflakes, no two batiks are the same—each apron will be […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Pottery Class with Daria: Butter Dish

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Daria Claiborne | Ceramic Artist About the Class:Design and create a one-of-a-kind butter dish using slab-building techniques and playful patterns. In this hands-on workshop, Daria will guide you through shaping and assembling your dish from clay slabs, then adding textures, embellishments, and decorative details to make it uniquely yours. Perfect for gifting or bringing a […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Ceramic Christmas Trees with Daria Claiborne

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Daria Claiborne | Ceramic Artist About the Class:Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive pottery class! Using slabs of clay, participants will create their very own funky Christmas tree. You’ll explore hand-building techniques and add texture to make your tree truly unique. Perfect as a handmade holiday decoration or a heartfelt gift, […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Gingerbread Houses with Terri Conklin

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Terri Conklin | Teacher & Gingerbread House Extraordinaire About the Class:Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive gingerbread house decorating class for kids! Each child will design and decorate their own gingerbread house with all materials provided. Completed houses can be entered into the Joplin History & Mineral Museum’s Annual Gingerbread House […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Alcohol Ink Shoes with Debbie

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Debbie Southard | Mixed-Media Artist About the Class:Transform plain white canvas shoes into wearable works of art! With Debbie’s guidance, participants will use alcohol ink markers to design their own unique shoes. Then, watch the magic happen as rubbing alcohol is applied to blend and swirl the colors into stunning patterns. Walk away with a […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Tiny Worlds in Watercolor: Snow Globe Cards with Rachel

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Rachel Cabral | Watercolor & Mixed-Media Artist About the Class:Capture the magic of the season in this cozy, creative workshop! Rachel Cabral will guide you through basic watercolor techniques as you design a holiday greeting card featuring a charming snow globe with a winter scene inside. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Whimsical Sculpted Paint Brushes with Brooks-Elizabeth

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Brooks-Elizabeth Billings | Multi-Media Artist About the Class:This holiday season, your paintbrush becomes the art! In this workshop, you’ll sculpt and transform an ordinary paintbrush into a one-of-a-kind piece of wall, door, or even Christmas tree décor. Choose from a wide array of decorative embellishments and personalize your creation to reflect your favorite holiday or […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Geographic Neurographic Artwork with Debbie

Art Studio | Classroom #1

Debbie Southard | Visual Artist About the Class:As the new year begins, join Debbie for a calming and reflective art journey. In this evening workshop, participants will explore the meditative process of creating neurographic lines—an intuitive drawing technique that transforms thoughts into visual art. With Debbie’s guidance, you’ll layer geographic-inspired shapes and colors to create […]

Event Series Weekend Classes

Cross-Stitch Critters with Adria

Art Studio | Classroom #2

Adria Garrison | Multidisciplinary Artist & Educator About the Class:Choose your favorite critter from a selection of patterns and bring it to life with colorful thread! In this hands-on workshop, Adria will guide you through the process of reading a counted cross-stitch pattern and following it step-by-step to create your chosen design. Perfect for beginners […]

Upcoming Classes

Studio 55: Open Studio

2025-08-22 14:00:00
August 22, 2025

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Ages 55+

Watercolor Open Studio

2025-08-23 13:00:00
August 23, 2025
$8

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Ages 16 and up

Community Craft Night with WEFT

2025-08-26 18:30:00
August 26, 2025

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Ages 18+

Contact Us

Location & Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Wednesday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Thursday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Friday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Saturday: 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday: Closed

212 W. 7th Street
Joplin, M0 64801