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Art Class Information
NEW! Children’s art classes are available in two four-week sessions, Spring 1 (S1) and Spring 2 (S2). Taking this step allows more patrons to experience our art classes.

Adult classes will be a single four-week session or two four-week sessions combined into eight weeks (S1 and S2). 

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
Registration for both four-week sessions begins March 20 at 2 p.m.

Patrons may register for classes in both of the four-week sessions, but NOT the same class in both sessions.

For example:
You MAY register the same student for (S1) Small Wildlife for K-2 and (S2) Mixed Media for K-2.
You MAY NOT register the same student for both (S1) Small Wildlife for K-2 and (S2) Small Wildlife for K-2.


FAQs
Are classes open to everyone?
Yes! But you must have a North Canton Public Library card to register.

Do I need to bring my own supplies?
Supplies are provided unless specified in the class description.

How do I register for a class?
Children’s art class registration is accepted online only at ncantonlibrary.org. Adult art class registration may be completed online or via email to gallery@northcantonlibrary.org.

What if I need to cancel?
Registration may be canceled online or via email to gallery@northcantonlibrary.org.

Art Classes are offered at no cost thanks to the generous support of the ELLA M. LAZICH TRUST.


Spring 2024 Classes

Art Class-Mixed Media for preschoolers* ages 3-5
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S1) Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 from 3 to 3:45 p.m.

Art Class-Mixed Media for preschoolers* ages 3-5
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S2) Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 from 3 to 3:45 p.m.

 

Art Class-Pickle Feathers and Colors That Scream for preschoolers* ages 3-5 with caregiver
(S1) Sundays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Art Class-Pickle Feathers and Colors That Scream for preschoolers* ages 3-5 with caregiver
(S2) Sundays, May 5, 19 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. (S2 is a two-week class; the Library is closed May 12 and 26)

Do you or your preschooler need an expressive outlet for big emotions? This series teaches how to explore feelings and harness imaginations by experimenting willy-nilly with radical art processes. If you’re looking for a way to help yourself and your little one blow off some steam, this is your Sunday hot spot! Instructor: Amanda Crowe

*Preschool classes are for children who are able to participate in a classroom independently,
and are potty-trained

 

Art Class-Small Wildlife for students in grades K-2
Instructor: Marjorie Lutes
(S1) Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Art Class-Small Wildlife for students in grades K-2
Instructor: Marjorie Lutes
(S2) Tuesdays, April 30, May 7, 14, 21 from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Make butterflies, bunnies, birds and insects with paper and clay.

 

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades K-2
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S1) Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades K-2
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S2) Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

 

Art Class-Plants and Pets for students in grades K-2
(S1) Fridays, April 5, 12, 19, 26 from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Art Class-Plants and Pets for students in grades K-2
(S2) Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.

Create a three-dimensional animal you would like to have as a pet and a home for it to reside. Students will also draw and paint spring flowers and plants. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

 

Art Class-Design and Construct Mixed Media for students in grades 3-5
(S1) Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.

Art Class-Design and Construct Mixed Media for students in grades 3-5
(S2) Tuesdays, April 30, May 7, 14, 21 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.

Create three-dimensional art with small boxes, cardboard and other supplies. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

 

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades 3-5
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S1) Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 from 4:15 to 5 p.m.

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades 3-5
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S2) Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 from 4:15 to 5 p.m.

 

Art Class-Adventures with Clay Modeling for students in grades 6-8
(S1) Wednesdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Art Class-Adventures with Clay Modeling for students in grades 6-8
(S2) Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Practice sculpting, explore new tools, learn techniques and develop skills while creating a fantastic work of art. Instructor: Pat Mather Waltz

 

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades 6-8
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S1) Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Art Class-Mixed Media for students in grades 6-8
Instructor: Lee Ann Novotny
(S2) Mondays, April 29, May 6, 13, 20 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

 

Art Class-Watercolor Landscapes for adults and high school students
(S1 and S2 – 8-week class) Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, from 3 to 5 p.m.
This class is for everyone at every level wanting to learn techniques and paint buildings and landscapes. Students will create a landscape as the instructor leads them through the basics of material layout and design as well as watercolor techniques. This class has a requested supply list available online and at the library. Instructor: Jack Fetzer

 

Art Class-Basic Clay Modeling for adults and high school students
(S1) Wednesdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Art Class-Basic Clay Modeling for adults and high school students
(S2) Wednesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Learn techniques and develop skills with local sculpture artist Pat Mather Waltz. Air dry clay is fun, easy to use, super versatile and best of all, you don’t need a kiln or a pottery wheel to start creating. Pat will lead students through demonstrations and will provide one on one guidance as they create beautiful works of art. Instructor: Pat Mather Waltz

 

Art Class-Beginning Drawing for adults and high school students
(S1 and S2 – 8-week class) Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This class is for anyone who wants to learn to draw. It will cover the elements of drawing: line, shape, value, texture, space (including perspective, gesture and contour drawing). Students will experiment with different materials to produce great drawings. Supplies are provided. Instructor: Jerry Zelinskas

 

Art Class-Mixed Media and Collage for adults and high school students
(S1 and S2 — 8-week class) Fridays, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Students will use a variety of art supplies to meet the challenge of bringing ideas to life as they have fun and make a statement! Supplies are provided. Instructor: Marjorie Lutes

 

Art Class-Intrigued by Watercolor for adults and high school students
(S1 and S2 — 8-week class) Saturdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 from 11a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Doing watercolors for a while? Feeling stuck? Let Nancy Stewart Matin help you get from “nice” to “wow”! This class is geared to intermediate and advanced artists. Supplies will be discussed during the first class. Instructor: Nancy Stewart Matin

 

Art Class-Art and Self “Workout” series for adults ages 50+
(S1) Sundays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Art Class-Art and Self “Workout” series for adults ages 50+
(S2) Sundays, May 5, 19 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. (S2 is a two-week class; the Library is closed May 12 and 26)

The “fitness” of art-making is no easy task. While the process of making art is intuitive, the importance of keeping our creative self in shape is often dismissed. Learn to take time daily to invest in your creative life, to flex visual thinking skills, and to appreciate the simple beauty that is found in everyday objects and the space around you by creating meaningful collage, assemblages, and reflective writing. Instructor: Amanda Crow


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